First, you'll learn about the history, structure, and functions of the Army. Then, you'll learn how to think and act like a leader. Role-playing and management exercises will teach you how to organize tasks, make decisions, and use time efficiently. Leadership labs involve military skills training, physical training and adventure activities such as rappelling, orienteering and marksmanship. The labs meet every Thursday.
Seniors plan the labs and juniors lead and execute the labs.
Army ROTC field training will teach you how to set goals and achieve them. You'll participate in hands-on exercises such as land navigation and platoon tactics. During these exercises, you'll develop judgement and decisiveness, while directing and earning the respect of others under a range of challenging conditions. The Army ROTC program at Vanderbilt is designed to challenge you both mentally and physically, preparing you for lifelong fitness in any career. You can look forward to activities which will help build your coordination, stamina, and physical strength.