UNC-Chapel Hill Naval ROTC

09/30/2026

Last week, the UNC NROTC Battalion had the privilege of welcoming Rear Admiral Pottenburgh as to our Lab.

Rear Admiral Pottenburgh shared valuable insight from his experiences throughout his naval career, speaking on leadership, service, and the responsibilities that come with becoming an officer. His perspective as Commander, Naval Service Training Command (NSTC) gave our Midshipmen the opportunity to learn about ROTC as a whole directly from senior Navy leadership.

We are incredibly grateful to Rear Admiral Pottenburgh for taking the time to speak with our Battalion and share his experiences and advice.

Naval Reserve Officers’ Training Corps

09/23/2026

SERVICE ASSIGNMENT! ⚓️🎉

A major milestone for our Senior Midshipmen! Our 1/C Midshipmen recently completed Navy Service Selection, the important step toward their careers as officers in the United States Navy. 🇺🇸

After years of training, academics, leadership, and dedication to the Battalion, these Midshipmen received their Service Assignments and now know where they will begin their careers in the Fleet. Midshipmen Rodriguez and Metzloff in Surface Warfare, Midshipman Imperato in Submarines, and Midshipmen Guerra and Combs in Naval Aviation.

We are incredibly proud of everything our seniors have accomplished and look forward to watching them serve in the Fleet. ⚓️🐏

Congratulations to our 1/C Midshipmen on this well-earned achievement!

09/14/2026

Lab Log 9/3 & 9/10! ⚓️🎯🏆

On September 3, the UNC NROTC BN welcomed UNC PD for briefs on safety around campus as well as safety with weapons. The Battalion also congratulated MIDN 2/C Hutchinson on Midshipman of the Month for his outstanding work running NSO this year.

On September 10, the Battalion traveled to Triangle Shooting Academy for our annual shooting lab.

Thank you to UNC PD and Triangle Shooting Academy for helping us these last few weeks.

09/11/2026

Today, the UNC NROTC Battalion came together for our annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

With every step, we remember the firefighters, police officers, service members, and civilians whose courage and sacrifice continue to inspire us. We will never forget the lives lost, the families affected, and the bravery shown that day.

We climb so that we never forget.

09/02/2026

The Team Wall 💪⚓️

At lab last week, UNC NROTC took on the 20-foot Team Wall, an obstacle that requires every member of the battalion to make it over.

The wall is more than a physical challenge. It tests our ability to communicate, lead, trust one another, and work toward a shared goal. This exercise requires planning and problem-solving, and the ability to adapt and execute together. Throughout the challenge, the 4/C Midshipmen step into different leadership roles, learning when to take charge, when to listen, and how to use the strengths of the people around them.

UNC Campus Recreation

08/21/2026

Congratulations to the 4/C for their completion of New Student Orientation last week!

NSO is a process in which the fourth class are onboarded into the Battalion, and given an introduction to life at UNC. They become familiar with unit standards and what it is like to push themselves mentally, morally, and physically.

Throughout the week, they are given standards briefs, they begin their work on PQS
qualification, and get closer as a class. The week concludes with a training day at Camp Butner where all of the 4/C ruck 4 miles, complete the O-course, and do Leadership Reaction Courses (LRCs). This training is designed to test physical endurance, mental resilience, and foster teamwork amona the future leaders of the BN.

Great job 4/C! We are excited to see what you accomplish in the Battalion! ⚓️🐏

08/19/2026

Happy first week of classes from the UNC NROTC Battalion! 📚📝⚓️

On the First Day of Class, the Battalion held a run PT ending at the Old Well. It is a campus tradition where students line up on the first day of classes to drink from the Well for good luck and a 4.0 GPA.

07/20/2026

📍Fleet Week New York

This summer, MIDN 1/C Rodriguez embarked aboard USS Kearsarge (LHD-3) during Fleet Week New York.

Fleet Week is an annual celebration that connects the public with the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard through ship tours, community events, and demonstrations. This year’s Fleet Week partnered with Sail250. It was the largest international maritime and naval gathering in U.S. history, celebrating America’s 250th birthday in 2026.

While in New York, USS Kearsarge hosted admirals from every NATO nation. The piers featured over 70 allied vessels and 30 international tall ships. Slide 4, is MIDN Rodriguez with the Australian Chief of Navy.

Ashore, Midshipmen explored some of the city’s most iconic museums, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the American Museum of Natural History. Meeting visitors from around the world, taking photos with international tourists, and enjoying New York pizza made the trip especially memorable.

Experiences like Fleet Week provide Midshipmen with unique opportunities to engage with allies, connect with the public, and gain firsthand exposure to the Navy’s mission.

⚓️⛵️🌊🗽

07/15/2026

Summer Cruise Check-In!

MIDN 3/C Kyler and Emehel are currently on CORTRAMID. This is a 3/C cruise that shows Midshipmen a look into each community.

Their first week, they embarked on Marine Week at Camp Lejeune. They experienced regular PT, MOS mixers with Junior Officers, a range day, and an overall introduction to the USMC.

Their second week was Surface Warfare week out of Norfolk, VA. They experienced ship tour opportunities, simulation exercises, weapons training, and an underway!

Along with all the training and experience they were also able to explore Virginia Beach and Camp Lejeune. Such a cool opportunity to experience every aspect of each community and meet experienced officers and sailors.

06/07/2026