During the semester, the Cadets of the Wildcat Battalion set off to participate in the 5th annual Run-a-Thon on February 15, 2013 at the Superior Dome in order to raise money for the program and for the VA Jacobetti Home for Veterans. The NMU Army ROTC Wildcat Battalion donated $1,000.00 to help area veterans of the Jacobetti center with member assistance and volunteer activities.

Mr. Bart Carrol, the owner of South Shore Barber, is presented an award by LTC Kyle Rambo for his continued support of the NMU ROTC Wildcat Battalion. Mr. Carrol was presented a plaque as a token of the battalion's appreciation for all the great haircuts and great conversations with the Cadets.

Dr. Harvey Wallace (dean of College of Professional Studies) is presented an award by LTC Kyle Rambo for his continued support of the ROTC battalion on campus. Dr. Wallace was being honored for his support of the battalion in allowing the ROTC department to conduct training as needed, and assisting the battalion with new training aides.

The 5 person Ranger Challenge (All-Female Team) was awarded a display case showing all of the streamers the team had won between Task Force McCoy and Brigade Ranger Challenge. The Female team beat the University of Marquette in convincing Fashion and just missed first place at brigade Ranger Challenge by 2 minutes. The female team consisted of five new girls and only two returning competitors. They were coached by CPT Ben Hormann. Way to go Female Team!