Gannon University

MICHAEL WRIGHT, Chairperson

FACULTY: Professor: Major Michael Wright. Assistant Professors: Lieutenant Colonel Ronald Swift, Major Michael Dunlavey. Instructors: Master Sergeant Ryan Pschigoda, Master Sergeant William Clark.

General Information:
The Military Science Program is open to both male and female students who desire to earn a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army, Army Reserve or Army National Guard upon graduation. Freshman and sophomores incur NO OBLIGATION to the U.S. Army by enrolling in the ROTC Program. Additionally, military science courses are free of charge to all full-time students (minimum of 12 credits, excluding military science courses) and earn academic credits which may be applied towards graduation requirements.

Aims and Objectives:
The primary purpose of the Department of Military Science is to develop college men and women to become the future leadership of the United States Army and to make better citizens. Students enrolled in the ROTC Program receive instruction in the fundamentals of leadership with emphasis on self-discipline, integrity, confidence, and responsibility. This enables the student to evaluate situations, make decisions, and develop those attributes considered essential to a leader in either the civilian or military community.

Program of Instruction:
The Department of Military Science offers both a four-year and two-year program of instruction. Students begin the Military Science program during their freshman year, but may enter as late as their junior year.

• Four-Year Program. This program consists of the Basic Course (freshman and sophomore years) and the Advanced Course (junior and senior years). During the Basic Course, students must complete four courses (two credit hours each). These courses are designed to provide a general knowledge of the U.S. Army (to include career opportunities), to develop selected leadership traits such as poise and self-confidence, and to teach basic military skills. Completion of the Basic Course is required for entry into the Advanced Course. During the Advanced Course phase, students qualify for a U.S. Army commission, by completing 2 three credit hour military science courses, 2 two credit hour courses, and attending the Leadership Development & Assessment Course between their junior and senior academic years at Fort Lewis, Washington. Students in the Advance Course are entitled to receive a non-taxable subsistence allowance of $350.00 per month during the school year.

• Two-Year Program. The Two-Year Program enables students who did not enroll in the Basic Course to become eligible for entry into the Advanced Course through one of three methods: (1) Armed Forces Veterans and Junior ROTC graduates may qualify for immediate entry into the Advanced Course. (2) Students may elect to attend the Leaders Training Course (a five week program completed during the summer at Fort Knox, KY). (3) Students who have attended Basic Training as members of an Army Reserve or National Guard unit.

• Professional Military Education. Whether the student chooses the four-year or two-year program, at least one semester of three additional courses is required to receive a U.S. Army commission: (1) written communication, (2) military history, and (3) computer literacy. These courses can be taken in conjunction with the student's degree requirements.

Financial Assistance

ROTC merit based scholarships that pay full tuition and fees, $900 annual book fees, plus up to $300-$500 per month non-taxable subsistence allowance for ten months each school year are available. Freshman and sophomore students do not need to be enrolled in the ROTC program to compete for these scholarships. Scholarships are available on a competitive basis.

Advancing freshman and sophomores may compete for three and two year scholarships respectively, regardless of whether they are currently enrolled in ROTC. All Advance Course students receive a non-taxable subsistence allowance of up to $400.00 per month during the school year.

Military Science Student Activities

Military Science students are encouraged to participate in college and civic activities. Military Science students are afforded the opportunity to visit selected government facilities (military bases, federal law enforcement facilities, and medical facilities). The Ranger Challenge Team is one of the most challenging activities offered through the Military Science Department and is considered a varsity sport at Gannon. This 10 person team competes in various activities to include a 10 kilometer ruck march, the one-rope-bridge, hand-grenade assault course, physical fitness test, orienteering competition, M-16 rifle competition, and weapon assembly and disassembly. The color guard is a student run organization that presents the nation and state colors in uniform at freshman commencement, graduations, sporting events, and other special functions.
  

A suggested Military Science Curriculum

Leadership Lab should be taken each semester. 1 credit each semester.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:

MLTS 101: Fundamental Concepts of Leadership
This is an introductory course to the military profession. The student becomes acquainted with the roles played by the ROTC program, the active Army, the U.S. Army Reserve and the U.S. Army National Guard, in providing for the national defense. The student is introduced to some of the technical skills, management tools and leadership skills used by the U.S. Army.
Corequisite: MLTS 103
2 credits, Fall

MLTS 102: Basic Leadership
This is an introduction to the principles of leadership; developing a personal leadership style, writing and speaking skills. The student will enhance the skills learned in the introductory course by presenting classroom instructions and participating in role playing exercises.
Corequisite: MLTS 104
2 credits, Spring

MLTS 103 & MLTS 104: Leadership Labs — MS I
Courses supplement instruction in MLTS 101 and MLTS 102. Students participate as a member of a team analyzing leadership styles and practices in a variety of situations.
Corequisite for MLTS 103: MLTS 101
Corequisite for MLTS 104: MLTS 102
1 credit, Fall, Spring

MLTS 201: Advanced Leadership
The student will become familiar with the different management tools, technical skills and leadership skills necessary to lead individuals and groups in various situations. The student will learn communications and goal-setting in small organizations; effective writing and public speaking; performance and evaluation as the leader of a five member team required to accomplish tasks in a practical setting. The student will gain this knowledge through classroom instruction and leadership laboratories.
Prerequisites: MLTS 101, 102, 103, 104
Corequisite: MLTS 203
2 credits, Fall

MLTS 202: Leadership and Teamwork
The student will apply the skills and tools learned during the MLTS 201 course. This will be accomplished through analyzing missions to determine specified and implied tasks; organizing and conducting briefings; preparing a concise written directive detailing how a team will accomplish its tasks; performance and evaluation as the leader of a ten-member team required to accomplish tasks in a practical setting. The student will gain this knowledge through classroom instruction and leadership laboratories.
Prerequisites: MLTS 201
Corequisite: MLTS 204
2 credits, Spring

MLTS 203 & MLTS 204: Leadership Labs – MSII
Courses supplement instruction in MLTS 201 and MLTS 202. Students will apply the leadership and management skills learned during classroom instruction in order to develop individual competence and confidence in their own leadership abilities.
Corequisite for MLTS 203: MLTS 201
Corequisite for MLTS 204: MLTS 202
1 credit, Fall, Spring

MLTS 205: Leaders Training Course
This is a five-week summer leadership course at Fort Knox, Kentucky sponsored by Cadet Command. The course is designed to compress students who have previously taken the required ROTC courses during their freshman and sophomore years and who wish to contract with the ROTC program the start of their junior year. The course focuses on basic soldier skills to include obstacle course, water survival, M-16 rifle marksmanship, squad tactics, and leadership evaluations. Students attending this course must be academically aligned as a junior the start of the fall semester after camp. Students are encouraged to visit the ROTC Department prior to signing up for the course.
3-6 credits, Summer

Advanced Course
Entrance into advanced course required by completion of the following: 1) Army ROTC Basic Course, 2) Basic Training, 3) MLTS 205.

MLTS 301: Small Unit Leadership
The student develops the technical expertise, management tools and leadership skills necessary to lead individuals and groups in varied situations and environments. Using classroom instruction, leadership laboratories, and field training exercises the student will plan, prepare, and execute orders and operations. The student will be prepared to complete any and all assigned tasks or missions.
Prerequisite: MLTS 201, 202 or 205
Corequisite: MLTS 303
3 credits, Fall,

MLTS 302: Leadership and Ethics
The student further develops the technical expertise, management tools and leadership skills necessary to lead individuals and groups in varied situations and environments. Using classroom instruction, leadership laboratories, and field training exercises the student will plan, prepare, and execute orders and operations. The student will be prepared to complete any and all assigned tasks or missions. Successful completion of MLTS 301 and MLTS 302 qualifies the cadet to attend Advanced Camp at Fort Lewis, Washington.
Prerequisite: MLTS 301
Corequisite: MLTS 304
2 credits, Spring

MLTS 303 & MLTS 304: Leadership Labs – MS III
The student implements the plans and orders that were created as part of Advanced Leadership Management I & II. The student will be evaluated on how he or she handles the changing situations, personalities and environments encountered during the labs.
Corequisite for MLTS 303: 301
Corequisite for MLTS 203: 302
1 credit, Fall, Spring

MLTS 401: Leadership, Management and Ethics
The discussion and examination of military and corporate training, the preparation of training, and the historical foundations of conducting training. The course will address leadership ethics and develop effective counseling techniques. Studies will additionally emphasize the development of oral and written communication.
Prerequisite: MLTS 301, 302, 303, 304
Corequisite: MLTS 403
2 credits, Fall

MLTS 402: Officership
A twice weekly, one hour seminar to promote and facilitate the transition of senior cadets to Army lieutenant upon graduation. Students participate in a 36 hour leadership practicum. The seminar introduces for discussion the Army’s management systems and the military’s legal system. The seminar will then proceed to the measurement and assessment of leadership performance.
Prerequisite: MLTS 401
Corequisite: MLTS 404
2 credits, Spring

MLTS 403 & MLTS 404: Leadership Labs – MS IV
Cadets plan and execute special training activities throughout the academic year. These courses are taken concurrently with MLTS 401 and 402.
Prerequisites: Enrollment in MLTS 401 and 402
1 credit, Fall, Spring

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