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The Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) was established when President Woodrow Wilson signed the National Defense Act of 1916. Since its inception, Army ROTC has provided leadership and military training at schools and universities across the country and has commissioned more than a half million Officers. It is the largest commissioning source in the American military. Army ROTC is one of
the most demanding and successful leadership programs in the country. For years, Army ROTC has been creating leaders who go on to rewarding careers in the military and civilian worlds. Army ROTC produces approximately 60 percent of the Second Lieutenants who join the active Army, Army Reserve and Army National Guard. More than 40 percent of current Active Duty Army General Officers were commissioned through ROTC.
D Co. Cadets are moving on up in the Fire Battalion! The full list of promotions is as follows:
is the new Battalion Commander. (Photo 2)
is the new Special Team Captain for the Battalion. (Photo 3)
is the new Company Commander of D Co., with serving as his First Sergeant. (Photo 4)
Fire on!
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This weekend, D Co. Cadets completed a three day FTX at Ft. Knox. Third years prepared for Advance Camp with lanes and land nav, while first and second years followed in their footsteps with lanes, land nav, CWST, and obstacle courses.
If you see Cadet Rothstein, make sure to ask him about not being issued a whistle at land nav. Hooah!
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This morning, D. Co. Cadets learned about platoon ambush, taught by Cadets and .
It is also Cadets ‘s and ‘s birthdays today!
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In case you missed it, D. Co Cadets met with Major General Telita Crosland, the Deputy Surgeon General for MEDCOM. She spoke with cadets on a variety of topics, including her own experience in the Medical Corps.
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This morning, D. Co. Cadets learned about platoon attack in their early morning Lead Lab, followed by a practical on the Midway.
Shoutout Cadets and for teaching this Lab, and Cadets and for leading the practical!
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In case you missed it, last Friday D Co. Cadets executed a 6 mile ruck at UIC through the snow and cold.
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Lead Lab this week was on Movement to Contact and React to Contact. The snow provided a great outdoor backdrop to our practical run through.
Shoutout to Cadets and for leading this lab!
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This morning, D Co. Cadets went online again for the weekly Lead Lab. We learned about platoon defense from Cadets and .
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This morning D Co. Cadets had our first in person Lead Lab of winter quarter on Patrolling and Patrol Bases. Glad to be back in the classroom and the snow!
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Yesterday, even during COVID, D Co. cadets trained on zoom about platoon and squad combinations, as well as battle drills 1 and 2.
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Today, the cadets of Dog Company, Fire BN, performed a 7-mile ruck march. The cadets began at the Henry Crown Field House, journeyed to the Promontory Point and up Lake Michigan, and then back along the same route to the Henry Crown Field House. During the ruck march, cadets enjoyed some beautiful views of Chicago while singing cadences that were led by CDT Ogle.
Cadets performed this ruck in preparation for a 13-mile ruck on December 1, 2021, that will commemorate the 13 lives lost during the bombing at the Hamid Karzai International Airport on August 26, 2021.
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This morning, as part of honoring our nation's military veterans, D Co. cadets went on a run to Promontory Point with cadets in UChicago's Air Force ROTC program. The interservice event symbolized that all military branches defend the same freedoms and take an oath to the same Constitution. Following the fun run, CPT O'Connell addressed cadets from both services and emphasized the importance of being grateful for our freedoms and for those who served to protect them.
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Today, Veterans Day 2022, we thank our nation's veterans and remember those who have served and our serving. We express gratitude towards those who took an oath to defend freedom and our Constitution. Hooah!
In the same spirit, D Co. had an awesome week! Following a color guard event for UChicago's Booth School of Business, D Co. had the unique privilege of working out with 3rd ROTC BDE Commander, Col. Lewis. Cadets completed three full-body circuits interspersed with sprints around UChicago's quad. To conclude the workout, cadets competed in a relay race, with CPT O'Connell's team emerging victorious. Following the workout, Cadets enjoyed breakfast and a Q&A with Col. Lewis.
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Last week, Dog Co. Cadets had the privilege of PTing with LTC Rutnarak. Cadets completed three full body circuits and finished off strong with a relay race!
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Last week, Dog Co. Cadets had the unique opportunity of meeting with LTG R. Scott Di**le, the US Army Surgeon General. Cadets had a brief meet and greet with LTG Di**le before having the opportunity to speak with representatives from the Medical Command about medical opportunities in the Army!
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During 2nd Week, Dog Company kept busy! From taking the ACFT, to a Lead Lab on Fieldcraft to a fun workout at Stagg, UChicago ROTC finished second week strong!
Please reach out via a pm if you are interested in joining Army ROTC!
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What a week! D Company started off the week with a run to the point and a core circuit where all cadets introduced themselves. On Wednesday, the MS3 Cadets completed a 6 mile ruck march while the rest of the company completed a pyramid workout on the track. Thursday morning brought the first lead lab on army uniform regulations and drill and ceremony. Finally, cadets topped off the week with Super Lead Lab at PNW Westville. Cadets led STX lanes and completed a Land Navigation course.
Looking forward to the weekend and to start off another great week of ROTC
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This week we are featuring CDT Fisher in our Cadet Spotlight!
CDT Fisher is a third year majoring in Political Science and East Asian Languages & Civilizations. She works as a research assistant at the Chicago Project on Security and Threats, a UChicago-based politics and security research center. Her favorite place on campus is the Reg, and her favorite thing to do in her free time is watch the Bachelor franchise.
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This week we are featuring CDT Jaffe in our Cadet Spotlight!
CDT Jaffe is a third year majoring in Economics and REES. His hobbies include Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, scuba diving, philanthropy, and exploring nature (such as hiking). He also likes anything to do with challenging myself, such as the oil rig he worked on a couple years ago. This summer CDT Jaffe got back into Jiu-Jitsu and helped teach under 18 kids at his local Jiu-Jitsu academy.
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This week we are featuring CDT Ogle in our Cadet Spotlight!
"I am a 3rd year economics major. I am also studying data science. In the past I have worked with economics professor John List as a research assistant. I worked on a few projects including the Chicago Heights (CHECC) study. I enjoy economics specifically game theory. This summer CDT Merril and I founded a start-up Pollinate that specializes in motivating students with economic incentives."
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Our CDTs Wolf and Taylor were all smiles after completing this year's Cadet Summer Training (CST) in Ft. Knox, KY. Both cadets look forward to imparting the valuable lessons they learned to the other MS classes
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Make sure to join us at UIC for Fire Starter Week! This week will help acclimate new cadets to ROTC life through our host program at University of Illinois-Chicago!
UChicago ROTC cadets execute a Platoon Movement to Contact lane organized by MSIIIs during Lead Lab.
Cadets practiced TLPs, movement to the objective, and actions on the objective.
Good work this quarter D Co!
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Cadets practiced squats and deadlifts at the armory on Wednesday morning.
Lower body strength is important for the ACFT and these two compound movements are the best way to work on it.
Stay disciplined D Co!
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UChicago ROTC cadets enjoyed a nice game of kickball and early morning PT on Friday.
We look forward to playing more sports on Fridays!
Keep it up D Co!
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UChicago MSIII cadets prepare for CST during MSIII day.
We wish CDTs Taylor and Wolf the best of luck during summer training.
Let’s go D Co! Hooah!
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On Thursday, UChicago ROTC cadets participated in a Lead Lab on comms.
Cadets learned basic radio etiquette, 9Line format, and how to operate a radio.
Go D Co!
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Last month, UChicago MS3 cadets took part in a 4-day FTX at Ft. McCoy.
Shoutout to CDTs Taylor and Wolf for their outstanding work as they prepare for summer training.
Keep it up D Co!
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On Friday morning, UChicago ROTC cadets engaged in in-person PT, received cadet awards, and held CDT Scott’s swearing-in ceremony.
Congratulations to CDTs Fisher, Cortellesi, and Scott!
Keep it up D Co!
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This week, UChicago ROTC cadets hit the gym. CDT Jaffe skillfully executes a deadlift while our MS4s perform squats on the midway.
Get those gains D Co!
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Spring is in the air, and UChicago ROTC cadets had their first in-person PT today!
Thank you to our very own PSG for organizing this wonderful PT at the armory!
Keep up the hard work D Co!
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UChicago ROTC Cadets were unstoppable at yesterday’s Super Lead Lab.
Cadets learned about Land Navigation, Troop Leading Procedures, and Squad Ops.
Keep it up D Co! Hooah!
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Yesterday UChicago ROTC Cadets embarked on an interactive Land Navigation Lead Lab.
Cadets learned land navigation techniques followed by a fun competition where cadets had to locate certain features using a map and compass.
Congratulations to winners Jonathan Merril, Spencer Scott, and William Carson!
Good luck with finals D Co!
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This week UChicago Cadets took part in Ranger challenge. Some Cadets even took time out of their busy week and classes to help set up Ranger challenge for other cadets.
A job well done D Co. Congratulations to all participants and all those who helped out!
Keep up the hard work!
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This week UChicago Cadets both took part in Ranger challenge and took time out of their busy week classes to help set up Ranger challenge for other cadets.
A job well done D Co. Congratulations to all participants and all those who helped out!
Keep up the hard work!
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UChicago ROTC Cadets engage in a 6-mile ruck march to relax after a long week of PT and hard work. One group went at 0600, and the other at 1800.
Lovely way to spend your Friday night, especially with such an elite view by the lake.
Keep up the PT, D Co. Good luck on finals!
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Yesterday afternoon UofC ROTC engaged in some lovely team-building activities. One group went out for lunch in Chinatown, and the other went for a ruck march.
It was a very pleasant, sunny day, and a good way to relax after a long week of PT.
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This morning at 0600 D Co kicked things off with a Lead Lab.
Thank you to CDT Merril and CDT Leonn for delivering a wonderful Lead Lab on MTC/React to Contact!
We are virtual but we work with what we have! A lovely presentation followed by a demonstration on the whiteboard, with an engaging Kahoot at the end!
Work hard, play hard D Co! @ The University of Chicago
UChicago ROTC Cadets engage in a fun running PT to their favourite location within a few miles of campus.
Winner received a free lunch.
Very fun to run in the snow especially when the cold air pierces your lungs! Hooah!
Keep it up D Co! Stay warm! @ The University of Chicago
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This morning's Kuvia obstacle course!
Last week our cadets participated in the Army's Combat Water Survival Test (CWST), which involves a series of challenges to test their aptitude in the water. We were joined by Chicago Army ROTC and Chicago State University Army ROTC. Check us out in action!
U.S. Army drill and ceremony has provided discipline, espirt de corps for more than 238 years. We practiced some at our last Lead Lab.
Last week UChicago Army ROTC hosted a station for Kuvia, an annual U of C tradition. Events included an obstacle course, field craft, and drill & ceremony. Thanks to all who participated!
Knocking out 10 pushups with Patrick J. Murphy after the first on campus commissioning ceremony at The University of Chicago in decades!
Honored to present the colors to kick off the annual Chicago Veterans 20 for 20 Ruck March!
We're excited to participate in the annual University of Chicago Scavenger Hunt, a proud annual UChicago tradition dating back to 1987 and (formerly) the world's largest scavenger hunt! Here are our cadets completing item No. 58: Four-person push-ups are for squares. Go bigger. [3 points per person up to 8 people, 5 bonus points for doing a tiered 3D shape] UChicago Admissions Chicago Army ROTC #scavhunt2k17 #armyrotc
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