Contact: David West (west@alpha.nsula.edu )
News Bureau
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 357-6466

1/9/2001

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NATCHITOCHES - The Senior ROTC program at Northwestern State University has gained a national ranking among the 20 percent of programs throughout the country.

In the latest results, NSU was ranked at number 53 out of 270 senior ROTC programs at U.S. colleges and universities. The rankings are based on historical and projected future success in program enrollment and commissioning officers into the Army. NSU President Dr. Randall J. Webb praised Lt. Col. Claton Chandler, the ROTC commander, along with his staff for the achievement

"At Northwestern, we strive for excellence in all programs," said NSU President Dr. Randall J. Webb. "Lt. Col. Chandler and his predecessors along with the staff and cadets have worked hard to improve the program and provide the best possible training. I know they will continue to maintain the highest standards."

Chandler said Northwestern's academic programs have helped ROTC.

"Our success has in no small part been the result of an excellent training program coupled with the university's diverse and rigorous academic offerings. That makes an unbeatable combination," said Chandler. "Our cadets are challenged both physically and mentally which generates individual success, satisfaction, and excitement to be a student at Northwestern and member of NSU's Demon Battalion.

Chandler said Northwestern's ROTC calls its program, "Xtreme Leadership 101." He said an environment is created which allows cadets to push themselves beyond their perceived abilities.

"The cadets are able to succeed and succeed big," said Chandler. "This success
also spills over into every facet of the cadet's activity here at the university. Demon Battalion cadets are instantly identifiable by faculty, not by their uniform or haircut, but by their demeanor and confidence. They add value to every class they attend."

For more information on NSU's military science program, call (318) 357-5157 or go to www.nsula.edu/military.

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