HISTORY

From Interest Group to Chapter

Before the Climb to Glory ROCKS became an official chapter, it started as an interest group.  The first executive board members of the interest group met monthly at local restaurants to discuss the way forward to becoming an official chapter, as well as topics for the general interest group meetings.  The interest group’s general interest meetings were typically conducted during lunch at one of the Fort Drum dining facilities and consisted of professional development workshops.  These workshops ranged from how to build an AIM Resume to field grade officer panels focused on the paths to success as an Army officer. 

In 2020, the Climb to Glory ROCKS interest group experienced a surge in membership, which helped to drive and accomplish the requirements needed to become a chapter.  

On 16 June 2020, the Climb to Glory ROCKS reached a major milestone and was chartered on Fort Drum, New York at the historic Leray Mansion.

MISSION   

The “Climb to Glory ROCKS” Chapter aims to highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion while providing mentorship, professional development, scholarship, and fellowship to Cadets, active duty, reserve component, commissioned officers and active duty or reserve component warrant officers. 

We seek to have a Positive Outreach and influence in  our local community.  Additionally, we serve as a resource to assist retired or former active duty and reserve component commissioned or warrant officers in their professional endeavors.

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VISION

To be a premier mentorship organization for Army ROTC Cadets, Officers, Warrant Officers, and Department of Defense Civilians.

Being premier means building personal and professional relationships regardless of rank, serving the community of Fort Drum, Watertown, and Jefferson County with character, and expanding the organization to continue helping others reach their full potential.