Five alumni of Davao de Oro State College took their oath as second lieutenants into the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) during the graduation ceremony today, December 1, 2025, at Camp O’Donnell, Capas, Tarlac.

The quintet includes 2LT Ronne Jay L Quiao PA; 2LT Mark Bryan T Lapeña PA; 2LT Gennal A Napoles PA; 2LT Ariel W Mendoza Jr PA; and 2LT Francis S Garcia PA, all of whom successfully completed the rigorous year-long training Officer Candidate Course Class 63–2025 “BUMANNAWAG”.

As newly minted Army officers, they are poised to assume responsibilities in security operations, community engagement, and leadership roles that support the AFP’s mandate of safeguarding the nation.

All five alumni previously served as Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) officers during their college years, as verified by National Service Training Program Coordinator Eileen Charity D. Libron.

The ceremony capped nearly a year of intensive military preparation, which commenced on December 21, 2024, and was designed to develop disciplined and capable future Army leaders.

By the end of the program, 332 officer candidates were commissioned into the Philippine Army.

These newly commissioned DdOSCian officers, representing the Main Campus, Montevista Branch, and Laak Extension, now carry the duty of serving the country with honor, patriotism, and dedication as they join the ranks of the nation’s land defenders.

Meanwhile, SUC President Dr. Lilybeth M. Matunhay congratulated the five alumni for their achievement, commended their dedication, and expressed pride in their service to the nation.