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Reserve Officer Training Corps. (ROTC)
Mr. Steven R. Yach DA CIV
Recruiting Operations Officer (ROO)
Cell 714-931-3440
syach@fullerton.edu
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CSUF Location, Parking & Contacts
Metered
Parking
Address:
CSUF Military Science/Army ROTC
800 N. State College Blvd.,
Fullerton, CA 92831
Mr. Steven Yach
Recruiting Operations Officer
(714) 931-3440
1LT Jayson Guerra (CSUF)
Assistant Recruiting Operations
808-494-8577
SSG Laura Valero
ROTC Army Reserve Recruiter
(949) 324-3477
SSG Brian DeSantigo
ROTC Army National Guard Recruiter
(714) 334-8153
Main ROTC Office:
(657) 278-3007
GPS
33.884326439020725, -117.8841453179171
GOOGLE MAPS
https://goo.gl/maps/YFzJXaDCD38bKWY36
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UCI Location, Parking & Contacts
UCI ROTC Office
517 Bison Ave
Natural Sciences I
Irvine, CA 92697
Office: (949) 824-7581
CPT Justin Nichol
(949) 824-7581
1LT Royce Stanfill
(337)549-0213
SSG Mrazek
jmrazek@fullerton.edu
(949) 824-7581
GPS
33.64476182280139, -117.84539951638248
GOOGLE MAPS
https://goo.gl/maps/ZJt6zQ5HT6Nxv8PP9
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ROTC Brief Talking Points
• How do I apply for college?
• What is ROTC and the Command Philosophy?
• Who is the Titan Battalion?
• Where does ROTC train?
• When does training occur?
• How does it all work?
• Am I applicable to enroll in the program?
• How do I apply for a scholarship?
• Can I be an Army Reservist or Guard Soldier and be in ROTC?
• Can I designate how I serve after ROTC, Active Duty or Reserve
Component?
• What opportunities does ROTC offer while I’m in the program?
• What takes place after I graduate and commission as a 2
nd
Lieutenant?
• I have the calling to serve, is this the program?
• How to continue this interview process
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Apply for College
• Universities offer Bachelors of Science (BS)
or Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees usually 120
Credits. That’s 15 Credits per semester, most
classes are 3 Credits, so that’s 5 classes every
semester for 4 years.
– 0-30 Credits Freshman (45 Qtr. Units)
– 30-60 Credits Sophomore (90 Qtr. Units)
– 60-90 Credits Junior (135 Qtr. Units)
– 90-120 Credits Senior (180 Qtrs)
– Specific STEM majors may be more
• Community Colleges offer Associate Degrees
and or student attends to reach 60 transferable
credits, that’s 2 years.
– 0-30 Credits Freshman
– 30-60 Credits Sophomore
• Community College Students can participate
in ROTC with the intent of transferring to a
University
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Preparation & Planning for ROTC
Things to think about and plan prior to the first semester of college:
• Where will l live? (home, dormitory, apartment)
• How will I get to campus? (car, carpool, public trans, bike)
• What will I study? (career interests)
• How will I pay for tuition and books?
• Will I need a part time job?
• Can I work on campus? (Student Rec Center, Library…)
• How do I apply for scholarships/financial aid? (FAFSA)
• What clubs & social activities sound interesting to join? (ROTC, intramural sports, cultural clubs, STEM clubs…)
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What is Army ROTC?
BLUF (Bottom Line Up Front)
Full time college students take a 3 credit course in Military Science each semester during college on top of
their normal major coursework. Students who complete the ROTC Advance Course during their last four
semesters of school are offered a commission as a US Army officer in the rank of Second Lieutenant. Once
commissioned, they start their service as a leader in the US Army, Army Reserve or National Guard.
Making the best military officers in the world.
Army ROTC is the largest officer-producing organization with the American military, having over 600,000 men
and women have earned a commission through the program. Among them are two chairmen of the Joint
Chiefs of Staff, seven Army chiefs of staff, two Cabinet secretaries and a sitting Supreme Court associate
justice. Few other military commissioning sources can claim such significant lineage.
History & Mission
The Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC), as it exists today, began over a hundred years ago with
President Wilson signing the National Defense Act of 1916. Although military training had been taking place
in civilian colleges and universities as early as 1819, the signing of the National Defense Act brought this
training under single, federally-controlled entity. Army ROTC develops, trains, and commissions future
officers in all components of the United States Army. Fosters an integrity based environment that promotes
academic excellence, physical fitness, and teambuilding.
ROTC vs. West Point Academy (USMA)
Army ROTC is officer training while getting the full college experience available at over 1,100 Colleges and
Universities in the United States and Trust Territories and has guaranteed Reserve and National Guard
career options unlike West Point (USMA).
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Who is the TITAN Battalion?
Full time CSUF and non-CSUF students can register through open
enrollment for Military Science & Leadership Classes (MSLC)
conducted at the Host School (CSU-Fullerton). Only UC-Irvine
students register for ROTC classes at Partnership School UC-Irvine.
Schools eligible for MSLC Class, Contract and Scholarship
CSU-Fullerton, UC-Irvine, Biola, Vanguard, Chapman & Whittier College
Schools eligible for MSLC Class through CSUF Extended Education
Fullerton, Rancho Santiago, Cypress, Mt. San Antonio, Cerritos, Golden West,
Orange Coast, Mt. Sacramento, Rio Hondo, Santa Ana
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Why the Titan Battalion?
• The premier ROTC Program in Orange County, California.
• Cadets receive Priority Registration for CSUF classes.
• ROTC Graduates receive 100% Army job placement as Commissioned Officers with service options in
the Army Reserve, National Guard and Active Duty.
• ROTC graduates receive a Academic Minor in Military Science.
• US Army Obstacle Course on campus.
• CSUF is a member of HACU (Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities).
• Cal State Fullerton has moved up to the top quartile of the nation’s ‘Best Value Colleges,’ according to
Forbes’ recently released annual ranking of higher education institutions.
• Cal State Fullerton is a leading campus of the CSU, serving as an intellectual and cultural center for
Southern California and driver of workforce and economic development.
• U.S. News & World Report (September 2016) CSUF ranks in the "first tier" among top National
Universities. In addition, CSUF is listed for "Best Ethnic Diversity," in part for Hispanic enrollment of 42
percent.
• Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education (August 2016) CSUF ranked No. 1 in California and fourth in
the nation among top colleges and universities awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics, based on
2014 data from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Start Here
NOTE* You will be contacted once you submit an online application to set up an appointment
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How do I begin the process?
Contact the Recruiting Operations Officer (ROO) for customized student planning and specific information. In
preparation for your virtual or in-person appointment/interview please follow the below guidance.
1. Request and Confirm request an appointment at https://calendly.com/csufarmyrotcenrollment
2. Review this ROTC brief closely and bring your questions.
3. Plan you’re parking prior to arrival, see attached map. Your interview will last 20-30 minutes, there is
free 30 parking outside our office. If you are traveling a far distance, plan to pay for parking so you have
time to tour the campus.
4. Dress appropriate for a professional interview.
5. Bring your Resume with three professional contact references.
6. First time freshmen bring a copy of your college acceptance letter(s), if already attending CSUF, include
your Campus Wide ID Number (CWID).
7. Parents and or support are always encouraged to attend.
8. Travel safe and if you are running late or need to reschedule, please contact me and I will accommodate.
Resume example: https://www.themuse.com/advice/43-resume-tips-that-will-help-you-get-hired
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Military Science 101: Introduction to the Army Officer
1. After you accepted your college admissions offer, declare a major and register for classes pursing your degree of
choice. Make a list of all the classes you need to graduate, this will come in handy later.
2. Register for 3 cr. Military Science Class (MSLC) at CSU-Fullerton or UCI
• Physical Fitness Training (PT) M, W, F 0600-0700
• Academic Leadership Class (once a week, times vary per semester)
• Military Science Lab – (Fridays 0830-1130)
• No military experience/JROTC necessary
• No obligation to commit to the program or the US Army
• Experience Army Officer Training on campus and learn about Army Opportunities!
3. Generally during or after your first semester of ROTC and you want to continue in the program, complete paperwork
requirements and the scholarship application.
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Military Science Class Registration
Register for the appropriate 3 Cr. Military Science Class (MSLC)
• First Time Freshman will register for MSLC 101 during the fall semester
• Non First Time Freshman new to MSLC will register MSLC 101 fall semester or MSLC 102 spring semester.
• Prior Military Service or Students in the Army Reserve or National Guard can register for fall MSLC 201,
spring 202 or fall 301 depending on their academic alignment.
Note* If a student registers for MSLC after their freshman year or transfers to CSUF/UCI, ROTC has catch up
opportunities to become aligned prior to their last 4 semesters of college and the ROTC Advance Course
(Junior, Senior, Graduate status students).
Basic Course Lateral Entry Video
https://youtu.be/NihdMn-Pm2c
Basic Course Lateral Entry at Ft. Knox, KY Website
https://futurearmyofficers.army.mil/category/basic-camp/
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Military Science 101 at CSUF
CSU-Fullerton Military Science Class 101 includes Lecture, PT, Lab and 3 credits as semester following the university academic calendar
Physical Fitness (PT) Monday, Wednesday. Fridays at 0600-0700 CSUF Sports Field
Military Science Leadership Class (MSLC) Mondays & Wednesdays at 0830-0945 classrooms vary each semester
Leadership Lab (Lab) Fridays at 0800-1100 CSUF Sports Field
• Once a semester, Students participate in a Field Training Exercise (FTX) off campus
TITAN BATTALION
Military Science Class
Fall Semester 101 & Spring Semester 102
NAME:
MAJOR:
TIME
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
0600
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0700
Physical Training (PT)
(MWF) 0600-0700
CSUF Sports Field
Physical Training (PT)
(MWF) 0600-0700
CSUF Sports Field
Physical Training (PT)
(MWF) 0600-0700
CSUF Sports Field
0700
-
0800
Military Science
Leadership Lab
(F) 0800-1100
CSUF Sports Field
0830
-
0945
Military Science Class
MSLC Class: 101
Section: 01
CRN: 19838
Time:(MW) 0830-0945
Military Science Class
MSLC Class: 101
Section: 01
CRN: 19838
Time:(MW) 0830-0945
1000
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1100
1100
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1200
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ROTC 11 at UCI
UC-Irvine Military Science Class 11 is 1.0 unit and 10L is 1.0 a unit Lab per quarter following the university academic calendar.
During each quarter ROTC/Military Science class consists of multiple events:
• Physical Fitness (PT) Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 0630-0730 UCI ARC
• Leadership Class (MSLC) Tuesdays at 1100 Humanities I Building ROTC Classroom
• Leadership Lab (Lab) Thursday at 0600-0830 On Campus Location TBA
• Once a semester, Students participate in a Field Training Exercise (FTX) off campus
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Alcohol Abuse and Substance Use Not Tolerated
CC Pam 145-4, Chapter 2/Section VI
AR 145-1, Ch 3.
• Never used chemical substances or drugs.
• Self admitted limited, experimental use of chemical substances or drugs which occurred over 6 months prior to
contracting, unless disqualified by DODMERB.
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ROTC Scholarship
Awarded ROTC scholarship activates when the student signs their contract.
Receives FULL TUITION (or up to $10,000 for R&B per year)
• CSU-Fullerton, UC-Irvine, Chapman, Biola, Vanguard & Whittier College
• Payment direct to the University by ROTC
Receives BOOK ALLOWANCE of $1,200.00 per year
• $600.00 every semester paid to Cadet’s direct deposit account
Methods of Applying for a ROTC Scholarship
• High School National. Students apply while in High School awarded by US Army Cadet Command
https://www.goarmy.com/rotc/high-school-students/four-year-scholarship.html
• Campus Based. Students apply while attending Military Science class and awarded by ROTC program. Schedule
appointment with Mr. Yach. https://www.goarmy.com/rotc/college-students/three-year-scholarships.html
• Minute Man. USAR/ANG serving students apply with a endorsement from a CASA or ARA. Minute Man Scholarship is
awarded during the SMP process with a GRFD contract. https://www.usar.army.mil/MinutemanCampaign/ Schedule
appointment with Mr. Steven Yach.
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ROTC Program Activities
• Field Training Exercise located off campus to apply skills learned during the semester
• Yearly athletic competitions: Cadets vs. Vets Football, Basketball and Softball game
• Ranger Challenge Team training and competition
• Yearly formal military dining event. During the Military Ball Cadets practice the time honored customs and traditions of being
a professional Army Officer.
• Yearly ROTC Awards Ceremony for outstanding cadet performance
• Participation in the ROTC co-ed Fraternity Alpha Lamba
• Military History field trip
• Color Guard Team Events
• Assist in building the program with volunteer recruiting opportunities!
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Field Training Exercise
Every semester Cadets get to participate in a weekend Field Training Exercise (FTX) practicing campus learned skills in a
military field environment at Camp Pendleton or Los Alamitos, CA.
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Optional US Army Training & Ranger Challenge
Optional summer training and internships
CTLT, CAIT, Airborne School, Air Assault School
US and Overseas specialized internships
Titan BN Ranger Challenge (RC) Team
• Cadet Club that trains to compete in the annual
Ranger Challenge Competition
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Cadet Summer Internships Available
Advanced Cyber Education (ACE) Wright-Patterson, OH
AFRICOM Voluntary Internship Program (AVIP) Germany, Stuttgart, Patch Barracks Army Cyber Institute (ACI) West Point, NY
Internship: Army Medical Department Internship Program (AMEDDIP) Bethesda, MD (NSA) Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD San Antonio, TX Schofield Barracks, HI
Fort Campbell, KY Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Fort Benning, GA Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Fort Lewis - JBLM, WA Korea (Yongsan) Schofield Barracks, HI
Franfurt, GE Venice, IT Franfurt, GE Nurnberg, GE
Chaplain Internship Program (CHIP) Hawaii
Communication. Electronics, Research and Development Center (CERDEC)
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Congressional Internship Program (CIP) Washington DC
Cultural Property Protection Internship Program (CPPIP) Fort Drum, NY
Defense Forensic Science Center (DFSC)
EUCOM Voluntary Internship Program (EVIP)Germany, Stuttgart, Patch Barracks
Federal Bureaus of Investigation - New York City (FBIIP) New York City, NY
Forensic Internship Program (FIP) Largo, FL
Intelligence and Security Command Internship Program (INSCOM) Fort Belvoir, VA
Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center (JTMC) Rock Island, IL
Lawrence Livermore National Lab (LLNL) Internship Program Livermore, CA
MIT Lincoln Lab Internship (MITLL) Hanscom AFB, Lexington, MA
Museum Internship Program (MIP)
Internship: Nurse Summer Training Program (NSTP) Fort Stewart, GA Fort Shafter, HI Fort Belvoir, VA
Fort Polk, LA Fort Campbell, KY
Nurse Summer Training Program (NSTP)Bethesda, MD Univ of Texas El Paso (UTEP )El Paso, TX
World Class Cyber Oppossing Force (WCCO) Fort Belvoir, VA
NASA Ames Program (NASA-A) Moffett Field, CA
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SMP Program
Can you be in the Army Reserve or National Guard, attend College as a full
time student and be contracted in ROTC?
YES!
Simultaneous Membership Program(SMP)
Leadership development as a Cadet shadowing Officers in a local Reserve or
Guard Unit.
1 weekend a month + full time student + ROTC = SMP
Benefits:
- E5 Pay as a Cadet
- SMP Kicker (MOSQ)
- G.I. Bill
- Minute Man Scholarship
- Time in Service
- Training Opportunities (BCT, AIT,
AT, Drill Weekends)
- Non-Deployable
- Part-Time job
- Unit experience as a Officer in
Training
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Becoming an Officer through ROTC
1. Complete the ROTC Basic Course. Basic Course can be completed by one of the
following:
• Enrolled in or attended 4 semesters of MSLC prior to Junior Year or Graduate School
• Attend summer ROTC Basic Course Lateral Entry at Ft. Knox, KY prior to Junior year or Graduate School
• Graduate of US Army Basic Training (Active, Reserve or Guard) other branches may apply
2. Contract as an Official US Army Cadet enrolled in ROTC
3. Complete the Advance Course and Advance Camp. Advance Course can be
completed by attending and passing CSUF MSLC 301-402 or UCI ROTC 131-143.
Advance Camp is a summer course at FT. Knox, KY which all ROTC students
attend before their Senior year or last 2 semesters of Gradate School.
4. Complete all ROTC requirements and graduate with your BS, BA, MS or MA.
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1. Military Science Class Progression
ROTC Basic Course- Years 1 & 2 (No obligation necessary)
(MS I) Freshmen Year: Preparing for success as an Army Officer
• CSUF Fall semester register for MS 101 class & Spring semester register for MS 102 class
• UCI Fall Qtr. 11 & 10L, Winter Qtr. 12 & 10L and Spring Qtr. 13 & 10L
(MS II) Sophomore Year: The role of an Officer
• CSUF Fall semester register for MS 201 class & Spring semester register for MS 202 class
• UCI Fall Qtr. 21 & 10L, Winter Qtr. 22 & 10L and Spring Qtr. 23 & 10L
• Optional Cadet Summer Training Basic Course for contracted Cadets approx. 30 days at Ft. Knox, KY
• Summer paid ROTC internships available
ROTC Advanced Course- Years 3 & 4 (Contract necessary)
(MS III) Junior Year & 1
st
year graduate students: Leading Small Tactical Units
• CSUF Fall semester register for MS 201 class & Spring semester register for MS 202 class
• UCI Fall Qtr. 131 & 100L, Winter Qtr. 132 & 100L and Spring Qtr. 133 & 100L
• Required Cadet Summer Training Advance Course for all MS III, approx. 30 days at Ft. Knox, KY)
• Summer paid ROTC internships available
(MS IV) Senior Year & 2
nd
year graduate students: Transition to becoming an Officer
• CSUF Fall semester register for MS 201 class & Spring semester register for MS 202 class
• UCI Fall Qtr. 141 & 100L, Winter Qtr. 142 & 100L and Spring Qtr. 143 & 100L
*Note Cadets have Priority Registration at CSUF and are awarded a Military Science academic minor by Health & Human Development Dept. for
completing the Advanced Course
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2. Contract
1. Contract with ROTC by meeting federal requirements
• DODMERB Medical Qualification
• Court Report USAREC 1037
• Official Transcripts with GPA over 2.5/4.0 scale
• Passing Army Fitness Test and meets Army Height/Weight Standards
• 139R and 104R Academic verification of graduation date
2. Current Reserve Component students can contract using FASTRACK
• MEPS DD 2808 & DD 2807-1
• DD 369
• SMP Letter of Acceptance from USAR or CAANG 594-1 from Guard unit accepting the 09R ROTC Cadet
• Official Transcripts with GPA over 2.5/4.0 scale
• Passing Army Fitness Test and meets Army Height/Weight Standards
• 139R and 104R Academic verification of graduation date
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Contract Benefits
Type 1: GRFD Contract (Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty)
• Commissioned Officer will serve in the Reserve or Guard Component after commission
Type 2: Non-GRFD (Line)
• Cadet can compete for Active duty during ROTC or select Reserve/Guard Component service
after commissioning
All contracted cadets earn a monthly living allowance (Stipend) for each month school is in session
(10 of 12 months in a school year).
Freshman: $420.00 per month x 10mo. = $4,200.00
Sophomore: $420.00 per month x 10mo. = $4,200.00
Junior: $420.00 per month x 12mo. = $5,040.00
Senior: $420.00 per month x 12mo. = $5,040.00
Note* If the Cadet earned a campus based ROTC Scholarship or is a National ROTC Scholarship
recipient, payments will start at the time of contracting.
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3. CST ROTC Advance Camp
ROTC MS III Cadets from all ROTC schools will attend US Army Cadet
Command Cadet Summer Training (CST) Advance Camp at Ft. Knox,
KY for 32+ days over the junior/senior summer. Cadet summer stipend,
airfare and uniforms provided. Graduates of the Advance Course will
enter their last year of ROTC in preparation of becoming an
Commissioned Officer in the US ARMY.
Advance Course at Ft. Knox, KY Website
https://futurearmyofficers.army.mil/category/advanced-camp/
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4. Complete ROTC, Graduation and Commission
Commissioning Ceremony generally occurs graduation weekend on campus.
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Branch Options & Service Component
Prior to graduation the Cadet is
awarded their career branch and
component (active duty, reserve or
guard). Branches are assigned by
the Department of the Army based
on many factors including Cadet’s
preference, Cadet’s performance,
Cadet’s contract and the needs of
the Army.
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Service Agreement & Promotions
Upon Completion of the two or four year ROTC program cadets are commissioned as a Second Lieutenant
(2LT) and serve in the United States Army (4yr/4 IRR), United States Army Reserves (USAR 6yr/2 IRR) or Army
National Guard (ARNG 6yr/2 IRR).
After initial service agreement is completed, Officers have the choice to continue serving for career
advancement, rank promotion, educational opportunities and retirement benefits. The IRR (Individual Ready
Reserve) is a no duty required status, the Officer is available in case of a presidential call up or Mobilization.
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Start your Officer Career (100% Job Placement)
Active Duty or Reserve Component
After graduating with your degree, the newly commissioned 2LT will attend their Branch Course
BOLC A: Officer Commissioning Program (ROTC) on campus
BOLC B: Officer Branch Course located at selected US Army training installation
Complete BOLC B as a Branch Qualified Officer
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Review Questions
• How do I apply for college?
• What is ROTC and the Command Philosophy?
• Who is the Titan Battalion?
• Where does ROTC train?
• When does training occur?
• How does it all work?
• Am I applicable to enroll in the program?
• How do I apply for a scholarship?
• Can I be an Army Reservist or Guard Soldier and be in ROTC?
• Can I designate how I serve my commitment, AD or Reserve Component?
• What opportunities does ROTC offer while I’m in the program?
• What takes place after I graduate and commission as a 2
nd
Lieutenant?
• I have the calling to serve, is this the program?
• How to continue this interview process
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Points of Contact
Mr. Steven Yach
Recruiting Operations Officer
714-931-3440
Appointments
https://calendly.com/csufarmyrotcenrollm
ent
SSG Brian DeSantiago
ROTC SMP/National Guard Recruiter
714-334-8153
SSG Laura Valero
ROTC SMP/Army Reserve Recruiter
949-324-3477
1LT Jayson Guerra (CSUF)
Assistant Recruiting Operations
808-494-8577
1LT Royce Stanfill (UCI)
Assistant Recruiting Operations
337-549-0213
Cadet Michael Alvarez
Peer Cadet Recruiter
909-282-2912
Army ROTC Main Office
657-278-3007
armyrotc@fullerton.edu
