VOL. 46 NO.38 SEPTEMBER 22, 2006 CFC: 2006: A two-minute ‘warming’

By Ann Patton Academy Spirit staff

Two minutes a day can help feed the hungry. Two minutes a day can help the sick and injured. Two minutes a day can help put our chil- dren on the right path as respon- sible, caring adults and help their grandparents maintain their inde- pendence. Two minutes of each day’s pay can make miracles and make our community a better place for everyone through the Combined Federal Campaign. The three-week Air Force CFC fund drive officially kicks off Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Academy Officers Club. It is open to all base personnel from Peterson and Schriever Air Force bases as well as the Academy. “The kick off event is essential,” Photo by Troy Garnhart said Lt. Col. Steven Orie, Academy New look big rig admissions director for Region 1 When the Air Force Falcon football team hits the road this season, its equipment gets transported via their new and installation project co-officer. 53-foot full-size trailer, made possible this summer through a corporate sponsorship between the Air Force “It gives contributors and key Academy Athletic Association and Texas Road House. The trailer design is a vinyl wrap provided by the Sign workers an opportunity to hear the Shop of Colorado Springs. It’s attached with more than 6,200 rivets. The trailer has a 13-foot ramp to load and strong CFC support from the base unload the team’s gear by eight to 10 people for each away game. A 1997 Freightliner truck will pull the trailer senior leadership and to interact with 250 miles to Laramie, Wyo., for Saturday’s Mountain West Conference opener against the Cowboys. representatives from over 70 of the charities.” This year’s theme, “Every 1 of Us—Take 2, and Be the Miracle,” is Academy NCO is top Air Force ‘shirt’ built on a sports theme. By executing the campaign with a passionate two- By Butch Wehry residing on base, fewer resources avail- The Air Force’s top “shirt” said being minute drill campaign organizers Academy Spirit staff able to assist people in crisis, mission a first sergeant in today’s Air Force is one hope to connect contributors’ time demands and higher ops tempo.” of the toughest duties during the best of with their deeply held values and The message traffic flitted Air Force- The stress of being in a combat zone times. passion for sports. wide last week: Senior Master Sergeant in Balad also demanded more skills as a “To be effective in today’s Air Force, Master of ceremonies for the Graham Smith, first sergeant and superin- first sergeant, he said. first sergeants have to rely on good leaders ceremony, KRDO’s Jon Karroll, will tendent of the Academy’s Cadet Group 3, There are largely unseen aspects in their units to help them take care of their serve as “referee” as the event is the Air Force’s First Sergeant of the Year. behind being a first sergeant, he said. people,” he said. “It’s a total team effort. unfolds with sports-related activi- The 23-year Air Force NCO was the “Like crisis intervention,” said the No matter how stressed and overloaded ties like a coin toss and scoreboard “first shirt” at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., senior NCO from Lynn, Mass. “Few get first sergeants feel with their workload, we postings. for three years before he went to Kadena to experience what it is like dealing with always seem to find a way to get it done.” Keynote speaker for the kickoff Air Base, Japan. suicide, domestic violence, child abuse, The emphasis on taking care of people is Air Force head football coach “For me personally, serving overseas sexual assault or helping a family deal with has not changed over the years, but more Fisher DeBerry, founder of the Fisher as first sergeant was much more chal- the death of a loved one. Unfortunately, deployment time for everyone has, DeBerry Foundation dedicated to lenging,” said Sergeant Smith, who arrived many people only think the shirt deals with Sergeant Smith said. the support and education of single at the Academy on July 26. “Several discipline, which creates a negative stereo- As a shirt, he has personal priorities. See CFC, Page 4 factors for this is a larger population type.” See SHIRT, Page 4

I N News Feature Sports S Prep schooler ‘Treasure Hunters’ ‘Pop’ returns I rewarded honored to alma mater D Page 3 Page 18 E Page 15 Academy Spirit 2 COMMENTARY September 22, 206 Academy command chief eyes objectives

By Chief Master Sgt. Dale R. Buckholtz phases including professional military education, USAFA Command Chief Master Sergeant on-the-job training and civilian courses, among others. My family and I have been here for 60 days, and Speaking of developing our people, I want to we are very impressed with everyone supporting the boast about our enlisted corps. Academy mission. We are equally impressed with I’ve had the privilege of serving in our Air the cadets and the Prep School’s cadet candidates. Force for 23 years, and the enlisted men and women We also look forward to building on the great we have here are the finest in our Air Force. Last relationships with those at the other Colorado week, I spoke at one of our important develop- Springs-area installations, local retirees and key mental programs, the Senior Noncommissioned civic organizations. What a great way to start a new Officer Orientation course. I met 35 of our newest tour! master sergeants and came away inspired with their It is an absolute privilege and honor to serve as enthusiasm and optimism. Between them and the the Command Chief Master Sergeant of the United members of the Cadet Wing, I am confident we are States Air Force Academy. When General Regni in good hands for years to come. phoned and asked us to “consider” the position, we Finally, there are a few “truths” I believe in and were — and remain — humbled. The opportunity that have helped pave my road to success in our Air to interact, mentor and learn with 4,000-plus future Force. We’re looking forward to meeting all our leaders is unmatched anywhere else in our Air Academy teammates. Force. We need not be reminded that our purpose — I believe: our mission — is “to educate, train and inspire • Disagreement is not disrespect, but everybody (these) men and women to become officers of char- needs to be on board once a decision is made. acter, motivated to lead the United States Air Force • I f you’re not working your boss’ agenda, you’re in service to our nation.” working the wrong agenda. With the Academy mission laid out for us, there • Leadership by e-mail isn’t leadership. Photo by Dave Armer are several supporting missions of equal priority • It’s better to go through life spring-loaded to the Academy Command Chief Master Sgt. Dale worth noting. “yes” position than the “no” position. Buckholtz addresses the senior NCO induction First, it’s every person’s responsibility to seek • Base housing appearance is a litmus test for excel- ceremony gathering Sept. 1 at the officers’ club. out our next “challenge” and disrupt its growth lence. before it becomes a major issue. Not an easy task, • The appearance of an impropriety is an impro- state. but I’m a firm believer that there’s one sure way to priety. • I can make mistakes. tackle this – be visible, talk to our people, earn their • If you’re in the Air Force, then every Air Force • You are never as good as you think you are. trust and let them know we care about them and our problem is your problem. • Sometimes the solution is simple: you have to institution. The best way to ensure things remain • You need to think in terms of we, us and ours — work harder. smooth is to always stay in touch. not I, me and mine. • Our new Airmen are better today than they were Second, ensure our Airmen are ready to execute • You can’t be a good wingman if you’re not physi- when I was young. the global war on terrorism. We have people around cally fit. • We are not a one-mistake Air Force, but we are a the Academy deploying in support of this mission. • You should never bring your boss a problem unless one-crime Air Force. Making sure they are prepared and their families you also bring a solution. • You should treat everyone with dignity and respect will be supported in their absence is a critical • Ninety percent of all problems can be solved with unless their actions dictate otherwise. mission with zero room for error. leadership and the other 10 percent can be solved • Our Air Force senior leaders care more about our Lastly, we need to continue to develop our with hard work. Airmen’s welfare than they do their own. people. As our Air Force transforms, it becomes • Anything of importance can be written on one • We’re winning the Global War on Terrorism. paramount for us to be the best technicians and the page. • My two most important titles will always be best leaders. We do this through multiple education • Our current ops tempo isn’t a surge, it’s our steady husband and father.

Unattended Personal Property

• Security is of primary concern at every military installation and is no different here in the Cadet Wing. We each have an obligation to ensure a safe environment for all assigned personnel. One of the ways we accomplish this is by maintaining positive control over personal property such as backpacks, bags, boxes and laptops to name a few. • Bags should remain with the owner at all times. A few examples include while dining in Mitchell Hall, attending class in Fairchild Hall, or shopping at the cadet store. The appropriate action is to keep these items within arms reach and in eye sight at all times. • Personal property such as backpacks and laptops must be marked with name, squadron, and duty phone to help in identifying the owner in the event the items are misplaced or safety of the item is questioned. • Any unattended items must be reported immediately to the Command Center with a description, name and location of the item. This will ensure a safe environment for all assigned personnel and prevent unnecessary actions to dispose of the item by other Academy agencies.

The Cadet Sight Picture (Cadet Wing Manual 36-3501) provides an insight into the day-to-day requirements for cadets.

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By Butch Wehry community service events in my third football game, camp out, then help with Academy Spirit staff degree year,” said the biology major trail restoration. from Rangely, Colo. “There are “This is the first time that I know What would take a cadet off-base to numerous cadets in the wing who enjoy of cadets volunteering at Golden’s Table yet more strenuous activity? organizing volunteer events for their Mountain,” said C1C Morrison. Try the Aug. 26 three-mile walk in squadrons. Cadet Service Learning is There’s also “Hungry Heroes” an downtown Manitou Springs to promote one of the most rewarding programs at ongoing program that helps welcome awareness and acceptance of people the Academy … cadets learn lessons that home Fort Carson soldiers from Iraq with Down Syndrome. More than 50 cannot be taught in a classroom.” and Afghanistan at the Colorado Springs cadets from Cadet Squadron 23 walked There are always more volunteer Airport and takes the returnees to a local with their ‘buddy’Colt, the son of their opportunities to come, said the unit fast food restaurant for a burger and a

Academy Military Trainer. community service representative. smile now through May 1. The call is Courtesy Photo Cadet 1st Class Arianne Morrison There’s Table Mountain Volunteer out for cadet volunteers. Cadet 1st Class Arianne Morrison and thinks she has the answer. Weekend, Oct. 7 to Oct. 8. The commu- There are volunteer openings for the Colt at a Down Syndrome activity. She and Cadet 1st Class Katie Miller nity service representatives need up to Garden of the Gods trail restoration Cadet volunteers are sought for up- coming community assistance projects. organize volunteer activities for CS- 25 cadet volunteers. There will be an coming Saturday and Sunday and running 23’s people and any others who want to overnight camp out at Table Mountain through October, November and project is Sept. 30 to Oct. 1. This is part help make the local community a better to help with a trail restoration project of December. Cadets work with the Rocky of the Adopt-A-Crag event with a place. the Rocky Mountain Field Institute. Mountain Field Office to control erosion. weekend camp out at BCW for restora- “I became involved with organizing The group will leave after the Navy The Beaver Creek Wilderness tion work on a trail. Academy Spirit 4 September 22, 2006 CFC From Page 1 two minutes each day makes a significant difference for someone in need. parents and their children. “If everyone were to contribute one hour of pay For Coach DeBerry, this is a game everyone each month, it would collectively add up to a huge wins. “It’s a win-win situation for everyone,” he said. amount—upwards of $4 million for just Academy Everyone can get in the game too. “Just as we personnel,” Colonel Orie said. expect everyone to win a game, we expect everyone For contributors with tight family budgets, no gift to give their fair share,” he added. is too small. “Contribute what you feel you can Guest speakers will include senior leadership comfortably do without,” he said. He noted if cadets from NORAD/NORTHCOM, Air Force Space give just $5 a month, roughly equivalent to a fast-food Command, the Academy and the 21st and 50th Space meal, it can mean the difference between a family pointed out military personnel can review their leave wings. Dress is uniform of the day for military and going hungry that day when the amount is combined and earnings statements to see their donations are being daily attire for civilians. with other contributions. directed to their charities. A free light buffet lunch will be served. About The CFC campaign covers 1,700 charities, both He emphasized supervisory pressure to contribute 500 people from the three Colorado Springs Air Force local and national. Contributors can pick and choose is counter to CFC guidance. installations are expected to attend. those causes closest to their heart and designate their Building an early momentum for this year’s Representatives from the charitable agencies will gifts accordingly. campaign is especially vital because it is a week shy be on hand with written information and to answer Contributors can feel confident their donations of the usual four-week campaign. questions from potential contributors. A charities’fair will go where they want. The local Pikes Peak CFC That doesn’t make it less important. will follow the formal opening ceremonies. campaign goes through three audits a year, one from “This is not just in some impoverished far away This year’s campaign will de-emphasize the mone- the Office of Personnel Management, a local inde- land. A small contribution can make a difference tary goal. Instead it will show the impact of how just pendent audit and an internal audit. Colonel Orie even here in Colorado Springs,” Colonel Orie stressed. SHIRT From Page 1 Air Expeditionary Wing. Being the lead shirt in Iraq was an extreme privilege. It gave me an opportunity to “Ensure the mission gets done by communicating be a leader in a real combat zone. There was real and ensuring the commander’s policies are understood,” satisfaction that I made a difference on a world scene.” he said. “This is the starting point for instilling good He looks to the future and personally hopes to order and discipline.” enjoy retirement, stay healthy and productive and He is keen on developing Airmen. watch his three kids grow up to be successful. “I want to make sure my Academy Military Trainers Professionally, he eyes becoming a command chief, have the tools to do their job and help them get or perhaps an NCO Academy commandant. promoted.” Meanwhile, the Air Force’s top shirt helps the group He places importance on improving Airmen and their commander with the cadet group, instructing and super- families’ quality of life. vising military training for the cadet group staff. “This is why I became first sergeant and why I love Days are filled overseeing training and profes- being a ‘shirt’,” Sergeant Smith said. sional development of 10 cadet squadrons. There have been so many gratifying rewards, he said. Time is invested in advising and assisting squadron One was being elected President of the Kadena First commanders on implementing training, policy and Sergeants Council by his peers. procedures. Courtesy Photo “Leading 40 of my peers in the biggest and busiest His advice is always consistent. Senior Master Sgt. Graham Smith, left, with unit combat wing in the Air Force helped me tap into skills “Just continue to take care of your unit, your family members in Iraq. He arrived at the Academy in I didn’t realize I had,” Sergeant Smith said. “Also, and yourself and always work hard everyday at what July and has been named as the Air Force’s First being selected as the wing first Sergeant for the 332 you do,” he said. “This is my recipe for success.” Sergeant of the Year.

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By Ann Patton Colonel Lawrence and Cadet 1st Academy Spirit staff Class Travis Anderson will be on site in Florida for the practice launch. For the Academy cadets are readying for a actual launch, two cadets will be in dress rehearsal Wednesday and Thursday Mission Control at the cape and 18 at the for the launch of FalconSAT-3. Academy’s ground station. The dry launch exercise at Cape This year’s launch follows an aborted Canaveral is in preparation for the actual attempt of the FalconSAT-2 launch from planned launch Dec. 2. the Marshall Islands in the Pacific Ocean. “Cadets will go through every proce- Shortly after lift-off, the launch vehicle dure as if it were launch day,” said Lt. Col. failed and impacted a reef off the island. Courtesy Photo Cadets prepare the qualification model of FalconSAT-3 for vibration and Tim Lawrence, assistant professor of The satellite, however, was blown free thermal testing in 2005. astronautics and faculty adviser. from the launch vehicle on impact and They will be in contact with the discovered in a storage shed after it engineering mechanics, electrical engi- Academy ground station as the satellite crashed through the roof of the shed and neering, space operations and manage- will pass over the station in Fairchild came to rest just a few feet from the ship- ment. Thirty five cadets work on the Hall. ping container used to deliver it from satellite in the Astro 436 course and put FalconSAT-3 was built at the Colorado Springs. theory into practice and “learn space by Academy and is roughly 750 cubic “We are hoping for a good rocket this doing space.” centimeters in size and weighs 126 time,” Colonel Lawrence said. FalconSAT- The space center is one of eight pounds. It carries five research payloads 3 will be powered aboard a Lockheed Academy centers, which includes centers and is expected to orbit at 560 kilome- Martin Atlas rocket, which he said has a for chemistry, lasers and optics, aging ters an hour at an inclination of 35 100 percent success rate. aircraft, human environmental, aeronau- degrees. “The satellite is sound,” he said. The tics, modeling and simulation and space It is the fourth satellite for the Space only problems that the launch may physics and atmospheric research. Systems Research Center and finished encounter are with ground station, high temperature and vibration testing in winds, weather, lightning or other factors Photo by Joel Strayer Right: The engineering model of February. Cadets follow a progression that may harm the sensitive electronics. FalconSAT-3 now sits on display. of developmental models from engi- The Space Systems Research Center Three versions of each satellite are neering to qualification and flight models is multi-disciplinary and involves cadets built, as part of the three-year to building satellites. from astronautical engineering, physics, FalconSAT program.

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By Ann Patton tions, mockups, displays and answering Fourth class cadets are encouraged but and Office of Special Investigations, are Academy Spirit staff cadets questions on a personal level. not required to attend. highly competitive for selection. Cadets More than one representative from a Incoming cadets usually come to can raise their odds of selection, however. Cadets from all classes can get a career field is also needed to work as a the Academy with an idea of what they “The higher they are in board order glimpse of their future during Career team member or offer another perspec- want to do, Major Babich said. Most of of merit scores, the better chance they Day Oct. 14 in Fairchild Hall. tive when answering cadet questions. them choosing pilot training, for example, have of getting their first choice,” Major Volunteers with current career field More than 40 career areas will be have a good idea they can qualify for it. Babich said. Merit scores are measured experience, both at a home station and represented. “Most cadets are not aware of the for academic grades, military perform- in a deployed environment, are needed. There will be two sessions lasting 40 many career fields open to them,” she ance and physical education. “It’s a small investment that can minutes each, with 15 minutes travel said of the day’s opportunities. “They will To volunteer for Career Day or for truly change the course of a cadet’s time in between. First class cadets must have a chance to find out what fits them.” more information call Major Babich professional life,” said Maj. Leslie attend their assigned brief. Second class First class cadets apply for specific at 333-4539 or Maj. Steve Hayes at Babich, Cadet Squadron 11 commander. cadets, who will soon choose their career Air Force Specialty Codes in Nov. before 333-0727 or email them at leslie.babich So far, about 40 volunteers have field as the primary audience, will attend graduation. @usafa.af.mil or stephen.hayes@usafa. committed to providing mini presenta- both sessions, as will third class cadets. Some specialties, like intelligence af.mil. Military History Symposium planned By Butch Wehry Trinitarian American Space Program in the Early Space of space. It wouldn’t be much of a conference if these Academy Spirit staff Age” will examine the early three-way split in space presentations didn’t also have relevance for current space between the National Reconnaissance Office, the Air operations and future space policy,” said Colonel Gillespie. November’s 21st Academy Military History Force, and National Air and Space A in the F-1 audito- General Chilton will speak in the Academy Officers’Club Symposium has “Harnessing the Heavens: National rium Nov. 2 at 8:30 a.m. Nov. 2 at 5:30 p.m. Defense through Space” as its theme. Recurring themes in Air Force space history will be Duke University’s History Professor Alex Roland is Interested scholars from around the country will addressed by Dr. David Spires. expected to discuss implications for the future of human attend the events. Cadets can attend events that do not Dr. Everett Dolman’s presentation will concern spaceflight, although his approach will likely be histor- conflict with their other classes. Interested space profes- “Astro-politics and Astro-politik: Strategy and Space ical, in the F-1 auditorium on Nov. 3 at 1 p.m. sionals from the local community have been invited to Deployment” in Fairchild’s F-1 auditorium Nov. 2 at 1 The symposium enhances scholarship by bringing attend the evening events at Arnold Hall. p.m. eminent specialists to interact with faculty and cadets and Professor William Burrows, well-known author of “It definitely will have more focus on international present the experts’ latest work in a formal setting. the popular book, Deep Black, which exposed the exis- relations and theory than history, but should be an inter- Proceedings will be published for wider dissemination. tence of early satellite surveillance programs, will speak esting addition to his panel on doctrine,” said Lt. Col Paul It further advances cadet learning in ways beyond a on “Beyond the Blue Horizon: Lunar Missile Base Gillespie, symposium director. normal classroom setting, Colonel Gillespie said. Concepts in the Early Cold War” in Fairchild Hall’s F- “All of our speakers will take a historical approach A military history symposium is held at the Academy 1 auditorium Nov. 2 at 8:30 a.m. to the role of space in national defense with the excep- only once every three years. The 2003 symposium Lt. Col. Mark Erickson’s “Reconnaissance and tion of former astronaut Gen. Kevin Chilton, Air Force commemorated the 100th anniversary of flight, while the Prestige: Cold War Engines Driving the Creation of a Space Command commander, who will speak on the future 2009 symposium will explore the history of the Academy.

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NCOs excel at academy any amount or a certain amount per pin knocked heritage and look toward new and unlimited horizons, down. we will continue to deliver unmatched air, space and Tech. Sgt. Jason Tepool of the 98th Flying Training Donations by cash, check or pledges may be cyberspace dominance for the interdependent joint Squadron was named a Distinguished Graduate of the accepted by the team member prior to the bowl-a-thon. team and our nation. Forrest L. Vosler NCO Academy Sept. 14 during Donations may be turned in at the bowl-a-thon. “Your tireless commitment, agility and profession- ceremonies held at the Peterson Air Force Base Checks should be made payable to “Operation Warm alism are the foundation for our successes. Without Officers’Club. Sergeant Tepool was joined by fellow Heart.” you, and the support of your families, we could not Academy graduates, Tech. Sgts. Jane Brooks, Kenneth Any team requesting a specific time must notify be the world-class team we are. America’s Airmen Garlough and Bruce Graybill of the 10th Medical their respective first sergeant at the time the entry fee exemplify our core values of Integrity First, Service Operations Squadron; Tech. Sgts. Gregory Stapleton is paid. All special time requests will be considered, Before Self and Excellence in All We Do. and David Wirt from the 10th Medical Support but there are no guarantees all teams requesting “As we lead into our diamond anniversary cele- Squadron and Tech. Sgt. Bryan Daniel of the 10th specific times can be accommodated. bration, we count on our most valuable asset — our Mission Support Group. The seven graduates were part The Bowl-a-thon is open to active duty military, Airmen — to continue the magnificent work our of the 130-members of Class 06-6. Academy employees, retirees and family members. forebears began. We are confident you’ll conquer Entry deadline is Wednesday. tomorrow’s challenges with the same courage, commit- Bowl-a-thon rolls for CFC For more information, call Sergeant Colwell at ment and confidence that defined our first 59 years. 333-8736, or any Academy first sergeant. “Thanks to our entire Air Force family across The Academy Diamond Council’s 16th annual the globe: active duty, civilian, Guard, Reserve, Operation Warm Heart Bowl-A-Thon Tournament SECAF, CSAF send retirees, veterans and all their families. Happy Birthday, rolls Sept. 29. Air Force!” Operation Warm Heart provides financial support AF birthday greeting for the morale and welfare of needy Academy mili- Time for PT gear tary and civilian families. WASHINGTON (AFPN) — This message is from “This year marks the first time Operation Warm Secretary of the Air Force Michael W. Wynne and Air Oct. 1 marks the mandatory wear date of phys- Heart is part of the Combined Federal Campaign,” Force Chief of Staff Gen. T. Michael Moseley on the ical training gear. All Airmen will be required to have Master Sgt. Dan Colwell, project officer, said. “All Air Force’s 59th birthday Monday. one running suit, two T-shirts and two pairs of shorts. funds raised by this tournament will be donated to oper- “Over the course of the past 59 years, the United Also starting this October, enlisted Airmen will ation Warm heart through the CFC.” States Air Force has established itself as the domi- receive an increase in their clothing allowance to The tourney consists of three no-tap/scratch nant force in air, space and cyberspace. Our knowl- offset the increase of the mandatory number of T-shirts games, meaning, if a bowler knocks down nine pins edge-enabled Airmen have revolutionized the way and shorts from two sets to three sets in October on the first ball, they’re credited with a strike. our nation defends itself and its allies across the full 2007. The shift times are 9 a.m., noon and 3 p.m. Each spectrum of threats. Air Force officials emphasize Airmen should not team will pay a $25 entry fee, $5 per bowler, which “Before our inception as an independent service, wait until October to purchase these items. The includes lane fees and shoe rental, if necessary. Team the Air Force responded wherever and whenever revised AFI will clarify wear of PT gear by speci- members are encouraged to solicit pledges using needed, whether for disaster relief, humanitarian fying when doing organized physical training, the pledge sheets and by collecting pledges following the operations or combat operations. We have only gotten shorts and T-shirts will be worn as a set and not bowl-a-thon. better in time. mixed with civilian clothes; however, at other times Copies of all completed pledge sheets must be “Our heritage is one of technological innovation, the PT gear, including the running suit, can be worn brought to the bowl-a-thon. Pledges may be set at courage and dedication. As we build on that proud with civilian clothes. +XJH6DYLQJV2Q :LQGRZV$QG6LGLQJ

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By Butch Wehry working on world-class research and becoming a “We will highlight several ongoing research Academy Spirit staff scientist or engineer.” efforts,” he said. “One historically rooted long-term The Education Directorate’s research official said chemistry effort will be highlighted as well as more- A research display at October’s Air Force 60th he is developing a unique Academy display for the recent efforts in high-performance computing, aero- Anniversary open house for visitors at the Pentagon open house. nautics and aircraft life-extension and command- will highlight what Academy officials think is an “We want CORONA and other Department of and-control tools.” under-told story on Oct. 14. Defense visitors to know about the tremendous bang- In addition to the displays and representatives “Many consider the Academy a place to come to for-the-buck they get when we can engage our research from the cadet wing and faculty, brochures will be be an officer — often a pilot — which of course it is,” faculty and cadet: top-quality results, a tremendously distributed to interested visitors and an annual research said Mr. Mike Crane, Dean of the Faculty Research cost-effective effort and better-educated future officers report to CORONA visitors. deputy director. “The story we want to tell is that as a bonus,” said the director from Fresno, Calif. There is also a DVD in production that is sched- there are lots of other exciting opportunities here for There is a 30-foot by 30-foot booth reserved at the uled to appear on the Jumbotron during the event. people that lead to careers in the Air Force, like open house. Final editing is taking place this week. Why did the jogger cross the road? By Butch Wehry jogging after dark without reflective material. Academy Spirit staff Officials advise joggers to run facing on-coming traffic, wear reflective materials at night, and not to Safety officials clarified the need for jogging wear ear phones while jogging on roads during heavy safety Wednesday. traffic times. “The Academy has had instances where joggers “Drivers should be aware of surroundings and have been hit by a vehicle in parking lots,” said slow down when passing,” said the safety official. Master Sgt. Mark Garner, Academy Safety Office. “Supervisors need to ensure their people are briefed In February 2005, a jogger had just completed on the Cadet Sight Picture, Air Force Instructions 91- her run in the parking lot of the medical center when 207 and 31-304.” a military dependent driving in the parking lot hit her, “We have had three minor injuries this year to Photo by Butch Wehry pinning her against a tree. joggers on trails consisting of strains and sprains,” Academy safety officials are telling joggers and drivers to follow rules to prevent accidents. The spouse thought she had the vehicle in a said Sergeant Garner. “When the roadway is without different gear. The runner sustained injuries and was sidewalks, shoulders or designated protective zones, protective areas do not ensure vehicle will yield. hospitalized one day and on quarters for nine days. cadets should use the left side facing oncoming It’s not worth violating the rules. Academy jogging hazards include vehicles on the traffic and jog in single file. Do not jog on roads “Commanders and supervisors can conduct roadways, non-level ground on trails, and joggers without shoulders during periods of high traffic.” administrative actions against the individual,” said the listening to radios instead of their surroundings and Crosswalks, sidewalks, safety zones and other safety NCO.

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By Tech. Sgt. Cohen A. Young All three graduated from the Academy in Air Force Print News 2000. The team finished second in the contest WASHINGTON (AFPN) — A team with nine other teams in which they traveled made up of Air Force Academy grads that all over the world to historically significant recently competed on a reality-television locations. These locations contained clues to show, visited the Pentagon Sept. 7 and met puzzles that the teams had to decipher to avoid with senior Air Force leaders. They also being eliminated from the competition. The toured the Air Force Memorial site here. competition lasted three and a half weeks. Husband and wife, Matt and Brooke Their previous military training helped them Rillos, and their best friend, Matt through their adventures, Mr. Zitzlsperger said. Zitzlsperger, spoke of their experience on the Secretary Wynne said that his sister-in- popular show “Treasure Hunters” with law hooked him on the show. The show also Secretary of the Air Force Michael W. Wynne was popular in General Moseley’s home. and Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. T. Jennie Moseley, the general’s wife, gave a gift Michael Moseley. The three were known as to Mrs. Rillos, who is six months pregnant. “Team Air Force” on the scavenger hunt-style “We would have never gotten to meet show. Secretary Wynne and General Moseley if we The team members were given small gifts were still in (the service), so this is an honor,” of appreciation by Secretary Wynne and Mrs. Rillos said. “It was amazing to be treated General Moseley for representing the Air like that. Being on TV, people who are fans Force in a positive manner. feel as though they know you.” “You guys stood out as being just decent All three said the visit to the Pentagon Americans,’ General Moseley said. was something special for them. Mr. Rillos said that it was important to “Being here today and getting a chance to maintain a good image for the team. As visit the Pentagon and to meet the secretary of former Air Force members, they didn’t want Photo by Tech. Sgt. Cohen A. Young the Air Force and the chief of staff is some- Team Air Force from the “Treasure Hunters” reality television to feed into the negative comments like some thing that I will never forget,” Mr. Zitzlsperger show receives a tour of the new Air Force Memorial site by Katie of their competitors. said. “Also getting the chance to view the new Martha, a public affairs executive with the Air Force Memorial “We knew we were representing past, Air Force Memorial is a great experience. Foundation, during their visit Sept. 7. The team, Air Force present and future Air Force members and it Being able to see it and touch it before it’s Academy graduates Matt Zitzlsperger and husband and wife, Matt was an honor,” Mr. Rillos said. completed is amazing.” and Brooke Rillos, placed second in the show’s competition.

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¡Bienvenidos! Welcome to Hispanic Heritage Month.

By Ann Patton Family, and food, are sacred traditions for them. Academy Spirit Staff Air Force spouse Jessica Meinert grew up in Panama where whole neighborhoods and families From now to Oct.15 the Academy is celebrating gather to cook mountains of food Christmas Eve. Hispanic Heritage Month to pay tribute to the diversity, After the sumptuous meal, they enjoy dancing, the richness and contributions of Hispanic Americans. fiesta and visits to the beach. Christmas Day they The month kicked off Monday in the community relax and munch on leftovers. Photos by Ann Patton center ballroom with cultural displays, music, Her specialty is spiced pork shoulder or pernil Top: Cadet 2nd Class Lina Pineros and Cadet 1st Class dancing and a buffet of Hispanic foods. de puerco. “I love to cook. Carlos Hernandez from the cadet salsa club keep up the Other events this month include readings at 1:30 “Our family and God are first, and we learn to beat. p.m. on Fridays at the child development center, base respect ours and other cultures,” she said. library and community center displays and a Capt. Eric Garcia, curriculum manager for luncheon Oct. 4 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the second class cadet professional military education, Academy Officers’ Club with Colorado Springs grew up in south Texas. He, too, enjoys large family Left: Tech. Sgt. Crystal Weeks (left), with human Mayor Lionel Rivera as guest speaker. events with music and barbecues. resources and education at the Cadet Wing, and Gina Master Sgt. Ric Melendez, chairman of the “It’s a tradition when we gather together as a Moore, human resource specialist, 10th Mission Support observances and Academy military trainer with whole family,” he said. Squadron, serve up carnitas and enchiladas. Cadet Squadron 30, left Honduras 30 years ago. An Cadet 1st Cass Alejandro Leam is spending a 18-year veteran of the Air Force, he is proud of his year here as an exchange student from his native family origins. Chile. “The United States is my country. It’s my “We have a huge family,” he said and counted 10 prisoner of war in the Vietnam war was pilot Everett Alvarez heritage but I’m an American first,” he said. aunts and uncles with an average of two or three Hispanic Americans: who spent eight and a half years as a prisoner. Sergeant Melendez wants to use the month to children each. They gather for holidays and family “Our Rich Culture Contributing to Hispanics have helped make American the breadbasket of bring awareness of Hispanic culture. “We all need to events such as weddings. the world. Of the more than 100 plant species found north of get along and appreciate each other,” he said. Cost of the Hispanic Heritage Month luncheon is America’s Future” Mexico, all but nine were developed and cultured in Latin The word Hispanic generally refers to those $11.50 for club members and $12.50 for non- America, with corn and potato among the most plentiful. whose parents or forebears came from any of 20 members. For luncheon tickets and other event infor- The first public school in St. Augustine, Fla. opened in 1787, different Spanish-speaking countries. Latinos refer mation, contact Master Sgt. Leopoldo Perez at Spanish, not English, was the first European language spoken the same year the Constitution was being drafted. It laid the to Hispanics whose families have roots in the 333-4145, Master Sergeant Melendez at 333-0785, in North America. Today the U.S. is the fifth largest Spanish- foundation for integrated public education. Americas. Tech. Sgt. Weeks at 333-7885, Tech. Sgt. Clements speaking country in the world. Many rivers, mountains, states, When gold and other valuable metals were discovered in Hispanics are no longer emerging as a minority. at 333-4322, Tech. Sgt. Buckley-Lowe at 333-0785, towns and geography terms such as arroyo, tornado and hurri- the American West, prospectors borrowed mining techniques They are the largest and fastest-growing minority in Mrs. Ryles at 333-6739 or Ms. Gina Moore at cane come from Spanish, as do animal names such as coyote from Mexico, Peru and Chile. Western settlers also learned to the United States. 333-7241. and jaguar. manage irrigation and water supplies from the Mexicans, who The impact of Hispanics on this country began long before learned it from the Pueblo Indians. the Pilgrims struggled to maintain their tiny colony. Before It was Mexicans who took cattle, sheep and horses brought then, Spanish towns were growing and flourishing in Florida, by the Spanish and then developed and passed on the art of the Southwest and Puerto Rico. Hernando de Soto and ranching to the Anglo Americans, thus creating the American Francisco Coronado also explored many present-day states cowboy mystique. more than a century before Lewis and Clark, Zebulon Pike and The concept of community property in which the wife is Daniel Boone were born. considered equal in wealth and holdings of the family is derived Hispanics helped the U.S. win its independence from from Mexican law. England. King Carlos of Spain and Spanish towns in California Hispanic Americans have flown in space, won Nobel and granted funds to the Continental Congress for the war effort. Pulitzer Prizes, served in Congress and as U.S. Surgeon General Money from the Cuban treasury financed the Battle of and led the crusade for farm workers’ rights. They have influ- Yorktown, the decisive battle of the Revolution, and Cuban enced American culture in art, literature and education in women contributed their jewelry. More than 4,000 Spanish untold ways. soldiers died on English prison ships in New York Harbor after Hispanics such as Ricardo Montalban, Edward James Olmos, being captured fighting for the colonists. Chita Rivera, Gloria Estefan, Selena, Placido Domingo, Martin David Glasgow Farragut, the first admiral of the U.S. Navy, Sheen, Rita Moreno and Jimmy Smits have topped American is credited with playing a decisive role in the outcome of the movie marquees and billboards. Desi Arnaz was the first to use U.S. Civil War. About 10,000 other Hispanics fought in that war three cameras for shooting television situation comedy which is on both sides of the conflict. now an industry standard. In World War II more than 400,000 Hispanics served over- Notables Chi Chi Rodriguez, Lee Trevino, Nancy Lopez and seas, and thousands of Puerto Ricans served during the Korean Roberto Clemente are among Hispanic athletes to rise to the War with the 65th Infantry Regiment. The longest confirmed top of their sport. Academy Spirit 18 SPORTS September 22, 2006

Arena ‘Pop’ remembers his cadet roots

Men’s hoops on TV The Air Force men’s Bluesuiter-turned-NBA basketball team will have 15 of its 16 Mountain West champion re-visits Conference games televised this season, according to the league, which released its campus television schedule Sept. 14. Six of the 15 games will be By Wayne Amann thought I was. Now that I’m televised nationally, three Academy Spirit Editor coaching, I know that.” each on CSTV and Versus Popovich wasn’t recruited (formerly OLN), while nine Even casual sports fans by any Division I schools out of others will be shown region- know Gregg Popovich is the head East Chicago, Ind., but wound up ally on the mtn., the MWC coach of the National Basketball the Air Force team captain his Television Network. Association’s San Antonio Spurs. senior year. He’s guided them to NBA cham- “It was very satisfying,” he Women’s hoops on pionships in 1999, 2003 and recalled. “I’m more proud of that TV 2005. than any basket I might have The Mountain West But fewer folks know the scored.” Conference released the road to his success was paved He scored more than a few. 2006-07 women’s basketball with lessons learned as an Air As a senior he led the Falcons in broadcast schedule. Air Force Force Academy cadet. ‘Pop,’ as scoring with a 14.3 average on will have three televised he’s commonly called, didn’t the team’s way to a 12-12 record. contests this season, begin- forget. Popovich credits timing and ning with its Jan. 4 game at He returned to the Academy circumstance, much more than San Diego State. The Falcons Sept. 14, accompanied by his personnal skill, for his success in will also be featured on the Spurs assistant coaches, as part the pro ranks. He says he took road versus defending of a four-day retreat at the from the Academy a work ethic, regular-season champion Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado an ability to organize and a BYU on Feb. 8, and at home Springs. The group toured the “moral compass” he uses when against the Aztecs on Feb. Academy for nearly four hours. looking for character people for 15. The visit rekindled fond memo- his program, people who under- ries. stand teamwork, sacrifice, excel- Falcon web features “To see classmates working lence and service to others. As part of the Academy’s here, who ran through the same “The education and disci- agreement with CSTV, squadron halls as I did, is pretty pline from the military training special,” the 1970 grad said. Photo courtesy Athletic Media Relations Falcon fans can now web is obvious,” he said. “All those Falcon team captain Gregg Popovich practices his jump stream the radio broadcast “When I showed these guys (his character and integrity issues shot in 1970. of football games free on assistant coaches) what the cadets people really don’t understand goairforcefalcons.com. Plus are doing, they didn’t believe I until they get into the real world. them. He’s molded a team that enough to understand what this Fans can pay for games tele- did that, and I don’t either. The The things I took from the not only wins NBA champi- guy embodied and you see the vised by CSTV. The best part was seeing the cadets, Academy were most of the things onships, but represents San result,” Popovich said of Mountain West conference going to the chapel and the cadet other grads talk about.” Antonio and the NBA in a first- Bzdelik’s hiring. “He fits here allows the new network to rooms. It was a lot of fun.” One grad is Popovich’s class manner. That’s due to the like a glove. It’s like having charge. When a game is not It was more fun than he had fellow ’70 classmate Dick good leadership he learned at another Fisher DeBerry in televised, the Academy plans as a junior varsity basketball Rauschkolb, the Association of the Academy.” basketball.” to have tools to stream games player. Graduates Vice President of Popovich recognized the Bzdelik was equally compli- free to fans on the web on or “I should have been on the Communications. leadership of current Falcon mentary. about the beginning of 2007. varsity,” Popovich maintains. “All of our classmates men’s head basketball coach Jeff “Coach Popovich’s support “The junior varsity coaches (John admire Pop for what he’s done,” Bzdelik, who guided Air Force of our basketball team and the Falcons at home Clune, who Clune Arena is Rauschkolb said. “He stuck it to just its fourth NCAA Academy, is unparalleled,” Water Polo named after and Hank Egan) out through some difficult time Tournament appearance in his Bzdelik said after Pop had lunch UC Berkley, Saturday, 11 kicked me out of practice once as a cadet. He inspired us. He first season at the helm. with Falcon senior players and a.m., Upper Pool a week because I was a bit of a took the lessons we learned about “Dr. (Hans) Mueh (Air Force coaches at Mitchell Hall. “To UC Davis, Sunday, 9 a.m., wise guy. I wasn’t as good as I integrity and honor and applied Athletic Director) was smart have a graduate of his stature, Upper Pool within the game of basketball, UC Berkley, Sunday, 1 p.m., show sincere interest in our Upper Pool players is very uplifting.” Women’s Soccer Popovich’s Academy reflec- Sacramento St., Today, 7 tions were sprinkled with advice p.m., Cadet Soccer Stadium for future cadets. Stephen F. Austin, Sunday, “I’d tell them it’s a tough noon, Cadet Soccer Stadium road to hoe,” he said. “They Volleyball should understand what this place TCU, Today, 7 p.m., Clune entails. They must want chal- Arena lenges. When I was fortunate to New Mexico, Saturday, 7 receive an appointment, I thought p.m., Clune Arena that’s where I’m going. I’ll figure out how to play basketball and get Huskies at home an education. I didn’t know I Football was getting a lot more.” Coffeyville CC, Saturday, Photo by Danny Meyer 1:30 p.m., Husky Field San Antonio Spurs head Volleyball coach, and 1970 Academy Lamar CC, Tuesday, 7 p.m., graduate, Gregg Popovich Husky Gym meets the media Sept. 14 at the Falcon Athletic Center. Academy Spirit September 22, 2006 19

Tough luck Falcon skid reaches six Scoreboard By Wayne Amann in the 57th minute with his first Academy Spirit Editor career goal, a line drive from 22 INTERCOLLEGIATE yards out that eluded diving Men’s Soccer Momentum is fickle. A team Memphis goalkeeper Michael Sept. 15 at AFA can ride its crest to victory or get Goodlett. #25 Memphis 3 Falcons 1 swept away by the undertow. “Joe Lapinsky stole the ball Sept. 17 Alabama A&M 3 Falcons 1 The Air Force men’s soccer at midfield and chipped it to team continued to battle the latter me,” the 6-foot 6-inch Noller Women’s Soccer when it was saddled with 3-1 said. “I took it off my body. No Sept. 15 at West Point, N.Y. BAE Systems Classic Army 2 Falcons 1 losses to #25 Memphis Sept. 15 one was on me so I turned and Sept. 17 and to Alabama A&M Sunday, found the corner. We practice Falcons 0 (OT) Delaware 0 both at the cadet Soccer Stadium. getting it to me because I’m a big Sept. 20 at Colorado Springs, Colo. Following their season-opening player. I’m supposed to hold the Colorado College 1 (OT) Falcons 0 1-1 tie with Army, the Falcons ball and turn.” Volleyball have dropped six straight. The Falcons couldn’t turn Sept. 15 at Provo, Utah Ironically, the Memphis the corner as Memphis’ leading #19 BYU 3 Falcons 0 outcome had a direct bearing on scorer Kevin Walsh converted Photo 1st Lt. John Ross Sept. 16 at Salt Lake City, Utah the A&M game. his fourth goal of the season off Falcon forward Josh Rhynard and an Alabama A&M player #21 Utah 3 Falcons 0 collide going for possession Sunday. With the Falcons and Tigers a direct kick from 19 yards out Water Polo scoreless in the 35th minute, Air past Air Force backup goalie you get a red card you can’t argue who are leaders,” Sagastume Sept. 16 at AFA East Meets West Tournament Force senior midfielder Brendan Paul Elsbernd. Elsbernd replaced with him at all.” admitted. “It was like pulling #17 Falcons 16 MIT 2 Greenaway was assessed two starter Brian Guyette who the According to NCAA rules teeth.” #17 Falcons 14 La Verne 3 Sept. 17 yellow cards eight seconds apart play before was red carded and three ejected Falcons had to sit It was agonizing for the #17 Falcons 11 #20 Brown 5 for fouls and was tossed from ejected for a hand ball violation out the next game. Falcons who out-shot A&M 20- #17 Falcons 11 #19 Cal Baptist 5 the game. outside the box. A&M (2-6), which snapped 5. Fencing Memphis (6-1) capitalized After the goal, Falcon Reid a six-game losing streak, wasted Air Force averted a shutout Sept. 16 & 17 at Santa Fe, N.M. on the man-advantage, getting Gaiser was red carded and tossed little time taking advantage. when junior midfielder Chris New Mexico Open goals from Jared Britcher in the for arguing the play, leaving eight Bulldog forward Mosito Ranko Mathews scored in the 66th Peter French (Men’s Epee) 1st 40th minute and Jamie Gilbert 11 players to finish the game. the scored the first of his two minute. It was just the eighth Nathan Smith (Men’s Foil) 1st Katherine Gulczynski (Women’s Sabre) minutes later. “The referee made a lot of goals just 12 seconds into the goal by the Falcons in their first 1st “It’s tough to play catch up errors. Most of them went against game with a lob over Elsbernd. seven games. down by a goal with only 10 us,” Sagastume said. “The first It was the quickest goal to start “The way things were going, PREP SCHOOL men, but it happens,” Air Force yellow card he called was a slip. a game in Cadet Soccer Stadium we had to get something on net,” Football head coach Lou Sagastume said. The second one wasn’t a bad history. Less than four minutes Mathews said. Sept. 16 at Highlands, Kan. Huskies 19 Highlands CC 14 “Their second goal made it even foul, players simply got tangled later Cornell Castle took a cross Noller summed up the harder.” up. The referee gave Reid a red feed and tallied from 16 yards out. weekend. Men’s Soccer Falcon freshman forward card because he thought he was “We were a totally different “I’m going to shower and Sept. 16 at AFA CS of Mines 3 Huskies 1 Steve Noller cut the lead in half talking to him instead of us. Once team when we lost three starters wash this loss away.” Huskies 3 Denver 0 Women’s Soccer Sept. 16 at AFA MDG surges, eyes Prep rematch Western State 2 Huskies 0 Sept. 17 UCCS 2 Huskies 1 By Wayne Amann Football League action on the player/coach Cordney Morehead on the money. My job was to Academy Spirit Editor base Turf Field. said. “We’ll play Prep School bring it in. That’s what I do. I’m INTRAMURAL The win moved the medics, again and we have to put them a specialist.” Football As satisfying as this win Team W L PF PA (4-1 at press time), within one- away.” On the change of posses- Prep 4 0 97 39 was, the 10th Medical Group #1 half game of the league-leading The two teams meet sion, Rodgers made the defen- MDG #1 4 1 78 30 still points to the one that got Prep School (4-0). Med Group’s Thursday at 8 p.m. in a game that sive play of the game, picking off Comm 3 2 60 40 away. CW 1 3 32 62 lone loss was a disheartening will likely decide the top seed in a Dodson pass and scampering SFS/MSS 1 4 44 82 MDG got a 15-yard touch- 18-13 setback to Prep on Sept. the post-season playoffs. 40 yards through traffic for the CES/MDG #2 1 4 40 98 down reception from Earnest 12, in which MDG squandered But, first things first. Med eventual game-winning touch- Aziz and a 40-yard interception Sept. 14 a 13-0 lead. The Prep School Group’s Casey Berry intercepted down. Comm 21 CW 6 return for a touchdown by Vic sports several former Air Force a Shea Dodson pass on the “Before the play we knew MDG #1 18 SFS/MSS 6 Rodgers Tuesday as they Falcon standouts who now coach second play of the game Tuesday their quarterback likes to roll to Prep 38 CES/MDG #2 6 methodically wore down the there. giving MDG offense excellent his right and throw back across Sept. 19 Commandant of Cadets 21-6 in “We’ve got to keep playing field position. Med group quar- his left,” Rodgers said. “We MDG #1 21 CW 6 Comm 20 CES/MDG #2 14 Academy Intramural Flag the way we are right now,” MDG terback Drew Pennell then called anticipated that so I was in the Prep 27 SFS/MSS 13 a pitch-back play to keep the right place at the right time. Sept. 21 CW defense on its heels. Their When I get the ball in my hands, Games played after press time second play was a carbon copy. it’s off to the races, and you can Bowling “We ad-libbed the mis-direc- quote me on that.” Thru Sept. 18 tion in our last game,” Pennell That confidence translated Team W L Pins MSG/LGR #2 20 4 8849 explained. “Tonight we said that into a convincing win. The lone AFA Pool #1 20 4 8671 was going to be our first play. chink in MDG’s defensive armor CES/CEJ 17 7 8655 The second time it wasn’t was exposed early in the second AFA Pool #2 16 8 8917 DFBL 16 8 8858 planned. We knew we could take half when Dodson hit Tommy Cadets 14 10 8728 advantage of our athleticism Voie with an 11-yard touchdown DRU 14 10 8644 against them.” pass. Prep School 14 10 8642 NSSI 14 10 8635 With the commandant wing The medics’ Carl Jackson SFS 14 10 8480 defense vulnerable, Pennell made the special teams’ play of MDSS 12 12 8676 found Aziz near the end zone the game when he intercepted Comm 12 12 8603 Services 11 13 8656 pylon for the games first touch- CW’s extra point try on his 2- Retirees 10 14 8731 down. yard line and returned it 78 yards DFC 10 14 8658 “The play was designed for for two points. MDG added an DFMS 8 16 8559 MSG/LGC 6 18 8653 Photo by Jamie Romero me to run an out pattern at the insurance touchdown with about DF 6 18 8220 MDG quarterback Drew Pennell tries to sidestep CW defend- goal line,” Aziz said. “I ran four minutes to play to ice the MSG/LGR #1 4 20 8430 er Pernell Parker who grabs a handful of flag. toward the ball and Drew put it win. 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Change lives, touch the future…..TEACH! Have you thought about becoming a teacher? Do you serve or have you served in the military? (Active Duty, Guard, Reserves, Retired, Transitioning) Are you a spouse of a military member? For More Information Attend USAFA Education Fair, September 13, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Please Contact: Bob Leonard Colorado Troops To Teachers 719-262-4107 or [email protected] www.mwttt.com www.proudtoserveagain.com FREE Come to the ballpark early for a special pregame Parade, TICKETS Fly-Over, National Anthem, The tools needed for all Color Guard and to restore disaster-ravaged lives military personnel Ceremonial First Pitch, all aren’t always hammers and veterans with performed by Uniformed and nails. a valid military ID Military Personnel and Veterans. & $6 tickets for family and Commemorative dog tags friends! will be handed out at the gates to the first 5,000 fans, compliments of Qwest. To order tickets and to find out how you can participate in the pregame parade, call Bobby DiCroce with the Colorado Rockies at (303) 312-2486 or email [email protected]. The hurt of disaster cuts much deeper than the eye can see. That’s why a caring touch and understanding can sometimes be the most powerful tools of all. When lives need rebuilding, The Salvation Army knows it takes much more than the tools that come from the hardware store...it takes the tools that come from the heart. So please give generously. Call 1-800-SAL-ARMY, donate on-line or send your monetary contribution to: National Disaster Fund The Salvation Army National Headquarters 615 Slaters Lane Alexandria, VA 22313 WWW.SALVATIONARMYUSA.ORG • NEED KNOWS NO SEASON Academy Spirit 22 COMMUNITY September 22, 2006

known as the Family Support Center. For more information, call 333-4344 or Field Will Call windows with a picture military questions, call Chief Master 4258. Trainees need to register with ID. (No federal endorsement of sponsor Sgt. Larry Welch at 333-2139. For computer based training to log-on. intended.) civilian questions, call Ms. Karen Logging on problems can be resolved Warner at 333-3937. at: hhttp://intraweb.usafa.af.mil/tip.ppt. Octoberfest celebrated The 2006 Colorado Springs Airmen appreciated Home buying made easier Oktoberfest is Sept. 29 and 30 and Oct. The Milazzo Club is sponsoring A free home buying seminar is set 6 and 7 from 4 p.m. to midnight at the Airman’s Appreciation Night Sept. 29 for Oct. 6 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Norris Penrose Event Center’s indoor Crud tourney set from 4:30-9 p.m. The event is free to Airman and Family Readiness Center. arena. All proceeds go to local mili- A Direct Reporting Unit Crud E-1s through E-4s and features a steak Attendees learn the difference between tary charities. Active duty military and Tournament is today at 4 p.m. in the dinner, open bar and door prizes. Cost brokers, agents and agencies plus families are admitted free. All others pay Academy Officers’Club Crud Lounge. for staff sergeants and above is $3 per financing, mortgage qualifications, loan $5. The four-team, single elimination plate. types and the advantages to home Organizers need volunteers to help tourney is open to all officer/civilian ownership. For more information, call set up and tear down and with event equivalents, GS-7 and above. Heavy Cluster of the month debuts 333-3444. operations. Academy volunteers are hors d’oeuvres are free for club The Academy “Yard of the Month” needed Oct. 7 for the split-shift 4-10:30 members. A $5 cover for non-members award program now recognizes mili- p.m. and 10:30 p.m.-midnight or the helps cover food costs. For more infor- tary family housing residents with a whole shift. To volunteer, call Master mation, call 333-7722. “Cluster of the Month” award program. Sgt. Ric Brayboy at 333-5944. The 10th Air Base Wing will review MSS commander’s call cluster islands in Douglas and Pine Family walk unite The 10th Mission Support Squadron Valley to determine community pride The Falcon Wanderers are observing is closed Tuesday, from 3-4:30 p.m., with the “Best of the Best” cluster National Volkssport Month with a 10K for commander’s call. Sections closed islands in Academy Family Housing. (6.2 mile) family walk Oct. 7 at the during that time include: ID/Customer Prizes will be awarded. Qwest Military Day Kings Deer Golf Club. Registration is Service, Readiness, Commander’s The Colorado Rockies and Qwest from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Four-footed Support Staff, the Education Center, Deployed spouses roll present Qwest Military Day at Coors walking companions and large-wheeled Civilian Personnel and the Airman and Spouses and families of deployed Thursday at 1:05 p.m., when the Rockies strollers are welcome. A 5K (3.1 mile) Family Readiness Center, formerly Academy members can bowl free host the Los Angeles Dodgers in their trail is available for a shorter walk. For Sunday from 5-7 p.m. at the Academy final regular season home game. more information, call 487-8275 or Cadet Chapel change Bowling Center. For more information Festivities include a parade, fly-over, 667-5662. and reservations, call the Airman and National Anthem, a color guard and A combined Protestant service Family Readiness Center at 333-3444. ceremonial first pitch – all performed will be conducted in the Cadet Chapel Vets day parade nears by uniformed military personnel and The Colorado Springs Veterans Day Sunday at 9 a.m. It will be the only Trafficking in persons veterans. Commemorative dog tags will Parade, Nov. 11 at 9 a.m., sports the Protestant service at that chapel that This training must be completed be given to the first 5,000 fans, compli- theme “A Nation at War A Community day. The Catholic service will be by all Academy members no later than ments of “America Supports You.” of Support.” It features the newest celebrated at it’s usual 10 a.m. start Sept. 30. Active duty members and veterans are combat veterans plus those from World time. It deals with women and children offered complimentary tickets and can War II, Korea, Vietnam, and Desert victims who have been kidnapped, join in a pre-game parade. Additional Storm. The Academy Band and 10 high tricked, coerced or sold by their fami- tickets for family and friends are avail- school marching bands will play. lies. While base officials are not aware able for $6 each. To order tickets, call Organizers are looking for groups to of Academy or local violations, the Bobby Dicroce at (303) 312-2486, fax build patriotic, non-commercial floats. Secretary of Defense required training (303) 312-2219, email dicroceb@ For more information, call executive is for all active duty, civilian employees coloradorockies.com , or stop by the director Diana Ceciliani at 282-3862 or CADET CHAPEL and cadets. DoD contractors are Coors Field ticket windows. Orders will visit the parade website at: www. Catholic Masses: required to test only if they deploy. For be available for pickup only at the Coors csvetsparade.org. Sunday Reconciliation 9:15-9:45 a.m. (or by appointment) Mass - 10 a.m. e Daily Mass Mon.-Thurs. - 6:30 p.m. Lin Holy Day Mass - 6 p.m. n ctio s! Protestant Service: e A ue th iss The Action Line is a direct link to USAFA's senior leadership. It Sunday all ve Traditional - 9 a.m. C sol should be used when other avenues have failed. Concerns should be Contemporary - 10:30 a.m. re 00 addressed at the lowest possible level in the chain of command and Gospel - 12 p.m. to 39 33- elevated as necessary. If satisfactory results have not been attained by Jewish Services 3 addressing the chain of command, call the Action Line at 333-3900 Fridays - 7 - 8 p.m. or fax 333-4094 or mail to: COMMUNITY CENTER CHAPEL Directorate of Public Affairs/ACTION LINE 2304 Cadet Drive, Suite 3101 Catholic Masses: Saturday USAF Academy, CO 80840-5016 Reconciliation - 4 p.m. Mass - 5 p.m. Items may also be e-mailed to [email protected]. Sunday Mass - 9:30 a.m. Religious Formation - 10:45 a.m. (Begins Sunday)

Protestant Services: Missed last week’s issue of the VOL. 46 NO.29 JULY 21, 2006 State Games needs volunteers Saturday VOL. 46 NO.30 y Wayne Amann VOL. 46 NO.33 A cademy Spirit Editor Force Shaping The success of a sporting event epends, in large part, on the hard work details released Boyd receives f folks behind the scenes. The Sports Corp needs volunteers Master Sgt. Mitch Gettle honor or several sports at the Rocky Mountain Air Force Print News Contemporary - 7 p.m. tate Games Aug. 4-6 in Colorado posthumously prings and Denver. WASHINGTON — Air Force Organized and managed by the officials recently announced new Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, force-shaping initiatives to be used By Academy Public Affairs he 2006 RMSG offers competition in to meet the required 2007 fiscal year 9 sports for all ages and abilities. end strength numbers. Academy officials presented the The Academy will be the primary The new initiatives are designed 2004 Thomas D. White National enue with the U.S. Olympic Training to bring the Officer numbers down Defense Award posthumously to Col. Sunday Center and Fort Carson among other as the enlisted end-strength numbers John R. Boyd at an awards ceremony Colorado Springs sites. are on target for 2007. Officials said Wednesday during the cadet wing’s Volunteers are needed for these more than 8,000 officers must sepa- noon meal formation at Mitchell Hall. ports and venues: rate either through normal attrition, Accepting the award on behalf of • Track and Field (Academy) Aug. 5 retirement or force shaping meas- Colonel Boyd were his children, John nd 6 ures to achieve the required balance and Mary Ellen Boyd. Academy • Flag Football (Academy) Aug. 6 in force. Superintendent Lt. Gen. John F. Regni • Basketball (Rampart High School, “It’s important to keep in mind presented the award to the Colonel Traditional - 8 a.m. ine Creek High School, Hillside what force shaping is all about; the Boyd’s family. Community Center), Aug. 4-6 present and future state of the Air A legendary fighter pilot, Colonel • Volleyball (Colorado College) Aug. Force,” Lt. Gen. Roger A. Brady, Boyd was known as “Forty-Second Photo by Dennis Rogers Deputy Chief of Staff, Manpower Boyd” because of his offer to pay $20 • Beach volleyball (Sharky’s Bar & Pull!!! and Personnel, said. “We have to to any opponent who could evade him Grill/The Sandpits) Aug. 6 Cadet Basic Trainee Juliana Jacobellis shouts encouragement as CBT Angelica Figueroa anchors the ropebalance dur- our (force) for now and the Phforo more than 40 seconds in air-to-air • Field hockey (Colorado College) ing the Field Day omen’s tug of war at the Academy on Saturday. The Barbarians Flight females won. The eventcoming years to have the kind of Face time with the cadre maneuvers; none ever did. Aug. 4-6 fostered teamwork for the cadet basic trainees. See story, Pages 18-19. force we need to win the long war In 1962, after receiving a B.S. in A cadet basic and an upper classman Basic Cadet Training Cadre member get acquainted. Most of • Triathlon (Prospect Lake/Memorial we are in now and be prepared for Industrial Engineering from Georgia Gospel - 11 a.m. now underway in Jacks Valley is being conducted by senior cadet instructors. The training concl ark) Aug. 5 whatever comes next.” with a 3.2 mile march back to the cadet area. See story Pages 14-15. Tech University, he moved to Eglin Air The Air Force will look for • Power lifting (Fort Carson) Aug. 6 Force Base, Fla., as an engineer where Photo b • Ticket sales: Basketball at Rampart Training future cadets is ‘exciting, noble’volunteers but will also initiate invol- he developed his concept of Energy HS, Pine Creek HS and Hillside CC untary shaping programs to achieve Maneuverability (E-M). Straight shooter Aug.4-6 By Butch Wehry 1982. “There are now four tracts within a balanced force. The force-shaping In 1965, he was awarded the Air Staff Sgt. Daniel Arens, Academy firefighter, pulls a charged water hose while attempting to knoc Hantavirus prevention efforts empha leyball-size target during a Combat Firefighter Challenge qualifying meet in Westminster, Colo., la • Martial arts (Doubletree Hotel) Academy Spirit staff the mathematics curriculum determined program maximizes the Air Force’s Force Systems Command Scientific Aug.6 voluntary separation authority and Achievement Award for work on The five-member team has qualified for six consecutive years and will travel to Atlanta in October fo by placement testing and student By Ann Patton Infected rodents excrete the virus in The HPS is a very ra al competition. For more on the firefighters who make up the Academy team, see page 5. Religious formation - 9:30 a.m. • Athlete bag stuffers: Today, Monday Col. Larry Jones looked back in performance during the academic year.” also allows implementation for invol- Academy Spirit staff urine, droppings and saliva. These excre- serious illness. Its fataEnergyl Maneuverability. Colonel nd July 28, at the Garden Pavilion, retrospect on the Academy Preparatory He spoke of refining the preflight untary shaping programs as needed. tions contaminate dirt and dust that More than 38 percent ofBoyd transformed the way military enrose House, 1661 Mesa Ave. School he took command of in May. course, which was introduced last year. The Air Force starts the 2007 The death of a military retiree on becomes airborne. Humans are infected in Colorado died. Early saircraft, in particular the F-15 and F- State Games volunteers receive a Of the 256 cadet candidates, 62 are “This course is designed to teach force-shaping program with three vacation July 19 at the Academy’s by breathing in airborne particles of the include fever, headach16, deemed by many to be the most Top 3 rewarded for service befor tate Games tee-shirt and meals at the prior enlisted people, another 62 are students how to take personal responsi- tools to lower the number of active Peregrine Pines FamCamp, was confirmed virus in contaminated dirt. severe abdominal, joinsuccessfult fighter aircraft ever built, enue where they handle their assign- duty officers. These three initiatives were designed through application of females. bility for their academic performance,” July 21 as the first fatality related to the Known carriers of HPS in North pain, nausea and vomiti By Ann Patton serving with Top 3.” ments, plus a free ticket to the Opening are Voluntary Separation Pay (VSP), his innovative E-M theory. He could reaffirm his school’s he said. “It includes self-management Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome in El America are the deer mouse, the white- shortness of breath usual Academy Spirit Staff The approximately 120 members have Ceremonies on Aug. 4, at the Colorado Selective Early Retirement Board Following an often turbulent mili- commitment to continually update techniques and specific blocks of instruc- Paso County. footed mouse, the rice rat and the cotton to five days after the e a long list of accomplishments. The group prings World Arena. (SERB) and a fiscal 2007 Force tary career, Colonel Boyd served as (Begins Sunday) programs to provide the best pre- tion on how to study for math, science, There have been 48 cases of HPS in rat. Every rodent within these species, Fluid build-up in the lun For 23 years the Academy Top 3 has instituted the Order of the Sword ceremony To sign up, call Jessica Klem at the Shaping Board (FSB). Under U.S. an unpaid Pentagon consultant where Academy preparation possible. and English.” Colorado between 1993 and 2005, and however, is not necessarily a carrier. to respiratory failure. donated countless hours and talents toward to honor a selected Academy commander ports Corp, 634-7333, ext.1009, e- Code Title 10, the Secretary of the he worked on a new and radical theory “The academic curriculum of the The preflight course is comple- more than 400 cases have been confirmed The Colorado Department of Public The Colorado Depa making life better on and off base. as a leader among leaders, an Airman mail her at: [email protected] Air Force has authority to use these of conflict that, at the time, was mostly Prep School is tailored to meet the needs mented by an academic advising in the United States. The virus got its Health and Environment reports increased Health and Environmen In recognition of the service organi- among Airman. r go on-line at www.thesportscorp.org force-shaping tools. ignored, but now is acclaimed as the of the students,” said the command pilot program, which provides individualized name from the Hantaan River in Korea populations of some rodent hosts of from the time of infectio zation’s contributions, the Top 3 has been The base picnic, now in its third year, nd click on “Rocky Mountain State The VSP incentive will be most influential thinking about conflict who graduated from the Academy with instruction and follow up. Courtesy Photo where the disease was first located. Hantaviruses in some areas of the toms begins ranges from awarded the Academy’s 2006 is steered by the Top 3 and is the only Games/volunteer.” offered to line of the Air Force offi- since Sun-Tzu. His “OODA Loop” a degree in engineering mechanics in See PREP SCHOOL, Page 3 Col. Larry Jones Col. Christian Benjamin, commander state,because of increased vegetation as with an average of two t Distinguished Service Award to be annual event bringing all Academy cers (including judge advocates), theory described the process by which of the 10th Aerospace Medicine Squadron, a result of wetter than usual weather. Deer Rolling up the welco presented during Parents’Weekend Sept. personnel together to enjoy rare down You can find it online and chaplains with more than six an individual or organization reacts to I said he believes the military retiree mice and other HPS carriers are generally vited rodents is the b 1. time. Monday-Friday and no more than exactly 12 years an event. In a briefing entitled contracted the virus after cleaning a not found in urban or suburban settings preventing HPS. Seal u “To be recognized for this award is a “It’s very exciting to take over the N News Feature Sports of service to encourage their sepa- “Patterns of Conflict,” delivered confined space underneath his recre- but in rural or semi-rural Colorado loca- around kitchen cabinets huge honor,” outgoing president Senior picnic. It’s the result of a lot of team work through the years to hundreds of mili- S Learn space, Global engagement Air Force See FORCE SHAPING, Page 3 ational vehicle or trailer. tions. See HANTA Master Sgt. Judy Bailly, 10th Mission with everyone pitching in,” Sergeant Bailly tary and civilian officials, he broke I hits home gets air time Support Squadron, said. “I’m particu- said. do space I See BOYD, Page 4 larly honored to be given the privilege of See TOP 3, Page 4 D News Feature Sports Page 6 Page 20 Page 22 N E New program Strike up DF Instructor I Catholic Mass - 11:30 a.m. S N News Feature Sports I takes off the band new record holder S Rare feat Deployed to a 5-peat! D Page 6 Page 12 Page 16 I for prof different beat E D For more information, call 333-3300. E Page 3 Page16-17 Page 19 at csmng.com Academy Spirit 32 September 22, 2006

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*Easy Living communities include full-yard landscaping. Landscaping and limited snow removal will be maintained by the community’s Home Owner’s Association. Monthly HOA dues vary by community. Exterior of home is not HOA-maintained and is the home owner’s responsibility. **Offer valid for new buyers on new contracts signed at specified Southern Colorado communities on or after September 21, 2006 and on or before September 24, 2006 which close by December 30, 2006. Up to $4,000 can be used toward window coverings and appliances selected at the Richmond American Design Center.***Offer valid for new buyers on new contracts signed on or after September 15, 2006 and on or before September 24, 2006 which close by December 22, 2006. Value and composition of package options may vary by community, plan, elevation and/or location. Number of package options that may be selected and availability may vary by community, plan, elevation and/or location and whether customer elects to obtain financing from HomeAmerican Mortgage Corporation and insurance from American Home Insurance Agency, Inc. Package options may be installed after closing. See Sales Associate for complete offer details. Prices, specifications and availability are subject to change. © 2006 Richmond American Homes of Colorado, Inc.