University of Kansas Army ROTC

University of Kansas Army ROTC Welcome to the Official KU Army ROTC page. Established in 1918. KU Army ROTC is committed to molding leaders for the Nation.

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Partner Schools with students that can join KU Army ROTC include:

Washburn University, Topeka, KS
Baker University, Baldwin City, KS
University of St. Mary, Leavenworth, KS
MidAmerica Nazarene University, Olathe, KS
Haskell Indian Nations University, Lawrence, KS
Kansas City Kansas Community College, Kansas City, KS
Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, KS

A few shots of our new 2LTs taking their oaths of office!
05/21/2026

A few shots of our new 2LTs taking their oaths of office!

On Monday, 18 May 26, the Jayhawk Battalion proudly commissioned 28 new Second Lieutenants during our Spring Commissioni...
05/20/2026

On Monday, 18 May 26, the Jayhawk Battalion proudly commissioned 28 new Second Lieutenants during our Spring Commissioning Ceremony at the University of Kansas Memorial Union, bringing this year’s total to 32 newly commissioned officers — the largest commissioning class from KU Army ROTC since 1958.

These new officers commissioned into Active Duty, the Kansas Army National Guard, and the United States Army Reserve, representing the future of leadership across our Army.

This ceremony also marked a major milestone for the battalion as we proudly welcomed and commissioned Cadets from both Park University and UMKC for the first time as part of the expanded Jayhawk Battalion family.

From Lawrence to locations across the world, these officers now begin the next chapter of service to our nation.

Congratulations to the Jayhawk Battalion Class of 2026. We are proud of you.

ALL IN!
ROCK CHALK!

Please join us in congratulating CDT Luke Rogers on earning the Outstanding Senior Award for Electrical Engineering and ...
05/14/2026

Please join us in congratulating CDT Luke Rogers on earning the Outstanding Senior Award for Electrical Engineering and the Rummer Award for Best Senior Design Project.

Luke led the award-winning Ultrasonic Automatic Target Recognition project and was recognized by EECS faculty and staff as the top senior in the 2026 EE class. We are proud to have him representing our battalion. Congratulations, Luke!

Please join us as we honor the commissioning of the Jayhawk Battalion Class of 2026.On Monday, May 18th, these Cadets wi...
05/14/2026

Please join us as we honor the commissioning of the Jayhawk Battalion Class of 2026.

On Monday, May 18th, these Cadets will take the oath of office and officially commission as Second Lieutenants in the United States Army. The ceremony will recognize officers commissioning into Active Duty, the Army National Guard, and the Army Reserve from across the Jayhawk Battalion’s partner universities.

📍 Woodruff Auditorium – Memorial Union
🗓 Monday, May 18th
⏰ 8:30 A.M.

This semester’s commissioning class includes future Infantry, Aviation, Cyber, Logistics, Military Intelligence, Field Artillery, Engineer, Armor, Nursing, and Signal officers who will soon begin serving Soldiers and communities across the nation.

Family, friends, alumni, and supporters of the Jayhawk Battalion are invited to attend and celebrate this major milestone.

Final Leadership Lab of the semester Today, Jayhawk Battalion Cadets conducted Combat Water Survival Training at the Law...
05/07/2026

Final Leadership Lab of the semester

Today, Jayhawk Battalion Cadets conducted Combat Water Survival Training at the Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center. From water confidence drills to survival techniques in uniform, Cadets were pushed outside their comfort zones and challenged to stay calm under pressure.

Leadership starts where comfort ends.

Special thanks to the City of Lawrence and the Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center for supporting our training.

The Jayhawk Battalion Army ROTC Cadets finished strong this week in the final event of the inaugural Iron Warhawk Compet...
05/02/2026

The Jayhawk Battalion Army ROTC Cadets finished strong this week in the final event of the inaugural Iron Warhawk Competition, competing across multiple service fitness tests alongside Air Force, Navy, and Marine ROTC.

We are proud to recognize:

🥇 CDT Eli Messick – 1st Place Overall
🥉 CDT Hannah Gilman – 3rd Place Overall

Because of their performance—and the effort of all participating Army Cadets—Army ROTC earned the overall team victory in the first-ever Iron Warhawk Competition.

Outstanding work by all competitors who pushed themselves across every service’s physical fitness standards.

Competition breeds excellence.

The Iron Warhawk Competition continues this week as KU’s Army, Navy, and Air Force ROTC Cadets compete across each servi...
04/30/2026

The Iron Warhawk Competition continues this week as KU’s Army, Navy, and Air Force ROTC Cadets compete across each service’s physical fitness tests.

After three events, here are the current top competitors:

🥇 Messick (AROTC) – 299.6
🥈 Pilsl (NROTC) – 297.9
🥉 Rogers (AROTC) – 297.6
4️⃣ Gilman (AROTC) – 296.6
5️⃣ Amador (NROTC) – 296.4

Outstanding performances across the board as Cadets continue pushing themselves through each service’s standards of excellence.

The final event takes place tomorrow with the Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test.

Stay tuned.

Competition breeds excellence.

Attention School Counselors, Parents, and Future Seniors (Class of 2027)The Army ROTC National High School Scholarship a...
04/22/2026

Attention School Counselors, Parents, and Future Seniors (Class of 2027)

The Army ROTC National High School Scholarship application opens 14 June 2026 — and now is the time for students to start preparing.

This scholarship can provide:
✔ Full tuition or up to $12,000/year room & board
✔ $420/month living stipend
✔ $1,200/year for books
✔ Leadership training while earning a degree
✔ No obligation during freshman year

Students can attend over 1,000 colleges and universities nationwide with Army ROTC — including the University of Kansas and our partner schools across Kansas and Missouri.

🎯 What students should do now:
Ask your guidance counselor for an updated transcript through the end of junior year so your application can be completed early this summer for the best chance of selection.

I’m happy to help students every step of the way, even if they are not planning to attend KU. My goal is to help them find the best path to a debt-free college education and leadership opportunities after graduation.

📅 Mark your calendar: Applications open June 14

Learn more or connect with me here:
https://armyrotc.ku.edu


Lawrence Public Schools Unified School District #232 Eudora High School Olathe Public Schools Shawnee Mission School District Gardner Edgerton School District Basehor-Linwood School District USD 458 Tonganoxie USD 464 Leavenworth USD 453 Topeka Public Schools

Incoming Jayhawk Battalion students — this is your first step into Army ROTC.New Cadet Orientation (NCO) will take place...
04/08/2026

Incoming Jayhawk Battalion students — this is your first step into Army ROTC.

New Cadet Orientation (NCO) will take place 19–21 August and is designed specifically for students joining the Jayhawk Battalion this fall.

NCO gives you the opportunity to:
✔ Move in early (16 AUG)
✔ Meet fellow Cadets before classes start
✔ Receive uniforms and equipment
✔ Learn how Army ROTC works in the Jayhawk Battalion
✔ Start the semester confident and prepared

Whether you already have a scholarship or are just interested in trying ROTC your freshman year, NCO is the best way to begin. Please sign up early so we know the amounts of shirts to order.

Register here:
armyrotc.ku.edu/new-cadet-orientation

We look forward to welcoming the next generation of Jayhawk leaders.
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Over spring break, the KU Army ROTC Battalion took on the Bataan Memorial Death March with grit and determination. Our A...
03/21/2026

Over spring break, the KU Army ROTC Battalion took on the Bataan Memorial Death March with grit and determination. Our A Team powered through to earn 3rd place in the Male Military Heavy Division, while our B Team fought hard to secure 14th place in the ROTC Heavy Division.

Proud of the resilience, discipline, and warrior spirit shown by every cadet who stepped up to the challenge.

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1520 Summerfield Hall Drive, Rm 203
Lawrence, KS
66045

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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