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Who we are
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The Scabbard and Blade organization represents the highest military fraternity at Clemson University. The purpose of this organization is to promote interest in the military and to promote a closer relationship between the students and the military departments. Membership in Scabbard and Blade is open to a select number of Army and Air Force cadets not to exceed the top 10 percent of the Corps of Cadets. New members are selected by active individual qualities of leadership ability and exemplary character.
MISSION:
The Society will professionally develop the members of K Company through...
Participation in service activities
Collaboration with the Clemson Corps
Concern for academic performance.
VISION:
Through the selection of exceptional Cadets, K Company exists to foster Officer development within the Corps of Cadets and to promote the proud Military Heritage of Clemson University.
The Society of Scabbard and Blade was founded on principles represented by the 5 stars on our logo:
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Honor, Leadership, Professionalism, Officership, Unity
Honor
This breeds loyalty, Loyalty, Efficiency, Courage, Obedience, and Good Fellowship
Leadership
As a leader, one must possess a knowledge of Human Behavior and Teamwork, Negotiation and Conflict Resolution, Critical Thinking and Strategy, Communication, and Delegation Strategy
Professionalism
As professional soldiers, members of the society understand the importance of Ethics and Standards, Goal Setting and Execution, Time Management, Resource Management, and Attitude and Image
Officership
As future officers, members of the Society develop a grasp of Mentorship, Selflessness, Service, Military Standards, and Military History
Unity
As the premier club of joint relations, the Society emphasizes Joint Education, Joint Camaraderie, Joint Understanding, and Joint Integration
Scabbard and Blade Events and ACTIVITIES
Scabbard and Blade's Military Ball
The Military Ball is an annual event planned and hosted by Scabbard and Blade that brings together Army and Air Force programs for a night of celebration.
Joint Service Projects and Events
Scabbard and Blade is dedicated to the service of the Clemson area. Past service events includes
Restoring the Scroll of Honor
Guarding of the President Suite
Area beautification
Stadium Cleanings
Requirements to Join
At least a Sophomore standing
Above a 3.0 GPA (3.5+ preffered)
Be recommended
Complete PHISH Phase
An 11 day physically and mentally strenuous period in which selected cadets will learn and be tested on military and Clemson history whilst growing in the 5 star principles.
The Society’s Purposes and Ideals
The primary purpose of Scabbard and Blade is to raise the standard of military education in American Colleges and universities; to unit in closer relationship their military departments; to encourage and foster the essential qualities of good and efficient officers; and to promote friendship and good fellowship among cadet officers. The Society also disseminates knowledge of military education to the students and people of the country. In general, they acquaint the people with our national defense needs.
Preamble to the Constitution
Believing that military service is an obligation of citizenship, and that the greater opportunities afforded college men and women for study of military science place upon them certain responsibilities as citizens, we, Cadet Officers in various Universities and Colleges conferring baccalaureate degrees, do form this Society and adopt this Constitution in order to unite in closer relationship the military departments of American Universities and Colleges; to preserve an develop the essential qualities of good and efficient officers; to prepare ourselves as educated men and women to take a more active part and to have a greater influence in the military affairs of the communities in which we may reside and above all to spread intelligent information concerning the military requirements of our country.
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