A long road still lies ahead, but I am much closer now to fulfilling my dream of flying. I am very excited to be the Cadet Wing Commander and am looking forward to working with you and getting to know all of you. Every single one of us must work hard to ensure that we remain strong both mentally and physically, flexible, and ready to tackle anything that comes our way. If you do this you will not only be successful as a cadet, but also as an officer on active duty. We will all be challenged in many ways and must work together to get things done.
Teamwork is an essential aspect of the military.
This semester is probably the most important one because it serves as the gateway to a major transition in our lives. For those of us who will be graduating in June, our main focus will be to successfully complete the program and make the transition from civilian to military life. Don't get stuck in cruise control till the end, because you are still an important part of the corps. Be a mentor and a leader, providing direction and knowledge to the other cadets. For the 300s, this semester is an important time to learn and lead.