ROTC Students Gather With Father Marina, Former U.S. Sen. Casey
ROTC students from The University of Scranton and other local colleges attended a luncheon, held April 21 at The Colonnade in downtown Scranton, with University leaders. Pictured, from left: Bob Casey, former U.S. Sen. and the University’s Leahy Distinguished Fellow in Public Service; Adam Zarola, Wilkes University; Steven Wohlmuth, University of Scranton; David McIntyre, University of Scranton; Nick Luzetski, University of Scranton; Nat Badilla, University of Scranton; John Heath, East Stroudsburg University; Caleb Grossman, University of Scranton; Steven Tellez, East Stroudsburg University; Jay Wenger, professor of military science and leader of the Royal Warrior Battalion Army ROTC program; and Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., University president.The University of Scranton honored its Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) students at a special luncheon, held April 21 at The Colonnade in downtown Scranton.
Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., University president, offered a blessing as the students dined with him; former U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, the University’s Leahy Distinguished Fellow in Public Service; and Lt. Col. Jay Wenger, professor of military science and leader of the Royal Warrior Battalion Army ROTC program.
ROTC is a college-based leadership and training program that prepares students to serve after graduation as officers in the U.S. military. ROTC cadets pursue their academic degrees while participating in military science courses, leadership training and physical fitness activities.
In its most recent rankings, U.S. News and World Report ranked Scranton No. 3 in the North category for “Best Colleges for Veterans,” recognizing the University’s efforts in making higher education more accessible and affordable for veterans and active-duty service members.
