VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE
VOLUME LXXXVm FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 1994 NUMBER 9 Down to the Basics with Bozeman Joe Hanell Cadet Staff Writer a real supporter primarily involved people that applied for the job. No of myself as a with the special NCO's applied for the job. Sgt.Maj. Last June Gen. Knapp appointed track coach and projects and Maj. Goodson considered it but he had Col. Michael L. Bozeman as VMI's of the tfack pro- Simpson with the another tour that he had to extend for Commandant of the Corps of Ca- gram. When he training and opera- on the active duty side of the house. dets. He is a 1967 graduate of The asked me I tions aspect. He has a There were some civilians that ap- Citadel and has a master's degree found it really unique background plied that had prior service and were from the University of South Caro- difficult to say in that when he was working in law enforcement. But lina. Commissioned in 1967, he is no when he ap- here and with his ac- there were no other NCO's that did now a colonel in the United States parently needed tive duty extent and apply. So I don't look at it as getting Army Reserve. During his three years the help and had also as a National rid of an NCO position it's just a on active duty he served with dis- answered all Guard officer. Col. matter of bringing in the two best tinction as a platoon leader and for my objections Scott has a varied people that we could find to bring one tour commanded a long range as to why he background with the into the office. reconnaissance patrol unit in Viet- thought I would Army, and while he Cadet: Do you think the Corps needs an nam. On 1 June he assumed the du- be qualified. I was here with the de- everyday influence from an NCO? ties of Deputy Commanding Gen- took it because partment he coordi- Bozeman: No. I think the Corps needs to eral of the 97th Army Reserve Com- I thought I nated and he staged be exposed to individuals who are mand headquartered at Fort Meade, could help and most of the Dining professional, who demonstrate mili- Maryland. He will be promoted to make a differ- In's, the Marshall tary bearing and have their interest at brigadier general in the near future. ence and if I awards, etc. Both arc heart and will hold them to high His military awards include the Sil- could it would very familiar with standards and will enforce the stan- ver Star, Bronze Star, Air Medal, be worth doing. V.M.I, and 1 thought dard and ensure a cadet adheres to it. Meritorious Service Medal with Oak Of course be- Maj. Simpson was a If they don't they will also take the hind all of this, Leaf Cluster, the Combat plus since he is a action where the cadet is boned. the number one graduate. They are Infantryman's Badge and the Ranger Cadet: So you are not Vying to say that an reason, which is both what I thought Tab. He has been the head coach for NCO couldn't uphold these stan- why I came we needed here to VMI's Track and Field and Cross dards? here in the first support me and 1 can Country teams since July 1985. Un- Bozeman: No. I think NCO's in a full place too. be- U-ust them and I have der his leadership, VMI has won military situation are critical and cause I believe a lot of faith in them. seven conference championships, we're going to bring some NCO's in one hundred Cadet: Why did you and he has been named Southern here in terms of preparation of Cadre percent in the get rid of the NCO Conference Coach-of-the-Year for next year. An NCO could do a mission of V.M.I, and what V.M.I, position? seven times. marvelous job in here but I'm just stands for. of coordination in projects, etc. I had worked with Col. Scott before. They Bozeman: I didn't really get rid of the saying I don't think in this environ- Cadet: What were the reasons you ac- Cadet: What prompted you to hire Col. clearly stood out as the two best NCO position. That position has ment that it really makes that much cepted the position as Commandant Scott and Maj. Simpson? candidates with not only myself but never really been an NCO position. difference whether it's an NCO or an of the Corps of Cadets? Bozeman: We advertised for the jobs and with the committees and key people It was an NCO position because they officer. Whoever is in this office the Bozeman: I served with Gen. Knapp as primarily what I was looking for was here that did interview every candi- put an NCO in it, but years before it Corps needs to be able to look to one of his Battalion Commanders in someone with a unique background date. I thought they were clearly the had been an officers position. It them and say these people are pro- the Army Reserves and we had that and uaining in operations and also two bcit people for the job todo what wasn't really doing away with an fessional, their providing the kind of Reserve affiliation. He has also been someone that was excellent in terms I needed them to do. Col. Scott is NCO, it was just taking the best See "Bozeman" on Page 3 Newest Member of the Parents Council Revealed
University of Virginia was inuoduced to forum between cadets and the administra- Corps Boosts Morale Wyndham Buerlicn the VMI parents council when his son tion and providing input to better guide Cadet Staff Writfr mauiculated in 1992. He was so im- the Institute in making decisions on cadet pressed with their involvement in helping life. It also provides the parents with a As Parents Weekend draws near, out new cadets and in easing the minds of better understanding and appreciation of the VMI Parent's Council is preparing for new cadet's parents. "Matriculation is a VMI. "This, in turn helps make the par- a busy weekend of meetings, helping to tough time for everyone, especially new ents more valuable ambassadors of VMI." guide cadet's parents, and helping to an- cadet's mothers." Mr. Buerlein's wife, Bob feels that the VMI Parent's Council is swer any questions that they might have. Judy is also an active member of the unique in comparison with ntost schools, The Parent's Council has been around for parents council and is especially thankful where their mission is primarily to recrtjit many years. However, many parents and for the help the VMI Parent's Council funds. cadets do not know exactly what the orga- provided her throughout her son's rat year. The Parents Council at VMI is nization is all abtiut. In order to provide "Involvement in mauiculation is composed of sixty individuals that make more insight on the subject, I interviewed just one of the many aspects where the up different committees — each one hav- Bob Buerlein, the new Chairman of the Parent's Council is active," says Mr. ing a member of the VMI faculty or ad- Parents Council. Buerlein. Much of the time is spent work- ministfation to help guide them and pro- Mr. Buerlein, a graduate of The ing behind the scenes helping to act as a See "Parent" on Page J
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Marshall observes the curious ratline activities from the Old Courtyard n^t^tH Ifti had developed a logical plan for Dean Case introducing the concept at VMI. Randall Cadet Staff Writer added that a Dalmatian is an "attractive, Named after one of VMI's most cute, All-American fire-u\jck dog." revered alumni, Marshall, a six week old When asked whether or not this Dalmatian, is the latest addition to the would set a precedence for other Cadets in Corpi of Cadeu. First Class President Ed barracks being able to keep pets Cadet «9jm> - mmus Randall and Cadet First Captain Sean Randall emphasized, "Marshall is the Bufke purchased the dog using Class funds. Coqj's pet. The whole basis of having For the time being. Marshall will live in a him is that he is something for the whole few Rr« Class rooms in order to help the Corps to enjoy. Petting Marshall is not a pup adjust to barracks life. 'The reason First Qass privilege." The First Class for this is so that Marshall will respond to President also remarked that he hopes tiwami a few Cadets he considers to be his masters. Marshall's presence will have a positive This will also help him establish loyalty" effect on Corps moral. taid Cadet Randall adding, "we plan to When asked on how the talk to both (he commandant and B&G Commandant and Superintendent felt about finding a suitable location to build a about the issue of a Corps Mascot. Burke spacious pen (for Marshall]." said "this is a good example of the Corps V ' '.J ^ Marshall was introduced to the running the Corps. The adminisuation is i I m' Corps during a check formation on not getting involved in this." Wednesday amidst mixed feelings from Marshall's first public the Corps. Some Cadets were appearance as the official Corps mascot •••'"'vKS'SffllU.' • apprehensive of the concept of a Corps will be at Saturday' s football game against .ItntKt twtt i mascot. "If we have to have a mascot, Furman. The new Corps pup will be there then why don't we get a Kangaroo?' asked with a new red VMI collar and an official First Classman Foster Murphy. Cadet pooper-scooper by his side. Burke stated that the First Class leadership Octobcr 21, 1994 Opinion Page 2 Wit ^.iiJ, Cabct From the Mailbox... Another Perspective Oliver "OIlie" North is the re- nity absolved Nonh of all legal responsi- astounding. It seems that around the state Chris Hartwrl! publican candidate for the U. S. senate bility for his crimes. only those uneducated about North, or Bobl^iOey scat currently (xcupied by Senator Charles Oliver North is not only a liar, he those easily infiuenccd by his scare tactics S. Robb. In the mcKt recent poll, con- is also a thief. I don't mean that he breaks would vote for him. I didn't realize that I BlvtrinTTfit MBimfffftl' ducted by the Mason-Dixon company. into a person's home and steals fr(*m him. went loschtxil with agroupof uneducated Mills North was in ihe lead, and appears to be Mr. North is a better con-artisi than that. chickens. I am personally surprised that Ihe only candidate thai is gaining momen- He likes to use the public's fears in order the 82% that voted for North in this mock Managing Kdttnr lum. It amazes me thai a slate that pro- to extort money and support. This causcs election got into college, much less had Chfiiitian HiMfl duced many of the great framers of the those whocan't afford togive away money, the know how to fill out acollege applica- constliuiion, such as Thomas Jefferson lo send donations to Ollie. One way in tion. I am extremely curious aboul how Advcrtltlng Mnnitfftr and John Adams, could even consider which North does this is through the calls many of Ibis 82% are seeking commis- c}«)(r "Boieman"from page I those forms and deal with those the mess hall, barrack.s and I visit Parenl" From Page I weekend. example (hai (hey should in the sense forms. We wanted it to be someone cadet rooms frequently. I don't in- vide advice. During the meetings, they are Also new this year ii the Devel- that they have integrity and that the Corps would respect and has tend to be out there every day nor do briefed by the Superintendent, the Com- opment Committee. This commlnce't they know what they're doing. An solid military bearing. I think Lt.Cdr. I have the time to be there with all the mandant. and the first class president. main job is to integrate more parenu into NCO could do that as well as an Hanson has done that and she is other duties and responsibilities I The man who is in charge of overseeing helping out with the Parenu Council. "I ofHcer could do. I'm not in any way involved with the self-study program, have. If there Is anything I need to be and coordinating aspects of the Parent's believe that quite a few of the pafcna — shape or form saying that an NCO she is a solid member of the faculty aware of my staff and the Corps will Council is Colonel Royce Jones. Colonel once they get exposed to VMI — would couldn't do the job I'm just saying I and she is respected enough by the keep me informed and I will be where Jones is the head of Cadet Affairs at VMI very much like to give a conlribuUon lo don't think it makes any dirference Corps to be one of its class advisors. I need to be. I'm not trying to be a and plays an active role in many other help support it." added Mr. Buerlein. "Af- at that level whether the guy is wear- So I think she is doing a good job. particular high profile kind of guy. aspects of cadet life. "He docs a superb ter all. it's a wonderful institution nd wc ing stripes or a Colonel's leaf or a Cadet: Some cadets don't feel that you Cadet: Do you think that the changes you job of being the liaison between the just want to make it a litUe easier for Major's leaf. It's more in line with are as visible around barracks as Col. and your staff have made have been Parent's Council and the Institute." noted parents to give a contribution if they ao being qualified and doing the right Bissell was. Would you like tocom- for the best? Mr. Buerlein. desire." things. ment on that? Bozeman: I do or we would not have Their are four main committees As Mr. Buerlein reflected back Cadet: What are Lt.Cdr. Hanson's du- Bozeman: I don't know how visible he made them. We've wied to make this year. The first committee is in charge on his first parent's weekend and saM ItiM ties? was. I feel I'm as visible as I need to changes that have eliminated of new cadet recruiting. It seeks out "This was one of my flrsi big expoaum lo Bozeman: She is more in line with the be and I'm here if you need me. My unneccessary paperwork and prob- parents in order to get them involved. VMI and remembers how favorable llw Tac/OC type staff. She is not a for- job is not to go out on a day to day lems. We ended barracks confine- This is particularly useful in communities impression was thanks to the Parcni't mal member of the Commandant's basis and be the Tac or the OC. With ment so you don't have to sign out where it is not practical for VMI admis- Council." He believes that VMI goeaoul staff. The Commandant's staff con- the structure that we have now Col. and sign in when you went from one sions to reach, and parents could serve as of iu way to make parenu feel at home— sists of myself. Col. Williams, Col. Williams is the person designated building to the next. We eliminated representatives. A second committee is far more than most othercolleges. Paicntt Scott and Maj. Simpson. With the primarily responsible with the run- visiting in rooms being a problem, involved in aspects of cadet life. They and Cadets may call any member of Ihe new Form 24 and the time required ning of barracks. If I was more vis- there was visiting in rooms anyway make suggestions to the administration Parent's Council for advice or feedback. to process it was just taking more ible you would probably want me to so why play games with astickcheck. about addressing and handling cadet is- They maybe contacted through Cadcl time away from Col. Williams and be less visible. I really don't know I feel the class system is working sues. The third committee is involved Affairs in Lejeune Hall. Cadet AfTain what he was trying to do as the how visible the Corps wants mc to better and the chain of command is with the parents of new cadets. Its pri- will also help you locale a member thai I* Deputy Commandant. We had some be. I know what is going on, I can working better from the Regimenial mary concern is to help evaluate the tran- nearest to your home. After all, the Par- additional money in the Tac/OC assure that. I'm working primarily Commander through the companies. sitions and aspectsof cadet life. This year, ents Council can only do so much wllhoul staff, so we thought this would be as far as my pertaining to the Corps We're basically encouraging people they are working with the new Chaplin. your support and advice. In conclualon, the most efficient way to use it, to through Cadet Randall, the other to do their jobs the way it was in- LTC. Jim Park, to seek out Cadets that live Mr. Buerlein stressed the importance of bring someone in to help process class officers and Cadet Burke. I'm tended to be done on the regimental far from VMI and are unable to see their becoming involved with the Parenl't side and the class side. We hope the parents. These Cadets will then be Council in one way or the other. He alao Corps will be professional and have "adopted" by local parents within the exclaimed that, "we would be more lhan alot of pride in that they are at V.M.I, "VMI Family." Mr. Buerlein pointed out delighted to hear from you!" The Parem't and in everything they do. I want this that Dykes and Brother Rats often look Council looks forward to seeing you Ihlt to be the best Corps there is. after each other, but this is not always the weekend and improving important aspecti Cadet: Are you happy with the Corps case. This will be the main focus of the of the Corps. progress? Bozeman: Yes.I am. Very much so. I think the Corps has done very good Virginia Military things across the board since day one. I think Cadre has been very professional, the classes have done a Institute to Study good job. Cadet Randall, Cadet Fanney and Cadet Strock have done a good job bringing the classes to- gether. So far I like what they are Athletics Program doing. subcommittees later this month. Cadet: Do you think the corps is living up VMI Press Release Within each area to be studied by to "One Corps,One Standard"? Major Cieneral John W. Knapp. the committee, the program has aei ROCKBRIDGE Bozeman: I think they want to and I think Superintendent, announced today that standards called, operating princlplet, by and large they want to. There are VMI will begin a year-long, campus-wide which were adopted by the NCAA lo always extenuating circumstances effort to study its athletics program as part place a "measuring slick" upon which all where in terms of perception some- OUTFITTERS of the NCAA Division I athletics Division I members will be evaluated. bixly will think someone else is LTD certification program. Specific areas the The university also will examine bow the maybe gelling over. Dm the idea is study will cover are academic and financial activities of the athletics program relaie lo that things that pertain to the Corps, integrity, rules compliance, as well as the mission and purpose of the institution. Corps wide is where I'm referring to FALL AND WINTER commitment to equity. Once the university has when I say "One Corps, One Stan- dard" and that is appearance, blue The certification program's concluded its own study an external team book accountability and that kind of purpose is to ensure integrity in the of reviewers will conduct a three-to-four- CLOTHING NOW IN! institution's athletics operations. It will day evaluation visit on campus. Thoae thing. I don't intend to show prefer- ential u-eatment to anyone. But I open up athletics to the rest of the VMI reviewers vnII be peers fromothercolleges, think they are (living up to the stan- community and to the public. Institutions conference offices and universities. The dard) and are coming closer to it that will benefit by increasing awareness and team will report to the NCAA Committee Gore-tex and Fleece any time I've been here and I think knowledge of the athletics program on Athletics Certification, another particularly from the standpoint of campus-wide, confirming its stfengths and independent group. The committee will Garments By; athlete, non-athleie. They have been developing plans to improve areas of then determine VMI's certification naliis 1 very supportive al games and at pep concern. and announce the decision publicly. rallies. I think they are living up to it, The committee responsible for The three options of ceitlflcallon Marmot Columbia again it goes back to the other ques- the study will include Cieneral Knapp. status are: certified, certified with tion and I think they are certainly Col. John L. Rowe, Jr.. Business lixecutive conditions, and not certified. Institulicm progress and I like what they are and Chairman of the Steering Committee, will have an opportunity lo correct Gramicci Jack Wolfskin doing. And I think we are adminis- various members of VMI's faculty and deficient areas. Colleges that do not take tering things fairly across the board, staff, as well as athletic department corrective actions may be ruled ineligible Mountain Hardware I hope so, that's my guidance. personnel. A member of the NCAA for NCAA championships. ForinstituUona compliance services staff will travel to the that fail to conduct a comprehensive self- Cadet: When do you think you will gel Lowe Alpine System campus for a one-day orientation visit to study or to correct problems , lough your promotion to General? meet with the committee and its sanctions can be imposed. Bozeman: I don't know. Ilie average 112 West Washington Street, lime from your official selection tilt you go to Cicneral Officer Orienta- Lexington tion Course has been about a year. Some have been longer, very few have been shorter so I would think that the earliest that it would conie Specializing in Tiiese Brands would probably be next October. ME 290, Energy and the Environment But that is just a guess based on past and Many Others experience. C?adet; Arc you glad you got this posi- Attention Liberal Arts Majors tion? BACKPACKS Bozeman: Yfts. 1 don't do anything wiih- outdoing a thorough evaluation. Gen. MERREL HIKING BOOTS Knapp didn't give me as much time as I would have liked to have had to Are you imeresled in: think about it, but I thought about it CAMPING ACCESSORIES and discussed it with my wife and I Ttie cause and preveniion of acid rain. thought I could make a difference. I Global Warming. BIRKENSTOCKS thought I could do some things that Why we losl power this winter due to cold weather. How energy was a conlribuiing factor m the Gulf War. would make it better and continue Wiiai really liappened at Three Mile Island and Chernobyl Nuclear KLEIN. SPECIALIZED. AND the good things that help V.M.I, be Power Stations. what it suppose to be. I guess I mea- GARY FISHER BIKES sure it by what has been accom- plished and I think we have accom- Then MH 290 Energy and the Environment is the science elective for you. The only requirements for MH 290 are the required plished a lot so far. I'm satisfied that REPAIRS. RENTALS. Chemistry and Malh courses you look as a Rat. Energy and the I took it. I respect everything this Envlronmeni will study energy, the driving force of our school stands for. I'm extremely civilization, from ilie technical, economic and political AND ACCESSORIES honored not only to have been asked viewpoints. but to have been approved by the If you elect to add Ml ^Ml, ilie laboratory course tiiat Board of Visitors to be the Comman- supplement!, the material co\ered in ME 290, Captain Turner has agreed to accept this as one of the science requirements MonM. 10 - 5:30, Sat. 10-5 463-1947 dant at V .M.I.. Iliat is a real honor to me. It's special and I'm proud to be here. I enjoy working with young men, I enjoyed it in the Army, with J my track teams and here with the Corps. You guys are what the future is going to be about. It's just neat to work with people like that. I am honored to be here and I appreciate the support I have received from Cien. Kna{H> and Cien. Badgett. October 28, 1994 Editorial Page Page 4 Habitat For Humanity Cadets Get Down Reaches Out to Lexington Rick Dlaylock to benefit from llahitai arc choscn and Dirty at Fall FTX CaSeiSugWritet very carefully; they have had In show an effon to provide adequate housing llaMtai few Humanity Is a non on their own. Habitat Is no handout profll Christian housing organization program, however. Families pay back whose goal is to eliminate sub-stan- the loan interest-free and also work on dard housing throughout the world. the house, paying In "sweat equity." Sincc its founding in 1976, Habitat for (?urrenlly. the I labitat for I lu- Humanily has built over twenty thou- manlty program at W&I. is in the sand homes worldwide using volun- middle of a fund drive lo meet a teer labor and donations. Habitat Tor $ 10.000 challenge grant by IX-cember Humanity has programs at over 1200 16. Money has already been raised colleges in the United States and has through raffles, and various other fund recently come to WAl- through the raising activities witli Ux;al students work of two caring and ambitious and youth groups. This money will be students. used to begin work on the plot of land In February of this year, at the corner of Diamond and F-rancle Cohen and Jack VanVliet Caruthers. donated by the Threshold founded a Habiut for Humanity pro- Rehabilitation Center. Land clearing gram at W&L. Francie, a Senior from will actually begin in November and Virginia Deach, became Interested in the goal for completion is W&L's Habitat when she saw Jimmy Caner Founders day in l-cbniary. Also in speak at W&L. After having been November will be a scries of tcxil Involved with the Big Brothers. Big workshops, "which will be very use- Sisters program, Francie found Habi- ful." Francie notes a-menibering her houses the Marine Corps' Amphibious had taken on these type of aircraft. Jose Garza tat as another way to help the children first lime putting up vinyl siding. Training School, and thecadets were given Naval ROTC cadets were intro- Cadf I.Staff Whirr who have no control over where they The involvement of the entire several tours around the base on Saturday. duced to a new management concept that live. She would like to see the W&L. VMI community is encouraged. Ca- This past weekend the Corps The tours included a large tactical display has been officially adopted by the U.S. VMI, and Lexington communities dets' involvement in tlie fund raising participated in various FTX's designed to of an amphibious operation. The cadets Navy: Total Quality Lcadership(TQL). It come together and work together much and construction will be appreciated enhance leadership skills and expose ca- also took on the obstacle and confidence is a management concept that emphasizes like Kid's Playce. Francie believes and anyone with ideas can comc by dets to realistic training environments. courses, rappelling, and also took a ride quality through statistics methods and that Habitat for Humanity is a "neigh- room 110 to leave suggestions or learn Many cadets pariicipaicd in the Marine. on an amphibious landing craft. They also systems theory. TQL involves driving out bors for neighbors" program and hopes how to get involved. If anyone is Navy. Army, and Air Force FTX's. while toured the USS Inchon, a ship that the fear, listening to and respecting subordi- to see everyone get involved. interested In donating please send to: the rest of the Corps Kwk on the grueling Navy uses to deploy Marine and Army nates' ideas, andceasingtorely on Inspec- The Habitat program at W&L 8-mile picnic march. task forces. The tour included the main tions to achieve quality. The seminar works in conjunction with the Re- W&L Habitat for Humanity Approximaiely 50 cadets par- parts of the ship to include living spaces, involved 13 hours of classroom lectuics gkxtal Chapter who that responsible University Center ticipated in the Marine Corps FTX. The the helicopterdeck, and the bridge. While and study, and contracted firsts and sec- for a recently constructed house in W&L University cadets traveled to Little Creek, Virginia on the ship, several Army AH-64 Apaches onds agreed that it was an eye-opening Glascow and one currently under con- Ixxington, VA. 24450 (near Norfolk Naval Base) and stayed landed while the cadcts were on the bridge. experience. struction In Buena Vista. The families from Saturday to Monday. Little Creek This was the first time the U.S.S.Inchon Over 200 Army ROTC cadets U'aveiled to Ft. Pickett to sharpen the lead- ership skills of cadets in a realistic train- ing environment. TheMSIV'sweretasked for the planning and execution of the FTX; they also supplied the assistant in- structors (AI's) that advised and evalu- ated the MSIII's in leadership positions. The MSIII'sconductedthe Field Leaders' Reaction Course, land navigation, and a helicopter insertion as well as several roadmarcheS. The MSU's insuucted the MSI'son how toemploy Claymore mines, conduct emergency first aid, and how to identify terrain on a map. The highlights of the FTX were rappelling and the live fire of several weapons. The cadets fired "1/1 am virtuous and worthy, for whom the M-14, the M-16 (on full automatic), and the M-60 machine gun. During the helicopter insertion, cadets boarded should I not maintain proper concern?*^ Dlackhawk helicopters and were fiown to a landing zone where they jumped off and CONFUCIUS secured the perimeter. Detached from the Marshall New Market Battalion were the 2 ranger challenge teams. They were sent to VirginiaTech to uain for the upcoming Brigade competition; this involved marks- manship, weapons assembly,orienteering, the APFT, rope bridge, and a ruck run. "The first point of courtesy Despite the rugged schedule, all agreed that it was time well spent. must always be truths The Air Force FTX was not as intensive as the other ROTC programs, EMERSON but it v as not without some highlights. Several cadets took the Air Force Qualifi- cation Test, and there also was the much anticipated kickball game on the parade ground. The Corps FTX was every bit as exciting, but many cadets suiiggled to make sense of its purpose. They marched "A zero dialer is a zero indeed!' 4 miles to McKethan Park, had a picnic, and then marched 4 miles back to bar- POLITENESSMAN racks. One cadet remarked, "I'd not only march a mile for a Camel, I'd march 4 for ARA. Their hamburgers are tasty." Wanted!!!! Individuals. Student Organizalioni and Smalt Groupi to Promote SPRING BREAK '95 Earn tubstanlial MONEY and FREE TRIPS Call INTER-CAMPUS PROGRAMS 1-800-327-6013 ANNANDALE ONE HOUR CLEANERS PH. 941-1243 4425 JOHN MARR DR. ANNANDALE, VA. 22003 Page 5 Features October 21, 1994 Cadet in Focus: J. Caltet Gregory Robert Wright PBEBEODISni: ADRQULniE Drlv* Imvaallr l«r, Mir-coiin4«fte« TkoM artii'i wordt wid 4«ctMoii-Maklii« TOT'ra IMy lo M* k) tkllli Afaia. wofdi ncoMd ki Ha . MTC It Op«R to (TMklMR tore Mil CiMll**** U>d • - SSibSLrSw HP^ EiinnTiSlc" UMrmc SEE PROFESSOR OF MILITARY SCIENCE IN KILBOURNE HALL (703) 464-73S1 JeffOodby Joined the group last year and is now the Cadet SlaffWrilCT cadet in charge. Although the VMI Fire As Parents Weekend ap- Fighters do not perform on a regular basis, proached, Ttvrniipf searched for the ap- they arc always on call. Anytime there is VMI Sets Blood Drive Record a fire in a nearby state or national park, propriate "Cadet in Focus" for the occa- '95, was enthusiastic about the turnout. the Institute, the bloodmobile offers hope one will be sure tu find Greg and the other Jose Garza sion. Without having to look very far, 1 le reported to the Calel that not only was forawayout. The privileges are no doubt fire fighters helping to put it out. Each Cadet Staff Writer Greg Wright was chosen. Not only is he the 425 unit goal reached, it was surpassed the driving force behind the high turnout member must be trained in all safety and a model cadet, but half of his family at- The bloodmobile made a recent by almost 200 units. 'the Red Cross received. The Red Cross fire fighting techniques. The VMI Fire tends VMI! Greg is a first classman ma- stop at VMI hoping to reach a goal of 425 The biannual bloodrive at VMI was impressed with the unit total at the Rghters have yet to be called on this year, joring in both French and History and has units. Cadets eagerly gave blood, endur- offers cadets the opportunity to do a ser- end of their two-day visit. The bloodnxv but everyone can rest assured that they a younger brother, John, who is currently ing long lines and uncomfortable chairs in vice to the community while also earning bile is yet another example of how cadets will be ready if needed. a rat. He is currently the assistant cadet in order to earn the wealth of privileges something in return. Cadets were eligible reach out to service their conununity. The charge and vice president of the VMI There are several cadets at VMI being offered by the institute. The cadet in to receive one weekend or a 0-1-5 crcdit. bloodmobile will be returning in the Spring l-.mergency Response Team and the cadet who have a brother here with them, but charge of the bloodmobile, Dave GriTfin With cadets finding themselves stuck at for yet another success. in charge of the VMI Fire Fighters. Greg's case is different from most. By During his first two years at VMI, being a first classman, he has more control Greg played strong safety for the Keydet of what does or doesn't happen to his football team. In the middle of his third brother, John. Greg had mixed feelings class year, he Joined the Emergency Re- about his brother coming to VMI. Be- sponse Teaia He quickly became very cause they are so close, he thought that he active with them and was an assistant would not be able to handle seeing John be cadet in charge by his second class year. yelled at by upperclassmen. Although it The duties of this group are extremely does bother him sometimes, he does not demanding. They have to report to VMI interfere, because he understands that all about ten days before the rest of the CoqK rats need the discipline of the ratline. to serve with the Cadre. During this time Rather than taking him under his wing, period, each man is on call for twenty-four Greg picked out a good dyke for his little hours every other day. During the regular brother who he thought "would keep him school year they handle all medical emer- in line and look out for him" as much as gencies on post and also assist with all Greg would. cadet activities off post. Each member is As far as his future is concerned, required lobe acertifledemergency medi- Greg is unsure of what it holds for him. He cal technician within one year of joining, is interested many different fields, such as which takes about 110 hours of training. the military, government work, and medi- Beyond this training, Greg has also been cal work. Only time can tell, but for now, certified for life guarding, vertical rescue, Greg is not closing any doors. John,onthe and ambulance driving. other hand, has plenty of time to decide With Greg taking such an active what he wants todo with his life, but, then role with the VMI Emergency Response again, he has some big shoes to fill while Team, it comes as no surprise that he is he's at VMI. involved with the VMI Fire Fighters. He JUST THE FACTS: CONGRATULATIONS Naval ROTC Unit Statistics Spring/Summer '94 3 Year Scholarship Boards NAVAL ROTC CADETS!! Class of'96: 26 Applicants - 24 Selected! Spring/Summer "94 Selectees Class of '97: 19 Applicants -16 Selected! Advanced Standing College Program Board Class of'96: 10 Applicants -10 Selected! 3 Year Scholarships Class of'97: 6 Applicants- 6 Selected! Z Year Scholarships Chris Coats, USNR Rob Davis. USMCR IF YOUR QUALIFIED... Barron Mills, USMCR Dan Evilsizer. USNR J. Rivera. USMCR YOU CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN!!! Derek Fix. USNR Bryan L. Smith. 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USMCR VMI Navy and Marine Corps Alumni who have ifiven their life for their country while on active duty. ALL PARENTS, FACULTY, AND CADETS ARE WELCOME For more information contact the NROTC Unit at 464-7275! October 28, 1994 Editorial Page Page 6 m^tVM.^- Cabct Five Minute Flurry Stuns Keydets Five Goals in Five Minutes leaves Keydet Speechless Pcic Ciillcspic Cadn Sports Wrilrr After the soccer game last Tuesday night at the University of Rlchtnond, fans and players who witnessed die event cinild only stare in awe at the scoreboard, asking ihemsclves,"why?" Not because VMI lost its second game in a row, or that the final score almost spelled "shutout," but because, after keeping Richmond scoreless for straight minutes, VMI was scored on five limes in the last five minutes of play. The loss camc as a total sh(x:k to the Keydets, who held the Spiders scoreless for most of the ganK. "I still can't believe what happened," said junior John Dano,"I've been playing soccer since I was five and I've never witnessed anything like this. It's just no( supposed to happen." Although VMI came into the game as the underdog, they were John Dano Itaps to clear a corner kick against the Richmond offense. convinced that ihey could play at replaced the sccond hall hy >i(i[ihoiiiore ill Ihe game. Weekes andthe entire Keydet senior co-capiain Mike Young. Hie game is also the second time Richmond's level. And for 65 minutes Johnny Wcekes. defense seemed lo fall apart as I)cs|Mie ihc ih r^reakuii: 'S'- in a row that freshmen Rich Daughtridge, diey did. Weckcs' apixiarancc in gdal was Richmond's offense scored five goals in in the last five minuiiMil play, ilie sixcer who leads the Keydets and the Southern Initially, both teams played his first in several paiiK's alter being five minutes. team was generally satisfied with game. Conference in scoring, has come up excep Virginia Wesleyan and Marymount. John W. Ripley. opponents a total of 49-9. The Keydet's " This year our offense is playing Pete Gillespie "We camc into the loumanwnt Ihe 4-0 performance at the offensive onslaught was led by juniors a faster triuisitional game and I think it Cade! Spans Writer with sevcr;U goals. We wanted to control tournamem, however, diK's not accurately John Ripley, Dave Belfiore, Rusty I'arino, works," said junior Tom I'errault who The VMI laaosse team hosted all ground hall situation, play a fast paced represent the Keydets' dominance during and Jix; Brtx;kman and sophomore Rob starts at defense for VMI. its annual STX tournament on Sunday on transitional game, have a physical defense the day. Worrell. Ripley, I'arino and Worrell all Defensively, the Keydets proved the I^arade Deck. I-ight teams from the and let our offense unleash. In short, we Offensively, the team was had nine goals for the four ganws, wliile once again to be impeneu-able allowing region came to play, including Dickenson just wanted to dominate." said co-captain unstoppable, outscoring all of their Belfiore and Brix;knwn had six each. opponents to score only 9 times in four College, Virginia Weslyan, Mary ganK's. "The defense has always been Washington, Marymouni, Limestone, solid on this team, but not like they were Radford, Virginia Tech and Shenandoah, on Sunday. It was unbelievable!" said but in the end only VMI was left standi ng. sophonwre manager John Newton. In the past, VMI's fall lacrosse Ix:ading the defense was senior tournament was seen as, among other co-captain Jason Pifer, and juniors Andy things, a chance for new players to gain Armiger, Tom Perrault, Chris Brinckac, experience and older players to gain and goalie Ryan Olson. confidence. In the eight years the Although the Keydets ended the tournament has been played at VMI, the tounianK'nt with four wins, their duties as Keydets have managed to slaughter every a team were far from over. After all the one of iheir opponents. other teams had left, the VMI lacrosse This year Head Coach IXiug team showed its spirit by cleaning the Banleit wanted tochange the lounianK'nt's playing field. "Other teams around here image and brought in tougher teams to think that a game is over when the final give his Keydets more of a challenge. whistle hiLS been blown. Not us. When we Bartleil, however, seemed to finish a game we see one thing; a dirty underestimate the talent of his team as field. And that's something as a VMI team VMI rolled to victory in each and every we can't tolerate!" said junior midfielder game. Matt Mixlerelli. VMI came into the tournament After four wins and aclean field, with enthusiasm and fervor decisively the Keydets were rewarded by the TAC, winning all four games on the day, w ho gave each player who had a parent at defeating Mary Washington, Dickenson, Miirynuiunt defenders fniitely (illenipl lo thwiirt Dave Helfiore's relentless attackth e ganK, Ci.P. until 2200 hrs. Keydets Return to Winning Football Loses Sixth Straight Ways Against Coppin State Gears Up For Fiirman VMI Press Release and three interceptions. will play again this week. Kevin Link Tailback Thomas Ilaskins 'This Saturday, VMI returns home The VMI tennis squad returned Cailft SfH'rts Wntfr lo the winner's circle this weekend w ith c;uTied the ball 22 times for 84 yards. for a three game stand beginning with the a 7-0 crushing of Coppin Slate on Sun- Tlie VMI Keydets suffered their Ilaskins has now exceeded 2,000 all- Paladins of Turman. T'urman is having an day in Baltimore, Maryland. sixth loss of the sea.son last week at the purpose yards for his career. I le is 18th in uncharacteristically rough year with a 1-5 hands of iri'C, 49-14, in C'hattaiux)ga, Division I-AA in rushing with 110.17 record and no wins in the Southern The Keydets won all three leiinessi-e. y;u-ds per game. Conference. They lost last week in an doubles matches by the score of K-0 to Timmy Williams, Marlon offensive battle with The Citadel, 52-44. pick up the single team point for doubles. I he Mivcasiiis juin|X'd out to a Anderson, and Jeff Hubbard each had With a win against I-urman, VMI can In singles action, Coppin State 35-0 lead in the first half. ;uid never l(x>ked three receptions. move out of the Southern Conference won only 15 points over six matches as back. VMI managed to score two "celli'ir" and ahead of the Paladins in the VMI cruised to the easy victory. Chris touchdowns, with one coming in the fin;U Tight end (ireg I hirris caught his win column. Braun was the sole Keydet to face any 27 sccondsof the gann.'. but iwver nniunted second touchdown pass ofthe season on a difTiculty when he required a third set to any kind of serious threat throughout the four yard swing |i;iss from I.e.ster. Coach Stewart says, "It's great post a win in #1 singles, 3-6, 6-0, 6-4. game. Ihe defense fared little belter, to be back at Alunmi Menwnal I'ield and ilayden McQuay at #2 singles, Jolyon VMI's record now stands at 0-6, giving up a total of 558 yards. Safety back in front of the Corps. It's what this Constable at #3 singles, and Clinton 0-4 in the .Southern Conference, ;uid the Terry Tucker nxwed into a tie with Kevin team needs right now. We face a I-urman Uulin at #5 singles all won then matches schedule only gets tougher. Reiirdon for the lead in tackles with 49. team that has been on sonx: tough tinws. by 6-0, 6-0 scores. I he Keydet offense totaled 292 Linebacker Sam Daniels was They are well coached and I have the y;irds with freshnuui (|ii;unerhack A11 x-ster held out for the second straight week with utnxist res|x.-ct for Coach Johnson." VMI is now 6-1 overall in ten- Mc(Juay snuishes hacUuind winnerpassing lor l()4yardson50')( completions a pinched nerve, and it is doubtful if he nit Uiis season against Coppin State VMI Harriers Finish A^ain, Behind the Scenes with This week we're boliind the scenes of iiKire i>f ;ui asset to the success of the te.un. talk abtHit those statistics. Licrosse with head ni.uiagcr John New Sure, it hurt at first, not heiiig able to suit A: During game situations, the outcome is ton II iuiyonc knows the s|x)ii ol Ui- up with the guys, but 1 rcali/ed quickly deternuned by referees but throughout the In Top Three at Liberty crosse, it's this guy that player or manager. 1 h;id a home at weeks of the season. Coach Bartleti and to be the next anKing the to|i Keydet Paichin Tield locker rixiin. "Pistol" Pete l^fresne get together and Christopher Oakey Q: John, what m;tile you ileiidc lo bv a finishers. compile the weekend slats. This informa- Cadet Sports Editor manager'.' (J: What iue some of your duties as a Other linishers included Josh A: Well. I begiui playing my rat ye;u and I jcrosse iiuuiager'.' tiiMi must be accurate in order to allow the VMI cross couniry placed third Ilahnlenin 15thplace(27:59),ChrisCoais after winter drills, CoiiLli Il.mlett tell my A: I could btwe you with statistics like coaches and players to know where they of four lasi weekend at the l.iberiy / Ron in 22nd place (28:43), and Robert skills were not uii lo par with the level of shots, goals, assists, and ground balls, but are at comparatively. These statistics are llopkini Memorial Cro«sCounu> meet in YiHingren at 29th with a time of 29:46. lacrosse at ihe tiiiK: However, he kept one of my most significant roles as man- (lanicularly vital because they are sent to Lynchburg, Virginia The Keydets will sjiend the next 11*; on Ihe roster because he felt I had more ager of the I.acrosse team is getting the NCAA weekly. Claiming VMI's lop finish for iwo weeks (veparing for their final meet to offer the team than just my athleiic boys jacked for gank;s. Q: John, I've heard that NCAA Statistic Ihe Uiird lime this season, John Cion^ale^ of the seasiHi in ChattajKX>g by margins of 4-1 and 5-0. The team then their pitchers who came through with was Joey Schenk who showed his mastery Team captain David Ciroscclose Quinn Emick travelled to Lynchburg on Sunday to return brilliant and overpowering performances. of the curve ball shuttingdown Lynchburg summed up the fall season saying, "Fall Cadel Spans Writer with victories of 6-1 and 9-4 respectively. Ryan Glenn led the fireballing in the later innings. went well allowing the younger guys to VMI baseball continued its Unlike their tournament games by clocking in with a 94 mph fastball. The series closed out the gain experience and the upperclasstnen to domination in the fall season this past two weeks ago, the Keydets used a different Nate Shepperson was clocked at 88 mph Keydet's fall season, and, although the gain connuence. We've really come weelcend by sweeping Lynchburg College strategy to achieve their victories. The and W.G. Smith hurled an 87 mph fastball offensive performance was not as the team together as a team and look forward to the in a four game series. The Keydets won Keydet bats had cooled since the last consistently. had expected, they still managed to end upcoming spring." Groseclose promises the first two games at home on Saturday offensive onslaught, so the team turned to Coming in to relieve these starters the fall season with a record of 9-1. for a very exciting spring sea.son. Football Will Rise Again! Part 2 of 2 right now is in a transition period. It is player." When he recruits, he sells VMI Link „„ Darren Marling nearly impossible for a team to have a success and the great network. "I show (13-16) VO. Cade! Sports Writer winning season in one year with that situ- recruits the overwhelming number of suc- Sports Talk Bill Parcells, who would later go ation. Stewart has begun his transition cessful alumni. If a coach cannot sell the (12-17) on to be the winning coach of two super with a new offensive and defensive play- VMI network, then he should get out of bowls, look over the football program at ing scheme. "My heart goes out to the coaching." Coach Stewart's main goal at the United States Air Force Academy in seniors on the defensive line. This is their VMI is to bring back "the family" concept 1979. In his first season, the team went fourth new defense in four years." ex- to his football team. "VMI has great talent 2-8 and Parcells quit his position with the claims Stewart. Secondly, he is playing among its players. We (the coaching mc UNCatlpVA UVA , program after only six months. He told itwre people. He is playing ten defensive staff) need to mix our talent, brotherhood, Miehifan and character, then we will have a great IMichi^trtlilinuis Michigan the press that the Air Force could not build lineman, three tailbacks and two Oklahoma Oklahoma Oklah&W) asolid football program at a military school quaterbacks. "The Rats have just has football team" Georgia Tech G FREE MEDIUM Apply for the Discover' Card 1-TOPPING by November 10. PIZZA WHEN you BUY A Spend $75. Get $25 back* LARGE 2-TOPPING CRUNCHY THIN CRUST NO Annual Fee. PIZZA AT REGULAR PRICE. Expires: 12/31/94 Look for applications and certificates on campus. Coupon tiol valKl «i«i •ny oa\t IfmWW'TWTIT, ottM.OMw MM wiui WMPon only IVtM (Miticipoling iloick only Pticos may Miy CuMomof P4yi MM. 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