Pride of PA Army ROTC

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Kicking off the semester strong. Pride of PA's first tactical lab back, focused on land navigation, sharpening the skill...
09/04/2026

Kicking off the semester strong. Pride of PA's first tactical lab back, focused on land navigation, sharpening the skills and confidence needed to navigate terrain and make decisions in the field. 🧭💪

Cadet Cade Driscoll recently completed Air Assault School at Fort Campbell. He says, "The course was one of the most cha...
09/04/2026

Cadet Cade Driscoll recently completed Air Assault School at Fort Campbell. He says, "The course was one of the most challenging tests I've faced so far. From the 12-mile ruck to Phase II evaluations and obstacle courses, I had to be mentally and physically prepared and on my game 100% of the time. I encourage others to take on this challenge." Air Assault! 💪🦅

Cadet Jake Cummings of Allegheny and Cadet Garrett Skinner of Edinboro officially contracted into the Pride of PA Progra...
09/01/2026

Cadet Jake Cummings of Allegheny and Cadet Garrett Skinner of Edinboro officially contracted into the Pride of PA Program, taking an important step in their leadership journey. Congratulations to Cadet Cummings and Cadet Skinner, who were proudly sworn in by MAJ Gaines.

The Pride of PA kicked off the ROTC year with Org Day, bringing cadets together through friendly competition, including ...
08/31/2026

The Pride of PA kicked off the ROTC year with Org Day, bringing cadets together through friendly competition, including ultimate football and tug-of-war. The day concluded with a shared dinner, building camaraderie, teamwork, and the strong bonds that will carry us through the year ahead.

Cadet Luke Irvin (Gannon University) completed Air Assault School at West Point. While there, he learned about Army airc...
08/28/2026

Cadet Luke Irvin (Gannon University) completed Air Assault School at West Point. While there, he learned about Army aircraft, aircraft loading procedures, LZ operations, sling load inspections, aeromedical evacuation, and rappelling. "One of the most physically and mentally demanding courses I've completed," he says, requiring constant focus, preparation, and perseverance. Staying determined through every challenge led to his success. He is proud to have earned his Air Assault wings. 🦅

Airborne School was completed at Fort Benning, Georgia. Cadet Derek Bly successfully completed five jumps, including fou...
08/28/2026

Airborne School was completed at Fort Benning, Georgia. Cadet Derek Bly successfully completed five jumps, including four from a C-17 and one from a C-130J, with jumps conducted both at night and while carrying combat equipment. The course provided an incredible opportunity to experience the operational Army firsthand while developing confidence, resilience, and discipline. Cadet Bly says, "I was grateful for the chance to learn valuable leadership lessons from both NCO's and officers, while also gaining insight from junior enlisted soldiers." The demanding training reinforced the importance of teamwork, adaptability, and perseverance, making it a truly rewarding experience.

As CST 2026 comes to an end, here are highlights of some of our very own cadets. These cadets proudly completed Cadet Su...
08/18/2026

As CST 2026 comes to an end, here are highlights of some of our very own cadets. These cadets proudly completed Cadet Summer Training 2026 at Fort Knox, Kentucky, taking another important step toward becoming commissioned Second Lieutenants. Their hard work, dedication, and leadership throughout the summer have prepared them for the challenges ahead as they enter their senior year at Pride of PA Schools (Gannon, Mercyhurst, Penn State Behrend, and Edinboro). We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and look forward to seeing them continue to lead, grow, and represent Pride of PA with excellence.

On May 8, 2026, the next generation of Army leaders took their oath. Congratulations to the PennWest Edinboro Army ROTC ...
05/22/2026

On May 8, 2026, the next generation of Army leaders took their oath. Congratulations to the PennWest Edinboro Army ROTC Class of 2026 on commissioning as Second Lieutenants in the U.S. Army! 🇺🇸

Congratulations to:

2LT Jacob Bettano PAARNG Field Artillery
2LT Daniel Hastings PAARNG Signal
2LT Jake Stahl PAARNG Aviation

Your hard work, resilience and leadership have left a lasting impact on the Fighting Scots and Pride of PA Battalion. We are so proud of you all. Best of luck on what comes next on your journeys as officers! HOOAH!

📸 : CDT Morgan Harris



U.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC) | 2nd "Freedom" Brigade Army ROTC | U.S. Army | Pennsylvania National Guard

Congratulations to our Mercyhurst cadets who took their oath and commissioned as 2nd Lieutenants on May 16, 2026! 🌟🎉2LT ...
05/21/2026

Congratulations to our Mercyhurst cadets who took their oath and commissioned as 2nd Lieutenants on May 16, 2026! 🌟🎉

2LT Fuhrman
2LT Len
2LT Roth - Distinguished Military Graduate
2LT Iozzia - Distinguished Military Graduate
2LT Melcher - Distinguished Military Graduate

We wish you nothing but the best in your careers with the U.S. Army and beyond! 🇺🇸

📸 : Mercyhurst University



U.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC) | 2nd "Freedom" Brigade Army ROTC | U.S. Army

Runners of Pride & Steel 🤘The Pride of PA is finishing the year off strong! This past Sunday, 3 of our cadets headed int...
05/06/2026

Runners of Pride & Steel 🤘

The Pride of PA is finishing the year off strong! This past Sunday, 3 of our cadets headed into the steel city to take on 26.2 miles of grit, determination and endurance.

Cadet Jake Stahl came in with a time of 3:39:52
Cadet Heidi Gordon followed in quickly at 3:55:27
Cadet Justice Greene rounded things off strong at 4:54:35

Congratulations to all finishers this weekend!



U.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC) 2nd "Freedom" Brigade Army ROTC

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