Parent 2017/18 Handbook

PARENT 2017/18 HANDBOOK

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240718-0517 AOG Visa Parent Calendar 2017.05 AD-selected.indd Proof ROUND Stock: None #: 1.0 Recognition/Class Patches and Class Pins 2021 patch will debut at Parents Weekend Designed by cadets, for cadets and their families. Each patch and pin proudly displays the Prop & Wings and Class color.

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The Long Blue Line w Over 49,000 graduates 698 generals, including 40 four-star generals 1 former and 1 current member of Congress 41 astronauts Over 1,576 company presidents, vice presidents, owners and chief executive officers More than 490 medical professionals 592 legal professionals 1 Medal of Honor 19 Air Force Crosses 278 Silver Stars 3,727 Distinguished Flying Crosses 37 POWs 182 graduates named on the Academy War Memorial

2 Dear Parents,

We warmly welcome you and your cadet for the start of the 2017-18 United States Air Force Acad- emy academic year. The Association of Graduates joins your family in expecting great things as your loved one inches closer to graduation and ultimate- ly becomes a new member of the Long Blue Line. Since 1959, 59 USAFA classes have produced more than 49,000 graduates who have become leaders of character in the Air Force and throughout society. The Academy has produced 698 general officers— 40 who have earned four stars and five who became the Air Force Chief of Staff. The Long Blue Line also includes 41 astronauts, 37 POWs, 38 Rhode Scholars, business leaders, politicians, doctors, lawyers, airline professionals and more. It is clear our men and women have had a positive impact on their communities and on the nation. Your cadet is already a part of this great tradition. The AOG is here to support them and encourage you to share your cadet’s experience through the services and products we provide. This handbook is just one of the ways the AOG demonstrates our commitment to all parents in the Academy family. For those of you who are members of the AOG, you already know about the many benefits your membership provides. We hope you enjoy the commentary and photos from WebGuy. Members receive Checkpoints, our award-winning magazine dedicated to telling the stories of graduates, cadets and the Academy. ZoomiEnews and 7258’, our electronic newsletters, give you weekly updates on Academy news, events and activities. AOG members also receive a 15 percent discount on merchandise in both our gift shop and online store. If you aren¹t cur- rently a member, now is the time to join so you stay connected to your Academy. To the parents of the incoming Class of 2021, your cadet is facing the first chal- lenge of their journey – Basic Cadet Training. Encourage them to stay the course. Nothing good ever comes easy and the pride that comes from doing a difficult thing will soon be theirs. Your encouragement can make all the difference. The Long Blue Line is looking forward to adding the Class of 2021 to its ranks! Feel free to contact us if you have questions or need additional information. I look forward to meeting you at one of the many upcoming activities we sponsor. Wishing you and your cadets all the best,

Marty Marcolongo ’88 President and CEO USAFA Association of Graduates 3 PARENTS’ CLUBS We understand ... And we can help!

There are 93 USAFA parents’ clubs throughout the United States. Chances are there is a club near you! By joining and participating in a regional parent club, you can: – Take comfort in the support offered from others going through a similar experience. – Make lifelong friends. – Enjoy the guidance and ongoing support offered to parent clubs by the Association of Graduates and the Academy. – Benefit from having an understanding shoulder to lean on during your cadet¹s four years at USAFA.

Find your local parent club and get connected today! www.usafa.org/Parents

Questions? Contact: USAFA: Marie Nikovits, Parent Liaison [email protected], (719) 333-3828 AOG: Bill Preston, Parent Programs Coordinator [email protected], (719) 472-0300 Ext. 121 Contents Academy Overview...... 7 AOG Overview...... 9 AOG Chapters...... 11 AOG National Events...... 12 My Cadet’s Info...... 15 Cadet Help...... 16 Visitors Guide...... 22 USAFA Map...... 38 Calendar...... 40 Milestones and Legacy Events...... 70 Cadet Life...... 74 USAFA Terms/Locations...... 77 USAFA Vocabulary...... 78 Cadet Rank and Insignia...... 83 Air Force Ranks and Insignia...... 85 Graduation Checklist...... 86 Prep School...... 88 Prep School Chain of Command...... 88 Prep School Calendar...... 89 Prep School Map...... 90 Academy Phone Numbers...... 92 Cadet Squadron Phone Numbers...... 93

Academy Overview Mission To educate, train, and inspire men and women to become officers of character, motivated to lead the United States Air Force in service to our nation.

Basic Academy Information The Air Force Academy is both a military installation and a university, essentially operating similarly to other Air Force bases. Academic and athletic operations are overseen by a Superintendent (akin to a university president), Dean, and Director of Athletics. The Com- mandant (no civilian equivalent) oversees the military aspects of your cadet’s training. Under this organization, rank structure is as follows:

Superintendent – Lieutenant General (3-star) Dean – Brigadier General (1-star) Commandant – Brigadier General (1-star) Athletic Director – Civilian

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5 -STAR CATERING 3116 Academy Drive, USAF Academy, CO 80840 Ties to the military are not necessary to use this facility. Association of Graduates Overview Vision Graduates unified to support the Air Force Academy’s highest ideals and legacy.

Mission To pursue our vision and to serve and support the United States of Amer- ica, the United States Air Force, the United States Air Force Academy, and the graduate community by: I. Working in partnership with the Academy to produce and foster graduates with an enduring commitment to integrity, excellence, and service to country. II. Providing leadership, communication, and support to all the Acad- emy’s graduates, and promoting camaraderie among them. III. Promoting the Academy’s heritage, our common traditions, and the accomplishments of our graduates.

Basic AOG Information The AOG will be one of the primary resources you will use to navigate the Academy alongside your cadet during their time here. We are dedicated to providing parents with a link to their sons and daughters, so they can experience Academy life as much as possible. With the following unique programs, we give you a window into day-to-day life “on the hill” and a way to stay connected to your cadet: • Cadet and Family Membership Programs • WebGuy • Online Parent Portal • Parents Club President’s Forum • 7258’ and ZoomiEnews e-newsletters • Ongoing communication through email and social media

It is our duty to advance the Academy’s mission and preserve its heritage for future generations who will one day join the Long Blue Line.

9 10 AOG Chapters You will find it important to connect with your local graduate chapter, as they have the experience and Academy insight necessary to support you and your cadet through the Academy experience. As a graduate chapter, they also have the responsibility of supporting Academy heritage and, together with all those involved in developing our future leaders, ensuring the next generation is equipped and ready to join the Long Blue Line. Ways to connect include, but are not limited to:

• Appointee Send-off Parties • Air Force Falcon Football Game Watch Parties • Away Game Tailgates • Founders Day Celebrations

In some cases, when cadets engage in organized travel for academic, athletic, or recreational purposes, the organizer will reach out to the graduate chapter in the destination area to provide meals, lodging, or opportunities for social functions. Being connected to the graduate chapter will allow you to be part of these types of communications and planning.

Support your local chapter. For more information, visit: www2.usafa.org/groups/chapters

11 AOG National Events You will likely not be able to make it back to Colorado Springs for every event at the Academy, however, there are many opportunities to attend functions held across the country – some may even be in your area.

Air Force Falcons Football Away Tailgates and Fan Fests Each year, your AOG hosts tailgates and Fan Fest celebrations at select away games to rally Air Force fans as they battle on the “fields of friendly strife.”

2017 Football Season Events Saturday, September 16, at Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI Saturday, October 7, at Navy, Annapolis, MD

USAFA Golf Tour In 2017, your AOG will host four golf tournaments in cities across the country in which there are large populations of graduates and Academy supporters. Visit http://golf.usafa.org for future tournament schedules.

2017 Tour Schedule June 5...... Dayton Golf Classic September 15...... Ann Arbor Golf Classic October 27...... Dallas Golf Classic TBD...... Los Angeles Classic

12 Founders Day Celebrations The Air Force Acad- emy and the Asso- ciation of Graduates host a celebration of the Air Force Acad- emy’s founding every April. Each year, an increasing number of graduate chapters choose to host their own Founders Day celebration to commemorate the founding of the institution we all hold so dear. We encourage these gatherings and send representatives of our Senior Staff, when we can, to support the ongoing recognition of the role the Academy has played in our country since its establishment. For more information on these and other events across the country, visit www.usafa.org/events.

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Contacts Squadron Commander Name______Phone______Email______

My local Parents Club President______Phone______Email______

Important Dates Academic First Day ______Acceptance Day and Parade ______Recognition ______Exemplar Dinner ______Commitment Dinner ______Ring Dance ______100th Night ______Graduation ______

Deadlines Class Ring Order ______Graduation Announcements and Invitations Orders ______

15 Cadet Help A variety of organizations are readily accessible for cadets to get help when they need it. In most instances, cadets need to initiate contact with the following organizations. In some cases, cadets will be directed to seek guidance.

Peak Performance Center (719) 333-2107 Administrative Director: Lt. Col. D. Franklin Swayne Location: Sijan Hall, Room 2A13 The Peak Performance Center is committed to promoting the dignity, respect, and well-being of each cadet. The center facilitates the development and inspiration of future leaders by maximizing personal potential and preventing and working through interpersonal conflicts. Cadets who use our center are viewed as vital partners in a growth-oriented, future- focused process intended to enhance their effectiveness in personal and professional endeavors. The center seeks to remove barriers to optimal academic and behavioral functioning and to enhance professional development across the Cadet Wing through a range of services: clinical counseling services, outreach and educational training, and organizational assistance toward individual and institutional enhancement.

16 Counseling is offered for anxiety and fears, assertiveness, depression, eat- ing problems, family problems, grief and loss, relationships, self-image/self- confidence and stress, and substance abuse prevention. The Center also offers biofeedback training for performance enhancement in the area of sports, flying, academics, and combat training. The Peak Performance Center has been granted full accreditation since September 1991 by the International Association of Counseling Services. The counselors are all master’s or doctoral level mental health providers and/or Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors.

Cadet Clinic (719) 333-5180 The cadet clinic provides health care for cadets.

Chaplains (719) 333-2636 The cadet chaplain’s office provides counseling and spiritual advice.

Airman and Family Readiness Flight – Financial Counseling (719) 333-3444 Financial counseling is available by appointment Monday through Thurs- day during normal duty hours (0730-1630).

Sexual Assault Hotline (719) 333-7272 The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program provides 24/7 confidential response to all reports of sexual assault (regardless of when they occurred) and promotes assistance and support for victims of sexual assault to promote personal and academic growth. Contact the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) for all reports of sexual assault.

Sponsor Program (719) 333-2727 The sponsor program provides cadets with exposure to military family life and positive adult role models. Cadets are automatically assigned a sponsor family during Basic Cadet Training. Cadets can request a specific sponsor if the sponsor lives in the immediate Colorado Springs area.

Student Academic Services (719) 333-9841 Student Academic Services provides a variety of assistance, including academic counseling, study strategies and time management, reading enhancement, scholarship programs, writing assistance, and evening tutoring in technical/quantitative subjects.

17 Full-access to WebGuy’s photos and video. Life Membership at Graduation for your Cadet. Lifetime electronic membership for you!

FAMILY MEMBERSHIP CADET MEMBERSHIP Why should YOU become a member of your AOG? Invitations to events at a discounted Cadet Member price—you won’t want to miss out! Take part in exclusive contests—awesome prizes! Access to an extensive grad network—it’s who you know who can make the biggest impact!

FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Why should you join as a FAMILY? Access to our WebGuy program—take a peek inside the Academy to get an idea of your cadet’s experience! Communication about the Academy right to your inbox—be in the loop as to what’s happening on The Hill! Life Membership for you AND your Cadet—see to it that no one misses out on exclusive events, discounts, and engagement! www.usafa.org/Parents/Membership

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19  Unique gifts with a personal touch! Gifts for Graduation - Appreciation – Promotion - Retirement Created by J. Christopher White

W I N G S (A message from Parent to Cadet)*

We watched you grow day by day, A part of us flew by your side seems it was a long long way, as we watched you growing to see you come and let you go, stride by stride, on wings that needed still to grow. over four tough years of 'Cross that small stone bridge fighting fears, we watched you march, long hard days, sweat and tears. into a different world, Now you fly both strong and true, past that rustic arch. we could not be more proud of you, Could those wings survive to watch you fly to lands so far, that mountain's blasts, on wings now graced with golden deep inside, we knew you'd last. bars.

8”x10” Engraved black marble plaque with picture and poem of your choice.

Bronze, numbered edition, 6” falcon sculpture with a long blue line created to honor the USAF mounted on 4”x6” plaque engraved with poem of your choice.

A part of USAFA AOG 7258 Collection online gallery - 7258collection.usafa.org

Sculptures and poems created for graduates of the USAF Academy community *Additional poems available for Military Service, Parents & Sponsor Family www.parablesinwood.com USAF The Falcon tab

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21 Visitors Guide

Colorado Springs Overview and Area Highlights Colorado Springs is located at the foot of Pikes Peak, 70 miles south of Denver. With a land area of 194.87 square miles and a 2016 estimated population of 465,101, Colorado Springs is Colorado’s largest city in terms of area and second only to Denver in population. The Air Force Academy is the 2nd largest undergraduate school in the city, trailing only the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS) in enrollment. Throughout its history, Colorado Springs has been a popular tourist destination due to its surrounding natural beauty and magnificent climate. Aside from the Air Force Academy, plan to see some of the most visited attractions in and around Colorado Springs.

22 COLORADO SPRINGS ATTRACTIONS The Broadmoor Hotel Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Garden of the Gods Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain Cave of the Winds Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame and American Cowboy Museum United States Olympic Headquarters and Training Center

Average Days of Sunshine: 257 Average Annual Precipitation: 16.2 inches Elevation: 6,035 feet Elevation at USAFA: 7,258 feet

To help plan your trip to visit your cadet at the Academy, we offer an online Visitors Guide (www.usafa.org/visitorsguide). In addition to the abbreviated visitor guide in our Parent Handbook, the online Visitors Guide offers sugges- tions on dining, lodging, recreation, and much more! There, you will find local businesses who are proud to support your Air Force Academy!

23 Our community business partners help advance the mission of the United States Air Force Academy and the Association of Graduates. Say thanks by supporting them!

RESTAURANTS AND SWEET TREATS Coles Gourmet Popcorn 7852 North Academy Blvd. Colo. Spgs., CO 80920 (719) 434-1461 colesgoumet.com 1 mile from south gate

Jimmy John’s - Chapel Hills 1590 Briargate Blvd., Colo. Spgs., CO 80920 (719) 203-3278 jimmyjohns.com 1 mile from south gate

McAlister’s Deli 7170 North Academy Blvd., Colo. Spgs., CO 80920 (719) 598-5900 mcalistersdeli.com 1.7 miles from south gate

Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Q 8330 Razorback Rd., Colo. Spgs., CO 80920 (719) 265-6227 famousdaves.com 1 mile from south gate

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 1252 Interquest Pkwy, Colo. Spgs., CO 80920 (719) 598-1909 dickeys.com 4 miles from north gate

Costa Vida 122 Tracker Dr., Colo. Spgs., CO 80921 (719) 481-6782 costavida.com 1.1 miles from north gate

Cockpit Craft Distillery 4893 Galley Rd., Colo. Spgs, CO 80915 (720) 299-0071 cockpitdistillery.com 10 miles from south gate

24 Black Eyed Pea 501 Garden of the Gods Rd., Colo. Spgs, CO 80907 (719) 548-9417 blackeyedpeacolorado.com 5 miles from south gate

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano 1805 Briargate Pkwy, Colo. Spgs, CO 80920 (719) 262-9500 biaggis.com 5.9 miles from north gate

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Biscuits and Berries Catering Company (303) 277-9677 biscuitsandberries.com

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HOTELS AND RESORTS Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn and Suites 7265 Commerce Center Drive, Colo. Spgs., CO 80919 (719) 598-7500 bestwesternpluspeakvista.com 1 mile from south gate

Embassy Suites 7290 Commerce Center Dr., Colo. Spgs., CO 80919 (719) 599-9100 coloradosprings.embassysuites.com 2 miles from south gate

Double Tree 1775 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd, Colo. Spgs., CO 80906 (719) 576-8900 doubletreecosprings.com 13 miles from south gate

25 Hyatt Place 503 West Garden of the Gods Rd., Colo. Spgs., CO 80907 (719) 265-9385 hyattplacecoloradosprings.com 3 miles from south gate

Fairfield Inn and Suites 15275 Struthers Rd., Colo. Spgs., CO 80921 (719) 488-4644 Fairfieldinn.com 2.5 miles from north gate

The Lodge at Flying Horse 1880 Weiskopf Point, Colo. Spgs., CO 80921 (844) 768-2684 lodgeatflyinghorse.com 4.1 miles from north gate

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Hotel Elegante 2886 S. Circle Dr., Colo. Spgs., CO 80906 (719) 576-5900 hotelelegante.com 13 miles from south gate

Rampart Lodge 3130 Academy Dr., USAF Academy, CO 80840 (719) 472-1940 www.usafasupport.com/rampart-lodge.html Located on the Air Force Academy and open to all AOG members

FUN THINGS TO DO The Summit at Interquest 1180 Interquest Parkway, Colo. Spgs., CO 80921 (719) 278-3861 thesummitinterquest.com 4 miles from north gate

Chapel Hills Mall 1710 Briargate Blvd., Colo. Spgs., CO 80920 (719) 594-0111 chapelhillsmall.com 1 mile from south gate

26 Wings Over the Rockies Museum 7711 East Academy Blvd., Denver, CO 80230 (303) 360-5360 wingsmuseum.org 53 miles from north gate

Overdrive Raceway 196 Spectrum Loop, Colo. Spgs., CO 80921 (719) 473-8930 overdriveraceway.com 1.2 miles from north gate

COS Rodeo 1680 S. 21st St., Colo. Spgs., CO 80904 (800) 755-0935 cosrodeo.com 12 miles from south gate

Adventures Out West 1680 S. 21st St., Colo. Spgs., CO 80904 (800) 755-0935 advoutwest.com 12 miles from south gate

Pinot’s Palette 12245 Voyager Parkway, Ste 162, Colo. Spgs., CO 80921 (719) 465-3098 [email protected] 3.4 miles from north gate

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27 All Veterans Funeral and Cremation allveterans.com

Jan-Pro Cleaning Systems of Southern Colorado jan-prosoutherncolorado.com

Regis University regis.edu

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Yellow Cab Company of Colorado Springs yccos.com

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35 “WE SPEAK AIR FORCE”

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Securities Colorado offered through Springs, J.W. Cole CO Financial, 80906 Inc. (JWC), www.pennicafinancial.com member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc (JWCA) Pennica Financial Group, JWC&JWCA are unaffiliated entities.

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Congratulations! It’s an honor to have a son, daughter or relative serving as a cadet at the United States Air Force Academy. It’s that pride in family and devotion to service that prompts many to ask: “What can I do to help support my cadet and the Academy along the way?”

Serving You & Your Cadet Parent & Family Giving was established by the USAFA Endowment to help you play a transformative role in the success of your cadet through active volunteerism and philanthropy. Serving you through our office on the grounds of the Air Force Academy, we have an inside view of administrative priorities, campus activities and the day-to-day lives of the cadets.

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69 Milestones and Legacy Events FOURTH-CLASS, CLASS OF 2021 August Acceptance Parade The Acceptance Parade takes place after the Basics complete Basic Cadet Training (BCT). At this parade, they are “accepted” into the Cadet Wing and they become fourth-class cadets. The Legacy Class (Class of 1971) is invited to view the parade and present Contrails to the outstanding Basic from each of the eight squadrons. This parade is open to the public. Cadet families who choose to attend are able to view the parade and pin-on ceremonies, and spend approximately two hours with their cadet. Speak with your local Parents Club for more details on this event.

March Recognition Recognition is the formal finale of the fourth-class year when the fourth-class cadets are “recognized” as upperclass cadets and are allowed to wear the Prop and Wings insignia on their flight caps. It is a vital and traditional segment of the Academy experience and is a ceremonial acknowledgement that the fourth- class has successfully met the military training requirements and is prepared to continue the rigorous Academy journey. Source: academyadmissions.com.

THIRD-CLASS, CLASS OF 2020 October Exemplar Dinner Since the Class of 2000, each class has chosen someone who exemplifies the type of person the class wishes to emulate. The third-class cadets celebrate this selection at a formal dinner, which Legacy Class (Class of 1970) members are invited to attend. 70 SECOND-CLASS, CLASS OF 2019 August Commitment Dinner Once the cadets return to the Academy for their second-class year, they incur the financial or active duty “commitment” for their education if they depart the Academy prior to Graduation. This profound commitment is celebrated with a formal dinner.

December Class Ring Selection The class ring vendor will visit the cadet library to allow cadets to view and reserve genuine stones for their rings. An AOG representative will be onsite to facilitate the event and oversee the “stone show,” ensuring your cadet is well-informed about their selection.

January Class Ring Ordering The class ring vendor will visit the cadet library to take orders over three days. At this time, your cadet will choose their ring metal and place their order. An AOG representative will be onsite to facilitate the event, ensuring your cadet is well-informed about their purchase.

May Ring Dining Out and Dance This formal dinner will be one of the most exciting moments of your cadet’s time at the Academy. Cadets will enjoy dinner and receive their class rings at Mitchell Hall, then attend the Ring Dance at Arnold Hall. Significant others are welcome and encouraged to attend this event. Ring Dining Out is also the event at which the official class painting is unveiled and presented to the entire class.

FIRST-CLASS, CLASS OF 2018 February 100th Night Approximately 100 nights before graduation, first-class cadets join with their legacy class (Class of 1968) to celebrate 100 days to graduation and their commission as second lieutenants. Cadets also receive their base assignments and are given liberty for the weekend to celebrate.

71 May Graduation Graduation for the USAFA Class of 2018, the 60th graduating class and the Wright Brothers class will take place in Falcon Stadium on May 23, 2018, culminating with an exciting demonstration from the USAF Thunderbirds in the skies over Falcon Stadium. This capstone event will launch new lieutenants into careers of service to their nation and mark the significant achievement that is your cadet’s journey through the U.S. Air Force Academy!

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73 Cadet Life SEVEN BASIC RESPONSES During Basic Cadet Training (BCT) and Basic Military Training (BMT), there are only seven basic responses allowed of a Cadet, or Cadet Candi- date attending the Prep School. They will use only these responses at all times unless directed otherwise by a staff member. When asked, they will introduce themselves as “Basic Cadet [Candidate] ______.” They will also use appropriate titles when addressing superiors and rise when they are addressed by them.

• Yes, Sir/Ma’am/Sergeant. • No, Sir/Ma’am/Sergeant. • No excuse, Sir/Ma’am/Sergeant. • Sir/Ma’am/Sergeant, may I make a statement? • Sir/Ma’am/Sergeant, may I ask a question? • Sir/Ma’am/Sergeant, I do not understand. • Sir/Ma’am/Sergeant, I do not know.

CLUBS More than 80 active clubs are offered to develop talents and satisfy hobbies. Not only do the clubs serve to gratify one’s interests, they also foster friendships, personal development and character development. Clubs fall into three categories: mission, competitive, and recreational. For a more comprehensive list, visit academyadmissions.com.

Mission Clubs Support – Chorale, Drum and Bugle, Falconry, Flying Team, Honor Guard, Soaring, Wings of Blue

74 Affinity & Culture – Hispanic/Latino, Native American Heritage Club, Way of Life Academic/Professional – Astronomy and Physics, Cyber Warfare, Forensics, Mock Trial, Space Society

Competitive Clubs Cycling, Women’s Fast Pitch Softball, Marathon, Men’s & Women’s Rugby, Ski Racing, Triathlon

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75 USAFA Distinguished Graduate Award Winners

2001 General Ronald R. Fogleman, ’63 Mr. Harry J. Pearce, ’64 2002 General Robert C. Oaks, ’59 Dr. Paul G. Kaminski, ’64 2003 Lieutenant General Bradley C. Hosmer, ’59 Mr. Richard T. Schlosberg III, ’65 2004 General Ronald W. Yates, ’60 Honorable Frederick D. Gregory, ’64 2005 General Hansford T. Johnson, ’59 General Michael E. Ryan, ’65 2006 Lieutenant General Robert D. Beckel, ‘59 Major General Edward J. Mechenbier, ‘64 2007 Lieutenant General Ervin J. Rokke, ’62 Mr. Gregg Popovich, ’70 2008 Major General Donald W. Shepperd, ’62 Mr. John H. Martinson, ’70 2009 General Michael Loh, ’60 Honorable Heather Wilson, ’82 2010 Mr. Max James, ’64 General Ralph E. Eberhart, ’68 2011 Brigadier General Ruben A. Cubero, ’61 Mr. Richard D. McConn, ’66 2012 Lieutenant General Marcus A. Anderson, ’61 Mr. Edward E. “Ted” Legasey, ’67 2013 Mr. Bart Holaday, ’65 General William R. Looney III, ’72 2014 Dr. Tom Eeller, ’61 General Kevin Chilton, ’76 2015 General Gregory S. Martin, ’70 Paul S. Madera, ’78 2016 General George L. Butler, ’61 General Charles R. Holland, ’68 Mr. R. David Yost, ’69 Colonel Gary E. Payton, ’71

76 USAFA Terms/Locations Acronyms AMT – Academy Military Trainer AOC – Air Officer Commanding AOG – Association of Graduates ARC – Academic Review Committee BCT – Basic Cadet Training BCG – Basic Cadet Glasses BDU – Battle Dress Uniform BX – Base Exchange CC – Cadet Commander/Command Center CE or Cmsng ED – Commissioning Education CIC – Cadet in Charge COB – Close of Business CONUS – Continental United States CS – Cadet Squadron C-Store – Cadet Store CW – Cadet Wing DDT – Directed Development Time DI – Dorm Inspection GR – Graded Review HR – Human Relations IC or ICA – Intercollegiate Athlete IG – Inspector General LMD – Last Military Duty LOS – Limited on Season (Varsity) Status MAJCOM – Major Command MCQ – Military Call to Quarters MFR – Memorandum for Record MWR – Morale, Welfare, and Recreation NCO – Noncommissioned Officer NMF – Noon Meal Formation (an abbreviated parade before lunch) OD – Officer of the Day ODS – Officer Development System OTS – Officer Training School PDT – Personal Development Time POV – Privately Owned Vehicle PQ – Pilot Qualified RECONDO – (physical) reconditioning program SAMI – Saturday Morning Inspection SCA – Scheduling Committee Action

77 SCRB – Squadron Commander Review Board SF – Security Forces SMACK – Soldier Minus Aptitude, Coordination, and Knowledge SOD – Senior Officer of the Day SQ – Squadron SSS – Staff Summary Sheet T-Zo – Terrazzo, the heart of the Cadet Area TDY – Temporary Duty UCMJ – Uniform Code of Military Justice UPT – Undergraduate Pilot Training WG – Wing Air Force/USAFA Vocabulary ABORT – (v.) to discontinue or abandon; (n.) an abandoned take-off (ground abort) or mission. BANDIT – (n.) bogey identified as unfriendly. BASE – (n.) installation owned and/or operated by the Air Force. BASE LEG – (n.) next to last leg of traffic pattern flown perpendicularly to runway. BENT WING – (n.) swept-back wing; (adj.) having bent wings, as a bent wing aircraft. BIRD – (n.) flying machine, usually an aircraft, but sometimes a missile. BLAST – (n.) shock effect of nuclear explosion; also upper-class get-to gether characterized by its informality. BLUE MAGNET – (n.) a bed comforter made especially for cadets that emits a magnetic pull. BOGEY – (n.) unidentified flying object or radar blip. BOMB – (v.) do extremely poorly, as to “bomb a GR.” BOOM – (v.) that part of a gas-passer that provides fuel. BRAIN BUCKET – (n.) crash helmet. BRAT – (n.) son or daughter of a military family. BREAK – (v. or n.) steep turn either from a formation or in a traffic pattern. BUY THE FARM – (v.) to crash. CANOE U – (n.) a small school which forms a suburb of the capital of Maryland with a campus partly on land and partly in the Severn River. CEILING – (n.) the altitude where the sky becomes more than one-half obscured by clouds as seen by an observer on the ground. COMM SHOP – (n.) the organization that falls under the control of the Commandant and consists of those departments directly affecting the cadet wing. CONTRAILS – (n.) [condensation trails] a visible trail of water droplets or ice crystals formed in the wake of an aircraft flying at high altitude.

78 CONVERTER – (n.) the T-37, since it converts JP-4 fuel directly to noise. CRASH – (n.) a landing in which the vertical velocity is so great and the time spent reducing it to zero is so brief that the acceleration and hence the forces acting become so great as to result in structural failure. CRETIN – (n.) a person lacking in ability to perform acts of nominal coordination or acts requiring minimal thought. CREW CHIEF – (n.) enlisted person or NCO in charge of maintenance of a certain aircraft. DOOLIE – (n.) that insignificant whose rank is measured in negative units; one whose potential for learning is unlimited; one whose days until graduation approach infinity; a fourth class cadet. DOWNWIND – (n.) the leg in a traffic pattern which is parallel to the runway and with the wind. DRAG – (n.) a resistant force exerted in a direction opposite to the direction of motion. ESCAPE VELOCITY – (n.) the initial velocity needed by an object to overcome the pull of gravity. FIGMO – (adj.) that state of being which sometimes occurs when some one has orders from one assignment to another; an attitude of graduating cadets that tends to prevail at the end of spring semester. FINAL – (n.) the last leg of the traffic pattern, the aircraft approaching the runway in the direction of landing (correctly called FINAL APPROACH). FIRSTIE – (n.) that immortal having superhuman powers and disposed to acts of great wonder and cunning; a first class cadet. FLAMEOUT – (n.) engine failure in a jet engine when combustion no longer takes place. FULL BORE – (adv.) throttle full open. GARBAGE – (n.) hardware on an aircraft which can be retracted, usually including flaps, landing gear, and speed brakes. GLASS CAGES – (n.) cadet in charge of quarters complex (Sijan and Vandenberg Halls). GROUND POUNDER – (n.) non-flying officer. HACK – (n.) a time synchronization. (v.) to do; to get through, as in “hack the course;” ability to cope with a situation, as in “he can’t hack it.” HEAD SHED – (n.) those organizations and departments on or falling under the jurisdiction of the Superintendent and their staff. HUDSON HIGH – (n.) a little school on the Hudson River having 205 years of tradition unhampered by progress. HYPERSONIC – (adj.) speed in excess of Mach 5. HYPOXIA – (n.) oxygen lack. INITIAL – (n.) entry leg into a traffic pattern. INTERDICTION – (n.) bombing of points on the enemy’s supply route in attempt to cut off their supply line.

79 INTRAMURDER – (n.) athletic competition between squadrons. JETSTREAM – (n.) a high velocity wind usually occurring just below the tropopause in temperate zones. JOCK – (n.) that individual performing superhuman feats of physical dexterity; an athlete. LIFT – (n.) the force upon an aircraft that acts in an upward direction opposing the pull of gravity. LOX (n.) Liquid Oxygen – a widely used oxidizing agent in missile and rocket fuels, also used in some aircraft oxygen systems. MACH – (n.) the speed of sound; unit of measurement of speed in relation to the local speed of sound, such as “.9 Mach or Mach 1.” MAX – (n. or adj.) the maximum: 100%; (v.) to achieve the maximum, as in to “max a quiz.” NINO BALDACCI – (n.) that individual having entered with the Class of ’59 and remaining until the present time never having been off academic probation and never having taken a privilege. He is a perpetual throwback near and dear to all cadets. OPS – (n.) abbreviation for “operations,” as in Base Ops. ORBIT – (v.) to circle. POST – (v.) an order signifying to a subordinate that their presence is no longer desired. PITCH – (n.) rotation about the lateral axis of an aircraft. PORT – (adj.) to the left of the front, or bow, of a ship. PRO – (adj.) short for “probation.” RACK – (n.) that piece of furniture in a cadet room with magical luring powers, (v.) to rack. ROLL – (n.) rotation about the horizontal axis of an aircraft. SANDBAG – (v.) to participate in a flight without performing the duties of a crew member; to go along for the ride. SCRAMBLE – (v.) to get an aircraft or missile in the air, ready for combat, in the shortest possible time; (n.) the act of scrambling. STARBOARD – (adj.) to the right of the front, or bow, of a ship. SUPER DOOLIE – (n.) one of those who are given authority without the responsibility to fulfill their mission. THRUST – (n.) a propelling force exerted on an aircraft or missile. TOWER – (n.) control tower; the level in the dining hall where wing staff eats (usually STAFF TOWER). TRUCK DRIVER – (n.) pilot of an aircraft with more than one engine. TWO – (n.) [see also POST] a command relating to the subordinate to return to whatever they were occupied with before being interrupted. VATOR – (n.) an ingenious device designed to fail when the wing returns from holidays or is in the process of moving rooms; as in “hold the ...”

80 VERTIGO – (n.) a condition in which one has the false sensation of turning or falling, usually accompanied by a loss of spatial orientation; uncertainty of the attitude of the aircraft. VISIBILITY – (n.) the maximum distance at which objects can be clearly distinguished. YAW – (n.) rotation about the vertical axis of an aircraft. ZILCH – (n.) opposite of max; nothing. ZOOMIE – (n.) that term by which a cadet is commonly known among jealous civilians.

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Team captain designated by lightning bolt over any insignia.

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Fourth-Class Third-Class Cadet Cadets

Upper Class Cap Insignia Silver Prop and Wings are worn on the flight cap after the near-completion of cadets’ fourth-class year. Cadets who are direct descendants of members of the Army Air Corps, Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASPs), or USAFA graduates who honorably served are authorized to wear the Gold Prop and Wings.

84 Air Force Rank and Insignia

Enlisted Officer

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Airman First Class Senior Airman Second Lieutenant First Lieutenant (E-3) (E-4) (O-1) (O-2)

Staff Sergeant Technical Sergeant (E-5) (E-6)

Captain Major (O-3) (O-4)

Master Sergeant First Sergeant (E-7)

Lieutenant Colonel Colonel (O-5) (O-6)

Senior Master Sergeant First Sergeant (E-8)

Brigadier General Major General (O-7) (O-8) Chief Master Sergeant First Sergeant (E-9)

Lieutenant General General Command Chief Master Chief Master (O-9) (O-10) Sergeant Sergeant of the Air Force 85 Graduation Checklist BEFORE GRADUATION It is never too early to start planning for this event! – Involve your cadet with all of your plans, from the beginning, for the time you and your group of family and friends are in Colorado Springs. Tip: Use last year’s graduation information, if the current graduation page is not yet available. The information will be fairly similar from year to year. – Book flight and lodging for Graduation Week (area hotels fill up quickly; sometimes up to a year in advance) Tip: When you book your hotel, get the rate in writing and keep it with your other travel documents. – Book a location for your post-graduation party – Order official graduation announcements and diploma frame from CB Graduation Announcements (www.cbgrad.com) – Order graduation invitations and send them as soon as possible, so your guests can make travel arrangements – Purchase a graduation gift for your cadet and a “thank you” gift for your cadet’s sponsor family Tip: Watch for the American flags flown over the Academy on the day of graduation to be available for purchase on the AOG website (shop.usafa.org).

86 – Ensure when your cadet orders graduation tickets, they add a few extra for unexpected guests. – Arrive early to commissioning to ensure you get a seat. Tip: Whoever is removing the cadet boards from your cadet’s shoulders will return them to the cadet, as they will need them the next morning for the graduation ceremony.

Graduation Day – Dress comfortably and casually! You will be outside in the direct sun most of the morning, so leave the suits and dresses for the commissioning ceremonies. Tip: Dress in layers and bring comfortable shoes for all parades and the big day. – Dehydration and altitude sickness can ruin your time in Colorado Springs, so it’s best to stay hydrated to stave off illness. – Leaving graduation is a LONG process – up to an hour – so, plan accordingly.

After Graduation Your cadet will usually get 60 days off before they go to their first duty station. If they plan to travel, especially abroad, be sure to help them plan their trip early–as soon as January. Tip: Set up international calling on their cell phone and make a list of all emergency contacts and consulates in each country they plan to visit.

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87 Prep School USAFA Preparatory School Mission To motivate, prepare, and evaluate selected can- didates in an educational, military, moral, and physical environment to perform successfully and enhance diversity at USAFA. Phone: (719) 333-7737

Your Prep’s Chain of Command • Commander-in-Chief • Commandant • Secretary of Defense • Vice Commandant • Secretary of the Air Force • Director of Operations • USAF Chief of Staff • Military Training Officer • USAFA Superintendent • Academy Military Trainer • Commander, USAFA Prep School • Your Cadet Candidate

Cadet Candidate Rank Structure Group Staff Title Rank Insignia CC C/C Lt Col 4 diamonds Director of Ops C/C Major 3 diamonds First Sergeant C/CSMSgt 4 circles Honor Officer C/C Capt 2 diamonds Stan/Eval Officer C/C Capt 2 diamonds D&C Officer C/C Capt 2 diamonds

88 Squadron Staff Title Rank Insignia CC C/C Maj 3 diamonds Director of Ops C/C Capt 2 diamonds First Sergeant C/C MSgt 3 circles Flight CC C/C 1Lt 1 diamond Element Leader C/C TSgt 2 circles Stan/Eval Officer C/C 1Lt 1 diamond D&C NCO C/C SSgt 1 diamond

CC = Commander Stan/Eval = Standards & Evaluation D&C = Drill & Ceremonies

Performance Ropes Commander’s List Gold Rope Vice Commander’s List Navy Blue/Silver Rope Dean’s List Silver Rope Military Excellence Navy Blue Athletic Excellence Black Rope Chaplain s White Rope

Acronyms/terms Commonly Used at Prep School ACQ …...... Academic Call to Quarter AFI…...... ….Air Force Instruction BMT…...... Basic Military Training CAMIS…..Cadet Administrative/Management Info System CCRI…...... Cadet Candidate Room Inspection CC…...... Commander C/C...... Cadet Candidate COC...... Chain of Command CQ...... Charge of Quarters DO...... Director of Operations FMD...... First Military Duty FSS...... Force Support Squadron HQ...... Headquarters (Building 5220) MTO...... Military Training officer PLC...... Prep School Character Department PLD...... Prep School Academic Department PLI...... Preparatory School Instruction PLT...... Prep School Military Training PT...... Physical Training PTU...... Physical Training Uniform TAPS...... End of Day/Lights Out UOD...... Uniform of the Day

89 Prep School Map Squadrons N Ac Bld Black (5216) Parade Field Dining Facility

HQ Bld (5220)

Atl Hall (5224) Gym

Milazzo

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Admissions Office...... (800) 443-9266 Chaplains and Programs...... 333-2636 Airman and Family Chemistry/DFC...... 333-2960 Readiness Flight...... 333-3444/3445 Civil and Environmental Aero Club...... 333-4423/4542 Engineering...... 333-3150 Aeronautics/DFAN...... 333-4010 Computer Science...... 333-3590 Air Academy Federal Economics and Geography.... 333-3080 Credit Union...... 593-8600 Electrical Engineering...... 333-3190 Armed Forces Bank...... 472-1090 Engineering Mechanics...... 333-2531 Association of Graduates...... 472-0300 English and Fine Arts...... 333-2019 Astronautics/DFAS...... 333-4110 Foreign Language...... 333-3820 Athletic Ticket Office & Golf Course Reservations...... 333-2606 Information Center...... (800) 666-8723 History...... 333-3230 Barber Shop Cadet Intramural Program...... 333-2766 (Sijan Hall)...... 333-4625 Language Learning Center.... 333-2103 Beauty/Barber Shop Cadet Law...... 333-3680 (Vandenberg Hall)...... 333-4563 Library...... 333-4665 Behavioral Science Management...... 333-4130 and Leadership...... 333-2514 Mathematical Science...... 333-4470 Biology/DFB...... 333-2720 Mental Health Center...... 333-5177 Cadet Book Store Outdoor Rec/Supply (Vandenberg Hall)...... 472-6100 (Vandenburg)...... 333-4602 Cadet Chapel Tourism Parents Club Liaison...... 333-3828 and Events...... 333-4515 Peak Performance Center...... 333-2107 Cadet Clinic...... 333-5180 PE Dept...... 333-2798 Cadet Command Center...... 333-2910 Philosophy...... 333-4070 Cadet Dental Clinic...... 333-5192 Physics...... 333-3510 Cadet Optometry Clinic...... 333-5189 Political Science...... 333-2270 Cadet Pay...... 333-3160 Postal Service Cadet Cadet Personnel...... 333-3244 Station...... 472-1198 Cadet Wing Media...... 333-4644 Rampart Lodge...... 472-1940 Cadet Staff Group 1...... 333-4390 Registrar’s Office...... 333-3970 Cadet Staff Group 2...... 333-4572 Law Enforcement Desk Cadet Staff Group 3...... 333-4312 (Non-Emergency)...... 333-2000 Cadet Staff Group 4...... 333-4681 Sexual Assault Hotline...... 333-7272 Cadet Scheduling...... 333-9216 Sponsor Program...... 333-2727 Cadet Transcripts...... 333-2106 USAFA Equestrian Center.... 472-8639 Chaplain’s Office...... 333-4694

92 Cadet Squadron Phone Guide

1st Group

Mighty Mach One Eagle Eight CQ: 333-4534 CQ: 333-4491 AOC: 333-4543 AOC: 333-4550

Delta Tau Deuce Viking Nine CQ: 333-4533 CQ: 333-4574 AOC: 333-4537 AOC: 333-4552

Cerberus Three CQ: 333-4640 Tiger Ten AOC: 333-4548 CQ: 333-4500 AOC: 333-4569

Fightin’ Fourth CQ: 333-4612 2nd Group AOC: 333-4541

Reb Eleven Wolfpack CQ: 333-4581 CQ: 333-4535 AOC: 333-4539 AOC: 333-4524

Dirty Dozen Raging Bull Six CQ: 333-4448 CQ: 333-4551 AOC: 333-4608 AOC: 333-4532

Shadow Seven Bulldawgs CQ: 333-4492 CQ: 333-4757 AOC: 333-4518 AOC: 333-4758

93 3rd Group

Cobras Blackjacks CQ: 333-4759 CQ: 333-4666 AOC: 333-4767 AOC: 333-4456

War Eagles Raptors CQ: 333-4669 CQ: 333-4659 AOC: 333-4668 AOC: 333-4594

Proud Chicken Barnstormers Hawks CQ: 333-4529 CQ: 333-4675 AOC: 333-4457 AOC: 333-4671

Stalag 17 Phantoms CQ: 333-4501 CQ: 333-4447 AOC: 333-4785 AOC: 333-4559

Knightriders Rock Hard Redeye CQ: 333-4777 CQ: 333-4695 AOC: 333-4768 AOC: 333-4798

Wolverines Barons CQ: 333-4741 CQ: 333-6842 AOC: 333-4751 AOC: 333-4766

Thunderbirds Tough Twenty CQ: 333-4660 Trolls AOC: 333-4424 CQ: 333-4712 AOC: 333-4702 Blackbirds CQ: 333-4748 AOC: 333-4408

94 Black Panthers Proud Pink Panthers CQ: 333-4717 AOC: 333-4488 CQ: 333-4306 AOC: 333-4476

Knights CQ: 333-4711 Hardbody Sky AOC: 333-4465 Raiders CQ: 333-0667 AOC: 333-0337

4th Group All Stars CQ: 333-0668 AOC: 333-0338 Grim Reapers CQ: 333-3050 AOC: 333-4474 Jedi Knights CQ: 333-0669 AOC: 333-0339 Roadrunners CQ: 333-3052 AOC: 333-4451 Warhawks CQ: 333-0670 AOC: 333-0340 Ratz CQ: 333-4300 AOC: 333-4604

Loose Hawgs CQ: 333-4304 AOC: 333-3444

Huge Wild Weasels CQ: 333-4311 AOC: 333-3406

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