Pershing Rifles D-1 UIUC

Semester’s over, but we’re already gearing up for the next! Get a sneak peek of our NEW COMPANY PR COMMANDER: Sam Rosenstein. Exciting things ahead! 🤩

Our Pershing Ri**es seniors are officially UIUC alumni! 💙🧡 Congratulations to the following seniors for all their hard work and dedication over the years. For the last and final time, let’s recognize our 2026 seniors:

Emma Podojil: Bachelor’s in Interdisciplinary Health Sciences
Joan Biyok: Bachelor’s in Interdisciplinary Health Sciences
Rachel Lee: Bachelor’s in Molecular & Cellular Biology
Lysette Valdez: Bachelor’s in Anthropology
Melissa Valle: Bachelor’s in Chemistry

Congratulations again to all!

Senior Send Off! 🎓🧡💙 With graduation just around the corner, we wanted to congratulate the Class of 2026 seniors: Emma Podojil, Lysette Valdez, Rachel Lee, Joan Biyok, and Melissa Valle.

On to our next Member Monday! This week, we’re highlighting First Sergeant Lysette Valdez. She’s the one who keeps the Pershing R***e team focused and ready for whatever comes our way. Her leadership helps us stay sharp and consistent. Take a moment to see what she brings to the team! ’25

GET HYPED!! This week’s Member Monday features Executive Officer Nikolas Harke, who joined in Fall ‘23 and brings nonstop energy and leadership to our team. He’s a key part of what keeps us moving forward. Don’t miss learning more about Nikolas and his role in PR!

Throwback to an amazing time at NATCON in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 🏝️and our Ice Skating Social! ⛸️❄️ **es

Hope everyone had an amazing spring break! We’re kicking off the week with Member Mondays, featuring our very own PR Commander Daniel Santiago. PR/CAPT Santiago joined us in Fall ’24 and has been an incredible part of Pershing Ri**es ever since. Get ready to learn more about our new commander and the exciting plans he has set for Pershing Ri**es!🌟💪