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Cadet Caitlyn
McFarland, MS&T-Student
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The level of training that I received at Fort Knox in the
amount of time I spent there was unlike anything I have ever
experienced. The training that we
did included physical training, confidence courses, basic rifle
marksmanship, combat water survival, rappelling, land navigation, heavy
weapons training, obstacle course, mout training, and STX lanes. My personal favorite was getting to work
with M-16’s. I got to fire one
hundred and five rounds at a range.
During our training we were guided by a rotation of drill sergeants,
second lieutenants, and non-commissioned officers. It seemed like all of the people in
charge of our training had been in the military for eight years or
more. I was able to ask a lot of
questions because they were so informed.
After going through the Leaders Training Course, I now have the luxury
of knowing what I want to do with my life.
The course gave me confidence in many different areas. The Leaders Training Course has
definitely prepared me for a successful MS III year.
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Cadet Jacob
Brakeman, MS&T Student
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The Army ROTC, Stonehenge Battalion is a really great
program. It offers a lot of opportunities to meet new people, pay for
school, and get great leadership training. I like that we have a
smaller Battalion because it allows for more one-on-one time with the cadre
so you can learn a lot more. I feel that because we have a smaller
group than other schools, I get more training that will make me a better
officer and give me valuable training in the civilian world. They
also let you go do some really great things, like rappelling, shooting, and
send you to some really cool schools like Air Assault, Airborne, and
Mountain Warfare are just a few. There really is no other program
like it on campus, you get to know a good sized group of people really well
and can count on them to help you out no matter what.
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Cadet Todd Jones, Tampa, Fl.
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Being selected into the ROTC program was major career move for
me as a prior service member. I assist in the mentoring and development
process of future Army Officers and it allows me to focus on achieving my
degree and enjoy some down time with my family.
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Cadet Jesse
Hamilton, MS&T Student</p
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I decided to join ROTC for a variety of reasons. First and foremost,
I wanted to be part of the greatest military on Earth, and lead soldiers
into battle to protect my country. Second, I wanted to gain more experience
in the art of discipline and patience. Third, it was my best option to pay
for college. I have my books, tuition, and part of my room paid. Also, I
receive a $300 stipend, pending my PT test completion. I find the entire
situation to be a learning experience that will help me grow both as a
student and as a soldier.
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