Fall FTX - VMI cadets will participate in fall field training exercises (Fall FTX) Friday, Oct. 10 through Sunday, Oct. 12. Trainings will occur on post and McKethan Park, with brief congestion and night marches on the Chessie Nature Trail. Weapons training may be heard. Emergency vehicles will be on post for training purposes.

Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Meets VMI Cadets at Ceremonial Dinner

LEXINGTON, Va. March 4, 2024 — On Friday, Feb. 16, the Be Everything You Are Stars and Stripes cerAir Force Chief Master Sergeant meets VMI cadetsemonial dinner took place in Baltimore, Maryland. 

The ceremony highlights flag-rank officers, admirals, generals, and members of the federal Senior Executive Service who have demonstrated courage under fire, wisdom, resourcefulness, and unwavering loyalty to their nation.  

During the dinner AFROTC cadets Joey Heffron '24, Zachary Sturm '24, and Joshua Kent '24 had the opportunity to meet Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne Bass.  The cadets and Chief Bass engaged in discussions regarding their respective branches, majors, and upcoming graduations.

Cadet Joshua Vissicchio '25
Air Force ROTC Detachment 880