Norwich University

When Cadets R. Kenneth Staten ll enrolled at Norwich, he set three goals: to achieve his personal best in academics, in leadership, and wrestling. He accomplished all three. In wrestling, Staten is one of only a handful of athletes, who has the distinction of being a four time All American, including selection to the All American Scholar Wrestling team.  During his senior year, he served as the captain of the Norwich Wrestling team, leading them to the NCAA Division III Championships. While at nationals, Staten defeated the number one seed and finished fifth in the nation. 

In leadership, he attained the rank of cadet major and was the Headquarters Company commander. In his junior year, Staten served as cadet first sergeant for Echo Company, which earned the Freshman Platoon of the Year award.