The Faculty of Criminal Justice (FCJ) of Southern Leyte State University – Sogod Campus (SLSU-SC) marked a significant milestone as it held its 2nd Capping and Pinning Ceremony, today, September 18, from 1:00 to 5:30 PM at the SLSU Mini-Theater.
It is to formally recognized the criminology interns as they entered the next phase of their academic and professional journey.
The said event commenced with a procession, followed by an invocation, the singing of the Philippine National Anthem, and the SLSU Hymn. Dr. Bernadeth C. Paña delivered the welcome remarks, congratulating the interns and encouraging them to pursue their future endeavors with discipline, integrity, and loyalty. The interns also rendered a special performance as part of the program.
The highlight of the event was the ceremonial capping and pinning, which symbolizes the students’ commitment to the values and discipline of the profession. The cap represents dignity and responsibility, while the pin signifies their official induction into the criminology profession.
Representatives from the host agencies for the internship program, MSWD-Sogod, MDRRMO-Sogod, MENRO-Sogod, PNP-Sogod, and BFP-Sogod, delivered inspirational messages to their assigned interns and expressed their full support for their field training.
Moreover, Sir Errol Jet Arong, MCSJ, led the Interns’ Pledge of Oath, where the interns vowed to serve with trust and responsibility as future law enforcers and advocates of justice. This was followed by the awarding of certificates to the partner agencies and offices designated as duty stations for the interns.
Lastly, the event concluded with a closing remarks from the Faculty Dean, Dr. Denis E. Torino, who reminded the interns to apply the knowledge and values learned inside the university to their professional duties outside the campus. He emphasized the importance of listening to their supervisors to properly fulfill their responsibilities and extended his congratulations to the students and their families for reaching this important achievement.