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This is the way it worked this year. For the mid year shuffle, Plebes were able to request remate preferences (had to be different that first semester), but not guaranteed to get their choice. It seems they like to pair strong cadets with weaker cadets to bring up weaker performers. From what I...

Mine just wanted to put on civilian clothes and chill in the hotel room, shower and sleep. Know that anywhere they go off base or on, they are to be in uniform, white over gray. We did make a trip to Wooburry Commons for food, Walmart/Target for supplies.

Correction, I meant to say do NOT bring a wheelie bag... Apologies for the confusion

my DS took this: https://a.co/d/cD17I9n and it was perfect size (yes, larger than the 40L) for all his stuff then, and uses it when he travels home (backpack straps are nice to have.) Do one bring a wheelie bag, make sure it can collapse down so you can stuff it in your issued bag when you do...

This year meaning 23-24? https://www.westpoint.edu/about/academic-calendar/academic-calendar-2023-24 The 24-25 calendar has not been released yet. Also just so you know, once the calendar has been released, it is alway subject to change. So, always keep plans flexible. Case in point, this...

That is correct, you get your cadet (assuming they pass the SAMMI) on Saturday after the parade. For the 2027 class, they had 20 mile privileges until 11pm Saturday night. Then we got them Sunday morning until Sunday evening.

Is that a published or even better, Deb Dalton provided date?

Let USAFA do it. You could invite unwanted attention going in all shaved up.

One last thing, not sure how common it is in Colleges today, but USMA GPAs are a little different in that its NOT 90-100 = A which is a 4.0, 80-89 is a B which is a 3.0 etc. it is A+ = 4.3, A = 4, A- = 3.66, etc. So, those 90's and 91's are no longer good enough for a 4.0

In addition to the great advice already provided, research the Thayer Method of teaching. In short, as a cadet, you are expected to come to class prepared with much of the information you are to learn already read. Classes and instructors are there to ensure you are learning properly and not...

You can check with Apple, but they run a Student sale which my DS took advantage of.

My DS has an iPad with a keyboard and pencil. Not the Pro model, the Apple Store Employee actually talked him out of the Pro since he wasnt going to be doing Video creation and stuff. They also have a "paper like" screen protector thats pretty nice. He uses it for every class. Just remember you...

Last year for my DS we just went to the County Records office, they requested we email the sheet, they filled it out and emailed it back. We are in Colorado. It was pretty easy. Go to your counties website and see if the they have a records request email, or even an online request form.

This is what my DS used for RDay, and kept everything dry. He also uses it when he comes home, and is a good size. Its bigger than what the packing list calls out, but no issue at all...

If you have an injury that prevents you from performing in Beast, you are recycled. This included being sick, in a cast, etc. If you are arrested for drugs or alcohol at a party for example, there is a chance you will be dropped. If you post to social media that raises the attention of...

Well that’s news to me. You know, I never was one, thanks for the info. Just don’t be one of the 5-10 Cadet Candidates that get dropped before they even start Beast… Just because you got in, doesn’t mean you can’t be dropped, it happens every year.

This is a good time to pass along what my DS's FFR told him after he accepted his appointment last year. "Stay away from your bone head friends (he used another word for it) who may want to party too much, wrap yourself in bubblewrap so you dont get injured, and for God's sake, stay off social...

If you can, try them on before you purchase. This store has a lot of different brands, and stores around the US: https://www.uspatriottactical.com/pages/stores

The only digital pattern that is currently issued is the Goretex, and packs. I dont believe the pack are permanent issue and are returned back to USMA when they graduate. For CBT do not bring your prior service gear, it will be way to much to carry. After ADay, have family bring your prior...

My DS (current Plebe) is getting his removed at home during the summer break. His weren't ready before he went, then during Christmas break he had a checkup, and the Oral Surgeon determined they were now ready to come out. My DS was able to plan his CFT and Air Assault early so he has a 3-4 week...