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I have always wanted to serve in the military ever since I was little, and a friend of mine who went to my high school was in the ROTC program here at Ohio University. She had told me about it and convinced me to join. The thing I love most about the program is the close friendships you make over the years. When I was in my motorcycle accident it was nice seeing all of my ROTC friends drive all the way to Columbus to see me. What I look forward to is finally graduating and going active, but I will miss Ohio University.
I am a history major with a minor in Anthropology and European Studies. Part of the reason I joined AFROTC was because I wasn't really sure what direction I wanted to go after graduation from college but knew that I wanted to do some sort of public service at least ininitally. Further, AFROTC has allowed me to study what I choose, and the chance to study abroad as well. One of the best parts of this program is the sense of comeraderie; whether early in the morning at PT or some random afternoon up at the Detachment, there's a sense that you got somewhere you belong, which I think is important on a campus this size, to know right from the start that people are looking out for you.
I always wanted to be in the military and 9/11 sealed the deal as far as my decision went. I joined AFROTC because I figured if I was going to go into the military then I was going to do it right and get my degree and become an officer. I chose Det 650 because it is the best program in the state as well as the second best in the country. I love the decision I made and wouldn't change any of this for the world. After commissioning I plan to get married and will be heading to North Carolina for two years of training in Airfield Operations.
I became interested in the AFROTC through my father, who said the program seemed like a good idea. I like the program because it has allowed me to meet and network with so many people, as well as have the opportunity to lead people. Also, it is a great way to stay in shape. After I graduate, I look forward to having a real job in the USAF.
As a senior cadet, I have loved the past three years of Air Force ROTC. I came to OU as an Aviation major and not knowing anything about ROTC. Throughout my first quarter here, I met several cadets in Air Force ROTC. After talking with them I decided to join winter quarter that year and have never regretted my decision since. My desire to be a pilot fueled my interest in the Air Force and with ROTC there are so many opportunities and benefits. The leadership skills I have learned and the friendships I have made here at Ohio University Detachment 650 will follow me into active duty. Detachment 650 is dedicated to training high quality Air Force officers and I highly recommend ROTC to anyone considering it—there are so many opportunities and you can’t beat it.
Reason for joining: Serving my country and traveling opportunities
Quote: "And in the end it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years." - Abe Lincoln
Reason For Joining: Respect of those who served, most advanced research opportunities in the armed forces
Quote: A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life. Charles Darwin
Reason for joining the Air Force: My Uncle, who was enlisted, was a huge inspiration in my decision to join the military. He accomplished so many things, helped so many people, and got to travel several different places, and I decided that I wanted the opportunity to do those things as well.
Inspirational Quote: "Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
Reason: I had nothing else to do between 6 and 7 am.
Quote: "Life moves pretty fast, if you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it!"
-Ferris Bueller
Reason for Joining: Speaker at CDO freshmen year inspired me with his speech on how selfless all of the cadets were. Also, the camaraderie that I saw at CDO was inspirational.
Reason for joining: Air Force ROTC at OU was the product of over a year of research and careful consideration. Turning down the OSU scholars program to pursue a commission in the US Air Force was the hardest, but most important decision of my life so far. I am so proud to be a part of an organization that values integrity, service, and excellence. I want to be a part of the Air Force not only to serve my country, but also to protect the principles on which Americans base their lives.
Quote: "Things turn out best for those who make the best of the way things turn out." - Jack Buck
Reason For Joining: Family and Country
Quote: Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today.
Reason For Joining: Didn't want a regular office job
Quote: "All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
