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APPENDIX A:
NEW CADET TRAINING

A.1 Intensive Training Cycle (ITC)

The purpose of the Intensive Training Cycle (ITC) is to successfully transition incoming students
into the MMI Corps of Cadets. The ITC is normally conducted within a three-week period at the
beginning of the school term. New cadets arrive on campus approximately one week before the
commencement of the academic term. During the initial week of the training cycle cadets
engage is confidence and team-building skills such as rappelling (basic military mountaineering
techniques) tactical team sports (such as paintball competitions), PT, and military marches.
Additionally, cadets are introduced to military drill and ceremonies, military courtesy, proper
wear and care of uniforms, and other requirements commensurate with cadet life.

During this initial week, many cadets will also be required to complete academic testing. All
new cadets will meet with their academic advisors, receive books and supplies, and ensure all
other academic requirements are satisfied before classes begin. The emphasis during the final
two weeks of the cycle is to reinforce training conducted during week one as well as to prepare
the Corps of Cadets for the Cresting Ceremony and Parade. Throughout the training cycle the
MMI motto of “Truth, Honor, Service” is reinforced throughout the Corps of Cadets.

The Cresting Parade and awarding of the MMI Crest serves as the culminating events of the ITC.
Upon completion of the ITC, a “recruit” is then referred to as a “cadet” and is entitled to all cadet
privileges. A cadet must remember that the post-ITC experience continues to be characterized
by challenge, but this challenge is increasingly easier to bear since the cadet is developing
greater self-confidence and self-discipline.

With few exceptions, during the ITC all recruits assume the cadet rank of private. Upon
completion of the ITC newly inducted cadets are eligible for immediate promotion to the rank of
private first class.

A.2 Requirements

To become a cadet, a student must successfully accomplish all requirements on the ITC
Checklist including memorizing the Honor Pledge, Alma Mater, and the Cadet Creed. The ITC
lasts at least three weeks and until the student is crested, he/she has no leave privileges unless
specifically approved by the Commandant of Cadets.

Recruits will not walk on grass. Recruits will carry their backpack in their left hand during the
ITC Cycle. Other requirements may be imposed as approved by the senior TAC Officer or
Commandant of Cadets.

A.3 Cadet

“Cadet” is the traditional term for students who have completed the ITC and earned their MMI
Crests. Cadets have all the privileges and responsibilities of the Corps of Cadets.

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