Military Science (Army ROTC)

Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (MIL)

The Army Reserve Officer’s Training Corps (ROTC) program was established at College of Saint Mary in February 1975, when the University concluded an agreement to provide the program of instruction with the military science department of Creighton University. This makes College of Saint Mary the first women’s university in the western United States to offer Army ROTC to its students.

The ROTC program is prepared and presented by the military science department of Creighton University and the U.S. Army under an independent contract with College of Saint Mary.

Program Objectives

The program provides training designed to qualify students for an Army Commission while also preparing them for civilian executive and management positions. Hence, the student may earn a commission while earning an academic degree in a discipline of her choice. Leadership training is the core of the Military Science program and is required each semester. It is accomplished, in part, through a leadership laboratory conducted each week and field exercises held each semester. The Basic Course develops an understanding of teamwork and leadership techniques. Leadership is enhanced through practical application in drill, leader reaction exercises and tactical exercises in field situations. Additionally, there are opportunities for optional adventure training in Helicopter Rappelling and Air Assault, Airborne and Mountain Survival Training. Advanced course students plan, organize and conduct the Basic Course leadership program, thereby enhancing their management and supervisory skills. Further growth is achieved through field exercises and enrichment activities, Ranger Training, Physical Training, and Cadet Troop Leadership Training.

Advanced Course

Although Military Science Courses may be taken for credit by any student, only those students formally enrolling in and successfully completing the Advanced Course will receive a commission. If selected for and enrolled in the Advanced Course, the student must agree to complete the remaining two years of ROTC and to accept a commission, if offered, upon completion of the course.

Each Advanced Course student must attend a 32-day Advanced Camp, normally during the summer between their junior and senior year. Advanced Camp consists of the practical application of the instruction and skills learned at Creighton, with emphasis on leadership and physical fitness. Students are paid travel expenses to and from camp as well as a daily working salary. All accommodations, clothing, equipment, and food are provided.

Army Reserve/Army National Guard Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP)

The ROTC Program is normally a four-year program; however, under the Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP), qualified juniors (those who are veterans or those who have successfully completed three years of Junior ROTC or Basic Training with a reserve or national guard unit) may, upon the approval of the Profession of Military Science (PMS), enter the Advanced Course and earn a commission. The student may apply for Active Duty with the U.S. Army upon graduation.

Qualified SMP students may apply for scholarships under the Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty Scholarship program. This is a two-year scholarship that could be worth nearly $38,400. Other scholarships may also be available. In addition to the $350 per month and the Reserve unit pay, SMP students are still eligible for selected Montgomery GI Bill® college assistance programs. Total monetary entitlements for even a non-scholarship SMP student during the two-year program could exceed $28,000.

Special Opportunities

Students who have completed 12 months of service in one of the U.S. Armed Services and have achieved junior standing may, upon approval of the PMS, be granted credit for the Basic Course and enroll in the Advanced Course. ROTC credit earned at other universities is transferable to Creighton.

Numerous associated and allied programs and extracurricular activities are available to ROTC students. CTLT (Cadet Leadership Training) and NSTP (Nurse Summer Training Program) are great examples of opportunities available to ROTC students. During the summer after junior year, ROTC students are given the opportunity to travel to various Army Posts throughout the world. These are designed to broaden their knowledge and understanding of the military profession and to allow them to acquire and develop new skills.

ROTC Scholarships

Four-and three-year scholarships are available to all high school seniors who apply and are selected to receive these scholarships while they attend an institution offering a four-year Army ROTC program.

ROTC students who gain acceptance to a professional school in the medical field are eligible to apply for the Uniformed Services Health Professions Scholarship Program, which pays the recipient a monthly stipend plus tuition and other academic expenses. These scholarships are offered in medicine, osteopathy, and psychology (Ph.D., clinical or counseling). Students desiring graduate and professional education are permitted to apply for deferment of service obligation resulting from their ROTC enrollment until the completion of such additional studies. This educational delay is open to those pursuing advanced medical, legal, and seminary professions. Feel free to call if there are any questions at (402) 280-1155/2828.

Courses

MIL 100: Leadership Laboratory I

Leadership Laboratory provides initial and advanced military leadership instruction in military courtesy, first aid, and practical field training exercises. Functions and responsibilities of leadership positions are developed through cadet command and staff positions. Required with enrollment in MIL 101, MIL 102, and MIL 103. May be repeated one time. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 101: Introduction to Officer Professionalism I

Examination of the role of the commissioned officer in the United States Army. Discussion focuses upon officer career opportunities, role of the officer, responsibilities of and basis for the armed forces, and sources of officer commissioning. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 102: Introduction to Officer Professionalism II

Continuation of MIL 101. Further examines the role of the commissioned officer in the U.S. Army. Focuses on customs of the service, role of the Army, Army Reserve, and Army National Guard; organization of the Army; branches of the Army; and leadership principles for the junior officer. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 103: Foundation of Officership and Basic Leadership

This course is an introduction for nursing students to issues and competencies that are central to a commissioned officer's responsibilities. These initial lessons establish a framework for understanding officership, leadership, and Army values. Additionally, the semester addresses "life skills" including fitness and time management. This course is designed to give accurate insight into the Army Profession and the officer's role within the Army. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 200: Leadership Laboratory II

This second-year leadership laboratory parallels MIL 211/212 classroom instruction, reinforcing concepts learned in class with practical hands-on training exercises and activities. Training is focused on more advanced individual and collective small unit skills such as small unit leadership and tactics doctrine, land navigation, basic rifle marksmanship, and drill ceremonies. Required with enrollment in MIL 211, MIL 212, and MIL 213. May be repeated one time. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 205: ROTC Leadership Training Camp

Six weeks of preparatory training at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Travel pay and salary stipend provided through the Military Science Department. The student is not obligated to any military service as a result of attending Leadership Training Camp. Camp graduates are eligible to enroll in Advanced Military Science courses. Students are also eligible to compete for full tuition two-year scholarships. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 207: Fundamentals of Army Ranger Training

Course designed to challenge the individual in leadership, physical endurance, special operations and small-unit tactics. Competitive area success would lead to regional championship participation at Fort Lewis, Washington. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 211: Basic Individual Leadership Techniques

Course designed to develop student leadership and critical individual skills. Training is basic in nature and includes leadership techniques, written and oral communication, rifle marksmanship, fundamentals of land navigation, and physical fitness. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 212: Advanced Individual Leadership Techniques

Continues the development of student leadership and critical individual military skills. Training focuses on advanced military skills and includes orienteering, field survival skills, operations, and training. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 213: Military Science and Leadership

Nurse cadet only. This course compresses Military Science II year into one semester. It is designed to develop students' knowledge of self, self-confidence, and individual leadership skills. Through experiential learning activities, students develop problem solving and critical thinking skills, and apply communication, feedback and conflict resolution skills. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 215: United States Military History

A study of the theory and practice of war beginning in colonial times through the military engagements and peacekeeping operations of the 1990s. Emphasis is on United States participation in these military operations. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 300: Leadership Laboratory III

This laboratory parallels MIL 301/302 classroom instruction and places the student in leadership positions within the cadet corps, providing greater challenges in order to build confidence and enhance mastery of individual skills. Activities focus on honing military skills and mastery of small unit leadership and tactics in preparation for MIL 351, ROTC National Advanced Leadership Camp in Fort Lewis, Washington. Required with enrollment in MIL 301 and 302. May be repeated one time. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 301: Adaptive Team Leadership.

Successful completion of this course will help prepare you for success at the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) which you will attend next summer at Fort Knox, Kentucky. This course includes reading assignments, homework assignments, small group assignments, briefings, case studies, and practical exercises, a mid-term exam, and a final exam. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 302: Advanced Team Leadership.

This is an academically challenging course where you will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values and ethics, personal development, and small unit tactics at the team and squad level. At the conclusion of this course, you will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a team or squad in the execution of a tactical mission during a classroom PE, a Leadership Lab, or during a Situational Training Exercise (STX) in a field environment. You will receive systematic and specific feedback on your leader attributes values and core leader competencies from your instructor and other ROTC cadre and MSL IV Cadets who will evaluate you using the ROTC Leader Development Program (LDP) model. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 351: Leadership Development Assessment Course

The ROTC cadet attends five weeks of intensive leadership and management training. The training is conducted during the summer months between the junior and senior years at Fort Lewis, Washington. The student's ability to lead her unit and to plan and conduct military small unit operations is thoroughly evaluated. Travel pay and salary stipend provided through the Department of Military Science. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 352: ROTC Nurse Summer Training

A three-week, 120-hour clinical assignment with an Army Nurse Corps preceptor at an Army hospital in the U.S. or overseas. Available to ROTC nursing students with at least one clinical nursing course, follows successful completion of MIL 351. The student receives travel pay and salary stipend through the Military Science Department. Improved clinical skills and self-confidence that comes with experience will enhance performance in nursing curriculum and Military Science. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 400: Leadership Laboratory IV

Laboratory designed to allow senior cadets to demonstrate mastery of leadership and tactical skills developed throughout their cadet career in preparation for becoming commissioned Army officers. The cadet battalion staff plans, resources, and executes training for the MIL 100, 200, and 300 labs. Additionally charged with the leadership development and assessment of the underclassmen, with a focus on the junior class in preparation for Leadership Development Assessment Course at Fort Lewis, Washington in the summer. Required with enrollment in MIL 401 and MIL 402. May be repeated one time. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 401: Mission Command and Advanced Leadership.

This course explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations. Students will examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. You also explore aspects of interacting with non-government organizations, civilians on the battlefield, the decision making processes and host nation support. The course places significant emphasis on preparing you for BOLC B and your first unit of assignment. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 402: Military Management Seminar.

Leadership and management problems involved in the operation of a small unit including personal affairs, military justice, moral and social duties and obligations of a military officer. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 493: Directed Independent Readings

Directed readings course designed to consider an issue or field of interest to society in general and the military in particular. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 494: Directed Independent Study and Seminar I

Directed study course designed to consider an issue or field of interest to the society in general and the military in particular. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)

MIL 495: Directed Independent Study and Seminar II

Directed research in Military Science to meet the individual needs of the student. Course focuses on developing practical application of special interest subjects in a student-initiated project. (Courses offered at Creighton University or University of Nebraska at Omaha)