ROTC Events

• Labs: Practical exercises that enforce classroom learning through a hands-on experience

A cadet demonstrating an individual movement technique across a rope bridge.

MSIIIs teaching tactics to underclassmen.

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Cadet Fazio leading underclassmen in a tactical exercise.

• One of the most practical skills needed to succeed in the Army
• Conducted during Day and Night
• Students use a map, compass, and protractor to find various points in a designated area

Utilizing Assault and Support elements of a squad, members synchronize operations through the planning process prior to the execution phase.

• Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday
• 0600 - 0700
• Contracted students: Mandatory
• Non-contracted students: Voluntary
• Consists of circuits, pools, and sprint/long distance running

Once per Month - Events include:

• 2 Min Push-ups
• 2 Min Sit-ups
• Timed 2 Mile Run

• Takes place at pool, during physical training hours
• Consists of a pre-test swimming evaluation (5 minute water tread and 10 minute swim), a blind folded 3 meter drop, 15 meter rifle swim, and a equipment ditch
• Cadets must pass all events in order to commission
• Cadets will be given 3 chances to pass each event on testing day

• Consists of 3 - 6+ miles
• A ruck carries 35+ pounds
• Cadets travel in a tactical road march formation, spaced 2 - 5 meters and staggered along each side of the road
• Contracted cadets wear boots, non-contracted cadets have the option to wear athletic shoes
• A fallout vehicle follows the march in the event of injuries the inability of any cadet to finish.

• The gold bar of a Second Lieutenant is earned through ROTC, OCS, or Military Academies
• Commissioning Day will be a defining moment in your life
• Your future will be fun, rewarding, and challenging!