42nd OVB University of Akron Army ROTC (Official)

42nd OVB University of Akron Army ROTC (Official) The University of Akron Military Science Department and Army ROTC. Go Zips!

COMMISSIONINGYesterday the 42nd OVB celebrated the commissioning of 5 new 2nd Lieutenants. Along with their graduation t...
05/10/2026

COMMISSIONING

Yesterday the 42nd OVB celebrated the commissioning of 5 new 2nd Lieutenants. Along with their graduation they were sworn in, pinned, and received their first salutes. Congratulations to these new Armor, Infantry, Cyber, and Aviation Officers!

Norwegian Foot MarchThe 42nd OVB held our 3rd Norwegian Foot March, with a total of 59 finishers within the allotted tim...
05/07/2026

Norwegian Foot March

The 42nd OVB held our 3rd Norwegian Foot March, with a total of 59 finishers within the allotted time. This is a huge increase from last semester where 15 people finished the 18.6 mile course. Another will be coming this fall so stay tuned and start training!
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AWARDS LABFriday morning the 42nd OVB held our semesterending lab, celebrating the many accomplishments of thesemester. ...
05/03/2026

AWARDS LAB

Friday morning the 42nd OVB held our semester
ending lab, celebrating the many accomplishments of the
semester.





RANGEThe 42nd OVB spent the day on the range today, giving the MS3 cadets a chance to hone their skills on the M4. The d...
04/03/2026

RANGE

The 42nd OVB spent the day on the range today, giving the MS3 cadets a chance to hone their skills on the M4. The day included both zeroing and qualification, a test where soldiers engage 40 targets up to 300 meters away.
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WEAPONS LABThe 42nd OVB held our semesterly weapons lab this past Friday, allowing cadets hands on experience with the w...
03/03/2026

WEAPONS LAB

The 42nd OVB held our semesterly weapons lab this past Friday, allowing cadets hands on experience with the weapons systems they may be using in the future. This also included PMI, or preliminary marksmanship instruction, preparing them for the range.
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The University of Akron Army ROTC is hosting another Norwegian Foot March this Spring, on May 2nd. Sign up on the websit...
03/03/2026

The University of Akron Army ROTC is hosting another Norwegian Foot March this Spring, on May 2nd. Sign up on the website on the flyer or the link in our bio.

ROOM CLEARINGIn past weeks as below freezing temperatures forced us inside, the 42nd OVB was still training. Taught by f...
02/21/2026

ROOM CLEARING

In past weeks as below freezing temperatures forced us inside, the 42nd OVB was still training. Taught by former professionals, cadets learned proper room clearing methods and reenforced their Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) skills.
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AFTDespite the cold the 42nd OVB held an Army Fitness Test, testing the fitness level of our cadets. In below freezing t...
02/10/2026

AFT

Despite the cold the 42nd OVB held an Army Fitness Test, testing the fitness level of our cadets. In below freezing temperatures cadets ran the two mile, setting multiple PRs.
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WELCOME LABAnother semester brings another welcome lab. The 42nd OVB started off strong introducing cadet staff and cadr...
01/16/2026

WELCOME LAB

Another semester brings another welcome lab. The 42nd OVB started off strong introducing cadet staff and cadre, including our new PMS, as well as giving branch briefs on the basic branches the army has to offer. Here's to another great semester!
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FUNDRAISER On Thursday January 15th (next week!) the 42nd OVB is holding a fundraiser at . Come play some lazer tag for...
01/08/2026

FUNDRAISER

On Thursday January 15th (next week!) the 42nd OVB is holding a fundraiser at . Come play some lazer tag for a good cause as 20% of sales go to support our cadets!

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