Army ROTC
The Army ROTC program is looking for “exceptional scholars, athletes and leaders.”
This is according to both promotional flyers and the new department Chairman of Military Science, Maj. Edwin Frederick. “This is a phenomenal opportunity for young men and women,” he said.
If you consider yourself among the exceptional student, Frederick said, then consider joining the ROTC program.
The program offers a variety of incentives-including scholarships, leadership training and career placement in the future.
“It is a tremendous privilege to become a commissioned officer in the Army,” Frederick said.
But, Frederick mentioned that “anyone can participate in the ROTC basic course without commitment to the Army.”
ROTC classes count as credits toward graduation, whether or not the student continues in the program. One can begin as a freshman, sophomore or a junior.
Basic participation includes attending weekly classes and physical training sessions.
Students who are serious about receiving a commission-becoming an officer in the U.S. Army-attend a 32-day National Leadership Camp at Fort Lewis, Wash., during the summer between their junior year and senior year.
After a cadet is commissioned, career options aren’t hard to find.
“We just sent a female graduate to flight school,” Frederick said.
Other areas of occupation include nursing, infantry and finance.
“The slots [for cadets] are becoming extremely competitive,” said Frederick.
Those interested can find more information by visiting the Web site at www.milsci.utah.edu or contact Lt. Col. Ronald Fischer at 581-6716.
Navy ROTC
The Navy ROTC headquarters at the U is next door to the Army ROTC building.
The program trains future officers of both the Navy and the Marine Corps, and offers many different scholarships to its students.
“The mission of our unit,” said Lt. Ken Baldwin, is “to develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically; to imbue them with the highest ideals of duty, honor and loyalty; and to commission them as Naval Officers motivated toward careers in the Naval service.”
Two- and four-year scholarships are offered, as well as a nursing scholarship for students interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Science in nursing.
The U’s program is led by Capt. Terry Walstrom, who has received numerous awards for his service in the Navy, including the Joint Superior Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal (with gold star) and the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (with two gold stars).
Naval Science classes available include Seapower, Evolution of Warfare and Naval Weapons.
For more information, visit the program Web site at www.nrotc.utah.edu or contact Lt. Ken Baldwin at 587-3736.
Air Force ROTC
The Air Force ROTC program at the U can give students skills and qualifications that command attention in the job market, according to Tech. Sgt. Lynn Fyanes.
Programs offered include two- and four-year summer programs.
Students study leadership, national security strategy and aerospace doctrine.
Commander of the program is Col. Timothy Martin, whose awards include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal and the Air Force Commendation Medal.
He also received the Air Force Organizational Excellence Award and the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award.
For more information on the program, visit the Web site at www.afrotc.utah.edu or contact Sgt. Lynn Fyanes at 581-6236.