Corps of Cadets
The Corps of Cadets is a student organization that offers opportunities to build friendships, develop leadership skills, and take an active role in campus and community life. Members participate in Cadet Engagement Teams, Ranger Challenge, Cannon Crew, Color Guard, and the Army Ten-Miler.
Whether competing together, carrying on military traditions, supporting events, or volunteering in the community, cadets put leadership and teamwork into practice. These experiences strengthen connections with fellow students and bring military traditions and service to the campus and surrounding community.
Cadet Engagement Teams:
Cadet Engagement Teams connect with future students, campus organizations, and the surrounding community. Cadets share their experiences during recruiting activities and campus visits, assist with JROTC and university events, and collaborate with student organizations on service projects.
From supporting events to volunteering for roadside cleanups, cadets put leadership and teamwork into practice while serving others and strengthening community relationships.
Ranger Challenge:
Ranger Challenge offers cadets the opportunity to push their limits, build strong team bonds, and compete against other universities. Through demanding events, participants put their tactical skills, physical endurance, leadership, and problem-solving abilities to the test.
If you enjoy competition and working toward a shared goal, Ranger Challenge could be for you. Tryouts are held every fall.
CANNON CREW:
The Cannon Crew brings tradition and excitement to Millersville home football games with a replica Revolutionary War 3-pound cannon and carriage. Listen for its distinctive boom after the National Anthem, when the Marauders score, and at the end of the game.
Trained cadet volunteers operate the cannon at home games and select special events. Crew members learn firing commands, safe operating procedures, and equipment maintenance while building teamwork and keeping a campus tradition alive.
COLOR GUARD:
The pride and dignity portrayed by this team at every event is unmatched. They present our nation's colors at the university's athletic programs, local veteran events, and whenever requested.
TEN MILER TEAM:
Cadets participate annually in the Army Ten-Miler, a 10-mile race in Washington, D.C., alongside service members, veterans, military families, and runners from across the country.
Training and competing together helps cadets build endurance, strengthen friendships, and represent their universities. The experience highlights determination, teamwork, and pride in the military community.