Twelve cadets from Austin Peay State University’s Army ROTC program, the Governor’s Guard, have earned the U.S. Army’s Distinguished Military Graduate (DMG) designation, marking the highest number of honorees in APSU history and placing the program among the top producers of commissioned officers nationwide.
The DMG recognition is awarded to fewer than 20% of cadets across more than 270 ROTC programs and honors exceptional academic performance, leadership, and physical fitness. Austin Peay’s 12 honorees represent one of the largest cohorts among programs of its size, reflecting the Governor’s Guard’s growing reputation for excellence and officer readiness.
“This group is simply outstanding,” said Lt. Col. Daniel Manor, professor of military science. “Each of these soon-to-be second lieutenants has demonstrated the initiative, discipline and energy that define the future of our Army. I’d have any of them in my organization from day one. This is the largest number of Distinguished Military Graduates we’ve ever produced, and it’s a sign of where our program is headed.”…