Shown is a telephone central office set TC-4 with testing equipment. From left: Ed Becker, Salem; Marvin Holstad, Portland; Jack Hex, Dufur; and Major T.W. Peterson of the ROTC staff.
The commissioning of ROTC cadets as officers takes place during the commencement weekend. During the 1950s, the ceremony was held at Bell Field, located where the Dixon Recreation Center is currently sited.