ABOUT AFROTC

About afrotc

In one form or another, ROTC has been a part of the University of Alabama since World War I. From 1916 to 1946, cadets received commissions as officers in the Army’s Air Corp. During World War II, Major General Oliver Lewis, Lieutenant Thomas H. Borders, and hundreds more trained for war through the Air ROTC branch of the Army, including Lieutenant Maxwell, for whom Maxwell Air Force Base is named.

Air Force ROTC presents many opportunities for students. It is a great way for college students to pursue higher education while developing leadership skills as they prepare to serve their country. There’s no greater honor and fulfillment than to serve one's country!

In addition, Air Force ROTC affords students a sense of community on such a large campus. The Cadet Wing is run by cadets with guidance and oversight from the Cadre (active duty personnel assigned to the detachment). The active duty personnel teaches the cadets about the Air Force and leadership skill and supervise the cadet training environment during leadership laboratory.

If you are looking for an exciting career in the Air Force and Space Force as an officer, then Air Force ROTC Detachment 010 at the University of Alabama is the right place for you. We are committed to recruiting, training, and developing quality leaders for the Air and Space Forces.

Meet the Detachment Commander
Lieutenant Colonel Myla Abejuela

We are so pleased to welcome and introduce our AFROTC Detachment 010 Commander, Lt Col Abejuela. With 19 years of service, the new commander is well equipped in all things military. Prior to this assignment, she accustomed herself serving as an important member in her Force Support unit, and even coveted the position of an Executive Officer. Cadre and Air Force cadets are so excited to be under her command, pushing Det 010 to continue to Aim High!