The mission of CULP or (Cultural Understanding Language Proficiency) was to immerse ourselves in the culture of another country and to learn about their day-to-day lives and history. The purpose of CULP was to visit different military regiments throughout Portugal and to gain awareness as well as a better understanding of a different nations culture … Continue reading CULP Portugal
Cyclone Battalion Cadet Amber Bruer conducts Humanitarian/NGO assistance mission vic Tanzania between 12MAY12 – 03JUN12 IOT immerse herself in the culture of Tanzania.The cadet worked towards developing more cultural awareness and foreign language proficiency skills. Key Tasks: Work in local communities, volunteer at local organizations, schools, community centers, and also attend language classes. Cyclone Battalion … Continue reading NGO Missions CULP Tanzania
Twenty Cyclone Battalion cadets successfully commission on 5 May 2012 at the Holiday Inn Hotel, Ames, Iowa to conduct a smooth and efficient commissioning ceremony in which graduating cadets receive their gold bars and friends and family can attend and participate. Key Tasks: Conduct rehearsal on 3 May 2012 Ensure COL Shultis is briefed on … Continue reading Cyclone Battalion Commissioning Ceremony
Drake Army ROTC will volunteer for the Drake Relays Super Flag display held on 28 APR 2012. Purpose: Drake Cadets participate in a publicly-held event to honor area veterans and promote patriotism. Key Tasks: •Unfold the massive ceremonial flag. •Represent Drake ROTC in a positive manner. •Assist Drake University in an annually held event. Drake … Continue reading Drake Army ROTC Super-Flag Unfolding Ceremony
Drake Army ROTC will complete a street painting square for the Drake Relays 2012 to the specification submitted the week prior. Drake Cadets use this opportunity to increase ROTC presence on campus Key Tasks: •Create street square design and submit it for approval •Get required materials •Paint the square •AAR. Drake Cadets represent the ROTC … Continue reading Drake Army ROTC Drake Relays Street Painting
Cyclone Battalion, part of Task Force Dodge, conducts JFTX at Camp Dodge on 19APR12 – 22APR12. MSIII cadets prepare for LDAC and MS I and MS II cadets increase their confidence and leadership abilities by completing various tasks. Key Tasks: STX lanes, Patrolling lanes, FLRC lanes, Land Navigation, Paintball, Rappelling, Confidence Course and Patrol Base Operations … Continue reading Task Force Dodge JFTX
Drake Army ROTC will conduct a pushup-a-thon fundraiser on 23APR2012 in cooperation with the Red Cross of the Greater Des Moines Area. Drake Cadets use this opportunity to represent Army ROTC in a philanthropic atmosphere. Key Tasks: •Attain Sponsors. •Collect Donations. •Complete two minutes of pushups •AAR. Drake Cadets represent the Army ROTC Program to … Continue reading Drake Army ROTC American Red Cross Pushup-a-thon
Drake and ISU Army ROTC will assist in the Tea for Two event by driving guests from parking to the Governor’s mansion on Terrace Hill. Cadets help develop a positive relationship with the community, setting the stage for future opportunities for volunteering. Key Tasks: •Drive guests from parking area to mansion •Assist guests up and … Continue reading Drake and ISU Army ROTC Tea for Two
Cyclone Battalion participates in the Des Moines Health and Fitness Expo on 11,12,13APR2012 at Ankeny, Lincoln, and East High School.To support health initiatives by First Lady Michelle Obama and Governor Terry Brandstad Key Tasks: -Inform High school students about the importance of exercise -Inform High school students about ROTC PT routines and the program -Get … Continue reading Health and Wellness Expo
ISU Army ROTC (Alpha Company, Cyclone Battalion) conducts force on force STX Lanes on 04APR12 during leadership lab. MS III cadets gain leadership experience by leading MS Is and IIs in Situational Training Exercises. Force on force training introduced something new. Key Tasks: Receipt and issue of squad OPORD Conduct planning and rehearsals Conduct mission Each … Continue reading ISU Leadership Lab: STX Lanes