UT NROTC Alumni Foundation
Vision
The Naval ROTC Alumni Foundation plays a vital role in nurturing the professional development of members of the battalion at UT's Naval ROTC Unit and fosters camaraderie for its Alumni. We will exercise leadership, guidance, and resources to promote our heritage values and interests in meeting tomorrow's challenges and opportunities.
Mission
The Naval ROTC Alumni Foundation shall cultivate Alumni fellowship, solicit their financial support for Alumni and Unit activities as determined by the Board of Directors, and encourage Alumni to participate in Foundation and Unit functions.
Support
The UT NROTC Alumni Foundation provides support to the midshipman battalion in the form of contributions to help offset expenses for training, social and competing events. Among the contributions presented from 2008-2009 were:
- Donations for training equipment to support :
- Battalion events
- 2009 Zimmerman Recon Challenge
- Travel expenses for
- Nursing Symposium in Milwaukee, WI
- Tulane Drill Competition in New Orleans, LA
- Pistol Team Competition in Boulder, CO
- Leadership Conference in Annapolis (Naval Academy)
- Formal Events:
- Navy / Marine Corps Ball
- Mess Night
Edwin W. Mergele
CDR USN (RET)
Foundation President




