Polaris 2006 USAF Academy Yearbook by USAFA Association of Graduates

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As our class graduates and ultimate■

adet Wing,

ly departs, another is admitted and

Looking back over

the half-century plus historic cycle

my tenure as a cadet,

continues. It is up to each of you to

it’s nearly impossible to find the

continue making graduates beam

words to explain it all. Since the beginning, many people had said time here would fly by for me,

with pride at the mere mentioning of this fine institution. I have so many people to thank; they cannot all fit here. But heart-

but I never believed them—until

felt thank yous to my ever sup-

now.

porting and understanding family: Mommy, Courtney, Jay, Gramma, and Sampa. To Mighty Mach One,

From cleaning my room past

midnight Friday evening singing the third verse (of what, the Air Force Song?) after many a

it’s been a great time with you all

football game, my recollec-

and hope you will continue to lead

tions from the overall Academy

the wing in every aspect of Acad-

experience are extraordinarily

emy life. To Colonel Curry, Major Raybine, Master Sergeants Rathel

memorable and endless. Sometimes I questioned why we were

and Medsker—I am forever indebt-

doing certain things, but in the end, it was worth it. While at the

ed to you all. Thank you for believing in me when it felt like no one

Academy I learned a great deal in academics, and some exceedingly

else did. Thank you for your faith in me and I promise to make you

valuable life lessons. it! I wish you all the best of luck

proud—and will not let you down. In all honesty, would not be where I am today without the love, support,

as you embark upon your careers

and prayers of these remarkable

as Air Force officers.

individuals.

To the Class of 2006, we made

Classes of

2008 and 2009, learn from the

Go Air Force, Beat Army, Sink

classes before you—identify your

Navy!

strong leaders, recognize the weak among you and work to become the kind of leader you admire.

C1C Trier-Lynn Bryant

To the rising firsties, the Class of

2007—lead the Wing. It’s yours.

Editor in Chief Photo by C4C James Bowron

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Trier-Lynn Bryant 2006

Editor in Chief

Raphael Watson 2008

Layout Editor

James Bowron 2009

Photo Editor

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Jocelyn Mitnaul 2007

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Military Editor

Academics Editor

Lindsay Freeman 2007

Sports Editor

Sam Grey

Kim Duarte

2008

2007

Clubs Editor

Cadet Life Editor

Amber Park 2006 Firstie Editor

Paul Russo

Kassandra Merritt 2007

Squadron Editor

2008

June Week Editor

Academy History Further Revealed

Through Ongoing Commemorative Series This yearbook, the third in a six-edition series, once again

highlights a half century of U.S. Air Force Academy history with a special 14-page insert. This time, we’ve focused on the admission of women to the Academy in 1976 and the first women

graduates, also known as the 80’s Ladies. There have

ince been countless significant accomplishments by female raduates including making the ranks among general officers and holding key positions as Academy leaders including, most

recently, Brig. Gen. Dana Born becoming dean of faculty and Brig. Gen. Susan Desjardins assuming responsibility as the commandant of cadets.

Once again, the Polaris cadet staff has done us all proud in completing this addition to the special collector’s series. The content has taken countless of hours of volunteer time in

shooting photos, conducting interviews, writing, editing, and completing layout and design. Our goal remains unchanged: to improve the quality of content and presentation each year and create a commemorative historical series that will be cherished for many years by those who purchase the six-

volume set.

The Long Blue Line grows longer as we continue to equip future second lieutenants to be leaders of character in the U.S. Air Force. Dozens of them have contributed to the content of this book personifying Service Before Self. They

have served both their peers, and those who’ll follow.

It’s with a sense of great pride we present the 2006 Polaris to you and trust you’ll find a special place in your library to

display it. Please call Cadet Wing Media at 719-333-4644 with any comments or questions concerning the

yearbook.

Ken Carter, Debbie Evert

Polaris Staff Advisors

8 50th Anniversary Series

U S. File Photo

George W. Bush President of the United States 10 Chain of Command

U.S. File Photo

Donald H. Rumsfeld

Secretary of Defense Chain of Command 11

Secretary of the Air Force Michael W. Wynne addresses the Cadet Wing Nov. 3,2005,

following

his swearing-in

ceremony. Photo by Ken Carter

Michael W. Wynne

Secretary of the Air Force 12 Chain of Command

U.S. Air Force Photo

Gen. T. Michael Moseley Air Force Chief of Staff Chain of Command 13

U.S. Air Force Photo

Lt. Gen. John F. Regni

Superintendent 14 Chain of Command

U.S. Air Force Photo

Brig. Gen. Susan Desjardins Commandant of Cadets Chain of Command 15

“It takes close coordination with the Army to obtain maximum misuse of air power

Gen. Carl A. Spaatz

U.S. Air Force Photo

Col. Gary R. Woltering 34 18 Military

Training Group Commander

Getting the Job Done s the

Class of 2007 ready

to lead the Cadet

Wing

after the Class of 2006

tasked with guaranteeing

more than

cadets receive the necessary

the T-38, A-10, and F-117A

3,700 hours in

of his job is vital to the overall accomplishments

education, training, and

aircraft, in addition to more

of the cadets who will soon

graduates?” asks an energetic

inspiration in order to serve

than 100 combat hours in

lead the U.S. Air Force in

and inspirational voice.

as Air Force

Operations ENDURING

service to our great nation.

officers.

“Of course, Sir!” answers

Woltering is a graduate

FREEDOM, ALLIED FORCE,

He is known throughout the

C2C Ruth Afiesimama as

of the University of Georgia,

SOUTHERN WATCH and

Cadet Wing for having high

she glances over to answer

where he was a distinguished

PROVIDE COMFORT.

expectations and for being

Col. Gary R. Woltering,

graduate of the Air Force

It is no surprise to find

Commander, 34th Training

ROTC program. He has

Group. He ensures the professional development,

served as a flight commander,

Woltering sternly, yet lovingly, questioning why

squadron commander,

a cadet may be dressed

discipline, and welfare

weapons officer, and staff

something other than the

of the 4,200 cadets in the

officer for Headquarters Air

UOD (uniform of the day).

development of cadets as they develop as future Air Force officers and is extremely

Cadet Wing. Furthermore,

Combat Command and the

Ensuring standards are

successful in every aspect of

he supervises 37 squadron

Department of Defense. He

met is

his job.

commanders who are

is a command pilot with

extremely well. The success

Col. Gary Woltering keeps it real

something he does

enthusiastic at all times.

Woltering proudly assumes his role in the

C2C Jocelyn Mitnaul

hamming it up in Brig. Gen. John Weidas farewell video.

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Wing Staff

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Photos by C1C Trier Bryant Front Row: John Mann, Peter Dyrud, Shaun Lee, Mark Truxillo, Anthony Illig, Lindsey

Bergeron, Michael Plummer, Rachel Egley,

Alicia Stirewalt, Kaitlin Barlow, Michael Orcutt, Ronald Barnhart, Christopher Oravetz Back Row: Joseph Smith, Shawn Ingkiriwang, Jason Piper, Christopher Taylor, Brent Peterson, Hudson Graham, Brett Black,

Matthew Hatt, Stephen Jimenez, Aaron Schuett, Drew Tullson, Joseph Kreidel, Benjamin Mundell, Cody Holland

First Group Front Row: Spencer Wartman, James

Gilchrist, Lauren Robillard, Peter Theisen, Rhoshonda McGruder, Joanne Pretz, Steven Christopher Back Row: J.P Patino, Ryan

Meiergerd, Roslyn Schulte, Ian Tuznik, Jared Burley, Nick Tsougas, Cameron Schafer

Michael Wetlesen, Patrick Burke,

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Second Group Front Row: Greg Schroeder, Reed Wildman,

Fritz Glojek, Lindsay Grose, Dayle Morell,

Jocelyn Mitnaul, Jahna Haldeman, Wes Indharasophang, Dan Parrish Back Row: Casey Bayne, Ryne Roady, Jeff Coverdale, Daniel Hartung, Carl Corvin, Matt Feucht, Jeremy Putz, Jared Lloyd-Jones,

Brandon Martinez, Andrew Havko

Lt. Col.

Dorothy Silvanic

Third Group Front Row: Nicholas Szala, Johann Pambianchi,

Holly Childs, Caitlin Harris, Melanie Thomasson, Christopher Baran, Jenny Gilford, John Nep Back Row: Robin Herndon, Joseph Zieja, Ross Hobbs, Brandon Murphy, Kemper Wagner, Seth Spidahl, Sean Andrews, Robert Lantz, Samuel de la Rosa, Shawn Green, Regan

Tillman

Lt. Col.

Richard Dolonzo

Fourth Group Front Row: Nick Shelly, Willie

Lloyd, Liz DeLauer, Eddie Ortiz, Anne Williamson, Jesse Rogers,

Janelle Hyde, Lee Thompson, Ryan Gavina, Ben Osier Back Row: Mike Wetherbee, Jahmil Edwards, Travis Anderson, Mike McKenna, McAllister Gentry, Matt

Laney (center), James Buchanan, Clay Noyes, Bryan Gibbs, Black Nixon, Tim Pendergrass

Lt. Col.

Steven Schlumpberger

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Back Row: Daniel Helland, Brian Leen, Caleb English, Joe Samek, Lawrence Hufford, Andrew Gray, Jon Wilson, Matt Hatt, Rob

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Kunesh, Lindsey Kirchhoff, leva Kuzminaite, leva Bagdziunaite, Jeremy

Chang,

Tanya Dubiel, Giovanna Espegio, Bryan Lawson, Rey Ortega Alicea Back Row: Christopher Campbell, Douglas Templeton, Ryan Meiergerd, Colin Lohr, Richard Mickelsen, Jacob Ashmore, Jameson Voss, Lance Anders, James Robbins,

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Second Group Front Row: Brandon Dues, Clyde Cross II,

Barbara Myers, Jdl Adamek, Rachel Adams,

Lindsay Gross, Kathy Rakel, Colleen Galloway, Kevin Goulding Back Row: Heather Barrington, Nate Smith, Craig Lieb, Dan Stephens, Carl Corvin, Anthony Stinton, Marc Marmino, Derek Bell, Matthew Manship, Mike Harter, Steven Lewis

SMSgt. Thomas Fredricks

Third Group Front Row: Regan Tillman, Edward Salazar,

Nicholas Szala, Jenny Gibson, Coogan Vick,

Margaret Frash, Mary Nhan, Sarah Stampher, Elizabeth Brende, Kelsey Hayward, Chris Goshorn Back Row: Daniella Heller, William Graff, Geoff Carrigan, Eric Dorsey, Arianne Morrison, David Schulker, Nic Skordas (middle), Kemper Wagner,

Hudson Graham, Greg Kirkwood, David Scott,

George Moore, Samuel de la Rosa

SMSgt. Mike Graham

Fourth Group Front Row: Jonny Hoang, Bill Albert,

Alicia Peasley, Chris Gamble, Chad Reger, Liz Taylor, Amber Collins, Lauren Bursey,

Gail Watling, Chris Culver, Danny Weeks Back Row: Tim Pendergrass, Jordan

Omstead, Adam Dyke, Trey Rowe, Chappy Chapot, Dave Jenkins, Cal Gentry, Mike Graff, Toni Horrell, J.D. Wooten

SMSgt. Steven Pascuzzi

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Cadets Focus on the Practical ile it may seem that most Air

Force Academy

cadets get little time in “the Real Air Force,” they have the

opportunity to participate

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in various programs to get

them ready for what is to come. One of the

programs

upcoming three degrees must participate in is Global Engagement. It is important most

for future Air Force officers to understand not

only the

process of a deployment, but

also the logistics and hard

work that goes into such an endeavor. The first few days of the

10-day program are spent learning about three separate fields instrumental if a

deployment occurs. Enlisted members from security forces, services and civil engineering

take one day each to teach cadets the basics and demands

of their career fields during

a deployment. The focus of security forces is to provide protection for convoys as well as the newly-established base. teach tactical movements They

as if on

patrol and firing

maneuvers in case of an

operations even under the attack,

either on base or the convoy.

pressure of an attack. Services, another extremely

Cadets learn the hierarchy of

important facet involved in

fire teams and how to conduct

any deployment, teach cadets the importance of human

relations and providing the essentials. Whether

making meals three times a day for troops or setting up bathrooms and showers,

the work is of utmost

importance to sustain an equitable, suitable, and livable workplace. Other tasks services undertake are the mortuary,

library, and recreational activities.

Lastly, civil engineers teach cadets how to provide essential support when arriving at the bare base. Upon arrival, cadets set up tents and other facilities as well as construct a

An element from

runway.

Alpha flight completes the first day of security forces training.

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Above: A-4 paid their dues and are

ready to go home.

Right: A-4’s second in command stands guard on exercise day.

They solve the logistical nightmares so that operations may run smoothly and safely. “Global Engagement gave me a better understanding of what an actual deployment might be like; sometimes it was intense, other times it was waiting in preparation, knowing that something dramatic was about to come your way,” C3C Chris Szabolcs said. “Overall it wasn’t the most enjoyable program, but more importantly, it was an experience worth going through. “If I get the chance, I would like to be a cadre for the

opportunity an

program because of the help others and make it

overall better experience for them and

myself.” After three days of acquiring knowledge, cadets are sent out to the woods to set up a

bare base. For five days, cadets actively

participate in each field getting experience as if they really were deployed. Security Forces seems to be the most popular since cadets get to use M-16s with blanks and MILES

(Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System—like laser tag) gear. Cadets dig trenches to protect the base and friendly fire helps ward off potential enemies. By the end of the five days cadets have gained a wealth of knowledge and may be able to understand a small part of what a real Air Force deployment might be like.

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Trier-Lynn Bryant pose in front of a FI-60 while flying with the 33rd Rescue Squadron. Below: C1C Jesse Rogers gets an upclose view of a refueling during his incentive ride. Bottom: The 67th Fighter

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While on the island, we

Japan. Taking an Air Force rotator from Seattle, WA,

enjoyed the comfort of the 67th Fighter Squadron, 33rd Rescue Squadron, and 909th Air Refueling Squadron. The people from these organiza-

Force spent at Kadena AB,

leg, flying into beautiful and majestic Okinawa, Japan.

and landing 12 hours later

tions showed us the greatest

in South Korea during an

exercise at Kunsan AB was

hospitality, including taking us to beaches, sights, and an

interesting, needless to say. As we were landing, dozens

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occasional club. In addition to their

off-duty dedication, they also provided several of us with rides on the F-15s, MFJ-60s, and MC-130s at the

base. We learned a lot about our

Cadets pose on the beach at Okinawa. The white sand and warm blue waters were a treat

from the cold mountains of Colorado.

Left: during WWII all the Okinawan ancient temples were ruined. Cadets visited this recreated Okinawan throne. Below: Ops Air Force cadets pose in front of the wing

commander’s F-15 during their stay with the 67th Fighter

Squadron.

great Air Force and the type

ARS. While there, I served

of people to expect.

as a fuel resources officer

I was fortunate to par-

augmentee. The relaxed and

ticipate in activities with the While with the 67th FS I

family-like atmosphere in the tanker squadron was one to be embraced. I felt right at

served as a scheduling officer

home there and am extreme-

augmentee where I helped

ly thankful to have enjoyed

schedule the busy week of

the time with them all. The

one of the most active

Kadena experience was

67th FS and the 909th ARS.

fighter

It was there I learned how

highlighted by exposure to the on-base squadrons. But

complicated and intricate

it had to end, and unfortu-

the life of a scheduling officer could be. After spend-

nately it was with a 16-hour trip directly from Kadena to

ing time with the 67th FS, I

LAX, CA.

squadrons in the Pacific.

went to serve with the 909th

C1C Jesse Rogers

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fter a long, tedious journey with

delays and frustrations, 19 cadets arrived at Ali Al Salem Air Base in

Kuwait. We were anxious to dive into

getting our hands dirty. The area was dry and stretched endlessly with sand. Bedouins roamed the outside gates with camels and sheep, enhancing the richness of the surrounding culture. Temperatures reached 130 degrees at times, and required drinking out of an endless supply of water bottles to ensure hydration. Cadets were assigned to flight line planning missions, readying C-130s while covering themselves in grease and grime. We also served the medical department to help evacuate critical patients needing immediate assistance, or to any of the numerous areas of the base that required our assistance. With a straight-forward lifestyle, full of work and scarce resources

for play, we made the best of our

deployment. With daily

gym visits, popular weekly BINGO games,

midnight 5K road races in 100-degree weather, and events like the Firemen’s

Challenge to prove the deployers’ worth, there was always something to do. We knew what to expect. We

knew they would see firsthand what the fight for Operation Endur-

ing Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom Kevlar helmets and bulletproof vests were loaded on and off planes, leading both

were all about.

men

and women into harms way; we were no Ion-

ger in the sheltered atmosphere of the Colorado Rockies. It was a chance for cadets to see the

interaction between the armed services: the

die-hard attitudes of the Army, the intrinsic motivation of the Marines, and the ever-

enduring dedication of the Air Force. The anything cadets typically are able to experience. When the people and the mission are real, your home is a simple tent and the vision of returning team cohesion was unlike

home starts to set in, you know there is more to the Air Force than

marble strips

and SAMI beds. C2C Ruth Afiesimama

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Cadets Deploy to

"Sandbox"

Above: Cl C Liz DeLauer and Jeff Lucy assist the loading of medical patients on their way to German

hospitals.

Below: C1C Justin Taylor gears up onboard a

C-130 heading to Kuwait.

Photos Courtesy of C1C Elizabeth DeLauer

Above: Although you have to wait for what seems like forever j or your smallpox scab to fall off

before you can hit the water, being in Kuwait is not always a bad thing. Short breaks equal time to hit the

pool deck for ClC Justin Taylor, Liz DeLauer, and Kenon Thompson.

Below: A group of tanks removed from the Road of Terror. A bold sign of Kuwait’s historical past.

Above: Though our dram-

edary friends are no longer used in battle, they are still a common sight in the desert. Right: Heller watch your hoots, you never know what's in them!

Left: Ordnance I mining,just another part of everyday life.

Triple Threat... Mixed Bag of Tricks T

he Triple Threat is a

The uniform inspection

welcoming gift. Well,

is a change from standing at

sort of. It welcomes the

parade rest inside to standing at parade rest outside. This year’s Triple Threat was a particularly sweltering day. The inspector’s heels clicked

freshmen to their new lifestyle at the Air Force

Academy, and

it welcomes back returning

cadets from their summers of freedom. A Triple Threat consists

of a Saturday Morning room

Inspection (SAMI), a uniform inspection, and a parade. All

in front of each cadet and

she slowly begin to examine every inch of the uniforms and

overall appearance. As the sun shone brightly,

these occur back to back. It is very demanding on the

minds and bodies of cadets,

especially when most of them spent the night before cleaning their rooms meticulously and ensuring their uniforms are flawless. The SAMI includes standing at

parade rest for more than

it served as a spotlight for

graders to notice the smallest thread hanging from a button or a slight scratch on a shoe. Squadron by squadron, cadets were perfectly sized and dressed in neat rows and columns. When the

uniform inspection came to

end, cadets were exhausted

an hour as their rooms are

inspected. Usually the one spot overlooked is the only one the grader specifically checks for dust. The inspector’s crisp white gloves and clipboards of grade sheets can be quite intimidating.

Unfortunately, the day’s activities are not completed. Fatigued and pessimistic, cadets realized one event remained: the parade. Similar to other parades,

Above: Gradingfor the In Ranks Inspection proves to be a critical task

for

these inspectors.

Right: Mach One leads the way in the Triple Threat Pass and Review.

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cadets formed up on the Terrazzo and marched down to the

parade field. After a few minutes of marching and a couple flanking movements, cadets participated in the pass

The perfect order displayed in this closet sets the standard

for closets across the Academy.

and review. The feeling of accomplishment after such an extensive

and demanding day was

unparalleled. Cadets either slumped to their rooms where they slept for hours or quickly changed clothes and signed out to spend the rest of the weekend far away from USAFA. C2C Jocelyn Mitnaul

Below Right: C2C Thomas Bihansky’s

military drawer exceeds standards. Below Left: After a

night of cleaning

and preparing, C4C Roberta Nitzberg an-

ticipates the results of her first Triple Threat weekend. Bottom: The Cadet

Wing remains in place for the first Triple Threat parade of the year.

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good question most often asked of jumpers: “What’s skydiving like?” The

best response that comes to

their waking lives in the CE

study room. One of our favorite team

members loved the Academy so much he even came back

for fifth period class on his

mind is that it’s not quite

wedding day. Who could forget Dr. Trey? Maybe Trey “Martec” Williams and

like anything else. The

Mike LaRoche will end back

sport attracts a wide range

up at the 98th training the Wings of Green some day.

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The fall competition team

than anywhere else. We have

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Woody Olmstead, whom you might never picture jumping out of a perfectly good airplane and others

collegiate dive pool. Our two Asian teammates didn’t find

A member of Wings of Blue sort of

repacks his parachute.

skydiving ESP. We’ve

I’m pretty sure were born

sister until this past year.

in freefall like C1C Mike

After one of the demo

volunteer for a demo. C1C

Coleman and C1C Matt Tuchscher. We’ve got guys

dawgs broke a few bones in

Joss Martin loves to stalk

his hand, he learned how to

stegosauruses with his bow

out

they

were

brother and

who don’t waste much effort

hook it like a pro right over

and arrow. And watching

with their 2.070 GPAs and

the target. The four-way

C1C Tanner Gibson and

those who spend most of

teams have

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developed some

each other is almost a sport in itself.

We’ve all made our share of mistakes, from

“going long” at air shows, gift-wrapping goal posts, or popping smoke while showing the officers how to rig it without the safety pin.

The stupid moments are the ones we’ll

always remember.

Our class didn’t get off to a great start our Wings of

Green year. After returning

from spring break in Gila

Bend, Ariz., the Air Force’s Otter fleet was grounded

because of maintenance issues. Instead of upgrading as

jumpmasters, we signed

off foosball moves in our

training records. We came down to the airfield anyway,

just because the team has so much more to do with

people than it does about anything else. It took an amazing summer of teaching AM-

490 and a late October blue

suit ceremony to convince

ourselves we were actually

part of the team. Even the rebels who wouldn’t shave their heads at spring break

caught on that we had stumbled into something you couldn’t find on the hill a genuine and purposeful -

mission, a tightly knit family, and real tradition entrusted to those who have earned it.

The rewards have been

amazing. Being able to see my classmates fling their

pink bodies out of the plane, knowing only what I taught them, is immensely gratifying. The thrills of jumping into the Fiesta and Rose Bowl and winning the competition accuracy gold medal in front of

dozens of cheering fans are unmatched. I feel so blessed to be surrounded awesome

by such

group of people

with such an exciting job. It’s

Above: Wings of Blue jumpers steer to land as they practice for an upcoming

show. Inset: Mission accom-

been a heck of a ride. Blue

plished! A successful jump for C 1C Lance Anders, C2C

Skies...

Shane Weeks, and West

C1C Tripp Johnson PTWOB #274

Point exchange cadet C2C Dennis Edwards.

A jumper makes a remarkable landing, hitting his target with perfect precision.

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Soaring to New Heights

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he Air Force Academy has the largest and

most active soaring operation in the world producing 33,000 sorties annually. The 94th FTS operations can be divided

into three components: AM251 “Soar-for-all,” AM-461

Instructor Pilot Upgrade,

and Advanced Soaring

Operations. Up to 1,400 cadets per year get the chance to experience basic soaring

through AM-251 with the goal of soloing a glider in 15 or fewer flights. For most cadets this program is their 34 Military

first flying experience, ever

motivating them toward careers as Air Force pilots. The limited syllabus provides both a challenging and rewarding experience as cadets seek to earn their solo

wings. AM-461 is a much more

comprehensive course involving an average of 80 training flights before cadets become instructor pilots and earn their “G-wings,” the distinctive insignia worn by cadet soaring instructors. The “G-wings” are the same as those worn

by US Army Air Corps glider pilots during WW II. Cadet instructor pilots have worn them since December

1998 when the Academy

Superintendent and the National WWII Glider Pilots Association approved their use

by cadets.

Cadet instructor pilots

play a pivotal role in the soaring program, providing 95 percent of the glider training, sacrificing much of their time during the week and on Saturdays. Cadets currently fly three different types of gliders: the Blanik TG-10B, TG-

10C, and TG-10D. The

yellow ‘Bravo’ is the primary trainer for both AM-251 and AM-461. The ‘Charlie’ is

primarily used for acrobatic and spin training and the ‘Delta’ is the single-seat cross country glider.

Soaring high above a winter wonderland. teams that compete across

the country. The acrobatic team learns to do

precision

flight performing maneuvers such as loops, snap rolls, inverted flight, and spins. The cross country team races

against other gliders for distance and time, staying aloft for five hours or more and covering 100-200 miles in a single flight.

Soaring instructors enjoy their work on the competition teams, but the most rewarding aspect of the instructors’ work is

seeing their hard work put into action as they watch a student take a plane solo for

C3C Ben Matalino checks the

the first time.

tow line in

Photos by C1C Thomas Freema

front of a glider while

the tow plane moves to straight2006 Polairs Staff

en out the line.

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pilots who demonstrate high motivation and skill are chosen for either the

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Until last year, the

meaning of what it is

include reveille and

discharge, their thundering sound ripping across the

Honor Guard operated

to be a team, and hold

retreat, funerals,

separately from the

their fellow teammates

retirements, firing

Sabre Drill team

in highest regard.

utter silence. Another

which was founded in

The Cadet Honor

command, and they

1961, also by cadets,

Guard has the oppor-

parties, ceremonial flag foldings, color guards, special requests,

fire once again. One

tunity to represent the Academy in many places, not only in the

The team takes pride

shots completes the

seeking highest standards of the Academy. Now a

most sacred and

combined team, there

United States, but all

with these duties and

meaningful of honors

are 51

that exists in the U.S.

classmen not included)

Military—the 21-gun salute, accomplished by

currently

members of a dedicated and disciplined firing

standards, humility in

party. This is the

serving, and long-lasting

final volley of seven

uphold the

cadets (fourth

over

the world. They

and many others. in being entrusted

responsibilities becau se

have traveled to—and

of the immense amount of heritage and tradition

The Honor Guard

placed in—many drill competitions in

strives for excellence in

locations such as Tulane

the team.

University, Germany, England, California,

behind them. Governed by a commitment to excel-

lence, a devotion to

United States Air Force

duty, and the axiom

Academy Cadet Honor

“To Honor with

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Guard. The Cadet Honor

ca ma raderie

through

a small but devoted

and many others. In

addition, it is considered the team’s greatest

group of teammates. A commitment to

honor and duty to be

integrity, service, and

able to work with the

the new Honor Guard

excellence set the Honor

colors that are symbol

Commander.

Guard apart at all the

of our country.

Guard started a new year with Cadet 1st Class David Poland as

drill meets and events

The Honor Guard

founded by cadets

and inspires respect

participates in many

in 1974 to function as an

and awe in all the

events and ceremonies

exhibition unit and to

honors they perform.

represent the Academy.

They represent the true

important in the U.S. Military. Such events

The Honor Guard was

Dignity,” the men and women of the Cadet Honor Guard

dedicate their time and

energies to the service of the Cadet Wing and their nation, including both its citizens and

servicemen. C2C Child Win ner

Class of 2009

Earns Place in History

ifty years ago the first class of men paved “The Long Blue Line” as Air

Force Academy cadets. On June

30, 2005, almost 1,400 civilians

D9BasicCdetTrng20

stepped on to Academy grounds. The Class of 2009 also entered Basic Cadet Training (BCT) as one of the largest classes since 1988. Unlike the Class of 1959, though, 244 females in-processed to take their slots as basic cadets. Basic cadets were shuffled

here and there throughout their first days of BCT to get their hair cut, teeth examined, height

and weight measured, and

other activities too numerous to mention.

Hygienic changes

included female cadets not

having to get their hair cut two inches from their heads and the

administration of a tuberculosis shot. In less than 24 hours from

its arrival, after taking the

oath of allegiance, the Class of 2009 transformed from almost 1,400 individuals into one team, declaring what may have been the most important

commitment they’ve ever made. The outing of the Pikes Peak or Bust

Rodeo came on the first

mile march was the longest in recent

history, but few basics

fell out of formation. After setting up tents in

Jacks Valley, cadre barked orders and instructed basics how to erect the 90 tents

Jacks. Basics applied newly

cadets might not have known

acquired teamwork skills as they opened tent diapers, put up poles, and hammered in

they had.

stakes.

Care, which previously was

Challenges such as

The combat exercise was new to First Aid and

Buddy

limited to first aid training

Assault, Leadership Reaction, Obstacle, and Confidence

alone. It gave basic cadets a

needed to house basic cadets and cadre for 13 days in

courses tested skills basic

learned in this and the Ops

chance to assimilate the skills

day of 2nd BCT a day formerly reserved for Doolie Day Out. In the past, basic cadets

called home from a sponsor’s

dwelling, but since Doolie Day Out was moved to the end of

BCT, the schedule was changed to allow the basics a

quick call

to say hello to their families.

The march to Jacks Valley marked the beginning of 2nd BCT. The symbolism of the

march explains it all: leaving the hill in formation to enter to a new, unseen frontier. The 7.8

A family says good-bye to their loved one.

Cl C Eleanor Kunesh explained basic ture cadets.

38 Military

life to these fu-

Warrior course where they

learned to maneuver in a

With serious expres-

combat environment.

sions, Basic Cadet Genelle Martinez and

The Jacks Valley

experience culminated in the Sweepstakes, a one-day competition in which the

her fellow squadron

members realized the

importance of their oath.

Basics demonstrated many of

their new skills. After experiencing 13 days of record heat, Jacks Valley was hit with a torrential rainstorm. The rain forced the Warrior Run to

become the Warrior Bus Ride as basic cadets rode yellow school

buses back to the hill. Once back at the dorms, basic

cadets unpacked and headed

straight for the showers. It took some days, and for others weeks, but soon all erased the smell of

“basic.” With the long, grueling days

of BCT behind them, the newly

accepted fourth-class cadets embarked on their first day of life as a U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Aug. 9. With 1,387 days until graduation, the completion

amily and friends over the chapel wall, and basic cadets alike

renewed their commitments to support and

defend our

nation.

of BCT marked the start of a

completely different challenge: surviving the fourth-class year. 2005 BCT Staff Basic cadets stood at attention even at the

Port-o-Johns.

Military 39

FTX was a learning experience for all who

he 2005 Commandant’s Chal-

participated.

three-day

lenge training exercise that challenged cadets physically and mentally and encouraged was a

excellence in individual and team

performance. The event began with a mandatory sit-down lunch at Mitchell Hall where Brig. Gen. John Weida gave an inspiring message from the staff tower. The first event, which

“It was a great leadership experience to see r

how the actual Air Force Rules of Engagement

work,” said Cadet 1st Class Chris Goshorn, FTX

Cadet-in-Charge. The Centrifuge was the final event of the Challenge. It consisted of a series of events in which squadrons faced significant mental and physical obstacles. ‘Our squadron was the last team to finish the swimming portion, but the first out of the pool be-

competency

cause we answered the

test, proved to be a

problems so quickly,”

true trial for many

said Cadet 2nd Class

cadets.

Lauren White.

was a

“The test was

The Comman-

very challenging, and it tested my

dant’s Challenge

knowledge in all aspects,” said

last occasion stand-

Cadet 2nd Class

and their Thanks-

Casey Bayne, CS-

giving break. The culminating mo-

out-brief was the

ing between cadets

18.

The following

ment was the an-

days consisted of

nouncement of the

several events, in-

overall winning

eluding drill evalu-

squadron: CS-18. All squadrons of the Cadet Wing

ations,

wing-

wide SAMI (dorm room inspection), a parade, Falcon Feud competitions, and the Centrifuge. Field Training Exercises (FTX) took place in Jacks Valley. Teams from each squadron performed in a number of events, including tent

realized their efforts had paid off. Cadets burst from every possible exit in Clune Arena as

they scattered to lo-

cal airports to fly home and enjoy a well-earned

Thanksgiving break.

a Combat Res-

set-up, cue Course, and CATM

(combat arms).

C2C Jocelyn Mitnaul

“Each cadet had 30 rounds and the target was

15 yards away,” said

Cadet 2nd Class Michelle

Dieringer, a CATM cadre member. “Still, some cadets failed to hit the target success-

fully once.” Photo by C3C Blake. Wong

ost

people would

probably expect some sort of article reflecting back on the return of pK. Recognition and its impact on the various classes here at the Academy. It was definitely a tradition here at the Academy, and bringing it back certainly pleased some Grads; but was it necessarily a good thing? Most Firsties agree: yes, it was a good idea to bring it back. One Firstie brought up a different point of view: Do the freshmen in the class of ’09 really understand what it was all about? They wear shirts that state their Prop and Wings were earned, not issued; but some Firsties wonder if they really understand the significance and importance of Recognition. There is no reason to hold it over the heads of classes ’07 and ’08, for their first years were during a transition time to help the Air Force and the American public recover from the devastating blow of scandal. The past few years have been trying times for the classes of’07 and ’08 but the pendulum has begun to stabilize with the return of Recognition. The class of’09 will be an asset next year, but they will also have to rely on the lessons learned by the classes of’07 and ’08 in the planning and execution phase of Recognition, and for good reason, because as one Firstie pointed out, the class of’06 was not involved in the planning of Recognition; they simply went through it. How can one plan a successful event, if they did not see the planning side of it, but instead merely went through it? Still, the classes of’06 and ’07 did do a phenomenal job according to most in the planning and execution of Recognition. Many agree that the courses should be scaled back, and more time given to the squadrons because that is where the freshmen are given the most personal attention. It is important that they bond with their squadron members and with one another during these difficult few days. Overall, a general consensus among Firsties showed that they were pleased about the return of Recognition. “It was nice how this entire place just stopped for three days to focus on the freshmen. Everyone wanted it to be an awesome experience for them.” C1C Kat Bushey said of Recognition. C1C Jen Hatch agreed with her, saying “even people who normally did not come out to train freshmen were out in the hallways and helping out, excited and wanting to -

make sure it turned out well.” As for the freshmen this was considered to be one of the most memorable events of this year. The most powerful part, according to C4C

Alessandra Horban, Lauren Choate, and Jane Hwang, was when they walked down the hallway after their name was called, and upper-class cadets saluted them in

recognition of their accomplishments. They were proud, and they felt accepted Looking to the future, should Pinnacle and/or Commandant’s Challenge be kept around? Most feelings were one sided on this issue. Many upper-class cadets agreed that keeping Pinnacle with Recognition was packing way too much in to the end of the second semester. With finals approaching, Firsties getting ready to take off for their Air Force careers, AETC preparations, BCT preparations...it causes the cadets as a whole to burn out and lose motivation. The training event of Pinnacle is not necessarily conducive after Recognition, because the idea of “team building” when the freshmen are going to be moving squads regardless, really has little effect. Keep the Commandant’s Challenge, if you want a true “team building” activity for the fall; then you end up with one training event per semester. Therefore, the freshmen are in their new squadrons before Recognition for the and therefore motivated to make the Air Force Academy a better place.

new freshman class.

As Recognition culminated,

the debate over training and change escalated. We are only left to ask: Where will the Academy be in two years?

What direction will the

pendulum swing?

“The aim (of education) must be the training of independently acting and

thinking individuals who however can see in the service to the community their highest life achievement.” ,

-Albert Einstein

'Silent Achievers' Make Big Impact W

centered,’ focusing on what faculty teach,” Born said.

ith one academic year behind her, Brig. Gen. Dana

“We wanted to move closer

Born is proud of what she

and the dean of the faculty

tered’ or ‘learning focused’

team achieved.

academic program. This

being a ‘learning cen-

means renewed focus on

“The majority of credit goes to all the ‘silent

what cadets learn (knowl-

achievers’ in the dean of the faculty mission ele-

edge) and how the cadets develop (skills and atti-

ment,” the 1983 Academy

tudes).”

graduate said. “While al-

Although it sounds simple, the general was

most all the national atten-

tion was focused on a few

confident it would take the

trouble areas, our people

Academy to the next level

continued to perform their

of excellence.

duties with skill and profes-

The dean stressed the

sionalism. They refused to

need to institutionalize im-

be distracted as they con-

provements already made.

tinued their efforts to educate our next

“As we continue looking

generation of

forward, we must ensure

leaders of character.”

The Academy faced issues

don’t fall back into

those traditions and ways

concerning sexual as-

of doing things that need to

sault, sexual harassment, and religious respect (or

stay in the past,” Born said.

lack thereof) during Born’s

of the best of our traditions

“We must ensure the legacy

first year as dean.

into the future and embed

Many faculty members were leaders

the improved culture in ev-

in developing

erything we do. That means updating policies and pro-

policies and programs to address these tough issues head on, Born noted. Solu-

grams to ensure we stay focused and oriented on our

tions found here often be-

Air Force.”

came the foundation of Air

Born’s encouragement to

Force-wide improvements.

cadets is summed up in two

With many of the faculty

Photo by C1C John Haiducek

fresh from operational as-

experts in almost every aca-

signments and more than 54 percent of the faculty having Ph.Ds., Academy faculty are well qualified to develop policies and

demic field as well as many

programs that set the pace for future leaders of the Air Force.

“USAFA probably has

people who have proven themselves in operational and support fields. When we

form a cross-functional

team, we get not only a

breadth of expertise but

incredible depth in each area.

Teamwork has been

“Cadets hear that term

ally improve.”

so much

As her second year be-

it may have lost its meaning,” she reflected.

gan, the dean hoped to gain

“What I mean is deliberate

momentum. While some

planning. A small amount of time spent figuring out when everything will get done will pay huge rewards in time saved. Setting pri-

things stayed the same, other things changed. A

cultural shift took place that will change the way

cadets learn.

the most diverse expertise

the key to identifying issues

of any base in the world,”

and recommending a way

the general said. “We have

digm most of us are fa-

ahead to help us continu

miliar with is ‘instruction

46 Military

words: time management.

“The education para-

orities to ensure success is a

skill graduates will use the rest of their lives.”

Debbie Evert

U.S. Air Force Photo

Brig. Gen. Dana H. Born Dean of Faculty Military 47

A Different View E

very semester, secondclass cadets receive the

opportunity to apply

for desiring an exchange semester. Some want to see a different

academy’s way of

for an exchange program.

life, to challenge themselves

They can apply to attend

to meet new a better

people, or to appreciation

either a semester abroad at

gain

foreign military service academy or at another U.S. service academy. During

for USAFA.

Academy cadets either

the 2005 fall semester,

decide to try to cross-

In the end, Air Force

C2C Laura Bouchard,

commission into another

Paul Taggart, Craig Rasley,

branch of service or they

Chrystina Short, Billy Adams, Robin Bergoo, and John Amnah were among the

have a renewed sense of

many who shared a glimpse

more certain than ever

into the lives of cadets at

USAFA is the best Academy

other service academies.

for me,” Bouchard said.

pride and appreciation for their home institution. “I am

that While at Army they take us in as one of their own.

Air Force Academy cadets

have a variety of reasons

C2C Jocelyn Mitnaul

Where did you go

What was the big-

ON EXCHANGE?

GEST DIFFERENCE/

West Point,

U.S. Military Academy.

| What were your

GREATEST SIMILARITY

BETWEEN USAFA AND YOUR EXCHANGE

ACADEMY?

REASONS FOR

INTERVIEWING to go

: ON EXCHANGE? To experience how other

i we work together, to live in

complain about Saturday training, most of it was directly applicable to the jobs they will be doing after graduation. You could also

studying Arabic.

If you did apply AND GOT IN, DO

hear it in the teachers’ voices as many of them told stories

YOU WISH YOU

of their time spent in

WOULD’VE ACCEPT

and Afghanistan. At one time

ED FROM ANOTHER

ACADEMY? While I enjoyed my time

exchange at West Point, I am i happy I made the on

decision to come to USAFA.

48 Academics

you could see it in the

cadets. They wouldn’t

! to continue

USAFA cadets gain an appreciation for the difficult deck-swabbing

urgency at West Point because of the war,

services function and how I another part of the country,

work at Annapolis.

There was definitely a sense of

Iraq

another, nearly all of my teachers had to miss class for a colleague’s funeral. The sense that a war was was

going on

very real and they took

preparation very seriously.

m*' C2C Paul Taggart stands with his host squidy during the Army-Navy game.

C2C Chrystina Short smokes a stogie with a few of the ground pounders.

Please share any ADDITIONAL COMMENTS, COMPLAINTS, INTERESTING STORIES, ETC. ABOUT YOUR EXCHANGE SEMESTER. Another great tradition West Point has are Thursday night spirit

dinners. On the Thursday before Christmas they have an awesome tradition. Early in the evening, the Plebes decorate the entire mess hall.

Every table is immaculate with every decoration imaginable. One even had a full size tree. Near the end of the

meal, everyone stands on their chairs and sings the five days of Christmas. It is so loud as everyone shouts along,

and on the golden ring part, all of the Firsties get especially rowdy and hold up their hands to display their class

rings. Afterward, everyone goes out to the front of the school, known as “the

Apron,” and smokes cigars provided by the plebes. We’re talking everyone goes and the cloud of smoke is so thick from the thousands of cigars. After

that, there are Christmas parties at the Firstie, Cow, and Officer’s Club. It is an

incredible way to end the semester.

West Point has incredible tailgates. Tons of people go and there is a ridiculous amounts of free food and

drinks. Even when Army football was ranked as nearly the worst team in the

nation, they would still party like rock stars at the

tailgates. Interview with C2C Chrystina Short

by C2C Jocelyn Mitnaul

Academics 49

C1C

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50 Academics

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Academics 51

Undeclared, Overwhelmed

rs'NightMajo’

A fourth-class cadet tries his hand at flying in the simulator. Sta-

tistically about half of the students at the Academy aspire for pilot slots upon graduation.

ocket motors,

satellites, and

of the night. Faculty

Force officers during the

members, upperclass cadets and freshmen, undeclared

Most cadets are

overwhelmed having to declare a major within their first few semesters. The annual Majors’ Night offered the Academy’s

1,298 freshmen, 400 then undeclared sophomores, and the preparatory school’s

sophomores, and prep school students all had

unique experiences.

Faculty members gave advice and answer questions

throughout the evening. Capt. Chad Carter, assistant professor in the department of law and Major’s

Night

person of contact, thought the night was beneficial for

faculty members and cadets. The funniest comment he

cadet candidates the chance

heard all night was “when

to learn more about the

C1C R. Donaldson told

part of the computer engineering departments

opportunities, requirements,

display.

and adventures available in

the Academy’s 32 academic 52 Academics

Each group attending had a different perspective

robots awaited aspiring Air

Academy’s academic Majors’ Night, held Sept. 15. This night allowed each academic department to showcase its most intriguing features.

A microscopic view of a computer processor was

majors and two minors.

human brain matter,

freshman cadet, ‘If you

major in physics, you will hate yourself.’”

A student touches

Martha, the biology department’s

snake, while view-

ing the department’s display.

Of course, some cadets find technical classes, such

to examine a

department’s

had already established

display. “What’s the worst thing about the legal studies major?” Cadet 4th Class Rudy Bowron inquired. This was a tough question for

their majors volunteered to

Cadet 1st Class Adrienne

physics, more challenging

than other classes.

Upperclass cadets who

answer

questions and offer

Kasoaka to answer, but

information to spellbound

she replied, “I really

underclassmen. Freshmen,

like everything about it.

sophomores, and prep

Sometimes there is a lot of

school students wandered

reading, but it’s interesting

the corridors of Fairchild

and I enjoy it.”

Hall, stopping occasionally

attendees left Fairchild Hall and returned to their

dormitory rooms even more contemplative than before the evening began. Fortunately, for others, their personal academic calling at the Academy became a clear vision. C2C Jocelyn Mitnaul and

Academy Public Affairs

Some Majors’ Night

The engineering

department entices students with loud and flashy display of a solid fuel rocket. a

Academics 53

ACQ:

Prepare, Relax, Play

ademicClToQurtsA

hile most students’

dedicated time on their

academic day at

school work, many cadets

USAFA is guided

devote some of their time

by school, inspections,

to other activities. Whether

intramurals or practice,

it is studying for classes

briefings, and various military

events, Academic Call to

getting away from the daily stress of military and

Quarters (ACQ), becomes a

academic life, ACQ evolves

time where they can relax and

into a time that can be your

finally do what they want.

own.

ACQ is the three-hour period

As C2C Carl Corvin

from 7-10:30 p.m., officially

said, “I really only do

set aside for students to focus

about 15 minutes of actual

their studies before TAPS.

work during ACQ. The

But a walk through the dorms

rest of the time I just sort

at this time of

of stare at my [computer]

night reveals

that much more goes on

screen

besides studying.

what I could be doing right

and think about

For athletes and those

then. I listen to music, too.

actively involved in clubs or staff, this is the only time

Theoretically, I could chat on instant messaging. I also

cadets have to dedicate to

watch movies, sports, or

their homework or get ready

ESPN every now and then.”

for that huge graded review

Most squadrons’ lights

(GR) the next morning. Since

it is especially important

during all hours of the night while people study because cadets find more amusing ways to use

to use this time

their

this is one of the hardest universities to graduate from,

wisely.

are on

Photos by C4C Larissa Swartz Cadet 3rd Class Megan Mueller and friends celebrate her birthday

goofing around blowing bubbles.

designated ACQ time. Every Thursday Cadet Squadron One conducts a morale-boosting class competition like Slurpee drinking contests, for example. In CS-02, “Delta House” cadets hold toga

parties in the Vandenberg

While a lot of people spend

C4C Christina Webb studies hard.

54 Academics

quad. Despite the range of ways cadets spend their ACQ time, one thing is for sure:

this is one of the most

relaxing times in a cadet’s hectic and demanding day. C4 C Desbah Yazzie

Members of the “Delta House” pose between the sheets. Photo by C3C Raphael Watson

Cl C Amber Park, Christine

Knieff, Andrew Janiszewski, and Allison Doeter

get down to business.

C2C Nathan Rieber, C3C David

Dobias Francesco Folino, and C4C Trent Walker race to down slurpees at the

Mighty Mach One CQ (Charge of Quarters) desk.

Photo by C4C Larissa Swartz

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Screaming

the instructor is now the size

their size and trv to

to take a variety of

of a G.I. Joe on the ground

overcome them.

Elective physical

below. By the end of eight

the las*rday is scoted based

equipped to/serve as warriors

lessons, however, each student

on the number of moves

in the world’s greatest air

swimming,

is equipped to successfully

you can execute on your

and space force.

water haze, and Unarmed

complete all the challenges.

opponent. It becomes a

education classes, but they cannot escape

third-class cadets think their

during the two-degree year, combines wrestling, jujitsu,

days of being hazed are

and guts into a defensive

Unarmed Combat, taken

finished freshman year,

over.

However, on lesson

one of

swimming they

affectionately called “Water Haze,” cadets wear battle

to wrestle

In the Water Survival,

dress uniforms over

water and

wrestling have difficult enough time keeping their gi on without having

their swimsuits.

and done, cadets are better

C1C Erin Frazier

of grunts and moans.

Most cadets without prior

alongside their classmates— tiny, cobalt blue swimsuits.

three-minute death match

class to subdue an attacker.

experience in martial arts or

each one wearing matching

The GR on

Although cadets spend furiously kicking through the

find themselves shivering

>■ co if)

Combat I 8c II. Having just

to y to to

platform, when

adets can choose

most of their time

Mjjgf

people twice

Each pushes

off the

CO y to to

wall for a

25-meter

underwater

swim and

for the first

time feels

0 U) CO

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0 to y to to

—ar

the incredible

drag of

the blouse and pants. In another exercise, they

jump off a five-meter $ platform, swim under! a bulkhead, and sprint 50 meters on the surface. The most intimidating

task in this class involves

jumping off the 10-meter board and swimming under the bulkhead.

-pr*e ufMfrese, cadets^ feels dangerously

close to the ceiling,

Basketball class gives cadets a chance to mimic the pros.

One dive off the Ten Meter in the morning is better than 10

cups of coffee.

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other distinguished guests,”

Assembly convened

Behning said.

at the U.S. Air Force

C1C Shane Moran

0) CO

Academy Feb. 6-11. The

was the

topic of the 48th Annual

Academy Assembly was

group commander. “The opportunity to work on the

“United States-Canadian

48th Academy Assembly staff

Relations: Bridging a

has provided me with one

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Common Border.” The

of the best opportunities to

Right Honourable Joe Clark,

lead other highly motivated

former Canadian prime

cadets to provide the best

minister, was the

assembly to date,” Moran

keynote speaker.

said. Approximately 110

Cadets work hand in hand with officers and faculty

members to organize and the Academy Assembly

run

every year. This year’s Academy Assembly director

Q < O

public relations

was C1C Grant

Behning.

delegates from Queen’s College, Concordia, the Royal Military College, and Notre Dame, among other

institutions, participated in orientation sessions,

dinner socials, roundtable

“The Assembly has

discussions, and topic briefs.

provided me with the opportunity to meet the

The assembly staff spent

DQ LI

Canadian Consulate, several

not

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flag-staff officers, and many

discussions and briefings,

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58 Academics

countless hours preparing

only roundtable

but also morale, welfare, and

“It’s a great chance to

recreation events in the local

explore

area, along with several other

often overlooked topic,”

tasks. C1C Jennifer Young

C1C Kevin Hullihan

rather vital, but

served as this year’s MWR

observed. “Due to the

officer and planned

extensive participation from

these events.

outside the Academy, many

diverse opinions are shared,

which really heightens the

quality of the dialogue.” C1C RyanEnlow and C2C Jocelyn Mitnaul

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Around the Clock

onGRCmrIc

5:50 a.m.

5:55 a.m.

Making the walk to Mitch’s for a quick bite before

It’s too early to be in Mitch’s.

the GR.

7:20 a.m.

Finished early and just in time to start the day off right.

60 Academics

5:15 a.m.

5:45 a.m.

The alarm goes off and it’s time to

It takes a while to get going.

get up. Maybe that “letting loose” wasn’t such a good idea after all.

6:15 a.m.

6:20 a.m.

6:30 a.m.

The final trudge across the bridge

Borrowing notes from a classmate. Last-minute cramming may make the difference.

Fifty more minutes, and it’ll all be over.

to Fairchild.

t’s 6:30 a.m., and reveille

common GRs for every

side, the cadets who stay up

way so fresh and cheerful

echoes through the halls

student. While others in

studying into the wee hours

the Cadet Wing are blearily wiping sleep from their eyes and buttoning their blues shirts, those lucky few on GR days are frantically bubbling in scantrons and punching

of the morning now get

first-period class students are not able to score higher

On the other hand, the

the airfield. Everyone now

away at calculators in the lectinars.

positive twist for those sleepy cadets is the usual class period later that day is now a blissfully free 50minute block, perfect for a mid-day nap. Morning GRs

has the same amount of

of USAFA. You roll over,

unhappily awakened from a sound sleep, and notice your roommate isn’t there! Her bed is made, her desk is

straight..., but where could she be at the crack of dawn? And then you remember:

She has a common graded review. In this new era, all 100- and 200-level courses

have mandatory 6:30 a.m.

This policy was instated

only last year, but the Cadet Wing has already agreed pros and cons of the new system. On the negative

on the

even

fewer hours of sleep

before they must recall their

knowledge onto a blank sheet of paper.

than exhausted seventh-

period students who have slaved away the day in extra instruction classes or at

study time and the same conditions; it’s really as fair as a test

administered to

hundreds of students can be. C1C Erin Frazier

also get the test out of the

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Biology Front Row: Maj. Michaela Demboski,

Col. Paul Fisher (Department Plead), Maj. Marcus King,Maj. Jerry Krueger, Capt. Craig Narasaki, Lt. Col. Erick Snellman, Capt. Shawna Bowshot, Dr. Mike Wilcox

Second Row: Dr. David Westmoreland, Dr. Helen Pigage,Dr. Tom Unangst, Ms. Liz Gilbert,Ms. Patti Kryzanowski, Dr. David Marsh (DVP), Mr Alex Sintas, Capt. John McGee,

Third Row: Maj. Brian Freiburger, Lt. Col. Dan Atchley, Lt. Col. Elaine

Doherty, Lt. Col. Steve Black, Dr. David Hale, Mr Gary Moravac, Dr. Don Veverka

esBaicSn enc

Chemistry Front Row: Dr. John S Wilkes, Dr. Paul E

Vorndam, Liz Curry, Dr. Donald M Bird, Col. Michael E Van Valkenburg, Maj. Patrick J Castle, Beth Austria, Lt. Col.

Ronald P Furstenau, Dr. Norman E Heimer

Middle Row: Dr. Joel D Cain, Maj.

John M Garver, Randy RaMs.den, Dr. Kimberly A Gardner, Ralph R Hutchinson, Capt. Aaron M Weiner,

Capt. Lisa H Eggleston, Capt. D’Anne E Spence, Dr. Gary J Balaich, Capt. Travis W Herbelin, Dr. Margaret H Rakowsky Capt. Michelle E Rauch, Capt. Richard F Reich Back Row: Lt Kolin C Newsome, Capt. Mark A Amendt, Dr. Dennis J Tuthill,

Maj. Mark J Dibben, Capt. Jeffrey J Finch, Capt. Todd R Ewy, Capt. Eric S Styron, Dr. Barry W Hicks, Larry Vaughn, Peg WilliaMs., Jane EB Johnson

Computer Science Front Row: Dr. Donald Kraft (DVP), Lt. Col. Leemon Baird, Lt. Col Jason Moore, Col. David Gibson, Dr. Barry Fagin, Lt. Col. Ricky Sward, Lt. Col.

Stephen Cooper, Lt. Col. James Harper Middle Row: Mrs Tina Pratt, Mr

Bill McCrary, Dr. Dino Schweitzer, Dr. Steve Hadfield, Maj. David Wells,

Capt. Scott O'Malley, Capt. Nathan Jensen, Capt. Clint Sparkman, Maj. Meriellen Joga Back Row: Mr Mike Collins, Dr.

Wayne Brown, Capt. Sean Butler,

Capt. Gordon MacMillan, Capt. Charles Mayer

sicSc

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Mathematics Front: Col. D. Litwhiler, Lt. Col. R. Schoojf

Second Row: Lt. Col. P. Szyjka, Mrs. M. Sacchetta

Third Row: Dr.. J. Epperson, Dr.. L. ArMs.trong, Dr.. R. Boedigheimer,

Maj.. K. Ewing, Capt.. D. Finkelstein, Dr.. D. Peterson, Maj.. B. Foster Fourth Row: Maj.. N. Benton, Lt. Col. J. Peer, Dr.. K. Herzinger, Dr.. J. Rolf, Maj.. S. Obermeyer, Maj.. M Lattanzi, Maj.. H. Schreiber, Maj.. T. Mckenzie Fifth Row: Capt.. E. Lewis, Maj.. E Demkowicz, Capt.. S. Naylor, Maj.. R. Wolverton, Maj.. M Turnbaugh, Capt.. S. Clark, Maj.. M. Gaupp, CT (USN) D. Turberville, Maj.. S. Graham, Maj.. G. Ehlers, Lt. Col. K. Burns, Maj.. M. Pokorny, Maj.. K. Yeomans, Capt.. M. Themmling, Maj.. P. Alfonso, Maj.. F. RoDr.iguez, Capt.. J. Carroll, Capt.. J. Hill, Dr.. M. Ghrist, Dr.. M. Brilleslyper

ost

importance of folregulations. If noth-

freshmen understand the rules and

lowing Academy ing else, they simply follow the rules either for fear of getting in trouble again or to avoid having another superior breathing down their necks. Therefore, the following incident was very surprising to me, as a professor of

he is on his way to class.” Second, why is he “just waking up” when my class is during fourth period? And finally, since when can freshmen

sleep during the day?

I realized that while although this incident was a little humorous, I did need to take some kind of disciplinary action. I

decided to just IM the student back since he found such communication to be so convenient. So I went over to my student’s

freshmen students. While taking attendance, I questioned my class, as I usually

do, when I did not know the whereabouts of one of my stu-

computer and IM’d his classmate back. My reply was “Hey, glad you’re awake now...please stop by your AOC’s office the way to class and explain to him why you are late and sleeping [in your dorm room] during my fourth period class.”

dents. In an effort to answer my question, a particular student raised his hand to inform me that the missing cadet had just

IM’d him. My first thought was why is a student logged on

Needless to say, my student arrived in class a little flustered,

to AOL Instant Messenger

enlighten

during my class? He proceeded to

me and said that “Cadet X said he

but well rested.

just woke up and

Lt. Col. Judy Peer

Physics Front Row: Dr. Richard Cook, Dr.. Evelyn Patterson, Lt. Col. Charles Wetterer, Lt. Col. Scott Dudley, Lt. Col. Ryan Haaland, Lt. Col. Tom Spicer, Lt. Col. Mike Dearborn, Dr. Delores Knipp, Dr. Randall Knize 2 nd Row: Dr. Brian Patterson, Mr Fran Pummer, Dr. Devin Della Rose, Ms. Heather Preston, Mr. Dave Hemlock, Dr. Heidi Mauk, Mrs Jeanne Ferguson, Mr George Davenport, Dr. Geoff Andersen, Ms. Bridget McGrath, Capt. Heather Crockett, Dr. Tom Ehrenreich, Dr. Geoff

McHarg, Tom Bowman Maj. 3 rd Row: Maj. Brent Morris, Capt. Dan Polsgrove, Mr Duane Dunlap, Mr Mark Mayer, Maj. Bob Wacker, Capt. Troy Hacker, Capt. Robert Lee, Maj. Doug Young, Dr. Yalin Lu, Maj. Carl Maes ,h Row: Dr. Matthew Bigelow, Dr. Derek Buzasi, Dr. Lon Enloe, Capt. Randy Carlson, Dr. Gabriel Font-RoDr.iguez, Capt. 4

Krista Marchand, Maj. Brian Bailey, Maj. Brian Kabat, Mr. Martin Johnson, Dr. Tctsu Takekoshi, Dr. Borris Zhdanov, Dr. Iyad Dajani, Dr. Gregor Novak

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Aeronautical

Engineering Front Row: Shirley Orlofsky, Dr. Tom Yechout, Dr. Jim Baughn, Dr. Aaron Byerley, Col. Douglas Neal Barlow, Lieutenant Col. Scott

Wells, Dr. Steve Brandt, Lt. Col. Scott Morton

Middle Row: Jerry Stermer, Dr. Martiqua Post,

SSgt Trent Lundell, Capt. Robert Decker, Dave McDaniel, Chris Porter, Maj. Brad Thompson, Lt.. Col. Dave Wetlesen, Capt. Robert Wilson,

ginerEs

Juergen Seidel, Tim Hayden, Stefan Goetz, Marsha Scully, Dennis Kholodar, Capt. Rich Millard, Capt. Charles Hoke, Jim Philp, Lt. Col. Tim Scully, Brian Kinsey Back Row: Dr. Young Sug Shin, Maj. Marc Riviere, Dr. Stefan Siegel, Maj. Steve Brandt, Dr. Suk Young Jung, Capt. Devin O’Dowd, Maj. Michael Tison, Lt. Col. Carl Hawkins, Steve Senator, Fred Porter, Col. (ret) Gene Rose, Ken Ostasiewski,

SSgt Mary Church

Astronautics Front Row: Lt.. Col. G. Yale,

Col. M. DeLorenzo Second Row:

Prof. M. Meerman, Ms.. E. Bruno, Lt.. Col. D. Swanson, Lt.. Col. M. CharLt.on

Third Row: Lt.. Col. D. Miller, Staff

Sgt. M. Wickersheim,

Capt.. C. Chappell, Capt.. D. Barnhart, Dr.. R. Lisowski, Dr.. P. Vergez, Lt.. Col. R. Brown

Back Row: Dr.. K. Siegenthaler, Lt..

Col. T. Lawrence, Lt.Col. S. Waiss, Mr. D. Waite (standing), Maj.. T. Joslyn, Staff Sgt. B. Hazen, Ms.gt P. Maes, Dr.. A. Ketsdever (standing), Maj.. R. Sandfry, Dr.. S. Dahlke, Ms.. L. Kaffne Not pictured: Ms.. Kwi Spinks

Civil

Engineering Front Row:

Capt. Martin,

Lt. Col. Wilson, Lt. Col. Packer,

Lt. Col. Kuennen, Lt. Col. Rumrill, Dr. Pocock, Dr. Jenkins

Middle Row:

Capt. Christ,

Ms. Robinson, Dr.. Manila,

Maj. Donovan, Maj. Bates, Dr. Zuraski, CPT Cronin, Capt. Smits, Ms.gt Nero, Capt. Sloan Last Row: Dr. Won, Capt. Mattes, Dr. Meade, Capt. Millitnan, Capt. Bole, Ms.gt Reihart, Capt. Suermann

NOT PICTURED:

Capt. Crispell, Capt. Kost, Mr. Lobdell

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adet First Class CP was always a bit technically chal-

lenged. What she had going

for her was an

insatiable

spirit and positive attitude. She was on the cheerleading a squad petite person with a real gusto for living. Through perseverance, study, El and a positive attitude she passed the first two of three core physics courses. She took the final class the spring semester of her firstie year, but failed —

the final, and thus, the course. An Academic Review Committee

allowed her to retake the course that summer. The night before the final, she pulled an “all-nighter” and felt confident. She didn’t succeed. Two failures in the same course and barely a 2.0 GPA did

promising for the ARC, but they allowed her another chance. The physics faculty personally committed to ensuring her success. Things looked good at Prog with her high “C.” After hours of El, she passed a “practice” final. Unfortunately, not look

more than four years at

USAFA, she was asked to leave without

a commission or

degree. Luckily, an Academy regulation allows for a “Title 10 Reexamination, which allows for one last chance through taking an all-or-nothing comprehensive exam. In desperation, she applied for and was granted this final opportunity. The physics instructors prepared her and administered a “practice” final. In the past she always passed “practice” finals, but this time they would trick her. On Dec. 23 she passed the “

practice final. On Dec. 24 she was invited to the Dean’s office where she

arrived to see facuLt.y members, her AOC, and her coach. She was then

informed that the “practice” final was actually the real

final which she passed. This was her graduation! She tearfully took her oath and received her diploma. Retired Col. Albert J. Rosa USAF

when the time came to take the real final, she failed and after

Electrical

Engineering Front Row: Dr. Glen Dudevoir, Lt. Col. George York, Dr. Albert Rosa,

Col. Alan Klayton, Lt.Col. William

Waugatnan,Dr. Randall Musselman, Lt.Col. Gregory Toussaint Middle Row: Maj. Jeffrey McGuirk, Mr Horst Kraemer, Mr Richard Speakman, Maj. Allan Arb, Maj. Allan Yarbrough, Dr. Al Batten, Maj. Charles Gaona, Mr Ulf Bleckwedel

Back Row: Ms. Susan Elmore,

Capt. John Porche, Capt. Alan Mundy, Mr Michael Dr.ew, Mr Mickey Schmidt,

Maj. James Wicker, Dr. Kenneth Soda, Capt. Christopher WilliaMs.

Engineering Mechanics First Row:

Maj.. A. Szmerekousky, Lt.

Col. G. Moe, Lt.. Col. D. Hansen, Col. C. Fisher, Lt.. Col. T. Thompson, Lt. Col. D. SoLt.i, Maj.. K. Bearden

Second Row: Mrs. S. Derusha, Mr. K.

Dileonardo, Mr. M. Pope, Capt.. Jason Woodward, Capt.. K. Jones, Dr.. B. Lyons, Mr. E. Larson, Dr.. R. Redfield, Dr.. M. Maixner,

Capt.. C. Davis, Mr. L. Rodine Third Row: Dr.. J. Wood, Dr.. R. Bush, Dr.. S. Dennis, Mr. J.

Logsden, Dr.. D. Jensen, Capt.. J. Averam, Capt.. C. Rasmussen, Capt.. B. Coleman, Capt.. B. Kozola, Capt.. D. Garner, Capt.. W. Volkland

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Behavorial Science Front Row: Lt. Col. Jordan, Maj.

Cooney, Lt. Col. Daley, Lt. Col. Olson, Col. Packard, Dr. Mastroianni, Dr. Caldwell, Lt. Col. Turner, Lt. Col. AnDr.e, Lt. Col. Schwenn

encsSOialo

alSci

encsSOialo

alSci

alScienso ci

Middle Row: Dr. Samuels, Mr. Hartman, Capt.

Schurig, Mr. Damon,

Dr. Jackson, Capt. Ludwig,

Capt. Venters, Capt. Larson, Maj. StoLt.man, Capt. Kajdasz, Mr. Lutes, Mrs. Singer, Capt. McClernon, Mrs. Swanson, Maj. Johnson, Lt. Col. Kemper, Maj. Sayegh, Dr. Yamazaki Back Row: Dr. Katayama, Dr. Clarke, Maj. Speight, Capt. Horton, Capt. Clancy, Dr. McCone, Dr. Foster, Lt. (USN) Dyche, Maj. Meisenhelder, Capt. Skalko, Capt. Guerrero, Capt. Lloyd, Ms.. Neal, Dr. Butler

Economics Front Row: Lt. Col. M. Wermuth, Dr.

T. Barnes, Col. R. Fullerton, Lt. Col. N. Rappaport, Mr. W. Sidebottom

Second Row: Maj. R. Haley, Ms.. C.

Beaulieu, Ms.gtD. Colwell, Lt. Col. B. Rusnak, Mr. E. Saunders,

Lt.CK. Foster, Mr. M. Lucchesi,

Maj. R. Swanson, Dr. T. Koehler Third Row: Mr. D. Portillo, Dr. T.

Haverluk, Capt. J. Joffrion, Capt. G. Johnson, Lt. Col. D. Dr.isCol.l, Lt. Col. K. Hart, Dr. S. Gordon

Back Row: Dr. R. Waller, Maj. B.

Machovina, Dr. B. Linster, Maj. T. Carlson, Lt. Col. J. Cook

Law Front Row: Col. P. Pirog, Lt. Col. L. Cherry

Middle Row: Prof. J. Hertel,

Capt. T. Wright, Ms.. G. LaSalle, Maj. J. Hopkins, Maj. A. Kolenc, Maj.. M. Safko, Capt. S. Jones, Capt. L. LetenDr.e Back Row: Prof. H. Eggers, Capt. J. Wrachford, Maj. D. Warnock, Capt. C. Carter, Capt. S. McKelvy, Capt. J. Rieder., Professor C. Austin, Lt. Col. P. Perry, Prof D. Fitzkee

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Management Front Row: Capt. Joe Suhajda, Col. Kevin

Davis (SMP), Col. Rita Jordan (Head), Lt.

Col. Steve Leftwich, Dr. Kurt Heppard, Capt. Chris Nielsen nd 2 Row: Capt. Rob Mishev, Lt. Col. Mike Stark, Capt. John Dulin, Mr Marshals Grayson, Dr. Jim Lowe rd

Row: Capt. Tom Mulka, Capt. Wendy Volkland, Dr. Cyndy Cycyota, Lt. Col. Ken

Knapp, Capt. Brian Payne, Maj. Mike Haynie, Mr Carl Janssen 4

Row: Dr. Steve Green, Ms. Jean Cooley, Capt. Matt Palmer, Dr. William Jennings, Capt. Melissa Cunningham, Maj. Steve Fraser, Capt. Greg Martin

Row: Dr. Claudia Ferrante,

Maj. Jeff Merrell, Lt. Col. Andy Armacost, Capt. Scott Mitchell th 6 Row: Capt. Carla Sizer, Ms. KC Kelly, Maj. Jim Parco, Dr. Dave Levy

tepping into my first class on T1 as a new junior faculty member started out as a surreal experience. Was I really teaching in a classroom that I sat in a mere five years I going to be able to inspire, motivate, and serve as an Was ago? to example my cadets in the same way that the management department’s faculty did when I was a cadet? Is that cadet already asleep before class has started? As the clock in 4H49 struck 7:30 a.m. and a cadet reported in, I took a deep breath. While butterflies were practicing aerobatics in my stomach that would have baffled Newton and most likely rewritten his Laws of Motion, the only thing I could think was how amazingly fortunate I was to have the opportunity to interact and learn with cadets every day. All four sections that day proved to be exhilarating, and I decided to end each class by asking them a question posed by Mary Oliver from her poem, “The Summer Day”, I hoped they would think about this question each day for the rest of their lives “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”

As I returned to the management department after teach-

ing all of my sections and sat down for lunch, all the faculty members were abuzz and energized about the new semester.

Everyone shared stories about their first day and they all revolved around one thing, cherishing relationships with the ca-

dets. All of us realized that our purpose at USAFA was to enrich each cadet’s life in any way possible. The rest of my first semester reinforced what I felt in my first day of teaching, and the butterflies quickly vanished as I got to know each cadet in my sections.

Every day I looked

forward to the energy and enthusiasm my cadets brought to the classroom and to witness each cadet explore their unbounded

potential. While I hope that my students still reflect on the question I posed to them that first day of class, I could not imagine a better way to live my “one wild and precious life” than to teach at USAFA in the management department. Capt. Rob Mishev

—

Political Science Front Row: Lt. Col. Bidlack, Gen

McCarthy, Col. Murray, Dr. Bolt., Lt. Col. Derdzinski; Middle Row: Dr. Pilch, Dr. Col.etta, Ms.. Richardson, Maj. Arnold,

Capt.

Bowman, Ms.. Hewuse, Lt. Albertson,

Maj. Brothers, Ms.. Sumrell, Lt.C DuMond

Back row: Dr. Campbell, Maj. Jackson, Dr. Anderson, Dr. Carrese, CDr.

Haney,

Maj. Waters, Mr. Rodearmel

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English Front Row: Lt. Col. Edie Disler, Col.

Kathleen Harrington, Dr Richard Lemp, nd Capt Travis Tougaw 2 Row: Mrs Mary Fordham, Dr Ann Reagan, Dr James

Meredith, Prof William Newmiller 3rd Row: Prof Donald Anderson, Maj Lori Davis Perry, Capt Jenny Caballero, Prof Robert Burns 4 th Row: Prof Pam Aloisa, Maj Thomas McGuire, Capt Candice

Pipes, Lt. Col. Christopher Campbell th

5 Row: Maj Kathy Binns, Capt Allegra

Johnston, Capt Thomas Coakley th

6 Row: ProfDurthy Washington, Mrs

Patricia Gonzalez, Dr Ross Gresham h

T Row: ProfJohn Farley, Capt Steven th

MANITESHUlm

McCarty 8 Row: Dr Kyle Torke, Capt th Joshua Johnston 9 Row: ProfNiko Lewis, Capt Eric Ensley th 10 Row: Capt Edward Sheehan Back Row: Capt Jack Niday

Foreign Language Front Row: Lt. Col. Barry Savage, Lt.

Col. Daniel Uribe, Col. Gunther Mueller, Lt. Col. Evelyn Rogers, Lt. Col. Scot Allen

Second Row: Major Sophie Senn, Capt Victor Murrieta, Maj Job Placencia, Lt. Col. Gerhard Weber, Lt. Col. Dario Alcalde, Dr. Miguel Verano, Lt. Col. Michael Muszynski

Third Row: Capt Joseph Muhlberger, Ms.. Haning Hughes, Capt Jose Franco,

Ms.. Stephanie Dewing Maj Lisa Vining, Dr. Mamdouh El-Nady

Back Row: Mr. Victor Nell, Lt. Col. LeAnn Derby, Maj Dora Orenchick, Mr.

Andrzej Pudlo, Ms.. Nancy Skinkle, Ms.. Yumiko Guajardo, Ms.. Angela Brehm, Dr. Katherine Moskver, Maj Bradley Hince, Capt Richard Dodge, Capt Dmitri Kalinin, Maj Paul Howe, Capt Darin Earnest, Maj Kenneth Haueter, Capt Philip Ambard, Dr. Salah Hammoud

68 Academics

History Front Row: Ms. Linda Padilla,

Lt. Col. Robert Carriedo, Lt. Col. Vance Skarstedt, Lt. Col. John Abbatiello, Dr Jeanne Heidler, Lt. Col. Rotidall Rice Middle Row: Capt Meg Martin, Lt. Col. Dave Brosius, Maj Steve Bacon, Mr David Schlortt, Capt Ken Underwood, Dr John Jennings,

Maj Basil Georgiadis, Mrs Lina Skeene Back Row: Capt Wendy WilliaMs., Mr Mike Terry, Maj Chris Rein, Lt. Col. Wes Jolly, Maj Derek Varble, Capt John Roche, Lt. Col. Paul Gillespie, Capt Beth Carpenter

Philosophy Front Row: Capt. Bill Uhl, Dr. Martin Cook, Dr. Rhonda Smith,

Dr. Amy Peikoff, Maj Charles McIntyre,

Capt Constance Orzechowski, Dr. Jim Carey, Dr. Carl Ficarrotta

Back Row: Dr. Jeremy Anderson, Dr. Carlos Bertha, Maj. Matthew Hallgarth,

Col. James Cook

Academics 69

“Winning isn’t everything it’s the only thing.” ,

-Vince Lombardi

Employing a New Chemistry A

things that the non-ICs

familiar face at

same

the Academy

have to,” Mueh stated. “One of

put on a new

my goals is to encourage all our ICs that they need to be lead-

hat Aug. 1, 2005.

ers in

Dr. Hans J. Mueh, a

their squadrons, in their

classrooms, and on their playing

1966 graduate, became

the ninth athletic

fields. They have a unique ‘hero’

director, after serving

status

temporary direc-

they can either abuse or

use to set the

standard; I’m en-

couraging the latter.”

tor for a year. He has

served the Academy

Regardless of the date on the

in a variety of posi-

calendar, the public and media

tions, beginning in

often put the athletic department

1970 as a chemistry

under a microscope. The director

instructor. With short

doesn’t mind the extra attention.

assignments away from

In fact, he says, “Bring it on! I’m

the Academy, Mueh

stayed in the academic

I welcome anyone to look at our

realm for several years

program.” Although Mueh’s current and

primarily in the chemistry department and finally as the vice dean of faculty from 2002 to

future focus is on athletics, he doesn’t forget the balance cadets must maintain.

2004.

How does a man

proficient in chemistry become the head of the Academy’s intercollegiate 27-sport athletic and physical educaso

tion program?

Mueh was a student-athlete, com-

peting in soccer. As a faculty member, he promoted the Academy’s intercolle-

giate sports throughout his tenure. The director still competes in golf, racquet-

ball, handball, and tennis. He has seen his share of changes

since stepping on Academy grounds in 1962.

“I think the Academy has progressed

smoothly through the years with respect to the opportunities offered to cadets,” Mueh reflected. “The biggest

“I am always in awe of the and parachute-train locally—we had none of

those here [when he was a cadet].”

Mueh noted the international programs

making it possible for cadets to experience cultures around the globe and ongoing improvements in the high-tech academic environment. Of the latter, he considers them to be

“truly the best in the world.”

The athletic arena is one of four integrated pieces in a cadet’s life, and Mueh believes the athletic department’s motto sums up the

strength of that arena: Tomorrow’s Leaders Forged Through Competition Today. “Our piece of cadets’ development clearly

fits seamlessly into the ODS (Officer Devel-

opment System) model as we focus on an

Air Force that is ‘Fit to Fight’ and encourages change since my day is the inclusion of he said. fitness,” lifelong physical women into all facets of Academy life, With strengths, however, come weaka move that greatly improved the prod- nesses. uct, our graduating second lieutenants. “There is a lingering perception that the “Other obvious changes have been intercollegiate athletes are different, receive in the airmanship programs with special treatment, and don’t have to do the greatly expanded opportunities to fly

72 Sports

proud of what we do here that

sacrifice our cadet-athletes have to make to do

justice to everything on their plates,” he summarized. “As a former athlete here, I know how difficult it was, and I wasn’t always as successful in the other areas as I would

have liked. It’s interesting,

however, that most athletes are most suecessful during the time they are on-season. I think that must be because

they have to focus and prioritize better to survive.” Mueh thinks of himself as “a people person and a good judge of talent. I try to

surround myself with great people, and let them do what they do best, and give them all the support I can.” He finds that the cadets are the best reason to be here.

“They have kept me young for years, and I am in constant awe of their talent, commitment, focus, and flexibility. They

truly are the best this country has to offer for the future.”

Debbie Evert

U S. Air Force Photo

Dr. Hans Mueh

Director of Athletics Sports 73

ie 50th year of Falcon Baseball saw 18

returning letterwinners, including six starters on the field. Nine pitchers, six with significant starting experience, returned to the mound. Air Force welcomed 10 new players this season. Eight four-degrees and two, two-degrees the team with youthfulness and successhelped ful experience The Falcons fielded their first varsity team in 1957, going 6-9 in 15 games. Seven Falcons have been All-Americans in addition to five freshman

they learned from them playing a competitive Div I sport. I love this sport, I love on the lessons

this team, I love this school and that will always

stay with me.”

Co-captain ClCPaul Pratt feels representing USAFA “means to be a figurehead for excel-

lence.” He has played for the Falcons four years. “Baseball is ‘America’s national pastime,’ and in

keeping with that sentiment we embody everything USAFA claims to be: timeless, a proving ground for forging today’s competitors

All-Americans.

and tomorrow’s lead-

The Falcons’ win-

ers.

ningest season came in

“Baseball has been

1964, when the team went 22-5, good for an

wonderful experi-

ence

throughout

.815 winning percent-

my tenure at the

age. The 1979 team had the most wins

Academy,” Paramore said. “It has brought character-enriching

ever,

going 33-13 for a

.719 winning percent-

lessons to my life,

age. “There is a lot of

work, dedication,

like the value of hard

history for baseball in the 50 years that it has

perseverance, and the thrill of excelling on

existed at USAFA,”

the field.”

said Firstie Price

C2C Mitch Brown

Paramore. “We have

earned Mountain

had successful teams

West Conference

and individuals. The

Pitcher and Player of

biggest legacy that

the Week in February.

USAFA baseball has is the

Catcher Jon Polston returns the ball to the pitcher.

players who have played here. When any graduate thinks back about his life at the Academy, his first thoughts will be about playing baseball with a close-knit group of friends. He will think about the small memories

Brown tossed a one-

hit shutout and struck out a

career-high 11 batters in a 5-0 win against

Colorado Christian.

Compiled from Athletic Media Relations Edited by C3C Raphael Watson

that accompany great teams and they will reflect

FIELDMG DREfifllS

Front Row: Shawn Naugle, Billy Adams, Price Paramore,

Chay Derbigny, Jon Polston, Dustin Smith. Second Row: Jake

Petro, Juan Perez, Andrew Vasquez, Paul Pratt, Matt Musser, Geno Salazar, Kyle DePierre. Third Row: Chrystal Erickson

(athletic trainer), Dr. Don Bird (ojficer representative), Bob Carpenter, Ryan Thompson (assistant coach), Mike Hutcheon (head coach), Lt. Col. Marty Nelson (assistant coach), Nick Arseniak (media relations), Mitch Brown. Back Row: Clayton Couch, Austin Ferreria, Josh Meents, Paul Vignola, Karl Bolt, Casey Allen, Jake Daly, Matt Ghigna

Colorado Christian

W. W

Northern Colorado

5-13

York College

W, W

2-1,4-3

Illinois-Chicago Creighton

10-3

2-9

Notre Dame

2-8

Navy

6-11

Indiana State

5-6

Utah Valley State

W, W, L

10-8, 11-4, 7-11

Northern Colorado

3-7

Wright State Southern Utah

L, L W, L

0-1,0-9 3-0, 1-14

New MexicoW

6-4

Utah

6-13

UNLV

7-9

TCU

6-12

5-0, 2-1

Northern Colorado

3-1

TCU

5-4

Northern Colorado

5-15

New Mexico

L, L

11-23, 3-24

Sports 75

••""he Air Force men’s basketball team took

the Week. They were guard Antoine Hood and

to a new level in the 2005-2006

two-degrees center John Frye and forward Dan

[

intensity

season.

Nwaelele. For Nwaelele, it was his first career

The Falcons won 17 straight at Clune Arena,

extending back to last season, including the latest

award.

Frye felt his individual award was “a great

in front of 6,260 fans--the year’s biggest crowd

accolade for the team as a whole. I wouldn’t be

and the fourth-largest in Air Force history.

it faced fourth-seeded Illinois in the first round.

anywhere without my teammates. They make me the player I am. To be selected over other teams and players in a good conference really makes you feel like your hard work had paid

The Falcons entered the game as a 13th seed in

off.”

The team made its second appearance in the NCAA Tournament in the last three years when

the Washington D.C. bracket. They fell to the

Fighting Illini, 78-69. The Falcons ended its regular season with a

In addition to player of the week, Hood also was chosen to

represent the NABC All-District

13 second team. “All the awards and accolades

over

six-game winning streak and a 63-59 triumph Colorado State. With this victory they

whole lot of anything,” Hood commented,

claimed a school-record 24th win.

“because winning is the ultimate goal in every

Firstie Antoine Hood added a career-high

eight rebounds and five assists as the Falcons beat CSU for the seventh time in their last eight

that come with playing really don’t mean a

game and whatever my team needs me to do to make it happen is my task.”

Missing from the roster was Firstie Nick Welch. He was granted a medical turnback in

meetings. Hood and Colorado State junior Michael

the fall semester and did not play. He had sur-

Harrison were named Mountain West Confer-

gery for a broken left foot in July and another in September to repair a tendon in his left

ence

Men’s Basketball Co-Players of the Week.

This was the second weekly honor for both

recipients in the season. “I always thank God and my precious Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and being player of the week is something I could never have gotten without the help of my teammates as well as our outstanding coaching staff who continue to push to make us better every day,” Hood said. Several players held the honor of being named Mountain West Conference Basketball Player of

ankle. He returned to classes in January and was

granted a ninth semester by the Academy

for academic and military reasons. A familiar name stepped into the coach’s shoes this season. Jeff Bzdelik, the sixth head

coach in Air Force history and the third in three seasons, brought 28 years of coaching experience to Air Force. Compiled from Athletic Media Relations

SERSOn OF IRtERSItY

'TEA/ S BASKETBALL

Front Row: Ben Walker, Keith Maren, Marc Holum, Ryan Teets, Jacob Burtschi, John Frye, Antoine Hood, Matt McCraw, Dan Nwaelele,

Tim Anderson, Eric Kenzik. Back Row: Jeff Reynolds (Assistant Coach), Col. John Andrew (Officer Rep.), Larry Willock (Team Trainer), Capt. Rob Pryor (Assistant Coach), 2nd Lt. A.J. Kuhle (Assistant Coach), Andrew Henke, Anwar Johnson, Matt Holland, Hunter Myers, Adam Hood, Jeff Bzdelik (Head Coach), Tim Stephens (Team Manager), Derrick Clark (Assistant Coach), Larry Mangino (Assistant Coach), Col. James Head (Officer Rep.), Adam Edwards (Strength Coach)

John Frye fights off a

Wyoming opponent.

tough

Northern Arizona

62-49

Miami

57-53

Washington

74-85

UCCS

77-45

Western State

66-44

Navy

64-55

Arkansas-Pine Bluff

63-44

Texas-Pan Amer.

81-68

Northern Colorado

73-48

St. Mary’s College

63-51

Lamar Univ.

73-50

Georgia Tech

54-46

IPFW

77-42

BYU

75-59

San Diego State Wyoming

65-52

50-55

TCU

75-49

Utah

66-44

New Mexico

59-62

UNLV

52-50

Colorado State

71-56

BYU

59-65

Wyoming

62-61

TCU

63-45

Utah

52-51

UNLV

68-55

Colorado State

63-59

MWC Champ : WY

55-57

NCAATourn.: Illinois

69-78

Antoine Hood takes the ball down court for the Falcons.

auard Dee Brown in the first round of the NCAA Tournament

Sports 77

••““tie 2005-06 season was a year of ups and

[ !

downs for the Air Force women’s basketball

how much we are capable of achieving is what keeps me eager to come every day and strive to

team. While the program had achieved its

get better.”

greatest level of success in its 10th season as a

The Falcons swept two opponents for the first

Division I team, setting a program best with 13

time ever as a Division I program. They defeated

wins, the Falcons also endured their share of

Colorado State for the second time this season,

hardships, such as the loss of many of their key

winning 79-65 at Clune Arena in men’s and women’s teams’ regular season finales. Two degree Letricia Castillo and three degrees Pamela Findlay and Lauren

players. “Our depth and strength as a team helped us to overcome our chal-

lenges and finish with

Henderson scored in double

one of the best seasons

digits for the Falcons.

in Air Force history,”

Castillo led the team with

three degree Ellen Jae-

17 points and had three

schke said. “Our team

three-point baskets. Findlay had a solid all-around game, collecting 13 points

is an awesome group,

from the freshmen to the juniors. Hopefully next year, we’ll have

and seven rebounds, to go with a team-high five assists.

everyone back and we’ll continue to break

and was 8-of-10 from the

records.”

free throw line.

Henderson scored 10 points

After a 67-47 loss

Air Force shot 37.7 per-

to second-seed Utah

cent from the field for the

in the opening round

game (23-for-61) and hit

of the 2006 Moun-

4-of-10 from three-point

tain West Conference

range. The Falcons set sea-

Women’s Basketball

son

Championship, the

throw attempts and making

Falcons ended the season

high’s by taking 37 free

29, good for a 78.4 percent mark.

with a 13-15

overall record.

The women also swept

Air Force led early

San Diego State earlier in

in the game with a pair of baskets by three de-

the season. “It feels good [to rep-

grees Jaeschke—who had a career-high 20

know my teammates and I

points—and Alecia

go through a lot more than

resent

Steele, but the 19th ranked Utes went on a 13-2 run to take the lead

Pamela Findlay drives the ball down the court.

for good. “It means a lot to be able to play and compete on the a

team,” Steele said. “We have come such

long way, and knowing where we can go and

USAFA] because I

the average student athlete,” Steele said, “and for us to still

come out strong and compete shows we have a lot of character and we can

bond together to help each other endure and overcome obstacles.”

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UPS RflD Downs

ivo^o/’s basketball

Front Row: Demitrah Williams, Angela Munger, Lisa Robinson, lLt. Travis Cantrell,

Holly Togiai, Ardie Mclnelly, lLt.

Alison Anders Christina Webb. Middle Row: Lisa Smith, Paulina Tuell, Brooke Cultra, Alecia Steele, Jacki Novak, Ellen ,

Jaeschke, Kim Kreke, Dana Loveless, Dawn Higginbotham, Chasmine Jones, Christina Smith. Back Row: Lauren Henderson, Jessie Ingraham, Andrea Taylor, Letricia Castillo, Pamela Findlay, Ashley Mickens, Kory Gladysz, Jamie Davis.

Colorado Christian

Panhandle State

89-59

Northern Colorado

67-60 97-70

69-31

Utah Valley State

Weber State

78-65

Bucknell

58-41

Stephen F. Austin

63-67

Utah State

60-56

Montana State

81-61

Denver

59-65

UCCS

68-56

Army

73-61

Western State

76-34

BYU

43-64

San Diego State

63-59 OT

Wyoming

55-64

TCU

57-71

Utah

45-90

New Mexico

54-59

UNLV

56-66

Colorado State

76-60

BYU San Diego State

44-67

74-45

Wyoming

33-59

TCU

79-84

Utah

53-79

New Mexico

53-79

UNLV

62-80

Colorado State MWC Championship

79-65

47-67

Jacki Novak tops a Utah opponent.

Sports 79

pionships proved to Like so many events

all thbse great boxing matches or

Boxirig^ham 2^06 Wing Open be

gre^^went^ of the activities'anci

at^the Academy, the true signifi

cance of the event goes well

beyond

the boxing ring. Sal posted the individual winners and I would add there

losers—only that some got first and some second—all great accomplishments in what the announcer described as “possibly the greatest dynasty in any sport.” Each year the Wing Open chooses a deserving cause to support. Admission is

were no

free but any and all donations go the selected cause. This

the evening might have proven

year’s focus was eight-year-old,

Isaiah Rodriguez, who suffers from a rare disease, called Sanfilippo Syndrome. Summariz-

ing from the printed program, this disease refers to people who lack an essential

overwhelming! The main event was the boxing, but ^ v SMfcfct these heart-moving facets of the evening made a lasting impression arid gave a truly deep meaning to the event.

Moving the event to a Friday evening

brought out a good crowd to cheer on the hard working cadet-boxers. It is also inspiring to see how these hard-charging opponents in the

individual matches suddenly meld into a team as they come together on the blue floor of the ring in the clos-

ing ceremonies. Best wishes are sent with them when they participate in regional and national events. Air Force team records— 250 All-Americans 93 national champions-

enzyme that breaks down certain waste products in the brain. Without

this metabolism processFfcomplex

carbohydrates build up in the brain causing increased physical and developmental problems. Average

guests

orado’s finest,

a number of

policemen and the brother of a Colorado

Springs police-

man killed in the line of

dominant record

sport,

st of the

m y

participants rtedly never boxed prior the Academy. They are ^rtainly to be commended. I have no connection to this

sport but highly recom'mend this event if you

duty nine days earlier. Mm It was a good 0

ere in

several-rounds was touching to say the least. Isaiah is the son of

were “a group of Col-

y! It would be difficult i more

carry the round card between

Also recognized as special

00 ^eichers has been at the

Watching this cute youngster

stationed at Fort Carson.

finished loweythan

second!

Three guesses how many years

but it’s usually 10 to 14 years.

Army sergeant and his wife

18 of 26 national titles and never

life expectancy is said to vary,

26 straight regional titles

lever have the

opportu-

j®nity to attend. •Jerry McWilliams father of ClC ,

Justin Williams

Front Row:

Ruther, Job Cliff Moore,

Friday Night Fights 185-lbs.: Colin LaFavordec. Dustin Mayne 164-lbs.: Cliff Moore dec. Trevor Cook

135-lbs.: Ezekiel Ignaco dec. Travis Miller 138-lbs.: Nicholas Goc dec. Brian Navin

Hywt: Ronald Occenad dec. Ian Tuznik 185-lbs.: Oscar Casillas dec. Chris Johnson 118-lbs.: Willie Lloyd dec. Dean Chuva 135- lbs.: Kellen Griswald dec. Harvey White 154-lbs.: Daryn Nelson dec. Richard Davis

169-lbs.: Jacob Lambach dec. Ruben Ihuit 136-lbs.: Matthew Johnson rsc-2 Adam Terns 198-lbs.: Andrew Catoire dec. Eric Garcia 165- lbs.: Ross Hopkin dec. Justin Lee

157-lbs.: Nathan Liptak dec. Greg Witzig 145-lbs.: Lonnie Ash dec. Regan Dela Cruz

Wing Open 112-lbs.: Willie Lloyd dec. Dean Chuva 125-lbs.: Jeremy Homan dec. Ezekiel Ignaco 132-lbs.: Nicholas Goc dec. James Baker 139-lbs.: Luis Pena dec. Lonnie Ash 147-lbs.: Jahmil Edwards dec. Ryan Price 156-lbs.: Clifford Moore dec. Trevor Cook 165-lbs.: Joe Conrad dec. Mark Ruther 175-lbs.: Evin Negron dec. Bruce Jamison 185-lbs.: Oscar Casillas dec. Colin LaFavor

195-lbs.: Andrew Catoire dec. Eric Garcia

Hywt.: Ian Tuznik rsc-3 John Quinn

of 22:07 to finish 20th in the women’s 6k race. “I’ve been running cross country since

plishment for me just to enter and finish the last two meets with virtually no training.” Pozun was a walk on. “Flaving the opportunity to run at the division one level is a blessing,” she said. “Flaving the team’s support during my first semester at the Academy helped so much. I hope to excel in the future and stride with

eighth grade because I got cut from the volley-

pride.”

•|-"he Air Force men’s and women’s cross I

country teams finished seventh and 10th,

respectively, at the 2005 NCAA Mountain Region Championships. C1C Nicole Graham picked up the squad’s best finish, clocking a time 1

ball team,” Graham said, “and since I’m such a competitive person, I decided to go out for cross

country. Throughout the years it sort of grew

C3C Kate Papenberg (96th-24:48) and C4C

Jamie Illig (105th-25:07) also competed for the Falcons, although their scores didn’t count in the overall team standings.

really sure why... I guess there was just some drive inside me that always wanted to improve.”

All-Conference honors. The Falcons, who placed

On the men’s side, classmate Jeff Gosselin

five men and four women on the team, was led

on me, not

Nine members of the team earned Academic

paced the

by four-

men with a

time honoree Nick

22nd-place

Wilson.

finish of 31:34

Three

in the 10k

Firsties

event.

earned

Four of

the men’s five

academic

scoring

run-

all-con-

finished

ference

ners

honors,

within the

top half of the

including

102-member

Wilson,

race.

who made

C1C

Nick Wilson

his fourth

finished right

consecu-

Gosselin’s

tive ap-

heels, clock-

pearance

ing a 25thplace time of

with a 3.45

on the list

31:35. Class-

in me-

posted a time of 32:13 to finish 38th, while C3C Josh Van Wyngaarden picked up a 49th-place time of 32:36. Behind Graham’s 20th-place finish in the women’s race, two other placed among the top50 of the 114-competitor race. C2C Margaret

all-MWC recognition (3.25, behavioral sciences), while men’s team captain Matt Hellier collected

Frash clocked in at 22:56 to finished 43rd, while

All-Conference list, student-athletes must have

C1C Andrea Pinchak crossed the line in 23:04 to

completed at least one academic term while maintaining a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better, and be a starter or significant

mate Travis Patterson

place 47th. “I was diagnosed with pneumonia after our first meet, and I only competed in our first meet and the last two, MWC and regionals,” Robinson said. “I didn’t achieve nearly what I was capable of this season. But it was definitely an accom

chanical engineering. Andrea Pinchak, captain

of the women’s team, earned her third academic

his second (3.58, computer sciences). To be eligible for selection to the Academic

contributor on their athletic team.

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TOP 10 TERmS

ecu//TRY

I it

i si

Front Row: Scott Balcao, Matt Williams, Sebastian Ortiz, Calvin Glass, Dan Castle, Sean Houseworth, Daniel Fadgen.

Second Row: Dan DeRusha, Mark Walter, Anthony D Amato, Josh van Wyngaarden, Matt Hellier, Nick Wilson,

Ian McFarland, Jeff Gosselin.

Back Row: Richard Elmore, Travis Patterson, Garrett Weaver, Kyle Jones, Kenny Grosselin, Parker Cowles, Justin Mason,

Head Coach Mark Stanforth.

«k

i n

k it:

ifc m

{f HI

it.

pit lit »

Ik: Front Row: Vivien Aspden, Andrea Pinchak, Lindsay Grose. %

Nichole Graham finishes strong after 20

Second Row: Jamie lllig, Margaret Frash, Danielle Pozun.

minutes of effort in the "White Race" (the

Back Row: Capt Sierra Suhajda (assistant coach), Kelly Robinson,

pre-national meet).

Nicole Graham, Kate Papenberg, Mark Stanforth (coach)

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Wyoming Inv. Woody Greeno Inv.

Men 2

Wm 3

Men 1

Wm 7

Willamette Inv.

Men 3

Wm 9

Rocky Mtn Shootout

Men 2

Ft. Hays Inv.

Men 6th

Pre-NCAA Meet

Men 10th

Wm 24th

MWC Champ

Men 3rd

Wm 6th

NCAA Mtn Regionals

Men 7th

Wm 10th

Warming up before the race, Tony D'Amato (center) finished fourth at

Sports 83

adet 3rd Class Eliza Enyart did something no

other female fencer has done before.

my teammates have supported me like my own

AFA woman fencer to earn All-American status.

as a second lieutenant.”

family. I know that hard work plays off, and I’m determined to keep fencing and graduate

In the finals of the women’s epee competition,

Also competing in the men’s epee tourna-

Enyart finished with 12 victories winning .522

ment was C3C Adam Schenk and C4C Dale

percent of her bouts. C2C Jason Stockdale earned a second team

Hargis. Schenk finished 16th among the field of 234; Hargis finished 64th. C4C Nicholaus

All-American honor after finishing in eighth

Bente finished 67th among 173 competitors in

place in men’s epee. Stockdale won .609 percent

junior men’s sabre.

standings, the Air Force Academy placed 15th with a combine total of 38 points. Five Falcons represented the Academy in the

The team traveled to San Diego in early February to compete against Western Region rivals Cal Fullerton, Cal Tech, Stanford, and UC San

Diego. The meet also included Army and Notre

Junior Olympics. Enyart finished second and

Dame. The Falcons’ combined strength was

C4C Kai Anthony finished seventh.

enough for the teams to finish 7-5 overall. The

In the junior women’s epee tournament,

men’s team went 4-2, while the women’s teams

Enyart finished second among 170 competi-

finished 3-3. AFA’s top team was the women’s

tors. “This was my best finish thus far, but I was

foil team, which went into the competition full

somewhat disappointed because the goal was to

strength and finished 6-3 against their region

be number one,” Enyart commented.

opponent, Stanford.

In junior men’s epee, Anthony finished sev-

The Falcon men were 13-2 and the women

7-8, overall, heading into the 2006 NCAA

enth among 234. “I have been fencing four years

were

now, and this is my first big finish at a major

Western Region Championships. The champi-

national tournament,” Anthony said. “I chose to fence in high school because the first few tour-

onships were held March 4 at the Academy. Compiled from ncaasports.com and

competed in were a lot of fun and I

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naments I

loved the competitive aspect the sport provided.

Juggling academics and athletics and the vari

Spites

responsibilities demanded by the

Academy has definitely been a challenge, but

By finishing 11th at the 2006 NCAA Men’s and Women’s Fencing Championships, Enyart earned the distinction of being the first

of his bouts earning 14 victories. In the team

■

ous other

Frint Row: Dan Alvarez, Brent Watson, Julie Luce, Ainsley Allen, Brynn Thoreson, Sam Bartron, Ryan Zaccagnini, Kristin Bevins, stal Yang, Angelica Plazas. Middle Row: Capt. Brian Banas, Charity Day, Lydia Bigelow, Collette Bannister, Mryamn Ruth, Kara Thoreson, Elizabeth Enyart, AH Freiman, Dale Hargis, Adam Often, Kent Morgan, Lorenz Madarang, Kate Gulczynski, Justin Gebhardt, Maverick Lewis. Back Row: Head coach Abdel Salem, Trent Atwood, Adam Schenk, Joseph Eastman, Kai Anthony, Fred Meyer, Jackson Ranes, Tim French, ason Stockdale, Sean Andrews, Nick Bente, David Fang, Kent Morgan, Carl Chen, Chris Pedersen, and asst, coach Adam Skarbonkiewicz.

Crystal Yang recovers from a powerful lunge.

Ryan "Zucchini" Zaccagnini disengages his enemy's blade.

Collette Bannister just finished off an

opponent with her mighty foil.

Nate Smith finishes off his opponent with a explosive flush.

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iith Fisher DeBerry in his 22nd year, the

Wilson, a second-team all-Mountain West

Falcons finished the season 4-7 (3-5

Conference selection, set an Air Force record with

MWC). DeBerry has guided the Falcons

325 knockdown blocks this season. He led the team

to a 165-100-1 career record and ranks seventh

in all 11 games and averaged 29.5 knockdowns per

among active coaches with 165 wins. Air Force rushed and passed for more than 200

game. Wilson recorded a career-best 41 knockdowns against Wyoming and finished his career

yards each in five games; only one of those resuited in a loss. Rushing offense accounted for 59.1 percent of the total offense while the passing game posted 40.9 percent to set a new option era record.

ranked ninth all-time in school history with 498 knockdowns. Air Force ranks second in the Mountain West

Conference and 24th nationally since 1997 in total

Cadets 1st Class offensive linemen Jon Wilson

wins. The Falcons have a 67-41 record (.620). Dur-

and Ross Weaver, along with two-degree defensive

ing the last nine years, Air Force has posted seasons with nine (2000), 10 (1997) and 12 (1998) wins.

end Gilberto Perez and three-degree safety Bobby Giannini were each named to the all-Colorado

football team in January by the Colorado Chapter

Air Force has scored in 156 consecutive games

“Being a football player is the ultimate training

dating back to 1992. The Falcons were last shutout by Mississippi, 13-0, in the 1992 Liberty Bowl. That shutout is the only one in DeBerry’s career. Air Force’s streak is the second-longest active streak

for a military career,” said Wilson. “Every situation

in the Mountain West Conference and the ninth

is high pressure and must be made in a split-sec-

longest in the country.

ond time. I have made my most difficult decisions on the field and had my greatest triumphs. I

The 2005 season marked 34th year of Commander-in-Chief s Trophy competition between

wish every cadet could experience what it is to be

Air Force, Army, and Navy. Air Force has a 45-23-

of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame (NFFCC).

Fighting Falcon football player, because it has

made me who I am today.” The list of nominees was determined by the NFFCC from players that earned first team, second

0 all-time CIC record and has won 16

trophy titles.

Fisher DeBerry has led the Falcons to 14 of the 16

titles and has a 34-10 CIC record.

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team or honorable mention all-conference honors

in 2005.

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Jacobe Kendric uses superhuman strength to take it in for another Falcon touchdown.

Sean Carney cuts through the Wyoming defense.

Behind the

Nine RJV technicians work

Scenes Work is Vital for Home

Football Games Two football teams meet at Falcon Stadium to

play a

large stadium events.

in Falcon Stadium. Each

typically works a full eighthour duty day. Depending on the logistics (broadcast TV, half-time presentations, weather, etc.), preparation for each home game takes up to

SECURITY

Searching all vendors and equipment entering the stadium is a must. “It takes roughly 100

security forces personnel for football game security

game. Seems simple, but what happens behind the scenes?

20 man-hours, according to

Those involved before, during,

electronics maintenance

and after home games at the

El Paso County Sheriff s

manager.

Office, the Colorado

The facility

and the Colorado State

Stuart Whitney, RJV comm-

Academy number into the thousands. “About three months out,

begin coordination with other organizations involved, and we assess any changes that might need to be implemented for the upcoming season, such as security, entry procedures/ requirements, seating, traffic/ parking, etc.,” Joe Novak, we

assistant athletic director and events management, said.

“Once we determine these, we

begin staffing them so they can be implemented.” Novak’s direct staff is made up of eight people who

help coordinate all home events, including football. However, an excess of 250 USAFA personnel help him

coordinate support functions; several hundred contractors also assist with home game

operations, Novak noted. Communications Rohmann Joint Venture is

responsible for the majority of communications operation

football field year round,”

Patrol,” Staff Sgt. Charles Guthrie, installation security

Michael Wehrmann, manager

superintendent, 10 SFS, said.

of Falcon Stadium, said.

“The coordination involves

“We typically work on the

“Through the winter months

movement routes and times,

we have to check the

bus routes and times of

soil

during dry periods and hand water the field when the soil

moisture gets too low.”

During the summer months, the stadium staff is

busy fertilizing, top dressing, and aerating. “It takes three people approximately three to four days to lay out and paint logos and other markings on the

field for the first

game,” Wehrmann said. “For additional games, it takes almost two days to repaint the areas. We use

approximately

Sweep the stadium night

•

Clear parking lots in

stadium night before the game, with no overnight parking allowed. •

Conduct security sweeps

within the stadium. Dogs

perform security sweeps four to six hours prior to kickoff. •

Bio/CEX will also conduct

sweeps four to six hours prior to kickoff. Fire hoses

Wehrmann has a staff of four full-time employees to

the stadium staff include minor maintenance of the

and land mobile radios.

•

before the game.

marking paint to mark the field for each varsity game.”

responsible for the setup, operation, and on-going maintenance of the public

pagers, audio/visual systems, the coaches’ headset system,

A typical to-do list for the 10 SFS looks like this:

and 45 gallons of blue field-

Stadium on game days. They

contracted cell phones and

movement.”

100-115 gallons of white

manage stadium operations. Some of the other duties of

address system, government-

well as support from the

Springs Police Department,

and maintenance in Falcon

are

facility; equipment repair; managing the press box rental program for social events, retirements, wedding

receptions, etc.; maintaining the coach’s housing units on base; and facility set-up for

Game time security receives their intiai briefing before the crowd arrives.

BEHIflD bHE SCEflES:

Every Day Every

connected to hydrants for gross decontamination at least four hours prior to kickoff. Man all gates for security checks; gates open two hours •

prior to game time. Transportation

Logistical support involves coordinated efforts of more than 40

two bus

personnel: dispatchers, 25

buses and drivers, two on-

supervisors, and five checkpoint bus coordinators. “All the transportation time lines must be managed carefully and scheduled to insure on-time delivery of scene

the Falcon football team and all participating cadets to the

stadium,” Bobby Speights, vehicle operations manager, said. Two buses the day before

and on game day provide all

transportation support to the football team. Twenty-three buses transport cadets from the cadet area to and from Falcon Stadium. Four buses

transport prep school cadet candidates to and from the

Photos by C2C Dierra M. Poland

The flyover procedures

were also added this

year. In

before each home game.

past 15 years; they are strictly controlled, the major said.

addition to these, 26 contract

And a team of two public

food vendors are located

health technicians visit each

“We provide an aerial

concession stand to ensure

officer pilot and one rated

throughout the stadium. “Our goal is to provide fans with a variety of food choices

air traffic controller) on

to enhance the Falcon football

scene for all

experience,” Michael Jackson,

control team (one rated

large formation

flyovers and any time-critical events. For simple four-ship or fewer flyovers, this is informational only. For large package (more than four

Assistant Secretary of Defense

for Public Affairs.”

the Academy are informed via the 306 OSS Form 210,

which includes aircraft type,

numbers, call signs, direction of flyover, and expected time over

target.

“We typically inform all the local FAA representatives,

Colorado Springs Approach

His staff of 15 oversees

approximately 400 contract personnel to provide eats and drinks to Falcon fans.

Medical Four hours prior to game, more than 20 members

One of the changes in the 2005 season involved what

from

begin their preparation. They’ve already taken a refresher training course

fans could bring into the

on the

stadium. To help expedite

defibulator. They also check

fans’ entry into the stadium,

bags to ensure they have enough supplies to treat a possible emergency.

outside food and drinks were not allowed.

Eight concession stands are built

into the stadium

(three upper-level, two midlevel, three lower-level).

proper temperatures of food items and cleanliness of the

stations. A team of four doctors, two

registered nurses, and

14 emergency medical

technicians are stationed in various parts of stadium

help with a medical emergencies that might arise. While the football players to

the 10th Medical Group

Concessions All local flying units at

concessions manager, said.

aircraft) aerial events, we precoordinate to the Office of the

game site.

Flyovers

Five portable drink stations

have changed little during the

automatic external

A biohazards/

environmental health team sweeps the stadium to check for potential problems

have their own ambulance, an AMR ambulance is positioned

in the stadium for fans.

Cadets are also involved as EMTs.

Two teams of two

cadets roam the stadium to

provide for of any medical needs. “A few years ago, a

gentleman tripped over television cables and was knocked out for a while,” Master Sgt. Timothy

Hardyman, medical coordinator for USAFA

stadium, said. “Some patients

Control, the Denver Flight Standards District Office, and

what we have is twisted ankles

Denver Approach Control of

from stepping in holes and

our

have had seizures, but most of

flyover activities and allow

falling down/up stairs.”

them to voice any concerns

“We’re there just in case,”

impact our activities might have,” Maj. John Huguley, one of four airspace managers at the Academy, said. “With or

Hardyman said. Debbie Evert

those needs identified, we

coordinate as necessary to minimize or eliminate the

impact on civilian flying.”

Chick-fil-A workers prepare food to sell during AF vs. UNLV game.

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Front Row: Mark Carlson, Scott Eberle, John Taibi, Dave Shaffer, Greg Kirkwood, Pat Edwards, Russ Mitscherling, Nelson Mitchell,

Curtis Grantham, Andy Gray, Adam Fitch. Second Row: Donny Heaton, Overton Spence, Carsten Stahr, Bob Scott, Robert McMenomy, Ross Weaver, Erik Anderson, Tyler

Kimes, Jason Brown, Jon Wilson, Denny Polan, Larry Hufford. Third Row: Allen Hedrick, Nate Beard, John Rudzinski, Anthony Butler, Jack Braley, Ron Bruton, A.C. Choeset, Tom Miller, Fisher DeBerry, Richard Bell, Chuck Peterson, Dick Enga, Pete Hurt, Tim Horton, Brian Knorr, Blane Morgan, Charlton Warren. Fourth Row: Adam Edwards, Larry Willock, Justin Handley, Chad Smith, Shaun Carney, Kip McCarthy, Nate Smith, Jim Ollis, Tony Norman, Mike Moffatt, Todd Newell, Scott Peeples, Chris Huckins, Charles Wells, Gilberto Perez, Chris Carp. Fifth Row: Jeff Kipp, Jemal Singleton, Jarod Silcox, Tony Peck, Matt Brady, Paul Russon, Garrett Rybak, Brad Meissen, Carson Bird, Chris Sutton, Vic Thompson, Ty Paffett, Andre Dieu, Tony Perez, Boedy Franklin, Erik Marsh, Woody Williams. Sixth Row: Ryan Grooms, Robert Wishtichin, Ernie Sedelmyer, Dan Whisenhunt, Robert Rush, Harrison Gipple, Chad Hall, Adam Zanotti, Lucas Ewing, Rick Ricciardi, Drew Fowler, Kevin Quinn, Aaron Shanor, Julian Madrid, Jared Baxley, Beau Suder, Pete Mattes, Erick Kozlowski, Dan Siermine, Dean Campbell. Seventh Row: Ryan Williams, Bryan Jones, Joey Keller, Grant Thomas, Blaine Guenther, Bobby Giannini, Chris Evans, Zach Sasser, Mark Root, Jacobe Kendrick, Thomas Crump, Ryan ODea, Matt Spakowski. Eighth Row: Chris Weideman, Tyler Dohallow, Josh Clayton, John Rabold, Ryan Zeman, Noah Garguile, Robert Kraay, Stuart Perlow, Travis Dekker, Aaron Reyes, Michael Krogh, Ivan Bohlender. Ninth Row: Meade Tabada, Chris Englert, Dan Helland, Phillip Buckles, Chris Mayor, Chris Miller, Will Ferries, Eli Supper, Lee McKenna, Ben Tremboth, Cameron Schaffer, Brad Wade, Pete Furseth, Spencer Sligh, Dan Higgins

The four degrees make a tunnel for the football team to run

through at the beginning of each game.

Bird and Poland lay a massive hit on the Aztec receiver.

Powerhouse John Wilson clears the way for fullback Jacobe Kendrick.

Washington San Diego Wyoming

20-17

41-29

28-29

Utah

35-38

Colorado St.

23-41

Navy

24-27

UNLV

42-7

TCU

10-48

BYU

41-62

Army

24-27

New Mexico

42-24

Chad Hall completely evades TCU defender making his way to the end zone.

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^■^ach year the three major service academies meet on the

grassy field of battle to compete for the prestigious Commander-In-Chief s trophy. Since

the competition began 35 years ago, Air Force has come out on top 16 times.

This year’s rival battle between the Air Force Falcons and the Naval Academy on Oct. 8, 2005, proved to be an

ultimate fight to the finish. Going into such a critical

game Air Force already had three losses under their belt, while Navy boasted two consecutive wins. Nevertheless, with the stakes this high the past diminished and the

present is all that mattered. The constant rain and overcast skies did not

dampen the spirits of Air Force players nor their fans as the midshipmen’s opening possession resulted in an interception, as well as 12 straight runs and a 20-yard field goal by Air Force’s Scott Eberle. This eventful start

accompanied by an 8-yard pass from quarterback Shaun Carney to halfback Chad Smith to seal the score. The wet conditions contributed to a sloppy first half that entailed five fumbles, sending Air Force into halftime leading 17-7. The second half started off shaky for the Falcons, as a Navy pass from quarterback Lamar Owens to Jason Tomlinson helped to close the gap 17-14. However, our Falcons were quick to answer back with a seven-yard touchdown run by Justin Handley. Navy finished the quarter with a made field goal as the score crept closer and closer bringing the midshipmen to 17, was

Air Force 24. Fans who could not compete with the constant drizzle and

terrible weather conditions left all too early for what proved to be an unfortunate upset. With 2:22 left in the fourth quarter,

Navy’s Reggie Campbell tied the score at 24-24 with a 40-yard touchdown run. After Air Force’s Donny Heaton’s attempted

nine-yard punt fell too short, the Midshipmen were able to move into place to make their final attempt at clutching the Bullen kicked a field game. Navy’s Joey 46-yard goal with four seconds left on the clock, pushing Navy past Air Force 27-24. With the last minutes of the game coming to an unfortunate end, it was all too obvious on the players’ faces that the fate of this game had been decided.

“We had control of the football game, and we let it slip it away from us,” Air Force Head Coach Fisher DeBerry said, horrifying moments of his game continually jogged his

as the

memory. As the Falcons all shook hands and exited the field, it was clear that there was more about their performance to

be said. Their low bowed heads spoke loud and clear for the

Falcons, but the hunger in their eyes yearned fir more. More that would come later in their 2005 season. C2C Lindsay Freeman

ith several fall highlights, including an

unprecedented lOth-consecutive team title at the Service Academy Golf Classic,

the 2004-05 Air Force golf team set themselves up for a successful spring season. George Koury is in his third season as the team’s head coach

Goulding is expected accomplish great things in 2005. Meanwhile, Jackman posted a top finish of his own, tying for first at the Service Academy Classic to help lead the Falcons to their 10thstraight Reemstma Trophy. Fellow sophomore returner from last spring,

and has done a solid job of recruiting. He is

Chad Follett has also shown flashes of brilliance,

stacking the team with young talent that he ex-

evidenced by his third round score of 70 at the

pects will lead the team for the next two or three

Falcon Invitational, which tied the best individu-

years. The Falcons’ senior class is led by Daryl

al round of the fall for Air Force.

McCoy, who competed in each varsity tourna-

Four golfers make up Air Force’s fresh-

ment in the fall. His best

man class, led by Tyler Labrum, who competed

finish of the season came at the Service

at four

Academy

varsity tourna-

Classic, where he placed

ments in the fall, finish-

eighth, and he is expected to provide solid veteran leadership this spring. Meanwhile, Kala’e Leong competed in the first three varsity events in the fall, and tied for third place at the Service Academy Classic. Rounding out the

ing seventh at the Service

Academy Classic. Bob Whitney has also seen early varsity action for the Falcons, while Jared Freeman and Bob Whitney have worked to get

experience with the junior varsity squad. Air Force has a solid lineup of spring tournaments.

trio of seniors is Patrick

Mullen, who has primarily seen action with the

ju-

It will kick off the season

nior varsity squad. Team

Feb. 27 at the UTSA

captain Scott Redmond Intercollegiate. The is the sole junior on the Falcons will then travel roster, taking part in five to Phoenix, Ariz., March Tyler Labrum scopes his next putt down varsity competitions in 15-16 for the Pioneer the green. the fall. Redmond posted Classic, hosted by Denver. his best at the Troy Invitational to close out the will in three other spring events, They compete fall, coming in tied for eighth with a three-round the annual BYU Cougar Classic, before including score of 220. heading to Sunriver, Ore., to look to improve The Falcons are loaded with talent in the

sophomore class, paced by Tyler Goulding and Ben Jackman. Goulding and Jackman were the top finishers for Air Force in each of its six fall

upon their final standings in the Mountain West

Conference Championships. Overall, the future is bright for a young Air Force

Falcons have played well and

golf team. The expect to only get

Goulding, after winning his firstseason-ending Troy

better as both the newcomers and the seasoned

Invitational, was named Mountain West Golfer

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tournaments.

ever medalist honors at the

of the Month for October. The Falcons’

veterans gain experience on the course.

top

fllHKinG DIVOtS

Front Row: Matt Garvin, Jared Freeman, Stewart Sciulli, Shaun

O’Bryant, Scott Redmond, Andy Davis, Tyler Goulding.

Back Row: Maj. Brandon Doan, Chad Follett, Bob Whitney, Andrew Gibson, Matt Tanis, Chase Wirtz, Capt. Bill Sullivan,

George Koury

Chad Follett lands his shots perfectly during the Falcon Invitional

Falcon Invitational

1st

Tucker Invitational

18th

Wolf Pack Invitational

17th

Service Academy Golf Classic

1st

Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate

15th

University of Hawaii Fall Invitational

15th

Thunderbird Invitational

12th

Ron Moore Invitational

17th

Mustang Intercollegiate Cowboy Classic PING Golf Cougar Classic MWC Championship

11th 20th

13th tie 9th

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••"wo firsties-Brian Moore and Eric Peele-led

[ I

were contested on the same

night, due to the

the 17-man team to a season that competed

Academy also hosting the women’s champion-

abroad more than at home. “A lot of people

ships the previous night. Former Olympian Kip Simons finished his

have no idea what the Academy is about, and

opportunity to show them through conversation and through our actions,” Moore said. “They [the spectators] are most likely going to base their opinion (good or bad) of the Academy on their interaction with you.” Moore closed out an impressive four-year collegiate career representing the Academy as an all-around competitor at the 2006 NCAA Men’s National Collegiate Gymnastics Championships. A two-time team captain, Moore qualified for the all-around after setting a national qualifying score of 45.920. Contributing to his score were four season-high marks set at the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation Championships, where

first year as coach of the men’s team. Simons

we have the

began his first collegiate head coaching job following a stellar career at both the collegiate and national levels. In 1988, Simons dominated the U.S. Junior National Championships and the Junior Pan-American Games, collecting 10

gold medals. He was also a member of the 1996 Olympic team that finished fifth. Simons replaced Lou Burkel, who retired after 30 years of coaching at the Academy. Compiled from Athletic Media Relations Edited by CSC Raphael Watson

he finished sixth in the all-around with a season-

ormer cadet

gymnasts gathered at the Acad-

emy in late March to celebrate 50 years of

the gymnastics program. “We wanted current gymnasts to recognize

best 47.050. He also set season-best marks on the pommel horse (7.650), still rings (7.900) and

the deep history of Air Force gymnastics,” said

vault (8.500) at the conference meet.

Peele was a junior standout, qualifying for the NCAA Championship preliminaries on the

parallel bars and high bar.

Major Charles Schweiss, reunion coordinator. Activities included briefings and an awards banquet, as well as a handstand competition. The last to fall from a handstand won. Win-

The men closed out the team slate with a

fifth-place finish at the MPSF Championships.

ners were Bill

The Falcons tallied a team score of 184.725—a

(Hacker) Stevens, Class of 1991.

Ritter, Class of 1973, and Wendy

Current gymnasts saw in person the impor-

total just shy of their season-best—in a champi-

tance of the Long Blue Line of

onship that features three of the top five programs in the country. This was the first time in MPSF history that

Academy gymnasties and alumni reacquainted themselves with

their former school.

the team, all-around, and individual event titles

READY

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March 2006 -

Former Academy gymnasts gather to reflect on 50 years.

50 YEARS OF bRRDIblOA

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Front Row: Phil Stone (trainer), Edwin Berry, Josh Loeser, Ryan Powell (manager), Jacob Schonig. Middle Row: Lt.

Col. Dennis Ramsey (assistant coach), Kyle Volpe, Robert Berry (manager), Kurt Antonio, Tyler Sickles, Josiah Loeser, Andrew Terrell, Eric Peele. Back Row: Brian Moore, Brian Boardman, Kevin Murphy, Christopher Deans, Jon Roberts,

Christopher Wood, Nathan Glandon, Matthew Maier (manager), Kip Simons (head coach). Rocky Mtn Open

5th

Oklahoma

210.150-171.650

Army All-Academy Champ.

205.550-181.250

| Pacific Coast Classic

3rd 5th

Peter Vidmar Inv.

4th

Southwest Cup

181.650-177.900

Illinois-Chicago

203.925-183.475

Nebraska

212.150-184.775

MPSF Champ.

5th

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fter traveling nearly 5,000 miles for

said. “There are so many talented athletes

competition, the Air Force women’s

competing in our conference that it is quite an

gymnastics

team returned to the

Academy

honor.

for its first home meet of the season. Joining the

“Our team is very proud to represent the

Air Force wrestling team, the Falcons hosted the

Academy at meets,” Robison continued. “People show a lot of support for us, not only

inaugural “Beauty and the Beast” night Friday

gymnasts, but as future Air Force officers.

Feb. 10. The women hosted Centenary and

Wisconsin-Stout in the first of two triangular

We appreciate that the Academy gives us the

meets in the Cadet West

opportunity to compete in the sport we love.”

Gym.

The Falcons opened the season with four

In addition to the four newest Falcons, Air

straight weeks on the road, traveling to Alaska,

Force had a new face on the sideline, as Holly

Louisiana, and Texas. Air Force spent eight

Tedeschi began her first season as the head coach

of the women’s

of the first nine weeks away from the

squad. Tedeschi,

Academy. Behind a

who served as an

pair of trips to Denver,

assistant coach

the Falcons also

with the program

visited Washington,

during the 2000-04 seasons, was joined by second-year

California, and

Kentucky. To Anchorage, Ak.,

assistant coach 2nd

3289.64 miles

Lt Tammy Ritchey.

To Shreveport, La.,

“Coaching cadets

914.26 miles

is by far the best

To Denton, Texas,

experience I’ve

690.89 miles

ever

To Denver, Colo., 68.59 miles

always try to create a team atmosphere where these girls can work together to get things accomplished.”

The 2006 squad

featured seven fourth and third class cadets,

compared to three second class cadets and one firstie.

had,” the new

head coach said. “I

Although

She had a lot of

those numbers looked

daunting on paper, the experience of the seven returning gymnasts

expectations for Team Captain Lauren Robison secures her dominant

position on the uneven bars, her speciality.

her first year. “I

expect the team to be closer at the end of the

blended well with the talented enthusiasm

year, that they understand the work ethic I am

of the newcomers.

creating and implementing into the program.”

C1C Lauren Robison was named Gymnast

of the Week by the Mountain Pacific Sports

She also wants them to look back at the end of the season and be satisfied with “what have

Federation in February. Robison, who guided

worked so hard for.”

the Falcons to their first victories of the season,

Tedeschi returned to the gymnastics program after spending the past year full-time

won the

all-around and uneven bars on

both nights.

they

working Testing and

in the athletic department’s Fitness

“It was exciting (and a little surprising) being selected MPSF Gymnast of the Week,” Robison

Evaluation Division.

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on tHE ROOD RGRIR

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Floor: Mary Barrett, Charlotte Freedman. Front ofBeam: Katie Donnell, Christine Powers. On Beam: Kelly Lewis, Joana Everett, Elisa Rhynedance, Abbey Rogers. Behind Beam: Lauren Robison, Sashonna Iwaniec, Jill Ward

Katie Donnell concentrates on doing a back flip with no

hands on the beam.

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•^“Ee Falcons’ finished the season at 11-20-1

[ !

The center had a career-best seven-point

overall. Robert Morris, coeach for teh Co-

series against Wayne State. In the 7-6 win, Ehn

lonials defeated Air Force five times during

had a career-best four points. He had a hand in all three goals in the 4-3 loss on Friday with two

the season, including their win in the quarterfinals of the College Hockey America tournament. The Colonials were the only team to win all four

regular-season games against the Falcons. C2C Peter Foster made 24 saves to lead Air Force to a 3-1 win over first-place Alabama-

goals and one assist. On Saturday, he scored a pair of goals and had two assists, having a hand in four of the teams's seven goals. Ehn is the third Air Force player to earn player of the week honors this season. Firstie

Huntsville in February. He was also named

Mike Knaeble earned the offensive award while

defensive player of the week. “Being named

four degree Mike Phillipich earned the rookie

defensive player of the week gives me a great deal

award Oct. 31.

of satisfaction especially after a rough year so

The Falcons left Nov. 18 for Germany to play

far,” Foster said. “Even though this award is an

exhibition games against teams from the Ger-

individual thing I couldn’t have done it without

man Professional

my teammates, so in reality, all of

League and also to experience a foreign culture. Team mem-

my six defensive

bers wrote a

POW’s over my three years here

journal and nine

are a team

entries my be viewed on air-

award

not a individual

forcesports.com. About the trip,

achievement. “To put on the

Knaeble said,

Air Force jersey

“We arrived and

means much

did our usual

than just

pre-game routine consisting

making you a hockey player,”

of taping sticks,

Foster reflected.

stretching, and putting on the

“When I put that

jersey on I know I represent our military and our country. I give it my all because I know that’s what our troops do and what our country is all about.” C3C Eric Ehn was named the College Hockey

America co-offensive player of the week for his

performance against Wayne State in December and March. “It is a huge honor to not only represent this school as a hockey player, but the country as a professional,” Ehn said. “Every player in the locker room has a huge amount of pride to be

gear. Before the game, the teams exchanged a jersey and some memorabilia for each other. Our senior captain, Matt Bader, went to center ice to

exchange the

jersey and shake hands. “Prior to the game, there was no national anthem or starting lineups, we just jumped on the ice and they dropped the puck which was a little

different for all of us, but the game went

really quick since there weren’t many penalties called.” Compiled from Athletic Media Relations Edited by C3C Raphael Watso

part of such an outstanding and respected team and organization.”

fl mEmORHBLE SEHSOd

ICE HOCKEY

Ill

lit k

I it

Front Row: Ian Harper, Mike Ktiaeble, Brian Gineo, Maj. Joe Doyle (asst,

coach), Brooks Turnquist, Frank Serratore (head coach), Matt Bader, Mike Corbett (asst, coach), Andrew Ramsey, Billy Devoney, Peter Foster. Middle Row: Blake Turnquist, Peter Shenk, Greg l lynn, Frank Schiavone, Roger McFarland (blue line club), Lt. Col. Ryan Haaland (officer representative), Larry Cronk (penalty box manager), Robert Rush (equipment manager), Dave Toller (media relations), Jason Greer (cadet manager), Brent Olson, Brian Reese, Bryan Becker, Michael Mayra. Back Row: Mike Phillipich, Jay Medenwaldt, Theo Zacour, Matt Charbonneau, Josh Frider, Ben Worker, Josh Schaffer, Eric Ehn, Josh Print

Eric Ehn gets passed the puck barely missing a

Josh Print gets ready to take the puck away and puch into his

shot against Niagra.

forward position.

;

Maine

1-3

Union

9-2

Lakehead Univ.

2-2

Denver

2-4

Colorado College

3-6

Bemidji State Army Wayne State

W, L L, L L, W W, T L, L W, L L, L

Robert Morris

L, L

Niagra

W, L

4-3, 1-2 0-3, 3-4 OT 3-4, 7-6 3-2, 2-2 2-3, 3-6 5-4 OT, 2-7 2-5, 3-5 2-5, 2-3 3-2, 2-6

RIT

3-2 OT

Alabama-Huntsville Robert Morris

W, W L, L

3-1, 5-0 2-3 OT, 1-5

Wayne State

3-1

CHA Tournament

3-4

RIT

Alabama-Huntsville i

Niagra Bemidji State

After recovering from a reverse one-and-a-half with four-and-a-half twists Brooks Turquist and Ian Harper defend the in the free

position Captain

Sports 101

looking forward to a very successful 2006 season.

losing to them. The Falcons also faced tough nonleague opponent, the Ivy League’s Dartmouth College, in Ridgefield, Conn., on March 18 gaining a significant win, and then traveled

This confidence is borne from a number of fac-

to Army, which has beaten Air Force in over-

tors, including the return of the Falcons’ four

time two of the last three years, on April 1 and

top scorers. C2C Will Meister, Conrad Lochocki, Justin Kuchta and sophomore Kevin Crumrine

barely did so once again, inching a win during

all return to lead the Falcon offense. In addition,

The first order of business for the Falcons’

[ 1

he 2006 Air Force lacrosse team returns eight firsties, all hardened veterans, and the Falcons are quietly confident and have been

overtime, a loss that could have gone either way.

provided the Falcons

coaching staff during 2006 was replacing graduating long stick

with one of the best ath-

defenseman Tim Hade,

the return of All-League

goalie Justin Pavoni have

letes in the country. “Our

a former

players have worked very

selection and team

hard in the off-season

MVP, and Jared Brush,

All-League

and are eagerly awaiting

the challenge of a top

close defense. Both

four-year starter at

Division I schedule this

were cornerstones

season,” said head coach

defense that allowed just

of a

Fred Acee. “They know

nine goals per game. “It

what it takes to win. They

is vital to the success of

have set lofty goals and

our team that our de-

doing what is

fenders step up and fill

necessary to achieve

the void that was left by

those goals.”

the graduation of Hade

are

The 2006 schedule

and Brush,” said Acee.

includes nine teams

The Falcons also had

ranked in the preseason

to look into

top 25 coach’s poll.

former co-captain D.J.

Among the ranked teams

Benzing, as well as Jeff

the Falcons have faced are North

Carolina, Villanova, Bucknell,

Tri-captain Will Meister plays tough in the Falcons’ win over Bellarmine.

UMBC, archrival Army, Dartmouth and Great Western Lacrosse League opponents Notre

Dame, Ohio State and Denver University. The Falcons opened the season at Villanova on Feb. 18 though losing the game they did not lose their spirit. Followed by a trip to the Denver Pioneer

Face-off Classic Feb. 25-26 where Air Force

played North Carolina and Manhattan barely

replacing

Jablonski and Michael

Kennedy, who all played position. “Replacing these graduated seniors will be a challenge for our team, but with our returning class of seniors and the combined experience of our junior and sophomore classes, this should be a competitive year on the field,” Acee continat the midfield

ued. And it was.

Compiled from Athletic Media Relations Edited by C3C Raphael Watson

VEbERRR LEADERSHIP

LACROSSE

Front Row: Kyle Rutherford, Michael Cotham, Patrick Mitchell, Paul Adams, Will Meister, Brad Dellolacotio, John Smith,

Kevin Krieger, Justin Pavoni. Second Row: Eric Seremet, Scott Popelar, Robert Vasta, KJ. Landgraf, Wick Kelley, Lukas Fisher, Daniel Bellissimo, David Watson, David Mackintosh, Dave Rose, Fred Acee. Third Row: Kirk Wrenti, Eric Evans, Brian Massa, Sean Millner, Jeff Pecora, Dan Gtiazzo, Colin Lockhart, David Nugent, Clayton Cruickshank, Jack Parchman. Fourth Row: Jeremy Silko, Spencer Reed, Peter Krasco, Reilly Smith, Ryan Stillwell, Michael Weber, Conrad Lochocki, Ben McKinney, Kevin Winslow, Zane Steadman. Back Row: Travis Cope, Chris Tubesing, Daniel Breiding, Sean DeBruzzi, Jonathan Appleby, Kyle

O’Neill, Griffin Nevitt, Kevin Crumrine, Justin Kuchta, Brion Stroud

David Mackintosh, Justin Pavoni and Justin

Will Meister prepares to launch his ball down the field.

Kuchta crush their opponent from Bellarmine. Justin Pavoni defends against all

attacks from any side.

Villanova

6-11

North Carolina

6-8

Manhattan

4-5

UMBC

9-5

Sacred Heart

11-9

Siena

12-8

Dartmouth St. John's

13-8

10-5

Army

10-11, OT

Quinnipiac

8-4

Bellarmine Bucknell Notre Dame

9-7

Butler Ohio State Denver

6-7

9-8

7-11

3-7

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••"lie 2006 season was a time of hits and near

I !

team effort.

When one of us was down, the oth-

shooting up,” co-captain Siemer said.

misses. Leading the Falcons were team cap-

ers were

tains C1C Chris Hill and Tim Siemer. Also

“This team has tremendous synergy that gives

in the hunt was C2C Jessica Palomba, who had

us all

the team’s third-highest score in air rifle last year

individual abilities.”

(584 x 600). She was joined by C3C Tom Bender

Some losses were close. Air Force competed against the University of Nevada-Reno in late February. Air Force lost the match by less than one millimeter, finishing with a team air rifle

and Justin Raines. The Falcons welcomed their newest mem-

bers, four of which were walk-ons. C4C Daniel Cannard, Andrew Cooper, Brian Jarrell, Ryan Lowenstein, Clifton Mulkey, and Chelsea Welsh

began the season shooting scores well above last year’s rookies. Walk-on C3C Jennifer Hassan brought a mix of maturity and determination. Although Air Force hosted the 2006 NCAA Rifle Championship, they didn’t qualify to compete. The last time Air Force qualified as a team was in 2003. The Academy’s last individual qualifier was Hill in smallbore in 2004. In the two-day match with TCU, the Falcons set a new Academy record as they out shot the

strength and confidence way beyond our

score of 2325 to Reno’s 2326 out of 2400.

Despite the loss, the Falcons were encouraged by their strong performance against a nationallyranked team. Siemer’s aggregate score of 1158

(577 in smallbore, plus 581 in air rifle) was the sixth time this year that the team captain scored more than

1156. Palomba tied her personal best

in both smallbore and air rifle, shooting a 574

and 584 respectfully. Welsh shot a personal best in air rifle with a 579. As a walk-on, she averaged nine personal bests this season. Mulkey finished

with a 574 in smallbore and 581 in air rifle.

Horned Frogs, 4642-4546 (out of 4800).

Head coach Justin Broughton finished his

Co-captain Chris Hill led the way with

seventh season as head coach of the Academy

standout performances in both the air rifle and

rifle team. Starting in October 2005, Broughton

smallbore events. His 583 x 600 in air rifle was

was the first-ever civilian head coach of the rifle

good for second place, and his score of 588 x

team. A 1994

1200 is the highest of his Acad-

graduate of the Air Force Academy, Broughton was a four-year letter winner, team captain, 1994 honorable mention All-American

emy career, as well as the top score of any cadet

in air rifle, and a member of the Falcons’ NCAA

this season.

1993 third-place and 1994 fourth-place teams.

600 in smallbore won the event. Hill’s combined score of 1171 x

“This record was the result of a tremendous

Compiled from Athletic Media Relations

Kneeling: Jennifer Hassan, Ryan Lowenstein, Brian Jarrell, Clifton Mulke, Andrew Cooper, Daniel Cannard, Back Row: Kurt Degerlund (manager), Major Craig Harmon (34 TRG liaison), Tom Bender, Ben Burdette, Chris Hill, Tim Siemer, Justin Raines, Jessica Palomba, Maj. Justin Broughton, Lt. Col. Bill Roy

Ryan Lowenstein dons his slick looking lamb.

Manager Kurt Egerlund willingly cleans a team member's rifle.

UMKC

4576-4499

Nebraska

L, L

Army, Navy,

2nd

4565-4686, 4607-4687 Army 5817, AF 5737, Navy 5726, Coast Guard 5485

Univ. Nevada-Reno

4594-4613

UTEP

4641-4604

UTEP

4638-4578

TCU

4642-4546

Nebraska

4614-4682

NCAA Qualifiers/Sect

4629-4666

2325-2326

Coast Guard

(vs Nebraska) Univ. Nevada-Reno

Tom Bender lines up for a perfect shot.

Sports 105

ir Force finished the 2005 season with an

tied Scott Muir for the team-lead with 25 shots

goal this season. Eames earned a first-team

8-9-2 overall record and a 6-3-1 mark in

the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation,

all-Mountain Pacific Sports Federation selection. Firstie forward David Schill was named to the

good for third place. The Falcons were in the hunt for the conference title until the final day of the season, when they fell to No. 3 New Mexico

2005 ESPN The Magazine Academic All-America

in overtime, 1-0.

in a double major of mechanical engineering and

Seven members of the Air Force Academy

Men’s Soccer Team. Schill, who had a 3.91 GPA

engineering mechanics, is the second Academic

men’s soccer team were

All-American in the

named the 2005 MPSF all-

50-year history of men’s

conference teams. Firstie

soccer at the

David Schill, two degree

Academy.

Schill was a second-

Duncan McNabb, and

team selection. He

three degree Brian Guy-

earned a nomination

ette earned second-team

honors, while Firsties

after his selection to the

the national ballot

co-captains Todd Myers

all-district 7 team. He

and Clay McGillivray were

finished second on the

named honorable men-

team in

scoring with 10 points in 2005. He had

tions. Firsties Scott Muir and

three goals and four

Colin Eames were first-

assists this season, and

team selections.

five goals and eight as-

Muir, a forward, earned

sists for 18 points in his

his first all-conference

career.

selection after leading the

The Academic All-

Falcons in scoring with 27

America® Teams pro-

points on 11 goals and five

gram honors 816 male and female student-ath-

assists this season. He fin-

ished second in the MPSF

letes annually who have

in scoring, two points be-

succeeded at the high-

hind New Mexico senior

est level on the

Jeff Rowland. Muir had a

team-best three game-

room.

winning goals in 2005.

gion second-team by the

Individuals are

selected through voting

Eames was selected to

the 2005 All-Far West Re-

playing

field and in the class-

Midfielder Colin Eames breaks down to this Wisconsin-Green Bay forward.

National Soccer Coaches Association of America. This was the first year Eames has been an all-

region selection. He started 76 of the 77 games he played in his four seasons at the and

Academy

cover

by CoSIDA, the College Sports Information

Directors of America; a 2,000-member organization consisted of sports public relations professionals for colleges and universities in the United States and Canada.

Compiled from Athletic Media Relations

FRLCOnS KICK IflbO 3RD

S SOCCER.

Front Row: Joe LoRusso, Steven Locker, Brett Selzer, Jaime Neeley, Andy Nigro, Colin Eames, Duncan McNabb, Damon Wong, Chris Mathews,

Joe Lapinsky, Aphichart Gingsumrong, Reid Gaiser, David Schill, Ben DeRiggi. Back Row: Capt. Rich Cullen (assistant coach ), Matt Feucht (manager), Rodrigo Santos (manager), Ian Hauck, Nathan Holloway, Brendan Greenaway, Casey Leung, Jason Dali, Paid Elsbernd, Mike

Maynard, Brian Guyette, Scott Muir, Todd Myers, Mark Muller, Jason Belvill, Clay McGillivray, Aaron Nelson (manager), Cory Mohrbacher (manager), Nick Cattaneo (manager), Lou Sagastume (head coach), Doug Hill (assistant coach)

Army

1-0

Seton Hal!

0-6

Wl-Green Bay

0-1 OT

Florida Atlantic

2-0

UC-Davis

1-1 OT

Washington

2-3

Cal State-Fullerton UC-Irvine

2-3 OT

0-3

Missouri State

2-3 OT

New Mexico

0-0 OT

UNLV

1-0

Denver San Jose State

3-0

3-2

Sacramento State San Jose State Sacramento State Denver

1-3

UNLV

New Mexico

0-1 20T

2-1

2-0

3-1

0-1 OT

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onor marked women's soccer in 2006. At

four-time All-Academic selections for Falcon

the season-end team banquet, Firstie co-

women’s soccer. Cleland had a 3.35 grade point

captain Raegan McDowell was named the

average and majored in economics. The 11 selections is the second highest total

2005 team’s most valuable player.

for the team. The 2004 team placed 12 on the

Taking home the offensive team MVP honors Brittney Perkowski. She led the team with five goals and 11 points and was

of eight, set in 2003. They tied with the football

named second-team All Mountain

team for

was forward C2C

all-academic team, breaking the previous record

fielding the most all-academic selec-

West Conference.

tions of any fall

Defender C3C Rhett

team at AFA,

Chase was named de-

joining 33 other

fensive team MVP. She

student-athletes

appeared in 20 match-

at the

for the Falcons,

Academy.

ClC Mer-

starting 13 and tied for

edith Benson

the team lead with two

(3.06, foreign studies)

assists.

area

Midfielder C4C

and juniors Ka-

Roni Yadlin was

tie Plichta (3.55,

named the team most

english) and Lindsay Temes

improved player. She appeared in all 21

(3.58, social science) earned

matches and recorded on assist.

their third

Co-captain ClC

all-academic

Meredith Benson

honors.

earned the team’s

C2C Kath-

coaches award. A mid-

erine Schifani

fielder, she appeared in 20 matches, starting 18

(3.47, english) and C3C

and was second on the team with three

goals scored. Benson appeared in 77 career matches, starting 63 for the Falcons. Eleven members of the 2005 Air Force wornen’s soccer team were named to the Mountain West Conference All-Academic team.

Leading

the way was defender ClC Amanda Cleland, who earned her fourth MWC all-academic honor.

She joined Jennifer Ford (Class of 2005) and

Wendy Emminger (Class of 2003) as the only

Betsy Eames (3.57, electrical engineering), Sean Flenry (3.05,

management) and Danielle Jaramillo (3.54, legal studies) earned their second honors. C3C Megan Harkins (3.49,

engineering

mechanics) and four degrees Kim Hale (3.81, undeclared) and Roni Yadlin (3.81, undeclared) made the team for the first time.

Compiled from Athletic Media Relations Edited by C3C Raphael Watson

FHLCOflS EflD Rt R0.8

lA/oqo/ s SOCCER

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY

First Row: Ashley Parker, Melinda Mokos, Rhett Chase, Betsy Eames, Alison Wood, Roni Yadlin, Erin Fitzpatrick, Laura Walsh, Dempsey

Slough, Taryn Nicolaides, Kimbery Hale. Middle Row: Jennifer Drew, Erin Wallace, Corbin Sanford, Brittney Perkowski, Meredith Ben son, Katherine Plichta, Amanda Cleland, Danielle Jaramillo, Lindsay Temes, Christin Brodie. Third Row: Assistant Coach Larry Friend, Reagan McDowell, Sean Henry, Rachael Emory, Katherine Taylor, Megan Harkins, Kirsten Wolverton, Katherine Schifani, Katherine Slogic, Sarah Keidel, Head Coach Marty Buckley, Assistant Coach 2nd Lt. Brandon Jones -

Taryn Nicolaides moves past this Gael

Katherine Taylor makes an

Amanda Cleland defends against

defender.

offensive move.

aggressive attackers.

,ff

Northern Colorado

1-3

Iowa

2-3 OT

Providence Central Michigan

1-0

2-0

0-0 20T

Utah State

Boise State

1-2

Army

2-1

St. Louis

0-3

Colorado College

1-2

St. Mary’s (Calif.)

0-3

UC-Davis

0-2

Idaho State

3-0

Wright State

0-2

UNLV

0-2

San Diego State

1-3

BYU

0-6

Utah

0-3

TCU

1-2

New Mexico

1-2

L Wyoming MWC Championships L

0-3 0-3

defender to

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second consecutive year, two degree Chris Knaute represented Air Force at the or the

NCAA Men’s Swimming & Diving Champi-

onships. Knaute competed in three events. Knaute won his third straight men’s 1,650 yard freestyle event in the final day of action at the Mountain West Conference Swimming & Diving Championships in February. He provisionally qualified for the NCAA Championships with a time of 15:16.30. The win was his third of the championships, as he was also the 400 individual medley and 500 free champion. Team captain and Firstie Matt Karmondy swam the fifth-fastest 1650 free time at the Academy with a personal best time of

winning the men’s platform diving event. Lindberg was crowned champion with 332.60 finals points. Earlier in the season, the team held off Utah for a 154.50-145.50 at the 2006 Air Force Diving

Invitational at the Cadet Natatrium.

Lindberg won the men’s platform dive. He also paced the Falcons in the one-meter dive with an 11th place finish (246.00 pts). Four

degrees Randy Rogers was 13th (219.85) and Patrick Sauncy took 16th (195.35). Rogers also took 8th in the platform with 209.50 points and

Sauncy 11th with 193.20 points. On an emotional senior day, it was the juniors who sent their elder classmates off in style, as

15:41.03.

degrees Andrew Bergman, Chris

two

Two degrees Paul

Parmenter, Matt Sievers, Nick Burton, Justin Lapin took it

menter, and Matt

to the

win seven individual

Knaute, Paul ParSievers combined to

pool in re-

cord-breaking speed.

events.

Parmenter swam the

Knaute won the

fifth-fastest Acad-

200 (1:39.03) and

emy time in the 200

500 free (4:44.68)

butterfly (1:49.71)

and Parmenter

to finish third and

won the 200 but-

Sievers swam the six-

fastest Academy time

(1:49.74) to take sixth in the 200 fly. Burton swam the

fourth-fastest Academy time in the

terfly (1:53.97) and helped the Falcons ahead in the meet go by winning the 400 IM (4:15.26). Bergman dominated the breaststroke

200 breaststroke (2:02.62) to take fifth. Lapin

events, winning the 100 (58.42) and 200 breast

swam the third-fastest Academy time in the 200 backstroke (1:47.21) to finish ninth. Four degree

time of 50.98.

Kai Yamashiro swam the 10th fastest

Academy

time in the 200 back (1:51.81) to take 12th. Air Force set a school record in the men’s 800

freestyle relay and provisionally qualified for the NCAA Championships. The group of Knaute, three degree TJ Cowling, Lapin, and Parmenter

placed third in the 800 free relay as they provisionally qualified for the NCAA’s with a time of 6:37.64.

The Falcon divers also performed well on the

last day of competition, with Brady

Lindberg

(2:09.46) events. Sievers won the 100 fly with a The Falcons also opened the meet

by winning

the 200 medley relay. The

group of Kai Yamashiro, Justin Day, Nick Burton, and TJ Cowling combined to swim a time of 1:34.54. In the 200

free relay, the group of Sievers,

Cowling, and two degrees Ryan Moss and Nick Uzelac, tied Utah with a swim of 1:24.29. Air Force diving coach Stan Curnow was named co-Diving Coach of the Year and Kar-

mondy earned the Senior Recognition Award. Compiled from Athletic Media Relations

HEW RECORDS SEb

qo/ s sv/tqqi/w; 5 DMA/G

Assistant Coach Capt. Matt Davis, Drew Hauffe, Ben McCorkle, Andrew Bergman (on stand), Kai Yamashiro, Ryan Moss, Matt Ju rcak, Br•yan Avery, Justin Day, Justin Hauffe (on stand), Justin Lapin, Spencer Liedl, T.J. Cowling, Nick Uzelac, Nick Dixon, Matt Karmondy (on stand) Butt, Matt Sievers, Layne Wilson, Chris Knaute, Ted Saitz, Paul Parmenter (on stand), Phillip Cole, Head Coach Rob Clayton

400 free relay.

Spencer

the tuck position from the three-meter springboard and

stretches for entry into the water.

Denver

140-101

Early Bird Invitational 3rd CC/CSM/Metro State SMU

3-0

52-62

TCU

121-120

Speedo Cup* UC-San Diego

3rd L

Wisconsin-Milwaukee W Denver L UNLV

BYU

Utah

W Wyoming MWC Championships 3rd ‘swimming only

171-172 141-100 115-128 98-143

103.50-139.50 154.50-145.50 132-111

Falcons shake hands after crushing the BYU cougars.

Sports 111

irstie Colleen Smith, C2C Lindsey Kirch-

Dowds was the top diver for the Falcon worn-

hoff ,C4C Laken Stogner, and Jane Hwang

en,

placing fifth in the platform (181.25) and

teamed to swim the fastest 400 free relay

17th in the one-meter (205.20). C4C Meredith

time in Academy history, clocking in with a time

Leake was 18th (204.30), C3C Amy Get, 21st

of 3:29.71, taking seventh at the Mountain West

(194.65), C2C Lauren Bursey, 22nd (192.75),

Conference Swimming & Diving Champion-

and C4C Ashleigh Peck was 24th (191.90) in the

ships.

one-meter dive.

C2C Blair Leake

In the platform

narrowly missed

diving, Bursey

her school re-

finished 10th

cord time in the

(169.40), Peck 16th (152.85), and Get 18th (148.50).

200 breast by .23

seconds to place sixth with a time of

At a Mountain

2:19.73. C3C Tif-

West Conference

fany Biddle swam

dual meet in Janu-

the 10th fastest

ary, the Air Force

Academy time

women

(7-9, 2-5)

in the 1650 free

were led

by Blair

(17:21.96) to take

eighth. C4C Jane Hwang was the top

Leake, who won noberta Nitzberg catches up in the 400

a P air

fly.

of events

Leake won the 200 fly

Falcon finisher in the 200 fly, taking 13th with a

with a time of 2:12.62 and the 200 breast with a

time of 2:08.99.

time of 2:26.48. C1C Colleen Smith also won the

The Falcon divers performed well on the last

day of competition with C3C Danielle Dowds taking second in the women’s platform diving event; Dowds had 209.80 points. The pattern of winning was set earlier in the season at the 2006 Air Force Diving Invitational at the Cadet Natatrium.

400 IM with a time of 4:47.20.

The Falcon women also won the 200 relay. The successful group of Kirchhoff,

Hwang, Stogner, and Firstie Carly Omizo won with a

time of 1:39.33.

Compiled from Athletic Media Relations Edited by C3C Raphael Watson

RECORDS

5 DMi/q

Kathryn Lewis, Lauren White, Laken Stogner, Lindsey Kirchhoff, Ginny Miller, Andrea Berger, Shelley Rodgers, Blair Leake, Emily Shanes, Lauren Bursey, Jenny Gibson. Back Row: Head Coach KC Converse, Danielle Dowds, Carly Omizo, Meredith Leake, Ashleigh Peck, Assistant Coach Capt. Maiya Anderson, Diving Coach Stan Curnow

Lauren White just triple lapped one of her opponents.

SDSU faces a crushing defeat at the hands of our lady falcons. New Mexico

| NE-Kearney/ CSM/

161-139

129-69/129.5-90.5/ 132-91/127-60

CC/Metro State North Texas

176-122

TCU

91-143

Speedo Cup*

6th

Colorado State/

SanDiego State UC-San Diego*

160-140

94-150

Wl-Milwaukee

102-135

Northern Colorado

146-152

Denver

89-136

UNLV

93-132

BYU

77-155

Utah

L Wyoming MWC Championships 8th

172-128

167-123 91-142

'swimming only

Qa uads Emily Shanes mentally prepares herself to perform the bearhug hold, flying crossbody,

high-kick combination.

Sports 113

ir Force men’s tennis coach Rich Gugat

heat exhaustion to defeat Josh Cohen of the

enters his 32nd season with the Falcons,

University of Miami, 6-0, 2-6, 6-4, in the first

he has four of his top six players return

from last season. Gugat, who needs 10 victories

round, then fell to Izak van der Merwe of Old Dominion, 6-3, 6-2, in the second round. Buck

to become the second active coach to reach 700

has the school’s career leader in dual match

career

wins, hopes this year’s team can compete

in the alwaystough Mountain West Conference.

Once again, leading the way for Gugat is senior

Shannon Buck, the team’s No. 1 player for the

winning percentage at 91.5 percent (65-6). Senior Trevor Johnson is the squad’s No. 2 player but was mostly at the No. 3 spot last season. Johnson was 4-4 in the fall in singles

fourth consecu-

and was 4-3 in

tive season. Buck,

doubles with

who is ranked No.

Buck. All four

15 in the country

victories came

entering the spring

at the Mountain

season, had a very

paign, posting an

Region Championships prior to falling in the

11-4 record. Buck

finals. Johnson

successful fall cam-

became the first

and Buck enter

Air Force player

the spring season

participate in

ranked No. 11 in

the ITA National

the country. C2C

Indoor Champion-

Justin Lau and

ships after advancing to the finals of

der will occupy

the Mountain Re-

the Nos. 3 and 4

gion Tournament.

spots after play-

Ffe also made it to

ing at Nos. 5 and

the round of 16

6, respectively, last season. Lau

at the Polo

Robert Alexan-

Ralph

Lauren All-Ameri-

Men’s Tennis

spent most of the season at the No.

Championships for the second straight

tion last season,

can

5 singles posi-

year.

posting a 14-20

Buck defeated four players in the

top 50 last fall, in-

overall record and 13-15 mark

The lonely tennis ball cowers in fear as the

in dual matches.

looming racquet quickly draws near.

eluding a decisive, 62, 6-2, victory over No. 15 Tom Eklund of South Carolina in the first round of the All- American

Championships. He also beat No. 31 Rohan Gaijar of Arkansas, 6-2, 6- 0 (2nd round, All-American Championships), No. 44 Adam Holmstrom of Denver, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 (semifinals, Mountain

Region Championships) and No. 47 Marko Bundalo of Colorado, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 (round of

16, Mountain Region Championships). Buck, who was 26-3 overall in singles and 21-1 in dual matches last season, became the first player in Air Force history to win a match at the NCAA

Division I Singles Championships. He overcame

He was 6-5 overall

last fall. Alexander, meanwhile,

played the majority of his matches at the No. 6 spot, where he was 9-9, and was 14-13 overall in

singles play. Lau and Alexander should also move up to the No. 2 doubles

3 last season. Juniors

spot after playing at No. Ryan White and Keith

Cronican and sophomores Kenneth Cotter,

Greg Ferry and Harrison Maloy round out the list of returners. Though the season did not quite turn out as expected the Falcons held strong for a good season.

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Front Row:

Robby Alexander, Keith Cronican,

Trevor Johnson,

Ryan White, Greg Ferry, Justin Lau, Shannon Buck. Bjorn Langefeld, Ken Cotter,

Back Row: Assistant Coach Capt. Rene Ramirez, Mike Clawson, Grant Keaton, Harrison Maloy,

Ryan Clisset, Kyle Epperson, Head Coach Rich Gugat

singlt Trevor Johnson smashes his serve down.

UC-Riverside Point Loma Nazarene Montana State Northern Arizona South Dakota State Idaho State Nebraska

the nick of time.

winning percentage at 92.1 percent (82-7 record).

3-4

7-2

2-5

5-2

7-0

4-3

1-6

Creighton

7-0

Metro State UCCS Montana Denver UMKC Weber State Northern Colorado

6-1

7-0

5-2

0-7

2-5

UNLV

1-6

San Diego State

0-6

Utah BYU

1-6

L L New Mexico L TCU Point Loma Nazarene W

2-5 1-6 1-6

5-4

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As Air Force head coach Kim Gidley enters

her eighth season with the Falcons, she finds

herself with as deep a team as she has had in her previous seven seasons. With two of the

top three players back from the 2004-05 campaign and a solid group of freshmen, Gidley’s

expectations for the ‘05-06 season were very high. Gidley, the first civilian coach in program history, is the winningest coach in the program’s history with a 98-92 career record entering the ‘05-06 campaign. Leading the way this season is the lone senior on the squad, team captain and No. 1 player Kat Bushey. The team’s MVP, Bushey won a team-high 16 overall singles matches and 11 dual matches at the top spot last season.

She was also honored by the MWC as

its Sportsmanship Award winner, the third

straight year a Falcon has won the award. She and Karissa Walker had a solid doubles campaign, winning 17 matches last season. Bushey had a very successful fall season, including pairing with freshman Christine Abayan to advance to the quarterfinals of the 2005 Wilson/ITA Central Region Doubles Championships. Bushey and Abayan, who finished the fall with an 11-4 record, defeated the tournament’s No. 1 seed from BYU in the round of 32 before falling to Megan Bjorkman

and Hadley McFarlane of Boise State, 8-4, in the quarters. It was the furthest any Air Force

female player or team has advanced at a Division I regional tournament. The pair is also

ranked No. 8 in the Central region entering the

spring season. Sophomore Lauren Wilson posted 15 overall victories, including 12 dual matches while switching between the Nos. 3 and 4 positions. She played most her doubles matches with fellow sophomore Erika Shortridge and the pair combined for seven victories. Wilson and Shortridge each went 5-6 during the fall season.

Another tough schedule awaits the Falcons in 2005-06. The fall season was once again

dominated with tournaments, including the USAFA Invitational as well as tourneys at

Wyoming, Texas Tech and Utah. Compiled from Athletic Media Relations Edited by C3C Raphael Watson

Head Coach Kim

Gidley, Meghan Kiser, Christina Ahayan, Liza Vaccaro, Kelly Morgan, Kat Bushey, Lauren Wilson,

Anastasia Kostrubala, Karissa Walker, Erika Shortridge, Major Mark Dibben (officer rep.)

Colorado

0-7

VA Commonwealth

0-7

William & Mary

0-7

Northern Arizona

7-0

South Dakota State

7-0

Northern Colorado

7-0

Nebraska

0-7

3-4

Drake

Army

3-4

Texas State

3-4

Texas Tech

1-6

Abilene Christian

3-4

CSU-Pueblo

7-0

Wyoming

4-3

UTEP

6-1

Metro State

7-0

Missouri

1-6

UCCS

7-0

New Mexico

0-7

TCU UNLV San Diego State

0-7

1-6

2-5

Utah

2-5

8YU

0-4

MWC Championships Apr 27-29

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Front Row: Jamie Illig, Margaret Frash, Dana Pounds, Danielle Pozun, Jen Neville, Ayana Floyd-James, Deb Durey, Casey Johnson, Becky Stone, Kate Papenberg. Second Row: Sean Houseworth, Joe Curran, Kyle Jones, Parker Cowles, Matt Hellier, Anthony D’Amato, Josh van Wyngaarden, Ian McFarland, Dan DeRusha. Third Row: Tiffany Moore, Yvonne Johnston, Amy Gilliland, Michelle Fryling, Greg Smith, Sebastian Ortiz, Matt Williams, Daniel Castle, Devin Hart, Kim Brady. Fourth Row: Dierra Poland, Kelly Robinson, Kristine Muth, Calvin Glass, John Payne, Nick Luina, Billy Flynt, Dawn Higginbotham, Lindsay Bengard, Nick Wilson, Jonathan Burks. Fifth Row: Manager, Manager, Manager, Capt Jake Gensic (assistant coach), Bob Graf (volunteer coach), Ron White (volunteer coach), Ralph Lindeman (head coach), Scott Irving (assistant coach), Mark Stanforth (associate head coach), Manager, Manager, Manager, Manager. Sixth Row: David Lissy, Brian Walsh, Sean Lissy, Michael Kemp, Matt Isenbarger, Skylar Morgan, Matt Pinson, Dan St. Clair, Kevin Hawkins, Matt Schwandt, Bryan Jones, Marcus Wells. Seventh Row: Matt Gensic, Kyle Meakins, Joel Nolan, Andrew Galbraith, Ian Hurdle, Richard Elmore, Jason Beck, Travis Patterson, JeffGosselin, Casey Bayne, Jeff Coverale. Eighth Row: Addison Schenk, Justin Kluk, Olivia Korte, Justin Mason, Brian Rahl, Kirk Devine, James Herold, Brandon Murphy, Harmon

Gage, Matt Pfarr, Creighton Moorman.

e Air Force

volleyball team officially con-

eluded the 2005 season when it celebrated at the

end-of-the-year banquet Feb. 7. The coaching staff, headed up by head coach Penny LucasWhite, handed out the yearly team awards, while recapping an eventful season. The Falcons posted a 5-28 overall record, while tallying a 1-15 slate in the Mountain West Conference. The Falcons earned victories over South Carolina State, Butler, Utah Valley State, and The Citadel in the non-conference slate,

while picking up a three-game sweep of MWCnewcomer TCU in

league play.

Firstie team captain Kristin Hamlett was

named the Most Valuable Player for the second

straight year. Despite missing 20 games with an ankle injury, Hamlett cruised into the program’s all-time lists with 1,178 career kills. She is the second Division I athlete to etch her name on the program’s all-time list. She also

made her way up the single-season blocking records with 32 solo (third), 65 assisted (sixth) and 95 total (fourth) blocks. She averaged a team-

best 3.27 kills per game (330 total), while also

leading the way with 0.96 blocks per game. For the second straight season, Firstie Rebecca Gallegos was named the team’s best all-around player. Third on the team in kills-per-game with

2.18, Gallegos was also a defensive threat. She collected 230 digs, which is not only the secondbest on the team, but the seventh-highest total in Division I history. Gallegos also served up 21

service aces, while accumulating 37 blocks.

Cadet 4th Class Jasamine Pettie picked up a

pair of awards, earning the Rookie of the Year and Most Improved awards. Making 23 starts as a freshman, Pettie concluded her inaugural season with 93 kills, 12 assists, 12 digs and 33 blocks. In the match against San Diego State, Pettie led the team with a .471 hitting percentage, backed by a career-best 10 kills on 17 attempts, while committing just two errors. Last year’s top rookie, three degree Kim Kallabis received the Coaches’ Award. She led the team with 34 service aces, while

posting 0.77

assists per game. Her 34 aces is the seventh-best

single season total in the Academy’s Division I history. She was also one of five Falcons to clear the 200-digs plateau, despite her 5-5 frame. Kallabis recorded the first solo and assisted blocks of her collegiate career at Colorado State.

The Air Force volleyball staff will have a new look in 2006, as head coach Penny Lucas-White

announced the hiring of former USA National

Volleyball Team member, Kyle Robinson, to the Falcons’ coaching staff. Compiled from Athletic Media Relations

RUJRRDS S RCCOLRDES

WORM'S VOLLEYBALL I

Front Row: Verna Julaton assistant coach, Morgan Dolan, Carly Siefken, Rebecca Gallegos, Kim Kallabis, Ellen Bina, Tracee

Curlett (manager). Back Row: Maj. Ferrelle Smith (volunteer assistant coach), Lt. Col. Scott Nelson (assistant coach), Tara

Dunn, Rebecca Gerton, Briana Thomas, Brooke Akers, Kristin Hamlett, Jasamine Pettie, Kristina Stewart, Penny Lucas-White

(head coach), Jacob Lambach (manager), Thea Alii (manager)

left after a spectacular play.

Kimberly Kallabis gets low to ensure proper control of her picture-perfect dig.

Xavier

0-3

UNC-Wilmington

2-3

South Carolina State

3-0

Southeast Missouri St. L

2-3

Butler

3-1

San Jose State

1-3

Weber State

0-3

Utah Valley State

3-2

Northwestern State

1-3

Navy

1 -3

The Citadel

3-0

Army

1-3

South Dakota State

1-3

Utah

0-3

BYU

2-3

San Diego State

1-3

UNLV

1-3

New Mexico

1-3

TCU

1-3

BYU

0-3

Utah

1-3

Denver

0-3

Colorado State

0-3

Wyoming

0-3

UNLV

0-3

San Diego State

0-3

North Dakota State

2-3

TCU

3-0

New Mexico

2-3

Wyoming

0-3

Colorado State L MWC Championships L

0-3 1-3

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Kimmich netted his lone goal of the day with 55

taving off another upset, the sixth-seeded Air Force water polo team registered an 11-10

seconds left in overtime. It would prove to be the

overtime victory over lOth-seed Pomona-

gamewinner.

Pitzer in November to take ninth place at the

The team finished its regular season with a

Western Water Polo Association Tournament,

hosted by Loyola Marymount. The Falcons fin-

pair of victories, defeating La Verne, 6-5, and Claremont-Mudd-Scripps, 5-4, on the road. The

ished the season at 12-15 overall.

Falcons went into the post-season with an 11-13

Both teams traded points throughout the first period with the Falcons scoring two goals, both on extra-man opportunities. However, it was Pomona-Pitzer that took the lead by the end of the quarter, holding a 3-2 advantage. An early second-quarter goal by Firstie captain Jeff Donaldson tied the score once more, but by halftime, the Sagehens found themselves back on top, leading 5-4. Air Force owned the third quarter, outscoring

overall record and 9-7 mark in the WWPA. The second contest of the day would prove equally close, as the Falcons traveled to CMS to

finish the weekend. Air Force got out to a 1-0 lead in the opening quarter with a goal by two

degree Justin Berry, while Brewer’s second-period score helped the Falcons to a 2-1 advantage at the half.

Head coach Jeff Ehrlich completed his seventh season at the helm of the Air Force water

Pomona-Pitzer 4-0, to

gain the 8-5 advantage. However, the Sagehens were not

polo

program. He came to the Academy in 1999

after a 25-year stint

done, draw-

at Villa Park

ing three ejections in the fourth period and scoring on each one. After trailing 9-6,

High

School in Orange

County, Calif. With the Falcons’ vie-

tory over CMS to end

Pomona-Pitzer rattled

the regular season,

off three unanswered

Ehrlich reached an

tallies to tie the game

important milestone, getting his 100th career victory. During his time at the Academy, Ehrlich has averaged more than 14

with 2:25 remaining in regulation. Neither team was able to

gain

the upper hand, send-

ing the contest into

Leading scorer Clark Condict swims to get the ball.

overtime.

wins a season.

Cadet 3rd Class Justin Berry registered his third goal of the day just 30 seconds into the first

In his first six years at Air Force, Ehrlich has led the team to a combined 89-82 overall record.

overtime period, while the Sagehens were held

Additionally, the Falcons have been nationally

scoreless. That changed midway through the

ranked in the top 20 at the conclusion of each of

second overtime period, when Pomona-Pitzer’s

Ehrlich s six seasons, with a best final

Tim Brown notched his sixth goal of the morn-

13th in 1999.

ing, tying the score for the seventh time. But Air Danny

Force answered back when two degree

ranking of

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C0RCH HltS 100 UlinS

ia/ATER POLO

Front Row: Ryan Jordan, Miles McMullan, Peter Larsen, Denver Saunders, Chris Pace, Joey Brewer. Middle Row: Chris Nitzel, Damon Jones, Blake Picked, Matt LeBlanc, Jonathan Aronoff, Clark Condict, Tyler Hewko, Nick Burton, Kyle Schafer, Roland McDaniel. Back Row: John Fitzgerald, Kevin Williams, Jeff Donaldson, Danny Kimmich, Justin Berry, Zach Carey, Ryan Du-

puis, Eric Gobrecht, Jake Bailey

Christian Blume prepares to make an

Joey Brewer fights off a tough opponent,

offensive play.

Pepperdine

3-12

Pomona-Pitzer

7-3

UC-Santa Cruz

5-4

Long Beach State

3-11

Redlands

6-7

Whittier

12-11

Santa Clara

12-4

Occidental

13-7

Brown

4-7

Loyola Marymount L

7-12

Iona

8-5, 11-7

Stanford

5-15

St. Francis

7-8

Santa Clara

6-8 OT

UC-Santa Cruz

6-4

Santa Clara

4-3

BYU-Hawaii

10-11 OT

Pacific

3-9

UC-Davis

3-10

Loyola Marymount L

5-10

Redlands

4-5

La Verne

6-5

Claremont

5-4

Team captain Jeff Donaldson defends against an

UC-Davis

2-4

opponent's score.

UC-Santa Cruz

6-7

Pomona-Pitzer

11-10 OT

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our wrestlers

competed strongly at the na-

tional meet, but finished their seasons on the first day of action at the 2006 NCAA Cham-

then upset in the second round, suffering a fall in 2:52 to third-seeded Frankie Baughan of Army.

Strong quickly bounced back in the consolation bracket, first posting a fall of the Coast Guard

pionships. Firsties Brandon Strong, Beau Tresemer, and

Brenden McLean and three degree Jake Kriegbaum all lost in their first-round bouts.

Academy’s Eric Heithaus in a season-best time of 0:19, before pinning Norwich’s Brian Zane in a mark of 0:57 in the third-place bout. As a result,

At the NCAA West

Strong was named the recipient of the Most

Regionals, the team finished in fourth

Falls Award, finishing

place. Strong finished

with three pins in a

second at 125 lbs.

total time of just 3:32.

Kriegbaum finished

The Air Force wres-

second at 141 lbs.

tiers will say goodbye

With five total

to six Firsties as well

placewinners, the Air

Force wrestling team

head coach Wayne

Baughman, who is bringing an end to his

took fifth place at the

All-Academy Wrestling Tournament, hosted this year by the

27-year career at the

Academy. The Falcons

Academy. Baughman is the winningest wrestling coach in Air Force history, with a 173-

tallied 44 team points

109-5 record. He has

to finish behind Navy

accomplished winning

(117), Army (110), The Citadel (73.5),

seasons at the helm.

U.S. Merchant Marine

records in 17 of the 24

and Virginia Military

Whether in the

Institute (77).

Pacing the Falcons Strong and two degree Chris Nissen, each finishing third in their respective weight classes. Strong, seeded second at 133 pounds, began with a first-round fall of The Citadel’s Billy Bullwinkle, pinning his opponent in a time of 2:16. He was

military or as a civilian, Baughman has been a

were Brandon

leader in many different endeavors. He served as Chief of Air Force

Sports Programs for five years and was the direcgeneral manager for the 1986 World Cycling Championships. Compiledfrom Athletic Media Relations

tor of operations and assistant

sbRonG competition

n/RESTlW

Pendleton. Second Row: Zach Lord, Jon Koch, Anthony Dorward, Chris Nissen, Greg Ford, Nathan Hawkins, Bridger Lord, James Miller, Matt McDiarmid, Andrew Teigeler, Shane Manuel. Third Row: Lt. Col. Doug Wells, Ajvish Varatharaj, Joshua Smith, Brandon Davis, Chris Szabolcs, AJ Harris, Duane Miller, Brady Augustin, Stephen Crozier, Josh Arnall, Robert Strong, Josh Martz, Wayne Baughman. Back Row: Maj. Matt Ciccarello, Brett Boyce, Kurt Skarstedt, Jacob Devlin, Peter Bozynski, Brenden McLean, Frank McGrath, Jacob Lynes, Adam Swift, Beau Tresemer, Zane Hershey, Billy Blumhoefer

Non-team scoring Cowboy Open Non-team scoring UNC Open Non-team scoring Oklahoma Open Las Vegas Invitational 45th

CO School of Mines Midlands Invitational

32-9

Non-team scoring

Portland State

38-9

Western State

14-21

Adams State

Colorado Collegiates

2nd

North Dakota State

9-27 12-25

15-27

South Dakota State

All Academy Champ.

5th

Cal State Fullerton

Wyoming Utah Valley State

12-33

20-24

Northern Colorado

18-22

NCAA West Regional

4th

12-25

NCAA Championships 4 qualifiers

Stephen Crozier working the chicken wing in an attempt to earn back points.

7ar.h I nrd rides his oDDonent to victory with a tight waiste near-arm move.

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“When you have confidence you can have a lot

offun. And when you have fun, you can do amazing things ,

”

-Anonymous

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Academy Singers, Wings of Blue Blossom at 2006 Rose Bowl

ore than

94,000

spectators and an estimated

live television viewing

commercial sponsors picking up the tab. These soon-tobe second lieutenants did us

all proud.”

audience of some 50 million were

captivated when the

Academy Singers and the Wings of Blue did what they do best represent the U.S. Air Force Academy with pride. To do so at the ultimate college football -

game of the year, the 2005 National Championship,

“The excitement

generated by large stadium crowds automatically increases one’s adrenaline,”

said Dr. Joe Galema, leader of the Academy

Singers.

indescribable feeling of

other-worldliness as you enter the

made it all the more

prestigious for all involved. Big events were not new for either performing unit, however, according to some,

“There is an

playing field.”

Galema and his group had not rehearsed for to the event as the was

timing right on the heels of

the Rose Bowl is one of those

winter break.

events that creates once-in-

a-lifetime memories.

According to Chief of Community Relations

Eddie Lee, this degree of exposure for the Academy is priceless. “It would cost

the government millions

Therefore,

extended rehearsal was

scheduled the night before to put the final touches on the

complex patriotic medley presentation just hours before the nationally broadcast performance. The whole while,

of dollars for this kind of

members from the

television visibility if we had to pay for it,” Lee said. “Instead, all of America

Academy’s Wings of Blue were practicing for their own brand of spectacular

enjoyed seeing first-hand

“touchdowns” with their

our finest young men and

target positioned right

women from all over the

behind the singers’ stage at

United States, both as

mid field. The combination

vocalists and precision sky

of highly-polished harmonic

divers, simply by tuning

voices blending, with

into to the Rose Bowl with

simultaneous pin-point

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The Academy Singers and the Wings of Blue practiced for the big

game.

several weeks leading up

landings by the Wings of Blue precision skydiving team had the capacity crowd on its feet

...

where

fans remained through the

Wentzel, C2C Derek Bell, Monica Herrera and Jon

Lohse, and C3C Liz BuPane, Preston Gartner and

singing of the National

Whitney Salo. The group sang a two-minute medley of

Anthem by country mega-

“America the Beautiful” and

star LeAnn Rimes.

“God Bless America.”

Following the Academy

Members of the Wings of

Singers’ performance,

Blue squad who supported

Galema said this of his a

the Rose Bowl included:

cappella performers: “You

C1C Tanner Gibson, Ben

are the best of the

King, Tripp Johnson, Joss

best, and

I know the Academy joins

Martin, Ryan Poole, Mike

me in

sending their special thanks and pride for what

Hugerich,Tommy Sacchieri,

you do for your country. You are true ambassadors in

Alex Cos, C1C Mike

blue.”

Jason Tepool and Kevin

Academy Singers who performed included: C1C Lindsey Bergeron and James

Vance.

Lt. Col. John Oates,

Maj.

Hugerich, and Tech. Sgts.

Ken Carter Polaris Advisor

■

Country Superstar LeAnn Rimes performed the national anthem on game day and took time out for a group shot with the Wings of Blue team the day before.

represent the Academy well.

The Academy Singers perform a patriotic medley as members from the Wings of Blue descend before a capacity crowd and television audience of millions

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Marathon

Fitness The fitness club is for people

interested in physical fitness. It consists of bodybuilding, power

lifting, and overall general fitness. The bodybuilding team won the Colorado open team event in 2005. Cadet 2nd Class “Big Mike” Tuchscherer, CS-04,

took third place overall at the Junior World Championships in

power lifting. All the people in the fitness club are

dedicated toward bettering their own

personal physical fitness levels, whether for competitive or personal goals.

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Cycling

Triathalon

USAFA Triathlon Club

Triathlon is an endurance sport consisting of a swim, a bike ride, and a run. Distances range from sprint (500m

swim, 12-mile bike, three-mile run) to Ironman (2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike, 26.2-mile run). Our USAFA Triathlon team does them all. We have approximately 30 competitive members and 20 recreational members. Our primary focus for training is collegiate nationals, which is an Olympic distance race consisting of a onemile swim, a 24-mile bike, and a 6.2 mile run. Nationals is at the end of the year in April. We also do races in the fall, most notably Ironman Wisconsin. Wisconsin is the long-course collegiate championship. This year we took three athletes.

Triathlon members follow an intense training plan that begins with base work in October (building endurance) and ends with a peak in April. The peak comes in time for the primary triathlon season in the summer. Summer races include

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Women's Fast Pitch Softball

Women's H20 Polo Women’s Water Polo Club The return of a competitive women’s water

polo

club has been exciting for everyone involved. The club was originally established in 1984,

and the last couple of years have proved to be a

remarkable comeback. This year’s team captains, Cadets 1st Class Heidi Vermillion and

April Linzey, hope not only to return to Nationals

as the Southwest Division

Championships

but also to improve on their 7th at the Women’s National

place finish Collegiate Club

Championships in 2005. Your water polo team has the

returning six including the talents of first team All-Conference players Cadet 2nd

starters from last year,

Class Monica Herrera and Cadet 3rd Class

Amy

Moore, also named the Southwest Division

Player of the Year for 2005. and novice players alike. Everyone is encouraged to play regardless of their

Completing this team of 31 girls are experienced experience level prior to the Academy, and

the result is a dedicated and successful team. However, along with their hard work and motivation are

determined to have fun at each practice and as they travel

in the pool, the

girls

throughout the country. This year, the team traveled to

championship tournaments within the Southwest Division and a few California invitational tournaments as well. Our women’s water polo team is guaranteed to provide exciting games to the Cadet Wing and to represent our Academy competitively. 132 Clubs

Women's LaCrosse The Air Force Academy’s

Women’s Lacrosse team was started in the fall of 1995 to form a team that would

compete against other local teams and more to compete

importantly against our sister

academies at West Point and

Annapolis. The girls on the team have formed a strong bond with one

another as teammates and

friends. Every year we travel to California for the annual

tournament held at San Luis

Obispo as well as to the TriService Tournament in the

spring. This year the team had the opportunity to travel to Navy in the fall and play as part of the festivities surrounding the AF/Navy football rivalry. The team is led this year by four firsties: Rosyln Schulte (captain), Amanda Rasmussen, Bryony Veater, and Bridgett Whiting (captain). The team is 26 girls strong, and with the help of two firsties, Phil Krauss and Steve Gallagher, as coaches, the team has built depth and strength to carry on through the years. Our long-held slogan for the team is BE TFiE BEST (BTB), and we say it with pride and sticks held high before taking the field every game.

Men's Volleyball

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Ultimate Frisbee A

ir Force Ultimate (AFU), now in its 14

began the year with the loss of both team captains, players who led the team both season,

on and off the field and set the tone for every game

before the team ever stepped onto the grass. The largely inexperienced team, without any seniors,

began practice in August and worked through the entire fall semester to prepare for the 2006 season. After a few small tournaments during fall, the season in earnest at the La Chupacabra Classic in

began

Tucson, Ariz., where AFU lost in the semi-finals to Arizona, clinching 3

place.

The season continued at the Rocky Mountain te in Fort Collins, Colo, where AFU once

again

captured 3 place. The Southwest Regional College Tournament was

held in San Diego, Calif, and marks the end of the 2006 season for AFU.

The 2006 season also marked the first ever tournament competition

by a women’s AFU

Women’s Air Force Ultimate (WAFU) competed in sectionals, also qualifying for regionals with a 2-2 record. After a short, but successful tournament season, the new WAFU team is looking to come back stronger next year, prepared to play in more tournaments and develop into a strong competitive new team.

Aikido Club A

ikido is a highly effective traditional martial

art that was established in the early 1900’s by Morihei Ueshiba, a Japanese martial artist who had practiced and mastered many of the old style martial art systems. Ueshiba, known to students of Aikido as “O’Sensei” or “great teacher”, spent many years studying the arts of ju jitsu and

sword fighting, and mastered many weapons such as the spear, staff and bayonet. At his peak,

O’Sensei was known as the greatest martial artist in Japan.

Aikidoists do not try to initiate attacks, win

fights

defeat opponents. Instead, they seek to control and neutralize an attack not through sheer physical strength, but

rather through flowing circular motions that blend with the energy of an attack and redirect that energy back against the attacker.

The techniques of Aikido are designed to harmonize with the power and direction of the attack and convert it into a force that will unbalance the attacker and render him or her helpless. Attacks are neutralized by the use of various wristlocks/arm

pins, rather than kicks or blows. Aikido is much more than a devastating method of self-defense. It is a method of self-development, and an opportunity to regularly confront bad habits and tendencies. It is a system that provides learners with practical solutions to physical confrontations, as well as a new way of looking at conflict in general.

Unite.c[ States Air farce.

Ac^ie-v^rj

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Flying Team

Ihe U.S. Air Force

Academy Flying Team is one of the nation’s

premiere flight teams. The team competes at a multitude of

levels, but has three main events each year. The first competition of the year is Region I, which is the USAFA Flying Team’s home flying grounds. Region I includes the states Colorado,

Montana, New Mexico, Utah,

Wyoming. Region II is the second competition of the year, where Academy is the guest of such teams as the private institution of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and any of the Arizona, California, Fiawaii, or Nevada schools. Lastly the most important competition is Nationals. The event is the most prestigious competition. The team

competes against all 11 regions, which encompasses all 50 states. During the competitions, team members travel for a week at a time to different

parts of the county to demonstrate their aeronautical expertise and overall Air Force professionalism.

Six cadets from each class are on the team at a time with a maximum of 24 cadets in the spring when the youngest

members are chosen. The team is challenged by its coach Bert Boyce who helps to lead and guide the members on their trek to

glory. In addition to the team are officer flight instructors who evaluate and facilitate the team’s progress. For the cadets of the USAFA Flying Team, the sky is truly thier limit.

Shooting Team

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Collegiate National

Championships

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Mock Trial T

he U.S. Air Force

Academy Mock Trial Team competed in

the American Mock Trial

Association’s (AMTA) National Championship Tournament in Des Moines,

Iowa, Apr, 7-9, 2006. USAFA earned a bid to the tournament by capturing

fist place in AMTA’s Great Southern Regional

held at Southern dist University in

Texas, Feb, 24-26, This was the first time in

history USAFA won a regional tournament outright. USAFA also placed third at University of Arizona’s Desert Classic Invitational Tournament, and 10th at another invitational tournament at the University of Missouri at Kansas City. At each invitational tournament and regionals, USAFA was also awarded three individual awards for both witness and attorney performances. recent

Equestrian T

he Equestrian Club provides

opportunities for cadets to learn horsemanship, provide

assistance to USAFA stables staff, and interact with a variety of local

equestrian organizations. The Club is open to cadet interested in learning about

experience ranging from the -time exposure to a horse to life-time

;es,

experience riding. The club meets twice week, during which time the cadets participate in riding lessons, trail rides, or feeding and mucking stalls for the stableowned horses. The cadets also provide many community services from helping Boy Scouts obtain their horsemanship badges to providing labor for local a

ranches during branding season.

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Chess he USAFA Chess Club is a cadet-

organization led by C2C Evan Wright and C3C Dan McLaughlin, with officer support by Maj. Antony Kolenc land Maj. Bret Kugler. The club helps cadets engage in competitive learning of [the game through participation in chess tournaments and weekly meetings. run

In the fall, five cadets travel to the East Coast to participate in the Armed

[Forces Tournament, where they compete against the other service academies for the

I Commander-in-Chief Trophy. In the s

spring, tour cadets travel to New

Jersey to

participate in a national amateur team chess tournament.

The experience gained by cadets playing and learning chess gives the cadet the ability to 1) think strategically—the

player must stay focused on the objective and coordinate all efforts and fronts to achieving that objective; 2) problemsolve—the cadet must achieve a goal (mate the king) and must be able and willing to consider, all options, even the unconventional, in order to achieve it; 3) be flexible—the cadet must adapt to the changing circumstances of the battle; 4) study—to improve, the cadet must be able to think critically and learn from past mistakes, written theory contained in books, and the experience of other players; 5) be disciplined—a game of chess can last for hours and the player must maintain focus throughout; and 6) character—there are no do-overs or take-backs in chess. Bad moves have extremely costly consequences. The player must face their shortcomings and errors and deal with them. The cadet must do so in a collegial environment. Humility is a constant lesson when dealing with an unforgiving game based on mental competence and cunning.

Pacific Rim

(the eat food club!)

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Big Brothers Big Sisters How many cadets are involved in BBBS: 140 cadets and growing

What kind of commitment to the kids do these cadets have: Cadets meet with

their little brothers and sisters at least once a month to provide a role model for underprivileged children (usually from single-parent homes). Some cadets meet with their little brothers or sisters nearly once a week.

[ What other activities do our cadets do with BBBS throughout the year: Activities include recreation at public parks, trick-or-treating for Halloween, a

visit to a local Family Fun Center, a holiday party while ice-skating in

the mall, bowling, roller skating, swimming, a day at the movies, and a visit to the zoo.

Activities occur once a month, usually Sunday afternoons, giving cadets an opportunity to interact with their littles in a fun, friendly,

and safe environment. How many kids and cadets were involved in Trick or Treat around the academy: Approximately 125 kids arrived at the

academy (“Littles” were invited to bring siblings) and were escorted by 150 cadets. Nearly 1,000 cadets were involved in the trick-or-treating or haunted house preparation. What was “the thing” in AHall before the actual trick-or-treating: The “littles” were dropped off in Arnold Hall by their parents and they met up with their big brothers and sisters. Caramel apples and apple cider were provided for everyone present. Employees and volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado were present to ensure accountability

Paintball

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Catholic Choir A

nother year down! Although this one hasn’t been the best for

travel, the Cadet Catholic Choir

progressed by leaps and bounds due to the expert guidance of their beloved director, Gary De Kler. With the official retirement of former Chemistry Department Head, Col. Clifford Utermoehlen, Col. Paul

Pirog, Permanent Professor and Head of the Law Department, has replaced

“Dr. U” as the new choir officer-in-

charge. Being a former member of the Catholic Choir himself, Pirog has been a wonderful addition to the group and will bring us to new heights (as the tenor section would undoubtedly agree...).

Fortunately, Dr. U has agreed to remain as choir accompanist for the present, and continues to amaze everyone with his

contributions.

Bluebards B

lueBards is a club dedicated

producing theatrical productions. Cadets direct, act, and fulfill production jobs as part of their membership. BlueBards exposes the Academy to the world of theatre through performance and involving to

members in every component of a show that goes on behind the curtain.

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could have

enjoyed exposure in this

two-page spread

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looking to promote your club activities here. To best achieve that, we need to hear from you! Ideally, clubs that provide seven or more photos to choose from and one or twopages of well-written text are most likely to get yearbook exposure. Call the Cadet Wing Media staff early in the school year at: 333-4644 to reserve your spot. We reserve the right to edit all submitted content for design and propriety purposes. Above the Cadet Wing Media staff: Chief, Maureen Welch; Yearbook Technician, Brittany Saxon; Administrative Assistant, Rocio Hunt; Writer/ e are

Editor, Debbie Evert; Yeabook Advisor, Ken Carter; and, KAFA Advisor, Dave West.

You can try all you want, but our team

These girls know how to cause a ruck(us).

omen’s rugby throughout the nation is fairly new to the American National sports scene. Back in 1995 there

were 167 collegiate teams, while this year more than 300 collegiate teams compete. Nearly 10,000 women are

playing college rugby in the years 2004-2006, with that number increasing yearly. With this growth comes more difficult competition, and the Zoomies welcome it. Although last year had a rough ending, the past has boasted great records for the Zoomies, including a few national titles, numerous All-American athletes, and even a few national team Eagles. This year the Zoomies looked good with some solid wins, a

championship at the High Desert Tournament in Albuquerque, N.M., in October, and an undefeated record in league play. The Zoomies, especially the 06ers who were on the 2003 national championship team, are hungry for another national title and hopefully they will get it. The Zoomie seniors wish all their teammates the best of luck in their futures at the Academy. We will miss you and we’ll see you in the Air Force. IT’S OUR TURN!

Cadets Nikki, Bing, JJ, G, Sarah, Brit, and Taren

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always gets the ball.

I got it!

In all weather, the men of our fearless rugby team take every point

they can get.

Fighting it out on our own turf the team battles out this scrum with extreme sucess.

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50 Years of

Feathered Flight n

Oct. 20, 1956 Cadet Frederick

passes, one could hear a pin drop in Falcon Stadium as

Frey carried Lucifer

high into the stands while his

they watched the first flight of its kind. With a quick toss

counterpart, Cadet Thom

and a loud shout, Lucifer

can be heard

first falcon, Mach One, as

walked onto the football

grabbed the lure in mid air

throughout the stadium supported by hundreds of flashing cameras trying to capture a glimpse of the mascot as it zooms by just overhead. And yet, while

field with a lure bag on his

and landed to the sound of

the reaction of the crowd

it was in the early years of

we now

proudly maintain 14

falcons representing all types that can be found in North America and some from across the

globe. And just as

shoulder and a gauntlet on

thunderous applause. Thus

has changed over the several

the program, cadets teach

his hand. The stands held

began the proud tradition of

decades of flight at the

other cadets the ancient

their collective breath as the

falconry performances

Academy, the methods used

art of

lure began to spin. Then

Air Force Academy.

to train the

share the symbol of USAFA

at the

performers

are

falconry to be able to

in an instant, Lucifer was

The performance has

the same used by those first

with those from around the

driving toward his quarry

progressed from its quiet beginnings as now sounds of applause, joy and “fly away”

taught to cadets 50 years ago.

world.

to the sounds of one lone

cheer. After the first of eight

The program has grown

CICRob Kurpiel

from its roots and from its

Courtesy Photo

Cary Reeves, Dan Samson, Sean Gorden, Brian Jang, Ryan Bamford, Rachel Johnson, Rob Tekell. Not pictured: Alisa Fellhauer.

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Kurpiel, Michael Cepak, Theodor Rosander, John

C1C Michael Cepak has just tosses the lure to Apollo after several passes. Apollo was just one year old and has been trained by Michael since he was about six weeks old.

To get a falcon to this point, it must be taught one step at a time until he is finally allowed to fly free.

C1C Rachel Johnson carries on the proud tradition of halftime

perforfootball games. After several passes Yeti landed to a thunderous applause. mances at the Falcon

Two-year-old male American Kestrel, affectionately known as Woody. Though the smallest of the falcons, he never let that stop him as his attitude made him among the biggest birds we have had and the favorite of the falconers from the Class of2006. He came to the Academy after a fight with a cat.

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Drum and

Bugle Corps

E one

very new school

placed in different instru-

year stands as a

ment sections based on

new

beginning for

of the Cadet Wing’s

most dedicated groups,

the Cadet Drum and Bugle

their skill level, past instruments

played, and needs of

the Corps.

Along with quickly

Corps. This year was no

learning their new music

exception as the Corps mixed proven upperclass talent with the potential of the incoming doolies. The beginning of the year

and abilities required of a

created relationships that

brought the sweet-if not a

will last a lifetime.

bit off key-sounds of the Drum and Bugle Corps

tryouts as the fourth classmen were auditioned and

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Corps member, the cadets also became quick friends in their new groups and

things

Not all

are serious

though. The Drum and Bugle cadets form a good-natured, rambunctious group,

keeping things lively with their own unique sense of humor.

During the fall season, nothing is quite as exciting as going to a Falcon football game. Before each home football game the

Corps puts on a pep rally

show opened with Night

Flight, then continued with the exciting sounds of Sabre Dance, and closed with the patriotically themed Flag of Stars. The Corps not only performs at all home games, but also goes to each away

ball stadium. Corps members blast their music, yell

game with the football team, traveling to such places as Salt Lake City and Annapolis. If you want

their lungs out, and dance

to travel around the Unit-

like crazy to pump up the

ed States representing the best of the Cadet Wing, the Drum and Bugle Corps is the place to be!

for all the fans in ‘the tunnel’ right outside the foot-

fans overhead and the Cadet Wing lined up behind them. This year’s field

This year’s Drum and

Bugle Corps, commonly called the ‘D&B’ at the Academy, was made up of nearly 90 brass players,

drummers, percussionists, and a flag corps who served as musical support for the Air Force Academy performing for athletic and military functions

throughout the year. The D&B plays for football and basketball games, the occasional hockey game in Aspen, with some skiing on

the side, and several festivals and parades around

the country such as Fiesta in San Antonio, Gasparilla in Tampa, and Winterskol in Aspen.

The single greatest thing

about the D&B is the

caliber of people you get to work with in your four

years on Corps. Cadet 1st

Class Thomas Wittwer,

the fall Corps Commander

periences and camaraderie

describes the Corps saying, “Representing the Air

shared among the people

Force with the Corps is a

significant highlight in ev-

wing that really make it

ery Corps Member’s time

worth the time.”

at the

Academy, traveling, marching, and playing music all help make the

Corps great, but it’s the ex-

(€

trust

supporting its members through their four challenging years as cadets. C3C Dan Wright

don’t realize how much trust is involved in drum

corps; you have to be able to trust every other person in the corps to give it their all every minute of every rehearsal, and they have to be able

C3C Phil Amrine

Drum and Bugle Corps

sive team; building up and

completely. Most people

to trust you to do the same. Otherwise, the corps will never be the best it could be.”

As you can see from its

years of service, the Air Force Academy Cadet

has functioned as a cohe-

“It’s great being in a group ofpeople who you now you can

involved and the relationships that form across the

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“Everybody has difficult years, but a lot of times the difficult years end up being the greatest years of your whole entire life, if you survive them” Brittany Murphy

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Firstie Life O

ne man scorned

and covered

the exponential growth

pile up quickly like

with scars still

of the “happiness factor”

strove with his last ounce

(the number of days until

of courage to reach the unreachable stars; and the

graduation/number of days completed). In some

world was better for this.”

cadets this final stretch

This quote from Cervantes’

breeds cynicism or even

Don Quixote embodies

fear of their dream being

firstie year better than

snatched away at the last

any other. Before writing

second. But for most

this story, I asked my

firsties in the R.T.B. class

classmates for quotes about

of 2006, it fuels a pride

this year, these twelve

to match the mountains

months that will culminate

and a joyful spirit is

in the graduation that we

unleashed in our hearts!

all had doubts at some

After a horrendous GR or

point about making it to. I heard cynical quotes and serious ones; funny ones

C1C Beckley, Divine, Daniels, Leo, and Booth fresh from the desert

and some too outrageous

noted, sir.” These words may

We slogged through four-

print! From Casey Montgomery, I received the cost-benefit analysis of arriving on-time to classes,

make us smile and think of

hundred level courses and

“Being

a firstie means you

don’t run to class anymore,

our own

daily lives here at

our last

PFT ever. It is all

can make any firstie smile

by reciting the countdown graduation: 104 days to go, 73 days, 15 days... And the happiness runs over in a to

USAFA, but at this juncture

one

most part we continued to

“Feel the Fire” baseball cap

run the race as

or an ear-to-ear

our cadet careers we must

stop and consider what it has

really meant to be here this

great push, and for the

icy walk to Mitch’s for mandatory breakfast, you

quickly and steadily as always.

grin. The

march into the stadium is so

But after four years there is that anticipation

close and our unreachable

that cannot be quelled. As

been a long struggle, but

of Matt Benza’s encounter

waiting game, the final push at the end of a long journey.

with an angry Sergeant who

The hope for our futures is

shouted, “Your uniform

constantly bubbling under the surface for twelve long months. It begins in that last

passes you feel the reality of graduation looming in

no matter how late you

final year on the hill.

may leave.” From another

This time has been a

senior, I received an account

looks terrible!” and Matt’s

was

simply, “Duly

summer here at

USAFA; the

rank on your shoulders is

the final Christmas break

the distance. The last P.E.

class, the last T7, the last SAMI; your list of final

stars are

we are

our

nearly here. It has

finally at the edge of

futures; we have and we

will make the world a better

place because of it all. C1C Erin Frazier

accomplishments begins

finally made of flat bars and not a

single chevron.

We ran basic,

instructed jump and soaring, and our names were at

the top of the staff lists for every four

degree. We played SDO during the school year,

checking rooms and putting out C!C Barbra Leo and April Linzey chillin'

outside a Pat Green Concert

“fires” in our

squadrons one evening at a time.

C1C Matt Mumm, Beau James, Scott Reynolds sport their Parade Dress Umpa-Lumpa costumes in Boulder for Halloween

Cadet Life 151

Two Degree Life T

wo-degree year:

nonetheless, filled with

and exciting time, is a

they will hit Air Force bases

committed but not

milestones and teasers of

sobering yet important

across the

quite graduated.

what is to come.

step in the cadet career. Just a little while longer

Ring Dance

“It’s about as normal as it

and AFSCs are two really big

gets” says C2C Mauricio

things

Monte of CS-11. No more

country as second lieutenants. For most, BCT and 4-degree year feel like

and the Class of 2007 will

yesterday. And now for

forward to. The Commitment

fill the most important

some members of 2007,

CQ and the privilege of

Dinner at the beginning of

leadership positions in the

“senioritis” has already set

owning an automobile make

2-degree year, while a fun

And soon afterwards

in (though some were still

most

2-degrees look

wing.

trying to recover from that particular ailment since high school). 2007 is now poised to take the reigns of leadership of the cadet wing and lead the Academy into yet new challenges with Recognition returned. C3C Jeffrey Weger

2-degree year so sweet and provides a bit of normalcy. However, it isn’t all fun and games for our friends in the “in-between” as

their responsibility in the

squadron is increased, filling in as element leaders and

other important positions. But it is an exciting year

C2C Vinny Grossman and

Nate and Jen enjoying a nice time in downtown NYC

Nothing like a nice sail back at home

Monica Wu hitting

beaches in SoCal

Mica McCratic Jenny Guilford having the time of there lives in Acapulco during Spring Break

Cadet Life 153

Three Degree Life

Four Degree Life C4C George Arbuckle

experience provides such a plethora of challenges and opportunities. The class of 2009 was pushed

of CS-11 sums up the

to every conceivable limit,

experience in three key

academically, physically and even morally as fourdegrees are introduced to

our-degree year is many things to different cadets.

words: “Challenging but

rewarding.” No other

and expected to uphold

future four-degrees. C4C

the Honor Code.

Arbuckle described receiving

were the

They

first class in

undergo the rigors of Recognition. two years to

Trailblazers to be sure, the standards their class has set is a challenge to

his Prop and Wings as the proudest moment of his cadet career thus far.

Through the hardships and the challenges, there were plenty of good times to be had. From stealing 2006’s class crest to CQ desks on

Spirit Hill, 2009 has

demonstrated considerable humor and creativity. Four-

degree year is the one to remember. The friendships forged during these trials will last a lifetime. Four-

degree year brings people together like no other. You would do anything for your friends, from explaining that complicated Raptor program, to encouraging your pal to squeeze out that last push-up during the PFT. 2009: You have taken your

first step into a larger world. It is your time to embark on

journey you will not soon forget. C3C Jeffrey Weger C4C Beaudreault, Uniacke,Schumann, Wilkins, Williams,Hendel rocking the stache

Maziarz Sullivan-Hope O'Bryant...First Shirt First Snow... nuf said

Tim Green, Jason Bartik, Andrew Veerathanongdech, Laura Walsh,

Toshiro Toyama and Josh Martz having fun in Denver

Cadet Life 157

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Young Boy's Wish Granted E

Afterwards, Tyler toured

ight-year-old Tyler Trevarton of

the cadet area with his

Broomfield, CO

host squadron, CS-31, and

dreamed of

ate lunch with the rest of

becoming a cadet. On Sept. 16, he experi-enced

the Cadet Wing, giving

what many cadets take for

Seats” from the staff tower.

granted. He was the first

to be an honored Cadet

During the afternoon, Tyler visited the Air Battle Laboratory to demonstrate his flying skills and was

for a Day.

able to tour Fairchild Hall’s

Tyler suffers from end-stage renal failure and is currently awaiting a kidney transplant.

academic areas. The Cadet

of many young children

during the academic year

He was able to visit

the cadet airfield and

enjoy breakfast in the air control tower while

the Wings of Blue

performed

parachute

demonstration.

the order of “Wing Takes

Chapel was his next stop as

he attended a service

with his family facilitated

by an Air Force chaplain. Tyler then was off to meet the Falconry team and enjoy a performance by mascots. After a prop and wings ceremony with our

CS-31, Tyler attended a barbecue hosted by his

squadron in anticipation for the football game

■■■■■■■I

Foundation and is

Above: Tyler poses with CS-31.

funded entirely from the

Left: Tyler adresses the Cadet Wing in Mitchell Hall. Below: Tyler renders a salute as he receives a squadron patch.

generosity of the Cadet Wing. It grants one young boy or girl the chance to experience the life of a cadet. C3C Jeffrey Weger

against Wyoming that Saturday. The next day began with a

tour of the fire station

and a visit with the Security Forces dogs, as well as a

tailgate party with CS-31. Later on, Tyler had the pleasure of watching the Falcons play from the Superintendent’s stadium box.

Through this wonderful program, cadets bring joy to the lives of young

children with terminal illnesses and make a difference in the community

by giving them the chance to experience the excitement of cadet life.

The Cadet for a Day program works directly with the Make a Wish Photos by C4C James Bowron

Cadet Life 159

SECTION a Brings

Spirit to Games

ection 8 is comprised of individuals from all classes

who come together to bring a positive light and support

all of the Academy’s athletic competitions. Some of these crazed fans go all out, others just enjoy the opportunity

that the wing gives us to let loose at these athletic events. I know as an athlete.. .1 love seeing the wing get involved and

support Falcon athletics.. .it’s our way of encouraging Air Force sports teams to help them bring home the victory! -

says Dana Pounds

ection 8 is awesome because we really try to let our teams know we support them. I

think a lot of the teams can appreciate that. -

says Mike Tuchscherer

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of temporary reprieve from the rigors of Academy life. Located in Arnold

Hall, Haps provides entertainment to

First and Second class

cadets of drinking age. From buffalo wings on

Monday to open mic on Friday, Haps I caters to a wide

variety of cadet interests. After

can kick back and knock down

a few brews while

enjoying a football ^ on the TV. Maintained game by the 34th Support Division, Haps contains a friendly environment with personnel who are willing to go that extra mile to see that the cadets are enjoying themselves. Like most things at the Academy, Haps is an upper-class privilege available only to firsties and 2-degrees, so you are not likely to find a band of four degrees ** marauding around mucking things up.

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and

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Cadating f hether most

cadets like to admit it or not,

“Cadating” is a subject near and dear in the hearts of all. It truly is something to behold when another

cadet discovers that special someone, who to be in the

just happens squadron next

door. Moonlit Terrazzo

walks, dinner for two at AHall and secret sojourns to Fairchild Hall are soon to follow.

Perhaps an exclu-

sive screening of the newest DVD to hit the shelves

of the Cadet Store in one of the dorm rooms would make a wonderful evening. Of course, the “Falcon lovers” never rest their weary

C3C Andrea Bush and C2C Reuben Ruiz-Perez

zontal service, and the door

provide a place where cadet love can truly blossom. Finally as Taps approaches, the “Cadaters”

is always 90 degrees open

must bid each other farewell,

with the lights on.

in order to be back in time for

selves on the same hori-

Walking to class together is always a special treat, and when the long academic day is over. Then the couple is

dorm inspection.

“Cadating” is an inevitable thing and will happen to all cadets, whether he or she is a four

off to Mitchell Hall, most

degree or firstie. In the end, it is

dinner of

better to have “Cadated,” then to

likely

enjoy

chicken, where fine dining

not have dated at all.

and a friendly atmosphere

C3C Jeffrey Weger

Upper Right: C2C Caitlin Butterfield and Cl C Matt Orlovsky

don’t let the zoo get them down. Lower Right: C3C

Kasey and Stewart

enjoy the beautful scenery at the Garden

of the Gods. Left: C2C Amanda Curtins and CICMike

Kendall right before

Ring Dance.

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New Orleans Evacuees Attend

Football Game H

urricane Katrina

C1C Abby Whitehurst

rocked our

and Nikki Jansen reacted

nation. The

level of devastation in the

quickly to an article in the Gazette about a family of 31

southeastern coastal states

from New Orleans who had

shocking. Similar to

recently arrived in Colorado Springs. They came at the

was

what happened on 9/11, this event evoked patriotism

invitation of their cousin

and a sense of togetherness

who works at a local hotel.

throughout the country. People from California to New York opened their

To help defray costs, the

hearts and homes to the

permanent place. “They had been cooped

evacuees. The

people of

Denver and Colorado

Springs

were among those

who offered relief.

hotel let them stay for free until they could find a more

up in their rooms since

they got here, for about a week, as they had no money

Lt. Gen. John Rosa, C3C Ryan McGuire and C3C Steven Mount

166 Cadet Life

Photos by C4C James Bowron

showing the Katrina evacuees a good time at the game.

and spent what little they

had on food. Nikki and I

got the idea that these guys needed a break,” Whitehurst said. Members from CS-31 escorted 14 of these evacuees to the Air Force versus San

Diego State football game on Sept. 10. The athletic ticket office generously donated 31 tickets so all family members could attend.

Receiving clothing and shelter is always welcome, but a football game was a

different kind of relief.

Before the game, the announcer asked

for those

in the stadium to observe a

moment of silence for

Hurricane Katrina’s victims

and in thanks for those

who have willingly offered assistance. During that moment of silence, seven-

year-old Ricky, exclaimed, “Hey, that’s us!” Attending the football game gave this large family a chance to shift their thoughts for a few hours. The smell

AP Photo

realized they lost everything.

They lost their house, possessions, and pets and had no way to even go back and look for their

things. It brought home the devastation of a single storm and made us realize that any

help we could offer would be appreciated,”

of popcorn, cheering fans with painted faces, and the

Whitehurst said.

announcer’s voice blaring

Katrina will never be

from the loudspeaker helped members shift their thoughts that sunny Saturday

afternoon. “It was difficult to hear their stories because you

The effects of Hurricane

forgotten. Many evacuees, including those who

Photo by C4C James Bowron

attended the football game, will completely start their

volunteers like the caring cadets at the Air Force

lives over in a new place.

if it’s as simple as extending an invitation to a

Academy will make their

As difficult as this may be,

Falcon football game.

transition a little smoother,

even

C2C Jocelyn Mitnaul

Top : This victim of Hurricane Katrina rushes to

find cover. Middle: Family members from New Orleans look on earnestly as Air Force played out their game.

Bottom: Flooded streets

stop cars indiscriminately as it traps compacts and Red Cross trucks alike.

AP Photo

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“It is fatal to enter any war without the will to win it” -Gen. Douglas MacArthur

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leva Bagdziunaite

Trier-Lynn Bryant

Vilnius, Lithuania

"Tree (like a bush in the ground)"

Engineering Mechanics

Trier, Germany Systems Engineering Management

USAFA has been most miserable four years in my life, but it gave me one

wonderful thing

great friends who

shared that misery with me. I love the beautifuls!

(Spanish) "Cause there’s a light in me that shines brightly, they can try but they can’t take that away from me. NO they can’t take this precious love I’ll always have inside me. Certainly the Lord will guide me where I need to go" -Mimi

Jonathan Nicholas Ball

Grant William Bubb

J-Ball, JB, Jonbl, Ballstein West Newbury, MA

Ace, Killer, Slugger, Champ Dover, PA

Computer Science

Political Science

“You can’t lose what you don’t put in the middle... but you can’t win much

“I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where

I intended to

either.”

be.”-Douglas Adams

Thanks to everyone who has helped me to get where I am. It was worth it.

Andrew Foster Braley

Brales, Bobby Boucher Valdosta, GA

Osborne Campos Oz

Biology

Charlotte, NC History

I have been part of the Academy for four

Thanks Mom and Norm for being great

years officially, but it’s been a part of me all my life. My dad, uncle, and aunt are

parents, I appreciate it. And thanks Ash and my other friends for hanging

all graduates, and I have continued the tradition. Like my father, I didn’t exactly

make the Dean’s list, well ever, but I worked my way through it and I finally made it. I’m going to miss this place, and

yet, I think a little part of it will always stay with me.

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around and providing good times.

Other than that, thank you USAFA for

making this a really useful four years of my life, standing and marching has really built up my discipline and bearing. After four years of hard work I can now salute better than most my age.

Jeffrey Mark Garnet Gosselin

Michael Arthur Cole

Michael

Goose

New Castle, IN

Cornelius, NC

Biology

Biochemistry/Minor in Spanish I came to the Academy to begin

This has been a great place for me to

life in service to society. Without the

excel and discover what makes me

person next to us and without a future generation, our ideas and thoughts

who I am. 1 have not made it through

here alone, and I thank everyone from

family, my

would have no meaning. Therefore, our

my parents, my sponsor

turmoil must be toward helping others.

roommate Deane Lake, and the entire

I have always felt a deep devotion and

Air Force cross-country team. I cannot

need to help people and our society

wait to graduate and make a difference

and give back a little bit of what 1 have

throughout the world.

received. Strive to make a difference!

Allison Beth Doerter

Andrew Shigeo Janiszewski

Alii

Political Science

Drew, Drewski, Janis Kihei, Maui, HI Political Science, Chinese Minor

First of all, thanks to my family, if it

There have been a lot of ups and downs

wasn’t for your support, Mom & Dad,

these past four years. Thanks to all

I wouldn’t be here right now. To my

those who helped, encouraged, and

friends: you made the good times great

inspired me. “Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” -George Bernard Shaw

Elida, OH

and the bad times tolerable. I honestly

don’t know what I would've done without you. Thanks for all of the memories. I would also like to thank my iPod, phone, & alcohol. Tm pretty sure I wouldn’t have

made it through without you either.

Javier Jasso

Javi, Hotsauce, Slopshow Carlsbad, NM

Management/Spanish A

man

is only given

much luck.

Panzer logic is out of control. Prove it...

can’t. You’re so money and you don’t even know it.

People are stupid. Do you need to get railed? What is this amateur

hour!? Our little baby’s all grown up! The fireman is very magical. You have your sin and I have mine. No excuse. Living for the nights I won’t remember,

with the friends I’ll never forget.

Michaela Anne Garcia

Eleanor Elizabeth Kunesh

Bozeman, MT

Ellie

Biology

Bethlehem, PA

Four years. I never would have made it

Systems Engineering Management

without my family and friends. Book

club, mil mon, movies... Thanks! Love

Thanks Mom, Dad, and Jessie for

you, rnic.

always being my biggest supporters! To my friends and Mach One buddies,

we’ve finally made it! Grant, thank

you

for the past three years, you mean the world to me. Two important

things learned...always keep faith and “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams!"

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Stephen Michael Music Jensen Beach, FL Military History

Deane L. Lake

Freak, Dean-o, Lakeshow, Big Freak 1

Stephens City, VA Economics, Management

Dreams do come true. Mom and Dad,

thank you for all the support and love,

tough kind. Eric, you always a source of inspiration and a guiding light. Jennifer, your constant support was never forgotten and always appreciated. Christy, Colee, and Emily you helped me survive a tough four years. I even the occasional

It’s been a wild and crazy four years. I

were

finally found some people to truly fit in with and I’ll never forget you all. To you fellas from freshman year, you are the greatest. Everybody from One, you were awesome

for the past three years.

love all of you. To all my friends at USAFA,

Mom and Dad, thanks for all the support,

guys, and we made it together!!! ILLEGITIMIS NIL CARBORUNDUM.

we made it

encouragement, and advice. Marilee, thanks for all of your patience and love.

Scott Panzer

Scotty P, Panz dog, Panzimonius Diamond Bar, CA

Systems Engineering Management AWESOMENESS!!! Family and friends, I appreciate everything you’ve done

for me. Rallying in Denver was tight. Chattin with babes all day. HAHAHA! It has been some good times; forget about

the rest of the stuff. Saying: Anyone wanna

get railed? Tightness. Halorizers?

Laitros. Shhlaters.

teg£SSSX -

Patrick Joseph McMahon

PJ, Easy

Arlington Heights, IL Biology

Clayton Marshall Pasco Lexington, KY Social Sciences Management -

Tract

These four years weren’t the best, but

Yes it was, but the guys from IX made

I have no regrets about coming here.

Thanks to Mom, Dad, Daniel, and Molly

it all worth it. Hope to see you all out there. Thanks to Mom, Dad, and Sarah

for being so supportive. I met some of the

for knowing I could do it.

best guys I’ll ever meet in my life here, you know who you are. Thanks to Ball though

for putting up with me for three-and-ahalf years. The Academy gave me lemons and no matter how hard I tried I couldn’t

make lemonade, but I still made it.

I’ll

Matthew N. Mumm

Thomas J. Sacchieri

Grapevine, TX Civil Engineering

Operations Research Blanchard, OK

never

forget all our amazing

adventures and the incredible Rhomstein events we had. I thank my Mom, Dad,

and brother Jeff for their support and love that helped me through. I would also like to remind everyone that

jaundice is the key to success. Texas, beau sgay.

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“...and though the Lord give you the bread of adversity, and the water of

affliction...thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk in it.” -Isaiah 30:18-21.1 could not

have persevered without my Savior’s

forgiveness, mercy, and love. Mom, Dad, Paul, Ray you supported me 100 percent. I will never forget all the painful and joyful experiences. -

Chesapeake, VA Electrical Engineering,

Christopher William Weimer Weimpiece, Piece, Baldy Niceville, FL

Humanities

Behavioral Science

“We are face to face with our destiny and

First and foremost, Mom and Dad,

Brian David Sump

we must meet it with a

high and resolute

thank you for helping push me through

courage. For us is the life of action, of strenuous performance of duty; let us

the past 4 years. It’s been the best times

live in the harness, striving mightily;

thank you for opening your home and hearts to a long-haired 17-year-old kid

let us rather run the risk of wearing out

than rusting out.”

Teddy Roosevelt

and the worst times. To the Lackeys,

and helping my way through. Edna, you’re the best vehicle 8 kids could hope to have. Who knew we’d be riding the short bus to school? Kids for life!!!

Seth Allen Weatherman Chewelah, WA

Jonathan Andrew Wilson

Tampa, FL Management

Social Science

If God brings you to it, he’ll bring you

through it.

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Jason Scott Boerboom

David Sidney Cordell

Richfield, MN Management

Aeronautical Engineering

I’m going to miss the cheap golf. Matt,

So my roommate asked me this morning,

thanks for being a great roommate. Katy,

“If you woke up today and realized it was the first day of basic and the last four

thank you for waiting.

Santa Rosa, CA

years were a (bad) dream, would you “ do it over again?” I replied, #### no!” I would not have made it through here

without the love and support of my other half

Michelle (TTAF). And of

course, I want to thank all

my family and friends for their support and

encouragement.

William Youn Chang

David Edward Drake Jr.

Fredericksburg, VA Systems Engineering Management

Dayton, TX Aeronautical Engineering

Mom, Dad, and Chris, thanks for all of your love and support during these past four years. To all the members of the

Drake

Fifteen weeks of Basic Training, TX, Recognition, after-school beat sessions, and five years here couldn’t keep me

Crew and Deuce, you guys are great. It

from graduating. For that, I say thank

has been a blast, with suits, ski season,

and those certain events. Thanks for

you to my family, friends, and sponsors. After 20 years pass and you start to

making the bad times good and the good

think, “It wasn’t that tough,” standup

times even better. I wish you all the best

of luck in the future.

was!”

Genelle Marie Chapman

Nellie, Kung-Fu Barbie Colorado Springs, CO Humanities When I look back in later years I hope 1

will find five years of hell worth it. Thank you Mom, Dad, Gabby, Michelle, Scott and to all of my family and great friends

who have supported me in my time here, I truly would not have made it without

you. Much love to all the P-school class of ’02, we’re finally done!!!!

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little taller and proudly say, “Yes it

Christopher M. Engeihardt Rolling Meadows, IL Astronautical Engineering and Physics

warn

Barbara M. Leo

Giovanna Espegio

Gio, Speege

Barby

Coral Springs, FL

Bartlett, IL Economics, Spanish

Astronautical Engineering, Russian Language Minor It seems like a lifetime ago when we first stood

What was hard to endure is sweet to

recall. We don’t remember the days, we remember the countless moments. Mom

footprints on in-processing day and walked up the BringMe Men Ramp for the first time, but we’ve finally made it, thank God. Ifyou set your goals right, and have the discipline— and internal drive—to work toward them,you

you. You’re my best friend and the greatest sister a girl could ever wish for. Thank you

will never taste regret Feel the Fire—Proud to

to all my friends who’ve been there for me,

be an RTB and a member of the Class of2006

I’ll never forget you. Ad Astra Per Aspera

(“Spaatzf). It was all worth it

and to all the stars that are yet to be had.

on those

and Dad, thank you for your love, support, and never letting me quit. Sofia, thank

Matthew Thomas Karmondy Ron

April Elizabeth Linzey San Diego, CA

Colorado Springs, CO

Mathematical Sciences

Aeronautical Engineering It’s been awesome, terrible, and everything

“Life’s a dance, you learn as you go.” Thanks to everyone who helped get

in between for four years. God has provided

me with

reason

talents and opportunities that are

absolutely amazing. Thanks to Mom, Dad, Sarah, Beth, and the rest of the family for keeping me sane for four years (and the food and laundry, too). Fellas, I’ve had the best times of my life with you...camping, Christmas training, MWC...keep the traditions alive,

though this place and gave me a to

smile :) Mom, Dad, Andrea

-1 couldn’t have done it without you. To

the Deucers for giving me a firat house to live in. And for the good games, good trips, and good times with the polo girlys- 7th in the nation ain’t bad! I want

the middle.

work hard, and swim fast. KS

Laura Elizabeth Lammert

Cheech, Lo, EWOK, Little Lammert

Jacksonville, Florida

Biology (Pre-Med)

Christopher Ross McClintock Phoenix, AZ Management/Political Science Wow, time really flew by like a penguin. Thank you to everyone who believed in

I thank my mom, dad, Lolo, grandma, Alex

(’03), Matt (UF ’09), Jen (’05), Kelly (’08), and God (Isaiah 40:31) for inspiring me.

to be a self-made man; thank you Mom

Kelly, hang in there and remember “the only solution is more cowbell.” Nicolais, thank you also for always being there. To

this was a team effort, and I truly thank

my RTB/LRC classmates, never remember

-Thomas Jefferson “Life is about choices

knew, but as a

and choices have consequences.” -Parco

me as a person you once

and my dreams. I can never claim

and Dad. To all my friends and family,

and love you. “Don’t talk about what you have done or what you are going to do.”

person who will never forget you!

Ryan D. Meiergerd Old Man, Gramps Eagle River, AK Materials Science I have learned more about life in the

past

four years than at any other time in my life. I owe this to all of my friends who

shared in this experience with me. Not all of it was good, not all of it was bad, but I still would not trade it for

anything.

I wish everyone all the best in the to come and I

years

hope to see you all again

soon. Thanks for the memories.

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Steven Louis Sager Somerset, NJ

John G. Meyers

Johnny Hot Springs, AR Civil Engineering Parents and friends from back home got me through

the first year. My friends at the Academy gave me a

stay. The love of the game kept my mind

reason to

off all the little things. Cherish the good times for

giving

unforgettable memories, and cherish the

hard times for making me stronger. Wouldn’t want to go

through it again, but wouldn’t give it up for

anything. Never Forget my roots. Never Forget the people that got me here. Never Forget the friends and the unequaled bond. Two words...Never Forget.

Aeronautical Engineering These past years have taught me a lot about myself and proved that if you

something bad enough you can make it happen. Thanks to my family want

and friends who helped me endure my time here, I can’t thank you enough for

all your support and love. I’ll always

remember the Crew and all the good friends I’ve made here.

Joshua E.F. Pascoe

Brett Lee Stevens

Pancho, Tobasco, Rodriguez Mt. Pleasant, TX

Peachtree City, GA

Biochemistry

Management

I have the most amazing family in the

These have been the longest five years

world and I would not have been able to

of my life (including NMMI) and I am

make it without their love and support.

surprised than anyone that I stuck with it and got through with decent grades and a normal level of sanity. I

I am also blessed to have met some truly

have had some of the best and worst times and met some of the greatest

amazing people during my stay here. Thank you to all my boys who have made the past four years unforgettable. I will see y’all on the outside!

people that I am certain I will ever meet. And when I graduate, “Y’all can all go to hell, and I’m going to Texas.”

James David Pearce

Matthew Raymond Sutliff

Tarboro, NC

Jokes

American History

Colorado Springs, CO

Military History

Here’s to those who allowed a small

boy from NC the pleasure of doing this hard work which is worth doing. To my family who taught me I could do anything I put my mind to, the people back home who rooted for me, the Rogers’ and Davis’ who made this a home, Pamela who kept me sane, town

my buds who walked beside me, Deuce, and God who placed me here with His purpose in mind. Thank Y’all!

Lauren Carter Robison

Garner, NC

This has been without a doubt the hardest and longest ordeal of my life. I would not be where I am today without my friends and family. There are too many people who deserve my utmost gratitude and

appreciation to list here, you know who you are though and I cannot thank you enough for all those times I fell and you helped me get back on my feet. Mom and Maureen, I love you guys. Thanks for all your support.

Nicholas Robert Tsougas

Nick, The Greek

Biology

Virginia Beach, VA Civil Engineering

Mom, Dad, and Lars, thank you for all of your love, support, and encouragement. You always believed in me. Ladybirds,

Thanks to my family, BUBs, the Deuce

thanks for all the good times and

have done it without any of you. And now

awesome memories!

Crew, and former Eightballers. I couldn’t for the quote.. .if you know where it’s from,

then I automatically love you. “They call them rogues. They travel fast and alone. One hundred foot faces of God’s

good ocean

gone wrong. What they call love is a risk, cause

you’ll always get hit out of nowhere by

some wave and end

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up on your own.”

Steven Adam Wilhoit

David Vera-Torres I

Austin, TX

Louisville, KY

Mechanical Engineering

Aeronautical Engineering

Thanks Mom, Dad, and Elizabeth for all your support and encouragement.

Let it be known as I have found, there comes a time when the

strength of men

fail, during which it matters not the

degree of worldly merit to which his name

attests, but the condition of his

very soul, that he may bask in the Light and eternally quell his thirst with living water. Whence then his weakness?

Jonathan Richard Nathan Kelley Weaver Jon

Manassas, VA

Space Operations This is for all the generations of my family who served our country with valor and

inspired me to continue that tradition. To Mom and Dad, who have always been my

guiding lights in life, I could never have come close to accomplishing my dreams without your love and support. The journey is far from over, always “boldly going.” *

mmm

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William B. Booth

Will, B-Cubed, The Squadron Eccentric

Florence, MT

Biology The Academy has been a real “trip.” There were so

many times I thought I wouldn’t

make it, but through the support of my

parents and closest friends, I made it out of here without skoking my eyes out. As I leave, there are only a few things that I will happily take away, and that is the people I have met and the good times we had. I know I leave here a better man because of them.

Thomas Jesse Brannen Canton, GA

Adrian Arge de Freitas Fingers, de Freight Train, de

Political Science

Fritos

Ceres, CA Computer Science It has been a long four years, but it is finally over. Mom and Dad, thank you for always believing in me. To my sister Genie, thank you for always putting

smile on my face. And to Michelle, thank you for your constant a

I love you all.

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support.

Ryan Eugene Enlow

William Christian Barrett Jackson

Avon, IN

Sunshine

Political Science

Monterey, CA Management

Thank you Mom and Dad for all your

support over the last 22 years, especially with the laundry every five months or

To the Crew: Thanks for a great four

your encouragement and guidance, I would not be who I am

Vegas ’04, Ski trips, birthdays and kegs in the Breckenridge condo, Ring Dance at Copper. To Nicole: My best friend, you always keep me laughing. Vegas ’04, Oktoberfest ’04, The OC, Breckenridge, Tennis, Wrestling, Dancing, Ring Dance, Switzerland. To the Family: Thanks for your support and strength, I love you.

so. Without

today. To all my friends at USAFA, good luck in your careers and thank you for the countless memories.

years, you guys made my time here easy.

Peter Christopher Larsen

C-Springs, CO Legal Studies Thank God I made it through this

place. Mom/Dad-Thanks for helping me

get in and out of here. I couldn’t

have done this without your

help,

support, and extremely close home. Heather/Andrew/Carrie-Thanks for all the encouragement, laughs, and for keeping the bird quiet. Julia-Thanks for all your loving support, understanding

and patience. Polo guys-Excuse me! You guys are sweet. I’m outta here.

Mark Adam Gourley Newport News (aka Badnews),

Joshua Howard Lavender

San Antonio, TX

Civil Engineering

Management

These four years have been grand. First

Looking back, time has flown since inprocessing. Thanks to Mom, Dad, Jen, and Jake for their support, to the Hayes’ for providing a second family, and to the

of all, thank you to my parents and brothers for your support. To the crew:

Brian, Joe, Christian, Trevor, Gordon,

Josh, Flowers

Benny, Danny, Fliet, and everyone else, I

friends 1 made while here. Best wishes

had some great times I will never forget;

to all

y’all.

especially spring breaks and Ring Dance. Remember to eat Popeye’s biscuits and honey and no matter what happens, it is, “No big deal.”

Louisville, KY

Kezziah Jayne LEoret Kazah, kezzi, Z, dirty jerZ Pitman, NJ

Political Science and

Humanities

Kevin M. Hullihan Kev

Humanities Thanks to those of you who made this

possible, you know who you are. It was quite an absurd experience at times, and I’m glad it’s over. It only gets better from here.

WU-terr: what comes out of the tap.

My whole huge family is what got me in here, my friends are why I stayed, and hopefully I leave with

something

like real lieutenant rank. In the words of my three-dig coach, missionary,

motorcyclist, brother and all around badass Erik Mirandette, “Keep up a good attitude, keep your chin up and don’t let

yourself get cynical.”

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Sandra Marie Rashash Jacksonville, NC

Katherine Ann Lockhart Kate, Katie, Kat

Marietta, GA

Space Operations, Basic

Civil Engineering

Sciences

I’ve had some of my best days here,

Wow, it’s finally over. It has been a long four years, but amazingly at times it

and some of my worst. Thanks Mom

seemed to go by fast. Thank you Mom

and David for always standing by me,

and Dad for believing in me. Thank you

listening to me complain, and

Ned and Nancy for the weekends away

then telling me to get over it. To the

Roses, I could not have done it without

from the Academy. Most of all, thanks

you. Thank you so much for opening

to all my friends that made this place all the more memorable, we’ve had some

your house to me. To all my friends, you guys are great and have made this place

worth it. Good luck to

awesome times.

everyone!

Dublin, OH

Joseph Paul Samek DJ Jazzy, SAMEK 3 Bloomingdale, CO

Management

Aeronautical Engineering

Maxwell W. Miller Don Flamenco

AFLAX, it’s been fun. Young laxers,

It doesn’t really seem like I’ve been

good luck, there won’t be a light at the

here four years, but it’s definitely time

end of the tunnel unless you make one, whatever that means. Well, that’s all I

to move on. Thanks to Mom,

Dad, and

Jen for all your support. The few times we’ve had together over these four years

got, see ya.

have meant a lot To all the Dawgs, the

Fresh Prince, certain Hooah friends from another squad, and to all my fellow

Glider Geeks, you guys made this place what I always hoped it would be.

Steven Ray Nelson

William Tyler Schoen

Scuba, Steve-o, Gramps Tucson, AZ Military Strategic Studies

Denton, TX Operations Research Thanks

everyone who got

Mom, no one has gotten me through this place like you. Pops, thanks for

through this place, and remember if the minimum wasn’t good enough, it

putting this silly idea in my head. Trav-o, there could never be a better roommate.

wouldn’t be the minimum.

Ty and Toine, y’all have always been there for me. Thanks. Katie, thanks for

understanding me the way you do. Air Force basketball, keep doing what y’all do. This place can burn you down, but only you can put the flame out.

Travis Tyier Patterson

Tpat, Tapt Simi Vailey, CA

Military History, Spanish Minor

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Reyn Michael Tetsuj Yamashiro

Spencer Gregory Wartman Topeka, KS Ops Research

Hilo, HI Behavioral Science

Daniel Jacob Weems

Danny Texas City, TX Basic Sciences You already know...

INI

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Nicholas V. Barnhart

Cody M. Brown

Air Force Brat

Downtown, Coati

Edgewood, NM

Astronautical Engineering

Aeronautical Engineering

Wow. It has been a long, tough four

Thanks Dad, Mom, Lace, Papa, and

years. Thanks to my mom, my dad, and all the rest of my family for all the

Nana. Thanks to the BSU gang and my

support you’ve all given me during my

four buddies; it doesn’t get better than

time here. I could never have made it

climbing, skydiving, skiing, road trips, and late aero nights.“...And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the

without you guys. Also, to all my friends: we

had some awesome times up here.

Thanks for making this place bearable.

And for myself ten years from now:

same.

“Yes, it was.”

own

As we are liberated from our

fear, our presence automatically

liberates others.” -Nelson Mandela

Todd Austin Bourgeois

Magno Leigh Cabiao Mag, Cabs Seoul, Korea Computer Engineering

Frenchy Albuquerque, NM History First and foremost, I would like to thank my

Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for watching over me these

past five years. I would also like

to thank my

family (Mom, Mimi, Anthony,

Mary, Troy, and Tara) who without your unending support, 1 would not have made it. Lastly, 1 will never forget the awesome times hanging out with my friends (Joey, Kelly, Josh, Cody, Mike Coleman, Bill Teten, Dan Moy). All the times will be in my memory

Adam Robert Boyd

Teddy Manhattan, KS

Management Mom and Dad...Thank you for everything, everything you have ever

done for me. I could not have done it without you.

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It has been a long grueling five years, but I’ve finally graduated. At times I was not sure I was going to make it but my buddies (especially from the P) pulled me

through. Thanks Mom and Dad

for calling and seeing how things were

doing and letting me handle things on my own as opposed to parents who called every night.

Donald Wayne Ewing III

Joey Dumas Baraboo, Wl

Thad

Aeronautical Engineering

Plano, TX

(Philosophy)

Systems Engineering Management

I would like to thank the LEWS, Mitch’s

scrabbled eggs, ODS, and Colombians. Without their loving support, I could

Above all, I thank God for giving me

through the last 4 years.

I would also like to thank (insert name

family, 1 love you all and thank you for allowing me to come to you for strength

of future ex-wife here) for waiting for

and encouragement. Brothers, you made

not have made it

the opportunity to serve Him. To my

I’ll love you forever or at least until

this place unforgettable. We all knew we

Seriously, thanks to everyone who’s helped me out along the way. You are truly what it’s all about.

were here for a reason, and you know we

me.

60 days.

went all out. Isaiah 6:8.

Justin H. Eagan

Daniel C. Graham

Port Allen, LA

Bismarck, ND

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Management

To all of the people who have helped me

through these last four years, I owe you everything. Your support has made all of the difference in my succeeding here. To my dad, mom, and sister, and those

closest to me, I love you guys and will be forever grateful.

Jennifer Lee-Ellen Evans

Robert Lee Arthur Grothe III

Jenny Tucson, AZ

Rob, VolarChico, S.C. Federal Way, WA

Social Sciences

Aeronautical Engineering

I first thank my family and friends for believing in me every day. I will never forget the friends and memories I made

USAFA: It’s about the last place on Earth

here. I wish everyone the best wherever life takes them for more adventures to

you, Mom and Dad, for supporting me

you would want to attend; it’s the first place you would want to be from. Thank

through these past years and tough times. Aurea, I am eternally grateful for your belief in me, patience with the

journey through and paths to travel. I will never forget the times with the Wings of Blue making this place one of the best decisions, and for meeting

distance, and faith in “us.” Sweetheart, I love you! JD, you were the best, strangest

my fiance!

roommate a guy could ever want.

Joshua James Evans

John D. Haiducek

Josh

Ninja, Hacker, Binary Midland, Ml Physics

Yorktown, VA Mathematical Sciences

(Russian)

“I figured a guy with your talent would be

wonderful parents, thanks for all the

helping the mad scientist department spice atoms...” said a professor of mine. Perhaps

support and love you’ve given me. To

not a mad scientist, but now I

Well, it’s been interesting. To my

get to be a bona fide scientist. Thanks to my family for their

my siblings, you’re my best friends. To my other friends, thanks for making it

enjoyable. Special thanks to the Talbots

support, the University of Michigan and AFROTC Det 390 for getting me ready for

and Ransoms- you made Colorado

USAFA, the Catholic Choir for helping keep

home for me. Isaiah 2:4. May God bless

my sanity, and the physics department for showing me how much I have left to learn.

our

great nation. ■■I

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Justin F. Pavoni Jr.

Jondavid Frank Hertzel

JD, Squirrel, Kansas Boy,

Philadelphia, PA Mechanical Engineering

Yohanavich

Lawrence, KS

Military History

Let’s be honest: lacrosse is the end-all,

“He trains my hands for battle so that

be-all. Attack-men are a disgrace and

my arms can bend a bow of bronze.” The most valuable things that I have

goalies rule the world. No excuses, play like a champion. My sweetness >

gained over the past four years are

yours.

the friends that have become so much that have even become family.

more,

Thanks for making it worth it. Here’s to our great nation and to the adventure

ahead. TCF

James Scott Kotowski

Teresa H. Sammons

“Mouth”

Holly

San Antonio, TX

Horn Lake, MS

Systems Engineering, Mechanical Systems

Management What I learned during my time in, out,

“We shouldn’t fear the unknown, we

and back in USAFA: there’s more than one

should fear the things we know but

type of moment, but the ones that really

change!” To Mom and Dad,

matter have nothing to do with EM120. They’re spent with and (sadly) without the

cannot

you are my idols. To Brian, I look up to you constantly. To Mary, your drive and

ones

who love you most, who encourage

sparkle are contagious. And to Grandpa, 1 hope to become half the man you are! To all my friends, I would have quit without y’all holding me up.

you to press on when times get hard,

Patrick H. Mitchell

Chad David Sanford

Vanilla, Mitch Oakton, VA

Sandy Charlotte, VT Systems Engineering Management

Social Sciences AFLAX #48

who are there waiting at the finish line to

congratulate you and spend the rest of their life with you. Thanks Vinnie, I love you!

Mom and Dad, thanks for

always being

there with me for these last four years. It’s been a long adventure and 1 couldn’t have made it without all the great

friends that I have made along the way, thanks guys for some of the best times of my life.

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Bret T. Saubert

Slobby Balls! Kalispell, MT Biology

Kelly Richard Wood Morning Las Cruces, NM

Aeronautical Engineering, German

First I would just like to thank my

parents for the continuous support

Thanks to my family, fellow ’04 Ready

keep me motivated to be here and

For Warriors, and the great friends I’ve

make it through. I will never forget

made in ’06. Thanks also Secretary

how many amazing people I have had

Roche, the 34th TRW, Agenda for

the opportunity to meet. To the bros,

Change, and Mitchell Hall. I only hope the real AF is as different from this place

you will be with me forever. Scotty, thanks for five years of tried and true

as it is in my dreams. D&C

112:10.

friendship. Love ya bud.

Tiffany Scheivert “Chibby” Greenville, SC English

Ryan A. Westby Wes, Westby Clinton Twp., Ml Management

Wow! I thought those 110 tours would

Mom, Dad, and Josh, none of this

end... Jeremiah 29:11-13: “For I

would have been possible without your

know the plans I have for you,” declares

love. Thank You for all you do in my

the LORD, “plans to prosper you and

life. Sarah your patience and support

never

not to

harm you, plans to give you

amazes me

daily, I will always love

hope and a future.” I wouldn’t have made it through this place without the help of my family and friends. Thanks

you. The Friday Night Pizza Crew, you are my family and couldn’t have made

Mom and Dad for four years of endless

friendships I have made, this place was

support.

all worth it.”

it without you. “If all I leave with is the

Adam Gerard Swift

“Spicy McSwift” Strongsville, OH Legal Studies To Mom and Dad, thanks for always

being there. To the Ciccarello’s, thanks for taking me into your home. To BUBs, one

couldn’t ask for better friends. To

the wrestling team, it was my pleasure

being a member. I’ll see you all down the road.

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Ryan G. Allen “Ry, Ry-Ry, Boston, Steve the

Samuel P. Bartron

Pirate”

History, Russian Minor

Billerica, MA Management

These have been the toughest years of

Sacramento, CA

my life, but I know I could have never

SD06, thanks for all the memories. To the crew, we had some great times. To

made it through this place without

my family and friends, thanks for all the support you’ve given me. You guys

all my buddies, thanks for everything

are the best.

the support of God and my family. To you have done. You made this place somewhat bearable and at times a lot

of fun. I will never forget all the great memories and laughs we had together. I cannot tell you how much I will miss you

all- “LCWR”

Thomas Scott Ashman

Andrew T. Baydala

Tom, Tommy Belvidere, NJ

Space Operations

Dala, Hi-speed Hoover, AL Operations Research

“Breach the hem of template rock; Proud and

Thanks to Mom, Dad, Kathleen, and all my

new, flee from the flock; Leave behind the

family for your support and getting me in here. Thanks to all my friends for getting me through. Thank you God for getting me out! BUBS: Canada, PV, Ring danceall good times. 2Bald5: Best room in the academy. Ears, Greendick, Grant, Farquad, Shawn, Omo, Theo, Bryony, Billy, Eric,

doors of your; And make your way amid the shore.” I am not the same person who entered these walls four years ago. In essence, I am still

myself, but I have learned so much toward becoming who I truly can be. And yet, there is still so far to go. My friends rock. I love all of you. Thank you. I also thank Mom, Dad, Ryan, and Kristin, for being the best family ever!

Monica, Boz, and everyone else- it’s been

Elizabeth Renee Baker

Ora Vincent Cranford Old Man, Gene Simmons,

Ramstein, Germany Management Mom and Dad, thank you for all your love and support, I couldn’t have made

it without you. To my friends, thanks for

seeing me through the good and the bad times. And to my favorite redhead, you

will always be in my heart.

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fun hanging with you guys. I’m out!

Rain Man

Plymouth, CA Humanities I can’t believe I’m

finally through this place, especially after three years of previous college experience. I can’t thank my family enough. Mom and Dad: thanks for believing in me. Cate: thanks for comforting me. Jan Dee: thanks for being a brother when I needed a brother. And to all my friends here: you’re all family and I would never have stayed if it weren’t for you. 1 admire everything that you do and wish you all the best,

William J. Ferries

Michael Fred Leary

Sheridan, WY

Big Slow

Civil Engineering

Yorba Linda, CA

I owe everything to God. Thank you

Systems Engineering Mech

family for all the love and support over

This place has been tough, and I couldn’t

the years.

have made it without my family and

friends. Thanks!

Brett Flickinger Flick, Brettly, Fatty, Chubs Indianapolis, IN Behavioral Science, Spanish minor

Monica Rosemary Lombardo

Donuts, Casper, Mon Yorba Linda, CA Humanities To the Fam, thanks for

seeing me through four very long years. I couldn’t have done it without your support and

love. Ruth, you gave me a home away from home, that’s meant a lot to me. I love you all. To my friends in and outside

of the Pack, thanks for all the memories and fun times. For you who have to stay here awhile longer, hang tough. “I’m just

going to have fun with it.”

Matthew R. Mattson MMMMMAAAAAAATT!!!

Downsville, NY Electrical Engineering Mom & Paul, Grandpa & Grandma Webler,

Ryan, Chad, Katie, Steven, Andrew, Dad, and the rest of my friends and family, thank you so much for your support! Chris, Chad, Trey, and of course, the bestest roommate

you’re the greatest friends I’ve Greg, Kasey, Eric, Jesse, Rick, Liesl,

ever, Brandon, ever had!

and Mark, we’ve had some really awesome times! I’ll see you all out there sometime,

somewhere. And wherever that is, we’ll make it the best ever!

Stephen Harrison Mitchell

Zachary W. Johnson Zach

Steve

Hartford City, IN

St. Petersburg, FL

Social Sciences

Ryan and Tommy, you kept me sane here, or at least as sane as I could’ve

Thank you to my family for always being

been. Everybody else, family and friends, thanks and I love you. Thanks for

Grandmother, Omi (and the rest of course,

everything.

Zach

there for me, Mom, Dad, FJeather, Holly, but I can’t name you all). To my cousin

Steffan, your time came too soon, but I

working hard to fulfill our childhood dreams. I miss you and you’ll be in my

heart forever. Amber, I’m glad I found you in the flu shot line. To my friends at USAFA, I’ll miss you and keep in touch!!

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Cameron Jay Schaefer Cam

Cynthia Teresa Nogueras Augusta, GA Astronautical, Philosophy To my biggest fans- Mom and Dad,

thank you for your unending support and guidance. Of all the things I’ve

learned from you, the most important

Laramie, WY

Management The friends and teachers I have met here are some of the greatest people

fve known, and I have nothing but the

love, and I love you tons!

best to say about my time here. Thomas

To all my family, thanks for always

Jefferson said, “In matters of style, swim

one is how to

believing in me. To my friends, you are what this place is about. Ill take a little of each of you wherever I go. Thanks

with the current; in matters of principle,

stand like a rock.” May the Academy never confuse the two.

for everything!

Ryan Vernon Scoggin Spokane, WA Systems Engineering

Joshua M. Oakley

Oaks

Littleton, CO

Biology

Thank you Mom and Dad for supporting

is gratifying. I thank my family for always

my dream from so long ago and sticking with me through every obstacle. I love

The road has been long, but the destination

believing and supporting me throughout

you both! Dave, Scott, Leary, Slobby,

my life. The times haven’t always been great, but they were memorable. The

Huge, Yustin, GB, Adam, Ora, and Spence: you guys made it all worth

friends I made will never be forgotten

while. I couldn’t ask for better friends.

well as the times had. “Difficulties

Scoggs out!

discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong by conflict.” -William Ellery Channing are meant to rouse, not

Shane Caento Padilla

Devin Wilson Taber

Cooper City, FL

aka Dave Tabber Colorado Springs, CO

Social Sciences

Biochemistry

“If I needed someone to control me, if I needed someone to hold me down, I would change my direction and save

myself.”

My deepest gratitude goes out to: God, for giving me the strength to make it through; my mother, for everything she has sacrificed for me over the years; all of my friends

and family for being there for me; my

friends’ parents for putting up with me; the Smiths (my home away from home); all those at the

Academy who helped me through; last,

but definitely not least, the love of my life, my soul mate, Randi.-‘T Corinthians 9:24-27.”

Eric S. Peele

Peeler, Banana Bethel, NC Social Science I’d be lying if I said that I wasn’t happy that my time here at the Academy is

almost over. Mom and Dad, thank you so much for always believing in me and pushing me to do my best. I

would have never made it without your

encouragement. Kelsey, thank you for being a great sister and friend to me. You always let me be the big brother. Thank you all and I love you.

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Joseph Kelly Walker Joe

Bland, VA Aeronautical Engineering

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John Paul Baker

Patrick J. Burke III

Penrose, CO

Smalls, Peaches, P.J.

Tempe, AZ

Mechanical Engineering

Social Science The Lord got me here; friends like Tyler and Jason kept me here. Laura, you made

Never thought I would make it this far. Thank

every day seem a little better, thanks so

God for that second Con/Apt probation!!

much for being a true friend. Timm,

Well, Mom and Dad, thanks for being so

Stephen, I don’t think I can repay you for everything you’ve done; you were always there when I needed something. Mr. and Mrs. Koether, thanks for being my second family, I appreciate all your

understanding and always being there,

support. Mom and Dad, I couldn’t have

few, We band of brothers. For he who sheds his

done it without you, 1 love you guys!

blood with me today shall be my brother.”

Joseph Michael Bisson Springfield, MA Humanities/ Foreign Area Studies (Asia) “Add up all the joy in life, add up all the

pain, take away the awful days, take away the rain. Multiply the sunsets by the goodnight kisses, batter up, it’s your turn take your hits and misses. Divide your killer

heartbreaks by minutes, seconds, days, love

unabashedly, get caught up in the haze. Life is short and often sweet but please don’t

couldn’t have made it without you. Pascoe, thanks for always telling it to me straight, I

definitely wouldn’t have made it through the last four years without ya. “We few, We happy,

Jarred Luke Burley

Colorado Springs, CO

Physics God is awesome! I know this is His time and not my own. Mom, Dad, Stacie, and Sharon

You guys are the best! I

couldn’t have made it to this point without your prayers and support. Thanks for always being there for me. I

love you guys. Thanks to all my buddies. You guys are more than I ever could have asked for. Always His!

worry now, time heals all, though I don’t know why, or when, or how. kFJ today”

Jason C. Brown

Arvada, CO

Christopher Scott Casler Chris the Elegance, Stopher, Cas

Management

Lubbock, TX

Thanks Mom and Dad, I could not

Foreign Area Studies Minors: Japanese/Philosophy

have made it without your support.

Thank you to the rest of my family for being there as well, you all have been amazing. Thanks to the new friends I have made here that made every day a little better and a special thanks to my Brothers on the football team.

“Do not let your fire go out, spark by irreplaceable spark. In hopeless swamps of not quite, not yet, and not at all, do not let the hero in your soul perish and leave only frustration for the life you deserved, but never have been able to reach. The

world you desire can be is possible, it is

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won, it exists, it

yours.”-Ayn Rand

Benjamin Reid Chapman

Ruben Guerrero

Ben

Quito, Ecuador

Standish, ME

Management

English/Philosophy Thank you, Mom and Dad, for always being there for me with your love, patience, years

(and ears). Aaron, I’ve learned more than you know from you, thank you for being a great brother. To Joe, Ken, Derek, Joe, Leroy, Justin,

James, Moats: you rock—I can’t imagine what my time here would’ve been without you guys and all we’ve been through. Jennie, I love you.

Thank you for hearing me, understanding me, trusting me, and in a nutshell.. .being you.

Jacqueline Lee Davis TJ (Texas Jack) San Antonio, TX Military Strategic Studies

Social Science

Most are excited because the long hard part

I thank my family, friends, teammates,

is behind them. I’m excited because, as a

coaches, and teachers for all of their

Marine, it’s in front of me. Special thanks to

support the last six years. I could not

the Sercels, Nelsons, Jim and Linda, my family,

have made it without so many people. We have had some good times and some

especially Mom and Dad, friends back home like Andrea and Coach, Zach (I love you!), and Bridger (the bestest), the USAFA stables

Marc L. Hoium The Legend

Hellertown, PA

bad times, but it is the good things we

will remember and I am grateful for.

and my horse Duke, all the Marines I’ve met,

Maj Takabayashi and Maj Ramshur.. .and let’s not forget God. PhUippians 3:14.

Joseph T. Evans III

Ashley Ann Housley

Joe

Ash, Boo

Albuquerque, NM Physics

San Clemente, CA

Management, Spanish

Live your dreams always and be excellent

“Our lives begin to end the day we

to each other!

become silent about things that matter.” -

Elizabeth Ann Flaherty

Charleston, SC Economics

Martin Luther King Jr.

Lindsey Maddox Temecula, CA Civil Engineering

“If I couldn’t laugh I just would go

insane, If we couldn’t laugh we just would go insane, If we weren’t all crazy we would

go insane.” -Jimmy Buffet

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Justin Alexander Perkins Perk

Alan G. Martinez Alan

San Carlos, CA

Naples, FL Political Science/Foreign Area

Management Thank the Lord! He got me through. 1 Mom/Dad- Thank you for loving me and ^

Studies 1 thank my family, my girlfriend, and my

always supporting me. Your guidance and sacrifice has been overwhelming. Juliann/ ] Jennifer- Thanks for never giving up on your big bro. Mari- Thank you for being my girl and for always running next to

closest friends (you know who you are)

for supporting me through some of the

toughest times an old man could ever know. BSBD. “The highest reward for a man’s toil is not what he gets for it, but

what he becomes by it.”

partner. Larsen’s- Thank you for

everything. Water Polo- Brothers for life. BC, JS, PL, VH- Thanks guys. I

Giancarlo James Moats

Fremont, CA Astronautical Engineering Thank you Mom, Pop, Julianna, the rest

of my family, and all my friends, both old and new. Despite the distances and

differences you were with me and kept me

going. You watched me start as a

Beaver, learn as a Redeye, mature as a

Bull, and finally lead as a Lieutenant. It was never easy, but it was always

memorable. No guts, no glory.

Timothy Murszewski Sodus, NY

Luke C. Robertson

Economics

Systems Engineering Management

Riverside, CA

I’ve gone four years here without

thinking any profound thoughts. It’s hard to start now. I guess just thanks to Joe and Jameson for being brothers to me, and my family for being... family. Um... God Bless America.

Price Paramore Allen, TX

James Dwight Schannep Jimbo, Schnapps, Schampion Killeen, TX English

Management Mom and Dad, I cannot thank you

enough for the support and love that

Don’t go through life alone; these words are for those who cared: God,

you have shown me. I would not be where I am today without you two

my wonderful family, lifelong friends,

helping me each step of the way. I am so grateful to have you as my father

enduring roommate, and those who chose to read this. Live forever in an

and mother. Thank you so much for

those who love you, if your dreams last

everything that you have done for me.

through your tribulations here they are still worth chasing, don’t let school get in the way of your education, if there’s a chance you’ll get away with it try it. -

Love, Price

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iHmBBBi

Levi J. Sheppard Shepp, Levitation Fort Madison, IA Management

IS]

Mom, Butch, Marcia, Kirk, and Lesley, thank you for believing in me all

along. Mike, I can’t imagine what this place would have been like without your patience and support, thanks for always being there for me. Ron & Beverly Brown, I couldn’t possibly thank you enough for your kindness. Friends, thanks for making this place worth it. Jason, stop snoring, I can’t concentrate.

Robert John Smalley

Vassar, Ml Economics/FAS If

you’re reading this yearbook

statement, pretend I said something

funny and poignant. Then go do something productive, you obviously have too much free time if you’re reading yearbook statements.

d *

Matthew Christopher Shutt

Jameson Voss

Lancaster, CA

Reedsburg, Wl Biochemistry

Computer Engineering Looks like my Academy tenure is up. Thank you to Mom, Dad, and my sister

1 Cor. 10:31 Whether, then, you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the -

it’s been a rough four years.

glory of God. Whatever I did the last

Also, thank you to my friend Jay and the

four years, God deserves any credit. He

Morgans in town, I couldn’t have done it without you. Finally, to all of my friends at USAFA, we’ve got good times ahead

to get me

Rebecca

used Lacey, my family, and my friends,

through. Lacey, I can’t wait to

get married, I love you. Dad, I wouldn’t

of us. Don’t let anyone think otherwise,

have done it without your guidance.

because we’re all that much closer to

Mom, thanks for your unconditional

our dreams.

encouragement. Martins/Brewers, I

really loved being a part of your family.

James Brandon Wheatley

Washington, GA Math

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Nathan Lee Arneson Arnie

Mankato, MN Aeronautical Engineering All I

can

say is, “It’s about damn

Joseph Ryan Byker Joe, Joey B., Bykes Grand Rapids, Ml Management; Spanish Minor Mom &

Dad, thank you for your

time!” Thanks go out to Mom and

constant prayers, loving support, and

Dad for always being there for me and helping me through these four years.

encouragement. After four years at this

And to all you Shadow Seveners, you

had it any other way, no matter how

guys made this place rock as much as it could. Ill be seeing you all out there.

thanks for the fun

place I can honestly say I would not have much it may have sucked at times. Fellas, you are the best group of friends a guy could ask for. I’ll never

Shane Michael Beckley Shane O

Granbury, TX Political Science

Eric Michael Broyles

Marietta, GA Management

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forget all the memories.

Jackson Yuba Cerna Grant Yuba, Action Jackson

Lodi, CA Aeronautical Engineering Thanks to God, family, and friends who

got me through this place. I owe a lot

getting me through the tough times and making the good times

to all of you for

terrific. For you underclassmen and

future cadets: don’t let the man get you

down, and always watch out for the shaft. It’s been real, and it’s been fun, but it hasn’t been real fun. Real world, look out.

Trevor Johnson

Bryce J. Fiacco B-rice, Brycipoo Waterloo, IA

Trevor

Gastonia, NC

Management

The longest and shortest four years of

If nothing bad happens in the next few

my life are over. Thanks Mom and Dad for being so supportive. Thanks guys

months and I end up graduating I would like to say thanks Mom and Dad for loving

for making the time here unforgettable.

me and Jesus for

Finally, thank you Sarah for making me the happiest man on earth.

you guys are great, you won’t ever know how much I needed you, never thought I

redeeming me. My friends

would meet so many good dudes. Joe I owe u a

lot, I couldn’t have done it without you.

It’s been a strange four years.. .who knows what else is to come?

Erin Kathleen Frazier

Aaron Michael Kuha

Montrose, CA

Cheyenne, WY Management

English, Spanish Thank you to my family! Windy and

Stormy, you’ve been behind me since that first Parent’s Weekend! Mama and

Dad, from my secret calls home freshman year to the moment the hats were in the air, I always knew how much you both

Well, four years is a long time to spend here, but I will never forget old Meatheads Inc or the Lime, man that was a long flight of stairs. Yeah, well, the dude abides man, the dude abides.

loved and supported me. I never could have done this without you. To everyone who held my hand when I fell sometimes, thank you. Like my ring says, this is Only the Beginning. I love you all...

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Julia Mahaffey

Amber Renee Park

Amboo, Smiles, Amberoni Gilbert, AZ Political Science, Foreign Area

Jules, Julie, Mosa Germany/Robins AFB, GA, etc... Foreign Area Studies, Western Europe

Studies, Arabic Language minor

definitely wouldn’t have made it

This has been the hardest and most challenging

without all the great friends I’ve made here: To “The Crew,” I hope I never

lose touch with you guys. Tiff, Jackie,

and Casey, same goes for you, crazy

experience in my life. Thanks to my friends, family, and my faith in God for the support these past years. Mom, 1 couldn’t have done this without your wisdom and guidance. You

strength and my shield. I love you with

memories from LQ, downtown, the

are my

Cowans, etc! Thanks to my family and

all my heart. Chris, thanks for always being

friends, I love you.

here, I love you. Mrs D and Hans, thank you for being my home here. I finally made it!

Rhoshonda Antoinette

Brent Lowell Peterson

McGruder

Columbia, SC

Petie, Peter, Payter River Falls, Wl

Behavioral Science:

Aeronautical Engineering

Human Factors

Mom and Dad, thanks for your support, I couldn’t have made it with out you

guys. To my pals from Shadow Seven, the XC Soaring Cowboys, and Soaring

hotshots, you’re the best group of guys I’ve ever met and I can’t wait to serve with you! I learned with hard work and

dedication one can succeed

—

anything

can be done!

Edward Casan Montgomery

Dennis Patrick Poland

Monty

Pittsburgh, PA Management

Kimball, NE

English, Philosophy Mom and Dad, thanks for your love,

advice, and support. Karen, thanks for the year of concerts, coffee, and culture. RTB Internment Community, from

basic with Joe “Freakin’’ Shirley and

Cobra C-Flight, smoke-outs in the quad with Broyles, C-Rizzle, Arnie, Schen,

Bryce, Pahlsy, and Shane F. Beckley, and the nightly “shell-breaking” sessions with Jake, I can’t thank you all enough.

Adam Michael Pahls

“Pahlsy” Glasco, KS Mechanical Engineering To my family, thanks for being there for me. And to my

to miss

friends, damn I am going

y’all.

Christopher Patrick Reichlen Chris, Major, C-Rizzle, Daddy R Friendsville, PA

Biology After many days and many nickels, it’s

finally time to travel to that fairy tale land we call “the real Air Force.” To the friends I’ve made, you know who you are. If it weren’t for you, someday

I’d be telling my grandchildren crazy stories of math homework and noon meal formation.

Hopefully I’ll see you

out there in a few

years....blue skies and

setitio incenditim. "

ii miniwwin.

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Christopher Simon Schendel

Justin Michael Taylor

Schen

Shoreview, MN

JT, Ghost Tullahoma, TN

Meteorology

Civil Engineering

I can’t believe this

day has finally

It’s hard to believe that my time here is

come! Mom and Dad, you guys were there

over. I will never

every step of the way and were always on my side... I’ll never be able to thank

1 had here, and the friends I have met

forget the opportunities

along the way. This place was tough, but

you enough! Amber, you were a huge part of my life here and I’ll always love

well worth it. Mom, Dad, Jordan, I will

you! Finally, my fellow Shadows... I love

you gave me to help me along. I couldn’t have made it without you. To all those

you guys like brothers and sisters... I’ll never forget you or the awesome times we

all shared! Love you all... peace n love!

always remember the constant support

who are staying behind, keep your eyes on the

prize. Git er Done!!!

Roslyn Littmann Schulte St. Louis, MO Political Science Thank you Mom, Dad and Todd for your support throughout my entire life; from dippers on you have always

encouraged me to follow my dreams. Thank you Jeff for keeping me balanced and showing me what is important in life. BTB! Loves, Roz

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Lance James Anders

Grant William Behning

Janders, PTWOB 268 Greenville, SC

“Flip” “G.B.” Indianapolis, IN Operations Research

Physics with Philosophy Minor This has been time that was set aside

by God. I’m eternally grateful for Him

bringing me through this and making me into a better man. Thank you,

Jesus.

Thanks Mom and Dad for pushing me to do my best, and

always being there for

me, I couldn’t have done it without you.

Thanks Hager’s for giving me a home

Mom and Dad, thank you for your

away from home. To all my Eagle Eight

continual support. Danielle, I love you.

buds, good times... Ellie, you have truly been a blessing in my life, I will never

Thanks for waiting for me. Guys, just keep walking around with your hands flopping on your foreheads and laugh.

forget you, thanks for being there.“Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends,” John 15:13.

Team stay.

Jacob Stephen Ashmore

Jake, Jashmore Ferndale, Ml Aeronautical Engineering ”

“Let us fix our eyes on Jesus... My brothers here at the Academy, you have been true friends and the source of encouragement

that few people ever get to experience in life. To my wonderful family and the rest of my friends, all that 1 am comes from your love and God’s grace. It is my honor to serve you. And

Father, all that I am is Yours

(John 15:13; Romans 8:38). Tell ’em about Jesus, He means everything to me.

Michael Tser Lu Beeson

Palmer, AK Management, French The Score: The Man

William Andrew Carpenter Carp, Big Will, Big Willie Style Perrysburg, OH

Social Science

1,000,000 or so

Beeson = 7 or 8 give or take a few

It’s been a long five years but between my own

strength and the greatest friends one

Time Remaining: 00:00

could ask for I survived. Thank you to my

Winner: Beeson

parents for being my foundation, wish you could have been here for the final push dad. Thank you to the Wingerters for giving me a home away from home, it’s meant a lot. Thanks to all my boys for the times,

from P-School to the

good Eagles and everybody

in between. Blue skies,

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go Bucks!

Nathan Scott Collins

Jacob Earl Fingerson

Rocketman, Frodo, Smalls Wheatland, WY Astronautical Engineering

Jake, Fingers LaGrange, KY Foreign Area Studies,

Mom, Dad, and Jessica thanks for all the love and support over the last four years, I

Latin America

First, Momma and Daddio, thanks for

couldn’t have made it with out you. Matt, Kevin, Trey, Chris I will never forget all of

the endless love and support. Thanks

great adventures; skiing, road trips,

the best sponsors in the world. Thanks

our

tailgates, PW 2005, and Ring Dance. Mike thanks for letting me crash at your place all the time. Richard and Fingers keep up the reading. Thanks to everyone else who helped me along the way.

Timothy Andrew Cox Timmy, Temleh Enid, OK Military History, German

Peter and Twoboys. Thanks to the Cooks, to Mike and

Missy, Nate, MattX2, Jake,

Lance, Jason, Nick, we’ve had some

unforgettable experiences. Autumn, we made it, 2% club, I couldn’t have done

this without you, I love you.

Jordan Amory Firth

Monroe, NC

Engineering Mechanics I’d like to thank the Academy.... But

encouragement. To my friends (Chuck, Nick, Tim, Steve, Dave, Marc, the FBCBF

seriously. I haven’t always loved this place, but looking back, it was worth it. Every painful SAMI, AMI, push-up, and chewing out has been more than repaid in so many friendships and a thousand other ways. Thanks family for helping me get in and keeping me going, thanks Sarah for your encouragement along

crew), you added color to my life.

the way, and thanks BSU and BSU-ish

I give God the credit for helping me

persevere through the tough times and building me up in character, body, and

spirit. I thank Dad for relating his past experiences of this institution with me

and Mom for her motivation and

friends for always being there.

Anthony Peter D’Amato Tony D., Gangsta Supreme, Sir Flex-a lot, TD, and Deez

Alison L Freiman

Midlothian, VA

Civil Engineering

Management

Ali

Teaneck, NJ Thomas E. Lawrence said, “All men

dream, but not equally. Those who HEIR POWER!!!!!!!!!

dream by night in the dusty recesses of their minds, wake in the day to find that it was vanity: but the dreamers of the day

dangerous men, for they may act on their dreams with open eyes, to make

are

them possible.” Dream!!!!!!!!!!

Purvi Harshadray Desai

John Duane Green Jr.

Purv, Puru

Jack

Old Bridge, NJ

West Chester, OH

Systems Engineering Management

Ops Research You can let people underestimate you

“There’s a time when a man needs to

because your actions will always speak

fight, and a time when he needs to accept that his destiny is lost, the ship has sailed and only a fool would continue. Truth is, I’ve always been a fool.” Thank you to my loving family, The Kidz, The

louder than words. Thanks to everyone

who helped me to success here and in my life, and good luck to everyone from here on out!!!

Khandan back home, and my beloved

poopie head. Life at the Academy would be unbearable without all of you.

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Brian P. Moore

Brian Alexander Jones

B Moore, Patch, B

Jonesy, Moose, the Jones

Chugiak, AK Systems Engineering (Aeronautics) Thanks Lord for answering my prayer, “Dear God, please make it stop.” Thanks to the Honor Guard for “the day” and all the other amazing experiences and my teammates who are

my brothers that carried me on their

shoulders. Thanks Mom and Dad for the

encouragement, especially 4 dig year. Thank God for all this time to make a difference, in training and being trained, in C-’s and

very few A’s.

Cypress, TX Space Operations Here I am four years later and one rod

stronger. I have to thank my family for their unending support. Without it, I don’t think I would be here today. To all my friends here at USAFA, you made this place as fun as it could ever be. To all the guys on the team, thanks for being my daily escape that I will surely miss. Memories last forever, opportunities do not. Live to jump, Pull to live.

Ofumwen E. Ogbebor

Michael Benjamin Lebovitz Lebo

“O”

Franklin, TN

Edo State, Nigeria

Foreign Area Studies Middle

BasSci/Bio

East

I am thankful to God for being my rock,

I never thought four years could go by so

to my mommy and

quickly. On graduation day we’re gonna disappear from this place so fast it’ll seem

because you made me who I am today.

like the class of 2006 never existed. JD, RL,

one

LN, JT, JG, IR, GM, GW, LS, JR, AK, MB, TD, GB, WM Eagles ’06, ’07, ’05, ’04, ’08 King Ratz, the heinous 8, 28th Company,

know who you are, thanks for always

thanks for the memories. Those who

daddy; I love you

To Jr. and Osas, you are the best brothers

could have. To all my friends, you

being there, you will not be forgotten. And finally, Wemimo thank you for being you. Best washes.

remain at USAFA... I’ll see you out there.

Matthew L. Lohmeier

Michelle Lorene Pena

Matt, Matt Fat, Matty Lo,

Houston, TX

Slowmeier

Social Science

Tucson, AZ Social Science, Chinese Overcome with deep appreciation for “goodly parents.” Thanks to you Mom and Dad, Gina, Mandy, and Steve. And Father, for love and guidance always.

Mami, Daddy, & Nana, I love you so

much, thank you for always being there,

believing in me, and supporting me through the difficult times. La Familia thank you for always making me smile. Salvador, thank you for understanding, I love you babe. To all of my family, friends, and mentors from back home and USAFA,

there is no way that I could have made this

journey without y’all. It’s been a hard four years, but I’ve finally done it!

Megan Gwen Malcom Meg, Megs, Meggie, Mizmeggy

James P. R. Pettibone

Bone

Limon, CO

San Jose, CA

Management Over the past four years I have received so

much support from my family and

friends, Thank you! Thank you Mom and Dad for all of your love and support! I

couldn’t have done it without you! Mindy

and Chad thanks for making me laugh, 1

really needed it. Mostly I would like to thank God for his grace. Isaiah 41:10.1 will

strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

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Electrical Engineering Thank you, Mom and Dad, for all the

support you’ve given me. Without it, I couldn’t have made it through. Mike, thanks for all tire advice and encouragement

you’ve given me and for reminding me that it keeps getting better. Tom and Sandy, it’s been a pleasure to have you as my sponsors and I really appreciate all you’ve done for To all of my friends here at the zoo, make the best of what lies ahead for you. me.

Jackson McClain Ranes

Gator-taii, J-Bob, Johnson Las Vegas, NV Social Science It’s been fun, though I’m glad it’s over, I won’t forget the memories I’ve made.

This place wouldn’t have been the same

without the guys. Thank you Mom, Dad, Georgia, and Greg and I couldn’t have done it with out your support. Thank you Purvi for everything, I’m a better person because of you.

Robert W. Schomaker

Daniel Allen Wilkenson Jr.

Rob, Neo, Styles Littleton, CO Political Science, Philosophy

Little General, Slacker, Wilky,

Eor Grand Junction, CO Aeronautical Engineering

It’s been a long four years, with everything

changing every year. Just remember a few things; they can’t break you if you don’t have a spine, pillage first, then burn, and finally “shoot for the moon, if you miss, you’ll land in the deep vacuum of space and die a cold, lonely death.” Be flexible,

To all of those who made it possible, I

feel blessed and honored to have been at the Academy. My life is a gift and so are

the people and places in it. If I think I am

amazing person, I just have to think about these gifts and it puts me back on an

take what you can then cut your losses,

track. -To friends, Irish blessing, “God

and be sure you can hit your target, a near

be with you until we meet again.” -To

miss is still a miss.

the Team, TCP Brothers to the end.

Matthew J. Schwaab

Karlton J. Wolf

Schwaabie, Chuck, Q-tip Houston, TX Aeronautical Engineering

Lightning / Nurse Betty Lexington, OH Biology

It’s certainly been a challenge, but that’s

This has been an interesting ride and I

what makes this place what it is and

never

I wouldn’t have it any other way. It’s

been an honor and a privilege, I’ll see

way, without the help of friends and family I don’t think I could have done

thought I would make it all the

you out there.

it. Thank you to Hans and Mrs. D, you are like a second

family and I couldn’t

have done it without you. Thanks to everyone I have met along tire way you have made it all memorable.

Liesl BreAnn Shockley Fort Collins, CO

Biochemistry It wasn’t easy, but that’s what made it

thanks great. Mom, Dad and Ani for your unconditional support. Ryan, Megan and James you’ve inspired me, -

put up with my late nights and taught me how to

enjoy life. How lucky I am

to call you friends. I thank the Lord for

the trials and blessings He has given me

and those still to come. “You never know

when you will become part of someone else’s story.”

S.S.

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John Christopher Avery

Michael Francesco D’Amore

Chris

Albuquerque, NM Biology

Annapolis, MD Aeronautical Engineering

Thanks to Mom, Dad, and Thomas for

than I ever could have figured four long

your support and helping me through this place. Thanks to Gen and Mrs.

years ago. To the people that have helped me make it through here, thank you. You

Fraser for providing a home away from home. I also have to thank my fellow

know who you are, and you know me well

niners, former eight balls, best room

enough to know I don’t hold things back or things unsaid. Stay in touch and stay safe

ever-

Things here have definitely gone differently

wherever the Air Force may take you. “For

2bald5, Eurotrip I and II guys, Dala, Greendick, Midget-pizza-face, Grant, Fuquad, Theo, and everyone else

those that have fought for it, freedom has a

who made this place bearable and fun

flavor that the protected will never taste.”

at times. Out!

Matthew Alden Berry

Dingle Sugar Land, TX Management

Tyler Duchene Bourbonnais, IL

History It’s been a long five years, and I would

Almost made it out of here without

like to thank my parents, brother, and

getting in trouble. Who knew that Public Intoxication was against the law? You learn something new every day. Thanks

friends for sticking through it with me.

Mom, Dad, Mike, and Jenni for all the

support.

Michael Eugene Leon Bugg Mike

McLoud, OK

Management First and foremost IHTFP. Second I would like to thank my parents

and friends for

always giving me

encouragement through the hard times. I would also like to thank Mark and B.B. for giving me a second home. I am

glad 1 came and stayed, but 1 definitely would not want to do it again, four years is enough.

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Peter James Dyrud

Brooklyn Park, MN Physics & Math May my legacy here be loving Christ and pouring myself into others. Every day at USAFA has been an incredible blessing and I deserve none of it! Thanks Mom and Dad, OCF, The Hub, Vikings, Honor

ExCo, physics majors

you’ve all been my family in different ways. Felisa, I love you -

with everything in me- this lifetime is

going to be incredible! Jesus, I am nothing without you. Thank you for us

bringing together.. .for such a time as this.

Andrew William Fink

James Perry Johnson III

Fink

Tripp, PTWOB 274

Honolulu, HI

Rock Hill, SC

Biology

Astronautical Engineering

nobis, Dotnine, non nobis, sed

Praise the Lord for getting me through

Non

this place; for giving me the friends

nomini tno do gloriam. Mom, Dad, and

(narcoleptic insomniacs,

Lane, I couldn’t thank you enough for

best friends for life), the time to get

your prayers and support. You made this possible for me, and I’m eternally

I needed

all the important (not necessarily the

urgent) things done, and the means good time regardless of the

to have a

situation. See you all out there in the

real world.

grateful. To the guys on the team, pull low and pack faster. Carly, thanks for your beautiful smile and hilarious laugh, but especially for your loving heart. You’re truly a blessing from God.

Matthew Fox Greenspan

Reston, VA

Geography I would like to thank my family for all

the love and support that they gave me.

Not much to say. I made a lot of

great friends while I was here and can’t wait to bump into them in the future. I originally hated Colorado, but came to love it. Some things I’ll miss, some things I won’t. ILTFP.

Shawn Ingkiriwang Ink

Singapore Aeronautical Engineering Cheers to all who supported me, believed in me, and those who stood by me through the trials and tribulations.

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Jennifer Erin Quintero JQ San Antonio, TX

Kristin Laraine Marasovich

kRISTIn, sunshine Pleasanton, CA

Meteorology

Political Science To my family and friends, thank you for

your love and support Mom, you are my

inspiration, thank you for everything. Auntie Lynn thanks for always helping me see the positive. TSLs, you girlies are the best friends anyone could ever ask for. My PJ, my panda, God blessed the broken road, I love you. To all my wonderful friends, thanks for all tire memories. Congratulations and best of luck to everyone. “Move Mountains.”

God, I thank you for always providing me

with endurance and strength. Mom

and Dad, I cannot thank you enough for

always being there, showing your support, and helping me through the hard times. Emma, thank you for being an awesome sister. Antny, I’m very grateful God allowed us to cross paths and I thank you for waiting for me. And of course thanks to all my family and friends! I love y’all!

Nathan Thomas Masdon

Robert Daniel Reed

Nate-Dogg, Colony, Nater The Colony, TX Management

“Fatty” Decatur, GA Social Science

I never thought I’d make it this far when

I know we all complain about this place

many other people who deserved it more than me couldn’t quite get over

but y’all make this place worth it. ~1

some sort of obstacle. I owe

Thess. 5:16-18-

everything

to the best of friends I have found here

who have become like brothers to me, and to my family. They never hesitated to lend me support when I needed it most and least expected it. Tough times don’t

last, but tough people do.

Joshua Allen Moores

Gunnison, CO Systems Engineering

Management

Mostly, I want to thank Mom, Dad, and

Ryan David Sealy Swahili, Sweely Greenwood, SC Systems Engineering Management

the rest of my family, I love you all. It is

Dad, Mom, Katie, Matt, Clark, Elliot,

from you I have found the strength and

and Justin, the Lord has given me the

inspiration to make it where I am in my

greatest family ever. Thank you for your

life. Whether you know it or not, you

faithful prayers and encouragement. I would never have made it to this point

every day. Also, my truest of friends: JJ, Matt, Gregg, Dillon, and are with me

everyone else who have stood by me and shared these incredible memories. I am

lucky to have shared your friendship.

Grant Edward Philipson

Saint Helena, CA

Astronautical Engineering Thank you to my families for supporting me all

along the way. It’s the people that

make the difference in any environment situation. I will never forget the people I’ve met while at the Academy. The people who’ve helped me to succeed and the people I call my friends. They or

have all made the world of difference in my life. Best of luck to everyone!

without y’all. “Thanks be to God who

always leads us in triumph in Christ, and manifests through us the sweet aroma of the knowledge of Him in every place.”

Carly Rebecca Siefken Beaverton, OR Biology Through Him all things are possible... Thank you Lord for making this possible. Thank you Mom and Dad for your unending love, countless prayers, constant encouragement, and for always supporting me. Thank you

Tyler, Lindsey (x2), Trevor, and all my family and friends. I love you and could not have made it without you. Tripp, Thank you for loving me and for making me feel

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beautiful.

David Michael Smalenberger

Briana Nicole Thomas

Chicago, IL Operations Research

Bri, Breezy, Beonky Grass Valley, CA

Biology It is amazing the transitions that occur

during our time here...friends made, friends lost, life lived out in general. All I know is that I have all the people in my life that I need now, and I can’t wait to see what my true future holds! I thank

God, my family, and friends for seein’ me thru ALL my ups and downs. Thank you for believin’ in me even when I did not. Much Love, I’m out baby!

Jared L. Tenpas Hey You!, J-Man

Beavercreek, OH

Systems EngineeringMechanical Engineering I give thanks to God for helping me get through these last four years. Also, a huge thanks goes out to my family who have always been supportive in whatever trouble I’m getting myself into. Finally a big thanks to all the life-long friends

I’ve made here, I couldn’t have done it

without you guys and girls.

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Christopher Charles Boyes Boise, Noob, Idaho Uniontown, OH Meteorology HEY! First, I just want to say thanks to

Jonathan Daniel Fink

Jay Fizzle, Don Jota, Juicy, Che Newport News, VA Foreign Area Studies (Latin America)

my family. You guys have helped me through some of my most difficult times.

Ain’t nobody dope as me I’m just

To my class in 10: Thanks for all the great

clean clean. Mama Dukes, Dad (a.k.a.

memories. You guys are awesome. Finally,

The Dude), E, and all my clinically

fresh and clean. So fresh and so

to my best friends J Fizz, Dick, Shwane,

insane friends...couldn’t have done it

Pickalick, Trey and Rando: Thanks

without y’all cracking the whip. And all those who thought I wouldn’t

for everything. I am definitely looking

forward to the huge road trip this

make it, especially you P dog, you got

summer for the

SHOCKED.

weddings.

Gary F. Glojek Fritz, Legend

David Ethan Bullock

Bull, Big Dave, Big D Cokedale, CO

Pewaukee, Wl

Geospacial Sciences

English

The time has come. Sometimes I needed

help and strength, but I found it. “I will lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes

from Jehovah, who made the

If you are reading this, I graduated! —

in which case special thanks to Mom,

Dad, Jack, and the Roberts’! To those who came before, thank you for your

example

—

Morior Invictus,

heaven and the earth.”-Psalm 121:1-2 And as always, “Not unto us, O Lord, not to us, but to Your name we give

glory.”

-Psalm 115:1

Walter Jay Darnell III

Ronald J. Green Jr.

Trey

Billy, Old Man Kennewick, WA Electrical Engineering

Vinton, VA

Military Strategic Studies These four years were an exercise in patience

and frustration, but we’ve finally arrived.

Mom, Dad, Jackie, Danny, and Maggie, I could not have made it through this place without your constant love and prayers. To the boys from Four and Ten, from

Recognition to Ring Dance, I’ll never forget experiences together and couldn’t be

our

associated with a finer group of guys. Thanks

for the memories everybody and God bless in your adventures to come.

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Thank you to all of my family and friends that supported me through my time here at the Academy. To all of the

friends that I’ve made while being here:

forget the times we had together, good and bad, because I will never forget them, and I will surely never forget you.

never

God Bless!

Hannah Naomi Grewatz

Andrew Kyle Karrer

Hannah banana, Hannimal,

Stix, Skinny

hANNAh

San Antonio, TX

Everywhere (Army brat)

Military History

Social Sciences

Thank you to everyone who supported

First and foremost, all this wouldn’t

and believed in me over the last four

have been possible without God. I owe

years. It was tough, but worth all the pain, sweat, and blood. To all my friends,

You everything. Thanks Mom and Dad

for your undying support and all your

I hope to see you again out there in the

prayers. I hope to make you proud every

Wild Blue some day. Live life, have fun,

day. Joy, you are always in my heart. To my TSLs, it’s been a LONG journey, but you girls made every step possible. See

and try not to sweat the small stuff. “No

Regrets.”

you on the other side.

Steven Donnelly Lewis

Seattle, WA Political Science In these four years at the Academy I’ve learned more than I had thought

possible, and made lifelong friends. Mom, Dad, Ryan, you have supported me unconditionally not only here but always, and I know I can count on you for

anything. Despite the many unique and meaningful experiences I’ve had at USAFA, I’m happy to be graduating and moving on. Thanks to all those who have been with me on my way.

Melissa Rae Martin

Missy Butte, MT Social Science I’d only do it again for the incredible

friends, you guys made it worth it. Big Bro, you were my saving grace. Enlow, Bees, Danny, Will, Chris, I’m surprised we’re all still alive. Hannah, you’re the

best roomy ever, I couldn’t have made it without you. Mom and Dad, you’re amazing and I’m only here today because

of your continuous love, support, and

encouragement. All my love.

Robert E. Holland

Shane A. Moran

Dex, Bucky

Shwayne, Shamus, Hosehead Gahanna, OH Military History

All over, Air Force Brat Astronautical Engineering The plans of a 10-year-old are coming to fruition. To those who supported me

along the way, my eternal thanks, to the rest of you see you out there. “Take me out into the black.”

Making it through the Academy would not have been possible without the love and support of my awesome family, friends and Lord. Guys in the squad, Nordic buds, Wine, Women and Song group, you all made it fun, thanks!

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Brian James Nagle

B-Nags Davenport, IA Mechanical Engineering

Nothing I’ve done or accomplished here has been on my own. I owe everything to the Lord, my parents, and sister, and my friends for their standing by me these

last four years. To the crew: Joe, Mark,

Danny, Fritz, Gordon, Trevor, Fliet, and everyone else, You guys are like family to me, I will never

forget all we’ve been

through together. R.I.P. Ryan, I miss you buddy.

Daniel Edward Parrish

Robert Scott

Bob St. Louis, MO Civil Engineering Mom and Dad, you have given me everything I have ever asked for and supported me in

;

everything I have ever done, without you I would not be the person I am today. Val, ? Kim, Susie, thank you for not only being | great sisters but friends as well. Kime, Shep, ; Big E, and Lee, thanks for being the best friends a guy could ever ask for. All, I hope our future holds as much happiness as we have enjoyed so far. -

Jaclyn Faith Smith

Dan, Danny, D.P., Prince

Jackie

Las Vegas, NV

Pioneer, OH

Systems Engineering/ Management

Political Science Yes it was....

To my parents for their love and support in my every endeavor. To Marc and Andrea for always being there for me

and my friends, and opening up their house to us. To my friends and family

who never stopped believing in me.

Finally, to four years of hard work, great memories and unforgettable friends. TO THE NEXT NAGLE!

Caleb R. Pickard

Levi M. Thomas

Pick, Pickdawg

Pleasanton, CA

Longview, TX Engineering Mechanics

Aeronautical Engineering Mitchell Hall can serve some great

The five-year-plan is over, Hua Dude!!

meals. Silver Weekends can be fun. All-

I wouldn’t have made it without all my

nighters can be entertaining. Sometimes my roommate’s jokes were even funny. 1 am really looking forward to being from this fine institution. There is no place like USAFA. I am proud to have

friends to keep me sane and be there when I thought I was insane. Thank you Mom and Dad for your help, advice, and motivation. Thank you Brittany for waiting over five years for me. I will

forget the people and memories, at least the good ones! 2006 LRC never

—

gone here. To my mother and father, my sisters Rachel and Jessica, and my

fiancee Erika: I love you and thanks for your loyalty.

Juan Diego Ramirez

Colorado Springs, CO Mechanical Engineering/ Chinese

Beau Wallace Tresemer Beau Cephus, Worm, Trez

Norman, OK Legal Studies

The one thing that stays constant around

Russian

here is the changes. Thanks to everyone

Here’s to my brothers, my family, and

who have helped me through my time here. I have a lot of treasured memories and cherished friends that I will remember

throughout my life. Mom, Dad, Mei, Jei, and RayRay, thanks for being there for me and I’ll always love and be there for you. ’06, Feel the Fire Stay Classy USAFA. ~

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friends. You all kept me going until the very end. Billy, Lords, Tigers, and the team. Without you all I do not know what this

would mean. We’ve had some times I won’t be able to forget. I thank God himself for these friends I’ve met. Never I won’t ever let

worry because

any of you fall. Bottoms Up Boys, this was only the first call.

Benjamin Chad Weaver Burkburnett, TX

Adam B. Wieser

Chemistry

Park City, UT

Weez

Civil Engineering

The four years I have spent here have been the longest of my life. Don’t focus

negative aspects of this place, it will get you nowhere and will only bring on the

I will always remember... the beginning

in AA, the beautiful sound of Welcome to

the Jungle, the movie nights, the

others down around you. I would like

weekends in Boulder, football in

to thank all of my

the dogpound, Havasu, the Tetons, Britney and Jessica, betterdays, and the place known simply as the greatest traveshamochery ever.

family, without you

I wouldn’t be here today. Also, thanks to my dad and brother for not

telling me

anything about this place, if y’all had I never would have come.

Gordon Morris White II

Richard Paul Wille

Baton Rouge, LA

Dick, Mole

Political Science

Eagle Point, OR Human Factors Engineering

It was real, and it was fun.. .but it really

wasn’t fun here.

If there is one thing I have learned at the

Academy, it is that not even uniforms, rules and forced conformity can dictate how you think. To my friends and family: I can’t believe you still put up with me, thanks. To the rest: thank you to all those that

have helped shape me into who I am, by

showing me traits and characteristics that I wish to have myself, and more importantly

by showing me what I despise.

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McLean Gaddy Bethea

Clayton W. Couch

Dillon, SC

Inola, OK

Thanks to everyone who helped me

Systems Engineering Human Systems

make it through this place.

It has been a long struggle, with many ups and downs along the way. But in the end, it is all worth it for the growth I have

experienced and the relationships that I have made and strengthened. Thank you Mom, Dad, and family for being there. Thanks to my roomie, my friends, baseball team, I love all of you.

T.J. Buonomo

Travis Adam Daniels

T.J., Tony Hawk Rochester, NY Studies (Middle East)

Honkey Richmond, TX Systems Engineering Management

“When I die, let it be said that I devoted my life to standing up for the rights of others,

without my mother, friends, and church

without respect to tribe or nation; that I had

family. You will never know what your

the courage to question my deepest beliefs

support has meant to me these past four years. Dad, I know you’re watching today. To all my

Political Science/Foreign Area

in the light of others’; that I sought with all

I never would have made it through this place

my heart to understand and show reverence for those I was sent to fight in foreign lands;

boys, I’ll see you in pilot training. “They shot

that even in the midst of war I remembered

glee. They shot down the Predator, that’s one less slot for me.”-Dos Gringos

compassion, I remembered humanity.”

Paul Capon Bronxviile, NY

Management The last four years of my life have proved to be the most difficult and challenging of my life. Though thoughts of quitting crossed my mind I thank those who believed in me and urged me to go on. I will never forget

the newfound friends I’ve made, whether

through good or bad. Lastly I thank my family for the support they’ve given me.

These last four years have created a

newfound appreciation for everything you’ve given me, and I thank you.

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down the Predator, and it filled my heart with

James Alex Divine Too Fine, Jimmy

Texas

Aeronautical Engineering Wow! It’s finally over? Thank

you to

ALL of my family, Mom, Dad,

Jerry,

Emily, Gran, Granddad, Granddad Bob, Tom, Madison, Ron, Michelle, Erich, and Sue!! Without your support I would never have made it. To

everyone

;

I knew here I hope your years are filled i with even better memories than we had

here. Honey, I love

you and thank you tor putting up with me

being a geek.

Richard Thomas Ellis

Victoria Sunkyoung Jun

Rich, Goodtimes Colorado Springs, CO Civil Engineering

Pueblo, CO

Foreign Area Studies

I’m glad it is done. Thank you Mom and Dad for believing in me. Same goes to

Mom and Dad, thank you for enduring the hardships with me. You never failed to

my friends who helped me through tough times over the past five years. We

give me strength to get through every day. Charson and Christine, thanks for putting

had lots of fun and crazy memories that I will never forget Shout out to all those

you! Thanks to my true friends whom 1

who were forced to leave: Simp, Griff,

have grown to love as brothers and sisters. I

Jimbo, Mikey, Phil, Stoner, and Byron.

will never forget the memories that we made

Juntao

up with me for another five years. I love

and will share for the rest of our lives. I will

forever stand by you. Philippians 4:13.

Jacob P. Fischer

Mickael J. Lewis

Le Mars, IA

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Swede, Mikey Woodbury, CT Mechanical Engineering

Thanks to my family, Mom and Dad,

Thank you to my family and friends at

you’ve been an inspiration and my heart and soul through both the good times and the bad. To the boys...we’ve had a

home for everything you’ve done and

lot of fun and made a lot of memories, I

always being there for me. Thanks to everyone at USAFA, you guys are the best part of the Academy.

wouldn’t have made it through this place without my brothers. I can’t wait to see you up there.

Colleen Elizabeth Galloway

Christina Marie Matejik

New Hampshire and Shiloh, IL

“Tina, you fat lard,” T, Magik Philadelphia, PA Foreign Area Studies, Spanish

General History, French Thanks Mom, Dad, Stefanie, and family for all your love and support over the

To my family and friends back home: I

past four years while I struggled at

love you so much and couldn’t have done

USAFA and the previous four years

it without your support. To my friends

I enjoyed boarding school in New

here: you made it worth getting through

Hampshire. Thanks to all my Rebeleven buddies for all the good memories.

this place...from ice cream pie fights to

And most of all, thanks Rob for your

unending love. Good luck everyone, here’s to the future!

buying a short bus off ebay. I can always count on all of you being there for me, even if that meant laughing at me. I can’t imagine life without you guys and the fabulous dance parties. Kids for life!

Ryan Timothy Moore Ryan Acworth, GA

Management I am so grateful for the

opportunity 1

have had here and for the people who

got me here, kept me here, and made this place fun. There is no way I can repay you, but I will forever be indebted to

your example. “Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my

heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer” -Psalm 19:14.

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William Scott Muir

Andrew Maxwell Sebby

Sebbs, Max

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Rancho Mirage, CA

Behavioral Science

Military History I thank God, my mom Alison, my dad

Bruce, my brother Tyler, my Grandma and Papa, Mike, Clay, Todd, Tyler, Nick, all the soccer boys, Kristen, all my friends back home and all my friends here. I love you all and you helped me every step of the way. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of

Well these last four years have been

anything except easy, but I would like to thank everyone who believed in me. Thank you to all my friends over the

years, especially Rich and Tom. Thank

you to my family.

those who love Him”-Romans 8:28.

Victoria Ann Smith

Rex Allen Peacock

Dirty Brown Man, Sexy Rexy,

Tori

T-Rex, Rexicle

Gainesville, FL

Bonaire, GA Geography w/Japanese Minor

Behavioral Sciences

I thank Mom for raising me into the

What a long, strange trip. Sometimes words enough cannot express all that

I am today. All of my success is

should be said. Thanks to all those

of your toughness and

who have hoped, believed, wished, and

hard work. Pop, thank you for being

dreamed during these years—and to

good role model and provider and keeping all the important things in life in perspective. To the Culliphers, thank you for all your hospitality. Once a Rebel, always a Rebel. Peace.

those who have been beside me every

Scott Austin Pontzer

Seth Thomas

Scotty Sparta, NJ Mechanical Engineering

Foreign Area Studies, Western Europe

Four years. Long, arduous, and devoid of

Thank you, Mom, for all your prayers and

my true love finally over. I took ever ything I could from here and hope to have made

years would not have been possible. Dad,

it a better place in return. Thank you to

thank you for the skills and confidence I

my parents who made this all possible with their love and support. And I can’t

gained through your teaching. They have

express how much gratitude I have for my fianc£ Amanda. Thank you for waiting for

inspiration to me. You have given me a reason to keep fighting. To the HUA

man a

testament

me. “Go

confidently in the direction of

your dreams.” -Henry David Thoreau

Patricia Sue Rodriguez

Patty Colorado Springs, CO

Management Mom and Dad, without your support I wouldn’t be where I’m at today. Instructors and mentors, thanks for the

lifelong lessons. Rebs, thanks for being there for me. Friends at USAFA, you will be more than just a memory to me. It’s been an interesting five years, and I can’t wait to see you guys again!!! “To alcohol!

The cause of

and solution to- all of

life’s problems!” -Homer Simpson

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day; who made the valleys shallow and the peaks so much higher; my constant source of strength, you mean everything to me.

Houston, TX

strength. Without them, these past five

been invaluable. Zach, you have been an

DUDE’S and Rebels, you are forever in my heart... Let’s Roll!

Joshua James Wolfram

Wolfy, J, Grandpa, Midget Walla Walla, WA

Systems Engineering Management I thank my family for all their support and help along the way. Karlik’s, thank you for a place I could call home. Though

this place was difficult and hard at times I wouldn’t change it for anything. The

friends and memories I have made are

priceless. Never forget Forever and a Day and Boys of Summer. Six years later and

finally a college degree.

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Michael William Bien

Seth Matthew Cannon

Mike, Bieno, Biener, Bien Allentown, PA Electrical Engineering

Coot, Old Man, Chigger

Arlington, TN Political Science, Foreign Area

Studies

From the hours at Honor Guard practice to

the long nights working on EE, this place has

Well,

given me memories and friends I will never forget. Mom, Dad, Dave, family and the crew, thank you for never giving up on me, even when I was thousands of miles away. Doug, Rave, Forney, and Guard (TCF-06), you guys made this place worthwhile. If it weren’t for

God has always taken care of me. Words

made it! As you said, Mom,

can't express the gratitude and love for my family, friends, and mentors in and out of the Academy who helped me

chart my life's course. 06, it's been a real

pleasure. James 1:2.

you I never would have made it. God Bless and God Speed... wmm

Eric Andrew Browning

Old man, Browntown

Loxahatchee, FL

Systems Engineering Mech Demotion for promotion. A 1,200% pay cut

and too many 18-year-olds yelling

at me for a me

year wasn’t enough to keep

from reaching my goal. My friends,

family, and two additional families got me through this place, so thank you. Lezlie.you made it worthwhile in the end. I thank the Lord for giving me the opportunities He has and for making me go through a hard

freshman year with great people.

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Nathan Westlake Cole Chal “Nate Chal,” Chally Wally, Chals,

Comfort, TX Social Science I would not have made it to where I am or become the person I am today without the

amazing people in my life. 1 owe everything to your support and love. A special thanks to Mom, Dad, and Elliot for their neverending encouragement and guidance. Thanks also to Mr. Giardino, Maj. Parco, Lt. Col. Daley, the Straights, Caila, my roommate Nick, and of course the Crew. 1 know, I can’t believe it

either, but 1 did it.

Justin Patrick Davis I only wish!

Andrew M. Gray Grizzle, Stormin’ Mormon, Old

Roseburg, OR

Man

Civil Engineering

Phoenix, AZ Social Sciences

Four year degree in only 1,436 days, 187

briefings, and 23 formations skipped, not caught once. Thanks to my family, every friend, and especially Alan, Barbara, Mike, and Brigid for every memory that you’ve given me. If I die, don’t worry, remember I love you. And

Mom and Dad, you are the best! Thanks

for all your support. Slater family (my 2nd home) it was easy with you around the corner. Taryn-umfazi wami-I love you. F.F.Brotherhood-lessons learned nowhere else in life, thanks.

now, on to greener pastures. Chief of

Staff, HERE I COME!!

Jason William Greer

Ted Gribbons Eden Prairie, MN

Operations Research Thanks to everyone who helped me make it through this place, especially Mom and Dad. Pessium

Temporum

Optimi Amicorum.

Peter L Furseth III

Pistol, Pedro, Naked Pete Stillwater, MN Operations Research

Apiluk “Tik-tok” Jobsucksry Tikky, Jobs, Shady Buriram, Thailand Computer Engineering

Thank you to my family, you have

It’s been a long journey and far from

supported me through the good as well

home for me. Thanks to the Tibbits,

the bad. I would have never made it

Maguire, Catalano, Kausar, Hariprasad, and Cook for having me over from time to time. Thanks to my four-year roommate, Billy. Thanks to all my

without you. To my boys, you guys will

be the only thing I miss.

USAFA friends. Last, 1 have to thanks

Royal Thai Air Force and USAF for allowing me to be here and be a part of your memories. Tik-Tok Never Stop!

Amy L. Gilliland Warriors Mark, PA Social Science I never thought I would make it through

but I did, and that’s thanks to my friends and family. You were there when I needed you. To the throwers, thanks for the laughs and fun times. Colleen, you are an amazing roomie! Kezz CAKE!! You are one of the coolest

people 1 know. Ben, you made the Academy more enjoyable and your koala impression will always make me laugh.

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Douglas Charles Price Dougie Fresh, Snoop Manitou Springs, CO Humanities Some say it was that hard, some don’t. It doesn’t matter. What matters is we

each came through our own little hell

together. We’ve learned who we are, what we’re capable of, what a true friend is, and what words like loyalty and honor actually

for the people whom I family, I am grateful. The only way to enjoy anything in this life is to earn it first. Enjoy life ’06. You’ve earned it. mean.

For that

now call

Jameson P. Locklear

Colleen Elizabeth Smith

Skinny, Jimmy, George

C-Smitty, Clean

Decatur, GA

San Jose, CA

Political Science

Legal Studies

What happened, I blacked out? “Just when I

Mommy, Daddy, and Tommy, this

thought you couldn’t get any dumber, you go

is from my heart’s song. You may be

and pull a stunt like this... AND TOTALLY

by complete surprise when my heart got

proud of me, but I am even more proud of you. Through nurture, conflict, disappointments, but mostly successes, family is what has stood beside me consistently. You are irreplaceable.

lost in those deep green eyes, she’s not at all

All my achievements can find a home

what I was looking for, she’s more.” Bethany

in your support, which proves your

Rose, I love you.

generous nature.

REDEEM YOURSELF!!!” Well, Mom and

Dad, thank you. fed, you are a Champion, Justin, you are a stud. Stay Strong. “It took me

Megan Rae McClary Meg, MegaNun, Yoshi

Christa Lynn Sperling Sperls, Sperly, The Neds Owensville, MO Humanities, German, Philosophy

Cameron Park, CA

Biology No it wasn’t.

Life can only be understood backwards, but must be lived forward. -Kierkegaard. Without Mom, Ryan Marshall and his

cousins, Shoeboy, Adriho, DVD, Jenny, Kirbs, and many other amazing people I’ve met along the way, my experience here could never have been as wonderful as it

truly was. Hold tightly to the things

that bring you joy. I’ll miss you guys.

Timothy F. O’Connell

Chris J. Van Tassell

Waddle

Victor Tango

Jacksonville, AR

Morgan, UT

Political Science

Astronautical Engineering,

“Don’t confuse what’s important with

Russian

what’s urgent.” I’m eternally grateful to

Without a doubt, these have been

my parents, my grandparents, and my sisters for all their love and support.

the most trying six years of my life.

Dad, I’m sure you didn’t realize the

significance at the time, but your advice to “do

every little task as if it's the most

important thing in your life” has made all the difference. Rochelle, thanks for your love and patience. All, thanks for

believing in me

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David L. Whitney Jr. DVD, Dirty Dave, Whit Nobleboro, ME Military History

Thank you God for driving the bus, if it wasn’t for the ride 1 would never have made it. To my Family: The only

regret I have is that I had to spend four years away from all of you. I love you all. To Laura: Thanks for always being

there, I love you baby. VF Bros: There isn’t a thing I wouldn’t do for any of you. You kept me insane, thanks fellahs. Dozen: DVD, Dirtiest of Them All.

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Jill Marie Adamek

Kevin B. Fobian

Jill Jill, Vern, Jilly, Charlie

Fobs, Fobia Hemet, CA Systems Engineering

Craig, CO Meteorology

Management

The last five years have been full of many great memories with friends that will last a lifetime. I would have never

Sometimes I thought graduation would never

made it without all of them. Mom and

all your love and encouragement; Dad for giving

come, but it

finally happened. Thanks Mom for

Dad, you are the greatest and have

me the

been behind me the whole way. Julie,

officer should be; Wes, Sandman, and Morgan

perfect example of what an Air Force

Tim, and Jon, thanks for your love and

for the awesome times and Kym for staying

support and making me come back all

with me through it all. I couldn’t have done

the times I didn’t want to. Love you all.

it without you. Just remember if you sleep 12

hours a day, you’re really only here two years.

Nathaniel Carden

Julio Gregory Gamez

Cottondale, AL

Grumpy old man,

Management, French

The Hispanic Panic, Don Julio Eielson AFB, Alaska

Father, all glory and honor and praise are

are

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holy. To my family,

yours, you thank you for all of your support and prayer, I love you. To my friends and

the Nickel family, I couldn’t have made

I always thought graduation couldn’t come

it without you. Dad, as you wrote to me

fast enough, but now as we prepare to cross the stage I feel like it’s ending too soon,

in basic, “..those who hope in the Lord

The one thing this place really taught me

will renew their strength, they will soar on

wings like eagles, they will run and they will walk and not

not grow weary,

be faint” -Isaiah 40:31.

is the value of friends and family. Without

my family I don’t think 1 would’ve stayed these five years, without my friends I don’t

think I could’ve kept my sanity.

Jaime E. Garcia

San Diego, CA Human Factors Engineering Thanks to all those who were there for

especialmente mi familia, Stacy, toda my Korean girls, and all those on the five-year plan. I’m going to miss all the good times I had

me,

la raza hispana, all

with my friends here, and the bad times

only made us stronger. To all the friends I have made here, in the words of Curtis 50 Cent” Jackson, “I love you like a fat kid love cake.” Dunskie, I’m out.

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Javan Greeson Kokomo, IN

Michael Huegerich

Political Science

Systems Engineering Management

Well, it’s been a lot of fun, I’ve learned

Manchester, VT

I can’t wait to

Thank you Mom and Dad for the support

all out in the real Air Force. I wish you all the best of luck. I thank

you provided me. Without you I wouldn’t be who I am today. It has been a long

a lot from everyone and see you

Mom and Dad for helping me stick

road and without my family's support it

it out, the Lahman family for making my freshman tolerable, and my future

would have been an impossible road. To

wife Denae for loving me the way she does. Thanks for the memories and the

times once had and think ofthe good times

good times. God bless.

all the ring dance crew, remember the good

yet to come. Jamie Lynn, I love you and having you here made second semester the greatest here at the Academy.

————

Luke J. Harris Frank

Anaheim, CA Aeronautical Engineering

“Today I do what others won’t...” Father, thank you for walking beside me every

step and carrying me when I couldn’t do it myself. Family, thanks for the prayers and support and Nickel family for your love. I wouldn’t have succeeded without you. To the Adventure Club, you all made these four long years a time I’ll never

forget. Agnus Dei!

Matthew Glenn Harvey

Joshua Robert Kay

Harv, Harvey Lawrence, KS

Political Science

St. Johns, MN

Mechanical Engineering It’s finally here. First, thanks to my Father in Heaven who saved me and allowed,

guided, and enabled me to get to where I am today.. .it’s all for His glory. He saw me through it all. Mom, Dad, thanks so much for everything. Aunt Dot, S.R., D&K, B&R, J&H, Grandma, for all your prayers and support. USAFA buds, West Side crew, B’n’B&TRRT, you all had your part. James 1:4.

Christopher Michael Hocking Fatty, Thud, Porkchop, K2

Tanya Anne Kessler Columbia, MD

Concord, MA

Behavioral Science

Political Science

All my love to my friends and family

Thank you Mom and Dad for all the

couldn’t have made it here without you

encouragement and council over the

thanks for all the guys. Mom and Dad love, support, and food. From line dancing

years; thank you, David, Nathan, and Ian for being the greatest brothers ever

in the bedroom to teachers passing us notes,

and helping me remember the things

I heart you Brizzo. Also, Robub and Boo,

that are truly important in life. Thanks

you guys are pretty much amazing. And

to the guys in the

Bulldawgs for keeping

life here in perspective and for being

great friends. God bless.

to all the crazy PTWOB’s,

you guys made

everyday here worth it. “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” Dr. -

Seuss. Blue skies...

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Todd P. Myers

Tyler Glen Kimes Eden Prairie, MN

Kingwood, TX Management, Spanish

Astronautical engineering

Thanks to my parents and two sisters

Kiiime

This school is difficult, but it has been the best thing to happen to me because it has allowed me to live my dreams. There is no way I would have made

it without the support of my family

and the friends that I’ve been through

everything with.

0 It

for their love and support. I don’t think I could’ve done it without your visits,

packages, and phone calls. Angie, you’ll never know how much you helped me along the way. Thanks to the Bowens and McGillivrays for opening their homes to me. Finally to my soccer buds and best friends, thanks for giving me a family away from home. It’s been quite a

ride. 0

Alexander Jacob Longyear

Paul White Silver

“Al Pal”

Colorado Springs, CO

History

Sarasota, FL Aeronautical Engineering Remember: Try to please everybody

and you please nobody, Change your

I did it, I lived the dream. Thank you

Mom, Dad, and David, without you this wouldn’t have happened. Finally here’s all the times and people who have

attitude and your perception of the problem will change, and Freedom is the ability not to care what the other person

thinks. PTWOB 272

It’s been real.

made a difference in my life here and at the other two, lesser service academies.

Abraham Barak Smith

Abe, Mr. Smea Mesa, AZ

Foreign Area Studies Thanks for all the great friends who

have helped me get through this place. Thanks

especially to those of you who know Captain Moroni and your great examples to me throughout my time here. Remember our goal in life should to be better today than we were

yesterday.

Adam Morgan “Captain Morgan” Worcester, MA Military History I give glory

Math

to my Lord and Savior Jesus

Christ for allowing me to come here and to understand Him better. Thanks to my

Mary Ashley Stanton Mashley Richmond, VA

folks, your love and patience

during these years are a testament to great God. Thanks to my fellow Bulldawgs and the Dozen, you all kept

our

it real and worthwhile. Stay the course.

Psalm 144.

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Non est ad astra mollis e terris via. There is no easy way from the earth to the stars. (Seneca)

Quia naturn mutari non potest idcirco verae amicitiae

nature cannot are eternal.

sempiternae sunt. Since change, true friendships

(Horace)

Nicholas Robert Tomlinson

Kimo Christopher Yamashiro Gib, Short Hawaiian, Kimo-Sabi Kaneohe, HI Biology

Nic, Hot Sauce, Tripod Lima, Ohio Math I thank my parents for supporting me

Thanks to Mom, Dad, and

through these four long years. Without you, Mom and Dad, I do not think could have done it. Pa, thank you for I

grandparents for your love and support. I’d be half the man I am today without your guidance. Kai, I’m glad

all the life lessons you taught me on

that I am not in your shoes. Good

those summer trips which will stay with me forever. And to all my Celebrators,

luck bro, and I’ll see you in the real Air

thanks for helping me forget about this

brothers for life. Who’s the best? Thanks

place on the weekends and thanks for the record. No one else could hang.

swimming coaches for training me. Me

Thomas Dean Wittwer

Jacob Randal Yates

Force! Swimming fellaz, you guys are my

ke aloha pan ole a hui hou.

Tom

Yates

Wapakoneta, OH Systems Engineering Management

San Clemente, CA Behavioral Science Not sure if this is allowed any more,

It wasn’t always fun and it never was

but I want to thank Jesus for getting me

easy, but I’m glad I did it. There are not

thanks enough to express my gratitude;

through the Academy. Without Him I’d have quit or been kicked out long ago. I

God, Mom, Dad, Katie, and the rest of

thank Dad, Mom, and Gloria for their

the family, Willow, Jimmy, I owe you

love. I’m so grateful for that and I love you

guys everything. Without you I couldn’t have made it to where I am today. It’s

guys so much. Thanks to my boys here at the Zoo. If you ever need me...done and

been an amazing few years. Some things

done. Wieser and Woody, you know what

are worth

fighting for. Isaiah 6:8!

this place is...a TRAVESHAMOCKERY!

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Jeff E. Coverdale II

LeRoy Raul Arellano LA, CA Management Dayam, I’m good...

J. Cuv, Token, Covergirl

Junction City, KS

English From the 15 to the 4.0, all I want people to remember is I was real. Jesus Christ

always will be my #1, not “a deity of your choice,” take it or leave it. AF Distance is the most legit group of men ever, I’m just happy to be a part of the legacy. 3F32 is my home forever. The essence of my life: Loved by few, hated by many, but respected by all. J-Town was, is, and

stay down!

David M. Foland

Dave, Ace, Fertzel, Wizard Salem, OR Computer Systems Engineering

definitely couldn’t have made it through USAFA without the support of my family. Mom, Dad, and Dan, thanks I

for your support and love. Jahna, you

light in my life. I love you and thank you for always standing by

are a constant

my side. HG06, you are the best bunch of friends I will probably ever have. We

will always have the memories... Be

hard, TCF.

Aaron Michael Bigler Biggs, Old Spice, Dirk

Christopher Robin Gregory

Reardan, WA

Military Strategic Studies

Alpharetta, GA Operations What?

I’m glad I did it, partly because it was well

What a great time! Well, at least some of

worth it, but chiefly because I shall never have to do it again. I will never forget who has made the journey worthwhile: God & His plan for my life, my family, the Watters,

best friend Riley, college buds, Sabre Drill Teammates, and my wife & children (just

kidding). You all encouraged me when I felt frustrated like a legless Cambodian watching a bagel roll downhill. I love you all.

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Robins

it. I’m glad I made it

through and I’m glad that two of my roommates front the last four years have graduated, but hey, that’s just the way it goes. Thanks to everyone who helped me out, to my parents (Double Thanks), and to M.O.W. (I still don’t

get it though) and

I love you Christina. It

great trip!!!!

actually was a

Lindsay Cathleen Grose Squirrel Mission Viejo, CA Political Science/ Foreign Area Studies-Latin America, Spanish “I Danced.” I want to thank God and my family for giving me strength and

Kurt Alan Lubelan

Lubey, Lubes, Fatty Oxford, Ml Legal Studies These were a long four years, and I’m

friends: I hope you dance, thank you for

glad they’re over. But I wouldn’t change them for anything. Thanks Mom and Dad, the rest of my family, and Lois for always listening to my gripes about this place. To all my buddies, we had some good times (too bad they broke up 14.5). And I leave you with this: “you shut your mouth when you’re talking

being there.

to me.”

the opportunity to come here and Dance. AF Distance: Thank you for all

the memories and support. ExCo: It has been a blessing to work with all of you.

Superman: You are my hero. To all my

Todd Alan Hadley

Martin Jacob Montoya

T-Had Fountain Hills, AZ

JaKe, MOTO, Mr. Wiggles Tucson, AZ

Social Science

Computer Engineering

Thanks to Mom and Dad, Jonathan

Bring me Men with their chins in and

and Bryan, Hannah, my grandparents,

beat me till I can’t lift my classmate off

and my close friends from home for

the ground. The dirt floor of a frikin

the support. The regular four, the KFC,

tent never polished up a better pair of hands to dawn a red cover, roll a pair

the Freestyle Thursday Crew, and 3F32

made my time a blast. I have had a lot of great memories and made my closest

of sleeves, and salute the presenters of

friends, and will remember how positive

15 pairs of prop and wings when they actually meant something. Every person

my time here has been.

I’ve met here has made me better, and I thank you for it. Nihil Sine Dolore.

Vladimir Emilov Kalinov

Vladi, Vlad Triavna, Bulgaria

Ryan Andrew Morgan Thumb, Morganitos San Antonio, TX

Economics

Behavioral Science

So glad it’s over, finally a free person again!

Four years. F. Thanks to my parents

for the first 18, y’all rock my pants off. Thanks to the Davis’ for the last

four; never without you, woof. And

special thanks to those dudes and chicas I met here who will be forever with me in my heart and in my Buddy List; ROOMIE, Headward, L-Reezy, Little

Lou, Squirrelly and everyone else who’s not on here.

Morgan out.

Raymond Kui

Nathan Ross Mortenson

Q, Ray, ray-ray College Point, NY

Sioux Falls, SD

Mathematical Sciences

Electrical Engineering

To Mom and Dad, don’t worry, I paid

Thank you God, you are my strength. To

Nate

attention. To James, thanks for being a

my family who kept me motivated, thank

great role model, I hope you’re at least a little bit proud of your little brother.

you for all of your prayers and support. Now to all my friends, especially “the

To all the old Barons, Cobras, Saxons,

crew.” The memories will last forever.

and everyone at Sagecreek

You made it all worth it, more then

thanks

you’ll things through

for putting up with me for four years,

ever realize. I can do all

I’ll miss the good times. “It’s a magical world Hobbes ol’ buddy... let’s go exploring!” Bill Watterson’s Calvin

Christ who strengthens me. -Phil 4:13

Kyle Singer Olney, MD General Engineering

Louis G. Nolting Golden, CO

History

I wouldn’t have made it through without

As this tragic chapter in my life closes, I

the support of my family and friends. To

don’t quite know what to think, but the

get through you don’t have to be superman, but you do need superheroes for friends.

bitter taste in my mouth reminds of Bob’s

fine words: “Don’t follow leaders, they’re

Some days graduation seemed hopeless.

walking parking meters,” and Warren’s: “I wanna live all alone in the desert.” To

Then you see someone who needs support

Mom, Dad, Anna, and Katy, you mean the world to me, thank you. To Lauren, spank

than you, and you pull each other through. To the greatest friends I could ask for, thank you for being there. To Nikki, my love always. To my family and instructors, thank you for believing in me. more

you! To my friends, what the deuce were we thinking? “They journeyed a long time and found nothing...’’-Voltaire

Anthony James Stinton Sherwood, OR Management and Economics

Daniel Ryan Qualls Dano Oklahoma City, OK

English

I’ve learned a lot and I haven’t gotten

“I love carpet. I love desk.” “Brick, are

arrested, so I guess it’s been a good

you just looking at things in the office

four years. I’d like to thank Maj. Parco

and saying that you love them?” “I love

and assorted other members of DF for

lamp.” “Do you really love the lamp, or are you just saying that because you saw it?”“I love lamp. I love lamp.” I also love

restoring my faith in humanity and even importantly, I want to thank my mom and dad for

having me.

and thank my parents, my friends, THE

KIDS, and Edna the Cool Bus. “If it’s not

keeping you up nights, then what’s

the point?”

Luke P. Rodgers

——

Derek Michael Tosie

San Antonio, TX

Argyle, TX

Physics & Mathematics

Political Science

As this tragic chapter in my life closes,

Well I finally made it. Mom and Dad,

I can say I will always cherish the times

thanks for your love and support over

I had with my classmates despite my

these last four years, I couldn’t have

for those who ran this

done it without you. Thanks to all

institution into the ground. I thank

my friends who, with the assistance of alcohol, made my time here enjoyable.

utter contempt

my family and friends, whose constant

support prevented me from smashing my head into the terrazzo. To paraphrase Will, USAFA was a bad choice. Then again,

In the words of Clive Cussler, “It was a

great party while it lasted. 1 trust it will continue elsewhere.”

“heaven hath a hand in these events” and we’ll see what the future holds.

Dathan Kimball Salgado

Primetime Simi Valley, CA Aeronautical Engineering From the Class of’04 to the Class of’06, it

has been a long and interesting ride. The

only tradition held sacred was to change what was done before, but I always had my family and my friends. The most valuable lesson was definitely how to look out for my friends and how to put

things in perspective. I can’t wait to go out and make a difference. So Fly! Fight! and Win! Put Bombs on target on time!

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James B. Wentzel

“Creepy” Santa Barbara, CA Political Science Mom and Bob, thanks for always

supporting me and helping me get through my four years here. It meant a lot to have you travel here so

many times

to see me. Jon, thanks for

being a great role model for me and giving me a vision of life at and after the Academy. My friends, you were my muse and kept me laughing every day. I could never have come this far without all

of you!

Bryan Edward White Whitey, Nutz, White-(fill in any word that comes to mind) Mecca, OH Civil Engineering This has been a non-stop challenge, but worth every second. I couldn’t have done it without my friends here and my

Ryan Jacob Worrell Squirrel Center Point, IA Aeronautical Engineering Thanks to the guys... we had a few

really dose calls, but it all worked out, and we had some good times. Life rules,

Jeepy rules, rocked the snowboarding...

family supporting from home. To all of

and all in all I had a blast. Thanks to

the guys: may the fun times never end.

my family for the encouragement and being aweeesome, you rule. “On an

island in the sun, We’ll be playing and

having fun.”

Jason Wolfe

Austin, TX Social Sciences Mom and Dad, thanks for putting up with all my complaining these past five

years and helping me get “my sense of humor back.” Cristen and Trey, thanks for backing my decisions and keeping me going in the right direction, even when i felt like giving up. To all my friends, especially our main group of four, wow, we’ve had some crazy times, and if it was not for

y’all, this place would have been

much more difficult. Love all of you.

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Barney Baldassare Ales Dino, Barnyard, Yard Las Vegas, NV Systems Engineering Information Systems -

Kyle Anthony DePierre Eldorado, CO Systems Engineering Management

These past four years have been long and

arduous, but it’s finally over. Thanks to my

family for all their support and helping me persevere. Pat, you have been like a second mom to me. Thanks to my friends back home

for keeping me sane, and the Flying Team crew for helping me stay focused and in good spirits. Lastly thanks to all the Mighty War Eagles of CS-15 for making this place bearable.

Meredith Joy Benson

Minneapolis, MN Foreign Area Studies Thanks to all my friends for all the fun times and future memories which will be even better. Birds, you guys are a great group of girls and I will miss you next year. Mom and Dad, thanks for

everything. I love you!!!

Benjamin Thomas Feeney Stucki, Feendog Verona, Wl

Biochemistry Yes, it was... I’ve gotta thank Mom, Dad, and Meghan for all the support

they’ve given me over my four-year stint here, I couldn’t have made it without you. Also, thanks Steve, Sloppy, Cat, Witz, and Chris for helping me make it through, for making it fun, and for the constant

shenanigans. Lastly, thank God

for club hockey and DU, you’re what

kept me sane. Love it.

Richard E. Davis Jr. Li’l Dick, Double D, Richy D

Hamilton (Trenton), NJ

Management

Christopher Clifton Foote Winston-Salem, NC Systems Engineering (Mechanical)

I can’t really say I made it cause I’ve always had too many people in my

This place may not have always been

God is first, then my

memories and great friends. Thank you,

corner to name.

fam (JRW, ELWjr,JAW,ELW3rd) much

love for putting up with the missed/late

fun, but it has given me a lot of good Mom and Dad, for being there for me.

calls etc. Dub4 you know I got nothing

I just wanted to tell you I appreciate all that you have done for me, and to let

but love for y’all, couldn’t have done it without you. The Rest of y’all you know

Dad know that I’m proud of him for how far he has come.

who you are. "1 am what I am, and I do

what I can...” we made it!! One

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Nicole Danielle Graham

Andrew Christopher Havko

Nic, Cole, Graham Cracker

Drew, Andy Campobello, SC Physics

Blue Springs, MO

Management Well, I finally made it. It’s been a rough four years, but I survived. Mom and Dad,

Thank you to everyone for making the

thanks for all the support that you gave

my life. Plus Outre.

past four years some of the greatest of

throughout school and running. I love you both so much, fared, I’m truly me

blessed to have a brother as caring as you. I’ve cherished these last two years spent

together and hope you have as well, best of luck for what remains. And to all my

friends, we did it! 1 love you all! m

Joshua Seth Hallford Columbiana, AL Behavioral Sciences, Spanish I thank all my family and friends who

have stuck by me throughout it all. I’ve

.mi,

Charles Garrett Heaton

Spokane, WA Operations Research 1 just want to say thanks to everyone who has helped me through this place

made some of the best friends I’ve ever had here, and I appreciate everything

you’ve done for me. Glad I got the chance to make some memories and

look forward to all the ones yet to come.

Colin Enright Harley

Weston, MA Mechanical Engineering “We are face to face with our destiny and we must meet it with a

Wesley Ponthep Indharasophang Wes, indo, Indy, 1+13 Gastonia, NC Biology

high and resolute

It has been a long four years with many

courage. For us is the life of action, of strenuous performance of duty; let us

challenges for me to overcome, but I think I have become a better person going through USAFA. I thank my father and my mother for always believing in my

live in the harness, striving mightily; let us rather run the risk of wearing out

than rusting out.”-Theodore Roosevelt, 1898.

Mom, Dad, Bren, Peter, and all my friends: Thank you for being with me

through thick and thin. I love you all.

Michael James Harter

potential. I thank my brother, Travis, for being there with me through the good and bad times at USAFA and all my classmates who helped me get through these four years to finally graduate as an officer.

Placentia, CA

Maurice Kamgaing Yaounde, Cameroon

Behavioral Science

Economics

“Life should not be a journey to the Grave with the Intention of arriving safely in a preTty and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke,

thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming ‘Wow! What a Ride!’”Hunter S. Thompson. Thanks to Mom and Dad, sweetheart, family, and friends, for all the lOve, support, and cookies. “I caN do

all things through Christ who strengthens

ml!” (Phil. 4:13).

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Tyler Brant Keltner Nickname is inappropriate

Fishers, IN

Biology Mom, Dad, Madelyn, Christie, and Tom I thank all of you for your support

and being there when I needed you. I couldn’t have done it without you.

Karmo, Kimo, Stoop, Gary, Gordo, Nick once a fella, always a fella. Heguy, Liabo, Herrmann we’ll have to figure out

a way to keep the spring breaks coming each year. ’06 15ers I’ll miss the crazy times. I’ll miss you guys.

Virginia Miller Ginny, Pirate, Anastasia Winston-Salem, NC Electrical Engineering All my Hawg and WarEagle buddies,

thanks for the great times. To my

friends, you mean so much to me. Swim team, it was a trip and a half, and great entertainment besides. USAFA, thanks for educating me in so many areas. Enemies, I hope you are nonexistent. Mom, Dad, beautiful sissy, and my favorite middie,

arrrrrrrrrrrrg! Vielen Dank fur alles. mhbbebf <insert words here>. -

Christine Lynn Knieff

Jonathan Michael Mosier

Knife, knifer, smelly

The “Robot with Fur,” Mo,

Brookings, SD

Fathead

Political Science

Bellevue, NE

Thanks Mom, Dad, Jenny, and Larry for your support. I love you so much! This has been a long haul, but I wouldn’t trade

Astronautical Engineering,

Philosophy Four years...four years to an ideal

it for anything. To my friends, thanks, and

that many say is lost, but it never was,

I’ll miss you lots. “All of us have had the

just obscure amongst the change. Home, four-dig year, Book Club, Good Company’s, and life long friends is where the Academy ideal rests and what has made it worth it. SapereAude.

experience of a sudden joy that came when nothing in the world had forewarned us of its coming—a joy so thrilling that if it was bom of misery we remembered even the misery with tenderness.”

Dettame Destine

Michael Jack Lucky

Mike, TK

Christopher Charles Patten Driftwood, Goiter,

Highlands, TX Military Strategic Studies

“Little Havana” (Miami, FL)

Director of Alcohol Traffic

Comp Sci

The journey has just begun... Thank you to everyone who

helped me survive and

Facebook Me, Super Smash Brothers,

excel the past four years. Here’s to Guy’s

and hours on AIM. To the Good Times,

Night and Haps ’til Taps. My Family

the Bad Times, and those I do not

Thank you and I love you. Your endless

remember....Patten Out.

support guides me everyday. The Guys -

We’ve only just begun. Let’s make a

difference. Everyone else

Godspeed

and Good Luck!

Christan Robert Maguire

Theodore Benson Randles

Peaches, Midget Hands, Magoo Pocatello, ID

Fyodor, El Guapo, SWC, “lover" Panama City, FL History, Philosophy, Russian

Civil Engineering

Feeney, you were the sexiest roommate I could have asked for; thanks for not

killing me. Bill, if you ever need any marriage counseling, just give me a call. For the three Asians (Kausar, Tick Tock,

and Vishall), you were always there for me

when I needed you. Janis, you are

my little Hawaiian love nut. Major, the Test Eagles have finally dropped. Team,

Stay; Blue Skies 278

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“Let us die young or let us live forever. We don’t have the power, but we never say

Sitting in a sandpit, life is a short trip. The music’s for the sad men. Can you imagine when this race is won? Turn our golden faces into the sun. Praising our leaders, we’re getting in tune. The music’s played by the madmen. Forever young, 1 want to be forever young. Do you really want to live forever, forever and ever?” never.

William Robert Singiser III

Gary Leon Sweatte II

Billy, Billy-Bob, Sloppy, Statutory Pittsgrove, NJ Legal Studies, Spanish

G Swizzle, Sweety, Sweaty

Now that wasn’t exactly what I thought

college would be like, but I’ll take it. Here’s to the best friends in the world, I wouldn’t have made it without you

guys. South Jersey, you kept my head up during the rough times and always kept a smile on my face.

Stucki, Maguire, my

brother Beau and the rest of BUBs.. .I’ll

Chesapeake, VA Foreign Area Studies-Africa

Welp, it wasn’t fun but worth it. Mom, Dad, Greg, family. If it wasn’t for your love support and money I’d be flipping burgers. Fifteen crew, I’m a better video game player because of y’all. Dub-four, no words can be said, it was shown. My brothers for life. Cherry, my ace, stay grimy. To my 111’ sis Leah, I love you and will miss you. I’m finally out, one!!!

always have a case ready.

Nicole Marie Stenstad

Matthew Paul Wilson

Steny, Stinky, Unfriend Woodbury, MN Astronautical Engineering (French)

Matty, Matty Dubs Rising Sun, MD Systems Engineering Management

Thanks to Mom, Dad, and Zach for

I thank God for helping me make it

believing in me and always being

through this place. I also thank Mom, Dad, and the rest of my family back home who were always there to encourage me. Thank you Nacole for being understanding even when the situation here did not make sense. Finally, I thank all my friends (you know who you are) here for making this place bearable.

there. Friends, teammates, one-fivers, and OCFers, I thank God for each

of you every day. I would not have

gotten through without your love and encouragement. Thanks to the Astro crew

for good times...geeks forever!

Prov. 3:5-6.

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John H. Alley Colorado Springs, CO

Aeronautical Engineering It would be hard to name all the people

and experiences that have slowly shaped me

(and continue to do so) over these last

six years. The few at the top of the list are

Jeremy Adam Boeing JB, J-Bo, Bo-dog, B, Little Monster Cincinnati, OH

Management Mom, Dad, and Mick, thank you so much for your love and support.... and advice I should have followed and didn’t.

my family, my friends, those who know

The Morgans, thanks for the home away

Capt. Moroni, the Venezuela-Barcelona

from home and everything you did. The

Mission, President Sitterud, the ’04 doolie Cobras, ’04/’06 Chickenhawks, and my

Careys, thank you for putting up with

forget your helmet on

Ryan, Zach, R, and Dre, you guys are

the slopes, and go big or go home! Que les

what kept me here. Thank you for all the

vaya bienl Helaman5:12

awesome times. See you in the Air.

roommates. Don’t

the crew weekend after weekend. Matt,

Joshua William Ames

Robert Douglas Campbell

Schmuck, Stitch, Hey you Valrico, FL

Rob, Robba, Berto, Doc Ernul, NC

Humanities

General Chemistry

Here I am...three basic trainings later and

Single Caucasian male, 6'2", 175 lbs., brown hair and eyes, likes long walks on the beach, and paintball. Seeking hot single female, who can put up with shenanigans. Seriously, thanks to the guys and gals from 16. You’ve kept me going. I heart you.

high school. I thought 1 was dreaming delusions of grandeur back then, but I’m here. Thanks Dad for helping me keep after that 2 percent chance and Mom and Lisa for always being encouraging and wanting to help. My partner in crime, we made it my friend Schmuck. Special thanks and glory to my Father and Savior who never left me and gave me each of these people. seven years after

Kimberly D. Bentley Littleton, CO Political Science and Foreign Area Studies (Middle East) You may push

around/but you

cannot win/you may throw me down/

but I’ll rise again. Thanks to Marie for

painting that Offspring quote outside the room. Those words are a great way to get through the Academy and through life. This has been a tough, fun,

and interesting four years. Thanks to all those who made it that way.

Thanks for the support and love Mom,

Dad, and Catherine. Annie, Galen, Ernest, Adam, Jamie, you’ve been my recharge whenever I was out, love you.

Ryan Austin Cox Rome, Italy Foreign Area Studies (Western Europe) I thank Mom and Dad for

always being

there for me. Thanks for listening to my many “venting” sessions. I can’t say the road wasn’t bumpy at some points, but I managed to

get through thanks to the love and support from those close to me. I give a shout out to the tripod, the table, CS-16, the old CS-20ers, and my other

buds from the over the years. Thank for all the memories! Peace!

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you

Jordan R. Kemp Kemper, Skemp, Kempo, Steve Albany, NY Management

Aaron Joseph DeLaFuente AJ, Jay, Locks of Love

Vacaville, CA

Systems Engineering

I first thank my family and friends for helping me get through the best and worst of days while I was here. To the lax grubblers of the past, present, and future; keep your harpoons sharp, beware of the anteater, never falsely claim an SOF, and keep grillin’ the Elmer’s glue. All smokers tricks aside, it’s

“No matter how hard you try, you can’t stop us now” -Rage Against the Machine. I thank all the great friends I’ve

made here at the Academy. I couldn’t have made it through without your

help. Mom, Dad, & Sis

thanks for

your support and encouragement

throughout the past four years. Now, it’s time to finally enter the “real” AF. I’ll see y’all on the other side...

been real. Game on, biscuits await.

Matthew Robert Forney Cater, Fornicuss, Forney Okemos, Ml

Kimdaddy, Slim, Korean

Daniel Y. Kim

Civil Engineering

Management

All in all, I can’t complain. It's been a good

It’s been a long four years here and

Cerritos, CA

four years, Ryne (three years is a long time

I’ve seen a lot of great friends come

anyone). CJ, Matt, thanks for everything, it was a blast; Dayle, you were always there when I needed someone and you always kept my life interesting (which is a good thing) I can’t thank you enough, Mom and Dad and the rest of the family, thank you for always being there and always believing in me.

and go. First off, I thank my family for

to live with

supporting me throughout the years. I am grateful to my aunt who has stuck by me and supported me. Thanks to my USAFA buds and my friends back home.

Lastly, thanks Tanya for sticking by me through the years. I love you all.

Ashley Anne Guthrie Crashiey Tulsa, OK

Management To God, my family and friends: without you, I never would have made it. To my family: I only hope that I am as loving

and supportive as you have been to me. To my friends: I hope you have received as

much from me as I have from all

of you. Never forget: “Not everything

that can be counted counts, and not

everything that counts can be counted.” -Albert Einstein

Richard Michael Harr Dover, DE

Sze Woon Lau

Bio-Chemistry

Political Science/Foreign Area

Thanks to my family and friends (one

and the same to me) for supporting me

Honolulu, HI Studies Thank you God for watching over me these

the whole way through. As long as you

last four years. My mom and dad for all

find a way to keep on smiling everything becomes easy, and all of you allowed me to do that.

your love, support and all the Asian food you sent. Awesome friends who made the

Despite this place, I have gained lifelong friends and the love of my life. How could I ever complain?

academy unforgettable—sleepless nights, drunken debauchery, eating puked icecream and dance parties on Edna...I love you all. Rules are made to be broken, and when life gives you lemons, make

lemonade.:) Kids for life.

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Daniel Reid Moss

Gregg Ian Lutterman

“Rebecca,” “MossMoss” Miami, AZ

Lut, Lutta, Liittimous Gilbertsville, KY

Systems Engineering Management My family was always there for me. Gerald, Anne, and Jacob Lutterman, I love you. My sponsors were like a second family to me. The

people have my help whenever

they need it: Javi (from start to finish you were there), Rorey (another weekend another bottle), Josh (snow or dance floor, we tear it up), Dan (the roomie) Kim, Panzer, Sanman, Frieden, and the rest.

Aeronautical Engineering Ma and Pop, to be able to put up with

for 18 years is something only you could do. I want to say “I love you,” but

my friends will make fun of me so I

won’t. Ryan, Jay, the tripod’s gonna keep

standing long after graduation. I’m not engaged right now, but I imagine I will be someday. So to my future trophy wife, I love you. Oh and the Petey’s, you guys rock too. Annnnnd I’m out.

Joseph Duffie Ratteree III

Russell Glenn Mitscherling

Savannah, GA

Victoria, TX Environmental Engineering

Systems Engineering Management

Ryne Paul Roady Rye, Ryno, The Pacifist

Rafael Tomas Montoya-Ortega

Rafael, R.T., M-O, Montego Las Cruces, NM

McLoud, OK

Humanities (Languages)

Astronautical Engineering

This past five years has been an AMAZING

A difficult four years, but it was all worth

road I will never forget. Thanks to everyone

it. Ultimately it is the difficulties and triumphs that make this place great. I

who helped me get to and through the

Academy. Special thanks to my mom, dad, sisters, aunts and uncles, grandparents,

would like to thank all of my friends and

friends, the Warrick’s, and to all the

ways than they realize. Special thanks to my mom and dad, you guys are great, and

people in my Bible study. Most importantly, praise to my Lord and Savior,

awesome

family who have supported me in more

Ashley for inspiring me to always take challenges. “A man’s worth is no greater

Jesus Christ, because without Him none of

it would have been possible.

than his ambitions.” -Marcus Aurelius

Dayle Pamela Morell DP, Dayo, Dee, Daylio Bloomfield Hills, Ml

Chemistry

Timothy Michael Siemer Tiimmmyyyy, Tim Batavia, IL

Military History, Spanish

“Maybe the past is like an anchor holding us back. Maybe, you have to let

I am forever in debt to

go of who you are to become who you will be.”-Carrie LCG, we were fabulous!

calls and tough times. Your support has

Thank you MLS, my twin roommate.

MRF, my other roommate- summus unus.

MT team, good luck! CEG(S!),

Group Staff(x4) good memories. JMB glow always, swing less. HEM, JMP, =

CDM- you flew away, but never far.

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you Mom, Dad,

and Katie who put up with my late phone

gotten me through USAFA. Thank you to the Huntz’s for their home away from

home. Thank you Jess for sharing your life with me, I’m looking forward to our

future. Last but not least thank you to all of the Rifle Team. All the

glory goes to

God; without Hint I am nothing!

Morgan Leanne Stewart Morgs, Mo-Mo, Skittles

Coral Springs, FL

Elbert, CO

Electrical Engineering and

James S. Trimble

Astronautical Engineering

Computer Engineering

I have made countless memories during

Thanks to my friends and family who’ve

my time at USAFA that will be with me always. I advise future and present

both a difficult and rewarding four

cadets to not waste their time here; there are coundess opportunities and the time

years. I think the Academy experience is best summarized by these words from

goes by quickly if you are having fun. To my friends: Sarah, Jill, Dayle, Jetta,

Abraham Lincoln, “The struggle of today,

Cynthia (and more), my CS-16 buddies and especially Matt, thank you for your friendship-1 will miss you.

helped me along the way. It’s been

is not altogether for today—it is for a vast

future also.” I wish my classmates the best of luck in their future careers; to the rest of the cadet wing

keep on keepin’ on.

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Paul L. Adams

Ross Aaron Conrad

Gopul, Padams Arvada, CO

Rosser, Speedy R, Conrad Ross Wausau, Wl

Operations Research

Astronautical Engineering

Can’t say I’m not glad to be out of here. To the lax guys: never forget

Over the past four years I have been

who you are, a breath of fresh air in a

can’t wait to see what lies ahead. It hasn’t

place that desperately needs it and the tightest-knit group here. Keep those harpoons sharp and at the ready. Mom,

worth it. Thanks to all the people I’ve

dad, sis -1 couldn’t have done it without

the friends I’ve made. Mom, Dad, and

you, from freshman year breakdowns to senioritis. I love you guys.

Eric, you were always there for me. Jill, you’ve made the past three semesters simply amazing.

able to do so many wonderful things, I

always been easy or enjoyable but well had the pleasure of working with and

Clyde Antone Cross li Crzyeyed Clyde, Crazy Hampton, VA/ Montgomery, AL Computer Science (Information Assurance) This has been a tough and long 5 years. Yes

people, I’m on the five-year plan. I won’t forget the friends that I have made here. I will not

forget crazy nights, TX, Recognition and most importantly graduation. To the A-squad crew: Ashton, Chris, and Ben: It’s been a long time coming and finally we are here. These days are the beginnings of something great. It’s time for us to change the world. Peace.

James Thomas Cassleman Jim

Spring Lake, Ml Management Mom, Dad, Liz, Chris, Bill, Rick, Grandma and Grandpa, thanks for all the support over the years. Also, thank you to the LaValleys for opening your home

to me

appreciative.

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I’ll always be

Philip Ray DeLong Jr. OKC, OK Mechanical Engineering

Asif Kausar

Sean Alexander France Colorado Springs, CO

Irving, TX Management

Astronautical Engineering

First of all, I thank my mom and dad

“Always question authority.”

for always being there for me, I wouldn’t have made it through without you. To all my brothers, it’s been a long hard road

but we made it. “Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken wing bird that cannot fly. Hold fast to dreams

for if they go, life is a field barren frozen with snow.” -Langston Hughes

Jeremy S. Gracy Cassville, MO Systems Engineering

Stephen Bruce Keefer Jr. Steve, Keefs Mechanicsburg, PA

Mechanical

Political Science

Thanks to my parents, friends, family, and everyone who helped me get here

Though this didn’t always seem like the best decision, it has been an exciting four years and I am grateful for the opportunities

and then get through here.

Any success I’ve had wouldn’t have happened if it weren’t for your help. Especially you, Mom and Dad, I’m the person I am today because of both of you. Thank you.

I have had. I am very thankful for the

friendships forged here. We enjoyed some of the best times together and endured some of the longest days. In the end, I thank my family, my closest friends, and God for seeing me through to this point. May 31st can’t come soon enough!

Michael Kendall

Jahna Leigh Haldeman

Allentown, PA

“Mikey”

Social Science

Hartford, VT

Management

“Greater love hath no man than that friends.” Thank to everyone for your

Thanks to my parents and family for supporting me thru everything,

encouragement, support, and patience

and there was a lot. Also thanks to

in these last five years. To my God I own

everything but to you I am also forever

everyone, 35ers and all of Stalag, that made life enjoyable here and allow me

this; that a man lay down his life for his

indebted. Thanks to all my friends and

to be

especially to my love, David. Without

the Zoomie fellas, you made this place

you I would have never made it. Love and Faith Forever.

great.

myself, “Mikey”!! And finally to

Annie Lee

Bellflower, CA Legal Studies

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Tyrel Joseph Lyon Toledo, IA

Fernando Wladimir Nicolalde

Fern, Fernie Fern Fern Fern, “Princess”

Social Sciences

Chino Hills, CA

Systems Engineering: Information Systems I thank the Lord for every aspect of the last four years. The Academy will forever

change my life. I love you Mom and Dad, thank you for always being there for me. To my teammates and brothers: thank you for

inspiring me from day one of practice. To the Atkinson’s and Ankrum’s: thank you for

supporting for me and tending to my heart.

Drew Campbell Reber

Michael Owen McCants

Drewski, Reb

Mike, Koala, McNasty

Springfield, VA

Mount Airy, MD

Management

Management, Spanish

To Mom, Dad, and Matt: Thank you for

Thank you Mom, Dad, and Matt for everything you have done for me.

your enduring love and support, not just through these past four years but for a

lifetime. I owe you more than you can

Especially for all the places we have been able to travel to and the opportunities

imagine. To Him: I give humble

I have been able to take part in because

ever

thanks for all the blessings. To my buds

of your sacrifices and help along the

in Stalag (the Herd) and the Wolfpack:

way. Also thanks to all of my family and

You are my brothers and sisters, never

friends who have always been there for

hesitate to ask anything of me. Pain is

me. Best of luck to everyone.

temporary, pride is forever.

Katrina Marie Mumaw

Stewart C. Smith

Lancaster, CA

(German)

Stew, Stewy, Stewther Lubbock, TX Political Science, Chinese

Human Factors Engineering

“There is not enough darkness in all the

Thanks to God, friends, family, and

world to put out the light of even one small

BSU. It’s been a great four years. Y’all

candle.” -Robert Alden

are awesome. God is

good!

I’m privileged to have marched up the BMM

Ramp as a member of the LCWR. The support of countless individuals along the way aided me in my success here and I know I wouldn’t

have been able to do it alone. I’ve learned from my time here that perseverance and hard work do pay off. Thanks for everything, Dad.

Matthew Alan Musser

Daniel Owen Stephens

Muss

Loveland, CO

Madison, Wl

Economics

Management

I thank my friends and family back

YOU ARE GOING TO FAIL. No matter

home for their support, especially my

how good you are you will fail at something. But, it is how you overcome your failure

parents and Erin. Always remember,

that dictates the person you will become. Miracles happen and that’s why you believe.

Question everything. Accept nothing. Choose generic. Don’t be boring. Don’t be a loser. Win. Woolpullers for life. Dad,

Mom, Drew, and Nate, thanks for helping me

stay the course. Laters.

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the stupider people think you are the more

surprised they will be when you

terminate them.

Katharine S. Strickland

Stephen Gerard Yackley Jr.

Kate, Fatty McFat Fat Santa Ana, CA

Colorado Springs, CO

Foreign Area Studies (Russia)

Aeronautical Engineering

First, I’d like to thank God for his loving grace and guidance. Mom, Dad and Britt, thanks

Mom and Dad, thanks for all your

for always being there and granting me your

putting up with all of my friends every weekend. To the herd, I’ll never forget

unending love and support. To Matt, Daniel,

Steve, Yack, Yackles

support and believing in me; also for

the Petersons, and Dippolds, 1 couldn’t have

the good times. Teri, thanks for sticking

made it without you. Thanks for keeping things

with me through these four years, I couldn’t have done it without you and

entertaining. Demons D flight girls, fencing team, old Cobras, and all my buds in Stalag-

I love you.

thanks for all of the wonderful memories. We went

through a lot, but always with a smile.

Edward Joseph Tucholski Jr. Joe

Monterey, CA Operations Research “There is no success without hardship.” Thanks to all of you who have

helped me deal with

the MANY hardships the academy presents.

Special thanks to Mom, Dad and Heidi. Mom and Dad you’re always there and want the best for me, thanks for guiding me through life. Heidi, what can I say, but thank you for

everything, 1 owe you everything. Certainly, ups and downs but through it all you have always been there, my best friend and more.

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Carl R. Chen

Matthew Stephen Drake Benza

“C 2

”

Benny Tamaqua, PA Management

Livonia, Ml English

What words can describe the feeling I

“That the powerful play goes on, and you

have knowing I will be done with this

may contribute a verse.” -Walt Whitman.

place soon. I would like to thank all of my boys here at USAPA, without you

Four years of trial by fire, of sharing tears

I would have never been able to get

known. In the end, it was all worth it for a

through this place. To the wrestling team, had a blast hanging out with all

chance to make history. Thank you to those

of you, even if most of the time it was

enough to lean on me. Most importantly: Thank You Mom, Dad, and Wrights for your neverending love and support.

and laughter with the best people I’ve ever

I’ve leaned on and to those who I've trusted

during practice. And to everybody else, keep on rockin.

Humanities

Jonathan Gary Ferro Johnny, Furry, Sean John Peachtree City, GA Operations Research

USAFA has threatened my sanity at times,

“Time flies when you are having fun.” So

but it’s been worth it. To my family &

many good memories, a couple bad ones, and a bunch of good friends. To

Susan Eileen Bogrette Susie, Skittles Richville, NY

friends: thanks for your support. To the 06’ers in 18: we’ve made a million timeless

my friends, this place would have been unbearable without you (Ego Imbibo

memories, thanks for all those good times.

Holly: I owe you for adopting me, I couldn’t have asked for a better home away from

Ad Meus Praters). Mom, Dad, and Matt

home. And in case anyone’s wondering, yes,

Allison, my day was never complete

you can be 5’2" & 100 lbs and still be a cop you know you’re scared. ©

unless I heard your voice, we have so

Mark Andrew Carlson

Kristin Marie Hamlett

you were always for me no matter what.

much yet to experience together.

...

Punk Rocker

San Diego, CA

Social Science First and foremost I want to thank my

and Dad, it wouldn’t have been

Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for giving me

the opportunity to attend such a

Leslie, thanks for continuouslygrounding,

inspiring, and energizing me. Megan, you taught me about true friendship, couldn’t

the way. Mom and Dad, you are so and I want to thank you as

have made it without you by my side. You’re lookin good, im lookin better.

well for your constant encouragement and love. To all the Bros and Dudes out

Cameron, you showed me how powerful love is, I’ll never forget it. Huey, Del, Britt,

there, I love you all. Go Falcons!!! Sink

Navy!!!!

thanks for taking me in.

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possible

without your guidance, love, and support.

great place and for protecting me along awesome

Biology

“What a long, strange trip it’s been.” Mom

John Francis Haney

Frankie Mount Gilead, OH

Management Never in my life has four years come

and gone so quickly and unbelievably slow at the same time. To my parents, friends, and God: thanks for sustaining

along the way. I couldn’t have made it without you. I leave this place with me

many fond memories, some great jokes,

and a few tidbits of wisdom. “Scars heal,

glory fades, and all we’re left with are the memories made.” Chris Cagle -

Steven Randall Haynes “Scuba Steve”

Craig Michael Lieb

Denver, CO Aeronautical Engineering

Systems Engineering Management

These last four years have had more than

There’s no way to thank everyone, but to

their fair share of ups and downs and I

Mom, Dad, Chris, Pam, Dale, and Nana,

thank my mom, dad, and brothers for all the love and support you gave me,

thanks for being there every step of the journey. This has been the longest four years of my life. Thankfully, I’ve made too many friends and experienced too much to say it wasn’t worth it. To the tripod, I couldn’t ask for better friends. To Greg’s crew, go on, be great. Mac, Benny, Wolfie, Geutch, Moorsie,

Lincoln, Rl

the Hillmans for opening up your

house and being there just to talk, and to all my friends who made this

place

bearable. “Big fish don’t just break your line.. .They break your heart.”

see you on the other side.

Robert Allan Hilby II Bo

Amy Qing Liu Lexington, MA

Sun Prairie, Wl

Political Science

Astronautical Engineering I thank my parents and the rest of my

family for all their love and support that has helped me through these past four

Monster and Doodster, Thanks

for

supporting me through the Academy!! Now promise me one thing: Don’t send Nina here! Nina, you’re the

years. Thanks to all of my friends we’ve had a lot of laughs, let’s keep those

cutest

and best sister ever! Kisses to

Trev. To all my friends from Lex and

laughs going long after graduation.

USAFA, it’s been a ride, dudes. “They

Thank you Ned and Nancy for providing

can’t chain my spirit! My spirit runs

the best home away from home anyone

free! Walls can’t contain it! Laws can’t

could possibly ask for.

restrain it! Authority has no power over

it!”

Calvin & Hobbes

Steven J. Kessler Kess, Steve-0

William Sanford MacVittie

Hicksville, NY

Newbury, NH Foreign Area Studies

English

Mac

There is much that I am grateful for, yet I do not have enough space to put

thoughts to words. I thank the Lord for the strength; my Father and Mother for the support; and my friends, both far and near, for humoring me

along the

way. I believe John Wooden said it best: “Looking back it seems to me, All the grief

that had to be, Left me when the pain was

o’er, Stronger than I was before.”

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David Kent Shaffer

Shelly M. Murray

Lakewood, CO

Worm, Shell Dansville, NY

Management

Humanities

Thanks Mom, Dad, Mary, Dan, and

These past four years have lasted an

eternity, but already seem to be a blur and no, not because of the beer. Ma and are

Pops,

the sole reason for my success.

you Thank you, and I love you. To the friends I have made here, you made this place

everyone else for all the support and

help over the past five years. Good luck to all of the friends and stay in touch.

Dom and Denny, the mass consumer

and eternal pessimist, it’s finally over... relax. Philippians 4:13.

bearable. I wish you the best and please know you all will be missed dearly. I have

certainly been blessed with the greatest family and friends, I love you all.

Kurt R. Skarstedt

Michael Scott Phelan

Snowflake, T Rex Marion, VA Foreign Area Studies, Western Europe Drink more Ovaltine.

Skar

Colorado Springs, CO

Foreign Area Studies This was a tough road, but I thank you

and dad for always being there. I

mom am

forever grateful for the patience and

kindness you gave me. Hope and Bryan, I

hope you guys make your millions. Brance, take it from me, real college is more fun. And thanks Ashleigh for always being there when I needed you. It’s been a great

ride, thanks for sharing it with me. If anyone was wondering, “Yes it was.”

Jason Richard Piper

John Sidney Smith IV

Pipes Coppell, TX Political Science

Smitty Philadelphia, PA Mechanical Engineering

After four years of memories, our

I’m ready to get out of here, but it hasn’t

time here is done. After all the support

all been bad. Thanks to the lax dudes for

and hard work, I’m living my dream.

the great times, loyalty, and friendship.

Thank you Mom and Dad for all the

Thanks to the May family for becoming

encouragement along the way, I would not have gotten this far without your support. To everyone in the Class of ’06, y’all are all my brothers and sisters.

part of my family and giving me a home away from home. Thank you Mom, Dad, and Kevin for the endless support and love you have always given, especially

Good luck and see /all out there!!!

when things got hard or I got down. You’re the reason I made it through, love you.

S. Scott Redmond

Dirty Columbus, GA Systems Engineering Management

Special thanks to my family, especially Mom and Dad, for your love and support

throughout these incredible four years. I love you. To the golf team, Gravy, Cheeser, TJG, and the rest of the sticks, it was my pleasure, blow it up! Thanks to Leslie, you are incredible and I love you. Last but far

from least, to the TRIPOD, Craig and Nick, the best times with the best of friends.

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Megan Kendra Stromberg Red St. Louis, MO

Foreign Area Studies (N. Africa), French “I’ve been having dreams and visions in them you are always standing right beside me I reach out for

your hand to see your

extending outstretched towards me.” Tracy Chapman. Mom, Dad, LeRoy, Nick, Gma, every memory with

arms

you I cherish. Thank you for your love and encouragement. Kristin, crazy, i’ll be

livin’u, lovin’u, livin’u from a distance.

m i

Matthew Alexander Tucker

Richard J. Young

Tuck, Matt, Matty, Mr. T Winston-Salem, NC

Rich, The Chird, RJ$$. Corona, CA

Aeronautical Engineering

American History

Change is prevalent in the AF, but we place is never what

Thanks to everybody, I’ll forget names

saw our share. This

you expect, but the reasons I came here will always hold true. The people I’ve met here are the

greatest and I’ll miss

if I list them, but I love you all. Your

mystery lyric for the day: “And there’s kids playing guns in the street. And one’s

you guys. Hopefully the AF is as small as they say and we’ll cross paths many

pointing his tree branch at me, so I put my hands up I say ‘Enough is enough. If you walk away, I’ll walk away.’ And he

times again. Thanks to my family for

shot me dead.”

helping me through and I know you’ll be always be there for me. Much love!

Patrick Edward Vandam

Eagan, MN Chemistry

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Integrity First

242 Celebrating 50 Years of Heritage

Making Women in the Air Force a Reality

U.S. Air Force Photo

Jacqueline “Jackie” Cochran Director of Women’s Airforce Service Pilots

during WWII

Celebrating 50 Years of Heritage 243

Bring

/^r men

The phrase, “It’ll take

will be challenged to meet

currently on active duty

the integration more than

an act of

Congress,”

the high standards set for

status

the Cadet Wing itself. 3

usually connotes something extraordinarily

them. All personnel at the

6.3 percent had prior

Academy will be challenged

military service, including

Captain Judith M. Galloway was assigned to

the Air Force Academy

the commandant of cadet’s

Preparatory School

special planning staff in

difficult to do. In the case

of allowing women into

best training possible. I

military academies, the

am confident

phrase

was literal.

The signing of the Equal Rights Amendment in 1972 was a

benchmark toward

opening service academies to women. At that time, and by law, women made up only two percent of the military

provide them with the that, with

8.2 percent had joined an

the positive support of all

Air Force ROTC program

assigned personnel, the Air Force Academy will continue to produce outstanding Air

first big hurdle. Those who

Force officers, both men

wanted to become pilots

and women, and that we

were still restricted because

will meet successfully the new

challenge of becoming

Admission was only the

1974. She sat in on all

meetings pertaining to the upcoming changes. Galloway even participated in BCT in 1974 and 1975.

She brought in 15 female air training officers and

of gender quotas, pilot slots,

worked with them for

combat exclusion laws, and

six months to help train

and were limited to the

the finest coeducational

the type of aircraft they were

female cadets. Current

highest achievable rank of

institution in the nation.” 1

allowed to fly.

upperclassmen also trained these ATOs so they would

lieutenant colonel.

The females of the

In 1975, President Gerald

“The Air Force brought

Class of 1980 measured

down a lot of barriers,”

know firsthand what to

Ford signed Public Law 94-

up well against their male

said Col. Debra Gray, vice

expect from female cadets.

106 requiring the halls of

commandant of cadets and

West Point, Annapolis, and

counterparts. 10 percent were high

1980 graduate. Gray followed

not

the Air Force Academy to

school or class student body

her father’s footsteps and

to be coeducational.

open to women. On June 28, 1976, 157 females in-

presidents

became a pilot but she and

Approximately $100,000

her peers were limited to

was

processed at the Air Force Academy. Academy Superintendent

Scouts, with 27.5 percent

flying

reaching First Class rank

women were

Lt. Gen. James R. Allen

of high school debate teams

25.4 percent were Girl

14 percent were members

said in 1976, in an agency-

55 percent had earned

wide letter, “Overall, our

high school athletic letters;

program for producing

8.3 percent became team

women Air Force

captains

Academy graduates will be exciting and challenging. The entering women cadets

1.2 percent held private

pilot’s licenses

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19.7 percent had fathers

KC-135s. For 17 years,

kept out of the

cockpits of combat aircraft. One of the first American

fly in combat was Lt. Col. Martha McSally, a 1988 Academy grad.

women to

Some Realities No other part of the

Academy felt the impact of

The cadet area was

originally designed

spent to renovate Vandenberg Flail, the

gymnasium (and the locker rooms), and other facilities. 4 Females were housed on the sixth floor of

Vandenberg, also known as “The Penthouse.”

Academics The incoming females had to meet the same academic

Military

standards as the men to be

According

admitted. The following 5

College Board and Aptitude Achievement tests: Verbal aptitude: men 550; women 587

English composition:

men

539; women 579 Math aptitude: men 647; women 642

Math achievement: men

647;668 All 21 academic majors were made available to

them. As a freshman, she

substituted for boxing so

earned the track and field

program’s Newcomer of the

the Academy’s website,

participate in contact sports.

Year. In 2004, she earned

“professional military education plays an important

after women entered the

honors in the javelin, the

role in preparing cadets to

Academy for four female

first Division I athlete to do

become Air Force officers.”

athletes to be named All-

so. The

Cadets take courses that

Americans. Bonnie Schaefer,

2005 season, Pounds also set

It took less than a year

the NCAA All-America

co-captain for the

“provide a firm foundation

Julie Richards, Karen O’Hair,

several records for javelin

in military strategy, doctrine,

and Ginny Caine swam the

heritage, and professionalism and you’ll learn about career

800-freestyle relay in 8:23 to

throwing. “The biggest obstacle to

earn All-American honors.

overcome didn’t have to do

benefits, communication

Cadet 1st Class Dana

with specific situations, just

skills, instructional roles,

Pounds has earned so many

as a whole in every

and the responsibilities of an

awards and honors that

of life here: my pride,”

officer.”

space here won’t allow listing

Pounds said. “When you

aspect

“There have always been

women.

military science Academy,”

In the spring of 1981, Michelle Johnson became

courses in

the first female Cadet

Col. Thomas Drohan, head,

Wing commander. An operations research major from Spencer, Iowa, she

studies. “The academic

became the first female

studies (MSS) examines the

cadet to be named a Rhodes

subjects of military strategy and operations in much greater breadth and depth than did various predecessor curricula in ‘military studies’ and ‘military art and

Scholar. Johnson received a master of arts in

politics

and economics from Oxford

University in 1983. In 2004, Delavane Diaz

at the Air Force

department of strategic major in military strategic

became the third female

science.’ Two core courses

Rhodes Scholar. She was

provide the cornerstone and

the fourth female Cadet

capstone focus for all cadets on military theory, strategy,

Wing commander in the Academy’s history, an academic All-American, a NCAA

For example, fencing was women would not have to

admissions section of

shows how they measured up to the rest of their class.

to the

officership, and joint/ combined operations.”

athlete, and was

also named the British Air

Athletics

Squadron’s 2004 Cadet of

The four-year

the Year.

requirement for physical

To date, the Academy

education was 160 hours, in

has produced 33 Rhodes

addition to participation in

Scholars, including three

intramurals. However, some

women.

program changes were made to accommodate women. The “Bring Me Men" ramp sign was installed in 1964 and removed in 2004.

Celebrating 50 Years of Heritage 245

commandant of cadets Dec.

the only graduate among

8, added to the 64 female graduates who have been

group AOCs), and vice

to the

the 34th Training Wing.

assigned

Academy.

commandant of cadets for “I’ve had the opportunity

Her presence also brings to

closely observe this

three the number of 80’s

Ladies currently serving. The

institution for some 30

third is Lt. Col. Mary Daley,

years,” Gray said. “Some things have changed while others have stayed the same. It seemed right to end my

deputy department head for resources, department of behavioral sciences and

leadership. Daley reflected on her years as a cadet and

career where I started it.”

Debbie Evert

said, “I

think my ability to memorize facts and numbers has been

enhanced by memorizing ‘doolie’ year knowledge—or at least that’s what I’ve

attributed it to over the

Some information adapted

from the web site edition of Women in Motion (The first

edition of Women in Motion was a

created in 1996 by the U.S. Air

Air Force used to be limited

of Public Affairs to celebrate

to the rank of lieutenant

Cadets look on as workers remove the controversial words “Bring Me Men” and replace them with words symolizing values of the Academy.

entering this service academy.) and www. womensmemorial.

brigadier general selects, one is brigadier general reserve

org.

(select),

one is Air National

Guard brigadier general,

you understand that you are supposedly one of the ‘best

and two have pinned on

choose to use my ability to

and the brightest’ ...yeah,

brigadier general. Gray retired in 2006. In

to where

well so are the other 4,000

said.

cadets who go here.” Pounds believes her

athleticism comes naturally.

“Everyone has been given a gift, how they choose to use

addition to her four years here as a cadet, she had been

assigned

to the

Gen. Susan Desjardins,

Academy three times. She was a speech writer, flying instructor, air officer commanding (the

who assumed the role of

first in her class to do so and

Grads Return The arrival of Brig.

the 20th anniversary of women

have gone beyond. Five are

it is their responsibility.. .1

glory is due,” she

Force Academy’s Directorate

colonel, eight graduates

get accepted to the AFA,

be a witness and to give glory

special publication

years.” Although women in the

’“The Admission and

Integration of Women into the United States Air Force

Academy,” William Joseph Wallisch, Jr., June 1977, p. 151. Study examined the first summer and semester of the

females in the Class of 1980. 2

Ibid„ pp. 158-59. Ibid„ p. 166. 4 Ibid., p. 162. 5 Ibid„ p. 159. 3

www.academyadmissions.com

Grads Represent Long Blue Line Helms Takes a Walk in Space Col. Susan Helms was among the 97 elite females in the 1980 graduating class

Academy, receiving a bachelor’s degree in aeronautical engineering. Her first assignment was to Eglin Air at the

1991. She is a veteran of five space flights, logging 5,064 hours in space, including an extravehicular activity, or “space walk” of eight

hours and 56 minutes, a world record to install hardware to the external body of the laboratory

Force Base, Fla., as an F-16 weapons

module. On STS-54, in 1993, Helms became the

separations engineer with the Air Force

first U.S. military woman in space.

Armament Laboratory. In 1982, she

After a 12-year NASA career that included

became the lead engineer for F-15

211 days in space, Helms returned to the U.S.

weapons separation. She became an assistant professor of aeronautics at the

Air Force in July 2002 to take a position at

Academy in 1985.

Peterson Air Force Base.

Air Force Space Command headquarters at

Helms became an astronaut in July

Wilson Represents Home State to work with senior executives in

Heather Wilson graduated from the

Academy in 1982, earning the honor of being the second female Rhode’s Scholar in as many

years. She received her master’s and

doctoral degrees in international relations

large

American defense and scientific corporations

with business development and program

planning work in the United States and Russia. In 1998, she became the representative

from Oxford University. As an Air Force officer, Wilson negotiated arms deals with NATO and was asked to

join

of New Mexico’s first congressional district. Wilson is the only woman veteran currently

the staff of the National Security Council

in Congress, and the first Air Force Academy

as director of European defense policy and

graduate in Congress. Her district is centered in Albuquerque, and includes Bernalillo and

arms control.

In 1991, Wilson founded Keystone

International Inc. in Albuquerque, N.M.,

Torrance counties and parts of Santa Fe,

Sandoval and Valencia counties.

Piper Makes Ultimate Sacrifice Laura Piper was in the fourth grade

when Kathleen Conley and Debra Dubbe were female

pioneers at the Academy.

Even at that age, she knew she wanted to

go to school there. In 1992, Piper graduated from the

Academy with a bachelor’s degree in political science and received a 1995 slot for pilot training. Unfortunately, she was never able to

fulfill her dream of flying cargo or transport

planes. 2nd Lt. Laura Piper was killed April 14, 1994, while on temporary assignment in Turkey helping rebuild Kurdish villages. The helicopter in which she was a passenger was shot down by U.S. Air Force F-15s over Northern Iraq. Piper is the first female graduate to die in a combat zone and to receive the Purple Heart. Hers is the only female name listed on the graduate memorial wall on the cadet Terrazzo.

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History of Squadron Squadron 1

Patches

Mach One

1955

Squadron 4 Fightin’ Fourth 1955

The griffin on this patch symbolizes a cadet’s search

signifies a devotion to duty and a dedication higher ideal in life to which one should strive. This was fashioned after the patch original squadron sponsor, the famous 1st Fighter Wing.

“Fightin’ Fourth” is the motto for this squadron, given to them in recognition of the squadron’s defense of the falcons against mascot thieves at Lowry AFB. The bold printing demonstrates the pride and polished attitude of all of the members of the squadron. The props and wings represent an upperclass cadet, while the gold, silver, blue, and red represent the class colors at the Academy.

Squadron 2

Squadron 5

for the treasure of knowledge in areas still unknown and unexplored. The Maltese Cross is a special honor,

awarded to the bravest and most courageous military men, and

to success. It also represents a

Deuce

1955 The Deuce Squadron has gone through three

patches since 1962. The first, used prior to 1966, was a silver eagle on a blue background, with golden sunburst streaming through the eagle’s wings and a five-point star surrounding a scarlet circle at the eagle’s feet. The second, used from 1967 to 1972, was a blue triangle with two delta-

shaped aircraft climbing vertically in echelon, trailing red contrails that blend together with bold, black letters spelling “DEUCE” across the red bottom. The third, and current, patch, was first used in 1972. The colors of the American flag are represented in the contrails and the three contrails themselves represent the three areas in which all cadets strive to excel: military, academics, and athletics. The black background represents the vastness of space, and the planes are originating from the top of this vastness as if to signify humanity’s conquest of space.

Squadron 3 Dogs of War

1955 Cadet Squadron Three has had two patches

WOLFPACK 1956

Squadron Five has had three patches since 1962, with the first two incredibly different from each other even though the nickname has not

changed. The first patch for Squadron Five was a blue

triangle with a Pegasus emerging from a white cloud in green-handled sword on top lying in front of the cloud, with a light green banner bearing the white letters “5th SQDN.” This patch was used until 1976. The second and current patch associates more closely with the squadron’s nickname, “Wolfpack,” which is termed after the famous “Wolfpack” Fighter Wing, led by Brig. Gen. Robin Olds. This squadron demonstrates the fierceness, professionalism, and dedication to duty that was once emulated by their namesake wing. The wolf and the F-4 represent the cunning and tenacity used by Olds’ forces and the high degree of spirit they demonstrated. The third patch, first worn by the Class of 2008, is a blue circle with the squadron nickname “WolfPack” in yellow on a banner above the circle. A similar banner across the bottom of the circle says “5th SQAFCW.” A snarling black and silver wolf head with a yellow eye and red tongue sits in the middle with the shadowed red numeral “V” in the background behind the head. the center of the triangle, a green and black shield with a

since 1962, as well as two nicknames. Back before

1977, when Squadron Three was “Big 3,” the patch was a blue triangle with a gold “3” in the

Squadron 6

center, with a Polaris shining beside and in front of the

Bull Six

numeral. Now “Dogs of War,” their patch features Cerberus, the gods’ three-headed

watchdog. These three heads represent loyalty, obedience, and fearlessness, while the Roman numeral III represents the link of the squadron’s history to one ofthe greatest professional armies of all time, as well as the gate that Cerberus guards. The flames behind the gate represent the eternal and undying nature of the ideals of the squadron.

248 Celebrating 50 Years of Heritage

1956 The black bull on Squadron Sue’s

patch

represents strength, courage, determination, perseverance, and tenacity. The quality of these attributes as well as the bull is glorified the by bright red background.

Squadron 7

Squadron 10

Shadow Seven

Tiger Ten 1958

1956

The tiger represents the supreme symbol of tenacity and aggressiveness, and symbolizes

The powerful and virtually invincible Set on a blue

unicorn represents strength in battle. background, this patch signified fidelity and relates the seventh squadron to the Air Force. The gold border signifies the golden rewards of valor, and the lightning bolt 7” represents the speed with which the Air Force strikes in

the tradition of the Flying Tigers of World War II, while the lightning bolts and cloud

represent power and an open horizon for the tenth

squadron.

battle.

Squadron 8

Squadron 11

Eagle Eight

Rebeleven

1956

1958

The eighth squadron, along with the 19th, has

The triangle is borrowed from the original

had the most patch changes. The patch itself has

squadron sponsor, the 6th Bomb Wing, and

been changed three times, but the nickname has

represents the Greek letter delta to remind all

only changed Squadron Eight began as “Evil Eight” with a white diamond patch that has a large black “8” in the center. Two silver lightning bolts are laced through the “8” with a silver shooting star leaving a gold, silver, blue, and red trail in the background. In 1972 only, Squadron Eight wore a light blue shield with a black eight ball sitting once.

on the red and black head of Lucifer. A red aircraft flies in the center of the ball and

wearers that each new group

of fourth classmen

assigned to Delta Squadron during basic cadet training. The three extending arcs of the circle represent academics, military, and athletic training, while the silver prop and wings symbolize the cadet wing; the “11” identifies the eleventh squadron. The patch bears the squadron’s red and white colors; the blue, gold, red, and silver class colors; and the cadet wing’s blue and silver colors. was

“EVIL” is written in black on the bottom of the shield. From 1973 to 1975, “Evil Eight’s” patch was changed slightly to a circular patch depicting a black eight ball with the red and black head of Lucifer on the bottom left. Four delta-winged planes fly in echelon through the center of the eight ball. The current patch was approved for Squadron Eight in July 1975. The F-15 Eagle was chosen as the emblem for Eight’s patch because it was the newest interceptor in the Air Force inventory and “Evil Eight” became “Eagle Eight.” The patch symbolizes the aggressiveness of the squadron in intercepting and destroying its enemies, and the four stars represent the class colors at the Academy.

Squadron 9 Viking Nine

1958

Squadron Nine has had three patches since 1962 as well as three nicknames. Until

1977, the “Niners” or the “Viking Nines” had

triangular patch resting on its vertex with a representation of a Viking ship using the Roman numeral “IX” as the hull and a modified red triangle as the sail. It also contains a Maltese cross and a white saber resting on the triangle sail, gold lightning bolts ending on the “IX,” and a rattlesnake coiled between

Squadron 12 Dirty Dozen

1958 The Polaris represents a never-failing light to

guide cadets on their flight through life, and serves as a reminder that no goal is too high to be attained. The aircraft symbolizes the Air Force, the chosen profession of the cadets, and its take-off position symbolizes the beginning of their mission to defend and protect their country. The checkerboard pattern

represents both the traditional symbol of the original squadron sponsors, the 401st Tactical Fighter Wing, and the four class colors.

The second patch

Bulldawgs 1959

the cross and the “IX.” worn for several weeks in the

spring of 1973 for

only the “Star Trek” ninth squadron. It featured Star Trek’s USS Enterprise on a blue field, silver with red and blue accents, leaving a golden trail. The golden numeral “IX” sits above the starship. It was discontinued and the first patch reinstated and worn through 1997. The current patch was approved for wear in 1978. The dragon keel of the Viking ship symbolizes the power and tenacity that characterizes both the Vikings and the cadets of the “Viking Nine.” was

Squadron 13

The bulldog symbolizes the full circle of

qualities that are necessary to complete an Air Force officer. The bulldog epitomizes the moral resolve and “dogged” pursuit of

duty, while the lightning bolt demonstrates the courage and dedication that characterizes all bulldog graduates.

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Squadron 18

Squadron 14 Cobras

NlGHTRlDERS

1959

1960 The triangle represents the military, academic,

The Cobra’s patch has changed twice,

and athletic aspects of Academy life, and the

but its name has remained the same. The first

motto of

patch, worn until 1969, was a royal blue triangle Polaris at its vertex. A silver rocket is centered in

bottom of the circle. The unicorn represents strength, endurance, and matchless spirit, the rook symbolizes the

the field and leaves a gold contrail as it ascends, while the gold numeral “14” is in the lower left-hand corner. The second patch, worn from 1969 until 1971, shows a hooded cobra on a white

Academy as a fortress of knowledge, and the clouds show the military and aerospace careers open to Academy graduates.

keystone, superimposed on a blue circle. The number “14” sits in a

Squadron 19

white circle below the cobra’s hood, and an advanced manned strategic aircraft

Wolverines

leaves a red contrail that circles behind the keystone. The third and current patch, seen here, was adopted in the fall of

1960

1971, and has been worn ever since. The cobra represents speed and ability, with its colors representing the four classes. The aircraft is eluding the blinding speed

Squadron 19 has had four patches as well and three nicknames. First known as “Playboy

of the cobra, representing the ever-increasing effectiveness of the Air Force, and serves as a reminder to beware of the

squad eighteen, Attendez Les E’Talons, or

“Watch for the stallions,” is emblazoned across the

with rounded corners with a gold and silver

Nineteen,” this squadron’s patch was a white

speed and abilities of one’s opponent.

circle with a light blue Playboy bunny in the center. A falcon is in front of the bunny, clutching two silver

Squadron 15

lightning bolts, and the number “19” in dark blue lightning

War Eagles

bolts sits above the falcon. A Polaris is seen on the patch, highlighted with red, blue,

1959

silver and gold. The patch was worn until 1968, when Playboy organization mandated

The Prussian eagle represents the

that the use of its bunny logo be discontinued.

professionalism and excellence exemplified by the Prussian army, and the motto “PLUS

known as “Playboy Nineteen,” this patch was a dark-blue circle bordered in

OULTRE” is French for “to the uttermost.” The

silver falcon clutches a gold saber in the center with the number “19” over it. A

five-point crown symbolizes superiority and victory, and the sword and arrows represent both preparedness and the number 15.

After the Playboy bunny was discontinued, Squadron 19 created a new patch. Still

gold. A gold

Polaris sits to the left of the falcon and red, gold, and silver stars sit above it. In 1976, “Starship Nineteen’s” patch was designed, with the motto “Where No Man Has Gone Before” inscribed at the bottom. A white

starship, outlined with black containing three camouflage green land masses with blue water. A blue Polaris sits to the right of three five-point stars silver, red, and gold, to represent the four class colors. Now called Wolverines, squadron 19’s patch is a blue circle with a white moon slightly off-center. A gray wolverine’s head with gold sideburns and ear, and also a red eye and tongue fills the circle and is highlighted against the moon. and red highlights, is pictured orbiting a celestial body

Squadron 16 Chicken Hawks

1959 The hawk pictured on the patch represents the freedom of flight, and the talons clutching

the lightning bolt signify the power that one

Squadron 20

must have in order to maintain one’s freedom.

This patch is a constant reminder of the need

Trolls

for a high degree of readiness that the Air Force

1960

must maintain, and it also reminds us that force is sometimes

necessary to protect

Squadron 20 has had two patches under the nickname. The first patch, worn until 1972, is blue and elliptically shaped with its major axis placed horizontally. A silver banner above the ellipse

freedom. The keystone signifies the knowledge one must possess to remain free.

same

Squadron 17 Stalag 17

contains the words “20th SQAFA” and an identical banner on the bottom boldly states “CAN-DO.” A silver

1960 Named for a famous German prisoner of war camp during World War II, Stalag 17 represents the courage and tenacity of those POWs. The

clenched fist represents power and the torch it holds signifies the drive for knowledge and truth. Each of the four class colors is represented to signify the of importance unity and the emerald wreath symbolizes the laurels of athletic

achievement.

250 Celebrating 50 Years of Heritage

delta-shaped plane and a lightning bolt cross in the middle of the patch, and a small, red jet stream trails from the back of the plane. The second and current patch is a better representation of the Trolls squadron. The troll on the patch is a robust character and represents aggressiveness and confidence, as well as the desire to succeed. This patch also symbolizes the need to maintain a good attitude and sense of humor. The Roman numeral 20 and the word “TROLLS” signify enduring spirit, and the shows patch unity by demonstrating all four class colors.

Squadron 25

Squadron 21

Redeye

Black Jack

1967

1961

The black cat with a single red eye

The jack and ace of spades denote both the squadrons number and nickname, as they

symbolizes the Redeye missile, the origin of

form the winning combination of “21” in the

the squadron’s nickname, and the nickname

card game Black Jack. This winning hand also

“Redeye” typifies the accuracy of the squadron when it comes to reaching its goals. The two fighters in formation signify comradeship, while the gold contrails indicate that this comradeship is long-lasting and follows cadets throughout the Air Force and beyond.

represents the ingredients of character necessary to attain success: spirit, ability, skill, and fellowship. The

green background symbolizes the combined blue and gold class colors that were involved in the design of the patch, which also is an incentive for cooperation

between all classes.

Squadron 22 Tarantulas

Squadron 26

1961

Barons

The triangle represents one of the sturdiest

1967

geometric shapes, and exemplifies the squadron’s strength and solidarity, just as the dominant

Snoopy, one of Charles Schulz’s most famous comic strip characters, was chosen

red color represents courage. The saber

because of his doggedness in pursuing the Red

symbolizes strength and readiness, and the colored rays of light converging to the horizon signify

Baron, and, despite constant setbacks, continues to come back for more, which sets an excel-

unity among the four classes of the cadet wing.

lent example for cadets in the 26th Squadron. The

patch also contains the four class colors and represents

Squadron 23

the Air Force’s air power heritage.

Barnstormers

1961 The Barnstormers have had three different

Squadron 27

patches, all relating closely to their nickname. The first patch, worn until 1976, is a silver-bordered triangle with rounded comers. The sections are

Thunderbirds 1967

black on the top and bottom and red on both sides,

The thunderbird was a symbol to early

and a banner on the bottom of the triangle contains “23rd

Native Americans that originally inhabited

SQUADRON.” The head of a knight is in the top section, and the bottom section

Colorado. Its supernatural ability to

contains a square knot, representing strength through unity.

produce thunder, lightning, and rain typifies

The second patch, worn in 1976 and 1977 is a gold and black circle with the silhouette of a World War I aviator known as Captain Zig-Zag and the words “BARN STORMIN’ 23” to the aviator’s right.

The third and current patch displays a barnstormer flying in the clouds, doing his unimaginable feats with an airplane. This symbol represents the spirit and

stunts and

the Air Force’s dominance of the skies. The silver triangle in the background is a stylized aircraft and the three triangles on the thunderbird symbolize three cubed, or 27.

The patch also represents the unity of the Cadet Wing by including all four class colors.

daring of the men who pioneered American commercial and military aviation. The red, white, and blue represent the colors of the American Flag.

Squadron 24 Phantoms

1961 The eagle on this patch represents the virtues of strength, courage, and character, a goal of every cadet. The lightning bolt symbolizes the global responsiveness of the Air Force, and the Polaris is a

guiding light to cadets in their pursuit of knowledge. The atom represents the predominant role of knowledge and technology in the modern Air Force.

Squadron 28 Blackbirds 1967 The pentagon surrounding the SR-71

represents the future of the Air Force,

including the leadership being developed at the Academy, which is also demonstrated by the color gold, which represents the excellence

demanded of Air Force officers. The aircraft is the

origin of the nickname, but it also symbolizes the search for knowledge and the dedication to the pursuit of national goals.

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Squadron 29

Squadron 34

Black Panthers

Loose Hawgs

1967

1969

The crouched black panther is a reminder

The “Hawgs” have gone through two patch

to the Air Force to

always be ready, and its quick strength and cunning are traits that are exemplified in the Cadet Wing. The white background signifies the virtue and nobility of humankind, while the red Roman number represents the fact that war has existed since antiquity, and to remind all that the mission of the Air Force is to defend our country.

Squadron 30 Knights of Thirty

1967

“Razorbacks,” is centered with the blue number “34”

sitting above the hog. Three aircraft leave black contrails behind the number “34” and

alternating red and white spokes are at the bottom of the patch. The second patch is virtually identical to the original except for some small, noticeable differences. The razorback is deep maroon as opposed to crimson red. yet There is a clear difference in the size of the aircraft and their contrails, and there are 10 blue spokes rather than 11 and nine white spokes rather than 10.

The helmet of the knight symbolizes the

The patch for the “Thunderbolts,” now known as the “Loose Hawgs,” was

heritage of a cadet the military profession

approved in 1981. The dominant colors represent the unity of the four classes at the Academy. Although both aircraft pictured are nicknamed “Thunderbolts,” the P-47 represents the rich heritage of the Air Force and the A-10 symbolizes the modem Air Force. The arm poised to throw the thunderbolt serves as a warning to potential enemies that America is ready to use its military might to maintain freedom, while the thunderbolt itself demonstrates the strength and power of the Air Force.

changes as well as two changes of name. The first patch was used until 1975 and is a circular patch with a white background. A crimson razorback hog the origin of squadron 34’s first nickname,

while the plume demonstrates the unity of

all four cadet classes. The flames attempting to engulf the helmet represent war, but the helmet is not consumed. The ascending aircraft symbolizes freedom in the skies and demonstrates a peaceful contrast to the flames of war.

Squadron 31

Squadron 35

Grim Reapers

Wild Weasels

1968

1969

The Grim Reapers have had two patches since

The weasels have had three different patches

1970. The first patch was worn from 1970 to 1972

under the same name since 1969. The first patch,

and featured an astronaut in a white suit against

worn until 1976, pictures a blue and gold futuristic rendition of the F-15 on a white circle with the

a black

sky that contains three gold and one silver stars. The astronaut has a U.S. flag on his left sleeve and his umbilical lines are gold. The second and current patch was approved in 1972. The “Grim Reaper” symbolizes the reality of death and reminds cadets that they have devoted their lives to their country. This dedication, unique to the Armed Forces,

distinguishes the military profession form all others.

number “35” in the lower right section. The second patch was adopted during the 1975-1976

school year because the original patch was similar to the

patch of the 33rd squadron. yellow missiles, one

It shows a weasel perching on gray storm clouds, armed with two

in his paw and one in his tail, prepared to strike. “WILD” and “WEASELS”

blood-red letters at the top and bottom respectively, with “35”

appear in below the word just

“WILD.”

Squadron 32

The third and current patch of the 35th

Roadrunners

to the F-105

1968 The Roadrunner character symbolizes speed

squadron continues the theme of a tribute

pilots who flew Wild Weasel or

Vietnam. The lightning bolt symbolizes the

aviator.

surface-to-air-suppression missions in

speed and strike capability of the Air Force

and craftiness, as well as clever evasion techniques.

Squadron 36

Going along with this theme, the jet plane soars to the top of the patch, symbolizing speed and craft, as

Pink Panthers

well as flight and the aspirations of new careers.

1969 The Pink Panther demonstrates the

Squadron 33

sophistication and cunning that is a goal of every cadet during his Air Force career. The

Ratz

1969

as well as the

immediate goals of a cadet: a commission as a second lieutenant and a flying career. The on the

The two spacecraft-like falcons symbolize the mascot of the Air Force

Academy, known for its

speed, keen eyesight, and fierce fighting spirit. They are in formation to show teamwork and cooperation of the members of the Air Force.

252 Celebrating 50 Years of Heritage

flight jacket,

helmet and gold bars depicts the two

number “36” demonstrates that

panther leaning

every cadet depends on the other members of the squadi on, The Pink Panther was chosen to be on this patch because of his as a

Saturday morning cartoon character.

popularity

The Historic Patches IN 1 969, SQUADRONS 33 THROUGH 40 WERE ADDED TO THE ALREADY-INSTATED 32 SQUADRONS. IN JUNE OF

1999, HOWEVER, SQUADRONS 37 THROUGH 40 WERE DIS-

BANDED, BUT NOT BEFORE THEY WERE ABLE TO ESTABLISH THEIR TRADITIONS.

Squadron 39

Squadron 37

Campus Radicals

Hardbody Skyraiders

1969

The Radicals, or the “Jedi Knights,”

Until their disbanding in

had two patches and two nicknames

1999, the Skyraiders went through two nicknames.

varying greatly from each other. Their first and last patch of the Campus

Beginning as the “Smilers,” Squadron 37 had three different variations of the same patch. The original was a black circle with a white horse rearing toward a

background. On the bottom of this circle

blue moon with two craters and the white

is a banner that reads “POTENTIA VINCERE”

number “37” on the surface. A knight in armor with a blue shield is

Radicals contains a yellow atom with the red number “39” in the center of

the nucleus on a deep blue circular

which means “The power to conquer.”

mounted on the bridleless horse that has a gold front hoof and a golden

The second patch was only used once, during the 1980-1981 academic

girth. The knight has a lance in his left hand, and wears a winged helmet

year. The patch of the Jedi Knights” was very true to its name, displaying a Star Wars gray X-winged space fighter against a dark blue planet. The

with red and white bands and

golden spur is on his boot.

On the second variation, the moon was changed to a light green that

also illuminates the horse and knight, who is now completely black. On the third variation, which was used from 1976 until 1999, the

background color was royal blue, and the knight was gray and has a blue shield, and was wearing a red and white coronet. Squadron 37’s nickname was changed as well, to the “Hardbody Skyraiders.”

fighter, which has a single red stripe, leaves a gold flame in its wake against the black of space surrounding the planet, and a large red “39” is followed by a smaller gray “JEDI” on the upper left side.

Squadron 40 Warhawks 1969

Squadron 38

The fortieth and final cadet squadron

All Stars

had three nicknames to go along with its

1969 The All Stars went through

patches. The first patch for the “Ali Baba” or the “Forty Thieves,” was a red circle with a gold crest on the bottom, bearing the words “ALI BABA” in blue. In the center of the patch is the gold Roman numeral “XL,” created by the crossing of scimitars, which is surrounded by the blue dome of an Arabic mosque, sheltered two

patches they

two

as well as two nicknames until

were disbanded in 1999. The “Bandits”

originally had a purple background with a bandit standing on the foreground. He wears a long black cape and a tall black hat and stands upon brown earth that has lines of infinity drawn on it. The number the

“38” is in blue, on either side of the bandit, and a gold

plane flies behind the bandit leaving red contrails in its wake. The second patch came about in 1972, and Squadron 38’s nickname was changed to “All Stars.” The patch is in the shape of a shield with red and white vertical stripes on its lower section and five white stars on a blue

background on the upper section. The blue number “38” sits on the upper left-hand corner of the red and white section, and the nickname “ALL STARS” leaves blue contrails as it flies across the stripes.

under crossed silver scimitars. Near the end of the 1986-1987 academic year, the Warhawks replaced this patch with a blue odd diamond-shaped patch. Running along the

bottom edge is a gray banner with the words “CLOSING FOR THE KILL” in black. A camouflaged P-40 Warhawk with a tigershark mouth dominates

the middle of the patch, while firing six .50 caliber machine guns. In the

background, an enemy aircraft falls out of the sky, trailing black smoke under a red sun with four red sunbeams shooting out and the golden numeral “XL” inside the sun, created by crossing scimitars.

Celebrating 50 Years of Heritage 253

50 Years and Still Going Strong second decade from 1966-75 comes

pretty close. The Falcons

enjoyed great success during a time filled with some of the most

memorable games in school his-

tory. The Falcons won their first game over Navy, 15-7, in Falcon Stadium in October of 1966. The following year came the

famous “Fog Bowl” game in Falcon

he school’s first NCAA-

and represent all that is good in

recognized season was

collegiate athletics. Strom was

in 1956 when the team

also the first athlete in school

finished 6-2-1, after getting off

history to earn Academic All-

to a 6-0 start under the direction

American honors and was later

of Lt. “Buck” Shaw. It was in

the first Falcon inducted into the

1957 Air Force played against its

Academic All-American Hall of

first major-league college team,

Fame.

UCLA. The Bruins had their way

The first decade also saw the

with the Falcons, beating them

Falcons begin football competi-

47-0.

tion with their service academy

In its third year as a varsity

brothers at Army and Navy. The

program, Air Force went undefeated in 1958. The win over

three schools would later form

the Commander-in-

Denver put Air Force in a New

Chief s Trophy

Year’s Day bowl game at 9-0-1

series.

against TCU. The game is still one of only two the Falcons have ever played in. The bowl game put the team on display in front

Topping the first

of 75,504 spectators and in front

would be a tough

of a national television audience.

duty, but

The teams played evenly, both

the

decade of Air Force football

missing scoring opportunities, to a 0-0 tie.

The remainder of the decade saw the Falcons post two more

winning seasons and one

at .500. Brock Strom, the pro-

gram’s first team captain was the school’s first All-American

player. An undersized offensive lineman, he put a face on the program that has not changed in 50 years. Air Force players were

tough, hard-nosed men

who fought to the final horn

254 Celebrating 50 Years of Heritage

Stadium. The Falcons ham-

years later in 1975, kicker Dave Lawson set a then-national col-

legiate record with a 62-yard field goal against Iowa State. Lawson’s kick is still the longest in Academy history. Ben Martin, a Naval Academy graduate and former head coach of Virginia, cemented his reputation as one of the game’s top coaches while at the Academy.

mered Oregon, 60-13, but the

His 20-year tenure was respon-

day’s weather earned top billing. After taking a 40-7 halftime lead, the second half saw fog so thick

sible for putting Falcon football

you couldn’t see the field from

football.”

the press box.

on the map and earned him the

nickname “Father of Air Force Not only did Martin coach

Some of the top individual

the school’s first consensus All-

records in school history were

American, Brock Strom, but he

also set during this decade. Chip

also coached Heisman Trophy

Hough

set a national

punt return record

collegiate against SMU

finalist Ernie Jennings to consensus All-American honors.

to lead Air Force to a 30-0 win

in 1971. Hough returned three

punts for 179 yards and a 59.7

yards per-return average. He also returned one 80 yards for a touchdown.

Jennings still holds nearly every major *■ receiving record in school history. Martin led

the Falcons to a 96-103-9 record

in 20 years. Fol-

lowing

second time in two years, ESPN

his retirement in 1977, he worked

12-1 mark. A 28-21 loss to BYU

that it’s been done in a day and

for ABC Sports as a color analyst.

prevented their chance to play

age where service academies are

online was there as well as a na-

He returned to the Academy in

for a national championship. Air

not suppose to be able to com-

tional television audience for the

1987 as Air Force’s color analyst

Force settled for the Bluebonnet

pete because of size differences, time demands, and recruiting

viewed Air Force football up

limitations.

close and personal for the day.

for radio broadcasts before retir-

ing following the 2002 season. Martin passed away in 2004 and was honored by the team with a sticker on their helmets that said

simply, “coach.” In the third decade of Falcon

Bowl against Texas, and beat the Longhorns, 24-16. Coach DeBerry’s commitment to the Academy remains as strong today as ever. He’s turned down countless coaching offers because he believes in the mission of the

The Falcons will rank our cur-

Beau Morgan was a Heisman

for wins over the last decade as

Florida. The Falcons are 24th

Trophy finalist in 1996; the Academy has had only one other finalist, Dee Dowis in 1989. Morgan’s record-setting career was highlighted by him becoming the first player in NCAA history to rush

among the winningest programs in the country.

yards each in two seasons, 1995

two-time defending national

champion USC, Oklahoma, Mi-

Academy. If there were ever a

ami, Florida State, Tennessee,

Day bowl games or undefeated

perfect fit for a school and coach,

Texas, Ohio State, Michigan, and

seasons, but a

coaching line se-

year program. In 1977, after a brilliant ca-

it is Air Force and DeBerry. From 1986-95, DeBerry built a

consistent winner out of a service

The players are unmatched.

rent decade in the same category

football didn’t bring New Year’s

cured the success for the 20-plus

game. Roughly 75 million homes

and pass for more than 1,000

Along the way, DeBerry has celebrated a few milestones.

and 1996.

He has been named State Farm

was the

Air Force ended with a 96-103-9

academy program. Eight winning seasons in 10 years during the decade, along with a conference co-championship in 1995 seemed

Coach of Distinction, been in-

sive player of the year and went

record and three bowl game ap-

unbelievable.

ducted into the South Carolina

on to a successful

Sports Hall of Fame, the Wofford

NFL career. He joined the league

College Hall of Fame, and the Colorado Springs Sports Hall of Fame. DeBerry also is becoming the winningest service academy coach ever, building a lead that

after his service time and is cur-

reer, head coach Ben Martin

resigned. His 20-year career at

pearances. Air Force looked to a man who would become a

The coach also dominated ser-

giant

vice academy football during the

in the professional game to lead

decade. Prior to DeBerry’s arrival

the program. Current Dallas

at Air Force, no service

Cowboys head coach Bill Parcells

won the Commander-in-Chief s

was hired in

1978. The other

academy

more than twice consecu-

Defensive end Bryce Fisher 1998 conference’s defen-

military and

rently playing professionally for the Seattle Seahawks. Mike Thiessen

split time between baseball

and football. An All-American

finalist for the job was Jimmy

trophy tively. In 1989, DeBerry re-wrote the CIC record books when

may never be overtaken. The 2002 team jumped to a

baseball player, Thiessen also set

Johnson.

Air Force won the first of four

6-0 start and climbed to No. 15

record.

straight titles and held the trophy for seven straight years. The

in the national rankings. The

record. He opted to resign and

squad hosted undefeated and

next 50 years

head to the NFL.

senior classes of 1993 and 1994

seventh-ranked Notre Dame in

the first 50. The one common de-

were the first in school

history Army or Navy. The previous four decades saw players and teams put the Fal-

Falcon Stadium in one of the

nominator that makes it possible

never to lose to

most-watched games of the sea-

is the Academy has, is and always

Though the team fell that night to the Irish, the publicity

be home to the nation’s premier

program’s Long-time legendary athletic director Col.

cons on the map. The last decade

the program received was un-

has been about maintaining the

matched. ESPN CollegGameDay

John Clune couldn’t believe the

excellence. The amazing thing is

came to Falcon Stadium for the

Parcells’ tenure lasted only one year which

produced a 3-8

Looking at his record only, Parcells’ tenure was a failure; but, it was the people he surrounded

himself with that secured the success.

most every

option era passing

It’s difficult to imagine the

son.

being as exciting as

student-athletes.

Troy Gamhart Athletic Media Relations

Falcons would run an offense with a running quarterback, a

fullback who carried the ball, and two halfbacks. A guy named

Fisher DeBerry put in an offense named the wishbone.

DeBerry proclaimed the goals of the program which have remained throughout his tenure, now at 22 years.

They are: 1. Win

the Commander-in-Chief s tro-

phy, 2. Win the conference, and 3. Go to and win a bowl game.

DeBerry went 8-4 in his first year in 1984 with a victory over

heavily favored Virginia Tech; the team also posted a 21-7 win over Notre Dame.

DeBerry did

the unthinkable the following year, leading the

Falcons to a

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Commander-in-Chiefs

Trophy T

he Com-

ning their first trophy in 1982,

manderin-Chief s

the Falcons have

Trophy is a

been presented

spectacular sight. Weighing 170 pounds and measuring two-and-

the trophy by

President Ronald

Reagan five times, President George

a-half feet tall, it

H.W. Bush three

inspires incredible passion, a well-fought

times, President

battle, and the ul-

dent George W.

Bill Clinton six

times, and Presi-

timate experience

Bush twice.

of sportsmanship,

The Air Force

competitiveness,

Academy has the

and respect. It is

most outstand-

topped with three

ing history of

silver footballs

all the service

that rise above

academies for the

figurines of mas-

Commander-in-

cots of the three

Chief s Trophy,

service academies

with a record of

as well as U.S. Air

44-20-0. They

Force Academy’s

have the longest

seal and the years

consecutive win-

the Falcons have won the

ning streak, retaining the trophy

trophy.

The idea be-

every year for seven years from

gan with the late General George

1989 to 1995 and

B. Simler and

another six years

was awarded for

in a row from

the first time to

1997 to 2002.

Army in 1972,

As Coach Fish-

which was also

the first year of

round-robin competition in

the service academy with the

football between the service

best record of the three. In

has won the Commander-

academies.

the rare occasion of a tie, the

in-Chief s Trophy 16 times,

previous winner retains the

Army six times and Navy seven times; the competition

It is presented every year

by the President of the United States to the senior class of

256

trophy. Since its establishment in

Celebrating 50 Years of Heritage

DeBerry says,

Courtesy Photo “Beating Army 1972, the Air Force Academy and Navy and the

has tied four times. Win-

winning

Commander-in-Chiefs Trophy is the number one goal of this football program.”

Brittany Saxoi

Excellence in All We Do

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Jeffrey Ralph Aiello

John Patrick Ayers

Yello, Jello Brooklyn, NY

Hilton, NY Military History

Aeronautical Engineering

Thanks Mom and Dad for supporting me

What an experience this has been. It’s

in these four years. Thanks to my friends

been crazy! Creed, Jamie, Jamie, Jamie,

for standing by and helping me through

you guys are the best group of friends a person could ask for. Zetty, don’t ever

everything. This place wasn’t easy but you all made it special, interesting, and sometimes fun, even when things were ridiculous (which was always). BJ and Theresa, thanks for opening up your home to me and helping me along the way. Thank you Sarah for being such an amazing person and standing by me through everything, especially the distance!

change, you’re great; and thanks for pulling my butt through thermo. Gavin, you’re a great friend. Will, you are one hell of a drinking buddy, I’ll never forget Cancun. Can’t forget the poker crew, Clay, Goss, Branch and Adam,

David Fredrick Boettcher Jr.

Dave, Betcha North Fork, CA

Management Wow! Already? First, I want to thank God

for everything that He’s done. Mom, Dad, Nikki, Rob I can’t possibly express how much you mean to me and how much your

support helped me make it through the hard times. Friends (myUSAFA family) you mean the world to me. I will miss you dearly. Good luck in all of your adventures. Micah 6:8/

James 1:2-4.1 love you all. Remember, X days to make a difference.

Mark Charles Andrew

Jennifer Rae Boutin Grosse Pointe Woods, Ml

Andy, Canada, Crazy Andy, The Andys

Systems Engineering Management

West Vancouver, BC

Management First off to the family, I wouldn’t have made it without you. To my boys from

Valley Forge (Dave, Povo, and Dennis) from boarding to Brand New, F leads the way! Mike, Ryan, I’ll miss walking next door for a good talk to keep me going. To

“You’re only as strong as the cocktails you

drink, the tables you dance on and the friends you hold onto.” I can’t thank my

family and friends enough, you were always there to support me and find a way to make me

laugh when I needed it. I love you all! good, a little

In retrospect, it’s been a little

everyone I’ve met while 1 was here, thanks for helping me live out my dream. Never

bad and a lotta times the worst ever, but

forget that it’s all about the people.

2006, we’re finally outta here.

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somehow we made it

through —-Congrats

Zachary Scott Carey

Erin Elizabeth Hannon

Colorado Springs, CO

Blue Island, IL

Law

Political Science Thanks to everyone who has made this

place fun for the past four years. It’s been a long road, but the people you meet along the way make the whole journey worthwhile. See you again soon.

Ashton Lamar Carter

John James Lynn Hart

Oklahoma City, OK

Jamie, Trojan, Comrade North Olmsted, OH

Biological Studies

Biology

What an amazing time I’ve had here

this great institution. Life is only as

I couldn’t have made it through here without

exciting as the perspective you choose to take it in. The Academy, like everything else in life, is ripe with great opportunities

my awesome parents and family, their encouragement and all my friends’ support.

Thanks so much! I’m proud of the things I

and full of valuable life lessons which will

have accomplished and am grateful for the

surely help us on our way. No place is without its challenges and nonsensical doctrines, but if the negative is all that

lessons that I have learned. I am looking

you choose to see in life then do not expect to be happy anywhere.

old fart renting jet skis and owning a tackle

Joseph Michael BeRserszo’

Elizabeth A. Jaszczak Queen of the Underworld,

Jamie, D-zo, DeRsenzo Florence, SC Genera! Engineering Thanks Creed, McLean, Jaime, and Jamie. I cannot fathom at

forward to all the memories that I will have once we

graduate and can’t wait till I’m an

and bait shop next to my roomie’s bar.

Queen B Las Vegas, NV

Foreign Area Studies

getting through a tough day

It has been four years of learning,

the Academy without you guys; forget

training hard and playing harder... on minimum sleep and maximum caffeine.

actually graduating. Thanks Ellie and Tim for making me realize why I finished Upgrade. Thanks Mom, Dad, Grandpa, and Nona foryour support. 1 can’t believe you let me get myself into all of this. Worldly beings started and finished this task; Maybe I’ll find You somewhere around...

I could not have done it without the love

and support of my family and friends,

especially Mom and Dad-Thank you. I am leaving here, “To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.” —Alfred Lord Tennyson

Charles L. Francis

David Everett Kilpatrick

Chuck

San Antonio, TX

Rockford, MM Behavioral Science To my family, thank you for the love,

Management I have no idea where the last four years went. Mom, Dad, Paul, and Liz, thanks

support, and encouragement throughout

for being so supportive through all the

the years. To the Aldrich’s, you have been

times, good and bad. Ed and Betsy, thank

second family to me. To the Mad Nords,

you for keeping me in line. We all know I

thanks for all the great times and memories.

needed it. You’re the best second parents

You definitely made freshman year a bit

imaginable. Ron and Sylvia, thanks for keeping me sane. You’ve become two of

sketchier. 1 thank my friends, here and at

home, for making this journey as fun as possible. “Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.” Isaiah 40:31.

my best friends in the world! To all the

guys, thanks for the amazing times. I LOVE YOU ALL!!!

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Kristine L. Muth

William Rey Louie

Pleasant Hill, CA

Salt Lake City, UT

Foreign Area Studies, French

Aeronautical Engineering

Mom, Dad, Kelli, and the family, I can’t thank you enough for your support every second of every day. Hands down, the people here are the best thing

about this place. To my buddies

—

man,

we’ve have some good times, haven’t we? You’re the only reason I’m still sane. Thank you. This place has brought the worst times of my life, but it has also

Mom, Dad, Julia, and Adrienne, thank you for loving me and supporting me through these four years. I love you. To all my friends, I’ll never forget you,

thank you. To my track girls, it’s been blast —I’ll miss you all so much. “What we have enjoyed we can never

lose, All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.”

brought the best, and I know those are the ones I will remember.

Tyler Philip Marcotte Ty, Marmot Goodyear, AZ Management 1 would like to thank all of my family

and friends back home for helping me

Charles Creed Napier El Paso, TX

Systems Engineering

—

Mecft

This has been a wild ride, and the

Academy has thrown more at me than I could’ve imagined. I will miss all my

through and believing in me. To all the

friends and 1 wish you the best. USNA

friends I’ve made here and the fellas of

was awesome,

the ZRFC, thanks for making this place

the inspiration. Don’t forget DEO.

thanks. Dad, thanks for

enjoyable, we’ve had some great

times together. Well it’s time to move on, I’m tired

later, Ty.

Michael Samuel Maynard

Mike Napolitano

Louis, Mikeanator, Shine Brea, CA Management

Civil Engineering

Menifee, CA

Thanks Mom, Dad, and all my friends

Mom, Dad, and Family, I need to thank you first for all the love and support you

and family for helping me through.

have continually given me. Without you

nobody wants you here.

Marshall, graduate from the Academy,

by my side, my success here would have been impossible. McGillivray’s, thank you for being my home away from home. Soccer Boys, thank you for all the fond memories and great laughs. Scottie, C Lay, Toddski, and Ty, thanks for everything; I love you guys like brothers.

Kent David Morgan

Roland Wood Olmstead

Anchorage, AK Operations Research

Woody, WDI, Woods Monument, CO Military Strategic Studies God is faithful, even when we aren’t

(II Tim 2:13). The fellowship has been second to none (Los Hermanos, Fellas, OCF, SAEP to the Point, PTWOB). Mom and Dad and (greater) family, your prayers have gotten me through.

Jill, you are beautiful in every wav I will miss you all and USAFA.

Strength

and courage.

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Christopher Roper Smith

Paul William Pratt

Moose, Bucket Head, Fat Head,

LL Cool C

Tweety

Atlanta, GA

Management

Tooele, UT

Management

BAM! In your FACE! Holler to all my

“My son peace be unto thy soul; thine adversity and thine afflictions shall be

boys past & present, keep it trill and on

but a small moment; And then, if thou endure it well, God shall exalt thee on

Casias, Ira, Nagy & Boniface. I see you

high; thou shalt triumph over all your

accuse. Peace, I’m out.

the down low. I see you Dolehide, Stone, too

geeks. Deny, deny, deny, counter

foes.” Mom, Dad, Russ, Scott, Trent,

Wally, Mark, Grandma Joye, I love you! Kristine, no more goodbyes!!! I love you forever and a day!!! LP, GS, BS.

Jamesina Stuppy

Ryan Dean Reeves New Braunfels, TX Systems Engineering Management

Jaime Los Angeles, CA

Management Mom, Dad, Hayes, Meg Ben, thanks for the support and motivation to do my best.

Granna, thanks for believing in me, it

changed my life. You all have pushed me to succeed in every way. I'd never have gotten

through this place without my friends. Melanie, Creed, Jamie, Jamie and others, you have made these four years as fun as possible. Thanks for being there through the good times and bad, I will never forget you.

Matthew Tudor Sarda

Scott Charles Zetterstrom

Durham, NC English

Aeronautical Engineering

Help! I am the real Matt Sarda eternally trapped in a caked two-dimensional firstie photograph! It wouldn’t be so bad except for the excessive cliches bombarding me from my left and right about how their families and friends got them through this fabled institution. While that certainly may be true in most cases, as it definitely was

Mansfield, NJ

But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their

strength; they shall mount

up with wings like eagles, they shall run

and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint, Isaiah 40:31. Thanks to God,

my family and friends for giving me the support to get through this place. What a

journey it has been!

in mine, what’s so great about blue

skies? Come back to this photo, and I still won’t have that one figured out.

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Tyler French Brewer Brew, S.E.G., Papa Smurf

Evergreen, CO Mechanical Engineering

God knows the last four years at USAFA have been the hardest and most challenging of my life. Without the

love and encouragement of you, Mom,

Dad, Logan, Cassidy, Landon, Ted, Leslie, my troll brothers and sisters, and those close enough to be called friend, I would never have made it through. Ego Imbibo Ad Meus Fraters... Landon, I’ll be home soon.

Katherine Alexander Bultemeier

Christopher Franks Beans

Katie, Roomslice Fairfax, VA

Tryon, NC Meteorology

Behavioral Science Thanks to everyone who’s helped me out

these past few years! Mom, Dad, Tim... I love you. To my best friends, I couldn’t have done it without you. You guys are

amazing and I’ve been so blessed to know you. Here’s to remembering all the great times we’ve had. E.J.

It really is true that the friends you

make here are the best you could ever have. I will miss all of you that I have

gotten to know over these past four years. To Mother, thanks for all you do, and thanks for your constant support.

May the Rat Pack live on. Ego Imbibo Ad Meus Fraters....

Joseph Robert Caruso Huntsville, AL

Christopher Eugene Goshorn Jr.

Social Science

Tyler, TX Operational Research

Well, time sure flew by like a penguin...

Goose

Uncle Frank, looks like I’ve achieved the

Old man...6 years...still not sure it's

bare minimum. Mark, I know it’s faith.

worth it?

I’ve jumped. Dad, I hope I’m as good a

father as you are. This is for my family and friends,/all are what life is about. I love you all. Speak Lord, I’m listening.

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Social Science

Anthony Alvin lllig Tony, T-lllio, Iggles, Rickshaw Valley Center, CA Operations Research

It was through the support of my family,

Thanks to Kristin, my parents, and

friends, and teachers that kept me sane, it was MY discipline that kept me in line,

still be working on my application and

Caitlin Elizabeth Harris Cat San Antonio, TX

I I

Kristin’s parents. Without you I’d probably

and MY will power that kept me going.

have dirty laundry. Thanks to all the

Now the end is near and I am out of

warriors who helped me through 1,434

here. Olympics, here I come.

days at the leadership laboratory. “Prototypical non-conformist. You are a vacuous soldier of the thrift store Gestapo.”—Say Anything. “This is your life, are you who you want to be?”

Matthew Allen Hatt

Matt Hatt, Hatter, Superman New Baden, IL

Operations Research

—

Switchfoot

Stephen L. Jones Houston, TX Mechanical Engineering Does anyone actually read these?

Cui multum datum ..multum quaeretur.

Dad, Mom, thanks for preparing me and praying for me. Storm, you’re perfect.

Morgan, keep marching to that beat. You’re amazing, little girl. Scott, Prov. 27:17: thanks for the Sharpening. 20 years from now, I’ve found my third day. Nothing eloquent, nothing amazing, just a simple country boy who came here, drew closer to his Heavenly Father and was able to live the dream.

Mark Thomas Heffelfinger

Benjamin R. King Dirty South, 269

Heff

Whitehall, PA

Fairburn, GA Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering

They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles.

—

Isaiah 40:31

Thanks for all the encouragement Mom,

Dad, and Sarah. I could not have made it without you. I sure liked those packages too, Grandma and Grandpa, thanks.

Fullertons, thank you for the home away from home you provided for me. You prayer. Ansley, thanks for putting up with dating a guy at this

were an answer to

place and making the move to good ole CO. I love you all. Blue Skies...

Ross Sterling Hobbs Boss, Hoss, Rosstifer Las Vegas, NV Management

Eric Edward Lane

Dallas, TX Systems Engineering —

Mechanical Engineering

emphasis

Wow.. .you're sure that I’m really done

with this? Holy crap! There were many, many, many times when I thought that I was about to leave due to academic stuff,

but thanks to God, I made it through.

Thank you Mom for your help; Amanda, Flick, Alex, Nick, Harter, Josh...you all

on the

Being six-year plan, I was afraid I would never be as close to the new Trolls as I was to the old

’04 Trolls. Thanks for

taking Stephen and me in and making us feel so welcome. We lost our share of

actually enjoy what went on here at this

classmates, but hopefully they will never truly be lost. Always remember, “This is the real Air Force!" And like Stephen said...

school. I never did find Calvin...

.nobody reads these things anyways.

are

what helped me to stay and to

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Christopher A. Patterson Chrispy Sacramento, CA

Computer Science Thanks for the opportunities, but

remember, this is just the beginning. To my family and friends, I love you

all. Thanks for keeping me sane. I only

hope one day I’ll be able to serve you as much as you’ve helped me. To my Trolls, Exchangers, Catholic Kids, and Classmates: May the road rise up to meet you; may the wind be always at your back. Fair winds and following seas....

Jerad Michael Rich

Ryan Alden Marshall Tampa, FL

J-Rod, J-Rizz Reno, NV

Political Science

Operations Research Thanks to everyone who supported me

during my four years here. Mom, Dad, Mickey, your support was invaluable. I

It has definitely been a long journey and

there is no way I could have made it without

had my reasons for coming to USAFA,

the support I received from my family and

but it was my friends who got me

friends. To my parents and Meech, thank

through. Andy, Christa, Travis, Jim, Wags, and everyone I forgot to mention. You guys made this place worth it, and I’ll never forget that.

you for the neverending love and support. Without you who knows where I would or

Jane Rachel McDonald

Colt Ray Schiefelbein

Spring Hill, FL Biology

Phoenix, AZ Management

Thanks

Ryan, Mike,

wouldn’t be today. To my best friends the

pack, the trolls and others, you helped through the best and worst of times, and I am truly grateful. rat

Mom, Dad, John, and Jeanette, thanks for your love and support as I faced one of the biggest challenges of my life. To the Nelsons, thanks for opening your

home and your hearts to me. Sarah,

Vanessa, Lydia, Kimo, and Johann, thanks for being the best friends I could have ever asked for. All my friends, thanks for the memories! I would not be the woman I am today if it were not for you all and I love you so much! -Joshua 1:9-

Jeffrey K. Nelson

Brandon L. Snyder

Ozark, MO

Lehighton, PA

Civil Engineering

Aeronautical Engineering

It’s been a long time coming, and I know I

Thank you to everyone who has been

couldn’t have done it without the support of so many people. Mom and Dad, thank

there for me over the last four years —

Mom and George, Chris and Jay,

you for your endless love and support. To my bros, thanks for the humor and

Gene and Jan, and especially Megan,

keeping things in perspective. To my

when life wasn’t easy, or fun for that

friends and the Rat Pack, you made it even more

of an experience. Vanessa,

you’ve made things that much easier. I can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done for me.

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thank you. There were plenty of times matter, but I made it through with all

your help. I’ve made some great friends out here and I’ll never forget the good

times we shared.

Overton Roy Spence Jr.

Robert Angelio Tudi

Jacksonville, FL

Charles J. Porterhouse,

Social Science

Bifford K. Beefhouse

Pittsburgh, PA Systems Engineering Mechanics No big deal.

Bernadette Marie Tavelli

Chris Weber

Bee

Chicago, IL

Boise, ID

Social Sciences

Astronautical Engineering Love and Prayers to my family, Blessings to my friends. TRIF!

“The world belongs to the energetic.” —

Ralph Waldo Emerson. Thanks to

everyone who helped me along the way. I can’t say it was fun but I definitely

learned a lot from it.

Vanessa Marie Muza Teskey

Oshkosh, Wl Social Science Yeah graduation. We made it! Thank you to ALL my family for your unfailing love and support. Amie Elizabeth you mean so much to me, you are my shining star, I love you and I am SO proud of you. To my unbelievable friends, you

are

the most incredible people I have

change the world just like you changed my life. Thank you ever met and you will

Jeffrey K., you were my vacation away from this place.

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Jesse Alan Alne

Chippewa Falls, Wl Material Sciences Mom & Dad: Here’s to accidents

that sometimes turn out pretty good.

Thanks to everyone else that has helped me

get through this place I couldn’t have

done it alone.

Jason W. Boman

Samuel Christian de la Rosa

Broomfield, CO Operations Research

North Creek, NY

de la...

Legal Studies

Thank you to my parents for giving me

place to go on the weekends so I could regain my sanity. Thanks to all of the a

friends I have made here. It is because of you guys that I was able to get through this place.

Above all I thank God for faithfully

guiding me through this time. Without Him I am nothing. My whole family, thank you for lifting me up in prayer and supporting me, especially during my toughest semester. I love you all. The Wilson family, I am forever indebted to you for your hospitality and support. To my friends, thanks for helping me through and for all the memories. Ps. 48:14.

Katherine Margaret Bushey Kat

Wilmington, DE Aeronautical Engineering To all my family, thanks for all the

love and support and making this

Charles Joseph Deignan III CJ, Old Man River, Grandpa Columbus, MS Management To my family, the road was

long, but we made it. Pasco, Willy, Mikey, and Gianny,

possible. To all my teammates and coaches, I gave you everything I had. Thanks for doing the same for me. To all my friends, especially those who

you guys are the best friends a man could ask

wondered at one time or another if

and I’ll see you out there. Mom, I miss

I’d ever graduate, thanks for making it

worthwhile.

for, Brothers forever. Justin, some bonds run thicker than blood, thanks for everything. To the 06’ers, you’re a rare bunch, stay classy, and I hope I’ve made you proud. All are

possible through Him, God bless. The good.

rearview never looked so

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you

things

James King Conway, AR Biology

Jeffrey David Fry Logan, OH System Engineering Management

First of all thanks to God for allowing me to make it. Thanks Mama and

family, and all of my great friends for making this experience what it was.

Daddy for encouraging me the entire way and to the Lamourey’s for being my second home.

Best of luck to everyone in the Class

Thanks for Roseman, Brian, and Mark

of2006.

for having my back all the way through

I would like to thank my family, sponsor

this thing, and to all the Preppies who make it tolerable. Finally, thank you

Denisha. You’ve made my time here so much more interesting and enjoyable. Good luck everybody. I'll see ya’ll later.

Gregory Alan Kirkwood woody

Jennifer EMG Hatch

High-strung Hatch, Shweetcheeksh, Jennay,

Othello, WA Systems Engineering Management

Hennifer

Vernon, CT Humanities Give to the Lord whatever you do and your plans will succeed and remember: whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid. I still believe in my God, my country, and my mom’s

apple pie.

Richard Cale Labiak

Rick

Buffalo, NY Electrical Engineering Mom and Dad, thank you for all the love

and support you have given me over the past four years. To the Nelsons, thank you for being a home away from home. To all my friends, I couldn’t have made it

through without you. I will never forget you and all the crazy times. I’ll see you out there. As much as I can’t wait to

leave, this has been the most rewarding and ridiculous four years of my life.

mmmmmt

Matthew Russell Kayser

Robert Lee Marten

Kays

Independence, KS Systems Engineering

Sioux Fails, SD Operations Research

Management

Finally it’s over. Mom, Dad, thanks for all your support and love. The Olds’, I’ll forever be grateful for your love, generosity, and belief in what we were doing here. My

friends, thanks for the memories. I’ll never

forget the times we had. The best thing we friendships made. Ashley, there through the good times and the bad; I’ll can take away is the

never know how you did it. 1 love you with all my heart. Here’s to the future...

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Oscar C. Mayhew

Austin, TX Electrical Engineering What about my five years at the Academy

will matter in 20 years? I will always cherish the solid friendships I have made in the worst of sit.uations. Whether

it was eight grueling months of four-

degree year, endless nights after taps in the lab, or three weeks of tear gas in the valley, I look forward to drinking to “back when

it was hard.” Regrets:

working so hard, and not getting to know the people in my squad.

Jennifer Ann Neville

Geoffrey B. Slater

Jen

Golden, CO Biology

Cold Spring, NY Astronautical Engineering

Thanks to everyone who helped me

Mom, Dad, Jamie, Jessie, Jason, & Loopy,

through this place. Especially Heather,

I couldn’t have made it through this place

I could not have done it without you. I

without you. Mom & Dad, thank you for

LOVE YOU, baby. I can’t say I’ll miss this

telling me to keep the faith & encouraging me when times were hard. Despite four years of grueling hardship, June 25th, 2002, was the hardest day of my life. Jacob, my

place too much.

best friend, you make life bearable & more fun than I can imagine. Thank you for your

neverending patience. I love you!

wmmmmmm

Carly Aiko Omizo Cavly, Homizo, Omigo Kailua, HI Social Science

Mom, Dad, thanks for believing in me, you've been my inspiration, swim girlies: thanks for

the laughs and the motivation, keep up the hard work you’re almost there! polo chica’s:

nationals baby! Sara, you got me through. To all my friends, thanks for the memories, you made this place bearable! “Beginings are usually scary, Endings are usually sad, But

it’s the middle that counts, Just give hope a

chance to float up...and it will!”

Scott M. Reynolds Scottie Garden Grove, CA

Systems Engineering Management For God, Family, and Brothers. It was the best

of times and the worst of times. I couldn’t

have made it without the Adventure Club, the crew and all of the

great weekends. Thanks

Mom and Dad, Jess, Sarah, and Mark for all your love and support. “Out of the night

that covers me black as the pit from pole to

pole 1 thank whatever gods may be for my unconquerable soul.- INV1CTUS, BT

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Brett Elliott Sorge Goofy Boots, Karate Kid Minneapolis, MN Biochemistry I’m ready. INVICTUS

Mark R Truxillo

Paul Anthony Vignola

Trux

Las Vegas, NV Systems Engineering Management

Franklinton, LA Biology, Philosophy It’s hard to believe how quickly the time goes by but it’s finally over. Thanks to my family for all the encouragement and

support' it’s been tremendous and I love you. To all the “Chiller Cobras,” it was a great 4* year and I wish you the best in the future, wherever it may take you. To my brothers: Chuck, Brett, Scott, and

Mike, good luck, NFQ and Invictus. It’s not the critic who counts...

Brooks Richard Turnquist

Apply Valley, MN Astronautical Engineering

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Matthew R. Bader Badski, Bades, Ski

Brad Deliolacono

Beaverton, OR

Del

Management

Weymouth, MA Engineering Mechanics

There have been some trying times

To my family, Mom, Dad, and Andrea

here and some unbelievable times as

thanks for all your love and support. I

well. These four years are something I

couldn’t have done it without you. To

will never forget. I thank my mom and

the Stones, thank you for welcoming me

dad, my brother, Heidi, my friends at home and elsewhere, and especially the

into your family; you were instrumental

hockey wheelers! I would not have made it through without you all. Thanks for the memories and keep living life Air Force hockey style!!!

has supported me while I have been here

Marc P. Catalano Furry Foots

John R. Ethredge

New York City, NY

Houston, IX

in me staying here. To everyone else who

thank you. Finally, to the sweetest guys at

the school, it’s been a fun ride, so head for the mountains.

Rufus

Computer Engineering

Physics

Thanks to my family for all they have

It’s been a rollercoaster four years, but my

done for me. I couldn’t have made it

friends and family back home, especially

here without you. Thanks to all the

my parents, have supported me in the valleys and praised me in the peaks more

friends who’ve supported me along the way. I’m finally out of here! Good luck to everyone, and I’ll see you in the skies above.

than a kid could imagine. The Clarks have helped me during the four years in whatever way I needed. To my friends here, I can't imagine surviving these last four

years without all the good times. Carrisa thanks so much for waiting, I love you.

Roseman Louis Deas il

Mark Robert Fuller

Fayetteville, GA Biology

Chip, Marcus, Whitebread Anchorage, AK Management

I thank my family for supporting me during these last five years during the good and bad times. To my boys (James, Sloe, Mark), fellas I love /all. Thanks for making this an experience I will never forget. We have had some good times. To my girls, thanks for being there for me, and I’m I love y’all, too. Code Red out.

The end is finally here! It has been a long

four years which 1 wouldn’t be able to have made it through without God first of all. Mom,Dad,and Rachel,I Love you guys... D'Artagnan.you almost made it, Mike see you in three years, Denisha,

Dangler, and everybody else, you are all family and I owe you everything. Rose, Sloe, and James, just one thing. .

Code Red!

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Torrey David Hamilton

Jonathan David Lautner

Hambone, Dirka Dirka,

San Antonio, TX

Prayer Guy

Basic Sciences

Chino Hills, CA

Physics and Philosophy Sam. 12:24: “Only fear the Lord, and serve Him in truth with all your heart; for consider what great things He has done for you.” It was a

lifelong dream. He made it a reality. I

could always rely on His faithfulness, grace,

strength, courage, and wisdom. Family, friends, fire-breathers, thanks. Your care and encouragement formed me. Afghan crew, silver refined in the fire!

Daniella Marie Heiier

Dan Oscar Mater

Woodland Park, CO

Dano

Civil Engineering

Katy, TX Foreign Area Studies

To Mom and Dad: Thanks for all the

love and support that you’ve always

Bohunks Persist

given me. You guys are the best and I couldn’t have done it without you. To those people who have always been there

for me, and you all know who you are, I can’t thank you enough for sticking by me this whole time. You guys made it great! -If God brings you to it, He’ll bring you through it.

Calvin C. Ho

Marie Noel Nichoison-Hutt

Denver, CO

Jabba, Tench, Nutt, Nicka-Hutt Boulder City, NV

Biology Thanks to my

family and my boyz: the

Patties, the dudes from here, anyone who is cool. To lost brothers...

Environmental Engineering

Yay, it’s over! Mom, Dad, Anna, you’re the best family anyone could have. Thanks for your loving support through these years. Haseeb, I am so thankful for your kindness and sticking with me through it all, mujay tom se piyar hei. Memories:

baby ratz, Maj Mayes, FT: Pueblo (Allen’s pet rooster), Rangely, food poisoning, barn storming, cows and Evers, and of course, Maj Mase’s squealing.

Adam Douglas King Clinton, MO

Jason M. Pausewang

Physics, Space Propulsion

Taylor, TX Mechanical Engineering

The road has been long and tough, but the light at the end of the tunnel has

I’m not really sure how I made it to this point and maybe I never will, but

clearly into focus. To my friends

here I am. Mom, Dad, and Jamie, I

who’ve made this bearable: I cannot

couldn’t ask for anyone better than

express how lucky I am that you came into my life. May the hinges of our

you standing behind me. Thanks for

friendship never grow rusty. Best of luck to all of you in pursuit of your dreams!

To all my friends, it wouldn’t have

come

always supporting the paths I chose. been worth it without you. Thanks for

getting me through in all the ways you did. Remember, it was hard, but now it’s over. I’ll see

y’all on the beaches.

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Brian Ashley Slocum Sloe, B-Ashley, Toughness Macon, GA Foreign Area Studies

Brian Anthony Pedroza Pedro, P-Diddy, Dangler San Jose, CA Management

Mom, your support has always been

These last five years are dedicated to the

there for me, I am thankful. Dad, you

friends who couldn’t make it this far. Today

have inspired me to excel in all my

only a few of us remain, but we’re closer than ever. Thanks to my family and friends back home for always listening and motivating me. I love you Mom, Dad,

endeavors, I can only hope one day to become the man you are. Madison,

your love, patience, and strength have been a driving force in my success;

James, and Christine. I dedicate my future

I am eternally grateful, you are my everything. To my friends, you made this place memorable. Be Easy...

service to the four men and women who

taught

me what America is

supposed

to be,

my roles model in life... my grandparents.

Povo

Nicholas John Spear Quincy, IL

Hatboro, PA

Engineering Mechanics

Michael Albert Povilaitis

Operations Research For all Ferry’s children, “Valley Forge for thee,” we made it! My family, I could never

thank you enough for your unconditional

support! To my friends, you have been my brothers and sisters over the last four years. Thanks to Dennis for your voice of reason, Dave for the spring break stories that

should never be told, all the Andy’s, Doctor

Siregar, King for teaching me self control and #4.. .you will always be #1 to me!

Rachael N. Toepher

Canyon Lake, CA Social Sciences I thank my parents; I could not have

made it without your guys’ support and

love. D, you are my best friend and role model. Coogan you are my best friend

and I couldn’t have done it without you. TSLs you girls made this a fun couple years. Ekim, life will never be the same.

Good game... see ya out there.

—_

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Eric Bradley Carey

John Daniel Banker

Eroc, Care Bear

Banks, Spankdizzuck, Beej,

Albany NY

Beefcake

Basic Science

Kirkland, WA Mechanical Engineering

Thanks to God first and foremost, you

Dad, thanks for reminding me how soft this place has gotten. Mom, you’re it, I

gave me the strength to make it through this rollercoaster ride. Mom, Dad, and the

know it. I love you guys. David and Michele

and fam, thank you for all you did for me. You made life much more

enjoyable.

Kayser and Myers, thanks for cleaning up after me. Handball, an excellent outlet for that competitive streak. Love and thanks to everyone. Banker 75-‘98-‘06

rest of my family thanks for your support. All the success I enjoyed and will enjoy is

the result of your love and encouragement On graduation day, a part of my diploma

belongs to you. To the RTB-Barnstormers and the Class of ’06 we did it! The fat lady has sung, but our memories are forever!

Timothy William Ford Shrewsbury, MA Biology

Kevin Alan Calloway

Tucson, AZ General Engineering

A big thank you to my family and

friends for their constant support and of course to Sarah, I love you, I could not have made it

through here without

all of you. And of course my friends

here at the Hill, you know who you are,

you’ve all made this four years I will never forget.

Lisa Marie Cannon Peanut, “Lis”

Hudson D. Graham Mr. Intensity, G-Man, & HudBud

Burlington, Wl

North Pole, AK

Political Science and Foreign

Systems EngineeringHuman Systems

Area Studies, Spanish Minor These four years have been the most challenging yet rewarding years of my

Thanks to my Savior for the opportunity

life. I thank God for my family- you’ve

for it. My family, thanks for your continual

been the best encouragement ever and I

support and mentorship; I praise God how He has blessed me through each of you.

love you all! Thanks to my friends who

at USATA; it’s an honor, and I

praise God

made it through with me- we actually

The lifelong friends made at USAFA are

did it! To everyone who is to follow, 1

what makes the Academy. I look forward !

leave you with this- live with no regrets-

and life will fulfill itself. Psalm 37:4.

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serving with you in our AF and local : communities. God bless, Prov. 21:31, to

Donald P. Heaton

Nicholis Rae McClendon-Martin

Donny Waterloo, IA Space Operation

Lake Forest, CA

Venn; Vetti Vechi. It seemed so far away

I’ll always remember the times with the

did it together. Never

forget the sacrifices we made, but it’s

guys, squeezing every moment for all it was worth and having as much fun

finally time to cash in all that we have

as you can

saved up. Here’s to the Night...!

dying on Eagles Peak, recognition, the California road trip, free hotel room, hall brawls, ski trips, crazy Acapulco nights, ring dance weekend, and much

at first, but we

Token, Nugget

Biology

more. No

and still be a cadet. Almost

regrets, the best memories and

friends a man could wish for. 1

Courtney Ellen Catherine Smith

Tyler Jerome Nelson

Hemmert

T-Bird, Nellie Franklin, TN

Littleton, CO

Biology I never would have imagined how truly

Systems Engineering with Aeronautical Systems Option

amazing (or trying) these four years could be...or how much I was going to learn. To my family, I wouldn’t have made it without your loving support, thanks for always being there for me. To my friends,

Mom and Dad, thanks for helping me

you know who you are, thanks for the amazing times we had. Oh, and one more

Judy for homes away from home. To

thing, there is nothing wrong with being a tree hugger! Vaya con Dios!

memories, stories, and great times.

stick it out. These four years have been

challenging. I’ll always be thankful for the support and boxes of cookies. Thanks to the Muhs family and to my friends at USAFA, thanks for the

Megan, I love you with all my heart.

David Marc Northern Marc

Knoxville, TN

Biology We’ve finally made it! This place didn’t

get the best of me. I thank everyone who did so much for me along the way. Mom,

Dad, and Sandrine, I couldn’t have done this without your support and love. To my

friends, the fun is only beginning for us. We’ve made some of the best and worst memories together, and that’s what it’s

all about. If there’s a war to fight, I hope

we’re side-by-side kicking butt together.

Drew Ross Maulsby

Eaton, CO Aeronautical Engineering I lhank everyone for helping me through

this place; Mom and Dad, Wade and the

brothers, the friends I’ve made here, and of course Sarah. I love you all and can’t wait to see what God has in store for us in the future.

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Seth David Spidahi

Dwight Brian Rabe

Speedy, Pops Fergus Falls, MN

D-Rabe!! most recently Kennewick, WA

Social Science

Electrical Engineering

Mom, Dad, Grandma, Andrew, and Kristin,

It’s tricky to convey the gratitude I have for

thanks for your support and encouragement Greg, you’ve been a life-saver! Harvey and

my family, sponsors, mentors, classmates and friends. Your support was genuine and unforgettable. I’m honored to say I was in 2006, undoubtedly a unique class that prevailed through lots of strife. Cheers and good luck! Note: need a stupendous

Nancy, thanks for providing a getaway and family atmosphere. Lt. Col. Dalonzo and Lt. Col. Williams, thanks for your mentorship. Finally, thanks to those who have selflessly

supported me, you have made a bigger

blues shirt? 10 shirt garters and duct tape.

(If you’re

impact than you know and you deserve far

EE and reading this, relax,

more than I could ever repay.

breathe... now get back to work.)

Daniel Ryan St.Clair

Jacob E. Rieth Port St. Lucie, FL

Chewie

Astronautical Engineering and

Novi, Ml Aeronautical Engineering

Space Operations Thanks

Hard to believe the journey is finally

my parents, grandparents,

friends from Aggressors C-Flight or Mach

coming to a close. Mom and Dad, as I begin the next phase of my life I will never fully be able to express to you how much your love and support helped over

1 freshman year. We have been through

these four years. To the greatest track

brother, and sister for always backing me up, even when you may have wished I was closer to home. I will never

forget my

much change, but through it all our

team

in all the land, thanks for the

memories I will miss the good times.

friendships have given us something to rely on. Congrats to all the Red Tag

Always remember to be great, because

Barnstormers, and the rest of you too.

no one can ask any more of you.

Sarah K. Rountree Medford, OR

Jonathan James St. Peter

FAS Asia

Political Science, French minor

Missoula, MT

Wow, time actually does fly. This place has been like a rollercoaster ride, but I

definitely couldn’t have made it through this place without my friends and family. I will never have friends like the ones

that I have made here. So, thank you

girls, and love you lots.

Shawn Michael Schulz El Paso, TX

Nicholas Brian Szala

Salsa, Meat 1 Wooster, OH Aeronautical Engineering

Management This has been the biggest commitment made in my life. This one required I stay

Thanks

the course for five years, but the payoff

encouragement throughout the years To all my friends here, it’s been a long

has finally arrived. Thanks to the support

from my family and friends, I have now

family

for

the

time coming, but we finally made it and

set the stepping stones for a successful

sure had a good time getting here. And last but not least, I want to thanks Mi

life and career in the years to come.

Special shout to the following: Huton, Heebs, Tiner, Drewby, D’Mo, Nerthem,

Espinoza for making all of our Mitchell Hall dining experiences that much more special.

and NickMc. You guys made it worth it! Hummel from Alcatraz. OUT. ■

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Kenon Everett Thompson

Taylor Blake Valentine

“KJ”

Tiner

Las Vegas, NV

Columbus, MS

Management

Environmental Engineering

Mom and Dad: thanks for all the

“Nights I can’t remember, Friends I’ll never forget.”

support and guidance.. .there is no way I would have made it this far without it.

Pam, Kirk, Levi and Zach: thanks for the home away from home. I would have gone insane without you all! Ashley, you have been the inspiration for all things in my life. Thank you all for your love.

Alicia Dianne Tompkins

Houston, TX Aeronautical Engineering

Everyone knows 1 can’t refuse an opportunity, which has caused joy and insanity over the years. Thanks to those who tolerated the ranting, did homework in the early hours of the morning, and those who got me out for a break. Most

of all, thanks to my father who seemed to predict everything that was going to happen and prepared for it. Thanks to my mother who supported me right down to the falcon necklace. I love you.

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Brett Benjamin Davis

Jeremy Chad Bower Ormond Beach, FL

Fort Worth, TX

Behavioral Science

Computer Engineering

The days were like weeks, the weeks

Thank God for giving me strength daily.

like days, and four years passed before

I’m thankful for my family that gave me

we knew it. I thank God for

unlimited support and encouragement

everything He has provided, my family for their unyielding support, and my sponsors for giving me a second home. To “the crew”

over

the last four years. To my USAFA

buds, it’s been awesome. Through all the terrible times we could always laugh or

and my best friends, I don’t know what

drink to something. To the Phantoms

I’d be without you. You mean more to

fabulous four, you guys are awesome, and

me than

you’ll ever realize. For surviving

I can’t believe you aren’t here to celebrate

Phantoms and RTB’s, I’m proud to stand

this with us. We all wish you were here.

next to you. You are all incredible.

Here’s to better and brighter days.

Jeffrey P. Carter Fairfax, VA Aeronautical Engineering

Seth W. Eastman East

Bothell, WA

Management

Thank you Mom and Dad, you were always

there for me. To my brother and sister, you

It’s been a long, tough five years. I am glad

showed me that it’s the little things in life

it’s finally here. I’m grateful to my family

that matter. Mike Mueller, you helped

for always caring about me. Mom and Dad,

through the tough times. Thank you Cynthia for always willing to listen and help me figure things out. Brett Davis and me

Adam Messer, you showed everyone how

good time. To my other friends and squadronmates, you have all impacted

Auburn, NY

Legal Studies No man knows till he has suffered from

the night how sweet and dear to his heart

and eye the morning can be...

it! I love you. Thanks to my Prep-School

and USAFA buds for the memories. Thanks

Heavenly Father who gave me the I opportunity and ability to be here.

to my

my life in some way.. .thanks.

The Phantom of USAFA

the desire to demand more out of myself.

Thanks for waiting, Sarah, we finally made 1

to have a

Perry Josiah Chaffee

you always set an example and gave me

Edward F. Gallagher V

Quinn Fort Mill, SC

Systems Engineering Management It’s been a challenging yet

rewarding four I

years I’ll never forget. To the best parents and sister a guy could have, thank

you I

for your support the past four I couldn’t have done it without

years; I you. T I

love you all so much. Also thanks to the I Broome’s and Huntz’s, you all made this

place much better, and to my friends out I there, thanks for the good times.

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Jeremy Gene Hefner Hef, Hugh

James C. McCormick

Carlsbad, NM

Abilene, TX

Electrical Engineering

Aeronautical Engineering

Thanks to all the people who believed in me

Thanks Mom, Dad, Nicole, and everybody else who supported me

Jim

and invested their time and love into my success. Thank you Mom, Dad, and Krystal for your support. Thank you Pete and Betsy for your unending hospitality. Thank you to the rest of my family and church

family.

Phantoms, it’s been fun. Teammates, I could not have done it without you, TCF. Above all else, I thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Luke 18:27.

through these years. Mom and Dad, you’ve provided invaluable advice that I treasure. Nicole, thanks for being my most trusted companion and closest friend. I love you. “If A equals success, then the formula is: A=X+Y+Z, X is work; Y is play; Z is keep your mouth

shut.”-Albert Einstein

Robin E. Herndon

Michael Alfred Mueller

Edmond, OK Legal Studies

Aeronautical Engineering

Mom, Dad, and Ginny, I would never have made it without your support. I love you.

Sebastian Hickey Sebass, Bass, Sebby Ewa Beach, Hi Computer Science & Systems

Engr

Crystal Lake, IL Thanks to everyone who helped me

along the way and to everyone who made my experience here better.

Bronwyn Lavada Oliver Bronny, Oli Flagstaff, AZ Aeronautical Engineering 1 could not have done this alone. Mom,

Sleepless nights, GRs, slugs in the salad, handprints by the footprints, random cross-Quad yellings, T-zo sailing, birthday nukings, carrier landings, memories, good and bad, friends, not forgetting those who didn’t make it. My thanks to Mom and Dad for their loving support, to my teammates, last of a dying breed, to Jim, and to Becky, my love.

Dad, sibs, I can’t tell you enough how

Brandon Allan Liabenow

Juan David Pena

Leebz, Leebo Cadillac, Ml

much I love you. To those I will never

forget, thank you. You have taught me more than books ever could. For better or for worse, “this too shall

pass.”

Dave

Astronautical Engineering

Niceville, FL Physics

Thanks to all my friends and family,

Mom, Dad, Lia you all are my heroes

especially Mom, Dad, and my brothers, who have helped me, inspired me and

and your continual support and incredible capacity to love will always

kicked me in the pants when I had thoughts of turning down the best thing

be my greatest inspiration. And to all

that has ever happened to me. I built friendships that will last for ever, learned

making these four years a little better. 1 hope you get everything you want out of life after the Academy.

more than

I could have ever imagined

the friends I’ve made here, thanks for

and by the grace of God, found what I was

looking for. Philippians 4:13.

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Carsten P. Stahr Bennet, NE

Paul Jackson Redmond III

P.J., Peej, Idiot

Humanities

Memphis, TN Economics Thank Jesus for saving me and never letting go. Thanks Mom, Pop, Grant, Nonnie for

“For from Him, and through Him and Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen.” Rom. 11:36. For to

never

number 970 of 970 with a 1.09 cum

home of love, the Shelfers for your prayers,

gpa after freshman year to graduate, it takes a divine miracle. When you boil it

doubting me. Thanks Dwain for finding me in basic, the Coopers for your my friends back home for awesome times in Memphis, my BSU buds for loving me,

down, three things remain: faith, hope, and love. Faith in God, friends, and our

my CS-29 buds for getting me through recognition and the worst 4-dig squad ever,

country. Hope that you’ll make it through

my CS-24 crunksters for the shady times.

anything; that it’s better out there. Love for God, family, friends, and country.

Rebecca A. Unruh East Dundee, IL

Astronautical Engineering Thank you Dad, Elisabeth, and Katherine. Without your love and

support, I never would have made it. To my friends, my Brothers, and Stella, it has been an awesome ride! The best to all of you.

Finally, this one is for my

mommy: you fought the good fight (2

Tim. 4:7).

Stella Jean Schiess

Lacey, WA Economics All my love goes to my family and friends who got me through this place.

Christopher Paul Valliere Chris, Bobble, Mouse, Big Head Warwick, Rl

Military Strategic Studies (French Minor)

I have made Awesome-er friends and

It’s been a long road and we’re finally

memories than I ever thought possible.

here! To my family: you are the reason

You know who you are...thank you!

that I made it through this place. Thank

Documentation: NONE

you for keeping me sane over the last four years. To the Phantoms: I hope that none of us ever

get what we deserve. To

everyone else: You have all made an impact in my life, good or bad, I wish

you all the best. “Run so as to win!”

Benjamin Shearn Ben Fort Washington, MD Political Science “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of

belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of

Light, it was the season

of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair, we had everything before us, we had nothing

before us...” -Charles Dickens, A Tale

of Two Cities

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Joshua McGlon Daleiden

Josh, Dandelion

Georgetown, TX Biology I have never had a more challenging and

rewarding experience. Mom and Dad and my family, thank you for being there for me all the way through, especially when it was tough. I have made some of the best friends of my life here, and I would trust my life to those people in a heartbeat. Lisa, we have been through a lot over the

last three years and I hope we get to see

plenty more together. LCWRU

Holly D. Childs

Aaron Christian Dennis

Jacksonville, TX

Biology

King of Prussia, PA Management

All thanks go to God and to my family

“He was pierced for our transgressions.. .by

for their love and support.

James 1:2-4.

His wounds we are healed" Isa. 53:5. To Him

be all praise! Family, I wouldn’t even be here without you, my gratitude is endless. Justin,

“Honestly, that’s the greatest singing I’ve ever heard.” I’ll have trouble sleeping. Dave, Povo, and Andy you guys are like brothers, the kind you have trouble admitting you’re related to. We’ve been through a lot. Hope, I have a love for you I can’t even explain, thank you for everything.

Michael Anthony Eleazar Chua

Ryan Dean Fancher Puyallup, WA Aeronautical Engineering

Chewy, Big Chew, Mike Anaheim, CA

Systems Engineering Management

Looking back, the four years here seem to

I thank God for blessing me with the

talents to accomplish all I have and plan to in life. My parents for

supporting me through this short portion of my life. I thank my brother for the great advice, and a person to run ideas by. My friends for bringing a smile to my face when things got rough. There is always a bright side of every experience, so make the most of it.

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have gone in the blink of an eye,

although at other times they seemed like an

eternity. The memories I will cherish

most are not of the institution but of the

true friends I have made. reason this

They are the

experience was bearable and

worthwhile. I would also like to thank my family for their continual love and

support throughout my life; without

them, none of this would be possible.

Justin Ryan Gabbard

Matthew Bruce Heilier

J-Gab, Big Red, Diesel

Matt, Manny Modesto, CA

Virginia Beach, VA Management

Computer Science I actually I made it all four years... This place wasn’t as horrible as most

I hope I graduate since I am writing this.

Thanks to God, Mom, Dad, Brandi, Brae,

people made it out to be, but there definitely some times I would have been toast without my family and

and Allan for their support and love. Jessica, I love you baby girl. Dennis, thanks for

were

letting me find my Spaatz book and being a great friend. Col. and Mrs. Herd, thanks for the support and advice. To the P-Schoolers,

all my friends. You guys all know who

this shows academically-challenged people

awesome.

can do

you are, and parents especially, you’re

great things. Thanks to my friends

and thanks for letting me represent 2006

Chelsea Lynn Herzfeld

Matthew Reid Gardner

Gahdna

New Brighton, MN

Yorktown, VA Foreign Area Studies, Russia

Environmental Engineering

Mama, Papa, and Camden; Kurt and

Emily Chamberlin: Thank you for the wonderful and unending support throughout the past four years. I

When they said this would be a challenge, I didn’t really know what to expect. I owe a lifetime of thanks and gratitude to my family and friends for being there for me and encouraging me every step of the

wouldn’t have made it this far without that support. John: I’ll never forget the

experiences we had here together and

way. Without your constant support I would not be here today. Here’s to the

how amazing it was to go through this

Redeye, the best squad in the wing.

place with someone like you by my side. I will forever love you.

■■MB B

William Meredith Graff

Willy D. McAlester, OK

Management I could've made it without all the Willy

Stephen Christopher Kemp Steve-O, Sean/Shawn, Porkchopz, Bazooka Joe!! Baltimore, MD Military History

D jokes, skiing, spotlights, scary singles’

There is no way that I could have made

ward women, Mormon culture, road tzips to Utah, girls doubting my testimony, and

it without my best friends (all of y’all)

Andrew falling for a girl, but those things

experienced, survived, and accomplished

made it a hilarious journey. I thought

has turned me into someone I can be

this place would pull me astray, but instead my brothers supported me all the

proud of. These memories will be with me forever, and so will my friendships I made here. Time to rule the world, y’all! The High Council will forever reign supreme!

way. Thanks Andrew, Chris, and Beau for never

judging me or giving up.

Nathan D. Heguy H-guy, He-dude, Hegs, Blanko Neenyo Flagstaff, AZ Management

and my family. Everything I’ve learned,

Timothy Kuknyo Killham Charlottesville, VA Aeronautical Engineering It was hard, but it was fun. Thank you to my mom, dad,

grandparents, siblings,

I wanted to be original, but I guess there’s

and the greatest sponsor family anyone

nothing original about how I got to the

could have asked for. I could not have

finish line. Mom and Dad, I appreciate that I wouldn’t be here without you.

made it here without you all. I hate

Mucho amor a ustedes. To the brothers I found here, same goes to you, just diffrn’t

having to say goodbye to all my Redeye friends, but here’s to making it to the finish line in style. To the fun ahead...

motha’s, yo. Much love. When we look back, hopefully it’s through fond eyes and we miss it. It’s a hurlicane, get it?

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Kyle Evan McCurley Murfreesboro, TN

Systems Engineering Management

Kimberly A. Templer Bobo, Long Neck, Kimchi Vienna, VA Humanities Umma, Dad, Mikal, Anthony, thank you for being my support and my rock whenever I needed you. I love you and

would not have succeeded without your

tough love. To my truest and deepest friends, I am so proud of you. You helped me through the hardest times thus far. Preppies, we finally made it, and 1 can’t believe it! Every day is a celebration, and I feel truly blessed because of it.

Nelson Alexander Mitchell

Jeffrey Michael Tetrault

Houston, TX

Tet, Marshall McTetters Boca Raton, FL

Management

Management Thanks for everything, I graduated, yada

yadayada.... So you think that money is the root of all evil?.,..I work for nothing but my own profit. I earn it. BBB

Samuel Adam Robertson

“Sam”

Fulton, MO Basic Sciences

Dad, Mom, Jeff, and the rest of the

family, thank you for all of the support, prayers, and love throughout these years. Thanks for always listening to whatever I

had to talk about, good or bad. You were

always there and I will always appreciate it. To all my friends... thanks. I couldn’t have done it without you. I can’t wait to see you all out there doing what we came here to do. Tight ship. Yes it was.

Kevin Vernon Stanley

Fiver, Kevin 5 Virginia Beach, VA Military Strategic Studies and

Management These 5 years have flown by. Wentworth and fellow falcons got me here, I’ll never

forget that. The past 3 years have been awesome with

Scottie, Matt, and Steve,

other Redeye, hopefully I’ll run into you

Bryony L. Veater Bry, B, Brizzo, Capel Wallingford, PA Space Operations I never knew how much I would change

and grow here. Thanks to everyone, my

friends, my laxers, the redeye gang, my sponsors, and my family, who encouraged me and made this experience enjoyable. I will miss everyone I met here and wish

My vacation semester

you all well in your future endeavors.

good time with my future wife, I Love You Molly! lllegitinris

Obligatory quote: “Waiting for the time I can finally say, this has all been wonderful, but now I’m on my way.”

more in the future.

at Navy was also a

non carborundum. -Gen Stilwell

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Scott R. Eberle

Joseph A. Beck BT

Scooter

Clear Lake, MN

Winona, MN

Mechanical Engineering

Systems Engineering Management

Brad and Mom, thanks for helping

through the last four years. I

Life has a way of making the simplest tasks

couldn’t have done it without your

encouragement. It seems like just

impossible. During those times you learn who you are and what you’re made of.

yesterday when I was talking about applying to USAPA with you both. Time

I’D miss my friends, especially my falcon brotherss. I thank my family for inspiring

flies! Thanks to all my USAFA buds for

me to

getting me out on the weekends. I had great times.

coming here, and I thank God for keeping me here. I’ll see /all on the flip side; til then, keep your head up and remember to smile, because it’s God’s medicine.

Dos Palos, CA

Cory Alan Fale Puyallup, WA

Civil Engineering

Behavioral Science:

Natalie Gene Chounet

Human Factors

“Any idiot can face a crisis; it’s day-today living that wears you out.” -Anton Chekhov. Thanks to my family for the cookies and cards, my friends for the fun, and the CEers for “groupthink” sessions.

It’s a long road; the memories will be

good ones. “When we remember we are all mad, the mysteries disappear and life stands explained.” -Mark Twain

Ian Y. Coleman

Bryan Christopher Fiietstra

Alexandria, VA

Fleet, Flea Jenison, Ml Operations Research

Management Major I must thank my parents and family

for their love and support that got me

Mom, Dad, Jason, and Erin, thank you

through these last four years. To all the friends I have made along the way, thank you for helping me get through challenging times. It hasn’t been easy

for all the packages and most importantly

and I couldn’t have done it alone. Best

friends I’ve made, and without them the

the love and support. Thank you also to the Marottis for all the home-cooked

meals and a place to relax. I’ll miss all the

of luck to those I flew with, my class, and

past four years wouldn’t have been near

squadronmates. I’m out!

as much

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fun. Joe, Girly, Trevor, BNags, Spence, Toine, Doug P, Goffers, Denny, Pete, and the volleyball team. Be true.

Gary Matthew Goff

Joseph Michael Klosinski

Goffballs, GareBear, the Gar Bear, DE Astronautical Engineering

Wausau, Wl Astronautical Engineering

No one ever said it was going to be easy, but

Thank you Mom, Dad, Karen, Quinns,

I couldn’t imagine life without the friends

friends, and fellow Barons. My time at

I’ve made and the amazing times I’ve had. From the Dream Team, to my fellow Barons,

Joe

trips to the slopes and downtown Denver

the Academy has been a long, tough journey. I wouldn’t have made it without all your help and support. All of you have been by my side during the good and bad times. I am looking forward to

will never be forgotten. Thank you Mom,

what the future holds, and I know all of

Dad, Jeff, Grandma, Dave, and Coach for

you will continue to support me in my

your love and support.

future endeavors.

to the best of friends since freshman year, to

HDT, it’s been an awesome experience. The

Jeffrey Ronald Kukuruda

John Stieler Graham

Graham, Stache

KUK

Fredericksburg, TX

Pittsburgh, PA

Social Science

Well thank goodness it went by fast.

USAFA is hell, but I’ve made it through and

Thanks Mom, Dad, and Alice for being

I’m better for it. The challenges are unlike

there for me every day To my buddies,

anything else. Finishing Recognition was the proudest moment of my life. I can’t ever thank my Mom, Dad, Adam, Emily, and the rest of my family and friends for their

thanks for the memories; if it hadn’t been for you guys I don’t know how I would have gotten through this place. Later... Life’s about choices. Philippians

support and encouragement. I love you.

4:13

The dream team kept me going at this place. Thanks fellas. Some great memories. It’s been a wild ride, but it’s time to get off! sages

Xzavior Darnay Hill

James Ignatius Maher Jr.

X, Nay Nay Wichita, KS Civil Engineering

Jimmy Moseley, VA Computer Engineering

Well, that’s the end of the show! We are

Thanks Mom and Dad for making me

stronger now than any of us could have

stay here and finish. Ashley, this place

imagined ourselves to be. To my

would have gotten me a long time ago

boys, stay real. Here’s a toast to Rupert and all those who started this journey

if it wasn’t for you. To all my friends,

with us but for one reason or another

lastly... “Yes, it did.”

ever

thanks for being there for me. And

took a different path. We will always

remember. I wish everyone the best of luck in your lives, wherever you may go. One Love, God bless.

Beau A. James

Peter Murphy McGavin

Beaudacious, I wish ! was you, Stud, Better Than Scott

Sgt Lawson, Murph Daphne, AL Management

Lovington, NM Systems Engineering Management

To my family the Dream Team, Justin, Matt,

and Emily, my boo. Nights in Cabo, Cancun,

We maximized fun every chance we had.

Denver, and even Haps. Procrastinating and

All that kept me going was Jesus, friends, and the adventure club. I couldn’t ask for

late nights, AAFES Nighttime, being snowed

better friends tand can’t wait to see what

Lime, camping, Ring Dance weekend,

we’ll accomplish! Thanks Dad, Mom, Luke, Brooke, Rosie, Terry, and the rest of

skiing and the nights before skiing, Squid Roe, Cabo Wabo, The City, disc golf, and

my family and friends for your support. For God, Family, Brothers. -James 1:12

“Solidarity” and “Bedazzle.” The times we

in at DU, Uncle Patrick’s back porch, The

had made it worth it.

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Robert Marion Roby

Adam John Messer

Mess, Kid Vancouver, WA Operations Research, Philosophy Minor Thank you to all those people who were there for me during this journey... they know who they are. I hope two simple words can begin to express my gratitude

for your actions: Thank you.

Rob, Robez, Bobby Harrisville, WV Economics / German

My loan. My ring. My diploma. My friends. Ac/Con/Apt pro. I tried to do as much as I

could, except in school. The

Dream Team and family were here the

whole way. For the record, I did NOT get

pitchers taken away from Haps. Stories are

all we have, and I’d do it all over

again just to re-live them. Remember, we are all naked in the eyes of the Lord.

Go big or go home. Dub.

Patrick C. Nowlin Pat

Grove, OK

Jessie David Amado Salazar Denver, CO Humanities

Aeronautical Engineering Over the past four long years I appreciate the support from family and friends,

especially my parents. Thank you to the Dalrymples for opening their home and family to me. I also would like to thank the Collins for all the meals they have fixed and time spent leading our church college ministry. Thank you Nicole for being there when I needed you the most.

Dennis Rivenes Olson

James R Staudenmaier

Denny Saugus, CA

Jim, Jimbob, Jimmy, Staudewitz Venice, FL

Social Sciences

Operations Research

I opened a yogurt, underneath the lid it

I live for the nights I will never remember,

said, “Please try again.” They were having

with the friends I will never forget. You

I thought maybe I opened the

guys are the best; I couldn’t have made it through this place without you. If you’re

a contest.

yogurt wrong. Or maybe Yoplait was trying to inspire me. “Come on Dennis, don’t give

reading this, it means I’ve graduated and

up!” An inspirational message from your friends at Yoplait, fruit on the bottom, hope on top. I thank my family and friends for inspiring me. To the dream team... yeah, then they came... -deux ex machina

I left Colorado forever, or at least a long

Kristin Michelle Pearson

Heidi Marie Vermillion

Midge, KP, Kid, SAG Cincinnati, OH Foreign Area Studies

Daisy Renton, WA

time. 1 don’t have much else to say, so to

“the crew,” and all my buddies, may the wind always be at your back, and may your horizons always be blue.

Operations Research

The people and relationships made at the Academy are the best part of it and

Thanks for all of the support. My family

the only reason I’ve made it through. To

The Rice family is the best sponsor

my supportive family, Jon, my sisters, Bug, my France amis, Kid, and so many

family ever, and I wouldn’t have been able to make it through here with

other wonderful friends, I thank you. “Though I know I’ll never lose affection

for people and things that went before I know I’ll often stop and think about them. In my life I’ve loved them all.”

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is awesome, and I love them so much!

smile on my face if it weren’t for lot I can’t even begin to list all my friends who have made a difference in mv lift,

but I’ll never forget. Thanks!

Choi Bo Williams

Troy, Joy, Koi, Cho, Helga Round Rock, TX Biology And to think I’d considered going to

Annapolis....This place has dealt the most unbelievable best and worst cards

of my life, and the things I’ve learned and will forever remain

as a result are

unparalleled. Thanks Father, Mom, Dad, Aaron, the Smiths, and all you lifelong friends for providing all that which cannot be issued. No regrets.

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Joseph Beau Blanc

Andrew Justin DesOrmeaux

Boseph, Beaumyster, Beausie Mt. Vernon, WA Behavioral Science, Spanish

Aeronautical Engineering

Greeneville, TN

The best decision I ever made was to come here on the six-year plan (two years here, Argentina LDS mission two years, here last two years), I never would have made it without the help of Heavenly Father. Family I love you guys and appreciate your support and help over the years. To all the good friends made here, thanks for everything! You guys have helped me out more than you know. Les quiero mucho. jGracias!

Robert Christian Chattin

Branden Michael Felker

Chris

Pookie

Eagle, ID Management

Irvine, CA Aeronautical Engineering

lot of good times, some bad

“Failure will never overtake me if my

times, learned a lot, and by some act of God, I’m about to graduate and not

determination to succeed is strong

Had

enough.” Anonymous -

look back I’m sure that when we’re all

old farts, all the bad times will become fond memories right along side the good times. To my buddies back home, and those who were there when I was down, I

love you more than I can put into words. You truly have a friend for life.

Sarah Kristin Clapp Blue Hill, ME

Behavioral Science I have been so blessed with the people in

my life and with the experiences I’ve had. I need to first and foremost thank God

for strength and guidance throughout my time here. To my family, thank you for your continued love and support, even if my dreams are not always your dreams for me. Mom, Dad, Mark, Lydia,

Anna, Sarah, and the many close friends who have influenced my life, you are my

greatest blessing and I love you.

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Boedy J. Franklin “Bobo"

Poteet, TX

Management Remember that no matter how rough you think you might have it, there is

always someone in the world going through something worse, so smile and be happy. I want to thank my parents, family, friends, the football team & Maggie for their love, support and prayers throughout my time here. It was a blessing to have y’all in my life and without the Lord nothing is possible.

Matthew Norman Fuqua

Nicole Hill

Matt, Horse, Crazy Lips

Delmar, NY

Chicago, IL

Basic Sciences

Aeronautical Engineering

I learned a lot, had a lot of fun and met

of the best people I have ever

Good work never comes easy. I fought

some

my whole life to be right here, right now...so I think I’ll soak in the view.

encountered. Wouldn’t change a thing

Sometimes at the end of a long day

who kept me positive while I was here,

there’s not a whole lot left to say. For

it is pretty easy to lose your perspective

along the way: thanks a

everyone

million. If you made it, I’ll see you out

for the world. Thanks to all of the people

around these parts. For the future,

remember to smile.

there. Tiocfaidh ar Li. “Here’s to you, the good life, and me.”

Lucky Boys

Confusion

Brian Matthew George Jorge Antonio Jesus Martinez Rodriguez III, Jorge Dover, NH Computer Science

Antoine MacFarland Hood II

Spiderman Sugar Land, TX Economics

“Memories are bittersweet. The good times we can’t repeat. Those days are gone and we can never get them back. Now we must move ahead, Despite our fear and dread. We’re all just wishing we

could stop, but life goes on.” -The

Offspring, Can’t Repeat. “Remember, this too shall pass.”

Brian Lee Guetschow

Robert Frank Hutsell

Gooch, Guetch, Bri-Bri Sloan, IA Systems Engineering Management

Systems Engineering Management

Portland, TX

Mom, Dad, Kelsey and Sarah, I couldn’t have made it through these last four years without all your support and encouragement. Thank you to the

Strebe family for providing a home away from home. I couldn’t have made it through here without all my friends. I

will never forget you guys and all the

good times we’ve had.

James Vincent Herold

Jimmy

Andy James Kmetz Sapulpa, OK

Oceanside, NY

Economics

Management

I never thought I would actually get out

of this place, but the time has finally To my family I couldn’t have done it without your support. Mom,

come.

thanks for the care packages. Dad, thanks for the daily e-mails. Much love to all the

friends I have made over the last four years. No more sanctioned bedtimes, No more SAMIs, No more sign out logs, No more lightning warnings... Let the

good times begin!!!

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Brett W. Ro

Kid, Country, Roe Lebanon, Social Science Thanks to Moma, the Old Man, Justin,

Dallas, Tanner, and the rest of my family and friends back at home that supported me believed in me from day one. I couldn’t hi

done it without /all.. .1 love you. Thanks to my AHA buds for always being there for me; there were too many times when I thought I wouldn’t make it. Congrats to Josh and

the rest of CS-27,1 am proud to call you all friends. Philippians 4:13.

George E. Moore ill G, G-man, Jorge Mas Dallas, TX Operations Research

Brandon Alfonse Sandoval

Sandy, El Brandon Geneseo, !L Management

Formal thanks to my family for always being there for me and those military members who guided me along the way. Now that that’s out the way, my squad

It’s been a long five years but I’ll never

was the bomb and we got great memories.

the friends I’ve made, I couldn’t have

forget all the great times I’ve had. Thanks Mom and Dad for always being there and believing in me. And to all

Also, the crew, you know we held it down

made it through this place without all of

spring breaks and partying it up. Y’ali are my boys. And those who thought I

you. You all are awesome and I’ll never

forget you.

couldn’t make it, Can ya see me now? Am I clear to ya? Picture me rollin.

John Garrett Omohundro

Yogi, Omo The Woodlands, TX Humanities To all my friends who helped me make

Nicolas J. Skordas

Gic-Boy Murray, UT Systems Engineering

Human

Factors

it through the past five years, thank you. Hua dudes, it’s a shame we have to split,

What an awesome four years. I’ve made

but it’s why we went to Roswell in the first place. To my tri buddies, you guys

most amazing experiences anyone can have. Thanks to my family for being so supportive

got me through the last two years of this

and fun to hang out with on leave, To all my

place and made me a better person. Train

friends, thanks for all the times that made me

the best friends ever and had some of the

hard fellas. Mom, Dad, Keegan, thanks for

realize there is more to this place than SAMIs

providing me with unwavering support

and Proxy Cards. Danielle, I can’t even

and love. The shed will be missed.

imagine where I’d be without you. 143

Ashley Marie Phelps Republic, KS Biology, Spanish Without my roots; my mom and dad;

family and friends, and inspirations, I wouldn’t have made it. My family for the last four years helped me grow further than I thought possible. It wasn’t fun, but we made it fun. Mainly, we made it.

Tyler William Stef TyTy Aurora, CO Systems Engineering Management It has been a long road, but one I would go

down again without a second thought if it meant I would still meet the amazing

people

I have the last four years. Mom, Dad, Mam-

Ann, Keith, and the rest of my family; thank you all so much for the continual love and

support. There is no way I would have made it without you all. To in 27, my second

family

I will never forget

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any of you.

Thomas Richard Stengl

Minocqua, Wl Military History

Joshua John Walton

Jay, J Dub, John Boy, Dave Brookville, PA

Well, looks like I might actually make it. Didn’t look real likely for a while. Thanks everyone who wouldn’t give up on me when I was ready to give up on myself. 06 Blackjack smacks, I’ll never forget you

guys. ’06 Thunderbirds, I can’t believe how lucky I am to be one of you. Pa, Ma, Annie,

Jimmy, and Peter, you are everything to me. Finally, thank you God for having a sense of humor with me all these years.

History It certainly has been a long seven years to get to this

point. Thanks Mom and

Dad for your help. Brett, we made it together from day one. You and I have seen a lot of friends go, but we stayed strong and lasted. Thanks to my friends for their help. Tina thank you for waiting and for everything else you have done. You made the last

three years the greatest. I will love you

always. RTB.

Nathan John Van Loon

Eric Thomas Wilmot

Nate, Looney, Looner

Rick, Ricky, E-Dubb Midland, Ml

Galesburg, IL Foreign Area Studies, Arabic Thanks so much to everyone who

Systems Engineering Management

believed in me, and especially to those

I am grateful for the experiences and

who didn’t. You helped motivate me. To

the challenges, but most of all I am

my family: thanks for all the love and

grateful for the people. It was the people who have made the last four years of my life what they were. Thanks to everyone who was along for the ride,

encouragement. Thanks to all those who helped teach me that relationships, people, and experiences are far more valuable than anything that you could ever put on a resume.

I will see you out there.

Lord, thank you for

your continued blessings. Psalm 61:1-3.

Coogan A. Vick “Coogs, Nagooc, cOOGAn, Worm, Peanut” Management Puyallup, WA Mom & Dad, you are amazing role models

I’d be lost without you. Lex & Kev, thanks for always listening and supporting me. -

Vic, Barb, Steph, Mike, Marcie, Todd

you mean the world to me. Rachy you’re the -

best friend I could ask for. TSL’s thanks

for everything! Baby, you’re my angel. You

have always believed in me. I love you. I thank God for my family and friends.

Grace Unhae Yi

“Grace-Grace,” Gracie Riverside, CA Behavioral Science, Chinese “I got

nothing I asked for-- but everything I’d hoped for. Almost despite myself, my unspoken prayers were

answered. I am, among all men,

richly blessed.” Thank you, Lord: this journey didn’t meet my

most

expectations-- it exceeded them. To my family, thanks. Your neverending love and prayers have been the fuel to

keep me going.

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I Erik Peter Anderson

Big E, Blue Monster Eden Prairie, MN

Systems Engineering Management

Lindsey Lee Bergeron North Bend, WA Biology I have made friends and bonds of love

here I will never forget, and 1 pray they

What just happened...I think I blacked

will stay with me for the rest of my life.

out.

It’s been a long journey getting through

Mom, Dad, Kristin and Maren: thanks for putting up with me. Thanks to all my fellas for making this place bearable.

USAFA, but Mom and Dad, thank you for your endless support, love, phone

calls, and care packages. Michaele, what would 1 have done without you?

Thank you.

Jonathan Ross Arehart

History

Casey Elaine Clark Suwanee, GA Astronautical Engineering

Thanks to everyone who helped me

Mom, Dad, Lee, and Jack, thank you all

survive these past four years. You’ve

for your patience and encouragement through the good times and the bad times. Your believing in me made all the difference. John, thank you for always being there for me and for showing me the good in each day. I love you.

Villa Park, CA

helped me more than you know.

Jordan, Tom, Andrew, the other Tom, and everyone else, what can I say, it’s been quite a trip and I’ll see you on the

flip side.

Ryan Edward Baker Skippy, Baker 1-9, Crazy NYer White Plains, NY

Systems Engineer: Astro RTBs are RTG. Thanks to my parents

for believing, my siblings for bearing with me, and my cuzs, aunts, uncles, and

grandparents for the constant support. Joe, boys since Kinder; Moe, I’ll always love you even if I can’t get a hold of you;

and Meg, my big sister (in age only). To all

HG, especially ’06, we did it for each other, TCF. To CS28 and my other cadets, we were there

together. Go Army, HUAH.

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Andre Dieu

PING, Dre Nashville, TN Legal Studies Well, Mom and Dad, I finally made it! You told me never to give up and here I am.

USAFA, you’ve been hard on me, but

you have given me friends for life. Matt, Jeff, Zach, and Jeremy, I’m honored

and glad to have met you guys. We are the “Central Five.” Thank you Carey’s for taking us into your family. Vivian, we’re just two turtle doves waiting to be reunited. Vouloir CestPouvoir!

Angela Susan Hodgson g unit Los Alamos, NM

Management Ithank Godandmyfamily for the endless

love that keeps me going. Thanks to the most

amazing friends that I could ever

wish for-you guys deserve the best of

everything and you will always be in my heart. To the Zoomies- I feel like it’s time to get serious about getting serious- you guys kept me here and

made it worthwhile.

John Daniel Gerdes

Michael Gregory Knaeble

Albuquerque, NM Electrical Engineering

Eden Prairie, MN

Someday an answer will find us... quite a long shot, but anyway... I think the past, the past is behind us.... be real

confusing if not... but anyway, I put all my hope in tomorrow, it’s gonna be good I can tell, but anyway... I see a new, a new day is dawning, I’d like to sleep late, oh well.

Mike, Birdman

Operations Research

Although it was tough at times, I had fun here at the Academy. I made many awesome friends who

I will remember

for a lifetime. Air Force hockey rules!

William Meredith Graff

Matthew R. Laney

Willy D. McAlester, OK Management

The Professor, Matt Rupert

Laney, mattrlaney Beaver Falls, PA Systems Engineering Management

I could've made it without all the Willy

D jokes, skiing, spotlights, scary singles’

ward women, Mormon culture, road tzips

girls doubting my testimony, and Andrew falling for a girl, but those things made it a hilarious journey. I thought this place would pull me astray, but instead my brothers supported me all the to Utah,

way. Thanks Andrew, Chris, and Beau for never judging me or giving up.

Mom, Dad, and family, I couldn’t have made it through these 4 years without your love and support. You were always there for me, especially when things were tough.

The Morgans, Thank you for taking care of

throughout my time here. Mr. and Mrs. Carey, Thanks for putting up with us and taking us in as if we were your own. me

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Robert G. Rogers

Lee Nix McKenna

Grosse Pointe, Ml

Friend-LEE, Big Worm

Systems Engineering

Harlingen, TX

Mechanical

Social Science “You can write the plans for your life in pencil as long as you give God the

eraser.” Thanks for all the good times fellas. Mom and Dad

y’all have

Illegal loofah, lumpy bed, dust on plant. Thanks to all my friends and family who helped me the whole way. I love you all.

got to be the best in the business....no

joke. Craig and Becca, thanks for all the support and love from far away. I love you all more than you know.

Wesley Blake Morgan

Thomas Michael Skinner

Tom

Wes, The Wes, Sir The Wes

Virginia Beach, VA Physics Pre-med

Baird, TX Civil Engineering Here’s to the good times the Air Force doesn’t know about, the friends that can be replaced by no one and to all those who helped me through this place. It’s not about the times I were somewhere

spent wishing I

else, it’s about the times

I was somewhere else laughing with the

guys I went through it with. Thanks to everyone who made it worthwhile.

Jordan James Omstead Lamoni, IA

Management "No man is a failure who has friends.”

-Clarence

Mom, Dad, Kelley... Everything you did for me these past four years is far more important to me than this year’s graduation. You guys not only made it possible, you made it enjoyable. I can only hope that I can use the advantage you have helped me build to do the same

for my kids. Thank you and I love you all very much.

James Michael Steel

Jimmy, Yimmy, Jimbo, Jim Glendale, AZ Astronautical Engineering Our time has finally come. Thanks for

everything Mom, Dad, Bobby, Jonathan, Chris, Paul, and Michelle. See you in another year Jonathan, and you in two Chris. Thanks to the Dallager family for

taking me in on so many weekends and helping to keep me sane. Dirty Thirty crew, remember those crary times. Thanks

to all my roommates, and to all my other

buds, now is when the real fun starts.

Benjamin Franklin Osier Jr. Ben, Benji, Os, Oz Woodbridge, VA Political Science / Legal Studies To those on the five-year plan with me,

Eric Michael Stevens San Diego, CA

Social Science The eve of a new beginning to the rest of our lives...

I’m proud to have attended

especially Chris, Clyde, and Ashton, been a long time coming. To the kids of Cobras-A, the rhymes will never die even when our hats are in the sky. To all

the Academy and made the friends

the roommates 1 ever had, Wolfie, Carter, Julio, thanks for helping me survive. Tom, Jordan, Andrew, Lindsey, and all my other

Mike, and the Sam’s to the rest of my

Blackbirds and Magpies, we messed up.

Nutmeg, thank you. G44L We Out. ’06.

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only dream about. Whether it getting through Basic with Sam Robertson or smack year with Trey,

most was

time here with James, you all made a

positive impact on my life. You know I’m there for you in a heartbeat, best of luck to all of us.

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Matthew F. Vanderschuere

Erin Michelle Warddrip

Princeton Junction, NJ

Loomis, CA

Political Science

Biology

Thank you to everyone who has helped

“I know the plans I have for you, declares

and believed in me enough to get me to

the Lord, plans to prosper you and not

graduation. Mom, Dad, and Josh, your support and love have been beyond measure through all the good and

to harm you, plans to

bad times here. Kate, my life would not be the same without you. To all

to all. Mom, Dad, Laurel, you made it

the guys, I say congrats and thanks for all the memories, both the good and

admire you all so much. Chris, thanks

unmentionable ones.

all the days of my life. Praise God!

give you a hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11. We finally made it, ’06! Good luck and God bless

possible. Friends and family, I love and for always being there and I will love you

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Jessica Nicole Bendrick

Jess San Diego, CA

Nicolais Ryan Chighizola Chig, Chigs-nizzle, Chong East Stroudsburg, PA Political Science

Social Science To my Lord, thank you for blessing me. To Mom, Dad, Sara, Lizzy, and Teddy:

Thanks

thank you and I love you, you’re the best

encouragement. It really is all about teamwork, and I couldn’t have made

family I could ever ask for. Dennis, Mike, Dave: too many good times to count, and thanks for looking out for me. Col and Mrs. Herd: thank you for all you’ve done. And last, to my Justin: you’re the smile in my heart. I love you baby boy. To all, just remember.. .DBAP!

God, first. Mom, Dad,

thanks for your undying, relentless

it through without everyone’s support.

Thanks to everyone in 35 who gutted it out with me

through Recognition, and

everyone in 29 who made this place rock out. Thanks, all my RTB friends. Laura,

thanks for always being there for me.

Gian Peter Brehm

Caleb T. Cienski

Gardnerville, NV Computer Engineering

Hey Cadet Dallas, TX

Military History

Thanks to my SIP MAFIA wingmen, the original Viking crew, my fellow

It’s been a long, hard four years, so to

Black Panthers, and all the others who

speak, but we’ve made it through. I

know what it’s about and kept it real. Of

couldn’t have done it without God, my

course, thank you Mom and thank you

family, BSU, the Black Panthers, my fellow Soaring IPs, the XC Soaring Team, and the West Point ’04 exchangers. Thanks

to the Thompsons for the support. The

long, hard part of the journey is over, so to speak...

for all the memories.... Remember,“It is a sin to be good if God has called us to be

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great.” -Thom Rainer

Thomas Ryan Dowd

Curtis Harrell Grantham III

Tom, T-mo, T-Dizzle

Heavy G, Junkyard G, Beautiful,

Dayton, OH Management

Denver, CO

Mr. T

Civil Engineering

So there I was...rappelling out of a Sijan

window, pulling through a split-S with Dave, praying with Jason, skipping

To all, 1 love you, everyone. 1 feel like

anything and everything to hang out

I have aged dog years here. To all those who really know me know I am

with Lizzie, sneaking out after taps

like a caterpillar. Life is like a box of

My friends, family, and

chocolates, why not eat them all. If

roommate, Chigh, have been priceless.

you see me out there don’t be afraid to buy me a cheeseburger. Rest assured

to visit Jake.

Dad and Mom, I love you. Thanks for the prayers, talks (honestly), and for

always being there.

everyone, I will grow up soon. Also one last SPAAATZ!

Andrew J. Embry

Jared Jacob Hieb

Old Man, Moses, Gramps

Daaaaaaaaaa Hieb Da Hieb Da

Carrollton, TX

Hieb Da Hieb

Systems Engineering Management

Tsuchiura, Japan

Whatever the end result in life, it is not what you have accomplished, but the

relationships you build that matters. Thank you Anne, Mom and my friends, those that stayed and those that moved onto

better things, for carrying me

through the tough times and sharing in the good. I love all of you.

Aeronautical Engineering I thank God, my parents and family, my

buds from Wewo, my brothers and sisters here at Camp USAFA, and Joanne. “When you feel your life ain’t worth living, you’ve

got to stand up and take a look around you then a look way up to the sky. And

when your deepest thoughts are broken,

keep on dreaming boy ’cause when you stop dreamin’ it’s time to die.”

Toni Clair Horrell

Chaffee, MO Mechanical Engineering I am only one, But I am one. I can’t do

everything, but I can do something. And that which I can do, by the grace of God, I will do.

Livingston, MT

Bryan A. Kloepper Bry, Army-man, Tommy Pickles Sesser, IL

Aeronautical Engineering

Basic Sciences

Guys, it’s been great fun. Sorry for the gray hairs, Paw, but thanks for all the prayers.

After five years in the zoo, we’re finally

Mom, your support and advice have been invaluable. Satu, Gordon, Hanna, you guys are great, let’s stay close. Darron, Lorraine, Tanner, Nic, thanks for the home, the party

pad, and the time alone with Hunter.

I’ll take him if you want. Jason, you’re a brother to me. Tom, here’s to all the times

you gave me so much; I owe you the world.

we’ve been upside down. Trust God.

Katie, and of course J.C. I fly planes!!!

David Joachim Gertiser

Dave, DJ Gert

getting released into the wild blue something other. To everyone I’ve met and who

helped me through USAFA, P-schoolers, AF basketball, Major Colcord.TSgt E., and CS-29, thank you. Steve, Nick, and Antoine, made it! Steve, you’re my boy! Toine,

Thanks to the family, my girls Julie and

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Andrea Maria Pinchak

Jonathan Francis Koch

Drea

Jon, Big features, Kooch Centreville, VA

Shaker Heights, OH Behavioral Sciences

Electrical Engineering

“I seek strength, not to be greater than my brother, but to fight my greatest

enemy-myself.” Mom and Dad, thank you for everything you have taught me, and to my family, thank you for your

unconditional love and support. Ernie, I love you and am grateful for your patience and understanding. Colarcos, thank you for giving me a home here. XC ladies, keep it real, I’m going to miss you all. AMDG.

Jason Michael Ruiz

Brenden Ashley McLean

Jace

McMoto, McNasty Merlin, OR Operations Research I have met many truly great people during my time here; I wish to thank

everyone who has helped me at any point during my tenure here or any

other time in my life. I have been

truly blessed with all of the loving relationships in my life.

Charleston, SC Social Science Mom and Dad, thanks for the love,

support, and encouragement you’ve given me. Kim, thanks for listening to me and

just being there. Thanks to the Haughn family for taking me in. To the guys, I appreciate you holding me accountable and pushing me deeper in my relationship with Christ. Dave, man you’ve been a brother to me. Let’s get out of here and start

living the dream! Eccl. 12:13

Ryan Harold Oot

Dustin Mark Smith

Oot, Ooter Kirkville, NY

Oklahoma City, OK Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering

This has been a long, tough four years

Looking back I can’t say this has been

but, Mom and Dad, you believed in me.

the best four years of my life, but I know

I’ll be forever grateful for your support

1 would not have made it without the

and calls of encouragement. Thanks to

support of my parents and my friends. 1 thank all of you for that. Also, I’d like

all my great friends for the good times

Chrissy. Thanks for being there for me and helping to make my

WP4L

to thank you

and great memories I will never forget.

time here bearable. I love you, and

always will.

Timothy A. Pendergrass TeddyP St. Marys, GA Aeronautical Engineering

William J. Sullivan IV

I thank God for all the blessings he’s given me in my life. I also thank my mom, dad, and stepdad for everything they’ve done for me over the years. To all those coming after the Class of 2006, have faith and never quit. Aim High, ’cause no matter what you’ll hit something. We have now passed the test

I have been here five years now, and I

of manhood!

up with my complaints for five years and

Billy, Sully Kailua, HI General Engineering wouldn’t have made it to graduation

without support from my friends and

family. Thank you to the Vulcans for opening up their home and helping me out in the hard times. I thank my friends at USAFA, you know who

you are. Lastly, I wanted to thank my parents for

putting

keeping motivated to stay here. ■■■■■■

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Mark P. Thompson

Matthew R. Voke

Marcus

Voke, Vokey Orlando, FL

Memphis, TN Electrical Engineering The road

arduous, the path was long, and the concession stand ran out was

Physics Out of the strain of the Doing, Into the

peace of the Done.

of nacho cheese between the first and

second quarter, but looking back, 1 wouldn’t trade my chips for anything else. As the light at the end of the tunnel approaches fast, am I barreling cranium-first into the light of a new world of freedom, responsibil ity, and purpose, or simply into the light of an oncoming train? Life is funny that way.

mmm

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Warren Linden Anderson

Joseph Robert Down

Warren G, 50, Ruby

zero down

Woodbridge, VA Biology

Houston, TX

A temporary farewell to all my friends

from the Academy. I look forward to

Operations Research Joe, Ken, Ben, Leroy, Derek, you guys are the best. Thanks for all the good times. Pookie,

going out into the world and stumbling Academy. I thank God, my family, girlfriend, and friends for helping me make the

Nessie, Matt, it was good turning points with

across my friends from the

you guys, what an awesome opportunity. To all the PTWOBs, it was great being the most

most of my last five years here at this

you all. Blue skies. To my other friends here, thanks for your dedication, sacrifice,

institution. Much love to you all.

hooked up cadets at the Academy with

teamwork, and encouragement. Oh and comp is better, holla!

Taren Ellen Clement

Travis Ryan Epp

T-money Vacaville, CA Legal Studies

Big Bird Roseburg, OR Systems Engineering Management

“I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God, in him I will

I definitely didn’t think I’d end up staying

trust”-Ps. 91:2. There are a few people

here long enough to write one of these.

besides the Man Upstairs I couldn’t have

Mom, Dad, couldn’t have pulled this

made it through without. Dad and Alex, I

off without you guys, thanks for the

love you and can’t thank you enough for

support. To the guys I spent way too many weekends with these past four years; I don’t

all your love and support. Joe and Shari, thank you for opening your home and

think my liver will recover. I didn’t forget

your hearts to me. And I can’t forget my thanks for the good times. friends

you little bro, keep your chin up, three

—

more years and

you’ll be doing this too.

Mark Camran Dasher

Michael James Fech

Systems Engineering Management

Fekk, Mikey, The Fech 1

To the friends I’ll never forget and

I wouldn’t have made it without the

the nights I’ll never remember...I

support of my family and friends. Mom and Dad, thanks for helping me through and listening to me vent about this place

couldn’t have done it without you guys. To my family and to God-1 owe you everything. Until our paths cross again- HOLLA!

Cody, WY Foreign Area Studies

when it got me down. Matt, I can’t thank you enough for pulling me through tins. You helped me realize a dream, and 1

only hope I can return the favor. Thanks for being there. To my USAFA buds, it’ll be friends to the end. The die is cast.

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MMHH1

Ellen Marie Getzelman

David Alan Jenkins

Ellie

lone, CA

Houston, TX Systems Engineering

Management

Astronautics / French

Thanks be to God, my family 8c friends for getting me here and through. To my I’m finally joining

With whatever you do in life strive to

’04 homeskillets

do your best. If in the end you can say

you. To Britton my Academy bachelors insurance is finally up- “You’re only

that you never held back that you gave every ounce your heart and soul had to -

young, single, 8c mortal once.”

offer-you will have no regrets. Shame is for those who hold back; true strength is

found in those who give it their all.

Shawn Charles Herrmann

Herrm, HerrmTrain, Squints

Plano, TX

Systems Engineering Management First, it’s hard work being so DGL. Mom, Dad, Jennifer, Mimi, Papa and

Christopher Glenn Johnson Chris, Big Bloomington, IL Military Strategic Studies

Anything is possible with a dream and the heart to persevere. Just because you have to do the five-year program doesn’t

all my family and friends thank you

make you any less of a 2nd Lt on Grad

for all your love and support over the years. Thanks to my brothers from other mothers for all the unforgettable times.

day. To all my friends that I have made here, you have made an indelible impact on my life and I will never forget you.

Buca Crew for life. “Still got it.” DBAP.

Thank you Mom, Dad, and Chaser

Peace mode.

dog! Without your support I never could have done all of this.

Daniel James Higgins

Dan, Higgy, Bernardo The Woodlands, TX Astro-Physics What an experience, I wouldn’t have made it through without the support

of my family and friends.

Ashley A. Hubbard Angela, Amanda, Alicia, Ash

Joel Benaiah Lozano Guatemala City, Guatemala

Frankfort, IL

Economics

Foreign Area Studies/Political Science

I could not have made it through USAFA

without Mama, Papa, and Daniela (Class of

for tgs, otfbff, book club, and the

’04). Thank you Uncle Bob and Aunt Patty

finally chose

for your unwavering spiritual guidance and

giants 8c hold the world

in arms grown strong with love 8c there

support. Every roommate I’ve had here has made this experience more real than ever. For

may be many things we forget in the days to come, but this will not be one

you who never stopped being extremely fun people in whatever circumstance (Connor

of them.” -Brian Andreas

and Brice especially), keep it up. Benaiah

rest.... “In those days, we to walk like

(Class of ’09), be yourself and continue the Lozano legacy. You too, Ethan (Class of T1). ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■MM

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Louis Paul Rowe III

Frieden McLean

Trey

Spartanburg, SC

Hebron, KY

Systems Engineering Management

Economics

Many thanks to those who were willing to lend me a hand these four years. To

the Wewo boys still around, it’s been a long road but we finally made it. 122nd.

Liz, thanks for sticking with me this whole time and let’s make a go at a life together. Not really sure what to do or what to expect, but I know that we can

make it through anything. Definitely been four years to remember.

Frank David Russo

Birmingham, AL Biochemistry 1 thank everyone who enabled me to

complete the Academy. I will never forget the friendships I’ve made. To my brothers in Thirty, thanks for keeping it real. To all the IPs in the 94th, thanks for

showing me the joy of flight. Campus Crusade, thanks for helping to keep my eyes on the prize. Big Brothers Big Sisters, thanks for showing me the level

of impact one can have in someone

else’s life.

Michael Kristopher Orcutt Grand Junction, CO

Meteorology “Just because you may never reach

Joshua Scott Stinson

Jizzle, Crisco Bucket, Batman Ft. Walton Beach, FL Systems Engineering

Management

5-10 percent of those you lead, never

give up on them. You should die doing

It’s been tough and awesome. I will never

your best to understand and connect with those you lead.” SD HUAH 2006

forget it from day one through basic to 4 dig year with the HG boys. You are my family and I wouldn’t have done it with out you. Thanks to my parents, grandparents,

last of a dying breed, Jump and Soar,

F-16, Blackhawk, KC-135, C-130 Rides, Germany, Louisiana, Kansas, Maryland, New York, Virginia, Washington D.C.

Thank you AFA for opportunities I could never have gotten elsewhere!

brothers and sisters, and friends who

supported me from the start. Finally, to Rachael, you are my reason for finishing strong, after this, it’s our world together!

Dana Marie Pounds

James Andrew Stober

Baby D, Happy Kak Lexington, KY Systems Engineering Management

Waukesha, Wl

Without the faith and support of friends and family, I would not have made it. Mom, Dad, Rock, Darren, sponsors,

Coach Irving—you guys mean the world to me, thanks for believing in me, your prayers kept me alive. Never forget who you are and where you come from. AF Field & Track—@7K’&AHF!H Jeremiah 29:11.

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Biochemistry “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.

Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not

lacking anything.” -James 1:2-4. To

my family: Thank you for providing me with the faith, support, strength,

courage, wisdom, and inspiration to become the person I am today.

Elijah Alexander Supper Sup, “E,” Bear Santa Barbara, CA Systems Engineering

Andrew Lea Webb

Farmington, NM Civil Engineering

Management Seven years of college, and I finally got a bachelors. I should have been a doctor by now. Thank you to the Robbins for

being understanding and teaching me what it means to have a family. Krystal, I can’t say enough and how great full to have you in my so

life and how much I love you, except for I DO. Thanks to my friends, for always being there, we have had some great times.

Brian Allen Wagner

Jetta M. Weber

“Wags”

Jettabear, Vdub/Jdub, Jojo,

Beaverton, OR / Toledo, OH

Jezebel

Aeronautical Engineering

Aurora, CO

Thanks Mom and Dad, for your love and

English

support, it has made all the difference.

For every note, every late-night conversation, every rebound, every blue vase, for the tears you held back when I walked up those stairs

To Lindsay and Sara and the rest of my family, I just want to say thanks for showing me what it means to be blessed. To all of my brothers and sisters here at

USAFA, thanks for everything, you are the ones who made the last four years

worthwhile. I’ll always be there for you. Blue Skies and God Bless -Wags

four years ago and the tears we’ll share when I run off this stage, thanks Pa. Nan, for my

sanity and all those little things, thank you. Mom, we did it! My soul and humor remain intact because of you, Zoe, meine Schwester,

ToT, from J, my love.

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John J. Campion JC, Camps, Champion Camp Grove, IL

English

Thomas Brian Durkin III

DePere, Wl

Systems Engineering Management

For the Family: Thanks for standing

Mom, Dad, Meaghan, Caitlin, and

by me even while I crawled, you made

Grace, Thanks for all the support

my ups and saved my downs. For the

friends: I only hope I’ve made your

you have given me over the past four years. You guys got me through this

time as much as you’ve made mine. For

place. 2D 104 for life!

the Reapers: We made it together and

made it matter even when it didn’t. For the BUBs: You made it fun, we made it count.

Champions Never Quit.

Dysart R. Cieeton III Russ, D-Russ Nashville, TN

Alfred J. Felipe III Alfie, Alf-Dogg, Jacintho,

Flipper, Gunny

Political Science

Honolulu, HI

Biology

Mom, Dad, Sarah, I wouldn’t be here without you. Thank you for all your love

I couldn’t have gotten through the most

and support. To all my friends along the way, you’ve done more for me than I can

grueling five years of my life without the love and support of my family

say. Thanks.

and friends: Mom/Dad, you mean so

much to me and thanks for guiding me

through the good times and bad. Tony: not only my brother, but my best friend! Benza, Nate, Sean, Gus, Tyler: it’s been real dudes!

Timothy Lawrence Andrew French

Frenchie, Frenchbread, Timmy Austin, TX History Well, that was fun! Thank you Lord for giving me strength. To Mom, Dad,

Lesley, Lauren, and Peter; I could not have made it without my family, who believed in me and gave me support and encouragement. AF

fencing, Coach,

thanks for everything. Thanks to all the

friends I made over the

past four years,

good luck to y’all. Yes it was.

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Tanner Livgren Gibson

Steven Randall King

T-gib, 271

ScariestManAlive

McPherson, KS

Smithville, TX

Military History

Civil Engineering

First off I would like to thank my family,

“Even youths grow tired and weary,

especially Mom, Gibby, and Beans, you

and young men stumble and fall; but

are TCFA. To my fellow

PTWOBs,

guys and our place of refuge, Blue Skies, FS.

those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings

To the Handball guys, we always did it to

like eagles; they will run and not grow

the max, STTPTK. To the Reaper Family,

weary, they will walk and not be faint.” -Isaiah 40:30-31

arise, reap havoc, and destruction. To the faithful 16 at Dicks. 2D104, for life. Evan, miss you bro. Demons A-Flight, who’s the toughest? Here’s to you...

Jared Paul Gilmer

John Fletcher Kovacic

Happy, Jayred

Bubba, Special K, Courvoisier,

Maitland, FL

Management

Urbana, IL

Foreign Area Studies

“I would put something profound

here but I’m not that smart Being here

Congrats ’06. They ve thrown everything

has given me a deep fear of hell and a yearning for heaven. To all my buddies, thanks for being there for me when I

finally made it through.

needed it. The Adventure Club will

ride again.”

at is in the past four years, but we’ve

Mom, Dad, and Bl, your love and support has kept me afloat the last four years. Chamberlins, thank you for giving me a home away from home. Chels, I’m

the luckiest guy in the world to have you. Thank you. I love you.

James Ronald Lievsay

Christopher Jordan Hill Sea Bass

J.R.

Griffin, GA

Huntsville, AR

Biology

Electrical Engineering

After the longest days and the shortest

Thank you Mom, Dad, Laura, Grandma

four years of my life, it’s finally time to graduate :) Thanks Mom and Dad for

for

your support. To my team and my pals,

thank you for making this place an enjoyable experience (looking back at least). Now it’s time to go fly planes!

supporting and helping me accomplish this dream. Corrie, thank you for always being at my side...now and forever. I love you all more than you will ever know. Without you, I never would have been able to accomplish all that I have today and nothing in this

world could ever repay you.

Nicole Jean Jansen

Eric Allen Marsh

Shuga Plymouth, MN English, French

Loganville, GA

Mom, Papa, Joey, your support these past

Chief, Erk Mechanical Engineering Thanks

five years gave me strength not only to

to Mom and Richard and Dad and Kimberly, the Arthurs, and

finish but to finish with style. I owe it all

the hundreds of others who have sent

to you. To my Hua Dudes: I remember

their prayers my way. Never could have

first falcon meeting with Col.

made it without you and I love you

Hitch. We’ve made it this far, and know

all. Amber, thanks for being my best

I’ll always be your RAT buddy. To my

friend and being forever supportive. I

friends: you’ve made it all worthwhile.

love you always. To all the deucers and

Dare to think. Finally, to my Zoomies:

reapers and friends I met along the way, thanks. Psalm 3:5.

our

The ball’s out, you know what to do...

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I Mark Pakula

Joslon Robert Martin

PTWOB #270

Pakman, GTA

Casselton, ND

Waterbury, CT Systems Engineering Management

Mechanical Engineering Thanks to my family and friends for your

much needed and unwavering support,

encouragement, and prayers; especially you Mom and Dad. You are the reason I have succeeded. To ail my Reapers,

it’s been fun. Hua Dudes...you know who you are, it’s finally over. PTWOBs,

we’ve been through a lot.. .thanks for all the unforgettable memories. “Here’s to

you...” and,“Here’s to the breezes....”

It’s been a good five years and I want to s thanks to the friends I’ve made at

Forge and USAFA for being there.

guys and girls have given me enoug memories to last a lifetime. To my VF crew: Don’t

forget Hall Brawls, Square

Pizza, and Col. Ferry. Basic Peeps: let's Roll Out. Mom, Dad, Celia, and Chris: thanks

for the support, and I love you.

Julie Catherine Rachocki “Jewlz”

Queen Creek, AZ Political Science “Waste no time arguing what a good man

should be. Be one.” -Marcus Aurelius Antoninus. To the friends, brothers,

sisters, and family who helped defined what a good man (or woman) should be and for encouraging me in that pursuit

“Come further up. Come further in.”

-Aslan, The Chronicles of Narnia, C.S. Lewis. To a Lord who continues to call me

Daniel Dwight Norwood

Woody Middletown, CT Environmental Engineering Whitey, Tisa-man, Roady, Yates and Wieser.. .don’t ever let the man get you down. TRAVESHAMOCKERY

Matthew J. Orlovsky

BigO San Diego, CA

Military History First I thank my parents for their unconditional love and support these

four years. For my friends in 12 and 31,

you’ve made life bearable and exciting at the zoo.. .from inventing the song to boarding in the mountains, it’s been a blast. For Rich and Tony: “Anything worth doing is worth getting hurt for...”Bedazzle and solidarity for life, I’m pleadin’ the FIF.

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further up and further in.

MEaBHHHB ■

Abby Victoria Whitehurst Tori

Bethel, NC

English & Arabic I made it! Mom and Dad, best parents ever, thanks for

supporting my dream. Molly, take care of yourself, know that wherever you go a piece of my soul is with you. Katie, I have faith in you, when you fly it will be on eagles wings. Taylor, recognize the gift we have and may our

future be as blessed as these past three years. To Susie, leva and the Bratame girls...always keep in touch.

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Oscar J. Casillas

Lindsey Amber Collins

Al, Mex, Munson El Paso, TX

Amber, ‘L.’Amberino

Legal Studies

Humanities

It’s been a rough five years (prep school),

but the long journey was well worth it. I

wouldn’t trade my experiences here for anything. To Meatheads Inc., the partying has just begun! To everyone who supported me (mom and dad), Thank You!!! Rule #1: Never leave a

fellow crasher behind.

Ft.Myers, FL

I thank my family for helping me get through the Academy! My best friend, my brother Lance, thank you! And my best

friend Tonia, thank you as well! “He who thinks this is the slayer, and this the slain, does not understand. It neither slays nor is slain. It is never bom and never dies, nor does it cease to be.

Unborn, eternal,

abiding, and ancient. It is not slain when the body is slain...” -Bhagavad-Gita

Rosa Castillo

Patrick William Duvall

Wonder Lake, IL

Parker, CO Legal Studies

Economics Thanks to incredible friends, family, the Bostonian, and Coors Light. “This is your life... good to the last drop.”

Yiop....

Michael A. Cepak

Adam Chase Fitch

Mike

Gillette, WY Systems Engineering Management

Southlake, TX

Operations Research I thank my mother and father for raising me into the man

I have become today.

I hope some day my sister realizes, like

everybody else already has, that she is an amazing person. To the rest of my family thank you for everything, especially Scott and Kathy for opening their home and hearts.

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Christopher Wayne Kellenbence Brence

Colorado Springs, CO Math Four years have gone by and I still can’t believe I made it. Mom and dad, you were

always there for me when I needed

you. Jimmy and Nick, what can I say. Y’all made this place interesting. There

still are too many of us. Mike, Steve, and Phil. You guys kept me sane. I still

can’t believe I went from not going

snowboarding to driving us up there. I love all of you...Peace.

Taylor Robert Gifford Stone Mountain, GA Systems Engineering Management

Phillip Thomas Krauss Phildo Clarendon Hills, IL Systems Engineering Controls Here’s to the roommate, parents, brothers, friends, and dog. Here’s to the lunch table, snowboarding, golfing, Floyd, little Bo Jackson, Leon Gessi’s, pitchers, hot tubs, the Ram, and Nalgene

nights. Here’s to being the surviving roommate, Scott and Cathy’s, Kirkland water, a pinch of the good stuff, my philosophy teacher, leisure suits, Special Ed, Freddy Mercury.

Felisa M. Hervey Happy Herv, Hard Core, Feli,

William Clay McGillivray

Flee

Social Sciences

Colorado Springs, CO

Pasadena, CA Humanities The learning curve is steep but though the climb is a struggle... the summit is thrilling. Thanks family for your love and prayers. Thank you Peter for your

strength and patience... and for loving me back to you. Thank You

Jesus that

Your dreams are always bigger, and

that Your power is made perfect in

weakness.

Jacque Janzik DJ, Scooter, Jax Phoenix, AZ

Justin Matthew McWilliams

McWilly Hillsdale, WY

Operations Research with German minor I thank God every day for the friends

who not only got me through this place but kept me smiling and laughing the whole way. Kids for life!

Geography First, I thank God for getting me where 1 am today. Mom, Dad, and Scott, thank you for all your support and

encouragement over these years. To the Covey’s and Urish’s, thanks for your

wisdom, friendship, and all the food. To all my friends I’ve made here, thanks for your humor and the good times. Hooah

dudes, it’s been a long road, but we made it!

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Robert A. Newton

Vincent E. Santang

Sir

Rob, Sketch

Manhasset Hills, NY

Shalimar, FL Systems Engineering (Astro) as it was, it really did fly by. I could not have imagined myself anywhere else. The countless opportunities, the amazing people, and the occasional hazy weekend memories all made these past four years completely

As hard

worthwhile. Many thanks to everyone who brought me through it. It was more than I could have ever asked for. “Kids

Biology Thanks to my family, especially Mom and Dad. Thanks to all my friends for all the sick memories...you know who you are. As for the geeks, you know who you are too... keep it shut. Ross, you kept me out

of trouble...you re a true role

model. To the guys who didn’t make

it...you’re having more fun anyway. And Jen, thanks for everything.

for life!”

Amanda J. Rasmussen

Manders, Manda, “Are you that girl that runs all the time?” Racine, Wl Aeronautical Engineering The friends I've made and the opportunities I've had for the last four years are priceless. I will never forget any of them; they have made me wiser and stronger. I send my deepest thanks to those who have made an

impression on my life: my parents, Deb,

sponsors, and my friends and teammates. Lax girls, you've kept me going through

the years and we have all grown together.

James Gregory Runner LP, Buck Billings, MT

Rebecca M. Saxer MReebok26 Highlands Ranch, CO

Management

I love you Mom and Dad. Thank you, Uncle Marty, Mama Daack, and Mr.

Lord, thank you for giving me the

and Mrs. Pena.

strength to make it. Through the good and bad, I have always felt your presence. To my family, thank you for pushing me, for believing in me, and loving me unconditionally. The USAFA Dinghy team and my friends from 33,6,32, and

’04.. .thank you for making the journey fun. To Naunee, nothing’s changed; you will always be the best part of my day.

Kyle J. Rykaczewski R+10, Rick Satellite Beach, FL Aeronautical Engineering Big thanks to everyone who supported me through this place, especially all the great folks in 32 and the CCFT ’06. See you all out there.

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Mark T. Walter The Markman

League City, TX Management

Bridgett A Whiting Bridge, Gidge, Cape 1, Giggles Minnetonka, MN Aero I thank my whole family for all their

support through these long years. I couldn’t have done it with out you,

especially Dad, Mom and Jeni. I really thank my second family, Scott, Shirley, Ed and Annie for making me feel part of your family. Lax ladies, I had an awesome time through all 4 years. BTB. To all my friends here, I couldn’t imagine going through this without you.

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Donald Thomas Aretz II

Tommy Colorado Springs, CO Behavioral Sciences

Michael Turner Coleman Port St. Lucie, FL Aeronautical Engineering

Human Factors

Thank you all so much for helping me

get through I couldn’t have done it

I thank God and my parents for supporting

without my friends and family. I’ll never

through my four years at USAFA. I have made many lifelong friends here and can never be grateful enough. To Nick Raue, we have been through four years together, including Basic, thanks for being such a great friend. I will always keep my Academy experience, especially

forget, weekends at Dick’s, who’s gay?, never sleeping in, Dr. Trey, Roach, Tat

as an

checks in the back of a C130, OH!!!...,

Mikey, all the other crazy times we’ve had, Why.?. Here’s to you...

RTB, with me.

Matthew Joseph Boyle

Boyle, Jose Lancaster, CA

Megan Cooper Coopdiggity, Coop-a-loop Jefferson, TX

Comp Sci To my parents, brother, and friends:

Engineering Mechanics

thanks for getting me through and

Four years ago seems like a long time ago.

supporting me, and remember, “Don’t

I always knew I’d get this far, but it still

ever, EVER break rule number 3.”

feels great to be here. Thanks to Mom and Dad and others who helped me get

here. To all the ’06ers in 33 you made this adventure that much better. Matt,

Matt, Nick, Chappie, Colin, Chris, Larry, Chanelle. Ted, four years and still going

strong. Stacy the best roomie ever. Tommy all I can say is thanks. RATTITUDE!

Patrick James Chapman Chappie, Shrek, Loch Ness Colorado Springs, CO Systems Engineering Management First and foremost I thank God for getting

Stacy M. Cortes-Lawrence Yuma, AZ Legal Studies Thank you everyone who helped me

through the last five years: Mom, Dad,

through here and teaching me so

Jaime, Sam Dickerson, Rob Green, The Salazar’s, The Hoffmann’s, Ali Freiman,

much in the process. I have been blessed

Michelle Pena, Annie Lee, Ty Lyon,

by and owe a great deal to my family (especially T-Dub and Ben); my 33 bros Nick, Colin, Matt, and Josh; the folks from freshman year; and the PTWOBs of

Prod, Quad, Jinxxed, and everyone else. God Bless! Is. 41:10. Blue Skies...

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and my roomie Megan Cooper. From

helping me pass Chemistry to making me feel at home or listening to me when no one else

would, you all made my stay in Colorado awesome.

Brandon Marcel Galindo

Christopher Allen Culver Fruitland, ID Civil Engineering

Cherry, BG, Cherry Beliafonte Long Beach, CA Humanities Thank you Lord.. .1 got myself into a lot of situations and You brought me out. 1 didn’t deserve it, but thank YOU. DUB 4: Gary (Dirty Jerz), Rich (Dick Davis),

Nelson (Nelly/Breadtruck). Thanks X, The Youngs, Nasty Nate, Squirrelly, Billy (Juni), Charles, Brandi, Mom, Dad (Cherry), my grandparents, Ratz, Matt, Trier, Chris, Preppies, OT, Grantham. Against all odds,

though life is hard, we carry on.

Isaac Curtis Earnhart

Lawrence Cabrera Garlit

Phoenix, AZ

Larry, Larrylare, Kuya, Pogi Pittsburg, CA Mechanical Engineering

Political Science

Thank you to my family and friends;

Mom, Dad (we miss you), gil, wil, and mga kaibigan (you know who you are). Maramingsalamat sa inyo lahat for your support and love during these past years, and thank you for believing in me. To the new friends I’ve

made, much love to you

all. To the flips, keep pushin and don’t

forget who’s kuya. God bless, ingats, and enjoy yourselves while it lasts! Paice! ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Daniel Thomas Gilbertson

Gib, The Sweetness Austin, MN

Systems Engineering Management The past four years have given me more memories and friends than I could

write, and I treasure every one. I thank my parents and family for the love and

support they have given to me. Forever remember the good times. EA

Jonathon Michael Ferricher

Rachel C. Johnson

“The Fiesta”

RayRay

Little Rock, AR

Alexandria, VA Mathematics and Japanese

Systems Engineering Management It’s been a good four years, but it’s about time... First, thank you God. Mom and

Dad, thanks for all you’ve done for me and always being there. I also want to tell my brothers I love them because they’re my bros. To Mr. and Mrs. Sig, thanks for

always giving me a place to sleep and for all the great dinners. And finally to the fellas, you guys are awesome...

“Our greatest glory is not in never

falling but in rising every time we fall.” -Confucius. For all the hardships the Academy threw me, it was through family, friends, and teachers that helped me back to my feet and running. Mom, Dad, JJ and Zoe, you taught me to love, to forgive, and to believe in myself. My Diego, your smile keeps me strong. Wo Ai Ni!

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Matthew J. Ott

Stephen Joseph Koether Sweeny, TX Mechanical Engineering None of this would have been possible

without the strength of Jesus Christ. I give Him all the glory for getting me to this point. I also thank my parents for the love and support they have given me throughout my life. Lauren: I love you with all of my heart and can’t wait to start our life

together. Finally, I couldn’t

have done it with out my friends:

Otter, Matticus Danville, CA Aero Engineer Thanks to my family and friends for the love and support. To my fellow

Ratz, sponsor family, and IP’s, thanks for all the laughs; you guys rocked my socks off (sts). I couldn’t have done it without you. May your Thursdays

always be happy! Blue skies... Matthew 6:34. See ya!

Paul, Timm, Ty, and Jason thanks for

everything.

Kory Matthew Pearson Beavercreek, OH Engineering Mechanics

Colin Daniel Kubera

Oscopy, Kubes Rochester, NY Meteorology

To my closest family members and friends,

all of my friends back home for the

I thank you for the encouragement over the past four years and persistent love

wonderful support and encouragement you’ve given me! It was a wild ride, but

you gave me even in my worse times. To the Wilts, I can’t thank you enough for

Thanks Mom, Dad, Kate, Brian, and

absolutely worth it, and I could not

the great hospitality, assisting me in the

have done it without my brothers Matt,

purchasing of firearms, and the constant harassment that kept me level.

Josh, Patrick, and Nick who were right there with me through it all. God Bless. 2 Timothy 1:6-7

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Anthony Rachane Perez Tony Pittsburg, KS Systems Engineering Management

Joshua Adam Lewis

Avondale, AZ Aeronautical Engineering Thanks to my wonderful family for all

their support. Most of all thanks to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. God has

If you come to a fork in the road, take

blessed me way beyond what I deserve

it.

and it is through his grace I am where I am. My great friends made this place

all worth it. Trav, it’s all you man! 1 Tim 4: 7-8

Ted Meeker

Ryan David Poole

Ted

P00I6

Newington, CT Physics

Pasadena, CA Political Science, Russian

I never thought this time would come,

God (Judeo-Christian), family and friends.

but after three+ grueling years, it’s finally

In the end, that’s what it comes down to.

here! Mom, Dad, and Andrew, thank you

It was the intervention/wisdom/advice

for your constant love and support, and for

from those people that allowed me to push

teaching me to challenge myself more. To my friends and family, thanks for helping me

through four years of painfully good times.

stay true to who I am and what I believe. I’m thankful to the good Lord for enabling me to endure this far, and giving me the strength and direction to continue. 1 Cor. 9:24-27.

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Mom, Dad, shannon, sean: the prayers saved me. Adventure Club: you kept me sane with

mandatory accountability/fun.

PTWOB’s: good times, arch, check. Radio is a sound salvation.

Chanelle Marie Willis

W. Raue

Willow

Ick, Rave »an Diego, CA Mathematical Sciences Thank you old Dirty 30ers and current Ratz for

always being there and making my Academy experience enjoyable. Jessa, thanks for being my girl. Mom, Dad, Pat, the Brelands, Uncle Tom and Bruce, Aunt Pam and Gretchen,

thank you for your unconditional love and

support. Granddad, 1 know you’re watching, and 1 hope I've made you proud. “Nurture your mind with great thoughts; to believe in the heroic makes heroes.”

Canby, OR American History Four years and one lifetime ago I left m) little home. Thank you Mom and Dac

for always supporting me. Thank yoi my big, mean brothers for getting mt ready to handle this place. Thank you al my tras who helped me through ever) day. I love you guys! A toast to late night:

of M*A*S*H. Impressio facit gemma : -

pressure makes diamonds

Derek Trader Strang

Hill, Hilly, Hillbilly, Blondie Mariposa, C.A

D-rock, Derelict Easton, MD

Engineering Mechanics

Aeronautical Engineering

Matthew 6:34. Sometimes the only way

Mom and Dad, thank you for supporting

through is a day at a time! Mom

love and support. You’ve been through

through the longest, toughest, and most rewarding years of my life. Nana, Greg, and Brice, thank you for being there for me.

it all with me. Special thanks to the girls

To my friends in MD, thank you for your

to get

and Dad, thank you for your neverending

of 5A62, BSU, Chico, and all those who

support and friendship. Gunnar, you’re the

let me be a hick

best. You have done more for me than you

RTB’s for life! Finally,

thanks a million to my friends at home

can

who helped me stay sane when on leave.

for the good times, sticking it out in the bad

! couldn’t have done it without you!

times, and I wish you all the best.

imagine. Thank you to the USAFA crew

Kyle Randall Rutherford Twisted, Spooner Sara Diego, CA Management “To give anything less then your best is to sacrifice the

gift” -Steve Prefontaine.

Dad, you are an inspiration and a hero of mine. Mom, you are amazing and I

appreciate everything you have done for me. Jenn, i am proud of your choices. Steve, you are awesome. AF lacrosse is the sweetness. The dudes are

always going to

be the best... beat the goo! Breck, Vegas,

Dancies, SoCal, Utah were awesome.

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Sean David Gonzalez Camacho

“The Sean Deezy”

Widefield, CO Political Science This has been a long four years and I could never have made it without the

support of my family and friends. I will never forget all of the best wishes and long heart to heart talks. Thanks to all my USAFA buds, especially the

Hawgs. The memories will stay with me forever.

James E. Baker

Jimmy, Jimmy B, One Punch Machine Gun

Inverness, FL

Management When the temperatures and pressures were at their extreme, I had all of you to

fall back on. Thank you to my friends; 1 don’t think I could’ve made stronger

bonds anywhere else but here. Thank you, Dad, for your never ceasing support and direction. You guided me all the way

here and I wouldn’t have been able to do it without you.

E. Aaron Brady

Brittany Denae Dahistrom

Brady Upland, CA General History

Whit, Hef, Bridgett, Britt-Mo

These past four years seem to have flown

It’s been real... First, thank you Lord for

by. I’ve made some friendships that

my salvation and for bringing me to the

will last a lifetime here. Thanks to my

family for all the support they gave me. I enjoyed it, but I’m glad to be leaving. Time for real life, grab your Cadet Sight Picture and get up for it.

Sunnyside, WA Political Science

Academy and guiding my life. Thank you Mom, Dad, Beth, Charlie, and the rest of my family for your support and love. To my boys, I love you guys, you are the brothers I never had. And last, Jezebel, when I am old, the stories that

I tell will be the ones about us, thanks

for everything.

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Stephen Michael Jimenez Fro

Trinidad, CO Mathematical Sciences and

Physics It’s bittersweet because not all my boys are with me, but we each have a different

road to take. To all my friends, thanks for the memories, good and bad. To my

family, thanks for the love. To Bull, I don’t have to say anything cause you know. I’m out. Lates.

Alexander Diasdado Johns

Brownman, Alex Harbor City, CA

Management Thanks to my boys: the 3-4 Mafia and everyone who’s made an impact on me. It’s been tough, but you guys have

made it all worthwhile. I’ll never forget

the good times, bad times, but most of all the laughs. Thanks to God, my Family

and Maricel. This part is over and I can work on retiring on an island in the South Pacific, Surfing every day, with my beautiful wife Maricel.

r Melanie Arielie Jones

“OV”

Atlanta GA

Hudsonville, Ml

English

Aeronautical Engineering

From the sticker on my secondhand

refrigerator: “I’ve been through just about damn near everything.” Mom, Dad, Sour, and Chrissie Poo: four years would have been unbearable without you. To those special friendships I made

along the way, thank you. You’ve made it as close to a “college” experience as we could

get

Brandon Jae Nauta

Mel, Melon

I first and foremost thank God who

through his grace and love has given me this wonderful life. Mom, Dad, and Brett, thank you for all of your encouragement and love. To my best friend, Amanda,

who would have thought that we would have made it through these four years

stronger in our relationship? I love you and thank you. TCF!

Clay W. Noyes No, Yes, Maybe

Corinne, UT Operations Research It’s hard to believe the end is here and overwhelming to look back and remember all the good things that

have happened since it began. I owe so much to the great friends I made here as a member of the class of ’03

BONG and '06 SPAATZ, and even more to the

support of family at home. Thanks Mom and Dad, I love you.

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Christopher Trent Roks

Jennifer J. Young Fredericksburg, VA

Tator Salad Irvine, CA

Systems Engineering Management

Behavioral Science To my family, thank you for reminding

With ODS as my guiding light and the

who I really am. You are the most important people in the world to me.

Cadet Sight Picture as my bible, I feel

To my friends, I have loved you more

that I am finally prepared to enter the

than you may ever know, and I have

Air Force as a Warrior of Character.

everything to thank you for. To the Class of 2006 never forget what made us who

we are. We were

these halls.

Paul C. Tisa

Gibsonia, PA Astronauticai Engineering A sincere and grateful thanks to everyone

who helped me endure and learn from my years at USAFA. Without you, I wouldn’t be who I am today, which, for

the sake of this blurb, let’s assume is a

good thing.

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didn’t know it then, but we

the luckiest RTBs ever to grace

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James M. Buchanan II

Colin McLendon Eames

Buck, Jimbo Hookstown, PA

Engineering Mechanics

Mechanical Engineering

Fairfax, Station, VA I’ll probably forget all the late nights and

For Mom, who always let me dream;

other hard times, but I’ll never forget the

for Dad who gave me wings to soar;

good times with great friends that made

for my sisters who always believed in

it all worthwhile.

me...I love you more than you could ever know.

To my friends: I will never

forget the absolute best thing about the Academy you. Good Luck & GOD —

Bless!

Sean Corrigan

Collierville, TN

Management Thanks to all my friends and family for the support. This never would have

worked without you. Corrigan, out.

Suzanne Marie Crespo Valentin

Chad Leo Foreman

Susie, Midget, Little One Toa Baja, Puerto Rico

Bozeman, MT Systems Mechanical Engineering

English, Minors: Spanish, Philosophy

Mom, Dad, Mike, and Rachel thank you

Quiero dark gracias a Dios y a mi familia,

for your love and support. I couldn’t have

especialmente Mami, Papi y Christine por

made it through without my family. Col. and Mrs. Daack, thank you for taking

en este

viaje de cuatro anos y

acompanarme hacerme creer enmis suehos. Siempre han estado

James and I in as your sons. Your love,

comprometer mi manera de ser ni mis valores.

support, and cooking gave us motivation to get through every week. The past four years have been the hardest and most

Los amo a bs tresy jamas dejari de apreciarlos

rewarding times of my life. Praise the

por todo lo que hacen por mi. Gracias.

Lord. We made it. Phil. 4:13.

a mi lado y sus

palabras de cariho y apoyo me

han podido llevar por las situaciones dificiks sin

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Robert Joseph Kurpiel

Thomas Donald Freeman II Mr. Freeman, Black Beauty

Old Man

Wheaton, IL Systems Engineering Management

Reinholds, PA Operations Research

Because I wouldn’t swallow the bull they fed

From basic and recognition, through all

people made me suffer to teach me a lesson. Some people are just evil and I’m no longer naive enough to think everyone has goodness in their hearts. I didn’t think I’d make it, but I stayed to serve, and to spite

the scandals and change, we survived.

me, some

Thanks to Mom and Dad for the support and care packages. Thanks to Chris for pushing me harder. To everyone along

the way, Guts, Barons, Weasels, Falconers

those who wanted me gone. What made this

and dORks, it’s been interesting to say

place worthwhile are my classmates who supported me through everything, I couldn’t

the least. Thanks for the good times and

have done it without you.

of the big black fence.

I look forward to more on the other side

George Goldthwaite Whitewright, TX Management “Bill, my friend.” “Yes, Ted my friend.” “That was a most excellent adventure.”

Lawrence Robert Hufford II

William Joseph Mendel

Huff, The Rolliest-Polliest of Hamilton, OH

“Billy” Lexington, KY Operations Research

Well it’s finally here. We are getting outta

Thank you to everyone who helped

here and onto our own. It has been a

long, hard road, but I made it. I thank all those who helped me get through it. And remember, acpro isn’t really that bad, you get to catch up on a lot of sleep

I could not have done it without you.

them All

get through these past four years,

Thank God I am finally done!

and watch a bunch of movies that you

wouldn’t have watched had you been out. HUFF out!! FORK MORE PORK.

Jennifer M. Jones

Luis Eduardo Pena

JJ, Jenber, Sister Bear

Lucky Louie, Peanut

Cary, NC Biochemistry

Laredo, TX Systems Mechanical

Engineering Rugby girlz, you guys are the most amazing folk I’ve ever met in my life and you pulled me through way more hard times than I want to count. Wild

Weasels, I’m thankful I got to be part of your lives. Mom, Dad, David, Grace,

Bonnie, Ixo, Lilly, and Sammy, I couldn’t ask for a better family, and I love you so i n

uch. Vince, thanks for standing by

no matter what. Love you

all, Jenber.

From P-School to LT, we did it, Praise

God. Thanks to Mom, Dad, and family who have always loved and supported

along my journey. I love you all. I couldn’t have done it without my friends help, thank you all. Tabs, I love

ya and thanks for putting up with your

butthead. The Duve’s for opening your home to a stranger.

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Chad Dennis Polumbo Winter Haven, FL Political Science

Brandon Paul Strong

Albuquerque, NM Systems Engineering Management

I am grateful to God, my family and my me to this point. I friends for

getting

learned a lot these last four years, thanks to

my parents and my good friends,

Mark Walter and Tim French. To the rest of the

people that helped me along

the way, thank you.

Sarah R. Ripma

Alvin, TX Biology Without Mum and Dad, I never would have made it through. Thanks for your

Jason J. Ward

J, Wardo Melbourne, FL Social Sciences Woot Woooot

encouragement and prayers. Mike, you’ve been my best friend through everything: I love you, sweetie. Tabby, there isn’t enough room for all our memories! Court, lunch was

always amusing; glad we had those

times. Katie, Nicole, Lana, and Bee: it was so

fun, lots of drama, but fun. Everyone

else: you know who you are, and I can’t wait to see you again!

Jesse Rogers

Nicholas Alan Wilson

Jay

Nick

Atlanta, GA

Jacksonville, FL

Political Science

Mechanical Engineering

The heart’s light will always outshine the

world’s darkness. G44L

Anthony Michael Sabellico Greensburg, PA Systems Engineering Management

Tabatha R. Zellhart

Thank you Mom, Dad, Nick, and Ricky

I thank all those close to me who

for your support and understanding through this challenge. I am thankful

have helped me make it through this

to have shared this time with some of

the best friends anyone could ever know and I look forward to years of continued

friendship with you all. It’s been a great four years, and I wouldn’t have traded

this experience for anything.

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Tabby New Brighton, PA

Biology

place. Lindsey, Amanda, Sarah, and Susie thanks so much. Louie, I owe you most of all. Thank you. I love you. I also

thank my family for putting up with me all these years. Without their help this wouldn’t have been possible.

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Brady Michael Ciilo

Thea Samantha Aiti

Simpsonville, SC Political Science “I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘Don’t quit.’ Suffer now and live

the rest of your life as a champion.” -Muhammad Ali. That quote sums up these last five years (much love to

all the preppies out there). But despite all the hard times I wouldn’t trade this

experience for anything. Thanks to my friends (Ashley, Annie, and Becca) who stood by me and to my family for their

Chill-o

Montoursville, PA Systems Engineering Management

Although the Academy certainly had its share of challenging times, I am forever thankful for the blessings I’ve received here. From the constant support of my

family and friends, the opportunity to pass on my love of flight to others, and finding the love of my life, I know God was with me every

step of the way.

love and support.

Sean Lee Baker Parker, CO

Physics Thanks to God I’m done. Thanks to my family for always keeping the door open. But most importantly, thanks to everyone who listened to me whine, and then helped me get through it. The

biggest thing I learned was that no matter how bad something is, it can always get worse. So learn to roll with the punches and laugh at everything.

Matthew Stephen Brady

Elizabeth Helene DeLauer

Shady Hot Springs, AR

Liz, Pants, Lizard Sonoma, CA

Social Sciences

Behavioral Science

Thank you God for giving me the

This place makes you grow up faster

opportunity to be here. At times it looked grim, but I made it, not by myself, but from the help of many.

regret a single day of adventure. Cheers

To Mom and Dad for your love and care, my friends and family for your

support, my “brothers” for being there no matter

what, those who made my

four years here extra special, and to my #1 celebrator...no one was ready.

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than most places will, but I will never

girls, a toast to my workout pal, and an endless thank you to my family to my

for supporting me. Frieden (Snoozer), my best friend, you made my life here complete and our future together will

only continue to blossom. “Happy boys and happy girls we’ll be.”

Trevor A. Gustafson

Gus, The Swede, Gus the Bus, TAG

Aurora, CO

Systems Engineering Management Kristen, thanks for always being there for me, I could not have made it through

without you. I love you. To my parents, your constant support and help made

these last four years that much less

painful. To all my friends and Pink Panthers, we shared a ton of good times I will remember forever.

Kenneth Robert Fenton Jr.

Vishaal Hariprasad

Oceanport, NJ Meteorology

Happy, Haps Bronx, NY Mathematical Sciences

It’s been a challenging four years, but the first step in making the most of

I’m out. Bye.

my life. To Mom, Dad, and Stacey; thank you for always being there for me

and supporting me. Without you,

I wouldn’t have made it this far. To all

my friends; thanks for all the great times and memories. Stay positive, and live for

the present.

John Nathan Herd

Rebecca Ann Gallegos Becca Social Sciences

Nate, Johnny, Johnny Scavo Colorado Springs, CO Management

Thank you to everyone who helped me

Good times, Great friends, I really

Las Vegas, NM

through those tough times and giving me faith in myself. I now see and am realizing the benefits of graduating from USAFA. Hindsite is always 20/20. The friends and relationships here will be apart of our lives forever, and will always

appreciate everyone who has helped get through this place, especially the preppies and the Pink Panthers; and

of course thanks to Mom and Dad, for

always helping me out, especially during the hard times. I know I couldn’t have made it through without everyone’s

be remembered.

help.

mmmmm

Marcos David Gonzales Hotty Bo-Body, the Mexican

Stallion, Marcos Gymzales Alamosa, CO General Engineering

Joseph F. Hurley Joe, JoJo, Sink, Wus Visalia, CA Political Science

Mom, Dad, Jim, and Jake, thank you for

Marcos DONEzales!! I will never be able to thank all my friends, family, and

your love and support throughout these years. Thank you to all the friends I’ve

Captain OTF enough for their role in getting me through all the hard times, the good times, and the best of times. I praise God for blessing me with this opportunity and gracing me with the neverending support and care I’ve

met here.

Keep partyin’, and good luck

wherever you go. Peace. I’m out.

received.

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H5ougla^!clwarcffres!ey Doug, “Hound Dog”

Magdalana Joy Kelly Maggie, Soup, Puffin, Wee One

Boston, MA Astronautical Engineer!

Plano, TX Political Science

Thank you Mom and Dad for ]

Thanks to all you guys (Black and Pink Panthers and everyone else) for sticking

endless love and support,

by me for all these years. I couldn’t

to the triathlon team for all the

have made it without you. Thanks to

shared. Thank you to my for all the laughs and the good times.

the Wetterers, Eisenhuths, Kieverts,

You made it worth it. Thank you for an

Meuschkes and chaplains’ staff. And remember, just because someone is a tad

amazing journey.

doesn’t make them any less of a person! Best of luck to everyone, on the short side

and keep in touch.

Alexander Esguerra Quinia Vallejo, CA

Robert Kyle Lambert

Bobby, Rob

Electrical Engineering

Boulder, CO Humanities

Thanks, Mom and Dad. Without

extraordinary parents like them, I would not have been able to achieve this much

in life. I owe everything I have and will

have to their caring love and support. I have succeeded because they were

behind me every step of the way. I love you, Mom and Dad.

Hillary Anne Robbins Spring, TX Meteorology

Bennett James Merriman RTB

Colorado Springs, CO Mechanical Engineering

Thanks to all my friends here for the

The simplest things are often the truest.

great four years. I really couldn’t have made it without you. Mom and Dad,

Blue Skies...

thanks for always being there for me and believing in me. Honestly, I’ve had a

good time here, but it’s time to move

on and

get out into the real world. See

y’.20all around!

Joshua Frederick Paschka Rosemount, MN

Daniel C. Sabatelli ill

Aeronautical Engineering

Farmington, CT Electrical Engineering

Sabs

Thank you to everyone who has helped me here: my

family, the Cronins, Laggers,

It’s true, you really can do anything... To Mom, Dad, Erik, Brendan, Christian,

D&Bers, Panthers, OCF, Fellas, Spirit Hillers. The best thing USAFA has is

and Allyson, you were there for me and

its people. Thanks to the instructors

it made all the difference, thank you. To

who have taken time to help me with

Aunt Kate and Uncle Jim, thank you for

everything. I’m proud to have made it though this place, but anyone can survive

all the advice and for being my family away from home. To the friends I’ve

four years: God made me alive here (John

made, we’ve had some good times but

10:10), even in the worst times. To Him

the adventure is only

be praise and glory forever!

■

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starting.

David A. Schill Colorado Springs, CO

Sean Daniel Walsh Oak Forest, IL

Mechanical Engineering

Management

Allow yourself to yield to one of life’s

One love to my preppies and pink panthers. One love to all my friends and

challenges and you find you cannot challenge you seek and triumph over becomes the overcome the next. Each

family who helped me out. One love to the sponsors. Peace, I’m out.

character that defines your name. Tp my

family: you have challenged, guided, and loved me through life. Thank you.

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“Ubi concordia ibi victoria

”

(Where there is unity; f/zere is victory.) -

Roman Proverb

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Photo by C3C Raphael Watson

Thomas Bihansky Nathan Brown Steven Christopher

Esamu Cooper

Troy Egbert Sloan Green Eric Guzman

Bartholomew Ingallina Jacobe Kendrick

Evelina Kinova

Kyle Krogh Jessica Lackey

Christopher Lien Timothy McBride lan McKay

Richard Mickelsen Mark Noble

Christopher Odell Anthony Patino Christine Powers

Christopher Rider Nathan Rieber Justin Skinner

Phillip Stewart Michael Tetreault Michael Van Norman Lauren White

Wesley Wilkening

332 Squadron

2007

2008

John Aguilar

Stefanie Bailey Philip Buckles Michael Cavanaugh Emmanuel Delacruz

Jennifer Drew Francesco Folino

Austin Fouts

Kyland Freeman Christopher Halbleib Patrick Hill Gordon Hodgkins Ross Hopkin

Jacob Kahn Anders Karlsen

Michael Krogh Nikita Martin

Joseph Mayberry Megan Mueller Christopher Oerter Christopher Schumacher Bradlee Seehawer Kasie Simmons Robert Smith

Michael Snelgrove William Theisner Nicholas Thome Mark Walden Joshua Winters Michael Yakima

2009

Spencer Armstrong Edward Bae Jordan Barber

Joseph Brock Andrew Buchanan Michael Casano Jon Crerner Daniel Fadgen Josiah Gaffney

Lucas Gagliardi Madison Gilbert

Joshua Gminski Joshua Gradaille Kali Green

Gregory Hoover Thomas Kellermann Michael Kracht Peter Leestma Krista Lepire

Nathan Liptak Boston McClain

Ryan Mudry

Timothy Nesbitt Zachary Pendleton Danielle Pozun Joshua Roose David Sleasman Larissa Swartz Jonathan Swift

Christopher Totorica Trent Walker

Steven Wang

Mitchell Woods Desbah Yazzie

Squadron 333

Maj. Gilberto Martinez Jr.

David Andrews Frank Boyce

Philip Brown Nathan Buckhout Patrick Burke

Christopher Campbell Letricia Castillo

David Cooper Veronica Dawson Daniel Fenwick Michael Gill Erik Greendyke

Michael Gruber Matt Jasinski

Nicholas Kamon

Debra Koenigsberger Brian Kotowski Joshua Levine

Charles Linz

Stephen Miller Scott Nakatani

Rey Ortega Alicea Jonathan Ostwalt

Casey Probst Martin Riggan

Gary Risher Thomas Skora Peter Theisen

Michael Toth Caroline White

Ryan Will an Monica Wu

334 Squadron

TSgt David W. Hensely

TSgt Paul Pohnert

2008

Jason Adams

Qais Al Jobour Mario Barron

Jason Belvill

Matthew Buchholtz Shaun Carney Diana Dalrymple

Bradley Davis Whitney Farland George Fowler Matthew Gensic Andrew Harris

Brian Heemstra Michael Kauffman

Joel Ktiewer

Bryce Luken Madeline Macauley

Ryan Mcllroy Duane Miller

Gabriel Narduzzi

Jay Page Mryamn Ruth Erika Shortridge Kyle Smaagard Juliana Smith

Zachary Steiner David Trier

Corey Vinnedge Andrew Walter

Raphael Watson Neal Wendt

Joshua Amall

Ryan Barnes Jason Bartik Charles Brandt Luke Cure Daniel Ecklebe Alexander Gallman

Timothy Green Cristina Guerreiro

Mary Guzowski Kais Heimburger Andrew Henke Matthew Herzberg

Lindsey Kinsinger Kenneth Landgraf Maverick Lewis Julie Luce Matthew Maier

Alexander Marana Kevin McDonald Andrew Musser

Olufemi Oke

Zachary Ottow Michael Paul Michael Phillipich

Emily Purcell Andrew Rose Sean Rolbart

Brent Smith Arietta Walker Trisden Wright

Squadron 335

Azhar Abbas Eric Antonietti

Robert Bethancourt Christian Blume

Jeremy Chang Melissa Collins Daniel Comeliussen

Joseph Duome Jose Garcia Reyes

Stephen Greenwade Kate Hrynyk John Jaszkowiak Malissa Konner

Bryan Lawson Chad Miller

Andrew Peloquin Gilberto Perez

Daniel Picard Lauren Quinn

Steven Riley Aaron Schuett

Vipul Sharma Spencer Sligh Aaron Timmermann Jordan Wilhelm

336 Squadron

2007

2008

Melissa Anderson

Bryan Becker Jeremy Bridgeman Nicholas Camovale

Silas Chadwick

Clayton Cruickshank Fortune Egbulefu Kendra Giboney William Glojek Matthew Gray Aaron Gross

John Hardy

Anthony Kim Brandon Laroche Paul Lasorda Nicholas Martin Richard Mentillo Kevin Murphy

Kevin Nastasi Kees Negaard

Anthony Paladino Matthew Pate Jason Snedeker

Amber Stillwell

Christopher Szabolcs Abraham Umanah Claire Vazquez Ryan Weaver Brandon White

Abigail Wise

Austin Bartlett

Brandon Biba Justin Brozetti

Christopher Carrillo Lauren Chaffee Michael Chidester Andrew Cooper

Ryan Cwynar Eleanor Dormire Nathan Eldredge Clinton Epp

Gregory Flynn Daniel Harris John Han ey Karianne Hogrefe

Jarrod Huffman Daniel Klepper Carlos Lopez

Ashley Maddox Joshua Martz Sam McKenzie

Joseph Migliuri Matthew Neal Justin Pedone Sean Perry Shannon Reichert

Randy Rogers Timothy Roy Waseem Saed

Addison Schenk Alan Snyder

Christina Webb Justin Weiler

Squadron 337

Maj. Douglas Kline

Jonathon Backes Ronald Barnhart

Juliette Delgiudice

Kimberly Duarte Justin Fetherolf David Gribbin Allen Jennings Olivia Korte

Matthew Leblanc Frank Lochocki Jun Mendoza

Eric Miller Jordan Ornelas Daniel Ouper

Adam Parks

Ryan Powell

Craig Rasley Elliot Riling Aaron Schmidt

Benjamin Schulze Don Smith

Michael Tuchscherer lan Whiteman

Alison Wood

AmirZghidi

338 Squadron

MSgt Donald Storer

TSgt Bryant Evans

2007

Aubrey Aldridge Austin Bergstrom Antonio Brown

Alyson Busch Andrea Bush Joshua Cope

Giancarlo Cusano Robert Dufrane

Roger Gates Jeremy Gayer Nicole Graziano Robert Hanks Ian Hauck

Casey Leung Jaime Martinez Marrer

Eric Mees Isaac Melton

Sean Miller Michael Moffett

Amy Moore Brett Polage

Joseph Robinson Christopher Steel Gregory Stignani Jaclyn Taylor Sompop Thongfuang Zachary Tindall Brent Watson

Sterling Williams Mark Wojtowicz

Zack Word

2009

Gordon Boom

Kyle Bruton Kate Collins

Parker Cowles Michael Daly John Delosreyes Alexander Durstein

Christopher Engelken Robert Gaiser

Brian Gilliam Nathan Hawkins

Timothy Hicks Seth Hultin Brian Jarrell Erin Johnson Dustin Lovell Joshua Martinez

Brooklynn Mauss Alan McBride

Tyler McMillian Christopher Nettles Brandon Reeves

Katelyn Riley Nicholas Schntiegel Stewart Sciulli

Timothy Spielman Ana Tuell-Silveira

Harvey White Matthew Wichmann Kara Wilson

Squadron 339

'KWi,

John Bochert Peter Bozynski

Michael Cerise Brian Chin

Matthew Crippes Michelle Dieringer Charles Follett James Gilchrist Eric Gonzales

Joshua Gramm Gabriel Gricol Jacob Hempen

Sky Jensen Kalina Kantcheva

Emily Kukuruda

Christopher Leonhardt Barry Loggins Collin Lohr Trevor Millette

Daniel Paden Steven Papp

Eric Perez

Stephanie Rice James Robbins Matthew Sievers

Eric Smith

Kristopher Trumble Spencer Turner Michael Wetlesen Kent Whitney

Nina Yacovone

340 Squadron

2008

Daniel Anaya Elizabeth Belleau Thomas Bender Kenneth Cotter Kevin Crumrine

Joseph Dipaolo Montanna Ewers

Michael Fleharty Trisha Guillebeau

Tobias Henderson Daniel Hilligrass Matthew Kohles David Mauer

Casey McKenzie Erick Miles

Timothy Nehring Todd Newell

Cory O’Brien Darcy O’Connor Keith O’Fallon Dakota Olsen

Christopher Pace William Pringle Ryan Stuhr Danielle Warwick

Whitney Wieder Benjamin Woodason Samuel Wright John Wuellner

Ryan Zaccagnini

Ashley Alexander Bryan Anderson Marty Burlsworth Jason Dali

Benjamin Deriggi David Fang Robert Glenn Robert Gobrecht

Tyron Gray Jordan Howen

Anthony Hylko Jessie Ingraham Michael Koepke Robert Lystrup Benjamin McCorkle Kelly McGowan Joshua Metzger

Rudy Monteagut Stephen Nichols Nicholas Petersen Robin Rogers Mark Schriner

Gregory Stafford Chad Stoll

Wesley Tubman John Wilhelm

Catherine Wonner

Squadron 341

Maj. Gina Hilger

Travis Ahrens

Robert Antypas Steven Bogert Dennis Chan

Keith Cronican Jason Ford

Kendal Forrester Lionel Garcia Thomas Griesemer

Crystal Grijalva Thomas Hanson Stuart Jessup Zachery Lord

Matthew McCraw Elliott Milliken

John Palicka Joanne Pretz

Anthony Quirarte Amanda Reed Samuel Reed

Celina Richardson

Zachary Roberts Skyler Smith Christopher Sutton Thomas Talafuse Colton Tuttle Brandon Willert Meredith Zoch

342 Squadron

MSgt Marino C. Duran

TSgt William Fleetwood

2007

Justin Berry Maria Brooks Elizabeth-Ann Bupane Jonathan Burks Andrew Cipolla Brandon Cooper

Allen DeNeve Julianne Douglas Austin Dowling Joshua Downer Christin Hart Randall Hooper Steven Jones Sean Ketterick

Jon Kinsey

Matthew Kubik

Grey Leonard Thomas Mirro

William Parrish Danielle Paya Michael Peeples Travis Picou John Quinn Richard Riley

Christopher Romano Alexander Seifert Adam Tardif

Rachael Wenger Chad Whitson

Benjamin Yourous

2009

Aaron Anderson

Matthew Beaudreault Patrick Beville David Butler Eric Davis

Rachael Emory Cash Godbold

Stephen Hackeling Michael Hawkins Andrew Hendel Daniel Jackson Yvonne Johnston

Casey Lynn Jacob Malberg

Miles McMullan Cherie-Lee Meyer

Christine Nguyen lan Noel

Sebastian Ortiz

David Puchalla Samantha Saenger

Zachary Schumann Austin Smith

Tyler Stecker Kevin Uniacke Kenneth Wilkins Kevin Williams

Megan Young

Squadron 343

Shari-Jean Adams

Christopher Allen Steven Appleby

Nicholas Berry

Ryan Bolles Matthew Burton

Ryan Carolan Adam Cross Lea Doyle

Adam Gray Patrick Griffin

Zachary Hughes Christopher Ishida Christopher Johnson leva Kuzminaite Ki Kwak Colin Lafavor Jessica Leuschen

Bridger Lord Richard Martinson Michael May Christopher Mayor Kenneth Molleson Steven Parker Lauren Robillard

Raymond Roe Joseph Smith Beau Suder

Ian Tuznik

Brandon Wilson

344 Squadron

2007

Jacob Arndt Joel Baldwin John Blankenship Charles Brantigan Brice Collier

Chay Derbigny Anthony Dorward Shelley Dunlop John Dunn

Joseph Fortenberry Lane Garman Preston Goodrich

Sean Henry Sean Jacobson

Ryan Kemnitz Kelly Lammert Grant Lewis Cameron Linder

Jamie Moody Jamaal Neal Heather Pinsky Brian Rahl Paul Reyes

Anthony Rocco Ross Stanley Shaun Sucillon Meade Tabata Zachariah Thuli Bradford Wade Brandon Wagoner Kasey Wilson

Marie Barrett

David Butzin Jose Chaparro

Brandon Davis

Bradley Dewees Victor Ditommaso Jessica Feldman William Few Jessica Guy James Hickerson Violandrino Isip Russell John Lauren Kerdavid

Keith Madsen Matthew Martenson Sean Millner

Emily Montgomery Preston Moon Ben Nail

Sean O’Bannon Justin Raabe

Ryan Ramirez William Reed

Shelley Rodgers Clare Shannon Robert Smith Caleb Stetson

Michael Wagner Kirk Wrenn

Squadron 345

Maj. Ronald Tewksbury

Ruth Afiesimama

Robert Auflick Jonathan Bateman Karl Bolt

Jacob Burtschi Michael Carter Thomas Crump

Tanya Dubiel

Cody Fabricius Hans Foster-Jorgense James Gresham Daniel Griffin Hunter Grunden

Monica Herrera Anders Johnson

Kamille Kemp Russell Kingsbery

Stephen Klenke Anna Lowery Nathan Lowry Dereck Monnier Matthew Parker

Skylar Rollins Elisabeth Rowland

Philip Smith Steven Stein

Matthew Twedell Andrew Vazquez

Ryan Wilson Raymond Zenkert

346 Squadron

MSgt Andrew Lucas

TSgt Randall Kwiatkowski

2007

2008

Matthew Abies

Justin Atwood Aaron Baney

Remington Barnes Ivan Bohlender

Richard Callahan Scarlet Cobum Derek Criscione

Andrew Davis Daniel Feldman Rebecca Gerton

Amy Get Robert Giannini Calvin Glass Samuel Grey Ellen Jaeschke

Andrew Johnson Jonathan Luhrmann

Ashly Marshman Nicholas Narbutovskih

Benjamin Pass Jacob Rohrbach Julie Roloson

Ryan Ruel Ruben Ruiz Perez Paul Russo

Scott Siler

Kyle Smith Patrick Travers Lance Tucker

Jennifer Beasock

Thomas Campbell Fred Debruzzi Robert Doyle Carli Frasier

Michael Greene Nathan Hocking Kevin Johnston

Kyle Jones Hyongdong Kim Jacinda Knoll Michael Laney Joshua Matthews

Jonathan McDaniel John Moore

Jaime Neeley Roberta Nitzberg Daniel O'Sullivan Jasamine Pettie

Timothy Phillips Gregory Rettler Alexander Roman

Clayton Strickland Eric Sullivan

Ryan Swiderek Mercy Te’O Jason Thomas

Albert Vasso

Jeffrey Winter

Squadron 347

Maj. Scott Schroff

Timothy Balthazar Mitchell Belger James Blinn

Joseph Czabaranek Charity Day Vincent Diaz Rachel Egley Lucas Fox

Nicholas Gronlund Joshua Huberty Jason Jones

Patrick King Michelle Kolcun John Larson Marcus Losinski

Sarah Lowry Blake Luttrell

Jeffrey Moon Kelly Morgan William Parks Michael Plummer Andrew Pratt

Joshua Rausch-Davis

Joseph Ruotolo Brittany Sass Christopher Smith Douglas Templeton Kevin Winblad

348 Squadron

MSgt Herman Staschke

TSgt Jeremiah Dinan

2007

2008

Andrew Amigleo Timothy Anderson

Carson Bird Clinton Borchardt James Carfagno

Robert Carter

Doug Cho Brian D’Arcy Dominic Foglia

Jared Freeman Deborah Gaddis Scott Giles

Erik Gonsalves Valencia Gore

Cody Guy Jonathan Hamilton Daniel Holder

Joseph Joyce Sarah Keidel Hila Levy

Kathryn Lewis Jacob Lynes

Jeffrey Massman Brian Nichols Clinton Ricks Brian Schaf Anna Schnitger

Alexander Sieg James Smith

Christopher Vineski Phillip Zencey

2009

Patrick Allen Hunter Altman

Andrea Berger Adam Bergoo

Chad Brenner Daniel Cannard Robert Courtade

Nicholas Dixon

Joseph Dougherty Blake Duffy Brian Dunn Kenneth Eaton Shane Frey Dale Gsellman Samuel Holbrook Anwar Johnson

Luke Kaspari William Kelley Shannon Kranich Justin Lee Josiah Loeser

Michael Maziarz

Matthew' McCormack Scott Mitchell

Patrick Morris Shaun O’Bryant

Robyn Pack Jason Pallo

Alexander Pappalardo

Angelica Plazas Andrew Roberts

Joshua Schirner

Cody Singletary David Sleasman

Jennifer Stewart Edw'ard Tison

Christopher Vicari Drew Vorhies Saras Yi

Wolfgang Zahner

Zachary Ziegler

Squadron 349

2007 James Baker

William Bell Michelle Bonneau Michael Borradaile Eric Brown Adam Burwinkle Tara Dunn

Dorothy Ellis Michael English

Michael Fitzsimmons

Joseph Fraier Zachary Franklin Stefan Hafner

Bryan Jones Brian Kester

Katy Luttrell Steven Mackinder Aaron Moore

Sergio Nazzaro Paul Parmenter

Joseph Peterson Theodor Rosander Jamie Shea

Wesley Simmons Alfred Smith

Nathaniel Sorensen Nicholas Uzelac Joshua Williams Kevin Winslow Mark Wise

350 Squadron

Bohorquez Ascazubi Alexander Bedard David Bentley

Christopher Boyer Danielle Dowds Deborah Durey Shawn Hackett John Hatfield

Benjamin Hedges Maximilian Hinton Eric Jesse

Gray Kaempf Raissa Kliatchko Brett Kuhrt

Sherry Liebnitzky Matthew McDiarmid Keith Nordquist

Ashley Perez Joshua Scoggin John Shinaberry Tyler Sickles Jeremy Silko Marshel Slater

Nathan Smith

Graydon Sponaugle Michael Tolzien

Tyler Tritz James Uhl

Nathanael Walker

2009

Omar A1 Rasbi

Joseph Baldwin Newton Bang

Michelle Bosch Kevin Brady

Joseph Brewer Trenton Burney Bradley Chronister John Cockburn

Elijah Culpepper Edmund Evans Stefan Fagan-Kelly Carl Gotwald Sarah Gregis

Ryan Harrison Joshua Heffernen Adam Hopkins Jason Lo Aaron Mackie

William McCormick Thomas Meyer Robert Mobley Brian Mueller

Matthew Norris

William Parker Juan Perez Caitlin Prantl

Daniel Prescott

Philip Rose Emily Schaffer Ryan Sleeter Taylor Tally Katherine Taylor John Tucker

Philip Warthen

Squadron 351

Maj. Leslie Babich

Rachel Adams Michael Blackburn Michael Bush

Christina Chung

Joseph Davi John Doyle Patricia Elmstrand

Ayana Floyd-James Ryan Freaney Zachary Garrett Kadawathgama Gunaratne Albert Hainsfurther

Travis Indharasophang Jordan Kahn Robert Madson

Megan Mapes Brandon Martinez

Mauricio Monte John Peskar Curtis Raaberg

Christopher Ross Katherine Schifani Grant Thomas

Jonathan Vaage Brian Walsh

Benjamin Worker Adam Zanotti

352 Squadron

MSgt Douglas D. Rogers

TSgt Darryl Hamilton

2008

Phillip Amrine Christian Apsey Mark Babb

Joshua Bowman

Shayne Carroll Clark Condict Collins Cuyler

Whitney Evanson David Franck Nathan Glandon Vincent Horn Matthew Illerbrun

Daniel Kauffman Connor Kelly Luke Levinson Melanie Lum Peter Mattes

John McKee Brian Page Alexandra Psihas Joshua Smith

John Smyrski

Ashley Snyder Jerry Voyles Jeffrey Weger Philipe White Brandon Wolf Matthew Yarrington

George Arbuckle Matthew Barry Kristoffer Beloncio-Flatt

Daniel Bevers

Cody Breau Theresa Buck

Claire Carlos Andrew Catoire Jared Consolo

Brian Crum

Garrett Dilley Robert Edmonds Mitchell Fossum

Benjamin Gardner Kimberly Flale Addison Harding Matthew Holland Derrick Hoxie

Gyscar Inocencia-Hollo Erol Kelter Andrew Kirk

Michael Lewis

Esther Ludvicek Sean Malanowski

Genelle Martinez Sid Maru Patrick McGrew

Bryan Mussler Jacob Paulson

Daylan Phillips Nicole Ramstein Daniel Rottinghaus Shawn Rousseau William Smith Andrew Teague Erin Wallace

Daniel Warner

Phillip Wilson Kai Yantashiro

Squadron 353

Maj. Denny Towns

Joseph Balskus Derek Bell

Timothy Birt Jeff Borriello Scott Crellin

Joseph Demonte Ilea Eskildsen

Zachary Fulton Benton Hall

Ezekiel Ignaco Lucas Karl

Justin Lau Nicholas Luina John Maloney

David Mangold Sarah Mashbum

Stanley Montoya Austin Nick Adam Peay Daniel Rowland

Jessica Schroeder Thomas Smith

Clayton Stanley Jared Swindle David Van Alstine Evan Wright

Mary Zinnel

354 Squadron

TSgt Christopher J. Hilton

2007

2008

Elizabeth Arrington Steven Bennett

Philip Borroni Justin Dawson Daniel Derusha

Nicholas Fritts

Kemery Gies Jacob Hall Austin Hendrickson Alexander Henning

Hoon-Seok Jang Steven Janner

William Johnson

Kurds Kendrick

Philip Kim Niki Kissinger Matthew Lopez

Stephen McNamara Richard McNeil

Eryn Meeks Christopher Miller Louis Murphy Brian Navin Charles Peot

Joseph Speakman Katherine Suhrhoff

Daniel Swart

Michael Trott Daniel Welch

Charles Wells Ann Wessell

Ryan White •1

2009 Bryan Avery Robert Barlow

Joseph Becker Andrew Borders

Bradley Breedlove Rebecca Childers

Philip Cho Luke Coquerille Aaron Dachroeden

Stephen Elliott Joshua Frider

George Gibson Anthony Gotz

Lara Harris

Andrew Hauffe Dustin Helsel Keri Holcomb

Colin Hughes Brett Kasischke

Michael Knapp Brit Long

Benaiah Lozano Michelle Mangold Joshua Mason

McKay McLaren Lincoln Miller Dustin Nedolast

Michael Persiani Brian Peterson Mercedita Sadorra

Anthony Santosus Joshua Scheibler

Kyle Sellner Donald Sims Matthew Sobey Jeremy Thompson Josiah Vandermey

Alexander Weiner Chelsea Welsh

Squadron 355

Maj. Debra S. Lee

TSgt Jason L. Haag

TSgt Mark E. Winter

2007 Matthew Adams

Grace Anderson Aaron Barrow

Jacob Becker

Daniel Bellissimo Connie Chung

Alisa Fellhauer Matthew Huber

Christopher Huckins Casey Johnson Adrian Peppers

Jeremy Putz Ryan Regan Alan Rodriguez Robert Santos

Christin Schulte

Benjamin Smith Jonathan Steel

Ryan Stromstad

Zachary Sumner Matthew Takanen

Michael Tanner Lucas Van Tassel Lance Watson

Reed Wildman Travis Wittick

Christopher Yeager

356 Squadron

2008

Collette Bannister

Miles-Tyson Blocker Stephen Bump Jerard Campbell Joshua Clayton Thomas Crockett William Davis Adam Dunk

Boyd Fritzsche Michael Fuchs Jamal Harrison James Hayes

Matthew Homung

Kasey King Lorenz Madarang

Michael Mayor Nicholas Mercurio

Christopher Monson Erin Moubry Kevin Pastoor Calen Pope

Joshua Reagan Marcus Remington

Elizabeth Simpson Matthew Stillman

Christina True Blake Turnquist Robert Whipple Mitchell Wills Andre Yancey

Brady Augustin Daniel Balch

Benjamin Barton Timothy Bell

David Blessinger Jason Booth

Adam Bunker Matthew Campbell

Tyler Clark Adam Comer

Stephen Crozier Stefanie Culp Dustin Danielson Eric Diss Andrew Gilzean

Casey Hawkins Bradley Henicke Drew Hundley

I.cah Hutchison

Alexander Kaszynski Aaron Kirchoff

Jennifer Knieff Jason Koller

Michael Kravitz Justin Lovuolo Justin Mason Andrea May Brett McAuliff

Steven Miller Derek Neufeld

Charles Oh Jesse Prater Nicole Robillard Charles Scholfteld Brett Selzer

Joseph Spitz Steven Tomaszewski

Thanya Velasquez Trevor White

Christy Wise Joel Wofford

Squadron 357

Maj. Bryan Schrass

Diane Banks Jonathan Bergkamp

Michael Bosley Khary Branch-Romero Nicholas Burton Robert Butler

Christopher Carp Jukari Davis

Christopher Decker Erin Finger Jeffrey Furnary Kevin Goulding Joseph Halpern Robert Humphries John Karlen Matthew Manship Jenna Maxfield

David McGee

Jocelyn Mitnaul Sean Mortenson Donald Petrash

Kathy Rakel Aaron Russell

Kyle Schafer Michael Sherman Robert Smith

Russell Smyth Charles Staten Samuel Thurmond John Vandenbroeke Gabriel Yoder

358 Squadron

MSgt Ray D. Alexander Jr.

TSgt David Hall

2007

2008

Tiffany Biddle Kenneth Bowman Evan Dadosky

Matthew Dinsdale

April Harker Raymond Hoffman Seth Hutcheson

Troy Jeffers

Christopher Johnson Gregory Kimak Benjamin Koval Huson Low Lawrence Melnicoff

Wooddy Miller Alexander Nell

Anthony Norman Jonathan O’Rourke

Jennifer Oeffner Joshua Oredson Kirk Palan

Liddell Parchman Brandes Ramsey

Katherine Roling

Bradley Seifert Ryan Sullivan

Christopher Travelstead Christopher Vork Rachel Washburn Daniel Wright

Sarah Alford Jonathan Aronoff

Douglas Bates Jordan Bobbs Eric Burton John Cocomazzi Nicholas Davis Lauren Doughty Scott Farrar

Aphichart Gingsumrong Garrett Glover Drew Griffin

William Heitshusen

Christopher Iff! William Indelicato Laura Johnson

Erich Kramer

Jeffrey Maciejewski Natasha Marakowski

Amy Mclnteer Eric Miller James Miltenberg Daniel Montilla

Thomas Nicholson Matthew Pineda Danielle Rogowski Anthony Schelstrate John Schroeder Devon Stanko

Cody Sweatt Jared Tuinstra David Watson

Christopher Wilk Jennie Wood

Squadron 359

Maj. Timothy A. Zacharias

Ryan Bamford Melissa Barbee

Samuel Botwinski Andrew Brazell Justin Cadwell Carl Corvin

Steven Crosbie Brandon Dues

Luke Gaalswyk Daniel Hartung Marc Marmino

Mica McCratic

Daniel Moseby Steven Petty

Dierra Poland Mark Ruther

Gregory Schroeder Mario Seville

Emily Short Nathaniel Smith Jonathan Stralka

Kyle Van Vleet Matthew Young

360 Squadron

MSgt Allen M. Chapman

TSgt Micheael L. Grant

2008

Justin Aberth Michael Archer

Kyle Babbitt Kaylee Bazzell Ross Biechler

Gregory Boyadjian Trista Burton Victoria Castro Joshua Clifford Shawn Cuevas

Tyler De Santis David Deal Eric Dueno

Christopher Englert Matthew Goering Adam Greer

Mary Harvey Seth Homer

Jacob Kriegbaum

Benjamin Kuhar Nicholas Lee Robert Mitchell Nicole Pearl

Cory Pilinko Timothy Prestidge Carl Protsch

Jethro Sadorra Michael Schwartz

Reilly Smith Adam Terns

Meghan West Stephen Zeglen

Andrew Braly

Andrew Brienzo Kenneth Bull

Christopher Conley Thomas Cousino Jacob Daly

Melissa Evans Sean Fedornak James Flick Paul Fry

Benjamin Golata Dale Hargis Joshua Henderson-Caste

Ryan Holets Andrew Hong

Mark Jaszczak James Johnson Katharine KalamarotT Justin Lechner

Michael Mangano

Ashley Miller Edwin Miltenberger Lincoln Moloney

Skylar Morgan Jesse Moulton Dustin Nordman

Ozmund Ortiz

Elisa Park Edward Pipalski

Jeffrey Randolph Scott Robinson Corbin Sanford Robert Smith

Trevor Steen

Kyle Sultemeier Daniel Tucker Cameron Unterberger Matthew Williams

Laync Wilson Jessica Zenger

Squadron 361

Maj. Tony Schenk

William Adams Frederick Backhus

Abby Barger Albert Bond Brian Campbell Scott Church Scott Dahm Brian Devine Matthew Feucht

Erin Fitzpatrick Louis Gabriel

Eric Garcia Joshua Heacock Brandon Kelly

Blair Leake Jared Lloyd-Jones Wade Maulsby

Cynthia McDermott Bradley Meissen Clinton Muery Tse Ou Hansel Rabell

Christina Ramirez Lanie Scott

Ryan Snyder George Speliotes Matthew Tierney

Graydon Vandament Edward Zarembo

362 Squadron

TSgt Brian M. Boisvert

MSgt Bret A. Bridgewater

2007

Yoshio Adachi

Kyle Anderson Devon Bledsoe Daniel Bradfield

Geoffrey Britzke Rhett Chase Heather Clemens James Corless

Angelica Cornejo Dominick Dowds

Joshua Ellis Noah Garguile Sean Gorden

Erin Hiveley

Jacob Jensen

Christopher Jordan

Taylor Leonard Donald Lewis

Jacob Miller Jordan Ostwald Leah Pound

Justin Raines Austin Randle

Christopher Reynolds Zachery Roycroft Peter Shenk Jon Tangen

Ariel Torgerson Zachary Van Valkenburg Marc Ward

Matthew Weinberg Lauren Wilson

Philip Bachmeyer Mary Barrett Nathaniel Beene

George Boese Justin Borgerding James Caldwell Dean Chuva

Jeremy Didier Brian Dosa Evan Farren Brett Finneran

Erika Fischer

John Fugate

Stephen Hendershot Parker Hicks John Jenkins Tre\ or Johnson

Chasmine Jones

Hung Jui Nicholas Kennedy Randi Keyes Michael Labrie Joshua Mann

Christopher Marti Joseph Miller Justin Miller

Crystal Murray Kevin O’Neill

Benjamin Oster Ramiro Rios

David Salazar Sandra Salvatierra Jonathan Sepp

Holly Simeon Brian Smith Matthew Sparta

Alexander Stevenson Chad Vanderhorst Jonathan Watford Jacob Williamson

Squadron 363

Heather Barrington

Gregory Brown-De La Garza Amanda Curtis John Davis

Russell Day

Kelly Edwards Jessa Flatebo Terrance Fregly

John Fuson

Tj Gabrielson Evan Kelly Benjamin Lorber Dustin Mayne April McDonald Matthew McPherson

Ryan Moss Brian Pascuzzi Patrick Picard Jonathan Polston Richard Ricciardi

Benjamin Roth Denver Saunders

Angela Sheffield Theodore Shiilig

Chrystina Short Shaun Steipp

Ryan Stillwell Matthew Zenishek

364 Squadron

2007

James Bell

Robert Brown James Camp

Meaghan Corliss Malcolm Cummings Eric Duechle

Elizabeth Eames Kevin Epstein Adam Ferek

Gregory Ferry Mark Govea Nicholas Griese

John Hartwell

Ashley Jensen Andrew Johnson Jason Lunger Dustin Merritt Jason Minnich

Rachael Mooney Nicolas Neely

Phillip Polmonari Mitchell Richard Rebecca Ross David Russell James Ryan

Doel Salcedo

Jeffrey Schmidt Ryan Shaughnessy Michael Trottier

Ajvish Varatharaj Lindsay Zack

2009

Zachry Basnight Meghan Beatty John Campbell Kurt Cloutier

Nicholas Cruz David Day

Christopher Deans Joseph Dilts Edward Foulon Michelle Fryling Michael Giannone Rueben Glaves

Nicholas Grieco

Joseph Hoecherl Patrick Jordan Matthew King

Anthony Lambert John Langley Dennis Marzo Kevin Mauer Griffin Nevitt

James Nicholas Amanda O’Neil Brandon Odum

Ryan Pinner Andrew Richter Daniel Romero Todd Sieling

Amileah Stribling Thomas Stuemky Kaz Teope Jordan Tribble Daniel Velo Leah Weis

Abel Wilson Michael Withrow

Squadron 365

Kaitlin Barlow

Casey Bayne Andrew Bergman Daniel Boethin

Stephen Boyd Jesse Caldwell

Richard Cheng William Devoney Lucas Ewing

Charlotte Freedman John Frye Peter Gac Daniel Flelland Daniel Kimmich Matthew Mazur

Emily McKee Jordan Mugg

Robert Percy Blake Pickell

Keith Sanders

Rodrigo Santos Michael Scott Caleb Standridge Victor Thompson Joost Verduyn

Shane Williams Jesse Ziegler

366 Squadron

2007

2008

Jacob Allen Nicholas Cattaneo Hsi Chou Jena Desmet

Gregory Ford Bruce Fritz

Daniel Gartland David Greer Nicholas Flaiar David Flernandez Daniel Johns

Talaya Jones David Jung Lisa Kempker Amanda Lopez Kenneth Maloy James Massot

Ty McKeever Carla Merino

Louis-Philippe Noel Drew Peterson Jonathon Reynolds Daniel Schaffer

Adam Schenk Natasha Sergi Theodore Shiveley

Christopher Sifuentes Richard Stead

Clayton Ten Eyck Joseph Visalli Jonathan Waterlander Rachel Young

2009

David Abraham Andrew Amack

Kelly Arnts Daniel Benfield

Rudolph Bowen Shawn Carrier

Mary Conley Robert Doyon

Jeffrey Faulkner Flarmon Gage Kory Gladysz Kirk Habrun

Christopher Jones Simon Kassemi

Troy Kmchen Kali Kranz

Andrew Lee Nathan McCartney Brent Olson Brandon Palmer

Ashleign Peck Joshua Sinkler Jessica Stewart

Justin Storm Toshiro Toyama Brian Vickers

Tyler Weeks Zachary Zalneraitis

Squadron 367

LT Kristopher Dickson, USN

Kenneth Ackerson Andrew Alderman Robert Allen

Roberts Andrejevs Matthew Bar

Jared Baxley Lindsay Bengard Todd Branchflower Jonathan Camilletti Sean Conley

Margaret Frash Joseph Gagner William Goss

Joseph Helton Nathan King Jason Kirk

Robert Lantz Adam McAuley Kassandra Merritt

Reagan Mullin Barrett Perdue

Matthew Pinson

Clayton Rieber Nicholas Rochelle

George Rosser Anthony Santino Christina Smith Jason Stockdale Aaron Veydt Joseph Zieja

368 Squadron

MSgt Scott W. Anderson

MSgt Angela J. Evans

2008

Brian Campbell

Spiro Catsulis Matthew Crowley Raeanna Elms

Colin Hendershot Lars-Kristian Hinrichsen Caroline Hostomsky Johnathan James

Eryn Johnston Anthony Lee Aaron Lessin

Ian McFarland

Joshua Meents Clifford Moore

Christopher Oppenlander John Pavlus Jeana Quintana John Richmond Michael Riddick

Kelly Robinson Ryan Rutter Mark Saffold Brandon Satre Robert Shuler

Katherine Slogic

Gregory Smith Joseph Szeniawski Benjamin Trembath Patrick Walsh John Wilder

Jeremy Wyatt

Nasser A1 Shihi Trenton Atwood Karan Bansal

Stephanie Boyer Robert Carpenter Felicia Chavez

Matthew Chism Thomas Coker Dennis Cross Michael Fantauzzi Jared Galinis

Kathleen Grieshop

Christopher Gurrola Michael Hanagan Matthew Horan

Scott Howley Michael Kemp Garrett Kurtz Brett Lesser

Christopher Lewis Elizabeth Lofton Fai Wah Hugo Ma Andrew Muench

Tyler Olmstead Bernard Patenaude Jake Petto

Carolyn Price Zachary Rieger Nathaniel Roseveare Sara Schwartz Benn Slikker Jared Taylor Adam Teach

Caroline Tetrick Patrick Warfel Jason Watson Scott Welshinger Luke Yeager

Squadron 369

Lydia Bigelow Peter Billings Samantha Cody Eric Dorsey Allison Gawlinski James Hansen

David Hocking

Cody Holland Adam Johnson

Christopher Knaute Sean McCarthy Lindsay Milkert Alex Moon Brandon Murphy

Onyenma Nwaelele John Powers Seth Ratner

David Scanland David Schulker

Tyler Smith Ashley Snyder William Stooksbury Christopher Taylor Kevin Vandagriff Augustin Viani Artem Vinogradov

Michael Weber Donald Whitt

Jeffrey Wilson Theron Zacour

370 Squadron

2007

Robert Beardslee Joshua Callahan

Frank Cope Scott Dalrymple

Matthew Ditson Pamela Findlay Mark Fraser

Samuel Freeland Kenneth Grosselin

Travis Harvey

Casey Kawaguchi Patrick Kellar

Amanda Lee

Remington Marsden Lauren Matthews

Kip McCarthy Daniel McLaughlin

Dylan Parker Mark Pitliangas Daniel Samson

Christopher Santangelo Todd Small Garrett Smith-Hernandez

Christopher Stover Robert Strong Murlene Sylvestre Eric Wahl John Wells Blake Wiehe

Anthony Young

2009

Robert Arcand Mark Bartak

Joshua Bird Lisa Bush Adrian Champion

Richard Culver Denise Deshazo John Fitzgerald Justin Gardner

Wyatt Harris Richard Kirwan Gavin Light

Joseph Lorusso

Brooke Lunde Robert Martin Hunter Myers Nicole Paget

Anthony Pavlisko Stephanie Randall Kevin Rivers

Alexander Rizkowsky Alexander Rowton Daniel Smith Johann Terreblanche Laura Walsh

George Waterfield-Cope Raymond Zhang

Squadron 371

Maj. David W. Murphy

Nathan Allred

Christopher Baran Kristan Bird

Bradley Breaux Joseph Cangealose Robert Colby Christopher Dolby Jenny Gibson Joseph Kreidel Sean McClain Heather Moe

Benjamin Mundell Kevin Murray Daniel Oldham

Jeffrey Pelehac George Price Tyler Rube Aaron Sanchez Lon Schmidt

Vaidas Sinica Yvonne Sparks Brian Stoops Brett Vongroven

Shane Weeks

Zachary Zorn

372 Squadron

MSgt Tracy Sanders

TSgt Kenneth A. Nahrwold

2007

2008

Ilechukwu Agu

Zachary Alexander Thomas Avolio

Lisa Baldwin Patrick Bennett Thomas Borseth Paul Caruso Daniel Cascio Matthew Defoor

Zachary Dolley Christian Evans

Ryan Frost Gabrielle Glenn Derek Haun Stewart Hawkins

Kallyn Johnson Robert Jones

John Kepple John Kinsella Keith Maren

Collin McSorley Amanda Messinger David Nelson Andrew Nigro Daniel Perry

Anthony Simmons Joshua Splawn Amanda Tamosuinas Kara Thoreson

Joshua Van Wyngaarden Mark Watson

Ryan Wiese

Sydney Wilkinson

2009

Thomas Ainscough

Zachary Arendsee Eric Birdsong Brandon Bius Mark Chinery Lauren Choate Peter Choe

Steven Czak James Elliott

William Harrison Alessandra Horban Bruce Hrabak

Anthony Hughes Jane Hwang

Theodore Kemp

Barry Knoblock Andrew Long Daniel McLaughlin Erik Mullen

Michael Peterson James Sarver

Patrick Sauncy Nicholas Schlagheck

Benjamin Soifer Jessica Soto

Zachary Thompson

Squadron 373

TSgt Jerry Molina

2007 Jordan Alexander John Amnah Matthew Barnard

Lindsay Blong Michael Bosack Daniel Breiding

Logan Brewer Matthew Carlisle

Miji Dalton Mark Domogala Ricardo Flores

Nicholas Gardner Kristina Gloeb Cesar Gonzalez

Robert Hendrick Daniel Henney

Andrew Kramer

Casey McConnell William Meister

Melinda Mokos Andrew Nation Aaron Necessary

Alex Paul Charles Price Daniel Reyes Eugene Salazar Matthew Shemo

Cory Smith John Sparks Sarah Stampher

Tyler Streit Adam Wade Michael Zudic

374 Squadron

Amanda Altman Jessica Beeler Brittain Caldwell Mark Cerni Derek Day Jason Garrish

Robyn Grieshaber Ryan Gustafson Matthew Harley Devin Hart Jordan Hayes lan Helms

Tyler Labrum Travis Lewis Alexander-Brian Marquez

Richard Medina Brett Messer Michael Morris Adam Myszka Hali Nelson Alexander Prevendar

Joseph Sabat Charles Storm Jared Thompson

Cindy Tope Matthew Welch Robert Whitney

Bradley Wills

Brooks Adamo Matthew Adams

Sean Anderson

Lyndon Bartlett Nicholaus Bente

Tyler Brummer Matthew Carver

Ryan Clisset Brooke Cultra

Joseph Curran Matthew Danley Troy Domingo Jarred Epstein Nathan Estes Andrew Gibson Nicholas Gilbert

Edward Givens Michael Hayes

Richard Kenny Cameron Koehler

Damien Koolis

Sunny Lee Ryan Lowenstein Brian Massa

Maegan McCarthy Victor McGuire Forrest McLain

Michael McVay

Cody Nelson Jonathon Newcomb

Tony Parsram Mark Pratt

Lindsey Robinson Jack Rufus

Jacob Schonig

Zachary Shapiro Ryan Springer Andrew Terrell

Joseph Tomczak Marisa Whitaker

Timothy Wilde Jessica Wissner

Squadron 375

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Available

Maj. Brian P. McLaughlin

MSgt Mark Crespo

TSgt Dan Jordan

2007 Alison Bonanno

John Brittingham Patrick Carpenter

Geoffrey Carrigan Christopher Collins Christopher Donohoe Vincenza Grossman John Hereford

Charles Higham Justin Kuchta Jace McCown

Christopher McGrath Katherine Miller Arianne Morrison Jared Neumann

Brandon Olson

Stephen Porter Michael Quashne

Zaqueo Salazar

Christopher Schlener Tyler Schultz Ryan Steelman Alicia Stirewalt Robert Strzelec Kaelin Thistlewood

Ryan Wade Kemper Wagner Matthew Yan

376 Squadron

2008

Christin Brodie

Delwyn Campo Stephen Cecil Joshua Christ Travis Dekker Andrew Derwae Jared Dorland Grant Gavran

Megan Harkins Corey Holden Kenneth Imy Jonathan Jackson

Bryce Johnson Damon Jones

Brysen Kreighbaum Dean Milner James Ollis

Caitlin Olson Asha Padmanabhan Jason Parcus Anson Park John Payne Jose Paz

Joseph Pierce Micah Redfield Keith Rizza John Skypeck David Swanson Jameson Utrilla

Cheryl Watkins Brian Williams

Justin Wynn

Ariana Allen

Joseph Atherton Charles Bayne Donald Bussell

Tyler Cody Thomas Daniels

Andrew Davidson Melissa Edwards Steven Glowacki

Edward Goodhue Aaron Green

Kellen Griswold Reid Inman

Jennifer Johnson Karl Kratt

John Long

Joshua Loomis Niall McGrath Marisa Miyamura Justin Nadal

Ryan Nicolay Laurence Pineda Mark Puffenbarger

Carol Roling

Christopher Schroer Seth Setterberg Zane Steadman Liam Taylor

Christopher Tulk Garrett Weaver

Justin Wilkens

Kelly Wright

Squadron 377

Maj. Ron Stenger

Ghanem A1 Romaihi

Guy Baldwin Garrett Bartee

Matthew Beaubien

Philip Becker Laura Bouchard Lucas Brommer

Patrick Cassidy Elliott Gautreaux

Brendan Greenaway

Jenny Guilford Francis Hallada

Timothy Jastrab Joseph Keller Karl Kuehner Matthew McDonald Marcella Mueth

Benjamin Newman Jennifer Ng Daniel Quinlan Gregory Roberts Allan Sain Matthew Schwandt Rebecca Stone Harrison Sumerall

Joseph Swart Eric Weber

378 Squadron

2007

Michael Agnew Russell Baker Jordan Birt Jesse Boyter Cassandra Bustamante

Whitney Camp Kyle Carnahan Robert Clark Jacob Devlin Eric Duncan Andrew Fowler

Joseph Goetz Matthew Houser Travis King

Tadd Lahnert Jacob Lambach

Benjamin Mendel Amanda Pelkowski Robert Preston

Ryan Price Justin Ross Andrew Saleh

Benjamin Schaftel Andrew Snow John Thompson Austin Warriner

Megan White

2009

Kedem Alon

Kathryn Anderson Kaitlin Baird Samuel Bexten David Brown

Jacob Burnum Matthew Davis Justin Day

Colly Deaton Jeffrey Edwards Joana Everett

Justin Feimster Joshua Ford

Matthew Goh Daniel Hendren

Tyler Hewko David Hooper Gregory Jemo Matthew Johnson

Catherine Karl Brian Kroeger Khalil Madani Mark Manship

Stephen Mcllvaine Ashley Miller Nathaniel Mocalis

Thaddaeus Money

Kyle Norris Anthony Ortiz Ty Payne Juancarlos Pino

Stephanie Regis

Stephanie Schmidt Mark Scott

Ketiji Shinoda Nathan Smith

Joseph Steffes Forrest Underwood

Robert Van Roekel Matthew Williams Austin Winner

Squadron 379

Guennadi Antonov Jason Beck

Kimberley Brady Joel Brown Silas Brown John Cordova

Matthew Duncan Matthew Groves

Katherine Gulczynski Brett Hickman Mark Kuhn

John Mann

Justin McDonald Barbara Myers

Mary Nhan Garrett Nikiforoff Kevin Quinn

Edward Salazar Thomas Steiner Leah Sullivan

Daniel Taylor Keith Vandagriff

Kyle Vaughn Damon Wong Scott Wright

380 Squadron

2007

2008

Waleed Ashiq

Benjamin Bloch Joseph Budzyn Benjamin Burdette William Burrows

Eric Courtois Eric Ehn

Joseph Ellis David Garcia

Matthew Gourgues Kristin Hoover Bruce Jamison

Alyssa Keeter Nicholas Kellenbence

Tyler Lawhorn David Lissy William Little

Korey Mundell Ryan Norris Joseph Pfeifer Tyler Reese Jonathan Rember

Kelly Richard Michael Rivera Adam Rudd

Clay Toemer Erik Towal Trevor Trujillo

Christa Wininger

2009

Leighton Bagby Robert Berry' Timothy Black James Burrows

Phil Compton Donald Davis

Matthew Fleharty

Leandros Fugate Patrick Grandsaert Jason Griggs Adam Hillier

Rosser Jones Jasmine Jordan Kaitlin Kirk John Lachiewicz

Jared Marvin

James Masotti Matthew Miller Mark Muller

Mary' Murrill

Anthony O’Shea Gregory Oswald Nicholas Reierson Jose Robaina

Timothy Severo Rachel Skinner Robert Smith John Steiner

Przemyslaw Strekowski Alexander Vane

Ryan Whitehead Matthew Willrns

Squadron 381

Maj. Robert T. Daniel

Robin Bergoo

Elizabeth Brende Andrew Brown

Bradley Echols

Lindsay Freeman Stephen Gandy Scott Geiser Connie Harris William Hildebrand Jon Kaskela Jason Knussmann

Bennet Krawchuk Chad Kuffenkam Scott Kumpula Laura McAlister

Colin McDonald John Nep David Nissen

Jaclyn Novak David Scott Matthew Spakowski

Margot Swartz Paul Taggart Trenton Updike

Kyle Volpe Marcus Wells

Brock Yowell

382 Squadron

MSgt Jeff Browning

TSgt William R. McDonald Jr.

2007

Steven Burgess Alicia Carter Cameron Cunningham Brianne Davidson

Matthew Dietrich Jack Fiedler Lukas Fisher Jacob Grubbs Joshua Gunderson

Chandler Hall Melissa Hughes Nathan Johnson Erica Juchter

Ryan Lorraine Steven Marks

Andrew Melander Joshua Needham

Daryn Nelson Zachary Pierce Brandon Ray Trenton Reeves Jon Roberts, Jr.

Rachel Rothmann Garrett Rybak Trenton Sandberg Shane Seibert

Cameron Shinabarker

Clayton Turner Christopher Wood

Amanda Beck

Brady Behrendt Mark Bishop

William Blumhoefer Scott Brenner Derek Candiotti Randall Chlebek

David Corpman Brooks Crane Francisco De La Torre Brian Delaney

Benjamin Drake Nathan Ellsworth

Jeremy Fox Victoria Galii

Andrew Gill James Griffith

Alex Hill

Michael Hofer Joshua Hughes Matthew Jurcak Hannah Kosirog

Shankar Kulumani

Nicholas Lankford Sean May Andrew McKain

Michael Morris David Operchal

Satapat Rattana Matthew Robbins Kurt Rommel Kurt Silsby

Bryn Sowa Sean Sullivan

Livingston Timsuren Brady Urbanovsky Philip Veltre Joseph Walton Kristopher Yarlett

Squadron 383

Maj. John J. Cooper

Sean Andrews

Larry Comelio

Christopher Dunlap Jonathan Gentri Shawn Green Mark Hancock

Christopher Handy Kelsey Hayward Gregory Hermantin Brian Hoffman

Malgorzata Kosycarz Robert Kraay Bjorn Langefeld Christopher McGarvey Iain McIntyre

Christopher Nitzel Brittany Oligney Johann Pambianchi Andrew Ramsey

Bobby Scott Edward Sutton

Mallory Swiderski Regan Tillman Matthew Walton Patrick Wanko

384 Squadron

MSgt Bill Hutto

TSgt Mark W. Fowler

2007

Jonathan Appleby James Bresnahan Matthew Charbonneau

Donald Clemson Joshua Cutino

Morgan Dolan Evan Erickson

David Field Andrew Galbraith

Nicky Hamayasu Taylor Johnson Katrina Keith

Candice Killian Jared Krueger

Joy Lawal Julian Madrid Ivonne Maldonado

Michael Mattingly Thomas Nolta Nathan Nordby Michael Quinn Drew Rimelspach

Patrick Roks

Joshua Schaffer David Schoenhardt

Emily Shanes Freddie Steinmark Jesse Strickler Jared Vieth Adam Voci

2009

Richie Amisone

Holly Bigelow Brett Boyce Enrico Brinson Michael Brittner

Bradley Carroll Christopher Dubois Joseph Eastman Heather Flynn David Fondacaro

Bryon Fryer Heather Gossett

Ryan Hagener Brandon Jones

Charles Keaton Justin Kluk Kim Kreke Aaron Ledbetter

Justin Ledvina

Timothy Lee Nathan McCaskey

Patrick Mount David Nan Trenton Palmer

Jeffrey Pecora Beth Pershing Michael Pyszkowski Carlos Sanchez

Ryan Sivertsen Kristina Stewart

Kyle Strathman Douglas Sutton

Miguel Felipe Valenzuela Keith Williams Nicolas Zimmerman

Squadron 385

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Not

Advailable

Maj. Craig Allton

Charles Chambers Matthew Douglass

Jonathan Dunn

Bryan Gibbs Mary Heisel Stephanie Hirst Jonathan Hoang Griff Hofman Justin Lapin Darin Lister Jonathan Louie Matthew McKeegan Duncan McNabb

Kyle Morales Shea Mumma Blake Nixon David O’Donnell Erica Olson Stuart Perlow

Thomas Raper Matthew Schlittler

Chase Scully

Eric Sepp Candice Stewart

Christopher Sweeney Elizabeth Taylor Lee Thompson Matthew Ward John Wooten

386 Squadron

MSgt Lance Hayward

TSgt James V. Escher

2007

2008

Firas Ben Hassen John Carberry Thomas D’Amore

Kyle Dufaud Elizabeth Enyart Matthew Ghigna Nicholas Herr Adam Hood Brandon Hua Justin Jones Melissa Lee

Nicole Lincoln Richard Loesch

Kathryn Lyons Christopher Mahan Frederick Meyer

Tiffany Moore Casey Osborne Christopher Perry Charles Riordan Zabrina Sandy Lopez William Sides Eva Smith

Brandon Spader Nathaniel Spitler

Anthony Stegeman John Sutcliffe Noel Trew Ian Turner

Zachary Valdez Robert Vogel Erik Wallace

Benjamin Worrall

2009

Wayne Barber Logan Barlow Kristine Bradford

Ryan Brooks Janice Contreras

Corey Crowell Kellen Curry Matthew Everette Eric Gall Jennifer Gulbransen John Harris Jesse Horton

Holden Leute

Ashley Love Christopher Maffiiccio Shane Manuel John Munson Brandon Nolan Matthew Pfarr Emma Przybyslawski Eric Robinette Andrew Small Debra Starkey

Bryan Taylor William Wargula Mathew Worcester David Zeigler

Squadron 387

Brett Agatep

William Albert Edwin Berry

Austin Buck Charles Chapot Robert Crespo Zachary Dvorak Paul Elsbernd

Craig Gulledge Ronda Helart Joshua Hollingsworth Eric Layo Brady Lindberg Mark McNaughton Joshua Meyer Austin Noble

Myogene Park Joshua Plocinski James Raybom Jose Rosales

Charles Setzer

Ryan Shaub Timothy Stephens Scott Swigonski Andrea Taylor Chad Thompson Shane Villanueva William Waterworth

388 Squadron

2008

Sean Abling Gregory Adam Amanda Akimoff Ian Augustine

Joshua Barlow Ethan Caparelli Hsiang Chen

Ryan Cortner Trebor Cowling

Keegan Dale William Deike Brian Guyette Jonathan Hill

Joseph Kim Ryan King Kathleen Le Joel Martin

Benjamin Mattalino Ross McKnight

Rebecca McLean Jesse Mortensen Michael Osgood

Stephanie Pierce Cheryl Steiner Gene Strand

Kory Tabom Matthew Walker

Taylor Wight Brittany Williams Christopher Wolff Ryan Zeman

Peter Betz

Spencer Butt

Daniel Castle Andrew Caulk Thomas Chiasson

Phillip Cunningham Joseph D’Agostino Connie Dillon

Casey Eickholt John Flahive Samuel Gay Robert Hammerbeck

Matthew Hannan Melissa Harry Shea Hartley Colby Kinsel Kyle Klein Jeffrey Lippert

Colin Lockhart

Kristopher Loewecke Jacqueline Lynch Robert Manning

Brandon McCutcheon

Kyle McIntosh Galen McRae

Charles Neal

Christopher Patton Christopher Pedersen Tyler Perry Alexandria Provenghi Laura Regnier Logan Roberts Keidrick Roy Ryan Rutherford Theodore Saitz Edwin Snead

Billy Terry Benjamin Walker Anne Wathen

Jonathan Yates Daniel Zheng

Squadron 389

Haseeb Ashraf Lauren Bursey Nathan Chott

Adam Dyke Jahmil Edwards Justin Handley Nicole Helmers David Hernandez Nathan Holloway James Johnson James Lee

Jonathan Lohse Mark McCartan

Krysten McPherson Matthew Merritt

Kyle Myers

Sergio Padilla Alyssa Palmer Brian Reese Grant Scholl

Adam Smith Francis Tartaglia

Lindsay Temes Drew Tullson

Daniel Weeks

Michael Welt

390 Squadron

2007

Ikedinachi Akagha

Christopher Baisch Matthew Burnham

Jeffrey Coe Colby Colter Paul Cote

Caitlin Curran

Brady Davis Amani Evensen Jared Graham Kristen Grasser Nathan Haney Ian Harper

Matthew Kettler Kekoa Kuamo’O-Peck Thomas Laliberte Laura Millener

Matthew Molten Joel Nolan Kevin Peterson Matthew Smith

Christopher Stanton Kaitlin Tardieu

Brynn Thoreson Brian Vos

Christopher Wiedenmann Ryan Williams Gregory Witzig Andrew Young

2009

Jeff Bohlman Leif Brustuen

Alycia Clore Brigham Dallas Christopher Damele Jeremy Deguzntan Chad Fulgham Gregory Haverkorn Anthony Hertach Krista Hubschmitt Charles Kennedy Peter Kober David Mackintosh Laura Martmeau

Jason Mayor Terrell Mayton David McMahon

Kevin Mulligan Aaron Nelson Andrew Pipes Brian Pitman Elisa Rhynedance Adam Sauter Joshua Seefried

George Sondecker Kaitlin Staples William Timberlake Clinton Walls Andrew West Shari Wilson

Squadron 391

Maj. Jason Armagost

John Ahn Robert Alexander

Travis Anderson Daniel Beaudoin Matthew Berszoner

Caitlin Butterfield

Bryan Christopher David Drennan

Derek Ebeling Christopher Gamble Brian Gineo Jason Giroux

Brandon Gould Kandi Henderschied

Matthew Hought

Jay Medenwaldt Jessica Palomba Alexander Pannone Erica Pong Raul Roldan Carlos Saito

Jeffrey Shehan Andrew Simpson Megan Togni Kurt Wagner

Gabriel West

392 Squadron

MSgt Jeremy Gallagher

TSgt Gregory Buckley-Lowe

2007

Marcus Alvidrez

Nicholas Bauer Tausha Beins Paul Bowen Harrison Carter Steven Chandler Jonathan Demars Matthew Eggert

Preston Gartner Jessica Grundt Kevin Hawkins Keith Hayden

Roger Knobeloch Ryan McGuire Samuel Meyer Kevin Navarro Katie Newkirk

Jonathan Ng

Collin O’Bryant John Rader Adam Sievers Jesse Stroh Michael Switzer

Christopher Tubesing Jill Ward

Benjamin Wong Paul Yeagley

George Anderson Aaron Aragon Hoban Blume David Burk David Closner

Tracee Curlett

Kyle Davis Kyle Epperson Ryan Heath Robert Hyatt Jamie Illig Matthew Kikuchi

Jason Kotlewski Branden Lynam Michael Mayra Matthew McCallum Erin McCormick

Ryan Meeter Cory Mohrbacher Kavir Patel

Abigail Rogers John Rulien

John Schrader Benton Staab

Anthony Stegman Maclane Townsend Robert Vasta Travis Whittemore

Kristen Wolverton

Squadron 393

2007 Marvin Brown

Ryan Bushnell Elizabeth Catherwood Michael Clawson

Tyler Dohallow Brian Eddy Harrison Gipple Katherine Higginbotham Christopher Kurtz Jonathan Lattimore Shaun Lee

Raymond Leong Willie Lloyd Lance McPeak

Adam Merello

Andrew Mickles Weiss Nusraty

Ashley Parker Annaline Rubio

Zachary Sasser Theodore Seher

Charles Shill Andrew Teigeler Eileen Trimpe Nathan Valle

Jeffrey West Christopher Woodward

394 Squadron

2008

Connie Ambrose

Cary Balser Aaron Bowens

Michelle Buehner Jennifer Carter

Benjamin Christensen Joe Cross

Timothy Doster Spencer Edmonston

Timothy Gaydosh Katherine Harmon Mark Jandreski Peter Krasco

John Kryzak

Zachary Minner Michael O’Donnell

Tyler Paffett Kate Papenberg Kenneth Pedersen

Stephen Perez Richard Pinckney Eli Prince

Omesh Qasba Taylor Roach Davin Sylvester Matthew Tanis Sara Weimar

Christopher Yost

2009

Ainsley Allen Bryan Anderson Jacob Bailey Scott Balcao James Beard Scott Bogner Casey Butikofer Garrett Collins Matthew Daniels Daniel Davis Melissa Ehrler

Stony Fath Anthony Ferrara Nicholas Goc James Hall Joshua Hausmann Aarron Henderson

David Izzo Nikolaus Krause Jacob Lowrie

Gregory Magram Benjamin McKinney Erin McNeil

Joseph Mercurio Joshua Miller

Valerie Mossman Clifton Noble David Ocampo Jerry Pribyl Kyle Rainwaters

Victoria Ross

Christopher Schuette Russell Smith

Nicholas Underwood Joshua Williams Roni Yadlin

Squadron 395

Brian Brown-Dymkoski

Jason Christopher William Clemmer Sarah Craycroft Brian Crouse

Ryan Glasgow Jeffery Harville Caitlin Holliday Bradley Huebner James Kellenbence Brian Leen Eric Liscar Michael McKenna Evin Negron

Ryan O’Dea Alicia Peasley Chad Reger Jarrod Silcox Leonard Spigiel

Reid Touchberry Kailin Tuscano

Mary Vendt Curtis Weinstein

Christopher Weston

396 Squadron

Nathan Anderson Brian Boardman

Troy Breland Kerrie Campbell John Cobb Nathaniel Dawson

Dillon Deutsch James Dunn Marc Goodman Lauren Henderson

Jonathan Hughes James Jacobs

Nathaniel Lail Alexander Layendecker

Spencer Liedl Shaffi Mark Scott Mixdorf Melanie Peterson Joshua Print

Cary Reeves Robert Renquist Aaronson Reyes Brian Ross Marissa Skidmore

Benjamin Song Christopher Thomsen Scott Tucker

Jennifer Williams Daniel Wynn Michael Zulauf

William Banham Jessica Barbee Steven Beaulieu Devin Bordelon John Butler

Joseph Castro Liam Conley Andrew Davis

Christopher Demmon Mindee Diehl Blaise Dileo

Katelyn Fabbri Christopher Ferguson Torin Herring David Homg Sean Houseworth Matthew Jensen Katherine Kennedy Adam Kruse

Bradley Madison James Miller

Lisa Moe Kenneth Montague

John Nussbaum

Hayden Poe Javier Preciado Joshua Reddis

Kimberly Robinson Kordereau Sellers Andrew Smith Daniel Stephens Eric Vander Wyst

Nicolas Velati Adam Williams

Chase Wirtz

Squadron 397

Maj. Larry Card II

Kurt Antonio

Robert Belkowski Trevor Cook

Abigail Crews Frank Cumbie

Andrew Edwards Richard Elmore Michael Gentry Eric Goldman

Scott Gross Jerome Hundt

Janelle Hyde Douglas Kelley Stephen Lawson Eric Lefebvre

Christopher O’Connor Sean O’Malley Christopher Oravetz Jae-Hyun Park Brittney Perkowski Matthew Reiley

Brandon Rodts

Alexander Sibal

Byron Silkett-lrvine Ryan Teets Kevin Thomas Lauren Viscito

Chad Warner Michael Wetherbee Anne Williamson

Joshua Yerk

398 Squadron

MSgt Steven A. Yoder

TSgt Ernest Medina

2008

David Alpert Alan Calfee John Camp Erin Coakley

Matthew Crandall

Caley Cyphers Leslie Erives Ronald Farkas Austin Ferreria

Ricardo Garza Matthew Goodson

Kenny Green Courtney Gregory Blaine Guenther Eric Hempen Christina Hudson Gavin Johnson Steven Locker Shane Malkin

John Mattson

Kyle Meakins Chad Murray Marc Nichols

Spencer Reed Lorinda Risdon David Rodriguez

Mark Root Chad Rudolph

Eugene Tornow Paul Tracy Blake Wong Erinn Woodside

2009

Kristin Bevins Sean Callahan

Ryan Christie Robert Consiglio

Joshua Dietrich Aaron Doss

Ryan Dupuis Chelsea Fitch Weston Fulfer Leif Hillshafer

Meghan Kiser Eric Kitaif Jameson Lamie Dana Loveless

Casey Masters Travis Miller Matthew Mullen Amie Muza Teskey

Shawn Naugle Michael O’Shields

Ryan Parrish Jacob Rennebaum Thomas Rodriguez Sean Shay Michelle Shinto

Dempsey Slough Jered Smith Daniel Strishock

Darshan Subramanian Thomas Synovec

Nicholas Varnurn

Christopher Wilson Dallas Wright

Squadron 399

Maj. Christina Clausnitzer

Sean Andrews Robert Bettinger Nicholas Burke Aaron Conine

Ashley Culp Daniel Edelstein Seth Erickson Brandon Fisher

Ryan Gavina Jeremy Gordon Pall Green

Joshua Hunt Sashonna Iwaniec Michael Lewis Barrett Meysembourg

Donald Naiman

Nicholas Ngo

Kyle O’Neill Edward Ortiz Alexandra Perry

Christopher Reusser Erik Richardson

Eric Schaar Jonathan Shamess Jonathan Sireci John Tekell Elizabeth Vaccaro

Aleksey Vlasov Karissa Walker

Ryan White Scott Willis

400 Squadron

MSgt Dennis P. McGowan

TSgt Michael Anderson

2008

James Adams

Thomas Aseltine William Bauer Mark Belkowski

Stephen Boogar Connor Caples Jason Cheng Charles Cycon Jamie Davis Alexander Denton Jonathan Florsz

Gregory Guy Ernesto Guzman Edwin Jackson

Danielle Jaramillo

Kimberly Kallabis Tyler Lowdon Gavin McCorry Michael Nicholas Robert Reynaud David Rose

Whitney Salo Charles Scarbrough Thomas Sena Aaron Shanor

Adam Stooke Matthew Vanbaren Jessica Wager

Kyle Yamamoto

2009

Mark Bailie James Bowron Matthew Cork Kirk Devine Michael Dobbs Daniel Duck

Molly Gayden Timothy Gorski Brian Groth Ian Hurdle Peter Karski Anastasia Kostrubala Nathaniel Leach

Spenser Lee Daniel Mitchell

Joshua Newman David Nugent Adam Otten

Cassandra Overman Kenneth Powers

Michael Robblee David Simon

Christine Stagg Brandon Sullivan James Tippets Michael Venenga Jean Vite

Cody Wright Crystal Yang Jonathan Yates Brock Yelton

Squadron 401

Maj. DeeDee Richards

MSgt Anna Parker

TSgt Rony Valme

Chang Bae William Cargill

Joseph Conrad Ashley Cwiakala Adam Danielson Marco Escalera

Christopher Exstrom Tyler Goulding Carlos Hernandez Aaron Husk

Nicole Keller

Ryan Lewkowicz Hugh Miller Katherine Plichta Jonah Reeger

Brandon Rice Eric Santroch

Nicholas Shelly Brian Silva

Scott Skibitsky Beth Ware Keith Yelk

Lindsay Yip

2008 Matthew Brannon

Regan De La Cruz Catherine Donnell Eric Foster

Eric Hakos Thomas Herald David Hidalgo

Randy Justice Eric Kenzik Todd Klayum Johanna Kraemer

Cherelle Lampkin

Kelly Lewis Sheriden Martinez

Christopher Mathews Brett May

402 Squadron

2008

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Daniel Nugent Matthew Onxley Alexander Pedersen Lina Pineros Shane Praiswater Andrew Roberts

Kyle Sanders Blake Schaid Frank Schiavone Matthew Small

Matthew Stewart Thomas Stuart

Christopher Valine Mark Voss

2009 Scott Adamson Austin Almand Jack Ambridge

Derek Andeweg Kai Anthony

Daniel Bar

Timothy Bent Ellen Bina

Christopher Brinkmann Elon Brumfield Jason Correll Ian Crawford

Patrick Duffey

Craig Francke Matthew Gabso Garrett Gilbertson Daniel Gnazzo

Joel Halpert

Bryan Hoffler Will Holmes Charles Keeling

Joseph Lapinsky Meredith Leake John Lee Isaac Leung

Kyle McClure Andrew Morris Frank Panebianco

Krystle Pope Bryan Rocco Nathanael Sladek Laken Stogner

Christopher Svehla Frederick Tarantino Andrew Veerathanongdech

Benjamin Walker Ryan Winsor

Squadron 403

“Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.” -George Bernard Shaw

404 June Week

Before the Shindig

ach and every year there is a tradition that is as old as the Academy itself: Ring Dance. It is a time when the Second Class Cadets receive the much anticipated

406 June Week

class ring. Varying from a few hundred dollars to thousands of dollars, it is the distinguishing mark between an Academy grad, and any other officer. Before the ceremonial dinner and

dance following, participants mingle about the Air Gardens taking pictures of them and their dates; whom sometimes are the same class, a class above or a class below, and occasionally

the tunes of falcon love break the boarders of the Academy and recently

graduated Lieutenants make an

appearance once again at their Air Force Academy. C3C Raphael Watson

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he one time that

in becoming the U.S. Air

cadets actually look

Force’s premier officers.

forward to entering

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the night everyone can

once in their entire cadet

hardly wait for their rings to

Ring Dance. This

be scathed from their boxes

career:

momentous occasion

and placed on their finger.

signifies their next step

Classmates from all the 36

squadrons anxiously wait for their AOC or AMT (officer or

sergeant, respectively who supervises a cadet squadron) to break open the boxes that

keeps the rings off of the Second Class Cadet’s fingers. With toasts and cheers heard

throughout the hall, another class has taken a step over

35,000 graduates from the

long blue line have taken. With the conclusion of the dinner, the Class of 2007 prepares for the final step, the Ring Dance itself. C3C Raphael Watson

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less then 24 hours the

newest batch of officers

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the perfecting of obtaining a 250 on the PFT with no waited effort, and finally the day is about to arrive when it is all over. But for hundreds

of volunteer works,

underclassmen, contractors

and Security Forces, there is

much work to be done. The

security precautions for the cadets and distinguished

visitors, the technical arrangements preventing feed back from the speakers and even the precise placement

of the chairs. All of this in addition to the thundering roar of half a dozen F-16

practicing overhead are the sounds of a cadet career almost complete. C3C Raphael Watson

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he time that everyone had been

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go down the

ramp first, squadron by squadron go down

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Air Force Officers.

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Families, Friends, and Supporters of the Class of 2006

454 Family, Friends and Supporters

Benson, Meredith Joy

Adams, Paul Levidy

Thanks for all the great

We love you tons and are

memories: soccer, jump, and spending time with you

always here for you.

Congrats!

Mom & Dad

and your friends. We love

you!

Alne, Jesse

Congratulations Jesse! It won’t be long & you’ll be able to fly as fast as you want & a ticket.

Mom and Dad

Bethea, McLean Gaddy

Congratulations! We are very proud of you and love you very much. Love, Daddy, Mama, & Cooper

not get

With Love

& Great Pride, Mom,

Bien, Michael

Dad, Krystine

You have always lived by your motto “Be the best you can be,” and you have succeeded. We are

very proud. Love, Mom, Dave, and Dad

Blanc, Joseph Beau YOU made your dream become reality

Avery, John Christopher Fly high with the Eagles and always land in the hands of

Boettcher, David

God. Love and

pride, Mom

Isaiah 41:1 With God’s help, your perseverance has helped you arrive at this day! We are so

and Dad

excited & proud of you! We love you. D&M, Jeremiah 33:3

Baydala, Andrew We are so proud of you and of your accomplishment! We know you will be a fine

As you embark on your next great adventure in

officer. We love you always, Mom, Dad, Kathleen,

the real world we just want you to know how very

Chris, & Weeza

proud we are of you. Love, Mom, Pops & Steve

Boutin, Jennifer

Beeson, Michael

Brown, Jason C.

Tser Lu

We are so very proud of you!

Congratulations,

God’s richest blessings! Love

hard work and

Mom & Dad

good decisions were the

foundation of your achievement.

May

God bless and be with you always.

Love, Mom and Dad

Bushey, Katherine It’s been a long time since that 5 th grade visit to Annapolis. Whether uphill or downhill you have carried on. Well done. Love, Mother & Dad.

Family, Friends and Supporters 455

Catalano, Marc Philip

Cox, Timothy A.

You’re a graduate! I’m still around! Kudos to us

We are so proud of you for your determination and

both!

I love you!

perseverance. We love you. Mom, Dad and MJ.

Grandma

Galatians 6:6-10 Well done, Marco Polo!

I always knew you would

make it! If you listen carefully you will hear me say: “Bravo, keep 'em flying” Love, Grandpa You never gave up on your dream. We are so

proud of you. Love, Mom & Dad

Cummings, Gavin William Dear Gavin, we thank God upon every remembrance of you! Phil. 1:3-6. We are so

proud of you Your family

love you to infinity and beyond!

Darnell, Walter J. Ill

Congratulations on this special milestone

Chal, Nathan Westlake Cole

to the newest Lt. in the

Boots: $79; Christmas trip home: $365; Academy

Darnell family!

Grad: Priceless! XO, Dad, Mom & Elliot

Chang, William Congratulations! We are very proud of you, and wish you great success. Love, Mom, Dad and Chris Good Job! William as always, try your --

best, G-pa

Love, Mom, Dad, Jackie,

Dan & Cynthia

DeLaFuente, AJ I hope your AF career

brings

you success and joy. Remember

Chen, Carl

Great achievement!

Always maintain your personality and your inner strength, the best is yet to come. With pride and love, Mom

Chighizola, Nicolais R. I am proud of you! Continue to set your sites high!

man

looks

at the outward

appearance but God looks at the heart. YCDT

Love, Mom

You will succeed at whatever you set your mind to.

Dello lacono, Brad M.

I always knew you had the “right stuff.” Enjoy the

journey. Love, Mom

Congratulations! We are

Coleman, Ian Y.

very proud of you and all you have accomplished so far!

We are so proud of you!

Remember, the best is yet

Blue skies always as

you continue to follow your dream Grandpa & Grandma

...

to come!

Love, Mom,

Love, Mom, Dad &

Andrea.

DeRienzo, Joseph Michael You persisted and made it

Coleman, Michael Turner You are my miracle baby.

Congratulations on everything you’ve accomplished. Your dad & I are proud of you. Love always & forever, Mom

happen! May you always soar.

I am very proud of you.

Love, Mom Collins, Lindsey Amber All of your achievements you have done all on

Desai, Purvi H.

your own! Love, Dad & Mom

SUCCESS is a sweet reward for in to

This is the beginning of great things to come!

Love, Papa, Mama & Gram

achieving. We all are

Couch, Clayton

very proud of you and

Your dreams are coming true. We are SO

great work.

PROUD OF YOU! Love, Mom & Dad

Congrats! Love, DESAI FAMILY

456 Family, Friends and Supporters

turning believing

Donaldson, R. Jeffrey

Frazier,

All the money in the world can’t buy self-esteem,

Erin Kathleen

character, love, or happiness and yet these very things make life worth living, MOM DAD & KAT

Courage is grace under pressure.

Anonymous Congratulations on your graduation!

Eberle, Scott To quote one of your favorites, “veni, vidi,

All our love,

vici.” We are so proud

Mama and Dad

of you, scoot. God be with you. We love you so

much! Momma,

Dad, & Bobbi

Engelhardt, Christopher Chris, your brothers and I are very proud of you.

Reach for the stars! You are always in my

thoughts and always in my heart.

With love, Mom

Gallagher, Edward F. V Mission Accomplished. Bravo Zulu on a job well done. Love, Mom, Dad, Megan Gallagher, Steve Steve, you’ve always been great and strong. Words cannot say how proud we are of you. Love, Dad, Nana & your family.

Enlow, Ryan

Gifford, Taylor Robert

You have achieved another goal with hard work

They will mount up with wings like eagles. We are so proud! Mom & Dad

and God’s blessing. We are so proud of you and love you very much.

Enjoy. Dad and Mom Goldthwaite, George The journey has been long and difficult. Your day has come & we couldn’t be prouder!

May you always have blue skies. Love, Mom, Dad, & Matt Graham, Hudson PRAISE GOD

FOR HIS MANY

BLESSINGS! WELL DONE!

Flickinger, Brett James

Love, Dad, Mom

We are so proud of you. We know your future is

and Ross

bright and look forward to many more celebrations. Love, Mom, Dad, GK Go ’06 RTB From 79 LCWB

Graham, Nicole Proud of the young woman I am

Grandparents Flickinger

privileged to call “daughter.” The doors of opportunity are yours. Enjoy the journey. All my love,

Foote, Christopher Clifton

Mom

We love you number-one grandson, proud

Your dreams are coming true!

Fly high.

We are

proud. Love, Mom & Dad

What lies behind us and what lies before us are

tiny matters compared with what lies within us

Emerson

Ford, Timothy Congratulations!

Love: Dad, Mom, Becky, Russ,

Sarah, Rusha, Rade, and Ruby.

Guthrie, Ashley God bless you and keep you safe as you soar!

Congrats, we love you! Franklin, Boedy J. We are proud of you and thankful for you. May God continue to guide you. Congratulations! We love you, Mom, Dad and Carissa (TAMU ’06)

Haiducek, John D.

Congratulations! We’re proud of you! Many blessings! Mom, Dad and Dale

Family, Friends and Supporters 457

Haldeman, Jahna MOM & DAD LOVE YOU even

“shoot for the moon,

if you miss, you’ll land in the stars”

Les

Brown. You are a shining star!

Hallford, Joshua S. We are so proud of

you!

We knew you

could do it! Our wish for you is great success and

much

happiness in the future. Love, Mom & Keith

Herrmann, Shawn We are and always will be so very PROUD of you!

Love, Mom and Dad Holum, Marc L.

Harr, Richard M.

Marc I love you and I am very proud of you. Love,

We are very

Mom

proud of you! The best is yet to come.

Hood, Antoine M. II

Love,

You were blessed coming in and you are blessed

Mom, Dad & Pat

going out.

Harter, Michael J. You set your sights upon the goal. With

perseverance, stubbornness, guts and faith you achieved that goal! Congratulations!

Sfe.

•II..

All that you put your hands to will

prosper. We are very proud of you! Dad, & Adam

iy:

Love, .M orQ.& Dad

Love, Mom,

Hurley, Joe Bink, Congratulations on a job well done. Off you go into the wild blue yonder! God bless and keep you. With love and pride, Mom and Dad Hutsell, Robert It is an Honor to be the parents of a man like you

Robert; you have made us proud. You did it on your own. We love you, Mom, Dad, Ginny, and Dallas

lacono, Brad M. Dello

Congratulations! We are very proud of you and all you have accomplished so far! Remember, the best is yet to come! Love, Mom, Dad & Andrea.

Illig, Anthony Congratulations! We couldn’t be more

proud of you. Love, Dad & Donna

Your talents and

enthusiasm will take you to heights beyond

Hatt, Matthew To whom much is given, much is required. am

I Lord, send me.

We love you.

Here

Keep “living the dream” Matt. Mom, Dad, Stormy & Morgan

458 Family, Friends and Supporters

your wildest dreams!

God bless America!

Love, Mom & Dan

Indharasophang, Wesley

Kimes, Tyler G.

Wow,

We are so proud of you! God has blessed you

so this

what happens

with many talents.

when your little

May you faithfully serve Him, your family, community, and country. Love, Mom

brother watches

& Dad

Top Gun every day after school. Congrats Wes! I’m so proud of you!

Klosinski, Joseph

Congrats Joe!

Never stop exploring. Love, Dad,

Mom, & Karen

Love, Ponzi

Knaeble, Michael G.

James, Beau A. We are proud of you Beau! We love you, Mom,

Dad, Luke, and Brooke

The whole family is proud of you!

Rightfully, you

should be very proud of yourself.

Love, Grandpa

Dean and Grandma Boots.

Keltner, Tyler

Age 3 “Dad take my training wheels off!” “No, son, you’ll crash” “Please?” Dad growls and removes wheels “Wait til I can help you ride” 30 minutes

Krieger, Kevin C. We are so proud of you! You have the world by the tail, Buck.

Love, Mom & Dad

later son runs into the house to exclaim to his Dad -

“I did it! I rode it by myself!” And so you have

son.

And so you have.

Bangerang Ni!

“Bring Me Men!” JEFF, our PRIDE

Kendall, Michael It’s always about the choices we make.

Dream

big. Greet each day as if a foot of powder awaits you. Be proud of your accomplishments. Love -

Kukuruda, Jeffrey

in you is outmeasured only by our LOVE for you.

Congratulations,

Mom

Dad, Mom, Adam,

Kessler, Steven

Congratulations! We are so proud of your accomplishments and you!! We wish all your dreams come true.

Love, Mom & Dad

We are so proud of u! We knew u could do it.

Good luck. Love, Tom & Giulia We are all proud of you, continued success!

Love, all the Kohlmanns Uncle Steven, Go Air Force! We love you & miss you! Love, Joey Brett & Jake

Congrats on all of your wonderful accomplishments! Your dedication & hard work will bring you great things! We love you! XO, MaryBeth Joe & Karen You will always have a home in Colorado. Love, Katie & Jenn

From standing in the eye of a hurricane to

standing up for our country... you make us proud! Love, Uncle Tim & Aunt Kathy Our love and Congratulations to you. Love, Aunt Betsy, Uncle Jim, Trina, Jim, Brian and Chris

Emily Kunesh, Eleanor E.

Congratulations

now

spread your wings and fly!

Love, Mom, Dad, Jessie

Kurpiel, Robert J. You have continued to make us smile and make

proud. Like the falcon, keep soaring. Love & God bless you always, Dad, Mom & Chris us

Lebovitz, Michael Benjamin Leaders shape our visions of the possible. You are a

great leader. Love, your proud parents

Lewis, Steven Donnelly

Congratulations Steven! You are destined for the heights, and we are so proud of your great achievements!

Love, Grandpa and Grandma Donnelly

Kessler, Tanya mind to you have achieved,

Auguri! Noi vogliamo congratularci con te!

Hanmi Yocha. We are so

Bravo Stefano!

Whatever you’ve set your

proud. -

You are the best

Mom-Dad-Ryan

you know the rest.

Love always, Mom and Dad

Family, Friends and Supporters 459

Lievsay, James Your 8

grade

dream came true. We are proud of

you!!

Love, Mom

Martinez, Alan G. Dear Alan You have been a joy and a source of pride to us from

the day you were born.

It is wonderful

to know you and be a part of your life. We love

you very much. Wishing you HAPPINESS and HEALTH and LOVE. Remember to just follow

and Dad

your heart and be happy. “Live the life you have

imagined.” Mom, Dad and Mike

Matejik, Christina we are incredibly proud of you & love you

Tina

Liu, Amy We are so proud of you! You are the best!

Dad,

so very much.

Mom & Dad

Mom, Nina Mattson, Matthew

Longyear, Alexander Jacob From 2.5 lbs. all the way to space! You are simply the best! We are so proud of you! Highflying blessings ALWAYS! Love, Dad, Mom, & Hamilton

You will never understand the pride we feel for

you. Treasure your USAFA memories. We love you, Mom & Paul Grandma & I are especially proud of you. You

Lubelan, Kurt

have & always will be a luminary in our eyes. We

Through hard work and prayers, you have accomplished your childhood dream! We are so proud of you! Love, Mom and Dad

love you & wish you the best.

Grandpa Webler

To the golden child of the family, we still love you even

though Mom loves you best (J/K Mom).

Love, Katie, Steven, & Andrew

Fly high love, Dad, Kate, Steven, Andrew, Katie, Grandma and Grampa Mattson Life will sometimes hand you a magical moment.

Savor it. We love you. Rick, Aunt Sue, Mallory, Linnea and Jessica

McCants, Michael

Congratu We’re so of you!

Lucy, Jeffrey T.

Silver

Never forget

next!

where you’ve

Love,

been, who you

Mom &

are and where

Dad

you’re going everything else will fall into place.

We’re proud of

you!

God speed.

Love, Mom & Dad

Marasovich, Kristin Laraine You are amazing. I am so proud I could burst!

Congratulations. Mom 460 Family, Friends and Supporters

McDonald, Jane R.

Congratulations on your graduation day for all the hard work & the effort we are

very proud of you we love you. Mom, Dad, John & Jeanette

McKenna, Lee Nix Love from Dad, Mom and Craig; Your awesome accomplishments prepare your

Moss, Daniel R. Dan My Man! We are proud of you! Love, Mom, Pops and family

future with boundless opportunity.

Mueller, Michael A.

Meyers, John G.

Objective accomplished. We are so proud! Love,

We are very proud of you. God bless you. Dad, Terri, Henry & Rudy

Mom, Dad, Dee, & Kristi

Congratulations! Love, Mom Dad Tyler and Max Mitchell, Stephen Harrison I’m so proud of you! Best wishes for an incredible life! Love, Mom

Morell, Dayle P.

Congratulations on all you have achieved, and we know you will continue to shine. We are so very proud

ofourPSW! Love, Mom, Dad, & Mason

Morgan, Ryan Andrew Yeah

can’t believe it either! Love, Mom, Dad and Seth ...

Muth, Kristine You are awesome and we are so

proud of you. May your journey bring you tremendous satisfaction and reward! Mom,

Dad, Julia, Adrienne

Family, Friends and Supporters 461

Napier, Creed What a beginning for

Olson, Dennis The purpose of life is a life with purpose. You’ve

We are so proud of

always made us proud but wow what a purpose you’ve chosen for your life! Love, Dad & Mom

you. All our love Dad & Carol

Omizo, Carly A.

Napolitano, Michael

rainbow shining

Nicholas Jr.

bright & colorful, a

You have earned

true wonder of who

the rest of your life!

U R our beautiful

your place in the long

U R. Walk with pride

blue line. Guard our

& continue to amaze.

borders, and “Keep

Love, Mom & Dad

the nose out of the

blue!” With love, from all who love you.

Orlovsky, Matthew J. Congratulations! We are so very proud of you! Love, Mom and Dad

Nauta, Brandon Jae We are so proud of you! Love, Mom Dad & Brett

Park, Amber Renee You have accomplished your goal

Nicolalde, Fernando

through courage and determination.

We love you very much. God bless you Ferny.

You have defined your character.

Love, Dad, Mom, and Danny

The pride, love, & admiration for you is shared with your whole family.

Nogueras, Cynthia T. Dream the impossible Achieve small goals Never Your will be give up! trip -

Pascoe, Joshua We are so proud of you Josh! God bless & good luck! Love, Mom & Dad

fantastic. Love, Dad

Northern, Marc

Congrats, Marc. We are so impressed and proud of you. This is just the beginning but what -

an awesome one!

LYSUUM. Mom, Dad, and

Sandrine.

BRING ME MEN

TO MATCH MY PLAINS,

Norwood, Daniel D. Your family stands behind you and there are many

paths before you

“BRING ME MEN

TO MATCH MY MOUNTAINS.

always choose one with heart.

Love, Mom & Dad

MEN WITH EMPIRES IN THEIR PURPOSE. AND NEW ERAS IN THEIR BRAINS."

SAM WALTER FOSS

Patterson, Travis We’re so proud of your success and dedication to achieving your goals.

May all your dreams continue to come true. Love, Mom, Dad & Dustin

462 Family, Friends and Supporters

Pearson, Kristin

Ramirez, Joshua A.

Congrats on all

We’re proud of you! Reach the stars! You’re the

your excellent

best! Love, your fam.

USAFA

achievements!

Rashash, Sandra Marie

Your career is off

You’ve accomplished much, and now the world

to a flying start.

awaits! Pride & love, Mom

You made the

parental units proud! Love,

Congratulations Drew!

Dad & Mom

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Redmond, Paul Jackson III (P.J.)

Tough times don’t last

“With man this is impossible, but with God all

Tough people do, you

things are possible.” Matthew 19:26. Mom, Pop, Nonnie and Grant

did and you will. All

HAT I WILL Hi

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Have a great future. With

our love and

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VITHOUT Ml

respect,

Mom and Dad

Pounds, Dana Marie You’re amazing!

We love you!

May

your bold faith in Christ continue to be

contagious as your laughter Ps. 105:4.

Mom, Dad & Darren

Redmond, Stephen Scott Scott, Congratulations on your incredible achievements. We are very proud of you and love you very much. Love, Dad, Mom, and Leah

Reeves, Ryan Dean There once was a young boy named Ryan, who

completely obsessed with flyin’; he began pilot lessons at nine, then became an IP so fine; now we’re celebrating his graduation and he’s buyin’!

was

Roady, Ryne P. You had a plan and you have executed it well. Good job. Love, Dad & Mom Roks, Christopher Feel the fire! We knew you’d do it! We

proud of the man you’ve become. Congratulations! Your country awaits you. Your loving family are so

Qualls, Daniel Warrior when necessary and Blessed are the

peacemakers. May God Bless you in all you do. Love, Mom, Dad & Miranda

Sabellico, Anthony M.

Congratulations on your great success!

THE BEST IS YET TO COME. We are so proud of you! Love, Mom, Dad, Nick and Ricky

Santangelo, Vincent E. From the moment you came into this world, you were

always a source of our pride and joy. Soar

the sky and may the Lord be with you. Mom &

Dad

Congratulations, we are happy you joined and graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy.

Congratulations on your new career and we hope you continue to succeed.

Family, Friends and Supporters 463

Santangelo, Vincent E. We are so proud of you! Love, Eddie, Joy & Jodie.

Sealy, Ryan David “For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so

We knew you could do it! This

Congratulations! is just the beginning of great things to follow.

great is his loving kindness to those who fear

him.” We love you! Mom, Dad and the kids

Grandma, Grandpa, Auntie, Uncle, & Cousins It took idealism, discipline and maturity to achieve what you have accomplished.

Congratulations!

Way to go!!! Ted Tolentino Then: a wonderful boy. Now: a fine young man.

Congrats! Love, Suzie

Congratulations! The whole family is very proud of you! Love, John, Laurie and Kim Sarda, Matthew T.

Congratulations. Thanks for making us so proud, Mom & Dad

Schannep, James D. Life is short, the years rushed past. Our little

boy grew up so fast. We’re so proud of the man you’ve become. God’s precious gift, our only son. Love, Mom, Dad and sisters

StemeFfTimoffiy Michael Remember always that you are dearly loved

by God and your very proud parents. May God bless you and keep you every day of your life.

Congratulations. All Our Love, Mom & Dad & KT Skarstedt, Kurt

Goodonya Kurt! Well done! Godspeed; Mom, Dad, Hope, Bryan, and Brance Smith, Colleen E. BELIEVING IS ALL. Forever Love, Dad, Mom,

Tommy, Margarita, &

Scheivert, Tiffany A.

Ismael

Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and

Smith, Christopher R.

your plans will succeed. Proverbs 16:3 Love

You earned those bars and we’ll save Grandad’s

Always, Mom

stars. We are so proud

Schendel, Christopher We have always loved you for the person you are. We are so very

proud of the man you

have become.

Congratulations!

Love, Mom and Dad

Schulte, Roslyn L.

Congratulations on a job well done, 2 nd Lt. Roz! We

extremely proud of you. With great admiration, are

respect and love, Mom, Dad and Todd. 464 Family, Friends and Supporters

of your success and hard work. Love, Dad and Mom

Spear, Nicholas R. We are so proud of you! Love, Mom and Dad, Will and Kristjan

Stanley, Kevin V. Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have finally been rewarded! We are so very proud of

you!! Love, Mom, Dad, and Shannon

Stef, Tyler William

Tompkins, Alicia From letter jacket to

You have earned respect

because you honor hard work and commitment.

Lieutenant’s bars... You’ve

got the RIGHT STUFF! We are so proud of you. Love, Mom, Dad, and Erin

You make our lives better

just by being in it. Mom, Keith, Ryan, Joretta, Larry

Valentine, Taylor Blake Our pride in you is only out measured by our love for you.

Mom & Dad

Valliere, Christopher P. You have accomplished your dream & we all are so very proud of you!

Love, your family

Vermillion, Heidi M. We are so proud of you. Love, Dad, Mom, Sarah, Darin, Merle, and Jared

Walker, Joseph Kelly We are so very proud of what you have

Stober, James A. Tradition of service

MJS/USM

MJS/USAFA69-JAS/USAFA06-S

accomplished. May God bless you in everything that you do. Love ya man from Mom, Dad, Sis and family

Sutliff, Matthew R. We know the challenges you faced and how hard

Walsh, Sean D.

you have worked. We are so proud of you. We will always love you and believe in you. Faith and

Congratulations on your success. think big! Love, Mom & Dad

Continue to

courage. Love, Mom and Mo

Wartman, Spencer

Teskey, Vanessa Muza

It has been such an honor to share in your many

You Felt the Fire & walked right through it! Watch

accomplishments. Believe there are no limits but the sky. Love always, Mom, John and Sarah

out world! We love you and are so proud of you!

Love, Mom, Dad, Amie, Katie & Maddy

Thomas, Seth One journey ended. One begun. A man of

character & integrity. A man of strength & skill. A warrior. Our son.

My brother.

Love Mom, Dad &

Zach

Family; Friends and Supporters 465

Weaver, Jonathan

White, Gordon Morris II

R.N.K.

It was tough, but you did it. We are all cheering!

Another goal

Whites and Legleus

has been met with more on the

Whitehurst, A. Tori

horizon. You

IT was your dream. You made it come true, you

will always meet

chose to

the challenges!

enter the

and

We are so proud

race

of you! Love, Dad, Mom, and

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Abaqan. Christina i 1 J Ab atjan, Christine 1 16, 555 Abbas, A bar 556 Abcrtb, Justin 56 1 Able, Isaac 2 1 4 Abies, Matthew 547 Abling, A ean 58? Ab raham, C)avid 5^7 Acee, pred I O5 Ackerson, benneth 566 Adacbi, Vosbio 565 Ad am, Gregory 58? Adamek, Jill 25,218 Adamo, brooks 5/5 Ad ams, billy 48,75 Adams, Jason 555 Adams, Matthew 55b, 575 Adams, Paul 1 05, 5-55 25+ Adams, Rachel 25, 552. Ad ams, 5h ari-Jean 55-5Adams, VV'Hiam 562 Adamson, G c °tt 405 Aepak, Michael 510 Abesimama, Ruth /, 28, 50, 56, 54b Agatep, b ett 56 8 Agnew, Michael 57? Agu, |l echukwu 575 Aguilar, John 555 Ahn.John 5?2 Ahrens, Gravis 542 Aiello, Jeffrey 258 Akagha, |kedinachi 5?' Akalaonu, Ghikaodi 258 Akers, b rooke 1 2 1 Akimoff, Amanda 58? Albert, biH 25 Albert, William 588 Aid erman, A drew 5b8 z

Aldridge, Aubrey 55? Ales, b arney 226 Al exander, Ashley 541 Alexander, Donald 542 Al exander, Jordan 574 Alexander, Robby 1 I 5 Alexander, (Robert 5?2 Alexander, Gachary 575 Alford, Garah 55?

AUobour, Qais 555 Alien, Ainsley 5?5 Alien, Ariana 577 AHen, Gasey 75 Alien, Ghristopher 544 AHen, Jacob 5b7 Alien, Patrick 54? Alien, Robert 5b8 Alien, Ryan 18b Alley, John 250 AHfTbea 121,526 Allred, Nathan 572 Al and, Austin 405 Alne, Jesse 455) 266 Alon, bedem 57? m

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AL Rasbi, O mar 551 Al Romaihi, Ghanem 578 al Gh'hi, Nasser 86? At man, Amanda 575 At man, IJunter 54? Amack, Andrew 5b? Amb ridge, Jack 405 Ambrose, G onn ie 5?5 A me s, Joshua 250 Amigleo, Andrew 54? Amisone, Richie 685 A mna h, John 48, 574 Amrine, Phil 147 Amrine, Phillip 555 A y baniel 541 Anders, L ance 22, 55>455> 1 ?8 Anderson, A aron 545 And erson, b yan 541,5?5 Anderson, L rik ?0, 2?4 Anderson, George 5?5 Anderson, Grace 55b And erson, bathryn 57? Anderson, Lyle 565 Anderson, Melissa 557 Anderson, Nathan 5 97 Anderson, Gean 575 And erson, Tim 77 Anderson, J~imothy 54? Anderson, G ravis 21,5 ?2 Anderson, Warren 502 Andeweg, Derek 405 Andrejevs, Roberts 568 Andresen, Jonathan 58? Andrew, Mark 258 Andrews, Gear 2 1 ,85, 584, 400 Anthony, bai 405 Antoinette, Rhoshonda 1?6 Antonietti, Grie 55b Antonio, burt 9J, 5?8 Antonov, Guennadi 580 Antypas, Robert 542 Appleby, Jonathan 105,585 Appleby, Gteven 544 Apsey, Ghristian 555 na

Ashmore, Jacob 22, I 8 Ashraf, (Jaseeb 5?0 Aspden, Vivien 85,222 J

Atherton, Joseph 577 Atwood, Justin 547 Atwood, Grenton 5n? Auflick, Robert 54o

Augustin, bradt] 1 25 557 Augustine, ]an 58? Avery, b yan 1 1 1 555 Avery, John 455,202 ,

Ayers.John 258

Aragon, Aaron 5?5 Arbuckle, George 157; 555 Arcand, Robert 57 • Archer, Michael 56 1 Arehart, Jonathan 2?4 Arellano, ReRoy 222

Arendsee, 7achary 575 Aretz, Donald 5 1 4

Armstrong, Gpencer 555

Amail, Josh 125 Amall, Joshua 555 Arndt, Jacob 545 Ameson, Nathan 1 ?4 Amts, Relly 567 Aronoff, Jonathan 125,55? Arrington, pjizab eth 555 Ascazubi, bohorc^uez 55 1 Aselti ne, Ghomas 401 Ash, Lonnie 8 1, 5 1 8 Ashicj, Waleed 56 1 Ashman, Ghomas 186

babb, Mark 555 babbitt, bqle 56 1

bachmeyer, Philip 565

backes, Jonathon 558 backh us, Prederick 5 62 bacue, Gtephanie 56 1 bader, Matt 1 OO bader, Matthew 1/0 bae, Ghang 402 bae, PJward 555 b gby, Leighton 58 1 bagdziunaite, |eva 22, 1 JO a

bailey, Jacob 5?5

bailey,Jake 125 bailey, Gtefanie 555 bailie, Mark 401 baird, Raitlin 57? baisch, Ghristop her 5? 1 baker, P lizabetn

186

baker, James 8 1,550 baker, John 1 pO baker, Russell 57? baker, Ryan 2?4 baker, G ean 526 balcao, Gcott 85, 5?5 balch, p)aniel 687 bald win, Guy 578 bald win, Joel 545 baldwin, Joseph 551 baldwin, Lisa 575 ball, Jonathan 1 70 balser, Gary 5?5 balskus, Joseph 554

balthazar, Gimothy 548 balzh iser, Gregory 1 J8

bamford, Ryan 144, 560 baney, Aaron 547 bang, Newton 551 banham, William 5?7

banker, John 274 banks, Diane 558

banning, Douglas 56 1

bannister, Collette 85, 557 bansal, baran 56? bar, Daniel 405 bar, Matthew 568 baran, Christopher 2 1,572 barbee, Jessica 5?7 barbee, Melissa 560

Darber, Jordan 555 Darber, Wayne 5<3/ D rger, J\bby 562 fjarlow, Joshua 569 Darlow, Daitlin 20, 5 6b Darlow, [_ogan 5 5/ Darlow, Robert 52? Darnard, Matthew 57+ 5a rnea. Remington 5+7 5 arnes, Kyan 5??

Dehrendt, D ady 565 Deins, Aausha 595 Delger, Mitchell ^45 5elh ows ki, Mark 40 I 5elb owski, Robert 595 Dell, Derek 25, 55+ 5ell, James 5b? Dell, William 550 Delleau, LJi abeth 5+1 Dellissimo, Da p

D in ggeli, Alicia 25 + 5.rd,C arson 90, 5+9 D+d, Joshua 5/1 D+d, Dristan 5/2 D'rdsong Uric 575 5"+, Jordan 579 5n+T imothy 55 +

5arnhart, Nicholas 1 32 Id 20, 553 5arnhart, L 5arrett, Marie 5+5 Darrett, Mary 99, 5 65 ona

Darrington, [Jeather 25 5b4 ,

5arron, Mario 555 Darrow, Aaron 55b

5arry, Matthew 555 fjartak, Mark 57 1 Dartee, Garrett 576 Dartik, Jason 157 555 fjartlett, Austin 557 Dartlett, Lyndon 575 jjarton, D e Jamin 557 Dartron, Gamuel 13b ,

Dasnight, Dachry 5 b 5 Dateman, Jonathan 5 +b Dates, Douglas 559 Dates, Darah 55 1 D a uer, D h 5b 1 Dauer, Nicholas 595 Dauer, WMliam 401 r|

Dayne, (Jasey 21 ,+ 1 Dayne, (Jharles 577 Dazzell, Daylee 5 b 1

156

121 , 56 b

Deaubien, Matthew 575 Deaudoin, Daniel 592 Deaud reau It, Matthew 5+5 Deaulieu, Dteven 597 Deck,/\ anda 55 5 Deck, (Jhad 550 Deck, Jason 121,550 Deck, Joseph 23b Decker, D rtjan 101,557 Decker, Jacob 55b Decker, Joseph 555 Decker, Philip 573 Deckiey, Gbane 1 9+ Dedard, Alexander 551 Deeler, Jessica 575 Deene, Nath aniel 5 b5 Deeson, Michael +55, 195 Dehning, Lj ant 55, 195 m

Denza, Matt 1 25 1 5 1 Denza, Matthew 253 Derger, Andrea 1 1 5 5+9 ,

Dergeron, Lindsey 20 29 +

Dergkamp, Jonathan 5 55

Deard, James 595 Deard, Nate 90 Deardslee, Robert 57 1 Deasock, Jennifer 5+7

Deatty, Meghan 5 b5

Dentley, David 551 Dentley, Kjmberly 250

Daughman, Wayne 125 Daxley, Jared 90,5 b3 D a <-)dala, Andrew + 55

Delondo-fdatt, KNstoffer 555 Delvi II, Jason 107, 555 Deader, "Lhomas 5+1 Dender, ~~Lom 1 04, 1 05 Dendrick, Jessica 296 Denfield, Daniel 5 b 7 Dengard, Liadsaq 121,563 Den Llassen, Liras 5 &7 Dennett, Patrick 575 Dennett, Dteven 555 Denson, Meredith 103, 109,455 Dent, "Limothy 405 Dente, Nich olaus 575

Dergman, Andrew I 1 O, 1 1 1,5 b 6 Dergoo, Adam 5+9 Dergoo, Kobin +3, 552 Dergstrom, Austin 559

Derry, fjdwin 97 535 Derry, Justin 122,125,5+5 Derry, Matthew 202 Derry, Nicholas 5 ++ Derry, Robert 97 55 1 ,

Derszoner, Matthew 592 Detha ncourt, Robert 55 b Dethea, Mc[_ean + 55 2 I O Dettinger, Robert 400 Detz, Peter 559 Devers, Daniel 555 Deville, Patrick 5+5 Dexten, Damuel 579 D'ba, Drandon 557 Diddle,"] iffany 1 15,559 Diechler, Ross 5 b 1 Dien, Michael + 55 21 + ,

Digelow, Molly 555 Digel ow, Lydia 570 Digler, Aaron 222

D'hansky, Ahornas 51,552,55+ DiHings, | eter 570 Dina, L lien 121, +05

Disson, Joseph 1 90 Dius, Drandon 575 Dlack, Drett 20,232 Dlack, A'mothy 55 1 Dlackburn, Michael 552 Dl anc, Joseph 290 Dl anc, Joseph Deau 455 Dlankenship, John 5+5 Dledsoe, Devon 5 b 5 Dlessinger, David 557 Dl'nn, J ames 5+5 Dloch, Denjamin 55 1 Dlocker, M'les-Ayson 557 Dlong, Lindsat) 57+ Dl ume, (Jhristian 55 b Dlume, Moban 595 Dlumhoefer, D'lJ 1 25 Dlumhoefer, William 555 Doardman, Drian 97 597 D°bbs, Jordan 559 D°chert, John 5+0 ,

Doeing, Jeremy 250 Doerboom, Jason 1 74 Doese, George 5 b5 Doethin, Daniel 5bb Doettcher, David 455, 253 Dogert, Gteven 542 Dogner, Dcott 595 Dogrette, Dusan 255 Dohlender, |van 90 5+7 Doh! man, Jeff 59 1 Dolles, Ryan 5 ++ Dolt, Karl 75, 54b Doman, Jason 26b Donanno, Alison 57b Dond, Albert 5b2 Donneau, Michelle 550 ,

Doogar, Stephen 40 1

Doom, Gordon 559 Dooth, Jason 557 Dooth, William 175 Dorchardt, L Jinton 5+9 Dordelon, Devin 597 Dorders, Andrew 555 Dorgerding, Justin 5b5 Index 469

Borradaile, fvliehscl 550 Borriello, Jeff 35+ Borroni, Philip 355 Borseth, Thomas 375 Bosack, Michael 37+ Bosch, Michelle 35 1 Bosley, Michael 35<3 B°twinski, TJamuel 3 do Bouchard, Laura 5-3,373 Bourgeois, Todd 132 Boutin, Jennifer 5-55) 2-53 Bowen, Paul 573 Bowen, Rudolp h 5d7 Bowens, Aaron 375 Bower, Jeremy 2d, 273 Bowman, Joshua 353 Plowman, Lenneth 357 P)owron, James d, 7, 1 7, 5-0, 57> 7 1

Brende, LJ beth 23,332 Brenner, Chad 3+7 Brenner, Bcott 33 5 P)resnahan, James 335 Brewer, Joey 1 22, 1 23 Brewer, Joseph 55* 57+ P)rewer, L°g

Burk, P)avid 373 Burke, Nicholas 400 Burke, Patrick 20, 1 JO, 33+ Burks, Jonathan 121,3+5

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5urley, Jared 20 Burley, Jarred 1 70 Burney, Trenton 35*

Bradfield, Baniel 3d3 Brady, Levin 35* Brady, L 1 2 1

Burnham, Matthew 37* Burnum, Jacob 377 P)urrows, William 53 1 )rinkmann, Chris +05 Brinson, Cnrico 335 fjursey, Lauren 25, 1 1 2, 1 1 3, 370 Burton, L_ric 557 fjrittingham, John 37d Burton, Matthew 3++ P)rittner, Michael 335 d Nicholas 353 Burton, 5 3 Britzke, C °ffrey Burton, Nick 1 1 O, 123 Brock, Joseph 533 Burton, Trista 3 d 1 Brodie, Christin 1 07, 377 Burtschi, Jacob JJ, 5+d Brommer, L uc as 373 P)urwinkle, Adam 350 Brooks, Man' 3 3+3 Busch, AJson 337 Brooks, Ryan 537 P>ush, Andrea 1 d5, 337 Brown, Andrew 332 P)ush, Lisa 371 Brown, Antonio 337 Bush, Michael 352 P>rown, C°dy 22, 152 Brown, Bavid 377 Bushey, L t +3, 1 1 d, 1 1 J Brown, L ric 350 Bushey, Catherine +55, 2dd Bushnell, Ryan 374 Brown, Cregory 3d+ P)rown, Jason 7°,+55, * Bussell, [Jonald 377 Brown, Joel 3<30*®®*^ Bustamante, Cassandra 377 Brown, Marvin 37+ Butikofer, Casey 1 25, 375 Brown, M'tch 74, 75 Butler, Anthony 70 jmm Brown, Nathan 352 Butler, fjavid 3+3 Brown, Philip 334 Butler, John 377 Brown, Robert 3d;^^B8 er, Robert 3 5.3.aia 1 Brown, B'las 3^0 E>utt, Cpencer L i 1,^ Butterfield, Caitiin 1 6y, 3j Brown-Bymkoski, Brian 2 1 4 Rpc P)utzin, L)avid 3+5 Browning,

Brady, Limberley 550 Brady, Matt JO Brady, Matthew 32d Braley, Andrew 1 JO Braley, Jack JO Braly, Andrew 5 d 1 Branch-Romero, Lhary 355

Brozetti, Justin 357 Brumfield, RJon 405 Brummer, Tyler 375 Brustuen, Leif 57 * Bruton, Lyle 337 Bruton, Ron 70

Brewer, TJ er 2d2

Bridgeman, Jeremy 537

157, *dd, 1 6j, 5-0 1,40d-+1 2, 41 5-5-23,

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Boyadjian, Cjrc^orij 3d 1 Boyce, Brett 1 25 Boyce, prank 35+ Boyd, Adam 152 Boyd, Btephen 3dd Boyer, Christopher 35* Boyer, Btephanie 3d7 Boyes, Christopher 20d Boyle, Matthew 3* + Boyter, Jesse 377 Bozynski, Peter 1 25, 3+0 im

Branchflower, Todd 5d5 Brandt, Charles 535 Brannen, Thomas 173 Brannon, Matthew 403 P)rantigan, Chades 35-5 3 dO Brazell, And P)reau, Cody 553 Breaux, Bradley 372 Breedlove, P)ra dley 355 P)rehm, C' 2.73 Breiding, [Janiel 103,375' Breland, T oy 377 rew

Broyles, Rpc 1 74

5yk er, Joseph 1 7+ Byrnes, Michael 3d7

Bryant, Trier d, 20, 2d, 1 70 P)ubb, C

ra nt

1 JO

Buchanan, And 333 Buchanan, James 21,322 Buchholtz, Matthew 355 Buck, Austin 3 35 P)uck, Cbannon 1 14, 1 1 5, *75 Buck, Theresa 553 Buckhout, Nathan 334 Buckles, Phillip 70 rew

P>udzyn, Joseph 35 1

Buehner, Michelle 375 B gg, Christopher 275 B gg, Michael 202 Bullae nneth 3d 1 Bull ock, [Javid 20d u

Bultemeier, Lathij 2d2

Bump, Stephen

Bunker, Adam 357 Buonomo, T J- 210 Bupane, LJizabeth 543 Burden, Martin 214 Burdette, Ben 1 05 Burgess, T+even 553 470 Index

55 7

C^biao, Magno 152 Cadwelb Jnstin 5dO Caldwell, Brittain 375 Caldwell, James 3d3 Caldwell, Jesse 3dd Calfee, Alan 377 Callahan, Joshua 37 1 Callahan, Richard 347 Callahan, Bean 377 Calloway, Levin 274 Camacho, Bean 515 Cam illetti, Jonathan 3d5 Camp, James 3 d5

Camp, Whitney 3 JJ Camp>bel Brian 5d2, 3d7 Campbel Christopher 22, 534 Campbel Bean 70 Campbel John 3d5 Campbel Lerrie 377 Campbel Matthew 357 Campbel Robert 230 ,

Campbel Thomas 3+7 Campion, John 30d ,

Campo, Belwyn 3 JJ

Gampos, Osborne 1/0 Gandiotti, [Jerek 535

Gangealose, Joseph 572

Gannard, [Daniel 105,5+7 Gannon, Risa 27+ 21 + Gannon, Rthan 537 Gaparelli, Gaples, donnor +0 1 Gapon, Raul 2 1 O Garberry, John 5^7 Garden, Nath aniel 2 I 3

Garerj, Rric 27+

Garey, Gach 125 Garey, Zachary 257 Garfagno, James 5+7 Gargill, W'ii iam +02 Garlisle, Matthew 57 + Garlos, Glaire 555 Garlson, Mark pO, 253 Garnahan, Gyle 577 Gamey, G ea 37 Garney, Ghaun 7 °, 557 Garnovale, Nicholas 557 Garolan, Ryan 5+4 Garp, Gbris 70 n

Garp, Gbristopher 573 Garpenter, [Job 77 Garpenter, Ratrick 57 b Garpenter, Robert 5 b 7 Garpenter, William 173

Gbarbonneau, Matt IOI Gbarbonneau, Matthew 537 Ghase, Rhett 103,107,5^5 Ghattin, Robert 2/0

Garrillo, Ghristopher 5 57 Garroll, [Jradley 537 Garroll, Gbayne 555 Garter,/\licia 535 Garter, A 5 bton 257 Garter, Garrison 577 Garter, Jeffrey 2/8 Garter, Jennifer 577 Garter, Michael 5 +b Garter, Mike 22 Garter, Robert 5+7 Garuso, Joseph 2 b 2 Garuso, Paul 577 Garver, Matthew 577 Gasano, Michael 577 Gascio, Uaniel 577

Gasey, [Janiel 2 bb

3 1,510 Gasillas, o Gasler, Gbristopher 1 70 Gassidy, Ratrick 573 Gassleman, James 25+ Gastillo, Retricia / 8 77 77 + Gastillo, Rosa 7 1 O Gastle, [Jan 3 7 Gastle, [Janiel 121,737 Gastro, Joseph 777 Gastro, Victoria 5 b 1 Gatala no, Marc + 7 b, 270 Gatherwood, RJizabeth 77 + Gatoire,/\ drew 3 1,777 Gatsulis, Gpi 77 Gattaneo, Nicholas 7^7 Gatta neo, Nick 107 scar

Glark, Tyler 577 Glawson, Michael 57+, 1 1 7

Glayton, Josh pO Glayt on, Joshua 557 Gleeton, [Jysart 50b Gldand, A anda 107,273 Glemens, Rjeather 5 b 5 Glement, J~aren 502 Glemmer, Will iam 57 b Glemson, [Jonald 535 Glifford, Joshua 5 b 1 Gasset, Ryan 1 1 5, 577 m

ore,

Alycia 57 1

osner,

[Javid 575

Gloutier, Rurt 5 b 7

G°akley, Rrin 577

Gbeng, Richard 5 bb

Garrigan, Garrigan, Geoffrey 57 b

Gbapot, Gbappy 25 Gbapot, Gbarles 533

Gben, Risiang 537 Gb eng, Jason +OI

Geoff 25

Gb avez, Relicia 5 b 7 Gben, Garl + 5 b, 253

Garrier, Gkawn 5 b 7

Gaulk, Andrew 737 Gavanaugh, Michael 575 Gecil, G^ephen 577 Gepak, Michael 1++, 1+5 Gerise, Michael 5+0 Gerni, Mark 575 Ghadwick, G'las 557 Ghaffee, Rauren 557 Ghaffee, Rerry 273 Gbal, Nathan +7b, 21 + Gb ambers, Gba rles 5 3 b Gb ampion, Adrian 57' Gban, [Jennis 5+2 Gbandler, Gteven 577 Gb ang, Jeremy 22,77b Gbang, Will iam +5 b, 1 7+ Gb aparro, Jose 5+7 Gba pman, jjenjamin 171 Gba pman, G ene ll 1 7+ Gb apman, Ratrick 5 1 +

Gbiasson, J”bomas 537 Gbidester, Michael 557

Gbigbizola, Nicolais + 7 b, 273 Gbild ers, Rebecca 577 Gbilds, Rjolly 21,232 Gbin, [Jrian 5+0 Gbinery, M ark 575 C .hism. Matthew 567 *Gllebek, Randall 535 ~4 QjoJJoug J+7 Gho, | hilip 555

Gobb, John ^77 Goburn, RRarlet 5+7 G°ckburn, jfohn 57 I Gocomazzi 577 Gody ,5 ama ntha 570

G°dy, Tyler 577 Goe, Jeffrey 57 1 .

ny 50b 5 b7

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y[Robert 572

Gboate, Rauren + 5 577 Gb oe, Reter 577 Gboeset, A G- 70 Gbott, Natban 77 ° Gbou, Rjsi 7b7 Gbounet, Natalie 23b Gbrist, Josbua 577 ,

Gole, Michael 1 7 1 G°le, Rhillip 1 1 1 557 G°leman, |an ^rp /,286 ,

Gbristensen, [Jenjamm 577 Gbristie, Ryan 577

Gbristopber, Bryan 572 Gbristopber, Jason 57 Gbristopber, Gteven 20,572 ,

Gbronister, [Jradley 77 1 Gbua, Michael 232 Gbung, Gbristina 572 Gb ung, Gonnie 57 b Gburcb, Gcott 5 b 2 Gbuva, [Jean 3 1 5 b 5 Gienski, Galeb 273 GiUo, Brady 52 b Gipolla, Andrew 7+5 Gl app, Jjarab 270 Gl ark, Gasey 27 + Gl ark, Robert 577 ,

Goleman, Michael +77, 5 1 + Goleman, M'ke 52 G°Hier, Urice 5+5 G°Hins, Amber 25 G°llins, Gbristopher 77 b G°Hins, Garrett 777 Gollins, Rate 577 G°Hins, Rindsey + 77 7 10 G°Hins, Melissa 57 b ,

ex 471

(Rollins, Nathan 1 77 Colter, Colby 57 > Comer, Adam 557 Compton, Phil 5 5 I Condict, Clark 125,555 C°nine, Aaron +00

Couch, Clayton 75,+57 210 Courtade, Robert 5+7

Cwiakala, Ashley 402

Cwynar, Ryan 557 Cyphers, Caley 577 C^abaranek, Joseph 548

ourtois, P ric 5 3 1

C°usino, ~Pbomas 5 b 1 C° rale, Jeff 121 Coverdale, Jeff 2 1,222 Cowan, Jdmothy 1 52 Cowles, Parker 5 5 121,557 Cowling, TJ- 1 Cowling, TJ

C za L C+even 575

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D U Amato, Anthony 8 5 121 Michael 202 D’A ,

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D’Agostino, Joseph 557

Cox, Ryan 250 Cox, Timothy + 57 1 77 Crandall, Matthew 577 Crane, fjrooks 555 Cranford, Ora 155 Crawford, |an +05 Craycroft, Oarah 57^ Crellin, O c °tt 55 + Cremer, Jon 555 Crespo, Robert 5 55 Crespo, Ouzanne 22 Crews, Abigail 575 j

Conley, Christopher 5b 1 Conley, Liam 577 Conley, Mary 5 6 / 5b8 Conley, C e an

Conlon, Ryan 5 1 5 Conrad, Joe 5 1 Conrad, Joseph 402 Conrad, Ross 254 Consiglio, Robert 577 Consolo, Jared 555 Conte, Cric-Christopher 525 Contreras, Janice 557 Cook, d~revor 5 1,57# Cooper, Andrew 105,557 Cooper, fjrandon 5+5

Cooper, [Javid 554 552 Cooper, R Cooper, Megan 5 1 4 Cope, Rrank 57 • Cope, Joshua 557 Cope, T ravis 1 05 Cocjueri lie, Luke 555 samu

Crowley, Matthew 557 Crozier, C+ephen 125, 557 Cruickshank, Clayton 1 05, 557 Crum, fjrian 555 Crump, J~homas 7°, 5+5 Crumrine, Revin 102 105,541 Cruz, Nicholas 5 55 Cuevas, J3 bawn 55 1

Culp, Ashley 400 Culp, C+efanie 557 Culpepper, Rlijah 55 1

Cultra, Drooke 77, 575 Culver, Cbris 25 Culver, Christopher 5 1 5 Cumbie, prank 578 Cummings, Oavin 457 > 7+ Cummings, Mai colm 5 55 Cunningham, Cameron 555 ,

Cornejo, Angelica 555 Cornelio, Larry 554 Corneliussen, jjaniel 55 5

Corpman, David 555

Correll, Jason 405 522 Corrigan, C e an

Cortes-Lawrence, C+acy 5 1 + Cortner, Ryan 587 Corvin, Carl 2 1,25, 54 550 ,

472 Index

Crockett, J”homas 557 Cronican, Reith 1 1 5, 5+2 Crosbie, Oteven 550 Cross, Adam 5++ Cross, Clyde 25, 254 Cross, [Jennis 557 Cross, Joe 575 Crouse, Parian 57b Crowell, C°rey 5 87

Cordell, David 1 7+ Cordova, John 550 Cork, Matthew 401 Corless, James 5b5 Corliss, Meaghan 5<5 5

Cote, Paul 57 1 C°tham, James 175 C°tham, Michael 105 Cotter, Ren I 1 5 Cotter, Renneth 5+1

Crippes, Matt 1 25 Crippes, Matthew 5+0

Cunningham, Phillip 587

Cure, [_uke 555 Curlett, Lracee 121,575 Curran, Caitlin 57 1 Curran, Joe 121 Curran, Joseph 575 Curry, Rellen 587 Curtins, Amanda 1 55 Curtis, Amanda 554 Cusano, Ciancarlo 557 Cutino, Joshua 585 Cuyler, Collins 555

U^Amore, "Rbomas 5 S/ D’Arcy, fjrian 547 Dachroeden, A aron 555 557 fjadosky, P Dahlstrom, P)rittany 5 1 5 van

fjahm, Ccott 552 Dale, Reegan 557 Daleiden, Joshua 282 Dali, Jason 107 5+1 Dallas, P)righam 57 1 Dalrymple, Diana 555 Dalrymple, Ccott 57 t Dalton, Mjji 57 + Daly, Jacob 5 5 1 Daly, Jake 75 Daly, Michael 557 Damele, Christopher 57 1 Daniels, Matthew 575 Daniels, Cbomas 577 Daniels, ~Pravis 2 1 O Danielson, Adam 402 Danielson, Dustin 557 Danley, Matthew 575 Darcus, Denisha 1 78 Darnell, Walter 457 20b Dasher, Mark 502 Davi, Joseph 552 Davidson, Andrew 577 Davidson, P)rianne 555 Davis, Andrew 547 577 ,

Davis, Andy 75 Davis, P)radley 555 Davis, P>rady 57 1 Davis, P)randon 1 25, 545 Davis, P)rett 1/8 Davis, Daniel 575 Davis, Donald 58 1 Davis, Rric 545 Davis, Jaccjueline 1 7 1 Davis, Jamie 77,401 Davis, John 5b+ Davis, Jukari 5 55 Davis, Justin 215 Davis, Ryle 575 Davis, Matt 1 1 1 Davis, Matthew 577 Davis, Nicholas 557 Davis, Richard 22 b Davis, Will iam 557 Dawson, Justin 555 Dawson, Nathaniel 577 Dawson, Veronica 55+

Day, C harity 5+8

177

Day, David 5d5 Day, Derek 575 Day, Justin Ill, 57^ Day, Russell 5d4

Dieu, And 70 Dieu, Andre 277 D i L o JR) I i s 57/ Dillett, Carrett 5^5

Dueno, Rric -5d I Dues, Bfandon 25, 5dp

Deal, David 5dl

Dufaud, Ryle 537 Duffey, Ratrick 405

jjmon, Connie 537

Deans, Christopher 77 5^ Deas, Roseman 270 Deaton, Colly 577 j

DeRxuzzi, v3,ean I 05 Decker, Cflfistopher 573 Decker, CJ 22 D Roor, Matthew 575 de | 'reitas, /\drian I / 8 D gerlund, Rurt 1 05, 2d2 DeCuzman, Jeremy 571 Deignan, Chari es 166 Deike, William 537 Dekker, Travis 70, 577 Delacruz, Rmmanuel 555 De La Cruz, Regan 24, 405 DeRaRuente, Aaron 251 DeLaRuente, AJ +77 Delaney, Rrian 535 De La rena, Christopher 2 1 3 de la Rosa, Tamuel 2 1,25, 266 De LaT orre, Rrancisco 53 5 De[_auer, Dl iza beth 52d DeRauer, Riz 21,27 Delgiudice, Juliette 553 Dellojacono, D ra d 105,270 e

DeRong, Rhiiip 254 Delosreyes>JShn«^^ D emarsgi^^rtl^^J^^^^ ^IPcmmon, C hristo pher 577 D Monte, Joseph 57+ e

DeNeve, Allen 5 + 5 Denfjoed, Rachel 1 7+ Dennis, Aaron 182 Denton, Alexander 40 1

DeRierre, Ryle^^22d

Derbigny, Chay 77, 5+7 DeRienzo, Joseph 457,257 DeRiggi, R)en I 07 DeRiggi, R)enjamin 5+1

DeRusha, Dan 3 5, 121 DeRusha, Daniel 577 Derwae, Andrew 577 Desai, Rurvi +57) • 70, De Cantis, "Ryler 5d 1 De5^ azo, De nise 57 1 Desmet, Jena 5 67 DesO rmeaux, And rew 270 Deutsch, D'llon 577 Devine, fjrian 5d2 Devine, Rirk 12 1,40 1 Devlin, Jacob 125,577

Devoney, R)iHy 1 O 1 Devoney, William 5dd Dewees, R)radley 5+7 Diaz, Vincent 57 3 Di£>ella, A ndrew 27 + D'dier, Jeremy 5 d5 Diehl, Mindee 577 Die ringer, Michelle 41,5+0 Dietrich, Joshua 577 Dietrich, Matthew 5^5

Duffy, fjlake 547

D'lts, Joseph 535 Dinsdale, Matthew 577 DO rio, Dominic 177 DiR aolo, Joseph 5+ 1

Dufrane, Robert 557 Dumas, Joey 1 d4, 135 % Duncan, Rric 577 Duncan, Matthew 530 Dunk, Adam 557

\J\ | ornmaso, Victor 5+7

Dunlap, Christopher 534 Dunlop, Chelley 5+7

D'ss, Rric 557

D'tson, Matthew 57 1 Divine, James 2 10 Dixon, Nicholas 5+7 Dixon, Nick 1 1 1 Dobbs, Michael 401 Dobias, David 57 Doerter, Allison I 7 1 Doeter, AHison 57 Dohallow, ~Ryler 37, 7°, 574 Dolan, Morgan 12 1,535

Dolby, Christopher 5 /2 D°lley, Rachary 575 Domingo, "Rroy 577 Domogala, Mark 57+ Donaldson, Jeff 122, 125 Donaldson, 277 Donaldson

Dunn, fjrian 547 Dunn, James 57 J Dunn, John 545 Dunn, Jonathan 53d

’Murin'~Rana. 121,550 l^JQm e, Jose ph 5 5 6 .

Dupuis, Ryan 125 Durey, Deb 1*3R Durey, Deborah 57 1 Durkin, Thomas 5Od Durstein, Alexandt 557 Duvall, Ratrick 5 k Dvorak, RacR 533 255 Ada Dybe, 2m R ete m Dh er

Donald Donne D°nne

I^Snol^^^whri stop her 5 7d

ljP^l^raJ^5§S ^5 77

Dormire, JRleanor 557 Dorsey, R_ric 25, 570 Dorward, Anthony 1 25, 5+7 D°sa, R)nan 5d5 Doss, Aaron 577 Doster, Rimothy 577

R agan, Justin 1 3 5 R.ames, R)etsy 1 07

Dam^Rolin 107,522

RJISSFlLI iza beth 5 d 5 Jila^inart, Isaac 5 1 7 Ijl^^ffiian, Joseph 5 3 5 Ifjj^OTian, Ceth 2/8 Ijjf^jon, Renne th 54 7 ■Egg"

Douglas>Jul ianne 5+5 Douglass, Matthew 53d D°wd, Thomas 277 Dowds, Danielle 1 1 5, 57 1 D°wds, Dominick 5 d5 Dowling, Austin 5+5 Down, Joe 52 Down, Joseph 502 Downer, Joshua 5 + 5 Doyle, John 552 Doyle, R ea 54+ Doyle, Robert 5+7 Doyon, Robert 5 d 7 Drake, R)enjamin 535 Drake, David 1 7 + Drennan, David 572 Drew, Jennifer 107,555 Duarte, Rim J Duarte, Rimberly 553 Duarte, Rimberly 2 d Dubiel, Tanya 22 5 +d Du 5 ois, RJristopher 535 -

Duchene, "Ryler 202 Duck, Daniel +01 Duechle, Cric 5 d5

^Rjberle, ^rait t 70, 457^ R chols, Dradley 532 Rcklebe, Daniel 5 55 R-ddu Drian 434^^-

rnorfas, -fVoofert 555 *R^Jwards, Adam 70 Ed wards, And 573 Ed wards, Dennis 55 Rdwards, Jahmil 21,570 Edwards, Jeffrey 577 Ed wards, Jonathan 522 EJwards, Relly 5d4 EJwards, Melissa I 1 5, 577 E dwards, Rat 70 Dd wards Jahmil 3 1 E-fird, James 527 rew

Dgbert, Troy 552 Egbulefu, Rortune 557 Rggert, Matthew 575 R^gley, Rachel 20, 573 EJin, Rric I OO, 101,551 E-hrler, Melissa 577 Rjckholt, Casey 5<37

Peucht, Matt 21, 1 07 peucht, Matthew 5b2 Pew, VVilliam 5+5 piacco, P)ryce 175 Piedl er, Jack 555 pield, Uavid 5 5 5 pindlay, Pamela 73,77, 57'

L vensen, /\mani 57' P verett, Joana 77,577 P verette, Matthew 5^7

LJdredge, Nathan 557 EJl'ott, £>rian 577 P lliott,. James 575

P lliott, Jonathan 55 b P lliott, ^Stephen 555 P His, Uorothy 550 Lli is, Joseph 5^1 LJlis, Joshua 5^5 LJlis, Richard 2 1 1 LJIsworth, Nathan 535 LJmore, pjchard 5 5 '2 575 LJms, Laeanna 5 b 7 fjmstrand, Patricia 552 LJsbernd, Paul 1 07 555 PAbry, Andrew I b 4 277 PJmery, Austin 1 / 1 fjmory, Rachael 107 5+5

Powers, Montanna 5+1 P wing, P)onald 155 P wing, Lucas 70, 5 bb P xstrom, Christopher 5-02

Pinger, P rin 553 pingerson, Jacob 177

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L ngelhardt, Chris + 57

' 7

P_ngellcen, (Jhris 557 P.nglert, Chris 70 5 <5 1 L_nglish, Caleb 22 E-ngl ish, Michael 550 P.nlow, Ryan 57 ,+ 53 177 L.nyart, pjizabeth 38/ L PP Clinton 557 ,

205 Pink, And pink, Jonathan 20b pinneran, P)rett 5^5 pirth, Jordan 177 pischer, p_rika 5b5 pischer, Jacob 21 1 pisher, p)randon 5-00 pisher, Lukas 105,535 Litch,Adam 70,510 Litch, Chelsea 577 Litzgerald, John 125,571

Pabbri, Latelyn 577 Pabricius, C°dy 5+b padgen, P)aniel 5 5 Pagan-pelly, A+efan 55 1 Pale, C°rr) 2 86 Pancher, Ryan 252 ang, Uavid 5+1 Pantauzzi, Michael 5b7 Paraon, Rorey 277 P arkas, Ronald 577 Parrar, A °tt 557 c

Parren, P van 5b5

Lpp, Travis 502

Litzpatrick, L.rin 107, 5b2 Litzsimmons, Michael 550 Liaherty, pJ beth 1 7 1 Llahive, John 557 Llatebo, Jessa 5*5+ Lleharty, Matthew 53 1 Lleharty, Michael 5+1 lza

Llick, James 5 b 1 Llickinger, P)rett +53, 1 8J Llietstra, P)ryan 2 86 Liores, Ricardo 57+ Llorsz, Jonathan 5-01

Lloyd-James, Ayana 121 552 LJnn, C eg 101 Plynn, Gregory 557 Pa nn, Leather 535 Llynt, Lilly 1 2 plynt, William 2 1 5 ,

Lath, Atony 575 Laulkner, Jeffrey 5b7

L-Pperson, Lyle 1 1 5, 575 Cpstein, Jarred 575 L_pstein, Levin 5 b5

L rickson, L van 535 L.rickson, A e th +00

L_rives, Leslie 577 L scalera, Marco +02 L skildsen, |lea 55+ L spegio, Ciovanna 22, 175 L stes, Nathan 575 P thredge, John 270

L_ulberg, Lasey 1 77 P vans, Claris 7° P vans, Christian 575 P vans, P dmund 551

P vans, L,ric 1 05 P vans, Jennifer IS 5 P vans, Joseph 171 P vans, joshua 1 <S 5 P vans, Melissa 5 b 1 P vanson, Whitney 555 474 Index

Pech, Michael 502 ^pedornak, A ea 5b 1 eeney, L jamin 22b Peimster, Justin 577 eldman, [Janiel 5+7 peldman, Jessica 5+5 Pelipe, Alfred 50 b Pelker, fjranden 270 pellhauer, Alisa 1 ++, 55b penton, Lenneth 52.J penwick, P)aniel 55 + perek, Adam 5 b5 n

Perguson, Christopher 577

perrara, A thony 575 perreria, Austin 75,577 Perricher, Jonathon 5 1 5 perries, Will 7° perries, William 1 8J perro, Jonathan 25 8 n

Perry, Greg 1 1 5 Terry, Gregory 5^5

petherolf, Justin 55 3

Pobian, Levin 2 1 S Poglia, Lominic 5+7 Poland, [Javid 222 polino, prancesco 55, 555 Pollett, Chad 75 pollett, Charles 5+0 Pondacaro, Uavid 5 35 Poote, Christopher 453 Pord, Greg 1 25 Pord, Gregory 5^7 Pord, Jason 542 pord, Joshua 577 Pord, "P'mothy 453, 274 poreman, Chad 522 Porney, Matthew 25 1 Porrester, Lenda! 542 Possum, Mitchell 555 Poster, L_ric 405 Poster, Leter 1 O 1 ,544Poster-Jorgensen, [Jans poulon, fjdward 5 b 5

flouts, Austin 335 P owler, And 375> Powler, JJrew 70

powler, George 335 f^ox, Jeremy 3 <3 5 Pox, Lucas 345 poxworthy, A man da 203 praier, Joseph 350 prance, Sean 2.55 prancis, (Jharles 257 P ranck, P)avid 355 Prancke, (Jraig 405

pranklin, P)oedy 70, 45 b, 270 pranklin, ^.achary 350 pranks, (Jhristopher 2b2 Praser, Mark 37 ' Prash, M g ret 23, 33, 1 2 1 ,3b5 Prasier, (Jarli 347 Prazier, p_rin 5b, 6 1 ,453, 1 5 1, 175 ar

Garman, Lane 35-5 Garrett, Pobert 37° Garrett, Gachary 352 Garrish, Jason 575 Gartland, Ganiel 3b7 Gartner, Preston 373 Garvin, Matt 75 Garza, Picardo 377 Gates, Poger 337 Gautreaux, EJliott 375 Gavina, Pyan 21,22, 400 Gavran, Grant 577 Gawlinski, Allison 370 Gay, Samuel 3^7

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preaney, Pyan 352 Preedman, (Jharlotte 77 3 bb preeland, Samuel 57 ' P reeman, Jared 75 347

(Jaalswyk, Luke 3bO Gabbard, Justin 25 5 Gabriel, Louis 3b2 (Jabrielson, TJ 3b4 (Jabso, Matthew 405 Gac, Peter 3bb Gadd is, [Jeborah 347 Gaffney, Josiah 355

Gage, pjarmon 121, 3^7 Gagliardi, Lucas 333 Gagner, Joseph 3b5

Gayden, Molly 401 Gaydosh, Timothy 375 Gayer, Jeremy 357

Gaiser, Peid 107 Gaiser, Pobert 537 Galb rai th, Andrew 121, 5 55 Galindo, fjrandon 3 1 5 Galinis, Jared 3b7 Gall, Gn'c 357

Geiser, Goott 352 Gensic, Matt 1 2 1 Gensic, Matthew 335 Gentri, Jonathan 3b4 Gentry, Gal 25

P reeman, ILyland 333 P reeman, Lindsay 73 352 Preeman, Lindsey / ,

preeman, Thomas 52,55, 323

Pregly, Terrance 3b4 preiman, Alison 177 prench, Timothy 30 b Prey, Shane 547 prider, Josh IOI prider, Joshua 355 Pritts, Nicholas 355 pritz, fjruce 3 &7 Pritzsche, Eb°^d 357 Prost, Pyan 573

pry, Jeffrey 16 / Pry, Paul 5b 1 Prye, John 7b, 77, 3bb pryer, P)ryon 355 Pryling, Michelle 121,3^5 puchs, Miohael 557 Pugate, John 3b3 pugate, L andros 3b 1 Pulfer, Weston 577 pulgham, G^ad 37' puller, Mark 270 pulton, Gachary 355Pucjua, Matthew 27 1 e

purnary, Jeffrey 35b Purseth, Pete 7° Purseth, Peter 2 1 5 P urtuna, Stefan I 5 7 puson,John 3b4

Gallagher, pjward 455,

Gentry, McAllister 2 Gentry, Michael 37b George, P>rian 27 1

275

Gallagher, Stephen 3" Gallagher, Steve 455 Gallegos, Pebecca 120, 12 ,527 Galli, Victoria 3b3 Gallman, Alexander 335 Galloway, Golleen 23,21 1 Gamage, Gbarith 37 b Gamble, Gbris 23 Gamble, Gbristopher 372 Gamez, Julio 2 I 5

Gandy, Stephen 3b2

Garcia, [Javid 35 1 Garcia, p_ric 5 1, 3 b2 Garcia, Jaime 215 Garcia, Lionel 342 Garcia, M'ch aela 1 7 1 Garcia Peyes, Jose 35b Gardner, P) jamin 355 Gardner, Justin 57 I Gardner, Matthew 25 5 Gardner, Nicholas 57^ Garguile, Noah 70 5 b5 Garlit, Lawrence 3'5 en

Gemdes, John 275 G rlach, Jeff 1 b4 Gerlach, Jeffrey 1 75 Gertiser, [Javid 277 Gerton, Pebecca 121,347 e

Get, Amy ' 1 3, 347 Getzelman, PJIen 303

Gbigna, Matt 75 Gbigna, Matthew 3b7 Giannini, L>obby 5 b, 70

Giannini, Pobert 347 Giannone, Michael 3 b5 G'bbs, Eb yan 21,3bb G'bbs, Jamie 3b7 G'boney, Lendra 337 G'bson, A drew 75, 575 Gibson, George 555 G'bson, Jenny 23 1 1 3 372 G'bson, Tanner 32 307 Gies, Pemery 355 G'fford, Taylor 455,51 1 Gilbert, Mad ison 335 Gilbert, N'cbolas 375 r

Index 475

Gilbertson, [Daniel 5 15 Gilbertson, Garrett 405 Gilchrist, James 20 5+0 (Jiles, 5 cott 5+7 (jilford, Jenny 2 1 G'H, Andrew 53 5 Gill M'cbael 5 5"+ Gilliam, fjrian 555* Gilliland, Amy 121,215 G'lmcr, Jared 507 G'bean,/\ndrew 557 G ine O) Brian 101,572,

Giagsumrong, Aphichart 107,577

Gippk IJarrison 70 57+ ,

Giroux, Jason 572Givens, R_dward 575 Glad ysz, R° y 77, 5 A Gland on, Nathan 77 555 r

Glasgow, Ryan

Glass, Galvin 6 5, 121,55-7 Gl aves, Rueb 5<?5 Glenn, Gabrielle 575 Gl enn, Robert 5+1 Gloeb, Rristina 22 575" en

Glojelc, Rritz 2 1 Glojelc, Ga ry I 06 Glojek, William 557 Glover, Garrett 557 Glowacki, G^even 577 Gminski, Joshua 555 Gnazzo, R)an 1 05 G azzo, R)aniel 405 Gobrecht, R/ic I 25 Gobrecht, Robert 5+1 Goc, Nicholas 575 Goc, Nicolas 6 I Godbold, Gash 5+5 Goering, Matthew 5*1 Goetz, Joseph 577 Goff, Gary 237 G°h, Matthew 577 Golata, fjenjamin 5^1 Goldman, Rric 573 Goldthwaite, George +53,

Griffin, R)rew 557 Griff in, Ratrick 5++ Griffith, James 535 Griggs, Jason 53 1 Grijalva, G ystal 5+2 Griswold, Rellen 1 25 Gronlund, Nicholas 5+3 Grooms, Ryan 70 Grose, Rindsay 21,35,225 Gross, Aaron 557 Gross, Adam 207 Gross, Rindsay 25 Gross, Gcott 573 Grosselin, Renneth 57 1 Grosselin, Renny 3 5 Grossman, V’ncenza 57 ^ Grossman, Vinny 155 j G oth, Rrian G rothe, Robert I 3 5 Groves, Matthew 530 Grubbs, J acob 535 Gruber, Michael 125 55 + Grunden, Rjunter 5 +^ Grundt, Jessica 575 Gsellman, Rale 5+7 Guenther, Rlaine 70 577 Guerreiro, Gristina 555 Guerrero, Ruben 1 7 1 Guetschow, Rrian 27 1 Guilford, Jenny 155 57 3 Guillebeau, ~Rrisha 5+1 Gulb ransen, Jennifer 537

Goulding, Revin 25, 553 Goulding, Tyler 7+> 75, +02 G°urgues, Matthew 53 1 Gourley, Mark 1 77 Govea, Mark 5G

Gracy, Jeremy

255

Gradaille, Joshua 555 Graff, M'he 25 Graff, William 25, 265, 275 Graham, R)aniel 135 Graham, R]udson 20, 25, 27 + Graham, Jared 57 1 Graham, John 237 Graham, Nicole 35,+53, 227 Gramm, Joshua 5+0 Grandsaert, Patrick 53 1 Grant, Jackson 175 Grantham, Gurtis 70 277 Grasser, Rristen 57 1 Gray, Adam 5++ Gray, Andrew 22, 2 1 5

Gray, Andy 3 1,70 Gray, Matthew 557 Gray, JJyron 5+1

Graziano, Nicole 557 Green, Aaron 5 77 Green, Clifton 577 Green, John 1 77 Green, Rali 555 Green, Renny 577 Green, Rall 400

525

Gonsalves, R_rik 5+7 Gonzales, R_ric 5+0 Gonzales, Marcos 527 Gonzalez, Gesar 57 + Goodhue, R dward 577 Goodman, Marc 577 Goodrich, Rreston 5+5 Goodson, Matthew 577 Gorden, G>ean 1 4+, 5<?5 Gordon, Jeremy 400 Gore, Valencia 5+7 Gorski, Timothy 40 I Goshorn, Ghris 25 Goshorn, Ghristopher l 6 l G°ss, William 5^3 Gosselin, Jeff 3 5 121 Gosselin, Jeffrey I / 1 Gossett, Rjeather 5 35 G°twald, G rl 55 I Gotz, Anthony 555 G^ould, Rrandon 572 ,

Green, Ronald 20 <? jreen, Ghawn 21,53+ Green, Gloan 552 Green, Aim 157 Green, Aimothy 555 Greenaway, R)rendan 107 573 Greendyke, Rrik 55 + Greene, Michael 5+7

Gulczynski, Ratherine 530 Gulledge, Graig 566 Gunaratne, Radawath-

Greenspan, Matthew 205 Greenwade, G te phen 55 6

Greer, Adam 5^1 Greer, R)avid 5<?7 Greer, Jason 101,215 Greeson, Javan 217 Gregis, Garah 55 1

Gregory, Ghristopher 222 Gregory, Gourtney 557

Gresham, James 54 6 Grewatz, Rjannah 207 Grey, G / Grey, Gamuel 547 Gribbin, Uavid 553 Gricol, Gabriel 5+0 Gn'eco, Nicholas 5 <R Gn'ese, Nicholas 5^5 Griesemer, Ahomas 542 Grieshaber 575 am

Grieshaber, Robyn 575

Gn'eshop, Rathleen 567 Griffin, R)aniel 5+6

gama 552

Gunderson, Joshua 535 Gurrola, Ghristopher 567 Gustafson, Ryan 575 Gustafson, Arevor 527 Guth rie, Ashley 453, 25 1

Guy, Cody 547 Guy, Gregory 401 Guy, Jessica 5+5 Guyette, R)rian I 07 567 ,

Guzman, Rric 22 552 Guzman, Rrnesto 401 Guzowski, Mary 555 ,

Rl Rlabrun, Rirk 5d7 Rl a eke ling, Gtephen 545 Rlackett, Ghawn 55 1 Rladley, Aodd 225 Rlafner, Gtefan 550

Rlagener, Ryan 5 35

Malar, Nicholas 3 b 7 Malducek, John +<£, 70, 1 1 I ,+ 58 Halnsfurther, Albert 372 Malcos, Mnc 403 Malblelh, (Jhristopher 335 Maid eman, Jahna 2 1, +57, 255 Male, Limberly 373 Male, L bery | 07 Mall, R)enton 354 Mall, (Jhad 7° Mall, (Jhandler 353 Mall, Jacob 355 Mall, James 377 Mallada, Rrancls 57<S Mallford, Joshua +77 im

Malpern, Joseph 57<3 Malpert, Joel +03 Hamayasu, Nicky 357 Mamllton, Jonathan 57"7 Hamilton, Aorrey 27 1 Mamlett, L istln 1 20, 121,255 Mammerbeclc, Robert 357 Managan, Michael 3b7 Hancock, Mark 5<5+ Handley, Justin 70,370 r

Handy, Ahristopher 3 5+ Haney, John 237 Maney, Nathan 37' Hanks, Robert 337 Hannan, Matthew 3^7 Hannon, [Win 257 Hansen, James 370 Hanson, Ahomas 3+2 Harding, Addison 575 Hardy, Rmandon 20/ Hardy, John 337 Hargis, Male 3 b 1 Marlprasad, Vishaal 527 Marker, April 357 Markins, Megan 107, 377 Harley, Aoliu 22/ Harley, Matthew 377 Harmon, Latherine 377 Harper, |an 101,57' Harr, Richard +77, 23 ' Harris, AJ ' 27 Harris, Andrew 337 Harris, Aaltlln 21,22, 2b3 Harris, domrie ^82 Harris, Maniel 337 Marrls, John 5 &7 Marrls, Lara 355 Marrls, Luke 2 1 7 Marrls, William 237 Marrls, Wyatt 371

Marrlson, Jamal 577 Marrlson, Ryan 57 ' Marrlson, W'Hiam 575 Marry, Melissa 3^7 Mart, (Jhrlstln 37-3 Mart, [Jevln 121,377 Mart, John 277 Marter, Michael +77, 2.27 Marter, M'be 23 Hartley, A^a 5^7 Martung, [Janlel 21,3bO

Martwell, John 3b7 ,

153

Marvey, John 557 Mar^ey, Mary 3b 1 Marvey, Matthew +77, 2 1 7 Marvey, Wravls 37' Marvllle, Jeffery 37b Massan, Jennifer 1 07 Match, Jen +3 Match, Jennifer 2b7 Matfield, John 37' Matt, Matt 22 Matt, Matthew 20,+77, 2b3 Mauclc, |an 107,337 Mauffe, And rew 377 Mauffe, M rew I I 1 Mauffe, Justin 1 1 1,2b7 Maun, Merck 375 Mausmann, Joshua 577 Maverkorn, (Jregory 37 ' Mavko, Andrew 2], 22/ Mawkes, Ashley 57+ Mawklns, Levin 121,375 Hawkins, Michael 3+3 Hawkins, Nathan 125,335 Hawkins, Stewart 375 Hayden, Leith 575 Mayes, James 357 Mayes, Jordan 577 Mayes, Michael 377 Haynes, Ateven 237

Hayward, Lelsey 23, 3<5+ Meacock, Joshua 3b2 Heaton, Aharles 22/ Heaton, Monald 275 Heaton, Monny 70

Menderson, Aarron 577 Menderson, Lauren /&,/7 Menderson, J”oblas 37" 1 Menderson-(Jasteel, Joshua 3b 1 Mendren, Maniel 377 Mendrlck, Robert 577" Mendrlckson, Austin 377 Menlcke, Rmadley 577 Menke, Andrew 77, 357 Menney, Maniel 377" Mennlng, Alexander 377 Menry, Aean 107,3+5 Merd, John 327 Mereford, John 37b Mermantln, (Jregory 35+ Mernandez, (Jarlos +02 Mernandez, Mavld 3b7, 370 Herndon, Robin 21,+57)277 Merold, James 121,271 Merold, Ahomas +03 Merr, Nicholas 3^7 Merrera, Monica 1 32, 3+b

Merrlng, Torln 577 Merrmann, Shawn +57, 303 Mershey, Michael 275

Mershey, Lane 125 Mertach, Anthony 37' Mertzel, Jondavid 15+ Mervey, Lelisa 22, 51,3' ' Merzberg, Matthew 337 Merzfeld, (Jhelsea 253 Mewko, Ayler 123,377 Mickerson, James 3+7 Hickey, Sebastian 277 Mickman, L> re tt 350

Hedges, Menjamin 37'

Hedrick, Alien 70 Meemstra, Mrian 537 Heffelfinger, Mark 2b3 Meffernen, Joshua 37' Hefner, Jeremy 277

Meguy, Nathan 253 Melmburger, Lais 337 Heisel, Mary 5^b Meltshusen, William 577 Helart, Ronda 5<S5 Helland, Man 70 Melland, Maniel 22,3bb Heller, Maniella 23,27' Melller, Matt 55, 121

Melller, Matthew 25 3 Melmers, Nicole 370 Helms, |an 375 Melsel, [Justin 577 Melt on, Joseph 3b5 Memmert, (Jourtney 277 Hempen, [Ac 377

Mempen, Jacob 37-0

Mendel, Andrew 37. Menderschled, Land I Mendershot, (Jolln 5b7 Mendershot, A te phen 3b3

M'cksAarker 3b3 Micks, Ai othy 357 M'dalgo, [Javld +03 b, Jared 277 m

Migginbotham, [Jawn 77, '21 Migginbotham, Latherine 37+ Miggins, [Jan 70 Miggins, [Janiel 303 Migham, (Jharles 37b 1 IiIby, Robert 237 Mildebrand, Will iam 3 Mill, Alex 35 3 Hill, Olds '0+, 105 Index 477

Mill, Christopher 507 M'il) Jonathan 5$7 Mill, N'oole 27 1 1 Jill, Patrick 555 H>H, Xza vior 237 1 Jillier, Adam 5$ 1 (“jiiligrass, [Janiel 5+1 Uillshafer, Leif 557 Minrichsen, l_ars-)Cristian 5b7 l jinton, Maximilian 57 1 Hirst, Stephanie 115 5$b Hiveley, ELrin 5b5 Ho, Calvin 2 J I Hoang, Jonathan 5$b -

Hoang, Jonny 25 Hobbs, Ross 21,1 b+, 2b5

Hocking, Christopher 2 1 7 Hocking, Havid 57° Hocking, [\Jathan 5+7 Hodgkins, Cordon 555 Hodgson, Angela 2?5 Hoecherl, Joseph 5b7 Hofer, Michael 555 Hoffler, H yan +05 Hoff man, Hrian 55+ Hoff man, Raymond 575* H°fman, Criff 55d Hogrefe, JCarianne 557 Holbrook, Samuel 5+7 Holcomb, Leri 577 Hold en, Corey 5 77 Holder, Hamel 5+7 Holets, Ryan 5b 1 Holland, Cody 20, 57° Holland, Matt 77 Holland, Matthew 575 Holland, Robert 207 Holliday, Caitlin 57b Hollingsworth, Joshua 55 <3 Holloway, Nathan 107,570 Holmes, Will +05 Holum, Marc 77.+77, 171 Homan, Jeremony 3 1 Homan, Jeremy 21 1 Hong, And rew 5 b 1 Hood, Adam 77,557 Hood, Antoine 7b, 77, +77, 27 1 Hooper, [Javid 577 Hooper, Randall 5+5 Hoover, Gregory 555 Hoover, JCristin 55 I r

Hopkin, Ross 555 Hopkins, Adam 55 1

Horan, Matthew 5b7 Horban, Al css andra +5,577 Horn, Vincent 575 Horner, C c th 5b 1 Ho mg, Havid 57 J Hornung, Matthew 577 Horrell, Coni 25,277 Horton, Jesse 557

Hostomsky, Caroline 5b7 Hought, Matthew 572 Houser, Matthew 577 Houseworth, C> 35, 121,577 e an

Housley, Ashley 1 7 1 478 Index

Howen, Jordan 5+1 Howley, CAott 5b7 Hoxie, Herrick 575 Hrabak, £)ruce 577 Hrynyk, |<Cate 55b Hua, £)randon 557 Hubb ard, Ashley 505 Huber, Matthew 57b

Huberty, Joshua 5+5

Hubschmitt, kkrista 571 Huckins, Chris 7° Huckins, Christopher 57b Hudson, Christina 577 Huebel, Adam 277 Huebner, £)radley 57b Huegerich, Miehael 2 1 7 Huff man, Jarrod 557 Hufford, Larry 7° Hufford, Lawrence 22, 525

Hughes, Anthony 575 Hugh es, Colin 555 Hughes, Jonathan 577 Hughes, Joshua 555 Hughes, Melissa 555 Hughes, Z.achary 5++ Hullihan, Levin 57, 1 77 Hultin, C3eth 757 Humphries, Robert 575

|shida, Christopher 5++

|sip, Violandrino 5+7

|waniec, ^ashonna 77,+00 |zzo, Havid 575

Jackman, E>en 7+ Jackson, Haniel 5+5 Jackson, L-dwin +01 Jackson, Jonathan 577 Jackson, W'lliam 1 77 Jacobson, LAan 5+7 Jaeschke, C-ILn 7^,77 James, £)eau +77, 171,237 James, Johnathan 5b7 Jamison, £)ruce 3 1,55 1 Jandreski, Mark 577

Jang, L>rian 1++ Jang, Hoon-5eok 577 Janiszewski, Andrew 57, 17' Janner, Steven 555 Jansen, Nieole 507 Jansen, Nikki ibb Janzik, Jacpue 150,511 Jaramillo, Hanielle 1 07

Hundley, Hrew 557

Hundt, Jerome 575 Hunt, Joshua +OO Hurdle, |an 121, +O 1

Hurley, Joe +57 Hurley, Joseph 527

Husk, Aaron +02 Hutcheson, 5eth 577 Hutchison, Leah 577 Hutsell, Robert +77, 27 1

Hwang, Jane +5, 1 1 2, 1 1 5, 777

Hyatt, Robert 575 Hyde, Janelle 21,' 775

Hylko, Anthony 5+1

Jacono, £)rad +57 |fft, Christopher 557

Ignaco, C^ekiel 3 1,55+ Jhuit Ruiz, Ruben 555 111 'g, Anthony 20, +57, 2b5

lllig, Jamie 35, 121,577 Imy, Renneth 577 Indelicate, William 557

Indharasophang, J~ravis 552 Indharasopha ng, Wes 21

Indharasophang, Wesley +57,227 Ingallina, Bartholomew 552

Ingkiriwang, Shawn 20, 205 Ingraham, Jessie 77 Inman, Reid 577

Inocencia-Holloway,

Cyscar 577

Isenbarger, Matt 1 2 1

Jarrell, Srian 107,557 Jarvis, Grant 5 7& Jasinski, Matt 55+ Jasso, Javier 171

Jastrab, Timothy 57S Jaszczak, Elizabeth 277 Jaszczak, Mark 5 b 1 Jaszkowiak, John 55b Javaid, Syed 557 Jeffers, Troy 577 Jemo, Gregory 57? Jenkins, Have 25 Jenkins, Havid 505 Jenkins, John 5b5

Jennings, Alien 553 Jensen, Ashley 5 b5 Jensen, Jacob 5b5

Jensen, Matthew 577 Jensen, GR 540 | Jesse, L.ric Jessup, Gtuart 5+2 Jimenez, Stephen 20, 22, 5 1 7

Jobsucksry, /\piluk 2 1 5 John 555 John, Russell 5+7 Johns, Alexander 5'7 Johns, Daniel 577 Johnson, Adam 570 Johnson, A ders 5+7 5+7, 577 Johnson, And Johnson, Anwar 77,5+7 Johnson, Rmyce 577 Johnson, (Jasey 12 1,577 Johnson, (Jhristopher 505 5++, 577 n

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Jones, Robert 575 Jones, Rosser 57 1 Jones, Gtephen 275 Jones, JAlaya 577 Jordan, Gbristopher 575 Jordan, Jasmine 57 1 Jordan, Latrick 577 Jordan, Ryan 1 25

Joyce, Joseph 5+7 Juchter, Rrica 575 Jude, Gtephen 57 1 Jui, Rung 5 d 5 Jun, Victoria 2 1 1

Jung, R)avid 5 77 Jung, Vang-Wun 217 Jurcak, Matt 1 1 1 57 5 Jurcak, Matth Justice, Randy 405 ew

Rahn, Jacob 555 Rahn, Jordan 572 Ralamaroff, Ratharine 57 1 Ralinov, Vladimir 225 Rallabis, Rim 120,121 Rallabis, Rimberly 401 Ramon, Nick 55 +

Johnson, T rin 557 Johnson, Gavin 577 Johnson, James 205

5*1,570

Johnson, Jennifer 577 Johnson, Rallyn 1 1 5 575 Johnson, Laura 577 Johnson, Matthew 577 Johnson, f\|athan 575 Johnson, Rachel I ++, I + 7 5 1 7 Johnson, G ylor 577 Johnson, G evor 117 ' 77 775 Johnson, J~ripp 55 Johnson, William 577 Johnson, Rachary 157 Johnston, R_ryn 577 Johnston, Revin 5+7 Johnston, Vvonne '21,5+5 Jones, R)randon 577 Jones, fjrian 200 Jones, fjryan 7 °, ' 21,570 Jones, G^asmine 77,775 Jones, Ghristopher 5^7 Jones, Damon 125, 577 Jones, Jason 205,5+7 Jones, Jennifer 525 Jones, Justin 57 7 Jones, Ryle 55, '21,5+7 Jones, M la nic 5'7 ,

a p

Rantcheva, Raima 5+0 Rarl, Gatherine 577 Rarl, Lucas 574 Rarlen, John 575 Rarlsen, Anders 555 Rarmondy, Matt 1 1 O, 1 1 1 Rarmondy, Matthew I 77 Rarrer, Andrew 207 Rarski, Leter 40 1 Rasaoka, Ad rienne 21 J Rasischke, L> re tt 577 Raskela, Jon 572 Rasoaka, Adrienne 75 Raspari, Luke 5+7 Rassel, Jason 217 Rassemi, G im °n 577 Raszynski, Al ex ander 577 Rauff man, Daniel 575 Rauff man, Michael 557 Rausar, A^if 257

Rawaguchi, Gasey 57 ' Ray, Joshua 2 1 7 Rayser, Matthew 2 6 ] Reaton, Gearies 57 7 Reaton, Grant 1 1 7 Reefer, Gtephen 257 Reeling, Gearies +05 Reeter, Alyssa 57 1 Reidel, Garah ' °7> 5+7 Reith, Ratrina 577 Rellar, Latrick 57' Rellenbence, G^ristopher 5 ' ' Rellenbence, James 577

Rellenbence, Nicholas 57 1 Reller, Joey JO Reller, Joseph 577 Reller, Nicole 402 Rellermann, Ghomas 555

Relley, Douglas 577 Relley, Wick 105 Relley, Will iam 5+7 Relly, 5 ndon 5^2 Relly, Gonnor 575 Relly, L_van 57+ Relly, M gdalana 52 5 Relly, William 57' ra

Reiter, Rrol 575 Reltner, Gyler + 77 225 57 ' Remendo, And Remnitz, Ryan 5+7 ,

rew

Remp, Jordan 25 ' Remp, Ramille 5+7 Remp, Michael 121,577 Remp, Stephen 255 Remp, Gheodore 575 Rempker, Lisa 577

Rendall, Michael 477,257 Rendall, M'be 1 77 Rendric, Jacobe 8>J Rendrick, Jacobe 70,552 Rendrick, Rurtis 577 Rennedy, Gbarles 57' Rennedy, Ratherine 577 Rennedy, Matthew 577 Rennedy, Nicholas 575 Renny, Richard 577 Renzik, Rric 77 405 Repple, John 575 Rerdavid, Lauren 5+7 Ressler, 5t +70, 257 Ressler, Ganya 470, 2 1 7 Rester, Rjrian 570 5+5 Retterick, G Rettler, Matthew 57 ' ,

even

ea n

Rey es, Randi 575 Rikuchi, Matthew 575 Rillham, G othy 25 5 Rillian, Gandice 577 im

Rilpatrick 277 Rim, Anthony 557 Rim, Daniel 25 1 Rim, IJyongdong 5+7 Rim, Joseph 557 Rim, Philip 575 Rimak, Gregory 577 Rimes, Gyler 70 470, 220 Rimmich, Daniel 577 Rimmich, Danny 1 22 1 25 Rinchen, Groy 577 Ring, Adam 2 / 1 Ring, fJ njamin 275 Ring, James 27 J ,

Ring, Rasey 577 Ring, Matthew 577 Ring, Nathan 575 RingGatrick 5+7 Ring, Ryan 557 Ring, Gteven 507 Ring, Travis 577 Index 479

\C inova, E velina 552

Lahnert, Tadd 577 1 ail, Nathaniel 577 Lake, Deane 1 72 Laliberte, Thomas 57 I Lambach, Jacob 121,577 Lambert, Anthony 5d5 Lambert, D°bert 523 Lamie, Jameson 577 Lammert, Delly 5+5 Lammert, Laura 1 75 Lampkin, Cherelle +05 Land, Tachary 175 Landgraf, D-J- 105 Landgraf, Denneth 555 Lane, E_ric 2d5 Laney, Matt 2 1 Laney, Matthew 275 Laney, M'chael 5+7

Doury, George 75

D'ngsbery, Dussell 5+d .

Dinsel, C°lby 5 &9 D'nsey, Jon 545

Dinsinger, ]__indsey 555 bC'pp, Jeff 90 D+chhoff, Lindsey 22, I 1 2, 115,552

D+choff, Aaron 557 555 lOrkAnd Dirk, Jason 5d3 Dirk, Daitlin 53 1 Dirkwood, C eg 25,7° D+kwood, Cregory 2 6/ Kjrwan, Diehard 571 Kaiser, Meghan 1 1 7, 577 rew

Dovacic, John 507 hk°val, E)enj amin 557 Doval, |\jicnolaus 205 Dowalkowski, Jordan 575 Dozlowski, E. r ick 90 Draay, D°bert 90, 5<5+ Dracht, Michael 555 I Draemer, Johanna +05 I Dramer, Andrew 57+ Eramer, E.nch 557 K_ranich, Shannon 5+7 K.ranz, K.ali 5<?7 I K.rasco, peter 105,575 I Drause, Nikolaus 575 Drauss, Phillip 5 1 1 Dravitz, Michael 557 Erawchuk, P)ennet 532 Dreidel, Joseph 20,572

KJssinger, Niki 555 D'taif, E.ric 577 Dlayum, Todd 405 Dlein, Dyle 537 Dlenke, Lffephen 5+d

Langefeld, P)|

Dreighba um, P)rysen 577 Kjeke, K.im 77, 5^5 Driegbaum, Jacob 5 dl Driegbaum, Jake 12 + Drieger, Devin 1 05, +dO, 505 Droeger, Parian 577

Dlepper, Daniel 55 /

KJiatchko, Daissa 55 1 Dliewer, Joel 555 Dloepper, E> yan 277 Dlosinski, Joseph +dO, 237 KJuk, Justin 1 21,5<35 Dmetz, Andy 27 1 Dnaeble, Michael +dO, r

L pinsky,Joe a

Druse, Adam 577 Dryzak, John 575 Duamo’o-Peck, Dekoa

| 571

Ducha, Justin

iOl

Dnapp, Michael 555

55+

Doepke, Michael 5+1 Doether, Stephen 5 I d

Dohles, Matthew 5+1 Dolcun, Michelle 5+3 Roller, Jason 557

102 ,

57d

Dnaute, Chris i I O, I Dnaute, (Jhristop her 570 Dnieff, Christine 55, 223 Dnieff, Jennifer 557 Dnobeloch, D°ger 575 Dnoblock, b rry 575 K.noll, Jacinda 5+7 Dnussmann, Jason 532 Dober, Peter 57 1 Doch,Jon 125 Doch, Jonathan 500 Doehler, Cameron 575 Doenigsberger, Debra

Duehner, Dari 575 Duffenkam, Chad 532 Duha, Aaron 175 Duhar, P)enj 5 di Duhn, Mark 550 Duhrt, P)rett 551 Dui, Raymond 225 Dukuruda, E.mily 5+0 Dukuruda, Jeffrey +dO, 237 Dulcsar, Charles 5 1 7 Dulumani, Shankar 53 5 Dumpula, Acott 532 Dunesh, EJeanor 22, 53,+dO, 1 7 1 amm

Durpiel, Dob 1 4+ Durpiel, Dobert 4d0, 525 Durtz, Christopher 574

Durtz, (Jarrett 5d7 Duzminaite, |eva 22, 544 Dwak, Di 5++

LaR oche, P)randon 557 Larsen, peter 125,177 Larson, John 5+3 LaJhorda, Michael 2d+ LaO°rda, Paul 557 Lattimore, Jonathan 57+ [_au, Justin 1 15 55 + Lau, LDe 150,251 Lautner, Jonathan 27 1 Lavender, Joshua 177 Lawa I, Joy 535 Lawhorn, Tyler 53 1 Lawrence, Anthony 257 Lawson, P> yan 22, 55d Lawson, Stephen 573 Layendecker, Alexander 577 L yo, ENc 533 Le, Dathleen 537 Leach, Nathaniel 40 1 Leake, pTir 1 1 2, 1 1 5, 5^2 Leake, Meredith 1 1 2, 1 1 5,405 Leary, Michael 1 8J Lebeau, Charles 1 75 Lebeau, Chuck 5 I Lebl anCj Matt 125 L e PJanc, Matthew 553 Lebovitz, M'chael 4dO, 200 Lechner, Justin 5dl Ledbetter, Aaron 535

105

Ledvina, Justin 5 35 Lee, A anda 57' Lee, And 5d7 Lee, Annie 255 Lee, Anthony 5d7 Lee, James 570 Lee, John 405 Lee, Justin 547 Lee, Melissa 537 Lee, Nichol as 5d 1 Lee, Chaun 20, 574 Lee, bpenser 401 m

rew

Donner, Malissa 5 5d Doolis, Damien 575 Dorte, Olivia 121,553 Dosirog, fjannah 535 Dostrubala, Anastasia I 17,401

Dosycarz, Malgorzata 534 Dotlewski, Jason 575 Dotowski, P)rian 55+ Dotowski, James I 3+ 480 Index

Labiak, Diehard 2 6 / La 5 rie, Michael 5^5 Labrum, Tyler 575 Lachiewicz, John 53 1 Lackey Jessica 552 L Eavor, Colin 3 1 54 + ,

1 07

I Dubera, (John 5 1 d Dubik, Matthew 5+5

Dnaeble, Mike 1 OO,

I 1 5, 53 +

Lapinsky, Joseph +05

Drogh, Dyle 552 Kjogh, M'chael 7°, 555 Drueger, Jared 5 <3 5

275

Langley, John 5d5 Lankford, Nicholas 53 5 Lantz, Dobert 21,5dS Lapin, Justin 1 1 1,53d

(Robert

Martin, Melissa 207 Martin, Nicholas 577 Martin, N>ck 25 Martin, Nikita 555 Martin, (Robert 57 1 Martineau, j_aura 57'

Martinez,/\lan 4b 1, I?2 Martinez, Brandon 21,572 Martinez, (jenelle 5?, 775 Martinez, Joshua 555* Martinez, Sheriden 405 Martinez Marrero, Jaime 55? Martinson, B'chard 544 Martz, Josh 1 25, 1 57 Martz, Joshua 557 Maru, S'd 575 Marvin, Jared 57 1 Marzo, jjennis 5b5 Masdon, [\Jathan 204 Mashburn, Sarah 554 Mason, Joshua 575 Mason, Justin 35, 121,577 Massa, Brian 105,577 Massman, Jeffrey 57-? Massot, James 5b7 Masters, Casey 5?? Matalino, Ben 57 Matejik, Christina 4b2, 1 50, 21 1 Mater, Ban 2 J 1 Math ews, Chris I O7 Math ews, Ch ristopher 405 Mattalino, B enjamin 57? Mattes, Lete ?0 Mattes, Leter 575 Matthews, Joshua 547 Matthews, Lauren 57 I Mattingly, Michael 577 Mattson, John 5?? Mattson, Matthew 4b2, 1 8/ Mauer, Bavid 57-1 Mauer, Bevin 5b5 Maulsby, Brew 277 Maulsby, VVade 5b2 Mauss, B ro °blynn 55? Maxfield, Jenna 577 May, Andrea 557 May, Brett 405 May, Michael 57-4 May, Sean 535

Mayberry, Joseph 555 Mayh ew, Oscar 5 1,2bS Maynard, Michael 2b0 Maynard, Mike 107 Mayne, Bustin 5b4 Mayor, Chris ?0 Mayor, Christopher 57-4 Mayor, Jason 5? I Mayra, Michael 101,5?5 May ton, JArrell 5?' Maziarz, Michael 57-? Mazur, Matthew 5bb McAlister, Laura 572 McAuley, Adam 5b3 McAuliff, Brett 557 McB ide, Alan 55? McB r| de, J imothij 55 2 r

McCalium, Matthew 5?5 McCants, Michael 4b2, 25b McCants, Mibe 2b McCartan, Mark 5?0

McCarthy, B'p ?0, 57 ' McCarthy, Maegan 575 McCarthy, Sean 570 McCartney, Nathan 5^7 McCaskey, Nathan 575 McO ain, B°ston 555 McO a\n, Sean 572

McOary, Megan

McClendon-Martin, Nicholis 275 McClintock, Christopher 175 McO Lire, Byle 405 McCollough, Mark 5?5 McC onn eli, Casey 5 77" McC°rkle, Ben 1 1 1 McC°rkle, Benjamin 574 McCormack, Matthew 57-? k, ELrin 5?5 McC McCormick, James 27? McCormick, W'lliam 57 1 McC°rry, Cavin 401 McCown, Jace 5 J6 ormic

McCoy, Baryl ?4 McCratic, Mica 155, 5bO McCraw, Matt 77 McCraw, Matthew 5?-2

McCurley, Byle 234 McCutcheon, Brandon 57? McBaniel, Boland 125 McBermott, Cynthia 5b2 McBiarmid, Matt 127 McBiarmid, Matthew 57 1 McBonald, April 5<?4 McBonald, C°lin 572 McBonald, Jane 4b2, 2b4 McBonald, Justin 570 McBonald, Bevin 555 McBonald, Matthew 577 McBowell, Baegan 1 03, 220 McBowell, Beagan 1 07 Mcparland, |an 35, 121,5b? McLarland, Boger 1 O 1

McCarvey, Christopher 574

McCavin, Leter 237 McCee, Bavid 577 McCee, "Lheo 1 b4 McCee, Cheodore 2?2

McC'Hivray, Clay 1 OJ

McGill ivray, William 5 1 I McGowan, Belly 5rtl McGrath, Christopher 57b McGrath, prank 1 27 McGrew, Latrick 575 McGruder, Bhoshonda 20 McGuire, Byan 5?5 McGuire, Victor 577

Mc|iroy, Byan 555 Mc|lvaine, Stephen 57? Mc|nteer, Amy 55? McIntosh, Byle 53? McIntyre, |ain 534 McB ain, Andrew 535 McBay, )an 552

McBee, John 555 McBeegan, Matthew 57b McBeever, "Ly 5 6j McBenna, Lee ?0, 4b2, 2?b McBenna, Michael 5?b McBenna, Mike 2 1 McBenzie, Casey 5+1 McBenzie, Sam 557 McBinney, Ben 1 05 McBinney, B n|amin 5?7 e

McBnight, Boss 53? McLain, Lorrest 577 McLaughlin, Baniel 57 1, 575 McLean, B enden 1 24, 1 25, 500 McLean, Lrieden 507McLean, Bebecca 57? McMahon, B d 5? 1 McMahon, Patrick 1 72 McMenomy, Bobert ?0, 507 McM'Hian, ~Pyler 55? McMullan, Miles 1 25, 57"5 M c Nabb,B uncan 1 07, 57b McNamara, Bradley 557 p

av|

McNamara, Stephen 557 McNaught on, Mark 577 McNeil, Brin 5?7 McNeil, Bichard 575 Mcpeak, Lance 5?7-

McPherson, Brysten 5?0 McPherson, Matthew 5b4 McB ae Galen 57? McS°rley, Collin 575 ,

MA/ay, Michael 575 McWilliams, Justin 51 1 Meakins, Byle 121,5?? Medenwaldt, Jay 101,5?2 Medina, Bichard 577 Meeker, Wed 5 1 b Meeks, E_ryn 555 Meents, Josh 77 Meents, Joshua 5b? Mees, Brie 55? Meeter, Byan 5?5

Meiergerd, Byan 20, 22, 1 77 Meissen, B ad ?0 Meissen, Bradley 5b2 Meister, WiH 102,105 Meister, William 577Melancon, Mich ael 5 1 ? Melander, Andrew 535 Melnicoff, Lawrence 57? Melton, Isaac 55? Mendel, Benjamin 57? Mendel, W'lliam 525 Mendoza, Jun 553 Mendoza, Mario 5 JJ Mentillo, B'chard 557 Mercurio, Joseph 5?5 Mercurio, Nicholas 557 Merello, Adam 5?7Merino, Carla 5 6j Merriman, Bennett 523 Merrin, Colin 1 72 Merritt, Bustin 5b5 Merritt, Bassandra 7, 5bS Merritt, Matthew 5?0 p

Messer, Adam 255 Messer, Jarett 375 Messinger, Amanda 573

Metzger, Joshua 3+1 Metier, Cheri'e-Ree 35-3

Meyer, Rrederick 5 8J Meyer, Joshua 356 Meyer, Samuel 35>5 Meyer, J~homas 55' Meyers, John +d2, 17d

Meysembourg, Garrett +00 Miekelsen, Richard 22,352 M'ekens, Ashley 77 M'ekl es, And 375" rew

Migl'un, Joseph 357

M'lkert, Lindsay 370 M'llener, Laura 37 1 Miller, Ashley 3d 1,377 Miller, (Jhad 53d Miller, (Jhris 7° Miller, (Lhristopher 355 Miller, Duane 125,335, Miller, [Jric 336, 357 Miller, Ginny 1 1 3 Miller, fjugh +02 Miller, Jacob 3d3 Miller, James 1 25, 377 Miller, Joseph 3d3 Miller, Joshua 575 Miller, Justin 3d3 Miller, Ratherine 37b Miller, Lincoln 355 Miller, Matthew 5 5 1 M'ller, Maxwell 1 60 Miller, Gean 33? Miller, Stephen 335M'ller, Steven 557 M'Her, Tom 70 M'Her, "Mavis 377 M'Her, Virginia 226 Miller, Wooddy 357 M'llette, "J”revor 35-0 M'Hiken, RJliott 3+2 M'llner, G ca n 103,3+5 Milner, Dean 377 Miltenberg, James 357 M'ltenb erger, L-dwin 3dl Minner, Z.achary 375 M'nnich, Jason 3d5 Mirandette, Rrik 337 M'rro, J~komas 3+5

Mitchell, Daniel +0 1 Mitchell, Nelson 7°, 2.5+ Mitchell, Patrick 103 15 + M+chel!, Robert 3d 1 Mitchell, Scott 3+7 Mitchell, Stephen +d2, 167 Mitnaul, Jocelyn J, 1 7, 2 1,3 1, +1, +5, ,

+7, 52,53,57, 1 67 355 ,

Mitscherling, Russ 7° Mitscherling, Russell 252 Mixdorf, S °tt 377 c

M'ya

mura,

Marisa 377

Moak, VViHiam 3+3 Moats, Giancarlo 172 Mobley, Robert 35 1 Mocalis, Nathaniel 577 Moe, LJeather 572 Moe, Lisa 377 M°ffatt, Mike 7° Moffett, Miehael 337 Mohrbacher, Cory 107,373 Mokos, Melinda 107,57+ Molleson, Renneth 3++ Moloney, Lincoln 3d 1 Molten, Matthew 371 Money, "Jffaddaeus 377 Monnier, Dereck 3+d Monson, Christopher 357 Montague, Renneth 377 Monte, Mauricio 155,352

Monteagut, Rudy 5+1

Montgomery, Casey 1 5 1 Montgomery, L d 1 7 d Montgomery, Rmily 5+5 Montilla, Daniel 357

Montoya, Martin 223 Montoya, Stan 35+ Montoya-O+ega, Rafael 252

Moody, Jamie 3+5 Moon, Alex 3 7° Moon, Jeffrey 3+5 Moon, Preston 5+5 Mooney, Rachael 3d5 Moore, Aaron 350 Moore, Amy 132,337 Moore, Parian 7d, 77, 200 Moore, Cliff 5 1 Moore, Clifford 5d7 Moore, Ceorge 23, 272 Moore, John 3+7 Moore, Ryan 2 1 1 Moore, "]~iffany 121,357 Moores, Joshua 20+ Moorman, Creighton 121,355

Morales, Ryle 35d Moran, SRne 55,207 Morell, D a yle 2 1, +d2, 232 M organ, Adam 220

Morgan, Relly 1 1 7, 3+5 Morgan, Rent 2d0 Morgan, Ryan +d2, 223 Morgan, S^ylar 1 2 1,3 d 1 Morgan, VVesley 27d Morris, And rew +03 Morris, Miehael 375, 553

Morris, Patrick 3+7 Morrison, Arianne 23, 37^ Mortensen, Jesse 357 Mortenson, Nathan 223 Mortenson, Sean 355 Moseby, Daniel 3dO Mosier, Jonathan 225 Moss, Daniel +d3, 232 Moss, Ryan 1 1 1, 3d+ Mossman, Valerie 375 Moubry, Rrin 357

Moulton, Jesse 3 d 1 Mount, Daniel 30+ Mount, Patrick 355 Mount, Steven 375

Mudry, Ryan 335 Mueller, Rjrian 35 1 Mueller, Megan 5+, 335 Mueller, Miehael +d3, 277 Muench, Andrew 3d7 Muery, Clinton 3d2 Muetn, Marcella 375 Mugg, J ordan 3dd Muir, Seott 1 07, +d3 Muir, VViHiam 2 1 2 Mulke, Clifton 105 Mullen, Rrik 373 Mullen, Patrick 7+ Muller, Mark 1 07, 35 1 Mulligan, Revin 37 1 Mullin, Reagan 3d5 Mumaw, Ratrina +d3, 23d Mumm, Matt 1 5 1 Mumm, Matthew 1 J1 Mumma, Skea 35d Mundell, fjenjamin 20, 372 Mundeli, Rorey 35 1 Munson, John 357 Murphy, P)randon 21, 121,37° Murphy, Revin 77, 337 Murray, Ckad 377

Murray, Crystal 3d3 Murray, Revin 372 Murray, Shelly 2+0 Murrill, Mary 35 1 Murszewski, "Timothy 1 72 Music, Stephen 1 72 Musser, Andrew 535 Musser, Matt 75 Musser, Matthew 23d Mussler, P)ryan 353 Muth, Rristine +d3, 121, 2dO Muza "Peskey, Amie 377 Myers, fjarbara 23,35+ Myers, Hunter 77, 3 J \

Myers, Ryle 370 Myers, "Rodd 107,220 Myszka, Adam 375

N Nadal, Justin 577 Nagle, Rrian 203 Nail, Ren 5+5 Naiman, Donald +00 Nakatani, Rcott 55+ Nan, David 537 Napier, Charles 2bO Napier, Creed +b5 Napolitano, Michael +b5 Napolitano, Mike 2bO Narbutovskih, Nicholas 5^7 Narduzzi, (Jabriel 557 Nastasi, Revin 557 Nathan 552 Nation, /^n drew 57+ Naugle, Rhawn 75,577 Nauta, Rrandon +b5, 5 I 7 Navarro, Revin 575 Navin, Rrian 577 Nazzaro, Rergio 570 N eal, Ch ari Neal, Jamaal 5^7 Neal, Matthew’*^/ Necessary, Aaron 577" Nedolast, [Justin 577 Needh am, Joshua 535 Neeley, Jaime 1 07 Neely, Nicolas 5b7 Negaard, Rees 557 Negron, Rvin 8 1, 57b Nell, Alexander 577 Nelson, Aaron 107,57' Nelson, (Jody 577 Nelson, Uaryn 535 Nelson, David 575 Nelson, Mali 575 Nelson, Jeffrey 2 b+ Nelson, Rteven i SO Nelson, Tyler 275 Nep, John 21,532 Nesbitt, Timothy 555 Nettl es, Christopher 557 Neufeld, Derek 577 Neumann, Jared 57b Neville, Jen 1 2 1 Neville, Jennifer 2b3 Nevitt, (Jriffin 105,5^7 Newcomb, Jonathon 577 Newell, | odd 7°, 57-1 Newkirk, Ratie 575 Newman, Reniamin 573 Newman, Joshua 557 Newton, Rob 1 70 Newton, (Robert 5 1 2

Ng> Jen nifer 573 Ng, Jonathan 577 Ngo, Nicholas +OO Nguyen, Christine 57-5 Nhan, Mary 25, 530 Nicholas, James 5b7 Nicholas, Michael 501 Nichols, Rrian 5T"7 484 Index

Nichols, Marc 577 Nichols, Rtephen 57-1 Nicholson, Thomas 577 Nicholson-NJutt, Marie 27' N'ck, Austin 577Nicolaides, Taryn 1 07 Nicolalde, R ernando +b5, 2.5b

Nicolay, Ryan 5 JJ N'gro, Andrew 577 N'gro, Andy 1 07 N'kiforoff, Rarrett 530 Nissen, Chris 1 2+, 1 27 Nissen, David 532 N'tzberg, Roberta 5 ', ' ' 5, 57■? Nitzel, Chris 1 25 Nitzel, (Jhristopbe Nixon, Rlack 2 Nixon, Rlake 53d Noble, Austin 533 Noble, (Jlifton 577 Noel, |an 57"5 Noel, Rouis- Fh.1 ippe 5 67

Nogueras, (Jynthia +b5i '38 Nolan, Rrandon 537 an, "Joel 121,57' Nolta, Thomas 537 Nolting, Rouis 22+

Nordby, Nathan 537 Nordman, Dustin 5b 1 Nordyuist, Reith 57 ' Norman, Anthony 577 Norman, Tony 70 Norris, Ryle 577 Norris, Matthew 57 ' Northern, David 275 North ern, Marc +b 5 Northern, Mark 1 6+ Norwood, Daniel +b5, 503 Nova k, Jacki 77 Novak, Jaclyn 532 Nowlin, Patrick 288

Noyes, Clay 21,517 Nugent, Daniel +05 Nugent, David 105,+01

Nusraty, Weiss 577Nussbaum, John 577 Nwaelele, Dan 7R77 Nwaelele, Onyenma 57°

O’Malley, Rean 573

O’Neil, A anda 5^5 O’Neill, Revin 5^5 O’Neill, Ryle +OO O’Rourke, Jonathan 577 O’Rhea, Anthony 53 1 O’Rhields, Michael 577 0’5ull ivan, Daniel 5T"7 Oakley, Joshua 188 m

Ocampo, David 577

Odell, Ch ristopher 552. Oeffner, Jennifer 577 Oerter, Christopher 555 200 Ogbebor, Of rL'Qh, Charles 577 umwen

Daniel 572-

Oligney, Dittany 53+ Ol iver, Rronwyn 277 Ollis> James 577 OH'S, Jim 70 Ol mstead, Roland 2bO Ol mstead, Tyler 50 Olmstead, Woody 52. Olsen, Dakota 57-1 Olson, R ran don 57b Olson, Rrent j o 1,5 b7 Ol son, Caitlin 577 Olson, Dennis +b5,288 Olson, Rrica 22, 53b Omizo, Carly 1 1 5, +b5, 2b8 Omohondro, Carrett 1 b+ o mohundro, John 272 Omstead, Jordan 25,27b Onxley, Matthew +05 0°t, Ryan 500 Qp erchal, David 535

Oppe inlander, Christopher 5b7 Oravetz, Christopher 20, 578

Orcutt, Michael 20, 50+ Oredson, Joshua 577 o rlovsky, Matt 1 b7

o rlovs ky, Matthew +b5, 503 Omelas, Jordan 558

Ortega, Rey 22 Ortega Alicea, Rey 55 + Ortiz, Anthony 575>

Ortiz, Rddie 2 1 Ort iz, Rdward +OO Ort iz, (D und 5b 1 Ort iz, Rebastian 8 5, 121,5+5 zm

OT)ryant, Rhaun 75 O’C onnell, Timothy O’Dea, Ryan 70 O’Neill, Ryle 105 O’Rannon, Rean 5+5 0’£>nen, Cory 5+1 O’&ryant, Collin 575 O’Rryant, Rhaun 5+p

O’Connor, Christopher 573 O’Connor, Darcy 5+1 O’D ea, Ryan 576 O’D If David 5 8 b O’D onnell, Michael 575 OCallon, Reith 5+1 onne

Osborne, Casey 587

Osgood, Michael 537 Osier, Ren 2 1 o sler, Renjamin 27b

Oster, Renjamin 5 b5 Ostwald, Jordan 565 Ostwalt, Jonathan 557Oswald, Cregory 53 1

Ott, Matth ew 5 ' b Ott en, Adam +0 1 Ott OW) chart) ^ ^ Ou, Tse 5b2 Ou per, Daniel 553 Overman, Cassandra +0 1 Overmyer, Rarah 277 a

Page, Jay 555 Paget, f\|icole 57 1

Patino, J.p. 20 Patten, (Lhristopher 225 P atterson, +b+ Patterson, (Lhristopher 2b+ Patterson, ~P avis S5,+b+, 121, 150 Patton, (Lhristopher 557 Paul, Alex 57+ Paul, Michael 555 Paulson, Jacob 555 Pausewang, Jason 27 1 Pavlisko, Anthony 57 ' P avlus, John 5^7 Pavoni, Justin 1 05, 15+ Paya, Danielle 5+5 Paynb, John 121,577

Pahls, Adam 17b Pakula, Mark 503 paladino, Anthony 557 Palan, Kj+k 55c? Palicka,John 5+2. P alio Jason 5+7 Palmer, /\\yssa 57° Aimer, Pxandon 5b7

Pearce, James 17b Pearl, Nicole 5b 1 Pearson, Dory 5 1 b Pearson, Dristin +6+, 255 Peasley, Alicia 25,57b

Pace, (Lhris 125 Pace, (Christopher 5+1 Pack, D°byn 5+5* Paden, Daniel 5+0 Padilla, (3 gio 55*0 Adilla, (J^ane 1 55 PadmaiTaPhan, Asha 577 Paffett, ~Py ?0 Paffett, ~Yy\er 575 Page, P)rian 555

“renton 5 3 5

dba, Jessica 105,572 Pambianchi, Johann 21,55 + Panebianco, Lrank +05 Pannone, Alexander 572 Panzer, (Jcott * 72 Papenberg, Date 5 5,121,575 Papp, LJeven 5+0 Pappalardo, Alexander 5+7 Paramore, price 7+, 75, 1 72 P arcbman, Liddell 557 Parcbman Jack 1 05 Parcus, Jason 577 Park, Amber 7, 55,+d5, 1 7b Park, A nson 577 Park, PJisa 5b 1 Park, J ae- Hyun 575 Park, Myogene 55 5

Parker, Asbley 107,57+ Parker, Dylan 571 Parker, Matthew 5+6 Parker, Ateven 5++ Parker, William 551 Parks, Adam 555 Parks, William 5+5 Parmenter, Paul 1 1 O, 1 1 1 Parrisb, Dan 2 1 Parrisb, Daniel 205

Parrisb, N^an 577 P arris kW.1l iam 5+5 Parsram, JAny 575 Pascbka, Josbua 525 Pasco, (Layton 1 72 P ascoe, +b5 Pascoe, Josbua 17b Pascuzzi, P)rian 5 b+ Pass, P)enjamin 5+7 Pastoor, Devin 557 Pate, Matthew 557 Patel, Davir 575 Patenaude, P)emard 5b7 Patino, Anthony 552

Peay, Adam Peck, Ashleigh 1 12, 1 1 5, 5b7 Peck, "J"ony 70 55 +

Pecora,Jeff 105 Pecora, Jeffrey 5 55 Ped ersen, Alexander +05 Pedersen, (Lhristopher 557

Pedersen, Denneth 575 P ed one, Justin 557 Pedroza, Parian 272 P eele, EJric 7b, 77, 155

Peeples, Michael 5+5 Peeples, L)cott 7° Pelehac, Jeffrey 572

P elk owski, A nda 577 55b Pelocjuin, And ma

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Pena,Juan 277

Pena, Luis 5 1, +b+, 525 Pena, Michelle 200

Pendergrass, J~im 21,25 Pendergrass, "J" imothy 5OO

550

Pendleton, Aac 125 Pendleton, Aachary 555 Peot, (Jharles 555 Peppers, Adrian 55b Percy, Robert 5bb P erd ue, P>arrett 566 Perez, Anthony 5 1 b Perez, A hley 55 1 Perez, LMc 5+0 Perez, (Jilberto 86, 7°, 55b Perez, Juan 75, 55 1 Perez, Stephen 575 Perez, J~ony 70 Perkins, Justin 1 72 Perkowski, P) ttney 1 08, 1 07, 575 Perlow, Atuart 7°, 56b Perry, Alexandra +OO 5

Persiani, M'chael 555 Peskar, John 552 Petersen, Nicholas 5+1 Peterson, Pxent 20, 17b Peterson, Parian 555 Peterson, D 5b7 Peterson, Joseph 550 Peterson, Devin 57 1 Peterson, Melanie 577 Peterson, Michael 575 Petrash, D°na Id 555 Petro, Jake 75, 5b7 pettibone, James 200 Pettie, Jasamine 120,121,5+7 Petty, L+even 5 bO Pfarr, Matt 1 2 1 Pfarr, Matthew 567 Pfeifer, Joseph 56 1 Phelan, Michael 2+0 re w

Phelps, Ashley 272

Phil ipson, (Lrant 20+ Phillipich, Michael 5+5 Phillipich 11

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phiii ips, | "imothy 5d3jSjpV Picard, Daniel 55b Picard, Patrick 5b+ Pickard, (Jaleb 205 Pickell, P)lake 125, 5bb Picou, ~Pravis 5+5 Pierce, Joseph 577 Pierce, L>tephanie 567 Pierce, 7achary 565

Pilinko, (Jory 5b 1 Pmchak, Andrea 65,500

Pinckney, K'chard 575 Pineda, L 577 Pineda, Matthew 557 Pineros, Lina +05 Pinner, Kyan 5b5 Pino, Juancarlos 577 Pinsky, Leather 5+5 Pinson, Matt 1 2 1 Pinson, Matthew 5 bS aure nce

Pipalski, Ddward 5b 1 Piper, Jason 20,2+0 Pipes, Andrew 57 1

pith angas, Mark 57 ' Pitman, Doan 571 Plazas, Angelica 5+7 Plichta, Datherine 107,+02 Plocinski, Joshua 555 Plummer, Michael 20, 5+5 Poe, pjayden 577 Polage, P)rett 557 Polan, D ny 70 Poland, D nis 17b en

Perry, (Lhristopher 5<57 Perry, Daniel 575 Perry, Jean 557 Perry, Tyler 567 Pershing, P)eth 555 Index 485

Poland, [Sierra 121,5b0 Polmonari, Phillip 5b5 Polston,Jon 7+, 75 Polston, Jonathan 5b+ Polumbo, Chad 52.+ Pong, RAca 572 Pontzer, Scott 2 1 2 Poole, Ryan 52 Pope, Calen 557

Pope, j^rystle P opelar, Scott 1 05 Porter, Stephen 57b +05

pound, j_ean 5b5 Pounds, P)ana +b+, 121, 1 62, Povilaitis, Michael 272 Powell, Ryan 77)55^ Powers, Christine 77) 552 P owers, John 570 Powers, Kenneth +Oi Pozun, Uanielle 55, 121,555 Praiswater, Shane +05 Prantl, (Jaitlin 55 1 Prater, Jesse 557 Pratt, /Andrew 5+5 Pratt, Mafic 575 Pratt, Paul 7+, 75, +b+, 2b 1 Predado, Javier 577 Prescott, Uaniel 551

Presley, [Jouglas 526 Prestidge, Smothy 5b 1

Quinn, John 6 1,5+5 Quinn, Levin 70, 550 Quinn, Lauren 55b Quinn, Michael 555 Quintana, Jeana 5b7 Quintero, Jennifer 20+ Quirarte, Anthony 5+2

Reger, Chad 25,57b Regis, Stephanie 577 Regnier, Laura 557

Rennebaum, Jacob 577 Renyuist, Robert 577 Rettler, C gory 5+7

Remington, Marcus 557

Raabe, Justin 5+5 Raaberg, C +i s 552 Rabe, Uwight ZJ 6 Rabell, Hansel 5b2 Rabold, John 7°, 577 Rachocki, Julie 505 Rader, John 575 Rahl, Parian 121,5+5 Raines, Justin 1 0+, 105,5b5 UI

Rainwaters, Ryle 575

Rakel, Lathy 25, 555 Ramirez, Christina 5b2 Ramirez, Joshua +b+ Ramirez, Juan 206 Ramirez, Ryan 5+5 Ramsey, A n drew 101,5 5 +

Ramsey, Rmandes 557 Ramstein, Nicole 555

Preston, Robert 577 pretz, Joanne 20,5+2 Prevendar, ALxander 575

Randall, Stephanie 571 Randle, Austin 5b5 Randles, ~Pheodore 226

Pribyl, Jerry 575 Price, Carolyn 5b7

Ranes, Jackson 201

f* rice, Charles 57+ Price, Uouglas 2 1 b Price, Ceorge 572 Price, Ryan 3 |, 577 Prince, {Hi 575 Pringle, William 5+1 Print, Josh IOI Print, Joshua 577 Probst, Casey 55 + Protsch, C arl 5 b 1 Provenghi, Alexandria 557

Przybyslawski, L_mma 557 Psihas, Alexandra 555 Puchalla, Uavid 5+5 Puffenbarger, Marie 577 Purcell, PLmily 555 P urvis, Chris 5+ Pun/is, Christopher I 5+ Putz, Jeremy 21,55b Pyszlcowslci, Michael 555

Qasba, Qmesh 575 Qualls, Uaniel +b+, 22+ 150 Q IkD Quashne, Michael 57b Quinia, Alexander 526 Quinlan, [Janiel 57 b ua

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Reichert, Shannon 557 Reichl en, Christopher 17b Reierson, Nicholas 55 1 Reiley, Matthew 57 5 Rember, Jonathan 55 1

Randolph, Jeffrey 5b 1

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Rashash, Sand ra +b+, 1 60 Rasley, C ra ig +5, 555 Rasmussen, A nda 5 1 2 Ratner, Qeth 570 ma

Rattana, Satapat 55 5 Ratteree, Joseph 252 Raue, [\Jicholas 517

Rausch-fjavis, Joshua 5+5 Ray, fjrandon 555 Ray born, James 556 Reagan, Joshua 557 Reber, [Jrew +b+, 25b Reddis, Joshua 577 Redfield, Micah 577 Redmond, Paul +b+, 250 Redmond, Scott 7+, 75,2+0 Redmond, Stephen +b+ Reed, A anda 5+2 Reed, Robert 20+ Reed, S amuel 5+2 Reed, Spencer 105,577 Reed, Will iam 5+5 Reeger, Jonah +02 Reese, S ian 101,570 m

Reese, ~Pyler 55 1 Reeves, P) andon 557 Reeves, Cary 1 ++ Reeves, Ryan +b+, 2b 1 Reeves, ~P re nton 55 5 r

Regan, Ryan 55b

Reusser, Christopher +OO Reyes, Aaron JO

Reyes, Uaniel 57+ Reyes, Paul 5+5 Reynau d, Robert +0 1

Reynolds, Christopher 5b5 Reynolds, Jonathon 5b7 Reynolds, Scott 1 5 1,2b6 Rhynedance, PJi 77) 57 1 Riccardi, JJenjamin 577 sa

Ricciardi, Richard 5b+ Ricciardi, Rick 70 Rice, Pxandon +02 Rice, Stephanie 5+0

Rich, Jerad 2b+ Richard, ) |iliary 5 1 7 Richard, Mitchell 5b5 Richardson, Celina 5+2 Richardson, LJik +OO Richardson, Nathan 2b6 Richmond, John 5b7 Richter, Andrew 5b5 Ricks, Clinton 5+7 Riddick, Michael 5b7 R.d er Christopher 552 Rieber, Clayton 5b5 Rieber, Nathan 55,552

Rieger, Cachary 5b7 Rieth, Jacob 27b Riggan, Martin 55+

Riley, Ratelyn 557 Riley, Richard 5+5 Riley, Steven 55b Riling, EJliot 55 5 Rimelspach, Unew 565 Riord an, Charles 567 Rios, R amiro 5b5

Ripma, Sarah 52+ Risd on, Lorinda 577

Risher, Cary 55+ Rivera, Michael 56 1 Rivers, Revin 57 1 Rives, Jerry 1 72 Rizkowsky, Alexander 57 ' Rizza, Reith 577

Roach, J~aylor 575

Roady, Ryne 2 1, +b+, 252 Rob aina, Jose 5 5 1 Robb ins, Hillary 523 Robb ins, James 22,5+0 Robb ins, Matthew 5b5 Robblee, Michael +01 Roberts, Andrew 5+7,+05 Roberts, Headley 230

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Schmiegel, Nicholas 53? Schnitger, Anna 3+? Schoen, William I 60 Schoenhardt, David 3^5 Scholfieid, Charles 557 Scholl, Crant 3?0 Schomaker, Rob 22 Schomaker, Robert 201

Schonig, Jacob ?7, 575 Schrader, John 575 Schriner, Mark 3+' Schroeder, C reg 2 1 Schroeder, Cregory 3dO Schroeder, Jessica 555" Schroeder, John 55? Schroer, Christopher 577 Schuett, /Aaron 20, 33d Schuette, Christopher 5?5 Schulker, David 25, 570 Schulte, (Jbristin 35d Schulte, Roslyn 20, +d5, 1 97 Schulte, Rosyln 1 55 Schultz, Tyler 37d Schulz, Shawn 27d Schulze, benjamin 5 5 3 Schumacher, Christopher 555 Schumann, 7achary 5+5 5cb waab, Matthew 201 Schwandt, Matt I 2 i Schwandt, Matthew 57^ Schwartz, Michael 3d I Schwartz, Sara 3d? Sciulli, Stewart ?5, 35? Scoggin, Joshua 55 1

Shamess, Jonathan 400 Shanes, Rmi'ly 1 15,555 5+5 Shannon, O Shanor, /Aaron ?0, +O 1

Shapiro, Zachary 575 Sharma,Vip l 35d

Singer, Ryle 224

David 401 Simpson, /Andrew 5?2

Simpson, R lizabeth 557

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S'ms, Donald 555

S giser, \A/illiam 22? in

Shaub, Ryan

Singletary, Cody 5+? Singleton, Jemal ?0

5^5

Shaughnessy, Ryan Shay, Sean 5??

5 d5

S'nica, Vaidas 572 Sinkler, Joshua 5d7 S'+eci, Jonathan 400 S ertsen, Ryan 5 55 Skarstedt, Rurt 4dd, 1 25, 240 Skibitsky, Scott 402 Skidmore, Marissa 5?7 Skinner, Justin 552 Sh inner, Rachel 5 5 1 Sh inner, Thomas 2?d Shora, Thomas 55 + Shorda, Nic 25 Shordas, Nicolas 2?2 5kyp ec h, John 577 Slaaek, Nathanael 405 Slater, Ceoffrey 2 68 Slater, M arshel 55 ' Sleasman, David 5+? Sleeter, Ryan 55 ' Sligh, Sp encer 70, 55d Slihher, benn 5d? si ocum, brian 272 Slogic, Rat IO?, 5 d?

Shea, Jamie 550 Sheam, benjamin 250

Sheffield,/Angela 5d+ Shehan, Jeffrey 5?2 Shelly, Nicholas 402 Shelly, Nick 2 1

Shemo, Matthew 57+ Sh en!c, Reter 1 01 5 d5 Sheppard, Revi 1 ?5 Sh erman, Michael 555 Shiliig, Theod ore 5d+ Shinabarker, Sameron 5^5 Shinaberry, John 55' Shinoda, Renji 5 79 Shinto, Michelle 5 99 Shiveiey, !~heodore 5d7 Shockley, L'esl 201 Short, Shrystina +5,4?, 5 d+ Short, D mily 5 do ,

Shortridge, L rika 1 I 7,

lough, Dempsey 10?, 5?? Smaagard, Ryle 555 Smalenberger, David 22, 205

Scoggin, Ryan 1 66 Scott, bob ?0 5cott, b°bby 22, 5 5+ Scott, David 25, 552 Scott, Ranie 3d2 Scott, Mark 57? Scott, Michael 5dd Scott, Robert 205 Scully, Chase

Sealy, Ryan 20+ S bby, /Andrew 2 I 2 e

Scdelmyer, Rmie ?0 Seefried, Joshua 5? 1 S ee bawer, b adlee 535 S her, Theodore 5?+ Seibert, Shane 5$5 Seifert, /Alexander 5+5 Seifert, b ra dley 55? Sellner, Ryle 555 Selzer, brett 1 07, 557 Sena, Thomas +01 S e pp> E. r| c 5<Sd S e pp, Jonathan 3d3 Seremet, Dric 105 Sergi, Natasha 5d7 Setterberg, Seth 577 Setzer, Shades 555 Severe,! imothy 5^1 Seville, Mario 5do Staffer, Dave ?0 Shaffer, David 2+0 Shaffstall, 7\dam 55? r

m on,

555

Shuler, Robert 5d? Shutt, Matthew 1 75 S'bal,/Alexander 5?<S Sickles, Tyler ?7, 55 ' S'efhen, Carly 121,204 S g, /Alexander 5+? S'eling, Todd 5d5 S'emer, ] im 1 04, 1 05 S'emer, Timothy 4dd, 252 S'ermine, Dan ?0 S'evers,/Adam 5? 5 S'evers, Matt I 1 O, 1 1 I S'evers, Matthew 5+0 Sibentes, Christopher 5d7 S’lcox, Jarod ?0 S'lcox, Jarrod 5?d S'ler, Scott 547 S'lhett-|rvine, byon 5?3 S'lho, Jeremy 105,55' Silsby, Rurt 535 S'lva, b an 402 Silver, Raul 220 Simeon, Molly 5 d 5 ie

Simmons, Anthony 575 Simmons, Rasie 555 Simmons, Wesley 350

Small,/Andrew 5#7 Small, Matthew 405 Small, J~°dd 57' Smalley, Robert 173 Smith, 7? Smith, Abraham 220 Smith, Adam 5?0 Smith, Alfred 550 Smith, Andrew 5 97 Smith, Austin 5+5 Smith, benjamin 55d Smith, brent 555 Smith, brian 5d5 Smith, Chad ?0 Smith, Christina 5 d5 Smith, Christopher +dd, 2d 1,3+5 Smith, Coileen 1 1 2, 11 3, 4dd, 2 1 d Smith, Cory 374 Smith, Daniel 57' Smith, Don 35S Smith, Dustin 75, 300 Smith, L_ric 3+0 Smith, L va 3<S7 Smith, Creg 1 2 1 Smith, Cregory 367 Smith, Jaclyn 206 Smith, James 5+? Smith, Jered 3??

Smith, John 103 2+0 Smith, Joseph 20, 3 ++ Smith, Joshua 125 Smith, Juliana 355 ,

Sm th, Cyle 347 Sm th, L'sa 77 Sm th, Matthew 57 ' Sm th, Nate 25, 70, 65 Sm th, Nathan 35 1,37? Sm th, Nathaniel 3dO Sm th, Philip 54d S th, Reilly 1 03, 3d 1 Sm th, Robert 333, 345, 355, 3d 1,35 1 Sm th, Russell 575 S th, Shyler 342 Sm th, Stewart 23 d Sm th, Chornas 354 S th, TJIer 370 Sm th, Victoria 2 1 2 Sm th, VV'lliam 353 Sm th-IJemandez, Carrett 37' Smyrski, John 353 S yth, Russell 355 Snead, F dwin 357 Sne.deker, Jason 337 Sne Igrove, Michael 355 Snow, Andrew 377 Snyder, Alan 337 m

Snyder, Ashley 355, 37° Snyder, fjrandon 2d4

Stafford, Cregory 541 Stagg, Christine 401 Stahr, Carsten 7°, 260 Stampher, Sarah 23, 37^" Standridge, Caleb 3dd Stanko, Devon 357

Stanley, Clayton 354 Stanley, Cevin 4dd, 264 Stanley, Ross 345 Stanton, Christopher 37 ' Stanton, Mary 220 Staples, Caitlin 37' Starkey, Debra 357 Staten, Charles 355 Staudenmaier, James 256 Stead, Richard 3d7 Steadman, ZJne 1 03 Stecker, J~yler 343 Steel, Christopher 337 Steel, James 27d Steel, Jonathan 35d Steele, Alecia 77, 355 Steelman, Ryan 37d Steen, J~revor 5 d 1 Stef, "Fyler ,272 Steffes, Joseph 577

Stirewalt, Alicia 20,57d Stober, James ,504 Stockdale, Jason 3d5 Stockdill, Cevin 505

Stogner 403 Stogner, Laken 1 1 2, 1 1 3 Stoll, Chad 541 Stone, F> ec ky 1 2 1 Stone, Rebecca 375 Stooke, Adam 401 Stooksbury, William ^JO Stoops, L>rian 372 Storm, Charles 375 Storm, Justin 3d7 Stover,

Christopher 37'

Stralka, Jonathan 5dO Strand, Cene 357 Strang Derek 3'7 Strathman, Cyle 355 Streit, ~Fyler 37^ Strekowski, Przemyslaw 35 1 Stribling Amileah 3d5 Strickland, Clayton 347 Strickland, Cate 2d

Sobey, Matthew 355 ^oifer, £)enjamin 375 Sondecker, Ceorge 37 ' Song, fjenjamin 377

Stegeman, Anthony 357

Stegman,/\nthony 373

Sorensen, Nathaniel 330 S orge, fjrett 2d6 S°to, Jessica 373 S°wa, £>ryn 333 Spader, {Jrandon 357

Spakowski, Matt 70 Spakowski, Matthew 352 5p arks, John 374372 5p arks,V Sparta, Matthew 3d3 Speakman, Joseph 355 Spear, Nicholas 4dd, 272 Speliotes, Ceorge 5d2 Spence, O erton 7°, 2d5 Sperling, (Jhrista 2 1 d Spidahl, S th 21,27d Spiegel, Lenny 34 Spielman, C'mothy 537 Spigiel, Leonard 37d Spitl er, Nathaniel 3<37 Spitz, Joseph 557 v onne

Spl awn, Joshua 373 5ponaugle, (Jraydon 35' Springer, Ryan 575

St- Clair, D an

1 2 i

St-Oair, Daniel 1J6 St-Peter, Jonathan 1J6 St aab, fjenton 573

Stein, Steven 34d Steiner, Cheryl 337 Steiner, John 3# ' St iner, J^homas 350 St iner, ~Fhomas 530 Sull ivan, Ste inmark, Lreddie 35 5 Steipp, Shaun 3d4 Stenberg Jensen 35' Stengl, Chomas 273 Stenstad, Nicole 227 Steph ens, Dan 23 Stephens, Daniel 23d, 377 Stephens, "Li °thy 5 53 Stetson, Caleb 345 Stevens, L>rett 1 7d Stevens, FAc 27 d Stevenson,/Alexander 3d3 Stewart, Candice 55d Stewart, Jennifer 347 Stewart, Jessica 3d7 Stewart, Cristina 1 2 i, 355 Stewart, Matthew 405 Stewart, Morgan 233 Stewart, Phillip 332 Stign a i, C reg° y 337 Stikel eather, James 130 Still man, Matthew 357 Still well, Amber 337 Stillwell, Ryan 103, 5d4 Stine, Cregory 337 St inson, Joshua 304 m

Stinton, Anthony 23,224

Strickland, Catharine 237 Strickler, Jesse 355 Strishock, Daniel 377 St roh, Jesse 373

Stromberg, Megan 240 Strong, fjrandon 1 24, 1 25, 32.4 Strong Robert 125, 37' Stroud, L>r>on 103,327 Strzelec, Robert 57d Stuart, J”homas 403 Stuhr, Kyan 341 Stuppy, Jamesina 2d I Subramanian, Darshan 377 Sucillon, Shaun 345 Suder, L)eau 70, 344 Suhrhoff, Catherine 355 Sullivan, L>randon 401 Sullivan, Uric 347 Sullivan, Cyan 357 Sullivan, S ea 353 Sullivan, VViHiam 300 Sultemeier, CJe 3d I Sumerall, Llarrison 375 Sumner, Z.achary 35 d Sump, fjrian 1 J 5 Supper, LJi 70 n

Supper, Dlijah 305

Sutcliffe, John 357 Sutliff, Matthew 1 7d Sutton, Cbris 70 Sutton, Christopher 342 Sutton, Douglas 355 Sutton, F dward 354 ,

Index 489

T>vehla, (Christopher +05 (Jwanson, jjavid 577 (Jwart, [Janiel 55? Awart, Joseph 57^ Awartz, Larissa 5 +, 55 555 (Jwartz, Margot 5 3 2 Cweatt, (Jody 557 Tweatte, Cary 227 ,

(Jweeney, (Christopher 5<Sb (Jwiderek, Ryan 547 Twiderski, Mallory 5 <3+ (Cwift, Adam 125 155 T>wift, Jonathan 555 Cwigonski, Ccott 5 5 5 (Jwindle, Jared 55 + (Jw+zer, Michael 575 ,

(Jylvester, R)avin 575 Tynovec, Thomas 577 (Jzabolcs, Chris 25, 1 25 Czabolcs, Christopher 557 (Jzala, Nicholas 21,25,27b Czeniawski, Joseph 5b7

Temple, Joseph 201 Templer, Rimberly 23+ T pleton, R)ouglas 22, 5+S Ten L_yck, (Clayton 5b7 em

T enpas, Jared 205 T eope, Raz 5b5 Terns, Adam 5b 1 Terreblanche, Johann 57' Terrell, Andrew 77, 575

Terry, R)illy 5^7 Teskey, Vanessa ,2b5 TetrauIt, Jeffrey 23+ Tetreault, Michael 552 Tetrick, (Caroline 5b7 Theisen, Reter 20, 55+ Theisner, VViHiam 555 Thistlewood, Raelin 57b Thomas 552 Thomas, fjriana 121,205 Thomas, C ra nt 45, 7°, 552 Thomas, Jason 5+7 Thomas, Revin 57 8 Thomas, Levi 203 Thomas, J3 th ,212 Thomasson, Melanie 21,2b3 Thome, Nicholas 555 Thompson, Chad 5<53 e

y Tabada, Meade 70 Tabata, M ade 5+5 Taber, R)evin 153 T"aborn, Lory 557 T"aggart, C l +5, +7, 552 Taibi, John 7° "Cakanen, Matthew 55b Talafuse, Thomas 5+2 J ally, Taylor 55' Tamosuinas, A nda 575 "Cangen, Jon 5 5 "C is, Matt 75 "Canis, Matthew 575 "Canner, Michael 55b Tarantino, Crederick +05 Tardieu, Raitlin 57' "Cardif,/\dam 5+5 J"artaglia, Crands 57° Tavelli, fjernadette 2b5 Taylor, Andrea 77,553

Toepher, Rachael 272 Toerner, (Clay 55 1 Togni, Megan 572 Tobien, Michael 551 Tomaszewski, (Jteven 557 T omcza k, Joseph 575 T omlinson, Nicholas 221 Tompkins, Alicia ,277

Tope, Cindy 5 75

Torgerson, Ariel 5b5 Tornow, C ugene 577 Torson, William 1 50, 5 1 2 Tosie, jjerek 22+ Toth, Michael 55 + Totorica, Christopher 555 Touchberry, Reid 57b Towal, C rik 5 5 1 Townsend, MacRane 575 Toyama, Toshiro 157,5b7

Tracy, Raul 577 Travelstead, Christopher 557 Travers, Ratrick 5+7 Trembath, R)enjamin 5b7 Tremboth, R)en 70

"Caylor, R)ryan 5^7 Taylor, (Christopher 20, 57° "Caylor, [Janiel 5SO Taylor, C lizabeth 5bb Taylor, Jaclyn 557 Taylor, Jared 5b7 Taylor, Justin 27, 177 Taylor, Ratherine 107,551 577 Taylor, L 25 Liz Taylor, Te’o, Mercy 5+7

Thompson, Jared 575 Thompson, Jeremy 555 Thompson, John 577 Thompson, Renon 27, 277 Thompson, Ree 21,55b Thompson, Mark 501 Thompson, Vic 7° Thompson, Victor 5bb Thompson, Tachary 575 Thomsen, Christopher 577 Thongfuang, Compop 557 Thoreson, fjrynn 57'

Teague, Andrew 555

Th oreson, Rara 575 Thuli, Rachariah 5+5 Thurmond, Camuel 553 Tierney, Matthew 5b2 TiUman, Regan 21,25,53 + T imberlake, Will iam 57 1 Timmermann, Aaron 55b Timsuren, Livingston

Teer, Cody 57b [ eets, Ryan 77, 573 I eigeler, Andrew 125,57+ J ekell, John 1 4+,+00 [ ernes, Lindsay 107,570

Tindall, Zachary 557 Tippets, James +0 1 Tisa, Raul 520 Tisa, Raul (J. Tison, Rdward 5+7

lam

Teach, Ad am 5b7

Tresemer, R)eau 1 2+, 1 25, 203 Tfew, Noel 557 Tribble, Jordan 5 b5 Trier, jjavid 555 Trimble, James 255 Trirnpe, Rjleen 57+ Tritz, Tyler 55 1 Trott, Michael 555 Trottier, Michael 5b5 True, Christina 557 Trujillo, Trevor 5 8 1 Trumble, Rristopher 540 Truxillo, Mark 20, 2b7 Tsougas, Nicholas 1 7b

Tsougas, Nick 20 Tubesing, Chris 1 05 Tubesing, Christopher 575 Tubman, Wesley 541 Tucholski, RTlward 257 Tuchscher, Matt 52 Tuchscher, Matthew 501 Tuchscherer, Michael 553 T uch scherer, Mibe \ 6 5 Tucker, [Janiel 5b 1 Tucker, John 55 1

~I~ucker, j_ance 5+7 Tuclcer, Matthew 241 Tudi, Robert 2^5 Tuell, Paulina 77 Xuinstra, Jared 577 Tulk, <3 ristopher 577 ~Pullson, Drew 20, 57°

VanAassel, Lucas 57b Van yassell, Chris 2 1 b Van Valkenburg, Zachary 5b5 Van Vleet, Ryle 5bO

Wyngaarden, Josh 6 5, 121 Van Wyngaarden, Joshua 575 van

Varatharaj, Aj

1 27, 5b7

Turner, Clayton 555 Cumer, )an 537 yurner, Spencer 5+0

Varnum, Nicholas 577 Vascjuez, Andrew 5+b Vaspuez, An drw 75 Vasso, Albert 5+7 Vasta, Robert 105,575

d^uscano, Railin 57^ Tuttle, (Jolton 5+2. yuznik, ]an 20, 5 1, 5++ "f" wedell, Matthew 5+d

Vaughn, Ryle 550 Vazpuez, (Jlaire 557 Veater, R)ryony 264 Veerathanongdech, Andrew 157,+05 Velaspuez, yhanya 577

yurnpuist, EJIake 101,577 d^urncjuist, Rmooks 101,2^7

(Jhl, James 57 1 (Jmana h,/\braham 557 (Jnderwood, Porrest 577 (Jnderwood, Nicholas 577 (Jniaclce, Revin 5+5 (Jnruh, (Rebecca 260 (Jnterberger, Cameron 5b 1

(Jpdilce, yrenton 5 3 2 (Jrbanovsky, fjrady 555 (Jtnlla, J 577 (Jzelac, Nicholas 570 ameson

(Jzelac, Nick 1 1 1

Velati, Nicolas 577 Velo, Da niel 5^7 Veltre, Philip 5<3 5 Vendt, Mary 57^

Venenga, Michael 401 Vera-yorres, David 177

Verduyn, Joost 5bb Vermillion, JJeidi

1 52, 266

Veydt, Aaron 5b6 Viani Augustin 570 Vicari, (Christopher 5+7 ,

Vaage, Jonathan 572 Vaccaro, pjizabeth 400 Vaccaro, i_J za 1 1 7 Vald ez, Zach I 25 Valdez, Zachary 557 Valentin, Juzanne 522 Valentine, yaylor 277 Valentine, yat) lor PJake Valenzuela, Miguel Celipe 557

Valine, (Jhristopher 405 Valle, Nathan 57+

V alii ere, (Christopher 260 Van Asti ne, David 57+ Vanfjaren, Matthew 401 Vandagriff, Reith 5 <30 Vandagriff, Revin 570 ,

Vandam, Patrick 241 Vandament, (Jraydon 5b2 VanDenfJ roeke, John 576 Vanderhorst, (Jhad 5^5 VanderMet), Josiah 577 Vanderschuere, Matthew 277

Vander\Vyst, L.ric 577 Van D e Water, (Jcott 264 Vane, Alexander 55 1 Van Loon, Nathan 275 Van Norman, Michael 552 Van Roekel, Robert 577

Walker, R>en|amin 405 Walker, James 22,5 b6 Walker, Joseph 166 Walker, Rarissa 1 1 /, 400 Walker, Matthew 5 <3 7 Walker, Nathanael 571 Walker, Crent 77,555 Wallace, Rrik 5<37 ,

Wallace, L rin

107,575

Walls, (Clinton 57' Walsh, Rmian 121,572 Walsh, Laura 1 07, 1 77, 57 1 Walsh, Patrick 5b7 Walsh, 5ean 527 Walter, Andrew 557 Walter, Mark 6 5, 5 1 2 Walton, Joseph 5<35 Walton, Joshua 275 Walton, Matthew 5<34 Wang, ,5teven 555 Wanko, Patrick 5<34 Ward, Jason 524 Ward, Jill 77, 575 Ward, Marc 5b5 Ward, Matthew 55b ,

Vick, (Coogan 25, 275 Vickers, D ian 5b7 Vieth, Jared 557 Vignola, Raul 77, 2b7 Villa nueva, 5b ane 5<36 Vineski, (Christopher 5+7

Warddrip, Rrin 277

Visalli, Joseph 5b7 Viscito, Lauren 575 Vite,Jean 401 Vlasov, Aleksey 400 Voci, Adam 557 Vogel, Robert 5<37 Voke, Matthew 501

Warthen, Philip 57 1 Wartman, Cp cer 20, 161 Warwick, Da nielle 5+1 Washburn, Rachel 577

Vinogradov, A+em 57°

w* den, Mark 555 Walker, Amelia 557 Walker, R>en //

Volpe, Ryle 77, 562 Vongroven, D

re tt

572

Vorhies, Drew 5+7 Vork, (Christopher 577 Vos, Lxian 57 1 Voss, Jameson 22, 175 Voss, Mark +05

Voyles, Jerry 555

Wade, Adam 57+ Wade, Rmad 70 Wade, Rmadford 1 05, 1 1 7, 5+7 Wade, Ryan 5 J 6 Wager, Jessica 401 Wagner, {Joan 507

Wagner, Remper 2 1,25, 57b Wagner, Rurt 572 Wagner, Michael 5+7 Wago ner, fjrandon 5+7 Wahl, Rric 57 1

w arc, P)eth 402 Warfel, Patrick 5b7 Wargula, William 557 w arner, Chad 57,575 w arner, D aniel 555 Warriner, Austin 577 en

Waterfield-Cope, Ceorge 57 1

Waterlander, Jonathan 5^7 Waterworth, William 556 Watford, Jonathan 5b5 Wath en, Anne 557 Watkins, Cberyl 577 Watling, Cail 25,501 Watson, fjrent 557 Watson, David 105,577 Watson, Jason 5<D Watson, Lance 57b Watson, Mark 575 Watson, Raphael b, 1 7, 77, bO, J 1 1 1 b, 557, yhis One Weatherman, (Jeth 175 Weaver, fjenjamm 207 Weaver, Carrett 5 5 Weaver, Jonathan 1 77 Weaver, Ross 86, 70, 257 Weaver, Ryan 557 Webb, And rew 507 Webb, Christina 7+, 557 Weber, Chris 2b7 Web er, Lric 575 Weber, Jetta 507 Web er, Michael 105,57° Weeks, Daniel 57° ,

102 ,

Weeks, Panny 25 Weeks, Chane 55,572Weeks, T"tjler- 5^7 Weems, Baniel I 8 I W ger, Jeffrey 1 55, ' 57, ' d+, 1 d5, e

555

Weideman, Chris 7° Weiler, Justin 557 Weimar, Cara 575 Weimer, Chris 1 JO We imer, Christopher I 75 Weinberg, Matthew 5^5 Weiner, 7\l exan der 555 Weinstein, (Jurtis 57d Weis, Leah 5^5 Welch, Daniel 555 Welch, Matt 5+ Welch, Matthew 575 Welch, Nicholas 555Welch, Nick J 6 Wells, Charles JO, 555 Wells, John 571 Wells, Marcus 121,552 Welsh, (Jhelsea 105,555 Welshinger, Ccott J69 Welt, Michael 570 Wendt, Neal 555 Wenger, Kachael 5+5 Wentzel, J ames 2 ^,

White, fjryan 225 White, Caroline 55 + White, (Jordon 207 White, JJarvey 557 White, Lauren + 1 1 15,552. White, Megan 577 White, Lhilipe 555 White, Kyan 1 1 5, 555, +00 White, ~Lrevor 557 Whiteh ea d, Kyan 5 6 1 Whitehurst, AWhitehurst, Abby 1 66, 507 Whiteman, |an 553 ,

Whiting, fjndgett 155, 5'5 Whitney, B°b 75 Whitney, Kent 5+0 Whitney, K°bert 575 Whitson, (Jhad 5+5 Whitt, ]J)onald 57^

Williams, Brittany 5<57 Will iams, Choi 189 Williams, Demitrah 77 Will iams, Jennifer 577 W'Hiams, Joshua 550 575 Williams, Justin SO Williams, Keith J8J Williams, Kevin 1 25, 5+5 Williams, Matt S5, 121 Williams, Matthew 5d 1,577 Williams, Kyan 70 57 1 Williams, Chane 5 66 Will iams, Citeding 557 Williams, W°°dy 70 Williamson, Anne 21,57^ Williamson, Jacob 5d5 Willis, Chanelle 5 1 7 WiHis, Ccott +OO W'llock, Larry 70 W'Hs, Bradley 575 Wills, Mi^hell 557 Wil ot, L ric 2^5 Wilson, Abel j6j ,

22 +

Whittemore, Cravis 575 Wichmann, Matthew 557 W'edenmann, Christopher 571

Wieder, Whitney 5+1 Wiehe, Blake 571 Wiese, Kyan 575 Wieser, Adam 207

Wight, *L ylor 537 W'lde, ~L thy 575 a

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Wessell, Ann 555 West, And rew 5 7 1 West, Cabriel 572 West, Jeffrey 57 + West, Meghan 5 d 1

Westby, Kyan 1S5 Westling, B andon 1 S 7 r

Weston, Ch ristopher 57 d Wetherbee, Michael 573 Wetherbee, Mike 2 I Wetlesen, Michael 20, 5+0

Wheatley ,James 175 Whipple, Kobert 557

Whisenhunt, Dan 90 Whitaker, Marisa 575 White, Brandon 557 492 Index

Wilder, John J69 Wild man, Keed 21 ,55^ Wilhelm, John 5+1 Wilhelm, Jordan 11,JJ6 W'lhoit, Cteven 1 77 Wilk, Christopher 557

Wilkening, Wesley 552

Wilkens, Justin 577 W'lkenson, [Janiel 201 Wilk ins, Kenneth 5+5 Wilkinson, Cydney 575 WiHan, Kyan 55 + WiHe, Kichard 207 W'llert, Brandon 5+2 Will iams, Adam 5 9J Will iams, Brian 577

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