ROTC - U.S. Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps Program
Purpose
ROTC is offered in collaboration between Ball State University and Taylor University for those who sense a calling to serve our country in the military. The Department of Military Science offers qualified undergraduate and graduate students an opportunity to obtain a commission as a second lieutenant in the United States Army and to serve with the Active Army, Army National Guard or Army Reserves. Additionally, Military Science offers immersive learning experiences focused on preparing future leaders for the United States Army and managers for the corporate environment. Subjects offered in this program include the study of current military leadership, doctrine, rappelling, marksmanship, counseling, problem solving, managing resources, military history, and public speaking. All IWU students interested in studying military leadership may enroll in 100-level and 200-level classes without any obligation to enroll in the ROTC program.
Requirements (22 credits)
Required Courses
| MSC-101 | Introduction to Military Science | 1 |
| MSC-102 | Introduction to Leadership | 1 |
| MSC-201 | Leadership/Military Tactics | 2 |
| MSC-202 | Leadership/Team Development | 2 |
| MSC-301 | Military Leadership and Operations 1 | 3 |
| MSC-302 | Military Leadership and Operations 2 | 3 |
| MSC-401 | Leadership Challenges and Goal Setting | 3 |
| MSC-402 | Transition to Lieutenant | 3 |
| MSC-499 | Independent Study in Military Science | 1 to 3 |
The 100-level class meets once a week for one hour. The 200-level class meets once a week for two hours. The 300-level class meets twice per week for 1.5 hours per session. The 400-level class meets once per week for two hours. Classes are delivered as classroom lecture, facilitated discussions, multi-media presentations, and individual and group projects. The attached leadership lab for each MSC class section involves all ROTC Cadets and student enrolled in class, and applies concepts learned in the classroom to a tactical, field environment with hands-on leadership training scenarios.
