MMI parades and reviews are conducted on the Walter C. Givhan Parade Field during days celebrating significant events and/or honoring special guests. Parades are open to the public and free to attend. Check the MMI calendar for up-to-date parade schedules.
Typically, the Corps of Cadets conduct the following each year:
September – Cresting Pass in Review
After a two-week Intensive Training Cycle at the beginning of each semester, new “recruits” are welcomed into the Corps of Cadets with a Cresting Ceremony in which freshmen receive the MMI crest to wear on their epilets. In lieu of a parade, a more formal Pass in Review will immediately follow the Cresting Ceremony occurring at 1:30 p.m.
October – Family Weekend Parade
Family Weekend is a weekend event for parents and families of cadets to have the opportunity to experience MMI life for a weekend. This parade punctuates the weekend’s activities and includes the Mother’s Review, in which the mothers of company commanders have the opportunity to pin a floret to their respective cadet’s company guidon.
November – Local Veterans Day Parade (in downtown Marion)
In honor of our local veterans, MMI partners with other groups and schools in Marion and Perry County to conduct a parade on Washington Street. The viewing area for this parade is on the Courthouse Square in downtown Marion.
January – Spring Cresting Parade
After a two-week Intensive Training Cycle at the beginning of each semester, new “recruits” are welcomed into the Corps of Cadets with a Cresting Ceremony in which freshmen receive the MMI crest to wear on their epilets. This parade will immediately follow the Cresting Ceremony.
February – Donor Recognition Ceremony Parade
This parade follows an annual ceremony to recognize MMI’s donors for their generosity and dedication to the vision of the institution.
April – Alumni Weekend Parade
MMI alumni are welcomed back on campus during this weekend-long event, and a parade is conducted as one of the closing festivities.
