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AT USMA post night, the cadets actually picked units this year, not duty stations. My son got his second choice of brigade at his preferred location.

It was this year, two of my son's top choices were the 3rd BCT and the 1st BCT of the 101st at Fort Campbell.

Secretary of State Dennis Rodman?

Jason, I wanted to share my nephew's story. He was unable to get a medical waiver for USNA and ultimately went NROTC. Early in his freshman year he sprained his ankle and decided to give up NROTC. He graduated with an engineering degree and got an entry level job on the west coast (He was...

Or, with a slight frown, nod, look them in the eye and say "sometimes'...

jam, Join the WP Dad's page on facebook. There are several dads who have daughters in all classes and graduates. I think they will be glad to share direct feedback with you.

Prayers for all of those lost, and their friends and families. I am so sorry Scout.

When my son applied (class of 2013)he was notified that he did not get a nomination in March of 2010. He was already a second semester plebe. (having been nominated by our representative) No joke.

+1 I think you really need to address why you are sick so often. As Dixieland states, there are no "sick days" at WP. (unless you go the the infirmary and get a diagnosis, and that is something you would like to avoid if possible)

LOL, I really need that second cup of coffee!

Good luck to all of the firsties on the next step of their journey!

No, if you get a real nice cadre member you may get a quick word or hug, but don't expect it.

Williamsburg is actually around 3 hours (180-190 miles) but as Pima mentions, traffic in Maryland/VA is usually a nightmare.

My son recently opened up an account and purchased car insurance. He was at the car dealer picking up his vehicle and the dealer said there was a problem with the address on the temporary insurance card. Within 15 minutes USAA had sent a new one. I have been impressed so far.

We may not understand in our life time the mental illnesses which cause inexplicable horror in our world, but we do understand the publicity grabbing, profit motive driven actions of these " ". (I don't even know what to call them) I know they have made many idle threats about protesting...