Vol. 45 No. 18 May 6, 2005 Inside COMMENTARY: Air Force’s religious respect history, Page 2 NEWS: Outstanding Academy educators, Page 3 Cadet rocket launch, Page 5 Tuskegee Airmen honored, Page 6 FEATURE: Aeronautics takes on C-130, Page 8 Medical group in Ecuador, Page 10 SPORTS: Men’s tennis results, Page 11 Ultimate frisbee, Page 11 Cycling, volleyball, Page 12 NEWS FEATURE: Music soothes, Page 13 Medical mission Maj. (Dr.) Dayton Kobayashi performs a physical exam on a pediatric patient while deployed to Ecuador for a medical Briefly readiness training exercise April 2-15. See complete coverage, Page 10. Academy Spring Clean-Up Air Force task force to assess religious climate May 20-22 all 10th Air Base Wing, Dean of the By Air Force Public Affairs Using feedback from that team, focus Separation of Church and State are being Faculty, 34th Training Wing, groups and others, the Academy leadership, taken very seriously by the Air Force. This Preparatory School, Tenants, WASHINGTON — Acting Secretary of with assistance from the Air Force chief of newly appointed task force will assess the reli- Facility Managers and Military the Air Force, the Honorable Michael L. chaplains, instituted a new training program gious climate and adequacy of Air Force Family Housing occupants and Dominguez, on Tuesday directed the Air for all Academy cadets, staff and faculty efforts to address the issue at the Academy. personnel will participate in Force Deputy Chief of Staff and Personnel, called Respecting the Spiritual Values of all Specifically, the task force is directed to clean-up efforts at the Lt. Gen. Roger A. Brady, to immediately People. The mandatory small-group RSVP assess: entrances to the base, along stand up a cross-functional task force on the seminars, each facilitated by a chaplain, a the perimeter fences, and on religious climate here at the United States Air lawyer and a commander, address the diver- a. Air Force and Academy policy and roads, sidewalks, and build- Force Academy. sity of the Air Force and the need for each guidance on the subject of religious respect ings. The primary considera- The task force will assess items ranging person to respect others, regardless of their and tolerance. tion in base cleanup is the from Air Force policy and guidance on the beliefs or faith. b. The appropriateness of relevant training timely and effective removal of subject of religious respect and tolerance, to To augment the ongoing effort, General for the cadet wing, faculty and staff trash and debris from the the practices of the Academy’s chain of Rosa also reached out to the civilian sector, c. The religious climate and assessment Academy prior to graduation. command that either enhance or detract from including organizations such as the Yale tools used at the Academy Organizations are encouraged a climate that respects both the “free exer- Divinity School. In addition, he is looking d. The effectiveness of Academy mech- to conduct clean-up activities cise of religion” and the “establishment at incorporating character development anisms to address complaints on this subject, throughout the week. clauses” of the First Amendment. recommendations from the Josephson to include the chain of command, the Considerable efforts have been made Institute of Ethics and considering offers of VP to speak at during the past several months at the support from the Anti-Defamation League. Academy's inspector general and the mili- graduation Academy to address issues of religious toler- Members of the Board of Visitors (to tary equal opportunity office Vice President Richard ance and respect. include former Governor James S. Gilmore e. The practices of the chain of command, Cheney will be the guest After discovering perceptions of reli- III, Senators Wayne Allard and Larry Craig, faculty, staff or cadet wing that either enhance speaker for this year’s grad- gious bias during surveys in 2004, Lt. Gen. and Representatives Joel Hefley and Carolyn or detract from a climate that respects both uation ceremony. John W. Rosa Jr., Academy Superintendent, Kilpatrick) recently attended an RSVP session the “free exercise of religion” and the “estab- This will be Vice implemented a proactive plan to address to observe and assess its quality firsthand. lishment” clauses of the First Amendment President Cheney’s second this issue with the support of Air Force According to Mr. Dominguez, “This program f. The relevance of the religious climate visit to the Air Force Academy senior leadership and the Air Force Academy encourages people to confidently and authen- at the Academy to the entire Air Force in this role. He last spoke at Board of Visitors. tically live out their own faith and belief The task force's report will provide find- the U.S. Air Force Academy A team from Air Force headquarters, commitments and deeply respect others ings and may include specific recommen- during the graduation of the led by Ms. Shirley A. Martinez, deputy assis- whose spiritual strength comes from a faith Class of 2001. tant secretary for equal opportunity, with or source different from their own. Such dations. The task force will refer any evidence Graduation for the outside help from Rabbi Arnold E. Resnicoff, mutual respect is essential to the culture of of specific misconduct to the appropriate Academy’s Class of 2005 is a former U.S. Navy chaplain, was dispatched the Airmen.” authority. A preliminary assessment is due June 1, starting at 10 a.m. in to provide an initial assessment and advice However, lingering allegations from to the Acting Secretary of the Air Force by Falcon Stadium. to Academy leadership in December 2004. sources such as Americans United for May 23. Academy Spirit 2 COMMENTARY May 6, 2005 Air Force has rich heritage of religious respect By Chaplain (Maj. Gen.) Charles C. Baldwin Jewish Airmen. It was a moment neither group will the practice of their faith. Through the years, I have Air Force Chaplain Service ever forget. This is the culture of the Airman. heard of individuals who do not understand or appre- Chaplains come from many faith communities. ciate this basic principle of who we are. When one WASHINGTON (AFPN) — On Sept. 23, 2001, We are as diverse as the Air Force. How is it possible fails to respect the individual rights of others, he or 25,000 people gathered at Yankee Stadium for “A that we work together when our beliefs are so she acts contrary to the cultural and constitutional Prayer for America,” honoring those who lost their different? We rally around three great watchwords. framework in America which protects our religious lives in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Jewish, Roman These words, inscribed on our Chaplain Service seal, freedoms. Lack of respect and tolerance for the rights Catholic, Muslim, Hindu, Protestant, Sikh and Greek unite us and give focus to our service. They are of others to believe as they so choose hurts each of us Orthodox clergy offered prayers. The prayer service freedom, faith and ministry. What a calling is ours! and jeopardizes good order, discipline, unit cohesion was described as representing the best in America and Faithfully representing our faith communities, we and our ability to accomplish the missions with which unprecedented in its interfaith spirit. One commentator cooperate without compromise. And the reason we do our nation entrusts us. There is no place in our Air even called the diverse gathering of religious expres- this? It’s for the Airmen! We are here to ensure their Force for disrespectful names, slurs and jokes that sions a miracle. It was a profound and beautiful right to the free exercise of religion. That’s the make someone feel alienated from the team. response to the hatred and intolerance of the terrorists. “freedom” and “faith” part of the seal. “Ministry” We didn’t just recently begin to value religious Such “miracles” take place at Air Force chapels captures our commitment to care for the needs of the freedom and individual rights. This is a central part of throughout the world every day. A spirit of unity and Airmen everywhere they serve. our rich American heritage. It has been re-enforced cooperation is seen, not only in the sharing of sacred There are several documents on religious freedom through the years with countless acts of courage and space by many faith communities, but also in the love that are important to military members. They are sacrifice both large and small. One of the most and respect we show for one another. For me, one of Department of Defense Directive 1300.17, memorable examples of this American character the absolute joys of being an Air Force chaplain is this Accommodation of Religious Practices Within the happened Feb. 3, 1943, aboard the U.S. Army privilege of serving such a diverse community. The Military Services, and Air Force Instruction 36-2706 Transport Dorchester. An enemy torpedo hit the ship. Air Force Chaplain Service is devoted to serving the Chapter 8, Accommodation of Religious Practices for Four chaplains (two Protestant ministers, a Jewish religious needs of all Airmen and their families. We the Air Force. These documents affirm that the free rabbi and a Catholic priest) gave up their life are committed to serving the one who is different with exercise of religion is a basic principle of our nation. preservers, and any chance of survival, so that others the same passion as the one from our own faith group. They make it policy for commanders to approve could live. The four chaplains died together while This is something that is a wonder to the world! Yet, it accommodation of religious practices when accom- they clung to each other and prayed. The survivors, of is true. This is the culture of the Airman. modation will not have an adverse effect on military all faiths, found great strength in the chaplains’ There are countless inspiring stories of chaplains readiness, unit cohesion, standards or discipline. prayers and courage, and they never forgot the sacri- and chaplain assistants modeling this beautiful spirit Chaplains are here to help commanders understand fice or the spirit of the four chaplains. and helping to shape this culture of respect within the the issues in our complex, religiously diverse Air Today, in that same spirit, Air Force chaplains and Air Force. Recently, in the Middle East, two Force community and help Airmen as they seek to chaplain assistants provide an example of cooperation Protestant chaplains rallied parishioners to join practice their faith while serving in the military and without compromise, freedom to live out our faith several Jewish Airmen in order to have a Seder the federal workplace. with respect for all and sacrificial service to others. service. The presence of the Protestant Airmen at the Clearly, there is the expectation that Airmen will So, too, may we all serve honorably. This is the supper made possible the Passover celebration for the respect each other and accommodate one another in culture of the Airman. A mother’s love defies description, has no comparison By Bob Vasquez and my lovely bride, Debbie. has had on my two daughters and me has been 34th Training Wing I really never understood all the sacrifices my different, yet just as important. mother made for my siblings and me until years after She’s given the girls a well-rounded perspective A mother’s love can’t be expressed in words, it I left home. Although we didn’t have a lot of what on many contemporary issues and taught them to be can only be illustrated by symbolic descriptions that other families in the neighborhood had, I can’t say we loving and kind. She’s saved them from going out in signify a mere semblance of what it may mean. were poor because Mom and Dad provided what we public looking well, like, you-know, cool, when they In Puppies For Sale, Dan Clark shares a story really needed to have a happy life, love! Mom was weren’t, which is really important when you’re a teen. about a boy born without ears. His hearing wasn’t always there standing tall, pronouncing her pride for What’s cool to Dad and daughters isn’t always affected, but his physical appearance was. His me as I honed my musical talents that led me to what Mom approves of. She’s also saved them from schoolmates made fun of him, calling him a freak, become a professional musician. And how we the heartache of having to visit Dad in prison after making his life miserable. The boy’s father found doctors willing to try to graft a pair of outer ears to danced! If I wasn’t playing I was dancing with Mom. doing what he thought he should when that first boy the boy, the ears of an anonymous donor. The opera- We stopped dancing 26 years ago when she came by to pick them up. tion was a success and the boy flourished, eventually contracted Gilliam’s Beret Syndrome that put her in a She’s taught them to be ladies. marrying and enlisting in diplomatic service. wheelchair. But that hasn’t kept her down, no sir! To sum it up, Debbie has shown us how to love “Over the years,” the story concludes, “the boy Mom’s greatest sacrifice, I’m convinced, was her by being loving. You can’t ask for much more! never knew, until the darkest day a son ever passes letting me go on my life’s quest. A self-proclaimed The greatest gift a person can receive is a through arrived. He stood with his father, bowed over Mama’s Boy, I’m only now beginning to understand mother’s love. That love embodies myriad different his mother’s casket. He leaned in and kissed her fore- how difficult it is to let your first born out from characteristics including encouragement, under- head, whispering one last time how much he loved under your protection. standing, and support. her. Slowly, tenderly, the father stretched forth a hand My youngest daughter, Elyse, has been away at Unlike the young boy in Clark’s story, my girls and raised her thick, red-brown hair to show him.” college this past year. It’s been a learning experience and I have had no seemingly impossible battles to As a man, I could never fully describe a mother’s my mom always warned me about. fight, but had we had those battles, we’d have won, love. But I have been blessed with an intimate knowl- Having achieved some success in my profes- because, like that boy, we have moms to fight for us! edge of that love, having had the opportunity to sion, my immediate family hasn’t had to worry too I hope you’ve been blessed as I have. Happy observe it in two wonderful women, my own mom much about basic necessities, so the impact Debbie Mother’s Day, Moms!
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By Eddie Kovsky Colonel LeClair comes to the Academy University, and a M.S. in Military Operational Academy Spirit staff from Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska, where Art/Science from Air Command and Staff he was Chief of the 3rd Wing’s Plans, Programs, College at Air University. Colonel LeClair is Lt. Col. Michael LeClair takes command Inspections, and Force Protection division. a command pilot with 18 years of service and of the 94th Flying Training Squadron today. Colonel LeClair graduated from the more than 2,700 flying hours in the T-37, T/AT- Colonel LeClair is taking over for outgoing Academy in 1987 with a B.S in Human Factors 38, F-111D/G, F-117A, and F-15C aircraft. Lt. Col Michael LeClair commander Lt. Col. Charles Catoe. Engineering. Upon receiving his commission, Colonel Catoe is leaving for Ellsworth takes command of the The change of command ceremony takes he was assigned to pilot training at Columbus AFB, South Dakota, where he will be Deputy 94th Flying Training place at the 306th Flying Training Group AFB, N.M. He earned a M.S. in Aeronautical Operations Group commander for the 28th Squadron today. (Air Midfield Hanger at 1:30 p.m. Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Operations Group. Force Photo) New Function Website
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BEHOLD,0UR NEW SALAD. ACADEMY & BRIArGATE Academy Spirit 4 May 6, 2005 International cadre to help build global relations positions with reoccurring requirements. university education, language training national affairs. “We need officers with First group will start “The international affairs skills set is and cultural immersion to prepare them theses skills in our expeditionary air and viewed as core competencies in the mili- for the positions they will fill in the field, space force, leading our regionally focused training summer 2006 tary,” said Col. Robert Sarnoski, Air Force officials said. Officers will be designated missions and contingency deployments international Airmen division chief. on one of two secondary Air Force career and successfully interacting with our allies, By Tech. Sgt. David A. Jablonski “They’re just as important as the weapon tracks — the regional affairs strategist or Air Force Print News friends and partners around the world.” systems we field today.” political-military affairs strategist. Officers with a strong track record and The Air Force’s initiative enhances Regional affairs strategists will advise WASHINGTON — Air Force offi- in-depth understanding and experience expeditionary capability by developing commanders and senior leaders on regional cials will begin training more than 100 offi- regional and international expertise, cultural issues, interacting with foreign counter- in Air Force operations, doctrine and cers this spring to become international sensitivity and language skills allowing parts to work political-military issues and strategy will be selected at the seven- to affairs specialists in a managed secondary Airmen to build, sustain or enhance rela- develop reliable international relation- 12-year point of their career for these career path. tions with international partners. ships, developing aspects of operational opportunities, officials said. Air Force Ultimately, as many as 3,000 officers Colonel Sarnoski, a former defense and contingency plans, and working secu- officials said they will highly consider will form a pool of experts in regional, attaché in Bangkok, Thailand, who is rity cooperation initiatives to enhance officers with operational and maintenance political and military affairs who will fluent in Thai, put his skills to use following international relationships. backgrounds, as well as those with previ- advise combatant commanders world- the Sept. 11 attacks by helping Thai offi- Political military affairs strategists ously developed international skills. wide, officials said. cials integrate into operations Iraqi have similar duties, but these positions “A key aspect of this program is The first group of field grade officers, Freedom and Enduring Freedom coali- need international political-military balancing between the IAS career path and selected between now and summer, will tion forces. expertise without necessarily requiring the officer’s primary career specialty,” enter formal training in the summer “Senior leaders have asked for this language skills. Mr. Lemkin said. “Consistent with the of 2006. program because they want and need offi- “The career path complements an The following year, Air Force officials cers with political-military experience,” officer’s overall career development with Air Force’s force-development concept, we will select and train more than 150 officers, Colonel Sarnoski said. international affairs experience that are committed to keeping these officers then 210 each year until a pool of 2,500 to The new program is tied directly to contributes to success in the primary career proficient and competitive in their primary 3,000 specialists is filled, officials said. the new force-development program. field,” said Bruce M. Lemkin, deputy career field while making them interna- The goal is to use that pool to fill about 650 Selected officers may receive additional undersecretary of the Air Force for inter- tional affairs experts.” Academy Spirit May 6, 2005 5 Rocket launch culmination of year-long engineering project
By John Van Winkle The cadets demonstrated their problem-solving payload to an altitude of about 60 miles. This will Academy public affairs skills during both the rocket production and after the provide cadets and the Defense Department with a flight, officials said. flexible test bed for new structural and propellant tech- PINON CANYON MANEUVER RANGE, Colo. Information from the rocket stopped 33 seconds after nologies, enable military science and engineering devel- — Two semesters of work boiled down to a 10-second launch, which was when the nose cone’s parachute opment missions and will work with the academy’s countdown before a cadet-built rocket blasted off here deployed. The cadet’s post-flight examination of the nose existing capabilities to build satellites and design space- Saturday. cone and parachute cable showed the cable probably based scientific experiments. The rocket-powered final exam reached a 13,400 damaged avionics components when it deployed. FalconLaunch is one of 300 undergraduate research foot altitude in 20 seconds. Although preliminary, design solutions were projects in progress at the Air Force Academy. The launch was part of this year’s academy discussed by the cadets during recovery operations. FalconLaunch program, an astronautical engineering “Now that the rocket has been recovered, as a course here. The two-semester program puts astro- team, we need to do the post-flight analysis of the dynamics and space systems theory to a hands-on rocket,” said Cadet 1st Class John Rudzinski, test by having cadets design, build, manage and FalconLaunch program manager. “This data will be used launch a single-stage rocket. in depicting this year’s experience as FalconLaunch “We also learn a lot about team dynamics strives closer to a space flight. From now until we and working with other people during this graduate, we will be working to organize the massive course,” said Cadet 1st Class Matt Miller. “We amount of information into a system which will be easily have to coordinate four different teams and accessible for future FalconLaunch teams.” all be on the same page. So communi- This is the third year of the FalconLaunch program, cation is key. We’ve had a few which has created larger and more complex rockets mistakes, but have overcome with each year. them all. It also makes you The eventual goal of the FalconLaunch project appreciate the larger projects is to create a single-stage 100-pound rocket which in the Air Force.” can deliver a 5-pound scientific and experimental Cadet 1st Class Eric Ray tightens a connection on the FalconLaunch rocket’s avionics section, prior to rocket assembly. (Photo by John Van Winkle)
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By Butch Wehry students share a presentation based on progress may also be presented so that Cadet 2nd Class James Trimble, Cadet Academy Spirit staff their community service, creative work, feedback may guide or improve a project. Squadron 16, said he looks to the forum thesis research, independent study or study Each presentation must be sponsored as an opportunity to improve his skills in The Second Annual Colorado Springs abroad and receive valuable feedback by at least one faculty member willing to presenting technical information. Undergraduate Research Forum, co-spon- from established scholars in their field. assist with the writing of the abstract and “This is an important skill to possess sored by the University of Colorado at Students also learn important writing preparation of the presentation, and may prove useful should I become an Colorado Springs, the Academy and skills by composing the abstract required Dr. Self said. engineer in the Air Force,” said the 21-year- Colorado College, will be held on base in the application process and gain Oral sessions will consist of a 15- old electrical and computer engineering Saturday. “We expect 30 people from Colorado speaking experience in small group and minute presentation followed by a five- major from Coral Springs, Fla. College, 65 from the Academy, and 110 one-on-one settings. By participating in minute discussion period. Poster sessions Cadet 1st Class Daniel Carroll, Cadet from UCCS,” said Dr. Brian Self, the the Forum, students expand the abilities will be arranged in an “open house” format Squadron 11, thinks participation in the Academy’s lead organizer. necessary for success in the job market and where students discuss their work with research conference is going to look great The forum, in Fairchild Hall’s third in graduate school. scholars and peers on an individual or on his resume. floor lectinars, is an opportunity for under- Participation in the Forum is open to small group basis. Participants will be “It is also a great way to show my graduate students to develop and polish all Academy, UCCS and Colorado College able to walk from presentation to presen- research to other professionals,” said the 21- skills involved in presenting their academic undergraduate students. tation. All accepted abstracts will be year-old mechanical engineer major from work in a formal setting. Presentations by both individuals or published in the Colorado Springs Northville, Mich. “It is a good forum to gain Using either poster or oral format, small groups will be permitted. Work in Undergraduate Review. experience briefing people on my research.”
• The single most important part of your character and the very foundation of the military profession is integrity. Ref: p. 8, para 1.4.1 • Service Before Self is a concept that motivates us to carry out the duties defined by our superiors despite personal risk, danger, or inconvenience. Ref: p. 9, para 1.4.2 The Cadet Sight Picture (Cadet Wing Manual 36-3501) provides an insight into the day- to-day requirements for cadets.
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WMSD: Women in the Military Self-Diagnosis Project Academy Spirit May 6, 2005 9 TSP open season ends July 1 By Gerry J. Gilmore Employees Retirement System can contribute up to 15 American Forces Press Service percent in 2005. From 2006 on, no limit will apply to any participants in TSP. WASHINGTON — Defense Department civilians and Another TSP change also slated to start July 1 gives partic- servicemembers building tax-free retirement accounts through ipants the choice of having a financial manager automati- the Thrift Savings Plan soon will be able to change their invest- cally adjust how funds are invested as market conditions ment options at any time instead of just twice a year. change, officials said. Current biannual TSP “open season” investment-choice ”They’ll move you from equities to bonds when you need windows will end July 1, said Army Lt. Col. Janet Fenton, to,” Colonel Fenton said, which should assist participants in executive director of the Armed Forces Tax Council. TSP maximizing their contributions. participants, she said, will be able to switch their retirement Servicemembers have been eligible to establish tax-free account options at any time. TSP retirement accounts since January 2002, she said. Measuring Up Colonel Fenton said “there’s not going to be the two open Establishing a TSP account is a good idea even for those BALAD AIR BASE, Iraq — Airman 1st seasons during the year” where people can sign up for the servicemembers who do not serve long enough to qualify Class Casey Culver gauges a fuel retirement savings and investment program, change their for a pension, Colonel Fenton said. TSP funds accumulated bladder for inventory here. The contribution levels or change investment options. during military service, she said, can be transferred to partic- Airmen of the 332nd Expeditionary Military people and civilians covered by the Civil Service ipating federal agency TSPs if a departing servicemember Logistics Readiness Squadron’s fuels management flight monitor Retirement System can contribute up to 10 percent of their takes a government civilian job. and sample fuel to ensure it is suit- paycheck to establish tax-free retirement accounts that grow TSP savings can also be rolled into nongovernment able for aircraft use. (Photo by from accumulated savings and investments in bonds, stocks civilian employers’ individual retirement accounts, the Senior Airman Colleen Wronek) and international funds. Employees covered by the Federal colonel said. Academy graduate named Cadet of the Year By Air Force Print News the U.S. Air Force Academy. The award As cadet wing commander, she University. was established in 2000 by the private commanded more than 4,000 cadets and Recipients of the award receive the WASHINGTON — Second Lt. British Air Squadron organization in tribute is the second female cadet wing Millennium Sword, which is kept on perma- Delavane Diaz was named the British Air to the U.S. military’s support of the United commander in academy history. nent display in the Pentagon. The sword Squadron’s 2004 Cadet of the Year during Kingdom. Lieutenant Diaz graduated with a 3.95 is a symbol of the enduring British- an April 28 ceremony at the Pentagon. At the Academy, she was a cadet wing grade point average and received a degree American friendship. Lieutenant Diaz was honored for her commander, NCAA athlete, Academic in astronautical engineering. She is Lieutenant Diaz is the fifth recipient performance as a cadet while enrolled at All-American and Rhodes scholar. pursuing two masters degrees at Oxford of the award.
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Judith Lombeida, In the remote and underprivileged town of Bambil an Academy physician and Desecho, the medics provided free medical treatment to the officer in charge of the an average of 800 patients each day. exercise. Working in temperatures of more than 85 degrees The U.S. Southern with humidity above 50 percent, the medical team worked Command medical readi- tirelessly to treat more than 7,400 patients. The treatment ness training exercise provided included: dental services, optometry screening program conducts exer- and glasses, pediatric care, obstetrics and gynecology cises throughout Latin services, anti-parasitic treatment and family practice America in various coun- care. Patients from surrounding towns came to Bambil tries to provide much- Desecho by bus from many miles away, braving the heat needed medical care to and large crowds who waited for their opportunity to people in remote areas and receive free medical treatment. also train military medical From April 4 – 13, the medical team, made up of personnel to work in 14 highly skilled doctors and technicians, traveled an hour austere environments. each way to reach the treatment site where they assisted During the treatment, patients who had a myriad of illnesses, from aches and medically trained Air Force pains to life-threatening infections. people diagnosed illnesses, “We know that we saved the lives of three children provided medicines to Maj. (Dr.) Timothy Mazzola examines a patient with a knee injury. (Courtesy Photo) during this exercise. These kids were brought to us so patients, referred patients to the Ecuadorian Air Force Maj. Robin Fontenot, the team dentist, said that the sick that they would not have made it without the quick clinic for surgeries and educated patients in preventa- relationship that they built with the local community antibiotic treatment that they received in our car,” said tive medicine relating to sanitation and the use of was important for the team’s success during this exercise. Tech. Sgt. Bryan Haan, the noncommissioned officer in sunglasses to protect against cataracts which are common “This is my second year in South America on a MEDRETE charge of the exercise. in this area. The Ecuadorian Air Force provided free surg- and last year we were in Suriname at 10 different sites,” The medical team was assisted by Ecuadorian physi- eries during the MEDRETE for those patients who were the dentist said. “There are advantages and disadvantages cians from surrounding communities and medical staff referred for surgery by the medical team. from the Ecuadorian Air Force Academy Clinic in the At the end of the exercise, local community leaders to both types of MEDRETES [staying at one site versus nearby community of Salinas. from towns surrounding Bambil Desecho held a formal visiting many], but with our exercise here, the advantage “The team [from the U.S. Air Force Academy] was closing ceremony for the medical team that helped so was that we had gotten to know these people and it was very excited and enthusiastic to be involved in a human- many of their citizens. a much more meaningful exercise and closing ceremony.” Academy medical team interacts with Ecuador cadets Capt. Sarah Schwennesen Salinas, the team stayed in the town overnight and trav- in the Ecuadorian Air Force and soon you will learn crit- Public Affairs - U.S. Military Group eled to and from the training site in Bambil Desecho, ical job expertise that will soon yield respect. You are Ecuador. The Ecuadorian Air Force Academy provided entrusted with this respect to lead by example and use SALINAS, Ecuador — Air Force Academy medical transportation for the 10-day training exercise. respect in your dealings with your superiors and your personnel visited with cadets from the Ecuadorian Air The medical team worked with doctors from the subordinates.” Force Academy while deployed to Ecuador for a Medical Ecuadorian Academy clinic during the exercise to provide Tech. Sgt. Bryan Haan shared his views on the role Readiness Training Exercise in Salinas. local citizens with much-needed medical aid at no charge. of the noncommissioned officers in the U.S. Air Force The training exercise was scheduled in Salinas due On the last day of the exercise, the U.S. medical team as he addressed the cadets. “For me, and for the American to the medical needs of the people in the Guayas province was invited to the Ecuadorian Air Force Academy to noncommissioned officers, the job of a good NCO is to and it was only by coincidence that the Academy discuss leadership, teamwork and Academy experiences ensure that all tasks are completed in a timely manner medical team was able to interact with Ecuadorian with the cadets here. Col..Judith Lombeida, Academy and to ensure that orders are executed effectively and fully. Academy cadets. physician and the officer in charge of the MEDRETE, You are charged with delegating responsibilities as neces- Though the exercise was not held in the city of worked with Lt. Col. Thomas Endara, the officer in charge sary and NCOs will ensure that the mission is completed of the corps of cadets, to address the Ecuadorian cadets. successfully.” “You are the future of the Air Force and the future The Ecuadorian military is focused on restructuring of this country. It is wonderful to see all of the oppor- the military structure and educating the NCO corps and tunities that you will have as you become officers in the officers in techniques that empower the NCOs to take Ecuadorian Air Force,” said Col. Lombeida. Two members an active role in the success of their mission. The visit of the medical team spoke with the cadets about their by the U.S. Air Force Academy medical personnel served experiences in the Air Force. to illustrate the strong bonds that the U.S. military has Maj. Dayton Kobayoshi, another Air Force doctor fostered with its NCO corps and the trust that exists and a 1993 U.S. Air Force Academy graduate, presented between these professional groups. his views on teamwork and what it means to be a Lt. Col. Endara said that he was most impressed by good leader. the MEDRETE because it illustrated the different roles “Something that I learned while at our Air Force of the military. Livestock is inoculated during 10th Medical Academy was the value of teamwork,” said Major “The spirit of service here has helped thousands of Group’s Medical Readiness Training Exercise in Kobayoshi. “Use your classmates like your brothers and people and it shows that the Air Force mission is not just Ecuador. (Courtesy Photo) enjoy your time together. You are trained to be leaders flying airplanes,” he said. Academy Spirit May 6, 2005 SPORTS 11 Men’s tennis records Mountain West Conference upset By Jerry Cross and Jonathan Sanchez wrapped up the match with a 6- Athletic Media Relations 0, 6-3 decision over Alexander at No. 6. The other three singles matches were then halted at that time. The Air Force men’s tennis team recorded Buck, who won the first set, 6-2, against Roshan one of the biggest upsets in the history of the before his match was stopped, is hoping to advance to Mountain West Conference Championships the NCAA Championships in singles as well. The junior, last week as the sixth-seeded Falcons, who who earned his third consecutive all-MWC selection were winless in their five conference regular earlier this week, is 25-3 overall this season and 21-1 in season matches, defeated the No. 3 seed dual matches, all at the No. 1 position. He is currently New Mexico, 5-2, in the tournament’s first ranked No. 60 in the country and has an 18-match round in San Diego, Calif. Unfortunately, the winning streak. Falcons lost in the semifinals to No. 2 seed The Academy’s 18 wins this season are the second- BYU, 4-0. most since the 2000 season, and the Falcons posted 15 Air Force, which finished the season wins or more for the 27th time in the last 29 seasons. with an 18-10 record, won five of the six Head coach Rich Gugat finished his 31st year at Air Force singles matches after losing the doubles with a career record of 690-208, the second-most victo- point against New Mexico. UNM’s No. 1 ries by any active Division I coach. doubles team of Ryan Stotland and David Kowalski, ranked 14th in the country, defeated 31st-ranked Shannon Buck and Tyler Tennis Results McClung, 8-3. New Mexico also captured No. 6 Air Force 5, No. 3 New Mexico 2 the No. 3 match as Eric Conklin and Derek April 28, 2005, San Diego, Calif. Boland beat AFA’s pair of Justin Lau and MWC Championships – First Round Robby Alexander, 8-5. The No. 2 match was Singles 1. Shannon Buck (AF) def. Max Jones, 6-1, 6-3 not completed. 2. Ryan Stotland (UNM) def. Tyler McClung, 4-6, 6-2, 6-2 Buck led the charge in singles for Air 3. Trevor Johnson (AF) def. David Kowalski, 2-6, 6-3, 6-3 Force, disposing of Max Jones, 6-1, 6-3, at 4. Chris Dong (AF) def. Kamil Pajkowski, 7-5, 6-2 the No. 1 position for his 18th consecutive 5. Justin Lau (AF) def. Eric Conklin, 4-6, 6-2, 7-5 victory. He is now 25-2 overall and 21-1 in 6. Robby Alexander (AF) def. Derek Boland, 7-5, 6-1 dual matches. Chris Dong and Alexander Doubles also posted straight-set victories for the 1. Stotland/Kowalski (UNM) def. Buck/McClung, 8-3 Falcons. Dong won the No. 4 match, 7-5, 6- 2. Dong/Johnson (AF) vs. Jones/Pajkowski, Did Not Finish 2, over Kamil Pajkowski, while Alexander Falcon Senior Tyler McClung on UNM’s Tennis Court. McClung 3. Conklin/Boland (UNM) def. Lau/Alexander, 8-5 avenged a defeat earlier this season to Boland has been named to the all-Mountain West Conference men’s singles tennis team (Courtesy Photo) No. 2 BYU 4, No. 6 Air Force 0 by winning at the No. 6 spot, 7-5, 6-1. April 29, 2005, San Diego, Calif. UNM’s Stotland came from behind to defeat McClung consecutive match. The Academy’s top team of Buck and MWC Championships - Semifinals at No. 2, 4-6, 6-2, 6-2, so Air Force needed to win one McClung prevailed at the No. 1 spot, defeating Nima Singles of the last two matches on the court to post the upset. Roshan and Jose Lechuga, 8-3. Buck and McClung, 1. Shannon Buck (AF) vs. Nima Roshan, 6-2, 2-1 DNF Trevor Johnson (No. 3) and Justin Lau (No. 6) each lost ranked 31st in the country, hope to advance to the NCAA 2. James Ludlow (BYU) def. Tyler McClung, 6-1, 7-5 his first set, but rallied to win the second set and Johnson Championships with an impressive 19-3 overall record 3. Trevor Johnson (AF) vs. Jeff Das, 6-6, DNF clinched the match for the Falcons with an exciting 2- and a 14-2 mark at the No. 1 position. 4. Chris Dong (AF) vs. Shane LaPorte, 6-7 DNF 6, 6-2, 6-2 win over Kowalski. For good measure, Lau After playing so well in singles against New Mexico 5. Chip Hand (BYU) def. Justin Lau, 6-1, 6-0 6. Jonathan Sanchez (BYU) def. Robby Alexander, 6-0, 6-3 also won his match, beating Boland, 4-6, 6-2, 7-5. on Thursday, Air Force struggled on Friday. BYU clinched Doubles The second-seeded BYU Cougars made sure that Air the match with straight-set victories at the Nos. 2, 5 and 1. Buck/McClung (AF) def. Roshan/Jose Lechuga, 8-3 Force didn’t post its second straight upset by taking an 6 spots. The Cougars’ Chip Hand led things off with a 2. Dominik Kaufhold/Ludlow (BYU) def. Dong/Johnson, 8-5 early 1-0 lead with victories at No. 2 and 3 doubles as 6-1, 6-0 romp over Lau at No. 5. James Ludlow followed 3. Hand/LaPorte (BYU) def. Lau/Alexander, 8-4 Air Force failed to win the doubles point for the eighth suit at the No. 2 position, downing McClung, 6-1, 7-5
By Athletic Media Relations three years it has been given. Laura No. 1 position. She teamed with Kat Bushey earns Nigro won it the first two years. sophomore Karissa Walker for 17 Air Force junior Kat Bushey was Bushey, from Wilmington, Del., doubles wins as well. Mountain West awarded the Mountain West earned the award for her on and off Off the court, Bushey carries a Conference Women’s Tennis the court contributions as a member 3.07 grade-point average while Conference Tennis Sportsmanship Award at the league’s of the Falcon tennis squad. On the majoring in aeronautical engineering championship banquet in San Diego, court, she compiled 16 wins overall and is a two-time selection to the Sportsmanship Award Calif. Air Force has won the award all in singles competition and 11 at the MWC all-academic team. Ultimate Frisbee Team in Regional Championship
By the Academy Spirit staff year’s 8th place finish,” said Captain Polsgrove. The competition will feature the top 16 men’s The Academy will host the Southwest College and women’s college ultimate teams from the south- Regional Ultimate Frisbee Championship western U.S., including defending national cham- Tournament on Saturday and Sunday at the cadet pion and currently #2-ranked CU-Boulder, as well intramural athletic fields. as perennial powerhouses UC-Santa Barbara Regionals are the “Sweet 16” of the national (currently ranked #9 in the nation) and UC-San college championship series and only the top two Diego (#20). teams will advance to the National Championship AFU begins its quest Saturday morning at 9:30 Tournament in Beaverton, Oregon on May 27-28, a.m. and will play at least four round-robin games said Capt. Daniel Polsgrove, event coordinator. before the day is over. Play resumes Sunday “Air Force Ultimate comes into regionals with morning at 9:30 a.m. with the elimination bracket Team captain senior David Belsheim after releasing the 14 victories, more than the club team has amassed and will continue until a regional champion is disc, leads Air Force Ultimate into this weekend’s regional in any single season since being established in crowned that afternoon. championships. (Photo by Cadet 4th Class Evan Erickson) 1992—and has every intention of bettering last The public is welcome and admission is free. Academy Spirit 12 May 6, 2005
INTERCOLLEGIATE HOME EVENTS Bragging rights at stake for Cycling Conference Today Falcon Baseball vs. UNLV 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. By Butch Wehry Team time trials are 2:30 – 5:30 Field Academy Spirit staff p.m., with four rider teams riding two Track & Field vs. 3 p.m. – 6:30 Outdoor AF Twilight Invit. p.m. Track laps totalling 20.75 miles indepen- Bragging rights are still at stake dently along the Academy’s Stadium Saturday for the Rocky Mountain Collegiate Boulevard. Soccer Cycling Conference with an expected M Soccer vs. Alumni 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday’s 8 a.m. to noon race Stadium 120 racers this Saturday and Sunday. will see the riders doing six laps Falcon “The cadet team has done well Baseball vs. UNLV 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. totaling 63 miles, and climbing more Field enough this season to already qualify than 6,000 feet, Colonel York said. Sunday six riders for the National “A few strong riders will take a Falcon Championships,” said Lt. Col. Baseball vs. UNLV Noon – 3 p.m. Field George York, Academy Cycling Team risk and try to break away from the OTHER EVENTS officer in charge. group,” he said. “Because of the Saturday Saturday’s events start at the many steep hill climbs, it will be hard for the group to stay together, Pinnacle – Line Athletic New Life Church parking lot, with 8 a.m. – Noon Challenge (Make-Up) Fields racers providing excitement for spec- so many breakaways are expected.” Cadets race at the Pike’s Peak SW Reg. Coll. Ult. Athletic tators with laps around a one mile The top 3 placing riders will 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. International Raceway April 9. The Frisbee Tourn Fields receive awards and points for their loop with tight turns. Categories are Rocky Mountain Collegiate Cycling Sunday men’s expert, intermediate and teams for each of the categories. Conference Championships is Saturday SW Reg. Coll. Ult. Athletic beginner and women’s expert and Motorists are warned to be on the and Sunday. (Photo by Cadet 1st Class 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Frisbee Tourn. Fields intermediate. look out for cyclists. Peter Shayhorn)
34th TRW takes second was the 34th TRW pushed to three games all Air Force Volleyball team, teammate Desmond Biava served out the second as Terry Sheppard guided her team to an Doug Kline played volleyball at Penn match and was helped by numerous kills volleyball championship undefeated season. Husband Pat took State, and Ferrelle Smith and Pat Sheppard by Mafi and Mike McLaughlin. over many of the coaching responsibili- and Jen Block have years of college and In the rally game, the training wing By Dave Costilla ties this year while Terry is expecting varsity experience. started out quick as Sheppard set both 10th Mission Support Group their second child. In the final match of the season, the Allton and Kline for kill shots and the As with the hospital game and 34th TRW won the first match 25-21, as teams rotated sides at 8-3. Ferrelle The 34th Training Wing took their throughout the season, Pat would align the Ferrelle Smith had one serving ace and Smith served out the last three points, second consecutive volleyball competitive players and assign who was setting and scored 7 points on his serve, Hospital as the Training Wing kept their winning base championship defeating the Medics, who was to spike. The training wing had bounced back as Tevita Mafi, the Medics streak alive, defeating the Medics 15- their toughest competition of the season, some key components that ensured they coach, rallied his troops. Mafi has 30 years 8. The Fitness Center is working on a to complete the season at 15-0. would not lose. One of their players, Craig of volleyball experience, including one military-city championship, tentatively Only twice throughout the season Allton was a participant on the 1993-95 year on the all Air Force Volleyball team planned for May. CHA-CHING •• ∪ Def. (cha-ching) Slang used when someone’s action will result in more money.
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By Master Sgt. Kimberly Spencer more than 5,000 music therapists. elor’s degree in classical guitar perfor- enthusiasm were contagious,” Ms. Jones 59th Medical Wing Public Affairs Association officials set the education mance from Northern Arizona University said. “We could see the music is (helping) and clinical training standards for music and has worked in the clinical music the patients and that the program would LACKLAND AFB, Texas (AFPN) therapists. therapy setting for more than three years. add to the quality of care here.” — Have you ever found yourself tapping Patients are often in a state of stress, “Initially, as a music student in Music therapists assess emotional your foot or bobbing your head when officials said. Concern and worry because Arizona, I was looking for a place to well-being, physical health, social func- listening to upbeat music? It is nearly of their illness are compounded with play and came across a flier on music tioning, communication abilities and impossible for most of us to sit perfectly unfamiliar noises, disruptive sleep therapy,” she said. “As I looked into it, cognitive skills through musical still when we hear a beat we like. patterns and loneliness. something just clicked, and I knew it responses, officials said. They design Similarly, a softer, slower rhythm Music therapy is used to alleviate was the right fit for me.” music sessions for individuals and groups can be calming and relaxing. pain in addition to anesthesia or pain Sergeant Pralle received her training based on client needs. These involuntary motor responses medication, elevate patients’moods and in Flagstaff, Ariz. and began her intern- “What I do is not a performance,” to external rhythms are what researchers counteract depression, promote move- ship. She moved here in December to Sergeant Pralle said. “I’m like musical said led them to examine the idea of ment for physical rehabilitation, calm or attend the 15-month course. After settling wallpaper. I try to blend into the setting, using music as a healing influence. sedate, counteract apprehension or fear, into a routine as a student, she inquired being as unobtrusive as possible. I play Recently begun at Wilford Hall and lessen muscle tension. about a music therapy program, hoping music at 60 beats per minute, the most Medical Center, music therapy as a disci- “Therapeutic music is proven to to volunteer her services. therapeutic range.” pline started after World War I when increase the body’s production of endor- She worked with Maryland Jones, Just like trying to keep still when community musicians of all types went phins, which promote a sense of both the 59th Medical Wing’s volunteer around fun, up-tempo music, breathing to veterans’hospitals around the country emotional and physical well-being,” said services office director. and heart rates will slow when exposed to play for the thousands of veterans Staff Sgt. Hannah Pralle, a student in “Ms. Jones…was already interested to external, periodic rhythms, she said. suffering both physical and emotional the medical center’s cardiopulmonary in the area of therapeutic music, having This triggers a relaxation response, bene- trauma from the war. course who is pursuing certification in purchased CD and cassette players so fiting the circulatory, nervous and diges- The patients’ positive physical and music therapy. “It can actually reach the music could be played for patients in the tive systems. emotional responses to music led the patient on a cellular level, with vibrations intensive care units. She was very much “I actually like it when my audience doctors and nurses to ask for musicians effecting resonance and frequencies in the aware of the benefits of a therapeutic falls asleep,” Sergeant Pralle said. in the hospitals; however, the musicians human body. The music promotes relax- music program and worked directly with “Sleeping helps promote healing on a needed some training to make the process ation, which allows the doctor’s treat- the hospital staff to set up the program,” physical, spiritual and emotional level.” work properly, creating a demand for a ment to be more effective, speeding up Sergeant Pralle said. For more information on music college curriculum. The first music the healing process.” “Sergeant Pralle’s dedication and therapy, visit the American Music Therapy therapy degree program was begun at Sergeant Pralle is an Arizona Air Association’s Web site. Michigan State University in 1944. National Guardsman. She has a bach- The American Music Therapy Association, founded in 1998, represents
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Organ Recital Teen summer program Flying lessons Academy organist Joseph Galema The Falcon Trail Youth Center offers The Academy Aero Club offers an performs May 15 at 3 p.m. in the Cadet a summer program for teens 12-14 starting Introduction to Flying course May 21 at Chapel. Included will be works by J. S. June 6. Activities cost $60 per week; field 9 a.m. A $69 fee covers basic flight prin- Bach, Berveiller, Dupre, Jackson, Mathias, trips are an additional cost. Call Jann ciples and aircraft controls, and includes Tourenmire, Van Der Horst, and Vierne. Thomas at 333-4544 to register. an aircraft flying handbook. Participants The program is free and open to the public. Mother’s Day Brunch will also take a short flight after the instruc- tion. Call 333-4542 to sign up. 2005 Mandatory information The Tavern on the Ridge all ranks assurance training restaurant at the Officers’Club is holding a Mother’s Day brunch Sunday. Seating Tricare extends benefits The Academy has been tasked to is available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Member The Tricare Retiree Dental Program complete information assurance training Financial Planning price is $18.95, children 4-12 $9.50. Call now waives the 12-month waiting period on the Air Force Portal by May 10. Users A free presentation on financial plan- 333-4253 for reservations. for major services for all traditional Guard ning is offered Tursday at 7 p.m. in the should contact their Workgroup Manager and Reserve retirees (and their family conference room at the Family Support for specific directions and questions. Award nominations due members) who enroll within 120 days Center. The 30 minute presentation and Q. Nominations for the 2005 National after their retirement date. This new waiver Top 3 meeting & A. session is presented by financial Association for the Advancement of will also be applied retroactively to Feb. The Academy Top 3 meeting is planners from the Personal Financial Colored People Roy Wilkins Renown 1, 2004, for all dental claims that qualify Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Milazzo Enlisted Management Office. Seating is limited to Service Award are due May 19. for this new benefit. For more information, 30 people and available by reservation Club. Annual elections will be held at Nominations should cover significant that time. All Master Sergeant selects and visit www.trdp.org, or call 888-838-8737. only. Call 333-3444 to reserve a seat. accomplishments and contributions made above are welcome to attend. For more from 2003 to the present. Contact Master information contact Senior Master Sgt. GI Bill reimbursement School sports physicals Sgt. Lawrence Lewis at 333-4258 for Personnel who entered active duty Dennis Ippoliti at 333-1586. more information. Appointments for physicals start June after June 30, 1985, and who enrolled in 14 for youth assigned to Academy Family Vacation Bible school the Montgomery GI Bill program can Practice. Appointments are available for Elk hunting applications Vacation Bible school is June 6-10 The Academy offers guided cow elk receive a reimbursement up to Tuesday and Thursday afternoons and from 5 to 7:30 pm at the Community hunting during the 2005-2006 hunting $1,004/month of tuition for 36 months some Saturdays. Center Chapel. Open to children age four season. Interested hunters must apply at when claiming benefits upon retirement Call 333-2273 for appointments. Youth through 5th grade. Call 333-3300 the Academy’s Outdoor Recreation Center or separation. For more information on assigned to the Pediatric Clinic should to register. (Building 5136) during the month of May. MGIB benefits log on to the GI Bill Web call 264-5000 for appointments in Pediatric There is a non-refundable $6 application site at www.gibill.va.gov or visit the Clinic. Tricare does not pay for school Cyclists on base fee. Successful applicants, selected by Academy Education Center. and sports physicals. Personnel PCSing The Rocky Mountain Cycling drawing, will be contacted by the Natural into the Academy should wait until arrival; Conference Championship races are being Resources office to schedule their hunt. New classifieds policy new schools generally will not accept out hosted by the Academy Saturday and Hunters must also receive a mandatory Active-duty and Department of of area documentation. Sunday. Remember to share the road with safety briefing, pay a $25 base access fee, Defense personnel who wish to place a free the cyclists when driving around the base. and purchase a state “additional” cow elk classified ad in the Academy Spirit must license. For more details, contact Natural now contact our publisher. Fax the ad to Resources at 333-3308. PC gaming party 634-5157, attention Emily or Tammy, or The Academy PC Gamers Club is email the ad to [email protected]. hosting a Local Area Network gaming Commissary sale Remember to include your address and party May 28 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. at The Academy Commissary holds a phone number with your ad. CADET CHAPEL the Milazzo Club. Dedicated servers will case lot sale May 14 from 9 a.m. to 5 Catholic Masses: be available to play first-person shooter p.m. and May 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. and other types of computer games. Save up to 53 percent on a wide variety In Town Protestant Services: Admission is free. For more information, of household goods. Sunday 9 a.m. (Traditional) visit www.academygamers.com. Sunday 11 a.m. (Contemporary) BRAT camp Bowl-a-thon Sunday 11 a.m. (Liturgical) Marketing Yourself for a A second meeting to plan a “Basic The 2005 Bowl For Kids Sake event Sunday 12:45 p.m (Inspirational) Recreation Adventure Training” summer is May 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Jewish Services Second Career camp for kids takes place Thursday at Peak Bowling Center, 2861 N. Prospect. Sunday 9:30 a.m. Guest speaker, Retired Army Col. 5:30 p.m. in the outdoor recreation center One hundred four-person teams are needed 2nd Friday of the Month 6:30 a.m. Dick Crampton, talks about making the Orthodox Services conference room. Call 333-2940 for more to raise donations for each pin scored. transition from military service June 3 Sunday 9:30 a.m. information. All donations go to funding Big Brothers from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Military spouses are COMMUNITY CENTER CHAPEL welcome. Call 333-3444 to sign up. Seats Federal insurance program Big Sisters. For more information, call Lt. Catholic Masses: Col. Frank Williams at 282-4333 or BBBS are limited. The Long-Term Care Security Act of Saturday 5 p.m. at 633-2443. Sunday 8:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. 2000 provides active and retired members Military spouses information of the uniformed services, federal Religious Ed (Sun) 9:30 a.m. to City hike 10:45 a.m. An information meeting for Air Force employees and their qualified relatives the Protestant Services: spouses takes place May 17 at the Officers’ opportunity to apply for coverage at group The Falcon Wanderers Volksmarch Sunday 9:15 a.m. (Inspirational Gospel, Club from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn about rates. Call 1-800-582-3337 to request an Club celebrates its 24th anniversary Base Auditorium) programs and organizations that are vitally information kit and application or to speak Saturday with a nine-mile hike. The walk Sunday 9:45 a.m. (Traditional) important to military spouses. Meet other to a long term care insurance consultant. starts at Memorial Park. Participants can Religious Ed (Sun)11:15 a.m. to spouses and enjoy a complimentary lunch Or look online at www.LTCFEDS.com or begin any time from 8 a.m. to noon. Call 12:15 p.m. and refreshments. www.opm.gov/insure/ltc. 540-8755 for more information.
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