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George Mason University Army ROTC

Students at George Mason and University of Mary Washington can enroll in ROTC as they would any other class.

George Mason University's Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program, the Patriot Battalion, is located in the heart of Northern Virginia with close proximity to Washington D.C. GMU ROTC Cadets are afforded the full benefit of being a student at Virginia's largest university with the many educational and occupational opportunities in the area while also gaining an insight to military culture an

d life. If a cadet has the interest to serve in the United States Army and meet the requirements for military duty, he or she can continue training to become an Officer in the United States Army. The Patriot Battalion stands as one of the most viable Senior ROTC Battalions in the Eastern Region, with distinguished achievements in Advance Camp performance, recruiting, retention, and successful commissioning of 2nd Lieutenants. First and second year Cadets receive introductory lessons on leadership development and organization, critical in any workplace environment. Third year Cadets then put their lessons into practice by leading and facilitating ROTC training events. Fourth year Cadets utilize their knowledge to plan and coordinate the training, physical fitness, and well-being of the Battalion. The daily life of a Cadet consists of PT (physical training) three days a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Cadets then have ROTC classes throughout the week with a Lab on Thursday for field and additional training. Each fall and spring semester, the Battalion conducts a weekend Field Training Exercise to put Cadets in a field environment and test their training. Interested Cadets may join some of Battalion clubs, such as Ranger Challenge, Drill Team, and Color Guard, all of which are helpful for increasing camaraderie. Cadets who apply themselves have the opportunity to attend summer training programs and schools such as Air Assault, Airborne, and CULP (Cultural Understanding and Language Program), a program that sends Cadets to foreign countries for an immersive cultural learning experience.

11/11/2024

🎶Just Keep Swimming, Just Keep Swimming, Just Keep Swimming Swimming🎶

The Patriot Battalion conducted its CWST Lab this past week where cadets completed four different events that tested their water survival abilities.

Keep up the good work Patriots!

11/11/2024

The GMU Women’s Lacrosse Team wanted a challenge…. And a challenge they got!

With the help of the of GMU Army ROTC, the women’s lacrosse team worked together in teams based on class year to put their teamwork, adaptability, and strength to the test!

We would like to thank for the opportunity to work together and we wish them a good luck on their season! Keep up the good work ladies!

10/30/2024

A wise man once said: “If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ball.”

This morning the Patriot Battalion did just that at its annual Halloween PT!! This year, the Patriots took it to the court…. The dodgeball court!!

Platoon vs Platoon, then MS class vs MS class, after a grueling few rounds the winner of dodgeball was Bravo Two!!

Check out the costumes from our patriots! We absolutely loved seeing all the costumes and smiles from our cadets!!

10/29/2024

Lab 9 took the MS3 class to new heights! While individually and collectively getting to the top of the Edge Course, the MS3’s faced their fears and accomplished the task!!

By the way did we mention some MS3’s went up blindfolded?!? That’s right by testing out their communication and ability to adapt, some MS3’s took to the ropes and climbed the tower completely blind while those on the ground gave advice and instructions to get to the top!!

10/29/2024

This past Sunday, four of our very own Patriot Battalion cadets became brand new 2nd Lieutenants!!

Congratulations to Cadets Sanzo, Ragbeer, Martinez, and Santos on your first step into the U.S. Army!! We cannot wait to see all you accomplish!!

Patriots Lead the Way!

10/29/2024

Eight from our very own Patriot Battalion competed in the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge (GAFPB)!! Cadets conducted various sports exercises, first aid exam, CBRN equipment training, pistol marksmanship, rucks, and the swim!

Congratulations to the following Cadets for getting the Silver Badge:
Rigdon
Holt
Videla
Wallace
Hillman
Shinberg
Torres

While a congratulations goes out to Cadet Kummerfeldt for earning the Gold Badge!

Keep up the good work patriots!!

10/15/2024

Last Week the Patriot Battalion conducted the Fall ACFT. This assessment is used to determine the physical readiness of all soldiers. This ACFT, cadet’s gave it their all and really showed out!!! Here are the top ACFT scores for both Male and Female in each MS Level. Congratulations Patriots!!!

Keep up the good work Patriot Battalion!

TOP ACFT SCORES
MS LEVEL MALE FEMALE
MS I Reynolds, K. 568 Ventura 516
MS II Mahler 576 Blue 585
MS III Francis 589 Pitts 568
MS IV Harrington 600 Riehl 576

10/15/2024

On Monday, the Patriot Battalion MS Ils attended the AUSA Convention and ROTC Luncheon in Washington DC.

The luncheon recognized sustained excellence in ROTC and the convention showcased new and concept equipment our cadets are likely to see in the future!!

A few lucky cadets even got the opportunity to test out taser guns and VR simulations!!!Looking good Patriots!

10/14/2024

Yesterday some cadets of the Patriot Battalion ran the 40th Annual Army Ten-Miler in Washington D.C. !!!

For some cadets, this was their first ever ten miler run! For others it was their 2nd, 3rd, or even 4th time running the race!!

What an amazing event with over 28 thousand participants, alongside many ROTC battalions across the nation!!! Way to go Patriot Battalion!

PATRIOTS LEAD THE WAY!

10/09/2024

This past Friday the Patriot Battalion conducted their annual Mogadishu Mile in honor of the intestinal fortitude and physical strength displayed by US Army Rangers and Special Operations Soldiers who participated in Operation Gothic Serpent in Somalia in 1993.

10/08/2024

This past Friday in Washington DC, some of our MS3’s went on a 3.5 mile run around the National Mall. Finishing out the run to take some awesome pictures at the monuments!!

Go Patriots!!! And for all the MS3’s who attended keep up the good work!!

10/08/2024

“Battle Buddy cover me while I move!!”

Lab 6 consisted of MS 1/2s conducting FOOM and IMT’s !! While the MS3’s conducted a tactical ATTACK lane to further improve their tactical knowledge.

10/03/2024

The GMU Men’s Basketball Team endured a grueling 48 hours of teamwork, dedication, and a whole lot of turf.

With the help of GMU Army ROTC, the men’s basketball team started with a cognitive test, then worked together through multiple different exercises, working together as a team to get their assigned tasks done.

We would like to thank for the opportunity and we wish good luck to both the men’s and women’s basketball team on their upcoming season

10/02/2024

Welcome to the first ever !! We’re starting off this new segment with Cadet Foote!

Cadet Foote is from Springfield, Virginia and is a Masters Student at GMU; studying Geographic and Cartographic Sciences

Cadet Foote has been apart of the Patriot Battalion for two years and is apart of the Ranger Challenge Team! Foote plans on going into the National Guard hoping to branch Military Intelligence!!

This past summer Cadet Foote was selected to attend Air Assault school at Fort Campbell, Kentucky; he was apart of 5th Regiment at Advanced Camp

Words of Advice from Cadet Foote: “Everyone should take the opportunity to try out for an Air Assault slot, because I learned more about myself there than I have during typical ROTC training. I wasn’t sure I wanted to go at first, especially after camp, but now I wouldn’t have traded it for the world!”

09/29/2024

The Patriot Battalion is busy busy busy!! This past Lab 5 consisted of MS1/2s conducting TCCC medical stations.

While the MS3’s underwent a tactical AMBUSH lane, and to finish out Lab RC conducted rope bridges and swiss seats to help for the RC Competition!!!

09/23/2024

FTX DAY 4 RECAP: MS1/2’s completed the round robin training involving weapons familiarization, radio communications and medical stations! The MS3’s completed a tactical lane to finish out the FTX weekend.

To end out the weekend the battalion ended with an MS class recognition, and final comments from the PMS! Thank you to the cadre and cadets for making it one eventful FTX to remember!

09/18/2024

Do you know what’s cooler than contracting with the U.S. Army? Contracting 60 feet in the air on top of the rappel tower!!

Join us in congratulating Cadets Gunklach, Marquez-Perez, Blue, Flaherty, and Valenzuela on contracting!!

09/18/2024

FTX DAY THREE (pt.2): After completing the obstacle course the MS1/2’s faced their fears and took to new heights with the Rappel Tower.

Cadets completed both on the wall rappel and free rappel while Cadets Fromm and Harrington conducted an Aussie Rappel!

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GMU Army ROTC Spring 2024 Commissioning Ceremony

Patriot Games are back in action! Alpha Company wins in the last stretch creating a 1-1 tie for the Spring 2023 games. Patriots lead the way! U.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC) 4th Brigade Army ROTC

Today the Patriot Battalion began our progressive Ruck Marches of the Spring 2022 Semester! The goal of this physical training is to get cadets used to moving long distances while carrying a load on their backs. We aim to build cadets' physical strength and endurance through this training and prepare them to complete the 12 Mile Ruck March at Advanced Camp and Air Assault School this summer. U.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC)4th Brigade Army ROTC