“Congratulations to the Virginia Military Institute’s Newest Army ROTC Scholarship 4-year awardee, Wesley Barbara!”

- Homwtown: Richmond, VA

GPA: 3.5
Hometown: Richmond, VA
Major: International Studies
Classification: Rising Freshman
Career Goal: To work in my chosen field of aviation while inspiring others that it’s possible to achieve their dreams.
Motto: “High Flight” ~ John Gillespie Magee Jr.

Hello, my name is Wesley Barbara. I’m currently a graduating senior attending Mills E. Godwin High School in Richmond, Virginia. Readying myself for adulthood is something of importance that I’ve considered carefully throughout my youth. Since the age of 5, I

- Chattanooga, TN

GPA: 4.0
Hometown: Chattanooga, TN
Major: Nuclear Engineering
Classification: Upcoming Freshman
Career goal: To influence the use of clean energy through the career path of a nuclear engineer.
Motto: “Rise above your excuses.”

Congratulations to Evelyn Ayers, a soon to be Nuclear Engineering major, Military Science minor from Georgia Institute of Technology. We congratulate her for helping our nation by choosing the officer training course offered through the exceptional ROTC program offered at Georgia Tech. Read more about Evelyn below, in her own words.

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“Congratulations to NSU’s Newest Army ROTC Scholarship 3-year awardee, Candyce Croom!”

- Homwtown: Norfolk, VA

GPA:3.1
Hometown:Norfolk, VA
Major:Kinesiology
Classification:High School Senior
Career goal:To inspire and motivate others as a physical therapist to never give up and to be all they can be no matter the obstacles.
Motto:“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” Philippians 4:13

Congratulations to Candyce Croom, a freshman Kinesiology major, military science minor at Norfolk State University. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to her and her commitment to serve others through as a cadet in the Army Reserve Officer Training Corps. Read more about Candyce

“Unlocking ROTC: How a Veteran-Founded Nonprofit Boosts College Success for Minority Students”

Cheddar showcases how Resolve Solutions Inc.—led by retired Army Major E. Sean Lanier—is transforming higher education for minority and underrepresented students through the power of ROTC. By fusing military leadership training with college readiness and strategic mentorship, this nonprofit helps students access scholarships, boost confidence, and excel academically and professionally.

Leading with Purpose: How a Fellow Veteran Is Driving Nonprofit Innovation

Retired Army Major E. Sean Lanier—recently a 2024 Commonwealth Fellow and graduate of Darden’s Executive Program (TEP ’25)—is redefining nonprofit leadership. In this exclusive Darden blog, explore how he’s using cutting-edge strategies in AI, FINTECH, brand positioning, and wellness to scale Resolve Solutions, a Virginia-based nonprofit empowering underrepresented students for college, ROTC, and public service careers. Learn why TEP’s immersive case-study method and high-level peer insights reaffirmed his vision—and how

When the world was reeling from the COVID-19 pandemic, E. Sean Lanier leaned on hard-earned lessons from the battlefield to adapt, overcome, and lead. In this candid interview with Authority Magazine, the Founder of Resolve Solutions Incorporated shares how his military experience prepared him to build a mission-driven nonprofit that’s helped over 500 underrepresented students secure life-changing ROTC scholarships and service academy appointments.