Vanderbilt University Naval ROTC - Galleon Yearbook (Nashville, TN)

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PFT I would probably miss Captain Banks a lot less if he took the Bear with him. That must be what a lot of midshipmen are thinking when they get out twice a year for the Physical Fitness Test tPFTl- The infamous PFT consists of three events: pullups for pushupsl, situps, and a three mile run. The pullups and situps are done at the unit and the run in Centennial park. lt tends to catch a lot of people out of shape, especially in the spring. But the threat of Remedial PT at 0600 is a prime motivator for many, driving them to do their best. Perhaps there is nobody at the unit who really likes the PFT, but everyone acknowledges the fact that it is the best way of making sure each midshipmen keeps in good physical condition. -rg mf i gk - s s +-CK' .W r . 7 f' Egan? ' N ii' 'gy rf + H , , rg:-::.... nvfff

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CHANGE of O The Navy and Marine Corps have many traditions. When the commanding officer is relieved and a new commanding officer takes his place at the helm, it is customary to have a change of command ceremony. Vanderbilt University NROTC unit is no exception to this custom. On 30 September 1982 Captain Sidney M. Banks, U.S.N. was relieved of his command by Colonel Robert A. Phillips, Jr., U.S.M.C. The entire battalion was assembled for the ceremony. The uniform was Service Dress Blues. The midshipmen were put through the manual of arms, then Captain Banks addressed his command one last time. He commended the unit on the progress made during his tour of duty and urged-all of the midshipmen to maintain those high standards. During Captain Banks' emotional address,he read the order relieving him. Then Colonel Phillips read his orders and expressed his hope for a successful future for the battalion. After the ceremony was concluded, a reception was held in Alumni Hall. Refreshments were served by the Blue Angels,and everyone enjoyed themselves. Brian Dessart ill 1 I l

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FIELD MEET Field Day is certainly a lab period which all mid- shipmen enjoy. For those who are athletically inclined, such events as the pushfsit up relay, the fireman's carry, and the Bear Machine have special appeal. On the other hand, those midshipmen who would rather act as spectators than participants especially enjoy the Dizzy-Izzy and the Chariot Race. The competition is fierce but friendly, this year's two winners were Bravo Company ffall semesterl and Charlie Company Qspringl. ,IRC ti ii, N r-f 'gi 1 .-:QM ,,:'i'c 'Wm g C 1, fl-P'-..-a-X qqcv-4-4...gnr we .' 4gqu 'l 4' sifwwes ' . c'