Colonel Ethan Diven

Colonel Ethan Diven, a senior U.S. Army officer and Provost of the U.S. Army University, discusses modern command and control challenges at the division level. He explores how technology transforms battlefield dynamics, emphasizing maneuvering networks alongside forces. Diven highlights the need for holistic camouflage and the evolving responsibilities of divisions, including managing communications amid contested environments. He also addresses how professional military education must adapt to include AI tools, ensuring leaders balance digital and traditional warfare skills.

Colonel Ethan Diven, the Provost of Army University and Deputy Commandant at the Army Command and General Staff College, shares insights on evolving military training in the face of modern warfare challenges. He emphasizes the importance of not just new technology, but also building organizational proficiency through realistic training scenarios. Diven discusses rapid targeting cycles, the essential role of drones, and the need for leadership that embraces decentralization. He advocates for transformative educational reforms to ensure the Army remains effective on future battlefields.