Foundations of Leadership

Catalog description

MILS 1020 introduces students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership and being committed to the idea that America and its founding documents remain the most powerful force for good in human history. Students learn the importance of personal development in life skills such as critical thinking, resilience, holistic health and fitness, and communication process. Students receive awareness training in Antiterrorism and introductory classes in tactics beginning with Team and Squad Basic Components, Basic Movements, Basic Patrolling, and Battle Drills that will be the foundation throughout their military careers. Students will apply classroom knowledge during hands-on performance-oriented weekly labs, and physical readiness training sessions (ending with a diagnostic Army Fitness Test) facilitated by MS Ill Cadets and supervised by MS IVs and cadre. NOTE: Weekly Lab attendance and Physical Readiness Training (PRT) sessions are not mandatory for Non-contracted Freshmen, but highly recommended.