Harding University Army ROTC

05/04/2026

Through Harding ROTC and the Arkansas Army National Guard with the SMP program and minuteman scholarship. Cadets have the opportunity to graduate debt-free or with significantly reduced educational costs while developing the leadership, discipline, and tactical proficiency required to commission as Army officers. This program produces leaders ready to serve and succeed downrange and beyond.

Want to follow a path similar to 2LT Eagleman? Contact Harding ROTC today!

Minuteman Monday! Second Lt. Alaina Eagleman is a 70B, health services administration officer, assigned to the 142nd Field Artillery Brigade. She contracted as an ROTC cadet at Harding University ROTC. She was awarded a three-year Minuteman Scholarship that cover her tuition and provided two monthly stipends.

“These benefits allowed me to focus exclusively on my academic responsibilities, resulting in the successful completion of a bachelor of science in nursing degree,” she said. “Upon graduation, I had no college debt and was able to direct my financial resources toward other aspects of my life, an opportunity that would not have been possible without the support and benefits provided by the Army.”

She credits basic training and four years of RTOC with providing her insight into her personal strengths and leadership capabilities. “Through this experience, I developed discipline, determination, and resilience, and gained formal training in effective leadership,” she said. “These qualities have also significantly benefited me in civilian life and throughout my medical career.”

04/21/2026

Harding ROTC’s Color Guard had the honor of supporting Harding Academy for their Baseball and Softball team’s Salute to Service night , recognizing all military branches and local first responders across White County and the state of Arkansas.

Cadets proudly presented the colors for the National Anthem during both games, demonstrating professionalism and respect for those who serve.

04/17/2026

🦬Hard work on display at Harding ROTC! 🦬

Cadets preparing to attend Cadet Summer Training (CST) recently trained and refined their marksmanship skills by conducting Individual Weapons Qualification (IWQ) with the M4 carbine utilizing iron sights.

They also participated in the Arkansas State Field Training Exercise (FTX) at Camp Joseph T. Robinson, where cadets across the state completed day and night land navigation, platoon STX lanes, and a challenging 6-mile road march.

Over the course of the academic year, these cadets have consistently developed and sharpened their skills and they are ready to execute at CST 2026.

Hats off to these hardworking cadets!

If you believe you meet the standard of these future Army leaders, contact Harding ROTC today.

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03/17/2026

Bravo Company, RWBN’s 8th Annual Military Ball was a truly memorable evening that reflected the very best of our program.

While the Cadets at Harding enjoy hard work and challenging training. Nights like this remind us that those challenges are balanced with strong camaraderie, meaningful traditions, and unforgettable experiences.

We are sincerely grateful to everyone who joined us. Our dedicated cadets, proud alumni, and distinguished guests. A special thank you to the faculty and staff of Harding University for your continued support and presence, which plays a vital role in our success.

We would also like to extend our appreciation to our guest speaker, 2-153 IN’s very own Commander: LTC James Lehner, for your impactful words and leadership that continue to inspire these Cadets in our program.

Events like this reinforce the bonds we build, the standards we uphold, espirit de corps and the pride we carry as members of Bravo Company RWBN.

03/17/2026

Bravo Company, RWBN’s 8th Annual Military Ball was a truly memorable evening that reflected the very best of our program.

While the Cadets at Harding enjoy hard work and challenging training. Nights like this remind us that those challenges are balanced with strong camaraderie, meaningful traditions, and unforgettable experiences.

We are sincerely grateful to everyone who joined us. Our dedicated cadets, proud alumni, and distinguished guests. A special thank you to the faculty and staff of Harding University for your continued support and presence, which plays a vital role in our success.

We would also like to extend our appreciation to our guest speaker, 2-153 IN’s very own Commander: LTC James Lehner, for your impactful words and leadership that continue to inspire these Cadets in our program.

Events like this reinforce the bonds we build, the standards we uphold, espirit de corps and the pride we carry as members of Bravo Company RWBN.



5th Brigade Army ROTC
A-State ROTC
2-153 Infantry Battalion
Harding University

03/16/2026

🦅MONDAY PT 🦅

Cadets DOMINATED a challenging circuit consisting of

800 meter run
50 dead stop pushups
50 meter Kettle Bell Carry
50 meter IMT
50 meter sled drag
800 meter run
15 pull-ups

It was cold and it was windy. But it doesn’t matter. You still have to show up and get better every day. Very few people will wake up and put this amount of work in this early in the day, without making excuses and taking the easy route. Harding ROTC strives for excellence no matter what obstacle is in front of us.

Looking for an organization to make yourself better everyday? See if you’ve got what it takes at Harding ROTC

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02/27/2026

The Cadets were honored to present the Colors at tonight’s basketball game at Harding University.

Color Guard Detail:

Lead Rifle: CDT Moore
U.S. Flag & Color Guard Commander: CDT Burchfield
Arkansas Flag: CDT Yokley
Trail Rifle: CDT Morgan

From first movement to final post, the team executed with discipline and professionalism.

It is always an honor to present the flag of our country for these events and special nights.

It is always an honor to partner with the other OUTSTANDING organizations, teams and clubs around Harding University for mutual support of our services and events. Especially when we witness the girls basketball team secure the GAC regular season championship 🤝💪

Best of luck to the men’s team tonight!

02/20/2026

💥Movement to Contact💥

Harding ROTC conducted a Movement to Contact this week. And it was exactly what training is supposed to be.

Nothing scripted. Nothing handed to us.

The Cadets hit adversity and friction early. But it doesn’t matter, they said “Good.” Cadet leaders put their heads down and went to work.

Adapting, not freezing under pressure. That is what matters. Leaders worked at every level.

But here’s what matters:

The Cadets are turning into professionals with the right amount of Disciplined initiative before we are midway through the semester. They are learning their lessons and not forgetting them. They apply and adapt to the next training event.

Professional.
Tactical.
Leaders.

If you want calm and comfortable, look somewhere else.

If you want to be transformed , Harding Army ROTC is where you start.

02/13/2026

09/26/2025

HU ROTC Movement to Contact, Tactical Lab.