Meet C1C Simeon Rate from Valrico, Florida. An Aeronautical Engineering major with a Pre-Med minor, Simeon chose #USAFA to challenge himself, develop his character and build the mental and physical resilience needed to become a usairforce officer. Experiences that helped shape his development include: 🫡 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴. Served on Group Staff during BCT, strengthening his interpersonal skills, critical thinking and ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment. 🚑 𝗖𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺. Gained experience in emergency response and medicine, shaping his goal of becoming an Air Force physician. 🎖️ 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽. Was Squadron First Sergeant, BCT Group First Sergeant and Chief of Staff, Wing Staff and Squadron Commander, learning the importance of giving others the resources, guidance and trust needed to accomplish the mission. Through academics, military training and leadership opportunities, Simeon says the Academy ...