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I thank everyone for their input!

Thank you. I will contact USAFA then to find out if it is still an option that is available.

Couldn't agree with you more! Unfortunately it is difficult for my Cadet to see that right now and with the response from the professors about OT has put a negative light on the situation. She was very happy to go to the Academy and proud to serve in the medical field but now she doesn't see...

There is no JV team but you can definately try out for the team. It is rare that they keep a walk on but perhaps you are good enough to play D1 soccer. When you go to try outs be aggressive in your play, just agree with the coaches and be friendly. Be in great shape too. During BCT you...

My Cadet said that the food was pretty decent the 1st year but after that you're sick of it. I have tried to eat at Mitch's on Parent's Weekend but that just isn't acceptable. We have to leave USAFA for some real food! LOL I do understand that during basic it's great because your so hungry...

I will try and explain the career of choice dilema. My cadet wants to be an Occupational Therapist. This requires a Master's or PHD so there is no problem in choosing a major at the Academy. The problem is, the Air Force has OT's but right now they are bringing them in from outside of the...

I am trying to find out some information about something I read called a Stop Out. It allows cadets to take a 1 year break between the 2nd and 3rd year to help them decide about a career in the AF. My cadet is very torn about staying and making a commitment for the next 7 years because the...