SLSU - Alabat ROTC Unit

𝐒𝐋𝐒𝐔–𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐓 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐂 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐄𝐗𝐄𝐑𝐂𝐈𝐒𝐄𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

On May 14, 2026, the Southern Luzon State University (SLSU)–Alabat campus proudly hosted the Advance and Basic ROTC Graduation Ceremony, marking a significant milestone for the cadets and cadettes who successfully completed their training. The event celebrated not only their hard work, but also the discipline, leadership, and unwavering commitment they developed throughout the program.

A total of fifty-five (55) Basic ROTC cadets and cadettes, along with four (4) Advance ROTC Cadet Officers, officially graduated and received their certificates of completion. Several graduates were also recognized with special awards for their exemplary performance and outstanding service during the training period.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed Guest of Honor and Speaker, PCPT Harris D Hemor, Acting Chief of Police of Alabat, for delivering an inspiring message that challenged the graduates to continue serving with honor, integrity, and patriotism. Before concluding, he shared several meaningful bible verses, anchoring his message on Philippians 4:13 : “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me,” reminding the cadets to remain faithful, courageous, and determined in the face of future challenges.

The success of this memorable occasion was further highlighted by the invaluable presence and support of our distinguished guests: COL NORLEO G ADDULAM OS (GSC) PA, Director of the 404th CDC; TSg Antonio M Ronquillo (Inf) PA; SSg Julito T Salcedo (CE) PA; Sgt James Nichol D Ungriano PA (Res); and Dr. Lyn Vargas-Tapan, the SLSU-Alabat Campus Director and NSTP Coordinator.

Additionally, the SLSU–Alabat ROTC Unit expresses its deepest appreciation to the Municipal Mayor of Alabat, Hon. Eizelle 'Ays' Avellano-Canimo, whose visit and support made the celebration even more meaningful for the graduating unit.

Congratulations to all the ROTC graduates! May you continue to embody the core values of leadership, discipline, and integrity as you move forward to greater heights and serve the nation with pride.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, C/CPT HANA JAMALA D UNGRIANO

On behalf of the SLSU–Alabat ROTC Unit, we proudly and wholeheartedly extend our warmest birthday greetings to you. Your special day serves as a reminder of the remarkable dedication, perseverance, and integrity you continue to demonstrate as part of our unit.

Your strong sense of responsibility and commitment to service embodies the true spirit of leadership and patriotism. Through your determination and discipline, you continue to inspire your fellow cadets to pursue excellence and uphold the values that define the ROTC community.

May this new year of your life bring abundant blessings, genuine happiness, and endless opportunities for growth and success. May you continue to rise above every challenge with courage, wisdom, and confidence as you pursue your dreams and aspirations.

As you celebrate this meaningful occasion, may your journey ahead be filled with memorable experiences, achievements, and fulfillment in every path you choose.

Once again, happy birthday and best wishes for a bright and successful future ahead!

With honor and respect,
𝐒𝐋𝐒𝐔–𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, C/2LT JOAN T ORBASE!

The SLSU–Alabat ROTC Unit proudly extends its warmest and sincerest birthday greetings to you. On this special day, we celebrate not only another year of your life, but also your commitment, discipline, and dedication as a member of our unit. Your willingness to serve and improve yourself reflects the true values of leadership, responsibility, and patriotism that ROTC stands for.

May this new chapter of your life be filled with good health, renewed strength, and greater determination as you continue your journey in service and excellence. May you face every challenge with confidence, remain steadfast in your goals, and continue to strive for personal and professional growth.. We wish you continued success in all your endeavors—both in ROTC and beyond.

With pride and respect,
𝐒𝐋𝐒𝐔–𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬.

The 13th and 14th training day on April 18, 2026 was successfully conducted at the SLSU-Alabat Covered Court, led by Sgt James Nichol D Ungriano PA (Res)

The session began with inspection, ensuring cadets and cadets maintained proper uniform, grooming, and overall preparedness in line with military standards. This was followed by drill exercises that enhanced coordination, discipline, and unity within the formation.

The discussion focused on combat training & individual training and map reading & land navigation, equipping the trainees with essential knowledge and skills for field operations. These topics emphasized self-reliance, situational awareness, and the ability to navigate effectively in different environments.

Through these activities, cadets continue to develop discipline, leadership, and a strong sense of responsibility—core values that shape them into capable and service-oriented individuals.

𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐬.

Despite the shift to online platforms in compliance with the national energy conservation memorandum, the SLSU-Alabat ROTC Unit continues to sharpen its edge during its 𝟏𝟏𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 on April 11, 2026.

The sessions covered 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝟐 in the morning with 𝐏𝐯𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢 𝐆 𝐀𝐫𝐚𝐳𝐚 𝐏𝐀 (𝐑𝐞𝐬) and 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 in the afternoon discussed by 𝐏𝐯𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐀 𝐄𝐝𝐞𝐦 𝐏𝐀 (𝐑𝐞𝐬).
Under the supervision of 𝐒𝐠𝐭 𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥 𝐃 𝐔𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐏𝐀 (𝐑𝐞𝐬), the sessions were successfully attended by 48 Basic Cadets and 6 Advance ROTC Officers.

Distance may change the venue, but it never changes the discipline.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐏𝐯𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢 𝐆 𝐀𝐫𝐚𝐳𝐚!

The SLSU–Alabat ROTC Unit proudly extends its warmest and sincerest birthday greetings to you. On this special day, we celebrate not only another year of your life, but also your commitment, discipline, and dedication as a member of our unit. Your willingness to serve and improve yourself reflects the true values of leadership, responsibility, and patriotism that ROTC stands for.

May this new chapter of your life be filled with good health, renewed strength, and greater determination as you continue your journey in service and excellence. May you face every challenge with confidence, remain steadfast in your goals, and continue to strive for personal and professional growth.

We wish you continued success in all your endeavors—both in ROTC and beyond. Keep moving forward with pride, honor, and excellence. Once again, happy birthday, and may you be blessed with many more years of purpose and achievement.

With pride and respect,
𝐒𝐋𝐒𝐔–𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭

On January 11, 2026, the Open Collar Ceremony and Closing Ceremony of the 5 days In-House Leadership Training for the Cadet Officer Candidate Course was successfully conducted at the Southern Luzon State University–Main Campus, Brgy. Kulapi, Lucban, Quezon.

The activity marked the culmination of an intensive five-day training designed to develop leadership competence, discipline, teamwork, and command responsibility among cadet officer candidates. Trainees from various SLSU campuses and affiliated units proudly received their certificates in recognition of their successful completion of the in-house leadership training.

In addition, advanced officers were awarded special certifications in recognition of their exemplary performance, leadership potential, and active participation throughout the duration of the training. The dedicated members of the training staff were also formally recognized and given awards for their invaluable service, professionalism, and commitment in ensuring the successful conduct of the training.

The ceremony highlighted the commitment of SLSU ROTC to molding competent, disciplined, and service-oriented future leaders, while also honoring the collective efforts of both trainees and training personnel in preparation for higher responsibilities within the corps.

A really significant achievement.

Congratulations, to our ROTC Coordinator, Dr. Lyn Vargas-Tapan, for earning her post-graduate degree, Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Management-Major in Physical Education, at Emilio Aguinaldo College-Manila

This outstanding accomplishment, which demonstrates not just academic success but also the discipline, leadership, and dedication to service that she continues to instill in both professors and cadets, is warmly recognized by the ROTC Unit. We have seen her tenacity and modesty in juggling her academic goals with her professional and institutional obligations.

The ROTC community is motivated by this well-earned accomplishment to pursue leadership, excellence, and ongoing learning in all pursuits

The SLSU Alabat ROTC Unit reverently honored Rizal Day on December 30, 2025, at Alabat Municipality, in remembrance of Dr. José Rizal, whose remarkable patriotism, intellectual prowess, and noble sacrifice greatly inspired the Filipino people.

The celebration highlighted his lasting influence and the values he upheld. The unit reaffirms its dedication to upholding the values of justice, truth, and love for country as future national servants and defenders through this significant observance.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐋𝐒𝐔-𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤.

The Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) unit successfully conducted its 12th and 13th day of training at Southern Luzon State University – Alabat Campus. The morning session featured an insightful lecture on 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲, delivered by 𝐏𝐯𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐀 𝐄𝐝𝐞𝐦, 𝐏𝐀 (𝐑𝐞𝐬), emphasizing the evolution of the Armed Forces and its role in nation-building.

At 1000H, cadets and cadettes actively participated in the annual 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐩 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 of SLSU-Alabat Campus, demonstrating their commitment to environmental protection and community service as part of their holistic development.

Before the afternoon lecture, the trainees engaged in rifle drills and familiarization exercises, reinforcing discipline, precision, and proper handling techniques essential for military training.

The afternoon session focused on 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, discussed by the 𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐏 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐋𝐲𝐧 𝐕𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐬-𝐓𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧, highlighting the importance of character formation, leadership, and civic responsibility in shaping future leaders.

The training reinforced the ROTC program’s mission to instill discipline, patriotism, and social responsibility among its trainees, blending military knowledge with community engagement and personal growth.

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩.

The 11th ROTC training day was successfully held at the SLSU-Alabat Covered Court on November 15, 2025, led by Sgt James Nichol D Ungriano PA (Res)

The session focused on Military Customs and Traditions and the Rule of Law (Human Rights & International Humanitarian Law), highlighting the importance of respect, professionalism, and adherence to lawful and ethical conduct in both military and civilian settings. Through these lessons, the cadets continue to uphold the ROTC values of discipline, leadership, and patriotism, strengthening not only their knowledge of military culture but also their understanding of human rights, ethical responsibility, and the rule of law.