The New Student Orientation Program (NSOP) is a voluntary three-day program held for all students interested in participating in Air Force ROTC at Syracuse University. This program is an introduction to the AFROTC program as a whole, and gives students a head start on the semester, providing cadets with early access to their dorm rooms, opportunities to develop relationships with classmates, and an intimate knowledge of the campus layout all before classses even start. NSOP is held before the Fall semester begins, right before classes start.

Cadets will learn basic marching, customs and courtesies, team work, and have some great fun while they are at it. Cadets will spend the three days developing their understanding of Air Force ROTC and our program. They will also get to know their class and make new friends that will last a lifetime.

Parents are encouraged to attend the first day’s activities. We will hold an informational session covering program specifics and end the day with an informal social where new cadets and their families can get to know the AFROTC cadre and the returning cadets of the detachment.

NSOP 2009 will be held August 26 - 28 2009. For more information, call the detachment at 315-443-2461.

Students must either attend Syracuse University or one of the cross-town schools that allow students to enroll in AFROTC. It is not mandatory to attend NSOP to enroll in AFROTC; however, most new cadets have enjoyed the program.

If you have any questions, or are interested in registering for NSOP, please contact us at (315) 443-2461 or email AF.DET535@SYR.EDU Please put "ATTN: NSOP" in the subject line of your emails.