SSCR ROTC Unit

On your birthday, we celebrate not only your life but also your dedication, service, and exemplary leadership. May this day bring you pride, and may the coming year be filled with continued success and accomplishments.

-Greetings from SSCR ROTC Unit

"The ROTC program has helped me become the person I am today. It has given me many experiences, discipline, and preparedness for my future.

Because of the ROTC program, I am more confident, responsible, and ready to face the challenges of the future."

C/Cpt Andrei Jerome M Villanueva
Platoon Leader, 2nd Platoon, A Coy
San Sebastian College-Recoletos ROTC Unit

"For me, ROTC is more than just a training program-it is a journey of growth and commitment. In my three years in ROTC, I have developed strong discipline, confidence, and a deeper sense of responsibility. The challenges I faced helped shape my character and strengthened my determination to lead and serve.

As a Cadet 2nd Class Captain, I learned how to lead by example, make firm decisions under pressure, and guide my fellow cadets with integrity and respect. ROTC trained me not only physically but also mentally and emotionally. It taught me teamwork, perseverance, and the true meaning of leadership."

C/Cpt John Lester A Samarita
Platoon Leader, 1st Platoon, A Coy
San Sebastian College-Recoletos ROTC Unit

"The ROTC program has given me a deeper sense of purpose and honor in serving something greater than myself, strengthened my leadership and discipline, and prepared me for future service.
The skills and relationships I have gained will remain a lasting foundation as I continue to pursue excellence."

C/Cpt Kia Lurren A Morines
Corps Asst Civil-Military Ops Officer / Med Pltn Ldr
San Sebastian College-Recoletos ROTC Unit

Congratulations to our former Cadet Officers and Criminology Licensure Examination Passers!

Your achievement reflects your perseverance, discipline, and dedication to excellence. Passing the board exam is a remarkable milestone that demonstrates your readiness to serve and make a difference in the field of criminology.

San Sebastian College - Recoletos ROTC Unit proudly honors your hard work and the pride you bring to our institution.

As you begin this new chapter, may you continue to uphold integrity, promote justice, and inspire others through your service.

"The ROTC program shaped me as both a student and a person by strengthening my leadership skills and teaching me responsibility, discipline, and commitment— qualities that continue to improve my academic performance and daily life."

C/Cpt Joshua D Mateo
Corps Asst Logistics Officer / Ex-O, A Coy
San Sebastian College-Recoletos ROTC Unit

"ROTC has been one of the most challenging thing I've ever done. It challenge my body and helps me keep up with tough physical work. It also teaches me how to stay calm when things get hard. It helped me become more confident in myself. Now I get to guide new cadets and show them how to do things the right way."

C/Cpt Carl Veniz B Gayas
Corps Asst Ops Officer / Ex-O, HHSC
San Sebastian College-Recoletos ROTC Unit

"ROTC was a life-changing experience for me. Before joining, I experienced large amounts of self-doubt and challenges, but with the support of family and fellow cadets, I made the decision to move forward with my goals. As a cadet officer, I learned how to be a better student and gained leadership and discipline skills as well as developed self-confidence. Additionally, being in this program, have acquired a respect for dignity, a sense of duty, and a commitment that will last me for the rest of my life.

ROTC program taught me that while we can achieve our goals individually, we can also achieve greatness as a team."

C/Cpt Kenneth R Carpio
1st Platoon Leader, Alpha Company
San Sebastian College-Recoletos ROTC Unit

"As an officer of the ROTC program, I want to remind everyone that leadership begins with discipline, integrity, and commitment. Let's continue to uphold the highest standards in everything we do, academically, physically, and morally. Remember, we are not just training to lead but preparing to serve with honor."

C/Cpt Carmela P Bautista
Corps Operations Officer, S3
San Sebastian College-Recoletos ROTC Unit

"ROTC is not a dungeon or a torture chamber. It is a place where you are not alone a place where you have companions, and a place that shapes you into someone capable of doing things you once thought you couldn't.

In ROTC | learn how to sacrifice not just for my own interests, but for my fellow cadets as well."

C/P2LT Jacob Matthew T Oczon
Trainee, Cadet Officer Qualifying Course (COQC)
San Sebastian College-Recoletos ROTC Unit

"The ROTC program taught me responsibility and resilience together with discipline which I used to succeed in both my academic work and personal life. I developed improved leadership abilities through various training activities which helped me manage my time better and gain confidence to lead others.

The experience required me to go beyond my comfort zone which resulted in my mental and emotional growth. The ROTC program provided me with valuable experiences and authentic friendships together with lifelong lessons which have influenced both my academic performance and my personal development."

C/P2LT Strazy Niellah K. Generaga
Trainee, Cadet Officer Qualifying Course (COQC)
San Sebastian College-Recoletos ROTC Unit

"The ROTC program is not just a program, but it's testing my limits and also showing me what I'm truly capable of. It's teaching me how to lead with confidence, stay disciplined under pressure, and take responsibility for my actions.

My experience in ROTC also resulted in a lasting friendship that motivates me to keep pushing forward when I'm low on morale, even when things get tough. Through this, become stronger and more confident."

C/P2LT Kyla S Flores
Trainee, Cadet Officer Qualifying Course (COQC)
San Sebastian College-Recoletos ROTC Unit