Miami University NROTC

10/06/2026

🏆 VICTORY FOR the Miami University NROTC! 🏈⚓️

The rivalry was on at the annual friendly flag football game between Miami University Navy and Marine MIDN and Miami University Air Force Cadets — and this year, our Navy and Marine MIDN came out on top! 💪🇺🇸

It all came down to the final play! With the game on the line, 4/C MIDN Lauren Beiser intercepted the HAIL MARY on the final play of the game, sealing the victory for MU NROTC! 🏈🔥

Talk about a way to finish the game! 🙌

Congratulations to our Navy and Marine MIDN on the win, and thanks to our friends at Miami University Air Force ROTC Det 640 for another great afternoon of competition, teamwork, and camaraderie.

NROTC: 1 | AFROTC: 0

Until next year… ⚓🏈

10/06/2026

Recently, MU NROTC midshipmen supported the flag during the national anthem for Miami's homecoming football game against UConn. Thanks to President Crawford for giving the unit a chance to represent during a great game and a great win for the Miami RedHawks!

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09/27/2026

Check out the MU NROTC MIDN at today’s MOVE Bootcamp with President and Dr. Renate Crawford! ❤️

09/23/2026

🔥 WHAT A DAY FOR MIAMI UNIVERSITY NROTC! 🔥

Yesterday’s Leadership Lab brought exciting milestones, future service assignments, teamwork, sweat, and a powerful tribute to our fallen heroes. 🇺🇸⚓️

🦅 CONGRATULATIONS, MIDN 3/C ELI BURRELL!

A huge Hooyah! to MIDN 3/C Eli Burrell on his Marine scholarship activation! 🇺🇸

Eli is one step closer to earning the title of Marine Officer, and we’re excited to see where his journey takes him! 🦅💪

⚓️ NAVY & MARINE CORPS SERVICE ASSIGNMENTS

Our Midshipmen are also continuing to take important steps toward their future Navy and Marine Corps service assignments — an exciting time as they prepare for the next chapter of their military careers.

💪 31 HEROES WORKOUT

Then it was time to GET AFTER IT! 🔥

Our Midshipmen took on the 31Heroes Workout, a challenging team workout created to honor the 31 Americans who lost their lives on August 6, 2011, when the CH-47 Chinook helicopter Extortion 17 was downed in Afghanistan. The fallen included 30 military service members and one military working dog.

The workout itself carries special meaning:

⏱️ 31 minutes — for the 31 heroes
🔢 8-6-11 — representing August 6, 2011
🤝 Partner workout — emphasizing teamwork, sacrifice, and accomplishing the mission together

In the traditional 31Heroes exercise, partners alternate between a workout circuit and a 400-meter sandbag run, working together to complete as many rounds as possible in 31 minutes. The movements and repetitions are designed around the date and the spirit of the mission.

But the 31Heroes Workout is about far more than physical fitness.

It is a way to remember the fallen, honor their sacrifice, support their families, and reinforce the importance of teamwork and camaraderie among those who serve. The organization behind the workout, 31Heroes, continues that mission by supporting military families and veterans through athletic events, fundraising, and other programs.

Yesterday, our Midshipmen pushed themselves, encouraged their teammates, and finished the challenge together. 💪🇺🇸

❤️ 31 HEROES.
❤️ 31 STORIES.
❤️ ONE TEAM.

We are proud of our Midshipmen and the way they continue to lead, serve, challenge themselves, and remember those who came before them.

⚓️ Hooyah! 🦅 Semper Fi!

09/22/2026

⚓️ From High School ROTC to Miami University NROTC! 🇺🇸

It's Caroline Richards Day!

We’re proud to recognize MIDN 1/C Caroline Richards, a current Miami University NROTC midshipman, who was featured in CityScene Columbus for her involvement and dedication to ROTC.

Caroline’s commitment to ROTC began in high school, where she was recognized for her involvement in the program. Today, she is continuing that journey as a Navy ROTC student at Miami University, preparing for a future as an officer in the United States Navy. ⚓️

It’s especially rewarding to see the dedication and leadership Caroline demonstrated in high school continue into her college years. Her story is a great example of how the values of leadership, service, and commitment can carry forward from one chapter to the next.

Congratulations, Caroline! Miami University NROTC is proud to have you a part of our team and looks forward to following your journey toward becoming a Navy officer! 🇺🇸⚓️🔱

Original story: https://www.cityscenecolumbus.com/communities/discovergrovecity/student-awarded-for-involvement-with-rotc/

09/21/2026

A Special Evening at Lewis Place! ⚓️

On Thursday, September 10, Miami University NROTC had the pleasure of spending an evening with Miami University President Gregory Crawford and Miami University Ambassador Dr. Renate Crawford at their home, Lewis Place.

During the visit, MUNROTC midshipmen had the opportunity to connect with the Crawfords, tour the historic home, enjoy a wonderful meal, and even spend some time with their dogs! It was a memorable evening filled with conversation, fellowship, and a great opportunity for our midshipmen to connect with members of the Miami University community.

A special thank you to President and Dr. Crawford for welcoming MUNROTC into their home and for their continued support of the Miami University NROTC program and its midshipmen. We truly appreciate your hospitality and commitment to our students! ⚓️

09/21/2026

🎉 What better way to spend a Saturday than serving the Oxford community? ⚓️

Our Miami University NROTC Midshipmen were out and about this past Saturday, volunteering their time at OXtoberfest in Oxford! They jumped in to help make the event a success while enjoying the opportunity to connect with and support the local community.

Community service is an important part of the NROTC experience, and our Midshipmen continue to demonstrate the leadership, teamwork, and commitment to service that are at the heart of the program.

A big thank you to all of our Midshipmen who volunteered their time and represented Miami University NROTC so well! We are proud to see them giving back and making a positive impact right here in the Oxford community. 🔴⚪️⚓️

09/15/2026

Miami University NROTC midshipmen participated in a special PT in remembrance of the national tragedy that took place on September 11th, 2001. After a rousing history lesson and speech given by Miami NROTC Commanding Officer CAPT Shane Moore, NROTC midshipmen (joined by members of the Army and Air Force ROTC) participated in a variety of rigorous physical activities with historical significance to the trials faced by victims and first responders. Thanks to all who showed up and gave it their all in honor of those who gave up everything, and always remember to never forget.

09/14/2026

⚓️ Congratulations, Ensign Spencer Gassere, class of 2025! ⚓️

Please join us in congratulating Ensign Spencer Gassere on his recent graduation from U.S. Navy Nuclear Power School! 🇺🇸

This is an incredible accomplishment and an important milestone in Spencer’s journey as a U.S. Navy officer. Nuclear Power School is known for its rigorous academic and technical training, requiring tremendous dedication, discipline, perseverance, and commitment to excellence.

Spencer has worked hard to reach this point, and we are incredibly proud of all that he has accomplished. His success is a reflection of his determination and commitment to serving our nation.

Pictured here with Spencer is fellow Miami University NROTC alumnus, LT Matthew Bandusky, Class of 2020. It’s always great to see Miami NROTC alumni connecting and supporting one another as they continue their careers in the Navy! ⚓️

As Spencer moves forward to the next chapter of his Navy career, we wish him continued success and fair winds and following seas!

Congratulations, Ensign Gassere! 🇺🇸⚓️

09/12/2026