A delegation from the Philippine Army’s 17th Regional Community Defense Group (17RCDG), and Reserve Command (RESCOM), conducted a courtesy visit to President Dr. Merian P. Catajay-Mani in her office.
Discussions focused on strengthening collaboration between the military unit and the state university, particularly in areas related to campus security, community defense, and potential joint initiatives.
Leading the delegation was COL Napoleon G. Pabon Jr. INF (GSC) PA, Group Commander of 17RCDG, RESCOM, PA.
Accompanying him were:
• LTC Jonathan M. Escopalao (INP) PA, Director, 1705th Community Defense Center (1705CDC), 17RCDG, RESCOM, PA
• MSG Rolando S. Quezon (INF) PA, Sergeant Major, 17RCDG, RESCOM, PA
• TSG Jay Lord Y. Grafane (INP) PA, Chief Clerk, 1705CDC, 17RCDG, RESCOM, PA
• SGT Marlo P. Balbarona 922450 (INF) PA, Movement NCO, 17RCDG, RESCOM, PA
PA’s visit aligns with broader efforts to enhance ties between state universities and the Armed Forces for disaster response, youth development, and safeguarding educational environments.
Leading the delegation was COL Napoleon G. Pabon Jr. INF (GSC) PA, Group Commander of 17RCDG, RESCOM, PA.
Accompanying him were:
• LTC Jonathan M. Escopalao (INP) PA, Director, 1705th Community Defense Center (1705CDC), 17RCDG, RESCOM, PA
• MSG Rolando S. Quezon (INF) PA, Sergeant Major, 17RCDG, RESCOM, PA
• TSG Jay Lord Y. Grafane (INP) PA, Chief Clerk, 1705CDC, 17RCDG, RESCOM, PA
• SGT Marlo P. Balbarona 922450 (INF) PA, Movement NCO, 17RCDG, RESCOM, PA
PA’s visit aligns with broader efforts to enhance ties between state universities and the Armed Forces for disaster response, youth development, and safeguarding educational environments.
