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    Portal updated to turned down

    Re-reviewing a slate would depend…particularly of WHEN a candidate declines a USNA appointment. If early on, it’s easier for USNA to do some maneuvering, but if we are talking on May 1, then they might not go back and review to slate, especially if it would complicate matters too much. Classes...
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    Naval academy traditions

    While not tradition (as in repetition) itself, I think some of the clever hi jinx that some of the MIDN come up with contribute to morale and “traditions”…like the time one company moved (scrambled) the parade plates on Worden field for a parade about two weeks prior to Herndon. Every company...
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    Naval academy traditions

    Definitely second this…but I always scratch my head on what is so painful to stop and salute the raising or lowering of colors. It’s one thing if the timing works out and your pace gets you indoors before attention is sounded, but to run to get indoors before being caught by colors has always...
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    Reapplying to USNA (after a turndown)

    Yes, this would be a good idea.
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    Reapplying to USNA (after a turndown)

    Participating in NROTC is good. ECAs with leadership opportunities is preferred, but most freshman may not have that opportunity…some activities you can make into leadership opportunities. Sports doesn’t have to be NCAA…can be intramural, doing a few local road races, etc. Don’t need to...
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    Reapplying to USNA (after a turndown)

    Agree to talk to an admissions counselor, BUT it sounds like you could take the next advanced STEM courses…physics, an engineering course, etc. The reason they say “plebe-like” schedule is because it isn’t always a one size fit all. The key is to take a challenging curriculum which is as close...
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    Class Rank

    Want to really emphasize this. It’s important to know of and be wary of your OOMs, but let hard work, your character, and leadership abilities do the talking…everything else will fall into place. Same thing will apply in the Navy and Marine Corps with Fitness Reports (performance...
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    Application timeline question

    Same guidance I heard years ago. I would add that projections need to be reasonable.
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    New Dant Announced

    The Dant is NOT a mandated retirement position. In fact, I can’t remember in recent time when the Dant did not select for flag officer and pin on RDML or BGen when they left. Furthermore, the position is selected to…meaning there is a pool for the Superintendent to choose from, which makes it...
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    New Navy Regs…Will this apply at USNA?

    I can just see (hear) it… “Bancroft Hall, attention to announcement…noon meal formation will go outside at 1205 in T-court. The uniform for noon meal formation is Summer Working Blues with no hands in pockets…” 😂🤦‍♂️
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    New Navy Regs…Will this apply at USNA?

    I’d agree with nuensis about lack of caring for uniform regulations…like why do aviators wear the flight suit in a non-flying duty status (orders) if flight suits are considered organizational clothing and are only to be worn for the purpose they are designed for (i.e. flying, flight line work, etc.)?
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    Reapplying to USNA (after a turndown)

    As stated, NROTC can only have 20 yearly appointments charged to that nominating source. Furthermore, the pool from which admissions pulls additional appointees from (in this case, if you received an NROTC nomination but weren’t one of the 20 appointed) is 1/4th the total (by law) of those who...
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    Going to USNA early to see sight before Iday

    With air travel for DS, there are two options: one, USNA will book the travel, but the airline and times might not match what the family can get (less flexible, but no cost); two, you or DS can book air travel on your own, however you/DS will only be reimbursed the government rate from home of...
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    Hangout: USNA Induction Day / I-Day Class of 2028: Thursday 27 June 2024

    Consider you would only be able to do this on your very limited time during plebe and youngstar years and you’ll be in your dress uniform as a plebe (probably not the best clothing to get a haircut in). Is it hit or miss with some of the barbers? Sure, but you’ll figure it out and it isn’t the...
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    Recruiting woes

    You mean…Congress would need to increase the military budget to remain competitive with the civilian sector.
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    Crash on Chesapeake Bay Bridge

    My favorite drive in a low profile vehicle and under favorable wind conditions. Much better (but costly) option when driving up to Annapolis/DC or eastern shore to NJ/NY, than trying to go through the Hampton Roads tunnel (and 2 lane I64 to Richmond and crowded I95) during rush hour traffic on...
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    Principal Nomination Meaning?

    Not really a loophole since MOCs are free to tell candidates which method they use.
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    Internet History, Privacy, and Control - How sensitive?

    Plebes having all of this entertainment/gaming during the fall semester…what has come of plebe year?!?!
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    Parents Weekend - Is it required?

    In addition to what has been said with support from your chain of command…the USNA chaplains would also be a resource that you could talk with in your specific situation…there is no judgement, they are active listeners, can help you chart a course, and have confidentiality if you don’t want to...
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    Feeding Hungry 4,400 Midshipmen in 20 Minutes

    I think our favorite meal was spaghetti and meatballs for mado Summer Whites evening meal…I mean what could possibly go wrong? 😂😂
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