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DETACHMENT 890CADET CANDIDACY TRAINING
ORIENTATION GUIDE
(434) 924-6831530 McCormick Road, Charlottesville, VA 22904 1
On behalf of our cadre and cadets, we are excited that you are joining our community. As a new cadet, you are
Welcome to Detachment 890!
beginning your career with the United States Air Force and Space Force, and while this path will be challenging, you
will commission as a Second Lieutenant and become a leader amongst your peers. This orientation guide has all the information you need to get off to a great start in our
program, so please read it thoroughly. Please contact us if you have any questions. We look forward to working with
you and having you at Detachment 890!
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For questions about Cadet Candidacy Training, please contact…
Cadet Olivia Benz, all universities: [email protected] David Cothran, LU: [email protected] William Brinkley, UVA/PVCC: [email protected] Andrew Verdin, JMU: [email protected]
Candidate-- Prospective cadets who have not yet passed the cadet test-- The cadet test includes a knowledge test, a drill test, and a reporting-in test
GMC: General Military Course-- Cadets in their first and second years of college-- Cadets who have not gone to Field Training
POC: Professional Military Course-- Cadets in their third and fourth year of college-- Cadets who have gone to Field Training
Cadre-- The officers who are in charge of the Detachment-- They also lead AIRS classes, oversee LLABs, and other specific events
Detachment-- Formal name for the Wing: Detachment 890-- Also can refer to the building itself, more commonly called “the Det”
Field Training-- Cadets typically attend Field Training over the summer between second and third year-- Field Training is about two weeks long and is essentially a “bootcamp” environment-- Cadets from all over the nation attend Field Training together
AS [Year]: Air Science [Year]-- Referring to the cadet’s class/year-- AS 100: 1st years, AS200: 2nd years, AS300: 3rd years, AS400:4th years -- AS150/250 refers to cadets who join the program in the spring semester of their first year and the fall or spring semester of their second year, respectively
COB: Close of Business-- End of the work day, 1700
NCO: Non-Commissioned Officer-- High-ranking enlisted member (rank E5 and higher)
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Acronyms/Important Terms
Abbreviations for Officers, NCOs, and Cadets
*You may use abbreviations in the greeting, body, and the closing of the email*
General: Gen [Last Name]
Lieutenant General: Lt Gen [Last Name]
Major General: Maj Gen [Last Name]
Brigadier General: Brig Gen [Last Name]
Colonel: Col [Last Name]
Lieutenant Colonel: Lt Col [Last Name]
Major: Maj [Last Name]
Captain: Capt [Last Name]
1st Lieutenant and 2nd Lieutenant: Lt [Last Name]
Chief Master Sergeant: CMSgt [Last Name]
Senior Master Sergeant: SMSgt [Last Name]
Master Sergeant: MSgt [Last Name]
Technical Sergeant: TSgt [Last Name]
Staff Sergeant: SSgt [Last Name]
Cadet: C/[Last Name]
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Acronyms/Important Terms Continued
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DET. 890 Cadet Life
**You are expected to maintain military bearing, dress and appearance, and be professional during the events described above. Cadets must be in uniform from
0800-1730 on their respective training days, Tuesday (UVA,JMU,PVCC) or Thursday (LU). You are expected to uphold the same standards of professionalism
and behavior even when not in uniform.
Phases
The first two years as a ROTC cadet compose the General Military Course (GMC), where cadets learn basic skills required of military life and how to be an effective follower. Between the summer of the second and third year, cadets will attend Field Training, where they are evaluated on the skills learned in the GMC. Upon graduation of Field Training, cadets will enter into the Professional Officer Course (POC), where they learn to lead others and prepare to commission as an active duty Air Force officer.
PT (Physical Training)PT is held twice a week for one hour. Arrive at least 10 minutes early.
-- JMU: Monday/Thursday 0630-0730-- UVA: Monday/Wednesday 0600-0700-- LU: Tuesday/Thursday 0600-0700
AIRS ClassAIRS class teaches the foundations of the Air Force in an academic environment. AIRS class is on Tuesdays at UVA for UVA and PVCC cadets, and occurs virtually for JMU cadets at the same time. For LU cadets, AIRS class is on Thursdays.
-- AIRS110/120 (mostly freshmen)-- AIRS210/220 (sophomores)-- AIRS310/320 (juniors)-- AIRS410/420 (seniors)
*Note: UVA calls it “AIRS 1100, 1200, etc.”
LLAB (Leadership Laboratory)LLAB allows cadets to practice hands-on skills with their peers, such as marching and team-building activities. UVA and PVCC LLAB occurs 1530-1730 every Tuesday at UVA (PVCC Cadets are required to provide their own transportation to UVA), and JMU cadets will have LLAB from 1530-1730 every Tuesday at JMU. LU Cadets have LLAB from 1530-1730 every Thursday at LU.
*Note: UVA LLAB class code for JMU/UVA is AIRS 100 and for LU is AIRS 001
Table of Contents
Packing List: Page 7Customs and Courtesies: Page 8Greetings: Page 8-9Position of Attention: Page 10Reporting In Procedures: Page 11Detachment Procedures: Page 12 Reporting Civil Involvements and Medical Concerns: Page 13
Professionalism: Page 14Fraternization: Page 15Maltraining: Page 16Chain of Command: Page 17Weekly Schedule: Page 18Key Locations: Page 19-21Uniform Wear: Page 22-24
Grooming Standards: Page 25-26Email and Communication: Page 27-28Air Force Rank Structure: Page 29-30FAQs: Page 31-32Extracurricular Activities: Page 33Notes: Page 34
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Quantity Item Color
1 Pair of running/athletic shoes --
2 Crew Cut T-Shirts White, No Logos
2 Crew Cut T-Shirts Black, No Logos
2 Athletic Shorts (no more than 5in above the knee) Black
2 Pair of Denim Jeans (no rips, frays, or fades) Blue
4 Pair of Socks White or Black (Logos Acceptable)
4 Underwear --
1 Belt Black, Blue, Brown
1 Notebook --
1 Pen Blue or Black
1 Wristwatch (digital recommended) Black
1 Water Bottle --
-- Toiletries and Hygiene Products --
1 Sunscreen --
1 Insect Repellent --
1 Mask Black, Navy Blue, Brown Cloth Masks or a Medical/Surgical Mask
1 Hand Sanitizer --
1 Printed copy of the CCT Guide (this packet) --
1 Printed copy of the Knowledge Packet (found on the Det 890 website)
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Packing List
Customs vs. Courtesies
-Custom: Act or ceremony stemming from tradition
-Courtesy: Outward sign of respect
Identifying Personnel
-Officer Ranks: Found on the collar/chest of ABUs/OCPs, found on shoulders of service dress
-Enlisted Ranks: Found on the sleeves/chest of ABUs/OCPs, found on sleeves of service dress
-POC Ranks (Straight Bars): Found on the collar of ABUs, found on shoulders of service dress
-GMC Ranks (Diagonal Bars): Found on the collar of ABUs, found on shoulders of service dress
Issued to Officers, NCOs, and POC
-Issue greeting at the beginning of a conversation or an email as well as when passing outside or inside
Greetings of the day:
1. 00:00-11:59 “Good morning…”2. 12:00-16:59 “Good afternoon…”3. 17:00-23:59 “Good evening…”
-Follow the greeting of the day by rank and name OR sir/ma’am
1. Multiple males should be addressed as “gentlemen,” multiple females should be addressed as “ladies”
2. Females should be greeted before males if both parties are of the same rank, otherwise military members with higher ranks are always greeted first
3. Ex: “Good morning Captain Lagrange,” “Good afternoon ma’am,” “Good evening ladies, good evening sir”
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Customs and Courtesies
Greetings
Greeting when outdoors:
1. Continue walking if you are already walking, it is unnecessary to stop
2. Salute and render the greeting at six paces away3. Hold the salute until he/she drops his/her salute or until
you pass him/her4. Do not salute when wearing PTGs, only render the
greeting of the day
Greeting when indoors:
1. Do not salute indoors unless you are formally reporting or receiving an award
2. Follow the above instructions for greeting when outdoors
If you are in a group and someone of higher rank approaches:
1. Follow the above instructions for outdoors and indoors
2. The first person to see the person of higher rank should call, “Group, greet [name and rank]”
3. The group in unison renders the greeting of the day
*It is not necessary to salute if your hands are full or you are carrying something with both hands, simply render the greeting of the day*
1. If you only need one hand to carry something, carry it in your left hand to be prepared to salute with your right hand
*Do not salute on staircases, while riding a bike, and in a select few other situations in which focusing on a
salute could distract you from staying safe* 9
Greetings Continued
Assume the position of attention when being
addressed by officers or POC unless told
otherwise. When in the position of attention,
always maintain proper bearing.
Call the room to attention for entrance:
1. Called when an officer enters the room2. Call the room to attention again only if a higher
ranking officer enters the room3. Post someone at the door to prepare to call the
room to attention4. When the officer is six paces away, call “Room,
stand-by”5. The cadet posted at the door greet the officer as
he/she approaches6. When the officer crosses the threshold of the room,
the posted cadet calls “Room, attention”7. The officer will then call “At ease” or “Carry on” to
relieve everyone of the position of attention8. If no one is posted to the door, the first person to
see the higher-ranking officer calls room to attention
Call the room to attention for exit:
1. Called when the highest ranking officer in the room exits the room
2. Follow the same instructions for points 3-7 under “calling the room to attention for entry” 10
Position of Attention
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Used when officially meeting an officer in his/her office
Entering1. Knock once, loudly, on the center of the door if
closed or on the door frame if open
2. The officer will call “Enter” or tell you to wait3. Once given permission to enter, take the most direct route
to the officer and stand two paces away from him/her4. Salute and say, “[Rank and name or sir/ma’am], Cadet
[your name] reports as ordered”5. The officer will return the salute and you may then drop
yours6. Remain at attention unless told otherwise
Exiting
1. Once the meeting is finished, assume the position of attention if the officer had given you permission to stand/sit at ease
2. Ask the officer, “[Rank and name or sir/ma’am], will that be all?”
3. The officer will reply, “That’ll be all”4. Render the greeting of the day and salute5. The officer will return the salute and you may then drop
yours6. Step back with your left foot and swing your left arm
forward, then exit the room in the most direct route as possible
-If the door was open prior to the meeting, then leave the door open when entering/exiting, and if the door was closed prior to the meeting, then leave the door closed when entering/exiting
Reporting In Procedures
Follow the flight path at all times
- The flight path runs along the right side of the hallway, you must square corners and may not cut across unless given permission
Bridges appear as tape/lines across the hallway and allow you to cut across the hallway
Walk at attention along the flight path
Greet all Officers, NCOs, and POC
- If stopped by someone of higher rank, brace your shoulders against the wall and stand at attention
If another cadet is stopped in the hallway by a POC or an officer and you must pass them, pop up your hand and request, “[Rank and name], Cadet [your last name] requests permission to pass.”
- Example: “Captain Lagrange, Cadet Ross requests permission to pass.”
No talking unless in Cadet Lounge
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Detachment Procedures
You represent the U.S. Air Force, especially when in uniform
Be respectful and behave appropriately
If you are unsure of how to address someone, always be more formal/official than disrespectful
In uniform, you may not:
1. Eat, drink, use a cell phone, or wear earbuds while walking
--- You must be prepared to salute and render a greeting at all times2. Jaywalk
--- You are held to a higher standard and will follow the laws of the nation with or without your uniform3. Use expletives --- You must act professionally and be respectful of others while in uniform4. Fundraise
--- You may not show support for private organizations or publicly express personal political or religious opinions while in uniform
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Professionalism
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Fraternization
- There will be no fraternization between cadre and POC, cadre and GMC, or GMC and POC
- Getting to know your cadre and wingmen is encouraged, but in a professional manner in a mentoring environment
- Examples of fraternization include dating, drinking, and partying
- Report any fraternization to cadre
Fraternization in the military relates to prohibited personal relationships between military service
members of different ranks and positions
Appropriate interactions include morale events, mentoring, bonding activities
- Meeting with a POC cadet for advice on choosing a major
- Meeting with a member of cadre to discuss a personal issue and its effect on your academic/ROTC performance
- Inviting POC to join flight bonding activities
Maltraining is any practice not designed to meet a course training objective
-- The U.S. Air Force, ROTC, and Detachment 890 have zero tolerance for maltraining or hazing
-- Each aspect of training is meant to serve a purpose and designed to help you improve
-- If you do not understand the purpose of part of your training, do not hesitate to ask
-- Communicate with POC and cadre if you feel you have experienced or witnessed maltraining or hazing
-- Utilize the Commander’s Action Line Box by dropping a note into the box with anything you would like to share with Colonel Hough
- Col Hough will directly receive your note
- You may leave the note anonymous
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Maltraining
DOs DONTs&- Take all ideas and questions up the
chain of command- Ask your peers- Ask your Flight Commander- Move up the chain after you have
asked your peers and your Flight Commander
- Send professional emails to your cadre instructor on relevant topics
1. Appropriate: questions about academic assignments, updates on medical status
2. Inappropriate: asking cadre what the Uniform of the Day will be
- Email cadets and cadre sensitive and/or inappropriate info
- Email medical information- Ignore chain of command- Email Colonel Hough unless given
permission or unless it is relevant1. Appropriate: Col Hough has asked
you to send him an update on a project you are working on, asking Col Hough a question if he is your academic instructor
2. Inappropriate: Asking Colonel Hough where PT will be held, presenting an idea for LLAB to Col Hough before discussing it with your academic
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Civil Involvements-- Upon application to AFROTC, the Detachment will counsel applicants that they
are required to report all involvements with civil, military or school authorities, regardless of the severity, disposition, or the date involvement.
-- Any offense, violation of law or ordinance, or any other incident causing adverse involvement or contact with civil, military, or school authorities must be reported. This includes:
● Violations of school honor code● Prior-service UCMJ/Article 15 actions ● Administrative discharge, demotion, or letters of reprimand while in
government or military service-- Subsequent involvements will be added to the original AFROTC Form 35. Cadets
must report all involvements regardless of final disposition. When listing events on the AFROTC Form 35, Cadets must provide details to show the significance of the event.
-- For example, when listing speeding, the cadet MUST indicate the speed he/she was traveling and the speed limit. This gives the Detachment Commander and reviewing authorities a clear picture of the cadet’s behavior.
*Cadets must continue to report all subsequent civil involvements to the detachment within 72 hours after the initial involvement occurs. For
involvements that occur during school break periods of more than 72 hours, the individual may wait to report the involvement NLT 72 hours after their
return to classes following the break*
Medical Concerns-- Must have 80% attendance for PT, AIRS, and LLAB throughout each and every
semester.-- If you would like to have an absence excused due to illness, you must get a
doctor’s note and give it directly to your AIRS instructor within one week along with an MFR.
Reporting Civil Involvements and Medical Concerns
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Chain of Command
Air Force Chain of Command:
● Commander in Chief, The Honorable Donald J. Trump
● Secretary of Defense, The Honorable Mark T. Esper
● Secretary of the Air Force,The Honorable Barbara M. Barrett
● Chief of Staff of the Air Force, General Charles Q. Brown Jr.
● AETC Commander, Lieutenant General Marshall B. Webb
● AU Commander,Lieutenant General James B. Hecker
● Holm Center Commander, Brigadier General Leslie A. Maher
● AFROTC Commander,Colonel Christopher L. Bennett
● SE Regional Commander,Colonel John T. Caranta III
● Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force,Chief Master Sergeant JoAnne S. Bass
Detachment 890 Chain of Command:
● Commander Detachment 890, Colonel Michael S. Hough
● Operations Officer, Major Christopher M. Tulip
● Operations Flight Commander, Captain David J. Fields
● Education Officer, Captain Brian K. Lagrange
● Associate Professor of Air Science, Dr. Beverly Davis
● Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of Personnel, Staff Sergeant Max Spokony
● Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of Administration, Staff Sergeant Ryan Armitage
● Cadet Wing Commander UVA, JMU, PVCC,Cadet Colonel Olivia Benz
● Cadet Wing Commander LU, Cadet Colonel Simon Little
*There are TWO SEPARATE CADET WINGS. LU is one wing and UVA, JMU, and PVCC is a second wing! Each wing has a SEPARATE Wing Commander!
Physical Training (PT)1. More commonly referred to as PT2. UVA/PVCC: Monday/Wednesday 0600-07003. LU: Tuesday/Thursday 0600-07004. JMU: Monday/Thursday 0630-0730
Leadership Laboratory (LLAB)1. More commonly referred to as Lead LAB2. JMU/UVA/PVCC: Tuesday 1515-1730
- JMU cadets and UVA cadets conduct LLAB at their respectiveuniversities- PVCC cadets commute to UVA via their own transportation
3. LU: Thursday 1515-17304. All cadets must sign up for LLAB as an academic class through the
university- Arrive to all events early
OPORDs
1. Operation Orders (OPORDs)2. OPORDs explain location, activities, time, Uniform of the Day for
PT, AIRS & LLAB3. OPORDs are emailed to all cadets prior to the first PT of the week4. Read the OPORDs in advance in order to prepare for the activities
of the week
Uniform Wear
- The uniform unites all members of the military and the Air Force -
- Act professionally when in uniform -
- Wear the uniform with pride - 18
Weekly Schedule
D
B
AC
A - O-Hill C - Slaughter GymB - Detachment 890 D - Amphitheater 19
UVA Key Locations
A
B
C
E
D
A - ISAT Track C - The Quad E - ShowkerB - Memorial D - Godwin F - Hillside Field 20
JMU Key Locations
F
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A - DeMoss Hall C - Vines CenterB - Outdoor Track D - Reber Thomas Dining HallE - Green Hall F - Circle Fields
AB
CD
E
LU Key Locations
F
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Uniform Wear
Physical Training Gear, more commonly referred to as “PTGs”.
Worn during every PT session. Shirt is always fully tucked into the shorts.
Airman Battle Uniform, more commonly referred to as “ABUs”.
Worn on Tuesdays during AIRS and LLAB when stated as uniform of the week. Rank worn on collar.
Service Dress and blues, worn on Tuesdays during AIRS and LLAB when stated as uniform of the week. These two
uniform items are worn together. When the jacket is worn, it is Service Dress, and when off, it is Blues.
These two uniforms are commonly worn during special occasions such as ceremonies. Rank worn on shoulder
epaulets.
Operational Camouflage Pattern Uniform, more commonly referred to as “OCPs”.
Worn on Tuesdays during AIRS and LLAB when stated as uniform of the week. Rank worn in middle of chest.
1. PT shirt, provided by the detachment2. PT shorts, provided by the detachment3. PT cold weather gear (optional), provided by the detachment4. ABU/OCP hat, provided by the detachment5. Black or white socks (logos acceptable)6. Tennis shoes
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CCT Uniform and Modified Uniform Wear
Upon graduating candidacy, new cadets will receive Air Force PTGs to wear to PT.
Due to supply shortages, AS100s often wear the modified version of ABUs/OCPs and Blues/Service Dress uniforms to LLAB.
Modified Uniform
CCT Training Uniform
1. Black T-shirt tucked into pants2. Blue jeans (no rips or distress)3. Black, brown, or blue belt aligned on the gig line4. Black or white socks (logos acceptable)5. Tennis shoes
-The gig line is an imaginary line that runs down the center of the body to align and straighten clothing
1. The edge of the belt buckle must be aligned with the zipper/buttons of the pants
2. Males feed the belt to the left through the belt loops3. Females feed the belt to the right through the belt loops
*Not worn on the Introductory Night, only worn on full training days
CCT PT Uniform
1. White shirt (no logos, tucked into shorts)2. Black shorts (no logos, no more than 5in above the knee)2. Black or white socks (logos acceptable)3. Tennis shoes
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CCT Uniform Example
Gig Line Examples
Male Female
Male Grooming standardsAppearance
-- clean and well-groomedBulk
-- tapered cut-- must not exceed 1.25”
Sideburns-- cannot touch ears-- straight and even-- must not extend past bottom of ear opening
Mustaches-- conservative-- must not extend past the limits of the upper lip
Beards-- not authorized-- some exceptions for medical reasons
Female Grooming StandardsHair
-- no minimum length-- no unnatural colors, cannot be two toned-- bulk must not exceed 3.5”-- hair accessories must be black or match hair color
-- scrunchies are authorized-- hair must not extend past the bottom edge of the collar-- bangs will not touch the eyebrows-- exception for PTGs
-- loose ends allowed-- hair may extend past bottom edge of the collar
Cosmetics and Jewelry -- conservative, neutral color-- Necklaces will not be visible at any time. If worn, will be concealed under a collar or undershirt.-- earrings can only be worn in the lowest, lobe piercing
-- small gold or silver balls, pearls, or diamonds authorized 25
Grooming Standards
For further guidance please refer to AFI 36-2903
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Grooming Standards Diagrams
Emails
-Primary form of communication in ROTC
-Turn on notifications for your email on your phone
-Follow the chain of command when emailing superiors
-Respond to emails in a timely manner
Emails: The Parts
Greeting/Salutation
- Begin the email with the greeting of the day, rank, and last name
Body
- Begin the first sentence with the appropriate “Ma’am” or “Sir”
- Remain professional, polite, and concise
- If the email becomes lengthy, simply describe the basic issue and offer to meet in-person with the recipient of the email to further explain/discuss
- Close with “Very Respectfully,” and “Cadet [Your Last Name]” on the line below
- Signature Block
Signature Block
//SIGNED//
YOUR FIRST NAME, MIDDLE INITIAL, LAST NAME, C/[4C, 3C, 2C, 1C], AFROTC
Flight
University ‘Graduation Year (last two digits)
Major(s)
Phone Number (with dashes, no parenthesis)
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Email & Communication Basics
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Example Email
Good morning Capt Lagrange,
Sir, I was hoping to discuss with you the different career options in the Air Force. Would you be able to meet with me this week? If so, I am available anytime between 1300-1630 Wednesday and Thursday. Please let me know if any of these times work for you. Thank you.
Very respectfully,
Cadet Ross
//SIGNED//
ANNA M. ROSS, C/4C, AFROTC
Charlie Flight
James Madison University ‘24
Biology
458-998-2514
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Enlisted Ranks
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Officer Ranks
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is ROTC?
The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) produces leaders for the Air Force. It is an educational program that gives men and women the opportunity to become
Air Force officers while completing their degrees. Cadets receive military training while going to college. The program lasts three to four years. Any student with more than three
years remaining may be eligible for ROTC.
As a freshman cadet, you take a 1-hour class each week to learn basic Air Force knowledge. As a sophomore, you take a 1-hour class on air power history. There is no
commitment for the first two years unless you are on scholarship. The academic courses, along with the weekly Leadership Laboratory, make up the curriculum.
Do I have to attend Bootcamp?
AFROTC’s version of bootcamp is the two-week Field Training program. This is normally taken during the summer after your sophomore year. The Air Force covers all necessary
expenses. Cadets are sent to Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama, to do their training. Cadets from all over the country attend to gain hands-on experience in
leadership, management, and problem solving. Cadets also receive survival training, aircraft indoctrination, weapons familiarization, and physical fitness training.
Can I enroll in AFROTC without joining the Air
Force?Yes. There is no commitment to the Air Force until cadets contract, usually after Field
Training, or receive a scholarship. The classes during this time provide general information about the Air Force. It is a time to decide without commitment if ROTC and the Air Force are for you. The current commissioning source for the new United States Space Force, is
AFROTC. Pending job selection, you can also join the USSF.
However, If you enter the program with a four-year scholarship, you can quit after the first year with no obligation. If you are awarded a three-year scholarship coming into the
program, you aren’t committed until you accept the scholarship. There is no commitment until a contract is signed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to cut my hair?
Yes. Hair must be kept in accordance with Air Force guidelines, AFI36-2903 concerning grooming standards when in uniform.
Can I do AFROTC and still participate in other campus
activities?Yes, you may play sports, join a fraternity or sorority, play in the marching band, work,
and generally fill your spare time as you desire. We encourage cadets to be well-rounded and involved on campus. The total time commitment for AFROTC
(including classes, leadership lab, and meetings) is about three to six hours a week for freshmen and sophomores. For juniors and seniors who assume leadership roles
in the corps, the commitment is approximately five to eight hours a week.
Do new Cadets get hazed?
NO. All cadets, no matter what year, are treated with dignity and respect. This isn’t an in-your-face shouting boot-camp-style environment at all. Senior cadets guide
and mentor the new cadets—in fact, that is what our cadet officers are trained to do. Our detachment cadre (composed of active duty commissioned and
noncommissioned officers) are concerned about you as a person, a student, and as a cadet. We are your ROTC family, and your well-being and progress are our
number one concern.
Will I get paid while in AFROTC?
YES. Scholarship cadets have their tuition paid as well as a textbook entitlement and a monthly stipend. Contracted cadets (those who have committed to joining
the Air Force, but who may or may not have a scholarship) receive a monthly stipend starting their junior year and lasting until they graduate from AFROTC.
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DET.890 Cadet Extracurricular Activities
Once you are a Cadet, it is strongly encouraged to become more involved within the Detachment. Joining one of our extracurricular
activities is a great way to start. Not only does joining Det. 890’s extracurricular activities help you reach your full potential as a Cadet
through numerous leadership opportunities, but it also helps you get to know your fellow wingmen better.
Arnold Air Society: Demas T. Craw Squadron- A nationally recognized professional, honorary, service organization
advocating the support of aerospace power. Professional because of its mission to further develop future Air Force officers, honorary because of the high standards for membership, and service-oriented because of the contributions and assistance provided to the community, the campus, and officer commissioning programs.
- To become apart of AAS, you will be required to complete an 8-week candidacy process. Candidacy occurs after LLABs for about 2 hours and happens during both the fall and spring semester. For more information regarding AAS and on how to join, please be on the look-out from the Arnold Air Society Commander during the semester.
Drill Team: McConnell Escadrille- An organization built on precision and excellence. After joining the
Drill Team, cadets perform in drill and ceremonies with arms. They will learn all aspects of drill and ceremonies, customs and courtesies, and military professionalism. Members perform silent drill routines with rifles, a feat which requires practice, teamwork, and incredible precision.To become apart of the Drill Team you will be required to complete an 8-week candidacy process. Candidacy occurs typically on Sunday afternoons for about 2 hours and happens only during the Fall semester. For more information regarding Drill Team and how to join please be on the look-out from your schools Drill Team Commander during the semester. 33
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Notes