The Commanding General of the United States Army Cadet Command (USACC) has provided an update on the way ahead for Cadet Summer Training (CST) this year in response to the current COVID-19 pandemic. Most notably Cadet Troop Leader Training (CTLT), the Nurse Summer Training Program (NSTP) and summer internships for all Cadets will not be conducted this year. Cadet attendance at advanced military training schools such as Airborne and Air Assault, is still being reviewed. Likewise no decision on the way ahead for Advanced and Basic Camp have been made either. Click the image below to watch the video of MG Evans giving his CST update:
MG Evans’s full letter to all ROTC Cadets and cadre can be read below as well:
Message to Cadets from Maj. Gen. John R. Evans, Jr.
We are facing extraordinary times in our country and I know you have questions about how the COVID-19 outbreak will impact your future with ROTC and our Army. I want to reach out to you, directly, to give you an update on what we know right now.
First, to our MSIVs, we will endeavor to find a way to commission you on time and do everything within guidance to get you to your Basic Officer Leadership Course at the earliest opportunity. In conjunction with the Secretary of the Army, I will do what I can to waive any ROTC requirements that you are unable to finish prior to commissioning. Until we know exactly what that will look like, I encourage you to continue your studies in pursuit of graduation, stay fit, and stay engaged with content at your level that you can control with regard to ROTC.
Second, to our MSIIIs who are anticipating attendance at Advanced Camp this summer; we are looking at how to execute camp requirements. We do know that with the current restrictions, Advanced Camp will not be executed on the original schedule, but we are exploring options for the way forward. It is important that you know that I promise no Cadet will be disadvantaged based on their ability to attend or not attend Advanced Camp. Cadet Advanced Individual Training may be altered or cancelled depending on the evolving situation.
Third, for our lateral entry Cadets; we are looking at different options to conduct Basic Camp. Stay tied-in with your cadre for updates as they are available.
These are unprecedented times for all Americans. Your health and safety are utmost in the minds of all Senior Army Leaders, and are driving decisions as we make these adjustments. My advice to all of you is to stay patient, maintain your studies and sustain your physical fitness regimen. Most importantly, follow the guidance of local, state and federal health officials in order to maintain not only your health but that of your community members.
Together we will all come through this if we all do our part.
Leadership Excellence!
Sincerely,
John R. Evans, Jr.
Major General, U. S. Army Cadet Command
All EWU ROTC Cadets interested in participating in the Cultural Understanding & Leadership Program (CU&LP), United States Army Cadet Command (USACC) will be accepting application into CU&LP until October 31st. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity so take advantage of it. More details can be found at this link.
Another one of our outstanding Cadets in the Eastern Washington University (EWU) ROTC program has been featured on the official US Army website. This time one of our MS III Cadets, Christian Goldbach had his experiences this past summer on an Army internship in Peru featured in the article. Cadet Goldbach was selected for the highly competitive Cultural Understanding & Leadership Program (CULP). For those unfamiliar with CULP it is a program sponsored by US Army Cadet Command (USACC) that takes Cadets overseas on cultural deployments in support of worldwide Army Security Cooperation plans and the Army Culture and Foreign Language Strategy. The timeframe for a CULP deployment is generally one month in duration and are executed between the 11 May – 11 August 2019 timeframe.
During his time in Peru, Cadet Goldbach stayed in Lima, the country’s capital, where he experienced both the Peruvian culture and military as a member Escuela Militar de Chorrillos, Peru’s version of West Point. You can read all about his experiences in Peru at this link.
Cadet Christian Goldbach, Eastern Washington University, at dinner during his CULP assignment at Peru’s premier military academy, Escuela Militar de Chorrillos. (Photo Credit: Cadet Lazo, from Escuela Militar de Chorrillos)
This once and life time opportunity was made available to Cadet Goldbach by first contracting into the EWU Army ROTC program and then demonstrating outstanding performance to be selected for this unique internship. The summer 2019 CULP application period is currently open and ends on October 31st. Any contracted Cadet interested in applying for CULP can read more about the program at this link.
Finally I would like to congratulate our Assistant Professor of Military Science (APMS) Captain Greg Benjamin for writing and submitting the article that was accepted for publication. This is the fourth article selected for publication in the past three months that has highlighted across the greater Army the great things the Cadets in the EWU ROTC program are doing.
All EWU ROTC Cadets interested in participating in the Cultural Understanding & Leadership Program (CU&LP), the application period opened today (Sept. 14). United States Army Cadet Command (USACC) will be accepting application into CU&LP until October 31st. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity so take advantage of it.
For those unfamiliar with CU&LP it is a program sponsored by (USACC) that takes Cadets overseas on cultural deployments in support of worldwide Army Security Cooperation plans and the Army Culture and Foreign Language Strategy. The timeframe for a CU&LP deployment is generally one month in duration and are executed between the 11 May – 11 August 2019 timeframe. Here are the qualifications to apply for a CU&LP position:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Cadets must be Contracted
Medically Qualified (DODMERB Completed)
Cadet in Good Standing with the ROTC program
INELIGIBLES — DO NOT APPLY IF:
Cadet is APFT Failure or does not meet AR 600-9 HT / WT
Cadet is Green to Gold ADO (Active Duty Option)
Cadet has previously deployed on a CU&LP mission
Is planning to enroll in other Cadet summer training (ie: CTLT, NSTP, etc)
Cadet will not be enrolled full time and present at program thru AY 18-19
Do not apply if conducting study abroad in either semester
USACC selects Cadets into the program through a competitive process. After applying a Order of Merit List (OML) for all applicants is developed based on:
OML BASED ON:
University GPA
ROTC GPA
Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) score
Language Capability
After completing the OML, each Cadet’s skills, abilities, and availability are matched against the language and skill requirements for each mission. Higher OML scores get selected for a CU&LP mission. The number of CU&LP missions varies each year.
More information and details of how to apply to the Cultural Understanding & Leadership Program (CU&LP) can be found at the below link:
Anyone with questions about the program can speak with EWU ROTC Cadet, Christian Goldbach who was selected for CU&LP last year and was sent on a mission to Peru. Any further questions can be directed towards your Military Science instructor for assistance.
Remember this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that most active duty officers will never get a chance to experience. Take advantage of it now if you meet the application criteria.
All EWU ROTC Cadets interested in participating in the Cultural Understanding & Leadership Program (CU&LP), the application period opened today (Sept. 14). United States Army Cadet Command (USACC) will be accepting application into CU&LP until October 31st. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity so take advantage of it. More details can be found at this link.
