Your post caught my attention. My team SGM just came out of cadet command up in Washington State. He and I had a great conversation about the ROTC program, and I wanted to share the insights he gave me. From the NCO Corps side of things, he feels it is probably one of the most important jobs one could ever do. As a test, he had me ask 5 officers who their ROTC cadre were. I was 4 for 5 on them knowing their MST's, and NCO's. This also lead them to sharing a story about camp or another ROTC training event. (usually unsolicited) Some Officers I asked had been in for 10 to 15 years. I was very impressed that they recalled them with such fondness. I realize I am not the mental giant of SWJ. But in my mind I really cant think of a better contribution with long term impacts. If you decide that it is right for you, I wish you unlimited success.

In Service,
arh.