LTGEN Ferdinand M Cartujano PAF (Ret) in partnership with the MNSA Executive Course Class 1 (MNSA EC) hosted the welcome dinner for the Master in National Security Administration for Senior Executives (MNSA SE) on 24 February 2023 at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, Ortigas Avenue, Pasig City.

In the same event, LtGen Cartujano sworn in the 11 newly elected officers of MNSA SE headed by their Class President, Governor Dakila Carlo Cua of Quirino Province. Gov Cua received the symbolic key from the Class President of MNSA EC 1, Mr. Christopher Camba, as a symbol of the passing on of responsibility and inspiration for the members of the current Class to strive for academic excellence, honor, and service to the country. It was followed by the traditional lighting of the candle of knowledge that stands for the pursuit of enlightenment and wisdom in the MNSA SE program.

In LtGen Cartujano’s speech, he reminded the members of MNSA SE: “Let all of these serve as a guide to MNSA SE as you take on the responsibilities in pursuit of excellence to be effective leaders and national security administrators, having the heart to serve out countrymen, above all. As you continue your academic journey with NDCP, I wish you nothing but success. May the lights that we have kindled serve as beacons of knowledge, hope, and compassion, in the service of the Filipino people, for the good of our country, and for the glory of God Almighty.”

The Induction, Turnover Ceremony, and Welcome Dinner were jointly held for the members of the MNSA SE. The activities were attended by the NDCP Executive Committee, MNSA SE Course Directors, and NDCP Core Faculty and Staff.