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Mixed in under another topic recently was a debate regarding parents attending PEP on PPW. Since I'm only about an hr away, I attended PEP one morning last week and had no problem whatsoever, although I did not enter past the fence nor sat on the bleachers. PEP is held on the Rip Miller field...

I think we all agree that during PS, they break them down, so they can build them back up, etc etc. I believe that in another week at the halfway point, they bring in a new set of detailers for the last 3 weeks. So how does that work typically? With fresh, new detailers in charge, does the...

1. They say you shouldn't try and stand out/show off during plebe summer; just blend in and you'll be better off. So how does that apply to pistol and rifle shooting? Should you not try and be a great shot on purpose? And for the obstacle course, should you not try to get your best time, or...

Who's familiar with the Blue Angels performances during Commissioning Week? The attached schedule says they perform at a few different times. But which is really the best show to see? I've heard the practices are as good or better than the actual demo. But maybe not. Also, where's the...

I'm sure several of you have had this same circumstance and I'd appreciate learning how this works. Son will be entering plebe year and has received a few scholarships; one for $5K/yr x 4yrs; another for $2.5K x 4 yrs; and another for $1K x 4 yrs. I heard that upon entering, plebes...

I've read that plebes will take exams early on and can get 'validated' out of some classes and would have to take others (higher level/more difficult) classes instead. Take calculus for example. If a plebe had taken AP calculus in high school and done fairly well (grade A or B), they might end...

What are some typical summer assignments at the USMA after years 1, 2, and 3? I know that midshipman at the Naval Academy are typically onboard a ship heading to other countries for summer duty. What do cadets do? Are they assigned to Army bases elsewhere in the US? Do they ever get...

I realize attending a SA is unlike the 'traditional' 4 yr college experience. But still, these are 18-22 yr olds for the most part, that need/want to enjoy themselves at times. I'm not talking about Animal House type frat parties, but it seems like the entire plebe year, you are 'owned', other...

All new to this, but wondering what happens to those who just don't care for the USNA lifestyle after 1 or 2 years....or even after plebe summer. Many of these guys/gals are right out of high school and making a critical decision as a 17 yr old to enter the Academy. What's the course of...