Steve Royse

Steve Royse serves as an Instructor of Military Science/ROTC within the Department of Military Science/Army ROTC at Methodist University's College of Arts, Humanities & Sciences, where he trains and mentors Army ROTC cadets in leadership and military science.

His educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Oklahoma
• Master of Science in Supply Chain Management from the University of Oklahoma (completed December 2024)

Maj. Royse's research and teaching expertise is grounded in military logistics and supply chain applications, derived from 15 years of active combat experience including two tours in Afghanistan. His specialization covers airborne distribution systems, tactical sustainment operations, and combat logistics within elite units like the 82nd Airborne Division, providing cadets with real-world insights into national security and military science disciplines. This operational background directly informs his instructional approach in military leadership and strategic resource management.

No scientific awards or honors were documented in the available information.

His military service includes command of an Airborne Distribution Company and executive leadership of the Division Sustainment Troops Battalion, with expertise as a senior rated jumpmaster. While specific grant funding isn't mentioned, his role focuses on developing future military officers through the ROTC program. Maj. Royse maintains an active military career alongside his academic duties, balancing family life with seven children and personal interests in OU football, Yankees baseball, hunting, and cigar smoking.