The purpose of this letter is to publish the Battalion Fraternization Policy. All midshipmen should exercise good judgment and not form any unduly familiar relationships in accordance with their battalion position. Special treatment by superiors towards juniors for any reason, such as fraternity or sorority ties, friendships, or other relationships will not be tolerated.
Fraternization leads to a breakdown in discipline and disrupts the chain of command.
Favoritism and personal feelings can get in the way of good judgment, not just in the battalion but in the Naval Service as well. Fraternization and relationships among midshipmen are serious issues. Dating within the battalion is not prohibited, but it needs to be within the above listed guidelines. Questions should be directed to the battalion chain of command.