Leadership, Military Science and Aerospace Studies
LTC Brian Wolhaupter,
LTC Christopher Eichorst, chairs
Leadership, Military Science
and Aerospace Studies
Goodhue Hall 303
(262) 472-1727
wolhaupb@uww.edu
Military Science Web site
Aerospace Studies Web site
About the Programs
The leadership, military science and aerospace studies program prepares students for success in any competitive environment. Students will learn firsthand the skills to lead others, motivate groups and conduct missions as an officer in the Army.
Students in the UW-Whitewater program undergo training in the Army Reserve Officers' Training Corp (ROTC). Full-tuition scholarships are available and are based on a student's merit.
Upon graduation from the Army ROTC program, students will earn the gold bar of a second lieutenant. Once officer branch training and a first assignment have been completed, students can pursue additional specialized training and post-graduate education opportunities. Advanced leadership positions and staff positions in upper management may be made available to students.
The Army ROTC faculty members bring more than 100 years of collective experience to UW-Whitewater's program. The faculty members offer students the benefit of practical experience in both the officer and non-commissioned officer roles, and will serve as mentors to future Army leaders.
Career opportunities for graduates are available in air defense artillery, field artillery, aviation, engineering, infantry special forces, military intelligence, military police or medical service corps.
Faculty/Staff Information
| Faculty/Staff | Office | Phone | |
| Thomas Fischer | GO319 | (262) 472-5255 | fischert@uww.edu |
| Barb Klietz | GO301 | (262) 472-1541 | klietzb@uww.edu |
| Michael Nyenhuis | GO306 | (262) 472-5250 | nyenhuim@uww.edu |
| David Shono | GO305 | (262) 472-5251 | shonod@uww.edu |
| Shawn Simmons | GO304 | (262) 472-6212 | simmonss@uww.edu |
| Brian Wolhaupter | GO303 | (262) 472-1727 | wolhaupb@uww.edu |
Suggested Course of Study
FRESHMAN YEAR: PREPARING FOR SUCCESS AS AN ARMY OFFICER
Topics covered include:
- Introduction to Army Leadership
- Army Customs and Traditions
- Military Operations and Tactics
- Goal Setting and Accomplishment
- Health and Physical Fitness
SOPHOMORE YEAR: THE ROLE OF AN OFFICER
Topics covered include:
- Applied Leadership Theory
- Communications
- Principles of War
- Military Operations and Tactics
JUNIOR YEAR: LEADING SMALL TACTICAL UNITS
Topics covered include:
- Command and Staff Functions
- Law of War
- Weapons
- Team Dynamics and Peer Leadership
- Military Operations and Tactics
SENIOR YEAR: TRANSITION TO BECOMING AN OFFICER
Topics covered include:
- Training the Force
- Military Justice
- Ethical Decision Making
- Personnel Management
- Cultural Awareness
- Post and Installation Support
- Military Operations and Tactics
