Community Host FAQs
How do I become a Community Host?
In order to become a Community Host to a Cal Maritime cadet, you must fill out the Community Host Application and submit it to the Cadet-Community Connection (C3) Office. Eligible applicants
will be at least 28 years of age and live within a 25 miles radius of the Cal Maritime
campus. The C3 Staff will process your application as quickly as possible, including
a background check. Upon approval of your application, every effort will be made to
match Community Hosts with the best possible cadet based on similar interests.
As a Community Host what can I do for my cadet and what is expected from me?
Community Hosts provide friendship, understanding and encouragement to incoming freshmen
cadets during the demanding first year at the Academy. Community Hosts are meant to
provide a local "family connection" for Cadets and should help cadets learn more about
Vallejo so that they may experience the many positive aspects that the town, Solano
County and the Bay Area have to offer. After applying, all Community Hosts will have
a background check and undergo approximately 2 hours of training on campus.
What are my cadet's responsibilities?
Cadets are expected to act as mature adults and future Maritime Officers and Business
Professionals. Only the highest standards of personal behavior, etiquette, and accountability
are acceptable. Cadets are aware of the rules and policies to which they are subject and should not place a Community Host in any pressured
situations regarding campus rules. Cadets are also encouraged to keep Community Hosts
involved in Cal Maritime activities and to express their appreciation for a Community
Host's generosity.
Does the Cadet-Community Connection only apply to incoming freshmen or can I remain
matched with the same cadet until graduation?
The program is designed for incoming freshmen cadets, however we encourage and support
the idea that many families may want to continue their relationship with their cadet
until graduation. Additionally, we hope that the connectons made create lifelong
friendships.
What are the rules regarding cadets and alcohol?
California State Law prohibits the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages to anyone
under 21 years of age. This restriction extends to the cadets within a Community Host's
home. As a Community Host, you must understand that the consequences for the underage
consumption of alcohol are severe.
What are the rules regarding transportation of cadets?
Cadets are not authorized to have a vehicle on campus (*unless special permission
has been obtained). They may ride in vehicles owned by authorized Community Hosts,
staff and faculty members, and upper class cadets who are properly licensed and insured.
What should I do if I have a problem with my cadet?
Should you experience a problem with your cadet, please contact the Cadet-Community
Office at the California State University Maritime Academy. The C3 Office will be
able to assist you in resolving any problem that might arise. The office phone number
is (707) 654-1412.
Can I contact my cadet's parents?
We request that you do not contact your cadet's parents until your cadet has authorized
you to do so. There will be an opportunity during Cadet Orientation at the end of
August for you to meet your assigned cadet and their family. It is our hope that your
cadet will become an extension of your family and that you will become an extension
of theirs. However, we do encourage all involved to set boundaries and be clear about
the extent of contact preferred.
Coordinator, Community Engagement & Cadet-Commmunity Connection
JoEllen Myslik
jmyslik@csum.edu
Lab Building Office 113