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AFROTC Det 485 Visits MIT Lincoln Laboratory Facilities

JANUARY 23, 2026

Cadets from AFROTC Det 485 and across New England visited the Lincoln Laboratory's Lincoln Space Surveillance Complex to learn more about space situational awareness and radar from experts.

Nursing Major Honored for Aiding Students

JAN. 22, 2026

Bea Mikayla Faigal, a Rutgers nursing student and AFROTC cadet was awarded the Silver Valor Award for her quick thinking and medical expertise after providing critical aid to several students suffering from heat exhaustion.

ROTC Students Commissioned at Princeton

MAY 28, 2025

Christopher Lidard and eleven other members of Princeton’s Class of 2025 became commissioned officers in the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force during a ceremony led by Gen. Christopher G. Cavoli.

A Space Built on Compassion, Dignity, and Support

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

A junior nursing major and cadet in the Rutgers Air Force ROTC program, Jodiefoss Ramos was one of seven speakers celebrating the grand opening of the Rutgers Basic Needs Center.

Space Force Captain: What it Means to be a Guardian

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

AFROTC Det 485 alumna Capt Yesenia Padilla shares her journey of transitioning from the Air Force to the Space Force, detailing the core values and mission of being a "Guardian."

Princeton Initiative Prepares Cadets to Thrive

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Air Force ROTC cadet Ryker Chauhan was one of 40 students selected for the inaugural Princeton Transfer Scholars Initiative (TSI), providing a critical academic bridge for future leaders.

Nursing Grad Aspires to Provide 'Care While in the Air'

JUL 25, 2022

Alumna Christina Mandriota discusses her journey toward becoming an Air Force flight nurse, highlighting the intersection of medical expertise and military service.

Rutgers Cadet Boasts North Plainfield Pride

AUGUST 9, 2020

Nancy Bahnasy shares her journey representing her community while preparing for a career as a military officer.

From ROTC to Triathlon Team: Finding a Niche

MAY 2018

Alexander Garrido balances military training with the endurance of the triathlon team, proving discipline fuels success in all fields.