Comments on: CPO Initiation-Transition a Decade Later

By: bryan hill EOC SCW RET

bryan hill EOC SCW RET — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 02:35:37 +0000

I agree with ernie that the old way is better. I have not been to the new transition but it sounds as though the anchors are just handed to them. I realize by being selected they earned the right but after intiation we all felt that we had earned the right to wear the anchors of a navy chief petty officer the same as those who came before us. I didn’t alway agree with everything that went on during initiation but I believe I was and am a better person from the lessons I learned during that time. I wouldn’t change a thing. Just goes to show that kinder gentler has finally won out. What’s next?
just my two cents

By: Ernie Gomez MMC/SS

Ernie Gomez MMC/SS — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 21:03:25 +0000

I would not have it any other way but the old fashion way, My son will join the ranks soon I hope. I plan to be there but I know it will not be the same. Great read.!!!!!

By: Bruce Metzler

Bruce Metzler — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:00:18 +0000

Larry has it exactly right! Ours is a fellowship like no other. Need help? Ask the Chief. Need advice? Ask the Chief. Need professional guidance? Ask the Chief. Class of 2010 — you ARE the Chief. Congratulations and welcome.

By: Larry Hensley

Larry Hensley — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 04:07:04 +0000

I was initiated in Pensacola in 1982. Believe it or not, I was apprehensive about initiation but looking forward to it. I have to say, it was the more challenging and humbling experiences of my life and man was I proud. It was years later that I realized that I could walk into any Chief’s mess or Chief’s office in the world and feel perfectly welcome. I could strike up a conversation with any Chief or ask for assistance and know I had his or her full attention. Like “Cheers” it is good to go where everyone knows your name – Chief.

By: Todd 'tojosan' Jordan

Todd 'tojosan' Jordan — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:42:29 +0000

Great read. I remember folks really dreading the chief’s initiation. We actually had one of our chief initiates end up in the hospital.

Glad to hear though folks are still proud of the accomplishment.

By: Andrew Acomb

Andrew Acomb — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:09:33 +0000

Great post! Things are changing, but it is still important not to completely forget the past.

Congratulations to all the Selectees!

By: NCCM(ret)

NCCM(ret) — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 12:52:34 +0000

Congrats to you and the entire class of 2009 on your selection to Chief Petty Officer! I hope others sound off in the comments as well.

By: NavyTim

NavyTim — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 07:28:50 +0000

Great post. As a selectee, I am looking forward to learning.

I am also enjoying your site – would be interested in swapping links if you would like. Let me know. NavyTim