STEM visit Cadets share knowledge with New Isolated T-Storms Windy Windy Mexico middle and high school 57 48 67 42 72 43 students. Page 14

Vol. 48 No. 36 September 12, 2008

Stratigic Plan Part two of eight reveals more of big picture. Page 3

Judgment Day Justice Steven Breyer visits Academy; rules “beautiful.” Page 11

Photo by Rachel Boettcher Majors Night Cadet 4th Class Nathaniel Shanks from Cadet Squadron 40 pushes buttons and ignites flames during Majors Night activities Wednesday evening in Fairchild Hall. Instructors and peers alike look on with some respond- Paying Tribute ing to the instant noise. See more on Majors Night in the Sept. 19 issue of the Academy Spirit. Fallen Academy graduates honored in touching ceremony. Page 15 CSAF sets uniform wear policy; Academy Superintendent weighs in

WASHINGTON (AFPN) – As of entire Air Force will now be wearing tion should be referred to our vice super- this week, Airmen worldwide are blues on Monday, we should as well.” intendent for consideration,” General required to wear a combination of the The letter goes on to say, “Effective Regni said. blues uniform each Monday. At a recent immediately, the uniform of the day Prior to Sept. 11, 2001, blues were Cowboys four-star conference, Air Force Chief for all Academy personnel is blues the primary duty uniform for most of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz discussed Monday through Wednesday. Thursday Airmen. Crushed the issue with other senior leaders. and Friday will be ‘warrior days’ in In the health and wellness arena, Falcon wax “We all agreed that part of our recognition of our fighting forces General Regni reminds everyone of his Wyoming opponents on gridiron. image, culture and professionalism is and the lengthy war we are all engaged previous emphasis on fitness. “You have Page 18 instilled in our blues,” General Schwartz in.” heard me say for several years that, said. Firefighters, those who work ‘Fitness is in at the Academy.’ In an official Academy Uniform of outdoors performing maintenance, “I expect all members of Team the Day Policy and Fitness letter dated SERE, CATM, K-9, etc. were noted as USAFA to check their reflection and INSIDE Tuesday, Academy Superintendent Lt. exceptions to the new Academy policy. ensure we consistently live and promote Commentary 2 Gen. John Regni said, “As you well know Furthermore, those conducting airfield our core values of Integrity, Service and in this training environment, we have operations will continue to wear flight Excellence,” General Regni said. “Wear News 3 had a policy where cadets and those suits, while fitness instructors in the all our uniforms proudly—service dress, Features 14 around them wear all combinations of athletic department will wear their other combinations of our blue Sports 18 uniforms throughout the year, and blues fitness uniforms while conducting uniforms, Airman Battle Uniforms, mess Community 20 are worn as the uniform of the day classes and coaching. “Areas not specif- dress—look sharp, be sharp!,” the letter Classifieds 21 Tuesday through Thursday. Since the ically mentioned that warrant an excep- concluded. 2 September 12, 2008 CSAF, Air Force leaders chart service path To responsibly inform and educate the Fellow Airmen, operations groups and refocusing our space are foundational to the Joint fight. Academy community and the public uniform efforts to solve current ABU Articulating what we do—what we bring about the Air Force Academy Last week Acting Secretary (Michael) and PT uniform problems. All of the to the Joint fight and how eager we are Lt. Gen. John Regni — Donley and I hosted a strategic summit decisions were made in keeping with our to serve—is important for every Airman Academy Superintendent with leadership from across the Air Force. “back to basics” approach, and this prin- to know and understand. Maj. Brett Ashworth — Director of Public Affairs This meeting was the latest in an on- ciple will continue to guide us in the We have the best Airmen in the Capt. Corinna Jones — going dialogue with senior leaders as we coming months. world—performing with Integrity, Chief of Internal Information chart the way ahead for our great insti- In that same spirit, we refined our Service, and Excellence. Your efforts Ken Carter — Editor tution. mission statement to better reflect what achieve mission success daily and keep [email protected] We are still discussing many long- we do for the Nation. It is simple: “The our collective promise to America. Butch Wehry — Senior Staff Writer [email protected] term issues, but we did reach conclusion mission of the United States Air Force is Ann Patton — Staff Writer on several near-term initiatives. to fly, fight and win … in air, space and [email protected] Hopefully you have read about some of cyberspace.” My first Vector outlines how NORTON A. SCHWARTZ Denise Navoy — Graphic Designer the key decisions such as halting the Air Force Global Vigilance, Reach and General, USAF The Academy Spirit is published by Colorado move of maintenance personnel into Power capabilities in air, space and cyber- Chief of Staff Springs Military Newspaper Group, a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written contract with the U.S. Air Force Academy. This civilian enterprise Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. military services. 101 Critical Days of Summer wrap up Contents of the Academy Spirit are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. government, the Department of Defense or the Department of the By Lt. Col. Bryan Cessna because Team USAFA can’t let its minute to assess the risks associated Air Force. Academy Director of Safety The appearance of advertising in this publication, guard down now that summer is over. with any daily activity and apply a including inserts or supplements, does not constitute Colorado offers countless opportuni- couple mitigation techniques to reduce endorsement by the Department of Defense, the Labor Day marked the end of the Department of the Air Force, or Colorado Springs ties to get out and enjoy the recre- or eliminate those risks. Military Newspaper Group, of the products or services 101 Critical Days of Summer safety ational activities the Rocky Mountains For example, if someone must use advertised. Everything advertised in this publication campaign for 2008. The men and shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage have to offer. Additionally, the temper- a weed-eater to trim the grass, mitigate without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national ori- women of the Air Force Academy had atures may be getting cooler but there the risk of injury by wearing long gin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political a very safe summer. We did not have a will be many beautiful days to ride clothing and eye protection. Taking affiliation or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. The printer reserves the right to reject fatality during this critical season— your motorcycles around the area. those types of simple, common-sense any advertisements. well done! Throughout the Air Force, three steps for any activity may prevent the Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the U.S. Air Force Academy Directorate of Public Your actions this summer exem- pedestrian accidents occured late in next serious mishap. Affairs. The editor reserves the right to edit articles plify the solid Wingman practices and the summer season. One was caused As the weather cools and fall to conform to Air Force policy and Associated Press style. All photos are U.S. Air Force photos unless other- highlight the idea of “Airmen taking when a driver got out of his vehicle to approaches, think back to those wise indicated. care of Airmen.” check the damage after contacting a summer months and continue the Unfortunately, our Air Force lost concrete barrier and was hit by a excellence Team USAFA exhibited in Submissions 16 Airmen during the same period. tractor-trailer. The other two were a being safe. Your safety staff released a Send submissions to: HQ USAFA/PAI, 2304 Cadet Drive, Suite 3100, U.S. Air Force Academy, CO 80840- Although our numbers were down couple hit by a hit-and-run driver Fall Safety Campaign Wednesday and 5016 or deliver to Suite 3100 in Harmon Hall. from the previous two years, the loss of while walking near their home. My your unit safety representative and Deadline for free classified ads on a space-avail- able basis is noon every Tuesday for that week’s pub- a single Airman is tragic. point here is accidents can happen commander have copies for use. The lication date. Paid classified advertising is accepted by Of our 16 fatalities, four were with no warning and each of us must staff here can also provide you with the publisher at 329-5236. The number to call for dis- play advertising is 634-5905. related to sports and recreation activi- be both prepared and vigilant at all this information. Deadline for all stories is noon Friday, one week ties and five were motorcycle acci- times for the unexpected. Call 333-3205 or e-mail: prior to the desired publication date. Refer questions dents. These two areas contributed to Your safety staff will continue to [email protected] with any questions to the Academy Spirit editor at 333-8823. Character Development The Academy Spirit also accepts story submis- more than 55 percent of the total. I stress to everyone to use personal risk or comments. Enjoy your weekend and sions by fax at 333-4094 or by e-mail: pa.news mention these two areas specifically management techniques daily. Take a as always—Be Safe!!! paper@ usafa.af.mil. CharacterCharacter CCornerorner The Easier Wrong or Harder Right? By Capt. Dan Kenny bills stuck together. The fast food restaurant involve something relatively small, like $5. Center for Character Development cashier has overpaid you by $5. What do you Sometimes choices can be rather difficult and do? You’re home, shoes off, ready to relax for can involve something larger, more valuable, Picture this: you pull into a local drive-thru the afternoon. What do you do? This happened such as high-dollar contracts or property.The restaurant Ca ford lunch.et It’sS duringig peakh thours P –ica fewt monthsure ago to my wife. When she counted important point here is that character — the the lunch rush. It takes seemingly forever to get the money and realized she was overpaid, she core ethical and moral foundation that we base your food. When you finally get to the cashier got back in the car and drove back to the restau- these types of decisions on — can never be window, you pay your money and take your rant to return the money,even though she was conditional. change. Without counting your change,you pull tired and just wanted to relax. We should always strive to do the right away and drive home. You arrive home,go inside Throughout our lives, we face these deci- thing whether it is popular and easy or and count the change before putting it into your sions – the easier wrong versus the harder right. unpopular and difficult. If it’s the wallet or purse. You notice there are two $5 Sometimes these decisions are easy and can right thing to do, then do it!

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Staff Sgt. Violeta Beyer Tom Kroeger 1st Lt. Sarah Sandifer Spouse of retired Retired Army Nelson Mitchell 306th Operations Air Force member member HQ USAFA Support Squadron September 12, 2008 3 Priority #1 — Developing officers of character By Capt. Uriah Orland Leadership Development as new manning Academy Public Affiars positions are filled. The change will allow the center’s staff to continue the programs “Make no mistake, the mission here they currently conduct, while adding the is not athletics, not airmanship, not ability to further develop and assess the academics — but building officers of effectiveness of Academy training and character,” Academy Superintendent, Lt. education. Gen. John Regni, said. “The Center for Character This clear guidance is why the Development gets maybe only half a Academy’s No. 1 strategic goal is: “Focus percent of a cadet’s time,” the colonel on leadership and character develop- said. “Because of this, we must effectively ment.” integrate our efforts with all mission “It’s impossible to overestimate the elements, because commissioning officers importance of character and leadership of character is the basis of what all MEs in our business — the profession of arms,” do, day-in and day-out.” said Commandant of Cadets, Brig. Gen. In addition to the transition of the Susan Desjardins. “Our core values, the center, other MEs are adjusting to better cadet honor code, learning values-based accomplish this goal. leadership, and treating people with “After the Academy Outcomes were respect and dignity — these are the foun- Photo by Dave Ahlschwede approved, we took a hard look at every dations of officer development here. is the key,” said Staff Sgt. Justin Lane, faculty orientation and this year we had program and rewrote syllabi and adjusted Regardless of individual academic majors, installation patrolman, 10th Security a full day where we told the new members operation orders to highlight which athletic or airmanship achievements, or Forces Squadron. “When we do dorm about what the mission and vision state- outcomes were being focused on during Air Force Specialty Code, after they leave patrols and conduct our business in a ments really mean. And, what they really each activity or event,” General Desjardins here, every graduate must get these right.” professional manner, exemplifying the mean is that we all have a role in this. So said. On the hill, one can see this goal in core values, they are respectful in return. we gave them some practical examples of In the end, all changes are intended action with the honor code prominently We are setting the example now for the how we integrate character and leader- to accomplish one thing—to develop offi- displayed on the Terrazzo. Air Officers enlisted force so when the cadets grad- ship lessons in a PE class or a chemistry cers of character. Commanding and Academy Military uate, they will hopefully carry that respect class; and it resonated really well.” “Character goes far beyond merely Trainers exemplify internalizing the Air over onto active duty.” Dean of the Faculty Brig. Gen. Dana adhering to the tenants of the cadet Honor Force core values, and faculty members “Even if personnel don’t see cadets Born summarized the importance of the Code,” the general said. “It’s about always continuously stress the importance of during the day, the cadets see them or the faculty demonstrating their character doing your best, making tough moral integrity in class through enforcing plagia- fruits of their labor,” said Vice every day. choices despite pressures and tempta- rism policies and by setting personal Superintendent, Col. Paul Ackerman. “The most important way we build tions to the contrary, and showing dignity examples. In addition, the Center for From the airfield to the athletic fields, character in the classroom is by the and respect to the people around you. Character Development conducts regular the integration across all Academy organ- example we set,” she said. “Every person “The four-year Academy experience character seminars and classes for the izations is designed to mutually reinforce on the faculty is conscious of the fact is really designed to move beyond simply cadets. However, these are only part of the consistent lessons and messages about that we’re being watched by the cadets in following a set of pre-established rules. equation in accomplishing this goal. character. everything we say and do. We accept the Instead, it is about developing an internal Every Academy organization is “We are working with the faculty and premise that character is ‘caught’ as much motivation to embrace the Core Values involved, either directly or indirectly, in Academy staff to give them some tools as it’s ‘taught’.” of integrity, service and excellence. This developing the future leaders of the Air and make sure we all have the same vocab- In order to better integrate the occurs when all Academy mission Force and the nation. ulary,” said Col. John Norton, Center for mission elements, the Center for elements are working in concert to “When cadets see me and how I do Character Development director. “For Character Development will transition systematically reinforce the Academy my job and carry myself, professionalism example, every summer there is a new into the Center for Character and Outcomes.” INSOMNIA?

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Academy senior leaders gathered to pay tribute to a remarkable group of cadets Sept. 4 at a reception hosted by Dean of the Faculty Brig. Gen. Dana Born. The reception honored the newest members of the Dean’s Aces (4.0 GPA). Of 4,354 members within the Cadet Wing last semester, 22 cadets earned an A in every class including physical educa- tion. All four classes were represented on the list, which included a number of intercollegiate athletes, high-ranking Courtesy Photo members of the cadet chain of command Brig. Gen Dana Born recently hosted a special reception for cadet “Aces.” and scholarship winners/candidates. every cadet was also a member of the Five of the 22 Aces are in the Academy superintendent’s, commandant’s or Spring 2008 Aces Club Scholars Program. Thirteen different athletic lists,” General Born said. “Earning majors were represented led by five cadet a 4.0 GPA is a remarkable achievement Cadet Class Year SQ Major Aces from management and four from at any university, and even more remark- Kenneth Grosslin**** 2008 20 Mathematics economics. able at the Academy, given a cadet’s Lars-Kristian Hinrichsen 2008 19 Management Regarding backgrounds, three Aces academic load, military training, profes- Kevin Pastoor** 2008 13 Chemistry were awarded graduate scholarships, six sional obligations and participation in Zachary Pierce 2008 26 Foreign Area Studies participated in varsity athletics, two sports and extra-curricula activities.” Frank Schiavone 2008 36 Management attended the U.S. Naval Academy last “This event was absolutely amazing,” Thomas Stuart** 2008 36 Physics semester as exchange students, one Ace said Cadet 2nd Class Thomas Meyer. Abraham Umanah 2008 3 Economics attended the Academy Preparatory Cadet Dewees, 3rd Cadet Group Joshua Van Wyngaarden 2008 21 Biology School, and one Ace continued the Long commander, said nine of the 13 Aces Brad Dewees** 2009 22 Systems Engineering Management Blue Line started by their parents (’78 and attending are from Group 3. Thomas Meyer 2009 1 Electrical Engineering ’81 Academy grads). “Getting the opportunity to talk Abbey Rogers 2009 22 Behavioral Sciences Given this remarkable achievement, face-to-face with the senior leadership Jared Tuinstra 2009 29 Aeronautical Engineering many have achieved Aces notoriety about current issues or their experiences Michael Albert** 2010 29 Economics before to include now 2nd Lt. Kenneth was great, but the food was better,” said Nicholas Carter** 2010 9 Aeronautical Engineering Grosslin, the Aces event’s third quadruple Cadet 1st Class Brent Whiteman. Robert Durbin** 2010 24 Operations Research Ace ever, and seven double Aces; 2nd Lts. Senior leadership attending the Rexford Pearce** 2010 21 Management Kevin Pastoor, Thomas Stuart, Cadet 1st dinner included Superintendent Lt. Gen. Erinn Scott 2010 18 Mechanical Engineering Class Brad Dewees, Cadets 2nd Class John Regni, Vice Superintendent Col. Brent Whiteman 2010 19 Management Micheal Albert, Nicholas Carter, Rexford Paul Ackerman, Commandant of Cadets Joseph Fry 2011 27 Economics Pearce, and former Cadet 3rd Class Brig. Gen. Susan Desjardins, Director Andrew Mills 2011 34 Mechanical Engineering Robert Durbin. of Athletics Dr. Hans Mueh, Vice Dean William Patterson 2011 15 Economics “The enormous talent represented of the Faculty Col. John Andrew, Stephen Vrabic 2011 21 Management within the Cadet Wing is particularly Command Chief Arvin Davis and their ****Quadruple Ace **Double Ace evident inCOS thispring sevening’s_Military_A Dfunction.ai 8/26/ since08 9:42:spouses.59 AM

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By Capt. Elizabeth Mathias will remember him always.” Academy’s original cadre. Academy Department of English “General Moody established the foundation for General Moody also served as the first vice dean the teaching of humanities disciplines at the Air Force of the faculty and as the chair of the humanities divi- One of the U.S. Air Academy,” said Col. Kathleen Harrington, perma- sion, as well as chaired several committees, including Force Academy’s original nent professor and English department head. “Cadets the committee on curriculum enrichment, which formed permanent professors, continue to learn the life experiences literature affords the school’s academic majors, and the library committee. retired Brig. Gen. Peter and the communication skills necessary for leader- General Moody’s military decorations include the Moody, died from natural ship because of General Moody’s early commitment legion of merit, distinguished flying cross, air medal with causes Aug. 23 in to the Academy’s program.” 10 oak-leaf clusters, French Croix de Guerre, and various Fayetteville, N.C., at the age General Moody was born in Dillon, S.C., April 5, air campaign medals. He completed his master’s degree of 91. 1917. He graduated from Wofford College in South in 1947 and later earned a doctorate from Cambridge General Moody was Carolina and was pursuing a Master’s Degree at Duke University, England, in 1963. among the first permanent University at the outset of World War II. He then General Moody is survived by his wife, Mary; three professors appointed to the entered the U.S. Military Academy in 1938 where, as sons, Peter Jr., Joseph and Benjamin; two daughters, U.S. Air Force Academy and Gen. Peter Moody a first class cadet, he taught English in place of faculty Judith McDermott and Melissa Hawes; stepdaughter was the first head of the Department of English. members who had been ordered overseas into combat. Jacqueline Bradley; two brothers, Jerry and Jack; 12 General Moody served as department head from 1954 Upon graduation from West Point in 1942, then 2nd grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. He died to 1967, and as permanent professor from 1958 to 1967. Lt. Moody flew fighters with the 393rd Fighter peacefully in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in “Our thoughts are with General Moody’s family Squadron on 69 combat missions in Europe. Fayetteville in the company of family and friends. as they mourn his loss, a loss we feel as well,” said Lt. Col. Moody was teaching English at West A funeral service with full military honors will be Dean of the Faculty Brig. Gen. Dana Born. “The Point when Gen. Robert McDermott, the Air Force held at the Fort Myer Old Post Chapel in Arlington, Va. Air Force Academy owes much of our academic Academy’s first permanent professor and dean ,on Nov. 10 at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Arlington excellence to his vision of service and scholarship. We of the faculty, recruited him to become part of the National Cemetery. Pilots continue treatment for injuries from crash

As of Wednesday two pilots continue treatment Mr. Brown is being treated at St. Mary Corwin program. This program introduces basic aviation in Pueblo hospitals for injuries sustained in an aircraft Medical Center while Lieutenant Schmidt, a 2008 skills to and screens new officers for pilot and combat accident Monday. Academy graduate, is being treated at Parkview Medical systems officers career fields. The Doss Aviation DA-20 Falcon trainer aircraft Center. Since this crash involved a civilian aircraft, the crashed near Pueblo Memorial Airport, with two Their single-engine trainer aircraft was based out National Transportation Safety Board, the Federal people on board. They were Mr. Levi Brown, instructor of Pueblo Memorial Airport, and operated by Doss Aviation Administration and the U.S. Air Force are pilot, and Air Force 2nd Lt. Jeffrey Schmidt, student Aviation under contract to the U.S. Air Force. The investigating the accident. pilot. aircraft is part of the Air Force’s Initial Flight Screening

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By Ken Carter Among them is ensuring correct informa- Editor tion gets to parents. Academy Plans and Programs does this by providing detailed Unlike other Air Force bases that host information on the Academy Web site, airshows or open houses, the Air Force as well as overseeing the Parents’ Weekend Academy opens its gates once a year for hotline and the Parents’ Weekend mailing parents and family members of the more to fourth-class cadet parents. The office than 4,000 cadets to come and learn what provides an advance brochure, a schedule the Academy’s all about. of events, Academy maps and base parking Nearly 9,000 guests visited their cadets passes. It also works with cadets to ensure Aug. 29 through Sept. 1. Many attended they are communicating with their guests classes, a Cadet Wing parade on Stillman prior to arrival. Parade Field, an information fair at Arnold With challenges also come rewards.

Hall, various organizational open houses Photo by Ken Carter Ms. Christensen said knowing parents and took a tour of Jacks Valley. The Visiting parents explored Academy organizational displays and spoke with and guests enjoyed their visits and feel weekend was highlighted by a Falcon foot- unit representatives in the Arnold Hall ballroom Aug. 29. the various activities and tours were helpful ball home-game victory. “It takes months of planning and coor- manning an information table and ‘Lost in learning more about the Academy is Since Sept. 1, parents have written dination to pull off this event,” Ms. Parents booth’ at the base of the Core plenty of reward. and called to say how much they enjoyed Christensen said. “This year we hosted Values Ramp Aug. 29. They assisted more No significant changes are anticipated time with their cadets and all Parents’ nearly 9,000 parents and family members than 100 parents and guests in finding in the 2009 Parents’ Weekend, however, Weekend related activities. One of our Cadet Wing, from all cadet classes. and meeting up with their cadets. They the aim is to continue to improve the commented, “I was able to participate in It’s a lot of work but worth it to see all the answered questions, provided refresh- information fair with more vendors. “We class as if I belonged there, but didn’t have smiling faces and excited people who ments and acted as hosts to the many also hope to provide more and varied to do the homework!” She described her come out for Parents’ Weekend.” guests throughout the day,” she said. cadet clubs and performing groups at family’s experiences with the flight simu- Organizations from across the Success doesn’t just happen overnight. Arnold Hall to showcase the opportuni- lator, the well-organized tour of Jacks Academy played vital roles. “Personnel “We start coordinating the schedule ties cadets have to broaden their talents Valley and the excellent bus system from DF, CW, AD, the Air Base Wing, of events early in the year and post it on during their time here,” Ms. Christensen throughout the weekend. Prep School and the USAFA DRU all the Web site for the new appointee parents said. No one knows better what it takes came together to ensure Parents’ Weekend to review and to assist them in making Anyone with comments or sugges- logistically to receive this kind of response activities came off without a hitch,” she said. their travel arrangements,” Ms. Christensen tions for Parents’ Weekend 2009, (Sept. 4- than Sue Christensen from the Academy’s According to Ms. Christensen, among said. “Meetings begin in earnest in June, 7), may e-mail: special.events@usafa. Plans and Programs office. the many organizations offering excep- immediately following graduation, and edu. Hard work, thoughtful communica- tional support was the Dean of the Faculty continue right up to Labor Day.” Parents’ Weekend 2009 information tion and planning, and organizational staff. Any event of this magnitude comes will be posted on the USAFA Web site by support are always key. “They played an invaluable role by with its share of logistical challenges. the end of 2008.

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September 12, 2008 7 JAG corps announces law school programs

Applications for the Funded Legal program for active-duty Air Force required at the time of application for based on a review of the entire applica- Education Program and Excess Leave commissioned officers. It is an assign- FLEP/ELP) to at least one ABA approved tion package using a “whole person” Program are being accepted from Jan. 1 ment action, and participants receive full law school, received their law school concept. AFI 51-101, Judge Advocate through March 1, 2009. Interested offi- pay, allowances, and tuition. Applicants admissions test results, and completed a Accession Program, Chapters two and cers are encouraged to compete. must have between two and six years staff judge advocate interview by March three, discuss the FLEP and ELP. “Our Air Force missions are active duty service (enlisted or commis- 1, 2009. Officers must also provide a letter For more information and application constantly changing, and commanders sioned) and must be in the pay grade of conditional release from their current materials, visit www.airforce.com/jag, deserve to have access to legal advisors captain or below as of the day they begin career field. Selection for both programs contact your base legal office, or contact with a broad background of military expe- law school. The FLEP is subject to tuition is competitive. Capt. Afsana Ahmed, HQ USAF/JAX riences,” said Col. Robin Moro, the chief limitations, and positions may be limited Applications meet a selection board ([email protected] or 1-800- of the professional development division due to overall funding availability. The Air in early March, and selections are made JAG-USAF). in the office of the judge advocate general. Force Institute of Technology tuition limit “The FLEP and ELP will ensure that we for fiscal 2009 is expected to be set at can continue to maintain a corps of offi- approximately $10,000 per year. cers whose military experience compli- The ELP is an unpaid legal studies ments their legal training, providing program for Air Force officers. commanders with the highest caliber of Participants do not receive pay and legal support.” allowances, but remain on active duty Air Force JAGs do more than just for retirement eligibility and benefits provide legal assistance. In addition to purposes. Applicants must have between prosecuting and defending clients brought two and 10 years active-duty service and before courts-martial, JAG officers must be in the pay grade captain or below routinely participate in nearly every facet as of the first day of law school. of the Air Force mission, including devel- Applications will be accepted from oping and acquiring weapons systems, through the first quarter of 2009. Both the ensuring availability of airspace and ranges FLEP and ELP require attendance at an where those systems are tested and oper- American Bar Association approved law Photo by Dennis Rogers ated, consulting with commanders about school. Upon graduation and admission 30-Year Pin how those systems are employed in armed to practice law in the highest court of conflict, and assisting commanders in any state, territory of the United States, Commandant of Cadets Brig. Gen. Susan Desjardins presents Scott Fisher with his 30-year-pin in a ceremony Sept. 4. Since arriving at the the day-to-day running of military instal- or a federal court, candidates are eligible Academy, Mr. Fisher has worked as a scheduler in the commandant of lations around the world. Every facet of for designation as judge advocates. cadets’ mission element, where he currently supervises two civilian every Air Force mission is bound by To be considered for FLEP or ELP, employees, schedules cadets for altitude chamber training, and over- elements of the law. applicants must have completed all appli- sees the production of the spring break, fall transition, Thanksgiving, The FLEP is a paid legal studies cation forms, applied (acceptance is not winter break and graduation operation orders.

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By Butch Wehry Academy Spirit staff

Cadet Squadron 11 members partic- ipated in the Race for the cure Sunday, a project especially meaningful to these cadets since their Air Officer Com- manding’s wife is a breast cancer survivor. The Race for the Cure opened at 5:30 a.m. with a 5-K run and a one-mile fun walk. A third option, “Sleep in for the Cure,” was also available for non-early- bird types. “It was part of our squadron’s commu- nity service learning project for the year,” said Cadet 2nd Class Laura Regnier, a foreign studies major from Oaxaco, Mexico. “This race supports the research Courtesy Photos Cadets 1st Class Laura Regnier and Brooke Cultra and Cadet 3rd Class Cadet 4th Class Yagie Janisch sets and potential cure for a type of cancer that Adrienne Torielli set up sponsor banners during "Race for the Cure." up cones and ropes in a parking lot. has touched nearly everyone’s family in one way or another. The Rebels recognize the expo area for clinic and cancer centers The Race for the Cure these things and are willing to offer their to provide knowledge relating to breast project went beyond the time and energy for such a worthwhile cancer. annual requirement. cause.” Cadets served as security augmentees “I was touched to see Squadron members decided to take on with the Colorado Springs Police Depart- not only how many cadets the project after Amy Dayton shared with ment, performing parking and traffic duty, and permanent party volun- the squadron members the story of her officiated at the start and finish lines and teered their time and energy, fight against cancer. manned the aid stations along the course. but also how many have “Our AOC’s wife, a breast cancer Several served in the pre- and post-race donated beyond the amount survivor, led a team called ‘USAF for the refreshment tents. required to register for the Cure,’” Cadet Regnier said. “This team Most everyone helped clean up after race.” Cadet Regnier said. numbered around 60 and was comprised the race by tearing down equipment, According to Cadet of CS-11 cadets and others, including banners, tables and chairs. Regnier, time and money Left to right: Maj. Alan Dayton and Cadets 1st AOC’s and Academy Military Trainers.” Every academic year, each cadet are scarce resources for many Class Jeremy Fox and Derek Candiotti transport Commandant of Cadets Brig. Gen. squadron is required to plan and carry out cadets and it meant a lot to supplies for "Race for the Cure." Susan Desjardins and her husband also a community service project. Guidelines see both given away so freely come when the search for the cure will participated. are provided, but the actual project and to the community. end and the Rebels can look back and say Cadets took on many different jobs. details the squadron decides. The goal is “At the end of the day we knew we’d ‘hey, I was a part of that!’ and we find that Some set up tables and chairs for official to promote good citizenship and the Air helped in the fight against cancer,” she said. one of our own loved one’s life is saved as race sponsor tents while others constructed Force Core Value “Service Before Self ”. “And who knows when the day will finally a result.”

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A Science, Technology, Engineering and Math outreach program for schools on Indian reserva- tions in New Mexico prompted Academy computer specialist Kwi Spinks to lead cadets there last month. “I volunteered for it since it seemed very intriguing to see how other middle or high school children respond to the STEM outreach programs we offer,” said the Pusan, Korea, born Department of Astronautics employee. “It can be very helpful to get different perspectives on education and our civic responsibilities.” What she found was that successful STEM workshops are very much dependent on the the school’s academic level. “In one high school, the students’ academic knowledge level was very impressive, most of them had very good knowledge about what we were talking about, they participated enthusiastically in our program and enjoyed themselves,” Ms. Spinks said. “In another high school, students did not have as much academic knowledge and not as much enthusiasm, but they still participated and seemed to have a wonderful time.” Students’ reactions also varied depending on Courtesy Photos the school,” Ms. Spinks said. “All audiences were Cadets 1st Class Samuel Gay and Jennifer Johnson demonstrate how a bridge is set up and give stu- very impressed when the two cadets, Cadets 1st dents supplies at La Cueva High School. Class Jennifer Johnson and Samuel Gay, talked about why they joined the Academy, what they are possibly pursuing careers in science or technology. hand were too cool for that.” studying, and what they could do with the tremen- “Some were excited to talk to us, and we He said he really had to judge the level of dous opportunities the Academy has offered them.” allowed that after our quick brief and opening understanding of his audience before he could The trip made Cadet Johnson realize what it introductions,” said CS-09’s space operations major. delve deep into tough engineering concepts. feels like to have both highly motivated students, as “Actually, it was the older students who had more “A middle school girl at Menaul asked me what well as ones who are not. questions than the youth. I think we are intimi- kind of jobs you could get after going through the She didn’t mince words. dating because of the knowledge we have and Academy,” Cadet Gay said. “I rattled off a few and “I can see why some instructors have such a excitement we bring to the table.” she replied, ‘I want to be a teacher.’ What kind of hard time here,” she said. “In all schools, I saw “Some kids were hard to reach,” said Cadet Gay. teacher I asked and she said, ‘homeroom teacher.’ I students who had a plan in life, motivated to do “You had to talk about football or the Olympics to said ‘yes you could be a homeroom teacher if you well and explore. I also saw the complete opposite, draw them in. Once you got them involved, went to the Academy.’” with students who were not motivated, had no however, they were motivated to accomplish the The Academy team made its way to Waltowa plans or outlook on life, and generally got through tasks given them. The middle school students were High Charter School, the La Cueva High School the time with me as conflict in the way of their all about volunteering. As soon as they heard the and Menaul Middle and High Schools. happiness, whatever it may be.” word volunteer, they were all The cadets visited mostly high school students, eyes and ears. The high many excited to be doing the workshops as well as school students on the other

Cadet 1st Class Jennifer Johnson and Lt. Col. Lynnane George, head of Cadet 1st Class Jennifer Johnson looks on as student work an assigned proj- the Academy’s Department of Astronautics, help the Waltowa High ect. School students break bridges. September 12, 2008 15 Academy honors grads with memorial dedication By Staff Sgt. Tim Jenkins Academy Public Affairs

The Academy honored two 2001 graduates with the dedication of memorial display cases Friday in the McDermott Library. Academy staff, cadets, members of the 23rd Special Tactics Squadron and Air Force Special Operations Command, and family and friends honored Capt. Derek Argel and Capt. Jeremy Fresques with display cases containing items from their days as cadets and their time as special tactics officers. The two were killed in plane crash while deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq in 2005. “These cases will serve as reminders to all who view them, not only of those who came before, but also the service, sacrifice and the very real cost of war,” said Cadet 1st Class Jared Tuinstra, the master of cere- monies for the dedication. Captain Argel and Captain Fresques were assigned as special tactics officers to the 23rd Special Tactics Squadron at Hurlburt Field, Fla. In 2005, Captain Argel and Captain Fresques were deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq, and on Memorial Day that year, Captain Photo by Rachel Boettcher Argel and Captain Fresques, Maj. William Downs, Staff Friends and family unveil the memorial display Sgt. Casey Crate and Iraqi Air Force Capt. Ali Abass case for Capt. Jeremy Fresques at the McDermott died when the Iraqi reconnaissance aircraft they were Library Sept. 5. in crashed in the eastern Diyala Province, Iraq. Debbie Argel-Bastian, mother of Captain Argel, “This memorial serves as a reminder of the ulti- spoke at the ceremony. mate sacrifice made by these two men,” he said. “As “Derek was an absolutely remarkable person. He time passes, memories fade and details forgotten, these was 6 foot 6 and everyone said that if he shook your memorials remain to serve as a compass for future hand you had a friend for life,” she said. He made a leaders and warriors. A guide to the values we decision in the 5th grade that he would attend a service embrace: integrity, selflessness, excellence and courage. academy and become the best officer he could. He This will serve as an inspiration to other young men loved what he was doing, and at one time he said to and women willing to dedicate their lives to this me, ‘Mom, I’m not going out behind a desk. I’m going country, their service and their team.” out on a mission.’” Following Colonel Ray’s remarks and the unveiling Todd Allison, also a 2001 Academy graduate and of the memorial displays, Senior Master Sgt. Tony former roommate of Captain Fresques, spoke at the Travis from the 23rd STS lead ceremony attendees in ceremony, remembering Captain Fresques as fierce and memorial pushups on the Terrazzo. competitive with unmatched loyalty, courage, integrity The memorial display cases will be located in the and passion. He said the dedication of the memorial captains’ former cadet squadrons: Cadet Squadron 2 displays will help him and the Fresques family with the for Captain Argel, and CS-29 for Captain Fresques. “The cases are absolutely beautiful, so our hope is healing process. Courtesy Photo “It’s healing I think for the both of us. For me, that all of the cadets who come through here are able to Capt. Jeremy Fresques was trained as a special losing a best friend —a brother, and for (the Fresques take a look at them, read about Derek and Jeremy and tactics officer shortly after graduating from the family) losing a son, it’s a good therapy,” he said. see what their lives were like,” said Mrs. Argel-Bastian. Academy in 2001. Lt. Col. Eric Ray, 720th Special Tactics Group deputy commander, also spoke at the dedication and reflected on the importance of the memorial displays and of remembering the sacrifices made by Captains Argel and Fresques.

Photo by Rachel Boettcher Courtesy Photo The memorial display case for Captain Derek Argel is unveiled.The case will be permanently displayed Capt. Derek Argel, a 2001 Academy graduate, was in Cadet Squadron 2, the squadron Captain Argel was assigned to as a cadet. Capt. Jeremy Fresques’ killed in a plane crash in Iraq in 2005. display will be in CS-29. 16 September 12, 2008 Pentagon unveils 9/11 Memorial Sept. 11, 2001, should have been a typical Tuesday around the memorial and is designed to grow in morning for most Americans, but it became a day we height beginning at three inches up to 71 inches above will never forget. Like few days in our history, most the seating surface. It represents the age in years from of us will remember exactly what we were doing when the youngest victim to the oldest. Each victim’s name the news flashed across our television screens or when is inscribed on a we heard the announcement on the radio. bench, and the As the World Trade Center burned in New York benches are ar- City as a result of two terrorist-hijacked aircraft ranged by age. crashing into them, Americans were shocked again In all, more when it was revealed that a third plane struck the than 3,000 people DOD Photo west side of the Pentagon, killing 184 people, including This artist’s rendition of the Pentagon Memorial died in the attacks all 59 passengers onboard. shows the 184 memorial units, each dedicated to of Sept. 11, and The loss of fellow servicemen and women—as an individual victim, including the 59 lives lost on more than 4,500 well as the passengers on the plane—devastated American Airlines Flight 77 and the 125 lives lost servicemembers U.S. Air Force Photo members of the Air Force and the country. in the Pentagon. The memorial was dedicated have since died The memorial for John On the seventh anniversary of “9/11,” defense Thursday. fighting terrorism Yamnicky and the other 183 people killed on board officials will dedicate the Pentagon Memorial as a The Pentagon Memorial—built on nearly two around the globe. American Airlines Flight 77 that lasting tribute to those who died. Here are some facts acres of land outside the Pentagon—includes 184 Today, 201,100 hit the Pentagon Sept. 11, 2001, to keep in mind as you reflect on the significance of memorial benches, each dedicated to a victim. Fifty- servicemembers, is shown. Mr. Yamnicky is the that day and the memorial: nine of the benches face one direction for the victims including 26,000 father of Master Sgt. Jennifer The attacks of Sept. 11 occurred 60 years to the who died on the plane, and the remaining 125 face Airmen, are de- Yamnicky, an Air National day of the groundbreaking for the construction of the other direction for those who died in the Pentagon. ployed in support Guardsman stationed at the Pentagon, which took place Sept. 11, 1941. An “Age Wall” surrounds a perimeter bench of the war. Andrews Air Force Base, Md.

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By James Rowell borhood watch program for the Air Force.” or badges (or the equipment to manufac- to their plan without actually committing Academy Anti-Terrorism Office However, OSI and security forces ture such items) or any other controlled the terrorist act. This is especially true can’t be everywhere. Anti-terrorism offi- items. when planning a kidnapping, but it can With the fall comes Academy foot- cials rely on citizens to be aware and Suspicious persons out of place: also pertain to bombings. An element ball season and the Air Force four-star notice when something is out of place. People who don’t seem to belong in the of this activity could also include mapping summit, CORONA. As the Academy Terrorist acts are not spontaneous activ- workplace, neighborhood, business estab- out routes and determining the timing of opens the base to visitors and high visual ities that “just happen,” they require lishment, or anywhere else. Includes traffic lights and flow. events, the risk of potential attacks careful planning. suspicious border crossings and stow- Deploying assets: People and increase. Suspicious activity should be reported aways aboard ship or people jumping supplies getting into position to commit Everyone in the Academy commu- immediately to the security forces desk, ship in port. the act. This is a person’s last chance to nity can help protect against terrorist 333-2000, who will notify the OSI agent Dry run: Putting people into posi- alert authorities before the terrorist act activities through the program Operation on call to investigate. With your help, we tion and moving them around according occurs. Eagles Eyes. The Air Force Office of will have another safe and successful foot- Special Investigations developed Eagle ball season. Eyes in April 2002 to prevent terrorism There are seven categories of suspi- by teaching Airmen and citizens how to cious activities that warrant reporting: spot and report suspicious activity. Surveillance: Someone recording or The 2008 Department of Homeland monitoring activities. This may include Security risk assessment still identifies Al- the use of cameras (either still or video), Qaida as the number-one threat towards note taking, drawing diagrams, anno- America, with the goal to produce a mass tating on maps, or using binoculars or casualty attack. The Academy does not other vision-enhancing devices. have indication of specific threats towards Elicitation: People or organizations the Academy, but personnel should never attempting to gain information about let their guard down. military operations, capabilities, or people. “If we’re truly going to win the global Elicitation attempts may be made by mail, war on terrorism, it will take everyone’s fax, telephone or in person. support,” said Mr. Paul Ceciliani, Academy Tests of security: Any attempts to anti-terrorism officer. “We want to measure reaction times to security continue to reemphasize the program breaches or to penetrate physical security because people can get complacent when barriers or procedures in order to assess it comes to spotting suspicious activity. At strengths and weaknesses. the Academy with our event cordon and Acquiring supplies: Purchasing or File Photo large events we host, it’s even more impor- stealing explosives, weapons, ammunition, At any given home game the Falcons can draw more than 46,000 foot- tant our awareness levels stay high. The etc. Also includes acquiring military ball fans. Security is always paramount and even more so when “visi- tors” are present. Eagle Eyes program is a lot like a neigh- uniforms, decals, flight manuals, passes

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Photo by John Van Winkle Above: Falcons’ strong safety Chris Thomas puts Wyoming quarterback Dax Crum in a bear hug and forces Wyoming’s first fumble of the game.

Photo by Denise Navoy Right: Senior fullback Todd Newell dives over the top of the pile to score the game’s second touch- down and put the game out of reach for Wyoming.

VOTE BIRD! Cross Country meter invitational will begin at • Air Force Men’s Soccer vs. Cal The Air Force cross country 9:30 a.m. State Fullerton - 6 p.m. • Army Black Knights (4-1) vs. Air Hey you!! team returns to competition as it 2008 Falcon heads to San Diego for the 64th Force Falcons (1-4) - 8 p.m. annual Aztec Invitational Satur- Invitational Soccer Sunday - Cadet Soccer Stadium - Yes, You... day. The meet, which takes place Today- Cadet Soccer Stadium – USAFA Remember at historic Balboa Park, will begin USAFA • Army vs. Colorado College - 11 for the Falcons at 9 a.m. (PST) • Colorado College Tigers (4-0- a.m. to vote with the women’s 5000-meter 1) vs. Denver Pioneers (3-0-1) - • Denver vs. Air Force - 1 p.m. invitational. The men’s 8000- 4 p.m. FREE Admission for all games http://www.capitalonebowl.com/vote/main September 12, 2008 19 Academy claims softball championship title

By Walt Johnson Peterson team. At the same time, the turn to play Buckley and the Academy disappointed the fans. The battle was Colorado Springs Military Newspaper Group defending champion Schriever team was battered them as soundly as the Schriever clearly between the two best teams in beginning its run to the championship team did, beating them 23-6. the tournament. The Air Force Academy used an game with an equally impressive 20-9 That decided the two teams who The Academy team came out of the outstanding offensive attack to win the win over Fort Carson. would meet for the title as the Academy gates like it had an appointment to make, 2008 Rocky Mountain Military Softball In Schriever’s second game it routed played the third game of the tourna- jumping out to a quick 10-0 lead. It Championship at Peterson Air Force Buckley AFB, 25-8, and served notice ment. Schriever won its third game, 17- looked like the game was over. But the Base Sept. 6. to every other team it was determined to 5, over Peterson but in its third game of Schriever team showed it wasn’t just a The team came with a high-powered defend its title with a bruising offensive the tournament the Academy team was collection of ball players, but people with offense as the tournament began slugging attack. After Peterson snuck by F.E. beaten by F.E. Warren, 18-16. the hearts of champions as they clawed its way to a 26-14 victory over the host Warren 17-16, the Academy team had its The loss dropped the Academy team’s their way back into the game. As the record to 2-1 and put them a game behind seventh inning started, the team was the Schriever team. The tournament within two runs of the Academy team, format calls for ties to be determined by 17-15. In the top of the seventh, the what the two teams did in head-to-head Academy put nine runs on the board to competition, so all was not lost for the seemingly put the game away at 26-15, Academy team even after the stunning but Schriever had one more turn at bat. loss. If Schriever won its next, which it The Schriever team scored seven runs in did, 15-4, over F.E. Warren, then the the bottom of the seventh, turning out Academy would have to win its next to be too little, too late. The Academy game to force a winner-take-all champi- team claimed the championship, 26-22, onship match with Schriever. As fate and bragging rights in softball until next would have it the Academy team would year’s tournament. not have to play Schriever until its last The Rocky Mountain Military game of the tournament so all the Championship is a challenge series for Academy team had to do was focus on military installations in the Colorado its game with Fort Carson to still have a and Wyoming area that allows military chance to win the title. athletes to compete in a variety of sports Fort Carson was unable to field a for the right to have supremacy for the Photo by Walt Johnson Mike Wardingley was the Academy’s lead-off hitter and spark plug the entire team and forfeited its game to the winning installation. The sports included day. He went 15 for 19 for the tournament, making huge plays with his glove Academy to set up the winner-take-all in the series are softball, flag football, and bat all day. championship game and neither team volleyball, soccer and basketball. Med Group extinguishes firefighters’ effort

By Dave Castilla the extra point, tying the score at 13-13. Intramural Director On the firefighters next set of downs Brown intercepted down to the 25-yard In intramural flag football action line, holding was called on CEF placing Tuesday night, MDG#1 hung on to defeat the ball at the 14-yard line. A few plays the firefighters, 26-20, as one of the medics’ later Pollard scampered five yards to the defenders pulled quarterback Robert score, making it 19-13. On the next set of Reschke’ flags as he was trying to go out downs Marcozzi got his second intercep- of bounds with less than 10 seconds left tion down to CEF’s 31-yard line. Pollard in the game inside the 10-yard line. hit Jenkins for a 20-yard pass to the 11. The firefighters started the first half From there Pollard ran it in for another into the wind and on fourth down the score, and Jenkins caught the extra point punt only traveled to their 27-yard line. making it 26-13. The firefights came back Russ Pollard the medic quarterback quickly with Reschke making two pass comple- took advantage hitting Deamein Jenkins tions. Then a 10-yard run set up the last on a 15-yard pass down to the 2- touchdown as he found Robinson in the yard line. T. J. Nelson caught the 2- end zone for a 14-yard scoring strike. yard touchdown, but the extra point was Moran caught the extra point making it missed. 26-20. Reschke brought the firefighters back With 1:08 left in the game, Pollard’s Photo by Dave Ahlschwede and found Tyler Moran for 11 yards with Medics' Deamein Jenkins catches a pass from Russ Pollard while firefight- pass was tipped by Jenkins and Moran Robert Williams scoring on a 5-yard touch- ers' Robert Reschke tries pulling the flag with Horace Conney backing him intercepted on the 37-yard line. Reschke’s down, Reschke ran in the extra point up. first pass went inside the 20-yard line making it 7-6. There were 24 seconds on the clock The medics regrouped in the second and with no time outs and 16 seconds on Later the medics John Marcozzi got when Reschke found two receivers long half. Pollard started quick, hitting Lenwood the clock, Reschke couldn’t find a receiver. the first of two interceptions. With hospital — Williams for 25 yards and Tyler Moran Brown for 40 yards. Then on fourth down He tried to run to his left and a hospital driving toward the goal line, Leatrice for a 35-yard touchdown making the half- at the 17-yard line, Pollard found Nelson defender grabbed his flag at the 8-yard line Robinson intercepted in the end zone. time score 13-7 firefighters. again in the end zone. Pollard ran left for ending the game.

Volleyball facing Texas A&M Corpus Christi will start at 2:30 p.m. Central time, INTRAMURAL The Air Force volleyball team and North Carolina Central Saturday. according to officials at Houston. Flag Football The game was originally scheduled to concludes its non-conference tourna- Hurricane Ike relocates ment schedule with the Air Force be played at John O’Quinn Field WL Invitational Volleyball Tournament game at Robertson Stadium in Houston, SFS 4 0 this weekend at Clune Arena. It is The Falcon Football game but alternate plans were made due MDG#2 3 1 the third straight weekend that the Saturday against the University of to Hurricane Ike which is predicted MDG#1 2 1 Falcons have hosted a home tourna- Houston has been moved to Gerald to affect the Houston area this CEF 2 3 ment. Air Force will take on Kent J. Ford Stadium at Southern weekend. PREP 1 4 State and Florida Atlantic today before Methodist University in Dallas, and 10 CS 1 4 20 September 12, 2008

distance triathlon (750m swim, 14.69 mi TAP week); 2:30 to 4 p.m. Mandatory orientation for all newly bike, 5km run), that includes individ- Separating or retiring from the Air assigned Academy personnel. Spouses uals, as well as relay teams. All proceeds Force in a year or less? This mandatory are welcome to attend at the Milazzo will go to the Rando charity that assists briefing identifies benefits and services Center. cadets who have lost parents or for any associated with your transition and Newcomer’s Red Carpet Base Tour cadets that pass while attending the beyond. Sept. 26; 8:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Academy. Cadet 3rd Class Lindsay By law, all transitioning military An informative, fun filled base tour Brown was a member of Cadet Squadron personnel are required to receive pre- that gives insight into the Academy 05, an intercollegiate swimmer and a separation counseling at least 180 days mission and reveals all there is to see and Cultural display member of the Academy’s triathlon prior, and no fewer than 90 days before do at the Academy. A Korean cultural exhibition is now team. Cadet Brown was killed in a car leaving active duty. Counseling must Contact the A&FRC at 333-3444 on display at the McDermott Library. Lt. accident in Florida Dec. 21, 2007, only be accomplished prior to attending a for any questions and/or registration. Col. Nancy Rower and Cadets 2nd Class four days after returning home on leave. Transition Assistance Program work- Clark Beesemyer, Brock Logan, Thomas Lindsay lived every day to the fullest shop. Members should contact their Sukut, along with Cadet 1st Class and never had any regrets. She was transition assistance staff, or career Raymond Zhang, have created an exhi- reading a book at the time of her death consultants once within two years from bition from their Olmsted program to in which she wrote a quote while taking retirement and a year from separation. South Korea. The exhibition of photos notes: “It’s time to get out of my seat and TAP Seminar taken by the cadets, Korean pottery, get going!” That quote shows her deter- Sept. 23-26; 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. traditional clothing and other Korean mination and will to try new things. Separating in a year or retiring in cultural items will be on display through Perhaps you’d be willing to try a new two years or less? Call now to reserve October. For more information, call thing – a triathlon! For more informa- your spot in the next available TAP class. Skylarks Colonel Rower at 333-2567. tion about the upcoming event, see SCORE The Skylarks, a military wives’ www.falcongroundspeed.com, or call Today; 9 a.m. to noon Triathlon to honor cadet choral group that performs for commu- Maj. James Thompson at 238-9274. Have you thought about owning nity organizations, is looking for new The Falcon Groundspeed Founda- your own business, but are not sure members. We welcome all ranks, active tion, established in 2008 by alumni of Guided tours how to start! duty or retired. Rehearsals are Tuesdays the Academy Triathlon Team, will host The Cadet Chapel staff is now Then this workshop is for you! from 1 to 3 p.m. at St. Michaels Church the Lindsay Brown Memorial Triathlon conducting four public guided tours DAV Medical Records Review near I-25 and Woodmen. Please contact at the Academy Sept. 27. This is a short weekdays at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m., and Monday and Sept. 29; 7:30 a.m. to Laura Wilks at 330-7314 or Elfriede 12:30 and 1:30 p.m., excluding holi- 4:30 p.m. (Must pre-register) Johnson at 278-3567. days. The 30-minute tours are designed Individuals within 180 days of retire- to provide visitors with more in-depth ment or separation can have the DAV Mother and son night knowledge of the Chapel. Reservations review their medical records. Join the Southeast Armed Services are not necessary. Interested visitors Mock Interviewing Workshop YMCA along with Peterson, Schriever, CADET CHAPEL should arrive a few minutes early. Tuesday; 8:30 a.m. to noon. Academy A&FRCs and Fort Carson’s Catholic Masses: Sunday If you are preparing for your next ACS for an evening of food, fun, “Flick Confession - 9:15 a.m. The Airman and Family Readiness career move and feeling a rusty on your n Float,” bounce house, games, climbing Mass - 10 a.m. Center will be hosting the following interviewing skills consider mock inter- wall and photos from 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. Wednesday classes this month: viewing with real HR representatives. 20 at 2190 Jet Wing Drive. Call 622- Adoration of the Blessed Newcomer’s Orientation & Information Sacrament - 5:30 p.m. 9622 to register. Cost: Technical Confession - 5:30 p.m. Group Pre-Separation Counseling Fair sergeants and above $15, staffs and below Mass - 6:30 p.m. Held every Monday (except during Thursday; 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $10 per mother and son(s). Weekday Mon., Tues. and Thurs. - 6:45 a.m. Protestant Services: Blood drive: Give ’til it feels good Sunday Traditional/Liturgical - 9 a.m. The Armed Services Blood and Chicken Pox. Wait two weeks Contemporary - 11 a.m. Program provides blood units to after immunizations for Red Measles Jewish Services troops overseas in support of the (Rubeola), Mumps, Polio ( by Friday Global War on Terrorism. Donors mouth), and Yellow Fever vaccine. Sabbath Service - 7 p.m. can give the gift of life from 11 Wait a day after immunization for Buddhist Worship a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Hepatavax. Smallpox vaccination Wednesday Sept. 19 in the Arnold Hall and did not develop complications Traditional Mahyana Service - 6:30 p.m. Ballroom. For more information, — Must wait until the scab has sepa- Muslim Prayer call Maj. Linda Hampton at 333- rated from the skin spontaneously Friday 4474. or 21 days after date of vaccination Salaat ul-Jumman - 12:30 p.m. whichever is longer. All Other Faiths Deployments: Call 333-2636 for more information Donating blood on hold Iraq: Defer for 12 months from if below applies date of departure. COMMUNITY CENTER CHAPEL Tattoo: Korea: Defer for 24 months if Catholic Masses: traveled to North of Seoul (aka: Saturday Wait 12 months after a tattoo, Reconciliation - 3:30 p.m. unless tattoo was performed in one DMZ area, area one). Mass - 4 p.m. of the approved states listed below, Germany/Europe: Defer indef- Sunday then the waiting period is only one inite if travel lasted six months or Mass - 9:30 a.m. week. Approved States: Alabama, more between 1980 and 1996; or Religious Formation - 10:45 a.m. Alaska, Arkansas, Delaware, a cumulative period of five years (September - May) Tuesday-Friday Hawaii, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, from 1980 until the present time. Mass - 11:30 a.m. Maine, Missouri, Nebraska, Body Piercing: Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Wait 12 months after body Protestant Services: Wednesday Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, piercing. Wednesday Night Live - 6 p.m. Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Pregnancy: Fellowship followed by Religious Wisconsin Not eligible to donate. Wait six Education (September - May) Cold, Flu, Sore Throat: weeks after giving birth or termi- Saturday Wait if fever is present. Immunization, Vaccination: nation of pregnancy. Contemporary - 6 p.m. Sexually Transmitted Disease: Sunday Wait 24 hours after you have Acceptable if you were vaccinated for Traditional - 8 a.m. completed antibiotic treatment. influenza, tetanus or meningitis, pro- Wait 12 months after treatment for Gospel - 11:15 a.m. Dental Procedures: viding you are symptom-free and fever- syphilis or gonorrhea. Weight: Paganism/Earth-centered Spirituality: Wait for 72 hours after having oral free. Wait four weeks after immuniza- Call 333-6178 or E-mail Robert.Longcrier surgery. Wait 24 hours after teeth tions for German Measles (Rubella), Must weigh at least 110 pounds to @usafa.edu for more information. cleaning, fillings, and scaling. MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) be eligible to donate.