Welcome to the Jayhawk Battalion
Congratulations on choosing Army ROTC, we are happy to be a part of your path towards commissioning as an Officer in the United States Army. We invite you to attend our New Cadet Orientation (NCO) from 19-21 August 2026.
Sign Up for Fall 2026 New Cadet Orientation
Join New Cadet Orientation (NCO): A dynamic three-day Cadet-led training event to kickstart your ROTC journey. Held at KU's Military Science Building the week before the school year begins. Connect with ROTC Cadre and Cadet Leadership, undergo medical screening, set training goals, complete paperwork, and engage in physical training. Don't miss the Cadet Command Fitness Assessment (CCFA) for scholarship contracting. Participate in these exciting events and prepare for success in ROTC!
- The Cadet Command Fitness Assessment (CCFA)
- Information Briefings
- In-Processing Packet review
- Uniform Issue. Please fill out the Uniform Pre-Order prior to arriving, button below.
- Medical screening provided by Watkins Health
- Sports PT
Important: Medical Statement for ROTC (.pdf) must be completed by 12 August 2026. If unable to meet the deadline, a designated day for Cadet Physicals will be arranged. Visit Watkins Health at KU (KU students only) or consult your doctor. Ensure the form is signed and stamped by a Physician or PA for validity. Participation in Orientation and program activities requires this form. (If it cannot be stamped, please have the provider photo copy their card to the form).
RSVP: To join New Cadet Orientation, complete the New Cadet in-Processing Sheet and email it to Mr. Lawrence Jenkins following the provided instructions. Save time by scheduling summer appointments for early in-processing and paperwork submission before NCO.
NCO Schedule of Events
All events are subject to change, this is a TENTATIVE Schedule
WEDNESDAY: 19 AUG 26 (First Day of NCO) *Summerfield Hall*
0800 - Arrival
0815 - Ice Breaker/Introduction - Squad interaction
0900- Cadre Introductions
0930- Cadet Leadership Introductions
1000- Task Organization/Staff & Leadership Duties
1030 - Week of a Cadet / Time Management & Battle Rhythm
1100 – Semester Calendar Brief
1130 – Release for Lunch
1230-1500 - Break into Platoons – Round Robin style
PLT 1: *Move to MSB Supply Room* Uniform Sizing and Issue
PLT 2: AR 670-1 (How to wear the uniform/AR 670-1) *Summerfield Hall*
PLT 3: MASC Tour *Summerfield Hall* (email sent requesting tour 28JUL)
1500-1530 – First Command Brief (Matt Anderson)
TBD – Ending brief (Tomorrow schedule, what to bring) *Prepare for Cadet Photos*
THURSDAY: 20 AUG 26 *Summerfield Hall*
0600 – Arrival (Robinson Tennis Court) - PTs/civilian equivalent
0610 – PRT
0730 – 0900 Hygiene/Breakfast
0900 – 1100 Iris Photobooth (required for all cadets)
1000- 2982/2983 Introduction (MSG Mabry)
1030 – ROO Brief/ KSARNG Brief
1100- 104R Overview (Ms. Persinger)
1130 – Lunch
1230 – Communications SOP Overview (MAJ Hicks)
1245- SHARP/ EO/ Title IX (NEED TO COORDINATE)
1320 – Break
1330 – Behavioral Health (NEED TO COORDINATE)
1345- AUSA (Tentative)
1415 – Complete - Height/Waist (get info to show them where they are at Friday morning)
1500 – End Brief
FRIDAY: 21 AUG 26
0600 - Arrival (Shenk Field)/Accountability (Shenk Field approved)
0610 - AFT Introduction
0730 - Release
0800- Sports Physical (Watkins)
0900-1100- Iris Photobooth (for anyone who didn’t complete day prior)
1000- “Dad” Perry West (location)
-Team Building (Leavenworth Resilience Team)
-Introduce AAR to set up for future AARs
1130 – Lunch (Need # of cadets and what do we want to eat?)
1300 – Safety Brief and Release
Important Information:
- Early move-in request through KU will be for 16 AUG 26
- Parking for Cadets is recommended in the Allen Fieldhouse Parking Garage