Cyclone Battalion
The ISU NROTC Cyclone Battalion is organized into two companies: Alpha and Bravo. Each company then is divided into two platoons. Each platoon is designated by its company letter, and platoon number (e.g. B-1, A-2, etc.) Each platoon is further divided into two squads. Members of the battalion are assigned to different squads and leadership positions through out their time in the Cyclone Battalion. This gives them the opportunity to see as many leadership styles as possible as well as learn from there experiences in leadership positions.
The battalion chain of command is structured much like a traditional Navy/Marine Corps command. At the top is the Battalion Commander (BNCO). The BNCO has a Battalion Executive Officer (BNXO) who is responsible for overseeing the administrative aspects of the command. The BNCO also has a variety of battalion staff officers at his disposal, to assist in the smooth operation of the unit.
Each company has a Company Commander who oversees the operation of his/her company. Within each platoon there is a Platoon Commander (PC who is responsible for the conduct of the platoon and for organizing and conducting drill practice. Each squad within the platoon is assigned a Squad Leader (SL) who is the first link in a Midshipman's chain of command.
