Capital Battalion Naval ROTC

🔔 Commissioning 2025 🔔

Up next, MIDN 1/C Joseph Loel, the spring semester Athletics Officer. Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, MIDN Loel is a Political Theory major from The Catholic University of America. For the past four years he has been a committed member of both the CUA Men’s Swim team, and the Capital Battalion’s Spec War Club.

Over the past two years, MIDN Loel has studied abroad both in Taiwan as a member of Project Go, and with the CUA study abroad Rome program. There he earned a wealth of knowledge and experience that will serve him well in the Fleet.

Last summer MIDN Loel had the opportunity to go on a highly competitive Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Cruise. From his performance there and his exemplary conduct at the unit, he was selected to be a Special Operations Officer following commissioning. We are greatful for the the leadership and kindheartedness he has imposed on us and look forward to his future service. Initial Success or Total Failure.
Congratulations, and Semper Fortis.

🔔 Commissioning 2025 🔔

Last semester, MIDN 1/C Ankush Dwivedi led the battalion as the Fall 2024 Battalion Commanding Officer. He is from Leesburg, Virginia and will be graduating from GWU, majoring in Criminal Justice with minors in Law & Society and Naval Science. Outside of ROTC, he enjoys working out, cooking, playing chess.

Last summer MIDN Dwivedi went on a 1/C aviation cruise out of Norfolk, VA. There he flew with three other Capital Battalion midshipmen with the HM - 15 Blackhawks.

Last fall the battalion got to experience his leadership with an invigorating and successful semester. Now he has been instrumental as a mentor on the drill field and for hopeful future aviators.

Fair Winds and Following Seas!

🔔 Commissioning 2024 🔔

MIDN 1/C Bridget Sundheim is the Capital Battalion’s Executive Officer and next up on the count down to commissioning. Her Hometown is Delano, Minnesota and she is studying International Business and Finance at GWU. Some hobbies include running, reading, and hanging out with siblings and friends.

Last summer MIDN Sundheim spent her time on the USS McCampbell, DDG 85. There she earned a Blue Chip from the ship’s CO for her integrity and enthusiasm, hallmark traits of good leaders. While in port she visited many historical sites, and underway she took part in exercises with the ROK Navy.

After Commissioning MIDN Sundheim will be heading out to Yokosuka, Japan the home port of the USS McCampbell. As the Alpha Company 1st Sgt, MIDN Sundheim was recognized for her exemplary leadership. Now as the Battalion Executive Officer, we look forward to her good guidance for her last semester.
Fair Winds and Following Seas!

On 08 NOV, the Capital Battalion hosted the Navy and Marine Corps Birthday Ball. In attendance as the Guest of Honor was Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea. During his remarks, MCPON Honea noted the importance of building connections with those you lead. He recognized MIDN 1/C Sundheim and Bush, MIDN 2/C Morgan, and MIDN 3/C Witzel, all of whom are known for their ability to make an impact on others. In accordance with tradition, the youngest and oldest Sailors and Marines share a piece of cake symbolizing the teamwork across generations. The pieces of cake were shared by MCPON Honea and MIDN 4/C Obikwelu, and Capt. Rocha and MIDN 4/C Loh.

The Navy and Marine Corps Birthday Ball is a time-honored tradition that celebrates and honors the rich history of the services. It provides a forum to recognize the sacrifice of service men and women who came before us while reinforcing the spirit and camaraderie of those in attendance.

Thank you to all that joined to celebrate the Navy and Marine Corps 249th birthday!