WPI does not host NROTC itself, but is affiliated with College of the Holy Cross for NROTC: https://www.netc.navy.mil/Commands/Naval-Service-Training-Command/NROTC/Navy-ROTC-Schools/#div13
It looks like they are about two and a half miles apart. Running there could give practice for the 1.5 mile run that is part of the Navy’s physical fitness standards.
It would be a practice in urban combat. You’re crossing at least 8 lanes of highway and Kelley Square (the state’s most dangerous intersection)
Why would crossing the highway by underpass be an issue?
Ever been in that area? Believe me, you don’t want to be walking it.There are about 20 pedestrian accidents a year in Kelley Square. Here’s a video of exactly where you’d be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1sQNarrjTE
And that’s the “new and improved” version!
This suggests a sadly recursive scenario. A person needs to take a car to avoid being hit by a car, which makes it even more advisable for the next person to take a car to avoid being hit by a car . . .
Fair summary of 50+ years of poor street design in US urban areas. Fortunately the “complete streets” model has started taking over in many urban areas. Unfortunately, 50+ years is going to take a long time to undo . . . .
In any event, sounds like the OP really just needs to talk to some NROTC people at WPI. I strongly suspect there is some common solution to getting over to Holy Cross that makes it not too much of an inconvenience, but best to know.
Not specific to ROTC but Holy Cross runs a shuttle between Holy Cross and the Worcester Art Museum which is next to the WPI campus. I’m a runner from the area and nobody in their right mind would ever do this run. I’m sure there are plenty of options to get over to Holy Cross. Holy Cross has some beautiful athletic facilities and WPI is fantastic. Wish the OP poster well with their decision.
By now I believe it is clear to the OP they should ask about transportation options for their NROTC activities at HC. Please move the conversation forward. Thanks for your understanding.
Heard back from a WPI student in NROTC with some good information.
Thank you all again for your insight and advice!
It sounds like you have worked hard and done your research on your options. For career options down the road both are great choices and well respected in engineering.
WPI is a unique place and those features are what you like about it. Getting to have that WPI experience with your tuition and room and board covered is amazing. Go for it!
I agree, you have crossed all the t’s and dotted the i’s and shouldn’t hesitate to move forward with enrolling at WPI! Congrats to you!
That is a big endorsement for WPI from a “hokie mama!” - I am a married to a VT alum.
Always a Hokie, but I’m a mama first and it was clear OP’s heart was with WPI, just had a few questions holding him back!
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