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The Word From DET 630
18 Feb 2010
Volume 1, Number 1 “Developing Quality Leaders For The Air Force” Integrity ~ Service ~ Excellence
Welcome to the DET 630 Family On behalf of the cadet cadre of DET 630 at Kent State University we welcome you to our family. University of Akron Baldwin Wallace College
“The Word” is our newsletter to the friends of the DET family, alumni and donors.
This newsletter was created to inform and update you on the many AFROTC events and processes that are taking place this semester. The mission of AFROTC is to develop “Quality Leaders for the Air Force.”
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We thank you for supporting the cadets of detachment 630 in their desire to serve their nation! We are looking forward to a great spring semester.
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DET 630 has and will continue to produce outstanding officers for the Air Force.
A Message from the Commander It is a privilege to be writing to you and to make you aware of the many great things the cadets of Det 630 are doing daily in the Air Force ROTC program. Their desire to serve their county is not a calling all college students answer. It requires a commitment of time and sacrifice—and they have risen to that challenge. The Air Force core values: Integrity First; Service Before Self; and Excellence in All We Do are the cornerstones which help guide and shape our actions. The cadets have responded with a remarkable semester. We’ve committed ourselves to community service, academic excellence, and high physical and moral standards. My staff and I have the pleasure of seeing them excel on a daily basis. You should be justifiably proud of their accomplishments. I hope you’ll learn more about our program on the following pages!
Lt Col Lowell E. Bailey Professor of Aerospace Studies
Our Core Values Integrity First
Service Before Self
Excellence In All We Do
Integrity is essential. It is the inner voice, the source of self-control, the basis for the trust that is imperative in today's military. Doing the right thing when nobody is looking.
Military service is not just another job. It is an uncommon profession that calls for people of uncommon dedication. A leader unwilling to sacrifice individual goals for the good of the unit cannot convince other members to do so.
Our mission often involves the risk of human life and sometimes - national survival. The obligation to excel is a moral obligation for members of a professional military force.
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Lt Col “Skip” Bailey Lt Col Lowell “Skip” Bailey is the Commander and the Professor of Aerospace Studies at Det 630 AFROTC, Kent State University, Ohio. Lt Col Bailey received his commission through ROTC in 1990 from Indiana University. Prior to assuming his current position, he was the Assistant Chief of Standardization and Evaluation, 1st Airborne Command and Control Squadron, Offutt AFB, NE. Lt Col Bailey also has four deployments in support of Operations SOUTHERN WATCH, ALLIED FORCE, and ENDURING FREEDOM.
Major Ripple Major James E. Ripple is an Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies and the Commandant of Cadets at Detachment 630 AFROTC, Kent State University, Ohio. Major Ripple attended AFROTC at Kent State University and was commissioned in 1991. Prior to assuming his current position, he was the Chief of Wing Inspections, 23rd Wing, Moody AFB, GA. Major Ripple has also deployed eight times in support of and Operations SOUTHWEST ASIA, ALLIED FORCE, NOBLE ANVIL, KOSOVO AIR CAMPAIGN, ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM, Task Force Hawk, in addition to multiple other contingency taskings and mission essential deployments.
Captain Michael Frymier Captain Michael W. Frymier is an Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies at Det 630 AFROTC, Kent State University. Captain Frymier enlisted in the Air Force in 1991 and obtained his commission through ROTC in 2003. Prior to assuming his current position, he was the Chief of Maintenance Engineering, 65 Civil Engineer Squadron, Lajes Field Azores. Capt Frymier also has three deployments in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM.
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Captain Matthew Sanford
Captain Matthew D. Sanford is an Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies at Det 630 AFROTC, Kent State University, Ohio. Capt Sanford enlisted in the Air Force in 1993 and obtained his commission through ROTC in 2005 from the University of Akron. Prior to assuming his current position, he was the Business Operations Chief, Wideband Global SATCOM Group, Los Angeles AFB, CA. Capt Sanford also has two deployments in support of Operations SOUTHERN WATCH.
Technical Sergeant Cheryl Williams Technical Sergeant Cheryl A. Williams is the Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of Information Management at AFROTC Det 630, Kent State University. She enlisted in the Air Force in 1995. Prior to assuming her current position, she was the Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of Base Records Management, 2d Communications Squadron, Barksdale AFB Louisiana. Tech Sergeant Williams has one deployment in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM.
Technical Sergeant Melissa Bryant Technical Sergeant Melissa A. Bryant is the Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of Personnel at AFROTC Det 630, Kent State University. She enlisted in the Air Force in 1997. Prior to assuming her current position, she was the Assistant NonCommissioned Officer in Charge of Outbound Assignments, 4th Force Support Squadron, Seymour Johnson AFB, North Carolina.
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Mrs. Cynthia Smith Mrs. “Cindy” Smith began working in the Aerospace Studies Department in June 2009 and was “pied” in the face by September! Wow, you would have never thought to do this to Mrs. Fox…..
Major Paul McCroskey A retirement ceremony was held honoring Major Paul McCroskey on September 9, 2009. Major McCroskey reported to Kent State University as an Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies at Detachment 630 in July 2006. While assigned to Det 630, Major McCroskey served multiple roles as the Unit Admissions Officer, Commandant of Cadets, and Executive Officer.
Mrs. Mary Fox Mrs. Mary Fox retired in June 2009 after working more than twenty three years in the Aerospace Studies office at Kent State University. Mary is enjoying her retirement, is still actively running, and would enjoy hearing from “her” alumni. Her e-mail is: mfox@kent.edu.
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Joshua McNelley
My Name is Joshua McNelley and I am a senior in the Kent State AFROTC program preparing to commission into the Air Force this coming May. Since being in this program, I have not only studied what it takes to lead and manage, but I have also made friends to last a life time. I entered Kent State four years ago as a freshman unsure of what to expect. I soon found that through my classes, many of my classmates were in the AFROTC program, and had the same goals as me. We soon found ourselves hanging out more, studying together, and to this day we have accomplished our goals as becoming pilot selects for the Air Force. Without these close friendships, I wouldn't be where I am today in college or ROTC. My friends here have made the worst of times pass with ease, and have made the best of times the greatest of times. Going to class, and participating in the events of ROTC, as important as they are, seem minor to the friendships I have gained, and all of the things that my group of friends and I have accomplished. To this day, the cadet corps is run by the majority of that same group of friends, and together we are learning and understanding the lessons taught to us by professors, and our military cadre. I would have to say the best thing I could take out of college and this AFROTC program are not the lessons that I have been lectured or read out of a book, but rather the experience had by our collective group, as we have helped one another more than I think we can imagine. As I am preparing to close another chapter in my life and begin anew, the best thing I could possibly pass down to anyone looking to better themselves and others is to not be afraid to go out and try new things, meet new people, and most of all, surround yourself with those who believe in the same dreams you do. Do this, and succeeding and having the time of your life will be a daily occurrence.
The Kent local VFW post was again the site of our annual Fall Dining In. This year the flights competed in a number of physical challenges at the Kent State University gym annex including group sit-ups and shuttle runs. They then did their version of a “superman drill”, changing into ABUs and heading to the VFW building. There, a fantastic dinner prepared by Cadet Lindsey Snyder and a gourmet “punch” prepared by Keeper of the Grog McNelly awaited them. Pastor Tom Sawyer, a retired Air Force Major and former navigator gave an outstanding presentation on leadership and some insight into his own career and life.
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LLAB WEEK 4: Low Ropes Course
Early in the fall semester, the cadets headed to Kent State’s outdoor “Low Ropes” course. The cadets divided up into their flights and set out to complete a number of challenging obstacles which required a great deal of teamwork and leadership skills
LLAB WEEK 7: Warrior Day
On Warrior Day a competition was held between the cadets to accumulate points toward their Warrior Flight. The day consisted of different physical activities, and helped promote solidarity.
LLAB WEEK 9: Shooting Range
Once again, the cadet corps took their best aim at their targets this fall during Leadership Lab. Everyone took their turn at firing the M-16 rifle to see who could take home the bragging rights for hitting the bull’s-eye. Unfortunately, the cadets proved once again why the Air Force lets the Army carry guns!! Fortunately no one was hurt and only one light was damaged…not too bad!!
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Lt. Kevin G. Bryan Squadron Special Olympics Members of the 2nd Lt. Kevin G. Bryan Squadron participated in one of the most rewarding service projects our squadron has been a part of this past semester. They were given the opportunity to work with special needs children participating in the Special Olympics. During these events, members helped with the swimming and relays by running stop watches, helping the children get in and out of the pool safely, and handing out awards at the end.
Arnold Air Society Candidate Class
The Arnold Air Society Candidate Class undergoes a high speed 8 week training program that utilizes both classroom and field exercises; and included fundraisers and community service projects. Last semester a class of 14 cadets was initiated under the instruction of Cadet David Bown and commanded by C/Karanja. Together the class completed almost 500 hours of training, community service and social time. This semester also looks promising with a class of 11 beginning their candidate training program for the spring semester. This is an unusually big semester class, which should benefit the squadron greatly and push us over the edge from a medium size squadron to a large, furthering the goal of an area HQ being placed at Det 630. The candidate class has held its position elections and will be under the command of C/Henry and under the direction of C/Zitko and C/Brent. Our goals are to compete with the previous semesters 500 hours.
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We Make A Difference One Student At A Time
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We are on a mission to produce the most elite and skilled officers for the Air Force. Detachment 630 has produced hundreds of quality officers and will continue to do so with your continued support. We invite you to help us in any way that you can. The following is a list of ways that you can help us:
Monetary donations Coin donations Patch donations Volunteer to be a guest speaker Creative support ideas Attend community events with DET 630 YOUR MONETARY GENEROSITY MEANS SO MUCH TO US! $1000 $20 $50 $350 $100
General and Mrs. James P. McCarthy Lt Col and Mrs. Richard E. Benson Lt Col and Mrs. Daniel Crawford Major and Mrs. Scott S. Haddick Mrs. Diana L. Stewart
We are beginning to collect alumni unit patches and coins and would like to invite you to send us one of yours to add to our new collection.
Communication: csmit121@kent.edu
AFROTC DET 630 125 Terrace Drive 104 Terrace Hall Kent State University Kent, OH 44242
All information, alumni news, and pledges for donations can be e-mailed to the attention of Mrs. Smith at the address above. If you would like to add or delete someone to our distribution list please e-mail us at the address above.
PHONE: (330) 672-2182 FAX: (330) 672-2189 E-MAIL: DET630@KENT.EDU “Friend� us on Facebook: AFROTC DET 630
Look for our next issue in June 2010 featuring: Dining Out Commissioning cadets News on our coin and patch collections Alumni news