The Bear Battalion, Missouri State Army ROTC

The Bear Battalion, Missouri State Army ROTC

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The Battalion is hosted by Missouri State University, where it was founded in 1952 as the Department of Military Science and Leadership.

The Bear Battalion ROTC is comprised of Cadets from Missouri State University, Evangel, Southwest Baptist University, Drury and Ozarks Technical Community College. The Missouri State University Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Bear Battalion is the foremost leadership development program in the Ozarks and Southern Missouri. We live the Army Values:
Loyalty
Duty
Respect
Selfless Service
Hono

06/12/2026

Congratulations to Cadet Lange on successfully completing the prestigious Army Air Assault School! This achievement reflects exceptional discipline, physical toughness, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence.

We’re proud to see Cadet Lange representing the with professionalism and determination. The Air Assault Badge is earned—not given—and stands as a testament to hard work and perseverance.

Keep leading from the front and setting the standard. Well done!

Photos from The Bear Battalion, Missouri State Army ROTC's post 04/30/2026

Senior Spotlight: ✨Mackenzie Wilson✨

Major:
Psychology

Free time:
I like to read and hammock in my free time

Fun fact:
I lived in Japan between the ages of 5 and 6

Favorite memory:
The road trip up to Fort Leavenworth, Kansas for the staff ride. We were goofin off the whole drive, it was the best.

Miss most:
Thee tight bond I have with my seniors

Advice to cadets:
1. It is imperative that you stay resilient, even when times get hard and it seems easier to quit.
2. Pull the good from the bad
3. Live for today, because tomorrow is not promised.
4. Roll with the punches.

04/28/2026

Photos from The Bear Battalion, Missouri State Army ROTC's post 04/23/2026

⚜️Almost LT⚜️

Photos from The Bear Battalion, Missouri State Army ROTC's post 04/21/2026

✨Senior Spotlight: David Held✨

Major:
Psychology

Free time:
Work out and read

Fun fact:
I’ve ran for 8 hours straight

Favorite memory:
Zucchini NDing at our first JFTX

Miss most:
Hanging out on Saturdays with Buffum and Alec

Advice to cadets:
Stay focused on school and relax it’s only 4 years

04/18/2026

Closing out the year with a few final color guards 🇺🇸

Outstanding job by the cadets tonight—professional, sharp, and proud to represent. Big shoutout to for her support at the tournament 🎣 here

Photos from The Bear Battalion, Missouri State Army ROTC's post 04/07/2026

✨Senior Spotlight: Alec Hernandez✨

Major:
IT/Cybersecurity

Branch:
Cyber

Free time:
Cars, motorcycles, video games.

Fun fact:
I have a bearded dragon

Favorite memory:
Hanging out with the 4s during the staff ride.

Miss most:
I’ll miss the people here

Advice to cadets:
Everyone’s perspective is valuable. You should always be looking to expand your view from yourself to others.

Photos from The Bear Battalion, Missouri State Army ROTC's post 04/02/2026

Enjoy your Easter weekend bears!🐣

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