Nicholas Kauffeld

Nicholas Kauffeld serves as an ROTC Instructor within the College of Education and Professional Studies at Fort Valley State University (FVSU). His role focuses on military training and leadership development for students pursuing commissioning as officers in the United States Armed Forces. Contact via email at Nicholas.Kauffeld@fvsu.edu or phone (478) 825-6866.

Key responsibilities include:

• Military science curriculum instruction
• Cadet leadership and physical training
• Commissioning preparation and mentorship
• Coordination with Department of Defense programs

The ROTC program under Kauffeld's guidance integrates with FVSU's professional studies mission, providing structured pathways for students seeking military careers. While not engaged in traditional academic research, the program emphasizes practical leadership development, character education, and professional readiness through hands-on training exercises and classroom instruction.

Funding and resources derive primarily from federal military partnerships rather than conventional academic grants. The program offers scholarship opportunities and career preparation for commissioned service, aligning with the university's commitment to professional development and service-oriented education.