Reserve Organization of American Award

Cadets may only receive this award once. Ribbon for this award may be worn on the cadet’s ribbon rack and worn on regular uniform days. Medals will not be worn on regular uniform days orduring any type of competition. (Ribbon change from ROA) 7.7.11.1. This award is presented annually for military and academic achievement to an outstanding third-year cadet (fourth-year cadet in a 4-year program). The recipient must possess individual characteristics contributing to leadership such as:

• Be in the top 10% in the AFJROTC program.

• Be in the top 25% in academic grades.

• Be recognized for having contributed the most to advancing the objectives of the AFJROTC program, which include outstanding dedication to citizenship, knowledge of civic responsibility, military orientation, self-discipline, and a sound work ethic.

7.7.11.2. The SASI with the ASI, selects the recipient of the award. The local ROA chapter contacts each SASI before 15 January and furnishes the name of the ROA representative for presentation purposes. If no contact is made by 15 January, the SASI must communicate directly with the National Headquarters of the Reserve Organization of American. See Attachment 7-17 for list ofaward points of contact.