Cadet Lesley Fisher, MS&T-Student

I joined Army ROTC the second semester of my freshman year.  I hadn’t done any sports in high school, but the PT got me in shape fast.  I had a lot of fun in the classes and at the labs so I contracted the next year.  The summer after my sophomore year I had the opportunity to go to Airborne school at Ft. Benning, GA.  ROTC has been a great experience so far and has really helped me to become more of a leader in my other activities like the band and service organizations.

Cadet Jacob Brakeman, MS&T Student

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.

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.

Cadet Jesse Hamilton, MS&T Student

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.