21/09/2026
IN PHOTOS | 5TH TRAINING WEEK
The Northwest Samar State University Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (NWSSU ROTC) Unit – Main Campus conducted its 5th ROTC Training Week for Academic Year 2026–2027 on 20 September 2026 at 0700H at the NWSSU Oval.
The training was led by C/LTC Lavenia Galecio, 1CL, Corps Commander, together with the 1CL and 2CL ROTC Officers, under the supervision of SSG John Mark V. Fabra (AGS), PA, and the Training Staff.
The activity commenced with the organization of Basic Cadets into their respective platoons and squads, followed by attendance and formation. The cadets subsequently underwent formation exercises, marching, and basic military drills designed to develop discipline, coordination, teamwork, alertness, and proper military bearing.
The training was further complemented by lectures covering essential military knowledge and conduct. SGT JHONRENCE BALLEGA PA (RES) facilitated the lecture on Military Customs and Traditions, emphasizing the importance of established customs, traditions, and practices in maintaining proper military bearing and professionalism.
SGT OSCAR GADE JR PA (RES) delivered the lecture on Drills and Ceremonies, focusing on the proper ex*****on of military movements, formations, and ceremonies as fundamental components of military discipline, coordination, and precision.
Meanwhile, SGT PAUL SERRATO PA (RES) facilitated the lecture on Military Courtesy and Discipline, highlighting the importance of respect, proper military conduct, obedience, and adherence to established standards in the performance of duty.
Through the continuous conduct of structured training and instruction, the NWSSU ROTC Unit remains committed to developing cadets who demonstrate discipline, leadership, competence, military bearing, and a strong sense of duty and responsibility as future members of the reserve force.
