Western Kentucky University / B / Timothy Brotherton

This was an honors colloquia and very enjoyable. It was set up as a seminar and we had a different topic to discuss every week. We didn't have much homework and the final was a 10 page paper and presentation. The paper was a little hard, but he helps you with it if you go talk to him. He was always willing to help me if I needed it. With a little effort, it's easy to get an A.

The ROTC program is demanding both physically and mentally. Major Brotherton trains his cadets to standard to be competitive in the world of the US Army. He is fun to train with and he teaches to the cadet, not at the cadet. ROTC is fun along with the requirements. This course is designed for persons who wish to take on a career in the Army (either active duty, Reserve or National Guard). As a prior combat veteran, I still was able to learn new things. The entire department has been helpful to make my transition from the NCO corps to Commissioned ranks easier. I personally selected WKU after researching multiple other universities and their Army ROTC programs. Major Brotherton and the rest of the department will keep you above standard at all times and prepare you for future training. I've heard is said that cadets from WKU are noticed for having top-notch training. When it comes time for training outside of the campus (LDAC, BOLC-II), other non WKU cadre members expect high quality from WKU cadets because they know we have such great training and cadre members that shape and mold us for the job of protecting America and our way of life. In addition, you get paid once you contract. Stop in to see anyone from the department if you are even thinking about serving your country for a few years or as a career officer. You can retire in only 20 years.