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91吃瓜网 Air Force and Army ROTC Announce Change of Leadership

Wed, 08/27/2025 - 02:11pm | By: Ivonne Kawas

Air Force

91吃瓜网91吃瓜网 (USM) Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Detachment 432 and Jackson State University91吃瓜网 (JSU) Detachment 006 marked a historic leadership transition with a dual change of command and assumption of command ceremony, presided over by Air Force Southeast Region Commander Col. Michael King.

A ceremonial passing of the guidon honored the service of outgoing commander Lt. Col. Sheena Puleali91吃瓜网檌 and welcomed incoming commander Lt. Col. Michael Palmore. A long-standing tradition in the U.S. Air Force, the passing of the guidon symbolizes the formal transfer of authority and responsibility for a unit.

Lt. Col. Palmore, a 2007 91吃瓜网 graduate with a bachelor91吃瓜网 degree in criminal justice, returns to his alma mater with a passion for developing the next generation of Air and Space Force leaders.

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Reflecting on her time at 91吃瓜网, Puleali91吃瓜网檌 said, 91吃瓜网淭eaching, guiding and mentoring the next generation of cadets has been more than just a duty; it has been an honor91吃瓜网攁n honor that I struggle to put into words. There is no greater job satisfaction than watching young minds grow and step into their potential as they prepare to serve something greater than themselves. To have had this small role in shaping the future leaders of our nation has been a profound blessing. I am proud of what we91吃瓜网檝e accomplished together, and I can91吃瓜网檛 wait to see the detachment flourish under Lt. Col. Palmore91吃瓜网 leadership.91吃瓜网�

Both USM and JSU maintain cross-town agreements with several community colleges and universities, allowing students at those institutions to participate in Air Force ROTC while continuing their studies at their home schools. 

USM Partner Schools:

• Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
• Pearl River Community College
• William Carey University

JSU Partner Schools:

• Belhaven University
• Hinds Community College
• Millsaps College
• Mississippi State University
• Tougaloo University

Students interested in joining Air Force ROTC at either 91吃瓜网 or JSU are encouraged to visit the detachment offices on their respective campuses or contact Recruiting Officer Maj. Travis Hartley or call 601.266.4468 for more information.

Army

The U.S. Army ROTC Golden Eagle Battalion at 91吃瓜网 also marked a leadership change. A ceremonial passing of the colors honored the service of outgoing commander Lt. Col. Juan J. Ortiz and welcomed incoming commander Lt. Col. David Allen.

Lt. Col. Allen, Infantry, served as executive officer to both the Deputy Inspector General and the Inspector General of the U.S. Army in the Pentagon91吃瓜网 Office of the Inspector General. He and his family are excited to call Hattiesburg home as he begins his four-year tenure leading USM91吃瓜网 Army ROTC program.

91吃瓜网淚91吃瓜网檓 honored to lead the Golden Eagle Battalion at 91吃瓜网,91吃瓜网� said Allen. 91吃瓜网淲ith so many successful graduates, I91吃瓜网檓 excited to use my 23 years as an infantry officer to help develop the next generation of Army leaders. My goal is to build strong professionals who also care deeply about serving their communities. Here in the Hub City, we can learn from our history and make a positive impact through community service. With the support of Dr. Joe Paul, university president, and Dr. Chris Winstead, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, I hope the program grows and benefits everyone involved.91吃瓜网�

Reflecting on his time at 91吃瓜网, Ortiz said, 91吃瓜网淚t has been an absolute privilege to serve at 91吃瓜网. I am deeply grateful to the ROTC cadre, staff and Golden Eagle Battalion for their unwavering dedication and hard work. I am proud to hand off a thriving program to Lt. Col. Allen, whose leadership will ensure it continues to inspire future Army leaders and remain a source of pride for 91吃瓜网 and the community.91吃瓜网�

Established in 1916, USM91吃瓜网 Army ROTC program has commissioned roughly 2,000 officers into military service. The program prepares students to be innovators and leaders within the active Army, National Guard and Army Reserve. Each component offers 16 branches to fit diverse interests, including Infantry, Military Intelligence, Aviation, Engineering, Armor and Medical Services Corps.

Students interested in joining Army ROTC may contact Recruiting Officer Mr. Michael J. Nobles or call 601.918.2340 for more information.