Cadet Life C/Maj Castaneda

The Challenge Expectations Dress & Appearance Standards Interim Cadet Uniform Wear Keys to SuccessOverview 2

You have chosen to take the path less traveled… Never lose sight of the why! STAY MOTIVATED! Your freshman year will challenge you mentally, physically, and emotionally If you complete this challenge, you will the greatest Air Force the world has ever known The Challenge 3

Be receptive of constructive criticism/feedback Give 100% at ALL times Hydrate, eat healthy, and strive to increase your physical fitness Be respectful to: Cadre Upperclassmen Cadets Fellow CadetsExpectations 4

Jewelry Rings: – No more than three at any given time, must be conservative in nature Earrings: – Males: Cannot wear earing while in uniform – Females: Must be white pearl, gold, silver, or diamond, and spherical studs. Only one earing per earlobe. Bracelets/Watches: – No more than one watch and bracelet at any given time, must be conservative – Bracelets must be less than ½” in width Dress & Appearance Standards 5

Jewelry Necklaces: – Permitted, but must be worn inside the shirt and not visible through the uniform Grooming Standards Males: – Hair must have tapered appearance on both sides and back – Hair cannot touch the ears – Length shall not exceed 1 ¼ inches in length – No facial hair should be present, sideburns should not be lower than the earlobe (special circumstances may exist ) Dress & Appearance Standards (Cont.) 6

Grooming Standards Females: – Hair must be clean and neatly arranged – Hair cannot touch the eyebrows – It will not be worn in any style which falls below the bottom edge of the collar while in uniform (including straggling or “wispy” strands of hair), exceed 3 inches in bulk, or prevent the proper wear of headgear. – Decorative hair ornaments such as ribbons may not be worn. Pins, combs, or barrettes, similar in color to the individual's hair, may be worn to keep hair in place, unless participating in an activity where such pins are unsafe. – Ponytails are authorized only at commander’s discretion and the provisions of the above paragraph. – Cosmetics will be conservative and in good taste. One nail polish color may be worn, provided the nails are well-groomed and the color is conservative. No ornamentation will be worn on the nails. Dress & Appearance Standards (Cont.) 7

When to Wear the Uniform Every Tuesday & Thursday from 0800 – 1700 (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) To any official AFROTC function To any Aerospace Studies class When instructed When not to Wear the Uniform ( IRT AFROTC issued uniform) Any time not instructed Any job interviews Be smart about uniform wear, allow ask if unsure Interim Cadet Uniform Wear 8

Interim Cadet: A first year cadet who has not taken & passed the AFROTC Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) Interim Cadet Uniform: (Business Attire) Top: dark blue polo or button up Bottoms: black slacks Shoes: conservative black dress shoes Belt: conservative dark blue or black Interim Cadet Uniform Wear 9

Interim Cadet Uniform: (Physical Training Uniform (PTU)) Top: plain black shirt with sleeves, any material Bottoms: black or dark blue shorts, conservative length and style Shoes: recommend quality running shoes Jackets/Sweats: may be worn, must be conservative in style Socks: must be plain white, small logos okay Interim Cadet Uniform Wear 10

Seek clarification Avoid Sarcasm No profanity Be Consistent Know the rules Be serious Take success into your own hands Keys to Success 11

The Challenge Expectations Dress & Appearance Standards Interim Cadet Uniform Wear Keys to SuccessSummary 12

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