ROTC cadet wins national award
By CHRISTINA CEPERO
News Writer
Ryan Kenny received the George C. Marshall Award as Notre Dame's outstanding Army ROTC cadet. It is a national award presented every year to the top Army cadet in each of the 270 ROTC programs at universities and colleges across the country.
A senior psychology and Japanese major from Billings, Mont., Kenny was selected for the Marshall Award by his battalion because he ranked the highest out of all of its cadets. He was chosen based on his qualities of leadership, physical fitness, academics, service to the community and contributions to the battalion ROTC program, according to Lt. Col. David Mosinski.
"Ryan's done a super job of leading, representing and planning activities for the ROTC battalion," Mosinski said. "He's truly an exceptional individual."
As part of receiving the award, Kenny was presented with a saber and recognized at a national security seminar in Lexington, Va. from April 15 to 18.
At the seminar, chaired by retired Lt. Gen. Charles Dyke and the Honorable John Knapp, Kenny attended roundtable discussions that addressed current topics affecting the Army.
"It was an incredible experience," Kenny said. "I was able to meet different academic scholars and leaders to discuss world affairs."
Kenny was enlisted in the Army under active duty for four years before transferring to Notre Dame as a sophomore. Last year, he was selected for the position of Battalion Commander based on his exceptional performance.
"Ryan's definitely a top-notch cadet here," Sgt. Luis Magdangal said. "He communicates well to the battalion and takes the part of Battalion Commander to heart."
In the fall, Kenny will enroll at Boston College to pursue a doctoral degree in cognitive psychology. At the end of four years, he will enter the Army Medical Service Corps.
All News Stories for Tuesday, April 29, 2003
