Phinma UI ROTC Unit

The PHINMA University of Iloilo ROTC Unit successfully conducted a Familiarization Firing activity for MS2 cadets and cadettes.

The activity was held from April 23 to April 26, 2026, at the 301st Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, Philippine Army, located at Camp General Adriano Hernandez in Barangay San Matias, Di**le, Iloilo. It aimed to enhance the cadets’ marksmanship skills, build their confidence, and strengthen their overall military preparedness. The program also provided hands-on experience in the safe handling and proper use of fi****ms, while reinforcing the values of discipline and responsibility.

COL EDRALIN L POBLETE (GSC) PA, Group Commander of the 6th Regional Community Defense Group, personally demonstrated and assisted the cadets in the proper and safe firing procedures. His guidance significantly contributed to the cadets’ understanding, which they applied during the actual firing exercises.

The activity was supervised by the ROTC Commandant, COL MICHAEL N ASUNCION (CE) GSC PA, together with TSg Arnel B. Tabilona (Inf) PA, Admin NCO of the PHINMA UI ROTC Unit; Sgt Nolyn S. Pestaño (Inf) PA, Operational Officer; along with the Range Officer, Tactical NCOs, GMAs, and Advanced Cadet Officers. They closely guided the cadets throughout the activity, ensuring safety protocols and proper procedures were strictly followed.

The successful conduct of the training was made possible through the collective efforts of the Training Staff, Advanced ROTC Cadet Officers, and the Commandant. This activity highlights the unit’s continued commitment to discipline, training excellence, and operational preparedness.

MABUHAY ANG MGA KABATAAN, MABUHAY AHG ROTC!!