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04/08/2026

Today we introduce CDT Mitchel Hockey from Leroy, New York!

CDT Hockey served as our battalion commander this year. Majoring in Political Science, he joined ROTC because he wanted to serve and lead with a purpose!

CDT Hockey has graduated from Air Assault school and will branch as a Military Intelligence officer on active duty!

We are so proud of the accomplishments from CDT Hockey.

Congratulations and best of luck!

04/07/2026

Congratulations to our newest Second Lieutenant!

Recently, our program commissioned 2LT Joel Scime as an Active Duty Logistics officer in the United States Army.

Through years of hard work, leadership development, and dedication, 2LT Scime has earned the privilege to lead soldiers and serve our nation.

We are proud to see 2LT Scime take the next step and wish them success in the Logistics branch. Congrats 2LT Scime!

04/01/2026

Today we introduce CDT Nolan Krautwurst from Rochester, New York!

CDT Krautwurst served as our battalion S3 and also XO this year. Majoring in Political Science, he joined ROTC because he wanted to serve his country!

CDT Krautwurst has attended Air Assault school at Fort Campbell and attended CTLT with A Co, 2-327 Infantry, also at Fort Campbell

CDT Krautwurst will branch as an Infantry officer on active duty!

We are so proud of the accomplishments from CDT Krautwurst
Congratulations and best of luck!

03/31/2026

Interested in Army ROTC? Take the next step toward becoming a leader.

Our Army ROTC Campus Visit on April 29–30 gives prospective students a firsthand look at life as a cadet, including hands-on leadership training, campus experiences, and opportunities to learn about scholarships and career paths in the United States Army.

Don’t miss out register using the QR code today.

03/30/2026

In case you missed it, our Military Ball invitation is live.

We want to extend a special invitation to our alumni to come back and celebrate with the battalion. Furthermore we extend a warm invitation to any friends of the program that would like to join and celebrate the history and future of the Purple Eagle Battalion.

Please RSVP to CDT Krautwurst by April 8. We hope to see you there.

03/27/2026

From college fairs to open houses, our program is out in the community sharing what Army ROTC is all about.

Whether it’s answering questions, connecting with students, or helping families understand the opportunities available, we’re committed to building relationships and developing future leaders to serve our nation.

Interested in learning more? Please reach out to get involved!

03/25/2026

Today we introduce CDT Liam Kwoka from Spencerport, New York!

CDT Kwoka served as our battalion S1/2 this year. Majoring in Criminal Justice, he joined ROTC because he wanted to pursue a career in the Army while pursuing higher education!

CDT Kwoka will branch as a Logistics officer in the Army Reserves.

We are so proud of the accomplishments from CDT Kwoka!

Congratulations and best of luck!

03/20/2026

Today we introduce CDT Holly Ruggiero from Utica, New York!

CDT Ruggiero served as our battalion AS3 this year. Majoring in Criminal Justice, she joined ROTC because she wanted to challenge herself and serve with a purpose!

CDT Ruggiero will branch as a Field Artillery officer in the New York Army National Guard.
We are so proud of the accomplishments from CDT Ruggiero!

Congratulations and best of luck!

03/12/2026

Today we introduce CDT Connor Skardinski from Auburn, New York!

CDT Skardinski served as our battalion S5/AS3 this year. Majoring in Criminal Justice, he joined ROTC because he wanted to serve something greater than himself and learn valuable leadership.

CDT Skardinski will branch as an Army Aviation officer in the New York Army National Guard.

We are so proud of the accomplishments from CDT Skardinski!

Congratulations and best of luck in Aviation!

03/10/2026

CALLING ALL APPLICAINTS!
The deadline to submit your ROTC National Scholarship is next Monday, March 16th!

Still on the fence? Some benefits of ROTC include:
• Leadership development
• Scholarship opportunities (tuition coverage, monthly living stipend and book fee stipend)
• Hands-on training and field experience
• Physical and mental development
• A clear path to commissioning as an Army officer

Army ROTC builds leaders prepared to serve something greater than themselves.

If interested, send us a message or click the link in our bio!

03/05/2026

To last summer! All of our current MSIV CDTs attended and graduated Cadet Summer Training (CST) at Fort Knox. Along the way, they gained valuable leadership experience they have brought back to Niagara and will carry onto the force!

Some highlights from the summer include:
CDT Hockey earning the RECONDO badge at CST
CDT Krautwurst attending CTLT with A Co, 2-327 Infantry at Fort Campbell
CDT Skardinski continuing training through his NYARNG unit in Rochester, New York

Experiences like these prepare our CDTs for the next milestone of commissioning!

03/04/2026

Today we introduce CDT Matthew Kehrer!
CDT Kehrer served as our battalion S4/6 this year. Majoring in Criminal Justice, he joined ROTC because he wanted to serve his country and lead with purpose. CDT Kehrer will branch as an Air Defense Artillery officer. We are so proud of the accomplishments from CDT Kehrer!

Congratulations and best of luck in ADA!

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Niagara Falls, NY
14109

Telephone

+17162868237

Website

https://rotc.niagara.edu/

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