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What do y'all think about the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef?

This question is mainly for current and/or recently graduated cadets. Did you take any of the Center for Enhanced Performance courses, like RS 101, 102, 103, or 104? I intend to take RS 101 and 102, but am skeptical about the latter two courses. Were they valuable for you, and would you...

Like the bacon thread, but lifting... Post questions, PRs, program reviews, etc. I'll start. I've been running 5/3/1 by Jim Wendler for the last two weeks and after this cycle I'm gonna start running more in preparation for CBT. Squat Bench Deadlift: 335 265 385

What would you like to hear about as a valedictory speech/address at a graduation? I'm just brainstorming right now and would love some ideas. I want to provide meaningful insight to people, but I'd also like it to be interesting, and maybe not something they've heard before. What have been the...

I really enjoy powerlifting/bodybuilding, and for these goals, it's crucial to be able to be in a caloric surplus. As a growing and active young man, I burn about 3500 calories daily, so I need about 4000 in order to have enough calories to gain muscle. I know that D1 athletes get their team...

PM me to be added to the gc. It's on snapchat, so include your username too. It's small rn, but I look forward to meeting the rest of my classmates.

So I have an LOA, and am 3Q with a nomination as of yesterday or today. How long does it usually take for an appointment to show up? My assumption is that the admissions board will meet this Thursday, review my file and decide there is an appointment, and then give my congressman's office a week...

This Saturday, I had an interview with a panel for my Congressman's nomination. Unfortunately, I don't feel that the interview went as well as my senatorial interviews did. I feel that my stats (GPA, ACT, ECAs, etc.) are greater than the majority of my competition for a nomination. How important...

I know the first appointment for USMA class of 2028 has been made today. Not me, but a friend.

When I was reading through some USMA regulations, I noted that during hunting season, Cadets may keep personal firearms in the homes of staff/faculty members given their permission, TAC approval, etc. So, what is hunting like at West Point? What animals can one hunt? And, are there stands or...

I'm lucky enough to be interviewing for all of the nominating sources for which I am eligible on Oct. 21 (minus VP). I'm sure a lot of people on here have sat on Congressional interview boards, so I'm wondering: what are some questions I may be asked? Thank you.

What happens if you get an LOA contingent upon a nomination, and you receive a nomination, but there is a principal nom on your slate that isn't you? Assuming the principal is found fully qualified.

A couple Saturdays ago, I (with some help) put the finishing touches on my Eagle Scout Project. I built a sturgeon spearing shanty for House in the Woods, an organization that takes veterans on healing outdoor experiences. For those who don't know, a sturgeon spearing shanty is basically a small...

I'm applying for nominations to USNA and USMA. USMA is by far my top choice, but I'd still be happy to attend USNA and serve as a Marine. The essay prompt—which I think uses inaccurate terminology— asks one to "Explain your reasons for wanting to attend a military academy." Ignoring the fact...

I sent an email to USNA admissions, specifically, my region's counselor, regarding sending my CFA results to West Point. This was 8 days ago. Should I send a followup email? Or, continue waiting.

Given the recent SCOTUS decisions regarding affirmative action, how will this affect USMA's admissions process? Specifically, will they be unable to consider race as part of the admissions decision (which seems fair anyway)? And, what are the ramifications? Any thoughts are appreciated; I'm just...

I posted a thread like this a while ago, and was told to wait... So I'm wondering now when the candidate portal for USNA opens, as I submitted my preliminary application months ago, and I know they got it and think I'm competitive, as I was accepted into NASS. Any thoughts are highly appreciated.

I read on the USNA website that the preliminary application is the same as the one for summer seminar, which I've been accepted to. Shouldn't they have sent me a link to the candidate portal? How long does it usually take to get access to it after submitting the preliminary application?

This summer, I joined cross country after taking part in football for my first two years of high school. I did this in order to improve my running for the CFA, as it was probably my weakest spot. Anyways, I was asked to stay behind after cross country practice two days ago. My mom, as assistant...

As a sophomore in high school, I have never really enjoyed football. It might be because due to being a slower runner (5.5 40 yd dash time), the only place for me is on the line. However, I weigh 160 pounds and just don't have the size my coaches want in a lineman. The lack of a true offseason...