VOL. 46 NO.35 SEPTEMBER 1, 2006 Academy profs easy to get to, again By Academy Public Affairs
The Academy’s professors are the most accessible in the nation for the second year in a row, according to The Best 361 Colleges list, released Aug. 22 by The Princeton Review. Faculty availability is an expec- tation at the Air Force Academy, where the student-faculty ratio is 8:1, average class size is 20, and no classes are taught by teaching assis- tants. Academic departments here also staff Extra Instruction laboratories throughout the academic day, with at least one professor available each class period to help cadets tackle questions arising from their latest lessons. Academy students say their professors “are very tough on us and the curriculum itself is hard, but professors understand that as cadets Photo by Jamie Romero we are required to do more than just study for quizzes and write papers. See you on Parents Weekend Therefore, most of our instructors are A mother’s emotional good bye speaks volumes as her son entered the Academy in June. He was one of 1,352 very understanding and they try to members of the Class of 2010 who in-processed more than two months ago. After completing Basic Cadet make this place run as smoothly as Training, being accepted into the Cadet Wing and starting classes, Class 2010 welcomes its families and friends possible. There are always excep- back for Parents Weekend through Monday. For Parents Weekend activities, see Pages 13 and 14. tions, but that is all they are: Exceptions to the rule!” What Academy students say about the academics… Academy pioneer succumbs to stroke If the prospect of “seemingly impossible academic demands” piled Compiled by Academy Public Affairs for the first 10 graduating classes of the atop “mentally and physically Academy. For his innovations at the insti- demanding experiences, such as mili- Retired Brig. Gen. Robert F. tution, many of which were adopted by tary free-fall parachute training, McDermott, United States Air Force its sister service academies, he has been combat survival and evasion training” Academy Dean of the Faculty from 1956- called the “father of modern military appeals to you, you may well be 68, died Monday in San Antonio. education.” United States Air Force Academy He suffered a stroke August 17. He “We have lost an Academy legend,” material. was 86. current Dean of the Faculty Brig. Gen. The Academy “challenges every The namesake of the Academy’s Dana Born said Monday upon hearing student on every level” in its pursuit McDermott Library, he began his military the news. of “building officers who want to career as a combat pilot, operations officer Among General McDermott’s ground- serve in the United States Air Force.” and professional educator in the European breaking ideas was the “whole man” Students warn that “this is not theater during World War II. He was concept (known today as the “whole school, it is work. The training is appointed the Air Force Academy’s first person” concept) introduced in 1956, intense and sometimes demands Dean of the Faculty in 1956 by President which factors moral and leadership attrib- Air Force photo See REVIEW, Page 5 Dwight D. Eisenhower – a post he held See PIONEER, Page 4 Brig. Gen Robert F. McDermott
I N News Feature Sports S Academy Tops in Blue Record crowd I kids deploy ‘breaks-a-leg’ witnesses classic D Page 7 Pages 18-19 Page 22 E Academy Spirit 2 COMMENTARY September 1, 2006 Superintendent greets visiting parents, guests By Lt. Gen. John F. Regni You may notice your son or This year’s incoming class is the Academy Superintendent daughter is somewhat different than most diverse in Academy history, when you said goodbye earlier this boasting the most women and largest Welcome to the Air Force summer. Some changes may be number of minority students. Their Academy… your son’s or daughter’s subtle; others, not so subtle. Every diverse skills and experiences offer new home away from home. cadet has challenged his or her abili- cadets unique opportunities to learn Your support and involvement as a ties far more than they would have from and compliment each other as parent are key to your child’s success thought possible – and succeeded. they develop into global leaders at the Academy. I encourage you to I am confident that when you leave serving our nation. take full advantage of all the Parents’ here you will understand the efforts and Thank you for supporting your Weekend activities to help you see values we impart are essential for these cadet, the Air Force Academy and our first-hand how your cadet is learning cadets to prepare for the many chal- nation. Nothing is more important and growing. Take a close look at our lenges they will face as Air Force offi- than your encouragement and support. world-class military, academic, cers and leaders of the 21st Century. Savor the time with your cadet and athletic and character-development The foundation of these values rests share in their new experiences. Again, programs that push your son or upon our Air Force Core Values of we welcome you as our honored daughter beyond his or her precon- Integrity First, Service Before Self, and guests during this very special Lt. Gen. John Regni ceived limits. Excellence In All We Do. weekend. Preparatory School welcomes visitors By Col. Larry Jones characteristics, and motivation are a reflec- During Parents’ Weekend, I know you Commander, USAFA Preparatory School tion of what you have taught them. will notice growth and development in They are rising to a challenge unlike your son or daughter, although he or she Dear parents and friends, any our nation has ever faced. The crucial has only been with us a short time. That is role they will play in keeping America free only the beginning and I am confident that On behalf of the United States Air and safe, and keeping the world stable, will you will see much more growth in the Force Academy Preparatory School staff tax their strength and abilities during their months to come. and faculty, I would like to welcome you to Air Force careers. I would like to assure Please accept my sincerest thanks for the 2006 Parents’ Weekend. you that we will develop the academic, sending us this country’s finest young Your son or daughter is demonstrating military and personal skills needed for people and for your continued support of great commitment and determination by your son or daughter to become a leader of the USAFA Preparatory School. Welcome attending the USAFA Prep School. We character and a key member of the and enjoy your United States Air Force appreciate the fact that his or her values, Academy and Air Force team. Academy! Col. Larry Jones AOG welcomes newest Academy class
By James A. Shaw Core Values – Integrity First, Service Hall Projection System that you enjoy at President and CEO Before Self, and Excellence In All We each meal. This year, due to the Association of Graduates Do – are the cornerstones of the profes- generosity of graduates and parents, we sion you have chosen. These are broke ground on a Memorial Pavilion at The Association of Graduates and beacons that will guide you for the rest the cemetery. This $4 million project its more than 23,000 members extend of your life. Now more than ever the will allow us to pay proper tribute in a their congratulations to the Class of country needs leaders of character to dignified setting to our graduates and 2010 upon completion of BCT — the lead the nation. The AOG is eagerly their loved ones. We encourage you to first hurdle in your cadet careers. More waiting to see you set new standards for drive by the cemetery and see the than 38,000 graduates have endured the integrity and honor. construction of this important project rigors of BCT. It is one of the many The Association of Graduates that will be completed next spring. James Shaw cadet experiences that will bond you as stands ready to support you during your More than 50 percent of the Class a class and forever be a source of fond cadet career and for the rest of your life. of 2010 has signed up for our Life the most technologically proficient force memories and camaraderie. During the last five years, the AOG has Membership at Graduation Program and in the world. America’s citizens expect The nation is expecting great things given more than $6 million to the almost 800 parents of cadets of the the Academy to provide qualified men from your class. Your future and that of Academy for Academy and cadet Class of 2010 have joined with over half and women to lead that force in the new the country changed with the events of programs the government was unable to of them taking advantage of our special millennium. Sept. 11, 2001. Our homeland now fund. The money from donations four-year membership package. We The Association of Graduates and faces a real and constant threat of attack. funded character development encourage you and your parents to join its members are confident that the Class These are extraordinary times which programs, club activities, guest the AOG to ensure you have the same of 2010 is ready to meet the challenges demand extraordinary leadership to not speakers, foreign area studies and a host extraordinary experience that the cadets that lie ahead. only win the war against terrorism but to of other programs that make the who have gone before you had. We extend our best wishes to all of guide our economy and inspire confi- Academy experience unique and As you embark on your four-year you – and we look forward to dence in all sectors of society. special. Private donations allowed the journey, it is important to note that your welcoming you as a member of the The Academy’s and the Air Force’s AOG to assist in funding the Mitchell time here is preparing you to serve in Long Blue Line in four years.
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By Ann Patton Academy Spirit Staff
Academy cadets and graduates in Military Strategic Studies have made a name for themselves with the Model Arab League program. The program for high school and college students is sponsored by the non-profit National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations headquartered in Washington, D.C. A five-member team from the Academy participated in the Rocky Mountain Regional in February at the University of Utah. Council president and CEO Dr. John Duke Anthony urged the cadet team to participate in next year’s programs. He noted their articulate speaking, persuasive debate, resolution-writing and coalition-building skills as well Photo by Dr. Brent Talbot as teamwork, leadership and grasp of the essentials of The Academy team takes a fun evening break from the rigors of negotiating. Pictured are (from left) Arab culture. Cadets 3rd Class Micah Redfield and Travis Harvey, 2nd Lt. Julie Rachocki, 2nd Lt. Aaron Bigler and The Academy’s team accepted the invitation to Cadet 3rd Class Brian Williams. participate in both national and regional conferences next process of resolution negotiating. tition for awards can be fierce for best delegate and dele- year. One or two team members from each country are gation awards. The Academy teams have fared well in MAL students work to gain a consensus on ques- assigned to committees. These committees include the the awards department, earning more than 20 since tions real-life diplomats of the 22-member state Arab Joint Defense Council, Council on Palestinian Affairs, their first conference in 1994. They have participated League deal with. Council of Arab Social Affairs Ministers, Council on in one or both conferences every year since then. “They follow the political process and pass reso- Political Affairs and Council of Arab Environmental Cadets came home last year with the best delega- lutions,” said Dr. Brent Talbot, associate professor in Affairs Ministers. Select models may also include the tion award at the national conference. They represented military strategic studies and team leader. “It’s hands- Council of Arab Economics Ministers, Special Arab Morocco. on learning for the cadets.” Summit on the Promotion of Women, and Arab Court This year they participated only in the regional The National Council started the program as a one- of Justice. conference with five members. Second Lt. Aaron Bigler time event in 1983. Since then, it has grown to 16 “It’s interacting, negotiating, dealing with real won the best delegate award. models throughout the U.S. with 2,500 students, 200 issues. They are trying to solve real problems in a real The Mideast is frequently and poorly misunderstood. universities and secondary schools and hundreds of part of the world,” Dr. Talbot said. Dr. Talbot would like to see that change. faculty advisers participating. Resolutions passed at the MAL conference are “Americans are not well educated beyond our The MAL model is similar to other academic models made available to real-time Arab League members. borders,” he said. “The media often see the Mideast as such as the United Nations, Organization of American The Academy team represented Lebanon this year, a source of terrorism and don’t question anything beyond States and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. which Dr. Talbot said was fun because at the time of that.” Conferences begin with a keynote address and the conference Lebanon was beginning to enjoy its He stressed Islam has a rich history and culture that plenary session regarding the conference agenda. Then status as a new democracy. have contributed to the world’s cultures and should be participants break out into committees and begin the At both regional and national conferences compe- highly valued.
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AMERICANS AT THEIR BEST Academy Spirit 4 September 1, 2006 Pioneer From Page 1 chairman and CEO of USAA, an insur- ance and diversified financial services utes as well as physical and academic company, for 25 years. Since his retire- qualifications as selection criteria for ment from USAA in 1993, he had been potential students. He also designed a appointed chairman emeritus by USAA curriculum enrichment program to help and selected to the National Business each cadet advance in their fields of Hall of Fame. aptitudes and interests. His efforts led One of San Antonio’s premier civic to the accreditation of the Academy leaders, a section of Interstate 10 and a before its first class graduated in 1959, local elementary school bear his name. the establishment of an astronautical He was president of the San Antonio research laboratory and programs for Chamber of Commerce. exceptional cadets to continue with At the time of his death he was graduate-level education. serving as Distinguished Executive-in- The Academy Cadet Wing learned Residence at the University of the of General McDermott’s passing in a Incarnate Word, Chairman of the prepared statement read Monday from Riverwalk Jazz National Advisory Board the Staff Tower at Mitchell Hall during (he was an accomplished trombone the noon meal formation. player) and was on the Board of Air Force photo The statement read in part, “It is Directors for BioNumerik General McDermott flew 61 combat missions while serving in the European with great sadness we announce our Pharmaceuticals, Inc. theater during World War II. Air Force Academy’s first Dean of the In addition, he was on the Board of Faculty and one of our Academy’s Trustees of the Association of Graduates founders, Brig. Gen. Robert F. of West Point, a trustee for the Falcon McDermott, recently passed away. The Foundation at the Air Force Academy U.S. Air Force Academy expresses its and a member of the Chancellor’s deepest condolences to General Council of the University of Texas McDermott’s family and friends. system. General McDermott’s vision and fore- General McDermott is survived by sight laid much of the foundation for his wife, the former Marion Slemon of today’s Air Force Academy and his Colorado Springs, five children, 14 contributions will be remembered well grandchildren and 12 great-grandchil- into the future. Let us take a moment dren. of silence to recognize General San Antonio Express-News colum- McDermott’s passing and for his contri- nist Susan Yerkes wrote at the time of butions to our Air Force Academy.” General McDermott’s recent hospital-
General McDermott’s decorations ization: “Old soldiers may just fade Air Force photo include the Bronze Star, the Air Medal away. But McD’s many legacies – the Brig. Gen. Robert F. with five oak leaf clusters, and the sum of a life spent in service – will McDermott receives European Theater of Operations ribbon keep him alive in memory, even when an inscribed saber with six battle stars, as well as the that great heart finally stops.” from Cadet Wing Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion Memorial service arrangements are Commander Jerrold P. Allen, on April 28, of Merit, and Commendation Medal he pending. Condolences can be sent to 1966, in recognition of received for his meritorious staff work. Mrs. Robert McDermott, University of his pioneering inno- After retirement, General the Incarnate Word, 4301 Broadway, vations in service to McDermott went on to serve as CPO 352; San Antonio, TX, 78209. Academy education.
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By Tech. Sgt. Roel Utley of the project. He rallied a team of 75 Academy Spirit staff people from across the base to plan and execute the deployment. The children Some 50 children of Academy mili- went through a mobility processing line tary members deployed Saturday as part at the 306th FTG and received uniforms of Operation Kids to give the youngsters (Operation Kids t-shirts), dog tags, iden- an idea of what their military parents tification cards and information regarding experience during an actual deployment. their pending deployment. Like all deploy- The program, which piqued the ments, briefings followed and a look at interest of Air Education and Training static displays prepared them for the Command Commander Gen. William “long” journey to their deployed location Looney, started at Sheppard Air Force at Camp Victory in Jacks Valley. Base, Texas. The commander asked all “Operation Kids was fantastic,” said AETC bases to do something similar at Matthew Nikovits, 7-year-old son of each base during a meeting of Master Sgt. Michael Nikovits, 10th commanders, command chiefs and super- Security Forces Squadron first sergeant. Photos by Meggen Burghardt intendents. “I liked all the guns and the Humvee. I Matthew Nikovits, 7-year-old son of Master Sgt. Michael Nikovits, 10th The project here was spearheaded want to do it again next year … General Security Forces Squadron first sergeant, dressed up for the Operation Kids by the 306th Flying Training Group, an Regni said I should be a two-star by deployment in a miniature battle dress uniform with brigadier general Academy tenant unit assigned to AETC, then.” Matthew dressed up for the occa- insignia. with the support of the 10th Air Base sion in a miniature battle dress uniform David LaRivee, 34th Training Wing vice According to Sergeant Foster, the Wing and other Academy units. with brigadier general insignia. commander, the deployed commander,” event was geared toward helping children Senior Master Sgt. Steven Foster, “At Camp Victory, the children said Sergeant Foster. The children visited understand what their parents have to do 306th FTG superintendent, took charge received a welcome briefing from Col. four tent displays that featured the Office when they deploy. It gives them a shared of Special Investigations displaying their experience that creates opportunities for weapons and finger printing procedures bonding. as well as medical readiness where kids “Operation Kids is a great program,” received make up to simulate war wounds. said Sergeant Nikovits, “my son and I Another tent housed emergency manage- were able to bond on a level that is hard ment volunteers who showed people in to achieve through words alone. chemical warfare outfits while security “He learned how to wear the uniform. forces and fire department showed off He also learned how to shake, take and their weapons, ATV’s, a Humvee and salute,” Sergeant Nikovits said. Matthew fire trucks. received a coin from General Regni for “After the displays we ate lunch and being the “troop commander” for the gave the three buses a police escort to the deployment. “As the pseudo troop 306th FTG for a homecoming celebra- commander, he was the last to view the tion,” said Sergeant Foster. “At the static aircraft, last on the bus and last to homecoming, the kids marched into the receive his certificate at the home briefing room where the preparatory coming,” added Sergeant Nikovits. “He school cheerleaders and mascot, as well left understanding that the military is a as the parents and commanders, cheered family and that the higher in rank you them on. They received a welcome home become the more people you are respon- brief from Academy Superintendent Lt. sible for and that means they are taken Gen. John Regni. The kids received care of first. Thanks to all involved in Preparatory School Cadet Candidate Brandon Waites volunteered to dress certificates and a big welcome home the set-up of this event, it is a day that I up in a “Red Man Suit” and allow children like Josalyn Russell to train with a baton. cake.” will never forget.”
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By Butch Wehry dents on the Academy. Academy Spirit staff “Give yourself plenty of time to get where you want to be for that special Academy safety officials expect event involving your cadet,” said the about 8,000 parents and guests of cadets sergeant. “Be courteous and remember on the Academy and in the Colorado almost everyone here will be a visitor.” Springs area during Parents’ Weekend The intersections along Stadium and offer special driving tips. Boulevard can become hazardous with “With such a large number we expect a lot of traffic, said the veteran safety traffic congestion throughout the NCO. Academy,” said Master Sgt. Mark “Make sure you stop and look both Garner, Academy Safety Office. “Our ways before entering the intersections,” guests need to keep to the posted speed Sergeant Garner said. “Everyone must limits and don’t tailgate. Guests will be buckled in a seatbelt while driving on Photo by Butch Wehry stop anywhere at any time to take the Academy. The use of cell phones In Colorado Springs there is a don’t- “Drink plenty of water and pictures of wildlife and other sites.” on the Academy is illegal while driving. drink-and-drive campaign called “The remember the Academy sits 7,000 feet When backing in parking lots, he Drivers need to stop and pull off the Heat Is On.” There is zero tolerance for above sea level so if you get tired, stop advises special care because it is the road if they want to use their cell phones drunk drivers both on the Academy and and rest,” he said. “Enjoy your stay at number one cause of most vehicle acci- while in their vehicles.” in Colorado Springs. the Academy and make it a safe one.”
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By Academy Spirit staff mate sacrifice, stay on my bus.” Parents, some tearful, some joyous, “Wave goodbye. From now on, you crowded around the north stairs of are basic cadets.” Doolittle Hall. They saw their sons and These were the words the cadet cadre daughters march out over the Challenge used to welcome the Class of 2010 into Bridge and waved goodbye as the cadre the Academy that fateful June morning. corralled them onto the buses that would A memorable part of in-processing take them to the Hill. was meeting their cadre mentors after The 1,352 members of the Class of Photo by Dave Armer their families went home. 2010 were comprised of 1,075 men and A new arrival meets the BCT cadre Cadre drilled the basics on the bus ride 277 women. onto the Hill and reminded them of the The basics were bused into the cadet challenge and the responsibility they have area for medical processing, haircuts, taken on. clothing and equipment issue and “Welcome to basic cadet training, squadron and dormitory room assign- the first step to becoming officers in the ments. best air and space force in the world,” In-processing on day one found the continued the cadet cadre member. “One newcomers in full battle dress uniforms day, the choices you make will determine as they walked past the class wall enroute if people live or die. This is the first step to their squadrons. to learning how to make those choices. The Academy’s first cadets from Iraq, “We are not just a service academy. Afghanistan, Algeria, Rwanda, Belize We are the Academy, the top of the last and Madagascar who had arrived June 22 standing superpower. We will not accept to begin their Academy careers. anything but the best. Class of 2010, you They would meet the 19 new inter- have the ability to become great. It’s up national basic cadet trainees who in- to you. But you have a long way to go. If processed one week early to become you are not a person of integrity, get off oriented before starting basic cadet training Photo by Dennis Rogers my bus. If you are willing to make the ulti- with the Class of 2010. Basic cadets in red hats with BCT cadre members. SUBSCRIBE NOW!
Only $89 for the entire year VOL. 46 NO.33 AUGUST 18, 2006 Boyd receives honor posthumously (50 issues)
By Academy Public Affairs
Academy officials presented the 2004 Thomas D. White National Defense Award posthumously to Col. John R. Boyd at an awards ceremony Wednesday during the cadet wing’s noon meal formation at Mitchell Hall. Accepting the award on behalf of Colonel Boyd were his children, John and Mary Ellen Boyd. Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. John F. Regni Parent/grandparent discount for $55! presented the award to the Colonel Boyd’s family. A legendary fighter pilot, Colonel Boyd was known as “Forty-Second Boyd” because of his offer to pay $20 to any opponent who could evade him for more than 40 seconds in air-to-air maneuvers; none ever did. In 1962, after receiving a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Tech University, he moved to Eglin Air That’s 39% discount! Force Base, Fla., as an engineer where Photo by John Van Winkle he developed his concept of Energy Maneuverability (E-M). Straight shooter In 1965, he was awarded the Air Staff Sgt. Daniel Arens, Academy firefighter, pulls a charged water hose while attempting to knock over a vol- Force Systems Command Scientific leyball-size target during a Combat Firefighter Challenge qualifying meet in Westminster, Colo., last weekend. Achievement Award for work on The five-member team has qualified for six consecutive years and will travel to Atlanta in October for the nation- al competition. For more on the firefighters who make up the Academy team, see page 5. Energy Maneuverability. Colonel Boyd transformed the way military aircraft, in particular the F-15 and F- 16, deemed by many to be the most Top 3 rewarded for service before self successful fighter aircraft ever built, were designed through application of By Ann Patton serving with Top 3.” his innovative E-M theory. Academy Spirit Staff The approximately 120 members have Following an often turbulent mili- a long list of accomplishments. The group tary career, Colonel Boyd served as For 23 years the Academy Top 3 has instituted the Order of the Sword ceremony an unpaid Pentagon consultant where donated countless hours and talents toward to honor a selected Academy commander he worked on a new and radical theory making life better on and off base. as a leader among leaders, an Airman of conflict that, at the time, was mostly In recognition of the service organi- among Airman. ignored, but now is acclaimed as the zation’s contributions, the Top 3 has been The base picnic, now in its third year, most influential thinking about conflict awarded the Academy’s 2006 is steered by the Top 3 and is the only since Sun-Tzu. His “OODA Loop” Distinguished Service Award to be annual event bringing all Academy theory described the process by which presented during Parents’Weekend Sept. personnel together to enjoy rare down an individual or organization reacts to 1. time. Keep in touch with The Academy an event. In a briefing entitled “To be recognized for this award is a “It’s very exciting to take over the “Patterns of Conflict,” delivered huge honor,” outgoing president Senior picnic. It’s the result of a lot of team work through the years to hundreds of mili- Master Sgt. Judy Bailly, 10th Mission with everyone pitching in,” Sergeant Bailly tary and civilian officials, he broke Support Squadron, said. “I’m particu- said. See BOYD, Page 4 larly honored to be given the privilege of See TOP 3, Page 4 I N News Feature Sports S Rare feat Deployed to a 5-peat! I for prof different beat D E Page 3 Page16-17 Page 19 ✔ I would like to subscribe to the YES Academy Spirit for 1 year
VOL. 46 NO.30 JULY 28, 2006 Force Shaping Name: details released
Master Sgt. Mitch Gettle Air Force Print News
WASHINGTON — Air Force officials recently announced new force-shaping initiatives to be used to meet the required 2007 fiscal year end strength numbers. The new initiatives are designed to bring the Officer numbers down as the enlisted end-strength numbers are on target for 2007. Officials said more than 8,000 officers must sepa- rate either through normal attrition, retirement or force shaping meas- ures to achieve the required balance Address: in force. “It’s important to keep in mind what force shaping is all about; the present and future state of the Air Force,” Lt. Gen. Roger A. Brady, Deputy Chief of Staff, Manpower and Personnel, said. “We have to balance our (force) for now and the Photo by Danny Meyer coming years to have the kind of Face time with the cadre force we need to win the long war we are in now and be prepared for A cadet basic and an upper classman Basic Cadet Training Cadre member get acquainted. Most of the training whatever comes next.” now underway in Jacks Valley is being conducted by senior cadet instructors. The training concludes Aug. 5 with a 3.2 mile march back to the cadet area. See story Pages 14-15. The Air Force will look for volunteers but will also initiate invol- untary shaping programs to achieve a balanced force. The force-shaping Hantavirus prevention efforts emphasized program maximizes the Air Force’s voluntary separation authority and City: By Ann Patton Infected rodents excrete the virus in The HPS is a very rare, but extremely also allows implementation for invol- Academy Spirit staff urine, droppings and saliva. These excre- serious illness. Its fatality rate is high. untary shaping programs as needed. tions contaminate dirt and dust that More than 38 percent of reported victims The Air Force starts the 2007 The death of a military retiree on becomes airborne. Humans are infected in Colorado died. Early symptoms of HPS force-shaping program with three vacation July 19 at the Academy’s by breathing in airborne particles of the include fever, headache, muscle pain, tools to lower the number of active Peregrine Pines FamCamp, was confirmed virus in contaminated dirt. severe abdominal, joint and lower back duty officers. These three initiatives July 21 as the first fatality related to the Known carriers of HPS in North pain, nausea and vomiting. A cough and are Voluntary Separation Pay (VSP), Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome in El America are the deer mouse, the white- shortness of breath usually follows in one Selective Early Retirement Board Paso County. footed mouse, the rice rat and the cotton to five days after the early symptoms. (SERB) and a fiscal 2007 Force There have been 48 cases of HPS in rat. Every rodent within these species, Fluid build-up in the lungs can progress Shaping Board (FSB). Under U.S. Colorado between 1993 and 2005, and however, is not necessarily a carrier. to respiratory failure. Code Title 10, the Secretary of the more than 400 cases have been confirmed The Colorado Department of Public The Colorado Department of Public Air Force has authority to use these in the United States. The virus got its Health and Environment reports increased Health and Environment estimates that force-shaping tools. name from the Hantaan River in Korea populations of some rodent hosts of from the time of infection to time symp- The VSP incentive will be where the disease was first located. Hantaviruses in some areas of the toms begins ranges from one to six weeks offered to line of the Air Force offi- Col. Christian Benjamin, commander state,because of increased vegetation as with an average of two to three weeks. cers (including judge advocates), of the 10th Aerospace Medicine Squadron, a result of wetter than usual weather. Deer Rolling up the welcome mat to unin- and chaplains with more than six said he believes the military retiree mice and other HPS carriers are generally vited rodents is the best solution for State: Zip: and no more than exactly 12 years contracted the virus after cleaning a not found in urban or suburban settings preventing HPS. Seal up gaps or holes of service to encourage their sepa- confined space underneath his recre- but in rural or semi-rural Colorado loca- around kitchen cabinets, closets, doors, See FORCE SHAPING, Page 3 ational vehicle or trailer. tions. See HANTAVIRUS, Page 4
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VOL. 46 NO.29 JULY 21, 2006 State Games needs volunteers Colorado Springs By Wayne Amann Academy Spirit Editor
The success of a sporting event depends, in large part, on the hard work of folks behind the scenes. The Sports Corp needs volunteers Military Newspaper Group for several sports at the Rocky Mountain State Games Aug. 4-6 in Colorado Springs and Denver. Organized and managed by the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, the 2006 RMSG offers competition in 31 E. Platte Ave, Suite 300, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 29 sports for all ages and abilities. The Academy will be the primary venue with the U.S. Olympic Training Center and Fort Carson among other Colorado Springs sites. Volunteers are needed for these sports and venues: (719) 634-3223 x215 Fax: (719) 634-5157 • Track and Field (Academy) Aug. 5 and 6 • Flag Football (Academy) Aug. 6 • Basketball (Rampart High School, Pine Creek High School, Hillside Community Center), Aug. 4-6 • Volleyball (Colorado College) Aug. 5 Photo by Dennis Rogers • Beach volleyball (Sharky’s Bar & Pull!!! Grill/The Sandpits) Aug. 6 Cadet Basic Trainee Juliana Jacobellis shouts encouragement as CBT Angelica Figueroa anchors the rope dur- • Field hockey (Colorado College) ing the Field Day omen’s tug of war at the Academy on Saturday. The Barbarians Flight females won. The event Or pay by credit card. Aug. 4-6 fostered teamwork for the cadet basic trainees. See story, Pages 18-19. • Triathlon (Prospect Lake/Memorial Park) Aug. 5 • Power lifting (Fort Carson) Aug. 6 • Ticket sales: Basketball at Rampart HS, Pine Creek HS and Hillside CC Training future cadets is ‘exciting, noble’ Aug.4-6 By Butch Wehry 1982. “There are now four tracts within • Martial arts (Doubletree Hotel) Academy Spirit staff the mathematics curriculum determined Aug.6 by placement testing and student • Athlete bag stuffers: Today, Monday Col. Larry Jones looked back in performance during the academic year.” and July 28, at the Garden Pavilion, retrospect on the Academy Preparatory He spoke of refining the preflight Penrose House, 1661 Mesa Ave. School he took command of in May. course, which was introduced last year. State Games volunteers receive a Of the 256 cadet candidates, 62 are “This course is designed to teach State Games tee-shirt and meals at the prior enlisted people, another 62 are students how to take personal responsi- venue where they handle their assign- females. bility for their academic performance,” ments, plus a free ticket to the Opening He could reaffirm his school’s he said. “It includes self-management Ceremonies on Aug. 4, at the Colorado commitment to continually update techniques and specific blocks of instruc- Springs World Arena. programs to provide the best pre- tion on how to study for math, science, To sign up, call Jessica Klem at the Academy preparation possible. and English.” Sports Corp, 634-7333, ext.1009, e- “The academic curriculum of the The preflight course is comple- mail her at: [email protected] Prep School is tailored to meet the needs mented by an academic advising or go on-line at www.thesportscorp.org of the students,” said the command pilot program, which provides individualized and click on “Rocky Mountain State who graduated from the Academy with instruction and follow up. Courtesy Photo Games/volunteer.” a degree in engineering mechanics in See PREP SCHOOL, Page 3 Col. Larry Jones I N News Feature Sports S Learn space, Global engagement Air Force I do space hits home gets air time Signature______Exp Date______D Page 20 Page 22 E Page 6 Academy Spirit 10 September 1, 2006
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By Academy Spirit staff do not have the luxury of flying using only instruments under radar assistance. In the past, the second Basic Basic Cadet Training started June 29. Cadet Training dedicated a day to introduce basics to the The first 22 days of basic cadet training were conducted flying mission in the Air Force and gave them an intro- within the cadet area. After they finished the 38 days of duction of what it means to be an Airman. basic cadet training, the basic cadet appointees would offi- Gliders gave a larger number of basics their first cially become cadets and join the Cadet Wing. flight in an Air Force aircraft as opposed to selecting a Ten traditional harbingers of military intensity, mili- few top performers per squadron to receive a flight in a tary training instructors wearing the legendary Smokey single engine trainer. Weather permitting, all basics the Bear hats, reappeared on the Academy for the fourth received a flight in the glider or Twin Otter. year to mentor and guide the cadet cadre members who Some may become the “Top Guns” of the Air Force, conducted training in a tough, professional manner. but many of these basic cadets arrived with no first-hand On July 21, the new basics marched to Jacks Valley experience with the core mission of the Air Force — flying Photo by 1st Lt. John Ross for the field training portion of BCT. Basic cadets joust with pugil sticks in Jacks airplanes. But the MTIs were not the primary trainers of the Valley during ‘Big Bad Basic.’ School days basics. The cadre members conducted 95 percent of the sleeping bags, lanterns and rifle racks. The newly-minted freshmen cadets began their training with them. Under the watchful eye and vocal instruction of the academic semester. Beyond continuing their military The trainers, headed by Senior Master Sgt. Robert senior cadet cadre and military training instructors, the training, athletic competitions and character develop- Lee, 34th Training Squadron’s Jacks Valley superinten- squadrons were on various schedules, each running the ment activities, each new cadet shouldered 18 semester dent, worked to ensure the courses damaged by weather confidence course, obstacle course, leadership reaction hours as they begin their first academic semester. Cadets and used by 40 military units were up to par. course and bayonet-assault course. hit the books Aug. 10. “Major efforts have been put into re-vamping the They learned first aid. There were physical fitness “The first day is the most critical,” Dean of the assault course,” said Sergeant Lee, a 22-year Air Force tests, inspections and other military training to further Faculty Brig. Gen. Dana Born, stressed. veteran from Orange, Texas. “We built two new low develop the physical abilities, teamwork and leadership It was the day for Lesson One — faculty members crawls, one high crawl and replaced the tunnels. We also potential. laid out course requirements, expectations of cadets and had new hardbacks built for medical and laundry serv- Squadron “Warrior” photos were taken. They received assessment tools. It also opened the door to a “learning ices.” instruction on firing the M-16 and became proficient with focused” environment where cadets take on responsibility And chow? Mitchell Hall, the cadet dining hall, it. for their own learning. prepared meals for about 1,800 Jacks Valley people for It’s not unusual for parents to note a change in the “It’s an engaged partnership,” General Born explained. 10 days. youth they left behind here. The 540 teaching faculty have also rewritten 500 No one dropped out. “They have more military bearing and discipline,” courses to conform to new class schedules. This year, two They were 1,300 strong and marched at a cadence said an Academy BCT official. “They also have a sense lessons have been pared from last year’s 42, and class times of about 120 steps per minute in the 3.2 mile march to of pride in their accomplishments – the hurdles they expanded by five minutes to 55 minutes per period. Jacks Valley on July 21. overcame in BCT and they know the meaning of team- “The Class of 2010 is the most diverse student popu- The basics who would be the class of 2010 carried work. lation to enter the Academy,” she said. The class boasts their 10 pound M-14s, canteen belts, water and their “We shifted the focus of BCT to where it needs to the largest number of women (277) entering cadet basic camel backs. be – BASIC,” he said. “The theme for the past couple training in its history. Minorities account for 317 new cadets, The long line of marching basics stretched a quarter years has been ‘Back to the Basics’ with a focus on the making it the largest group of minority cadets of any of a mile. They would return to the cadet area Aug. 5. basic military skills, customs, courtesies, drill and cere- previous class. Once in the valley, they set-up tents in the encamp- monies, dress and appearance, Air Force Core Values, team ment area and went through issue and received their cots, work and discipline.” Training takes flight The 1,300 basic cadets were introduced to flying thanks to the 94th Flying Training Squadron Airmanship program called AM-100. AM-100 gave the basic cadets the opportunity to expe- rience what the airmanship programs have to offer, not just hear about them in briefings. “We are giving them orientation rides primarily in the TG-10B, although a few of them received rides in the TG-10C,” said Lt. Col. Lawrence Pravecek, 94th Flying
Photo by Danny Meyers Training Squadron operations director. Photo by Charley Starr Basic cadets make more than a three-mile march What makes flight operations exceptional is they are After the return from Basic Cadet Training the in a formation a quarter of a mile long enroute to all conducted under ‘Visual Flight Rules,’ which means Class of 2010 was issued the rank of cadet 4th basic cadet field training at Jacks Valley. pilots carry the responsibility for avoiding traffic. They class and became part of the cadet wing. NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NOThe NO average NO NO NO person NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NOhears NO theNO NO word NO “NO” NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO200 NO NO times NO NO a day. NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NOWell, NO NO we NO say... NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO We’ll Say Yes To: Yes... NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NONOBankruptcies NO NO NO NO NO NOYou NO NO NO Can NO NO NO Refinance NO NO NO NO NO NO Now. NO NO NO NO Credit Challenged •Purchase •RefinanceWe’re Almost •Debt Perfect...Well Consolidation Almost No Equity “The Mortgage Experts” Open 7 Days A Week! You’ll need an appraisal. Pull this out and get a free one! Chapel Hills Mall or A $450.00 Value! 5455 N. Union If Needed For Your Loan. A $450.00 Value! Must be presented at time of application. Appraisal fee refunded at closing. Some restrictions apply. Expires 10/15/06. Not valid with any other offer. 540-3895 Academy Spirit 12 September 1, 2006
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Guests should refrain from bring- (Fairchild Hall, Room. 2H28) ing large bags, coolers, backpacks or other items that will require additional Parents and older siblings of first-, second- and third-class cadtes only. scrutiny/searches from security personnel. Escort Badges will allow guests to ride the shuttle buses from the Field House parking 3 - 5:30 p.m. JV Football vs. Blue/Silver Scrimmage lots into the Cadet Area. One family member may escort other guests with a single Practice fields Escort Badge. Your cadet can obtain extra passes or badges. Lost parents may receive assistance at the Fairchild Hall bus stop (base of Core Values Ramp). 2 - 5 p.m. Huskies Football Game (Academy Prep School) Disabled/handicapped guests may park in lot north of the parade field. Guests should Falcon Stadium bring their state handicapped placard. Shuttles with hydraulic lifts will transport guests to the Cadet Area. 4 - 5 p.m. Cadet Wing Parade (Stillman Field) 6 - 6:45 a.m. Breakfast Buffet MANDATORY FOR CADETS. Arrive early for a Wings of Blue (parachute team) (Mitchell Hall) demonstration and various aircraft flyovers. If parade is cancelled for weather, guests First-class cadets and their guests only may attend (other cadets may attend but only may visit the Field House, Arnold Hall or meet cadets to attend Squadron Open Firsties may bring guests). Non-cadet tickets ($1.95 each) must have been purchased Houses. Buses will take guests from the parade to the Cadet Area for the open houses. by cadets by Aug. 25. No tickets will be sold at the door. 5 - 5:15 p.m. Drum & Bugle Corps Performance 7 a.m. - 2:50 p.m. Attend Classes Stillman Field Parents and older siblings (5th grade or older) may attend classes with their cadets with prior permission from instructors. 5 - 7 p.m. Squadron Open Houses 7 - 7:50 a.m.………...... 1st Period 11 - 11:50 a.m………..Noon Meal Will be held immediately following the parade (Vandenberg and Sijan Halls). 8 - 8:50 a.m…………..2nd Period 12 - 12:50 p.m………..5th Period MANDATORY FOR CADETS. 9 - 9:50 a.m…………..3rd Period 1 - 1:50 p.m………...... 6th Period 10 - 10:50 a.m………..4th Period 2 - 2:50 p.m………...... 7th Period 7 p.m. CADETS MAY LEAVE THE ACADEMY AFTER OPEN HOUSE; MUST SIGN IN BY 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Arnold Hall Information Fair & Food Court MONDAY, 7 P.M.; 11 P.M. FOR FIRSTIES Doors open at 7 a.m. (coffee, breakfast items available at HAPS and Food Court). Offers invaluable information and giveaways from many Academy organizations. 5 - 7 p.m. Dinner Buffet Purchase your BCT video and cadet photos here. (Mitchell Hall) Open to cadets and their visitors. Tickets ($3.55 each) may be purchased at the door. 8 - 10:50 a.m. Flight Simulator Tour (Fairchild Hall, Room. 2H28) 7 - 9 p.m. Women's Soccer vs. Bucknell Parents and older siblings of fourth-class cadets only. Soccer Stadium 11 - 11:20 a.m. Cadet Wing Noon Meal Formation 5 - 8 p.m. Dinner Buffet (View from Chapel Wall) (Officers' Club) Parents with noon meal tickets must be escorted by a cadet to enter the terrazzo and Call for reservations (719) 333-4253. observe formation from the Air Gardens. All other guests may observe formation from the Chapel Wall. 7 - 10 p.m. Football Blue/Silver Scrimmage Falcon Stadium - no tickets required 11:20 a.m. - 11:50 p.m. Lunch (Mitchell Hall) 7 - 8 p.m. Jewish Sabbath Service Fourth-Class cadets and guests only may attend. MANDATORY FOR FOURTH- Cadet Chapel CLASS CADETS. Non-cadet tickets ($3.55 each) must have been purchased by cadets by Aug. 25. No tickets will be sold at the door. Lunch for visitors is also available at 8 - 9 p.m. Shabbat Oneg Reception the Field House, Visitor Center, Officers' Club, Arnold Hall and various squadron pic- Cadet Chapel Annex nics (prices/times vary). SATURDAY 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Basic Cadet Training (BCT) Video plays continuously in Arnold Hall Theater. 7 - 9 a.m. Breakfast Buffet (Mitchell Hall) 11:50 a.m. - 12 p.m. Cadet Honor Guard Performance Open to cadets and their visitors. Tickets may be purchased at the door ($1.95 each). Honor Court - east of Harmon Hall 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Airfield Open House 12:25 - 12:45 p.m. Show Choir Performance Academy Airfield Arnold Hall Theater 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Lunch Buffet 1 - 3 p.m. Hall of Excellence Open House (Mitchell Hall) Falcon Athletic Center Open to cadets and their visitors. 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Federally insured by NCUA. a U.S. Government Agency Academy Spirit 14 September 1, 2006 Parents Weekend Schedule 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Jacks Valley 9 - 10 a.m. Traditional/Liturgical BCT orientation tours — Shuttle buses will run from Field House parking lots every 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Contemporary 15 minutes. The last bus departs at 1 p.m. and the last bus returns at 2 p.m. Cadets 12 - 1 p.m. Inspirational must escort their guests. Walking shoes and unopened, clear water bottles recom- mended. 9 - 11 a.m. Breakfast Buffet (Mitchell Hall) 1 - 4 p.m. Open Houses Open to cadets and their visitors. Tickets may be purchased at the door ($1.95 each). Cadet Field House, Hall of Excellence and Gym 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Lunch Buffet 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Academy men’s and women’s rugby (Mitchell Hall) Rugby Fields Open to cadets and their visitors. Tickets may be purchased at the door ($3.55 each). 4 - 6 p.m. Catholic Services (Community Center Chapel) 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Brunch Buffet 4 - 4:45 p.m Reconciliation (Officers' Club) 5 - 6 p.m. Mass Call for reservations (719) 333-4253. 7 - 8 p.m. Protestant Contemporary Service 12 - 2:30 p.m. Women's soccer vs. Pacific Community Center Chapel (Soccer Stadium) SUNDAY MONDAY 8 a.m. - 1p.m. Cadet Chapel closed to tours 7 - 9 a.m. Breakfast Buffet due to worship services. (Mitchell Hall) No shuttle buses from Field House - park in Harmon Hall lot for worship services. Open to cadets and their visitors. Tickets may be purchased at the door ($1.95 each). 8 and10 a.m., 12 p.m. Catholic Mass (Cadet Catholic Chapel) 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Lunch Buffet 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Protestant Services (Community Center Chapel) (Mitchell Hall) 8 - 9 a.m. Traditional Open to cadets and their visitors. Tickets may be purchased at the door ($3.55 each). 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Gospel 9 - 10:30 a.m. Catholic Service (Community Center Chapel) 7 p.m. SECOND-, THIRD-, AND FOURTH-CLASS 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Protestant Worship Services (Cadet Chapel) CADETS MUST SIGN IN. 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AF transformation “To stay within our allocated budgets and to increase Support can be given three ways: as a participant (a our investment accounts, the reality is we have to draw pledge is included in the registration fee); as a cadet SAN ANTONIO (AFPN) — In his latest “Letter to the force down,” General Moseley wrote. “This current sponsor (registration with an appropriate pledge totaling Airmen,” Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. T. Michael Moseley 12-percent drawdown is realistic and certainly doable. $50 for each cadet); and specific donations toward discusses measures that will shape and transform the Air “Even with the 12-percent reduction in manpower, increasing the scholarship amount. Force. we can get more of the total force in (air and space expe- To register, go online at: www.falconfoundation.org General Moseley said Airmen today are engaged in ditionary force) ‘buckets.’ We can get more combat- or download the form, complete and submit with a check a vast array of missions from operating satellites in deep focused and trained. We can get more deployable and more to the Falcon Foundation address listed in the instruc- space to applying air power to the surface battlefields of expeditionary in every thing that we do! We owe that much tions. Afghanistan and Iraq and launching an Air Mobility to the country,” he wrote. Command aircraft every 90 seconds, every day. Local firm awarded “We’re working hard to put the right people, plans King Bike Ride/Run nears and programs in place to transform and re-shape the Air multi-million dollar contract Force while continuing to lead the Department of Defense’s Cadet 2nd Class Chaney King, a Falcon Scholar transformation from an ‘industrial’to an ‘information age’ Cadet, died from injuries resulting from an automobile ROME, N.Y. (AFPN) — The Air Force Research force — all while heavily engaged in a global, long war accident in January 2003. She attended Northwestern Laboratory Information Directorate has awarded a $49.9 on terrorism,” General Moseley wrote. Preparatory School, a Falcon Foundation Scholarship million contract to Intelligent Software Solution Inc. of “Our initiatives focus directly on increasing our school, before attending the Academy as a member of Colorado Springs, Colo., to upgrade intelligence capa- ability to operate in joint and coalition environments, Cadet Squadrons 13 and 14. bilities at U.S. sites around the world. while looking to achieve even higher levels of access, agility Chaney’s mother and father, Janet and Dennis, asked The five-year agreement is an indefinite delivery/indef- and lethality,” he wrote. the Falcon Foundation to sponsor a fund-raising event in inite quantity contract to provide for secure information The general expects Air Force Smart Operations for honor of Chaney’s participation in the scholarship program. access, analysis and dissemination. the 21st century to allow the Air Force to work smarter, The foundation agreed and the Academy senior staff Under the contract, ISS will provide various military not harder, and to cut contract and operating costs. These approved the first “Chaney King Bike Ride/Run” at the branches, commands and federal agencies with software savings will free more resources for recapitalization and Academy on Sept. 18, 2004. All $13,000 in pledges for that combines data from many sources so information can modernization. the inaugural event went to the Falcon Foundation’s schol- be easily viewed and analyzed. “We operate the oldest air and space inventories in arship fund. This year the Academy senior staff approved “This contract is a follow-on to work ISS performed the history of the U. S. Air Force. It’s therefore absolutely the Third annual Chaney King Bike Ride/Run Sept. 9. in designing, developing, testing and demonstrating soft- imperative we modernize and replace these old aircraft Riders can travel a 15, 30, 45 or 60 mile circuit, while ware enhancements to the directorate’s Web-enable and spacecraft to ensure our dominance across those war runners can choose a biathlon (15 or 30 mile ride, plus Timeline Analysis System (WebTAS) technology,” said fighting domains,” General Moseley wrote. a 10K run) or a 10K run on the cadet trail. Bikers start Michael Welch, technical advisor in the directorate’s He expressed his gratitude to Airmen who are the most and finish at the Academy Outdoor Track. The first ride Information and Intelligence Exploitation Division. “important piece of the equation,” and said that many war starts at 7:30 a.m., the first run at 9:30 a.m. The cost is “Those upgrades included the development of the Theater fighting enhancements and initiatives directly improve $50. Participants receive a t-shirt and lunch. Battle Operations Net-centric Environment (T-BONE) the ways the Air Force trains and prepares for combat. Participants must sign a release/waiver statement at system, and the integration of information fusion and Net- Airmen will fly, operate, maintain and support this the registration table on event day. Parents or guardians centric technologies into the WebTAS software.” TriCare Prime offers off-base routine eye examination benefit! No out-of-pocket cost for an eye exam for glasses! • Active-duty personnel and their dependents are eligible once per year. • Retirees and their dependents are eligible once every two years. 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A workshop forGRIEF those grieving the death of a loved one The Grief Workshop A Journey Together Monday evenings, September 11-October 23 Childcare available 719.884.6145 First Presbyterian Church Downtown ● Weber at Bijou www.first-pres.org 18 Academy Spirit FEATURE September 1, 2006 19 By Ann Patton performances, cast members can spend 12 or more Photos by Dennis Rogers Academy Spirit Staff hours a day on the dance floor. Tops in Blue musicians keep the beat rolling along. They also load and unload, set up and strike 50,000 The Tops in Blue love train roared through Arnold pounds of staging, lighting, audio and special effects Hall Aug. 24 and Friday on its way to people around the equipment needed for the four to five performances a world. week. The Academy is just one stop in the company’s ’06 Military duty also beckons off stage. Cast members “What’s Love” tour, which opened May 1 to more than must study for exams and keep up with what’s going on 25 foreign countries and 120 locations in 10 months. in their career fields. “It’s family entertaining family,” vocalist Staff Sgt. Off the road, Sergeant Anderson-Burrs is a space Bethany Anderson-Burrs of neighboring Cheyenne surveillance technician with the 1st Space Control Mountain said of the cast and audience. Squadron, at Cheyenne Mountain. Captain Carter is The 34 singers, bandsmen and technicians who deputy public affairs chief, 75th Air Base Wing at Hill come from all active duty Air Force ranks make prima- Air Force Base, Utah. Airman Griner serves as a jour- rily for military audiences. neyman with 78th Security Forces Squadron, Warner “We have a relationship already there with them,” Robins, AFB, Ga., and Sergeant Roberds is an airborne keyboardist Staff Sgt. Russell Roberds said. “It’s very cryptologist and Chinese language specialist with the rewarding.” 97th Intelligence Squadron, Offutt AFB, Neb. Tops in Blue musicians also give a much-needed Getting sick is almost never part of the routine. break from the reality of war. “When we were in the “You have to be really, really sick or someone else will desert people wanted good entertainment,” vocalist sing your song,” Sergeant Griner joked. Capt. Sean Carter said. “You felt they really appreciated Tops in Blue first toured world-wide in 1953 and what we did.” has performed on film and television produced albums. The strictly family-fare playbill at Arnold Hall They have shared the stage with such top names as Bob offered songs from Tina Turner, the soul of Barry Hope, Ed Sullivan, Barbara Mandrell, Alabama and White and the Temptations, and the beats of Huey BOYZ II MEN. Lewis, Trisha Yearwood and Alan Jackson. Tender Auditions are open for next year’s tour for vocal- ballads from Celine Dion, Rod Stewart and Kelly ists, instrumentalists, sound and light technicians and A love song is always a good thing. Clarkson mixed well with other rousing, mic-busting prop and set builders. Potential cast members are A fourth classman in the audience is favored by a personal serenade. numbers on the program. encouraged to try out. “This tour has opened our eyes to different kinds No one starts out in the company with the of people,” Captain Carter said. “There is always bound polish and experience seen during the tour, to be one song every audience member likes.” Sergeant Anderson-Burrs said. No one member dominates a show, Sergeant “We all have to start somewhere,” she said. Anderson-Burrs emphasized. “We’re focused on the “It’s a whole person concept where individuals whole group and not one individual.” can grow as performers.” “It’s a really good year,” Sergeant Roberds said of “Just keep it real,” Sergeant Roberds said. the group. “A good band and good vocalists get put “Keep things in perspective, and it could open together for a great show.” doors into a great new place.” Life offstage on the road is a far cry from the lime- “The biggest thing I’ve learned is not to get light and warm audience applause onstage. discouraged,” Captain Carter said. “It’s no cake walk,” Sergeant Anderson-Burrs The application deadline for Tops in Blue emphasized of the mission. The company often puts in 2007 is Oct. 2. Free audition kits are available at 14-hour days, which can easily stretch to 20 hours. the community activities office and the 10th Before the tour opened, company members spent Services Squadron marketing office, both in the two months mastering instrumental, vocal, choreog- lower level of the Community Center. raphy and staging for the performance. Kits include free CDs, which include an intro- “Singing is something I have always loved to do,” duction to the group, contest guidelines and appli- Senior Airman Daniel Griner said. But the long hours cations. Video tapes or DVDs of performances can catch up with him. are required for vocalists and musicians. “Sometimes I just don’t know what time or day it For more information on auditions, call is,” he said. “You just learn to adapt.” 333-2928 or 333-6541. For more information It’s no wonder so many of these super troopers get on Tops in Blue, go to their Web site at Senior Airman Nolan Wright takes center stage with his alto sax. perfect physical training scores. Between rehearsals and www.topsinblue.com. Love of country rings out. Academy Spirit 20 September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Staff Sgt. Cassandra Cantu, 10th The military unit also arranged Security Forces Squadron, found a for Wali to receive medical care at a solution to Wali’s problem in her own hospital in Kabul. home back in Colorado Springs. Sergeant Cantu credits others for Her husband Jorge uses a wheel- making the gift possible. Lt. Col. Joe chair for mobility and was due for a Milner, 10th Mission Support Group trade in for a new model. That left his deputy commander, arranged for old wheelchair without an occupant. shipment, and Tech. Sgt. Blaine She arranged for the extra chair Holbrook, deployment manager for to be fitted with new wheels and the 10th Security Forces Squadron, shipped to Afghanistan. ensured the chair’s safe delivery. “It was a rare opportunity to Rocky Mountain Medical donated the impact someone’s life so much,” she solid core wheels. said. “His face really lit up. His Her six-month stay in expression said, ‘Is this for me?’” Afghanistan ended in June but the Sergeant Cantu served with the impact on her remains. Baghram Prevention and “You see people who don’t have Construction Team, part of the anything and really appreciate the combined Task Force Tiger, to give small things you have.” humanitarian aid and win the hearts Two small items were in high and minds of local peoples. demand — radios and ball point pens. They coordinated construction of The crank-style radios brought a bit of schools, clinics and women’s centers. the outside world to isolated villagers. They also ported necessities such as Children searched soldiers’ sleeve Courtesy photo blankets, food and rice to the villagers pockets for pens which they used to Mohammaed Wali gets a push from his grandfather and a solider. .%%$ ! 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Noller controlled Carney on watch list the ball in the box before finding Air Force junior quarter- with :02 to play Rhynard who buried it with one back Shaun Carney is one of in regulation touch, from 18 yards out, into 34 quarterbacks on the Davey the lower right corner of the net O’Brien “Watch List” for the By Wayne Amann at the 9:55 mark of the first half. 2006 season, according to an Academy Spirit Editor It was a special moment for announcement Monday from Rhynard. the O’Brien Foundation. The If a tie is indeed like kissing “I was born at the Academy,” Davey O’Brien National your sister, it was ironic the Air the forward said. “I lived in Quarterback Award is Force men’s 1-1 double-overtime Monument until I was seven, presented annually to the draw Aug. 25 at the Cadet Soccer moved to Montana, then back nation’s best college quarter- Stadium was with sister service here. It’s great to be back home.” back. academy Army. Rhynard and Noller are two This year’s list is made The overflow crowd of 3,206 of eight first-year players up of 19 seniors, 12 juniors fans who braved rainy, cool Sagastame is expecting big things and three sophomores. The conditions, was counting down from. O’Brien Award is the oldest the final 10 seconds in unison “It’s a great freshman class,” and most prestigious award when Black Knight senior the coach said. “The ones up in the country for college quar- forward Bill Watts silenced the front played with power. We terbacks and is named in honor bluesuiter faithful with a header should have a great four years of the late Davey O’Brien. that drew the soldiers even with with them here.” O’Brien led the TCU Horned just two ticks left. The newest Falcons helped Frogs to the 1938 national The equalizer sent the match Air Force dominate play in the championship and was the into back-to-back 10 minute over- first half, out-shooting Army 7- first player to win the time sessions where the defenses 4. Noller nearly made it 2-0 in the Heisman, Walter Camp and took over. 40th minute when his short shot Maxwell Awards in one “I was singing victory,” a caromed off the crossbar and disappointed Air Force head over the net. season. Photos by 1st Lt. John Ross Carney is the school coach Lou Sagastume said. Sagastume’s young troops Falcon freshman Steve Noller, 14, tries a header as Army record holder for completion “When you hear the countdown continued their aggressive play goalkeeper John-Michael Gallogly reaches to make the percentage, breaking his own players sometimes relax because in the second half, drawing 23 save. school record of 61.1 percent they don’t have any concept of fouls to Army’s 12 by the end of The final score reflected how Stadium seating capacity is 3,000. set as a freshman with a 64.2 time. They think it’s over. It’s a regulation play. close, statistically, the game was. Sagastume says wins over mark last year. lapse we have to make sure Air Force went on the attack Air Force out-shot Army 15-13 sister service academies are his He has passed for 2,708 doesn’t happen again. It was a in both overtime stanzas totaling while Falcon goalkeeper Brian team’s World Cup. Although the career yards and 18 touch- fluke. I thought we had it.” six shots while blanking the Guyette and Black Knight net caliber of play wasn’t at that level, downs which ranks seventh Although Army didn’t win soldiers. The disparity was due minder John-Michael Gallogly the crowd more than rose to the overall in Academy history. on the scoreboard, it was a moral in part to the Falcons playing each made three saves. occasion. Carney, who was on the victory of sorts after what happen both periods with a man advan- The inclement weather failed “It was awesome, there’s no O’Brien Award watch list last to them in ’05. In the season tage after Army’s Adrian Moreno to dampen the intensity of the other way to describe it,” Guyette year, ranks 27th in school opener last year at West Point, Air was issued a red card with 1:09 academy rivalry fueled by the said. “I can’t imagine a better history with 1,306 career Force got a last minute goal in left in regulation. largest crowd to watch a men’s atmosphere.” rushing yards. regulation from senior David Air Force senior mid-fielder soccer game at the Academy. The The Falcons are in hostile Schill to defeat the Black Knights Duncan McNabb nearly won it previous record of 2,021 was set territory this weekend for the AF picked sixth 1-0. with a shot from 25 feet out that on April 27, 1999, for an exhibi- University of Portland (Ore.) The Air Force water polo The Falcons took a 1-0 lead ricocheted off the crossbar in the tion between the Falcons and the Nike Invitational. They play team was selected to finish Friday thanks to the freshman fifth minute of the second over- Colorado Rapids of Major Washington today and Portland sixth in the Western Water connection of Steve Noller to time. League Soccer. The Cadet Soccer Sunday. Polo Association, as chosen by the conference’s head coaches in the 2006 preseason poll. Loyola Marymount, which has won three-straight WWPA titles, was the hands- down favorite to capture this year’s title, garnering 132 total points, including 11 first-place votes. UC San Diego, which played the Lions in five of the last six tournament champi- onship games, was the only other team to receive a first- place vote, finishing second in the poll with 119 points. UC Davis and Redlands were selected as the third- and fourth-place picks in the coaches’ poll, while Santa Clara was chosen to finish fifth. After Air Force, Pomona- Pitzer and UC Santa Cruz were picked to finish seventh and eighth, respectively, with just one point separating the Part of the record breaking crowd of 3,206 got a roof-top view of Air Force and Army Aug. 25 from the Cadet Soccer Stadium press box. Academy Spirit September 1, 2006 23 Falcons looking for finishing kick Arena Continued By Wayne Amann Josan and scored from eight two teams in the vote. Academy Spirit Editor yards out. Rounding out the conference Air Force kept attacking in picks were Whittier, La Verne, The better team doesn’t the second half and nearly tied Claremont-Mudd-Scripps, always win. matters twice. Sophomore Occidental and Chapman. Against the University of forward Corbin Sanford had a The Falcons, led by senior Texas-El Paso Aug. 25 and the breakaway on UTEP goalie Kyle Schafer, a second-team University of California- Brittany Popoff but shot wide left all-conference selection, get Riverside Sunday, the Air Force of the net in the game’s 70th the 2006 season started women’s soccer team outplayed minute. Then, with 10 minutes Saturday and Sunday at the their opponents. to play in regulation, freshman Triton Invitational, hosted by The Falcons out-hustled and forward Michele Ernest sailed an WWPA rival UC San Diego. out-shot the Miners and open shot wide right. The Nine of the 13 WWPA teams Highlanders and enjoyed a Falcons out shot UTEP 11-6. will take part in the season- significant territorial advantage Despite starting 35 minutes opening tournament, including on both at the Cadet Soccer late due to lightning in the area, front-runner LMU, UC Davis, Stadium. What the bluesuiters the game was played before a Redlands, UC Santa Cruz, didn’t do was take advantage of record women’s crowd of 2,340 Photo by Meggen Burghardt Pomona-Pitzer, Whittier and their scoring chances – simply who stayed to watch the Air Falcons, left to right, Caitlin Lynch, Ashley Collins and Corbin Sanford rise to the occasion against UC-Riverside CMS. finish plays. Force/Army men’s game. Sunday at the Cadet Soccer Stadium. The 1-0 loss to UTEP and The Falcons played half the Blue/Silver a freebie the 2-0 setback to UCR were game without the services of keeper Erin Wallace fueled the opportunities last year, now we The Air Force football disappointing, but not discour- two-time leading scorer and this Falcons early play with a pair of do and they’re foreign to us,” team’s annual Blue-Silver aging, to Air Force head coach season’s co-captain Brittney sparkling one-handed saves in Buckley said. “It’s about compo- game, today at 7 p.m. in Falcon Marty Buckley. Perkowski. The Laguna Niguel, the seventh minute, deflecting sure.” Stadium, is open to the public. “We were definitely the Calif., product pulled a both above the crossbar. Pressing to score, the Stadium gates open at 5:30 better team,” Buckley insisted hamstring muscle working out “We’ve been playing crisp Falcons yielded goals by Jenna p.m. The scrimmage is the after the UTEP defeat played and was being eased back into soccer,” Wallace said. “We’re Leonti and Linda Allen in the final dress rehearsal for Head on a rain-slickened field. “We the lineup. more energetic and competitive game’s final nine minutes to let Coach Fisher DeBerry’s team owned them in the second half. “We didn’t find the back of than last year. Once we finish, the game slip away. prior to its season opener at We just couldn’t put any of our the net, but we can work on we’ll be good.” “The longer Riverside Tennessee on Saturday, Sept. chances away.” that,” Perkowski said. “We’re The Falcons could not stayed in the game, the more 9. The misses were sand- coming together as a team.” convert on four quality scoring confident they got,” Buckley wiched around the game’s lone That cohesiveness showed chances in the first half and two said. “If we scored first, that Falcons at home goal. UTEP’s Melissa Abraham against UCR Sunday. more early in the second. would break their back. We’ve Football took a corner kick from Anoop Air Force sophomore goal- “We didn’t get as many got to focus for 90 minutes.” Blue/Silver Game, Today, 7 p.m., Falcon Stadium Women’s Soccer New-look Falcons bring new attitude Bucknell, Today, 7 p.m., Cadet Soccer Stadium Univ. of Pacific, Sunday, 1 By Wayne Amann in the match. p.m., Cadet Soccer Stadium Academy Spirit Editor “I knew I’d be the go-to person because Prep School football our middies (middle hitters) are young,” the Huskies vs Independence CC, The old saying you can’t tell the players veteran from Glendale, Ariz., said. “That’s Today, 2 p.m., Falcon Stadium with a scorecard was in vogue Monday at my role on the team. I wouldn’t be Clune Arena when the 2006 Air Force successful if they weren’t successful. We volleyball team took the floor for their have to establish them first.” season opener against the Morgan St. Bears. Two newcomers who made an imme- Scoreboard The visitors from Baltimore didn’t have diate impact in their Air Force debuts were much of a scouting report on the Falcons Katie Batchelder and Michelle Harrington. INTERCOLLEGIATE since 14 new players, including 12 They each had 10 kills to help fuel the Men’s Soccer freshmen, dominate the bluesuiters roster. offense. Aug. 25 There’s only one senior among the 21 team- “We didn’t win but the experience Falcons 1 (2 OT) mates. made us learn a lot about ourselves,” Army 1 Youthful inexperience was the Air Harrington said. “Because we’re young we Women’s Soccer Force’s Achilles heel down the stretch as have a clean slate and can set the standard Aug. 25 Morgan St. capped a 3-1 victory with a for years to come.” UTEP 1 32-30 win in game four. The Bears clawed Despite the loss, Kallabis paced the Falcons 0 their way to 30-27 and 30-23 decisions Falcons with 37 of her team’s 42 sets and Aug. 27 before the Falcons stayed alive in game freshman Jaclyn Fleming had a team-high UC-Riverside 2 three, 30-28. 20 defensive digs followed by Stewart and Falcons 0 “I didn’t care what happened in the Batchelder with 17 apiece. first two games,” Air Force head coach Harrington, like others in this latest Volleyball Penny Lucas-White said she told her club class, brings impressive credentials to the Aug. 28 before the third game. “Let’s lay the building Air Force program. The 6-foot-1 graduate Morgan St. 30-30-28-32 Falcons 27-23-30-30 blocks of tenacity, determination and desire. of Reagan High School in San Antonio That’s what Air Force will be (known for).” made the all-state tournament team in Texas Photo by Joel Strayer Rugby Her troops took the words to heart. after making the all-state tourney team as Falcon outside hitter Kristina Stewart Aug. 26 Down 26-21, Lucas-White called a a junior at Smokey Hill High School in drills one of her team-high 14 kills past New Mexico 12 time out. After the break, the Falcon went Denver. Morgan St. defender Nicole Williams. Zoomies 5 on an 8-1 run capped by a service ace by “(Assistant coaches) Verna Julaton and way we’re allowing the girls to play. There’s PREP SCHOOL junior setter Kim Kallabis. A side out error Kyle Robinson have done a tremendous no limit.” Football by Morgan St. (1-3) sealed the verdict. recruiting job,” Lucas-White said. “Bringing With the infusion of new talent, Air Aug. 26 at Ephraim, Utah The run was triggered by a thunderous in 12 freshmen makes a huge statement. Force is looking to rebound from a disap- Snow College 34 kill from sophomore outside hitter Kristina We’re revamping the whole program. We’re pointing 5-28 campaign in 2005. So, like Huskies 0 Stewart, who led Air Force with 14 kills going in a different direction as far as the all re-building projects, time will tell. Academy Spirit 24 September 1, 2006 Former Falcon breaks Army push-up record By Senior Airman J.G. Buzanowski problem – I’ve seen people do 200. It’s Air Force Print News staying in there with all that gas.” With the chamber filled with tear CAMP SHELBY, Miss. — One gas, Lieutenant Maddox and several hundred sixty-two - that was the instal- supporters entered. He tore off his mask lation record for the most push-ups in and immediately hit the ground to start the gas chamber without wearing a his shot at the record. mask. Others joined in, removing their And thus a challenge was made to gas masks as well and keeping pace the Airmen attending combat skills with the lieutenant. One Airman did 17 training here. before he had to get out. Another did Without a second thought, 1st Lt. as many as 50. By the time Lieutenant Stephen Maddox picked up the gauntlet. Maddox hit his first 70, he’d hit his He’d certainly done more than 162 stride. push-ups before — the lieutenant played “I knew I had to just keep at it,” the football for the Air Force Academy lieutenant said. “There was no way I was before his current assignment to the going to quit.” 325th Communications Squadron, He took a couple of breaks, but as Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla. Urged on the effects of the gas would set in, he by his fellow Airmen, he answered with immediately got back to task. One by two words: one, his supporters fled the room, the “Bring it.” gas too much for them to stay inside. First up was his actual gas chamber A few minutes later, Lieutenant qualification. He’d have to knock that Maddox emerged from the chamber. A out before moving on to the challenge. crowd of more than 100 Airmen stood After some quick calisthenics, he by, waiting to hear if he’d done it. Photo by Capt Jonathan Friedman dropped his mask and did 70 push-ups. “165!” someone yelled out. The Former Air Force Falcon offensive lineman, 1st. Lt. Stephen Maddox, back to For Lieutenant Maddox, it was a warm- crowd went wild; his boisterous the camera, pushes the floor inside a gas chamber on his way to breaking up. supporters kept calling out the number. the Army record for pushups in a chamber sans a mask. “The record was set back in 2004 No one could believe it, not even the is breaking that.” Maddox said. “The Air Force never by a Wisconsin National Guardsman,” Soldier instructors. For Lieutenant Maddox, the victory backs down from a challenge. said Army Master Sgt. Jerry Nickles, a “Plenty have tried and have done 50, was one of Air Force pride and friendly “Plus it’s always good to beat the nuclear, biological and chemical non- 60, 70,” Sergeant Nickles said. “I competition with the sister services. Army,” laughed the former offensive commissioned officer and training certainly didn’t think he’d do it. That “When they told us about it, they lineman who lettered for the Falcons in instructor. “The push-ups aren’t the record will be around for a while; no one issued it as a challenge,” Lieutenant 2002 through ‘04. /RQJ6WUHHW%OGJ(GXFDWLRQ&HQWHU )RUW&DUVRQ&2 FRORUDGRVSULQJVFHQWHU#HUDXHGX &/$66(667$572&72%(5 2FWREHU'HFHPEHU 1RZ/RFDWLRQV 6FKULHYHU$)% )257&$5621 0$7+ 'HFLVLRQ0DWK )RUW&DUVRQ 0*07 %XVLQHVV/DZ DQG $6&, $YLDWLRQ6DIHW\3URJUDP0DQDJHPHQW 6&7< 1DWLRQDO6HFXULW\,VVXHV 7HUURULVP 'HQYHU $6&, $YLD$HURVSDFH$FFLGHQW,QYHVWLJDWLRQ 'HJUHHVDQG&HUWLÀFDWHV 6&+5,(9(5$)% $6&, *OREDO3RVLWLRQLQJ6DWHOOLWH6\VWHPV LQ0DQDJHPHQW$HURQDXWLFDO 6FLHQFH6SDFH2SHUDWLRQV &(17(11,$/$,53257'(19(5 /RJLVWLFV2FFXSDWLRQDO 6)7< $YLDWLRQ6DIHW\ 6DIHW\ (5$8SUHPLXPJLIWVDUHDYDLODEOHIRUVWXGHQWV ZKRUHIHUQHZVWXGHQWVWR(PEU\5LGGOH 5()(5$)5,(1' &$6+*,)7 6HHFHQWHUVWDIIIRUGHWDLOV Academy Spirit September 1, 2006 25 Academy Spirit 26 COMMUNITY September 1, 2006 or 3445. Cadets are welcome. Child Woodland Park Sept. 16 from 7:30 a.m. Colorado history program care is not available. to 1 p.m. A 5K and a 10K route will be The Old Colorado History Center used. For directions and more infor- presents “General Palmer and the Calling all girls scouts mation, call Jake Eyermann at 333- Mellon/Clarke Connection,” Sept. 8 at The Girl Scouts Wagon Wheel 2940. 11 a.m. at 1 South 24th St. across from Council annual registration and ice Bancroft Park in Colorado Springs. The cream social is Sept. 14 from 5-7 p.m., Trafficking in persons program, hosted by Ms. Delores at the Scout Hut on Community Center training Gustafson, is free. The center opens at Drive. The council serves all girls in This training must be completed 10:15 a.m. For more information, call Holiday week hours kindergarten through 12th grade, and all by all Academy members no later than 636-1225. The Academy’s Army and Air Force its troops meet on the Academy. Parents Sept. 30. Exchange Service Labor Day Week are asked to volunteer this year. For It deals with women and children Emergency preparedness more information, call Michelle Nuñez hours are Monday through Saturday victims who have been kidnapped, fair at 567-6187, or Anne Pamp at 597- tricked, coerced or sold by their fami- from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday from The Tri-Lakes area Emergency 8603, ext 26. lies. While base officials are not aware 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Preparedness Fair is Sept. 16 from 10 of Academy or local violations, the a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lewis-Palmer High Hispanic heritage Secretary of Defense required training Cheerleaders visit School, 1300 Higby Rd., Monument, Minnesota Vikings cheerleaders observance is for all active duty, civilian employees The theme for this year’s Academy Colo. The fair is designed to empower Laura Westberg and Melissa Armstrong and cadets. DoD contractors are Hispanic Heritage Month observance all residents of Northern El Paso County will visit the Academy Sept. 9. The required to test only if they deploy. For from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 is “Hispanic to be ready for disasters. Sixteen organ- NFL entertainers will sign autographs more information, call 333-4344 or Americans: Our Rich Culture izations will have displays or conduct at the Cadet Bookstore from 2-3 p.m. 4258. Trainees need to register with Contributing to America’s Future.” demonstrations. For more information, and at the Main Exchange from 3:30 to computer based training to log-on. Planned events include the Hispanic call fair organizer and Monument Police 5 p.m. They’ll also sign autographs at Logging on problems can be resolved Heritage Month Kick-off Expo, Sept. Chief Jake Shirk at 884-8032. the Peterson Air Force Base Exchange at: hhttp://intraweb.usafa.af. 18 in the Community Center ballroom Sept. 8, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., mil/tip.ppp. from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; an Hispanic Zoo appreciates GIs the Fort Carson Post Exchange from cultural display will be in the The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo pres- 4-6 p.m. and at Wild Bill’s Buffalo Wild Community Center and McDermott ents Military Appreciation Weekend Wings from 6-7:30 p.m. and later. libraries; and a Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 16 and 17. Active duty members luncheon: Oct. 11, at the Academy and their families get in for $2 per Financial success seminar person. The zoo is off I-25 at the 138 The Academy Family Support Officers’ Club from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. West exit. For more information, call Center presents “An Evening for The guest speaker will be The Honorable 633-9925 or visit www.cmzoo.org. Financial Success,” Thursday from 7- Lionel Rivera, Mayor of Colorado Springs. For more activity information, 8 p.m., at 6248 Pine Loop. The free Qwest Military Day session on financial independence is call Senior Master Sgt. Leopoldo Perez at 333-4145, Master Sgt. Ricardo Nurses continuing The Colorado Rockies and Qwest hosted by Jack Johnston, personal finan- present Qwest Military Day at Coors cial management planner. Seating is Melendez at education The Non-Practicing and Part-Time Field Sept. 28 at 1:05 p.m., when the limited to 30 people, by reservation 333-6851, Tech. Sgt. Crystal Weeks at Nurses’Association presents “Impact of Rockies host the Los Angeles Dodgers only. For reservations, call 333-3444 333-6713, Tech. Sgt. Darrell Clements at 333-4258, Tech. Sgt. Gregory Meth Labs,” Wednesday from 7-9:15 in their final regular season home game. Buckley-Lowe at 333-0785, Ms. Beverly p.m., at the YMCA Garden Ranch Festivities include a parade, fly-over, Ryles Center, 2380 Montebello Drive West National Anthem, a color guard and at 333-6739 or Ms. Gina Moore at in Colorado Springs. The speaker is ceremonial first pitch – all performed 333-7241. Jim Saunders. Two continuing educa- by uniformed military personnel and tion contact hours will be given. For veterans. Commemorative dog tags will CADET CHAPEL Safety seat inspection more information, call Betty Lou be given to the first 5,000 fans, compli- Catholic Masses: The Academy Child Development Avinger at 599-7588 or Jean Sanger at ments of “America Supports You.” Sunday Center Parent Advisory Committee, 592-9311. Active duty members and veterans will Reconciliation 9:15-9:45 a.m. Academy Safety Office, Safe Kids be offered complimentary tickets and (or by appointment) Coalition and Academy Main Exchange MOAA special event can join in a pre-game parade. Mass - 10 a.m. are sponsoring a free child safety seat All active and retired officers are Additional tickets for family and friends Daily Mass Mon.-Thurs. 6:30 p.m. inspection Sept. 16, rain or shine, from are available for $6 each. To order Holy Day Mass 6 p.m. invited to a Military Officers 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Auto Skills Association of America special presen- tickets, call Bobby Dicroce at (303) Protestant Service: Center (car wash area) off Community tation by Ambassador Roger G. Harrison 312-2486, or fax (303) 312-2219, or Sunday Center Drive. Inspectors will ensure Thursday at the Peterson Air Force Base email [email protected], Traditional 9:00 a.m. the seats are in good working order, Officers’Club. Ambassador Harrison is or mail to CRBC, 2001 Blake St., Contemporary 10:30 a.m. your child is properly restrained and the Academy’s Wesley Posvar Professor Denver, CO., 80205, Attn: Bobby Gospel 12:00 p.m. answer questions. of Political Science. The event begins Dicroce or in person at the Coors field Jewish Services with a social at 11:30 a.m., followed by ticket windows. Fridays 7 - 8 p.m Volksmarch nears a noon luncheon All orders received by Sept. 15 will be mailed. Orders received later will be COMMUNITY CENTER The Academy and Falcon Wanderers The MOAA is looking to increase CHAPEL Volksmarch Club will celebrate the Air its membership. For more information available for pickup only at the Coors or to join, call A.S. Max Borysko at Field Will Call windows with a picture Catholic Masses: Force Global Volkssport XXVI with a Saturday walk at the Farish Recreation Area off (303) 647-0405 or James Way at (719) ID. (No federal endorsement of sponsor Reconciliation - 4 p.m. Rampart Range Road north of 591-9622. intended.) Mass- 5 p.m. Sunday Mass - 9:30 a.m. Religious Formation - 10:45 a.m. e (Begins Sept. 24) ion Lin Act The Action Line is a direct link to USAFA's senior leadership. It should be Protestant Services: the all es! used when other avenues have failed. Concerns should be addressed at the Saturday C ssu ve i lowest possible level in the chain of command and elevated as necessary. If Contemporary - 7 p.m. sol o re satisfactory results have not been attained by addressing the chain of com- Sunday t 900 mand, call the Action Line at 333-3900 or fax 333-4094 or mail to: Traditional - 8 a.m. 33-3 Gospel - 11 a.m. 3 Religious Formation - 9:30 a.m. Directorate of Public Affairs/ACTION LINE (Begins Sept. 24) 2304 Cadet Drive, Suite 3101 Monday-Friday USAF Academy, CO 80840-5016 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass For more information, call 333-3300. Items may also be e-mailed to [email protected]. Academy Spirit 36 September 1, 2006