TAMU Corps of Cadets Policy and Rank Insignia

Vocabulary practice flashcards covering TAMU Corps of Cadets regulations, dorm policies, demerit thresholds, uniform standards, and cadet rank insignia.

Evening Study Time (EST) Room Visitation Policy

Only members of the Scholastics Chain, SOD, and Direct Chain of Command are permitted inside a cadet's room during EST.

Friday Dorm Guest Hours

Fridays 1700–0200 (SAT).

Saturday Dorm Guest Hours

Saturdays 1000–0200 (SUN).

Sunday Dorm Guest Hours

Sundays 1200–1800.

Redefined Days Dorm Guest Hours

Redefined Days 1000–0200 (FOLLOWING DAY).

Restricted Weekend Demerit Threshold

$15$ demerits.

Cadet Performance Review Board Demerit Threshold

$45$ demerits.

Indoor National Anthem Protocol

Cadets in uniform do not render a salute indoors when the national anthem plays; they stand at attention with cover off unless they are underarms.

Officer Hallway Protocol

Call the hallway/deck to attention when an officer enters.

Enlisted Personnel Hallway Protocol

Call the hallway/deck to be at ease when enlisted personnel enter.

Officer Saluting Distance

$6\text{ to }30$ paces.

Enlisted Personnel Saluting Protocol

Never salute enlisted personnel; always address them by their rank.

Backpack and Shoulder Bag Uniform Regulations

Cadets in uniform are authorized to carry black backpacks or book/shoulder bags in their left hand, on their left or right shoulder, across the right shoulder, or on both shoulders, provided they do not interfere with rendering a salute or whipping out.

Campus Headphone Policy

A cadet in uniform may not wear headphones while walking across campus.

Engraved Brass

Brass authorized for normal wear only by Seniors, provided that the engraving is not profane.

Chrome Brass

Brass authorized exclusively for Drum Majors.

Uniform for Classes After 1800

Uniform of the Day.

Texas Aggie Football Game Uniform

Uniform of the Day.

Memorial Student Center (MSC) Uniform Policy

Class B or higher, unless an exception is granted by the Commandant.

Non-regs Class Wear Policy

Cadets may only wear non-regs or a uniform other than the UOD to class when in possession of an approved military letter for the allowed class hours.

Cadet First Priority

The academic success of a cadet is first and foremost.

Dorm Firearms and Mock Firearms Regulations

Firearms must follow University Regulations and the TAMU Rule on Carrying Concealed Handguns on Campus. Mock firearms (such as Nerf Guns and FDT practice rifles) may be stored but not used in dorms.

Home Football Game Attendance Policy

Mandatory; cadets must attend all home Football games.

In-Uniform Electronic Device Policy

Cadets will not use a cell phone or other electronic device when walking in uniform (including texting, talking, or surfing the net).

In-Uniform Consumption Prohibitions

The use of chewing gum, any tobacco product, or tobacco substitute while in uniform, and the consumption of food or beverage while walking in uniform or standing in formation are prohibited.

Hands in Pockets Policy

Cadet hands will not be placed in pockets for an extended period; issued gloves should be worn depending on the uniform.

Black Jacket Formation Temperature

Below 55 degrees, black jackets will be worn to formation.

Evening Early Chow PT Uniform Policy

The PT uniform is not authorized during early chow in the evening.

Inspectable Room Hours

0830–1700.

Shoe Taps Exemption

Juniors do not require taps on their shoes.

Cadet Values

Honor, Courage, Integrity, Discipline, Selfless Service, Respect.

Off-Campus Uniform Standard

Class B uniform or higher.

Whipping Out Policy

All cadets will whip out to cadets senior to them (not just fish); whipping out is not required during EST.

Academic Probation Threshold (Senior/Junior)

Cumulative GPA $< 2.30$.

Academic Probation Threshold (Sophomore)

Cumulative GPA $< 2.20$.

Academic Probation Threshold (Freshman)

Cumulative GPA $< 2.1$.

First-Year PFT Deadline

First-year cadets must pass the Physical Fitness Test by the end of their first spring semester.

Cadet Private First Class (PFC) Insignia: Sophomore rank insignia consisting of one chevron.

Sophomore rank insignia Cadet Corporal (CPL) Insignia of two chevrons.

1sgt

Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Insignia: Senior rank insignia consisting of two diamonds.

Cadet Colonel Insignia

Cadet Colonel of the Corps Insignia:Senior rank insignia consisting of four diamonds.

Reveille

The Texas A&M mascot, who holds the highest position in the Corps of Cadets with five diamonds.

cadet sergeant

cadet staff sergeant

cadet sergeant first class

cadet master sergeant

cmd sergeant major

cadet sergeant major of the corps

cadet second lt.

cadet 1st lt.

cadet captain

cadet major