A Proud History-A Bright Future
The University of Portland ROTC Battalion has been proud to help
develop the leaders of tomorrow.
The name "Portland Battalion" encompasses 5 ROTC programs under one unit, with the headquarters located at the University of Portland (UP). Originally named the "Pilot Battalion", it was formed in 1996 from the Viking Battalion when the Portland ROTC program was moved to the University of Portland from Portland State University. Today cadets from University of Portland, Portland State University, Eastern Oregon University, Lewis and Clark, and Washington State University-Vancouver train together under the "Portland Battalion" banner. The Portland Battalion is a cadet run unit that is set-up much like an Army battalion, with cadets holding all leadership and staff positions. The battalion trains cadets to guide and direct others as the future Army leaders.
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