2022 CADET RETREATS

ON OCT. 21, cadet juniors visited Gettysburg National Military Park where they experienced history by walking the key terrain of the battlefield. During the visit, they engaged in conversations about communication, decision making, and other leadership concepts.

ON NOV. 5, cadets opened the 100th regular-season meeting of St. John’s vs. Gonzaga—the first regular-season SJC vs. Gonzaga game played on Military Road in 30 years (see page 61).

2022 Saber Ceremony

ON MAY 18, rising seniors participated in the traditional Saber Ceremony, where each cadet junior was presented with a ceremonial sabre by a family member or close friend.

2022 WREATH-LAYING CEREMONY: TOMB OF THE UNKNOWN SOLDIER

ON NOV. 9, C/COL Jais Kirkman ’23 and C/CSM Rafael Visoso ’24 led SJC’s annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery with honored guest and SJC Board Chair Tom Frana ’65. Before the ceremony, Historian Tim Frank ’94 and Contract Historian Kevin Hymel ’85 shared their knowledge and expertise about the national landmark.

2022 Cclp Awards Ceremony

ON MAY 17, the Cadet Corps Leadership Program celebrated cadets who exemplify outstanding performance in the four pillars of the program with ROTC scholarships and prestigious awards.