In Their Words

Rugby Game and Regi

It was really cold yesterday morning compared to today. It was around the high 30s when I woke up. I wore leggings and sweats, with three top layers. It was misty/drizzly outside and I really was not having it. It was all good when we got through warm-ups, I was warm and thriving. The game was alright, but it was cold and muddy. I could not believe we went from muddy smelly jerseys to pretty dresses. It was an eventful day and filled with lots of things to do. Read more →

As Rook Arrival Day Approaches...

Blog #2: Don't Worry, Everything Will Be Alright As August 22nd approaches quickly, Rooks may be starting to get nervous and start overthinking how their first experience at Norwich will go with all new people, a new place, and even the COVID-19 Delta Variant becoming more prevalent. Trust me as a fellow Rook, I understand how this makes people feel. Just make sure you are as prepared as you can be for this major change in our lives. Don't feel overwhelmed by everything that "might" happen, just take it day by day and make the most out of every second. August 22nd will be a defining moment for everyone in the Corps of Cadets, and we have to make sure that we put our best foot forward and never fail to try. Continue every day to get yourself mentally prepared for this step, because it is a big one, but... Read more →

Preparing for arrival

Arrival day is approaching for many Cadets for FTX week. Personally, I will training with the Cavalry Troop... but there are many other students who are partaking in Band and Drill as well. As a Rook, I have spent my summer preparing for this weekend for a while now; whether I was at the gym building endurance or muscle, reading my summer reading book for English class, or shopping around for all of the items that were on my "Rook Packing List". It is currently my last day here on Long Island, until I drive up to Vermont with my parents tomorrow morning. So far I have checked my bags and my checklist to make sure I have everything I need multiple times (as if my hangers could grow legs and walk out of the bag). Later I will be having dinner with my family for the last time until... Read more →