03/09/2026
THE SCHOOL OF CRIMINOLOGY HONORS THE NEW BATCH OF CRIMINOLOGY INTERNS IN ANNUAL PINNING AND DONNING OF RANKS CEREMONY 2026.
The School of Criminology formally held its annual Pinning and Donning of Ranks Ceremony on September 2, 2026 at Aldersgate College Incorporated, marking a key milestone for 83 criminology students as they move forward to their On-the-Job training.
This practice makes a significance for the official acceptance of the interns into the profession of criminology. During the ceremony, students were pinned with their offical badges, a symbol of authority, integrity, and public trust by their parents and guardians. The ceremony began by the introduction of guests of honor, school officials, interns and ACI ROTC colors. As well as the invocation led by Cheryl Ann V. Dacumos, RCrim, and the singing of the Philippine national anthem.
Several guest speakers from the Tri-Bureau offers their inspirational message emphasizing the importance of perseverance , ethical conduct, public service, and having a godly attitude. After the delivering of message, the Dean of School of Criminology Jose B. Omingle MSCrim, MPA, led the presentation of candidates for pinning. The ceremony also featured the Pasa Masid/Pass in Review by the criminology interns, followed by the actual Pinning And Donning of Ranks by their parents and guardians. As well as the recitation of criminology interns pledge led by the Dean of School of Criminology, following by the dance intermission number showcased by the interns. The event concluded with the awarding of certificates of appreciation for the guest speakers and ended by the taking of photos of the interns with the officials.
