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Good Advice for Cadets Planning to Attend Cadet Summer Training

09/01/2018 by jstafford3

On the Army.mil website there is an article posted about the end of the 2018 Cadet Summer Training (CST) cycle at Ft. Knox, Kentucky. In the article there is some great advice from our very own 8th ROTC Brigade Command Sergeant Major Mark Cashman who served as this year’s CST Senior Enlisted Advisor:

“We’ve got all kinds of weather out here,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Mark Cashman, the Senior Enlisted Advisor for Cadet Summer Training. “We want to make sure Cadets are protected from lightning, that we’re modifying training based on the heat and humidity and that the must-pass events aren’t started in the heat of the day.”

In addition to safety, Cashman also considered his own Basic Training experience to ensure Cadets get the most out of their 31 days at Fort Knox.

“In basic training, you’re given two weeks to work on marksmanship,” explained Cashman. This year, Cadets only had two days to participate in marksmanship. “Next year we’re going to give them four days instead.”

When asked about what Cadets should work on most before arriving for at CST, Cashman stressed the importance of preparing yourself physically.

“The more physically fit you are, the more mentally tough you’re going to be,” concluded Cashman. “If you know you can do something, mentally, you’re there.”

In running a program that graduates nearly 8,000 Cadets in under 90 days, Cashman is reminded of the true purpose of CST.

“It prepares Cadets to become a second lieutenant and life beyond that,” said Cashman. “It teaches them the things you need to know, like fitness, leadership characteristics and attributes, the Army values and what it’s like bringing together a team made up of people from all different backgrounds.”

“Bringing that team together to complete a mission, I believe, is the key to what we’re doing here.” [Army.mil]

You can read more at the link.

EWU ROTC Cannon Crew Prepares for the September 1st Home Football Game

08/29/2018 by jstafford3

The Eastern Washington University football team begins the 2018 football season this weekend on September 1st against Central Washington University. Kickoff for the game is at 1:05 PM Pacific time at Roos Field in Cheney. In support of the football team the EWU ROTC will be firing our 75mm howitzer cannon after every touchdown. The Fighting Eagles Battalion is ready to fire a lot of rounds on Saturday in support of the football team. Go Eagles!

On Sept. 29, 2018, EWU ROTC cadre member SFC Jason Hennig, instructs Cadet Andreas Brazier on how to fire the Fighting Eagles Battalion’s 75mm howitzer cannon prior to the university’s first home football game on Sept. 1st.

Red Moon Over EWU ROTC Cadet Hall

08/25/2018 by jstafford3

Below is a picture of a red moon rising over the EWU ROTC Cadet Hall. The reddish color is caused by the smoke from wildfires burning in British Columbia that continue to plague the Eastern Washington area.

Throwback Thursday: EWU ROTC Cadets Conduct Field Training Back in 1968

08/23/2018 by jstafford3

For this week’s Throwback Thursday, here is a picture of Eastern Washington University ROTC Cadets in action back in 1968. Notice that the caption to the picture says that the EWU ROTC program in 1968 was the third largest in the country. This was because back then every male on campus had to serve for two years in the ROTC program. Do any EWU alumni from back then recognize anyone from the photo?

EWU ROTC Military Science Department 2018 Cadet Train Up Schedule

08/23/2018 by jstafford3

A reminder to all incoming MS III, MS IV, and MS V Cadets; with the beginning of the school year rapidly approaching the 2018 Cadet Train Up is scheduled from 17-18 September 2018. Below is the current schedule:

Monday, 17 Sept 2018

Personnel: MS IV & MS V’s only
Uniform: Civilian Clothes
Location: Cadet Hall
Time: 0900-1700

Schedule of Events:

command philosophy from PMS
initial expectations
admin with Ms. Moody
accessions counselings
advanced camp AAR
final lab preparation
FTX planning
PT schedule
training management cycle

Tuesday, 18 Sept 2018

Personnel: MS III’s only
Uniform: Civilian Clothes
Location: Cadet Hall
Time: 0630-1700

MS III’s need to arrive for the 2018 Cadet Train Up on Tuesday 18SEP at 0630 at Cadet Hall to conduct PT with SFC Hennig in their PT uniform.

The uniform for MS III’s during the day will be civilian clothes. During train up the events will include:

command philosophy from PMS
initial expectations
admin with Ms. Moody
beginning of the year counselings
task organization of the ROTC unit
review of the training calendar

US Army Cadet Command Recognizes 98 Years Since Women’s Suffrage

08/23/2018 by jstafford3

Below is a message from the Commanding General of US Army Cadet Command, Major General John R. Evans in recognition of the upcoming anniversary of an important US milestone, the 19th Admendment that allowed women the right to vote:

On August 26, 1920, the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was certified by the Secretary of State, granting women the right to vote. This historic piece of legislation was made possible due, in large part, to the service of women in every …major war since World War I. Each year since 1971, our Nation celebrates Women’s Equality Day to commemorate this turning point for gender equality in America.

Since our country’s founding, there have been examples of women faithfully serving in the military in both unofficial and official roles. During the Revolutionary, Civil and Mexican Wars, a small number of women were involved in combat, but most had to disguise themselves as men and enlist under aliases. Margaret Corbin stood at a cannon beside her husband, handling ammunition during the Revolutionary War; and Anita Newcomb McGee trained volunteer nurses to serve after the outbreak of the Spanish-American War in 1898. They are just two of the thousands of women who sought opportunity to serve alongside their male counterparts, without regard to their gender.

In more recent years, the fight for gender equality has led to significant changes for women serving in the military. The early 1990s saw the lifting of the ban on women flying in combat and serving on combat ships, and a Defense Department policy change opened all military occupations and positions to women in January 2016. As the weapons and methods of warfare change, Army leaders have begun to realize that, on the battlefield, gender matters much less than an individual’s capabilities and demonstrated competence.

I am proud to serve in an Army where anyone who can meet operationally relevant standards has the opportunity to serve in any position – regardless of gender. I encourage you to attend this year’s observance to honor all women, in and out of uniform, and to recognize their continuing efforts toward full equality. When we share the load equally, we are stronger …and together we are Army Strong!