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| 2008 Staff Ride- Gettysburg, PA |
| The Staff Ride, originating first in Prussia in the 1800’s and then in the US Army in the 1900’s, was established to further develop the officer’s leadership abilities. This tradition continued on as it gained popularity in the 1960’s and 1970’s and is now a standard in US Army and Marine Corps officer leadership curriculum/training. The staff ride is often led by a knowledgeable historian who briefs attendees on the significance of each area within that battle arena, which may or may not be marked with monuments, statues or markers. A staff ride is usually conducted on a particular historically known US battlefield which is maintained by the US National Park Service. April 19, 2008 Bison Cadets Brown, Daniels and Hunt attended the Gettysburg Staff Ride in conjunction with University of Maryland ROTC Cadets. Each of the Cadets was charged with presenting specific facts to the group as it pertained to a particular battle scene. Cadet Steven J. Brown opened the remarks for Day Two of the Gettysburg Battle with a brief historical overview while introducing key information. The entire Staff Ride was presented by Mr. Bonin, a US Army War College Instructor and retired officer. I would advise all Cadets, not just MSIVs, to make a point to attend because not only is it a valuable learning experience, but it is a great way to build camaraderie. |
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| …”ROTC is a great program for anyone looking for a military career. The lessons you learn can be translated into any future job field. ROTC teaches leadership, values and how to effectively live your life to the fullest and make us better leaders in America….. |
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| John King, participating cadet MS I |
| Stafford, VA |
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It's Not For Everyone—
Just the Leaders of Tomorrow
The specific education you receive in Army ROTC will include things like leadership
development, military skills and adventure training. This will take place both in
the classroom and in the field, but you will have a normal daily schedule like all
college students. Army ROTC is comprised of two phases: Basic Course and Advanced Course.
Army ROTC Basic Course
The Basic Course normally takes place during your first two years in college as elective
courses. It normally involves one elective class or lab each semester. You will learn
basic military skills and the fundamentals of leadership, as well as start the groundwork
toward becoming an Army leader. You can take Army ROTC Basic Course without a military
commitment.
Leader's Training Course
Cadets take part in the Leader's Training Course when they enter Army ROTC going into
their junior year. This course, made up of four phases, allows Cadets to "catch up" to those
who joined in their freshman or sophomore years. The first phase introduces Cadets to the
Army and prepares them for the next three phases consisting of team building, leadership
development and Field Training Exercises.
Army ROTC Advanced Course
The Advanced Course takes place during your last two years in college as elective courses.
It normally includes one elective class or lab each semester, plus a summer leadership
course. You will learn advanced military tactics and gain experience in team organization,
planning and decision-making. Entering the Advanced Course requires a commitment to serve
as an Officer in the U.S. Army after you graduate.
Freshman Year: The Role Of The Army
- Roles and Origins of the Army
- Army Customs and Traditions
- Branches of the Army
- Military Operations and Tactics
Sophomore Year: The Role Of An Officer
- Role of the Officer and Noncommissioned Officer
- Communications
- Code of Conduct
- First Aid
- Principles of War
- Military Operations and Tactics
Junior Year: Small Unit Training
- Command and Staff Functions
- Nuclear, Biochemical and Chemical Warfare
- Law of War
- Weapons
- Human Behavior
- Math Reasoning
- Computer Science
- Military Operations and Tactics
Senior Year: Transition To Becoming An Officer
- Military Justice
- Intelligence and Electronic Warfare
- Army Personnel Management
- Army Logistics
- Post and Installation Support
- Military Operations and Tactics
Leader Development And Assessment Course
Every Army ROTC Cadet who enters into the Advanced Course attends the Leader Development
and Assessment Course. It's a four-week summer course to evaluate and train all Army ROTC
Cadets. This course normally takes place between your junior and senior years of college,
and is conducted at Fort Lewis, Washington.
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