Announcements

Lieutenant Max Heidacker commissioned into the Air Force through Michigan Technological University Detachment 400. Graduating with honors, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, and is assigned to Pilot Training at Vance AFB, Oklahoma in 2021. Lieutenant Heidacker joined the National Advisory Consultant team in Spring 2020, and continues to serve as an AAS / SW conclave NAC.

During his time in AAS with the TSgt. Robert E. LaMotte Squadron, Lt Heidacker served as the NATCON 2019 Director of Operations, and AAS 2019-2020 Region VI Commander.

Lieutenant April L. Patko entered the Air Force through Reserve Officer Training Corps Detachment 485 out of Rutgers University as the 2020 Distinguished Graduate. Originally from Kendall Park, NJ, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, and is assigned to the Space Launch Squadron at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida as a Developmental Engineer.

She Arnold Air Society’s Captain Wilbur S. Darby Squadron 2016, and served on higher headquarters as the 2017-2018 Region II Commander, the 2018-2019 National Chief of Protocol, and the 2019-2020 National Commander. 

Lt Patko joined the National Advisory Consultants team in 2020, and continues to serve AAS and SW with a specialization in Protocol. 

Brigadier General Dan Woodward received his commission in 1980 as a distinguished graduate of the ROTC program at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. He and his wife of 32 years, Major General Maggie Woodward, met through ROTC and Arnold Air Society.

General Woodward served in a variety of operational and support positions during his 28 year Air Force career. He commanded the 78th Mission Support Group at Warner Robins Georgia and the 47th Flying Training Wing at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. He served as an Executive Officer at the Wing, Major Command and Air Staff level and held flag officer positions on the Joint Staff as Deputy Director for Force Management and on the Air Staff as Director of Regional Affairs in International Affairs.

General Woodward is a graduate of Squadron Officer School, Air Command and Staff College, Air War College, the Center for Creative Leadership, and the Capstone Flag Officer Course. He is a command pilot with more than 3,000 military and 600 civilian flying hours.

Following retirement in 2009, General Woodward was Vice President, Integrated Solutions at General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT). He is currently Executive Director of Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings and continues to serve as a Senior Subject Matter Expert for GDIT, as a member of a strategic steering group for Beechcraft, and as an adjunct professor teaching strategic management for Embry-Riddle Worldwide.

The AAS/SW Board of Trustees, Executive Management Center, National Advisory Consultants, and National Staffs are monitoring the Coronavirus situation closely. The health and safety of every national conclave attendee is our top priority.

Using contacts at AFROTC Headquarters, the Air Force Personnel Center, the Westgate Hotel, the websites of the World Health Organization (WHO), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and those that track conferences and conventions inside the Unites States, we gather and consider information affecting our National Conclave in Las Vegas every single day.

Although the situation remains fluid, we currently expect VegasCon to take place as planned.  Our lineup of great speakers, the incredible city of Las Vegas and all it offers, the poolside mixer, the “Junior/Senior” mixer, and much, much more…are all on track.  If things go as planned, this will be our second largest Conclave in a decade…it will be EPIC!

We recognize some attendees are evaluating the situation. That is prudent. Following are facts we consider most important at the moment:

• There are currently no domestic travel restrictions in place
• There are currently no domestic travel policies affecting cadets or military members
• USA Today reported 1 March that Southwest, United, American, and other major carriers are waiving both change and cancellation fees (students should confirm policies with their airline of choice)
• CDC/WHO report the outbreak in China is subsiding
• While the current number of cases in the U.S. is relatively small, access to test kits is expected to increase significantly in the coming days, which may coincide with a spike in reported cases inside the U.S.
• WHO indicates that the transmission of the virus may be more difficult than first reported, while the mortality rate may be slightly higher
• While multiple conventions have been canceled, others, including the very recent Air Warfare Symposium in Orlando, went off without a hitch

The bottom line is that with more than a month remaining before VegasCon, and with little consequence associated with making travel plans and preparations for a tremendous event, we see no reason to make irreversible decisions affecting attendance.

ACTION MEMORANDUM FOR ALL AAS/SW REGION COMMANDERS AND PRESIDENTS: FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION TO ALL MEMBERS

SUBJECT: SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY AT AIR FORCE ASSOCIATION NATIONAL; $40.00/DAY FUNDING

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

1.  The AAS/SW Executive Management Center is accepting immediate nominations for as many as two summer 2020 internships in Washington DC with the Air Force Association (AFA) at their National Headquarters.  Candidates will be screened by the Executive Directors (EDs) and competitively selected by the EDs in collaboration with Human Resources at AFA. 

2.  Successful candidates will be required to live in the Washington DC metro area (Arlington) during this internship for a minimum of eight weeks and will receive a daily stipend of approximately $40/day.  These opportunities are open to all Silver Wings and Arnold Air Juniors, Seniors and 5th Year students, including students graduating this summer.  Once a student is selected for this internship, they are expected to honor the commitment.

3.  These positions do not require a security clearance however recipients must submit to a criminal background investigation.  Candidates must be available for approximately 8 weeks; an extension of 4 additional weeks is possible if the intern’s finances permit.  NOTE: THE PREFERRED DATES FOR THESE INTERNSHIPS ARE FROM 8 JUN THROUGH 31 JUL BUT FINAL DATES WILL BE ESTABLISHED BASED ON AVAILABILITY OF INTERNS FOLLOWING SELECTION.  This program is open to all academic majors, though some department opportunities are better suited to specific fields of study.

4.  These internships may include travel and interaction with senior leadership in industry and government.  They require impeccable dress and appearance and superior communicative skills. 

5.  A successful candidate will be placed at AFA in a position best suited to their professional development objectives and AFA requirements.  NOTE: while the AFA will make every effort to match an intern to their major or area of interest, there may be some interns placed in a department where there is simply a need.  The following are only possibilities, and candidates should be open to working across departments.

Opportunities for students may exist within the following departments:

Communications

Communications interns will assist with projects such as development of communications plans and general association outreach. The intern will also gain experience with communication planning at all levels including research, execution and evaluation. The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a can-do attitude. Suggested majors include public policy or communications.

 CyberPatriot

After completing an internship with the CyberPatriot program, candidates can expect to have a better understanding of the overall program and the importance of reaching out to middle and high school students who are interested in cyber security. Areas of experience gained will include customer support, administrative communication, level 1 software and hardware technical support, executive writing, web layout, and marketing communication. The ideal candidate will have an interest in or will be pursuing a degree in STEM, communications or a related field. Highly motivated team players with excellent multi-tasking skills will be the most successful.

Government Relations

In addition to experience with basic administrative and office tasks such as creating spreadsheets and data entry, the candidate will have the opportunity to interact with senior Air Force and Congressional leadership. Other responsibilities include research projects related to defense policy and attending meetings on Capitol Hill. The possibility exists to see his or her completed report published in a small AFA or future Mitchell publication. Ideal candidates will be pursuing a degree in political science, history or a related field or have interest in these areas with strongest consideration given to junior or senior level students. Applicant should be a self-starter with ability to excel while working independently.

Other

Other internship opportunities within the AFA National organization, including the executive office, Air Force Magazine, and The Mitchell Institute may also be available as the summer intern period approaches.

6.  SELECTION PROCESS

The Executive Directors may or may not forward all nomination packages based on the submission and following a phone interview and discussion with the applicable Detachment Commander and/or reference provided by the candidate. 

The following will be used to further evaluate individuals:

•       MANDATORY: Availability during the spring/summer/fall of 2019 for a minimum of eight weeks (prefer 8 Jun to 31 Jul for candidates)

•       MANDATORY: Availability in the Washington DC Metro Area; candidate must plan on limited funding with this program

•       MANDATORY:  Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

•       MANDATORY:  Successful completion of a criminal background check

Candidates will self-nominate by sending the following information to mgmt.center@arnold-air.org NOT LATER THAN SUNDAY 23 February 2020 at midnight Pacific Time.  SUBMISSIONS MUST BE IN THE FORM OF AN EMAIL WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IN THE BODY AND NOT AS AN ATTACHMENT.  THE ONLY AUTHORIZED ATTACHMENT IS THE UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT.  Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.

•       FULL NAME, ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS

•       NAME OF COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY, FIELD(S) OF STUDY AND GPA

•       NAME OF CHAPTER OR SQUADRON AND LEADERSHIP POSITIONS HELD, IF ANY

•       NAME, RANK, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF AFFILIATED DETACHMENT COMMANDER

•       NAME, TITLE, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF ONE REFERENCE WHO  MAY VOUCH FOR ACADEMIC RECORD AND PERSONAL RELIABILITY

•       A STATEMENT PROVIDING THE DATES OF AVAILABILITY DURING THE SPRING/SUMMER/FALL PERIOD (SPECIFICS WILL BE WORKED OUT WHEN SELECTED BUT THE DESIRED AVAILABLE DATES ARE 8 JUN THROUGH 31 JULY)

•       A COPY OF AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT ATTACHED TO THE NOMINATING EMAIL (THIS IS THE ONLY ATTACHMENT AUTHORIZED)

•       A 300 WORD OR LESS SUMMARY DESCRIBING WHY THE CANDIDATE WOULD LIKE TO BE SELECTED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY

7.  These are highly prestigious internships; recipients will carry the reputation of AAS/SW forward with the Air Force Association, a critical strategic partner.  All highly motivated eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

DANIEL P. WOODWARD

Brig Gen, USAF (Retired)

Co-Executive Director, Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings

202-999-5173

ACTION MEMORANDUM FOR ALL AAS/SW AREA AND REGION COMMANDERS AND PRESIDENTS: FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION TO ALL JUNIOR, SENIOR AND FIFTH YEAR CADETS INCLUDING THOSE GRADUATING//SUSPENSE 9 FEB 2019 

SUBJECT: ARNOLD AIR SOCIETY/SILVER WINGS AND AIR FORCE ASSOCIATION PENTAGON INTERNSHIPS FOR CADETS//$1,000 + STIPEND INCLUDED

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS 

1.      The AAS/SW Executive Management Center is accepting nominations for the following Pentagon Internships (see additional information on each opportunity below Brig Gen Woodward’s signature block):

·         As many as four in the Office of Air Force Financial Management (SAF/FM)

·         As many as two in the Office of Air Force International Affairs (SAF/IA)

·         As many as two in the Office of the Air Force Judge Advocate General (HAF/JA) (Special criteria apply; see paragraph 6)

·         As many as two in the Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of the Air Force (SAF/AA)

·         One in the Office of the Legislative Liaison (SAF/LL)

·         One in the Office of Air Force Public Affairs (SAF/PA)

·         One in the Air Force Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations (HAF/A3)

·         One in the Air Force Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Deterrence and Nuclear Integration (HAF/A10)

·         As many as two in the Office of the Air Force Surgeon General or at a Military Treatment Facility (HAF/SG) NOTE: THE LOCATION OF THIS INTERNSHIP MAY BE IN FALLS CHURCH VA AT THE DEFENSE MEDICAL AGENCY.  UNLIKE THE PENTAGON, METRO TRANSPORTATION IS NOT AVAILABLE SO STUDENTS MAY NEED TO USE BUSES OR HAVE THEIR OWN TRANSPORTATION.  IN ADDITION, IT IS POSSIBLE STUDENTS COULD BE PLACED IN A MILITARY TREATMENT FACILITY (MTF).  BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS INTERNSHIP, PLEASE CONTACT GENERAL WOODWARD AT DAN.WOODWARD@ARNOLD-AIR.ORG TO DISCUSS YOUR PREFERENCES AND TRANSPORTATION SITUATION; WE WILL WORK TO SHAPE YOUR INTERNSHIP OPTIONS.  STILL PENDING COORDINATION AT TIME OF DISTRIBUTION…PLEASE CONTACT GENERAL WOODWARD BEFORE APPLYING

2.      Successful candidates will be required to live in the Washington DC metro area (except SG interns if placed at an MTF) during these internships and must be able to participate without supplemental funding (beyond the stipend offered) provided by the EMC (all costs will be borne by the individual).  These internships are open to Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings Juniors, Seniors and fifth year students who are cadets under contract, including those graduating this summer who will be commissioned and awaiting entry into active duty.

3.      THESE POSITIONS REQUIRE A VALID SECRET CLEARANCE OR HIGHER.  CANDIDATES MUST BE AVAILABLE DURING THE 2020 SPRING/SUMMER/FALL FOR A MINIMUM OF TWO TO THREE MONTHS.  

AAS AND SW CONTRACT CADETS WITH A CLEARANCE PENDING MAY APPLY BUT MUST CONFIRM IN WRITING THAT THE DETACHMENT COMMANDER BELIEVES A CLEARANCE WILL BE OBTAINED BY MAY 2020 IF THEY ARE SELECTED.

4.      These internships may include travel and will involve interaction with senior Air Force leadership.  They require impeccable dress and appearance and superior communicative skills.  These internships were approved by the SAF/GC, SAF/AA and participating organizations at the Flag Officer level.

5.      SELECTION PROCESS

Successful candidates will be selected by the EDs and sponsors following a phone interview and/or discussion with the applicable Detachment Commander and/or references provided by the candidate.  An additional phone interview with a member of the sponsoring office may be required.  The following will be used to further evaluate individuals:

·         MANDATORY: For all positions, a secret or higher clearance and be either an active SW or AAS contract cadet (see paragraph 3 if you do not yet have a clearance) 

·         MANDATORY: Availability during the spring/summer/fall of 2020 for a minimum of two to three months

·         MANDATORY: Availability in the Washington DC Metro Area; candidates must plan on no funding for this program (NOTE: AAS/SW and the Air Force Association will combine to provide at least $1000.00 to each intern to help defray costs)

·         MANDATORY: Eligible member of AAS/SW with dues paid in full when the application is submitted

·         MANDATORY: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, or 2.75 cumulative for STEM areas of study, or equivalent

Candidates will self-nominate by sending the following information to mgmt.center@arnold-air.org NOT LATER THAN Sunday 9 February 2020 at midnight Pacific Time.  Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances. 

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS PART OF AN EMAIL AND NOT AS AN ATTACHMENT.  THE ONLY ATTACHMENT PERMITTED IS THE UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT:

·         A PRIORITIZED LIST OF INTERNSHIPS FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING (YOU MAY APPLY FOR ONE OR ALL WITH ONE E-MAIL) (NOTE: HAF/JA HAS SPECIAL APPLICATION CRITERIA (SEE BELOW)); PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THE JA INTERNSHIP UNLESS YOU MEET THESE UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS

·         NAME, ADDRESS OF RECORD (NOT COLLEGE ADDRESS), PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS

·         NAME OF COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY, FIELD(S) OF STUDY, PROFICIENCY LEVEL (IF ANY) IN ANY FOREIGN LANGUAGE(S) AND GPA

·         PLANNED DATE OF GRADUATION

·         NAME OF CHAPTER OR SQUADRON AND LIST OF ANY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS HELD (IF ANY)

·         NAME, RANK, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF AFFILIATED DETACHMENT COMMANDER

·         NAME, TITLE, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF ONE REFERENCE WHO MAY VOUCH FOR ACADEMIC RECORD AND PERSONAL RELIABILITY

·         A STATEMENT CONFIRMING POSSESSION OF A SECRET OR HIGHER CLEARANCE OR A STATEMENT AFFIRMING THAT THE DETACHMENT COMMANDER BELIEVES A SECRET OR HIGHER CLEARANCE WILL BE OBTAINED BY MAY 2020 (SEE PARAGRAPH 3 

·         A STATEMENT PROVIDING THE APPROXIMATE DATES OF AVAILABILITY DURING THE SPRING/SUMMER/FALL PERIOD (SPECIFICS WILL BE WORKED OUT WITH THE SPONSORING AGENCY WHEN SELECTED)

·         A STATEMENT INDICATING WHETHER OR NOT YOU HAVE ACCEPTED A NUCLEAR MISSION SCHOLARSHIP OFFER

·         A 300 WORD OR LESS SUMMARY DESCRIBING WHY YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE SELECTED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY AS PART OF THE BODY OF THE EMAIL APPLICATION

·         A COPY OF AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT ATTACHED TO THE NOMINATING EMAIL (THIS IS THE ONLY ATTACHMENT AUTHORIZED)

6.       If applying for an internship in the Office of the Judge Advocate General (HAF/JA), candidates will add the following information to their application:

·         A STATEMENT INDICATING IF YOU HAVE APPLIED FOR AN EDUCATIONAL DELAY FOR LAW SCHOOL UPON GRADUATION

·         A STATEMENT LISTING LAW SCHOOLS TO WHICH YOU HAVE APPLIED (IF ANY)

7.      These are highly prestigious internships; candidates will carry the reputation of AAS/SW forward with the sponsor.  All highly motivated, eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

Signed//DPW//18 Dec 2019
DANIEL P. WOODWARD
Brig Gen, USAF (Retired)
Co-Executive Director, Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings
202-999-5173

________SPONSOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION________

Additional Information for students considering an internship with SAF/FM:

A successful candidate for the SAF/FM internship will gain experience in one or more of the following key functions:

·         Budget Formulation and Justification – Helping secure and employ resources to maximize Air Force capability including people, readiness and modernization

·         Cost Analysis – Helping deliver credible, objective analysis, enabling cost conscious decisions

·         Financial Services – Helping design, monitor, and hold the Air Force accountable for the effective, efficient, and audible journey of financial transactions from inception to Air Force Financial Statements

·         Programming – Helping translate strategic priorities into an executable future-year resource plan

·         Work with legislators on Capitol Hill

The SAF/FM Mission Statement follows:

“SAF/FM is focused on maximizing resources for our Nation’s Air Force, putting the right resources in the right place at the right time, every time.  Since resources touch every aspect of every mission, Interns will learn how the Air Force brings capability to the fight.”

Additional Information for students considering an internship with SAF/IA:

Successful candidates for the SAF/IA internship will gain experience in one or more of the following key mission areas:

·         Political-Military Assessment

·         Security Assistance

·         International Armaments Cooperation

·         Foreign Disclosure and Export Control

·         Comparative Weapons Analysis

·         International Professional Development

The SAF/IA Mission Statement follows:

“SAF/IA is a team of international affairs experts committed to enabling conflict prevention and joint/coalition operational success through sustained security cooperation activities in air, space, and cyberspace domains. Our focus is on maintaining and building trust with existing and new partners for our mutual security interests while strengthening US and Global Security.”

Additional Information for students considering an internship with HAF/JA:

As an Intern, students will work under attorney supervision in numerous practice areas of the JAG Corps including, but not limited to:

·         Preparing criminal and civil cases by conducting legal research

·         Writing briefs and opinions, conducting investigations and interviewing witnesses

·         Assisting attorneys who counsel and represent Airmen, their family members and retirees in personal legal matters in areas such as family law, estate planning, landlord-tenant law, tax, bankruptcy, immigration and naturalization law, and military administrative law

·         Supporting attorneys in other areas, such as federal tort claims, government procurement law, employment law, international law, environmental law and operational law

The AF/JA Mission Statement follows:

“To deliver professional, candid, independent counsel and full-spectrum legal capabilities to command and the warfighter.”

Additional Information for students considering an internship with SAF/AA:

(SAF/AA) is established as part of the Secretariat. SAF/AA has overall responsibility for providing administrative continuity for the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force (SAF/OS); managing support activities for SAF/OS, Headquarters Air Force (HAF), and supported Field Operating Agencies (FOA) and elements; departmental programs involving policy, publishing/publications, security enterprise to include information, personnel and industrial security and committee management for the Department of the Air Force.

Additional Information for students considering SAF/PA

Public Affairs plans and executes communication strategies to gain informed public support for Air Force personnel, resources and missions; oversees worldwide public affairs force management, development and readiness; and directs public engagement and media operations programs.  Key divisions include:

·         STRATEGY & ASSESSMENTS: Strategy and Assessments Division provides communication, advice and planning support for Air Force priorities, issues and initiatives

·         ENGAGEMENTS: Develops and executes public engagement programs to build sustained public understanding, trust and support for Air Force personnel and missions

·         AF PUBLIC AFFAIRS AGENCY: Provides multimedia services to the Air Force

·         MEDIA OPERATIONS: Media Operations Division provides information to the public (national and international) on Air Force policies, programs, activities & issues through independent and DoD media

·         REQUIREMENTS & DEVELOPMENT: Establishes, manages and oversees force development and management, training programs and educational curricula for Public Affairs forces.

Additional Information for students considering an internship with HAF/A3:

Successful candidates will be placed in HAF/A3 and gain experience in one or more of the following key Air Force mission areas:

·         Global operations and training

·         Operational requirements

·         Operational planning

Additional Information for students considering an internship with HAF/A10:

Successful candidates for this internship will gain experience in one or more of the following key mission areas:

·         Formulating, evaluating, and shaping nuclear strategy, policy, doctrine, vulnerabilities, force structure and analysis

·         Advocating for requirements, acquisition, programming, and budgeting processes for nuclear and global strike capabilities

·         Providing technical information and framing issues to support Air Force nuclear requirements

·         Guiding the development of ends, ways, and means to achieve extended deterrence and assurance for allies and partners

·         Policy and procedures for safeguarding Nuclear Command and Control Extremely Sensitive Information

Additional Information for students considering an internship with HAF/SG (AIR FORCE MEDICAL SERVICE (AFMS)): STILL PENDING COORDINATION AT TIME OF DISTRIBUTION//CONTACT GENERAL WOODWARD

The mission of the Air Force Medical Service is to ensure medically fit forces, provide expeditionary medics, and deliver Trusted Care to all we serve.  

The vision is to be Air Force Warrior Medics…Mission Focused, Excellence Driven.  The goals of the AFMS are to achieve full spectrum medical readiness, strengthen the Joint Warrior Medical Team and drive AFMS transformation

Hello everyone! My name is Andres, and I was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico and grew up moving around in a military family. After graduating from Moanalua High School in Honolulu, Hawaii, I decided to attend Northern Arizona University. I’m currently a Senior working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics, and hoping to graduate by 2021.

I’m currently a POC in AFROTC Detachment 027 at NAU, and a founding member of the NAU Honor Guard from 2016 to 2019. As a member of the David L. “Bullit” Curtis Robinson Chapter, I am currently serving as Region X Vice President, Chapter Recruiting Officer, and Chapter Activities Officer, in addition to my National Webmaster Position. In my spare time, I like to play and run Dungeons and Dragons sessions for my friends and teammates in the Bullit Chapter-Squadron. I currently speak English, Spanish, and just an elementary amount of Korean. My goal after obtaining my degree is to become a Cyber Operations (17D) Officer in the USAF. My hobbies include playing video games, coding, hiking, and working out.

I am absolutely ecstatic to serve in the position of National Webmaster, and I hope to gain valuable technical proficiency to better serve Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings in their future endeavors!

ACTION MEMO FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION TO ALL AAS SQUADRON COMMANDERS AND SW CHAPTER PRESIDENTS FOR ALL ELIGIBLE STUDENTS

SUBJECT: 2019-2020 THE FUND FOR AMERICAN STUDIES INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings is is proud to announce a new partnership with The Fund for American Studies (TFAS).  TFAS is an educational non-profit that:

“is changing the world by developing leaders for a free society. Our transformational programs teach the principles of limited government, free-market economics and honorable leadership to students and young professionals in America and around the world.

By offering a portfolio of more than 20 different academic programs, fellowships and seminars, the TFAS Journey helps cultivate future leaders from high school, all the way through to their university studies and professional careers.”

Additional information may be found on their website at https://tfas.org/ and by reviewing the attachment.

Cadets and civilians are eligible and a security clearance is not required.  Early applications are due by 10 December.

Commanders and Presidents are asked to ensure every qualified AAS/SW member is informed of this exceptional opportunity and is encouraged to apply.

BG W

//Signed 25 Nov 2019//

DANIEL P. WOODWARD

Brig Gen, USAF (Retired)

Co-Executive Director, Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings

202-999-5173

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT CENTER HAS EXTENDED APPLICATION DEADLINE TO 8 NOV AT 12PM PACIFIC TIME. APPLY NOW!!

ACTION MEMORANDUM FOR ALL AAS/SW REGION COMMANDERS AND  PRESIDENTS: FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION TO ALL MEMBERS

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

SUBJECT: ARNOLD AIR SOCIETY AND SILVER WINGS FLYING SCHOLARSHIPS 2019-2020

1. The AAS/SW Executive Management Center is accepting nominations for cash award flight scholarships to be available to all students in Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings beginning in late December 2019.

The Executive Directors express deep appreciation to the following donors who made this year’s flight scholarship program possible:

• Southwest Airlines (designated grant)
• The Airpower Foundation (designated grant)
• The Lockheed Martin Corporation
• The Boeing Corporation

In addition, we recognize the constant and unwavering support of the following sponsors, upon whom, the success of virtually every program we execute relies

• USAA
• The Airlift Tanker Association
• The Air Force Association

2. Thirty scholarships are available with the following values:

• Ten $1,500.00 scholarships available for all students
  • One named IHO General (Ret) Craig R. McKinley
• Ten $1,500.00 scholarships available for women
  • One named IHO Mr. Herb Kelleher, founder, Southwest Airlines
• Ten $1,500.00 scholarships available for students identifying as African American
  • One named IHO Mr. Herb Kelleher, founder, Southwest Airlines

EVERY active member (dues paid) of Silver Wings and Arnold Air Society, including those who have recently become Associates or Initiates, is eligible.  Students with or without flight experience are eligible.

3. SELECTION PROCESS

Candidates will be screened by the Executive Directors (EDs) and competitively selected by the EDs and two retired General Officers who were military pilots.

The following will be used to evaluate individuals:

• MANDATORY: Availability to begin using the cash award for flight training between December 2019 and June 2020
• MANDATORY: Member in good standing in Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings with dues fully paid at the time of application
• MANDATORY: Completion of an essay not to exceed 300 words explaining the reason flight training is desired.
• MANDATORY: Students selected for Southwest Airlines, Airpower Foundation, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, or McKinley sponsored scholarships must be willing to draft a brief e-mail of thanks for the EMC to provide to the sponsor
• MANDATORY: Students selected for Southwest Airlines, Airpower Foundation, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, or McKinley sponsored scholarships must be willing to provide a photograph, preferably at flight training or in/around aircraft, for the EMC to provide to the sponsor (required by the sponsor)
• MANDATORY: Students selected for a Southwest Airlines sponsored scholarship must be willing to participate in an on-camera interview or provide other media support if requested
• MANDATORY: Unofficial transcripts that reflect a 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) GPA (or equivalent) or higher in any field of study

Candidates will self-nominate by sending the following information to mgmt.center@arnold-air.org NOT LATER THAN 8 November AT 12PM PACIFIC TIME.  Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances. NOTE: EACH APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED IN THE FORM OF AN E-MAIL WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THE ORDER BELOW. ONLY ONE ATTACHMENT IS PERMITTED: AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT.

• APPLICANT NAME, GENDER, MAILING ADDRESS FOR HOME OF RECORD (NOT COLLEGE ADDRESS), PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS
• A STATEMENT THAT INDICATES IF YOU ARE APPLYING FOR A DONOR DESIGNATED AFRICAN AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP (IF SO, YOU REMAIN ELIGIBLE FOR OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS AS WELL) 
• NAME OF COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY, FIELD(S) OF STUDY AND CUMULATIVE GPA
• NAME OF CHAPTER OR SQUADRON AND AAS/SW LEADERSHIP OR STAFF POSITION HELD (IF ANY)
• NAME, RANK, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF AFFILIATED DETACHMENT COMMANDER
• NAME, TITLE, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF ONE REFERENCE WHO MAY VOUCH FOR ACADEMIC RECORD AND PERSONAL RELIABILITY
• AIRPORT NAME AND FIXED BASE OPERATION (FLIGHT TRAINING CENTER) NAME, PHONE NUMBER AND CHIEF PILOT OR OTHER CONTACT E-MAIL ADDRESS WHERE THE APPLICANT WOULD LIKE TRAINING.  NOTE: THE PREFERRED METHOD OF PAYMENT IS WITH A CREDIT CARD…PLEASE ENSURE THE TRAINING CENTER ACCEPTS CREDIT CARDS FOR PAYMENT
• A 300 WORD OR LESS SUMMARY DESCRIBING WHY YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE SELECTED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY
• A COPY OF AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT ATTACHED TO THE NOMINATING E-MAIL. NOTE: THIS IS THE ONLY ATTACHMENT PERMITTED AND IT MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE E-MAIL APPLICATION.

4. PROGRAM EXECUTION

SW/AAS students selected will be informed by their Detachment Commander in December. The EDs will coordinate directly with the desired fixed base operation (FBO) flight training center. The payment for training will be made directly to the flight center by the EMC on behalf of the student (students may be required to establish an account before it can be funded). Once payment is made, the student will simply contact the FBO to make arrangements for flight training consistent with their experience.

5. We encourage all interested and qualified students to apply. Only students in good standing with AAS/SW are eligible. Direct questions to Brigadier General Woodward at mgmt.center@arnold-air.org.

//SIGNED//DPW//19 SEP 2019/
DANIEL P. WOODWARD
Brig Gen, USAF (Retired)
Co-Executive Director, Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings
202-999-5173

ACTION MEMORANDUM FOR ALL AAS/SW REGION COMMANDERS AND PRESIDENTS: FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION TO ALL MEMBERS

SUBJECT: PAID DELL INTERNSHIPS FOR CIVILIANS AND CADETS

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

1.  The AAS-SW Executive Management Center is accepting nominations for paid summer 2020 internships with Dell, a Fortune 500 company with more than 145,000 employees worldwide.  Both cadet and civilian AAS-SW juniors, seniors, fifth year and graduate students are eligible.

2.  Successful candidates will be required to live in either the Austin our Dallas Texas areas during these internships.  These are paid internships and some compensation for housing costs may be offered.

3.  CANDIDATES MUST BE AVAILABLE DURING THE 2020 SPRING/SUMMER/FALL FOR A MINIMUM OF THREE MONTHS. THESE POSITIONS DO NOT REQUIRE A SECURITY CLEARANCE.

4.  These internships may include travel and will involve interaction with senior Dell  leadership.  They require impeccable dress and appearance, superior communicative skills and top tier professionalism.

5.  SELECTION CRITERIA AND PROCESS

Successful candidates will be selected by the Dell intern hiring authority following screening by the Executive Directors.  Executive directors may conduct a phone interview with the applicable Detachment Commander and/or reference provided by the candidate.  Students may be required to pass an additional phone interview with a member of the sponsoring office.  The following will be used to further evaluate individuals:

The most desired fields of study for interns are:

• Software Engineer
• Business Management and related fields (business, finance, marketing)
• Computer Engineer
• Math and Data Analytics
• Electrical Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer

Candidates must meet the following standards:

• MANDATORY: Availability during the spring/summer/fall of 2020 for a minimum of three months
• MANDATORY: Availability in the Dallas or Austin Texas metro areas with the ability to commute to and from the workplace
• MANDATORY: Eligible member of AAS-SW with dues paid in full when the application is submitted
• MANDATORY: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, or 2.75 cumulative for STEM areas of study, or equivalent

Candidates will self-nominate by sending the following information to mgmt.center@arnold-air.org NOT LATER THAN Sunday 31 December 2019 at midnight Pacific Time.  Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.  THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS PART OF AN E-MAIL AND NOT AS AN ATTACHMENT.  THE ONLY ATTACHMENTS PERMITTED ARE A RESUME AND AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT.

• NAME, ADDRESS OF RECORD (NOT COLLEGE ADDRESS), PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS
• NAME OF COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY, FIELD(S) OF STUDY, PROFICIENCY LEVEL (IF ANY) IN ANY FOREIGN LANGUAGE(S) AND GPA
• PLANNED DATE OF GRADUATION
• NAME OF CHAPTER OR SQUADRON AND LIST OF LEADERSHIP POSITIONS HELD (IF ANY)
• NAME, RANK, PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS OF AFFILIATED DETACHMENT COMMANDER
• NAME, TITLE, PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS OF ONE REFERENCE WHO MAY VOUCH FOR ACADEMIC RECORD AND PERSONAL RELIABILITY
• A STATEMENT PROVIDING THE APPROXIMATE DATES OF AVAILABILITY (MUST BE THREE MONTHS MINIMUM) DURING THE SPRING/SUMMER/FALL PERIOD (SPECIFICS WILL BE WORKED OUT WITH THE SPONSORING AGENCY WHEN SELECTED)
• A 300 WORD OR LESS SUMMARY DESCRIBING WHY YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE SELECTED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY AS PART OF THE BODY OF THE E-MAIL APPLICATION
• A RESUME (THIS IS ONE OF TWO AUTHORIZED ATTACHMENTS)
• A COPY OF AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT ATTACHED TO THE NOMINATING E-MAIL (THIS IS THE SECOND AUTHORIZED ATTACHMENT)

6. These are highly prestigious internships; candidates will carry the reputation of AAS-SW forward with the sponsor.  All highly motivated, eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

Signed//DPW//20 Oct 2019

DANIEL P. WOODWARD

Brig Gen, USAF (Retired)

Co-Executive Director, Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings

202-999-5173

ACTION MEMORANDUM FOR ALL AAS/SW REGION COMMANDERS AND PRESIDENTS: FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION TO ALL MEMBERS

SUBJECT: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR AAS/SW SKYDIVING SCHOLARSHIPS

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

1. The AAS/SW Executive Management Center is accepting nominations for a cash award introductory parachuting scholarship program to be available to all Silver Wings Civilians (Freshman through Senior) and to AS 300, 400, 500 or higher POC Silver Wings and Arnold Air Society Cadets beginning in late December 2019.  Cadets must have completed field training to be eligible and must receive a safety briefing and counseling from their detachment that informs the Cadet of the increased risk involved with jumping and the possible consequences of injury. 
2. This year, five scholarships are available with a value not to exceed $300.00 per scholarship.
3. SELECTION PROCESS

Candidates will be screened and competitively selected by the Executive Directors (EDs)

The following will be used to evaluate individuals:

• MANDATORY: Availability to use the cash award for parachute/jump training between December 2019 and June 2020

• MANDATORY: Member in good standing in Silver Wings or Arnold Air Society with dues fully paid at the time of application

• MANDATORY: Completion of an essay not to exceed 300 words explaining the reason parachute/jump training is desired

• MANDATORY: Unofficial transcripts that reflect a 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) GPA (or equivalent) or higher in any field of study

• MANDATORY: Students selected for this scholarship must agree to provide the EMC at mgmt.center@arnold-air.org a photo of the skydive to aid in advertising for next year

• MANDATORY: SW Civilian Freshman through Senior or SW/AAS Cadet AS300 or AS 400 or higher with Field Training complete

• MANDATORY: All Cadets must receive a safety briefing and counseling from their detachment that informs the Cadet of the increased risk involved with jumping and the possible consequences of injury

Candidates will self nominate by sending the following information to mgmt.center@arnold-air.org NOT LATER THAN midnight 31 December Pacific Time.  Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.  NOTE: EACH APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED IN THE FORM OF AN E-MAIL WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THE ORDER BELOW.  ONLY ONE ATTACHMENT IS PERMITTED: AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT.

• APPLICANT NAME, MAILING ADDRESS FOR HOME OF RECORD (NOT COLLEGE ADDRESS), PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS

• NAME OF COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY, FIELD(S) OF STUDY AND CUMULATIVE GPA

• NAME OF CHAPTER OR SQUADRON AND AAS/SW LEADERSHIP OR STAFF POSITION HELD (IF ANY)

• NAME, RANK, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF AFFILIATED DETACHMENT COMMANDER

• A STATEMENT THAT CONFIRMS THE CANDIDATE AGREES TO PROVIDE THE EMC A PHOTO OF THE JUMP FOR USE IN ADVERTISING THE PROGRAM

• A STATEMENT THAT CONFIRMS THE CADET (IF APPLICABLE) HAS RECEIVED SAFETY COUNSELING AND THAT THE DETACHMENT APPROVED THE APPLICATION.  NOTE: PERSONAL INSURANCE WILL BE IN FORCE FOR THIS ACTIVITY AND AFROTC/AAS/SW ASSUMES NO LIABILITY WHATSOEVER (APPLIES TO CADETS AND CIVILIANS).  SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION INDICATES THE APPLICANT AGREES WITH THIS PROVISION.

• AIRPORT NAME (PARACHUTE TRAINING CENTER NAME), PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS WHERE THE APPLICANT WOULD LIKE TRAINING

• A 300 WORD OR LESS SUMMARY DESCRIBING WHY THE CANDIDATE WOULD LIKE TO BE SELECTED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY

• A COPY OF AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT ATTACHED TO THE NOMINATING E-MAIL. NOTE: THIS IS THE ONLY ATTACHMENT PERMITTED AND IT MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE E-MAIL APPLICATION.

Program Execution: The EDs will inform Detachment Commanders of individuals selected to participate.  The EDs will provide funds directly to the parachuting center selected by the student in his/her name.  Funds will be for one jump and not to exceed $300.

Signed//DPW//20 Oct 2019

—

DANIEL P. WOODWARD

Brig Gen, USAF (Retired)

Co-Executive Director, Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings

202-999-5173

McKinnon Pearse currently manages social media marketing and creative communications at the University of Delaware.

Originally from Chicago, IL, she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from Auburn University. She is an active member of the Public Relations Society of America and a lifetime member of the Air Force Association.

Joining the Lt. Col. Paul S. Gillespie Sr. Chapter (formerly the John “Boots” Stratford Chapter) at Auburn University in 2012, McKinnon has served as a member of Silver Wings higher headquarters as the National Development Officer (2014-2015) and as the first National Sustainability Officer (2015-2016).

McKinnon joined the National Advisory Consultants team in 2016 and continues her service to Silver Wings NAC specializing in Membership Development and Brand Strategy.

About the AFCS

Working shoulder to shoulder, the AFCS supports and sustains the United States Air Force. Its aircraft. Its facilities. Its infrastructure. Its systems. And all 300,000 active duty Airmen.

The AFCS are the civilians who support and sustain the Air Force. At 180,000 strong, the AFCS too are a force to be reckoned with.

Shoulder to shoulder, nothing will deter the AFCS from success.

Learn more about the AFCS by going to their website here.

Register to hear about new opportunities instantly through our website here.

How to Register

1. Click the register link above or right here
2. Select fields that represent you and what type of jobs you would be interested in
3. After filling out the appropriate fields, Enter you email address
4. Click “Submit”
5. CONGRATS YOU ARE REGISTERED!

Programs for Students

Premier College Internship Program:

1.  Introduction

The AAS/SW Executive Management Center is supporting Silver Wings civilian student applications to the 2020 Air Force Premier College Intern Program (PCIP). 

The Executive Directors express deep appreciation to the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) Talent Management Team and the Campus Liaison Officer for helping build this partnership. 

2.  Background

500 full-time paid positions are available to current college and university juniors and  graduate students. These positions will last 10-12 weeks during the summer of 2020 and are offered in over 42 locations around the country.

These internships may lead to a valuable security clearance and qualify students for a permanent full-time position with Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) upon graduation. A full-time offer will include a career development plan, a great salary, and all the benefits federal employees enjoy.

Interns will be working shoulder to shoulder with current AFCS employees on challenging and rewarding projects and making a real contribution to the mission of the U.S. Air Force— invaluable real-world experience as you plan your future in one of the following fields:

• Administration and Management
• Biology
• Business and Industry
• Engineering and Architecture
• Financial Management
• Human Resources Management
• Information Technology / Cybersecurity
• International Affairs
• Investigation
• Mathematics and Statistics
• Physical Science
• Security
• Social Science
• Supply

3.  Qualifications & Requirements

You must be:

• A U.S. citizen
• A full-time student currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
• Pursuing a degree
• In your Junior year of study, anticipating completing your degree in 2021
• In good academic standing with a GPA no less than 2.95
• At least 16 years of age
• NOTE: A graduate student who is currently enrolled in a full-time graduate program and who can provide documentation that you will have completed a minimum of 15 semester hours prior to starting the summer internship.

4. Application Instructions

If you are a junior, applications must be received by 13 December 2019. 

To apply for this amazing program, email the following documents (.pdf) to AFCS@us.af.mil and to Brigadier General Woodward at dan.woodward@arnold-air.org.  NOTE: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE FOUND AT: https://roa.afciviliancareers.com/node/645 and on the USA JOBs website by searching “Premier College Internship Program.”  

• Make the subject:  “PCIP, (your last name), (your major)”
• Include a resume that specifies hours per week worked for any jobs listed
• Include a copy of an “Unofficial” Transcript (may be e-transcript)
• In addition, you may wish to contact Mr. Nick Carrigan, 2019 PCIP Intern and current Silver Wings President for additional perspectives at: president@silver-wings.org

if you are a graduate student enrolled in a full-time graduate program and can provide documentation that you will have completed a minimum of 15 semester hours prior to starting the summer internship applications must be received by 13 December 2019. 

5.  Closing

This program is an extraordinary opportunity to build experience with the world’s greatest Air Force.  Your Silver Wings experience…your patriotism, willingness to serve your community and something greater than yourselves…make you exceptional…and the Air Force Civilian Service knows it.  Take a look at all the Air Force has to offer civilians through the PCIP program by applying now!

Summer Hire Program:

–   For students looking for temporary summer employment and the opportunity to gain valuable and marketable work experience during the summer months, the Summer Hire Program is a terrific option. Not to mention you’ll be earning money while being exposed to the life and culture of AFCS.

SMART Scholarships (Science, Mathematics, and Reserach for Transformation):

–  These scholarships provide students currently pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in the STEM disciplines paid tuition and other educational expenses, a generous cash stipend, health insurance allowance, and paid summer internships at AFCS.

For more information, contact the AFCS at secp@randolph.af.mil or visit http://smart.asee.org

ACTION MEMO FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION

SUBJECT: 2019-2020 ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM: SUSPENSE 15 NOVEMBER 2019//17 SCHOLARSHIPS VALUED AT OVER $60,000.00

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings is accepting applications for our 2019-2020 Academic Scholarship Program. Funding is provided by the generous contributions of the Airlift Tanker Association, the George and Vicki Muellner Foundation, the Arnold Air Society, Silver Wings and Angel Flight Educational Fund, and the Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings Board of Trustees.

Fully compliant applications (please see attached “Feedback Memo” for helpful tips), must be received by the AAS/SW Executive Management Center at mgmt.center@arnold-air.org by midnight eastern time on 15 Nov 2019.

***PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND THE ATTACHMENT ENTIRELY***

NOTE 1: Applicants agree to release their essay to the Airlift/Tanker Quarterly if selected by the selection board for publication.

NOTE 2: Applicants selected for a scholarship agree to provide a photo of themselves either individually or during award presentation upon request.

NOTE 3: Applicants selected for a scholarship agree to provide a note of thanks to the appropriate sponsor via e-mail upon request.

Scholarship Values (our largest program in history!):

• One ten thousand dollar
• One eight thousand dollar
• Two five thousand dollar
• Thirteen two thousand five hundred dollar

Eligibility: Non-graduating AS200, AS300 and AS400 Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings cadets may apply. Silver Wings civilian sophomores, juniors and non-graduating seniors may apply. “Non-graduating” is defined as a student graduating 31 December 2019 or later. A student graduating before 31 December 2019 may not apply.

Financial Need: Applicants must demonstrate financial need. The selection committee will rely on the information provided in the application.

Grade Point Average: Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a scale of 4.0 or equivalent.

Nominations by the Detachment Commander: Each AFROTC Detachment Commander may nominate one (1) member of the AAS Squadron from each eligible academic class and one (1) member of the SW Chapter from each eligible academic class to the AAS/SW Executive Management Center (EMC). NOTE: This means a Detachment Commander may nominate as many as six individuals (3 x Cadets (AS 200 through 400) and 3 x SW Civilians (Sophomore through Senior).

Submission: Nominations and essays must be e-mailed to the AAS/SW EMC NLT midnight eastern time 15 November 2019 at mgmt.center@arnold-air.org.

Selection: The EMC will distribute the nomination packages to the Scholarship Committee, which will select the top candidates to receive scholarships. Applicants may expect results in late January.

Application Process: There are two submittal elements required to apply:

• A typed application form
• An essay and bibliography

Judging Criteria: All applicants’ packages will be reviewed and evaluated according to the following allocation of 100 points:

80 POINTS – Essay and bibliography allocated as follows:

• (40 Points) Content and strength of supporting arguments/statements
• (25 Points) Originality of thought/argument
• (10 Points) Conformation with accepted English composition and bibliographic standards (this includes grammar, punctuation, grammatical structures, etc.)
• (5 Points) Conformance with formatting instructions

20 POINTS – Scholarship Application

• (10 Points) Demonstration of Leadership and Service
• (10 Points) Demonstration of Financial Need

Presentation of Awards: The AAS-SW Executive Director will notify Detachment Commanders of the winning entries. Arrangements will be made to ensure Commanders may present scholarships to recipients during a leadership lab or other suitable venue. Another presentation will be made at the National Conclave. The full registration amount for the National Conclave will be withheld from each scholarship with a dollar amount to help defray student expenses associated with attending the Conclave. If a student does not choose to attend the Conclave, the free Conclave Registration will be distributed to other students attending with a financial need.

NOTE: Submission of an application package also means the scholarship candidate agrees to allow AAS/SW to release suitable Essay’s for publication.

NOTE: Scholarship recipients agree to provide a short statement of thanks to the donor responsible for their scholarship, once they are notified of their award (EMC will coordinate).

NOTE: Scholarship recipients agree to provide a photograph of themselves to be provided to the donor responsible for the scholarship upon request by the EMC.

ELEMENT ONE: THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

NOTE: THIS APPLICATION MUST BE TYPED AS A WORD DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE E-MAIL SUBMISSION ALONG WITH THE ESSAY.  SCANNED HANDWRITTEN SUBMISSIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.  THIS APPLICATION HAS THREE MANDATORY SECTIONS AND ONE OPTIONAL SECTION.

SECTION 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION (NO POINT VALUE)

FULL NAME:

EMAIL ADDRESS

ADDRESS OF RECORD (NOT ADDRESS AT SCHOOL):

TELEPHONE (Best # to reach you):

DET COMMANDER NAME/RANK:

DET CC EMAIL ADDRESS (PLEASE CONFIRM THIS AS WE OFTEN HAVE ERRORS)

DET COMMANDER PHONE:

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY:

CADET  (IF AAS) Level:      200      300      400

GRADE (IF SILVER WINGS) Level: Sophomore    Junior  Senior

AFROTC SCHOLARSHIP Level:  N/A        PARTIAL       FULL

AAS/SW SQUADRON OR CHAPTER NAME:

ANTICIPATED GRADUATION DATE:

COLLEGE MAJOR:

CUMULATIVE GPA/SCALE:

SECTION 2 – DEMONSTRATION OF LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE: (10 points)

Please list in bullet format AAS/SW leadership positions held:

Please list in bullet format other campus and community involvement:

Please list in bullet format any awards and recognition received in college:

SECTION 3 – FINANCIAL NEED: (10 points)

Please list in bullet format your employment experience and dates of employment:

Please list in bullet format your past and current academic scholarships, amount and effective dates:

Please list in bullet format total tuition, room and board expenses:

WRITTEN STATEMENT OF YOUR NEED (Are there special considerations that should be taken into account for your needs; e.g., multiple siblings in college)?

____________________________________

Applicant Signature

I have reviewed the information being submitted.

____________________________________

Detachment Commander

SECTION FOUR – OPTIONAL DETACHMENT COMMANDER COMMENTS

The PAS may use this page to provide a recommendation or further information on the candidate as part of this application.  The page does not need to be shared with the student applicant and is optional.

ELEMENT TWO: THE ESSAY

Essay Requirements: Applicants will write a 3-page essay on one of the following topics:

• Air Mobility
• The Impact of Technology on Today’s Air Operations

General Guidance: The essay must focus on the contributions of the selected topic and provide a strong supporting argument or evidence why it is significant. Standard English grammar, spelling and language structure is required. Acronyms must be spelled out on the first use after which the acronym may be used. The essay must provide a statement of the topic and supporting information substantiated by a formal bibliography. The essay should be sourced in accordance with MLA or APA format. NOTE: The bibliography is in addition to the 3-page essay limitation.

Format: The paper must be double spaced, with 1-inch margins. The font for all text will be Times New Roman, 12 point.

Air Mobility Topical Guidance: Applicants will write a 3-page essay on an individual, event, campaign, innovative equipment, organization or any subject involved in air mobility that has made significant contributions to the history and/or technical advancement of the Air Force and Air Power. This may include heroism, flying, ground and en-route operations, the advancement of mobility theory and doctrine, commercial aviation, aircraft and equipment engineering and design.

Impact of Technology on Today’s Air Operations Topical Guidance: Applicants will write a 3-page essay on a selected technology area or specific technology relating its impact on today’s air operations.

Essay General Topical Guidance (Air Mobility): The following are some general thought/hints on essay topic selection. For Air Mobility Topics it is difficult to precisely define what constitutes a “significant contribution”’ but it typically involves some element of personal sacrifice, courage or risk, major campaign or operation, and innovation. The following are some examples (not directive) that show the breadth of people, events and issues that are part of the spectrum of responsibility of air mobility.

• An individual act of heroism (i.e. C-5 aircrew that crash-landed during Operation Baby Lift in Vietnam, AFA Tunner Award recipients)
• A major mobility operation or event (i.e. Yom Kippur War, Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Iraq/Afghan Operations, the War on Terror, the Berlin Airlift)
• Units that performed in an exemplary manner supporting mobility operations (i.e. en-route bases, Airlift Control Elements, security forces, tanker task forces, aerial ports)
• A career of significant and sustained accomplishment in air mobility operations (i.e., Lt Gen Tunner, Gen Duane Cassidy, Gen Dutch Huyser)
• A piece of equipment or innovation that had tremendous impact on improving our nation’s air mobility (i.e. the 60K Loader, the 463L pallet system, C-5 and C-17 aircraft, worldwide command and control)
• An organization or unit that made major contributions to the success of a mobility mission (i.e. The Tanker Airlift Control Center, Consolidated Airlift Operations Center, Director of Mobility Forces in the operational theater)

NOTE: Unacceptable Air Mobility topics include: Operation Baby Lift, Flying the Hump in World War II, or aerial refueling. These subjects have been thoroughly covered in prior years’ competitions.

Essay General Topical Guidance (Technology): For the Impact of Technology Topics the selected technology (or technology family, e.g. “radar”) must be concretely tied to modern air operations. These are not limited to aircraft themselves but rather encompass the broad range of support to and execution of air operations.

Bibliography: A variety of source materials and citations are recommended, e.g., pure “Wikipedia” and “Air Force Fact Sheets” citations as source material are not acceptable.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Compliance Checklist: Following is a brief checklist for student and detachment use to help ensue a compliant application and avoid administrative disqualification.  It should not be submitted with the application and is for internal detachment use only.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS                                                                 

___ Applicant is member of AAS or SW in good standing (i.e., dues paid)

___ AAS Squadron or SW Chapter is in good standing

___ Applicant has GPA of 2.5 or above

___ Applicant is an AS 200, 300 or 400) or a Silver Wings sophomore, junior, or non-graduating senior (Graduates on or after Dec 2019)

APPLICATION PACKAGE ELEMENTS

___ Essay (reference detailed requirements & guidelines in package)

___ Maximum 3 pages plus Bibliography

___ Topic (in one of the following two categories)

___ Airlift Related

___ If Airlift Related, topic is not on the “not acceptable” list

___ Impact of Technology in Today’s Air Operations

Webmaster’s Note: Please see below for a guide on steps to take to make an effective essay. Good luck!

How to Submit a Winning Scholarship Application (DOCX)

Darius is in his fifth year at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. He is a computer engineering major and is hoping to be a Cyber Operations Officer after he commissions in the spring. He enjoys going on hikes, working out, and playing video games on his PC. He values the friendships and opportunities that Arnold Air Society has given him over the years and hopes that this next year will bring many valuable experiences to prepare him for active duty.

My name is Sivan and I was born, raised, and have spent most of my life in my hometown of Austin, Texas. After moving to New York a few years ago, I am currently pursuing a BS in Industrial Engineering at Rochester Institute of Technology. I am always looking for new opportunities and ways to develop professionally; I have been active in Silver Wings for two semesters as a civilian.

I enjoy volunteering, club events, and participating in leadership activities on campus. On the weekends I serve as a volunteer for a local animal shelter and retirement home as well as a scoutmaster for a local troop in Rochester. My downtime activities include exercising and watches.

Hello! My name is Tanner L. Pettit and I am currently an AS300 in AFROTC at Detachment 538. I am a third year Management Information Systems major at Rochester Institute of Technology with minors in French and Military Leadership.

Outside of AFROTC, I enjoy volunteering my time in addition to playing baseball, hunting, fishing and golf. I am Chili, New York (CH-EYE-LIE) and I attended Gates-Chili High School. After college, I intend to be a pilot in the USAF then transition into the airlines.

Not previously noted: I would be happy to take anyone on in a bowling challenge.

Hi there, I’m Daniel Shen. It’s a pleasure to meet you all!

I am a student studying Computing Security and Entrepeneurship at Rochester Institute of Technology. I grew up in Queens, New York and currently reside in Manhattan. I love pursuing new innovating ideas and creating optimal solutions for them. I’m a big foodie on the side and love to travel and explore the world to see its delights.

I am currently a third year student at the Rochester Institute of Technology studying Human Centered Computing. I hope to use this major in the future to allow people access to technology more easily. I enjoy swimming, taking road trips and experiencing new things. As a member of Silver Wings, I hope to gain more knowledge of the community and be able to develop my skills professionally.

Hello! My name is Michaela, and I am a student at Rochester Institute of Technology studying Biomedical Engineering, with hopes of continuing to a Master’s degree in Public Policy. Growing up in small-town, rural New York, I enjoy spending most of my time outdoors; hiking, kayaking, camping, and exploring new places. I love to travel and cook, think “laughter is the best medicine,” and have always wanted to live somewhere that I can see the stars at night.

I became a part of the Andrew J. Doughtery Chapter of Silver Wings my first semester of college have been involved ever since, serving as Public Affairs Officer and Team Captain for our Relay for Life teams.

Silver Wings has brought so many opportunities to my feet, and I am very blessed to be a part of all this organization has to offer!

Hello! My name is Eryn Dolan, and I am a student at Rochester Institute of Technology studying Mechanical Engineering. I’m from Northern Virginia and I enjoy spending my free time adventuring with friends or hanging out with my adorable dog. I come from a family of Disney fanatics and have been to Disney World about 17 times. After finishing my degree, I would love to pursue a career as an Imagineer for Disney World.

I became a part of the Andrew J. Dougherty Chapter of Silver Wings my first semester of college and have been involved ever since; serving as the chapter’s Secretary. Silver Wings has provided me with many unique opportunities, and I love being a part of this organization.

Hello, my name is Mitch and I am originally from Spanish Fort, Alabama. I enrolled at Auburn University in the Fall of 2012 where I have earned a BA and MS in Civil Engineering. Since 2014, I have been an active member in Silver Wings, holding various roles on the chapter and national levels. Currently, I am pursing my PhD in Civil Engineering and I eventually plan to graduate.

I’m excited to be returning to NatStaff for a third year!

I am currently pursuing an MS in Security & Intelligence at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. I received my BA in Political Science from George Washington University with concentration in International Politics and Security Policy and minors in International Affairs, Geography and History. I am currently the AFA president for the Prescott-Goldwater chapter and have previously contracted for the Marine Corps, worked at the National Defense University on Capitol Hill, and at the National Zoo as an Elephant keeper (best job ever!)

Last year I was the National Treasurer, and in 2017 I was the National Developmental Officer, the Region II President, and the Chapter President for the First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt Capital Chapter, which I founded the year prior. I have spent the past year in Prescott – it’s growing on me – and the 3 years prior in D.C. which I absolutely loved. Texas will always be my home, and flip-flops, followed by cowgirl boots will be my go-to footwear.

I’m excited to continue to serve the Silver Wings and Air Force community!

Hi, my name is Emily Gelbart and I am going to be a Senior at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. I am a Las Vegas native and I am majoring in Earth and Environmental Sciences. I am also working on a minor in Biological Sciences. I plan on pursuing a Master’s Degree and going through Air Force Officer Training School (OTS) after college. This will be my third year as a member of Silver Wings.

My name is Nicholas Carrigan and I am a fourth year student at Rochester Institute of Technology studying Computing Security. I was born in Reston, Virginia and raised in Germany and Herndon, Virginia as part of a military family, but currently live in Rochester. I have experience in both Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings and I believe that my time in both organizations will help me better understand both organizations’ goals.

I love the outdoors and enjoy going on hikes, playing sports, and hanging out with friends. Prior to my time in college, I played competitive soccer where I represented Virginia on the State Team and am an Eagle Scout.

I am excited about taking on this position and expanding my leadership experience and my technical skills.

John will be entering his junior year at Rutgers University in the fall. He is an American Studies major, and is hoping to one day be a cargo pilot in the Air Force. He loves to spend his time flying, cooking, playing his favorite sports (Soccer and Volleyball), and spending time with friends and family.  He is looking forward to applying his skills as a festival coordinator to the Director of Operations position of Arnold Air Society!

Theresa is graduating from Middlesex County College this year and will be attending Rutgers University to begin her junior year.  She is a Psychology major, and is hoping to one day be an Intelligence Officer in the Air Force. She has three sisters and two dogs.  She spends most of her time with her family drag racing, which she has been doing since she was eight years old. She also enjoys shooting three position rifle where she is a distinguished expert.  She is excited to use her organizational skills and creativity to make Arnold Air Society the best it can be!

Jasmine is going into her fourth year at Rutgers University.  She is a Stat & Math major, and is hoping to one day be an acquisition officer in the Air Force. She spends most of her time studying, watching crime related videos, and taking care of her two month old yorkie. Jasmine is excited to take all she has learned as Area II FM, and make arnold air society as great as it can be!

Rachael is in her third year at the University of Central Missouri. She is a Criminal Justice and Psychology dual degree and is hoping to get into the Air Force Office of Special Investigations after she commissions. She enjoys spending time shooting at the gun range with her dad, cliff jumping at the lake with her friends or even just reading by the water. Her favorite event to participate in is the Bataan Memorial Death March, rucking a marathon to honor those who endured the real calamity and others that are similar. She is excited to meet members of the Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings around the country and use her logistical mindset to help run events everywhere effectively.

Christina  is going into her second year at Rutgers University.  She is a Nursing major, and is hoping to one day be a Flight Nurse in the Air Force.  She spends most of her time painting, cooking, studying, and spending time with friends.  She is excited to bring more energy to Silver Wings and Arnold Air Society!

Donnia is going into her second year at Rutgers University.  She is a Biological Sciences major on the pre-med track and hopes to become a Flight Surgeon in the Air Force.  She spends most of her time studying, folding paper cranes, writing stories, and singing in the privacy of her room.  She hopes to learn much from the people around her and is eager to contribute her skills toward an outstanding year for Arnold Air Society!

Jasmyn is going into her fifth year at Rutgers University.  She is a Kinesiology major, and is hoping to one day be a Physician’s Assistant in the Air Force.  She spends most of her time listening to music and doing all she can to try to save the planet! She is hoping to be able to use her history as Squadron DT to make this a great year of training for Arnold Air Society!

Jessica is a freshman at the Rutgers University School of Business where she is currently studying Supply Chain and Logistics Management. She comes from a large military family mostly made of up of Army and Navy veterans, but one day hopes to become a pilot in the United States Air Force. In her spare time she enjoys working out, reading leadership books, listening to country music, and volunteering for various organizations such as Rebuilding Warriors. She is looking forward to an amazing year serving as National Director or Public Affairs and seeing everyone at Vegascon 2020!

April is going into her fifth year at Rutgers University.  She is a Mechanical Engineering major, and is hoping to one day be a Developmental Engineer in the Air Force.  She spends most of her time studying (unfortunately as any engineering major does), but she loves to read, be outside, and spending her summer visiting the Jersey Shore or going up to New England.  April’s favorite thing about Arnold Air Society is the people by far. She has loved the opportunities she has had over the past two years to meet and work with cadets from all around the country. She is hoping to take what she has learned from the last two National Commanders that she worked under, and make this a great year for Arnold Air Society!

Daniel is going into his third year at Rutgers University. He is an Aerospace Engineering major with aspirations to be a pilot in the Air Force. He currently holds a private pilot’s license in a glider and is also working on his license for powered aircraft. Aside from flying, Daniel loves to run and hang out with his friends. He is grateful for the many relationships he has built thus far in Arnold Air Society and is excited to create awesome memories in the next few years! He is looking forward to doing his part to help Arnold Air Society have a great year!  

Col (Ret) Jim Hannam joined the AAS/SW Board of Trustees in 2019 and is currently Vice Chairman of the Board, Aerospace Education, Air Force Association.  He retired from the Air Force in 1989 as the Deputy, DCS Requirements, Hq Tactical Air Command, Langley AFB, VA.  For the next 16 years Hannam worked for Texas Instruments, then Raytheon in Business Development as Director AF Programs and Director Mission Support Systems, retiring a second time in 2006.  At the same time he volunteered with the Air Force Association, a 100,000 member non-profit, education organization dedicated to a Strong National Defense through Aerospace Power.  He has served as an AFA Chapter President, Region (VA, MD, DE, DC) President, and on the National Board of Directors.

Hannam graduated from the USAF Academy June 1963 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Science.  He graduated from Pilot Training, F-105 Upgrade Training, served as an F-105 Fighter Pilot in Germany sitting Nuclear Alert, flew 100 F-105 combat missions over North Vietnam from Korat AB, Thailand, and F-105 Instructor Pilot at McConnell AFB, KS.  After graduating from Stanford University with an MS Applied Mechanics, he was an Assistant Professor of Engineering Mechanics at the USAF Academy, instructor pilot in T-41s and Sailplanes teaching cadets in the classroom and in the air.  After graduating from the USMC Command and Staff College, he upgraded to F-4s and served a second tour in Thailand. A staff tour followed at Tactical Air Command in Fighter Weapons Requirements.  After graduation from the Air War College and an MBA from Auburn University, he had another staff tour at Hq AF in Fighter/Weapons Requirements.  Beginning in 1982 he had a series of assignments and moves within Europe.   He was assigned as Director of Operations, 406 Tactical Fighter Training Wing, Zaragoza AB, Spain for two years, flying the F-4 Phantom II and the F-16 Fighting Falcon. He then moved to USAF Europe (USAFE) Headquarters, Ramstein AB, Germany as USAFE Director of Inspection, leading a team of 100 inspectors, and evaluating Operational Readiness, Management Effectiveness, and NATO Tactical Evaluations to 15+ AF Units throughout Europe.   In 1985 he was selected as Commander, 40^th Tactical Group, Aviano AB, Italy, located about 60 miles north of Venice and continued to fly the F-16.  He commanded approximately 3000 USAF personnel at Aviano and 4 other Italian bases and was responsible for the F-16 Nuclear Alert force at Aviano.  Hannam then moved back to Langley AFB, Virginia as Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff, Requirements at Tactical Air Command.

He and his wife Maureen for 50+ years have 3 children and live in Burke, VA.  A daughter is an Associate Professor of Biology at SUNY Geneseo, NY, a son who is a JayHawk Rescue Pilot and Commander, USCG, and another son who served in the US Army as an Infantry Officer and is now a PhD Scientist for the National Park Service in Alaska.

EDUCATION
1963 Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Science, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colo.

1969 Squadron Officer School, by correspondence
1970 Master of Science Degree, Stanford University, Palo Alto, Calif.
1974 USMC Command & Staff College, Quantico, VA

1975 Industrial College of the Armed Forces, by correspondence
1980 Air War College, Maxwell AFB, AL
1980 MBA Auburn University, Montgomery

ASSIGNMENTS
1. July 1963-Aug 1964, Undergraduate Pilot Training, Williams AFB, AZ.
2. September 1964 – April 1965, F-105 Operational Training Course, Nellis AFB, NV
3. May 1965 – December 1966, F-105 Pilot, 9^th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 49^th Tactical Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem AB, Germany
4. February 1967 – August 1967, F-105 Combat Pilot, 421^st/44^th TFS, 388 Tactical Fighter Wing, Korat AB, Thailand

5. Sept 1967-May 1969, F-105 Instructor Pilot/Standardization Pilot, 561^st Tactical Fighter Squadron/23^rd Fighter Wing, McConnell AFB, KS
   6. June 1969-June 1970, Masters Degree Student, Stanford University, CA
6. July 1970-Jun 1973, Assistant Professor, Engineering Mechanics, USAF Academy, CO.
   8. July 1973 – May 1974, Student, USMC Command & Staff College, Quantico, VA
   9. June 1974 – Aug 1974, F-4 Conversion Course, Luke AFB, AZ
   10. September 1974 – July 1975, Flt Commander/F-4 Instructor Pilot, 4^th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Udorn AB, Thailand
   11. August 1975 – May 1979, Branch Chief, Armament Requirements, Tactical Air Command, Langley AFB, VA.
   12. July 1979 – May 1980, Student, Air War College, Auburn University, Maxell AFB, AL
   13. July 1980– July 1982, Deputy Director, Weapons/Fighter Requirements, Air Staff, Washington DC.
   14. August 1982 – Jun 1984, Director of Operations, F-4/F16 Pilot, 406^th Tactical Fighter Training Wing, Zaragoza AB, Spain,
   15. June 1984-May 1985, Director of Inspection, USAFE/IG, Ramstein AB, Germany
   16. June 1985 – June 1986, Commander, 40^th Tactical Group, Aviano AB, Italy
   17. July 1986-July 1989, Deputy DCS Requirements, Tactical Air Command, Langley AFB, VA.

FLIGHT INFORMATION
Rating: Command pilot
Flight hours: More than 3300, 250 combat
Aircraft flown: F-105D/F, F-4C/D/E/G, F-16A/B, T-37, T-38, T-39A, T-41

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Legion of Merit with one oak leaf cluster

Distinguished Flying Cross with 6 oak leaf clusters

Air Medal with 17 oak leaf clusters

Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters

Air Force Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster

Distinguished Presidential Unit Citation with one oak leaf cluster

AF Outstanding Unit Award with five oak leaf clusters

Vietnam Service Medal with two service stars

Spanish Aeronautical Cross of Merit

Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm

Megan Stefanovic graduated with a BS degree in Aerospace Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott, AZ in 2007.  During that time she was a member of the Steven M. Scherp Chapter holding several Chapter and Region positions and eventually serving as the National President followed by National Business Chair for Silver Wings.  She served as a National Advisory Consultant for Silver Wings from 2007 to 2018 providing guidance in leadership operations and parliamentary procedure to the Silver Wings National and Regional leadership teams. She joined the Board of Trustees for Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings in 2019 and has been a Lifetime Member of the Air Force Association since 2005.

Megan commissioned from Air Force ROTC upon graduation from ERAU to serve as an Astronautical Developmental Engineer with her first assignment at the Air Force Research Laboratory located at Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, NM.  While at Kirtland AFB she served as the Lead Experiment and External Coordinator for TacSat-3.  She proceeded to the Air Force Institute of Technology at  Wright Patterson AFB, Dayton, OH and graduated with a MS in Aeronautical Engineering focusing on spacecraft attitude, determination, and control.  She then was assigned to the National Reconnaissance Office outside of Washington D.C. where she led requirements verification as the Program Systems Engineer followed by serving as the Program/Vehicle Manager for Integration, Test, and Launch of a major DoD satellite program.

Megan separated from the Air Force in 2014 but continues to serve the Air Force through positions such as Key Spouse Mentor supporting the family members of deployed airmen.  Her husband Michael is an active duty Air Force officer and they have two young children.

General Robin Rand is Chairman of the Board of Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings.  In this capacity, he is entrusted with guiding an organization that has served America by building great military and civilian leaders for more than seventy years.  A passionate servant leader, General Rand also serves as Chief Executive Officer of the Gary Sinise Foundation, where he devotes his time to supporting our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need.  General Rand is also a consultant for The Boeing Corporation.

General Rand served in the Air Force for 44 years, retiring as Commander, Air Force Global Strike Command and Commander, Air Forces Strategic – Air, U.S. Strategic Command, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana. During his distinguished career, he commanded and served as a staff officer at all levels, to include as Commander, Air Education and Training Command, Commander, Twelfth Air Force and Chief, Air Force Legislative Liaison.  His entire Air Force biography follows.

General Rand is a command pilot with over 5,100 flying hours, including more than 480 combat hours. He lives in Colorado with his wife Kim.  They have one daughter, Brook and one son, Bryson.

EDUCATION
1979 Bachelor of Science degree in aviation science, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colo.
1983 Squadron Officer School, Maxwell AFB, Ala.
1986 Air Command and Staff College, by seminar
1988 Master of Science degree in aeronautical science, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Fla.
1990 U.S. Air Force Fighter Weapons Instructor Course, Nellis AFB, Nev.
1998 Master of Arts degree in national security policy, Naval War College, Newport, R.I.
2010 Joint Flag Officer Warfighter Course, Maxwell AFB, Ala.
2012 Pinnacle Course, National Defense University, Fort Lesley J. McNair, Washington, D.C.

ASSIGNMENTS
1. July 1979 – July 1980, student, undergraduate pilot training, Williams AFB, Ariz.
2. August 1980 – December 1980, T-37 Pilot, pilot instructor training, Randolph AFB, Texas
3. January 1981 – May 1984, T-37 Instructor Pilot, 82nd Flying Training Wing, Williams AFB, Ariz.
4. May 1984 – July 1984, AT-38 Pilot, fighter lead-in training, Holloman AFB, N.M.
5. August 1984 – January 1985, F-16 Pilot, F-16 training, 63rd Tactical Fighter Squadron, MacDill AFB, Fla.
6. January 1985 – December 1986, F-16 Pilot, 612th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Torrejon Air Base, Spain
7. December 1986 – June 1988, Air Liaison Officer, 3rd Brigade, 1st Armor Division, Bamberg, West Germany
8. July 1988 – October 1988, F-16 Pilot, F-16 training, 311th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Luke AFB, Ariz.
9. October 1988 – December 1989, F-16 Flight Examiner, 432nd Tactical Fighter Wing, Misawa AB, Japan
10. January 1990 – April 1990, F-16 Pilot, USAF Fighter Weapons Instructor Course, Nellis AFB, Nev.
11. April 1990 – July 1992, F-16 Weapons Officer, 13th Fighter Squadron; and Weapons and Tactics Flight Commander, 432nd Operations Support Squadron, Misawa AB, Japan
12. August 1992 – September 1994, F-16 Operations Officer, USAF Weapons School, Nellis AFB, Nev.
13. September 1994 – July 1995, Operations Officer, 36th Fighter Squadron, Osan AB, South Korea
14. July 1995 – July 1997, Commander, 36th Fighter Squadron, Osan AB, South Korea
15. August 1997 – June 1998, student, Naval War College, Newport, R.I.
16. June 1998 – May 2000, Policy Planner, Directorate for Strategic Plans and Policy (J5), Joint Staff, the Pentagon, Arlington, Va.
17. May 2000 – March 2001, Deputy Commander, 56th Operations Group, Luke AFB, Ariz.
18. April 2001 – April 2003, Commandant, USAF Weapons School, Nellis AFB, Nev.
19. May 2003 – May 2004, Commander, 8th Fighter Wing, Kunsan AB, South Korea
20 June 2004 – June 2006, Commander, 56th Fighter Wing, Luke AFB, Ariz.
21. June 2006 – July 2007, Commander, 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing, Balad AB, Iraq
22. August 2007 – August 2009, Principal Director for Middle East Policy, Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Pentagon, Arlington, Va.
23. August 2009 – October 2010, Director, Legislative Liaison Office of the Secretary of the Air Force, the Pentagon, Arlington, Va.
24. October 2010 – November 2011 Special Assistant to the Vice Chief of Staff, Headquarters Air Force, the Pentagon, Arlington, Va.
25. December 2011 – September 2013, Commander, 12th Air Force, Air Combat Command, and Commander, Air Forces Southern, U.S. Southern Command, Davis-Monthan AFB, Ariz.
26. October 2013 – Jul 2015, Commander, Air Education and Training Command, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.
27. July 2015 – September 2017, Commander, Air Force Global Strike Command, Barksdale AFB, La.
28. September 2017 – present, Commander, Air Force Global Strike Command, and Commander, Air Forces Strategic- Air, U.S. Strategic Command, Barksdale AFB, La.

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Distinguished Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters
Defense Superior Service Medal
Legion of Merit with two oak leaf clusters
Bronze Star Medal
Air Medal with four oak leaf clusters
Korea Defense Service Medal
Iraq Campaign Medal with two bronze stars
Republic of Korea Order of National Security Merit (Samil Medal)
Colombian Air Force Cross of Aeronautical Merit (Grand Cross)
Brazilian Air Force Order of Aeronautical Merit (Grand Officer)

General Bundy enlisted in the Air Force in September 1966 and served in Hawaii and the Republic of Vietnam as an air freight specialist. He was commissioned as a second lieutenant through the Air Force ROTC program at San Francisco State University in 1973. During this period he was the commander of the Kenneth F. Winters Squadron of the Arnold Air Society and the recipient of the Randolph Lovelace Award for 1972-73.

The general completed undergraduate pilot training at Vance AFB, Oklahoma and spent his flying career piloting C-141 and C-5 transport aircraft around the world. He accumulated over 4,100 flying hours traveling to every continent except Antarctica. He held a variety of assignments at the squadron, wing, major command, Air Staff, Joint Staff and Office of the Secretary of Defense levels. He was a squadron, group, and wing commander. He retired as the Deputy J-7, Joint Staff, in July 2001.

His first position after retirement from active duty was becoming the Director for Administration at Wesley College in Dover, Delaware. His responsibilities covered all operations supporting the campus and included the Athletic Department. He had numerous accomplishments during this period to include expanding the campus through new construction, recapitalization of 70-year-old buildings and numerous conference championships in football, softball, soccer and field hockey. General Bundy was selected to be the Executive Director of Arnold Air Society (AAS) and Silver Wings (SW) in July 2003. He and his wife Judy supported both organizations at the Executive Management Center for ten years retiring in July 2013. The experience of working with thousands of college students in accomplishing their organizational and personal goals was a highlight in their lives and careers.

In addition to his professional responsibilities, he has been very active with the Air Force Association. He served nine years as the State President of Delaware, has been selected to sit on the national elected officers nominating committee and is the Vice Chairman for Aerospace Education.

The general was elected to the AAS/SW Board of Trustees in April 2013. He and Judy live in Spotsylvania, Virginia, and have a very active family with three children and 6 grandchildren.

Nikki Camhout holds a Bachelor of Science degree in History with a minor in Sociology from the University of Southern Mississippi. She also holds an MS degree in Public Administration with a minor in Management from the University of Southern Mississippi. In addition, she holds an MA in International Relations from The Catholic University of America where she completed her PhD coursework.

Ms. Camhout began her career working for the Japanese government as part of its Japanese Teaching and Exchange Program. She lived in Niigata, Japan, where she taught in several junior high schools. She also worked for the NATO School in Oberammergau, Germany as a research fellow. As part of that fellowship, Ms. Camhout attended the Marshall Center in Garmish Germany where she received a certificate in Advanced Security Studies.

Ms. Camhout is also a certified leadership instructor and uses these skills by serving on several community boards. She currently sits on the board of the Junior League of Hampton Roads as president elect where she works on community needs assessments and issue area development.

Ms. Camhout became an associate member of the Frank L. Hagan Chapter at Louisiana State University in spring 1990. She served in various positions throughout her time in Angel Flight-Silver Wings including National Parliamentarian, National Business Chair, National Chief of Protocol, and National Vice Commander.

Ms. Camhout is currently a stay at home mom to her daughters, Marigny, Cosette, and Genevieve. She is married to Lt. Col Kevin Christ of the U.S. Air Force.

Colonel Copsey retired from the Air Force on 30 Nov 2004, and was elected to the Board of Trustees at the 2005 National Conclave.  He also serves as President, AFA Texas. His last assignment was as Commander, AFROTC Detachment 930 at Marquette University, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  While there, he also served as the AAS squadron advisor, and helped establish a Silver Wings organization on campus.  He entered the USAF through AFROTC Det 470, University of Nebraska at Omaha, where he was a member of the Earl S. Hoag Squadron, AAS.  Colonel Copsey is a Command Pilot with over 4,000 flying hours in a diverse assortment of aircraft and missions including the UH-1N, C-141B and HH-60G.  He has a varied command and staff background that includes work on the Military Airlift Command (MAC) staff as a programming officer, branch chief and director of protocol for CINCTRANS, joint staff experience on a sub-unified staff, deputy operations group commander, and flying squadron commander.  He has also served in Air Mobility Command’s (AMC) Tanker Airlift Control Center as Deputy Director of Command and Control, and as Director of Operations Management, where he was responsible for organizing and operating AMC’s Crisis Support Staff.  Prior to AFROTC, Colonel Copsey served as Chief of Staff of the Inter-American Defense Board, located in Washington DC.  He is married to the former Teresita Atienza of Mexico City, Mexico.  They currently reside in Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas

EDUCATION:

1974:  Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, University of Nebraska at Omaha

1977:  Master of Arts, Public Administration, Ball State University

1980:  Squadron Officer School (Residence and Correspondence)

           Marine Corps Command and Staff College (Correspondence)

1987:  Air Command and Staff College (Residence and Seminar)

1990:  Air War College (Seminar)

1991:  Airlift Operations School

1993:  Joint PME Phase II (Residence)

ASSIGNMENTS:

1.  Nov 74-Sep 75, Undergraduate Pilot Training-Helicopter, Class 75-24, Fort Rucker, AL

2.  Jan 76-Jan 79, UH-1N Instructor Pilot, Chief of Training, Det 9, 67 ARRS (MAC) Zaragoza    

     AB, Spain

3.  Feb-Oct 79, UH-1N Instructor Pilot, 1550th Flying Training Squadron (MAC), Kirtland AFB, 

     Albuquerque, NM

4.  Oct 79-Jul 81, UH-1N Academic Instructor, 1550th Technical Training Squadron (MAC), 

     Kirtland AFB, NM

5.  Jul 81-Mar 82, H-1 Program Manager, 1550th Aircrew Training and Test Wing (MAC), 

     Kirtland AFB, NM

6.  Mar 82-Mar 83, Undergraduate Pilot Training, Class 83-04, Williams AFB, AZ

7.  Jul 83-Jun 86, C-141 Instructor Pilot, Asst Ch Pilot, 4th Military Airlift Squadron (MAC), 

     McChord AFB, WA

8.   Aug 86-Jun 87, Air Command and Staff College, Maxwell AFB, AL

9.   Jul 87-Sep 88, Operational Programming Officer, Directorate of Plans/Programs, HQ MAC, 

      Scott AFB, IL

10. Sep 88-May 90, Chief, Special Operations/Rescue Branch, Operational Programs Division, 

      HQ MAC, Scott AFB, IL

11. May 90-Mar 91, Director, CINCMAC/CINCTRANS Protocol, Scott AFB, IL

12. Mar 91-Apr 93, Asst Chief of Staff, Operations, Plans and SAR, U.S. Forces Azores 

      (USCINCLANT), Lajes Field, Azores, Portugal

13. Apr-Sep 93, HH-60G advanced pilot training, Kirtland AFB, NM

14. Sep 93-Jun 94, Deputy Commander, 35th Operations Group (ACC), NAS Keflavik, Iceland

15. Jun 94-Jul 95, Commander, 56th Rescue Squadron (ACC), NAS Keflavik, Iceland

16. Aug 95-Jul 98, Deputy Director, Command and Control and Director, Operations 

      Management, HQ AMC TACC, Scott AFB, IL

17. Jul 98-Jun 01, Chief of Staff, Inter-American Defense Board and College, Washington D.C.

18. Jul 01-Jul 04, Commander, AFROTC Detachment 930, and Chair, Department of Aerospace 

      Studies, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI

FLIGHT INFORMATION:

Rating:  Command Pilot

Flight Hours:  4,017

Aircraft Flown:  TH-55, UH-1H, UH-1N, T-37B, T-38A, C-141B, UH-60L, MH-60G, HH-60G

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS:

Mackay Trophy, Most Meritorious Flight of the Year in an Air Force Aircraft, 1994 

General Ira C. Eaker Award for Outstanding Airmanship, 1994

Honor Graduate, Undergraduate Pilot Training-Helicopter

Defense Superior Service Medal

Legion of Merit

Defense Meritorious Service Medal

Meritorious Service Medal with four oak leaf clusters

Air Medal

Joint Service Commendation Medal

Air Force Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster

Air Force Achievement Medal

Combat Readiness Medal with one oak leaf cluster

Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal

Air Force Recognition Ribbon (Mackay Trophy)

National Defense Service Medal with device

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION:

Second Lieutenant 7 Nov 74

First Lieutenant 7 Nov 76

Captain 7 Nov 78

Major 1 Mar 86

Lieutenant Colonel 1 May 91

Colonel 1 Jul 97

Dr. Dunbar is a retired NASA astronaut, engineer and educator, currently with Texas A&M College of Engineering as a Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) Distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering. She has established a laboratory to engineer next generation “spacesuits” or protection of humans in extreme environments: the Aerospace Human Systems Laboratory (AHSL).  She is also conducting pathfinder research into the behaviors of fluid systems in partial gravity environments. Dunbar, who is a member of the National Academy of Engineering, came to Texas A&M from the University of Houston where she was an M.D. Anderson Professor of Mechanical Engineering. There she provided leadership in the development of a new integrated university science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) center and was Director of the Science and Engineering Fair of Houston. She was also Director of the Master’s Program in Aerospace Engineering directed the SICSA Space Architecture and Aerospace graduate programs.

Dunbar worked for The Rockwell International Space Division Company building Space Shuttle Columbia and then worked for 27 years at NASA, first as a flight controller; then as a mission specialist astronaut, where she flew five space shuttle flights, logging more than 50 days in space. She then served for 7 years as a member of the NASA Senior Executive Service (SES). Her executive service included assistant NASA JSC director for university research; deputy director for Flight Crew Operations; Associate Director for ISS Mission Operations development, and as NASA headquarters deputy associate administrator for the Office of Life and Microgravity Sciences and Applications (OLMSA). She also served as part of the Challenger Space Shuttle accident investigation team.

After retiring from NASA, Dunbar became president and CEO of The Museum of Flight in Seattle, where she established a new Space Gallery and expanded its K12 STEM educational offerings.

Dunbar holds bachelor and master degrees in ceramic engineering from the University of Washington and a Ph.D. in mechanical/biomedical engineering from the University of Houston. She is a Fellow of the American Ceramic Society, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, and the Royal Aeronautical Society. She has been awarded the NASA Space Flight Medal five times, the NASA Exceptional Leadership Medal and the NASA Distinguished Service Medal. Dunbar was inducted into the Royal Society of Edinburgh, and, in 2002 was elected to the US National Academy of Engineering. In 2013 she was selected into the Astronaut Hall of Fame, and in 2016 she was inducted into the Omega Alpha Association (OAA) Systems Engineering Honor Society. From 2016-2018, Dr. Dunbar was the elected President of the Association of Space Explorers (ASE).

Maj. Gen. Alfred K. Flowers retired from the Air Force on 1 Jan 2012, and was elected to the Board of Trustees at the 2016 National Conclave as our Financial Trustee. At the time of his retirement, he was the longest serving individual in the military at 46 years. He also serves on the boards of trustees for the Air Force Aid Society, Lackland Fisher Houses, Lackland Heritage Foundation, and the Fallen Warriors Legacy Scholarship Foundation. Throughout his service, he exemplified a distinguished career in accounting and finance. His last assignment was as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Budget at the Pentagon from 2009 through retirement. During this tour, he was responsible for planning and executing a $119 billion annual budget that financed all Air Force operations including support for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

General Flowers began his career as an enlisted supply warehouseman in August 1965 at Grand Forks Air Force Base, N.D. He then served as an air transportation specialist for four years beginning in September 1967. In 1971, General Flowers became an accounting specialist and served seven years in that role. After his selection to the grade of master sergeant, General Flowers was commissioned following graduation from Officer Training School as a distinguished graduate of the December 1978 class. In his first three assignments as a budget officer, he served at the squadron, major command and Air Staff levels. In 1990, he was assigned as Chief of the Budget Operations Division for Air Combat Command, where he would later serve as the Chief of Budget. The general has served on the Joint Staff as Defense Resource Manager, and in 1999 he was the Director of Budget Programs for the Department of the Air Force. He has also served as Director, Center for Force Structure, Requirements, Resources and Strategic Assessments at Headquarters U.S. Special Operations Command, and as Commander, Air Force Officer Accession and Training Schools. Prior to his current assignment, the general was Commander, 2nd Air Force, Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. 

EDUCATION:
1975 Bachelor of Science degree, Southern Illinois University
1976 Master of Arts degree, Ball State University
1980 Squadron Officer School, Maxwell AFB, Ala.
1985 Professional Military Comptroller School, Maxwell AFB, Ala.
1988 Air Command and Staff College, by correspondence
1990 Armed Forces Staff College, Norfolk, Va.
1993 Air War College, by seminar
1994 Master of Science degree, Industrial College of the Armed Forces, Fort Lesley J. McNair, Washington, D.C.
2002 Advanced Management Program, Federal Executive Institute, Charlottesville, Va.
2005 Executive Business Course, Monterey, Calif.
2006 National Security Leadership Course, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University, N.Y.
2007 Program for Executives in Logistics and Technology, Kenan-Flagler Business School, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

ASSIGNMENTS:
1. August 1965 – August 1967, supply warehouseman, Grand Forks AFB, N.D.
2. January 1968 – January 1969, air transportation specialist, Da Nang AB, Vietnam.
3. January 1969 – November 1969, air transportation specialist, Norton AFB, Calif.
4. November 1969 – May 1971, air transportation specialist, Clark AB, Philippines.
5. May 1971- June 1972, accounting specialist, Lackland AFB, Texas.
6. June 1972 – June 1975, accounting specialist, Charleston AFB, S.C.
7. June 1975 – June 1977, accounting specialist, Iraklion AB, Crete.
8. July 1977 – August 1978, accounting noncommissioned officer, Travis AFB, Calif.
9. August 1978 – December 1978, officer training school, Medina Annex, Lackland AFB, Texas.
10. January 1979 – May 1982, deputy accounting and finance officer, later, accounting and finance officer, budget officer, 347th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Moody AFB, Ga. 
11. June 1982 – June 1985, budget staff officer, Headquarters Tactical Air Command, Langley AFB, Va.
12. July 1985 – September 1987, budget staff officer, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. 
13. October 1987 – June 1989, executive officer, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. 
14. July 1989 – January 1990, student, Armed Forces Staff College, Norfolk, Va.
15. February 1990 – June 1993, Chief, Budget Operations Division, Headquarters Air Combat Command, Langley AFB, Va. 
16. August 1993 – June 1994, student, Industrial College of the Armed Forces, Fort Lesley J. McNair, Washington, D.C. 
17. July 1994 – December 1996, Defense Resource Manager, Joint Staff, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C. 
18. December 1996 – June 1999, Chief of Budget, Headquarters ACC, Langley AFB, Va. 
19. June 1999 – July 2001, Director of Budget Programs, Department of the Air Force, Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Budget, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C. 
20. September 2001 – August 2003, Comptroller, Headquarters Air Education and Training Command, Randolph AFB, Texas
21. September 2003 – February 2004, Chief Financial Executive, Center for Force Structure, Resources and Strategic Assessments, Headquarters U.S. Special Operations Command, MacDill AFB, Fla.
22. March 2004 – December 2006, Director, Center for Force Structure, Requirements, Resources and Strategic Assessments (J8), Headquarters USSOCOM, MacDill AFB, Fla.
23. January 2007 – May 2008, Commander, Air Force Officer Accession and Training Schools, Air University, Maxwell AFB, Ala.
24. May 2008 – September 2009, Commander, 2nd Air Force, Keesler AFB, Miss.
25. October 2009 – December 2012, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Budget, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller, Washington, D.C.

SUMMARY OF JOINT ASSIGNMENTS:
1. July 1994 – December 1996, Defense Resource Manager, Joint Staff, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., as a lieutenant colonel 
2. September 2003 – February 2004, Chief Financial Executive, Center for Force Structure, Resources and Strategic Assessments, Headquarters U.S. Special Operations Command, MacDill AFB, Fla., as a colonel and brigadier general 
3. March 2004 – December 2006, Director, Center for Force Structure, Requirements, Resources and Strategic Assessments (J8), Headquarters U.S. Special Operations Command, MacDill AFB, Fla., as a brigadier general 

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS:
Distinguished Service Medal
Defense Superior Service Medal
Legion of Merit with oak leaf cluster
Defense Meritorious Service Medal
Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters
Joint Service Commendation Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal with silver oak leaf cluster
Joint Service Achievement Medal
Air Force Achievement Medal with oak leaf cluster
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND ASSOCIATIONS:
Board of Directors, Army and Air Force Exchange Service
Board of Directors, Defense Commissary Agency
Board of Trustees, Air Force Aid Society
American Society of Military Comptrollers

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION:
Second Lieutenant Dec. 11, 1978
First Lieutenant Dec. 11, 1980
Captain Dec. 1, 1982 
Major Dec. 1, 1988 
Lieutenant Colonel Aug. 1, 1992
Colonel Aug. 1, 1998
Brigadier General Sept. 1, 2004
Major General Nov. 2, 2007

Col (Ret) Steven Hiss is the Director of Student Services and Alumni Engagement at the University of Virginia’s Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy. Immediately prior to his retirement in October 2016, Col Hiss served as Commander, Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Detachment 890. He commanded a detachment of seven cadre and 150 cadets located at the University of Virginia, Liberty University, James Madison University, and Piedmont Virginia Community College.

Col Hiss was commissioned into the U.S. Air Force in 1986 as a Distinguished Graduate of Purdue University’s ROTC program. Following pilot training, he served as a T-38 Instructor Pilot and Wing Executive Officer at Columbus AFB, MS. He transitioned to the B-1B in 1991, serving operational tours at Grand Forks AFB, ND, Ellsworth AFB, SD, Mt. Home AFB, ID, and Dyess AFB, TX. He also served as aide-de-camp to the Commander-in-Chief, U.S. Joint Forces Command and Supreme Allied Commander, Atlantic. Col Hiss commanded the 436th Training Squadron at Dyess AFB and served as a Deputy Division Chief and Division Chief on the Air Staff. In addition, he served as Vice Commander of the 28th Bomb Wing at Ellsworth AFB, the largest operational B-1B wing in the Air Force. He deployed numerous times in support of Operations Southern Watch, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom. Col Hiss is a command pilot with more than 3,700 flight hours in the B-1B and T-38.

During his time at Purdue, Col Hiss was an active member of Arnold Air Society, serving as the National Commander, Area E Comptroller, and Iven C. Kincheloe, Jr. Squadron Commander. He twice served on the Air Force Association’s National Board of Directors and chaired the AFA’s Junior Officer Advisory Council. He is a recipient of the AFA Medal of Merit.

Gen. Duncan J. McNabb is the former commander, United States Transportation Command, Scott Air Force Base, IL. USTRANSCOM is the single manager for global air, land, and sea transportation for the Department of Defense (DOD). Gen McNabb had commanded over $56B in strategic transportation assets; 150,000 soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines, and civilians; and a worldwide command and control network. He also served as DOD’s Distribution Process Owner, overseeing DOD’s end to end supply chain, transportation and distribution to our forces worldwide.

Gen. McNabb graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy in 1974. A command pilot, he amassed more than 5,600 flying hours in transport and rotary wing aircraft and held command and staff positions at squadron, group, wing, USAF major command and Department of Defense levels.

In his most recent assignments, General McNabb served as the USAF Deputy Chief of Staff for Plans and Programs and had responsibility for all Air Force Programs and over $500B in funding over the five year defense plan (FYDP). He then served as Director for Logistics on the Joint Staff and was responsible for operational logistics and strategic mobility support to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Secretary of Defense. He then commanded the USAF Air Mobility Command and led 134,000 airmen in providing rapid global mobility, aerial refueling, special airlift and aeromedical evacuation for America’s armed forces. Before his final command at USTRANSCOM, Gen. McNabb served as the 33rd Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force.

Gen McNabb currently serves on a number of public, private, and non-profit boards and is the Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings and is on the Air University Board of Visitors.

Beverly Mentzer retired from ExxonMobil after working 33 years in both domestic and international engineering and managerial positions.  She graduated with a BS degree in Chemical Engineering from Louisiana State University.  During that time she was a member of the local Silver Wings chapter and served as the National President of Silver Wings.  She has been on the Board of Trustees for Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings and a Lifetime Member of the Air Force Association for ~30 years.

Beverly joined Exxon Production Research Company in 1979 and worked in process engineering and global technical support before taking an assignment in 1985 in Exxon USA’s Production Department.  Through multiple positions, she managed field operations, projects, production facilities engineering and subsurface technical support for the Gulf of Mexico and southeast US fields.  Beverly became the Business Development Manager for Exxon Pipeline Company in 1994, Alaska Gas Commercialization Manager in 1996, and United Kingdom Joint Interest Manager in 2000.  While living in London, England, she had responsibility for all technical, operational, commercial, financial and external relations aspects of ExxonMobil’s UK non-operated production assets.  After returning to the US in 2005, she held the positions of Gas & Facilities Technology Manager for ExxonMobil Upstream Research, Vice President of ExxonMobil Research Qatar and Engineering Vice President of ExxonMobil Production Company.

Beverly is married to Ray, who is a Professor at Texas A&M.  Their son, Nate, is a mechanical engineer and their daughter, Rebecca, is majoring in economics.

Dr. Jerry White is President Emeritus and Board Chair Emeritus of The Navigators, an international Christian organization with over 4,000 staff assigned in 105 countries, working with college students, military personnel, business and professional people and churches.

General White was born in Iowa and raised in Spokane, Washington.  He attended the University of Washington and received a B.S. in electrical engineering in 1959.  In 1964, he received a Masters Degree in Astronautics from The Air Force Institute of Technology.  He earned his Ph.D. in Astronautics from Purdue University in 1970.

Following graduation from the University of Washington, General White received a commission in the U.S. Air Force.  During his 13-½ years of active duty, he served in many capacities, including an assignment as a mission controller at Cape Kennedy during the height of the American space program.  He also was an associate professor of astronautics at the Air Force Academy in Colorado for six years and co-authored a nationally recognized textbook, The Fundamentals of Astrodynamics.  General White resigned from active service in 1973, and then spent 24 years in the Air Force Reserves in a number of assignments, retiring July 1, 1997 as a major general.  From 1992-1995 he served on the congressionally mandated Reserve Forces Policy Board.  He served the Air Force Association on its Board and Executive Committee.  In his last Reserve assignment, he served as mobilization assistant to the commander of Air Force Materiel Command, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio.  Previously he served as mobilization assistant to the commanders of Electronic Systems Center and Aeronautical Systems Center.  He also had assignments with what are now AF Space Command and the National Security Agency.

He is a registered professional engineer, a member of the Tau Beta Pi Honorary Engineering Society and an associate fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.  In 1991 and 1993-95, he served as chairman of the Colorado Rhodes Scholarship Selection Committee.  He is Vice Chairman, Aerospace Education, of the Board of the Air Force Association.   He is also on the board of trustees of Arnold Air Society/Silver Wings

Jerry and his wife, Mary, have written thirteen books on practical topics such as work, ethics, and parenting adult children.    Dr. White has authored Honesty, Morality and Conscience (1996, NavPress), The Joseph Road(2009), Rules to Live By (2010), Unfinished (2013) and To Be a Friend (2014).

In addition to his work with The Navigators, Dr. White is a nationally competitive handball player, a licensed commercial pilot, and an active member of his local church, having served on the church board.  He is married to the former Mary Ann Knutson.  They have four children, 11 grandchildren, and live in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Major Dan Whalen is currently serving as the Assistant Executive Officer to the Commander, Air Force Space Command, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado.  He is responsible for running the front office for the MAJCOM and Joint Force Space Component Command Commander.  

Major Whalen entered the Air Force through West Virginia University’s Reserve Officer Training Corp in May 2009.  He has served in a variety of operational and acquisition positions ranging from leading hundreds of airmen to influencing billion dollar programs. Prior to his current position, he was the chief integrator of GPS III-1 launch and C2 activities.

EDUCATION
2009 – Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
2009 – Air and Space Basic Course, Maxwell AFB, AL
2010 – Distinguished graduate, Undergraduate Space Training, Vandenberg AFB, CA
2012 – Aircraft Maintenance Officer Course, Sheppard AFB, TX
2013 – Master’s of Arts, Military Studies, American Military University
2014 – Distinguished graduate, Squadron Officer School, Maxwell AFB, AL

ASSIGNMENTS

1. July 2009 – April 2012, Space Systems Analyst and Deputy Chief, Satellite Modeling Section, Directed Energy Directorate, Air Force Research Lab, Kirtland AFB, N.M.
2. July 2012 – October 2015,  Maintenance Operations Officer, 436th Maintenance Squadron, later, Maintenance Operations Officer, 736th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Dover AFB, Del.
3. October 2015 – November 2017, Chief, Satellite Assessment Team, Independent Readiness Review Team, Space and Missile System Center, Los Angeles AFB, Calif.
4. November 2017 – April 2018, Chief, GPS III Mission Operations, Space Vehicle Division, Global Positioning System Directorate, Space and Missile System Center, Los Angeles AFB, Calif.
5. April 2018 – Pres, Assistant Executive Officer to the Commander, Air Force Space Command, Peterson AFB Co.

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS                                                                                             
Air Force Meritorious Service Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal w/oak leaf cluster
Air Force Achievement Medal w/oak leaf cluster
EFFECTIVE DATE OF PROMOTION
Second Lieutenant May 27, 2009
First Lieutenant May 27, 2011
Captain May 27, 2013

Captain Gabrielle Kearney is a maintenance officer in the 1^stAircraft Maintenance Squadron, Joint Base Langley –Eustis, Virginia. She works as the Officer in Charge of the 94^th Aircraft Maintenance Unit. She is responsible for directing the efforts of over 200 Airmen charged with maintaining 23 F-22 Raptors worth over $3.3B, generating over 6K sorties annually.

Captain Kearney graduated from Michigan State University in 2012, where she received her commission through Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps.

EDUCATION
2012 Bach of Arts Interdisciplinary Studies of Humanities/Russian, Michigan State Univ, Mich.
2015 Masters of Education, University of Oklahoma, Ok.
2016 USAF Advanced Sortie Production Course, Nellis AFB, Nev.

ASSIGNMENTS

1. Oct 12 – Jan 13, Student, Aircraft Maintenance Officer Course, Sheppard AFB, Texas
2. Feb 13 – Apr 14, Asst Officer in Charge 37^th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, 86^th AW, United States Air Force Europe, Ramstein AB, Germany
3. Apr 14 – Jun 15, Maintenance Flight Commander, 86^th Maintenance Squadron, 86^th AW, United States Air Force Europe, Ramstein AB, Germany
4. Jun 15 – Mar 16, Asst Officer in Charge 27^th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, 1st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 1^st FW, United States Air Force Europe, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia
5. Mar 16 – Dec 16, Officer in Charge 27^th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, 1st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 1^st FW, United States Air Force Europe, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia
6. Dec 16 – Present, Officer in Charge 94^th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, 1st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 1^st FW, United States Air Force Europe, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Air Force Commendation Medal
Meritorious Unit Award
AF Outstanding Unit Award
National Defense Service Medal
Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
AF Overseas Ribbon Long
Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon
AF Longevity Service
AF Training Ribbon

OTHER ACHIEVMENTS
2012 Distinguished Graduate Reserve Officer Training Corps, Michigan State, Mich.
2016 Distinguished Graduate USAF Advanced Sortie Production Course, Nellis AFB, Nev.

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
Second Lieutenant May 5, 2012
First Lieutenant July 19, 2014
Captain July 19, 2016

Chhandashiki Das joined Silver Wings as a civilian member of the Bernadette M Jarvis Chapter at the University of Colorado in 2010. After joining, Chhandashiki has been not only Chapter President, but then Region President and National Chief of Protocol. During her tenure as Region President, she oversaw the activation of chapters, and continued to provide support as her year wrapped up and then in her national role. As NCOP, she was continuously ensuring that everyone was up to speed on etiquette and expected dress code and behavior, as well as ensuring that both Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings members remained safe at conclaves. Shiki joined the National Administrative Consultant Team in 2014 due to her visible expertise in protocol and her approachable, friendly, outgoing demeanor.

Chhandashiki currently resides in Colorado and pursuing a Master of Science in Space Systems Operations, again at the University of Colorado. She aspires to join the space community upon graduation.

Chris Behr joined Silver Wings as a member of the Colonel Guion S. Bluford Jr. Chapter at Pennsylvania State University in 2012.  Chris held the positions of Chapter President and NATCON Co-Commander for NATCON 2014, WASHINGCON before graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

Chris currently lives in Washington, DC and works for Perspecta as an Intelligence officer and Chief Engineer for the Department of Defense.  Chris is a private pilot and will soon commission and fly the C-130 with the Air National Guard.

Chris joined the National Administrative Consultant team in 2017, serving as a Conclave NAC.

Captain Hannah M. Richmond is a Logistics Readiness Officer in the 21st Logistics Readiness Squadron, 21st Mission Support Group, 21st Space Wing, Peterson AFB, Colorado. There she works as the Material Management Flight Commander where she is responsible for 6 sections managing Air Force Space Command’s largest supply chain valued at $550M. She leads 36 military and civilians providing 24-hour supply operations supporting 52 satellite systems across 29 global locations.

Captain Richmond graduated from Michigan State University in 2012, where she received her commission through Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps, Detachment 380.

EDUCATION 
2012 – Bachelor of Science, Nutritional Sciences, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan. 
2012 – Logistics Readiness Officer Course, Lackland AFB, TX

ASSIGNMENTS

1. May 2012 – September 2013, Officer in Charge, Deployment Operations, 21st Logistics Readiness Squadron, 21st Mission Support Group, 21st Space Wing, Peterson AFB, Colorado
2. September 2013 – May 2014, Executive Officer, 21st Mission Support Group, 21st Space Wing, Peterson AFB, Colorado
3. May 2014 – Present, Material Management Flight Commander, 21st Logistics Readiness Squadron, 21st Mission Support Group, Peterson AFB, Colorado

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS 
AF Outstanding Unit Award 
National Defense Service Medal 
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

OTHER ACHIEVMENTS 
2012: 21 LRS CGO of the Quarter 3rd Quarter, Peterson AFB, Colorado 
2013: 21 LRS CGO of the Quarter, 1st Quarter, Peterson AFB, Colorado 
2014: 21 LRS CGO of the Quarter, 2nd Quarter, Peterson AFB, Colorado 
2014: 21 MSG CGO of the Quarter, 2nd Quarter, Peterson AFB, Colorado

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION 
Second Lieutenant May 5, 2012
First Lieutenant May 23, 2014

Lieutenant Joseph J. Fitzpatrick is a Cyberspace Operations Officer serving at the 1st Combat Communications Squadron at Ramstein AFB, Germany. There he is a flight commander for the Network Operations Flight, responsible for the readiness of 20 network systems and 210 servers valued at $18M. He is also the Officer in Charge of the Mission Defense Team, responsible for the coordination of the Security Operations Center and the security of the servers throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Originally from Gardiner, New York, Lt Fitzpatrick is a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology with a Bachelor’s of Science in Computing Security. In May 2016, he received his commission through the Air Force Officer Training Corps, Detachment 538.

EDUCATION

2015 Advanced Cyber Education, Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio
2016 Bachelor of Science in Computing Security, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY

ASSIGNMENTS

1. September 2016 — September 2018 Flight Commander, Tactical Network Operations, 1st Combat Communications Squadron, Ramstein AFB, Germany

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS

National Defense Service Medal 
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS

National Administrative Consultant for Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings
Air Force Association Life Member

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
Second Lieutenant July, 2016

Captain Kevin B. Long is currently serving as a pilot in the 354^th Fighter Squadron, Davis-Monthan AFB, Tucson, Arizona. The 354^th FS has over 20 A-10 aircrafts, providing close air support, forward air control, and combat search rescue for theater operations worldwide.

Originally from Naperville, IL, Captain Long graduated of Auburn University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering. In May 2014, he received his commission through the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps, Detachment 005 as a Distinguished Graduate.

EDUCATION
2014 Bachelor of Science, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Auburn University, Auburn, AL
2016 Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training, Sheppard AFB, TX
2016 Distinguished Graduate, Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals, Sheppard AFB, TX
2017 A-10C FTU, Davis Monthan AFB, AZ

ASSIGNMENTS

1. September 2014 – July 2016; Student, Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training and Intro to Fighter Fundamentals, Sheppard AFB, TX
2. July 2016 – March 2017; Upgrading Pilot, A-10C FTU, Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ
3. March 2017 – August 2018; Pilot, 25^th Fighter Squadron, Osan AB, South Korea
4. August 2018 – Present; Pilot, 354^th Fighter Squadron, Davis Monthan AFB, AZ

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Aerial Achievement Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal
Air Force Outstanding Unit

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
Second Lieutenant July 16, 2014
First Lieutenant July 16, 2016
Captain July 16, 2018

Lieutenant Marissa N. Poje is a Logistics Readiness Officer serving in the Expeditionary Support Directorate, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland AFB, Texas. There she works as an Executive Officer to the Director. She and the Director’s team are responsible for delivering worldwide expeditionary installation and mission support capabilities to customers at the headquarters, major command, and installation levels.

Lieutenant Poje graduated from George Washington University in 2014 where she received her commission through Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps, Detachment 130.

EDUCATION
2014 – Bachelor of Art, International Affairs, George Washington University, Washington, DC
2015 – Logistics Readiness Officer Course, Sheppard AFB, TX

ASSIGNMENTS

1. March 2015 – October 2016, Flight Commander, A-10 ISR Specials Weapons Systems, 439th Supply Chain Operations Squadron, 735 Supply Chain Operations Group, 635 Supply Chain Operations Wing, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia.
2. October 2016 – April 2017, Flight Commander, Internal Controls, 735 Supply Chain Operations Group, 635 Supply Chain Operations Wing, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia.
3. April 2017 – Present, Executive Officer, Expeditionary Support Directorate, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland AFB, Texas.

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Meritorious Service Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal
AF Outstanding Unit Award
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Training Ribbon
OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS
2015: 635 SCOW CGO of the Quarter, 3rd Quarter, Scott AFB, Illinois
2016: 735 SCOG CGO of the Year, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia
2017: AFIMSC Expeditionary Support CGO of the Quarter, 4th Quarter, JB San Antonio-Kelly, Texas
EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
Second Lieutenant May19, 2014
First Lieutenant October 13, 2016

Major Tyler Johnson is an Air Liaison Officer (ALO) in the 116^th Air Support Operations Squadron (ASOS), Camp Murray, WA. There he is responsible for leading Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) and Air Support Operations Center (ASOC) operations. As an ALO he is a primary advisor and advocate to the Ground Force Commander, ensuring effective Air, Space, and Cyber power integration with US and coalition Army combat maneuver units.

Originally from Portland, Oregon, Major Johnson is a graduate of Vanderbilt University and received his commission through the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps, Detachment 790 as a Distinguished Graduate in May 2005.

EDUCATION
2005 Bachelor of Arts degrees in Economics and History, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee.

2014 Master of Arts in Communication, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland.

ASSIGNMENTS
1. August 2005 – September 2005, Casual Lieutenant, Standardization of Flying Training, Fighter Training Branch (DOFF), Headquarters Air Education & Training Command (AETC), Randolph AFB, Texas

2. September 2005 – July 2006, Special Assistant, Force Shaping Initiative, Retirements and Separations (DPPR), Air Force Personnel Center, Randolph AFB, Texas

3. July 2005 – August 2007, Student, Undergraduate Pilot Training, Vance AFB, Okla

4. November 2007 – May 2012, Director, Production Center, AOC WS 10.1, Electronic Systems Center (ESC), Langley AFB, Va

5. May 2012 – April 2015, Operations Research Analyst, 710^th Combat Operations Squadron, Langley AFB, Va

6. April 2015 – Present, Air Liaison Officer, 116^th Air Support Operations Squadron (ASOS), Camp Murray, Wa (WA ANG)

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Air Force Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster
Air Force Achievement Medal
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Air Force Longevity Service
Air Force Training Ribbon

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
Second Lieutenant June 1, 2005
First Lieutenant June 1, 2007
Captain June 1, 2009
Major June 1, 2014

Tate Hall currently works as a Disability Voting Rights Advocate for the Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program in Tuscaloosa, AL.

Originally from Colorado Springs, CO, Tate holds an MPA as well as a BS in Rehabilitation and Disability Studies from Auburn University. She joined the John “Boots” Stratford Chapter at Auburn as an undergraduate in 2014 and continued her membership throughout graduate school. She served in multiple chapter positions prior to serving as the National President during her last year of grad school from 2017-2018. After graduation, she became a National Administrative Consultant and specializes in leadership development and team building.

Molly Mae Potter is a graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University where she was an active member of the Silver Wings Challenger Chapter.  She served on active duty in the United States Air Force from 2007-2013 as test engineer and as a SOCOM acquisition specialist where she deployed in support of OEF. In October 2016, she was crowned Ms. Veteran America 2016 and supported its mission to raise awareness about and advocate to end homelessness among women veterans.  She actively serves as the Austin Chapter Air Force Association President and was selected as one of the 2016-2017 Emerging Leaders for the Air Force Association at a national level. Locally, she has served the City of Austin as a commissioner for veteran’s affairs working to ensure the veterans in Austin are fairly and justly represented and served in the City of Austin. She is also very active in promoting veteran entrepreneurship and start-ups and in 2017 named a National Military Influencer in Entrepreneurship. Recently she was appointed to the board of directors for the Vetted Foundation, placing proven transitioning military leaders in cooperate leadership roles.

Molly Mae Potter currently lives in Austin, Texas with her husband, baby daughter and three dogs where she currently leads Business Operations for Client Engineering at Dell Technologies.

Born and raised a Jersey Girl, Marianne received her commission through AFROTC Detachment 585 at Duke University, where she met her husband, Major General Brett T. Williams, USAF, Retired.  She is an “Arnie Alum” of the Kevin J. McManus Squadron.

Marianne retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in June 2003 after a rewarding 20-year career, primarily in Personnel.  She commanded the 1^st Mission Support Squadron, Langley AFB, VA, while her husband commanded the 94^th Fighter Squadron there.  Other assignments included Eglin AFB, FL; Keflavik NAS, Iceland; Maxwell AFB, AL; and MacDill AFB, FL, where she served in a variety of Wing- and Staff/HQs-level assignments to include Chief, Senior Officer Management at Air Combat Command and Chief, A-1, US Central Command.  She also served as an Executive Officer and Chief of Protocol.

Since retirement, Marianne has shared her leadership and team-building experience as a senior mentor for the Air Force Key Spouse Program, Leadership Spouse Forums, and New Spouse Seminars. In 2012, with Mrs. Suzie Schwartz, Air Force Chief of Staff spouse, Marianne authored Air Force 101: A “Back to Basics” Guide for Air Force Spouses, the first of its kind on standardized information for Air Force spouses.  She also volunteered on the USAF Charity Ball Committee to raise funds for the Air Force Aid Society.

In 2009, the Air Force Chief of Staff recognized “Team Williams” with the General and Mrs. O’Malley Award as the Wing Commander and Spouse Team of the Year for their tenure at the 18^th Wing, Kadena AB, Okinawa.  Upon her husband’s retirement in 2014, Marianne received the Air Force Scroll of Appreciation from the Secretary of the Air Force for 33 years of service to the Air Force, as an active-duty officer and military spouse.

Marianne currently works as the Senior Director, Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings, and also serves as the President, Duke School of Nursing Alumni Council.  Team Williams resides in Durham NC – the Land of the Duke Blue Devils — and they have two children, Mikaela and Sean Michael (1Lt and F-16 pilot at Shaw AFB SC).

Major General Maggie Woodward received her commission in 1983 as a graduate of the ROTC program at Arizona State University. She and her husband of 33 years, Brigadier General Dan Woodward, met through ROTC and Arnold Air Society while she was attending Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona before Dan graduated.

General Woodward served in a variety of operational and staff positions during her nearly 32 year Air Force career.  She commanded the 97th Air Refueling Squadron at Fairchild AFB in Washington, the 12th Flying Training Group at Randolph AFB near San Antonio, the 6th Air Mobility Wing near Tampa, the 89th Airlift Wing…home of Air Force One, at Andrews AFB, 17th Air Force and Air Forces Africa in Ramstein Germany, and the Air Force Safety Center near Albuquerque.  Her staff assignments included serving as Chief of Protocol to the Secretary and Secretary of Defense, Director of the Staff Group for the Deputy Chief of Staff for Air and Space Operations, the Director of Air Force Colonel’s Assignments, and most recently, the Director of the Air Force Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office.

General Woodward is a Distinguished Graduate of Air Command and Staff College and a graduate of National War College, the Syracuse University Summer Leadership Program and the Capstone Flag Officer Course.  She is a command pilot with more than 3,800 military flying hours.

Following retirement in 2014, General Woodward joined her husband as Co-Executive Director of Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings.  She is an avid rider of her horse Wex and loves mountain biking, almost all other outdoor activities, and her two dogs Shasta and Kita.

2018 – 2019 WOMEN’S MEMORIAL INTERNSHIP RECIPIENTS

ACTION MEMORANDUM: INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE WOMEN IN MILITARY SERVICE FOR AMERICA MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

1. The Women In Military Service For America (WIMSA) Memorial Foundationis accepting nominations through The Executive Management Center (EMC), for up to four Summer 2019 internships.

2. The Foundation is a non-partisan, non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to preserving the history and contributions of America’s history from the Revolutionary War to today.  Our mission is to:

• Honor– service and sacrifice
• Educateand Empower – current and future generations
• Remember– those who have paved the way

3. The Memorial Education Center is located at the Ceremonial Entrance to Arlington National Cemetery (convenient to metro) and provides a unique opportunity to be immersed within the heart beat of the Nation’s Capital while contributing to the advancement of knowledge about military women’s service and sacrifice.  Interns will have the opportunity to interface with active and former service members of all ranks and branches, retired Generals, Admirals and senior government officials as well as Members of Congress and the visiting public.  Additional information onWIMSA may be found at https://www.womensmemorial.org

4. Work will be accomplished at the Memorial Education Center or the Foundation Headquarters at 200 N.Glebe Road, Arlington 22203.  Candidates should be willing to contribute between 30-40 hours per week.   For students outside the D.C. Metro area, transportation to and from this internship will be funded by the EMC.  In addition, students participating in this internship will receive at least a $1,000.00 stipend from the Memorial.

5. Candidates should be available from late May/June 2019 through late August 2019 (dates negotiable based on individual summer break schedules).  This program is open to Cadets and Silver Wings civilians that are sophomores, juniors, seniors or Graduate Students, including those graduating this year. Other internship formats for interested interns may be considered (other school break periods or for students in the Washington DC area – internships of up to 4 hours per week throughout the school year may be considered in lieu of the summer break format).

6. These internships require superior communicative skills and professionalism.  Students will initially report to a Director within the Foundation with senior supervision andmentorship from a Major General (Retired).

7. There are up to four positions available:

1. Communications and Marketing Interns (2)

• Analyze social media activity and results
• Develop content (posts, videos, photos, historical interest items) designed to enhance information dissemination and increase followers
• Promote visitation at the Memorial through
• Search engine optimization.  Work to improve the on-line visibility of the Memorial’s website and social media platforms to maximize the impact of published content
• Interface with partner veteran’s organizations for mutual support and cross marketing opportunities
• Interface with media in promoting events and stories about the Memorial and its mission
• Work with the public relations staff in developing press releases, event plans and other multi-media content

1. History/Museum Sciences Intern (1) (may require a vehicle)

• Work with the Curator for Collections or the Oral History Program Coordinator to catalog, curate and select items for exhibit either at the Memorial Education Center or on loan to other museums.
• Develop ideas and plans for topical temporary exhibits based on key dates or events in the history of military women’s service
• Interface/collaborate with curatorial staff at partner museums such as the various Smithsonian properties in the DC area.
• Assist with developing strategies for digitizing collections and disseminating digital content

1. Customer Services/Customer Relations Intern (1)

• Works with the public to help enhance their educational experience at the Memorial
• Helps train and oversee volunteers
• Works with military women to assist them with registering their service at the Memorial
• Works with individuals and groups wanting to plan events at the Memorial to ensure their experience also affords an opportunity for education about military women’s service

8.   Interns will receive a $1,000.00 stipend and if located outside the D.C. metro area, transportation to and from the internship will be funded.  Students are responsible for all other costs and expenses associated with this internship.

9. SELECTION PROCESS:  theEDs may or may not forward all nomination packages based on the submission and following a phone interview and discussion with the applicable Detachment Commander/AOC and/or references provided by the candidate.

The following will be used to further evaluate individuals:

MANDATORY: Availability for on-site work at the Memorial or the Foundation

MANDATORY: Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

MANDATORY: Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student

NOT MANDATORY (OF INTEREST): Veterans/former service members or students in women’s studies programs

Candidates will self-nominate by sending the following information in e-mail to mgmt.center@arnold-air.org NOT LATER THAN FRIDAY 10 FEBRUARY midnight Pacific Time.  The only attachment permitted is the unofficial transcript.  All other information must be in the e-mail body.  Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.

• NAME, ADDRESS OF RECORD (NOT COLLEGE ADDRESS), PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS
• NAME OF COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY, FIELD(S) OF STUDY AND GPA
• NAME OF SQUADRON OR CHAPTER AND POSITIONS HELD, IF ANY
• NAME, RANK, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF AFFILIATED DETACHMENT COMMANDER ORAOC
• NAME, TITLE, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF ONE REFERENCE WHO MAY VOUCH FOR ACADEMIC RECORD AND PERSONAL RELIABILITY
•  POSITIONS(S) OF INTEREST: (COMM/MARKETING, HISTORY/MUSEUM SCIENCE AND/OR CUSTOMER SERVICE/RELATIONS)
• A STATEMENT PROVIDING THE DATES OF AVAILABILITY
• A 300 WORD OR LESS SUMMARY DESCRIBING WHY THE CANDIDATE WOULD LIKE TO BE SELECTED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY
• A COPY OF AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT ATTACHED TO THE NOMINATING E-MAIL

10. These are highly prestigious internship opportunities; candidates will carry the reputation ofAAS/SW with them in their work.  All highly motivated, eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

SIGNED//DPW//1 DEC 2018

2018 – 2019 SILVER WINGS GATHERING OF EAGLES FELLOWSHIP RECIPIENTS

SUBJECT: SILVER WINGS CIVILIAN EXPENSES MOSTLY PAID FELLOWSHIP WITH “THE GATHERING OF EAGLES” AT AIR UNIVERSITY IN MONTGOMERY DURING THE SUMMER OF 2019 FOR SOPHOMORES THROUGH FIFTH YEAR STUDENTS

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

1. The AAS/SW Executive Management Center is accepting nominations for as many as two spring 2019 Civilian Fellowships as part of the Gathering of Eagles at Air University (Maxwell Air Force Base) in Montgomery Alabama.  Candidates will be competitively selected by the Executive Directors and placed with the concurrence of a member of the Gathering of Eagles staff.
2. Successful candidates will be flown or otherwise have travel expenses paid by the EMC to and from Montgomery.  Lodging and a small food stipend will be provided through the generous donation of the Air University Foundation.  Any additional personal costs will be the responsibility of the student.  This Fellowship will take place from 27 May (travel) through 31 May (travel) 2019 and will leverage the incredible Gathering of Eagles program and agenda.  Fellows may also be assigned a civilian sponsor from the Air Command and Staff College class of 2019 to help facilitate program integration.

The Gathering of Eagles program aims to preserve the United States Air Force’s legacy through the celebration of Airpower. The program is an annual educational event that will allow Silver Wings fellowship participants to learn from and honor men and women (Eagles) who have made significant contributions to air, space and cyberspace power. For over 30 years, Eagles have gathered to share their stories in an effort to inspire future military and civilian leaders to achieve greatness in support of their country.

THIS PROGRAM IS WORLD-CLASS!  Major General Woodward (former Eagle) and Brigadier General Woodward have personally participated.  Fellowship participants will have an opportunity to meet and listen to the stories of some of the greatest men and women of our time…a true living history of our Nation through the eyes of those who wrote the history. Our civilian fellows will be invited to all Gathering of Eagle events.  

3. THESE FELLOWSHIPS DO NOTREQUIRE A SECURITY CLEARANCE.  Access to Maxwell Air Force Base will be handled by Air University.

4. These fellowships will involve interaction with senior Air Force leadership.  They require impeccable dress and professionalism.

5. 5.  The AAS Executive Directors (EDs) may provide additional information to interested candidates.  NOTE: Fellowship recipientswill be asked to provide photos of activities to aid in advertising future Fellowships.

6. 6.  SELECTION PROCESS
   Successful candidates will be selected by the EDs following a phone interview and/or discussion with the applicable Detachment Commander and/or reference provided by the candidate.  The following will be used to further evaluate individuals:

• MANDATORY: Availability from 27 May through 31 May 2019
• MANDATORY: A sophomore, junior, senior, or fifth year student
• MANDATORY: Eligiblecivilian member of Silver Wings with dues paid in full when the application is submitted (Associates in training are eligible provided dues are paid)
• DESIRED: Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher in any field of study

Candidates will self nominate by sending the following information to:

mgmt.center@arnold-air.org NOT LATER THAN 1 March 2019 at midnight Pacific Time.  Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS PART OF AN E-MAIL AND NOT AS AN ATTACHMENT.  THE ONLY ATTACHMENT PERMITTED IS THE UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT.

• NAME, ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS
• NAME OF COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY, FIELD(S) OF STUDY AND GPA
• NAME OF CHAPTER AND LEADERSHIP POSITIONS HELD, IF ANY
• NAME, RANK, PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS OF AFFILIATED DETACHMENT COMMANDER
• NAME, TITLE, PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS OF ONE REFERENCE WHO MAY VOUCH FOR ACADEMIC RECORD AND PERSONAL RELIABILITY
• A STATEMENT AFFIRMING AVAILABLITY FROM 27 THROUGH 31 MAY 2019
• A COPY OF AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT ATTACHED TO THE NOMINATING E-MAIL (THIS IS THE ONLY ATTACHMENT PERMITTED)
• A 300 WORD OR LESS SUMMARY DESCRIBING WHY THE CANDIDATE WOULD LIKE TO SELECTED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY

7. 7.  These are highly prestigious Fellowships; candidates will carry the reputation of Silver Wings forward with Air University.  Competitive selection will enhance student understanding of the mission and history of the United States Air Force and will also provide a unique discriminator for resumes used for future employment.  All highly motivated eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

Signed//DPW//17 Jan 2019

DANIEL P. WOODWARD

Brig Gen, USAF (Retired)

Co-Executive Director, Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings

202-999-5173

My name is Mitch is originally from Spanish Fort, Alabama. He enrolled at Auburn University in the Fall of 2012 where he has since earned a BA and MS in civil engineering and served two years as a cadet in AFROTC. Since 2014, Mitch has been an active member in Silver Wings, holding various roles on the chapter and national levels. Currently, he is pursuing his PhD in civil engineering and eventually plans to graduate.

Josh Shetter spent his entire life just outside Indianapolis, only to move just an hour away to initially study aviation at Purdue University. After finding a close set of friends in Detachment 220, he took the next step and joined Arnold Air Society, where he found a family. His peers in the society have supported him through his many changes this past semester, whether it’s finding where to eat lunch, or switching majors for the third time. He dreams of commissioning and making a career out of the Air Force, and his leadership positions in ROTC and Arnold Air Society teach him more about himself every day, for better or for worse. When he finds free time, Josh enjoys snowboarding and travelling anywhere cold.

Contact:

joint-relations@arnold-air.org

(317) 409-0116

The Honorable Matthew P. Donovan enlisted in the Air Force in 1977. In 1981, he received a Bachelor’s degree in technical management from Regis University, Denver, Colorado, and received his commission in January 1982 through Officer Training School. He retired from active duty as a colonel in 2008 before transitioning later to government civil service.

After retiring, Mr. Donovan became a senior defense policy analyst in the defense industry. Upon moving to government civil service, he held positions as Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Plans and Programs, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, as well as professional staff member for the Senate Armed Services Committee. As a professional staff member, he managed all things related to Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps fixed-wing aircraft, tactical aviation programs, research and development, and aircraft procurement. Before serving as Under Secretary of the Air Force, Mr. Donovan served as Majority Policy Director for the Senate Armed Services Committee.

Mr. Donovan is currently responsible for the overall affairs of the Department of the Air Force; organizing, training, equipping, and providing for the welfare of all 685,000 active duty, Guard, Reserve, and civilian Airmen and their families worldwide. He directs strategy and policy development, as well as weapons acquisition and technology investment in addition to overseeing the Air Force’s annual budget of over $190 billion. Mr. Donovan is responsible for implementing the decisions of the President and Congress and fulfilling Combatant Commander’s requirements.

We are extremely pleased to welcome The Honorable Matthew P. Donovan to NATCON 2019 as the AFA Luncheon Keynote Speaker.

General James M. Holmes entered the Air Force via Officer Training School in 1981 after receiving a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Tennessee.

General Holmes is currently the Commander of Air Combat Command at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia. He is responsible for the organization, training, equipping, and maintaining of over 1,100 aircraft at more than 315 locations worldwide. The command also employs 158,000 military and civilian personnel, with the purpose of ensuring that air, space, cyberspace, and intelligence forces remain combat-ready.

Before his current command, General Holmes served as the Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Plans and Requirements, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Arlington, Virginia. General Holmes has also served in the Office of the Secretary of Defense and in the headquarters staffs of the U.S. Air Force, U.S. European Command, and Pacific Air Forces.

General Holmes is also a command pilot with more than 4,000 flight-hours of experience in several aircraft, including more than 530 combat hours in the F-15.

We are extremely honored to welcome General James M. Holmes to NATCON 2019 as the USAA Military Banquet Keynote Speaker.

Christopher is a fourth year student at Clarkson University, studying Aeronautical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics. He was born and raised in Saratoga Spring, New York but he currently lives in Potsdam, New York where he attends school. He loves hiking, kayaking, skydiving, and socializing. Christopher joined ROTC as a freshman with the hopes to continue the family tradition of being a pilot in the Air Force. As an active member, he was the Fall 2017 Director of Training and a Squadron Commander for the General Elwood R. Quesada Squadron. Christopher hopes to grow in the position of NCOP XO on extended national staff and make his senior year, his best one yet.

April was born in Princeton, New Jersey and is currently a senior at Rutgers University where she studies Mechanical Engineering.  Because of this, her Cadre and fellow cadets refer to her as a “nerd” and she fully embraces it.   She is one of the biggest Disney lovers you will ever meet, and enjoys spending her free time seeking out local, one-of-a-kind coffee shops.  As a Jersey Girl, she spends the majority of her summers going to shore and would not have it any other way.  April loved spending the past year as the Area II Commander and cannot wait to take on this year as a part of the National Extended Staff!

I am originally from Campbell, California, but am currently attending Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona.  I am a member of the Silver Wings extended staff, as well as being a junior, double majoring in Political Science and Criminology and Criminal Justice, and double minoring in Intelligence Studies and Aerospace Studies. I am a POC in Air Force ROTC in Detachment 027 and hope to receive an assignment with an Intelligence AFSC. I am also a member of the Pi Beta Phi Women’s Fraternity.  In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends, working out, and volunteering. I am extremely excited for this year and am looking forward to all of the opportunities for growth.

Raised in the small, humble town of Clover, SC, John Dickey is the oldest of four siblings.  Growing up, he caught an early interest in soccer and long distance running, the latter becoming his favorite hobby throughout high school and into college.  Aside from being the National Business Chairman, John is also the incumbent WGF Squadron Commander.  He has previously served as National Parliamentarian, Area III Parliamentarian, Area-Region III Webmaster, WGF Squadron Public Affairs Officer, and WGF Squadron Webmaster, all of which was during his sophomore year.  Majoring in public health, John aspires to commission into the Air Force in May of 2020 as an intelligence officer, public affairs officer, acquisitions officer, or logistics readiness officer.  He looks up to his late grandfather, Capt Robert K. Dickey, as his main source of inspiration, in addition to all others who have provided service, both past and present, in our nation’s defense.  In his free time John enjoys running, hiking, playing card games (especially Uno), and watching comedy shows/movies.

I am excited for the opportunity to be the Silver Wings, National Sustainability Officer for 2018-2019. I am from Highlands Ranch, Colorado. I am currently a senior attending Colorado State University (Go Rams!). When I am not busy with ROTC, I am studying Political Science and International Development. I am passionate about increasing access to education in the developing world. I spend a lot of time outdoors, traveling, reading, and I’ll never turn down a corny joke.

I was born in Houston, Texas, but raised in Prescott, Arizona. I am currently a junior at Embry-Riddle working towards a dual degree in both Global Security and Intelligence & Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination. I worked part-time for a local attorney throughout most of my time in college. I am a proud member of Delta Phi Epsilon and the Big Brothers Big Sisters program in addition to Silver Wings. In my free time, I love hiking, reading, gardening, cooking, and spending time with my friends and cat!

I am nearing the end of my freshman year at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, AZ where I am studying Aeronautical Engineering. I grew up in the small town of Meredith, New Hampshire which gave me a sincere appreciation for the outdoors and all the activities associated. I grew up with a passion for aviation and earned my private pilot’s license shortly after my seventeenth birthday. This passion for flying is what brought me to ROTC Detachment 028 and Embry-Riddle. I hope to one day become a pilot in the United States Air Force. In my free time I enjoy flying, mountain biking, golf, and most of all playing hockey.

I’m excited to be returning to NATStaff for a second year! I am currently pursuing an MS in Security & Intelligence at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. I received my BA in Political Science from George Washington University with concentrations in International Politics and Security Policy and minors in International Affairs, Geography and History. I currently contract for the Marine Corps, and I have previously worked at the National Defense University, on Capitol Hill, and at the National Zoo as an Elephant keeper (best job ever!).

Last year I was the National Development Officer, the Region II President, and the Chapter President for the First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt Capital Chapter, which I founded the year prior. I have spent the past 3 years in D.C. and I absolutely loved it. Texas will always be my home, and flip-flops, followed by cowgirl boots will be my go-to footwear. I’m excited to explore Arizona and continue to serve the Silver Wings and Air Force community.

I am a junior at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Prescott, studying Aerospace Engineering (Civilian). I am originally from Flagstaff, AZ. I graduated as a Junior from high school. In my free time, if I am not at the gym, I am somewhere outside, riding my mountain bike, horseback riding, skateboarding, or playing sports, usually rugby, soccer, or football. I also love to cook and bake. I enjoy singing and listening to all types of music. On the weekends, I love to load up my truck with toys and camping gear, and spend the weekend getting lost! During football season, I limit my wardrobe to Denver Broncos gear, at least three days out of the week. I look forward to getting to know every one of you, and for the opportunity to grow and share the blessings that Silver Wings has provided me.

I am a Junior at Northern Arizona University studying Strategic Communication. I grew up in a military family, so I am ‘from’ all over the country. I graduated high school in Colorado Springs, CO. I am currently a cadet in Air Force ROTC. Some things to know about me are that I love traveling, seeing new cities, states, and countries, I am always on the go, and I need caffeine to function in my day to day life.

I am very excited to be a part of the team that can lead Silver Wings in the coming year! I grew up in a military family and graduated high school in Tucson, Arizona. Wanting to branch out and explore new horizons, I attended Northern Arizona University, where I currently study Criminology and Criminal Justice, with minors in Aerospace Studies and Intelligence Studies. I enrolled in Air Force ROTC and joined Arnold Air Society, but did not attend field training. I worked towards goals in the civilian sector and completed several internships working alongside judges in both Pima and Coconino Counties. I joined Silver Wings after leaving ROTC, and have loved it ever since.

Ms. Thompson has over 50 years experience in the aerospace and aerospace education community including key management responsibilities on major Intelligence programs, business development and customer relations, National leadership in aerospace industry and professional organizations and also in the field of aerospace education.  Most recently she was President of Thompson Consultants, LLC focused on supporting client development of customer relations and new business with the Air Force and other DoD agencies.

In 2003 Ms. Thompson retired from a 20 year career with TRW Inc. (Northrop Grumman Mission Systems) with a broad spectrum of technical and management experience. Ms. Thompson’s business development focus was in the areas of Air Force Command and Control systems programs including Air and Space Weather, Electro Optical Deep Space Surveillance, Tactical C2 systems, Command Centers, and Early Warning Radar systems. She served as a principal interface to the USAF for TRW.  She retired as the Manager for Air Force Programs, Northrop Grumman Missions Systems Washington Operations.

Ms. Thompson  held key management positions on TRW contracts with the FAA first as the Manager for Training, Logistics, and Maintenance on the FAA Enroute Voice Switching and Communications System (VSCS), and then as Manager, National Air Space System (NAS) Configuration Management. Prior to those positions, she managed the TRW Systems Division Technical Support Services Department, represented TRW to the NSIA Computer Aided Acquisition and Life Cycle Support (CALS) Industry Steering Group where she chaired CALS EXPO INTERNATIONAL 1992, co-chaired the Software Products Committee, and co-authored the DoD baseline document for conversion of DoD Software Standards to CALS compliance. Ms. Thompson also served as the TRW Systems Division Coordinator and Facilitator for the Managing for Productivity program.

Prior to joining TRW in 1983, Ms. Thompson enjoyed a successful 20 year career in Education serving as a classroom teacher, school administrator, and museum educator. She served as the Director of Curricular Programs at the National Air and Space Museum (NASM), Smithsonian Institution. Her publications, all focusing on Aerospace Education, include 6 major curriculum guides for the Smithsonian, conceptualization and development of the original NASM interactive classroom and teachers’ resource center, and numerous educational works for the FAA, Civil Air Patrol, and NASA. She was an active classroom teacher and administrator in Spain, Nebraska, and Alabama schools instituting aerospace programs in each. Ms. Thompson has conducted numerous aerospace education workshops and has been a leading advocate of aerospace education since 1960. She founded the first university level Aerospace Education Instructional Materials Center at the University of Nebraska and has participated in a leadership role in the National Congress on Aviation and Space Education (NCASE) since its inception over 39 years ago. She was an active member of Civil Air Patrol for many years serving in several CAP Wing positions and developing four CAP children’s activity books and leading development of “Falcon Force”, a middle school interactive learning kit used by schools nationwide.

Ms. Thompson served for ten years as a Trustee of the Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) and recently retired after serving three years as the AEF President., with oversight responsibilities of its budget of $4 Million and oversight and management of all Foundation Programs. After 16 years on the Board of Directors of the Air Force Association, she now serves as a National Director Emeritus, an advisor to its Aerospace Education Council and on the Senior Leaders Advisory Committee (SLAG). While serving as the National Secretary of the Air Force Association (AFA), Ms. Thompson traveled extensively to Air Force installations and AFA field units, regularly interfaced with executive levels of the Air Force and DoD concerning AFA National Policy, and played a key role in the 1997 Golden Anniversary of the Air Force celebration. She has also served as AFA Chapter and State President, National Vice President, and chaired numerous national committees. Ms. Thompson held the offices of President of the Aerospace and Transportation Education Association and The National Coalition for Aviation Education (NCAE) and is the immediate Past Chairman of the Board of NCAE where she led program expansion.

Ms. Thompson began her aerospace career with leadership roles in Angel Flight (Silver Wings predecessor) at Penn State University in 1957. She served as on the first National Staff as the ASO and subsequently as the Area Commander. Among her contributions on the National Staff were the development of the first SOP and the insignia Wings and Service key…both of which remain in active use today. She also formed the original Angel Flight at the University of Nebraska in 1963 serving as its first campus advisor. And, she served on the first National Advisory Committee (1960-1965). She currently serves as a Trustee on the Arnold Air Society/Silver Wings Board.

She has been recognized for her contributions to aerospace education and industry and her awards include: Air Force Association National Member of the Year (2000), named an H. H. Arnold Fellow of the AFA (2008), the AFA Distinguished Sustained Aerospace Education Award (2009); TRW Woman of Achievement (1993), Silver Wings National Honorary President (1997), and induction to the Civil Air Patrol “Crown Circle (1997). She currently serves as Treasurer of the Board of Trustees of the Thornton W. Burgess Society, Sandwich, MA.

Education:  Ms. Thompson holds a B.S. from the Pennsylvania State University; an M. ED degree from the University of Nebraska; and the ED.S advanced graduate degree from Troy State University. She has two children and four grandchildren.

Noel Zamot
Revitalization Coordinator
Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico

Noel Zamot is the Revitalization Coordinator for the Financial Oversight and Management Board (FOMB) for Puerto Rico. He is responsible for bringing private capital to revitalize Puerto Rico’s critical infrastructure, setting the conditions for economic growth. He launched the Critical Projects Process under Title V of the PR Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) to evaluate and fast-track projects to address the island’s critical infrastructure emergency. Mr. Zamot built and led a team performing financial, permitting and technical due diligence for over $8B of infrastructure projects for designation across the energy, transportation, housing and other sectors. He was nominated by the FOMB to be the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) Chief Transformation Officer (CTO), and subsequently provided oversight for the development of the strategic transformation plan for the Authority in his role as Revitalization Coordinator. This transformational vision was later codified into an historic fiscal plan, which set the conditions for the ongoing transformation and sale of the utility.

Prior to his appointment to the FOMB, Mr. Zamot was an entrepreneur and executive in the aerospace industry. He was the founding partner of Corvus Analytics LLC, a firm that helps businesses manage cyber risk and design cyber resilient systems. Corvus led teams that created an innovation accelerator for unmanned systems for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; developed and taught methods to evaluate military systems against cyber threats for the US Air Force; and supported Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) projects in autonomy and robotics. As an executive in the aerospace industry he managed profit/loss operations valued at $230M for a major defense contractor, providing complex technical solutions to customers in the Federal Government. He has developed and implemented strategies for revenue growth and market segmentation, crafted a strategic roadmap for firm-wide contract transition, and led his teams to win back-to-back business performance awards. He has led consulting engagements for federal and state agencies, aerospace firms, nonprofits and NGOs.

Before entering private industry, Mr. Zamot served as a colonel in the U.S. Air Force. He finished his active duty career as commander of the USAF’s elite Test Pilot School at Edwards Air Force Base in California. In that role he crafted the service’s initial framework for testing military systems in contested cyberspace, and developed the first formal curriculum for test pilots to evaluate military drones and related systems. During his career he served as a Senior National Representative in NATO, led a team to win a $1M prize for installation-wide energy savings, led teams responding to cybersecurity attacks and developed operational plans for counter-space and stealth operations. He managed funding and execution of construction projects for disaster recovery efforts, leading his teams to Air Force-wide recognition. He has logged over 1900 flight hours in over 30 different types of aircraft, including over 100 hours of combat.

Mr. Zamot earned engineering degrees from MIT (S.B.) and the University of Michigan (M.S.), and an MBA from MIT’s Sloan School of Management. He has also earned a Professional Management degree from ESAN in Lima, Peru, and a Master of Arts in National Security Strategy from the National Defense University in Washington, D.C. He previously served on the Board of Directors of the International Test and Evaluation Association (ITEA). He is a sailplane pilot, an avid triathlete, and speaks frequently on the energy sector and investment in Puerto Rico.

//Signed DPW//12 January 2018//

ACTION MEMORANDUM FOR ALL SILVER WINGS PRESIDENTS: FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION TO ALL SILVER WINGS CIVILIANS

SUBJECT: SILVER WINGS CIVILIAN EXPENSES PAID ONE WEEK FELLOWSHIP WITH AIR UNIVERSITY DURING THE SUMMER OF 2018 FOR SOPHOMORES THROUGH FIFTH YEAR STUDENTS

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

1.  The AAS/SW Executive Management Center is accepting nominations for as many as two summer 2017 Civilian Fellowships at Air University (Maxwell Air Force Base) in Montgomery Alabama.  Candidates will be competitively selected by the Executive Directors and placed with the concurrence of Air University.  This memorandum shall be forwarded to all Chapters with instructions for Presidents to forward to all eligible candidates.

2.  Successful candidates will be flown or otherwise have travel expenses paid by the EMC to and from Montgomery.  Lodging and a $20.00 per day food stipend will be provided through the generous donation of the Air University Foundation.  Any additional personal costs will be the responsibility of the student.  This Fellowship will last for one week and will take place during the spring, summer, or fall of 2017.  Exact timing is flexible and will be coordinated between the successful applicant(s) and Air University with the assistance of the EMC.  The objective will be to maximize the student’s professional development while accounting for summer work schedules or other student commitments. NOTE: WE ARE STILL PENDING NEW AIR UNIVERSITY COMMANDER APPROVAL BUT ANTICIPATE NO ISSUES.

3.  THESE FELLOWSHIPS DO NOT REQUIRE A SECURITY CLEARANCE.  Access to Maxwell Air Force Base will be handled by Air University.

4.  These fellowships will involve interaction with senior Air Force leadership.  They require impeccable dress and professionalism.  These fellowships were approved by the AU Commander and coordinated through his Commander’s Action Group and The Air University Foundation.

5.  A successful candidate placed in these fellowships will be exposed to a variety of experiences associated with the Air University mission.  Air University offers an exceptional blend of leadership and professional development programs that may be leveraged.  Opportunities may include but are not limited to:

• Engagement with Air War College, Air Command and Staff College and Squadron Officer College, including attendance at seminars and speeches from military and civilian leaders and educators
• Visits to The Center for Doctrine, Development and Education for lectures and other educational opportunities available during the dates of the Fellowship
• Visits to The Air Force Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Academy and other Enlisted Airmen programs
• Senior Officer “Shadow” opportunities including with the Commander of Air University, the various colleges, and the Holm Center Commander.  These senior officers often engage with the most senior levels of the Air Force and Department of Defense depending on events taking place within Air University
• A variety of other special events as they become available during the Fellowship

6.  The AAS Executive Directors (EDs) may provide additional information to interested candidates.  In addition, Ms Taylor Fowler, our 2016 Fellowship recipient may provide information at: taytay_rae@aol.com or our 2017 recipients Ms Kamaria at horacekamariah@uga.edu or Ms Kennedy Quinn at kmq2407@rit.edu may also be able to help.

7.  SELECTION PROCESS
Successful candidates will be selected by the EDs following a phone interview and/or discussion with the applicable Detachment Commander and/or reference provided by the candidate.  An additional phone interview with a member of Air University may be required.  The following will be used to further evaluate individuals:

• MANDATORY: Availability during the spring/summer/fall of 2018 for a two week period
• MANDATORY: A sophomore, junior, senior, or fifth year student
• MANDATORY: Eligible civilian member of Silver Wings with dues paid in full when the application is submitted (Associates in training are eligible provided dues are paid)
• DESIRED: Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher in any field of study

Candidates will self nominate by sending the following information to: mgmt.center@arnold-air.org NOT LATER THAN 10 March 2018 at midnight Pacific Time.  Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.  Students will also be asked to provide photos of activities to aid in advertising future Fellowships.

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS PART OF AN E-MAIL AND NOT AS AN ATTACHMENT.  THE ONLY ATTACHMENT PERMITTED IS THE UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT.

• NAME, ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS
• NAME OF COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY, FIELD(S) OF STUDY AND GPA
• NAME OF CHAPTER AND LEADERSHIP POSITIONS HELD, IF ANY
• NAME, RANK, PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS OF AFFILIATED DETACHMENT COMMANDER
• NAME, TITLE, PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS OF ONE REFERENCE WHO MAY VOUCH FOR ACADEMIC RECORD AND PERSONAL RELIABILITY
• A STATEMENT PROVIDING PROBABLE DATES OF AVAILABILITY DURING THE SPRING/SUMMER/FALL PERIOD (SPECIFICS WILL BE WORKED OUT WITH AIR UNIVERSITY WHEN SELECTED)
• A COPY OF AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT ATTACHED TO THE NOMINATING E-MAIL (THIS IS THE ONLY ATTACHMENT PERMITTED)
• A 200 WORD OR LESS SUMMARY DESCRIBING WHY THE CANDIDATE WOULD LIKE TO SELECTED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY

8.  This is a highly prestigious internship; candidates will carry the reputation of Silver Wings forward with with Air University.  Competitive selection will enhance student understanding of the mission of the United States Air Force and will also provide a unique discriminator for resumes used for future employment.  All highly motivated eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

Signed//DPW//25 Jan 2018

ACTION MEMORANDUM FOR ALL AAS/SW AREA AND REGION COMMANDERS AND PRESIDENTS: FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION TO ALL MEMBERS

SUBJECT: (SUSP 10 Mar 18) INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY WITH THE ARNOLD AIR SOCIETY AND SILVER WINGS EDUCATIONAL FUND BOARD OF TRUSTEES

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

1. The AAS/SW Executive Management Center is accepting immediate nominations for a summer 2018 internship that allows a student to gain valuable experience working with our non-profit 501c3 Board of Directors and Chairwoman (The Arnold Air Society, Silver Wings and Angel Flight Educational Fund (ASEF)). Work may be accomplished from home anywhere in the United States during the spring/summer/fall of 2018.

Participation in this program will not interfere with summer employment. Candidates should be willing to contribute up to four hours per week. Students selected for this internship will receive an ASEF scholarship covering the registration costs for the 2019 National Conclave. There will be no other compensation; however, the ASEF Board and the Executive Directors would recognize exceptional work with letters of recommendation for future employment and endorse resumes for a student selected for this position.

2. Candidates must be available in the spring/summer/fall for a minimum of three months with actual internship timing negotiable with ASEF.  This program is open to Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors including those graduating this year, in all academic majors.

3. This internship requires superior communicative skills.  Tasks may include but are not limited to the following:

• Annual Report Creation
• Fund Raising Collateral design and creation
• Fund Raising Email drafts
• Fund Raising email collateral for mail outs and actually preparing the mail merge
• Assisting Controller and Foundation Program Director with annual state registration/renewal paperwork, Kroger or other corporate program paperwork
• Creating a database of potential donors from the AAS/SW Archives
• Working with AAS/SW chapters and squadrons to update addresses of potential donors
• Creation of a database to maintain donor information and potential donor information
• Assisting in financial reporting
• Development/Maintenance of webpages and periphery online services
• Expanding social media presence

4. SELECTION PROCESS

The EDs may or may not forward all nomination packages based on the submission and following a phone interview and discussion with the applicable Detachment Commander and/or reference provided by the candidate.

The following will be used to further evaluate individuals:

MANDATORY: Availability during the spring/summer/fall of 2016 for a minimum of three months

MANDATORY: Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

MANDATORY: Sophomore, Junior or Senior

Candidates will self nominate by sending the following information in an e-mail to mgmt.center@arnold-air.org NOT LATER THAN 15 MARCH 2017 at midnight Pacific Time. The only attachment permitted is the unofficial transcript. All other information should be in the e-mail body. Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.

• NAME, ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS
• NAME OF COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY, FIELD(S) OF STUDY AND GPA
• NAME OF SQUADRON OR CHAPTER AND LEADERSHIP POSITIONS HELD, IF ANY
• NAME, RANK, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF AFFILIATED DETACHMENT COMMANDER
• NAME, TITLE, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF ONE REFERENCE WHO MAY VOUCH FOR ACADEMIC RECORD AND PERSONAL RELIABILITY
• A STATEMENT PROVIDING THE DATES OF AVAILABILITY DURING THE SPRING/SUMMER/FALL PERIOD (SPECIFICS WILL BE WORKED OUT WHEN SELECTED)
• A COPY OF AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT ATTACHED TO THE NOMINATING E-MAIL
• A 300 WORD OR LESS SUMMARY DESCRIBING WHY THE CANDIDATE WOULD LIKE TO BE SELECTED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY

5. This is a highly prestigious internship; candidates will carry the reputation of AAS/SW forward with the ASEF, a critical strategic partner. All highly motivated eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

//SIGNED//DPW//25 JAN 2018//