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The 1MC
A Look into
Savannah State
NROTC Unit
Table of Contents
History ........................................................................................ 3
Welcome Aboard ........................................................................ 4
Midshipman Commanding Officer’s Vision ............................... 5
Midshipman of the Semester ...................................................... 6
New Student orientation ............................................................. 7
NSO: Meet the Staff ................................................................... 8
Rear Admiral Stephen C. Evans Visits SSU NROTC ................ 9
Lieutenant General Walter E. Gaskin ....................................... 10
NROTC Scholarships ............................................................... 11
Halloween Run ......................................................................... 12
Marine Corps. Birthday PT ....................................................... 13
Navy and Marine Corps Birthday Ball ..................................... 14
Miss NROTC ............................................................................ 15
Fair Winds and Following Seas ................................................ 16
Holiday Party ............................................................................ 18
Contact Information .................................................................. 18
Officers Training
Corps (NROTC) program
was established in 1926 to
provide a broad base of
citizens’ knowledge in the
arts and sciences of Naval
Warfare. The program
provided an opportunity for
young men to undertake
careers in the Naval
profession. The Marine
Corps entered the NROTC
Program in 1932, offering
qualified NROTC
graduates commissions in
the United States Marine
Corps. In 1972, the
Secretary of the Navy
authorized 16 women to
enroll in the program and
attend school at one of four
colleges. Women may now
participate in the program
while attending any
NROTC affiliated college
or university. In 1990, the
NROTC Scholarship
Program was expanded to
include applicants pursuing
a four-year degree in
Nursing, leading to a
commission in the Navy
Nurse Corps.
Capt. Cochran’s Formula for
Success
1. Self confidence
2. Education and
preparation
3. Persistence
4. Performance
HISTORY
Welcome
Aboard
Gunnery Sergeant Christopher Stoudemire was born 5
November 1984 in Prattville, Alabama. He enlisted in
the United States Marine Corps on 15 September 2003
and attended recruit training at 3d Recruit Training
Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island,
SC.
In January of 2004 after successful completion of
Marine Combat Training (MCT) at Camp Johnson, NC
Gunnery Sergeant Stoudemire checked into Motor
Transportation Operator School at Fort Leonard Wood,
MO. He finished as the Honor Graduate and was
promoted meritoriously to the rank of Private First
Class.
In December 2010, Gunnery Sergeant Stoudemire
was assigned to 1st Battalion, 3d Marines Kaneohe
Hawaii, where he served as the Motor Transport
Operations Chief. GySgt Stoudemire deployed in
support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Cobra
Gold, Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP),
and Unit Deployment Program.
In January 2014, Gunnery Sergeant Stoudemire
was assigned to Logistics Operations School, Camp
Lejeune, NC as the S-4 Chief for Logistics. He was
later selected as Course Manager for Motor
Transport Staff Non-Commissioned Course.
In 2016, Gunnery Sergeant Stoudemire was
selected as the Assistant Military Officer Instructor
for Savannah State University. He successfully
served as an Officer Candidate School Sergeant in
Quantico VA over the summer before reporting to
Savannah State University as AMOI in August.
Gunnery Sergeant Stoudemire’s personal awards
include; the Navy and Marine Corps
Commendation Medal, 2nd Award, Navy and
Marine Corps Achievement Medal 3rd Award, and
Good Conduct Medal 4th award.
GySgt Stoudemire
Post MOS school, Gunnery Sergeant Stoudemire checked
into his first command, 3rd Force Service Support Group
aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan.
In November of 2004, Gunnery Sergeant Stoudemire was
assigned the billet of Licensing and Operational Vehicle
Equipment NCO, where he was responsible for licensing of
350 Marines and tracking the Operational Vehicle
Equipment for over 60 vehicles. During January of 2005
he participated in Operation Unified Assistance, which was
the humanitarian operation effort in the wake of the
Tsunami that struck South East Asia on 26 December 2004.
In May of 2006, Gunnery Sergeant Stoudemire was
assigned to MWSS 371 where he assumed the
responsibilities as Line NCO. Upon checking in, GySgt
Stoudemire was attached to MWSS 373. While there, as a
Maintenance Management clerk and Assistant Operations
Chief. Gunnery Sergeant Stoudemire deployed forward to
Al Taquedaum, Iraq.
In January 2007, Gunnery Sergeant Stoudemire received
orders to Drill Instructor (DI) School, Marine Corps Recruit
Depot, and Parris Island, SC. Upon completion of DI
School he was assigned to Company G, 2nd Recruit
Training Battalion. During this time as a Drill Instructor he
held billets as Receiving Drill Instructor, Recruit
Processing Operations Chief, and Senior Drill Instructor.
Gunnery Sergeant Stoudemire was twice selected as Drill
Instructor of the Quarter, and was nominated for Drill
Instructor of the Year. He was meritoriously promoted to
Staff Sergeant on 2 January 2009.
Midshipman Commanding
Officer’s VisiOn
“My vision this semester was to establish and maintain an environment
where Midshipmen are able to develop their professional leadership skills
through adaptive learning, mentorship, and examples set forth by
Midshipmen staff. I put a focus on recognizing Midshipmen that
demonstrate valiant effort in their college, Midshipmen, or personal
life. I.e. - Volunteer for community service, excel in classrooms, or set a
great example during Physical Training.” -Midshipman 1/C Diaz, Jose
MidshipmEn of the Semester
MARINE UNDERCLASSMEN
of the Semester,
MIDN 2/C Woods, Evans
MARINE UPPERCLASSMEN
of the Semester,
MIDN 1/C Diaz, Jose
NAVY UNDERCLASSMEN
of the Semester,
MIDN 2/C Swiney, Cierra
NAVY UPPERCLASSMEN
of the Semester,
MIDN 1/C Nolan, Mitchell
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
“I was new to the whole thing, so
it’s not what I was used to. You are
going to be shocked, but you suck it
up and get through it.”
- Midshipman 4/C,
Trimble Hackett
“Being a Troop Handler for NSO was a great experience. It
allowed me to teach discipline and mental toughness to the
new Midshipmen. It was also fun to yell and scream at them.
I enjoyed being a mentor and helping to shape them into the
ideal Midshipman and future Navy and Marine Corps
officers. I wanted to make it tough on them so they so they
can develop the boldness and confidence to overcome
obstacles. NSO was also a learning experience for me. Being
a Troop Handler allowed me to develop leadership qualities
and motivation. I would ABSOLUTELY love to be a Troop
Handler again.”
- Troop Handler,
Williams, C.
“It wasn’t that bad, but it was
funny how MIDN 4/C Lawson
got out of bed and stood at
attention as if Master Sergeant
was yelling… but it was like two
in the morning”
- Midshipman 4/C,
Urquhart
the Staff
NSO: Meet the Staff
Rear Admiral
Stephen c. Evans
Visits SSU NROTC
“He had a vast amount of knowledge that will
help me and all young officers become better
prepared for the fleet. It was truly a humbling
experience”
-Midshipman 2/C Lago, Sean
MIDN 2/C Reddish takes a picture
with Rear Admiral Evans
Rear Admiral Stephan C. Evans
and the Savannah State
University NROTC Unit
Rear Admiral Stephen C. Evans, USN Commander of Naval Service Training Command
visited Savannah State University (SSU) on Thursday September 1.
Rear Admiral Evans spoke to the students and staff of the NROTC and later spoke with
the President of Savannah State University.
Rear Admiral Evans is from Beaufort, South Carolina.
He also spoke with the president of Savannah state, Dr. Dozier, says Captain
Lacy. “He spoke to her about any concerns or problems going on with the University, he
seemed very concerned and helpful”.
When asking when he thought that SSU would see Rear Admiral Evans in the future
CAPT Lacy said,
“This is his first year as the Rear Admiral and he has over 60 other schools he will be
attending this year, He’s a busy man so we don’t know when he will be coming back but
we would love to see him again in the future”
– CAPT Lacy, Commanding Officer of NROTC.
According to Midshipman first class Jose Diaz, Rear Admiral Evans wanted to make
sure students had a sense in purpose in everything they did. Diaz also felt like the speech
motivated him, the incoming freshmen and also seniors who will leaving and getting
ready for their new chapters in life.
“
Lieutenant general Walter e.
Gaskin
Lieutenant General Walter E. Gaskin began his military career after his 1974 graduation from Savannah State
University’s NROTC Scholarship Program with a Bachelor of Science degree.
Lieutenant General Gaskin served as the Commanding General of the 2d Marine Division at Camp Lejeune,
NC from June 2006 until July 2008. In addition to this role, he simultaneously served as the Commanding
General of II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward). During this tour, Lieutenant General Gaskin led II MEF
(FWD) during its year-long deployment to Al Anbar Province, Iraq as the Commanding General of
Multinational Forces-West.
Previous assignments as a General Officer include service as the Vice Director of the Joint Staff, Washington,
D.C. from July 2008 until May 2009 and as the Commanding General of Marine Corps Recruiting Command
in Quantico, VA beginning in September 2002. Additionally, he served as the Chief of Staff, Naval Striking
and Support Forces-Southern Europe and as the Deputy Commanding General, Fleet Marine Forces-Europe
in Naples, Italy from 2002 to 2004. Lieutenant General Gaskin's first assignment as a General Officer was the
Commanding General, Training and Education Command in Quantico in March 2000.
In addition to his service at Camp Lejeune, Lieutenant General Gaskin has also served with 3rd Force Service
Support Group (Echo and Foxtrot Logistics Support Units); 3rd Marine Division (Division Command Center)
in Okinawa, Japan; and with Combined Forces Command C/J-3, Seoul, South Korea as the Head of Ground
Forces Branch. Lieutenant General Gaskin's supporting establishment service includes assignment as Series
Commander and Company Commanding at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, SC; Marine Officer
Instructor, Savannah State University NROTC Unit; Assistant Officer Selection Officer, Recruiting Station
Macon, GA; Action Officer in charge of Unit Environmental Training Programs for Marine Corps Combat
Development Center; and Ground Colonels' Monitor at Headquarters Marine Corps. Lieutenant General
Gaskin retired from the United States Marine Corps on 31 October 2013.
MIDN 1/C Diaz giving LtGen Gaskin a
SSU challenge coin as a token of
appreciation
LtGen Gaskin and the Midshipmen Company
NROTC Scholarships
The AFCEA Mr. Mort Marks
Memorial Scholarship was
established in 2010 by the
AFCEA Montgomery Chapter
through the AFCEA Educational
Foundation in memory of Mr.
Mort Marks, an able member of
the Chapter who made many
significant contributions and
support to further its Education
Foundation and its benefactors.
Mr. Marks, a graduate of the U.S.
Naval Academy, was a long time
Air Force civil service employee.
During his 35-year career, he
attained the civil service rank of
Senior Executive Service, Level
IV. The Chapter will make an
annual contribution to the
Foundation in support of this
award.
MIDN 1/C Lynn, Kurt receives
the AFCEA Mr. Mort Marks
Memorial Scholarship
(From left to right) MIDN Keyhea, Verette, Ward, Emmons, and
Reddish receive NROTC scholarships at the 2016-2017
Savannah State Foundation Award Ceremony
HALLOWEEN RUN
The Savannah State
University NROTC
program, conducts an
Annual Halloween Run
to promote morale and
Tiger pride. Every year,
people line up to watch
as the NROTC program
runs a designated route in
exhilarating costumes.
From goofy to scary,
each Midshipman share
in the moment of
comradery. This is one of
the many experiences
that follow SSU
Midshipmen to the fleet.
ANNUAL RUN
The NROTC program of Savannah State University dressed in their
Halloween costumes at the annual Halloween run
Capt Mathew, GySgt Stoudemire, and SSgt
Puzzuoli in their Ghostbusters costumes
MIDN 3/C Rutledge in costume during
The Annual Halloween Run
MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY
p.t.
Savannah State University NROTC Marine Option's PT
on the Marine Corps Birthday
“Going out and getting some good ole P.T in on the Marine Corps
Birthday was very motivating and inspiring. The moment that really
capture my attention was when our old now retired AMOI MSgt
James came out of now where and started running with us. Nothing
makes me more proud than to know I am going to be serving our
country in a great branch. THE U.S Marine Corps. KILL
-MIDN 1/C Flanary
The Marine Corps Birthday is the most motivating
day we have in the Marine Corps. Everything stops to
celebrate and honor over 240 years of tradition that is
drilled and etched into our hearts and souls. It brings
new and old Marines together, as MSgt. James return
to PT for the day.
-1/C Williams
Navy and marine corps
birthday ball
Military Ball is celebrated
annually by the Midshipmen
Company and staff. The entire
program is put together by the
MIDN Company and this year it
was performed on the actual day
of the Marine Corps Birthday on
10 November 2016. This is a fun
experience that the midshipmen
can take part in and will have
knowledge of how a Military
Ball is orchestrated in the Fleet.
At Military Ball, it is customary
that the oldest member
present,cut the cake and passes it
to the youngest member present.
MISS NROTC
MIDN 1/C Grant
Business Management Major
Attending the SSU homecoming
Parade
What does being Miss NROTC means to you?
“Being Miss NROTC means to me that I have
gained the respect of my peers and that they
look up to me as a leader. Dedication and hard
work truly pays off and that when you put
something you love first, others around you take
notice. “ How have you inspired other Midshipmen
throughout the years?
“I inspire others just by being myself and being there
for any and every one above or below me. Being that
mentor especially to the NROTC females is what kept
me motivated knowing that had someone they can
count on and talk to about anything really meant a lot to
me. Many looked up to me because I never turned my
back on them when they were in need and when I
needed someone to listen or be there for me, my
midshipmen company was always there lending a
helping hand.”
What can you take away from this experience?
“Being that I graduate this semester I can take so
much with me to the fleet from the year that I’ve
been here. The most important thing I take away is to
remain humble and never change who you are!”
MIDN 1/C Grant escorted by MIDN 1/C Smith
at SSU Coronation
Fair Winds and Following Seas
ENS Jasmine Sweet
Hometown: Decatur, Georgia
Degree: Civil Engineering Technology
Duty Station: USS Mcfaul in Norfolk,
Virginia
Community: Engineering Duty Officer
ENS Shaun Smith
Hometown: Tallahassee, Florida
Degree: Computer Science Technology
Duty Station: USS Boxer in San Diego,
California
Community: Surface Warfare
ENS Jameila Grant
Hometown: Savannah, Georgia
Degree: Business Management
Duty Station: USS Essex in San Diego California
Community: Surface Warfare
ENS Cody Rigney
Hometown: Warner Robins, Georgia
Degree: Marine Sciences
Duty Station: USS Carl Vinson in San Diego
California
Community: Surface Warfare
2ndLt Joshua James
Hometown: Jacksonville, Florida
Degree: History
Duty Station: TBS in Quantico, Virginia
2ndLt Jose Diaz
Hometown: Orlando, Florida
Degree: Homeland Security and
Emergency Management
Duty Station: TBS in Quantico, Virginia
2ndLt Alexander Ontivero
Hometown: Miami, Florida
Degree: Criminal Justice
Duty Station: TBS in Quantico, Virginia
2ndLt Alanna Puzzuoli
Hometown: South Pasadena, California
Degree: Business Management
Duty Station: TBS in Quantico, Virginia
Holiday party
“I felt it important to say that I was IMPRESSED with the
Holiday Party yesterday (yes, correct word used here). The
food was absolutely delicious, the gifts were great (minus my
linguine gift!), and the sweaters were ridiculous. To name a
few of those who did the behind the scenes work to make this
happen- MIDN Rigney, MIDN Ontivero, MIDN Grant, MIDN
Emmons, MIDN Leysath, and MIDN Flanary- thank you to all
those who contributed to make the day a resounding success!”
-Captain Mathew, Amanda
“It was a fun and awesome experience. It
generated tons of morale for the company
leading into finals week.”
-MIDN 2/C Norman, Tamarcus
MIDN enjoying the ‘Dirty Santa
Game”
Contact Information
Please contact the recruiting officer.
LT Muzik McClinton
Instructor
NROTC Unit
Phone: 912.358.3095
Commanding Officer
(912) 358-3095
Executive Officer
(912) 358-3095
Marine Officer Instructor
(912) 358-3085
Junior/Senior Advisor
(912) 358-3084
Freshman/Sophomore Advisor
Recruiter
(912) 358-3087
Assistant Marine Officer Instructor
PFA Coordinator
(912) 358-3091
Supply
(912) 358-3086
Administration
(912) 358-3095
Fax (912) 358-3187