Cadet Profiles

Matthew Lin ’25

Hometown: Nashville, TN

Company: Delta

Why did you enroll in MMA?

This is a good school and my mom wanted me to be a leader.

Why do you now attend MMA?

Since the coronavirus outbreak, my mom wants me to attend a school where I can go to classes and not just look at a screen so I can learn better.

What’s the best part of your MMA day?

At the end of the day, I can rest after a day of hard work.

What’s the most challenging part?

Back-campus physical training, and standing still for a long time.

What leadership position do you hope to hold at MMA someday?

The battalion executive officer when I’m a senior.

What’s your goal after you graduate from MMA?

To attend MIT and be an engineer.

What is the most important thing you have learned at MMA so far?

The faster you get something done, the more free time you have.

What do you do on the weekends?

Back-campus physical training, drill and calling home.

What is your favorite class this year?

Robotics, so far.

Sun Kit Tsui ’21

Hometown: Hong Kong

Position: Battalion Commander

Why did you enroll in MMA?

I enrolled in MMA because I believe this is a place that can challenge me and make me a better person.

Why do you now attend MMA?

I still look at MMA as a place to sharpen my leadership skills and ready myself for the “real” world.

Favorite part of the day?

Study hall. During study hall, I am able to focus on studying and not be distracted by other events.

What’s the most challenging part of MMA?

The most challenging part is getting used to the routine. Once that is established, everything else falls into place.

Favorite sport or activity you are involved in?

JROTC Raiders.

What’s your goal after you leave MMA?

To successfully complete my college education and land a desirable job in the software engineering field.

What is the most important thing you have learned at MMA so far?

The most important thing I have learned is that the key to success of any plan or operation is communication.