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06/04/2026

Four Teams— One Fight.

To wrap up the semester, KUNROTC battalion members conducted their semiannual culminating event: Fierce competition between crews to put their physical, academic, and creative synergy to the test. Crews competed head-to-head in challenges spanning across campus, ultimately to be to be taken home by Crew 4.

Congratulations to Crew 4 on their victory, Hooyah Battalion!

05/25/2026

On 18MAY2026 KUNROTC proudly commended their Spring 2026 Commissioning Class on their graduation of Midshipmen and Officer Candidates to Ensigns and 2nd Lieutenant of the US Navy and Marine Corps. Our new leaders took the oath of office and celebrated their honorable achievement alongside their friends, family, and fellow shipmates.

The Battalion proudly wishes the graduating seniors all the best to come in their upcoming Officer careers.

Fair winds & Following Seas Officers!

05/18/2026

To the friends and family who couldn't make it today!

Here is the QR code for the Spring 2026 Commissioning photos and videos.

Simply scan the QR code on any device, and it will take you to the Google Drive containing photos and videos captured throughout the ceremony. You are welcome to download any photos of your commissionee to help preserve this special moment!

If you experience any technical issues accessing the files, please send a message to this account for assistance.

05/14/2026

On May 7th, we completed our final PT, a motto run. This concludes one of our last battalion events this semester.

Today marked our CO’s final PT and our graduating seniors’ last event with the battalion. Thank you for the leadership, mentorship, and example you set for every midshipman in this unit. Everyone's impact will carry on long after graduation and commissioning.

Throughout the run, members of the battalion stepped up to lead cadence, showing the motivation, confidence, and teamwork that define KU NROTC.

Proud of everything this battalion accomplished this semester. Finish strong, enjoy summer training, and come back ready to raise the standard even higher.

05/11/2026

Congratulations to MIDN 4/C Pilsl on being named Midshipman of the Semester! This semester, Pilsl served as our APTI and made an immediate impact in the role. He consistently demonstrated strong leadership, maintained excellent grades, and proved himself physically through outstanding performance in PT. The Jayhawk Battalion is lucky to have him, and we look forward to seeing what he continues to bring to this unit.

Congratulations, MIDN Pilsl. Rock Chalk Jayhawk!

05/07/2026

Behind every ribbon and scholarship is countless early mornings, long days, and a whole lot of hard work.

On May 4th, the Jayhawk Battalion held its annual Awards Ceremony to recognize the dedication and excellence of our future Navy and Marine Corps officers. Midshipmen were honored with ribbons, scholarships, and monetary awards in front of their proud families and friends. Your hard work and commitment to this battalion do not go unnoticed. Congratulations to all our award recipients!

Rock Chalk Jayhawk!

05/06/2026

Join us in congratulating our very own 1stSgt La Rose! On May 1st, she pinned on her new rank — a milestone reflecting years of hard-earned experience, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to the mission.

Whether she's leading from the front or shaping the next generation of Navy and Marine Corps officers, 1stSgt La Rose embodies the accountability and excellence we strive for. We are proud to have her in our battalion!

Bravo Zulu and Semper Fi, First Sergeant!

05/01/2026

🏆 IRON WARHAWK 2026 RESULTS ARE IN:

After a week of competition across all service fitness test events, the results are official. Cadets and midshipmen pushed their limits and proved what ROTC is made of.

🎖️ Final Results:

1st — Messick (AROTC): 399.6
2nd — Pilsl (NROTC): 397.9
3rd — Gilman (AROTC): 396.6
4th — Amador (NROTC): 396.4
5th — Reboulet (AROTC): 396.0

Cadet Messick (AROTC) is your 2026 Iron Warhawk Champion, earning a $600 scholarship and a permanent place on the Iron Warhawk Trophy.

Midshipman Pilsl (NROTC) battles to second place, taking home a well-deserved $300 scholarship.

To every cadet and midshipman who competed, the heart you brought to this week did not go unnoticed. The grit, resilience, and competitive spirit shown this week are exactly what set our cadets and midshipmen apart.

Rock Chalk!!

04/23/2026

The Jayhawk Battalion was thrilled to welcome guest speaker CDR Turner for taking the time to speak with us during lab last week.

CDR Turner was the former Commanding Officer of VQ-4 and an NFO on the E-6B. He shared valuable insights on leadership, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing education, stepping outside your comfort zone, and continuously challenging yourself to grow both personally and professionally.

His experiences and perspective reinforced the standards expected of future Navy and Marine officers and the mindset required to lead effectively in complex environments.

We appreciate the time and mentorship provided to our battalion! Rock Chalk!

04/21/2026

Introducing Midshipman 3/C Wier, our Midshipman of the week.

From right down the road in Kansas City, he is majoring in Political science. Working hard as our Aviation club president, with his eyes on joining the aviation community as a pilot.

He spends his free time traveling, hitting the slopes on his snowboard, and spending quality time with friends and family.

Congratulations, MIDN 3/C Wier & Rock Chalk

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