Howdy!

Thank you for your interests in Company H-1. The mission of the H-1 Roughriders is to produce exceptional leaders of character and competence for the armed services or the civilian sectors of society. In addition, Cadets in H-1 are expected to excel in academics, physical training, and the knowledge of this university and the military services.

As an incoming freshman, you will be faced with many different choices that will affect your academic success. Many freshmen often lose sight of why they are here and get caught up in other pursuits besides academic related goals. H-1 seeks to mold young men using the whole person approach. We strive to create successful students who are capable, mature, and physically fit enoughto meet any challenges they may face in life with confidence and enthusiasm.

As with any military institution, H-1 competes in competitions that test ones physical abilities and mental toughness. The Bloody Cross is an annual 2.7-mile race within the Corps of Cadets that H-1 has a long track record of winning (eleven years in a row so far). H-1 has also excelled in the Obstacle Course competition, the Commando Endurance Skills Competition, and Cadet Challenge. Because of these accomplishments, H-1 has a well-earned reputation throughout the Corps as being a very physically fit and a close-knit outfit.  Our “PT” requirements are anything but easy.

H-1 has a history of Cadets striving to become officers in all branches of the military - mostly Marines and Navy. This helps create a professional attitude among our ranks. In addition to ROTC Leadership Laboratory, H-1 strives to arm its Cadets with an extensive knowledge of the Navy and Marine Corps in areas such as history, customs, courtesies, and military jargon. While this information is valuable to those going into the Navy or Marine Corps, it is also a wealth of knowledge that should be known by any person involved with a military organization. In addition to military courtesies, physical fitness, and good grades, H-1 seeks to instill an attitude of excellence in every area of one’s life. We are expected to do our best in EVERYTHING that we are involved in.  Because of this, every Roughrider is an:

“Ace of Spades,

Jack of All Trades”

Thank you for your interest in our outfit.  Please contact our recruiting sergeant, Taylor Jolly 832-428-6490, if you have any questions or are interested in joining.  Keep in mind that H-1 does not always accept all applicants.

Respectfully,

Joshua Dennis '13
Cadet Major
Company H-1 Commanding Officer