A11. Cadet Corps Taboos

Taboos are universal prohibitions of an action because these actions can bring discredit on the Cadet Corps or yourself, embarrass others, ambush established procedures, diminish respect, and result in broken relationships with others.  These taboos have been established in the Cadet Corps over the past one hundred years:
 Never criticize the Cadet Corps or a leader in public. (This includes Social Media)
  Never go "over the heads" of superiors-don't jump the chain of command.
 Never offer excuses, unless asked to explain.
               -If you don't know the answer to a superior's question, you will never go wrong with the response, "Sir/Ma’am I do not know, but I'll find out."
 Never "wear" a superior's rank by saying something like, "the first sergeant wants this done now," when in fact the first sergeant said no such thing. Speak with your own voice.
 Never turn and walk away to avoid giving the hand salute.
 Never run indoors or pretend you don't hear (while driving, for example) to avoid standing reveille or retreat.
 Never chew gum while in uniform
 Never spread gossip or rumors
 Never use profanity or vulgar words
 Never walk or stand with your hands in your pockets