Awareness
5 September 2007
By ADM Clark
The first week in September marked quite a few momentous occasions in the Wildcat Battalion. On Wednesday, September 5th, the Freshman – Junior year Cadets in the Wildcat Battalion were able to wear their new Advanced Combat Uniforms (ACU) for the first time. Cadre and MSIV’s were on hand to assist the new Cadets and new students with proper/professional wear of the ACU. Wednesday also marked the first accountability formation run by the incoming MSIII class. The Wildcat Battalion appeared sharp and confident in Company formation on The University of Arizona Student Union Mall outside of the Henry Koffler Building.
The Wildcat Battalion had originally planned to conduct an Awards Ceremony on September 5th that day to recognize the many achievements from last semester and some over the summer; however, the Professor of Military Science (PMS), Lieutenant Colonel James J. Gallagher Jr., decided that the safety and well-being of the Cadets was a more immediate concern that need to be addressed. The Battalion invited Officer Andrew Valenzuela of the University Police Department to speak to the Battalion on preventing sexual harassment and protecting individuals, whether within in the ROTC program or through out their every day lives, from the harm involved in the many types of sexual harassment. Officer Valenzuela reinforced to the Cadets that the uniform they wear and the oaths they have taken, and will take in the future, hold them to a higher degree of professionalism and standard and conduct. He also explained that the Cadets enrolled in the ROTC program have exceptional influence over other students at the University, because of their leadership skills. At the close of the awareness training, Officer Valenzuela passed out pamphlets on Campus Safety, Office Safety and The Men against Violence Project.
Officer Valenzuela also spoke about the dangers of under-aged or binge drinking and keeping safe in social settings. Officer Valenzuela went over the responsibility that ROTC Cadets have to keep their friends and acquaintances safe from the harm that could be inflicted by irresponsible drinking habits. Attesting to these dangers were civilian friends of Cadet Kara Subach. Erica Solomon spoke about certain incidents on campus over the last semester which necessitated her personal action on the behalf of another. Her story illustrated the need for all people to be vigilant in social settings, not only for themselves, but for those around each of us. Jessica Frent also addressed other campus dangers and the need for personal awareness. Cadet Olivia Davidson, an MSII, explained that she received helpful information at the briefing. Cadet Davidson reports, “I think everyone needs to be more cautious of themselves and those around them. Everyone also needs to be able to give assistance to others if it becomes necessary.” At the close of the meeting, the PMS presented each of the guest speakers with a Wildcat Battalion Coin, a symbol of the Battalion’s appreciation for the service displayed by each of the guest speakers, and the Cadets left with a better awareness.
5 September 2007
By ADM Clark
The first week in September marked quite a few momentous occasions in the Wildcat Battalion. On Wednesday, September 5th, the Freshman – Junior year Cadets in the Wildcat Battalion were able to wear their new Advanced Combat Uniforms (ACU) for the first time. Cadre and MSIV’s were on hand to assist the new Cadets and new students with proper/professional wear of the ACU. Wednesday also marked the first accountability formation run by the incoming MSIII class. The Wildcat Battalion appeared sharp and confident in Company formation on The University of Arizona Student Union Mall outside of the Henry Koffler Building.
The Wildcat Battalion had originally planned to conduct an Awards Ceremony on September 5th that day to recognize the many achievements from last semester and some over the summer; however, the Professor of Military Science (PMS), Lieutenant Colonel James J. Gallagher Jr., decided that the safety and well-being of the Cadets was a more immediate concern that need to be addressed. The Battalion invited Officer Andrew Valenzuela of the University Police Department to speak to the Battalion on preventing sexual harassment and protecting individuals, whether within in the ROTC program or through out their every day lives, from the harm involved in the many types of sexual harassment. Officer Valenzuela reinforced to the Cadets that the uniform they wear and the oaths they have taken, and will take in the future, hold them to a higher degree of professionalism and standard and conduct. He also explained that the Cadets enrolled in the ROTC program have exceptional influence over other students at the University, because of their leadership skills. At the close of the awareness training, Officer Valenzuela passed out pamphlets on Campus Safety, Office Safety and The Men against Violence Project.
Officer Valenzuela also spoke about the dangers of under-aged or binge drinking and keeping safe in social settings. Officer Valenzuela went over the responsibility that ROTC Cadets have to keep their friends and acquaintances safe from the harm that could be inflicted by irresponsible drinking habits. Attesting to these dangers were civilian friends of Cadet Kara Subach. Erica Solomon spoke about certain incidents on campus over the last semester which necessitated her personal action on the behalf of another. Her story illustrated the need for all people to be vigilant in social settings, not only for themselves, but for those around each of us. Jessica Frent also addressed other campus dangers and the need for personal awareness. Cadet Olivia Davidson, an MSII, explained that she received helpful information at the briefing. Cadet Davidson reports, “I think everyone needs to be more cautious of themselves and those around them. Everyone also needs to be able to give assistance to others if it becomes necessary.” At the close of the meeting, the PMS presented each of the guest speakers with a Wildcat Battalion Coin, a symbol of the Battalion’s appreciation for the service displayed by each of the guest speakers, and the Cadets left with a better awareness.