The Slippery Rock University Army ROTC program hosted the Western Pennsylvania Arctic Ranger Challenge, Feb. 15, at various locations around campus including Old Thompson Field and the Leadership Development Center. The competition featured more than 70 cadets from ROTC units representing SRU, Clarion, Edinboro, and Gannon. Cadets competed in timed physical and mental tasks, which included weapons assembly, a one-rope bridge and a 6.5-mile "ruck march" with backpacks, or rucksacks, loaded with at least 35 pounds of gear.
