Marian University is showing its commitment to supporting the academic and career success of future military healthcare leaders, with a new partnership with the United States Army Cadet Command (USACC). Marian’s Nursing Program and USACC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that guarantees one (1) qualified Army ROTC nursing cadet a place in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at the Fond du Lac campus each admission cycle, beginning in Fall 2025.
Strengthening Military Nursing Education
The partnership, facilitated through the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Army ROTC, will ensure that fully eligible nursing cadets have a clear pathway to complete their nursing education, while fulfilling their leadership training through the ROTC program. This initiative is designed to support the academic progression and professional development of ROTC nursing cadets, preparing them to serve as highly skilled military nurses.
“This partnership reinforces Marian University’s dedication to providing exceptional nursing education while supporting the mission of the U.S. Army,” said Dr. Cheryl Seelig, Associate Dean and Chief Nursing Administrator at Marian University. “We are proud to work alongside the USACC to create opportunities for ROTC cadets to advance their careers in military nursing.”
Key Details of the Agreement
- Guaranteed Admission: The MOU guarantees one (1) fully eligible Army ROTC nursing cadet a place in Marian University’s BSN program at the Fond du Lac campus per admission cycle, beginning Fall 2025.
- Collaborative Review: Marian University will work closely with the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Army ROTC to identify eligible cadets and ensure they meet all nursing program prerequisites.
- Annual Review: The agreement will be reviewed annually to ensure the continued success of the program and address any necessary updates.
- Flexible Termination: Either party may withdraw from the MOU with 30 days written notice prior to the end of the spring semester.
Points of Contact:
- USACC: MAJ Tanner W. Kerr, 3rd Brigade Nurse Counselor, (865) 254-8100, [email protected]
- Marian University: Dr. Cheryl Seelig, Associate Dean and Chief Nursing Administrator, (920) 923-7603, [email protected]
Marian University was founded in 1936 by the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes, a group of pioneering sisters, in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. The university has a rich tradition of dedication to the education of the whole person and offers a variety of undergraduate, master’s and adult learning degrees at its main campus and online.