91Āž»­app is once again setting the standard for excellence at the National Model United Nations Conference in New York, receiving outstanding delegation distinction for the 15th year in a row. 

“Our success is due to the quality of our students,” said Barry Balleck, Ph.D., team advisor and professor of politics and international studies. “They have a passion for Model UN and they believe in the diplomatic process. They have not been jaded to believe that diplomacy is weakness and that international cooperation is passĆ©.”

Georgia Southern has one of the longest-running Model United Nations programs in the country, beginning in 1972. Balleck says that the team’s wins this year have just reinforced what he’s known since he started leading the program 30 years ago. 

“Our students can match up to students from any university anywhere in the world,” Balleck said. “The difference between our students and others is that they have a passion for Model UN and for the standard of excellence that we have set in this program. We emphasize every year that our students are not just representing themselves in any particular year; they are representing the legacy of the Model UN established by 91Āž»­app.”

The weight of that responsibility is heavy, but Balleck says it’s a crucial tool in preparing students for their future. 

“Our students learn research, writing and critical thinking skills that help them in whatever profession they choose,” he explained. “I have students who are teachers, diplomats, doctors, lawyers, government officials, peace corps volunteers, lobbyists — the list goes on and on.” 

Those skills helped the Georgia Southern team stand out at the conference this year, bringing home multiple awards in categories like Outstanding Distinction for Position Paper Writing and Outstanding Delegate Distinction in Committee. Balleck says the group is already preparing for next year.  

“Our delegation will be conducting three middle and high school conferences next academic year,” he said. “These conferences will bring nearly 1,200 students to 91Āž»­app. Then we’ll attend the National Model United Nations (NMUN) Conference next year in New York City at the end of March 2027.”

That will mark Balleck’s 31st year with the organization. After all this time, he still says that Model UN is the best academic tool he’s ever been associated with. 

“It teaches students advanced methods in public speaking, research, technical writing and diplomacy,” he said. “In my opinion, the experiential components of Model UN are unmatched by any other experience.”

Winners include:

OUTSTANDING DELEGATION

• Becerra, Ruby
• Benyehudah, Ellie
• Busboom, Emma
• Chavvakula, Varshita
• Collins, Logan — Assistant Advisor
• Dykes, Kierstin
• Franco, Jaelly
• Gibbs, Amiyah
• Hill, Xenovia
• Mason, Natassia
• Millan Merchan, Jorge
• Moore, Chloe
• Norman, Malachi
• Pagelsen, Logan
• Roberts, Lily
• Rumsey, Ava
• Sherrill, Jacob
• Taylor-Williams, Ariana — Head Delegate
• Wheeler, Jaden
• Williams, Emma
• Balleck, Barry — Advisor

OUTSTANDING POSITION PAPER WRITING 

General Assembly Third Committee (GA3)

• Chavvakula, Varshita
• Pagelsen, Logan

Commission on the Status of Women (CSW)

• Dykes, Kiersten
• Hill, Xenovia

Human Rights Committee (HRC)

• Williams, Emma
• Roberts, Lily

OUTSTANDING DELEGATES IN COMMITTEE

General Assembly First Committee (GA1)

• Millan Merchan, Jorge
• Franco, Jaelly

Commission on the Status of Women (CSW)

• Dykes, Kiersten
• Hill, Xenovia

Human Rights Committee (HRC)

• Williams, Emma
• Roberts, Lily

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

• Becerra, Ruby
• Mason, Nattassia

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)

• Benyehudah, Ellie
• Moore, Chloe

The RiteCareĀ® Center for Communication Disorders, located on the Armstrong Campus of 91Āž»­app, continually implements innovative strategies to broaden its impact throughout the community. As the clinicā€™s reach continues to grow, Georgia Southern Communications Sciences and Disorders (CSDS) students are finding unique opportunities to connect with the people who need them. 

ā€œThrough continual reflection, we strive to expand our services, community support and student readiness,ā€ said Tory Candea, Ph.D., SLP.D., director of clinical education in the Department of Clinical Sciences at Georgia Southern. 

Over a three-week period, the RightCare Center partnered with local horse-therapy nonprofit Faith Equestrian Therapeutic Center, a Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH) Premier Accredited center in Guyton, Georgia, for ‘Manes and Memories.’

ā€œThe graduate students went above and beyond to create a welcoming and supportive environment,ā€ Candea added. ā€œTheir ability to combine evidence-based strategies, fun and compassion made the experience truly meaningful for everyone involved.ā€ 

Together, the two organizations offered free speech therapy services to people living with speech-altering health conditions, alongside their caregivers, using evidence-based therapeutic techniques, sensory-friendly stations and the healing power of equine friendship. 

Along with providing services throughout South Georgia, the RiteCare Center has continued to expand services for children and adults beyond the boundaries of the Universityā€™s four campuses. Recently, the center was named the for the state of North Carolina. 

Graduate students will now have the opportunity to provide free research-based treatment for people with Parkinsonā€™s and related disorders, helping individuals regain and retain their speech and swallowing through high-quality virtual sessions. 

ā€œWe are incredibly grateful to be chosen as North Carolinaā€™s SPEAK OUT! Therapy and Research Center. This allows us to broaden access to care and empower students to learn, serve and lead under the guidance of exceptional clinical instructors, “said Candea.

The SPEAK OUT!Therapy Program at Georgia Southern was made possible by grant funding from , a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for those living with Parkinsonā€™s Disease worldwide. 

For Candea, working across communities benefits both patients and their future clinicians, helping students deliver the highest level of care to the people they serve.

She said, ā€œOur students are not waiting for graduation to make a difference; they are already changing lives through knowledge, consistency, and commitment to high-quality care.ā€

Beth McGee, Ph.D., associate professor and assistant chair in the , has been named the 2026 Postsecondary Professional of the Year by the Georgia Association of Teachers of Family & Consumer Sciences (GATFACS). This award recognizes her transformative impact in Career Technical Education (CTE) and her success in connecting academic study with community needs.

“I am incredibly honored to receive this recognition from my peers in GATFACS,” said McGee. “Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) provides a vital foundation for students to improve the quality of life for individuals and families. At Georgia Southern, we strive to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world impact, and this award is a testament to the collaborative spirit of our entire department.ā€ 

During her time as the interior design program coordinator, McGee helped double the program’s size to more than 300 students while maintaining top-tier accreditation. She also led the 2025 launch of a new interdisciplinary major in Family and Consumer Sciences Education to address the regional shortage of middle and high school teachers.

Trent Davis, Ph.D., interim chair of the School of Human Ecology, praised McGeeā€™s dedication, noting that her work aligns with national high-quality CTE frameworks. 

ā€œIn both of Dr. McGeeā€™s roles as assistant chair and program coordinator for interior design, she consistently exemplifies excellence through her contributions to program quality, innovation and leadership,ā€ said Davis. ā€œHer work has had a profound effect on students, educators and the broader community.ā€ 

The GATFACS Postsecondary Professional of the Year award honors educators who drive innovation and show an unwavering commitment to advancing CTE within their institutions.

91Āž»­app has received high honors from Forbes in recognition of its commitment to institutional culture with the recent announcement of the publicationā€™s list of ā€œ.ā€ Out of 600 companies on the list, Georgia Southern impressively landed in the top tier at #33.

ā€œAt Georgia Southern, we prioritize investing in our people, being accountable leaders, and fostering an environment of high performance, evidenced by results aligned with institutional goals and ultimately, student success. It is that alignment and commitment to continuous growth (growing ourselves to grow others) that creates a positive institutional culture at 91Āž»­app,ā€ said 91Āž»­app President Kyle Marrero. ā€œThe successful implementation of our strategic plan and the achievement of our institutional goals, aligned with our strategic priorities, are only accomplished if each and every faculty and staff member is actively engaged.ā€

This is the second year Forbes has published the list, and . Representing the education industry, Georgia Southern was second on the list behind Columbia University (#10). 

Marrero emphasized that persistent efforts to strengthen institutional culture must produce measurable results that positively impact faculty and staff. To support this, the institution tracks its initiatives, evaluates them through ongoing feedback, and uses key performance indicators to assess their effectiveness.

ā€œA positive culture is maintained through continuous communication and connecting to the ā€˜why’ and ‘how,’ empowering the collective intellect to help be part of solving the challenges (solve and evolve),ā€ he added. ā€œWe are in this together, always focused on the ‘why’ of student success!ā€Ā 

91Āž»­app has also been recently recognized on the Forbes lists for (#171), (#58 – Georgia), and (#243 in Research Universities and #100 in the South).

Mohammad ā€œFuadā€ Hassan, a Ph.D. student in 91Āž»­appā€™s Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing, has been awarded the 2026 Society of Tribologists and Lubrications Engineers (STLE) Elmer E. Klaus Fellowship. The $5,000 fellowship supports his research in developing ā€œsmart,ā€ self-adjusting sealing technologies for supercritical carbon dioxide turbomachinery, an innovation designed to boost the efficiency and reliability of clean energy power plants.

The Klaus Fellowship is a nationally competitive award presented by STLE, one of the worldā€™s leading professional societies in tribology, lubrication engineering and sealing science.The award highlights the growing national recognition of Georgia Southernā€™s research efforts in tribology, sealing technology and advanced energy systems. 

ā€œThis fellowship reflects the high quality of Hassanā€™s research and the strong momentum of our tribology program,ā€ said Sevki Cesmeci, Ph.D., associate professor of mechanical engineering and director of the Universityā€™s Thermo-Fluidic Systems Laboratory. ā€œOur group is actively engaged in federally funded projects related to supercritical COā‚‚ power cycles and advanced sealing technologies in collaboration with national laboratories. Recognition from STLE confirms that our students are contributing to research areas that are strategically important for future U.S. energy systems.ā€

Under Cesmeciā€™s mentorship, Hassan conducts vital research into advanced elastohydrodynamic (EHD) sealing technologies for supercritical carbon dioxide (sCOā‚‚) turbomachinery. Specifically, he is designing high-tech seals for power plant machinery that uses “supercritical” carbon dioxide to generate electricity. By using advanced computer modeling and physics, Hassan is creating “smart” seals that can automatically adjust themselves to prevent leaks. 

ā€œI am grateful to my peers and especially to my supervisor, Dr. Sevki Cesmeci,ā€ said Hassan. ā€œThis achievement would not have been possible without his guidance, encouragement and inspiration. He has always supported me and shared opportunities that have helped me grow as a researcher.ā€

This technology helps the U.S. Department of Energy build power plants that last longer and run more efficiently. Hassan is already well-known in this field, having authored over 15 professional research papers for major engineering journals and conferences. Awarded annually to a single researcher by the STLE Presidential Council, the award recognizes exceptional research with significant potential for impact in the fields of energy, aerospace, manufacturing and transportation technologies. 

According to Jack McKenna, immediate past president of STLE and chair of the Presidential Council, the selection process for the fellowship is highly competitive. ā€œMembers of the Presidential Council had the difficult task of selecting one recipient from many well-qualified applicants,ā€ said McKenna. ā€œThe Selection Committee was impressed with [Hassanā€™s] application and current research activities.ā€

Hassan will be formally recognized at the 80th STLE Annual Meeting and Exhibition, to be held in May in New Orleans, Louisiana, where leading researchers and engineers from academia, industry and national laboratories gather to present advances in tribology and lubrication engineering.

Civil engineering graduate student Elsie Lappin will represent Georgia Southern at the state level in the inaugural University System of Georgia (USG) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition.

Lappin was selected as the top candidate following the 2026 Eagle Fast Pitch event, a University-wide competition supported by 91Āž»­appā€™s , Parker College of Business and student-led organization the Eagle Entrepreneurs.

ā€œGeorgia Southern plays a vital role in cultivating entrepreneurs by giving students the tools and confidence to turn ideas into action,ā€ said Associate Vice President of Innovation Dominique Halaby, DPA. ā€œFrom concept to execution, weā€™re preparing students not just for careers, but to lead, innovate and create meaningful impact.ā€

Lappinā€™s winning pitch, Echo Oracle, is a physics-informed AI tool for automated ultrasonic inspection and structural code-based pass/fail decisions.

ā€œI chose this project because it addresses a critical challenge in infrastructure inspection by reducing subjectivity and improving efficiency in defect detection and evaluation,ā€ Lappin said. ā€œThis work began during my undergraduate studies and has continued to develop through my graduate research in nondestructive testing and structural health monitoring.ā€

The pitch is a culmination of her passion for creating more reliable and accessible infrastructure assessment tools. She credits her mentor, Hossein Taheri, Ph.D., associate professor of manufacturing engineering, and director of the Laboratory for Advanced Nondestructive Testing and In-situ Evaluation (LANDTIE), with guiding her through the process.

By going on to the system-level contest, she now has the chance to earn a trophy, professional mentorship and $25,000 in cash prizes. The USG Innovation Competition is a two-day event taking place on April 6-7 at Kennesaw State Universityā€™s Marietta Campus.

ā€œIā€™m looking forward to presenting alongside such a diverse group of student innovators and seeing how different disciplines approach problem-solving,ā€ said Lappin. ā€œItā€™s a unique opportunity to refine how I communicate a highly technical idea to a broader audience and to gain feedback that can help push the project further.ā€

ABOUT BUSINESS INNOVATION GROUP
The Business Innovation Group (BIG) at 91Āž»­app works to build an ecosystem throughout the State of Georgia to help entrepreneurs create, incubate and accelerate their for-profit business enterprises. BIG works to facilitate access to university resources, to create opportunities for student experiential learning, and to foster an environment that supports a growth mindset throughout the state.

As a unit of the Office of Research at Georgia Southern, BIG is committed to developing and deploying new technological platforms, innovative programs, quality services and educational events to help meet the needs of area businesses, entrepreneurs and innovators seeking to expand business operations and/or launch new business enterprises, products and services. For more information explore the Georgia Southern Business Innovation Group.

Parkinsonā€™s Awareness Month is an annual observance held in April designed to increase awareness and support for individuals and families living with Parkinsonā€™s disease. 

According to the Parkinsonā€™s Foundation, itā€™s , and that number is expected to rise to 1.2 million by 2030. Itā€™s considered the second-most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s disease.

After receiving a grant totaling more than $280,000 in 2023 from (PVP), RiteCareĀ® Center for Communication Disorders at 91Āž»­app on the 91Āž»­app Armstrong Campus has worked to improve access to vital community health resources through the PVPā€™s ±č°ł“Ē²µ°ł²¹³¾.Ģż

Georgia Southern was one of 16 universities chosen to receive a grant from the organization’s national funding opportunity, ā€œCampaign to Reach America,ā€ which awards higher education clinics for their compassion and commitment to serving their communities. The free program provides accessible, high-quality care through in-person and remote speech therapy, as well as encouragement and hope to patients in the community.

Tory Candea, Ph.D., SLP.D., director of clinical education in the Department of Clinical Sciences at Georgia Southern, understands the importance of providing these invaluable services to community members living with Parkinsonā€™s. As a certified SPEAK OUT! provider and the primary clinician of the SPEAK OUT!^Ā® Therapy & Research Center located at RiteCare, Candea is a first-hand witness to the benefits of the program. 

ā€œOne of the most rewarding parts of this work is watching participants rediscover their voice,ā€ Candea explained, ā€œWhen therapy is accessible and consistent, the progress people make can be truly remarkable.ā€  

Candea worked with Assistant Professor of Psychology Robert G. Franklin Jr. from Anderson University in South Carolina to conduct research evaluating leadership qualities in patients before and after participating in SPEAK OUT! Therapy. The work was then published in the .

ā€œWhen people living with Parkinsonā€™s strengthen their voice, they often strengthen their confidence as well,ā€ Candea said. That ripple effect is one of the most powerful outcomes we see through SPEAK OUT! Therapy.ā€ 

PVPā€™s commitment to provide grant funding to university-based clinics across the country exemplifies the organization’s dedication to providing speech therapy, encouragement and hope to individuals and families living with Parkinsonā€™s. 

Georgia Southern junior Ariana Taylor-Williams will spend her summer in New York City after earning a Schomburg-Mellon fellowship. This prestigious opportunity will allow her to advance her undergraduate research on the Harlem Renaissance by giving her access to unique documents in the New York Public Libraryā€™s extensive archives.

ā€œBeing able to do research with primary sources is a big deal,ā€ said Taylor-Williams. ā€œThis will be the highest level of research I have gotten to do and Iā€™m really excited for the opportunity. Itā€™s exactly what I need to be able to advance my thesis.ā€

The Schomburg-Mellon fellowship is given to 10 rising college seniors annually.

Taylor-Williams is an Honors College student double-majoring in history and English while working as an archivist in the Zach S. Henderson Library Special Collections. She is the head delegate of the Universityā€™s Model United Nations team and the vice president of Phi Alpha Theta Honor Society. Her research into the effects of Cumberland Islandā€™s commercial development on the Gullah Geechee community earned her the history departmentā€™s Richard S. Beene Scholarship. Now she is preparing her Honors thesis: ā€œHarlemā€™s Federal Writers: Transnationalists, Humanitarians, and Public Historians,ā€ which examines how the work of African American authors in the 1930s contributed to the preservation of American history. 

Associate Professor of History Julie de Chantal, Ph.D., noted that Taylor-Williams took her work beyond expectations when teaming up with graduate students to produce an exhibit on American Independence.

ā€œShe operates at a level I have never seen before and she is tenacious like no other,ā€ said de Chantal. ā€œShe has a profound ability to read text and subtext, so she finds patterns nobody else sees.ā€

Taylor-Williams believes her success in so many fields comes from the supportive environment created by Georgia Southern faculty.

ā€œAttending Georgia Southern is one of the best decisions I have made,ā€ said Taylor-Williams. ā€œI feel very lucky to have gotten these opportunities because not many students, especially in my field of archives, get to do this as an undergraduate student. All of the different extracurricular activities I have been able to hold leadership positions in, thatā€™s not something you see at a lot of other universities.ā€

De Chantal notes that a common theme in Taylor-Williamsā€™s studies is using her own success to help others grow.

ā€œNot only does she excel in her own work, she helps others to accomplish their goals too,ā€ said de Chantal. ā€œWith the Model U.N., sheā€™s not only using the feedback that the faculty give her on her submissions, she shares the lessons that she learns with high school students whom she mentors. She does not just take knowledge in, she gives it back.ā€

As Taylor-Williams prepares for a busy summer filled with rare books and handwritten notes, she already has her sights set on her next educational challenge. 

ā€œI plan to get my masterā€™s in history and library science because I really want to pursue a career as an archivist,ā€ said Taylor-Williams. ā€œOnce I started working in Special Collections at the library, I realized it combines both history and English, so that became my goal. I want to do hands-on work that will help preserve historical documents for future generations to make their own discoveries.ā€

Ariyana Braxton, radiation therapy student at 91Āž»­appā€™s Waters College of Health Professions and native of Savannah, has been selected to participate in the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Student to Leadership Development Program. This competitive three-year initiative is designed to cultivate future leaders in medical imaging and radiation therapy. Braxton is one of three students representing the state of Georgia at the national level.

The Student to Leadership Development Program provides selected students with opportunities to attend educational sessions, engage in national conferences and build meaningful mentorship relationships with professionals in the field. The program is designed to strengthen studentsā€™ leadership abilities while expanding their professional networks.

ā€œBeing selected for this program is truly an honor,ā€ Braxton said. ā€œItā€™s an opportunity to grow beyond the classroom, connect with professionals across the country and develop the leadership skills that will shape my future as a radiation therapist.ā€

After discussing the opportunity with a classmate, Braxton felt inspired to apply to the program. Sheā€™s eager to gain greater insight into the field that she feels passionate about.

ā€œRadiation therapy is a close-knit field, and building professional relationships is so important,ā€ she said. ā€œIā€™m excited to meet students from other programs, learn from experienced professionals and really put myself out there within the profession.ā€

Through the program, Braxton hopes to gain deeper insight into the day-to-day realities of working in radiation therapy while developing practical leadership skills she can carry forward

ā€œIā€™m looking forward to learning what it takes to succeed in this field and gaining mentorship that will help guide me through the rest of my program and into my professional career,ā€ she said. ā€œThe opportunity to participate in monthly mentorship meetings and attend the conference is something Iā€™m especially excited about.ā€

Braxton credits the chair of the Department of Clinical Sciences Laurie Adams, Ed.D., lecturer and clinical coordinator Theaonica Roberts, and senior lecturer and clinical coordinator Kerry Dunn, Ed.D., for introducing her to the program and encouraging her to apply.

Her selection reflects both her initiative and the strength of Georgia Southernā€™s radiation therapy program in preparing students for national-level professional engagement and leadership.

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91Āž»­app’s ROTC program, the Eagle Battalion, earned a ninth-place finish this year at the 6th Brigade Ranger Challenge, a regional military skills competition held at Fort Benning, Georgia after partnering with the Universityā€™s Exercise Science program to create a rigorous, individualized training regimen.Ā 

The Ranger Challenge took place Jan. 23-25 and featured ROTC programs from both junior and senior colleges across the Southeast and Puerto Rico, showcasing the mental and physical talents of highly skilled cadets. 

ā€œFinishing ninth out of 43 teams in the 6th Brigade 2026 Ranger Challenge is a testament to the grit, discipline and resilience of our Georgia Southern Battalion,ā€ said Georgia Southern Professor of Military Science Lt. Col. Nick Bingham.

Against a field of 470 cadets and trekking more than 28 miles of rugged terrain in just 48 hours, the Eagle Battalion stands ready to pursue success and overcome every challenge with the support of Eagle Nationā€™s experts by their side.

Bridget Melton, Ed.D., and graduate student Spencer Bolling of the Waters College of Health Professionsā€™ Exercise Science program conducted comprehensive screenings and baseline testing for each cadet. This included dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scans, which measure bone mineral density, and physiological assessments to establish team performance profiles. From there, unique training programs were designed to improve each cadetā€™s skills, providing a streamlined approach to train each individual. 

ā€œThis team trained in the dark, pushed through injuries and fatigue, and showed up ready to fight for each other when it mattered most,ā€ said Sgt. 1st Class John Hay, MS III instructor and Ranger Challenge coach. ā€œRanger Challenge exposes who you are under pressure, and these cadets proved they have the toughness and heart to compete with anyone in 6th Brigade.ā€ 

Through this multidisciplinary collaboration, the progress of each cadet was tracked and analyzed, with deliberate adjustments implemented throughout the training process to improve recovery, reduce risk of injury and enhance overall performance leading up to the Ranger Challenge.

ā€œThis competition demanded excellence under extreme physical and mental stress. Our team proved they belong among the best in the brigade,ā€ Bingham said. ā€œThe Eagle Battalion didnā€™t just compete; they set the standard and built a foundation for even greater success.ā€

ā€œThis finish isnā€™t the ceiling, itā€™s the baseline,ā€ Hay said.

Events in the 2026 Ranger Challenge included:Ā 

Day One Events:

M17 Marksmanship Range
Day one opened with pistol marksmanship, where each cadet was individually graded on accuracy and the number of targets hit with the M17, emphasizing fundamentals under pressure.

Weapons Assembly / Disassembly
Cadets demonstrated technical proficiency by assembling and disassembling infantry squad weapons under challenging conditions. This included blindfolded M4 assembly and identifying and correctly assembling mixed components of the M240B and M249, testing muscle memory and attention to detail.

Communications (COMMO) Lane
Teams were evaluated on their ability to accurately transmit and receive information using military communications equipment, with an emphasis on proper radio procedures and clear, concise military language.

Malvesti Obstacle Course
A physically demanding obstacle course designed to test agility, endurance and teamwork as cadets maneuvered through a series of strength and coordination-based challenges.

Hand Grenade Assault Course
Cadets executed three different grenade throws from varying distances and positions, engaging targets while demonstrating proper technique, accuracy and tactical awareness.

Zodiac Lane
A mentally and physically demanding event requiring teams to maneuver a Zodiac raft through an obstacle course while simultaneously solving complex tasks, emphasizing teamwork, communication and adaptability under stress.

Functional Fitness Lane
Teams competed in a series of ACFT-style functional fitness events, aiming to complete the maximum number of repetitions within a 20-minute time limit, testing strength, endurance and team synchronization.

Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Lane
Cadets were required to rapidly assess and treat simulated casualties while moving through obstacles. Teams were evaluated on speed, correctness of care and the ability to operate effectively under realistic combat conditions.

Movement Between Lanes
Each event was linked by foot movement, requiring teams to conduct ruck marches between stations. Cadets covered over six miles throughout the day, compounding physical fatigue and testing endurance.

Night Land Navigation
Following the final daytime lane, teams transitioned directly to land navigation. This event included both a practical night land navigation course and a written exam, extending into the early hours of day two and demanding precision despite exhaustion

Day Two Events: 

Eight-Mile Ruck March to Simulation Center
After a short rest period, teams conducted an eight-mile ruck march to the simulation center, reinforcing endurance and mental toughness before the final set of graded events.

Engagement Skills Trainer (EST) & Call for Fire Simulation
Cadets demonstrated tactical proficiency through simulated weapons engagement and call-for-fire scenarios, testing decision-making, communication and understanding of indirect fire procedures.

Titan Challenge (Final Event)
The competition concluded with the Titan Challenge ā€” a culminating event combining intense physical demands with complex mental tasks. Teams were required to work collectively to overcome obstacles and problem-solve under extreme fatigue, pushing through to the finish line and officially closing the 6th Brigade Ranger Challenge.