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Definitely worth it. Web guy keeps improving. Last year, they started sorting pics by squad, so it cut down on the random searching a bit. If you join AOG, certain of the memberships (if not all) include web guy, and get you discounts on merchandise, etc., and is overall a good value.

Helicopters are fun, so feel free to ask questions. I like talking about flying! Much appreciated -- answered my questions. I will see my DD Thurs for 70 of her 96 hrs, and will get her on the forum and PM you if she wants more info. Thanks for the input.

Thanks. I thought AF/Army separated several years back -- my only contact went through when it was a joint program, and he had to complete two phases of UPT and then go to rotary school. I will await Raimius's (always sound) comments.

My DD had no desire to fly when she started USAFA. She recently said she is starting to consider Helicopters. Just wondering (for my edification) what that path is, and what opportunities are realistically available. Would she still have to get a pilot slot and go through UPT, then apply for...

This might not be politically correct, but PW is also unofficially known as "hot sister weekend." Having a DD, she wanted her two sisters and cousins there under the auspice of being "meet a hot cadet weekend." Hormones aside, the cousin was so inspired that she is now applying to ROTC at her...

Hang in their everyone! I know it is excruciating -- we have all been through it as candidates or parents of candidates. If it is any solace there are a lot of people who have not heard from Princeton or Stanford either. The admissions process has changed somewhat this year, and there are...

Although everyone is different, I can share some info about my DD. I would say she was somewhat an introvert, but not due to shyness per se-- people annoy her easily and she just does not like to deal with them. USAFA has been a great experience for her, forced her into situations she...

Sorry if I am spoiling this for the Cadre, but I have it on good authority that one of the changes is genetically engineered dinosaur clones on the A-Course. Back on topic -- you won't need to trash a good watch during BCT. If it is dark and you are disoriented while your Cadre are yelling at...

You will have to be in uniform when out in public. You'll get the whole weekend off -- it will seem like an awful long time that will go by all too fast Most Doolies want to sleep fair amount. I believe (but double check) that you need to stay within 100 miles of USAFA, but can stay off base...

Really - jbjtitleist was kidding -- do not even think about it. Girlfriend staying in dorms = immediate dis-enrollment.

Silly question, but I have to ask -- did you check your portal and make sure you are a candidate and application is complete? A while back, we still had someone asking why s/he had not heard anything and it turned out s/he did not have a nomination. Assuming your application is complete, you...

No. The wing stands together for the game. Last year, towards the fourth quarter, some squads dismissed early. At the minimum, you will be able to see him immediately after the game and anthem. Try to get there early enough to see the wing come through the tunnel though -- that is a little crazy.

I have to respectfully disagree with Cerebra on this one. I made the last minute call to show up for A-Day and really glad I did. I have never seen my DD so emotional, or so happy, as when I snuck up behind her and said "prepare to lock it up cadet when you see your father." Neither of us are...

If you have volunteer or service opportunities where you can lead (or even better identify a problem or need in tour community and implement a means to address it) that would show leadership and initiative. It may also distinguish you from other candidates. Do not underestimate SAT and ACT...

Patience, grashopper. Most of us on the list have been here -- I know it is hard. Historically, acceptance notices go first to MOCs -- often on a Friday so they have a few days to contact their nominees (not all do though). The portals are updated, usually the following Thurs or Friday around...

What is your source of information? Although a great number of appointment offers have gone out, historically there are appointments made well into April, some in May, and I even know of one made in June. On a side note, and again based on prior years, MOCs are give notice a few days in...

Congratulations on your appointment! Search the older threads and there are discussions about special operations assignments with others more knowledgeable than I am. Here is one of those threads though. "Special ops Jobs after the academy." Here are some links as well...

Don't forget to bring that great big box full of contraband to carry over your head all day for the "bonus prize." [34KING18 - I hope you realize that Wildblueyonder and I are kidding here -- these are past examples of Basics that drew a little extra - and unwanted - attention to themselves]

If you need it, USAFA will provide it. If you need to know it, your Cadre will instruct you. The only thing you need to know is that you will be wrong. Read Christcorp's post all the way through. My advice to my DD was "middle of the pack" for BCT. Never get behind, and don't finish ahead...