Transcript LD 4-2a The Citadel Experience

The Citadel
Experience
Path to Principled Leadership
Leadership Development 4-2a
4th Class Orientation & Training
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Commander’s
Comments
• Name
• Home town
• Academic Major
• Plans following graduation
• Other relevant information
NOTE: Commander has opportunity to insert bullet comments on personal
background (home town, Academic Major, goals following Graduation, why
they came to The Citadel, etc.)
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The Citadel Experience –
What is all about ?
• Since its establishment in 1842,
The Citadel is tradition based institution
with a rich history connected to the state
and the nation
• It is challenging and unique educational
experience in a structured and dynamic
military environment
• It is one of six senior military colleges in
the United States that integrates ROTC
instruction as part of the core education
program
• It is an opportunity to challenge yourself
in a leadership experience as never before
Most importantly – it
is what you make it!
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Pillars of The Citadel Experience
•
The Citadel Experience has four developmental pillars – four areas of
specific focus with requirements that cross connect and reinforce each
other through a variety of programs, systems, and activities
Academic
Military
Physical
Moral Ethical
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The Academic Pillar
Your primary duty is to perform academically.
- Earn and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better
- Complete prescribed credit requirements to maintain academic alignment
- Attend Class
- Develop critical thinking and problem solving skills
-Communicate effectively in speech and writing
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The Military Pillar
This is The Citadel’s leadership pillar.
The skills developed in this pillar are applicable to both
military and civilian professions.
-Demonstrate personal discipline
-Exhibit personal accountability for yourself and others
-Become adept at leading teams towards a goal
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Moral Ethical Pillar
This heart of this pillar is the Cadet Honor Code:
“A Cadet will not lie, cheat, or steal, nor tolerate those who do.”
Demonstrate the Core Values of:
-Respect
-Honor
-Integrity
-Moral Courage
-Ethical Decision Making and Behavior
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Physical Effectiveness Pillar
A healthy lifestyle increases mental acuity and readiness for
all activities you will participate in.
Includes:
-Core Health, Exercise and Sport Science (HESS) Courses
-Weekly Physical Training Activities
-Varsity Sports and Intramural Activities
-Citadel Physical Fitness Test (CPFT)
-Meeting Citadel height/weight standards
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This graphic depicts the
sequential process of
leader development that
is part of The Citadel
Experience. Cadets grow
from Followers to
Leaders through their
time at The Citadel
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Establish your Personal Goals
• To do well in all that The Citadel has to offer, you must
develop and commit to a set of personal goals and work
hard to achieve them.
• Personal goals tend to be more meaningful if they
contain the following characteristics:
- Specific
- Measurable
- Achievable
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Goal Setting Exercise
• Write down 1 personal goal for each of The
Citadel’s 4 Pillars (Academic, Military, Physical,
Moral) on the 3x5 card.
• Be ready to discuss these with your classmates.
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Commander Goals and
Philosophy
Note: Cadet commander should insert a summary of their personal
goals to serve a model for the freshman
Additionally they should include a short summary of their personal
leadership philosophy
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Closing Comments
• Congratulations on your choice to attend The Citadel.
You have a great opportunity before you!
• Your cadet leadership is ready to prepare you for the
challenges and experiences of this year. Our job is to
set you up for success in the future.
• Remember to keep your academic efforts as your most
important priority.
• Take pride that you are here – be ready for the
challenge!
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