Cadet Summer Training from an Officer’s Perspective

Upon my graduation from college and commissioning as a 2LT in the United States Army, I was offered a three-month internship in FT Knox, Kentucky before I headed off to my Basic Officer Leadership Course (BOLC). This internship allowed freshly commissioned Officers to build their leadership skills and teaching abilities as an officer interacting with […]

The FTX Experience

Albert Einstein once said that the only source of knowledge is experience.  During my time at Ft. McCoy for the Battalion Field Training eXercise(FTX), I gained plenty of both through my squad members, hands-on projects, and various challenges presented to me. As a brand new MS1, I have very little experience with being a Soldier, […]

Ethics and Leadership

By Emilee Hansel Attending the National Conference on Ethics in America at West Point gave me the opportunity to interact with individuals from across the United States and discuss tough issues. The conference was well planned, and we enjoyed listening to a variety of speakers. Both civilians and military students sat at each table. This arrangement allowed for […]

Maranatha Hosts ROTC Commissioning

By Maranatha A smaller crowd gathered to watch five MBU ROTC cadets commissioned into the United States Army as 2nd Lieutenant. ROTC Cadets Commissioned as 2nd Lieutenants Bryan Crane, Infantry, Active Army Jared Eitel, Infantry, Army National Guard Cody Gorski, Medical Services, Army National Guard Jeffrey Rupp, Engineer, Army, Reserves Sean Sutton, Ordnance, Active Army […]

Student Achievement Award Alumnus Combines the Army, Law, and Ministry

By Maranatha Outstanding Student Achievement Award Each year the School of Business faculty select one student to receive the Outstanding Student Achievement Award at commencement. The certificate reads, “[This award] offers distinctive recognition of an exceptional Business graduating senior at Maranatha Baptist University. The recipient has exhibited excellence in academic and spiritual leadership and holds great […]