Detachment 155 AFROTC

• Established in 1948: Detachment 155 of the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) was established at the University of South Alabama, originally part of the larger post-World War II expansion of ROTC programs. • Location: Detachment 155 is based at Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee, Florida, serving as the primary AFROTC unit for the region. • Cross-Town Affiliations: The detachment provides AFROTC training to students from several nearby institutions, including Florida A&M University, Tallahassee Community College, and others. • Distinguished Alumni: Detachment 155 has produced numerous high-ranking officers, including generals and notable leaders in the United States Air Force and Space Force. • National Recognition: The detachment has received multiple Air Force Organizational Excellence Awards and has been recognized as one of the top-performing AFROTC units in the country. • Community Engagement: Cadets from Detachment 155 are active in community service, including supporting veterans’ organizations and participating in local outreach programs. • Flight Training Opportunities: Detachment 155 offers select cadets the chance to participate in the Air Force’s Flight Training program, giving them a head start on pilot careers. • Color Guard & Honor Guard: The detachment’s Color Guard is regularly featured at university and local events, representing the Air Force with pride and precision. • First Female Commander: In 2001, Detachment 155 appointed its first female commander, reflecting the evolving diversity of leadership within AFROTC. • Annual 9/11 Memorial Run: Each year, Detachment 155 organizes a 9/11 memorial run, honoring the victims of September 11th and promoting unity and remembrance within the campus and local community.