Cadet Colonel Juan Carlos Jara honored with DAR National Defense Committee ROTC medal

In a ceremony held on April 17 in Room 105 of the Rassman Building, Cadet Colonel Juan Carlos Jara of the Air Force ROTC Detachment 847 at Angelo State University was distinguished with the National Defense Committee ROTC Medal. 

This accolade, awarded by the Pocahontas Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, honors Jara for his "academic excellence, dependability, good character, adherence to military discipline, leadership and fundamental and patriotic understanding of the importance of the Reserve Officers Training Corps."

The National Defense Committee ROTC Medal was presented by Christy Vanoss, the Pocahontas Chapter regent, and Betty Mayer, the Pocahontas Chapter ROTC chairperson. Their presentation was concise yet celebratory, focusing on the outstanding qualities that Jara has consistently demonstrated throughout his tenure at the university.

The Daughters of the American Revolution, a nonprofit organization, is committed to promoting patriotism, preserving American history and providing educational opportunities. Membership is limited to women who are direct descendants of those who supported American independence. The organization, with a membership exceeding 190,000, is active in numerous educational and patriotic endeavors across the United States and abroad.

AFROTC Detachment 847 is located in the Department of Aerospace Studies in the Rassman Building, Room 227 at Angelo State University. Those interested in learning more about the detachment’s activities or upcoming events can reach out at 325-942-2036 or via email at afrotc847@angelo.edu. This recognition from the DAR highlights the important role that ROTC programs like Detachment 847 play in developing well-rounded military leaders who exemplify the core values of duty, honor and country.