14/10/2026
𝐃𝐖𝐂𝐂 𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂𝐔 | COURTESY CALL
On October 14, 2026, the Divine Word College of Calapan Inc. and Divine Word College of Calapan Inc. ROTC Unit welcomed the Group Commander of the 17RCDG, COL ARNOLD D LOZADA, for a formal courtesy call.
Col. Lozada was warmly received by DWCC President, Fr. Ramilo V. Mapaye, SVD, PHD. The visit aimed to strengthen the partnership between the Philippine Army and DWCC, particularly in the implementation of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program under the National Service Training Program (NSTP).
Accompanying Col. Lozada were LTC Ulysses S Mendoza (MI) PA, CDC Director, Ms. Sacha Pollyne M. Austria, RCrim, MSCJ, ROTC Coordinator, and Mr. Edwin T. Escosora, LPT, NSTP Director.
As part of the visit, Col. Lozada conducted an inspection of the newly established Department of Military Science and Tactics (DMST) office and facilities. This inspection showcased DWCC’s firm support in providing a suitable environment for military instruction and leadership development. The DWCC administration expressed its commitment to improving resources and ensuring that ROTC training remains relevant, disciplined, and values-oriented.
