Hampton University AROTC Newsletter

Hampton University is back in session for the 2015-2016 school year! The year is expected to be an exceptional one! Over the summer, cadets were making developmental milestones in all grade levels. These milestones were being taken through various summer broadening opportunities both within the Army and outside of the Army. Three cadets attended Cadet Initial Entry Training (CIET) and thirteen cadets attended the Cadet Leadership Course (CLC). Along with these training opportunities that took place in Fort Knox, Kentucky, one cadet had the opportunity to attend Air Assault School and successfully complete the course. When Cadet Watson, junior biology major from Lowell, Michigan, was asked what he took away from his experience at Air Assault School, he responded by saying: “I learned how to push myself and others around me.” He hopes to apply what he learned there, to develop other leaders in the pirate battalion. Additionally, Cadet Starla McDougald-Treadewell, senior criminal justice major from Sacramento, California, had the opportunity to attend the Cultural

Understanding and Language Proficiency (CULP) Program and venture off to the country of Georgia! While at CULP, she was given a certificate of completion for successfully completing Mountain Warfare School. Along with Army training opportunities, some cadets took the opportunity to complete internships with a variety of institutions that included Goldman Sachs, Max Media Company, ESPN, and Syracuse Biomaterial Institute. Asya Lee, senior economics major from Manassas, Virginia, was thankful for her opportunity to work at Goldman Sachs and explained that while on the internship she “gained corporate work experience and further insight into career opportunities.” Upon graduation, she has been offered a full time position as a human capital management analyst. With all of the new skills and knowledge developed over the summer, the pirate battalion will continue to strengthen this year. These diverse opportunities and experiences will aid in the leadership development of the future officers at our Home by the Sea!

The Pirate Battalion – Summer Leadership Experiences

Pirate Battalion: Hampton University Army ROTC Newsletter

September 2015 Volume 1, No. 1

THE PIRATE PRESSContents

• The Pirate Battalion - Summer Leadership Experiences ..................1

• Professor of Military Science...........1• Cadet Chain of Command ..............2• Professor of Military Science,

Leadership.............................................2• Practicing Leaderhip in the

Battalion ................................................3• 1st Annual Battalion Retreat ..........3• Battle of the Bay .................................4• Cadet of the Year.................................4• Cadet of the Month............................4• Cadet Photo Wall ................................5• Upcoming Events ...............................6• Social Media..........................................6• Fundraiser Webpage..........................6

Professor of Military Science

The Pirate Battalion – Summer Leadership Experiences • Leadership

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Photo by: CDT Brett Harris

LTC Yusef E. GoodStatement

“I really like the high level of motiva-tion that a lot of cadets already came in with. This year’s battalion could possibly be just as great as the first commissioning class, with hard work and dedication.”

By: CDT Montrey DeLoatch

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Pirate Battalion: Hampton University Army ROTC NewsletterProfessor of Military Science

Question: What are your expectations for the

Battalion?

Response: “I would love for everyone to be

developed in an area whether it’s academics,

leadership, or fitness and even for students to

run along with this if they decide not to return

to the program.”

Question: What is your motto or Command

Philosophy?

Response: “Contribute to the legacy...Now! “

Cadet Battalion Commander

Cadet Command Sergeant Major

Cadet Chain of Command

Question: What are your thoughts on the new school year?

Her Response: “Due to the mentorship we received from the senior class last year, there is more commitment from my class.”

Question: What are your expectations for the Battalion?

Her Response: “The average grade point average for the battalion will be a 3.0 and the average physical fitness score will be a 260. Also, we will retain all cadets that join the program.”

Question: What is your motto for the school year?

Her Response: “Don’t tell me the sky is the limit, when there’s footprints on the moon.”

Question: What are your expectations for the Battalion?

Response: I expect cadets to lead with ease and always maintain discipline. The cadets in the battalion will be trained, mentored and guided in every way possible to ensure that they have a basic understanding of what it means to be a leader.

Question: What skill do you want cadets in the program to learn or strengthen?

Response: As future officers in the United States Army our primary job is to create solutions, and I believe that we can start implementing that mindset right now. As cadets, we are walking on a path toward becoming officers; therefore, it is imperative that we learn the process of problem solving.

Question: What is your motto for the school year?

Response: “Be the change you want to see.”

Pictured: CDT Manfred Patterson

Loyalty - Bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution, the Army, your unit and other Soldiers.Duty - Fulfill your obligations.Respect - Treat people as they should be treated.Selfless Service - Put the welfare of the nation, the Army, and your subordinates before your own.Honor - Live up to all the Army values.Integrity - Do what’s right, legally and morally.Personal Courage - Face fear, danger, or adver-sity.

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Practicing Leadership in the Battalion

In Army ROTC, we provide cadets with the knowledge on skills and attributes that are needed not only in the Army, but also in the civilian workforce. MSIII cadets began their rotational leadership positions by training a platoon during a drill and ceremony lab. This training was designed to give new cadets an introduction to marching and calling cadences in a formation. The MSIII class did an awesome job of leading the MSI and MSII class and accomplishing the intent of Professor of Military Science, Cadet Battalion Commander, and the Cadet Company Commander. There will be more lab trainings that will include more drill and ceremony, land navigation, and first aid throughout the year.

By: CDT Nicholas Anthony & CDT Na’tise Bankston

On Sunday September 20, 2015, the MSIV of the Battalion put together a Battalion Retreat for all cadets to enjoy food, fun, and games and ultimately bond as a program. The outcome exceeded expectations and cadets made comments on the event such as:

“This event was fun mainly because I got to meet more of the people in the program”

“I met people I never even knew were from my area”

“This event made me realize, I now have a family away from home now too”

Since the outcome of this event was exceptional, it will continue in years to come. The Battalion Retreat truly gave members of the program a chance to build relationships that will hopefully assist them throughout their tenure in the program!

1st Annual Battalion RetreatBy: CDT Nicholas Anthony

Photos by: CDT Brett Harris

Photos by: CDT Brett Harris

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Classification: JuniorMajor: BiologyHometown: Lowell, MichiganExtra Curricular Activities: Commanding ranger challenge, tutoring and playing the pianoFavorite Quote: “Uncommon thought leads to uncommon action.” - Kia Green

Cadet of the Year:Pierce Watson

Battle of the Bay

Cadet of the Month (September): Jaila Durant

On September 26, 2015 the Mighty Pirate Battalion competed in the annual games of the Battle of the Bay against, the host, Norfolk State University Spartan Battalion. The competition kicked off with an in-vigorating speech by Hampton University alumni, Retired General Arnold. The first event was a relay race between the two Battalions, which encom-passed repetitions of jumping rope, medicine ball squats, leg lifts, sand bag flips and push-ups. The battle continued with a tug-of-war game, a basket-ball showcase and a game of traditional basketball. The entire event was filled with dancing, laughs and comradery between both Battalions. The amount of cheers and screams that happened during the games was immeasurable as each Battalion cheered on their battle buddies just as hard as their battle’s competed in each event. De-spite a swift change of plans due to weather restrictions, both Battalions were able to adjust and see through to the success of another historic, dynamic and enthusiastic competition between the two Army ROTC pro-grams. Although, the NSU Spartans walked away with the trophy both Battalions were motivated and dedicated to making the event as fun as possible for everyone involved. The ROCKS President, the sponsor of the Battle of the Bay, was there to award NSU with the trophy. The event concluded with lunch and all the cadets taking the opportunity to network and build relationships with there soon to be bothers and sisters in the United States Army Officer Corp. Many cadets were able to reconnect relationships built at Cadet Summer Training; they were able to reminisce on the adventures and shared memories of the excitement that took place throughout the summer. Hampton University’s Battalion Commander, Cadet Starla Tread-well, expressed her enjoyment of the event and her excitement to hear about the results of next year’s Battle of Bay that will be hosted by Hamp-ton Army ROTC. The event is of true legacy and tradition of the relation-ship between NSU Army ROTC and Hampton Army ROTC. This year’s participation by both Battalion was one of true testament the great things happening and growing within both of these great Army ROTC programs.

CAPTION: 2015-16 Battle of the Bay @ Norfolk State

Photo by: CDT Brett Harris

By: CDT Na’tise Bankston

Classification: SophomoreMajor: Entrepreneurship Hometown: Detroit, MichiganExtra Curricular Activities: Dance, drawing, acting, community service and mentoringFavorite Quote: “You may be smarter than me, but you won’t outwork me.” -Kenneth McPhaul Jr.

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Cadet Photo Wall

Displayed above is an assortment of photos from experiences cadets had over the summer and beginning of the school year.

October 7th, 2015 - Homecoming Coronation @ Ogden Hall

October 9th, 2015 - Homecoming Bazaar Fundraiser

October 15th through 18th, 2015 - Ranger Challenge Competition @ Ft. Pickett

October 17th, 2015 - Battalion Social @ Cloud9 Indoor Trampoline Park

October 29th, 2015 - Buffalo Wings Fundraiser (see Facebook or Instagram page for coupons)

October 30th, 2015 - Battalion Costume Run @ 0700

November 7th, 2015 - Military Appreciation Football Game (rescheduled from October 3rd, 2015)

November 9th, 2015 - General Officer Forum @ Howard University

November 11th, 2015 - Veteran’s Day Observation

November 18 through 30th, 2015 - Thanksgiving Raffle

UPCOMING EVENTS...


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Contact Information

Army ROTC DepartmentTelephone - (757) 727-5244

Fax - (757) 722-8802Email - [email protected]

Published by:

Cadet Public Affairs Officer - CDT CPT Montrey DeLoatchCadet Assistant Public Affairs Officer - CDT CPT Brett Harris

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