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Okay Class of 2020...... have you purchased your boots yet? Any recommendations?

We were told to buy boots early so my son could break them in before attending The Citadel. Any advice on brands? I'm assuming a desert color. Lightweight for running or regular? Who knew there were so many options! Thank you!

Thank you all so much! My son just came back from his overnight pre-knob visit. His was a very realistic experience and he is looking forward to going next year. I'm so glad he had the opportunity to go visit and I'm glad it wasn't sugarcoated. He is ready. Now to get me ready....... ;-)

As a mom, I'm curious as to why many of you chose to go from home to such a structured and tough environment in these military colleges. Why was it the right decision for you? Do you regret not going to a state university with your friends?

Fun! I see two have hatched now. We enjoyed watching the Decorah eagles a couple of years ago. Really interesting to watch the mom and dad care for and feed them.

Out of curiosity, are athletes treated any differently than cadets at places like VMI or The Citadel? Do they keep themselves apart, do they miss any regular workout activities b/c of practice, is there any resentment towards them, that sort of thing? Just wondering b/c of something that was...

Just curious if any of you or your kids have experience attending CSI. Glad you went or do you wish you had more of a real "first day" experience? Do you feel it really prepared you? Do you think you had an advantage over those who didn't go? Was it worth losing that last month at home...

My son would like to attend The Citadel. He plays football, basketball and baseball in high school. He just finished up football and is now going into basketball season. He is worried that basketball practice will not help him get physically fit enough for school or the testing. He came home...

Hello, this forum has been great reading. I think we may be starting things a bit later than some. My son will be a senior this year and he is just now starting the process to apply, ask for letters of recommendation, etc.... We visited VMI and The Citadel this summer - both great visits...