Fall Battalion Change of Command Ceremony

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

In the military, the Change of Command ceremony is a common but important event that takes place when a new commander accepts responsibility for the unit. The University of Pennsylvania Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps conducted its change of command on Friday, 02DEC2022, during which time MIDN First Class Conway passed the reins to MIDN First Class Scurio.

NROTC Formation

The University of Pennsylvania Consortium NROTC battalion in formation in front of the fall semester Battalion Commander, Midshipmen First Class Conway.

Passing of the Colors

Midshipmen Second Class Tinney, who was the first semester's Sergeant Major, salutes the University of Pennsylvania NROTC colors, as Midshipmen Conway passes the colors to Midshipmen Scurio. This action signifies the passing of responsibility from one commander to the next.

Change of Command Complete

Midshipmen First Class Dwyer, fall semester's Bravo Company Commander, salutes the new Battalion Commandering Officer, Midshipmen First Class Scurio, as a symbol of respect.

"I am proud of the work we have done this semester and I can’t wait to see the work we continue to do."

Midshipman First Class Conway, Offgoing Battalion Commanding Officer

"I will serve you to the best of my abilities and I want to continue to grow and excel as a Battalion."

Midshipman First Class Scurio, Oncoming Battalion Commanding Officer

LT Joseph Miller

Surface Warfare Officer and Naval Science Instructor at the University of Pennsylvania NRTOC Consortium.

Post adapted from article written by Midshipman Fourth Class Richmond of Temple University.