Southern Guards Battalion Army ROTC

Southern Guards Battalion Army ROTC Training & commissioning excellent Army officers since 1919. After 4 years of training, our Cadets will enter into the United States Army as a 2nd Lieutenants.

We are headquartered at Wofford College with satellite offices at the University of South Carolina Upstate, Gardner Webb University and Converse University. The Southern Guards Battalion is a Senior ROTC Battalion consisting of students from Wofford College, USC Upstate and Converse College.

As another semester comes to a close, the Southern Guards Battalion would like to extend our sincere gratitude to everyo...
05/23/2026

As another semester comes to a close, the Southern Guards Battalion would like to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who helped make this semester a success. From guest speakers and mentors to nutrition support, volunteers, alumni, cadre, and those working behind the scenes, your time and support made a lasting impact on our program and cadets.
Thank you for investing in our future leaders! Conquer and Prevail!🇺🇸

On May 16th, 2026, the next generation of Army leaders took their oath. Congratulations to the Southern Guards Battalion...
05/19/2026

On May 16th, 2026, the next generation of Army leaders took their oath. Congratulations to the Southern Guards Battalion Class of 2026 on commissioning as Second Lieutenants in the United States Army! 🇺🇸

Congratulations to:
2LT Canaday
2LT Chandler
2LT Cutinella
2LT Dall
2LT Fasano
2LT Gentile
2LT Hall
2LT Joseph
2LT Lutsuk
2LT Munn
2LT Worf

Your dedication, resilience, and leadership have left a lasting impact on Southern Guards Battalion. Years of early mornings, challenges, and hard work led to this moment, and we are proud to watch you take the next step in service to our nation. Best of luck as you begin your journeys as Army officers. Special thanks to Retired Major General Vincent B. Barker for joining us and helping make this day even more memorable!

Today we celebrate our senior cadets as they take the next step and commission as Army officers🇺🇸📍 Leonard Auditorium, M...
05/16/2026

Today we celebrate our senior cadets as they take the next step and commission as Army officers🇺🇸

📍 Leonard Auditorium, Main Building
🕐 1:00 PM

Livestream link:
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Final PT complete🇺🇸An awesome way to wrap things up alongside seniors and the privilege of having retired Major General ...
05/15/2026

Final PT complete🇺🇸
An awesome way to wrap things up alongside seniors and the privilege of having retired Major General Vincent B. Barker join us for the morning. Strong effort, great company, and a great reminder of what leadership and teamwork look like👏🏻

A few weeks ago, our cadets took on the challenge of the German Armed Forces Badge for Military Proficiency (GAFB), push...
05/09/2026

A few weeks ago, our cadets took on the challenge of the German Armed Forces Badge for Military Proficiency (GAFB), pushing themselves through demanding events that tested both physical and mental toughness.
We are proud of all who took part and all who represented our battalion with resilience, determination, and teamwork throughout the competition. 🇺🇸🇩🇪

ah man, almost finals…
05/08/2026

ah man, almost finals…

Celebrating the legacy, traditions, and future leaders of our Army at this year’s Military Ball🇺🇸
04/27/2026

Celebrating the legacy, traditions, and future leaders of our Army at this year’s Military Ball🇺🇸

The Norwegian Ruck didn’t just test distance, it tested resilience. Heat beating down, miles stacking up, and no shortcu...
04/23/2026

The Norwegian Ruck didn’t just test distance, it tested resilience. Heat beating down, miles stacking up, and no shortcuts in sight. Every step was earned. Huge shoutout to Clemson ROTC and the Engineer Battalion for showing out and embracing the suck with us🇺🇸🏅

04/10/2026

What even is a SDC anyways?

Cadets faced new heights last week!👏🏻From mastering the confidence tower climb to Swiss seats and running patrol base op...
04/01/2026

Cadets faced new heights last week!👏🏻From mastering the confidence tower climb to Swiss seats and running patrol base ops, SGB are building skills and trust! 🇺🇸 Huge thanks to Gardner-Webb Campus Recreation for making it possible! 💪

Address

Spartanburg, SC
29303

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.uscupstate.edu/armyROTC/, http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/, https://gardner-webb

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