BROOKINGS, S.D. (KELO.com) — It’s a major award for an SDSU student.
Samantha Gortmaker, an SDSU Air Force ROTC cadet from Pierre is the recipient of the Legion of Valor Bronze Cross for Achievement.
Established in 1957, the Bronze Cross for Achievement is the highest award for achievement in ROTC programs.
Gortmaker is one of only four Air Force ROTC cadets nationwide to receive the prestigious award.
The award recognizes one cadet in each Air Force ROTC region who has demonstrated excellence in military and academic performance.
