VSU Detachment 172

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Det 172 would like to thank our cadets, cadre, and supporters for an incredible semester filled with growth, leadership,...
05/12/2026

Det 172 would like to thank our cadets, cadre, and supporters for an incredible semester filled with growth, leadership, and lasting memories. Have a great break, and we’ll see you next semester!

March was filled with great memories-thank you to our cadre and cadets for making every moment count and every month som...
04/28/2026

March was filled with great memories-thank you to our cadre and cadets for making every moment count and every month something to look forward to.

This morning at PT, Det 172 held a "Pie in the Face" event in support of C/Herman's Penny Wars fundraiser, bringing grea...
04/27/2026

This morning at PT, Det 172 held a "Pie in the Face" event in support of C/Herman's Penny Wars fundraiser, bringing great energy and participation from the cadets. It was a great way to keep motivation high towards the end of the semester.

This past month, the cadets pictured had the distinct honor of contracting into the United States Air Force, marking a m...
04/10/2026

This past month, the cadets pictured had the distinct honor of contracting into the United States Air Force, marking a major milestone in their journey to becoming Air Force officers. Their hard work, commitment, and dedication have brought them to this moment, and it is only the beginning of what lies ahead.

Detachment 172 is incredibly proud to have such outstanding cadets representing our program. Please join us in congratulating them in the comments!

Week 12 LLAB was designed to simulate a field training exercise (FTX), giving our GMC cadets a realistic and challenging...
04/06/2026

Week 12 LLAB was designed to simulate a field training exercise (FTX), giving our GMC cadets a realistic and challenging environment to apply the skills they've developed throughout the semester. At the start of LLAB, cadets were issued a detailed schedule and were expected to meet strict timelines while moving between multiple locations, reinforcing time management and accountability.

Throughout the exercise, cadets were evaluated on key areas such as field drill evaluations, participation in Group Leadership Problems (GLPs), and their ability to operate effectively under pressure. The LLAB concluded with an Air Force knowledge test, ensuring cadets demonstrated both practical skills and foundational understanding. Overall, this LLAB emphasized leadership, teamwork, and adaptability in a high-tempo, field-like setting.

We're back from Spring Break, so here's a recap of our last two LLABS!During Week 8, cadets participated in a Group Lead...
03/23/2026

We're back from Spring Break, so here's a recap of our last two LLABS!

During Week 8, cadets participated in a Group Leadership Project focused on the strategic movement of airpower assets during global conflict scenarios. This exercise challenged cadets to think critically about resource allocation and decision-making, emphasizing the importance of selecting the right assets to support mission success in a dynamic operational environment.

Week 9 shifted focus to hands-on field and military tactics applicable to real-world Air Force operations.
Our POC led training on vehicle bailout procedures, 9-line UX reporting, and techniques for detaining an enemy assailant.These practical exercises reinforced tactical proficiency and prepared cadets for future operational scenarios.

February Newsletter is live!We had a great February here at Det 172 and are ready for an even better March. Stomp em out...
03/23/2026

February Newsletter is live!

We had a great February here at Det 172 and are ready for an even better March. Stomp em out!

The first Detachment 172 podcast is live! In this episode, cadets discuss their experiences in the Enlisted Commissionin...
03/08/2026

The first Detachment 172 podcast is live! In this episode, cadets discuss their experiences in the Enlisted Commissioning Programs, including the Airman Scholarship & Commissioning Program (ASCP) and the Scholarships for Outstanding Airmen and Guardians to ROTC (SOAR).

Please give it a listen and let us know how it turned out!

https://youtu.be/FPH7-nmzlrk?si=dP5HCxYfxFBxcWIT

03/08/2026

PFA 2 was a success. Great job to all of our cadets!

Video credit: C/Henry

Week 7 LLAB was a great success and full of energy from start to finish. We kicked things off with an engaging current a...
03/01/2026

Week 7 LLAB was a great success and full of energy from start to finish. We kicked things off with an engaging current affairs briefing led by C/Foley, who challenged cadets to think critically about today's global events and how they impact the Air Force. Following the briefing, C/Carlisi led the detachment through an Air Domain GLP, where cadets had the opportunity to apply teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills in a competitive environment.

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1500 N Patterson Street
Valdosta, GA
31698

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+12293335954

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