Campus Conversations connect you with the people, programs and initiatives shaping CMU today through engaging virtual presentations featuring university experts, alumni and special guests. During this Campus Conversation, learn how CMU’s Army ROTC program develops future Army officers and cultivates the leadership, character, and sense of responsibility that extends beyond military service. The discussion will explore how the program supports the university’s mission of developing educated, ethical, and engaged leaders, guided by the enduring values of duty, honor, country, service and lifelong leadership. When: Thursday, November 12, 2026
12 p.m. | Presentation begins Where: Online via Zoom Topics include: - Developing Leaders of Character: Central Michigan University’s Army ROTC program develops young leaders who are prepared to lead with character, competence, confidence and a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Duty, Honor, and Country: The Military Science and Leadership program reinforces the values of selfless service, integrity, accountability, and commitment to something larger than oneself—principles that serve our students both in uniform and throughout their lives.
- Leadership Through Experience: Cadets develop leadership skills through a combination of academic instruction, physical training, hands-on leadership laboratories, field training and progressively increasing levels of responsibility.
- Service Beyond the Military: While Army ROTC prepares Cadets to commission as Army officers, our broader goal is to develop lifelong leaders who remain committed to serving their communities, organizations, university and nation.
- A Part of the CMU Community: The Chippewa Battalion provides CMU students with opportunities to challenge themselves, build strong teams, serve the campus and local community and represent Central Michigan University as future Army leaders.
- Building the Next Generation: The Military Science and Leadership program challenges students to think critically, make ethical decisions, lead diverse teams and accept responsibility for both their decisions and the people they lead.
Presented by: LTC Robert Churchill, Professor of Military Science, Central Michigan University Army ROTC – Chippewa Battalion *This event is complimentary; a Zoom link will be emailed prior to the event. Unable to attend in real-time? Complete the registration and a recording will be sent to you. For questions, please contact Krista Holtgreive at holtg1ks@cmich.edu or by calling (989) 774-6607. |