[onyx]

So, they participate in Friday prayers but are not permitted to leave class 5 times a day to pray to Mecca, is that right?

Husband says to tell you a LOT has changed since he was at USNA. :)

[Rokke]

"So, they participate in Friday prayers but are not permitted to leave class 5 times a day to pray to Mecca, is that right?"

They are not allowed to do anything that will impact their military training. If they can fit their prayers in on their own time, that's fine. Otherwise, too bad. For example, during Ramadan, Muslim USAFA Cadets don't have to eat during the day. But the kitchen doesn't open for them at night. Their on their own.

"Husband says to tell you a LOT has changed since he was at USNA. :)"

Ha. Tell him it got MUCH harder after he graduated. ; )

[USMMA_83]

I was at the academy and the Jewish cadets who had never ever been to a synagogue suddenly became very religious...every Friday they were given leave to attend the local synagogue. Later I found out they would all go for movies and beer at the local bar.