Could you please share what the first 24 months hold for a 2LT in the Engineer Branch, to include Engineer school syllabus? DS1 will be heading that way. Commissioning May '12 Thanks -Russ
Turning the page
The Page has turned and chapter closes and new one starts. DS is Off to Aero Engineering and with In state tuition at an out of state school. AFRTOC program participant and a very bright future. Would have enjoyed the water, sailing and swimming, but will have new things to...
529
I'll just tell you what we have done. Son is now a Cow.
529 monies were used for the $2,900 deposit (it's lower now) and we had a ... check sent directly to the USMA Treasurer FBO John Doe. they are extremely helpful in the USMA treasurers office. (845) 938-4262
If your DS/DD is...
One Data Point
I'll give you one data point: DS is NROTC-MO at Auburn. He also received ~$10k in departmental schollies, which he has used for room and meal plan. No sweat. It is almost like it is supposed to work out that way. I would say that your HS might not have all the answers in this...
Well you could at least make the inquiry...
If you live in California (i think I read that) you could at least make contact with the Unit.
http://www.sscnet.ucla.edu/nrotc/about.htm
Not to mention UCLA admissions. UCLA is a great school with a selective reputation...
One of many good books....
I would recommend this as a good read...
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4989622
http://www.amazon.com/Team-Rivals-Political-Abraham-Lincoln/dp/0684824906
Thread Jack in progress.
Possible Shutdown
It's a Valid Question.
In the March 4th 5th time frame, the continuing resolution underwhich the federal government is operating (in lieu of a FY2011 Budget) will expire. It is possible that the political dynamic will render a shutdown of non essential services for a period...
Not today
S looked online and saw that he had not been selected. "Driving on" to participate with Det, which he has visited at his #1 school. Major is Aero Eng.
Good luck all who wish to serve. God has a plan.
one tidbit
Trev-
I work at Redstone Arsenal and the place is full of Army Officers in the Acquisition Corps. Your Finance Degree could be very useful, after a few years of experience in the line and some staff jobs. Not totally sure how they get there, but here is some reading...
Some thoughts
Just a couple of thoughts based on my experience as a Cadet Dad, Midde Dad and working with Military.
Your son will stand out, but in a good way. His ribbons will be the first thing people notice.
It will not be his first time away from home. Others will be freaking out...
wow
after reading through this....I would not encourage S to walk-on for football, but to keep with swimming. He has a good sized frame and will be a great addition to any IM FB team though, can throw a sweet ball.
I think i may be ahead of myself. Still awaiting mail.
Thanks Much, Luigi.