The Bear Battalion, Missouri State Army ROTC
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S. National Avenue
S National Avenue
Salem
S Kimbrough Avenue
E. Harrison
N. Benton
S Glenstone Avenue
Park Central Square
243
Park Central East
65804
Park Central Square
425 West Walnut Street
E Chestnut Expressway
The Battalion is hosted by Missouri State University, where it was founded in 1952 as the Department of Military Science and Leadership.
The Bear Battalion ROTC is comprised of Cadets from Missouri State University, Evangel, Southwest Baptist University, Drury and Ozarks Technical Community College. The Missouri State University Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Bear Battalion is the foremost leadership development program in the Ozarks and Southern Missouri. We live the Army Values:
Loyalty
Duty
Respect
Selfless Service
Honor
Integrity
Personal Courage
The Bear Battalion is comprised of students from Missouri State University, Evangel University, Southern Baptist University, Drury University and Ozarks Technical Community College. MSU ROTC has a long and proud tradition of producing leaders of character for the nation. 15 graduates have reached the rank of Brigadier General or higher. Students at any of the participating universities listed above can enroll in military science classes during their Freshman and Sophomore years without committing to military service. Prior to the beginning of their Junior year, those students wishing to compete for a contracted slot in the program may do so. If selected to continue with ROTC advanced courses, students will be commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army upon graduation and successful completion of all ROTC program requirements.
10/30/2026
Congratulations to our Cadets of the Month!
Gabe Cabrera
Klee Goes
Noah Sipe (Not Pictured)
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence have not gone unnoticed. We are proud to recognize your accomplishments and the example you set to those around you. Keep leading from the front and setting the standard!
10/29/2026
going for gold🧈…spooky edition
Cadets hit the pool for the Combat Water Survival Test!
Our MS3’s conquered the CWST and showed off their water survival skills. MS1’s and MS2’s participated to get a good insight on what’s to come the next few years💪
Keep up the Good work Cadets🔥
10/26/2026
Mission Monday 🐻 | Putting in the work.
Our Ranger Challenge team has been practicing with purpose and preparing for competition. Through rope bridge training, cadets are refining their technique, building confidence, and strengthening the teamwork it takes to execute together.
Every repetition is an opportunity to improve. Every practice is another step toward being ready.
Challenge Alert🚨 🚨 SHSU Army ROTC Are you ready for the game?
10/16/2026
FEATURE FRIDAY | Newly Contracted Cadets 🐻
A signature that marks a commitment to serve. Congratulations to our newest contracted Bear Battalion cadets:
• Clarence Brown
• Daniela Gonzalez
• Connor Micheal
• Russell Smith
• Andrew Bays
• Thomas Sarafinchan
• Keaton Wodicker
We’re proud to celebrate this milestone as they continue working toward becoming Army officers. Congratulations, cadets!
Warrior Wednesday: Before and after the Army Ten-Miler edition! 🏃🐻 Our Scabbard and Blade program showed up, put in the miles, and represented the Bear Battalion with pride. We’re proud of everyone who took on the race! You all did an incredible job! 💪
10/09/2026
Lieutenant loading…
His time in service 🤝 our time on Earth 😂
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901 S National Avenue, Siceluff Hall, 2nd Floor, Office 0223
Springfield, MO
65897
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| Friday | 8:30am - 2:30pm |
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