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4th Class Orientation & Training

The Citadel Experience

Path to Principled Leadership

Leadership Development 4-2a


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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.)


The Citadel Experience – What is all about ?

• Since its establishment in 1842,Since its establishment in 1842, The Citadel is tradition based institution The Citadel is tradition based institution with a rich history connected to the state with a rich history connected to the state and the nation and the nation

• It is challenging and unique educational It is challenging and unique educational experience in a structured and dynamic experience in a structured and dynamic military environmentmilitary environment

• It is one of six senior military colleges in It is one of six senior military colleges in the United States that integrates ROTC the United States that integrates ROTC instruction as part of the core education instruction as part of the core education programprogram

• It is an opportunity to challenge yourself It is an opportunity to challenge yourself in a leadership experience as never before in a leadership experience as never before Most importantly – it Most importantly – it

is what you make it! is what you make it!


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


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


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


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


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


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


Establish your Personal Goals

• To do well in all that The Citadel has to offer, you must To do well in all that The Citadel has to offer, you must develop and commit to a set of personal goals and work develop and commit to a set of personal goals and work hard to achieve them. hard to achieve them.

• Personal goals tend to be more meaningful if they Personal goals tend to be more meaningful if they contain the following characteristics:contain the following characteristics:

- Specific- Specific- Measurable- Measurable- Achievable - Achievable


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.


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


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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