I'm cool with anything they throw at me, but what are the rules for ROTC? are there uniform requirements? or shaving rules? do non-scholarship cadets even receive uniforms?
What service are we talking about? I can find uniform directives online to give you a taste of what you're in for, but looking at a gigantic publication like AFI 36-2903 would be very daunting for someone with no uniform experience.
You're talking about JROTC?Well, that's exactly what we do. One of my class assignments was to go through that and answer specific questions about how to wear the uniform, grooming standards, etc.
Most if not all units also have some kind of presentation (usually PowerPoint) that they'll show to cadets, and explain the uniform rules - they're very good at making you understand them haha. At the end of the day though, AFI 36-2903 is how we do it
Edit: By the way, that's speaking to Air Force, but I would assume every branch has some kind of new student orientation program where you'll learn it all, and where to go for more info (like the AFIs).
I'm cool with anything they throw at me, but what are the rules for ROTC? are there uniform requirements? or shaving rules? do non-scholarship cadets even receive uniforms?
I know that every detachment is different, but I was wondering how is works if you were to miss a class. I have a personal reason of why I would be missing class for a few days in the middle of the semester, but I do not want it to effect me tremendously in my detachment. Any information is greatly appreciated!
How about the haircut regulations? Should I be heading out there with a high and tight?
+1SCcandidate2015,
So your answer comes from your years of experience in ROTC?
No. I don't have personal experience. However, I know people at SMCs and they all say don't shave your head down to regulations, so as to not stick out and be "that guy."
Now, I don't know if sg1fan93 is going to a SMC. But I think I gave decent advice regardless of that.
No one wants to look like the trying-too-hard guy who thinks he knows everything.
Blend in with appearance (and attittude). Stick out with performance.