Frequently Asked Questions
What is meant by liberties?
The Academy refers to liberties and authorizations as permission for cadets to leave the Academy during off duty periods. Your individual passes on Friday evening and Saturday will depend on your class and on your overall squadron performance. As a basic cadet, you'll not be permitted to have visitors except for a scheduled cadet function. When you become a fourth-class cadet, you'll be allowed to use Arnold Hall, the cadet social center, and to entertain guests there on weekends after Parents' Weekend. You'll also be permitted to dine out in the homes of Academy personnel on certain occasions and to attend home athletic events and other scheduled activities of the cadet wing. Authorizations and liberties are gradually increased by class in recognition of added maturity and responsibility. First-class cadets can go out every day if their performance is up to standards.
