The ROTC awards banquet traditionally kicks off the commencement season at Pittsburg State.  Cadet Elaina Lee, center, poses with LtCol Dustin Bloom, Pittsburg State ROTC commanding officer, and Mary Jo Dance, right, of the Pittsburg Oceanus Hopkins chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Lee was presented the DAR Outstanding Cadet Medal for her leadership and dedication at Friday night’s ceremonies.