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About NROTC UC BERKELEY

The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) unit at UC Berkeley was established in 1926, making it one of the oldest NROTC programs in the nation. Throughout its history, the unit has trained and commissioned thousands of Navy and Marine Corps officers, many of whom have served with distinction in conflicts from World War II to the present day. The program was temporarily disbanded in 1971 due to campus and national opposition to the Vietnam War but was later reinstated in 2017 as part of a renewed commitment to military education at Berkeley. Today, the NROTC UC Berkeley unit continues its legacy of developing leaders for service in the United States Navy and Marine Corps.

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Donald Mcmackin

U.S. Navy

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A School

U.S. Navy • 1979

Buddies

U.S. Navy

All P-3 retired

VP Squadrons • U.S. Navy • 2024

My book

USS Lawrence DDG-4 • U.S. Navy • 1972

About NROTC UC BERKELEY

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Historic Legacy: The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) unit at UC Berkeley was established in 1926, making it one of the oldest NROTC units in the United States. • World War II Contributions: During World War II, the unit trained and commissioned thousands of officers who served in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters. • Temporary Disbandment: In 1971, due to anti-military sentiment during the Vietnam War era, the NROTC unit was disbanded at UC Berkeley, only to be reestablished in 1982. • Joint Service Relationships: The unit operates in close partnership with the Army and Air Force ROTC detachments at Berkeley, promoting joint service cooperation and education. • Notable Alumni: The unit boasts several distinguished alumni, including Rear Admiral Thomas A. Brooks and Vice Admiral John N. Christenson. • Commissioning Pipeline: NROTC Berkeley commissions both Navy and Marine Corps officers, offering diverse career paths from Surface Warfare to Naval Aviation and Marine Ground. • Scholarship Opportunities: The unit offers competitive national and college program scholarships, supporting students with full tuition, stipends, and leadership training. • Berkeley “Golden Bear” Battalion: The NROTC unit is nicknamed the “Golden Bear Battalion,” reflecting the university’s mascot and spirit. • Community Engagement: Midshipmen frequently volunteer for local community service, including Veterans Day parades, STEM outreach, and veteran support events. • Academic Excellence: NROTC midshipmen at UC Berkeley maintain high academic standards and often pursue challenging majors such as engineering, physics, and computer science.