08/19/2026
SUBJECT: University of New Hampshire Army ROTC Cadet Orientation Week
1. Purpose. This memorandum provides information to new Cadets and their families regarding the schedule and expectations for New Cadet Orientation Week at the University of New Hampshire (UNH). Orientation will take place from 25–27 August 2026. Training will be held on the UNH Durham campus and at the Regional Training Institute (RTI) in Center Strafford,
NH. Green to Gold Cadets are welcome to come in as early as the 24th to finalize contracts with Mr. Caraballo.
2. Cadet Reporting and In-Processing (25th August 2026). New Cadets will move into their assigned dormitories no earlier than 24 August 2026 until 1100 on 25 August. Move in is a
function of UNH housing, and prior coordination has been made to ensure cadets can move in on
the 24th. Parents may assist with move-in during this period. ROTC Orientation begins on 25
August. Cadets must report to Zais Hall by 1100 on 25th to begin in-processing. Cadets will be
divided into three groups and will rotate through three in-processing stations.
a. Station 1: Administrative paperwork and enrollment into MS I (ROTC Basic Course)
b. Station 2: Issue of uniforms and selected field gear
c. Station 3: Academic schedules and class rosters
3. Parent/Family Meeting. While Cadets are in-processing, parents and family members are invited to attend an information session from 1200–1300 in Spaulding Hall. This session will
include remarks from LTC Jeff Wade (Professor of Military Science), Mr. Ryan Morgan (Recruiting and Retention Officer), and other cadre.
4. Lunch. Lunch will be provided for Cadets and families at Zais Hall from 1300–1400.
Parents are welcome to attend and may depart following lunch.
5. Cadet In-Processing and Overnight Training (Wed, 26 – Thur, 27 August 2026). Cadets should be prepared to report to Zais Hall at 0550 on 26 August for breakfast and to complete any
remaining in-processing requirements. Afterward, they will depart for overnight training at the Regional Training Institute (RTI) in Center Strafford, NH. This offsite training is a key part of
the orientation experience. Also please bring a good pair of running shoes, and males need to be clean shaven.
6. Orientation Week Schedule.
Tuesday, 25 August 2026 – UNH Campus (Zais Hall and Spaulding Hall):
• 1100–1200: Senior Cadet meet-and-greet with new Cadets (Zais Hall)
• 1200–1300: Parent and family information brief (Spaulding Hall)
• 1300–1400: Lunch for Cadets and parents (Zais Hall)
• 1400–1630: Group rotations:
o Group A: Uniform and gear issue (Cadre – Supply Room)
o Group B: Administrative processing and enrollment (Mr. Jose Caraballo, 139R)
o Group C: Academic advising and scheduling (Mr. Ryan Morgan, ROO) Wednesday, 26 August 2026 – UNH Campus and RTI (Center Strafford, NH):
• 0550–0600: Accountability/ First Formation (Zais Hall)
• 0600–0700: PCCs/PCIs, verify packing list (Zais Hall)
• 0715: Depart Zais Hall for overnight field training at RTI
The RTI training event introduces Cadets to Army ROTC expectations, Battalion culture, and leadership development. Cadets will participate in physically challenging events that promote teamwork, personal accountability, and commitment to the Wildcat Battalion’s standards.
Thursday, 27 August 2026 – RTI and Return to UNH:
• 1115: Movement to UNH
• 1155: Cadets return to Zais Hall
At the conclusion of training, Cadets will have gained foundational knowledge of ROTC
operations, established peer connections, and demonstrated their commitment to leadership
development within the program.
Note: There will be no ROTC activities on Friday, 28 August.
Monday, 31 August 2026 – Start of Academic Classes at UNH.
7. The point of contact for this memorandum is Ryan Morgan at [email protected], (207)
891-1839 (Cell).
RYAN L. MORGAN
UNH ARMY ROTC
Recruiting Operations Officer
