Confidence. Discipline. Teamwork. Victory. OSU NROTC hosted the second annual Army/Navy Flag Football Game on Dec. 4, 2011. The Navy won with a solid lead.
The Beaver Battalion hosted their annual Birthday Ball, which means a night of dinner, drinks, dancing, and fun for students, staff, and honored guests. The formal event, which took place November 12th, encourages good social etiquette practices for the prospective officers and also gives an introduction to the proceedings for formal military occasions. The keynote address was given by one of our own staff members, Commander Mark Volpe, who holds the Executive Officer position of the OSU NROTC Unit. He spoke to emphasize the importance of attitude in our daily lives, and advised never missing the opportunity to learn, laugh, or love. Commander Volpe will be retiring from the Navy in a few shorts months, and the Beaver Battalion will be sorely missing his presence.
After the formalities of the evening were addressed, the lights dimmed and the music commenced in order to sway the attention to the social dance floor. Several students took part in either the dancing or the karaoke before the evening drew to an end. Occasions such as these often produce the best memories, especially when made in the company of excellent friends.
New Student Orientation (NSO) provides incoming NROTC students a few of the basic but essential skills necessary to excel as a student in the program. Candidates participate in physical training sessions, close order drill practice, and classroom-style and informal classes teaching several aspects of military and student life. Though teamwork is one of the most central aspects of the training, qualities such as bearing, integrity, and responsibility are also instilled in the young members who will one day serve as the Navy and Marine Corps finest leaders.
Oregon State University NROTC commissioned an Officer Candidate and formally inaugurated him to the position of Ensign in the United States Navy following his graduation in Summer 2011. Prior to Ensign Hall’s commission he served the Secretary of the Navy, in Washington, D.C., and the Commander, U.S. SIXTH Fleet, In Gaeta, Italy. Ensign Hall will now report to the USS INGRAHAM (FFG-61) out of Everett, Washington. Transitioning from student to Naval Officer reveals an opportunity to lead some of the finest individuals in the armed services, and it is with great pride that the Beaver Battalion presents him to the fleet.
Oregon State University NROTC commissioned a Midshipman and formally inaugurated him to the position of Ensign in the United States Navy following his graduation in Summer 2011. He will serve the Aviation community after completing flight school in Pensacola, FL. Transitioning from student to Naval Officer reveals an opportunity to lead some of the finest individuals in the armed services, and it is with great pride that the Beaver Battalion presents him to the fleet.
