ROTC Offers Many Opportunities to Excel
In Army ROTC, it's not all classroom and field training. There are many opportunities
for you to get to know your fellow cadets better and increase your skills in a variety
of areas. Learn more about these events and activities below.
Ranger Challenge
The Ranger Challenge is an opportunity for schools to "compete" with each other
completing military tasks. In addition to a written examination where Cadets
test their Army knowledge, there are physical fitness drills and field exercises.
Battalions leave a Ranger Challenge with stronger bonds and sharper skills.
Pershing Rifles
The National Society of Pershing Rifles gives Army ROTC Cadets the opportunity
to develop to the highest degree possible. Cadets can take part in precision
trick rifle drill teams that provide them with the outstanding traits of
leadership, military bearing and discipline.
Freshman Convocation Ceremony
Each fall the color guard participates in the convocation ceremony to being the new school year.
Ranger Challenge
Each fall the Battalion participates along with 19 other schools in Ranger Challenge. Ranger Challenge is a military competition that pits the best from each school against one another in a variety of military related activities.
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Fall Field Training Exercise (FTX)
During the fall semester, the battalion conducts a FTX at a local military facility. During the event, students are given the opportunity to navigate with a map and compass, use weapon simulators, fire military weapons, and complete an obstacle course.
Spring Joint Field Training Exercise
In the Spring, the Battalion ventures to Fort Drum, NY to conduct a 72-hour FTX. Students enjoy participating in land navigation, rappelling, obstacle course, Situational Training Exercises (STX), and visiting a local Army unit.
Awards Ceremony
Each Spring the ROTC Program has the pleasure of hosting an awards ceremony to recognize the oustanding accomplishments of our students. Both national and local organizations participate in the ceremony and support our fine students.
Commissioning Ceremony
In both the Fall and Spring, the Battalion conducts a commissioning ceremony. During the ceremony, graduating cadets are administered the oath of office and are promoted to the rank of Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army,
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