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Mids rank between W-1 and W-2 last time I had occasion to check. After just two years of military service, Poe attained the rank of Sergeant Major for Artillery, the highest enlisted rank open to him. IQ averages are around 120 for most Grunts and for those that don't track demographics, that's a huge jump from national averages. Normal members of the medical team fall within a strict hierarchy (just like rank). Maj. Michael A. Crosby, left, bears the colors of Army Futures Command, as General Mark Milley, 23rd Secretary of the Army Mark Esper, and General John M. Murray unfurl the colors on 24 August 2018, in Austin, Texas A command sergeant major ( CSM) is a non-commissioned rank and position of office in the United States Army. *This post originally appeard The Havok Journal * U.S. Army photo by: Mike Strasser/ USMA Public Affairs Private Industry, n Chief Readiness Flight Eielson AFB, AK Youre right, Sergeant, a West Point cadet DOES outrank you. This information was not covered or taught. -Mentor these young cadets so that they can grow into the Officers that will leverage all the outstanding traits of the NCO Corps. But only a complete cadidiot would get his or her cadet rank confused with an NCOs authority and influence. You'll be hearing from us soon! She created a public event called "Play Day," which received press from Time Out New York, Gothamist, and various other New York City media outlets. That is why cadets dont go to parade rest while talking to NCOs. I really liked the story and learned something as well having been a former SMP Cadet before I commissioned. Incorrect. United States Military Academy West Point Army Challenge Coin w/Sleeve! She has served as Operations NCOIC since 2017. Appreciate your reply. As a mom of a cadet thank you! My NCOs treated me with respect while I was a midshipman, but taught me what it meant. It's hilarious when reality trumps the entitlement issues of a newly hatched fetus. Am forwarding this to my son. Specifically, it allows them to try their hands at officership, and to get a feel for the kinds of officer/NCO relationships that are essential to the success of our Army. Sergeant Major Schlegel earned his Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma (Process Improvement) in 2016, and is actively involved in building the process improvement community at West Point. I request you review 600-20again. Two of many subjects I taught E-6 and E-7 were Military Customs and Courtesy, and Uniform. She has always been passionate about how music and design can bring people together. After enlisting in the US Army in 1984 as a Field Artillery surveyor, Master Sergeant (Promotable) Jeffrey Morris found his way to the Cyber Branch via the Air Force Institute of Technology in Ohio, earning a PhD in Systems Engineering and a follow-on assignment as the Sergeant Major of the Army Cyber Institute at West Point. I'm not a regular progression cadet so this is a better look at the situation. Combined Forces Special Operations Component Command, n Deputy Division Chief, Enduring Sites Division Baghdad, Iraq You can't lead if you don't know how to follow. And cadets initiate salutes to any commissioned officer. We have other job description s (stores /rations handling.. what that person is responsible for , order for commissary ration/breakdown The better we helped him to understand the less he has to look for answers. They're inchoate officers. 2LT Eisenhower, he was a 6' 3" tall man who was assigned to our platoon in 1992. Served in the regulars from 1983 to 1985, and from 1987 to 1989. Due to the nature of promotions in the Guard at the time, he was still serving as the XO and was still a 1st LT. when I walked in wearing my Class As. Maj. Roderick Taylor (USAG West Point Command Sergeant Major) October 14, 2016. Get off your high horse. Per the order, they are not entitled to a salute. Staff Sergeant Noah D. Taylor of Columbus, Ohio, joined the West Point Band in May of 2015. Whoever came up with this interpretation needs to review deeper. The reason "cadets" are even mention in a gentlemans role is due to long ago medieval social customs. He previously served as Music Arranger and NCOIC of Sound, Staging, and Lighting at the 113th Army Band "Dragoons" in Fort Knox, Kentucky. Command Sergeant Major Fraser awards and decorations include: Meritorious Service Medal (1 SOLC, 1OLC), Army Commendation Medal (2 OLC), Army Achievement Medal (1 SOLC, 4 OLC), Presidential Unit Citation, Joint Meritorious Unit, Army Superior Unit, Army Good Conduct Medal (Numeral 6) Defense Service Medal, Kosovo Campaign Ribbon, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Korean Defense Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officers Professional Development Ribbon (Numeral 5), Armed Forces Service Medal, Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbons (Numeral 3), NATO Medal, Drill Sergeant Identification Badge, Drivers Badge, German Schuetzenschnur Marksmanship Award (Silver), a recipient of the Honorable Order of Saint Barbara, the Noble Patron of Honor, the Martyrdom of Saint Maurice, the COL Robert L. Manning Achievement Medal, and the Order of Horatio Gates Bronze Medal. I had another LT in one of the other shops stop me almost with tears in his eyes that I had just salutes 2 other 1LTs on the way into the building and while laughing explained me to that LTs did not salute each other. Something I wish I knew 50 years ago. Does the cadet have offiCial orders? Somehow, the memo of shifting demographics of new Soldiers within the Infantry never reached West Point so there's a huge disconnect in reality. Greetings from West Point and welcome to the Commandant's Corner. CSM Cravens military education includes all levels of the Non-Commissioned Officer Education System culminating with the United States Army Sergeants Major Academy. USAG Yuma Proving Grounds, n Principal Engineer Colorado Speed is your friend in a convoy, never drive slower than the rest of the civilian traffic, that way when a bad guy is trying to catch up to your convoy, he sticks out big time and the rear vehicle can easily engage him. Anyway. Look at any Command where a COL thru Gen and you will see a whole lot of Soldiers both Officers and NCOs running and doing everything to make that command function! CSM Craven has a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Colorado Technical University and a Master of Science in Management from Excelsior College. United States Forces Iraq (USF-I), J-7, n Chief, Engineering Plans and Services Yuma, AZ FOOLISH it is for there to be any antagonism between NCOs and cadets, or NCOs and lieutenants. Nurses don't outrank med students or vice-versa. U.S. ARMY INSTALLATION MANAGEMENT COMMAND, "We Are the Army's Home - Tell the NCO's that you don't want to seem like a dick that you're being so picky on things, you're just building trust so later you know who's good to go and what each of our strengths are and that goes for the young LT as well (that's called humility and the men will understand because it's fair). You sound like you have a good head on your shoulders and as such know who and where you are able to receive the BEST mentorship and hands on experience. I agree with you Sir. Your email address will not be published. However, the announcement will indicate assumption as acting commander unless designated as permanent by the proper authority. As corny as this will sound, the feelings related in the film An Officer and a Gentleman at the end were pretty accurate. The cadet would still have to be "Regularly Assigned". Other than those few, I feel as though the future is bright. Both preflight and flight school were run under the traditional cadet model of upperclass and lowerclass where upperclassmen were responsible for much of the military training and discipline of the lowerclassmen. Cadets are not commissioned nor do they possess a warrant. Aviation Cadet training was 15 months. Eight cadet-athletes were selected to leadership positions and will assume their duties Aug. 10. I practice it for all things because that was my mom golden rule from childhood to yesterday (dementia stole her from me). Master Sergeant Carla Loy Song became a member of the West Point Band in 2007. So I think he had it right. She graduated from Conway High School in 1989. It is not just West Point cadets who outrank NCO's. So when would a cadet actually be in charge? Scott Faithis a veteran of a half-dozen combat deployments and has served in several different Special Operations units over the course of his Army career. I have heard the saying "Stop being an arrogant officer?" Cadet Physical Program requirements still remain a priority April 1, 2020. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Because according to the Army, they outrank me, sir.. I believe my words only carried weight because I've already been in the Army for 10 years and the Senior cadre knew this (I didn't get in any trouble). Other notable assignments include working within the 2/320th Field Artillery Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, serving as the Artillery Command Sergeant Major, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Georgia, and serving as the Corps G-3 Fires Sergeant Major XVIII Airborne Corps Headquarters at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. I learned something that day. Mr. Erik D. Mitchell assumed the position of Deputy to the Garrison Commander, USAG West Point (IMCOM Directorate - Training), on December 20, 2020. I was a 13B20-Gunner. Very interesting. Command Sergeant Major Fraser military and civilian education include: Basic Leader Course, Advanced Leaders Course, Senior Leaders Course, US Army Drill Sergeant Academy, First Sergeant Course, United States Army Sergeants Major Academy, Garrison Pre-Command Course, Battalion Pre-Command Course, Command Sergeant Major Development Program, Master Resilience Training, HR Plans and Operations Course, Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Course, Battle Staff Course, Postal Supervisor, Postal Operations Course, Modern Army Combative Level I and II, Total Army Instructor Course, Equal Opportunity Leader Course, and Combat Lifesaver Course. I really wish I didn't have to speak this way about you kids but most of you did the West Point thing for power or prestige, both of which are useless to Infantrymen, we care less what college you went to, if you can't think on your feat when round crack by you then you get my men killed. The Army isnt some pay your dues ol boys club anymore. So yes, a West Point cadet DOES outrank a sergeant. No, they won't deploy in that position, but they can and do attend annual training and NTC rotations and can act as Platoon Leader. It is the oldest of the five American service academies and . single time. From the enlisted perspective, while drilling with my Guard unit, there was confusion as to where exactly Cadets fit in to the scheme of things. Command Sergeant Major: CSM Scott Drewes: The West Point Band (also known as the U.S. Military Academy Band or USMA Band) is the U.S. Army's oldest active band and the oldest unit at the United States Military Academy, traces its roots to the American Revolutionary War. No salute. Define "Duty", you know as opposed to "Education/Training". I'm laughing as I remember when our sniper team took out 16 combatants at one road intersection in Falujah, Iraqi's have an average IQ of 70 so they aren't the brightest candle on the cake, lol. Cream only. She has earned a Bachelor Professional Studies - Business and Management and a Master of Science in Management - Human Resources Management both from Excelsior College. Most of us own our own firearms and body armor because we assume nothing but pray for the best. They've shown great patience, respected my process, and I am grateful for these SFCs, MSGs, and SGMs. Most recently, CSM Craven was the Command Sergeant Major for the 5th Security Force Assistance Brigade (SFAB) at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. Share mutual respect and work together is the name of the game. After graduating from high school, they both felt called to enlist, and became clerks. Prior to joining the band, Master Sergeant Lane served as head audio engineer at Grammy Award-winning Sono Luminus, a record label in Northern Virginia specializing in classical and jazz music. I am acting PL of my platoon because we dont have a 2LT. Luckily, my trusty CWO officer witness this kid who likes to give orders about something he knows nothing about and showing his outstanding example of a true and morale officer. Always seek the minority view of any situation or story! Or a sergeant major for that matter. When a cadet has to leave the USAFA before graduation, he is assigned to a reserve unit with the rank of Airman 2C. America's Oldest U.S. Army Garrison & Home to the United States Military Academy Mr. Erik D. Mitchell assumed the position of Deputy to the Garrison Commander, USAG West Point (IMCOM Directorate. In addition, CSM Whiteford served two tours at the U.S . The key to success in your career is understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your key players AKA your subordinate leaders and junior Soldiers. Future leader in some position in our AF. My friend confirmed that Navy Aviation Cadets rated salutes by enlisted personnel, at least they did at that time. A lot of people have been killed in combat because of the arrogance of westpointers. While CTLT is a useful and important mentorship and developmental activity, many units see CTLT as a drag, and dealing with cadets as a hassle. So yes, a West Point cadet DOES outrank a sergeant. When an NCO saluted me, I didn't just wave my hand at my cover to dismiss the salute, but "locked up" a little myself, acknowledged him with eye contact, and responded to any greeting. No, I always salute them and treat them as officers, and I make sure everyone else does too, he replied in total sincerity. I think not. Salute were means of communication. Only the pay grade the cadet holds. 354th Civil Engineering Squadron, n USAF Civil Engineering Officer Grand Forks AFB, ND By reg,they can't command or lead troops in the field. He previously served as the NCOIC of supply at the U.S. Army School of Music. U.S. ARMY INSTALLATION MANAGEMENT COMMAND, "We Are the Army's Home - The U.S. Military Academy at West Point's mission is "to educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the Nation as an officer in the United States Army." Its not so much AR, but UCMJ. A little background: I received my commission as a 2LT in May 1987 after spending two years in the SMP where I was enrolled as a senior ROTC Cadet (MSIII and MSIV) while serving simultaneously in a National Guard Unit. ok Cadet, go right ahead. Combined Security Transition Command Afghanistan (Ministry of Defense Advisor), n Engineering Director Kabul, Afghanistan I was now an active duty Captain with a right shoulder patch ( a big deal in those days ) and a couple of combat medals on my chest ( not bragging but including because of the story ). Sergeant Major Schlegel began his enlisted career in August of 2005. The Commandant's Corner is a way to provide a direct channel of information about current cadet activities, leadership topics and other updates about the United States Military Academy's Corps of Cadets. Your attitude will get you relegated to a Quonset hut in BFE. CDT Vincent High marks! The authors creative example about an NCO looking at a lugnut and an officer looking at the whole vehicle is nuts (bad humor). While Deployed with the Corps in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, he also assumed duties as the Combined Joint Task Force (OIR) J-3 Sergeant Major. Your email address will not be published. The two year enlistment term allowed for cadets who had to temporarily halt training because of illness or injury. I never saluted another LT after that as an LT. I the DC power device safe from accidental shock. The one group that actually gave us respect and tried to help and mentor us were the senior NCOs. She entered the military in March 1999 attending Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina where she was awarded the MOS 75B Personnel Administration Specialist which later became 42A Human Resources Specialist. First off the reg says regularly assigned personnel, which the Cadets are not. Technically. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in graphic design from the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Its cadets like you that become true leaders, because you have put your ego in check and will EARN the respect of your troops! Mr. Mitchell is a licensed Professional Engineer and a Level III Certified Acquisitions Professional. What comes after is when the real learning begins. Boy if it wasn't entertainment at its best. If married his spouse is always addressed a "Lady so and so.". He is actually correct, SMP cadets serve in ARNG units in the rank of cadet. Directorate of Public Works, n Director, RDT&E Division Port Hueneme, CA While in Iraq in 2003-04 we got a batch of 12 west pointer kids and more than half were momma's boys and short of a huge shift in their personality and ideals, they're too far gone in the head to be respectable leaders. Allow them to lead you too! Before assuming responsibility, Coffey was the command sergeant major for the 3rd Infantry Division at Fort Stewart, Georgia. Oh please. WEST POINT, NY (Oct. 14, 2016) - The U.S. Army and the U.S . In 2012, he was awarded a Master of Public Administration from John Jay College in New York, New York, with a concentration in human resources management, and is a member of the Adjutant General Corps Regimental Association. Haha. 319th Civil Engineering Squadron. They aren't commissioned though, depending on the service, they are somewhere around a W1. Strangely enough, the Services expect the exact same behavior as "officers and gentlemen" (and of course ladies) from cadets and midshipmen, as they are also subject to Article 133, even lacking a commission, and some are dismissed from the Service every year for violating Article 133. (Still, there is no need to salute them. I was an enlisted man and my rank at the time of my discharge in the late Summer of 1989 was Sergeant E5. In 2003 we never went slower than 55, usually 60 MPH and we never lost anyone. Sure I went through some hazing ( Sir, could you go to the motor pool and ask the motor sergeant for a left thermal heat reticle calibration tool? I was sent all over the place until I finally caught on.) We had a young know it all LT around the COMS tent he starts looking around and I see him messing with the ground strap the future leader of our troops disconnected it. Command Sergeant Major Fraser has deployed to Kosovo and Iraq. . Then we'd mow the guy down with an M4. Cadets are never saluted. Every. And make it quick Lieutenant. I hope this sheds some light on things. Only W1's, lacking a commission, are excepted from Art. Give credit where its due and stop making it about you. What is the TO&E and where is the cadet slotted? You are not a leader because you graduated from an academy. In other words, each the SNCO and the cadet would be functioning appropriately. Thanks for your disgustingly pointless article. Podcast The invested money for the cadet wasted. Staff Sergeant Chrissy Rivers joined the West Point Band in September of 2010. OK, fine. It made it very difficult to operate as an NCO under his command. That one NCO who doesn't give a crap about you is the one you should be talking to. But only a complete cadidiot would get his or her cadet rank confused with an NCO's authority and influence. Forces Korea, the Department of Defense, or any agency of the U.S. government. I learned something that day. Mainly because I do belive the new generation of officers are a bunch of participation trophy recieving, never held accountable, privileged, idiots who can't handle that all that academy training and degree mean jack shit but to stroke their since of superiority over others. How would a cadet be regularly assigned? The reason you would place cadets above enlisted in the rank chart is because they will be officers. indicating superior social status. 2-8. Technically, they aren't even qualified to fulfill a team leader slot. Technically. Your submission has been received. Now, based on personal experience, I cannot say I was comfortable at all with the USMA grad who came into Iraq (2004-06). I bet they could not even remember my name. This article reminded me of something that raised a question for me after I received my commission and that had to do with LTs saluting each other. which makes it pretty clear that West Point cadets do, in fact, outrank Army NCOs. So cadets are included in the definition. Command Sergeant Major Fraser previous positions and assignments include G1 Sergeant Major, 13th Expeditionary Sustainment Command, Fort Hood, Texas; First Sergeant, Bravo Company and Reception Transition Unit, Fort Benning, Georgia; Senior Human Resources Sergeant, 501st Sustainment Brigade, Camp Carroll, Korea; Senior Human Resources Sergeant, 1st ABCT, Fort Riley, Kansas; Battalion S1 NCOIC, 2-4 FAR, Fort Sill, Oklahoma; Senior Drill Sergeant, B 2-39 INF REGT, Fort Jackson, South Carolina; Brigade S3 Operations Sergeant and Customer Support Branch, 1st PERSCOM, Schwetzingen, Germany; Personnel Administrative Sergeant, 87th CSSB, Fort Stewart, Georgia; Assistant Brigade Personnel Sergeant, Personnel Administrative NCO and Training Room NCO, 1st Brigade, Fort Stewart, Georgia. And yet, the UCMJ does hold all commissioned officers, including CW2-CW5, accountable for their behavior, as they are subject to Article 133, Conduct Unbecoming and Officer and Gentlemen. Has the. I am an honorably discharged Veteran of the active Army. The Army has launched an investigation after the unmasking of a semi-anonymous Twitter account the command sergeant major of U.S. Military Academy, West Point, allegedly used to criticize elected officials and former President Donald Trump, an Army official confirmed to the Daily Caller. Corps of Cadets has been announced and includes a strong group of varsity athletes. My CWO put him in his place and ask what would this cadet' commanding officer would think of his conduct and told him to leave. Throughout his career as both an Airman and Civilian, he has served in numerous assignments at locations: n Chief, Public Works Fort Eustis, VA When I contracted under the SMP I was administratively promoted to the rank and pay grade of E-5 ( I had served two years previously in the Army Reserve as a junior enlisted 11B). I spent 3 years as a MSG and never saluted a cadet. By Command Sgt. And if for one second you think any Infantrymen will ever do something that violates our Constitutional form of government, you've made the worst assumption of your young life. A the this leader our soldiers says to me that I did not ground the equipment right. They receive paygrade of ~E-5 however they hold a higher position. Sergeant Major Jeremy Schlegel, from Hanover Township, Pennsylvania, joined the West Point Band in August of 2008. I agree totally with enlisted not saluting a cadet. During cadet training we were paid at the rate of an E5. They are TDY for a few weeks therefore their authority only extends to West Point. Mr. Mitchell began his professional career in 1994, graduating of the United States Air Force Academy where he was a football letterman. I was floored. Treat the Cadets with respect. And yes the officer corps views your spouse as just a "wife.". Cadets are still learning and everyone in the unit should help mentor them and show the value of NCOs. The Cadet wr had wrote all of us NCOs that trained him, some. As far as I know there are no CTLT positions in combat zones. Yet I would not want a Year 1 WP cadet in charge of a company. For some reason a lot of angry major S3 types fall into this category. Command Sergeant Major Glidewell entered the United States Army in July 1981, and completed Basic Training at Fort Jackson, SC. You probably dont salute WOs either because you think theyre beneath you as well. While in New York, she won second prize in the Alexander and Buono International Flute Competition. GO ARMY! So you are incorrect when you say that Cadets outrank me. So this cadet would already be embedded with the staff or command team or shadowing the Platoon Leader, and would most likely have some, albeit limited prior service. He has developed the course SS493 Music & Influence, which he teaches in the Department of Social Sciences. The best way to train cadets to be officers that their soldiers will look up to and their NCOs will respect is to treat them the way you want them to act. CDT military IDs show geneva convention status 3. I never got gigged for not saluting another LT, so I didnt think much of it. Here's my advise that will serve you well; always remember this; ASSUMPTIONS ARE THE MOTHER OF ALL FUCK UPS! We want to mold a new Officer to become a great leader we can always remember but there's a limit to what we're willing to do. I say this as a retired officer. A wise cadet will be mindful of their position. Tired of all the "barracks lawyers" looking for some sort of designated, assigned, or "official" trappings of respect; absent the need to EARN that respect. DESCRIPTION Twin sisters Cathy and Charlie Kahl enlisted in the Women's Army Corps together, and managed to be stationed together throughout much of their career until they both retired as Command Sergeants Major. First, what an insult to a SNCO that instead of a 1SG with 10 plus years of experience leading soldiers in the absence of officers A Cadet would be next in succession. The ones that get emotional about my post will reply as expected and miss the lesson altogether because they've been hard wired to respond that way. Somewhat surprised by this, and thinking back to my own experiences in CTLT, I asked why he felt that way. MAJOR GENERAL MAXWELL D. TAYLOR Superintendent, U. S. Military Academy . Born in Heidelberg, West Germany, of African American and Hispanic parents in a U.S. military family, she graduated from Oxon Hill High School in Maryland, where she ranked among the top-10 students in her class. When you focus on things that scare you to death, always remember that those are your fears and we're not concerned with achieving the next rank or a nice review. He earned his Bachelor of Music in trumpet performance and music education from Ithaca College in Ithaca, New York. original name United States Military Academy at West Point insignia cadets sleeve rank and duty insignia. Other notable assignments include working within the 2/320, United States Military Academy Preparatory School, Simon Center for the Professional Military Ethic. Sorry, I wrote that on the go from a mobile device, and can't edit it. You are absolutely wrong. This regulation shows that cadets rank after commissioned and warrant officers, but before NCOs. Officers and NCO's must realize alike that, they way you treat your future Officers (NCO's case) and the way you treat your subordinates (Officers case) will dictate how the military can and will be run in the future. Regarding saluting courtesy in the cadet corps. -If you are a Soldier and you are still carrying around the trash attitude of the "good ole' days", it is most likely time for you to go. Sergeant First Class Ehrin Anthony joined the West Point Band in August of 2014. In my case I was lucky and had a CO who was ROTC cadre and knew what to do with me. This should not turn into a them vs us type of debate. Or a sergeant major for that matter. It can be a very valuable and rewarding experience if done right and an unfortunate waste of time for the CDT and unit if its not. He previously served in the 282nd Army Band at Fort Jackson as head light designer and percussionist, performing in the Jazz Combo, Rock Band, and Concert Band. And I declined two Bronze Stars because some senior Officer decided to dispense them for every Officer and Senior NCO in theater! If you run a command climate where you relegate your NCOs to small picture things, you will be a small picture unit and your good NCOs will find their way out of your unit and you will be left with small picture, tunnel vision type folks such as those that you describe. Naval Facilities Command Expeditionary Warfare Center, n Region Security Engineer Naples, Italy Sometimes cadets are relegated to less-meaningful duties, or endure some modicum of hazing as part of the experience. Rather, the Modern War Institute provides a forum for professionals to share opinions and cultivate ideas. Everybody read it. A honorific form of address indicating respect but only for officers under the rank of knight. The rank of a cadet is for protocol issues alone such as where to stand in a receiving line or where to sit at a formal dinner. CSM Robert T. 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