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    Golden Handshake?

    My DS just heard that 300 2012 grads recently received the "golden handshake" and were let go because "we don't have enough jobs for you". Anyone else heard this? Any insights?
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    Gift for Commitment?

    I read some conversation about parents giving their cadet a gift for Commitment. Is this customary? If so, what are some typical gifts? Thanks
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    SECDEF speech

    Secretary of Defense Robert Gates just finished speaking to the Cadet Wing at USAFA about the future of the Air Force. You can see it replayed on The Pentagon Channel at http://www.pentagonchannel.mil/ today at 1830 and 0000 hrs
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    Thanksgiving LMD

    Does anyone know for sure what LMD is for Thanksgiving? My son's last class ends at 4:50 and he wouldn't be able to get one of the buses to the airport. I heard that they may be released at 12:00, but I'm not sure if that is accurate. We just want to get him home ASAP!
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    How many?

    Does anyone know how many 4* made it to A-Day? How about 2* and Commitment Dinner?
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    Blood Donation

    Are there ever blood drives at USAFA? My son is O- and likes to donate when he can.
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    Swimming test

    Does anyone know any details about the swimming test during BCT? I think they swim 250 yds in under 9 minutes. Are they particular about technique or how you get it done? When is the test? Any additional info is great!
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    Campground Recommendation?

    Can anyone recommend a good campground in the Colorado Springs area? We would like to be within a short drive of the Academy, Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and other "touristy things. Shade, clean bathrooms and beautiful surroundings are what are important to us. Any ideas are appreciated...
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    Running shoes at USAFA?

    I just helped DS shop for new running shoes for all the miles he will put in before BCT :biggrin:and it prompted a question. On I Day are they "given" running shoes? Is there one brand/style for everyone or are there some choices for different kinds of feet and running styles/needs. I'm...
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    USAFA and AFROTC, how to handle Plan B?

    We have been blessed with both an appointment to USAFA and a type 7 AFROTC scholarship. My son absolutely wants to go to the Academy but we are also working on Plan B in case the the unthinkable, injury or illness, occurs. Can we keep the ROTC scholarship until he is through BCT? Is this...
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    Big Fat Envelope

    I know I've seen it on here, but how long after status changes on-line should we expect the BFE. Does it come via snail mail? Thanks!
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    Illinois Senators

    Has anyone heard anything from Burris or Durbin? And does anyone know how competitive Illinois is? Thanks!
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    PFT advice

    DS is taking the PFT tomorrow and we have a couple of questions we would like clarified. First, I think I read somewhere that a pacer is allowed for the 1.5 mile run. Is this true or must he run alone? Second, is there a specified time period between events? None of this info is on the form...
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    AFROTC?

    Just wondering what is the history of candidates who do not get an appointment receiving AFROTC scholarships? Of course, assuming all apps are filed, etc.
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