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    Letters

    Funnyesq, you are not required to read mail in front of cadre, but sometimes they made us open letters to check for pictures. If there wasn't a lot of time, we would just shove all our mail into our camelbacks, and they'd ask us to bring them any pictures after we opened them that night...
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    Reccomended Ccontraband for BCT

    The cadre (at least mine) did not take away moleskin or Band-Aids, and in fact encouraged us to use our own if we had it. The SMO's, while they try to help, are severely undersupplied . They constantly ran out of moleskin, and we had to share bags of ice if we were injured. The cadre for my...
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    Class of 2018 Female, happy to answer questions

    You get weighed in that night, and once a week after that during all of basic.
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    Squadrons??

    Soccermii, as far as 'good' and 'bad' squadrons go, it's very hard to tell as the people in it change. The seniors graduate, and new juniors and freshmen come into the squad. The permanent party (AOC and AMT) can change as well. The reputation of a squad is usually dependent on the people in it...
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    Class of 2018 Female, happy to answer questions

    Averyc, my biggest piece of advice is to find a group or club, or any other extracurricular that you feel comfortable being yourself in. I struggled immensely with not losing myself in all the doolie year pressures, but I joined the choir and that helped me greatly. I developed strong...
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    Squadrons

    The reason for the change from a 1+3 to a 2+2 was because upperclassmen would "train" doolies much harder because they knew they would never share a squadron with them again. It created a system where the upper three classes would form bonds over the course of 3 years, while freshmen never had...
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    i-day checklist questions - 3 items

    Personally, I was unable to find enough white sports bras and compression shorts for the brand I felt very comfortable wearing all day long (comfort does matter). In addition, I ran out of clean undergarments multiple times and had to wash them in my sink at night. While we absolutely expect the...
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    Hair Regulations

    Totally didn't see that, thanks BlahuKahnua.
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    Hair Regulations

    "If worn, hairpins, combs, headbands, elastic bands and barrettes must match the hair color (i.e., blonde, brunette, natural red, black, grey), but hair must still comply with bulk and appearance standards. Ornaments are not authorized (i.e., ribbons, beads, jeweled pins). Scrunches are not...
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    Class of 2018 Female, happy to answer questions

    For a slightly different perspective, I chose to buy more expensive and high quality sports bras, spandex and underwear so I would be very comfortable during basic. The issued spandex/compression shorts I found to be uncomfortable and was extremely happy with my choice of quality and comfort...
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    **A thread for the Girls**

    Unlike a lot of girls, I chose to buy expensive and comfortable underwear that would last me past the six weeks of basic. I bought all black underwear so the color wouldn't look dirty after they were washed. They held up fantastically and I still wear them. It's very much a personal preference...
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    Health

    There is girl in my squad that I went through BCT with that had major back problems involving the discs. She was in a lot of pain, but completed all the exercises she could within her limitations. While basic did make the problem worse, she found it worth it. This may not be the case for...
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    **A thread for the Girls**

    We got issued over the counter allergy medicine. They give you basically everything you need in terms of medicine minus BC and any other approved prescriptions. Some prescriptions, such as pills for acne, are considered non-essential and you can't have. You want to bring the least amount of...
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    BCT and ICs

    Soccermii, if I am guessing from your username correctly, I'm assuming you are a soccer IC. My basic roommate was also a soccer IC. During intermurals, they practiced with their teams. I believe there was never other mandated practice times separate from basic. They conducted one meeting for...
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    **A thread for the Girls**

    To answer the shaving question, no. They don't and won't give you time. No one cares if you shave or not. Trust me, shaving will be the least of your worries. I shaved maybe once during BCT. It's not worth the lost sleep for the time it takes. That being said, you do have a sink and mirror in...
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    Ask a Doolie Anything!

    Going to a SA is all about pushing your limits and overcoming challenges. Heights, though intimidating, shouldn't really be the focus of your concerns and won't be close to the hardest thing you'll have to do. Your first challenge is basic. If I were you, I would prepare for that and hold off...
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    **A thread for the Girls**

    Yes, we are. There are a few limitations to how outrageous the colors can be (eye shadow, lipstick, etc.) but makeup is allowed. No makeup can be worn however at any time during basic. And to jump on the hair train, it's really a personal preference. I kept my hair long, and while it was harder...
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    I-Day Question

    Choosing to fly out on I-day alone was the best decision I made. My parents were of course disappointed, but understand and encouraged me to make my own choice. Like MedB wrote, you are beginning your new life once you step on that plane. That was something I felt I had to do on my own. Many...
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    Ask a Doolie Anything!

    I also attended summer seminar, and thought I had an idea of what basic would be like. I didn't. While SS gives you a small glimpse into basic life, it is very toned down and just a taste. Your basic experience will also be dependent on the cadre you receive. The videos online and the stories...
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    Tricare Email

    I had the same issue with never having received the Micare email. I simply responded to the letter about the missing email and the Micare one was sent to me minutes later. Sent using the Service Academy Forums® mobile app
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