How are new cadets treated?
Very well. The POC cadets (upper level) are most willing to answer your questions and point you in the right direction. Your cadet squadron commander will also help you fit into the program. There are tutoring programs and other forms of assistance available to you. Hazing is not permitted at any Air Force ROTC detachment. The focus at the detachment is on teaching as well as on discipline. The staff is concerned about your well-being and progress, and will meet with you at least once per semester to formally discuss your progress and any concerns you may have.
Very well. Remember, the older cadets in Air Force ROTC are college students just like you. In many cases, they have gone through the same things you may have to go through as a new cadet and new student and can help you avoid problems that they might have experienced. If you are new to Valpo as a freshman or transfer student, the older cadets are available to help you with getting acclimated to college life at Valpo. The older cadets are also responsible for helping you learn how to be a cadet in the program. If you have any sort of problem, Air Force ROTC or otherwise, the older cadets are available to help you overcome it. For instance, if you have a difficulty in academics, you can always get with an older cadet and they can tutor you. Additionally, we have a mentor program here in our Valpo group. The Mentor Program involves POC cadets assigned to GMC cadets and being responsible for making sure all of their questions are answered and problems eliminated. Although it certainly can
