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Schreiner Funeral Funeral services for Richard “Rick” Schreiner will be held today at the Cadet Protestant Chapel. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. in the chapel followed by the service at 11 a.m. A former Air Force member, Mr. Schreiner served as a computer specialist for the Academy registrar’s office. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Schreiner, son Jordan Schreiner, and daughters, Melissa Pino and Ashlyn Malecki. Memorials may be made to the Richard Schreiner Ent Memorial Fund.

Pearl Harbor Emotional speech sets stage for a time of reflection Sunday. Page 2 Photo by Dave Ahlschwede Incoming! Cadets practice convoy preparedness during this year’s Commandant’s Challenge. The two-day competition pitted squadron against squadron in Field Training Exercises, physical fitness, drill performance and military knowledge. It is the culmination of military readiness training for the fall semester. Cadet Squadron 23, the “Barnstormers” finished as overall outstanding squadron and Cadet Group 1 took top group honors. See story, Pages 12-13.

Top Performer Green Energy to save greenbacks Instructor honored in D.C. with Academy Spirit Staff prestigious title. Page 5 Though it is located in the semi-arid desert of Colorado, Academy officials are eyeing “Green Energy Opportunities”. “The ambitious effort involves reducing energy demand trends and evaluating and implementing alternate power technologies,” said 10th Air Base Squadron’s Russell Hume, who is spear- heading the efforts. The Air Force spends $5 billion yearly on energy, 80 percent of which supports aviation operations, and Hockey celebration is the largest energy consumer in the Falcons wax Tigers in first victory U.S. Government. over rivals in more than two Permanent Professor and Head of decades. the Academy Department of Economics Page 16 and Geosciences Col. Rich Fullerton said, “Oil price shocks, like the post- Katrina spike to $147 per barrel, have

INSIDE been the leading cause of economic reces- Photo by Mike Kaplan Commentary 2 sions in the U.S. over the last four decades. Cadet 1st Class Robert Barlow tests a biofuel sample in the Department of News 3 In the future, an increase in the frequency Chemistry labs. Features 12 and amplitude of oil price shocks trig- ative for the development of alternative 2015, known as ‘Net Zero,’” said Mr. Sports 16 gered by resource wars and market forces energy technologies.” Hume. Renewable energy is electricity, Community 19 could have an even more ruinous effect “These factors have prompted a goal heat or other power generated from Classifieds 20 on our nation’s economy and the world. for renewable energy to provide 100 natural sources, such as the sun, wind, These factors have created a new imper- percent of Academy electric needs by See GREEN, Page 4 2 December 5, 2008 Pearl Harbor launched “Greatest Generation” Editor’s note: The date: Dec. 7th, 1941. Oahu. Strikes were directed at aircraft and, in turn, received the To responsibly inform and educate the The time: 7:55 a.m. The first assault wave Kaneohe, Bellows, Schofield, Wheeler, Distinguished Service Cross. At Ewa Academy community and the public of Japanese fighter planes attacked the U.S. Ewa, and Hickam, but the enemy’s Marine Corps Air Station, Marines about the Air Force Academy Lt. Gen. John Regni — Naval Base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The main objective was the Pacific Fleet, dragged damaged, but unburned, Academy Superintendent attack on that beautiful Sunday morning especially the eight battleships moored planes off the runway and mounted Lt. Col. Brett Ashworth — took America completely by surprise. The here along battleship row. machine guns on them to fire at Director of Public Affairs following day, President Franklin D. Before five minutes had passed, a attacking aircraft. Ken Carter — Editor Roosevelt referred to Dec. 7th as a “day direct hit exploded the Arizona’s Here at Pearl Harbor, several thou- [email protected] Butch Wehry — Senior Staff Writer which will live in infamy.” The events of that forward powder magazine. Hundreds sand sailors from the bombed and [email protected] day spawned the rise of the “Greatest of men were cut down in a single flash. sinking battleships, many covered with Ann Patton — Staff Writer Generation” and spurred America and its On the bridge, Rear Admiral Isaac C. oil and swimming through burning [email protected] allies to victory in WWII. It is important Kidd and Capt. Franklin Van waters, struggled to reach Ford Island. Denise Navoy — Graphic Designer that we all reflect on the anniversary of that Valkenburg were instantly killed. The As the wounded and smoldering The Academy Spirit is published by Colorado tragic day this Sunday. Admiral William Arizona went down with more than Nevada limped past the blazing Springs Military Newspaper Group, a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive J. Crowe, Jr., delivered the following speech 1,100 men trapped in her hull. Several Arizona, a sailor saw three survivors written contract with the U.S. Air Force Academy. This at the Arizona Memorial on Dec. 7th, hundred yards to the south, five torpe- swimming nearby and tossed them a civilian enterprise Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. military services. 1984. Senator Daniel Inouye entered it does struck the Oklahoma’s port side, line. They climbed aboard and helped Contents of the Academy Spirit are not necessarily the into the Congressional Record. Then-Major she rolled over until her masts hit man Nevada’s guns. Heat from the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. government, the Department of Defense or the Department of the Richard S. Rauschkolb was Admiral Crowe’s bottom. Four hundred and fifteen men burning battleship was so intense that Air Force. deputy military assistant and speech writer were entombed below decks. Heavy Nevada’s gunners had to cover their The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute at the time and wrote this moving tribute. bombs and torpedoes ripped the shells with their bodies to keep them endorsement by the Department of Defense, the Colonel, USAF (Ret) Rauschkolb is battleship West Virginia, which settled from exploding. Department of the Air Force, or Colorado Springs Military Newspaper Group, of the products or services presently teaching in the Academy’s English to the bottom, her superstructure At Wheeler, six pilots, after advertised. Everything advertised in this publication Department. awash in the oil-shrouded water. harrowing takeoffs under fire, shot shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national ori- When a large fire raged out of control, down twelve enemy aircraft. A young gin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political The speech: she was abandoned as was the lieutenant named Sterling, who was affiliation or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. The printer reserves the right to reject I am deeply honored to address you California. told not to fly because of his inexperi- any advertisements. on this historic occasion. It is certainly On the New Orleans, Chaplain ence, jumped into a P-36 when the Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the U.S. Air Force Academy Directorate of Public fitting and proper that we gather here Howell Forgy did his best to encourage scheduled pilot left his aircraft to get a Affairs. The editor reserves the right to edit articles at the Arizona Memorial to recall the men who were laboring below decks parachute. As he revved his engines, he to conform to Air Force policy and Associated Press style. All photos are U.S. Air Force photos unless other- tragic events and the significance of without lights, passing ammunition handed his watch to the crew chief wise indicated. that day, 7 December 1941. from magazines to the guns. In the saying, “Send this to my Mom, I won’t Submissions As I rode the barge across this process, he coined a phrase that was to be back.” Sterling’s plane was last seen Send submissions to: HQ USAFA/PAI, 2304 Cadet morning, I’m sure my thoughts were be memorialized in song and become spiraling into the ocean. Drive, Suite 3100, U.S. Air Force Academy, CO 80840- similar to yours. I tried to imagine famous as a World War II battle cry: We are gathered to honor these 5016 or deliver to Suite 3100 in Harmon Hall. what this harbor was like on that fateful “Praise the Lord and Pass the heroic deeds and thousands more like Deadline for free classified ads on a space-avail- able basis is noon every Tuesday for that week’s pub- Sunday forty-three years ago. Ammunition.” them. Thirteen Navy men earned the lication date. Paid classified advertising is accepted by All accounts indicate it was a beau- The Nevada, shaken by explosions, Congressional Medal of Honor that the publisher at 329-5236. The number to call for dis- play advertising is 634-5905. tiful morning – so typical of this island attempted to clear the harbor. The day. Sixty Navy Crosses, 65 Silver Stars, Deadline for all stories is noon Friday, one week paradise. The sun was warm, the clouds Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Tennessee and four Distinguished Service Crosses prior to the desired publication date. Refer questions to the Academy Spirit editor at 333-8823. were high, and there was a slight were also hit and fought to stave off the were awarded for gallantry. But, in a The Academy Spirit also accepts story submis- breeze. Ninety-six ships of our Pacific destruction which engulfed their sister very real sense, every Sailor, Soldier, sions by fax at 333-4094 or by e-mail: pa.news paper@ usafa.af.mil. Fleet were inside the harbor, or ships. On the other side of Ford Island, Marine, Airman, and civilian who patrolling just outside the entrance. the target ship Utah, blazing from answered the call to duty on that day Action Line is a direct link to On the Arizona, Coxswain James several bomb hits, slipped beneath the was a hero. This hallowed Memorial USAFA's senior leadership. It Forbis had a working party on the surface and disappeared. and the name “Arizona” stand as a should be used when other avenues fantail, rigging the ship for church All told, 18 ships were either sunk silent tribute to their actions and sacri- have failed. Concerns should be services. Fleet Chaplain William A. or damaged and most of the Oahu fices. The more than 2,200 Americans addressed at the lowest possible Maguire commented to his assistant based Army and Navy aircraft were who gave their lives on 7 December level in the chain of command and that this was a day for the tourists. destroyed or badly crippled. serve as a reminder for future genera- elevated as necessary. If satisfacto- Men on duty seemed to agree. On Tales of heroism and tragedy on tions that freedom is not free – but ry results have not been attained by ship after ship they were eating break- that day are legend. At Hickam, demands recurring payments of addressing the chain of command, fast, getting ready to go ashore to Airmen had to shoot off the locks to courage, dedication, and service. call the Action Line at 333-3900 or attend church services – others were their aircraft and load bombs by hand While it is appropriate for us to fax 333-4094 or mail to: looking forward to a day of swimming while being strafed. One soldier set up pause on this anniversary to relive the at Waikiki, while some planned to go to a machine gun in a parked bomber and acts of heroism and mourn the men Directorate of Public Affairs stores downtown – there were only 18 kept firing until flames engulfed the who lost their lives here, I believe 7 ACTION LINE shopping days left to Christmas. plane. December 1941 should also be remem- 2304 Cadet Drive, Suite 3100 The calm and serenity of that quiet Second Lieutenants George Welch bered in a broader context. The Pearl USAF Academy, CO 80840-5016 Sabbath was shattered at 0755 as some and Ken Taylor jumped in a car and Harbor attack marked an important 360 Japanese carrier-based bombers, rushed to Haliewa Auxiliary Field turning point in world history. Items may also be e-mailed to dive bombers, and fighters in a two- where they managed to get their P-40’s In a symbolic sense, as this noble [email protected]. wave attack, struck targets throughout into the air. They each shot down four See PEARL, Page 15 How is the economy affecting your holiday plans? “I try to save throughout the year “We will be staying home for the “I plan to be very frugal. I have to “I’m watching food prices more so I don’t have to worry when it holidays. Five plane tickets is support a disabled daughter with closely, spending more time cutting comes time for Christmas shop- getting too expensive.” two teenagers, so I am not trav- coupons, concentrating on other ping. I haven’t given a whole lot of eling.” family members’ gifts before per- thought to what I will lose in terms sonal needs or wants. ” of buying power, but I hopefully can still take care of everyone on my list.” Maj. Mike Drowley Capt. Courtney Cadet 2nd Class Air Officer Mrs. Geneviere Olson James Walker Commanding, Cadet Rooney Cadet Wing Training Cadet Squadron 20 Squadron 15 Army spouse December 5, 2008 3 Conference focus: local military health care By Tech. Sgt. Christopher DeWitt focus of this meeting on mental health Academy Public Affairs needs in the community, to include DoD beneficiaries,” Colonel Berg commented. Senior medical officials from local “Sharing the current and future projections military treatment facilities met with of need, especially with the growth of the community health professionals during Army at Fort Carson, will be instrumental a conference held at Fort Carson Nov. 18 in overall mental healthcare growth in as part of an on-going effort to provide the this town.” best care possible to military personnel and Members from various community their families. hospitals and treatment facilities shared The conference gave military members their capabilities with the military repre- an opportunity to share their ever-changing sentatives focusing on specialty areas the requirements with local medical leaders military can’t provide as easily. while civilian facilities were able to share “We want to move on to where we can their current and future capabilities. partner and fill the gaps for what the mili- Photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher DeWitt Col. Alan Berg, 10th Medical Group Jameson Smith explains the current and future capabilities of Penrose-St. tary can and can’t provide,” said Jameson commander, serving as conference moder- Francis Health Services to local military treatment facility commanders dur- Smith, Penrose-St. Francis presenter. “We ator and Air Force Academy presenter, ing the one-day Strategic Medical Planning Conference held at Ft. Carson are very involved with the traumatic brain stressed the importance of the two commu- Nov. 18. Community health professionals and military members have met injury program. nities assembling. annually for the past four years to try and provide the best healthcare pos- “We have a 26 bed, in-patient behav- “We are coming together to meet each sible to the Colorado Springs military community. ioral health unit and out-patient services other, be each other’s partners, and help about 35K now and we think it will grow Colonel Berg said. “It’s been a real chal- that serve a lot of that need. Those are areas each other out where possible,” said Colonel to around 70K.” lenge because of the transition, but the we can definitely work together on.” Berg. “Getting together to share informa- “Right now we still have enrollment silver lining is the network that supports Colonel Berg stressed the importance tion on our missions, growth and other availability at (each) for all our categories us in the community. of this conference and the need to continue changes, allows all of us to have a shared and beneficiaries,” Colonel Wolgast added, “The three military treatment facili- with more. vision of healthcare needs in the Colorado including that off-post clinic options have ties in Colorado Springs could not meet “With military turnover (and a lot of Springs area.” allowed them keep their enrollment as the needs of our patients without the help civilian turnover in the past year), estab- Changes in the local military structure open as possible. of our TRICARE network partners in the lishing these liaisons helps ensure that we are most evident at Fort Carson where Other major changes affecting mili- civilian healthcare sector and the Veterans three (treatment facility commanders) they stand to add 13,000 more soldiers in tary treatment facilities include the tran- Administration medical facilities,” the can get the civilian support to care for our the near future. sition of the Air Force Academy Hospital colonel added. beneficiaries,” the colonel said. “These “We’re effectively going to double the into an acute care clinic. Mental health was one of the main will occur annually from now on and I look size of Fort Carson in the next five years,” “We are going to be inspected … the topics discussed by both military and forward to other opportunities to work said Army Col. Kelly Wolgast, Evans Army last week in January and, at that point ,we civilian physicians. with my healthcare colleagues, both within Community Hospital commander. “There’s will officially declare ourselves a clinic,” “The best take-away for me was the DoD, the VA, and civilian,” he added. 4 December 5, 2008 Academy salutes ATOs with ceremony By Steven A. Simon completed in roughly fill this role. These they learned how to be cadets. Members Class of 1977 eight months. Both officers, called Air of the Class of 1976 put the ATOs the opening of the Training Officers, or through a complete Basic Cadet Training, Most Air Force Academy aficionados Academy and the ATOs, were chosen to include the Jacks Valley field camp. know the date President Dwight inclusion of women from among the very They also received training in navigation, Eisenhower authorized the establish- required extensive best members of the survival, and Airmanship. The ATOs ment of the Air Force Academy: April planning (which, of officer corps. also learned about the Honor Code and 1, 1954, also known as Founders Day. course, began months After today, the other Academy traditions. After this Far fewer people, however, can iden- if not years before the contributions of both intensive training, they were ready to tify perhaps the second most significant actual signing of the groups of ATOs will be surrogate upper-class cadets to the 157 date in Academy history, when President legislation). Both tran- be memorialized at the women who entered the Academy on Gerald Ford opened the service acade- sitions captured the Air Force Academy. June 26, 1976, as proud members of the mies to female cadets. For the record, attention of the The male ATOs who Class of 1980. President Ford signed Public Law 94-106 national media. And served in the 1950s are The ATOs remained at the Academy on Oct. 7, 1975. both took place remembered with a for the next year, until the Class of ’80 had There are, in fact, many similarities remarkably smoothly. window in Doolittle Hall and a plaque finished its Doolie (freshman) year and between the events generated by those There was another huge similarity outside of Arnold Hall. The “catch-up” for the females could assume the positions two pieces of legislation. Both were between the opening of the Academy the female ATOs occurs today when offi- of upper-class leaders and role models for enacted quickly: like the short 15-month and the opening of the Academy to cials from the Class of 1980, the Academy, future incoming female cadets. transition between the 1954 establish- women. In both cases, there were no and the female ATOs themselves dedicate The Dedication in Doolittle Hall ment of the Academy and the opening upper-class cadets to serve as trainers and two displays. will take place at 9 a.m., to be followed of the doors to the Class of 1959 the role models for the incoming cadets. The 12 female ATOs, all lieutenants by a short ceremony in Arnold Hall at incorporation of women into the Cadet The solution in both instances was the at the time, began serving at the Academy 10:45 a.m. The public is invited to both Wing with the Class of 1980 was same: bring in select junior officers to in early 1976. For the next five months, events. Green From Page 1 that are strikingly beautiful, but not very energy effi- a zero carbon footprint for the Academy,” Mr. Hume cient,” said Chief Scientist and Director of Research for said. tides, and the heat trapped inside the Earth, all of the Dean of Faculty Col. Rob Fredell. “Although it’s easier Much more work remains in the future. Academy which are naturally recharged. About 7 percent of U.S to ‘build green’ with new construction, great opportu- efforts are destined to influence world energy trends energy consumption is renewable, and most of that nities exist to retrofit improved energy efficiency into far beyond the installation. comes from hydroelectric and the burning of wood. our existing Academy buildings.” A growing energy research effort will tap Academy A Congressional act calls for a 30-percent reduc- Last year, the Academy electrical energy bill was expertise in aeronautics (for example, by designing tion in energy consumption by 2015, and a 100 percent about $6 million. The superintendent’s goal is to winglets for drag reduction on the KC-135 aerial tanker), reduction in fossil fuel (coal, oil, natural gas) generated generate as much electricity on site as the Academy chemistry (hydrogen fuels and advanced lithium energy by 2030. consumes by 2015, from renewable sources. batteries for electric vehicles), biology (turning algae Academy planners expect to achieve a 30-percent “We’re looking at potential renewable sources like into jet fuel), and civil engineering (developing more drop in energy consumption by implementing an solar and hydro power,” Mr. Hume said. “There is efficient building designs that use less energy). aggressive conservation program and the planned possible use of refuse, wood waste, geothermal ground Colonel Fredell noted, “The Academy is uniquely reduction in base housing units. Among driving forces source and decentralizing hot water heating to remote positioned to set a green example for the world—we’ve at the Academy are the reduction of 780 housing units areas like to the community center from the heat got the ideal combination of research capability, alter- by 2013, with the remaining 427 new dwellings expected plant.” native energy sources, and a desire to improve our to be more energy efficient. “A 2025 dream is for 100 percent energy offset by mountain environment. Net Zero is only the begin- “Our 1950s architecture has resulted in buildings renewables, including transportation fuels, resulting in ning.”

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By Ann Patton protects are, and should be, grateful.” Academy Spirit staff Former students and Academy graduates praised Doctor Carlisle’s helpfulness, knowledge and teaching Dr. Martin Carlisle had a yen to be a teacher since ability. his senior year at the University of Delaware. “I was amazed at the wealth of knowledge at his “I wanted to have an impact on people’s lives,” he said. disposal,” said 2nd Lt. Michael Tanner, Class of 2008 “My heart is really helping them learn.” and now a graduate student at the Air Force Institute For his dedication, knowledge and caring, the professor of Technology. “He was able to clearly explain and head of the Academy’s Computer Science Department complex and abstract concepts in computer science, has been named Colorado Professor of the Year from mathematics, electrical engineering or even my the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. ‘fuzzy’ English and history courses.” He received the award in Washington D. C. Nov. 20. First Lieuteant Christopher Perr, Class of 2005 “It’s great former students and colleagues wrote letters and with Air Force Space Command at Minot Air supporting me,” Doctor Carlisle said. “I hope that means Force Base, N. D., appreciated Doctor Carlisle’s will- I’m making a difference.” ingness to help any cadet who asked. The 12-year faculty member holds a B.S. from the “He was always there for any help you needed. University of Delaware and M.S. and Ph. D. degrees in It didn’t matter what class you were in, if he were computer science from Princeton University. teaching it or not, or even if it was a comp sci class Among his accomplishments at the Academy was or not,” he said. “Just asking him for help would development of RAPTOR, a visual programming envi- instantly start him into a series of questions leading ronment for teaching introductory algorithmic thinking to a discovery.” Photo by Ann Patton used by cadets and at other universities worldwide, and Doctor Carlisle, “Marty” to his friends, said Academy Computer Sciences Department Head Dr. AdaGIDE, a programming environment used in univer- cadets will need to learn to deal with hot topics in Martin Carlisle, named 2008 Colorado Professor of the sities and corporations worldwide. the active-duty Air Force, including defending Year by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement His other recent awards include the Arthur S. Fleming networks, computers with multiple processors and of Teaching, keeps his door open to cadets needing Award for government service, the Air Force Civilian their inherent software issues, the creation of ad help. Achievement Medal and the Malham M. Wakin Character hoc networks and enabling computers to recognize “They need to know, ‘How do I pick and choose Development Award. items on their own. information, what is good, what is bad?,” Doctor Carlisle The Carnegie selection committee received stellar Cadets will also need to prepare for future challenges. said. recommendations from colleagues and students alike. “As a society and as cadets, we are increasingly in a Yet another issue cadets will encounter is decisions “Fortunately for the Academy, Marty continues to stay networked world,” he said. Cadets need to wrestle with regarding proportional responses to network attacks. with us, because he is a selfless, dedicated individual who the management of personal information available. He was attracted to teaching at the Academy for its is passionate about teaching and is passionate about “It goes further than what they expect,” he said. emphasis on teaching being the primary mission. He teaching here,” wrote Dr. Barry Fagin, computer science Another future technical challenge is developing plans to stay here. professor. “For that, the Air Force and the country it methods to process all the available information. “I wouldn’t do anything else,” he said.

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By Col. Tom Drohan and Dr. Dorri Karolick Strategic Studies courses and the Respect and Service to the Nation Outcome Team Co-Leads Responsibility discussion group facilitated by the Center for Character Development. The idea of Service to the Nation is fundamental Second class cadets — Ops Air Force and the to a service academy and is a responsibility that goes Leaders in Flight Today, (LIFT) program. to the heart of the unique role as a four-year military First class cadets – Ops Air Force, core Military leadership institution. For this reason alone, Service Strategic Studies class, and the Academy Character to the Nation is treated as a duty and obligation to be Enrichment, (ACES) seminar. deliberately developed as a learning outcome, rather In addition to these events, certain squadron than a trait to be taken for granted. activities and cadets’ military performance are assessed In the Air Force Academy’s high paced tempo of reason through their commitment to principles, as indicators of Service to the Nation. military, academic, athletic, and character programs, demonstrated through their actions. Loyalty takes an Each of these programs mentors cadets in developing any particular outcome to its full poten- ability to discern and justify decisions that best serve exploring what Service to the Nation means to them, tial takes organization and focus. the nation. as well as what would is expected at the Academy. Some Enter the Service to the Nation Outcome Team, • Being Prepared to Risk One’s Life — an ulti- of these programs are run in the summer, others made up of 10 faculty members and planners who mate responsibility and potential sacrifice that implies occur periodically throughout the semester, and the represent core programs and courses that every cadet an act of judgment. Learning to accept risk requires rest happen each and every day. experiences. Each member of the team is committed a willingness to take appropriate risks. This is sought Cadets quickly began to identify the value and to helping build cadet judgment to serve the nation by presenting cadets with various problems that distinction of Service to the Nation. responsibly. require thinking about life-altering risks. Being “My visit home brought on a sense of pride for First, the team had to agree on what Service to the Prepared to Risk One’s Life takes a commitment to the country I serve,” said a fourth class cadet in the Nation is and how it could become “real” to cadets. national service and the professional role of a mili- First Year Experience class journal. After considerable debate and discussion, the team tary officer. “Though I’m not serving yet, I am connected to focused on duties and obligations to national values • Sense of Duty — a mindset that enables an the Air Force in a unique way and have committed or interests. As such, the team decided to facilitate individual to embrace all three preceding aspects of myself to defending my country. I understood that active learning where cadets make the connections for Service to the Nation. Lifelong service is demon- principle before entering the Academy, but had never themselves by exploring questions such as: “what strated through intent and performance. Cadets are truly comprehended the magnitude of such devo- duties are binding, and under what circumstances?” challenged with daily opportunities to fulfill profes- tion. I was undergoing an experience that very few “Are there hierarchies of service obligations, such as sional obligations to individuals, teams, units, and other people have ever felt, and it instilled a sense of pride the Oath to the Constitution?” or, “How do general groups that comprise our institution and Air Force. for the hardships I was enduring.” principles of service apply to situations that present After defining this outcome, the team arranged Another fourth class cadet wrote, “I don’t think us with competing demands?” several key programs through all four years of the cadet I ever fully comprehended what it truly means to be Next, the team developed four aspects of Service experience. The purpose is to assess cadet learning and a part of something bigger than myself. After gaining to the Nation to assess. improve programs that help cadets develop this an increased understanding of the military and what • Selflessness — personal service to advance the outcome. a calling it is, I now have such respect for those who nation. This involves contentious debates in our So what are these Service to the Nation-related fight on the front lines and those who truly demon- democracy. Understanding the greater good is a programs and what’s happening in them? Cadets are strate Service Before Self.” process of asking questions, not feeding answers. involved in a dizzying array of activities, many of Overall, the team is committed to the notion that Learning selflessness explores a presumptive virtue of which involve service, so the following sequence was Service to the Nation is a vital learning outcome for national service — what is good for the nation is selected as a representative slice for assessment. military officers, particularly in today’s complex oper- good for the officer. Selflessness takes moral courage Fourth class cadets — the First Year Experience ational environment. By presenting cadets with tough and thoughtful subordination. class and the Center for Character Development’s questions, challenging situations and demanding • Loyalty — requires going beyond blind obedi- VECTOR (Vital Effective Character through scenarios, we strive to assist cadets in thinking for ence to a given authority. 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By Ann Patton Colo., received royal treatment in visits all Academy Spirit staff around the Academy, including the air- traffic-control tower and hanger, the airfield A late autumn snowfall failed to where Dominic checked out his name on dampen the visit of the Academy’s latest the side of a glider and the 98th Flying Cadet for a Day. It merely postponed a Training Squadron for a harness demo morning sortie from the Aero Club. and tour. After noon-meal formation and Dominic Romito, 7, was the youngest lunch on the staff tower with cadets, Cadet for a Day in the Academy’s history. Dominic and family enjoyed demonstra- He performed his “duties” Nov. 13-15 tions from 10th Security Forces working Cadet for a Day Dominic Romito, 7, took in cadet life with smiles and through the cooperation of the Cadet Wing dog handlers and visits to the falconry gusto during his time on the and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which mews and flight simulators. Academy Nov. 13-15. He enjoyed a sortie, compliments of the Aero Club grants wishes of children with life-threat- Members of Cadet Squadron 29, who and visits to the 98th and 94th Flying Training Squadrons, among other ening medical conditions to give them sponsored Dominic’s visit, honored him experiences. Cadet Squadron 29 pre- hope, strength and joy. with his prop and wings and the tradi- sented him with his prop and wings It was a family weekend as Dominic’s and honored him as Cadet Wing drill tional Cadet for a Day handprint on the leader for noon meal formation. Photos by Rachel Boettcher parents, Jamie and Richard and his brothers: squadron wall. Nick, 15; and, Colin, 2; shared in the fun. “He’s having a blast,” Mrs. Romito said Activities began with pizza the first of her son, who loves video games and night and ended on game day with break- football. fast with the Falcons, the Falcon Walk, a He shares family time with his brother tailgating party and prime seats in Falcon Nick. Stadium as the Falcons battled Brigham “We’re really close,” Nick said. “It’s nice Young University. to get together and do something.” Low visibility and snow showers nixed The student at Frederick High School the planned Friday-morning flight, but might himself become a cadet. firefighters from Academy Fire Station 3, “I’ve thought about it,” he said. “It’s cool that they do all this,” he said for three years. She will host her last two next door to the Aero Club, came to the Cadet 2nd Class Nicole Mancos, CS- of the activities and added as a cadet even in the spring before graduation. rescue. They treated Dominic, who has 29, considered hosting a Make-A-Wish he has never visited the top of the airfield “It’s a great program at the Academy,” muscular dystrophy, and his brothers to a youngster a great opportunity for the tower, a fire station or powered flight at the she said. “I’ve been lucky to be a part of it.” thorough tour of a fire truck, where they squadron to give back. Aero Club. True to its character, weather on the sounded horns and alarms, and a demon- “Our squadron is like a family, and “This would have been the highlight Front Range cleared just in time for stration of speed as firefighters beat their it’s great to have him be with us,” she said. of my childhood,” he said. Dominic’s complimentary flight in a own record for gearing up for a call. For Cadet 2nd Class Tony Hill, the Cadet 1st Class Christie Wise has been Cessna, one of the most popular experi- The Romito family, from Firestone, weekend was also a real treat. on the team hosting Make-A-Wish children ences for all Cadets for a Day.

 

 

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WASHINGTON (AFNS) — Verne elect during the transition. briefly as the state’s director of general Orr, the fourteenth secretary of the Air Secretary Orr was born in 1916 in services, and in January 1970 he began a Force, died Nov. 27 at age 92 in his home Des Moines, Iowa. He grew up in the five-year term as California’s director of in Pasadena, Calif. He served under Midwest and moved to California with finance. President Ronald Reagan from 1981 to his family about the time he entered high Secretary Orr’s civic activities 1985. school. He graduated from Pomona included president of the Pasadena Former Secretary of the Air Force College in California with a bachelor of Merchants Association, president of the Verne Orr was a leader and a profes- arts degree in 1937 and earned his master’s Kiwanis Club of Pasadena, president of sional committed to the U.S. Air Force and degree in business administration from the Family Services Association of our nation during a crucial period of Stanford University Graduate School of Pasadena, president of the United Way of change,” said current Secretary of the Air Business in 1939. Los Angeles County and foreman of the Force Michael Donley. “Although he He served as an ensign in the supply Los Angeles County Grand Jury. served during a time of increased defense corps of the U.S. Naval Reserve from California Governor Jerry Brown named Air Force Photo Former Secretary of the Air Force spending and modernization, he will be 1942 to 1951. During World War II, he him a regent of the University of Verne Orr died Nov. 27 at age 92 in his remembered most for his deep commit- served in both the American and Pacific California in 1977. home in Pasadena, Calif. Secretary ment to our Airmen and their families. theaters of operations. He was released He was honored as Phi Beta Kappa, Verne Orr served under President Our thoughts and prayers go out to his from active duty as a lieutenant in Salvation Army Man of the Year in Ronald Reagan from 1981 to 1985. family and friends as they mourn the November 1945, and was honorably Pasadena for 1970, and was an honorary Force spouse award named for his first loss of their loved one.” discharged from the Naval Reserve as a member of the Pasadena Chamber of wife, Joan Orr, which recognizes spouses Before becoming secretary of the Air lieutenant commander in 1951. Commerce, Pasadena Kiwanis Club, who have made significant contributions Force, he taught government finance Following his military service, Pasadena Rotary Club and Pasadena to the Air Force. She died in 1988. courses at the University of Southern Secretary Orr held positions in both the University Club. Secretary Orr leaves behind his wife California Graduate School of Public civilian and government sectors. He An annual Air Force award is named Sarah Smith Orr, two children, two Administration from 1975 to 1980. He served as president of Investors Savings for Secretary Orr that recognizes an stepchildren and two grandchildren. A later served on the Reagan Presidential and Loan in Pasadena, and director of active-duty or Reserve Air Force unit memorial service for Secretary Orr will Campaign Committee and was deputy motor vehicles in California under then- that makes the most effective use of its be held at 1 p.m. Sunday at the First director of the office of the president- Governor Ronald Reagan. He also served human resources. There also is an Air United Methodist Church in Pasadena.

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dorms, to the Terrazzo and Academy roadways. Photo by Mike Kaplan Field training exercises tested cadets in land navi- UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters provided transport for cadets to and from Jacks Valley. gation, convoy procedures, improvised explosive device detection, chemical gear employment, self-aid buddy care, combat arms and individual movement procedures, which required cadets, once “killed,” to sit upright and remove their helmets. “Air Force Academy” events included airfield chal- lenges for “closest to the mark” events and testing, with physical demands, of the cadets’ Airmanship and Photo by Dave Ahlschwede Comm’s Challenge participants look for cover while under-fire. exposure to aerial events. Evaluation events emphasized attention to detail, leadership and team building. They included drill and ceremony exercises, room inspections, knowledge By Ann Patton competitions for the Falcon Feud, plus Alaska shelter Academy Spirit staff tent building. Cadets proved their knowledge of basic war fighting skills during the Expeditionary Airmen’s Eager for Thanksgiving break, cadets nonetheless Knowledge Test. forged ahead for the main test of their military skills If all of the above weren’t enough, cadets proved and knowledge this semester—Commandant’s their fitness during bicycling, swimming and obstacle Challenge. course challenges. “Operationally, the Cadet Wing stepped up and Cadet 4th Class Richard Noble, Pittsburgh resi- beyond our expectations,” said Cadet 1st Class Jacob dent and member of CS-27, was unsure about what to Schonig, Cadet Wing Commander. “The pride was expect from Commandant’s Challenge but credited his unparalleled.” squad mates for helping him through it. The cadet-led event Nov. 23-25 measured readi- “They were really nice and really cool,” he said. “I ness physical fitness, leadership, military knowledge expected it to be worse.” and field capabilities. Fellow Cadet 4th Classman Anthony Trevino, CS- Photo by Mike Kaplan The obstacle course challenged strength, determination and the will to win during Comm’s “It is truly a pleasure to take something which, 20, felt his squadron performed well in land naviga- Challenge. Photo by Dave Ahlschwede hopefully, influences 4,400 young men and women tion. Pre-Academy training helped him personally Getting “wounded” to safety for timely treatment is critical in a combat situation. who are about to enter harm’s way and provide them during the rifle manual challenge. experiences, skills and knowledge that one day may He found it hard to single out a hardest event. save their lives, or more importantly, those lives of “It was all demanding but nothing we couldn’t do,” their subordinates,” said Project Officer Maj. James he said. Thompson. Cadet 4th Class John Walitsch, CS-12, did lots of Commandant of Cadets Brig. Gen. Samuel Cox cycling before coming to the Academy from his home praised the Wing for its performance, saying there in San Jose, Calif. was a “huge difference” from last year. He noted the “It was tough but fun,” he said of the bike competi- new use of the 9mm handgun and a “vast improve- tion. ment” in operational readiness exercises. Cadet 2nd Class Matt Weakley, CS-10, was singled “I’m happy with the results and happy with the out as an outstanding contributor to Commandant’s Cadet Wing,” he told the cadets assembled in Clune Challenge. Arena for the out-brief. “None of you are ordinary “I had a great time,” the aeronautical engineering people. None of you are average.” major said. “I thought some things were more real this He also praised their determination and plan- year. It prepares us for what we will be experiencing in ning, citing former U.S. Secretary of State Colin the real world.” Powell who said success only comes through prepa- It was also a “pretty cool exercise” for him person- ration and hard work. ally, especially the land navigation portion involving, Cadet Squadron 23, the “Barnstormers,” captured “tromping in the woods and finding out where we’re double top prizes. The squadron, under the supposed to go.” command of Cadet 1st Class Mike Maziarz, finished After all the exercises and after the awards and first in performance for Cadet Group 3 and as best speeches, cadets focused on one thing: Thanksgiving overall squadron. break. Cadet Squadron 06, the “Bull 6,” commanded by “I want to relax, hang out with family, and eat lots Photo by Mike Kaplan Cadet 1st Class Marie Barrett, finished first in of food,” Cadet Walitsch said. Photo by Dave Ahlschwede Master Sgt. Dawn Fay saw to it dorm rooms underwent close scrutiny during inspections in Testing of cadets’ land navigational skills was critically overseen by cadre members. performance for Cadet Group 1. Cadet Squadron 11, “I’m just ready to go home,” said Cadet Noble. Cadet Squadron 22. 14 December 5, 2008 Air Force Aid Society offers grants Education dollars available greater value to Air Force families. education cost factors, and is administered by ACT The centerpiece of the education initiatives is the Recognition Program Services. ACT, located in Iowa to help children, spouses General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program City Iowa, is an independent, not-for-profit organi- which provides $2,000 grants to selected sons and zation with over 45 years experience in providing of military members daughters of active duty, Title 10 AGR/Reserve, support services to scholarship sponsors. Title 32 AGR performing full-time active duty, r Awards for the 2009-2010 academic year will be Furthering education is just one way a commu- etired, retired reserve and deceased Air Force announced in June 2009. Use of funds is limited to nity strengthens itself from within. The Air Force members; spouses (stateside) of active duty members tuition, books, fees, or other curriculum-required Academy community stands to get even stronger with and Title 10 AGR/Reservists; and surviving spouses materials. an opportunity for students here who are seeking of deceased personnel for their undergraduate Applications and instructions are available at financial assistance toward meeting their educational studies. The value and success of this program, is www.afas.org, under Education and Arnold Ed Grants. goals. demonstrated in the 85,287 grants disbursed since the Applications will be accepted for processing from Since its inception in 1942, the Air Force Aid first awards were made for the 1988-1989 academic through the application deadline of March 6, 2009. Society has been committed to helping Air Force year. For questions regarding the preliminary applica- members and their families realize their academic This grant program remains competitive in its tion or processing procedures, call the Air Force Aid goals. In recent years, the society’s emphasis has been need-based selection criteria, uniquely tailored to Society at 1(800)429-9475, or (703)607-3072, or DSN on direct funding of new initiatives that provide recognize the proper weighing of family income and 327-3072. Armed Services YMCA sets art, essay contests

Armed Services YMCA has launched the annual personnel grades 12 and below. The essay can 20, 2009, and all entries must be postmarked by then. art and essay contests for children of active duty and focus on any person who is/has served in the U.S. mili- One $500 first-place and one $100 second-place bond retired military personnel and Department of Defense tary. Children in kindergarten through eighth grade will be awarded in each grade category 1-2, 3-4, civilians. should submit entries from 100 to 300 words. 5-6, 7-8. Students in two high school categories, 9-10 This year’s themes are “My Military Family” for High school students’ entries should from 300 to 500 and 11-12, will be awarded $1,000 bonds for first the art contest and “My Military Hero” for the essay words. place, and $200 bonds for second place. In addition, contest. Deadline for entering the art contest is Feb. 20, there are two $100 bonds for essays of honorable Eligible participants include dependents of active- 2009, and all entries must be postmarked by then. The mention. duty military or retired from the Army, Navy, Marines, Armed Services YMCA will award six U.S. Savings E-mail essay entries to: [email protected]. Air Force, Coast Guard or National Guard/ Reserves, Bonds of $500 for first-place entries, and $100 bonds For entry forms and/or additional information, in kindergarten through sixth grades. for second place. The top military entries will be visit the Armed Services YMCA Web site at For the essay contest, eligible participants include used on the 2008 Military Family Month poster. www.asymca.org, or call (703) 313-9600, extension 10 dependents of active duty or Reserve/Guard military Deadline for entering the essay contest is March or e-mail: [email protected]

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While skating four on four, Flynn Arena Nov. 28. took a shot from the point that was wide Prior to the Falcons’ loss in Denver of the net and redirected by Frider at the Saturday, they were the only undefeated left dot. Scott Mathis also assisted on the and untied team in the nation, improving play. Three minutes later, the Falcons to 13-0-0 on the season. Colorado College took a 3-0 lead on a short-handed goal by Photos by Dennis Rogers fell to 8-4-3. Mike Phillipich. The captain collected a The Falcons gather to celebrate beating Colorado College for the first time Three of Air Force’s lines scored in the loose puck in the neutral zone and skated in more than 20 years. game and the Falcons scored a power-play down the right side. He sent a shot into four-on-four, the Tigers only goal of the said. “It demoralized them. This was a goal, a short-handed goal, a four-on-four the far corner, went behind the net to night came on a deflection off of a shin great win and the way we had to do it goal and a five-on-five goal. retrieve his own shot and threw the puck pad on the rush. Ryan Lowery led the made it even more special. I couldn’t be Air Force earned its first win over toward the front of the goal. The puck hit rush down the right side. His centering more proud of our guys. They never got Colorado College since 1985, ending a 25- the skate of Bachman and went in the pass hit the shin of Bill Sweatt and got past flustered and did a wonderful job of over- game losing streak and a 30-game winless net at 3:30. Andrew Volkening for the only goal coming the adversity. We are a much skid to the Tigers. The win marked the With 2:16 left in the second period, allowed in the game. better team for winning the way we did. highest ranked team ever defeated by the Air Force took a 4-0 lead when Brett Air Force killed all nine CC power Our special teams and goaltending were Falcons. The Falcons extended their Nylander scored on the power play. His plays and the Falcons have now killed 42 awfully good. We have a pretty good team. overall winning streak to 13 games, the shot from the center point through traffic of the last 43 opponent power plays over We are strong in goal, we have an anchor longest in the nation and the longest in beat Bachman high over the glove side. the last seven games. The Falcons, who on defense in Flynn, we have two legit school history. The home winning streak Matt Fairchild and Derrick Burnett won have the nation’s best power play unit, Division I lines and two other lines that has now reached 10 games, the longest in the battle for the puck on the boards and were 1-for-4 on the man-advantage. work very hard and are pretty darn good. school history vs. Division I teams. The fed Nylander at the right point. Nylander Bachman took the loss, allowing four Two of the big things on my bucket list Falcons’ home unbeaten streak is now 14 walked toward the center of the ice and goals on 17 shots in 38 minutes. O’Connell were beating Colorado College and games, dating back to Jan. 12 of last season. scored his third of the season and his stopped all six shots he faced. Volkening Denver and we have now accomplished The Falcons opened the scoring third in the last four games. After the improved to a perfect 13-0 on the season both.” midway through the first period on a goal, Bachman, an All-American last and stopped 28 of the 29 he faced. The Falcons return to the ice today rush by the Falcons’ fourth line. Center season, was pulled from game and Drew Colorado College outshot Air Force, 29- and Saturday at 7:05 p.m., with a two- Sean Bertsch led the rush down the right O’Connell came on in relief. 23, marking just the second time Air game home stand against RIT. The side and took a shot that was saved by CC In the third period, Air Force had to Force has been outshot all season. Rochester Institute of Technology Tigers goaltender Richard Bachman. Paul kill off a five-minute CC power play “Our penalty kill was awesome and are 5-8-1 on the season and 4-3-1 in the Weisgarber followed up the rebound for midway through the period. While skating it had to be,” head coach Frank Serratore Atlantic Hockey Association.

Blake Page out skates his opponent for the puck. Derrick Burnett blazes the puck toward the CC goal.

Hockey loss Mens Basketball weekend at the West Coast Invitational Nov. 22. After 13 straight wins, No. 11 Air Force fell Matt Holland scored 21 points and Anwar Together, the men’s and women’s teams finished to No. 9 Denver, 4-1, in a non-conference college Johnson added 19 to lead Air Force past Northern 11-6 against NCAA West Regional opponents, hockey game at a sold out Magness Arena in Illinois, 67-55, Wednesday night in a non-confer- Caltech, Stanford and UC San Diego. Overall, the Denver Nov. 29. Air Force fell to 13-1 on the ence game at Clune Arena. Air Force improved to men’s team finished 6-3. The men’s epee squad season while Denver improved to 9-5-1 overall. 5-2 this season, including a 5-1 mark at home. earned three straight victories versus host school Air Force was the last undefeated and untied team Northern Illinois falls to 3-5. Caltech. in the nation and has only trailed in two of the 14 Fencing The Air Force women’s team finished 5-3, games this season. picking up two wins each over both Caltech and The Academy’s fencing team had a successful Stanford and one versus UC San Diego. December 5, 2008 17 TCU thrashes Falcons 44-10 By Lt. Col. Brett Ashworth we did not do that today. They did. They Academy Public Affairs played outstanding,” said Air Force head coach Troy Calhoun. Air Force concluded the 2008 regular Following an Air Force punt on their season on a sour note in Fort Worth Nov. first possession, TCU drove 69 yards with 22 with a 44-10 loss at the hands of TCU. Ross Evans kicking a 32-yard field goal to The Horned Frogs dominated both take a 10-0 lead. sides of the ball and kept the Falcons’ high- As has been the case for the Falcons powered offense from getting on track on this year, they fought back. Early in the a cool afternoon in Texas. second quarter they sustained a 61-yard After winning the coin toss, Air Force drive aided by a career-long 54 yard deferred to the second half and allowed scamper by running back Asher Clark. TCU to receive the opening kick-off. The The drive stalled and Ryan Harrison booted Horned Frogs set the tone for the day by a 36-yard field goal to get the Falcons on Photos by Tech. Sgt. Julie Briden-Garcia driving 60 yards in six plays to take a 7-0 the board. Tight end Travis Dekker gets dragged down by TCU safety Stephen Hodge. lead only two minutes into the game. And The Air Force momentum wouldn’t final eight yards for a touchdown. Following Falcons with 63 yards each on the ground. they wouldn’t look back. last long with TCU taking the ensuing an Air Force punt, the Horned Frogs took Linebacker Ken Lamendola had an “You have to play so darn well on the kickoff and marching 83 yards with quar- control of the game with Dalton hitting Bart outstanding day for Air Force defensively road, especially to beat a top-15 team, and terback Andy Dalton carrying the ball the Johnson on a 22-yard scoring pass shortly with 11 tackles including two sacks. before halftime. TCU took a TCU head coach Gary Patterson was commanding 24-3 lead into the impressed with Air Force and the future intermission. of the program. TCU tacked on two more “That’s going to be a very good Air touchdowns in the third quarter Force team. They are young, have good to put the game out of reach. players and they will soon be a force to be However, Air Force fought to reckoned with. We had two weeks to the end with fullback Jared Tew prepare and got ourselves going early,” he busting loose on a 57-yard touch- said. down run early in the fourth The Falcons will have an opportunity quarter. But as was the case all to end the season on a high note as their day, TCU answered right back 8-4 record has qualified them for a bowl with a 10-play, 60-yard touch- game. They should know which bowl game down drive of its own, providing they’ll be playing in on Sunday, when the the final points of the day. Bowl Championship Series games are TCU’s stingy defense held announced. Air Force to a season-low 161 The Falcons ended the season 5-3 in yards of total offense. Mountain West Conference play, good for Air Force Falcon tailback Asher Clark fumbles forcing a scramble during the game. Clark and Tew paced the fourth in the conference. Elder hoopsters tangle; CW claims win By Dave Castilla it’s hard to compete with only five players . And to Tanner Derosier dominated the middle with scoring Intramural Sports Director compound the situation, the 306th team have lost Scott and rebounding and scored 17 of the 19 first-half points. Oskvarek with a broken wrist this season and then lost However, at the half they were down three points to In the over 30 Basketball program Tuesday, the Cadet Jeff Bowling with an Achilles injury. Bowling is probably smaller pesky Comm Squadron, 22-19. Wing solidified their hold on second place by defeating out for the year. In the second half coach Jeremy Marshall directed last year’s base runners-up, 306th FTG, 55-35. Ken Nahrwold, CW’s coach, was happy to get all his his team to victory as Comm scored 18 points to the fire- After a week’s break due to Thanksgiving holiday players some playing time and that his main objective is fighters’ 9 and broke the game open with the score 40- both teams had a sluggish first half, huffing and puffing 28. Marshall’s excellent speed, pinpoint passing, especially to get CW back into the play-offs . up the floor with CW having a slight lead at half, 22-19. to Eric Elliot who made three quick baskets inside the Last year was the first time in four years they were In the second half, CW finally wore down the five paint, were key to winning the game. players the flightline played with, CW’s Paul Pohnert not in post-season action. Top scoring honors went to Paul Marshall, who has been out with a finger injury, has scored the first two buckets of the second half and the route Pohnert with 21, followed by Rob Hartwig with 14. The totally turned the team around with his resent play. He was on. Later, Jerry Molina hit back-to-back threes flightline was led by Ed Lombard with 14 points and led the team in scoring with 17 points also hit three 3- followed by another three-pointer by Sam Cox and CW chipping in with 10 points was Pete Edgar pointers, Elliot finished with 11, with 9 coming in the had opened the lead to 43-29. Comm soaks firefighters in intramurals second half. With about 5 minutes on the clock, flightline’s Pete In Tuesday night action, Comm Squadron picked up The firefighters were lead by Reschke with 14 and Edgar fouled out leaving them with four players and CW the pace in the second half defeating the #1 team, CES Derosier with 10 points. coasted to the victory. firefighters, 53-31. With the win, Comm Squadron , firefighters and Coach Lombard said of his 306th FTG team coach In the first half, CES twin towers Robert Reschke and Med Group #1 are all tied for first with records of 4-2.

Air Force Classic radio will be available for both Air Force games. Intramural The Air Force women’s basketball team Gymnastics Basketball hosts the 2008 Air Force Classic, today and The lineups have been set for the first-ever W L Saturday in Clune Arena. The Falcons take on Air Force Gymnastics Mixed Pairs Meet 110 CS 5 2 North Carolina Central tonight at 5 p.m., Saturday. The men’s and women’s teams, 210 CES 5 2 followed by Miami (Ohio) taking on Texas- competing together for the first time in program 310MDG#1 5 2 Pan American at 7:30 p.m. Saturday kicks off history, will be divided into four squads of both 4306 FTG 3 4 with the consolation final at 2 p.m., followed male and female gymnasts. Action is slated to 510 SFS 2 5 by the championship game at 4:30. Live internet begin at 3 p.m., in the Cadet West Gym. 610MDG#2 1 6 18 December 5, 2008 Academy Band to share holiday favorites Three shows set in six days the children in the audience—a musical setting of As we celebrate this holiday season, it is impor- the classic cartoon, “The Snowman” and a surprise visit tant for us to be grateful for all of our blessings, not from Pueblo to the Springs, is scheduled from that jolly, ‘ole guy from the North the least of which is our enduring freedom that is Pole! preserved by the great men and women that comprise local sleigh bells sure to ring The evening will conclude with the most joyous our U.S. Air Force. The show will feature many heart- sound of all—our audience’s voices in a mass sing felt messages from our deployed troops to their fami- By Master Sgt. Steven Przyzycki The U.S. Air Force Academy Band along of holiday favorites. lies back home in Colorado.

Once again that magical time of year is upon us, as the holiday season warms our hearts and brings out the inherent good-will in all of us. The U.S. Air Force Academy Band’s “Holly and Ivy” production is a time-honored holiday tradition that spotlights your Air Force Academy Band—one of the Pikes Peak area’s most recognized musical treas- ures. This year’s show entitled “A Winter Wonderland” promises to entertain concert patrons of all ages. The show will be presented at 7 p.m. Thursday at the State Fair Events Center in Pueblo. The concert is free and open to the public as always. However, tickets are required and can be obtained through the events center. Colorado Springs residents will be offered two performances Dec. 15 and 16 at the Colorado Springs Pikes Peak Center. Both shows begin at 7 p.m. and free tickets are available at the World Arena and Pikes Peak Center box offices, and at all Ent Federal Credit Union locations. This year’s performance will feature many classic favorites—some presented in new fresh arrangements such as the Harry Connick, Jr. version of Leroy Anderson’s Sleigh Ride. The band’s dynamic vocalists, The Academy Band Singers, will be featured extensively and will include Photo by Dave Ahlschwede a surprise visit from the “King of Rock and Roll” Retiree Appreciation Day himself, the always alive Elvis Presley. Audience partic- ipation has always been a big part of the band’s “Holly 1st Lt. Stephany Watkins, health care integrator from the 10th Medical Group, gives a retiree blood pressure results and educates him on normal blood pressure parameters as Lt. Col. Phillip and Ivy” celebration, and this year will be no excep- Kleinman looks on. tion. The concert will feature a special selection for Active Wellness Welcome... to the dental practice of Massage Therapy Jackson Anderson, D.D.S. Carol Hage CIMARRON HILLS DENTAL CENTER Licensed Massage Therapist Comprehensive dental care for the entire family Cert Neuromuscular Therapist Active and retired military insurance accepted In practice since 1981 Frequency Specific Microcurrent Therapy for: We are accepting new patients Pain Management, PTSD and much more. Please call OMAHA Your 1st One Hour Session only $40 ACADEMY 719-597-9057 N POWERS GALLEY 7615 Austin Bluffs Pkwy, #100 for an appointment U.S. 24 719-761-5150 6459 Omaha Boulevard By Appt Only 7*4"
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Sergeant Medina at 333-7432 or visit: Separating or retiring from the Air Water aerobics classes are held every www.wreathsacrossamerica.org to learn Force in a year or less? This mandatory Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 5:05 more. briefing assists you in identifying benefits p.m. Improve muscular strength and and services associated with your transi- endurance and increase overall aerobic BINGO tion and beyond. conditioning with zero impact on the joints. The Academy Community Activities Medical records review For more information, call 333-4522. Center will host a BINGO event Dec. 12 Dec 15. — 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the downstairs ballroom (Bldg. 5136). Individuals within 180 days of retire- Ski rental Parade and tree lighting Card sales are at 6 p.m. and games called ment or separation can have the Disabled Season ski rentals from the Academy The 13th Annual Academy Holiday at 6:30 p.m. Call Linda Crom at 333-2928 American Veterans review their medical Outdoor Recreation Center require an Tree Lighting Ceremony festivities begin for more information. records. appointment for a fitting. Call 333-4753. at 4 p.m. today with a parade through base Talkie then walkie Red carpet tour housing, featuring Santa Claus. The tree- Today — 8:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. As of Jan. 1, 2009, anyone caught lighting ceremony is at 5 p.m. at the 10 This informative tour gives insight talking on a hand-held cell phone while Air Base Wing Headquarters, Bldg. 8034. into the Academy mission and reveals what driving on the Academy will receive a Light refreshments will be served and Santa there is to see and do here. seven-day suspension of driving privileges. will attend. Small business Hands-free devices are still acceptable. Today — 9 a.m. to noon Wreaths Across America Skate with Santa Have you ever thought about owning The community will participate in the Having a ball The Department of Athletics “Skate your own business, but you are not sure how National Wreaths Across America cere- The 26th Annual Colorado All Service with Santa” is set for noon to 2 p.m. Dec. to start! Then this SCORE workshop is mony at 10 a.m. Dec. 13 at the Academy Academy Ball is set for Dec. 27 at The 20. Admission is $3 and skate rental is $2. for you! Cemetery. The event is intended to honor Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. This The Ice Arena is in the Cadet Field House, TAP seminar our fallen heroes (similar to the Wreath formal event provides a unique opportu- Bldg. 2169. Military personnel, family Tuesday through Dec. 12 — 7:30 a.m. Ceremony at Arlington). According to nity for socialization and camaraderie members and accompanied guests and to 4:30 p.m. Local Leader Master Sgt. Ernest Medina, among Colorado’s cadets and midshipmen government civilian employees are all Separating in a year or retiring in two the Academy will conduct one of more currently attending one of the five federal welcome. Call 333-0389 for more informa- years or less? Call now to reserve your spot than 200 ceremonies simultaneously held service academies (U.S. Military Academy, tion. in the next available TAP class. U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Coast Guard around the world with the Arlington Mock interviewing Ceremony. For more information, call Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Help needed Monday-Dec. 12 Dec. 16 — 9 a.m. to noon U.S. Air Force Academy). Through the Volunteers to assist the 10th Civil Are you preparing for your next career combined efforts of the Colorado Parents’ Engineer Squadron Environmental staff move but feeling a little rusty on your inter- Clubs from each Academy, an enjoyable with the annual Environmental, Safety and viewing skills? Know what to expect on evening of special ceremonies, guest Occupational Health Compliance your next interview. Mock interviewing speaker, dinner and dancing is planned CADET CHAPEL Assessment Management Program are with real HR representatives! for cadets, midshipmen, their families and Catholic Masses: needed. All training will be provided by Resume writing friends, and alumni. Governor Bill Ritter, Sunday the environmental staff. Anyone inter- Dec. 17 — 9 a.m. to noon Confession - 9:15 a.m. Jr. has declared Dec. 27, 2008, as “United ested should contact Chris Simpson at Learn different types of resume and Mass - 10 a.m. States Service Academy Day” in Colorado. Wednesday 333-8398. cover letter styles and how to improve your A formal presentation of the Governor’s Adoration of the Blessed own. Proclamation will be made at the ball. For Sarcrament - 5:30 p.m. Volunteer opportunity Newcomer’s orientation questions or reservation information, Confession - 5:30 p.m. Anyone interested in being a volun- Dec. 18 — 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. contact Momi Dufault at (719) 591-9533 Mass - 6:30 p.m. teer track and field official at Academy Mandatory orientation for all newly Weekday or [email protected] before Monday. Mon., Tues. and Thurs. - 6:45 a.m. indoor and outdoor meets for the 2009 assigned Academy personnel. Spouses seasons should contact scott.irving@ are welcome to attend. This event is held Free concert Protestant Services: usafa.edu or call at 719-333-3013 or toll free at the Milazzo Center. Sunday The Chancel Choir, Chamber Singers Traditional/Liturgical - 9 a.m. at 1-800-379-1455 extension 3013. If no Troops to teachers and Orchestra of First United Methodist Contemporary - 11 a.m. answer, leave a message. Dec. 18 — 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Church will perform the Puccini and Rutter Jewish Services This workshop provides information Glorias Sunday, at 5 p.m., conducted by Rev. Friday A&FRC offers options for military personnel interested in begin- James Steven Harter. A Christmas Carol Sabbath Service - 7 p.m. The Airman and Family Readiness ning a second career in public education medley with audience participation is also Buddhist Worship Center will host the following classes. as a teacher. planned. Location is 420 North Nevada Wednesday Contact the A&FRC at 333-3444 for Ave., downtown Colorado Springs. Call Traditional Mahyana Service -6:30 p.m. any questions and/or registration. Water aerobics the information line: 719-471-4361 and/or Muslim Prayer Group pre-separation counseling The Academy Fitness & Sports Center visit www.fumc-cs.org (select Music Friday Held every Monday (except during offers a 10-punch card for water aerobics. Ministries-click Sacred Concert Series) for Salaat ul-Jumman - 12:30 p.m. TAP week); 2 to 4 p.m. The cost is $30 and the card does not expire. more details. All Other Faiths Call 333-2636 for more information HOLIDAY SCHEDULE CADET CHAPEL Monday please call (719) 333-4515. ** Dates and times of services are subject to COMMUNITY CENTER CHAPEL Protestant 6 p.m. — Catholic Holy Day, Immaculate Catholic Masses: change based on security requirements. Today at 7:30 p.m. Conception Mass Saturday Handel’s “MESSIAH” Concert Thursday COMMUNITY CENTER CHAPEL Reconciliation - 3:30 p.m. 6 p.m. — Communal Penance Service Mass - 4 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m.) Catholic Dec. 14 Sunday Sunday and Dec. 14 Monday 10 a.m. — Third Sunday of Advent Mass Mass - 9:30 a.m. Regular worship schedule 11:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. — Holy Day Mass Religious Formation - 10:45 a.m. 9 a.m. — Traditional Dec. 21 Dec. 13 (September - May) 11 a.m. — Contemporary 10 a.m. — Fourth Sunday of Advent Mass 6:30 p.m. — Christmas Concert Tuesday-Friday Dec. 21 Dec. 24 Dec. 16 Mass - 11:30 a.m. 10 a.m. — Combined Protestant Worship 5 p.m. — Christmas Eve Mass 7 p.m. — Advent Penance Service Dec. 24 Dec. 24 Dec. 28 – No Catholic Mass Protestant Services: 4 p.m. — Family Christmas Mass 7 p.m. — Christmas Eve Service Wednesday Jewish Dec. 25 Wednesday Night Live - 6 p.m. Dec. 28 — Today 9:30 a.m. — Christmas Mass Fellowship followed by Religious No Worship Service 7 p.m. – Sabbath Service & Hanukkah Dec. 31 Education (September - May) Jan. 4 Celebration —There will be decorations, 4 p.m. — New Year’s Mass Saturday 10 a.m. — Combined Protestant Worship lighting of the menorah, the singing of Jan. 1 Contemporary - 6 p.m. Hanukkah songs, story-telling, games, gift- 9:30 a.m. — New Year’s Mass Sunday Catholic giving and dinner (complete with traditional Traditional - 8 a.m. Sunday holiday foods of potato pancakes and Protestant Gospel - 11:15 a.m. 10 a.m. — Second Sunday of Advent doughnuts). The service and dinner are Dec. 24 6 p.m. — Christmas Eve Service + Sponsor Sunday Mass free and open to the public. Paganism/Earth-centered Spirituality: Dec. 25 2 p.m. — Catholic Choir Christmas All publicized events are open to the public. No Contact Tech. Sgt. Longcrier at 333-6178 tickets needed for concert; doors open one hour 11 a.m. — Christmas Service [email protected] Concert prior. For more information on other services, For more information, please call 333-3300.