Oh and as for the stigma... When you get to the fleet, prove your worth through actions, not words. I had two spus show up to my boat, both as first classes, one came with a chip on the shoulder and better than thou attitude. His quals didnt go well and he was a terrible watchstander. The other shut his mouth, busted his ass and was a fantastic watchstander. he was LPO in no time. Again, YmMV, but your fleet treatment depends on your attitude. There will always be some anti spu douche, though, but thy are likely just jealous.