2003 Missouri Military Academy Taps Yearbook

Missouri Military Academy

For 114 years, Missouri Military Academy has been shaping the leaders of America’s armed forces, industries and academic in­ stitutions. At left, Cpt. Mark Stephenson, whose image graces the cover of this edi­ tion of Taps. Below, Stribling Hall, named for former Academy President Col. Charles R. Stribling, Jr.

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Opening Week The cadets of MMA’s 114th Corps of Ca­ dets began arriving on campus in late August for leader­ ship training and the football, soccer and cross-country varsity camps. With classes set to begin Septem­ ber 6, the tasks of acclimating new cadets and gearing up for the 2002-2003 school year were foremost in the minds of the new stu­ dent leadership un­ der Battalion Com­ mander Leonard Stephens of St. Louis, Mo.

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V• Leonard Stephens (left) is sworn in as the 2002-2003 battalion commander during the Honor Code Ceremony. Afterwards he swears in the Battalion Staff (above).

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J u n i o r | Schooler i A lex Cheng (right) as­ sists new cadet Em i I i o Vargas in carrying his things back to his room.

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New boy Albert Kuo makes his first stop in rhe registra­ tion pro­ cess.

Sometimes it's trial and error when Maj. Harry Flynn sizes new boys like William Honiker for garrison jackets.

\| MMA barber llj Mr. Mark Clark IV puts the finishing touches on ■ Nick Wegman.

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David Paul lays down the law for the benefit of his new Della Com­ pany recruits.

Col. Ronald Kelly welcomes the Corps of Ca­ dets to the 114th school term at MMA.

o Godoy and his family their way up the steps to ing Hall for registration.

9 New football coach Cpt. Bob Herrick gives pointers to a lineman during sum­ mer varsity camp.

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L r i s Green well pushes it to the limit in the sack race at the Open­ ing Week Picnic.

Matthew Reposa pre­ pares to give Jeremiah Popp and Taylor Volz a bath in the Welcome Back Picnic dunk-tank.

Charlie Com­ pany goes for rhe gold in the hu­ man pyramid contest.

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New in 2003 Tyler Newbold (left) was the first cadet to descend from the top of the Academy's new $60,000 rappelling tower. Below, Arturo Ramirez makes his descent.

Many new amenities were added to the Stu­ dent Center this year. Cadet Alex Stirlin is pictured in front of the brand new Ice cream machine

* Carlos Davila and Roberto Romano stand jjj in front of the new $3.2 mil­ lion Junior School “B" Barracks.

For the first time in several years the Academy was able to offer the Otto Ferguson Flight Fund to cadets. Pictured are pilots-in-training Peter Dolan and Leonard Stephens with in­ structor Howard Wehrman.

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Senior Ring Ceremony The Senior Ring Cer­ emony, in which 12th grade cadets receive their class rings on MMA’s front campus, is always symbolic of transition as a class prepares for its final year at the Academy.

However, never has that been more true than with this year’s ceremony, held Sep­ tember 11, 2002. The morning featured a memorial service on the one-year anniver­ sary of the World Trade Center attacks.

That afternoon, as the nation went about the business of moving on, so too did the senior class of 2003.

Victor Gonzalez. Aaron Zaragoza and Juan Capistran show off their senior pride.

Col. Charles Stribling, III. '44. was on hand for the special occasion.

Tyler Newbold can't hold back a smile while receiving his ring.

Seniors gather for an impromptu photo following the ceremony.

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Homecoming Alumni from 50 years of the Academy’s his­ tory gathered on the MMA campus in Sep­ tember to relive good times and renew old friendships. Former cadets were treated to a pep rally for the weekend’s soccer game, the dedication of the new “B” Bar­ racks, an awards con­ vocation and a dinner/dance among other activities.

The Class of 1952 celebrated its golden anniversary reunion at the 2002 Homecoming Weekend, held Sept. 26-28.

For its 10-year reunion, the Class of 1992 came out in force, winning the Class of 1955 Award for the largest returning class.

Bradley Johns, ‘74, and Lee Cotrell. ‘87, show off some fancy stickwork with the drum and bugle corps.

Dr. Stan Zydlo, '52, coach Rex Rodenbaugh and Leslie Broad, '52. accepted the induction of the undefeated boxing team of 1950 into the Athletic Hall of Fame.

For his generosity and leadership. Richard A. White, ‘47, was honored with a special plaque during the Homecoming Awards Convocation.

Alums line up for the Alumni Drill­ down, which was won by US Army Cpt. Chad Rudkin.

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James Kntgge, 57, takes the field for the Alumni Drilldown in a very different kind of uniform.

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J Col. Ronald Kelly and Alumni Association President Carl Ade, ‘52, troop the line during the Homecoming Review.

Chris Horton with JeffSchweickert. '92. and BMI John Tredway. '87, in the Sweepstakes Drilldown.

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Cadets and alurns cheered on the football and soccer Colonels at the Friday night pep rally.

Charlie Company Commander Vic­ tor Gonzalez leads his company to victory in the Homecoming bar­ racks decoration contest.

Jon Winger, 58, pays respect to the flag during his first battalion review as Alumni Association president.

A number ofalumni go on to send their own sons to the MMA. Pic­ tured are James Arce. Jr. with James Arce, Sr.. '83: Brian Nedblake with Parents-Alumni Committee Chairman Jeffrey Nedblake, ’77: Matthew Marass with William Marass, '71: Lee Harrod with Laurence Harrod.

'74; and Kyle Yoest with Chris­ topher Yoest. '77.

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Dad’s Weekend EF Dad’s Weekend, held in late October, is the first opportu­ nity many parents have to see their sons since the first day of school. MM A marks the occasion with the first formal ball of the year, as well as a football game, com­ petitive drill-down and picnic luncheon on the front campus.

Battalion Commander Leonard Stephens welcomes his family to Dad's Weekend.

Michael and Susan Bozarth meet with Cpt. Ken Barnes to discuss their son John’s science grades during par­ ent-teacher conferences.

1st Sgt. Randy Jacobson eliminates Devon Barker during the Dad's Day Ca­ det Drill-down.

Col. Kelly and ParentsAlumni Development Committee Chairman Christopher Yoest, ‘77, lead the fathers in I trooping the line durL| ing the Dads Day Review.

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Ruben Zayas, with mother Carolina Bejarano, (left) accepts the plaque for winning the New Boy Drill-down. Above, Dane Wiesman edges out Mario Moreno for the old boy plaque.

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William Honiker and his father Dan share a laugh...sort of.

Clayton Whittle loads up during the Dad's Day picnic luncheon the front campus lawn.

Luis Aldrete and Enrique Anda have entirely too much fun manning the drink station during the picnic.

Sean Crawford with his father Larry and his mother Vicky.

'ejandro Hernandez shares a private moment with his irents, Jaime and Maria during the Dad's Day Ball.

Andrew Kline bids a fond farewell to his parents as they leave for home.

t-Kemper cadets Travis Weaver id Josh Meyer got a chance to itch up with former Kemper >aches 1st Sgt. CIV Slone and ike Franksis before game time.

Oscar Nuza with his mother Esperanza.

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Holidays The period between Thanksgiving and the start of Christmas va­ cation is always a whirlwind of activity for cadets. Whether working for the LET III fund-raising drive, preparing for bar­ racks Christmas par­ ties or performing during the annual Evensong service, every cadet is bustling right up until the bus leaves for furlough.

The Audrain County Help Center accepts a donation of more than $1,600from the LET 111 class, led by juniors Edehniro Martinez and Tony Serna. The money, produced by raffle ticket sales and change collections at local stores, went to help needy families in the

3 The MMA Cadet Chorus performed Christmas carols for the King’s Daughters home in Mexico during the holiday season.

Santa Claus gets the respect he deserves from cadets during the Christmas buffet.

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Children from the Missouri School for the Deaf got a special visit from Santa during the barracks Christ­ mas parties.

Santa seems a little uncomfort­ able with Tyler Newbold's enthu­ siasm for the holi­ day season.

harlie 1st shows its Christmas spirit!

Zack Bush, along with Peter Dolan, serves as readers for the Academy’s annual Evensong service. Jeremiah Popp practiced as the alternate.

j Vince Duncil tries hard to think of what he wants for Christmas.

rancisco Inigo wins big at the LET III oliday raffle, held to raise funds for the udrain County Help Center.

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Formal Balls There are four formal balls spread through­ out the year: Dads Day, Valentines Day, the Tulip Ball and the Final Ball. At each, cadets have a chance to experience first hand one of the most important benefits of wearing a uniform: its effect on the ladies.

Brian Nedblake and date Cara Long cool their heels before hitting the dance floor again.

Scott Cable and Angela Sightt

Oleksiy Lachev prepares to brave the receiv­ ing line with date Casey Spinx.

Matt Graves and Micah Hodge

Becca Woodward buries her face in Dane Wiesman's chest at the Dad's Day Ball.

Col. and Mrs. Kelly take their turn through the Arch of Sabers during the Grand March.

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Luis Moreno, Shuhei Fuchigaini, Cedrick Mier and Anto­ nio Gonzalez make sure no one steals the folding chairs.

The 2003 Valentines Ball Court -- Heather Horne, Paul Long. Alyse Barker, Luis Gonzalez. Edelmiro Martinez. Valentines Ball Queen Candace Eubanks, Miss Missouri Shandi Finnessey. Casey Spears, Sanders Roth, Keisey Steel and Jaime Obando.

Junior Class President Edelmiro Martinez escorted Shandi Finnessey, 2002's Miss Missouri, during the Valentines Ball.

At left. Delta Company Commander Mark Stephenson, with his mother Sandra, prepares to lead the Grand March. Below, Luke Cooper dances cheek to cheek with Tiffany Richards.

Because you can t spell "Fearless" without E-A-R-L.

Hector De La Pena and Sara Turnage don't quite see eye to eye.

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Academics Being a teacher at Missouri Military Academy involves far more than lesson plans and lab assign­ ments. In addition to maintaining the school’s reputation as a top-flight academic institution, teachers are called on to act as counselors and even surrogate parents for their students. For that reason, the class­ room dynamic at MMA is unique, and with an average class size of nine students, cadets receive unin­ terrupted attention from experienced, professional instruc­ tors.

Tom Wang shows off some of his math skills to n» o of his classmates.

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Juan Capistran celebrates an A in Cpt. Reynard's accounting class.

Josh Grassl receives some extra help from art instructor Lt. Lagemann

Luis Alejandre inflates his home­ made balloon with the help of Pe­ ter Dolan in Cpt. Barnes' physics class.

Bailiff Dany De la Puente swears in Jeremiah Popp during the Business Law Mock Trial. Andy Bushnell stands pre­ pared for initial questioning.

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Stephenson and Chris McDannel spend some time reading during their day.

Francisco Inigo and Salvador Hernandez don't get it, but Lt. Ray’s willing to explain it again.

As the first cadet pilot to fly solo in flight training, Kyle Yoest has the back of his shirt cut off by Lt. Col. Gillette and Lt. Col. Medley. This Air Force tradition was followed by the presentation of a pair of pilots wings for Yoest to wear on his dress uniform.

ei Fuchigami receives some help from Lt. Syed.

Hector De La Pena and Jesse Clark dissect a worm dur­ ing Cpt. Pemberton’s biol­ ogy class.

Col. Medley awards Grant Smith with the academic fourragere for out­ standing academic effort.

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Barracks Life MMA’s schedule is challenging and al­ ways busy; but there are times when ca­ dets are allowed a little rest and relax­ ation. One of those times is after hours in the barracks. Bar­ racks life is an important part of the MMA experience.

Whether a company is preparing for FI or just having fun in the evenings after study hall, cadets are constantly in contact with each other. It is in the barracks that friendships and even brotherhoods are formed.

Zach Day warily eyes a potential pizza poacher in his room during free time.

Tyler Hollman shows off some of his skate­ boarding skills in his Echo Company room.

Peter Dolan closes up a set and waits for the imaginary crowd to begin chanting for an encore.

Some of these Mexican cadets are basking in the first snowfall they’ve ever seen.

Tyler Newbold doesn't know any other way to vent off stress.

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Carlos Walther, lead groupie for Mario Moreno's one-man string section.

or Volz shows lis Halloween ume made pletely from tape. omber Taylor Volz, a casual David Paul ' a confused Chris McDannel wait for the ter sports banquet to begin.

Andrew Cruzen, Julien Descamps, Kyle Yoest and Jesse Cruzen comprised 3 Xs and a Soldiers Bar. another cadet band, pic­ tured here with their road manager, Joey Ritchie.

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Spelling Bee While all cadets feel the heat of academic competition from time to time, nowhere does this become more ap­ parent than at the an­ nual spelling bees.

This year, Sam Dressier overthrew last year’s champion Taylor Volz, going on to win the individual spelling bee. Dressier also led Charlie Com­ pany to victory in the Company Spelling Bee.

The Corps of Cadets was excited the whole event and always cheered for their favorites.

Kasey Turnbull refuses to give up his time in the spotlight.

Andrew Harryman, Evan Spaulding, Arturo Fernandez and Jose Resendez wait for their turns during the spelling bee.

Sam Dressier spells his first word, beginning his path to winning the 2003 individual spelling bee.

Evan Spaulding. Kasey Turnbull, Sam Dressier and Chris McDannel were all in the lop five of the spelling bee. They are here with Cpt. Bruce Farabee and Lt. Col. Richard Ray. (above)

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Army Days Mark Stephenson makes his way down the side of the Academy's rappelling tower A rmy during Days.

With spring dawning and FI close at hand, what better time for cadets to get out back campus for a two-day military competition?

This year’s Army Days event featured rope bridge crossings, obstacle course runs, rappelling, target shooting and a threemile timed hike through MMA’s wil­ derness area. In the end, Victor Gon­ zalez’s Charlie Com­ pany came out vic­ torious and took home the Gold Boot to hang in “C” Barracks.

AJ Wilson almost completely misses the point of using the rope bridge to cross the creek.

Maj. Abehnan cheers on Julien Descamps on the obstacle course.

Jeffrey Holland shows Wilson how to do it right, as he dangles high above the creek back campus.

Charlie Company took home the Gold Boot, edging out Echo Company by 0.8%.

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Trips MMA’s teachers know that education isn’t something that happens exclusively in a classroom. With that in mind, each school year allows for a number of offcampus lessons, from short day trips (like visiting author Mark Twain’s home in Hannibal, Mo.) to extravagant week-long adventures (such as the annual Ed Tour, which this year traveled to Florida). One new addition to the calendar in 2003 was a class trip day, in which seniors and freshmen explored St. Louis, juniors trav­ eled to Springfield, III. and sophomore visited Kansas City.

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The MMA Corps of Cadets took in an MUColorado game when it traveled to the University of Missouri in November. The Corps marched in a Veterans Day pregame show, which featured a flyover by a Stealth Bomber.

Stephen Hermann and Shale Houston brace themselves for liftoff in Six Flags's Space Ball.

Alex Stirlen is a perfect model for a Six Flags caricaturist.

successful Formal tion under their MMA’s cadets d to Six Flags - St. or a day of rest and tion. Above, cadets ’ to ride The Boss :oaster look out over irk. Right, Junior ers Cory Moore and Zarlos De La Vega 'hemselves into the bur.

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Visitors & Events Maintaining a supe­ rior military school for 114 years is bound to get you noticed. As a result, MMA fre­ quently finds itself en­ tertaining guests and visitors of all stripes — from University of Missouri - Columbia Chancellor Dr. Rich­ ard Wallace (who spoke during Com­ mencement exercises) to MMA alums who return to check up on their alma mater.

MMA alum 2nd Lt. Paul Tilton, '88, of the 19th Special Forces Command Airborne presented a briefing to the LET classes on life in the Special Forces.

Congressman US Kenny C. Hulshof greets Sanders Roth during a question and answer session in the Centennial Gymtorium.

Dr. Richard Wallace, chancellor of the University of Missouri - Columbia, was the special guest of the Cadet Corps during Commencement Weekend. Shown here with Col. Stribling and Col. Kelly during Senior Review, Dr. Wallace was the guest speaker during the graduation ceremony.

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Author and Medal of Honor recipient Col. Roger Donlon congratulates Joshua Grassl on achieving the Boy Scout rank of Eagle Scout.

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Senior/Faculty Basketball During the Senior/ Faculty Basketball game, the Class of 2003 hit the court de­ termined to make up for last year’s contro­ versial buzzer-beat­ ing loss to the faculty team. The results were brutal on the court and on the side­ lines, but a lot of fun for everyone involved.

In the end, the num­ bers game caught up to the faculty, and the seniors pulled out ahead in the second half. The score at the buzzer: 48-33.

Jeremiah Popp (left) screams as he goes to shove 1st Sgt. Greg Seibert out of the way while Taylor Volz (above) tries his hand at the play by play.

David Paul (left) waves his senior flag that appears to be a giant pink sheet while Tyler Newbold (right) tries his hardest to keep the ball on his

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The Seniors (right) celebrate their victory over the faculty with a rowdy senior call, the final score of the game 48 to 33.

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Grandparents Weekend Jared Halstead (left) shows his room off to his grandparents Elizabeth and PT and his sister Erin.

Grandparents Week­ end is the first of the three big family week­ ends that bring MMA’s year to a close. Centered around the Tulip Ball with the coronation of its queen, the event gives cadets a chance to honor some of the most important men and women in their lives. Family members got to interact with the faculty during parent-teacher confer­ ences, and the grandparents were hon­ ored in a special bat­ talion review.

Scott Szopinski leads his grand­ mother Marlene Doyle in the grand march.

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Miss Ashlie Portwood of Bowling Green. Mo. was crowned queen of the Tulip Ball. Her court consisted of Melissa Elbert, of St. Louis. Mo..

Carlos Carrillo, Tiffany Richards of Marion. III., Tyler Newbold, Leonard Stephens. Brittney Carol of Bowling Green. Mo.. Peter Dolan. Betheny Fuemmeler of Kansas City, Mo. and Mark Stephenson.

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Leonard Stephens (above) crowns the Queen of the tulip ball. Ms. Ashlie Portwood while Tom Wang (left) tries his hardest to keep his saber up during the grand march.

Michael Swain (below) shares a dance with his date. Kara Powell.

Scott Szopinski (at right) spends some time with his siblings Tom and Emily. At left. Kane Weinberg dances with Lt. Pamela Ray.

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Formal Inspection Janies Jones gets inspected by Sgi. 1 Class Steven Wade during the in-rai. inspection as Tom Wang looks on.

It’s the biggest event in a cadet’s year, and in many ways, almost as emotional an expe­ rience as graduation.

The Commandant’s Office and the Mili­ tary Department spend all year train­ ing the Corps to pre­ pare for the annual Formal Inspection by the US Army. This year, the examination was conducted by the 4th ROTC Brigade, based in Ft. Leonard Wood, Mo. The in­ spection team, led by Maj. Barry Vanden Berg, observed cadets in their barracks, dur­ ing drill, in formation and at a battalion re­ view. In the end, Maj. Vanden Berg and his team left impressed.

“I’ve seen a lot of high schools,” he told the Battalion Staff. “I’ve seen 1,000s and 1,000s of young men and women, and you guys have something special here. It was a privilege for us to be here.”

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Maj. Barry Vanden Berg finds something that looks a little out of place as he inspects the International Color Guard.

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Chris McDannel reports the Fusileers in to Maj. Barry Vanden Berg during the Honor Guard for­ mation at the be­ ginning of Fl.

Maj. Barry Vanden Berg inspects Tom Michaelski during the In Ranks inspection.

Ernesto Anaya (left) smiles as he realizes Fl is finally over.

Andrew Harryman (below) smiles to himself upon completing his 6th and last Fl.

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Mother’s Day It’s only fitting that MMA awards the Su­ perior Cadet decora­ tion for outstanding LET students during Mothers Day week­ end, as the Academy has always believed that superior cadets begin with superior parents. The Flower Ceremony on Moth­ ers Day morning is one of the most poi­ gnant events of the school year, with mothers honoring their sons with a red carnation.

Left. Emily Bozarth stands by as Kathy Weinberg pins a red carnation on her son Kane's lapel. Above, Adam Harrow receives his flower from his mother. Georgina.

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Seven Laredo. Tx. residents celebrate with their mothers: Edelmiro Martine: with mother Gladys. Artemio Maldonado with mother Cecilia. Segio Lujan with mother Angeles, Juan Rendon with mother Rosenda, Horacio Chapa ?-•’ j with mother Rebecca, Gerardo Ramos with mother Adriana and Jose Resendez with mother Rosa Inna.

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Brian Dickey leads his mother Denise and sister Erin back to campus after church Sunday morning.

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trior Cadets were named for 2003 during titers Day review. LET IV ■ Leonard • (with mother Gail), LET III - Edchniro ; (with mother Gladys). LET 11 ■ Gerardo (with mother Adriana) and LET I Olmos (with mother Hilda).

H remembers his late mother with a white n al the Flower Pinning Ceremony.

Gladys Martinez pins the Superior Cadet decoration on her son Edelmiro’s blouse during the Mothers Day review.

Laura Bushnell shares a laugh with her son Andy during the Mothers Day reception in Stribling Hall’s Gaswinkier AluntniVisitors Lounge.

Cpt. Dennis Diederich helps Tyler Satterfield entertain his visiting parents and grandparents.

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Commencement With the battalion commander’s cry of “Dismissed!” the ca­ dets of Missouri Military Academy bid one another goodbye for the summer. It’s been an amazing year, and Commence­ ment Weekend has been a fittingly grand cap-stone. Beginning with the Wallace Fry Speech Contest, the weekend included a wide array of events, including the presen­ tation of the Legion of Honor, the Senior Review, the Final Ball, a cadet drill­ down and perfor­ mances by the Fusileers and Brigadiers.

Cadets were recog­ nized for their scho­ lastic, military, ath­ letic and artistic endeavors at the Fi­ nal Assembly and received their diplo­ mas at Graduation before gathering on front campus for Fi­ nal Formation.

Athletic Director Cpt. Frank Giuseffi presents Jeremiah Popp with the Best Athlete Plaque.

Academy President Col. Ronald Kelly congratulates Leonard Stephens on being elected into the Legion of Honor, the highest commendation MMA can bestow upon a cadet.

Company Commander Mark Stephenson led Echo Company to first place in the Company Drilldown.

Brian Nedblake was named the best-drilled high school old boy cadet in the year-end drill­ down. Oleksiy Lachev won for the new boys.

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Kane Weinberg won first place in the Wallace Fry Speech Contest, followed

by Winston Churchill Plaque recipient Evan Spaulding and Eduardo Inigo. They are accompanied by judges Mexico Chamber of Commerce President Joe May, Mexico-area attorney Randall Baker, and Westminster College official Ron Freiburghaus.

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Company Commander Victor Gonzalez accepts the Honor Company designation for 2002200J on behalf of Charlie Company.

Ryan Mathis shares a laugh with Maj. Larry M c C I a r ey during the Final Ball.

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New Battalion Commander Edehniro Martinez leads the Corps of Cadets for 20032004 in its first battalion review.

>r Volz goes to present arms in his last­ battalion review.

Leonard Stephens presents Edehniro Martinez with the Davison Saber, and so turns over command of the Corps of Cadets to Martinez, the battalion commander designee for 2003-2004.

Dr. Wallace congratulates Edehniro Martinez on his first review as battalion commander.

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Leonard Stephens receives a standing ovation from faculty and cadets upon being named Valedictorian for 2003-2004.

Dr. Richard Wallace, chancellor of the University of Missouri - Coluinbu speaks during Graduation services as the cadets' guest of honor.

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Dany De la Puente helps Jeremiah Popp inspect the JROTC Distinguished Service Award, of which Popp was the recipient for 2003.

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Jeffrey and Susan Nedblake, chairpersons of the Parents-Aluim Development Committee, are honored for raising nearly $1.5 milliot over four years as members of the committe Col. Kelly presents Command Sgt. Maj. Charii Williams with the Heimos Trophy for superit efforts on behalf of the cadets. Lt. Col. Hem Matlosz received the Abbott Award for h achievements in the classroom.

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Juan Capistran is overcome with emotion as the MMA Band plays Auld Lang Syne.

Bugler Evan Spaulding plays Taps as the colors are lowered for the last time this year.

Delta Company marches onto front campus for Final Formation.

The senior officers present their sabers and prepare to return to their posts to be dismissed

Michael Michalski bids farewell to one of the many lifelong friends he’s made at Missouri Military Academy.

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Lord, we thank you for all of the experiences that we have shared here together, for we know that the memories, our sanctuary, and our friendships are eternal. The lessons that we have learned and the men that we have grown to be are all your doing. We pray that these les­ sons are carried on throughout our lives, wher­ ever we may go. Watch over us Lord in our fi­ nal days at MMA, and I pray to you Lord that all of these men standing here before you, walk across that stage together, united as one.

In your name we pray. Amen.

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SENIORS Class of 2002-2003 Well, this is it. This is the year we’ve been waiting for. These long but fulfilling years have taught us about ourselves and others. They have also allowed us to learn certain life skills we may not have otherwise encountered had we chosen a different path.

The story of our senior class is entirely unique. It is adven­ turous. courageous, inexplicable and fantastic. Also, it is never to be repeated again. Yes. there will be more senior classes, but none just like the class of 2003. So, as we go forth in life, it is important for us to remember that in at least one part of our lives, we were a part of something special and amazing that would not have been complete without us.

As time goes on, we will forget the bad and remember the good. Hopefully, you will not forget that much. As you remember though, remember the friend­ ships you made, the wisdom you cultivated and grew, and especially remember the wonderful times spent with others. Because even if we gel out of touch with each other, we will always remember each other and the things that we taught to one another.

Finally. I would like to thank everyone for being a part of the class of ’03. At the time that I write this, we have yet to lose a single senior, and I hope that that is true when this is published.

This is a great accomplishment because we started together and we will end together.

Thank you again for the wonderful memories and may God truly bless your lives for however long they endure.

Leonard Stephens, Senior Class President

Taylor Volz, Leonard Stephens and Jeremiah Popp at attention during Final Formation.

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Mark Stephenson Vice President

Carlos Camilo Secretary

Tyler Newbold Treasurer

Peter Dolan Cadet Council Representative

The graduating class of 2002-2003 during Commencement Weekend's Senior Review

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Battalion Commander

Leonard Stephens

Battalion Staff Battalion Intelligence and Security Officer Peter Dolan Battalion Adjutant Tom Wang Battalion Commander Leonard Stephens Battalion Operations Officer Taylor Volz Battalion Logistics Officer Jeremiah Popp Battalion Public Relations Officer Tyler Newbold

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Delta Company First Sergeant Travis Weaver

1st Platoon Leader Zach Day 2nd Platoon Leader Chris Horton Company Commander Chris McDannel

Executive Officer David Paul 3rd Platoon Leader Juan Capistran Guideon Matt Hollis

Echo Company First Sergeant Kane Weinberg

1st Platoon Leader Carlos Carrillo Executive Officer Dany De la Puente

Company Commander Mark Stephenson 3rd Platoon Leader Mario Moreno

2nd Platoon Leader Matthew Schwind Guideon Andres Espada

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Luis Alejandre I want to thank my Mom and Dad for supporting me. en­ couraging me to keep going, and giving 100% all the time. I could not have made it without them backing me up all the time.

THANK YOU! It’s over and I made it!!!

1 want to thank my teachers. Without them I would not have learned anything. Maj. Ableman, I had a great time in football last year. You are a great person to learn from. Cpt. Riney. thank you for everything you did for me. I still think “Catch 22” is boring and senseless. Even though he is no longer at MMA, I want to say that Cpt. Brown is a very cool and funny person. I had a great time in his class. Lt. Col. Rosendahl, some of my best friends are still mammals. Thank you. Lt. Ray, you have to be the best teacher there is. I enjoyed your class a lot. Thank you for putting up with me in class. Cpt. Shoemaker, the band was great because you were the guy in charge of it. Maj. McClarey, please tell the woman who claims to be your wife that you did apologize once. 1st Sgt. Jacobson, mmm, oh yeah, you are just cool. And 1st Sgt. Seibert, (Yes, I’m talking to YOU, HERO!), the Devils are much better than the Flyers and you know it. Still, thank you. MMA was lucky to have you here this year. CSM Williams, I don’t know how, but you never gave up on me.

Thank you very much.

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragere (4), Delta Phi (4) and Honor Roll (4) ACTIVITIES - Dramateers (4), Band (4), Chapel Worker (4) and Evensong (4) ATHLETICS - JV Soccer (4), Varsity Basketball (3), Intramural Basketball (3), President’s Physical Fitness Award (4) and Rangers (4) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (4), Maroon Bar (4), Fusilcers (4), Parade Ribbon (4), Soldiers Bar (4).

Expert Marksmanship Medal (4), Com­ mendation Ribbon (4) and Academic Insignia (4) Ambassadors MISCELLANEOUS Ribbon (4)

1 st Lt. Luis Alejandre Charlie 2nd Platoon Leader 2-yearcadet

Abraham Andrade ACTIVITIES - Dramateers (4) ATHLETIC - President’s Physical Fit­ ness Award (4) MILITARY- Maroon Bar (4) and Pa­ rade Ribbon (4)

Pvt. Abraham Andrade 1-year cadet

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Enrique Barreda I made it!!! 1 cannot believe it. It was a tough year for me. want to thank my parents for all the support they have given lie throughout all the difficult times we had. I also want to thank all of my friends: Hernandez, Muela, Lopez, Perez JE, Capistran, Martinez B. Molina, De La Puente, Espada (All in he name of rock & roll), both Morenos, Suarez, Ramirez, Greenwell, Nuza, Jiminez, Olmos, Zaragoza, Perez JD, Macias, Company Commander Chris McDannel, both of my platoon leaders (Day and Paul), Alejandre, Gonzalez V, Cantu. Davila, the Miers. Marcos, Zayas, Covarrubias, Gonzalez A, Mucino, N'eyra, Chapa, Paras, and all of you that I did not mention. I want to wish good luck to everyone, especially the seniors who ire going to college and next year’s soccer team. I also want to thank all the faculty members who helped me in my classes.

Cpx. Riney, my advisor, thank you for everything. Thanks also to Lt. Ray, Maj. McClarey, Cpt. Giuseffi, Lt. Syed, Cpt. Rey­ nard (thank you for all the DPs), 1st Sgt. Jacobson, Sgt. 1st Class Norfus, Cpt. Munson and CSM Williams.

Now the time we have been waiting for has arrived. Re­ member. you can always go to Monterrey.

To everyone who is coming back, take advantage of the lime you have left and learn to value the things you have. To my fellow graduates, do well in college and take care, Class of 2003. See ya!

ACADEMICS - Honor Roll (4) ATHLETICS - Delgado-DeLeon-Perez Plaque for Soccer Goal of the Year (4), Varsity Soccer (4) and President’s Physi­ cal Fitness Award (4) MILITARY- Maroon Bar (4) and Pa-

Pvt. Enrique Barreda 1-year cadet

Zach Bush Well, this is it. After four years, the end has come. This has been an experience. Coming up from where I was my first year to where I stand as a senior has been a change, at least as far as I can tell. MMA has changed my outlook, though, that’s for sure. But, nonetheless, the day has come for me to depart. I would like to say goodbye to those faculty members who helped me along the way: Lt. Col. Gillette, “Come on, sir.” Lt. Col. Ray. “I didn’t forget the CDs.” Mrs. Trembley, “Gimme choco­ late, ma’am.” Sgt. 1st Class Norfus, “Ugly House.” Cpt. Kronquist, “You have my programs yet?” 1st Sgt. Jacobson.

“Coffee Top!" 1st Sgt. Seibert, “I will get you, sir.” Goodbye to those who sustained me here, including Harryman, Strehl.

Hobbs, Bozarth, Crawford (Every promotion), and everyone who’s been here all the way, like Stephenson, McDannel (Mac), Popp, Volz, Wang, Newbold, Gonzalez (Senior), and everyone else I forgot. So, here is my final farewell and goodbye. SE­ NIORS 2003!!!

ACADEMICS - Foreign Language Rib­ bon (3) and Honor Roll (3.4) ACTIVITIES - Dramateers (4), Evensong (4) and Boy Scouts (2,3,4) ATHLETICS - Varsity Swimming (4), Varsity Tennis (1,3) and Swimming Manager (2,4) MILITARY- Leadership Development Service Ribbon (1), LET Military Class Ribbon (2.3), Fusileers (3,4), Parade Ribbon (1,2,3,4), Honor Guard (4), Sharpshooter Medal (4), Color Guard

Master Sgt. Zachary Bush Color Guard Commander 4-ye ar cadet

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Andy Bushnell After four years, it all draws to an end. 1 leave with no regrets and only the memories of the good times we shared.

Good luck to those who will return, and to all those graduating.

Life is lived in the space between moments, make your choices wisely.

That’s all I got. Peace out.

“Now is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end.

But it is. perhaps, the end of the beginning.”

—Winston Churchill

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragea (2,3) and Honor Roll (1.2.3,4) ACTIVITIES - Band (1.2.3,4), Journal ism (2), Vespers Reader (2,3), At Ease (2) and Evensong (2,4) ATHLETICS - Most Improved Cross Country Runner (4), Varsity Football (3) , Varsity Cross Country (1,2.4), Var­ sity Rifle (4). Varsity Track (1,3). In­ tramural Football (2), President’s Physi­ cal Fitness Award (1,2.4) and Rangers (1,2) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (2), Maroon Bar (2,4), JROTC Summer Camp (2,4), Soldiers Bar (2).

Parade Ribbon (2,4). Company Com­ petition Ribbon (2,4) and Sharpshooter Medal (4)

2nd Lt. Andy Bushnell Charlie 1 st Platoon Leader 4-yearcadet

Juan Capistran

1 st Lt. Juan Capistran Delta 3rd Platoon Leader 2-year cadet

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First of all I would like to say thanks to my parents (Mom. Dad, I made it!), brother, and the rest of my family for all the support they gave to me duirng this time.

1 want to thank Lt. Col. Medley. Maj. Treadway (No more lists), CSM Williams, Lt. Col. & Lt. Ray, Cpt. Reynard, CWO Taut, 1st Sgt. Jacobson (My hat?), 1st Sgt. Seibert (Where is my hero?), Sgt. 1st Class Norfus, Cpt. Giuseffi (My DP?). Lt. Col. Rosendahl, Coach Hemck. Cpt.Munson. Mrs.Trembley (No more haircuts), Lt. Col. Gillette, Maj. McClarey, Lt. Col. Matlosz and Cpt. Shoemaker (My Ring?).

1 want to say goodbye to the seniors, especially: De la Puente (Good luck, G&Ds!). Barreda (See you in Monterrey! You see? It’s over!), McDannel (No more beaner), Nuza (See you soon). Hernandez (See you in Monterrey), Alejandre (Furby! DI), Zaragoza, Parra (I have your pen).

Gonzalez V, Perez JE (Movies? I don't think so). Day (Battle!), Volz (DI), Wang. Dolan, Newbold. Carrillo (Thanksgiving ‘02).

Cooper. Molina, the Morenos, Paul (I can give you a permit to go to Mexico. And plus, no more Moonlight Sonata), Weinberg (Roommate, DI), Horton. Popp. Stephenson. Stephens and Perez.

During these two years al MMA I met people that I will never forget. 1 have a lot of memories of this school. Juniors, time passes fast, so enjoy all the time that you have at the Acad­ emy.

Well, now the Dream is over, and I wish I could be back at MMA to be with all my BROTHERS. I will never forget my time there! Good luck to the Class of ‘03.

ACADEMICS - Eugene Lamm Award for the Most Improved ESL Student (4).

Plaque for Excellence in Music (4) and Honor Roll (3.4) ACTIVITIES - Dramaleers (4). Men’s Chorus (3.4). Acolyte Certificate (4) and Evensong (3.4) ATHLETICS - Soccer MVP (3). MClub Ribbon (3), Varsity Soccer Cap­ tain (4). Varsity Soccer (3,4), Varsity Swimming (3). Rangers (3) and President’s Physical Fitness Award (4) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (4), Maroon Bar (3,4), Parade Rib­ bon (3,4), JROTC Summer Camp (4).

Soldiers Bar (4), Company Competition Ribbon (3) and Expert Marksmanship Medal (4) MISCELLANEOUS Ambassadors Ribbon (3)

Carlos Carrillo First I want to thank my family for their support, especially my parents, my brothers Marco and Mario (for always being there when I went home), and my little sister.

Goodbye to all the seniors, and good luck to Perez JD, Stephenson (Peace. G DOGG). Schwind. De la Puente, Popp.

Nuza, Alejandre. Capistran. Gutierrez (Thanksgiving ‘02), Grass). Gonzalez, McDannel, Paul, Day (Master sergeant for life). Zaragoza, Jimenez, Horton, Out Of Uniform. Volz, Weaver. Mathis, Moreno. Fuchigami, Garcia, Weinberg, Metelski and everyone I missed. Peace.

To all the underclassmen, especially my platoon sergeant, the Echo 1st Aztec Warriors, the Miers, Obando (Thanksgiving 02). Long (Journalism team), the Cruzens (Thanksgiving ‘02), Barker. Earl, and all you designated juniors. Good luck.

I have learned many things during the years I have at­ tended here and now I have to go. Wish me luck. PEACE. GAME OVER.

ACTIVITIES - Dramateers (4). Men’s Chorus (3), Evensong (3), Broadcast Journalism (4) and Journalism (4) ATHLETICS - Varsity Cross Country (2,3,4), Varsity Baseball Captain (4), Varsity Baseball (2,3,4), President’s Physical Fitness Award (2,4) and Rang­ ers (2,3) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (3), Maroon Bar (2,3,4). Parade Ribbon (2,4), Soldiers Bar (3,4). Com­ pany Competition Ribbon (2,4) and Sharpshooter Medal (2,3,4) MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbon (4)

1 st Lt. Carlos Carrillo Echo 1st Platoon Leader 3-year cadet

Paul Charbonneau Well boys, it’s been a long year, but we stuck it out. I am going to miss everyone. Fuchi and Marcos, you guys have both worked hard this year, and you are true friends. How about this summer? Party on! Marcos, best of luck to you next year. You deserve what you want. Fuchi. Semper Fi. Maybe I will see you later on when you are a Marine officer. Mathis, chill out man, it is almost over. I will see you this summer.

Johnson, you are my best friend, man. Keep it real. You know I’ll be there this summer. Epperson, you are my boy. Keep in touch. When are we going to your house again? Let me loose, “cause I got your back. Shout outs to all my friends: Crawford, you are awesome, man. Hope everything goes well for you.

Joey and Tony, it’s been fun, boys. Let the good times roll. Hey Kyle, let’s go exploring. Well, best of luck to all, and seniors, turn your rings around, boys, ‘cause it’s over. Peace out.

Charbie...YEAH!

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragere (4), Academic Distinction - Account­ ing I (4) and Honor Roll (3,4) ACTIVITIES - Men's Chorus (3,4) and Evensong (4) ATHLETICS - Varsity Baseball (3), Most Valuable Pitcher (3) and Rangers (4) MILITARY- Col. Sidney Kersey Pos­ ture Trophy (4). Maroon Bar (3.4), Mili­ tary Police (4). Parade Ribbon (3,4), Soldiers Bar (4). Commendation Rib­ bon (4), Rifle Ribbon (3.4) and Com­ pany Competition Ribbon (3.4) MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbon (4)

First Sgt. Paul Charbonneau Charlie Company 1st Sergeant 2-yearcadet

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Luke Cooper

Cpl. Luke Cooper Assistant Battalion Logistics Officer 2-year cadet

Hello to all. and all to come. Welcome. I would like to begin with an ’’AT EASE. IT IS TOO LOUD IN HERE! KEEP THE NOISE DOWN!” And now, a few words to a couple of special people out there. Pete, Tyler and Tom — Cayman Islands. Spring Break 2003. Watch out for those sting rays. You were always there for me and I love you guys. My beloved S-2, thanks for leaching me the secrets to life. I will see you this summer. The wise S-l. good luck at UCLA. The not-so-wise S-5...1 am just joking, buddy. You know I love you. I hope that things will work out and you will be out in Colorado living it up with Pete and I. Sanders. LET and Chemistry would have not been any­ thing without you. I love you just as much. I will see you next year. Good luck buddy, we are all rooting for you. Popp, the mess hall will never be the same after the facelift that we gave her. Thanks for everything, champ. Out of Uniform ROCKS! Keep livin’ it. Volz. Day, I am so happy that after six years you finally got past sergeant. Not like it is really gonna mailer now.

But I am still very happy for you. I love you. man. Brown, keep the roller tape going strong. Ritchie, got any sugar? To my three XAMD buddies for the year (Muela, Maldonado and Perez). I hope you guys will get better. McDannel, just remember that first day of Thanksgiving break. To Obando, Nedblake.

Descamps, Chupa. Victor, Mark, the Cruzens, Lenny. Weaver, Danny, Capi and anyone else I missed, I just want to say next year, wherever you are, continue your lives and make sure you are safe. And to all. remember: the flamingo only wears his suspenders with his Sunday hat.

REMEMBER THE SANCTUARY!

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ACADEMICS - Honor Roll (4) ACTIVITIES - Dramateers (4). Men’s Chorus (4) and Chapel Worker (4) ATHLETICS - Varsity Wrestling (2), Varsity Tennis (2). President’s Physical Fitness Award (2) and Rangers Bar (2,4) MILITARY- Class of 1984 Plaque.

Maroon Bar (2), Military Police (4), Parade Ribbon (4) and Rifle Ribbon (2.4)

Sean Crawford

Sgt. Sean Crawford 3-yearcadet

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Well, first I would like to thank my parents for everything that they have done for me. I would also like to thank them for the sacrifices that they have made to send me here. Next. I would like to say thanks to my wonderful girlfriend Sara for pushing me to succeed this year and keeping me on track. I love you, Sara! Now I would like to give a shout out to all of my friends, Mark, Mathis, Popp, Dolan, Volz, Marcos A, Charbie, Fuchi, Day, McDannel, Newbold, and the rest of you. (You know you’re my friends, but my hand is getting tired). Hey Mathis, where are the bathrooms (ED Tour)? I drank too much waler. HAHA!! Hey Charbie. hey sir! Rest! Mark, I just wanted to say I had a great three years with you man. You have been a great friend and I won't forget you. On a serious note, I would like say these have been a long hard three years, but they have been ones that I will never forget. I made a lol of great friends here and have lifelong connections to all of them. Good luck to all my friends; I will see you in the future. Now I would like to thank all of my teachers. Thank you Maj. McClarey for always staying on me to do belter. Thanks to Lt. Ray for all of the laughs. Lt. Col. Rosendahl, butterflies really do make butter, HAHA!! Thanks. Cpl. Reynard. You were a great advisor and a great teacher. Thanks to Cpt Shoemaker for helping me with my music, and thanks to General Trembley for everything!! Cpt G.. we know that you like your job. but you need to relax some­ times, HAHA!! Lt. Col. Gillette, thanks for everything. I won’t forget you. Finally, to the class of 2003 I would like to say see ya later and have fun in college. Good luck and God bless!!

ACADEMICS - Foreign Language Bar (3), Academic Fourragere (3) and Honor Roll (3,4) ACTIVITIES - Men’s Chorus (2) and Chapel Worker (4) ATHLETICS - Tennis MVP (2.4), Most Improved Tennis Player (3), Varsity Tennis (2,3,4), Stale Tennis Selection (3,4). Physical Fitness Ribbon (2) and Rangers (3) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (3). Maroon Bar (4), Parade Rib­ bon (3,4), Soldiers Bar (3), Company Competition Ribbon (3,4) and Rifle Rib­ bon (4) Ambassadors MISCELLANEOUS Ribbon (4)

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Zach Day Ok, listen up! It’s been six long years, and I couldn’t have lone it without constant support and love from my family, who tlways told me that one day I’d look back and be glad I went to MMA. There is no way that I could have made it without my friends at MMA - longtime friends like Newbold, Paul (Fuzzy 3ear), Molina, Barreda (Sony Bear), Mac (Goonie Bear), Horton, Cooper. Roth, Brown, Duayhe, Harralson (Joe Joe) ind everybody else went through what I did. Paul, we must nave watched over 600 movies. Horton and Newbold, dang, >ix years is a long time. For the returning cadets who read this, good luck. For the people who are new to MMA, good luck. To Joey Gnll. I know you’ll come back, so have fun. I have never met anyone who could find so much to complain about. Peace to all my Mexican friends, especially Capistran. This goes out to Tyler Newbold for all those times that you came over to my house to have fun and be stupid. You are a special friend, and without you I would never have made it. You were always there in a pinch. Thank you. Cooper, you are the most rebel­ lious guy I know. Here’s to the assistant S-4, PFC, wish you well. And here is to Battle. Without you there would be no honest entertainment in which Tyler Newbold always got hurt.

ACADEMICS - Honor Roll (4) ACTIVITIES - Art Ribbon (3), Men’s Chorus (4), Vespers Reader (4) and Evensong (4) ATHLETICS - Best Freestyle - Swim­ ming (I), Best Distance - Swimming (1), Best Butterfly - Swimming (1), Varsity Swimming Captain (3.4), Varsity Swim­ ming (1,2,3.4), Varsity Football (2).

Varsity Golf (1.2,3), ROTC Physical Fitness Award (1,3) and President’s Physical Fitness Award (3) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (3), Maroon Bar (1,4). Parade Rib­ bon (1,3,4), Academic Insignia (3), Soldiers Bar (4) and Marksmanship Medal (4)

2nd Lt. Zach Day Delta 1st Platoon Leader 6-yearcadet

Dany De la Puente it has been a long two years, but we did it! The moment I have been waiting for for a long time is here, and now I want it to go away. I have had really good times here with all you guys, and I have learned a lot, not only from the school but from my classmates.

First of all I want to thank two very important people in my life - my parents! Mami, Papi, thank you very much for giv­ ing me this great opportunity that has helped me change and become a better man. Thanks also for giving me your support through all this and never quitting on me. I also want to thank my grandfather. As a friend, he has always been with me in the good times or the bad times.

I want to thank the faculty for all the hard work they’ve spent on me, especially Lt. Col. and Lt. Ray. Col. and Cpt. Reynard, Cpt. Herrick, Maj. McClarey, Gen. Trembley, Lt. Col. Gillette, 1st Sgt. Seibert, 1st Sgt. Jacobson. Cpt. Kronquist.

CSM. Sgt. 1st Class Norfus, Maj. Treadway and CWO Taut.

Now last but certainly not least, I want to thank all of you guys who were there with me 24/7 during these precious moments.

Mark and Popp, you guys have been like brothers to me.

Always remember those good times we had in Echo 3rd!! We’ll get together to chill in Pisco!! Capi, I’ll be waiting this summer.

I'm going to miss you!! Carrillo, Nuza, Metelskiy, Gonzalez, Newbold, Dolan, McDannel, Stephens, Barreda, Zaragoza, Parra. Paul, Horton, Day and all of you I can’t remember now (Please don’t get mad. I’m just too excited!!!), good luck in the future!! I am going to miss everybody, and I’ll see you on the Alumni trip in Cancun, right?

ACADEMICS - Honor Roll (4) and Aca­ demic Distinction - Accounting I (4) ACTIVITIES - Outstanding Contribu­ tion to Chorus (4), Phillip Russell, *68, Award for Outstanding First Year Cho­ rus Member (3), CMC Music Festival Superior 1st Solo (3). Art Ribbon (4), Men’s Chorus (3,4), Vespers Reader (4), Acolyte (4) and Evensong (3,4) ATHLETICS - Foley Golf MVP Tro­ phy (3,4). Varsity Golf Captain (4).

Varsity Golf (3,4) and State Golf Selec­ tion (4) MILITARY- Dorsey Anderson. 1895, Cup for Cadet Exerting a Gentlemanly Example (4), Meritas Plaque for Excel­ lence in Discipline (4), Maroon Bar (3.4) , Parade Ribbon (3.4), Soldiers Bar (3.4) , Rifle Ribbon (3.4). Commenda­ tion Ribbon (3,4). Company Competi­ tion Ribbon (3) and Academic Insignia (4) Ambassadors MISCELLANEOUS Ribbon (4)

1st Lt. Dany De la Puente Echo Company Executive Officer 2-yearcadet

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Peter Dolan

Cpt. Peter Dolan Battalion Intelligence and Security Officer/Provost Marshal 3-yearcadet

Even though he has not been here for the last two years, I feel that I owe a lot to my brother. Tom. MMA would have been a whole different world if I hadn’t had you here to guide me through it. Thanks. To my parents. I know that I have said a lot of bad things in the past, but I hope you two know that I will always love you to the end. To all my brothers from different mothers: Sanders - I just want you to know how much I envied you out on the football field this year. Keep your head high, and remember your quote. "There is always a rainbow after a storm.”

Mike - I’ll show you a Canadian flag. Lenny - You stuck to what you believed in. even if everyone else didn’t agree. Luke - You have no idea how happy it made me when I found out that you were coming back. You definitely added a little spice to the year. Remember that I’m always behind you. “Eeheh, it'll be all right.” Tyler - I must say you are one of the funniest and most original people that I have ever met. 1 loved jamming with you in the sanctuary. I’ll never forget you, chief. Wang - You know how most people grow tired of their roommates? I cannot remember one time that we have gotten in a real argument over something. I’m gonna miss you. man. Friends to the end. Davy - What’s up. bro? Volz - The munchkin musician. Travis Don’t try that at home. Horton - Get off your computer. Mathis - No. Mark & Danny - Did ya study for that Econ lest? Day No more battle. Popp - Green team go. Washburn - Enjoy the water. Michalski. Charbonneau - I wanna say thanks to a friend that 1 had to leave behind, but a friend who was definitely always there for me in a pinch. I love hockey. And finally, goodbye to my Latin brothers - Jimmy. Muela, Carrillo. Chapa, Gutierrez. Alejandre, Victor. Espinosa and Lopez.

ACADEMICS - Science Medal (3), US Ar. Reserve Commission Medal for a Scholar-A letc (4). Foreign Language Ribbon (23). Ademic Fourragcrc (2,3,4), Delta Phi (23.4), IX Phi Vice President (3.4), Academic DiMil. tions - Honors Trigonomclry/Chemistry/H-' ors Physics/Honors Contemporary Novels/IL ors English IV (4) and Honor Roll (23.4) ACTIVITIES - Cadet Council Vice Prcsii (4), Vespers Reader (2,4), Chapel Worker ' Taps Team (3) and Evensong (4) ATHLETICS - Athlete of the Year (3). M-Ck (2.3.4) , Best Swimming Backstroke (2). Swu ming MVP (3,4), Varsity Swimming Cape (3.4) , Varsity Swimming (2,3,4), Best Defe sive Football Player (3), Varsity Foolball Ca lain (4), All-State Football Selection (3). Inuj mural Football (2.3), President's Physical F j ness Award (2,3,4), JROTC Physical Fiir~ Award (2,4) and 600 lb. and 1200 1 Weightlifting Clubs (2) MILITARY- Meritas Plaque for Excellence Discipline (3), Superior Cadet (2,3), LET Mi lary Class Ribbon (3), Maroon Bar(2.3.4). Hod Guard (2,4), Parade Ribbon (2,3,4), Soldie: Bar (2,3.4). Provost Marshal (4), Military- P» lice (2,3,4), Marksmanship Medal (23.4),Con mendation Ribbon (2,3,4), Company Comp tition Ribbon (2) and Academic Insignia (3.4 MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbc (2.3.4)

Sam Dressier ACADEMICS - Honor Roll (4) ACTIVITIES - Dramaleers (4), Men Chorus (4) and Evensong (4) MILITARY- Company Compem 10 Ribbon (4)

Pvt. 1 st Class Sam Dressier 1-year cadet

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Shuhei Fuchigami I cannot believe that I was a cadet at MMA for three years.

When 1 was a new boy. I thought the three-year cadets were crazy. I guess I am crazy now. First, I want to thank my mom and dad for supporting me for three years. Mrs. Trembley, you gave me a lot of hard times but you are the funniest lady I have ever met. You were like my mom at MMA. CSM Williams. 1 was really scared of you every lime you looked at me. but you helped me a lot. You were like my dad at MMA. I also want to thank my C3 platoon members because they never stopped trying hard every day: Hill. Carwile. Giannotti, Kim. Romero.

Clark, Carnet and all the others. Thank you for following me and trusting me. My squad leaders - Callison, Ramos and Obando - you guys were the best squad leaders I ever had these last three years. Ramos, nice face. Obando, you keep it up. I hope you guys do a great job next year. Good luck. Callison, I hope you will be good next year. You arc a funny guy. so keep it real. Good luck. My platoon sergeant, Marcos - you helped me a lot. You arc one of my best friends at MMA. Do you remember September 7, 2000? Yes, we came here on the same day and in the same company. I’m out before you. but be a good leader, ok? I really miss C3 people. Stephenson, Parra, McDannel. Volz, Mathis, Charbonneau and Gonzalez V. I had fun with you guys these last 2,3 years. I’ll miss you guys. Good luck in college. You all were like brothers to me. Well, some of you guys I’ll see you in the USMC. but some of you guys I will never see again. However. I will never, ever forget you. Your memory is in my heart forever!! Thank you so much guys.

Semper Fi ’! Oh, I forgot. Moreno L - congratulations. You made it.

ACADEMICS - Honor Roll (4) ACTIVITIES - Art Ribbon (4). Men’s Chorus (2). Boy Scouts (2) and Evensong (2) ATHLETICS - Varsity Swimming (2), Varsity Rifle (3.4). Varsity Baseball (3), JROTC Physical Fitness Award (2,3,4).

President’s Physical Fitness Award (4) and Rangers (2,3.4) MILITARY- Honor Guard (3,4), Ma­ roon Bar (2.4), Color Guard (3), Fusileers (3,4). Parade Ribbon (2.3.4), Soldiers Bar (3.4), Rifle Ribbon (2,3,4).

Commendation Ribbon (3,4) and Com­ pany Competition Ribbon (3.4) MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbon (3.4)

1st Lt. Shuhei Fuchigami Charlie 3rd Platoon Leader 3-yearcadet

Frank Garcia Three years is long enough for me. but 1 will never forget some of the people that helped me during my time here: CSM Williams (Thanks for being nice to me and understanding me.

Sorry for being mean to you), Sgt. 1st Class Norfus (Welcome back!), Lt. Col. Medley, Col. Kelly. Cpt. Kronquist. Cpt. Munson and Cpt. Blair. Thanks to everybody for supporting me during this great time. I would like to tell everybody that I’m feeling happy. I want to say hello to some guys that supported me when I got into trouble: Anda (My best freshman friend), Parra (My best neighbor). Michalski (Have fun). Carnet (Don’t get into trouble). Popp (Best S-4), Newbold (Best band commander).

Cooper (Best assistant S-4), Gonzalez V (Best company com­ mander), Moreno M (Best singer). Moreno L (Hey-yuuuuh!), Bush (Best color guard commander), Harryman (Best friend), Dolan (Best S-2), Perez JD (Best partner). Zaragoza (Best stinky) and Alejandre (Thanks). Yes, everybody, we are the best in the Corps of Cadets.

ACADEMICS - Foreign Language Rib­ bon (4) and Honor Roll (3.4) ACTIVITIES - Art Ribbon (3,4), Men’s Chorus (2.3,4) and Evensong (4) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (3). Maroon Bar (2.4), Parade Rib­ bon (2.3,4). Soldiers Bar (4). Rifle Rib­ bon (3). Company Competition Ribbon (2.4) and Commendation Ribbon (4)

1st Lt. Frank Garcia Charlie Company Executive Officer 3-yearcadet

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Victor Gonzalez Il’s finally over!!! We made it, seniors! I want to thank my Mom. Grandfather, sister, and the rest of my family for all the support they gave me during all five years!! I really appreciate what you did for me. Mom and Grandfather. Thanks CHARLIE Company for making this year the best one. Seniors Parra.

Zaragoza. Capistran. Alejandre. Hernandez, Perez JD, Charbie, Perez JE. De la Puente, Fuchi, Carrillo, Nuza, Barreda, McDannel, Stephens. Stephenson, Wangster, Popp, and all those I forgot, thanks for everything. You all know you have a home at Juarez!!!

Good luck underclassmen, especially Obando, Ramos, Torres.

Maldonado. Rendon. Salome, Gonzalez L, Chapa. Espinosa, Muela and the Miers. 1 want to give special thanks to CSM Williams (You were always there for me). Maj. Treadway (Thanks for your support), Lt. Col. Medley, Mrs. Reynard and Mrs. Ray.

ACADEMICS - Academic Distinction Spanish IV (4) and Honor Roll (3,4) ACTIVITIES - Band (1,2,3), Vesper Reader (3.4), Chapel Worker (3) and Evensong (3) ATHLETICS - Varsity Football (1,3.4), Baseball MVP (3), Varsity Baseball (4j and Intramural Football (1,2) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (3), Maroon Bar (3,4), Fusileers (4), Honor Guard (4), Parade Ribbon (3,4), Soldiers Bar (3,4), Rifle Ribbon (4), Company Competition Ribbon (3,4; and Commendation Ribbon (2,3) MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbon (4)

Cpt. Victor Gonzalez Charlie Company Commander 5-yearcadet

Joshua Grassl My time here at MMA has been one of the most interesting times of my life. After being here, people and life gets a little more weird. Since I have been here, I have met some really cool people. Some of the wildest people I’ve ever met I met here. I would like to give a shout out to all my friends I am leaving behind, especially Ellison. Long and (according to Stephens) my twin brother Spaulding. Some of the seniors to whom I would like to say goodbye are Carrillo C (Had a blast with the late night talks about absolutely nothing). Paul (My first room­ mate. Thanks for teaching me the ropes). Day (You are the craziest guy I have ever met. Don’t change at all) and Stephens (I will always miss those mind-boggling outbursts). Well, that is all I really have to say about that. Goodbye.

Sgt. Joshua Grassl 2-year cadet

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ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragerc (4), Academic Distinction - Government/Economics (4) and Honor Roll (3.4) ACTIVITIES - Eagle Scout (4), Art Rib­ bon (3) and Boy Scouts (3) MILITARY- Maroon Bar (4), Parade Ribbon (3.4) and Rifle Ribbon (4)

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Andrew Harryman Six years! Can I really believe it? Nope. Oh well. Here is my shout out to all the friends and people I am sadly leaving behind. First off. Strizzle, Abe (Magic Man), Hobbs (Calvin), JoJo. Little and Big Bozarth, Newbie (Six years, man!), Johnson (Lee). Bush. Bushnell (Can’t forget Bill, too), Salome, Spaulding (Good luck in the future!), Ellison (One heck of a year), Col. G (For always being there) Sgt. Norfus (Inspiration and Norfusizing), Smith (1st Sgt.), Cpt. Nunziante (Red team go!

Red team go!), the MMA Band (For the year we had), Cpt. Shoemaker (I hope the best for you), Mrs. T (For actually listening). The Ghost of Canterville cast and crew and all those whom 1 didn’t name. Six years! I can’t get over the fact that I came a long way through MMA. Seniors 2003!

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragere (1.2.4) , Academic Distinction - Honors Physics/Algebra II (4) and Honor Roll (1.2.3.4) ACTIVITIES - Lt. Col. E.R. Jackson Music Award (4), Streep Brothers Band Award (4). Col. Paul Cherches Memo­ rial Band Award (4), Drum Major (4).

Dramateers (4), Band (1,2,3,4), At Ease (4), Vespers Reader (4) and Evensong (3.4) ATHLETICS - Most Improved Cross Country Runner (2), Varsity Cross Country (2,3) and Intramural Basket­ ball (3.4) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (2,3), Maroon Bar (2.3.4). Parade Ribbon (1,2,3,4). Soldiers Bar (4), Rifle Ribbon (4), Commendation Ribbon (4) and Company Competition Ribbon (1,3) MISCELLANEOUS - Richard Cooper.

‘82, Plaque for the Longest Tenure (4) and Ambassadors Ribbon (4)

1st Lt. Andrew Harryman Drum Major 6-year cadet

Salvador Hernandez First of all I want to thank my parents for sending me here; it is because of them that I have done so well in high school.

Without being here, I wouldn’t have experienced so many good things, and wouldn’t value my life and everything I have as much as I do. 1 also want to thank all my friends. Without them. I probably wouldn’t have made it this year: Nuza, Barreda.

Perez JE, Jimenez V, Gonzalez V, Zaragoza, Parra. Alejandre, Perez JD, Perez JM, Capistran, Molina, De la Puente. Crawford, the Morenos and Carrillo. I also want to thank all my underclassmates: Lopez, Martinez B. Muela, Espada.

Maldonado. Rendon, the Miers, Paras. Espinosa, Marcos, Ramirez, Neyra, Gonzalez, the Cruzens, Zayas, Walther, Bulos, Descamps and all those whom I didn’t mention. I wish the seniors good luck in college and I wish the underclassmen good luck for whent hey return. Don’t give up, you only have one year left.

1 also want to thank some faculty members: Cpt. Giuseffi.

Lt. Ray, Cpt. Riney (Thanks for everything), 1st Sgt. Jacobson and Cpt. Reynard (Thank you for all the DPs). Now that the year is over. I wish good luck to everyone. To those of you who will be coming back next year, take advantage of that year and have fun. I’ll be waiting for you in Queretaro. Mexico, Class of 2003.

ACADEMICS - Foreign Language Rib­ bon (4) and Honor Roll (4) ATHLETICS - Varsity Soccer (4), Var­ sity Golf (4). State Golf Selection (4), President’s Physical Fitness Award (4) and JROTC Physical Fitness Award (4) MILITARY- Honor Guard (4). Parade Ribbon (4) and Company Competition Ribbon (4)

Lance Cpl. Salvador Hernandez 1-year cadet

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Chris Horton

1st Lt. Chris Horton Delta 2nd Platoon Leader 6-yearcadet

First of all. I'd like to thank my parents, my grandparents, the MMA class of 1950. and anyone else who made it possible for me to attend MMA. I’d also like to thank the faculty mem­ bers who were cool with me: Lt. Col. Ray. Lt. Ray. Cpt. Keveney, Coach Herrick. Coach Ableman. 1st Sgt. Jacobson, Mrs. Top, Cpt. Kronquist, CWO Taut. CSM Williams, Lt. Col. Gillette, Mrs. Trembley, Sgt. 1st Class Norfus. Lt. Col. Rosendahl. Cpt. Barnes and Cpt. Riney - thank you all for your help and sup­ port.

To the seniors that are. were, and were supposed to have been my friends: Jeremy Popp (Roommate, go back to the mess hall). Mark Stephenson (Country music sucks, and quit dub­ bing people). Carlos Carrillo (Wow. they finally gave you your saber?!). Matt Schwind (Schqwind, squash, splash, squander, squam. squid, skidmark, squish, sqreem, squirm, squirt, skills, and squat - you have more nicknames than any senior in the history of MMA). Taylor Volz (Shower isn’t spelled with a C, but good luck at the Citadel next year), Peter Wang and Thomas Dolan (You two need to separate for a while), Chris McDannel (See you in school next fall, again), Tyler Newbold, Leonard Stephens (Go function on your halls and rears), Travis Weaver (Never can trust those dang blonde Texans), David Paul (Scuba Steve, go swim with the fishes), Steve Strehl (Dude, there’s more to life than World War II), Juan Parra, Ryan Mathis (The only guy who’s whiter than I am). Paul Charbonneau, Sean Crawford. Perez. Metelskiy. Capi. Andrew Harryman, Shuhei Fuchigami, Cooper (Clean your room) and Zach Day.

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragere (4) and Honor Roll (1,2,3,4) ACTIVITIES - David Whitney, ‘54.

Conservation Plaque (4), Art Ribbon (1), Dramateers (4). Journalism (3), At Ease (4) and Vespers Reader (3.4) ATHLETICS - Rifle MVP (3), Best Standing Shooter (2). Best Prone Shooter (2), Varsity Rifle Captain (3.4), Varsity Rifle (1,2,3,4). Varsity Baseball (1,4) and Football Manager (1,2) MILITARY- Best Drilled Cadet (3), LET Military Class Ribbon (2). Maroon Bar (1,2,3,4), Fusileers (4). Parade Rib­ bon (1,2,3.4), Soldiers Bar (4), Com­ pany Competition Ribbon (1), “D” Company Marksmanship Medal (4), Rifle Ribbon (2,3,4) and Honor Guard (4)

Victor Jiminez First, I want to thank my parents for all the support that they gave me. especially during these three years at MMA. And let me tell you. Mom and Dad. this was really hard to accomplish.

But finally I made it. Thanks a lot. Also, 1 want to give thanks to my sisters because they were always there to help me al any time no matter what. Thanks. Love you all.

I want to say thanks to Lt. Col. Ray and Lt. Ray. You always made me have a good lime here at MMA. Thanks, and 1*11 be wailing for you in Mexico City.

Also, thanks to Sgt. 1st Class Norfus (Brothers forever), Cpl. Kronquist (Thanks for helping me), Lt. Col. Gillette (Fusileers). 1st Sgt. Jacobson. 1st Sgt. Seibert (Hero) and Maj. McClarey. I want to wish luck to my senior class during college, especially Barreda, Andrade, Fuchigami, Moreno M, Moreno L, Carrillo, Nuza, Perez JD. Perez JM, Zaragoza. Day, Hernandez.

Paul. Charbonneau. Stephenson. Gonzalez V. De la Puente and Perez JE. Good luck also to all my underclassmen friends: Gonzalez L, Mier CH. Mier CE. Mucino. Tanaka. Walther, Davila. Martinez B. Long. Nedblake. Quintanilla, Ritchie J. Sada, Gutierrez, Lopez, Olmos. Inigo E and Salome. Sorry if I didn't mention you but thanks anyway.

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ATHLETICS - Intramural Football (2) MILITARY- International Color Guard Commander (4). LET Military Class Ribbon (3), Maroon Bar (3.4), Fusileers (2,3.4), Parade Ribbon (2,3,4). Soldiers Bar (4) and Rifle Ribbon (2,3) MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbon (4)

Lee Johnson Well, it’s been a hard road with a lot of bumps, but we’ve made it! Charbie. you’re my best friend. Thanks for every­ thing. I'll see you this summer. Harryman, you’ve been a great friend. Barker, stay yourself. Joey, keep it real. Tony, stay out of trouble. Winters, good luck with life ahead. Epperson, you’re my boy. Give me a call sometime. Mathis, it's okay to relax. It’s almost over. Crawford, good luck in college. Cantu, good luck.

I’d like to thank my mom for pushing me all four years, my dad for being proud of me, my nana for making it possible and my grandfather. Bill Lange—rest in peace.

ACADEMICS - Foreign Language Rib­ bon (2), Academic Fourragere (4) and Honor Roll (2.4) ACTIVITIES Band (2,4) and Evensong (4) ATHLETICS - Varsity Cross Country (2,4), Varsity Track (2). JROTC Physi­ cal Fitness Award (4) and Rangers (2) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (4). Maroon Bar (4), Military Po­ lice (4), Parade Ribbon (2.4), Soldiers Bar (4), Rifle Ribbon (2.4). Commen­ dation Ribbon (4)

Ryan Mathis This is it. I’m finally done! First I need to thank my family for doing their best to support me while I was here. If I hadn't been sent here I know I would still have no motivation to do anything with my life. Being here made me realize how short life really is. Mom and Dad, I love you. Now it’s lime for shout-outs - 1st Sgt. Seibert, 1st Sgt. Jacobson, Sgt. 1st Class Norfus, Cpt. Pemberton, Cpt. Kronquist, Lt. Ray, Cpt. Riney and Maj. McClarey. CSM Williams, thank you so much for all the advice you gave me. 1 wouldn't have made it through this place without your guidance. Sean, can’t you just hold it?

Fuchi, come to Texas, we’ll have a lotta fun at my house, but you gotta take me to Japan. Popp, banana time is definitely on.

Say hi to junior for me. McDannel. Zultan! Leonard, go ahead, stick me x for eating my dinner. Newbold. Cooper and Dolan, you guys have fun, but you need to remember your stories for the reunion. Just keep that in mind. Volz, why you angry now?

Carrillo, fix your amp. Weaver, leave the rodents alone. Paul, good luck being a bitter dive bum. Johnson, it’s on this sum­ mer. Jimmy, thanks for makin’ me Spanglish speak. Carnet, keep it up. Carwile, the Xbox is mine. Michalski, don’t worry, one of our teams will take out the Flyers, but the Stars will always be better. The machine don’t lose, iron man. Hobbs, my state’s better than yours. Marcos, just chill. Kim, I’m onto you.

Brown, you’re number 1. Cruzens, you guys are neat. Seniors, never forget the score of 48-33. Peace...

ACADEMICS - Honor Roll (3,4) ACTIVITIES - George Davison. ‘68.

Broadcast Trophy (4). Pearl Green Whitney Journalism Award (4). Jour­ nalism (4) and Broadcast Journalism (4) ATHLETICS - Varsity Basketball (3).

Rangers (4) and Intramural Basketball (3) MILITARY- Honor Guard (4), Maroon Bar (4). Military Police (4), Parade Rib­ bon (3,4), Rifle Ribbon (3,4) and Com­ pany Competition Ribbon (3.4)

Sgt. 1st Class Ryan Mathis 2-year cadet

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First of all I would like to thank God because without Him I could not have completed these four years at MMA. Second and probably more inspiring to me, 1 want to thank my mother.

We’ve been through a lot together since I’ve been here and without her I couldn’t have made it. Thanks, Mom. Sis, thanks for getting my back for these four years. Just think, now I get to come home and bug you. Ha ha ;) Moving on... Mark, from roommates to competitors, you’re still like a brother. Thanks for all the good times. Just one little phrase to remember: "Plastic is the root of all evil.” Jeremy, thanks for all the help you’ve given me. I enjoyed living on your floor last year and 1 hope you enjoyed living on mine.

Tyler, we really didn’t spent a lot of time together before this year but we had some really good times. You definitely have been my most colorful roommate and I’ve loved every second of it. Taylor. "Ohhh My ZAAAAA!!!” Ha ha. We had some good times. Paul, what’s up, my XO? All your passes have been revoked. Zach, you want some battle? Good luck next year.

Enrique B, peppermints watch out, let’s go run. WAH. from 1st Sgt. to Lt. I was glad to have you as my 1st Sgt. Shuhei, choke yourself. Awright, that’s what I thought. Good luck Dawg. Pe­ ter, eeeehhhhhh grips-o-fun on the road trip. Gonna miss you Peta. Tom, good luck with college. Wangster T. Luke, I wish you could have been here last year too, but we definitely had good times this year. Christmas ‘02, ha ha.

Danny Dawg, good luck with college buddy. Weaver, what can 1 say? 1 had fun in the hotel that one lime. Lenny. I am proud to have you in our graduating class and I am very proud of the class respect. I’ll come see you at T-Slate next year.

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragcrc (3.4) , Delta Phi (3), Academic Distinc­ tion - Humanities/Honors Biology II (4).

Foreign Language Ribbon (3) and Honor Roll (2,3,4) ACTIVITIES - Boy Scouts (3), Vespers Reader (3) ATHLETICS - M-Club (3), Varsity Football Captain (4), Varsity Football (4), Varsity Baseball (2,3), Intramural Basketball (1), Football Manager (1), 600 lb. and 1200 lb. Weightlifting Clubs (2), President’s Physical Fitness Award (2.4) , JROTC Physical Fitness Award (2.4) and Rangers (2) MILITARY- Military Order of the World Wars Award (3), William S. Lowe Trophy for Senior Showing Best Im­ provement (4), LET Military Class Rib­ bon (2), Honor Guard (1,2,3,4), Ma­ roon Bar (3,4), Fusileers (1,2,3,4), Color Guard (2,3), Parade Ribbon (1,2,3.4), Soldiers Bar (3,4), Rifle Ribbon (4) and Commendation Ribbon (1.3)

Mike Metelskiy First and foremost. I’d like to give praise to God for not giving up on me even when I gave up on Him. I’d like to thank my mom and all my family members that supported me throughout the years. I would also like to thank my one and only, Anna.

Girl, if it wasn’t for you and your love, I probably wouldn’t be here right now. You stuck by my side when everyone else left me. I will never forget that. I love you. This is for those certain few that didn’t want to see me make it, you know who you are.

As much as you stand in front of the sun, sooner or later it will have its time to shine, and no one can ever stop the sun from shining. All I have to say to you is that I wish you the best in life and may you change your ways before your ways change you.

Last but not least, I would like to thank Perez JM for teaching me how to play. Your patience is greatly appreciated. Stay up, homie! And stop procrastinating, Lachev. As much as I don’t agree with what you’re doing, I still got love for you. Do your thing, kid, and show these suckers how we do it!! If I forgot to mention you, then I guess you weren’t important enough for me to remember you. I’m out. Peace.

Cpl. Mike Metelskiy 2-year cadet

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ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragere (3,4), Foreign Language Ribbon (3) and Honor Roll (3,4) ACTIVITIES - Art Ribbon (3) ATHLETICS - Varsity Wrestling (3) MILITARY- Honor Guard (4), Parade Ribbon (4) and Rifle Ribbon (4)

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Thank you God for giving me lhe opportunity to be part of this generation, and for giving me the most important per­ son in my life. I love you. Mom. You have always been there to support me. no matter what. To my brother, my best friend, and my godfathers for being there and supporting me since I was born, and to my family: thanks for everything.

Thanks also to my teachers who helped me make it through the year, especially Lt. Ray, Cpt. Herrick, Maj. McClarey, Cpt. Munson, 1st Sgt. Seibert and 1st Sgt. Jacobson.

Thanks to Paul, my leader and good friend; to Barker, my squad leader who showed me how to have a good time at MMA; and of course to my senior class — Perez JD. Carrillo C. Capistran, the Moreno brothers. Barreda. Hernandez, Nuza, Day, Zaragoza. Perez JM. Jimenez V. Alejandre, Andrade and Metelskiy. Thanks to my friends in the underclass: Olmos (for always helping me out). Yoest, Serna, Neyra, Duncil, Contreras.

Avelar. Tanaka, Ritchie J, Brown, Gonzalez R, Cantu, Lopez S, Quintanilla ("#1 Compadre”), Wiesman, Sada, Chapa, Dorantes, Bulos, Roth, Marcos. Zayas, the Mier brothers, Sanchez A, Martinez B. Paras, Rodriguez C, Lujan, Ramos and of course to Wang T. Volz, Newbold, McDannel and Dolan, to the Care Bears and to Capi. I will always remember my platoon. Delta 3rd. the best one. Thanks to everyone that I did not mention.

I will miss you all!

ACADEMICS - Foreign Language Rib­ bon (4) and Honor Roll (4) ACTIVITIES - Men’s Chorus (4) MILITARY- Maroon Bar (4). Parade Ribbon (4), Soldiers Bar (4). and Rifle Ribbon (4)

Pvt. 1st Class Juan Molina 1-year cadet

Luis Moreno First of all, I wanna say thanks to my dad and my mom for everything they gave me. Thanks also to all of my friends who were with me this school year. To Waller, to Sanchez-Ariola, to Cabildo, to Nuza, to Avelar, to Bulos. to Obando, to Mauricio Espinosa (whom I know will come back; good luck to him), to Lopez S, to Andrade, to Sada. to Zaragoza, to Carrillo’s broth­ ers. to Macias, to Parra, to Gonzalez V, to Capistran. to Gonzalez A, to Mucino, to Perez JD. to Perez JM. to Garcia, to Jiminez V, to Resendez, to Barreda, to Molina, to Marcos (He will come back too; good luck to him), to Hernandez S, to my brother Mario Moreno (because he helped me a lot and I consider him one of my best friends), to Salome, and to Mrs. Trembley.

Thanks to everybody for everything. Good luck to the people who will come back and to the people who won’t. Good luck and take care of yourselves. I wanna say thank you to all of the faculty: to my company mentor CSM Williams, to Lt. Col. Medley, to Lt. Col. Matlosz, to Maj. McClarey, to Cpt. Blair, to Col. Kelly and to 1st Sgt. Seibert. I especially wanna say thank you to my best teachers, Lt. Ray and Lt. Col. Ray. for all their hospitality when they brought us to their house. Rays, when you go to Morelia, Mich., Mexico, call us. Thanks, everybody, for everything. Have a good year and take care of yourselves.

ACTIVITIES - Men’s Chorus (4) and Evensong (4) MILITARY- Parade Ribbon (4) and Soldiers Bar (4)

A k Pvt. Luis Moreno 1 -year cadet

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2nd Lt. Mario Moreno Echo 3rd Platoon Leader 2-year cadet

First. I want to thank my parents for supporting me all through this time, for looking out for me. and for giving me the best they can. I want to say that I really do appreciate this, and all they have done for me.

I want to thank all the faculty members, espeically Lt. Col. Medley. Lt. Col. Gillette. Col. Kelly. CSM Williams, Cpt. Kronquist. Sgt. 1st Class Norfus. Lt. Col. Ray. Lt. Ray (My advisor that supported me all the time. I’ll miss you ma’am).

Cpt Reynard. Col. Rosendahl, Cpt. Pemberton. 1st Sgt. Seibert, Maj. McClarey (even if he does not want to say goodbye to a "senior"). Cpt. Shoemaker. Cpt. Giuseffi. and all the other fac­ ulty members 1 did not mention but who always helped me out.

I want to say goodbye and wish good luck to my friends, the "SENIORS” of the Class of 2003: Nuza. Perez JD. Stephenson, Capistran. Crawford, Hernandez, Perez JE. Barreda, Day. Carrillo. Jimenez V, and all the others; and of course all the best to my brother Moreno L. Brother. I wish you just the best in life, and thank you for everything.

1 want to wish good luck to all the underclassmen. I hope they all do well next year, especially Gonzalez L, Espinosa, Mier CH. Mier CE, Sanchez, Waller, Marcos. Obando. Martinez E, Long. Lujan, Davila, Macias, Martinez B, Torres, Lopez.

Muela and the others that 1 didn’t mention.

Finally. I want to say that I will never forgel the two years 1 spent in this school, and I will never forgel the good friends I made. I wish you all the best, and good luck.

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragcre (3.4) . Delta Phi (3), Academic Distinc­ tions - Honors Biology II (4), Foreign Language Ribbon (3) and Honor Roll (3.4) ACTIVITIES - Dramaleers (3). Men’s Chorus (4) and Evensong (4) ATHLETICS - Varsity Swimming (3.4).

Varsity Tennis Captain (4). Varsity Ten­ nis (3.4) and President’s Physical Fit­ ness Award (4) MILITARY- Association of US Army Medal for Determined Leadership (4), Honor Guard (4), Maroon Bar (4). Pa­ rade Ribbon (4), JROTC Summer Camp (4). Company Competition Ribbon (3.4) , Rifle Ribbon (3,4) and Academic Insignia (4)

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What’s going on. everybody? Mom. Dad. I would like to thank you for sending me away to military school for six long years. Thanks. No. but for real, thanks to all my family mem­ bers for all of your support. You don’t know how much you all mean to me. Dolan, you don't know how much you've helped me out this year. 1 look up to you. man. and you helped keep me sane. You've taught me so much. I will really miss all those fun times we had together, and 1'11 miss you and love you till the end. Cooper, you helped keep me in check with reality. You're the best friend a guy could have. Day, we've been there for each other since we came here. I’ll remember all the times we were at your house causing trouble, and all those battles that we had.

Roth, it’s been a good year. We’ve had a lol of fun together and 1 wish you luck next year. bud. Mike, you are the best room­ mate that I’ve ever had. You helped me get through a lol this year and kept me from doing some stupid things. Zah. Volz, you little man. you kept me laughing ever since I’ve met you.

You're a cool little bridge troll. Wang. I had a lot of good times with you. I needed a good friend like you. Paul, thank you for being there. You always told it like it was. I knew that I could talk to you about anything. Stephens, you’re a good guy and you mean a lot to me. Horton, you. Zach. Harryman and I have been through a lol together and it’s been great. Yoest, Cruzens A and J and Descamps, you guys always made things belter. And to all of my friends, you’ve made all of my years here better. 1 couldn’t have asked for anything else from you guys. You’re the best and I’ll never forgel you. You made everything memo­ rable for me and I hope that I have been as big a part of your life as you have been of mine, newbe23@hotmail.com

ACADEMICS - Honor Roll (3.4) ACTIVITIES - CMC Music Festival Solo - Superior 1st (3). Drum Major (3). Curt Milburn. ‘55. Award for Bu­ gler (2). Streep Brothers Band Award (3), Col. Paul Cherches Award for Most Valuable Band Member (3), Cadet Council Treasurer (4). Band (1.2.3.4), Vespers Reader (4). Chapel Worker (2.3). Boy Scouts (2). Taps Team (3) and Evensong (2.3) ATHLETICS - M-Club (2,3), Varsity Soccer (1,2,3), Varsity Basketball (I).

All-State Golf Selection (3), Most Im­ proved Golfer (3). Varsity Golf (1.2,3).

President’s Physical Fitness Award (4) and JROTC Physical Fitness Award (4) MILITARY- Retired Officers Associa­ tion Medal (3). Daughters of the Ameri­ can Revolution Award (4), Richard Cooper. ‘82, Plaque for the Cadet with the Longest Tenure (4). Company Competition Ribbon (1,3), LET Mili­ tary Class Ribbon (2,3), Maroon Bar (2,3.4), Parade Ribbon (1,3.4). Soldiers Bar (2,3) and Rifle Ribbon (4) MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbon (1,3)

Oscar Nuza First of all I want to thank my parents for giving me the opportunity to experience a different way to live my life here at MMA. There are so many things I could say about how much this school helped me to mature and become a better person, but I just want to say thank you to my mom. dad. grandparents and uncles. I don’t think I could ever repay them for this, so I just want to say thank you for everything. And I want to say goodbye to my friends at MMA, especially to the Mier broth­ ers. Ancona. Maldonado. Obando. Martinez E and B. Paras.

Walther. Sanchez, Lopez and Long. Well you know, it’s just one more year and you will know how this song goes: next year is senior year for most of you so keep it up. make no less than lieutenant. While you are here, think very hard on what you are going to do. think of what goals you all are going to achieve for the rest of your life, because after this is real life. I just wish the best for all of you. And for my seniors, we made it, and I want to see you all outside. I want to say goodbye to Moreno M, (See you in Gdl.) Carrillo (See you in Cali, dog).

Perez JD, Gonzalez V, Parra. Perez JE. Zaragoza. Moreno L (Too many questions), Jimenez V (See you in Gdl.), Molina and Alejandre. And this is goodbye to my gringo friends: Stephenson (My country boy), Popp (No more silence), Metelskiy, the Cruzen brothers and if I forgot anybody. I’ll still remember you. Well, this is me saying goodbye, and to Neyra and Gonzalez A, I hope to see you psychedelics. If you need something. I’ll be on o_nuza24@hotmail.com.

ATHLETICS - Varsity Golf (4), President’s Physical Fitness Award (4) and JROTC Physical Fitness Award (4) MILITARY- Maroon Bar (4). Fusileers (4). Military Police (3). Parade Ribbon (4). Honor Guard (4), Rifle Ribbon (4) and Academic Insignia (4) MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbon (4)

Cpl. Oscar Nuza 2-yearcadet

Juan Parra To start out with I never thought 1 would make it. It seemed so long. One year at MMA away from my parents, friends and home. Once I got here I found I was accepted right away. I made friends quickly and lime went by fast. One year seems like a week now that it is all over. Thank you Mom and Dad for allowing me the opportunity and never giving up on me even after two years of bad grades, fights and arguments. Thank you to all my friends back home who kept in touch with me. Thank you to the faculty, especially Lt. Ray for always making En­ glish fun and being the only teacher who wanted me to go on stage. I want to thank Cpl. Reynard for always taking me on her DPs and Sgt. Major for always reminding me what I should be doing. Thank you to all my friends I made in my one year at MMA. Capistran, "Give me back my pen." Perez JM. "Hotmail, where’s your speech?” Barreda. "Are you leaving or not?”

Zaragoza. "Victoria Secrets?" Strehl, "I did it because of the seven Army values.” De la Puente. "Watch out for Bojangles."

Popp. “You can win over all the ladies with those huge muscles."

Newbold, “Yes. I have the accounting homework." Nuza, "You finally made it to college." Maldonado. “The best assistant I ever had.” Gonzalez, "What up?" Ritchie. Hernandez. Alejandre.

"Let’s get Grimshaw.” Rendon. "Laredo crew.” Ramos. “Laredo crew." Jiminez V, “Give me back my Brittany Spears CD." Fuchigami, “I’ll be waiting for you out in Oregon." Wang T. "Shabam.” McDannel, “I am still tougher than you.” Garcia, “I stuck you.” Torres J, Lachev, Dolan, Stephenson, Stephens, Charbonneau. Volz, Paul, Carnet. Yoest and anyone else I may have forgotten. Thank you everyone. Good luck next year.

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragere (4), Academic Distinction - Account­ ing I (4) and Honor Roll (4) ACTIVITIES - Cadet Council (4) ATHLETICS - President's Physical Fit­ ness Award (4) and JROTC Physical Fitness Award (4) MILITARY- Maroon Bar (4), Fusileers (4). Parade Ribbon (4) Rifle Ribbon (4) and Academic Insignia (4) MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbon (4)

Sgt. Juan Parra 1-year cadet

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David Paul

1st Lt. David Paul Delta Company Executive Officer 4-year cadet

I finally had to grow up and become independent. I learned many lessons here that 1 never would have learned at home.

Here I was forced to take pride in what I was doing and was given responsibility over other people. I would have never done it without the following people: McDannel. Volz (Spring Break ’03). Day (Almost made it to Europe), Capistran, Dolan (Bro). Newbold (The bench). Popp, Parra (No cake for you), Alejandre (Go fly), Barreda. Molina. Stephens. Stephenson and Wang. And of course there is the faculty that pushed me into insanity... Lt. Ray, Lt. Col. Pelham. Maj. Treadway, Sgt. 1st Class Norfus. 1st Sgt. Jacobson, 1st Sgt. Seibert. Lt. Col. Rosendahl. Lt. Col. Matlosz. Cpt. Shoemaker, and Maj. McClarey.

I’d also like to thank the platoon that made me look so good.

Delta 3rd. You guys were great; you worked hard, put up with me. and still kept a sense of humor. Thank you for your coop­ eration. Roth, despite our differences, it was fun working with you. And finally I’d like to thank all my supporters on the home front: Aunt Jenn and Uncle Brian for always being there for me; Uncle Brian for employing me summer after summer; and Bill and Jenn. my nearest siblings who have always supported me, yet whom I doubt know I’m graduating this year. (Just kidding guys. I appreciate everything). Mom and Dad. you did what was best for the family, and I know if I had to do it all over I would have done the exact same thing. I love you both. And finally I’d like to (hank Liz. my best friend, for listening to me whine and complain for four years and still insisting that I could finish it off...without you I could not have done it.

Class of ’03 - You guys are my brothers, my closest family.

Keep in touch. It was an honor graduating next to you guys.

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragcre (3.4). Foreign Language Ribbon (3).

Academic Distinction - Honors English IV (4) and Honor Roll (2,3,4) ACTIVITIES - Men’s Chorus (4), Jour­ nalism (2), Acolyte (3), Vespers Reader (2,3) and Evensong (4) ATHLETICS - Intramural Football (3).

Football Manager (2,3) and Intramural Basketball (I) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (2,3). Honor Guard (4). Maroon Bar (2,3,4). Parade Ribbon (2.3.4), JROTC Summer Camp (2,3), Soldiers Bar (4), Expert Marksmanship Medal (4). Commendation Ribbon (2), Com­ pany Competition Ribbon (2) and Aca­ demic Insignia (3,4) Ambassadors MISCELLANEOUS Ribbon (4)

Jesus Perez Three good years have passed, and I can’t believe that at last I am going to graduate from MMA. I want to give thanks to God for letting me finish school, and I also want to thank my dad and my mom for all their support while I was al MMA. I would like to thank people who are more than friends to me: Zaragoza. Gonzalez V, Nuza. Carrillo C, Moreno M, Garcia, Jimenez V and Molina. Thanks too to the underclassmen: Ancona. Mier CH, Walther, Dorantes, Martinez B. Rendon, Contreras. Espinosa. Martinez E. Salome, Espada. Muela, Marcos, Obando. Ramos, and my friend Porras. (He already graduated from MMA but we have a lot of fun.) Echo 1st is the best floor in the battalion. I know you will be with me always. A new life is about to start — enjoy it!

Pvt. 1st Class Jesus Perez 1 -year cadet

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ACADEMICS - Foreign Language Rib­ bon (4) MILITARY- Maroon Bar (4), Parade Ribbon (4). Company Competition Rib­ bon (4) and Rifle Ribbon (4)

Jose Perez I'm happy to graduate. You all have loved ones, but for those who have girlfriends back home (like Mier CH who wanted me to mention him in this quote), there is a good saying that goes. “Love that far is love for those stupid enough.”

Don’t overestimate the power of love, though; it could bring you good thoughts and memories over those lonely nights.

They say it’s better if you get a room by yourself. I was told that there aren’t going to be any more rooms for seniors. I guess you're gonna have to share next year. Sorry. As for the barber that stuck me over 60 tours this year, I wish...I wish him luck, as the only thing he wanted for me was healthy exercise with Sgt. 1st Class Norfus. I want to congratulate my friend Lance Cpl. Perez JD in his successful year full of promotions and for his attempt to reach his goals fairly and with honor. He is one of the cadets that most practiced the “I will not lie, cheat or steal” that this school emphasizes.

I think I might end my quote with a little song. “Senior quote/Senior quote/don’l get me wrong for what I wrote/All I wanted was a little note.../But yet this quote it won’t/Be long enough to tell you all I want/Enough of games to play/It's time for me to say/Next year it might be more.”

ACADEMICS - Honor Roll (4) MILITARY- Parade Ribbon (4)

Pvt. Jose Perez 1-year cadet

Juan Perez ACADEMICS - Eugene Lamm Award for Most Improved ESL Student (2).

Foreign Language Ribbon (3) and Honor Roll (3.4) ATHLETICS - Intramural Football (3).

President’s Physical Fitness Award (4) and JROTC Physical Fitness Award (2.4) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (3), Parade Ribbon (3,4). Company Competition Ribbon (2,3) and Rifle Rib­ bon (3.4) MISCELLANEOUS Ambassadors Ribbon (3,4)

Lance Cpl. Juan Perez 3-yearcadet

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Jeremiah Popp My life here is over. I will go on to start a new one some­ place else. Before 1 go I want to thank the people who have helped me and give a few words to the people left to carry on.

First, thanks to God for all his help, and to my family who has always been there for me. Thank you. Cpt. Kronquist, for al­ ways standing up for me and being there. Maj. Treadway and Sergeant Major, thank you for all the help to the high road.

Coach Herrick. Lt. Col. Gillette, Top. Sgt. Norfus, Father Fallis.

Cpt. Reynard and Lt. Ray. thanks for everything. Mark, I con­ sider you my brother. Danny, my good song and neighbor.

Lenny, you are trouble in a truck. Mac. Pete, some of my great­ est limes were with you two running around Echo. Volz, hey man. we grew up together on D2. Mac, Dolan, Parra. Newbold, Wang. Horton. Day, Paul. Capi. Nuzi — what a time we had here.

Cooper, what a long time down there, huh? Had a good time with you. Carry on, Espi. Roth. Cable, Tanaka, Chewy. Soon it will be your turn. Juniors, you can do it too. Carry on. Echo. To the people I did not mention, sorry. Now to you all, farewell.

There is no past, present, or future, only the memories — good, bad, carried by the winds of lime, forever on...

“Jeremonski”

Cpt. Jeremiah Popp Battalion Logistics Officer 4-year cadet

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragere (3,4), Delta Phi Secretary (4), Delta Phi (3.4) , Academic Distinction - English IV/Accounting I (4) and Honor Roll (1.2.3.4)

ACTIVITIES - Cadet Council (2,3). An Ribbon (1.3), Vespers Reader (2,3.4), Chapel Worker (4) and Evensong (4) ATHLETICS - Athlete of the Year (4).

Best Defensive Basketball Plater (3,4).

Varsity Basketball Captain (3,4), Var­ sity Basketball (1,3,4), Best 1st Year Bas­ ketball Player (1), Varsity Football (1.4) , Most Improved Football Play (4), Varsity Soccer (3), Intramural Bas­ ketball (3). 600 lb. and 1200 lb Weightlifting Clubs (2), President's Physical Fitness Award (4), JROTC Physical Fitness Award (2,4) and Rang­ ers (2) MILITARY- Honor Guard (2,4), Ma­ roon Bar (1,2,3,4), Color Guard (2).

Parade Ribbon (1,2,3,4), Soldiers Bar (1.2.3.4) . Rifle Ribbon (4), Commen­ dation Ribbon (2,4). Company Com­ petition Ribbon (1,2,3) and Academic Insignia (4) MISCELLANEOUS Ambassadors Ribbon (4)

Matthew Schwind This place has had a major impact on my life and it has set me in a direction that I might not be going if I hadn’t come here.

Looking back I am glad I came here but I am also happy that I am leaving. Now that that is out of the way... Lt. Col. G., thanks for always being there. P.S.. turtle wax is on sale. Maj. Ableman, you might be insane but you’re the best teacher I ever had.

Echo 2nd. you were really a pain sometimes but 1 am glad I was stuck with you. Wang, don’t speak in any public places or around anyone with a gun or a nightstick. Stephenson, put my cookies down. Chihuahua, drop the dip. Cable, when’s your next movie coming out? For all the juniors, if you want to have a good senior year and not get busted, just think of what I would do, and do the opposite. To all the seniors, have a great life.

We’re out of here.

1 st Lt. Matthew Schwind Echo 2nd Platoon Leader 3-year cadet

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ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragere (3,4), Foreign Language Ribbon (3) and Honor Roll (2,3,4) ACTIVITIES - Art Ribbon (2) and Men’s Chorus (2) ATHLETICS - Varsity Golf (2,3,4) MILITARY- Honor Guard (3,4), Ma­ roon Bar (4). Military Police (3).

Fusileers (3,4), Parade Ribbon (3.4), Soldiers Bar (4), Rifle Ribbon (3.4) and Company Competition Ribbon (3) MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbon (3)

Leonard Stephens 1 would like to start out with thanks to the teachers for inspiring in us the will to learn and better ourselves during our careers at the Academy. Whether we admit it or not, you guys were always there for us. and it is sincerely appreciated.

More importantly, though, I would like to thank my fellow seniors for making the year wonderful and more than I could ever have hoped for. I would especially like to thank Dolan and Wang for their happy faces and joyful hearts. Thanks to Newbold, rny fellow movie producer. Stephenson and Popp, thanks for always giving me the best seat, and yes the door will open. Volz and McDannel, what can I say? Zaahhhh!!! Gonzalez, thanks for teaching me Spanish in the mess hall and on front campus.

Paul, thanks for keeping me in line and politely pointing out to me whenever 1 was wrong. Charbonneau, thanks for giving me a good kick whenever I needed it.

May God bless and keep all of the seniors all the days of our lives. (Remember, even if you don’t believe in God, he believes in you.)

Well, this is the end of our yellow-brick road, and now we will begin a brand new journey, with fanciful faces, strenuous studies, and clever companions. We will soon forget the trials and hardships we experienced (and we all have). The pain, though, will subside, leaving a sense of warmth (that’s been with us all along), and we will rejoice and tell our story of laughter, life, and love. As a comrade and. hopefully, friend, I ask you, not necessarily to remember, because we will all for­ get, but as you travel down life’s highway, do recount your story to anyone willing to listen. In this way, we will be immor­ talized as the Senior Class of 2003.

ACADEMICS - Valedictorian, Charles I. Wall Cup (4), Dr. James C. Olson Award (4). Sen. Eagleton Plaquc(4). Academic Fourragere (123.4).

Delta Phi (23.4). Spelling Bee Winner (2). For­ eign Language Ribbon (2.4). Academic Distinc­ tion - Honors Calculus/Honors Government and Economics/Honors English IV/Honors Business Law/Honors French IV (4) and Honor Roll (2.3.4) ACTIVITIES - Cadet Council (23.4). Cadet Coun­ cil President (4). Band (1,23.4). Art Ribbon (2).

Vespers Reader (3.4), Chapel Worker (4) and Evensong (23.4) ATHLEI ICS - Joe D. Bailey Award (4). M-Club (2.3.4) . Varsity Football Captain (4). Varsity Foot­ ball (2,3.4), Football MVP (4). Varsity Wrestling Captain (3,4), Varsity Wrestling (1,2,3.4). Wres­ tling MVP (4), Slate Wrestling Selection (4).

Intramural Football (3), 600 lb. and 1200 lb.

Weightlifting Clubs (2). JROTC Physical Fitness Award (2) and Rangers (23) MILITARY- Legion of Honor (4). Gen. MacArthur Award (4). JROTC Recruiting Com­ mand Achievement Award (3). Meritas Plaque (3.4) , Fritsch Plaque (3), Superior Cadet (3.4).

LET Military Class Ribbon (23), Honor Guard (4), Maroon Bar (2.3.4). Soldiers Bar (3.4), Parade Ribbon (23.4). Rifle Ribbon (4), Commendation Ribbon (23.4), Company Competition Ribbon (3) and Academic Insignia (3,4) MISCELLANEOUS - Wittman Plaque (4), Alumni Plaque (4). Danforth Plaque (4). Bohm Medal (4), Most Versatile Cadet (4) and Hooten Fellowship Cup (4)

Maj. Leonard Stephens Battalion Commander 4-year cadet

Mark Stephenson Before Sgt. Norfus left he told me that there will always come a time when you must move on. For the seniors of 2003, that time has come. I guess the way to start this thing would be to thank the person that made it all possible, the person that stood behind me even when things got too tough to bear: my mother. I love you. Mom. Thank you for everything you have done for me. Good luck to all the juniors next year, to my three platoon sergeants Espinosa. Martinez E and Gonzalez L. I wouldn’t have been able to do anything this year without you guys, thank you. To everyone in Echo, I couldn’t be any more proud of a group of guys than I am of you all — hooah. Sorry Charlie. McDannel, we have had some times, many of which we will never forget. Lucky us. huh? Popp. Dany, you guys were like the brothers I never had. Stephens. I don’t care what they say, you did good. man. We will all remember our little expedition through Columbia on the floor boards. Dolan, Newbold, Carrillo C, Paul, Crawford, Volz and Moreno, I'll miss you guys, and please Wang, for your own sake, don’t say anything stupid. Nuza, one of these days I’ll get into techno.

Cpt. Kronquist, Sgt. Norfus, Lt. Col. Gillette, thank you for all your help and guidance. You helped make me who I am now.

Mrs. Trembley, you were the best academic secretary I’ve ever known. Maj. Treadway, well, what can I say? One of these days we’ll have to show Mr. Clark how to fish. Cable, your time is coming. Just remember everything we taught you on Charlie 1st. For everyone I left out, please don't feel bad, you will be missed greatly. To the class of 2003. 1 will miss you all. Just remember the friendships we’ve made here and when things start getting tough, never forget where you came from.

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragere (3.4) . Delta Phi (3), and Honor Roll (1.2.3.4) ACTIVITIES - Cadet Council Vice Presi­ dent (4). Vespers Reader (4). Chapel Worker (3.4) and Boy Scouts (3) ATHLETICS - Varsity Football Captain (4). Varsity Football (3.4). Varsity Base­ ball Captain (4), Varsity Baseball (2.3.4).

600 lb. Weightlifting Club (2). JROTC Physical Fitness Award (2) and Rangers (2) MILITARY- Meritas Plaque for Excel­ lence in Discipline (3), Col. Jerome G. Harris Cup for Soldierly Qualities (4).

Outstanding Company Commander (4), Class of 1968 Freshman Leadership Award (1). LET Military Class Ribbon (2,3), Honor Guard (2,3,4). Maroon Bar (1.2.3.4) . Soldiers Bar (3.4). Parade Rib­ bon (1,2,3.4), Rifle Ribbon (4). Com­ mendation Ribbon (3,4), Company Competition Ribbon (3) and Academic Insignia (4) Ambassadors MISCELLANEOUS Ribbon (4)

Cpt. Mark Stephenson Echo Company Commander 4-yearcadet

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Steve Strehl

Staff Sgt. Steve Strehl 2-yearcadet

Life here at MMA was ok. I mean, if it weren’t for the teasing and help from my friends. I wouldn’t have come back for a second year. To all the guys that didn’t come back, they missed out. I never thought this year would have so many goofups and funny things happen as there were even in any one given day. Hobbs and Bozarth, without you and the faculty, we’d’ve been bored. If it wasn’t for hanging out with Andy B., Andy H. and the unfortunate Bush. I would probably be hang­ ing out with Stephenson or Dolan or any of those weird guys, although getting hit in the foot still reminds me of having the chance to play baseball junior year. Weaver, if you wouldn’t’ve made any cracks and jokes as you always did, I don’t think Drama would be where it is today. Thanks Stephenson. Dolan and Stephens, for being there when I learned that 1 am fat. The main dudes are guys that were the best of friends of ’03. Turnage, you are still a freak and Turnbull, you can’t dance right. Thank you Cpt. Keveney for being the best teacher I've ever had. I appreciated the love from General Trembley even if she made you think she was younger than 30 years old. A big thank you for Lt. Ray and Cpt. Riney for still being in Drama even though we all knew they couldn’t stand us at times. Also for Lt. Col. Ray — I will still say I held the cool stuff at the Soldier’s Memorial and you didn’t. Oh. and Cpt. Kronquist, what is the fourth point of contact? And no. Star Trek is not involved.

ACADEMICS - Honor Roll (3.4) ACTIVITIES - Dramalcers (3.4), Ar Ribbon (4) and Vespers Reader (4) ATHLETICS - Varsity Football (4) MILITARY- Maroon Bar (4). Parade Ribbon (4), Soldiers Bar (4) and Rifle Ribbon (4)

Taylor Volz

1st Lt. Taylor Volz Battalion Operations Officer 4-yearcadet

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CAN YOU BELIEVE THIS!? Seems like yesterday I was a scared freshman that couldn’t understand his platoon leader’s English; now, like the rest of the seniors, I‘m writing this the night before it’s due. First. I would like to thank God for helping me out, especially my sophomore year, and for that wonderful cadet hospital care. My grandfather: you always have taken care of the family and thank you for the wonderful op­ portunity. You sir, are a true gentleman. The whole family, especially you, Mom: you always fought for me and listened to me. Thanks, I love you guys. Thanks to the faculty: Sgt. 1st Class Norfus, CSM Williams, 1st Sgt. Jacobson, 1st Sgt. Seibert, Maj. Treadway (STOP WHISTLING!), Cpt. Giuseffi, Lt. Ray, Lt. Col. Gillette, General Trembley, Lt. Col. Rosendahl, Maj. McClarey, all the faculty members that gave me trouble (I prob­ ably gave you more) and past faculty members (Baum, Brown, Merrill). Whittle & Volz! Thanks for torturing us during sports camp and for the constant reality check. Good luck to the jun­ iors next year. Thanks to Espinosa (DI), Fountain. Barker, Marcos. Gonzalez L, Long, Roth. Ellison, Yoest, Joey, Winslow and the crew. Whittle: remember that gas mask full of Pepsi?....Crazy times, man. To my band — I had fun playing with you guys: Weaver. Carrillo, Earl and Mathis (RIP)...OUT OF UNIFORM RULZ!! Seniors -- Molina. Capistran, Gonzalez V, Fuchigami. Alejandre. Stephenson, Horton, Stephens, Day, Cooper, and all those in the VIO Crew (Very Important Officer): Paul, Wang, Dolan, Newbold and McDannel. Through all the good and the bad, we kept each other laughing; we never stopped.

We could always count on one another, and we truly are a band of brothers. I’M OUT! SENIORS ‘03!!!!

ACADEMICS - Academic Fourragere (1.2.3.4) . Delta Phi (2.3.4). Spelling Plaque (3), Academic Distinction - Gov­ ernment and Economics/Honors En­ glish IV/Honors Biology II (4) and Honor Roll (1,2,3,4) ACTIVITIES - Cadet Council (3). An Ribbon (1,2), Band (1,2,3), Vespers Reader (2,3.4) and Chapel Worker ATHLETICS - McDonough Trophy fo; the Best 120-pound Athlete, Varsity Cross Country Captain (4). Varsity Cross Country (2,3,4). Cross Country MVF (4), Varsity Track Captain (4), Varsity Track (3.4). President’s Physical Fitness Award (2.4). JROTC Physical FitnesAward (2.4). Best Rangers 1st Sergean: (2) and Rangers (1,2.3) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib bon (2), Honor Guard (3). Maroon Ba (1.2.3.4) . Fusileers (3.4). Parade Rib­ bon (1.4), Soldiers Bar (3). Rifle Ribbon (4), Commendation Ribbon (L2-.

Company Competition (1,2.3) and Aca demic Insignia (4)

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S-E-N-I-O-R-S! Oh man, we’re going to be new freshman meat again9 Anyway, I hope you guys have a blast in college.

Keep in touch. Fuchi - you and Chow are great guys! Parra hey snooze, SHAB A AM! Schwind - What else? I have to thank you and your family the most for helping so much. THANKS. Popp - Work hard, macho man, so your little brother can’t beat you up! Stephenson - 6th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th...what’s next?

Bloomington rules. Carrillo C - Good luck with everything. De la Puente - Coolest islander I ever knew. And to all the home boys of Delta: Barreda - 1 can beat you in soccer any day. Day - You’re one big Indian. Horton - I can spin the stick more limes than you ever can. Molina - YA MAN! Paul - AHOY MATEY, I think I see a... Stephens - I gotta give it to you, you did good this year. Weaver - Leave it to beaver. And finally, my home dawgs: Newbold - You don’t have ugly feet. Maybe stinky, but not ugly. McDannel - Good luck stud! Volz - Milk DOES help the body grow! Cooper - You are the nicest and coolest guy to be around. And finally, to my best friend for these 3 years at MMA: We have been through a lot together, learned a lot, and of course shared a lot, even though you smell sometimes. I still love ya, Pete. Keep in touch! Lights out, the Asian-Persuasion is oultie. Peace!

ACADEMICS - Eugene Lamm Award (4).

Delta Phi President (4). Academic Fourragere (2,3,4), Delta Phi (2,3,4), Academic Distinc­ tion - Honors Calculus (4), Foreign Language Ribbon (3) and Honor Roll (2,3,4) ACTIVITIES - Sen. Christopher Bond Award for Most Effective Councilman (4), Cadet Council Recording Secretary (4), Cadet Coun­ cil (2,4), Boy Scouts (2), Vespers Reader (2) and Chapel Worker (3,4) ATHLETICS - M-Club President (4), M-Club (2.3.4) , Varsity Basketball Captain (4), Var­ sity Basketball (2,3,4), Varsity Football Cap­ tain (4), Varsity Football (2,3,4), Intramural Football (1), Intramural Basketball (1.3), 600 lb. and 1200 lb. Weightlifting Clubs (2), President’s Physical Fitness Award (4) and JROTC Physical Fitness Award (2,4) MILITARY- Superior Cadet (2), Assistant Provost Marshal (3), LET Military Class Rib­ bon (3), Honor Guard (3,4), Maroon Bar (3.4), Military Police (2,3). Parade Ribbon (3,4), Soldiers Bar (3,4), Rifle Ribbon (4), Com­ mendation Ribbon (2.3). Company Compe­ tition Ribbon (2,3) and Academic Insignia (3.4) MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbon (4), Aztec Warrior Chief Award for Interna­ tional Relations (4)

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Joey, sing it loud and proud. Winslow, have fun in first grade!

Mantha, shut up! Carwile, cadet!!! Horton, if you ever go on a rampage, don’t kill me. Lenny, have fun tending the rabbits.

Schwind. you survived another year. Spaulding, buddy! Any­ one else 1 forgot, I wrote this at the last second so I have a good excuse. I also want to thank the faculty. Cpt. Keveney, old boys for life! Well, from my first day at Kemper to my last day here, these events will follow me for the rest of my life. To the underclassmen, this experience will mean more than you think.

Take advantage of the opportunity to succeed and expect noth­ ing less than your best. Seniors ’03!!!

ACADEMICS - Academic Distinctions - Honors Spanish I/Drama (4) and Honor Roll (4) ACTIVITIES - Dramateers (4) ATHLETICS - Varsity Football (4), President’s Physical Fitness Award (4) and JROTC Physical Fitness Award (4) MILITARY- Maroon Bar (4). Color Guard (4), Parade Ribbon (4), Com­ mendation Ribbon and Rifle Ribbon (4)

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Kane Weinberg Finished... All cadets strive to reach that point and now my fellow seniors, it is our turn to step across that line. We have had many trials along the way to graduation, and now that they are over, we will have time to reflect on the good times we have had together. Many of us have spent more than one year here to reach that goal, and having finished in spite of everything is truly something to be proud of. Chances are we will never see each other again outside of MMA events. So, I wish you all the best of luck in college and in your careers. Stephenson, I will never give you another chain, but thanks for the leadership, support and guidance. Hollman, thanks for always being there to listen when I needed someone to talk to. Capistran, I guess you were right, you ended up with the rank. Volz, you did not get a company, but staff isn't bad. Hobbs, Danny, Obando, Tony and Joey, take care of yourselves. Well guys, I am off to bigger and better things.

ACADEMICS - Wallace Fry Cup for Excellence in Public Speaking (4), For­ eign Language Ribbon (3) and Honor Roll (3.4) ACTIVITIES - Dramatecrs (4). Band (4), Chapel Worker (4) and Evensong (4) ATHLETICS - Varsity Wrestling (3.4).

Bailey Away for Most Improved Wres­ tler (3), JROTC Physical Fitness Award (3) and Rangers (3) MILITARY- LET Military Class Rib­ bon (3), Honor Guard (3,4), Maroon Bar (4). Color Guard (3). Military Po­ lice (3). Parade Ribbon (2.3,4). Rifle Ribbon (2,4). Company Competition Ribbon (3), MMA Summer Camp Trainee (4) and Academic Insignia (4) MISCELLANEOUS - Ambassadors Ribbon (3)

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Hey everyone! Finally, what I have been waiting for for three years. It’s our turn to do these senior quotes. I would like to thank all the people I have met in the three years I have been here, especially this senior class. There couldn’t have been a better class for me to graduate in. Alejandre (Shh, secret tourna­ ment), Gonzo (Nice massage), Chava (Stop dancing in front of the mirror), Parra (Your horse sucks), Perez JE, Paul (Redhead), Wang, De la Puente (Danny’s special), Barreda, Stephenson.

Nuza and Garcia F. Good luck all of you next year. Underclass­ men, have lots of fun next year and enjoy it for one more year.

Good luck to Bladimir, Maldonado. Tino, Mier, Ancona, Marcos.

Anda, Lopez. Chapa, Lujanasaurus Rex, Cruzens J and A, Neyra (This is my face). Anaya, Rendon, Resendez, Espada. Carrillo and Guti. Have fun next year and enjoy it. Let me tell you guys one thing: don't let your position get to your head and cause you to forget who your friends are. This school is only for four years, but your friends are forever. Finally, I would like to thank my mom and dad for sending me here, even though I didn't want to come at first. I also want to thank my brothers and sister, nieces and sisters-in-law. You probably didn’t notice it, but you were my motivation for getting up every day. Well, and Marcela, too. I am going to miss everyone here. Juniors, take care and enjoy it next year because it will go by fast. Good luck to everyone wherever you go.

ACADEMICS - Honor Roll (3.4) ACTIVITIES - Men's Chorus (3) and Evensong (3) ATHLETICS - Varsity Soccer Captain (4), Varsity Soccer (3.4). Varsity Bas­ ketball (4), JROTC Physical Fitness Award (2) and Rangers (3) MILITARY- Maroon Bar (2,3.4), Pa­ rade Ribbon (2,3.4). Rifle Ribbon (2.3,4) and Company Competition Rib­ bon (2,3.4)

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Six long years and I find myself at the end of a road. After a blur of faces and time, I find myself about to take my step into the real world.

I am leaving Missouri Military Academy with a lot on my mind. I am excited that I have finished my career at MMA with honors, but looking back upon my experiences and memories here, I find myself remembering the faces of friends and faculty that believed in me and my abilities to succeed.

Having spent six years at MMA, I relish the fact that I am now a senior. I find myself in the position I always looked up to. I remember many seniors I knew through the years graduating and wishing I was one. I wished I could be one of the proud, ring-wearing, seniors of Missouri Military Academy. Well, now I am, and I am definitely enthusiastic about the last days of MMA. I know emotions will run high as Senior Review and Fi­ nal Formation arc called, and the officers arc summoned forward, for this is the very last time some of them will see each other. Being an un­ derclassman watching five commencements of seniors was the stage on which I prepared my­ self.

I came to MMA when I was 11 years old, in the 7th grade, in my parents’ hopes that I would receive a better education than what the public schools in my area had to offer. I must admit I was afraid then, but through these years I have found strength in myself to succeed, and move ahead. My six years proved to be a testament to my will and strength, both physically and men­ tally. I know I did not make it through these years alone; 1 had support from the many friends I have made in these six years. MMA prepared me for countless situations that 1 would encoun­ ter in my life. Many of which I would never have had in public school. In a way, without it, I would not be the person I am today.

Well, I’ve had some good times and I’ve had some bad times, and this place has never ceased to amaze me.

I’ve been here for six long years and I’ve learned so much. I’ve learned how to deal with my emotions and how to deal with the loss of friends, because I have been through a lot of friends the past couple of years. This school has most definitely helped me out in many ways, so many ways that I cannot even begin to talk about all the lessons I have learned while being here.

It’s helped me a lot with my studies, therefore helping me improve my grades significantly.

Before I came to MMA I never thought I would even be able to finish school but MMA helps you to learn how to earn success in your life and in everything that you try to do. It’s helped me to learn how to accomplish many goals and earn my way toward being a leader. The leadership skills I have learned while being here will follow me throughout my life.

The things I consider to be most important here at MMA and which I feel I will always re­ member and never lose, are my friendships. I’ve made a lot of friends along the way and even though I might never see any of the friends that I have made here again, I know that I will never forget them. If you have ever known me you'll know that I always talk about my friends, be­ cause over the years that was basically the only family that 1 had for nine months out of the year. You guys are all like brothers to me. I even cry as I write just thinking how I might never get to sec any of your guys again. I’m just playing - I never cry! But I have been thinking about what things arc going to be like on May 25 when I leave all of you guys, some of you probably for good.

I love all of you and I will never forget you.

Chris Horton Between my first and last years at Missouri Military Academy, I'm not sure if the Academy or I have changed more. However, the school has helped me become extremely independent, especially during my first year (1997) when there were no locks on the doors. The school has also forced me to make new friends every year to replace the ones that did not return, except for the two that were with me from beginning to end: Zach Day and Tyler Newbold.

I had to learn the hard way to get my school work done on my own. which is probably the reason I was sent here in the first place, but I’m still not quite sure. There were quite a few faculty members who really helped me out, like my 7th and 8th grade English teacher, Cpt. John Brown.

He showed me that I could do whatever I wanted to do no matter what anyone else said or thought.

Cpt. Brown left MMA after my freshman year, but I closely followed his advice throughout the remainder of my tenure. Cpt. Riney, my junior English teacher, heavily prepared me for college through the seemingly endless amount of pa­ pers, reading assignments and documentations.

Although I often resented going to that class, I now see the importance of it. There were many other faculty members who have helped me in more ways than I thought possible including 1st Sgt. Jacobson, Cpt. Kronquist, Lt. and Lt. Col. Ray, Lt. Col. Rosendahl. Mrs. Trembley, and Cpt. Kcveney.

As a member of the 109'h Corps, the 114th Corps, and all the ones in between, I am proud to be a part of this century-old school of traditions.

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Senior Awards Senator Christopher S. Bond Award for Most Effective Cadet Councilman Cpt. Tom Wang Otto F. Ferguson Aviation Award for the Aviation Cadet Who Solos First Staff Sgt. Kyle Yoest Wittman Plaque to a Cadet Who Displays His Faith Through His Actions Maj. Leonard Stephens George Davison, 1968, Trophy for Radio-Television Sgt. 1st Class Ryan Mathis Pearl Green Whitney Journalism Award Sgt. 1st Class Ryan Mathis Alumni Plaque to the Senior Voted by his Classmates Most Likely to Succeed: Maj. Leonard Stephens Daughters of the American Revolution Award for Patriotic Understanding of the Importance of the ROTC 1st Lt. Tyler Newbold The Spelling Plaque. Awarded for Final Speller in the Company Spelling Contest Pvt 1st Class Sam Dressier The Company Spelling Plaque, Presented for First Place in the Company Spelling Contest “ c •* David Whitney. *54. Conservation Plaque for Interest in. and Appreciation for Conservation 1st Lt. Chris Horton William F. Enright, Jr., ‘37. Memorial Award for Proficiency in Business and Computer Cpt. Jeremiah Popp The Senator John C. Danforth Plaque for Outstanding Knowledge and Appreciation of Constitutional Government Maj. Leonard Stephens Award for Outstanding Contribution to Men’s Chorus 1st Lt. Daniel De La Puente Lt. Col. ER Jackson Music Award for Distinguished Service to the Music Program 1st Lt. Andrew Harryman Plaque for Excellence in Music 1st Lt. Juan Capistran Streep Brothers Band Awards for Studies. Loyalty, Active Participation, Punctuality, Good Performance, and Attention to Qualities to be Good Band Members: 1st Lt. Andrew Harryman Col. Paul F. Cherches Memorial Award for the Most Valuable Band Member 1st Lt. Andrew Harryman At Ease Certificates 2nd Lt. Andy Bushnell, 1st Lt. Carlos Camilo.

1st Lt. Andrew Harryman and 1st Lt. Chris Horton “D” Company Marksmanship Medal 1st Lt. Chris Horton Battalion Marksmanship Plaque “E“ Amvets Medal for Diligence in Performance of Duty 1st Lt. Taylor Volz Master Sgt. Billy Crawford Memorial Award for Military Courtesy Cpt. Jeremiah Popp American Legion Leadership Medal for Improvement 1st Lt. Carlos Carrillo Association of US Army Medal for Determined Leadership 2nd Lt. Mario Moreno Fusileer of the Year Cpt. Chris McDannel

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US Army Reserve Command Medal for a Scholar-Athlete Cpt. Peter Dolan Cpt. Thomas R. Wiles Trophy for Best Company Spirit “C“ Babe Ruth Sportsmanship Award 1st Lt. Carlos Carrillo The McDonough Trophy for Best 120-Pound Athlete 1st Lt. Taylor Volz Elmer Bohm. ‘13. Medal for the Graduating Athlete with the Highest Scholastic Average Maj. Leonard Stephens Joe D. Bailey Award for Most Dedicated Varsity Athlete Maj. Leonard Stephens Best Athlete Cpt. Jeremiah Popp “M” Club Trophy “D"

Moritas Plaque for Excellence in Discipline 1st Lt. Frank Garcia. 1st Lt. Dany De La Puente and Maj. Leonard Stephens Highest Disciplinary Standing, Neatest Quarters and Highest Scholastic Standing for 2002-03 “C” Highest Military Standings for 2002-03 “E”

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Honor Company for 2001-02 “C” Senator Thomas F. Eagleton Plaque for Excellence in English Maj. Leonard Stephens Aztec Warrior Chief Award for Positive International Relations Cpt. Tom Wang Richard Cooper, *82, Plaque for the Senior with the Longest Tenure as a Cadet 1st Lt. Andrew Harryman and 1st Lt. Tyler Newbold Col. Sidney Kersey Posture Trophy 1st Sgt. Paul Charbonneau Plaque for the Most Versatile Cadet Maj. Leonard Stephens The Dorsey Anderson, Class of 1895, Cup for the Cadet Exerting a Gentlemanly Example 1st Lt. Dany De La Puente Class of 1984 Plaque - Unheralded Leader Award Cpl. Luke Cooper The ROTC Distinguished Service Award Cpt. Jeremiah Popp Col. Jerome G. Harris Cup for Soldierly Qualities Cpt. Mark Stephenson William S. Lowe Trophy for the Senior Showing Greatest All-Around Development Cpt. Chris McDannel Col. Veon McConnell Korean Trophy for a Cadet Officer who Performs his Work with Diligence Cpt. Victor Gonzalez Plaque for Outstanding Performance as a Company Commander Cpt. Mark Stephenson Don Hooton, ‘19, Fellowship Cup for the Cadet Voted by the High School Corps to be the Most Valuable to the Institution Maj. Leonard Stephens Charles I. Wall Cup, ‘22, for Service, Scholarship, Leadership and Character Maj. Leonard Stephens Plaque for the Highest Scholarship in the Class of 2003, Dr. James C. Olson Award to the Senior with the Highest Academic Grade Average and Valedictorian Maj. Leonard Stephens

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) Upon the recommendation of the Promotion Board, the following appointments are hereby authorized in the Corps of Cadets: a. Cadet Major: Stephens b. Cadet Captain: Stephenson/McDannel/Gonzalez, V/Popp/Dolan/Wang, T c. Cadet First Lieutenant: Newbold/Volz/Harryman/Alejandre/De La Puente/Paul/Fuchigami/Horton/Schwind/Capistran/Carrillo, C/Garcia d. Cadet Second Lieutenant: Bushnell/Day/Moreno, M/Weaver/Weinberg e. Cadet Sergeant Major; Martinez. E (Battalion Commander Designate 2003-2004) f. Cadet First Sergeant: Charbonneau g. Cadet Master Sergeant: C Company: Salome (Charlie Company Commander Designate 2003-2004)/Bush E Company: Jiminez, V h. Cadet Sergeant First Class: C Company: Mathis/Johnson/Zaragoza D Company: Roth (Delta Company Commander Designate 2003-2004) E Company: Gonzalez, L (Echo Company Commander Designate 2003-2004) i. Cadet Staff Sergeant: C Company: Yoest (Battalion S-5/Band Commander Designate 2003-2004)/Marcos (Platoon Leader Designate 2003-2004), Obando (Platoon Leader Designate 2003-2004)/Inigo, E (Platoon Leader Designate 2003-2004) D Company: Serna (Battalion S-2/Provost Marshal Designate 2003-2004)/Chapa (Platoon Leader Designate 2003-2004)/Smith, G E Company: Ellison (Battalion S-l Designate 2003-2004)/Delashmit (Battalion S-3 Designate 2003-2004), Espinosa (Battalion S-4 Designate)/Long (Platoon Leader Designate 2003-2004)/Mier, CH (Platoon Leader Designate 2003-2004)/Strehl j. Cadet Sergeant: C Company: Rendon (Platoon Leader Designate 2003-2004)/Martinez B (Platoon Leader Designate 2003-2004)/Fountain (Platoon Leader Designate 2003-2004)/Crawford/Maldonado/Kim/Parra/Ramos/Torres. J/Lopez, S D Company: Wiesman/Greenwell/Davila, J/Gutierrez/Michalski/Satterfield/Duncii E Company: Ressmeyer/Hollman/Cable/Earl/Grassl/Lujan k. Cadet Corporal: C Company: Macias/Callison/Quintanilla D Company: Brown/Bozarth, J/Resendez/Wiegand/Barker/Cooper/Covarrubias E Company: Metelskiy/Nuza/Paras/Mantha l. Cadet Lance Corporal (Listed alphabetically): Anda/Cylenica/Descamps/Halstead/Harralson, A/Hemandez. S/Hermann/Hobbs/Mier, CE/Muela/Nedblake/Perez. JD/Richardson/Ritchie.

J/Stirlen/Swain m. Cadet Private First Class (Listed alphabetically): Avelar/Barragan/Bassett/Bulos/Cabildo/Cantu/Carrillo. L/Carwile/Clack/Clark/Cruzen, A/Cruzen, J/De La Pena/Dickey/Dressler/Duayhe/ Flentge/Flores/Giannotti/Gonzalez, A/Graves/Grimshaw/Hanabata/Harrow/Hill/Hollis, MR/Houston/Inigo F/Josephs/Kline/Kuo/Lachev/ Marcione/Molina/Neyra/Olmos/Perez. JE/Ramirez/Ritchie. T/Rodriguez. C/Rodriguez. R/Sada/Spaulding/Suarez, V/Tanaka/Tumbull/ Walther/Wang. S/Wame/Wilson/Winters n. Cadet Private (Listed alphabetically): Aldrete/Anaya/Andrade/Arce/Arizpe/Barreda/Cabrera/Camei/Cardenas/Contreras/Dorantes/Edmonds/Epperson/Espada/Fenion/Femandez, A/Gonzalez, R/Heffron/Hessler/Holland/Hollis, M\V/Hughes/Humphrey/Jones/Moreno. L/Mucino/Patterson/Perez, JM/Preweitt/Romero/ Sanchez/Szopinski/Taylor/Torres. L/Tumage/Yamamoto/Zayas

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I have learned many life lessons in the past year, but prob­ L ably the most important is not to cross the people that care most about you. Here at the Academy you learn new traditions whether you are a person from south of Texas or north of Mexico. What you become while you are here is what being a real person is all about in life.

Some of the things that I am never going to forget are my friends here at MMA. The most important thing here is how you relate with other cadets. Being a leader is all about being the example. It doesn’t mean that as a leader you’re going to be the one that has to solve all the problems, but being a leader is the solution for all problems. This year went by quickly. The Juniors did pretty well in everything: we are the biggest class in the school this year, and we are going to remain the biggest and BEST class.

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SOPHOMORES Class of 2004-2005 In the five years of my attendance, I’ve seen hard work, friendships and teamwork. This year is no exception.

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FRESHMEN Class of 2005-2006 First, I want to say thanks to my parents for giving me this opportunity. During these two years I have learned something new every day.

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My time here at MMA has been great! In particular, I love that I have met people from other countries. Every day that I am with them, I realize what a great family MMA is.

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Underclassmen Awards Otto F. Ferguson Aviation Award for the Cadet who Solos First Staff Sgt. Kyle Yoest Lyle C. Wilson, ‘17, Scroll for Journalism Sgt. 1st Class Grant Smith Art Achievement Award Master Sgt. Tito Salome Creative Art Award Pvt. 1st Class Raimundo Rodriguez Daughters of the American Revolution Award for Outstanding Work in American History Sgt. John Earl Maj. William Bryan Essay Medal for Excellence in Writing Sgt. Lee Ressmeyer Science Plaque for the Top Sophomore Biology Student Pvt. 1st Class Raimundo Rodriguez Bausch and Lomb Science Medal for the Junior Cadet with the Greatest Science Potential Sgt. 1st Class Sanders Roth Sophomore Pilgrimage Award Sgt. John Earl Eugene Lamm Award for the Most Improved ESL Student Pvt. 1 st Class Hector De La Pena Phillip Russell, ‘68, Award for the Best First Year Chorus Member Pvt. 1st Class Nic Winters Crain-Jorishie, ‘76, Award for Best Jazz Ensemble Member Lance Cpl. Adam Harralson Louis White, ‘74, Virtuoso Award for Outstanding Jazz Musician Sgt. John Earl Curt Milburn, ‘55, Memorial Award for Bugler Pvt. 1st Class Evan Spaulding Sousa Award for Outstanding Contribution to Band Staff Sgt. Kyle Yoest Paul Gillette, ‘70, Award for Outstanding Brass Musician Pvt. 1st Class Evan Spaulding Streep Brothers Band Awards Sgt. John Earl and Staff Sgt. Kyle Yoest Stribling Dramateer Trophy for Best Single Performance Sgt. John Earl Rockwell Plaque for Most Versatile Dramateer Pvt. 1st Class Evan Spaulding “C” Company Marksmanship Medal Sgt. Juan Rendon “E” Company Marksmanship Medal Sgt. Maj. Edel miro Martinez Battalion Marksmanship Medal Sgt. Maj. Edel miro Martinez Military Order of the World Wars Award for a Junior Showing Improvement in Military and Scholastic Studies Sgt. 1st Class Luis Gonzalez

Retired Officers Association Medal for a Highly Motivated Junior Who Shows Character, Loyalty and Exceptional Leadership Master Sgt. Tito Salome Sons of the American Revolution Medal for JROTC Training Sgt. Scott Cable MP of the Year Award Staff Sgt. Tony Sema Best First-Year Fusileer Staff Sgt. Paul Long JROTC Recruiting Command Achievement Award for a Junior Showing Outstanding Leadership Traits Sgt. Maj. Edelmiro Martinez Plaque for Best-Groomed First Year Cadet Pvt. 1st Class Oleksiy Lachev Plaques for Neatest Room Pvt. 1st Class Toshihiko Hanabata and Staff Sgt. Eduardo Inigo Class of 1968 Freshman Leadership Award Pvt. 1st Class Francisco Inigo Richard Hall Memorial Award for the f‘E” Company Cadet Who Best Exemplifies the True Gentleman Pvt. 1st Class Brian Clack Meritas Plaque for Excellence in Discipline Pvt. 1st Class Christian Olmos. Pvt. 1st Class John Bassett, Pvt. 1st Class Brian Clack. Sgt. Maj. Eldemiro Martinez, Pvt. 1st Class Toshihiko Hanabata, Pvt. Luis Aldrete and Master Sgt. Tito Salome Non-Commissioned Officer Warrant Battalion Commander Designate for 2002-03 Sgt. Maj. Edelmiro Martinez Sen. Thomas Eagleton Plaque for Excellence in English Staff Sgt. Travis Ellison Plaque for Highest Scholarship in the Freshman Class Lance Cpl. Stephen Herma Plaque for Highest Scholarship in the Sophomore Class Sgt. Gerardo Ramos Plaque for Highest Scholarship in the Junior Class Staff Sgt. Travis Ellison Lt. Gov. Joe Maxwell Community Service Award for the Cadet Who Has Given of His Personal Time to Help Others Staff Sgt. Tony Sema Fritsch Plaque and Stipend for the Junior who Exemplifies Honor. Good Discipline, Academic Excellence and Service to MMA Sgt. 1st Class Sanders Roth Medal of the Association of Military Colleges and Schools for a Sophomore Possessing Potential for Positive Leadership Sgt. John Earl Steve Walker Memorial Award for an Outstanding First-Year Cadet Pvt. 1st Class Evan Spaulding Jack Meyers, ‘39, Memorial Cup for the Most Creative Cadet Pvt. 1st Class Evan Spaulding

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Dead but Not Dying

By Justin Jones, '04

As We Walk

By Kane Weinberg, '03

Do not stand at my grave and weep, 1 am not there. I do not sleep.

I am the thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond hints of snow.

I am the foggy mornings hush.

I am that swift, uplifting rush.

I am that bird that flies so free.

Do not stand there and cry for me.

I am with you in the day staying out of sight, I am there over your head, deep into the night.

I live on through you. in your thoughts and your mind, 1 will always be there, never leave you behind.

So do not stand and cry at my head, For I am not there, not the one who is dead.

As we walk across that stage, And prepare to go our separate ways, We look back on our days, As we walk across that stage.

And now the stage has come and gone, And we now form up for another one.

Another march across that field.

And this is the core that we did build.

Here we stand once again.

Waiting for the show to begin.

And now as we walk away, We can still hear the commander say: Dismissed!

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The people of a town Grew vain and lost their faith Not in God but in each other Son and daughter grew In hatred and malice toward Their father and their mother.

A cold wind blew In that town one night To shiver and to scare.

Doors were closed And shades drawn tight And parks and roads left bare.

All was still Without, within And something came about The only noise In all the town Was the win’d ensnaring shout?

As many slept And many cried The door to fear was wide And without love Or faith besides To rules, it needn’t abide.

Before dawn came The town was overrun And its people cast about Its name was lost And existence forgot In this short moral bout.

The story remains A lesson to All those who might forget The price of pride And loss of heart Shall never be well met.

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By Tyler Newbold, ‘03

Above, Salt and Pepper, Pencil sketch, Luke Cooper, ‘03

All my close friends are going away, away forever.

Today is the last day of one life and the beginning of , Right, Shannon Elizabeth, another.

Monochromatic acrylic, Jesse Clark, ‘05 All the pains and struggles that I have had are gone.

But there will be more, more to come before my eyes.

Those of which are the ones that water, However, I will try not to cry because it will show my At Ease 2002-2003 Staff weakness, Chief Editor Andy Bushnell The weakness that I bear always.

Executive Editors Grant Smith and Chris Horton As I look into the minor, I try to look past the things that I’ve Art Editor Andrew Harryman done.

Assistant Art Editor Tony Serna As I lift my head and wipe those few tears away, Design Editors/Publishers Scott Cable and Jesse Clark I’m glad, glad to be alive, and with the people that love me Proofreaders Francisco Inigo and Luis Carrillo the most.

Faculty Advisors Cpt. Syl Riney and Lt. Marijo Lagemann Because they won’t let me down, and they’ll stick with me until the end.

That of which is the end. the end of my life.

However, until then I await the future with fear, The fear of knowing, that all my friends are going away, away forever.

At Ease 2002-2003 Contributors John Bozarth, Horacio Chapa, Alex Cheng, Jesse Clark, Luke Cooper, Arturo De La Garza, Hector De La Pena, Blake Foun­ tain, Jeremy Franklin, Antonio Gonzalez, Preston Grimshaw, Christopher Hasheeve-Salvato, Chris Hill, Chris Horton, Lee Johnson, James Jones, Armando Mendez, Tyler Newbold, Raimundo Rodriguez, Evaristo Salome, Tyler Satterfield, Tony Serna, Grant Smith, Alex Stirlen, Jason Stock, Taylor Volz, Tyler Warhurst, Nick Weginan, Kane Weinberg, Kyle West and Andrew Whittle.

The winners of the Valentines Day Art Show. Santiago Lopez., Alejandro Neyra, Adam Flentges, Mark Hollis. Jin Han Kim, Chris Hill, Shuhei Fuchigami, Ralph Leavy, Ernesto Anaya, Jesse Clark, Thomas Kortkamp. Luis Aldrete, Raimundo Rodriguez. Sergio Lujan, Jack Bi ven, Jorge Cabildo, Raul Gonzalez.

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By Evaristo Salome, ‘04 According to the legend, in a big farm near Mexico City, all the farmers worked from sunrise to sunset, happily but hard. At the end of each day, they would harvest all the crops that were ready, and stored them in windmills. But the farmers started noticing that food was missing, so they took tums to guard the farm.

One night, the guard saw a very skinny old lady, about 55 years old. She was stealing some beans from one of the windmills because she did not have anything to eat, and stealing from the farm was her only food source. When she was about to leave the farm, the guard wanted to scare her by shooting his gun near her. They were 500 feet away from each other; she was standing in a bushy area. The guard carefully aimed beside her and fired.

The old lady was shot in her leg, and immediately she fell to the ground. The guard, not noticing the tragic accident, went home. She was lying in the dirt bleeding to death. Suddenly, it started to rain. It got really dark. The lady was screaming, for help, but no one was close enough to hear her.

The hours passed and she was on the ground bleeding to death, but still alive. A loud clap of thunder woke her up. She tried to stand, but she could not because she was really weak. Suddenly, she opened her eyes, looked up, and saw a tree. Il was a beautiful tree, the biggest and tallest tree around. The raindrops grew heavier, and the lightning illuminated the sky with wild flashes and terrific noises. The wind blew hard as she said with a weak, angry voice, “This was not supposed to happen. I was only getting some food to keep my body and soul together. But it will not end like this. My soul will stay here and lake revenge.” She looked at the tree again, al the branches and leaves moving wildly as the wind blew through them. She started crawling to the tree that was 20 feel away, leaving a trace of blood. As she was doing that she started crying with sadness and anger. When she was one foot away. She stopped. She looked up one more lime and, reaching over with one hand, touched one of the roots that was slicking off the ground. In that second, lightning struck the top of the tree, creating an explosion of sparks. The roots sucked the face of the woman inside the tree and a lot of branches broke. Giving the tree the shape of a woman suffering. The only material part of her body left was her bones.

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Dreams by the Guadalupe

By Taylor Volz, ‘03

Dane Wiesman and AJ Wilson take to front campus for some pencil sketches during art class.

Sumo Brawl

By Andrew Whittle, ‘07

Big men in it for the fame Also mediate their risk for shame Battling half-naked and being that fat Invites shame, just for that.

But over lions they wear golden Bricade and brightly painted stuff And balanced on one foot and huff A traditional dance for them all Before they start the sumo brawl.

How do judges differentiate?

Not by light skin or black hair in a bun But just by weight.

Of course to throw an equal out of bounds Even for man-mountains is not as easy As it sounds.

But the one who bumps, bashes and beats them all Will win the ultimate sumo brawl.

She beckons to me Top of the Indian bluff by the mad miner’s tree The crescent moon illuminates my path and silhouettes her form The river flows before us; the eerie green glow of its waters lure me Celestial points of phosphorescence punch through the dark unknown They are my maps; they show me the way.

I hear her calling my name, Her voice echoes and fades in the purple forested hills I must cross; I must go too.

There, a footbridge; here it is shallow.

The point of no return, I trudge across the endless fields The memory of her pervades me She is reaching up and grasping for the stars - they are so bright tonight The soft summer’s night breeze envelops her Locks of her hair gently wave and fall to her shoulders; garments blown against her body The fire-fairies are dancing tonight in their carnival of soft glows.

The green hellos of the fire-fairies.

Who will be my guide-on of light now?

Yes. they understand; they will show me the way.

What We Could Not Touch

By Alex Stirlen

What we could not touch And only see We can now hold Yet not possibly grasp.

The Stars The Heavens The Celestial Bodies One and the same From the wood of travel To the eye of a mortal To guide and lead

To Know But not master Inexorably moving outward As we throw a net to reel them in One dies And one is bom Over and over Until we can’t see Or touch them Again.

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Executive Officer/Commandant

Chairman of the Board

Col. Ronald J. Kelly Assistant to the President

Lt. Col. James E. Medley

Col. Charles R. Stribling, ID, ‘44

Mrs. Kathy Diederich

Accountant

Mrs. Kathy Brooks

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Administrative Secretary

Mrs. Penny Bealmear

Switchboard Operator, Database Operator

Mrs. Brenda Simons

Asst. Dir. of Admissions

Cpt. Dennis Diederich

MMA Staff Academic Dean

Director of College Placement

Director of Admissions

Lt. Col. Richard Ray Academic Secretary Lt. Col. Lee Pelham

Lt. Col. John Hayden

Mrs. Ginni Trembley

Chaplain

Dir. of Inti. Relations

Fr. James Fallis

Fr. James Fallis

Athletic Director

Cpt. Frank Giuseffi

Director of Technology

Cpt. Andrea Nunziante

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I Dinins Services Dir. of Food Services

Mr. John Tucker

Assistant Dir. of Food Services

Mr. Jim Swaim

Myrtle Robenson. Randall Benton. Rodger Parrott and Tracey Litirel

Maintenance Dir. of Maintenance

Mr. Greg Morton

Greg Morton, Ray Heaton. Lindell Davinport, Charles Stockdall. Charles Stockdall Sr.. Jeff Hilderman, Doug Scott, Jim Hilderman. Lary Anthony. Donald Stube and David Cross

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Ms. Melody Daly

Mrs. Irene Hard

Jeannie Schultz.. Faye Lehnen. Melody Daly. Irene Hard and Lois Howard

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Mathematics Chairman

Lt. Ananta Khanal

Maj. Joseph Ableman

Lt. Ashfaq Syed

Social Studies Geography - US History - World History - Humanities - Government - Economics - Psychology Social Studies Chairman

Cpt. Frank Giuseffi

Maj. Lawrence McClarey

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Science Chemistry - Physics - Biology Science Chairman

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Lt. Col. Ronald Rosendahl Cpt. Ken Barnes

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Cpt. Sylvia Riney

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Cpt. Gary Kartye

Military Leadership Education and Training

Senior Army Instructor

1st Sgt. Randy Jacobson

Lt. Col. Paul Gillette, '70 1 st Sgt. Gregory Seibert

Fine and Practical Arts Band - Choir - Art

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Cpt. Michael Shoemaker

Art Instructor

Lt. Marijo Lagemann

Practical Arts Chair

Cpt. Peggy Reynard

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Cpt. Sam Blair with his chil­ dren Hazen and Alyce follow­ ing the Veterans Day review.

Maj. Larry McClarey grins and tolerates Dany De la Puente’s insolence.

Photographic evidence that Cpt. Bruce Far'abee is capable of smiling.

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CSM Charles Williams spends a minute withII Battalion Commander Leonard Stephens.

In Memoriam Mrs. Suzanne Stribling Koster Mrs. Suzanne Stribling Koster, a member of the Academy family for 70 years, died Nov. 2, 2002, at her home in St. Louis.

She was the daughter of the late Col. C.R. Stribling, Jr.; brother of Col. Charles Stribling, III, ‘44, chair­ man of the Board ofTrustees; and mother of R. Stribling Koster, trustee. She was married in 1960 to St. Louisan Robert J. Koster, who died in 1999.

Mrs. Koster attended Sweet Briar College in Vir­ ginia and graduated from the University of Missouri with a bachelor’s degree in library science.

She had been a member of the MMA Board of Trustees for 29 years.

Mrs. Koster, at the dedication of the Academy’s new “B" Barracks during Homecoming 2002.

Col. Paul Cherches Col. Paul Cherches, Missouri Military Academy's director of music for 39 years, died Feb. 10 following a long battle with cancer.

Family, friends and former students gathered at MMA’s Memorial Chapel Feb. 12 to pay their last respects to a great mentor and a longtime pillar of the Academy. Col. Cherches was interred at Elmwood Cemetery in Mexico.

Rev. Robert Kerr of the First Presbyterian Church served as officiant. Eulogies were delivered by Col. Charles R. Stribling, 111. ‘44. and W. Kipling A. Lee. with members of the 2002-2003 Battalion Staff serv­ ing as pallbearers. The Cadet Chorus sang “The Navy Hymn” and the MMA Band played “So Proudly We Hail,” which Col. Cherches himself had arranged.

“Taps” was played by cadet Kyle Yoest.

Col. Paul Cherches at MMA’s Centennial Celebration in /9.S‘9. where he was awarded a Distinguished Service Award for his .<9 years with the Academy.

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Front row: Victor Suarez, Aaron Zaragoza. Luis Gonzalez, Christian Mier. Victor Pena. Roberto Paras. Salvador Macias and Arturo Ramirez. Second row: Francisco Barragan, Paul Turnage, Hector Gutierrez, Enrique Barreda, Paul Satterfield, Juan Capislran, Jesus Davila, Bladimir Martinez. Antonio Gonzalez and Ismael Cantu. Third row: Cpt. Frank Giuseffi, Tyler Newbold, Alejandro Hernandez, Artemio Maldonado. Luis Alejandre, Mauricio Espinosa. Alejandro Neyra, Edelniiro Martinez, Cedrick Mier. Juan Bulos. Adam Harralson and Lt. Ashfaq Syed.

Roberto Paras playing hardcore de­ fense against the Fatima Comets.

Christian Mier, playing hard for the homecoming vic­ tory.

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Juan Capistran waifs for the opposing team to come to his end of the field.

Record: 12 - 4 Won 2nd Place at Districts!

Captains: Juan Capistran Aaron Zaragoza

Varsity Lettermen: Enrique Barreda, Juan Capistran, Luis Gonzalez, Hector Gutierrez, Salvador Hernandez, Salvador Macias, Artemio Maldonado. Bladimir Martinez. Christian Mier.

Alejandro Neyra. Roberto Paras, Victor Pena and Aaron Zaragoza Most Improved: Victor Pena Most Goals: Enrique Barreda Best Goal: Enrique Barreda Most Assists: Alejandro Neyra

Enrique Barreda powers the ball down the field.

Christian Mier throws the ball back into the game.

MVP: Alejandro Neyra

Assistant coach AH Syed gives instruction to a player during practice.

Leading passer Alejandro Neyra gets ready to set up a teammate.

Cpt. Frank Giuseffi presents Alejandro Neyra with the Most Valuable Player award.

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Matthew Schwind, Travis Weaver. Stephen Strehl, Juan Parra-Chico. Victor Gonzalez and Chris Greenwell. Third row: Tony Serna. Horacio Chapa, Jaime Obando, Josh Meyer. Charles Daniel. Sanders Roth. Paul Long and A.J. Wilson. Fourth row: Ruben Zayas. Juan Rendon. Nic Winters. Kyle Hobbs. Grant Smith and Blake Fountain. Fifth row: Raimundo Rodriguez, Vince Duncil.

Brandon Allen, Andrew Cruzen, Evan Spaulding, John Bassett and Andrew Kline. Sixth row: Stephen Hermann. Chris Hubinger, Kasey Turnbull. Sam Rountree, Tom Michalski, Shale Houston, Michael Swain and Mark Hollis.

The Colonels line up for the first play of the 2002 home opener.

The MMA Colonels celebrate their first touchdown of the season.

Tom Wang breaks free to run down the field for a gain of 20 yards.

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Review Record: 0-6 Assistant Coaches: Lt. Andrew Comber and Cpt. Beth Thompson

Captains: Chris McDannel, Leonard Stephens, Mark Stephenson and Tom Wang All-State Military: Vince Duncil. Jeremiah Popp, Sanders Roth, Tony Serna, Leonard Stephens and Mark Stephenson

Varsity Lettermen: Gilbert Castellanos, Charles Daniel, Vince Duncil. Mark Hollis.

Paul Long. Chris McDannel. Josh Meyer, Tom Michalski. Jaime Obando, Jeremiah Popp. Sanders Roth. Sam Rountree. Tony Serna.

Leonard Stephens, Mark Stephenson. Kasey Turnbull and Travis Weaver

Most Improved: Jaime Obando and Jeremiah Popp

Above: Leonard Stephens lifts Sanders Roth up in cel­ ebration of the first touchdown of the season.

Left: Josh Meyer dodges defenders on a short play.

Jeremiah Popp, assisted by Charles Daniel, goes in to tackle the Wentworth quarterback.

MVP: Leonard Stephens

Leonard Stephens is named MVP by coaches Cpt. Pemberton. Cpt. Thompson. Cpt. Herrick and Lt. Comber.

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Blake Cylenica runs for the lead at Mexico during a meet.

The MMA Cross Country team warms up on the outdoor track before a hard day of road work.

Devon Barker stretches out as part of pre-race warmups.

Season in Review Captain: Taylor Volz Varsity Lettermen: Devon Barker, Andy Bushnell, Carlos Carrillo, Blake Cylenica, Lee Johnson, John Richardson, Dean Shyy and Taylor Volz

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in Review Record: 2 - 13 Captains: Jeremiah Popp Tom Wang

Douglas Carwile hunts for an opening on a crowded court.

All-State Military: Victor Gonzalez, Jeremiah Popp, Scott Szopinski, Javier Torres, Tom Wang and Aaron Zaragoza

First-year standout Scott Szopinski goes for a beautiful layup.

Co-captain Jeremiah Popp brings the ball back down court.

Varsity Lettermen: Victor Gonzalez, Preston Grimshaw, Artemio Maldonado, Eric Patterson. Jeremiah Popp.

Scott Szopinski. Javier Tones, Tom Wang. A.J. Wilson and Aaron Zaragoza Most Improved: Victor Gonzalez Best Defenseman: Jeremiah Popp MVP: Victor Gonzalez

Chris Greenwell on defense for MMA 's junior varsity.

Victor Gonzalez recieves the MVP award from Cpt. Mike Pemberton at the winter sports banquet.

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Andrew Cruzen. Ismael Cantu. Matthew Hollis. Alex Stirlen and Lt. Andrew Comber.

Evaristo Salome finds himself trapped in a three-quarter nelson during practice.

Freshman starter Stephen Hermann wishes the team good luck before their first match of the year.

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Season

in Review Record: 3-5 State Military Champions

Next year's captain Tony Serna on the move for a takedown.

Captains: Leonard Stephens Tony Serna Kane Weinberg settles back into a cradle for a pin.

All-State Military: Vince Duncil, Adam Harralson, Stephen Hermann, Tyler Hollman. Kane Weinberg.

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Varsity Lettermen: Andrew Cruzen, Vince Duncil.

Tyler Hollman, Tony Serna, Leonard Stephens and Kane Weinberg Staring down his first opponent, Mark Hollis looks to tie up.

Most Improved: Vince Duncil and Tyler Hollman Leadership in Wrestling Award, State Qualification and MVP: Leonard Stephens

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Maj. Richard Twells retired from coach­ ing varsity wrestling ar the end of the 20022003 season. During his tenure. Maj. Twells coached 50 state qualifiers.

Leonard Stephens was named MVP. and received the Brian Baum Leadership Award and a plaque for state qualification.

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Santiago Lopez and Jaime Obando never stop swimming...unless there's a chance to pose for the photographer.

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in Review David Paid’s looking strong in the last leg of the 400 meter freestyle.

Record: 5-5 Right, Mauricio Flores tucks in tight and prepares for splashdown.

Captains: Peter Dolan Zach Day

Medalists: Peter Dolan (freestyle, sprint), Zach Day (long distance).

Matt Graves (diving), Hector Gutierrez (breaststroke).

Santiago Lopez (backstroke, I.M.) and Jaime Obando (butterfly)

Varsity Lettermen: Guillermo Avelar. Juan Capistran, Zach Day. Peter Dolan, Mauricio Espinosa, Hector Gutierrez. Santiago Lopez, Alejandro Marcos, Mario Moreno and Jaime Obando

Coach Lt. Col. Rosendahl lays down the law.

Most Improved: Jaime Obando MVP: Peter Dolan

Horacio Chapa practices his backstroke.

Team captain Peter Dolan shows off his new 50-meter freestyle record.

Peter Dolan was named MVP

by Lt. Col. Rosendahl at the win­ ter sports banquet.

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Front row: Shuhei Fuchigami, Andrew Bushnell and Chris Horton. Back row: Grant Smith. Edelmiro Martinez. John Earl, Tyler Satterfield. Paul Long, Sanders Roth and 1st Sgt. Randy Jacobson.

Team captain Chris Horton takes standing aim during practice.

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in Review Record: 7-3 Left and above, Sanders Roth and John Earl steady themselves on MMA’s rifle range in the basement of the Field House.

State Military Champions Captains: Chris Horton Dane Wiesman

Shuhei Fuchiganti finishes loading his rifle in prepara­ tion for a match.

All-State Military: Chris Horton. Dane Wiesman, Edelmiro Martinez, Sanders Roth and John Earl

Varsity Lettermen: John Earl, Shuhei Fuchigami, Chris Horton, Edelmiro Martinez, Sanders Roth and Dane Wiesman

Best Prone Shooter: Edelmiro Martinez Best Standing Shooter: Chris Horton

1st Sgt. Jacobson's confirms that Sanders Roth did indeed shoot two zeroes in a row.

Best Kneeling Shooter and MVP: Sanders Roth

Andrew Bushnell rules the range in the prone position.

1st Sgt. Jacobson presents Sand­ ers Roth with the Best Shooter Trophy at the awards banquet.

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Front row: Brian Dickey. Carlos Carrillo. Mark Stephenson and Cory Epperson. Second row: Maj. Joe Ableman. Chris Giannotti, Francisco Barragan. Carlos Dorantes. Shuichi Yamamoto. Blake Cylenica, Travis Weaver and Cpt. Bob Herrick.

Third row: Matt Graves. Travis Ellison. Gerardo Ramos. Alejandro Marcos. Nick Winters. John Richardson. Jesus Davila and Kyle Hobbs. Fourth row: Toshihiko Hanabata. Rtcoard Romero. John Bassett. Scott Hughes. Adam Harrow. Steve Strehl, Scott Szopinski and Jeffrey Holland.

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in Review Record: 1 - 5 Captains: Carlos Carrillo Mark Stephenson

Varsity Lettermen: Carlos Carrillo, Jesus Davila, Travis Ellison, Chris Giannotti, Jeff Holland, Chris Horton. Mark Stephenson, Stephen Strehl, Scott Szopinski and Travis Weaver Chris Giannotti led the team in his first year with the Colonels, making himself known as a presence on the mound, in the field, and at the plate.

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Cpt. Herrick and Maj. Ableman present Chris Giannotti with the MVP plaque.

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Lt. Col. Jim Medley

Kneeling: Josh Heffron, Ozie! Arizpe, Jorge Cabildo. Sean Crawford, Mario Moreno. Juan Bulos and Ernesto Anaya. Stand­ ing: Cpt. Michael Pemberton, Blake Fountain. Luis Torres. Bryan Edmonds. David Humphrey. Salvador Macias. Francisco Inigo and Lt. Col. James Medley.

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Josh Heffron tries his hand at serving, too.

Season in Review Record: 3-4 Captains: Sean Crawford Mario Moreno Coach Lt. Col. Medley gets in as much practice as the cadets do.

Bryan Edmonds showed much im­ provement over the past season.

I2 3 Mario Moreno returns a serve and looks good doing it.

Juan Bulos deftly returns another volley.

Varsity Lettermen: Oziel Arizpe, Juan Bulos, Jorge Cabildo, Sean Crawford, Bryan Edmonds, Salvador Macias and Mario Moreno Most Improved: Mario Moreno State Qualifier and MVP: Sean Crawford

Team captain Sean Crawford shows why he made it to state compe­ tition two years running.

Cpt. Pemberton and Lt. Col. Medley named Sean Crawford the Tennis MVP.

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A year of hot pursuits XC chases gold this fall

Maj. Larry McClarey

Cpt. Bruce Farabcc

Front row: Juan Molina. Andrew Bushnell. Andrew Harryman, Juan Parra. Enrique Barreda. Taylor Volz and Chris McDannel.

Second row: Bladimir Martinez. Justin Jones. Jeffrey Warne, Evaristo Salome. Horacio Chapa. David Camel. Paul Long and Tony Serna. Third row: Jose Cardenas. Roberto Paras. Victor Suarez. Chris Hessler. Raimundo Rodnguez and Arturo Fernandez.

Fourth row: Lt. Col. Richard Ray. Cpt. Bruce Farabee, Michael Swain. Adam Harralson, Zachary Bush and Maj. Larry McClarey.

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Taylor Volz takes the anchor leg tn the 3,200 meter relay.

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Juan Parra hands off to team captain Taylor Volz.

Roberto Paras defies gravity in the long jump.

Chris McDannel and Taylor Volz lead the team in some laps before practice.

Captains: Taylor Volz David Carnet Andrew Bushnell Varsity Lettermen: Enrique Barreda. Andrew Bushnell, David Camel, Jose Cardenas, Anuro Fernandez.

Andrew Harryman, Paul Long.

Bladimir Martinez. Chris McDannel, Juan Molina, Roberto Paras. Juan Parra.

Cesar Rodriguez, Tony Serna, Victor Suarez, Michael Swain and Taylor Volz

MVP - Track: Enrique Barreda MVP - Field: Tony Serna MVP - Overall: Roberto Paras

Maj. McClarey and Cpt. Farabee present the track MVPs: Enrique Barreda (track), Roberto Paras (overall) and Tony Serna (field).

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Santiago Lopez studies a difficult putt at Mexico’s Arthur Hills Golf Course.

Dany De la Puente (finally) clears the sand trap.

Jose Contreras just gives it a little nudge.

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Review Team captain Dany De la Puente pre­ sents Col. Kelly with the Golf team's plaque for having placed second at division finals. Below. De la Puente lines up his putt for the final hole at Arthur Hills.

Record: 6-3 State Military Champions Placed 2nd at Districts Captains: Dany De la Puente

Medalists: Dany De la Puente (1 gold. 3 bronze). Chris Greenwell (1 bronze). Salvador Hernandez (I gold. I bronze) and Santiago Lopez (2 silver)

Sain Dressier fakes swing al a ball from the rough.

Varsity Lettermen: Jose Contreras. Zach Day. Dany De la Puente. Chris Greenwell. Salvador Hernandez. Santiago Lopez.

Matt Schwind and Carlos Walther

MVP: Dany De la Puente

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No pain, no Rangers!

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From row. Luke Cooper, Lee Ressmeyer. Oleksiy Lachev, Luis Torres. Scott Cable. Ryan Mathis and Shuhei Fuchigami.

Second row Hector De la Pena, Andrew Kline. Eduardo Inigo. Raimundo Rodriguez, Shale Houston. Salvador Hernandez and Cesar Rodriguez. Third row: Andres Espada, Diego Covarrubias. Jaime Obando, Derek Washburn. Jesse Cruzen, Juan Rendon and Paul Charbonneau. Fourth row: Alejandro Neyra, Juan Parra. Jose Cardenas, Luis Alejandre. Arturo Muela and Guillermo Avelar Fifth row: 1st Sgt. Gregory Seibert.

1st Sgt. Seibert gives Paul Charbonneau grief over the condition of his rifle.

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1st Sgt. Seibert keeps track of the time. Another five minutes of calisthenics, and then the real fun begins.'

Tyler Hollman Oleksiy Lachev

and Scott Cable earns his beret during the Ranger Test.

Rangers: Luis Alejandre, Guillermo Avelar, Scott Cable, Jose Cardenas, Paul Char­ bonneau, Luke Coo­ per, Jesse Cruzen, Hector De la Pena, Andres Espada, Shuhei Fuchigami, Salvador Hernandez, Shale Houston, Eduardo Inigo, An­ drew Kline, Oleksiy Lachev, Ryan Math­ is, Arturo Muela, Alejandro Neyra, Jaime Obando, Juan Parra, Lee Ressmeyer, Cesar Rodriguez. Luis Torres and Derek Washburn

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Cpt. Munson offers helpful advice to the Rangers-in-training.

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The weightlifters outmatched the Rangers in an impromtu pushball contest...at least until the rest of the Rangers showed up after getting their pictures taken.

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Andrew Harrytnan reaches up for a jumpball in intermural basketball.

Jose Contrerras goes up for two during intermural basketball.

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Sanders Roth Sam Rountree Tony Serna

Leonard Stephens Mark Stephenson Kasey Turnbull Travis Weaver

Christian Mier Alejandro Neyra

Roberto Paras Victor Pena Aaron Zaragoza

John Richardson

Dean Shyy Taylor Volz

Javier Torres Tom Wang

A.J. Wilson Aaron Zaragoza

Santiago Lopez Alejandro Marcos

Mario Moreno Jaime Obando

Leonard Stephens

Kane Weinberg

Football Gilbert Castellanos Charles Daniel Vince Duncil Mark Hollis

Paul Long Chris McDannel Josh Meyer

Tom Michalski Jaime Obando Jeremiah Popp

Enrique Barreda Juan Capistran Luis Gonzalez

Hector Gutierrez Salvador Hernandez

Salvador Macias Artemio Maldonado Bladlmir Martinez

Devon Barker Andy Bushnell

Carlos Carrillo

Soccer

Cross Country Blake Cylenlca Lee Johnson

Basketball Victor Gonzalez Preston Grimshaw

Artemio Maldonado Eric Patterson

Jeremiah Popp Scott Szopinski

Guillermo Avelar Juan Capistran

Zach Day Peter Dolan

Mauricio Espinosa Hector Gutierrez

Andrew Cruzen

Vince Duncll

Tyler Hollman Tony Serna

John Earl

Shuhei Fuchigami

Chris Horton Edelmiro Martinez

Carlos Carrillo Jesus Davila

Travis Ellison Chris Giannotti

Jeff Holland Chris Horton

Oziel Arizpe

Juan Bulos Jorge Cabildo

Sean Crawford

Enrique Barreda Andrew Bushnell David Carnet

Jose Cardenas Arturo Fernandez Andrew Harryman Paul Long

Bladlmir Martinez Chris McDannel Juan Molina

Jose Contreras Zach Day

Dany De la Puente

Chris Greenwell Salvador Hernandez

Swimming

Wrestling

Rille Sanders Roth

Dane Wiesman

Mark Stephenson Stephen Strehl

Scott Szopinski Travis Weaver

Bryan Edmonds Salvador Macias

Mario Moreno

Roberto Paras Juan Parra Cesar Rodriguez Tony Serna

Victor Suarez Michael Swain Taylor Volz

Santiago Lopez

Matt Schwind Carlos Walther

Baseball

Tennis

Track

Golf

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Only a few persons influence the formation of our character; the multitude pass us by like a dis­ tant army. One friend, one teacher, one beloved, one club, one dining table, one work table are the means by which one’s nation and the spirit of one’s na­ tion affect the individual.

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Band First row: Grant Smith. Julien Descamps, Enrique Anda. Andrew Hany man, Tyler Newbold.

David Camel. Andrew Cruzen and Andrew Kline. Second row: Matthew Graves, Adam Harralson. Stephen Hermann. John Earl. Blake Fountain and Michael Swain. Third row: Albert Kuo. Evan Spaulding, Lee Johnson. Kyle Yoest. Luis Alejandre and Andrew Bushnell. Fourth row: Alex Stirlen. Cpt. Michael Shoemaker, Leonard Stephens, Kasey Turnbull and John Richardson.

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MMA's Marching Band for 2002-2003 introduces itself to the City of Mexico at October’s Soybean Festival.

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Cpt. Michael Shoemaker grew up in Mexico.

Mo. listening to the MMA Band as they marched in parades. Little did he realize that one day he would be marching with them as MMA 's director of music.

David Carnet appears to be thoroughly enjoying his performance at the Festival of the Arts

Honors & Awards Band Commander Tyler Newbold

Drum Major Andrew Harryman Jeff Crain-Jeff Jorishie, Class of 1976, Award for Outstand­ ing Member of the Jazz Ensemble Adam Harrelson Louis White, ‘74, Virtuoso Award for Outstanding Jazz Musician John Earl Drum Major Andrew Harryman prepares to step the band out for a Sunday review.

Lt. Col. E.R. Jackson Music Award for Distinguished Service to the Music Program Andrew Harryman

Curt Milburn, ‘55, Memorial Award for Bugler Evan Spaulding Sousa Award for Outstanding Contribution to Band Kyle Yoest Kyle Yoest and Tyler Newbold tackle a trumpet solo at the March Pops Concert.

The MMA Marching Band for 2002-2003.

Paul Gillette, ‘70, Award for Outstanding Brass Musician Evan Spaulding

Plaque for Excellence in Music Juan Capistran Streep Brothers Band Award John Earl, Sergeant Kyle Yoest and Andrew Harry man Col. Paul F. Cherches Memo­ rial Award for the Most Valuable Band Member Andrew Harryman

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Boy Scouts Lt. Col. Ron Rosendahl, Scoutmaster

Say what you will about the barracks, at least you don't have to assemble them each night, right Mantha?

First row: Jesse Clark, Joshua Grassl and Srinivas Mantha. Sec­ ond row: Blake Fountain, Sand­ ers Roth, Arturo Ramirez and Adam Harralson. Third row: Douglas Carwile. Tom Wang, Evaristo Salome and Zachary Bush. Fourth row: Alex Stirlen, Edward Delashmit, Stephen Hermann and Evan Spaulding.

Fifth row: A.J. Wilson, Matt Graves, Devon Barker. Chris Horton, Jeff Warne and Tony Serna. Sixth row: Maj. Joe Abelman, Cpt. Mike Keveney and Lt. Col. Ron Rosendahl.

At a special review held in his honor, Joshua Grassl was recognized for hav­ ing attained the rank of Eagle Scout.

He was congratulated by Col. Kelly, As­ sistant Director of Admissions Cpt. Den­ nis Diederich, Lt. Col. Rosendahl and his father, Peter Grassl.

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Maj. Ableman helps frighten wolves away from the Boy Scout camp.

Oleksiy Lachev scores a goodly sized fish on a Boy Scout campout at Mismilaca.

Cadet Council Sitting: Cory Moore, Leonard Stephens, Peter Dolan and Ralph Leavy. Standing: Col. Ronald Kelly, Tyler Warhurst, Kasey Turnbull, Paul Long, Tom Wang, Edelmiro Martinez, Roberto Paras, Jorge Cabildo and Vince Duncil.

Col. Ronald Kelly, Academy President

Tom Wang, Jorge Cabildo, Peter Dolan and Roberto Paras listen carefully before offering their own opinions.

Senior Class President Leonard Stephens explains his postion at the Cadet Council's monthly meeting in Stribling Hall.

Cadet Councilmen

Chairman/Senior President Leonard Stephens Vice-Chairman/ Senior Representative Peter Dolan Recording Secretary Tom Wang

Reporting Secretary/ Junior Representative Paul Long Junior President Edelmiro Martinez Sophomore President Vince Duncil

Sophomore Representative Roberto Paras Freshman President Jorge Cabildo Freshman Representative Kasey Turnbull

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Joshua Prewitt, Luis Carrillo, Jesse Clark. Ruben Zayas, Frank Garcia.

Salvador Macias, Mauricio Flores, Brian Dickey. Juan Molina, Manuel Sanchez. Cesar Rodriguez, Gerardo Ramos. Alejandro Marcos. Sam Dressier, Cedrick Mier, Luis Torres, Jesse Cruzen, Shale Houston, Tom Michalski, Mario Moreno. Chris Marcione. Jaime Obando. Victor Jimenez, Paul Charbonneau. Juan Capistran. Zach Day. Javier Torres, Dany De la Puente. Nic Winters. Jeff Warne. Andrew Wiegand, Hector Sada. Nick Fenton. Joey Ritchie. Luis Moreno. Anuar Duahye, Roberto Paras, Jose Resendez. Kasey Turnbull and Sergio Lujan

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The Cadet Choir belts out a rendition of "Turtle Dove" during the March Pops Concert.

Cpt. Shoemaker leads the chorus in a series of Christinas carols at the Kings Daughters Home in Mexico.

Mario Moreno and Dany De la Puente team up on a duet of the Beach Boys’ "Bar­ bara Ann. ” Senior Cadet Chorus Certificates Juan Capistran, Paul Charbonneau, Zach Day. Dany De La Puente.

Sam Dressier. Frank Garcia. Victor Jimenez. Juan Molina. Luis Moreno. Mario Moreno, Javier Torres and Andrew Wiegand

Phillip Russell, ‘68, Award for the Outstanding First Year Member of the Cadet Chorus

Nic Winters

Award for Outstanding Contribution to Men's Chorus Dany De La Puente

Delta Pfil First row: Peter Dolan, Tom Wang and Jeremiah Popp. Second row: Jaime Obando. Will­ iam Kerns and Cory Moore. Third row: Hector Gutierrez. Edward Dclashmit. Tyler Satterfield, Paul Charbonneau. Stephen Hermann and Gerardo Ramos. Fourth row: Jin Han Kim. Chris Greenwell, John Earl. Tony Serna, Sanders Roth and Jesus Davila. Fifth row: Tyler Warhurst. Leonard Stephens, David Paul, and Taylor Volz. Sixth row: Mark Stephenson, Luis Alejandre, Mario Moreno and Lt. Col. Richard Ray. y ...

Lt. Col. Richard Ray, Academic Dean

Juan Parra donates his time and platelets for Delta Phi's biannual blood drive.

Under Delta Phi president Tom Wang, MAIA and the Jefferson City Community Blood Center collected 90 pints of usable blood from MMA faculty and cadets.

Honors & Awards

Newly Initiated Members Jesus Davila, Antonio Gonzalez, Chris Greenwell. Hector Gutierrez.

Nevin Harralson, Will Kerns. Jin Han Kim, Oleksiy Lachev, Cory Moore, Jaime Obando. Raimundo Rodriguez, Tyler Satterfield and Javier Torres

Senior Keys Luis Alejandre. Paul Charbonneau. Peter Dolan.

Mario Moreno. David Paul.

Jeremiah Popp. Leonard Stephens. Mark Stephenson.

Taylor Volz and Tom Wang

President/Recipient of the Eugene Lamm Award Tom Wang Vice President Peter Dolan Secretary Jeremiah Popp

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Dramateers First row: Evan Spaulding. Luke Cooper. Diego Covarrubias. Kasey Turnbull. Zachary Bush. Evaristo Salome. Tyler Hollman. Lee Ressmcyer. Sam Dressier and Carlos Camilo.

Second row: Cpt. Sylvia Riney. Morgan Josephs. Andrew Bushnell. John Earl. Cory Epperson. Andrew Harryman, Juan Parra. Steve Strehl. Nick Fenton. Luis Alejandre. Juan Capistran and Cpt. Michael Keveney. Third row: Srinivas Maniha. Blake Cylenica. Scott Cable. Adam Harralson. Francisco Inigo. Travis Weaver, Robert Callison. Andrew Kline and Lt. Pamela Ray.

Blake Cylenica, John Earl, Evan Spaulding. Sam Dressier, Tito Salome and Steve Strehl share a surreal din­ ner during "Are You Being Served?"

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Travis Weaver takes an enthusiastic bow after the final curtain of "The Ghost of Canterville. "

Lt. Pamela Ray, Head Director

Honors & Awards

John Earl de­ murs when Cpt. Riney offers costuming assistance.

Adam Harralson confronts Andrew Harryinan’s Ghost of Canterville.

Srinivas Mantha gets his inseam more than measured by John Earl during "Are You Being Served?"

Dramateers Certificates Luis Alejandre, Abraham Andrade, Zack Bush, Andy Bushnell, Scott Cable, Robert Callison, Juan Capistran, Luis Carrillo, Jesse Clark, Luke Cooper, Diego Covarrubias, Blake Cylenica, Sam Dressier, John Earl, Cory Epperson, Mauricio Espinosa, Nic Fenton, Antonio Gonzalez, Chris Greenwell, Jared Halstead, Adam Harralson, Adam Harrow, Andrew Harryman, Tyler Hollman, Chris Horton, Francisco Inigo, Morgan Josephs, Andrew Kline, Srinivas Mantha, Christian Olmos, Juan Parra Chico, Lee Ressmeyer, Raimundo Rodriguez, Tito Salome, Evan Spaulding, Steve Strehl, Kasey Turnbull, Travis Weaver and Ruben Zayas The Stribling Dramateer Trophy for Best Single Performance John Earl

Francisco Inigo and Luke Cooper, two “Knights of the Octagonal Table" do righteous battle at the Festival of the Arts.

Evan Spaulding shows his range with a recitation of a Shakespearean soliloquy from "Hamlet. "

The Rockwell Plaque for Most Versatile Dramateer Evan Spaulding

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Fi/islleers A Team First row: Chris McDannel and Mark Stephenson. Second row: Victor Jiminez, Scott Cable. Taylor Volz and Luis Gonzalez. Third row: Vince Duncil. Edelmiro Martinez, Shuhei Fuchigami. Matthew Schwind. Oscar Nuza and Brian Nedblake. Fourth row: Kyle Hobbs. Devon Barker. Paul Long and Mario Moreno. Top: Lt. Col. Paul Gillette. ’70.

Lt. Col. Paul Gillette, ‘70 Fusileer Instructor

Despite being ranked the tenth best drill team member in the country, Scott Cable tries not to take anything too seriously.

Edelmiro Martinez, next year’s Fusileer commander, in the Dads Day performance.

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B Team First row: Chris Horton. Second row: Kane Weinberg. Luis Aldrete, Salvador Macias and Eduardo Inigo. Third row: Bladimir Martinez. Jaime Obando, Carlos Walther. Lee Ressmeyer, Michael Yamamoto and Matthew Graves. Fourth row: Luis Alejandre. Horacio Chapa. Jose Cardenas and Mauricio Espinosa. Top: Cpt. Michael Keveney.

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The Fusileers fan their rifles during the Moth­ ers Day Field House performance.

Ar a Fusileer, a cadet is expected to train for many hours a day, both in and out of class. As a result, the Fusileers are among the best drilled cadets on the MMA campus.

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Honors & Awards Ranked 6th Overall at the National High School Drill Team Champion­ ship in Daytona Beach, Fl. Demilitarized Arms Division, Challenge Level + 10th Place Individual Scott Cable + Exhibition Drill 5th Place + Infantry Drill Regulation 6th Place Fusileer Commander Chris McDannel

Assistant Commander Mark Stephenson Best First-Year Fusileer Paul Long Fusileer of the Year Chris McDannel The Fusileer B Team prepares to dazzle the crowd at another Field House show.

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Color Guard National Color Guard: Paul Long. Zachary Bush. Kyle Hobbs. Vince Duncil and Brian Nedblake.

Lt. Col. Paul Gillette, ‘70 Fusileer Instructor

If Color Guard Com­ mander Zach Bush gets ready to lead his men onto the parade field.

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International Color Guard: Travis Weaver, Bladimir Martinez. Salva­ dor Hernandez, Victor Jiminez, Oscar Nuza, Jin Han Kim and Cedrick Mier. Top: Mike Metelskiy.

Zack Bush. Brian Nedblake and Vince Duncil at work during a Sunday review.

Honors & Awards Color Guard Commander Zachary Bush

International Color Guard Commander Victor Jiminez

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Victor Jiminez can't enjoy toting that flag around everywhere he goes.

Zack Bush leads the Color Guard during Mexico's annual Soybean Festival pa rade.

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M-Club First row: Jaime Obando, Shuhei Fuchigami, Sanders Roth. Mario Moreno. Tom Wang.

Edelmiro Martinez. Vince Duncil. Tony Serna and Juan Capistran. Second row: Jeremiah Popp. Carlos Carrillo. Peter Dolan. Mike McDannel, Tyler Newbold. Leonard Stephens, Andrew Bushnell. Hector Gutierrez and Mark Stephenson. Top: Cpt. Frank Giuseffi.

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Emilio Vargas prepares his entry for the paper airplane contest, held by the M-Club each year at the Wentworth basketball game.

The M-Club wel­ comed the Special Olympics basket­ ball finals to the MMA Field House in February. An­ drew Cruzen. Sean Crawford and Dave Carnet were among the cadet volun­ teers who helped with the event.

Tom Wang. Mario Moreno, Sanders Roth, Tony Serna and Peter Dolan help supply basketball half time crowds with refreshments.

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President Tom Wang The M-Club Trophy for the Greatest Percentage of M*Club Members “D” Company

Adam Harralson won the paper airplane contest, with Matthew Marass, Raul Gonzalez and Toshihiko Hanabata taking honorable mentions.

Military Police First row: Travis Ellison. Paul Charbonneau. Peter Dolan, Tony Serna and Ryan Mathis.

Second row: Eduardo Inigo. Scott Cable, Edward Delashmil, Luis Gonzalez. Lee Ressmeyer and Christian Mier. Third row: Luke Cooper. Jaime Obando. Horacio Chapa. Mauricio Espinosa, Evaristo Salome and Tom Michalski.

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Ryan Mathis welcomes par­ ents to campus during Dads Day Weekend.

Jaime Obando on guard during a Sunday review.

Provost Marshal Peter Dolan with the founding members of the 2002-2003 Military Police squad.

Honors & Awards

Provost Marshall Peter Dolan

MP of the Year Tony Serna

Tony Senia keeps guard during the H o m e co in i n g soccer game.

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Science Team Cpt. Ken Barnes, Science Instructor

Chris Horton shows off his trebuchet — a model of the medieval siege weapon.

Kneeling: Chris Horton. First row: Cpt. Ken Barnes. Antonio Gonzalez. Eduardo Inigo. Hec­ tor Gutierrez. Javier Torres. Zachary Bush and Edward Delashmit. Second row: Sanders Roth, Joshua Grass!. Jaime Obando and Andrew Harryinan. Third row: Peter Dolan and Jeff Warne.

Sanders Roth is waiting for a light­ ning storm so he can bring his crea­ ture to life.

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Chris Horton and Sanders Roth.

Boomilever; Chris Horton

and Antonio Gonzalez.

Catapult; Eddie Delashmit and Josh Grassl, Data Processing

Third Place Peter Dolan and Andrew Harryman.

Astronomy Fourth Place Peter Dolan and Sanders Roth.

Rube Goldberg System

Fifth Place Peter Dolan and Andrew Harryman.

Guitar; Luis Alejandre and Hector Gutierrez.

Miniature Plane

Journalism Cpt. Luke Smith, Director of Public Relations

Students from the high school and the Junior School toured the Univer­ sity of Missouri's Journal­ ism School. Below, cadets inspect a television camera at Mizzou's KO MU-TV studios.

Sitting: Grant Smith and Ryan Mathis. Standing: Paul Long, Chris Greenwell and Carlos Carrillo

Ryan Mathis and Carlos Carrillo broadcast "MMA This Week" every week on KXEO 1340 AM.

Honors & Awards

Eagle Certificates Carlos Carrillo, Chris Greenwell, Paul Long, Ryan Mathis and Grant Smith Taps Certificates Paul Long and Grant Smith

Broadcast Certificates Carlos Carrillo, Ryan Mathis and David Paul George Davison, ‘68, Trophy for Radio-Television Ryan Mathis

Pearl Green Whitney Memorial Journalism Award Ryan Mathis Lyle C. Wilson, ‘17 Scroll for Journalism Grant Smith

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Life is truly a ride...As you make (your) passage from youth to adulthood to maturity, some­ times you put your arms up and scream, sometimes you just hang onto that bar in front of you. But the ride is the thing.

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Juan Carlos Cano leads Bravo Company past the • Junior School’s new S3.2 million barracks, which finished construction in summer 2002.

Maj. Vaughan presents Danny Sullivan with the Summer Camp ribbon for having completed MMA 's Confidence Course last July.

Above, Maj. Vaughan and Lt. Col. Paul Gillette prepare Jorge Gamboa to rappel down the face of the new rappelling tower. Left, Evan Maconi takes the wall with no trouble.

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Col. Kelly and Maj. Vaughan present Matthew Colwell with the plaque for winning the Dads Day New Boy Junior School Drill­ down.

Elias Sidauy and Emilio Vargas can't help but laugh at the ca­ dets eliminated I from the Drilldown Above, | Matt Colwell, Ja­ son Stock, Zack Hubbard and Eric Schmidt await fur­ ther orders. .

Gonzalo Fernandez leads the new boys onto the field for drilldown practice.

1^. /\ gratified Alex Cheng takes over as platoon leader for the first time.

Mauricio Ayala helps Juan Curios Cano show off his new Senior Warrant Officer shoulderboards.

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Academics

Emilio Vargas participates in the Junior School's Advanced Read­ ers Program. Created to help pro­ mote reading improvement, the yearly ARP competition has be come a favorite part of the cur­ riculum.

Gonzalo Fernandez and Tyler Warhurst (above) traveled a long road and fended off many worthy opponents to win the 2003 Science Fair.

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If having an iguana squatting on his head won't make Jorge Gamboa smile, maybe nothing will.

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Officer Al Schindler presided over the DARE graduation ceremony, which honored cadets for their decision to stay off drugs. From left, Eric Schmidt, Lt. Grant Seemann, Ralph Leavy, Devin Fox, Maj. Judy Twells, Maj. Mark Vaughan, Stephen Hasheeve-Salvato, Danny Sullivan, Officer Schindler, Tho­ mas Kortkamp, Lt. Col. Jonathan Eastman. Jack Biven, Evan Maconi and William Marshall.

Alex Cheng listens intently to Maj. Richard Twells's English discussion.

(Ui foivi Intellectual prima donna Nevin Harraison vamps it up on being in­ formed of his induction into the Delta Phi scholastic society. Other Junior School entrants for the year included Cory Moore and Will Kerns (shown below).

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Dances

Laura Paulina Mendez is captivated by Sam Gaines's smile. Sam just wants someone to take his picture.

Ralph Leavy and his mother Tamara shake the place up when "YMCA" comes on.

Jon Washburn and Brianna Shade trip the light fantastic at the Valentines Day Ball.

Matthew Marass and Jessica Petrone

Nick Wegman, smooth talker extraordinaire.

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Thomas Kortkamp steps up to the plate dur­ ing the Junior School's biannual mixer in the Student Center.

Devin Fox remembers to maintain eye contact while he makes small talk.

Laura Paulina Mendez is back with her brother.

Armando while Sam is out looking for more photographers.

Ms. Janet Graham has the unenviable task' of getting Junior School cadets to loosen up and get their groove on during her an­ nual dance classes.

After much coaxing and shooing, the boys and girls finally intermingle and the class can begin.

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Athletics Activities

With some concern. Jack Biven cheers on Willie Honiker on the back campus obstacle course during Army Days.

Hugh Carnahan and Danny Sullivan just can't seem to figure out how to do a proper pullup.

Jon Washburn spots Andrew Whittle in the weight room during athletics.

Joshua Franks will soon be returning his bowl­ ing shoes — slightly crushed.

The Junior School Rangers: Carlos Davila, Santiago Suarez del Real, Alejandro Portney Elias Sidauy and Alejandro Hernandez

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Mauricio Ayala shows off a goodly sized fish pulled out of the lake dur­ ing a trip to Maj. Kleinsorge's farm.

Josh Franks, the man who feels no pain, chases a crushed bowling foot with a sear­ ing belly-flop.

Who says PT has to be boring? The assistant commandants break out the World Ball for some wintertime fun.

Benjamin Suarez shows off some fancy foot­ work down on the soccer field.

Armando Mendez tries to help co­ ordinate his team's efforts.

Alex Bozarth goes on defense to stop Zack Hubbard's mighty drive for the basket.

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Benjamin Suarez and Carlos Davila go native while touring the St. Louis Zoo. The Steelville Canoe Trip is becoming a yearly tradition for the Junior School.

Jay Serna tries his hand at a giant laser harp at the St. Louis Science Center.

Peter Ray conducts a botanical survey dur­ ing the Science-Social Studies trip.

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Tyler Warhurst calls Bravo Company to attention during the first annual Sept. 11 memorial service, held at the Fireman's Memorial in Kingdom City, Mo.

Gonzalo Fernandez. Juan Carlos Cano and Santiago Suarez del Real on the giant swing in Osage Beach. Mo. during the eighth grade class trip.

Lt. Seemann, Josh Franks, Sam Gaines and Jason Stock get tired of walking around the St. Louis Zoo and catch ride on the train.

Will Kerns and Matthew Marass inspect some World War II weaponry at the World War Memorial in Sr. Louis.

Whew! With all these trips, do the Junior Schoolers ever just stay in their classrooms?!

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Cadet Life

Old boy freshman Adam Harralson welcomes his "cute widdle bwolher" Nevin to MM A as he helps him through the line at the Quartermaster.

Top left, Arturo De La Garza, Alejandro Martinez.

Santiago Suarez del Real and Benjamin Suarez in­ spect an arrowhead produced by a visiting fliniknapper. Above, Ralph Leavy is overjoyed by the idea of barracks formations.

Tyler Warhurst believes he has the perfect bait for a fishing trip at the Lake of the Ozarks.

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Thomas Kortkamp meets his match at a Mexico taxidermy dis­ play.

Cory Moore all ~ dressed up and place to go.

CJ Kersten may just have the height advantage over Alex Bozarth and Alex Cheng.

Zack Hubbard always helps with the Academy's recycling program, much to Carlos Davila's chagrin.

1 Willie Honiker draws first blood at the Halloween apple bobbing tank.

Alex Cheng. Juan Carlos Cano and Mauricio Ayala, all psyched up about that morning’s promotion order.

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WorldQuest Led by President Matt Colwell, the j nation of Shakura (shown sticking their tongues out in their national salute) was the winner of the second I annual WorldQuest competition.

From left. Rayan Picard, Sergio Godoy, Colwell, Hugh Carnahan.

Jack Biven, William Marshall. Tyler Warhurst. Carlos Davila and Jer­ emy Kelley.

Cpt. Smith informs Maj. Kleinsorge's nation of a major crisis that threatens its way of life.

Alejandro Martinez. Jorge Gamboa and Santiago Suarez del Real prepare the national flag of Oceania.

Sam Gaines presents the national col­ ors of the countrty of Alpha-Omega

i Thanks to Will Kerns, the Sha­ kuran flag waves proudly from atop a human pyra­ mid, erected during the Wo rldQuest Olympics.

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The Stribling Cup for Highest Efficiency in the Junior School Cory Moore Senator Christopher S. Bond Award for Outstanding Junior School Underclassman Cory Moore Col. Jerome G. Harris Shield for Most Soldierly Cadet in the Junior School Matthew Marass Improvement Plaque Alex Cheng Faculty Plaque for Leadership, Cooperation and Loyalty Juan Carlos Cano Paul Petit Plaque for Best Inter­ national Relations in the Junior School Sergio Godoy and Sam Gaines Hal Heyman, ‘52, AllAmerican Boy Award Aaron Goetting Petit Fellowship Cup Juan Carlos Cano Plaque for Highest Scholarship in 4th, 5th and 6th grades Jack Biven Plaque for Highest Scholarship in 7th grade Cory Moore Plaque for Highest Scholarship in 8th grade Tyler Warhurst Junior School

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First row: Tyler Warhurst. Aaron Goetting, Zack Hubbard, Alex Bozarth and Santiago Suarez del Real. Second row. Will Kerns. Gabriel Haddad. Cory Moore, Willie Honiker and Sam Gaines. Third row: Maj. Willis Kleinsorge. Marshall Rackauskas, John Gray, Peter Ray and Lt. Col. James Garrett. Not pictured: Jeremy Franklin and Jorge Gamboa.

Tyler Warhurst and Aaron Goetting raise team captain Zack Hubbard up onto their shoulders.

Just because Maj. Kleinsorge has a twofoot height advantage doesn't mean he’s going to slop Alex Bozarth.

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Zack Hubbard muscles through the defensive line for a major push on the basket.

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First row: Mauricio Ayala, John Gray, Arturo De La Garza. Alex Cheng, Gonzalo Fernandez and Armando Mendez. Second row: Tyler Warhurst, Zack Hubbard, Alex Bozarth, Matt Colwell, Sergio Godoy, Nick Wegman, Matthew Marass, Jorge Gamboa, Santiago Suarez del Real and Sam Gaines. Third row: Lt. Dave Bogdon. Carlos Davila. Jay Serna. Mark Sciortino.

Emilio Vargas, Peier Ray, Willie Honiker, Nevin Harralson, Cory Moore. Hugh Carnahan and Lt. Grant Seemann

Santiago Suarez del Real gets his back points as the team looks on.

Mauricio Ayala needs to pick up his opponent’s head if he wants to get the pin.

Tyler Warhurst steps through on an Olympic hiptoss and takes his man to the mat.

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Gabriel Haddad watches Juan Carlos De La Vega heft the shot into orbit.

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Alex Cheng and his trusty steed Raindrop prepare to practice for the Equestrian Review.

Buck the Stablehand gets Diane ready for an afternoon ride.

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Joshua Franks waits impatiently I as Alex Cheng fastens his helmet

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Brigadiers Kneeling: Carlos Davila. Ralph Leavy and Thomas Kortkamp. Second row: Cory Moore, Nevin Harralson. Alex Bozarth. Zachary Hubbard. Will Kerns and Matthew Colwell.

Third row: Sergio Godoy. Aaron Goetting. John Gray. Joshua Franks. Santiago Suarez del Real. Matthew Marass and Tyler Warhurst. Fourth row: Maj. Mark Vaughan, Gonzalo Fernandez. Arturo De La Garza. Juan Carlos Cano. Gabriel Haddad. Alex Cheng. Alejandro Hernandez. Jeremy Franklin and Cpt. Charles Reposa.

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- Gonzalo Fernandez leads the Brigadiers off the field following a ■ successful Mothers Day Weekend ~'i performance.

Boy 5COUt5 First row: Camden Pratt, Devin Fox, Danny Sullivan and William Marshall. Second row: Hugh Carnahan. Stephen Hasheeve-Salvato, Cory Moore, Tyler Warhurst, Sam Gaines and Zack Hubbard. Third row: Jack Biven, Will Kerns, Ralph Leavy, Thomas Kortkamp.

Alex Bozarth. Willie Honiker and Carlos Davila. Fourth row: Jay Sema, Eric Schmidt.

Alejandro Hernandez. Armando Mendez, Benjamin Suarez and Emilio Vargas. Fifth row: Maj. Joe Abelman. Alex Cheng, Lt. Col. Ron Rosendahl and Cpt. Michael Keveney.

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Lt. Col. Rosendahl and Cpt. Keveney give Eric Schmidt a hand learning to fold the flag.

•l-5 Ralph Leavy learns that tying a fish­ ing lure really isn't so hard.

Zack Hubbard gels ready to settle in for the night.

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Fernandez. Pvt. Arturo (10) Golden, Co. 22, 81. 126

'T Fernandez, WO Gonzalo (8' Mexico City, MEXICO 151, 154, 156, 163, 164, 171, 177, 178, 180

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Gutierrez. Sgt. Hector (II) Victoria, Tamps.. MEXICO 75, 108, 118, 141, 148. 150 Haddad. Cpl. Gabriel (7) Tlahuapan Jiu tepee Morelos.

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Johnson, Sgt. 1st Qlass Lee (12) Carrollton, Tx. x- '( 55, 116, 136

Horton. 1st Lt. Chris (12) — TulSauOk. 11. 43. 54r67;-120. 138. 150

JonesCPvi. James (11) Little Elm, Tx. 30, 75, 126

Houston. Pvt. 1st Class Shale (9) Shorewood, Mn. 25. 87. 110, 116, 130. 140

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Martinez. Sgt. Bladimir (11) Victoria. Tamps...MEXICO 75. 108. 126. 146 Martinez. Sgt. Maj Edclmiro (11) Laredo, Tx. Ifl. 17. 32. 33. 35. 72. 74.

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hardest times so far away from home. You have

become stronger in mind and body. We are so proud that you have grown to become such a respectable

young man. The disciplined dormitory life,

hard training, and all the things you have learned at MMA will most definitely assist

you in the future to come.

Always be strict on

yourself, and advance toward your goals- Your

mother and father will

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Paul. 1st Lt. David (12) Meterie. La. 7. 21. 27. 43. 60. 118. 119. 141

Richardson. Lance Cpl. John (9) Havre, Mt. 85. 87, 113, 122, 136

Moore. Cpl. Cory (7) Kirkwood. Mo. 3. 25. 139. 141, 154, 155. 158, 165. 173. 176. 177. 180. 181

Perez. Pvt. 1st Class Jesus (12) Obregon. Sonora. MEXICO 61

Ritchie. Lance Cpl. Joey (11) N. Little Rock. Ark. 21. 76. 140

Perez, Pvt. Jose (12) Montcmorelos. NL. MEXICO 61

Ritchie. Pvt. 1st Class Tony (11) N. Little Rock. Ark. 76

Moreno. Pvt. Luis (12) Morelia. Michoacan.

MEXICO 16. 57. 140

Moreno, 2nd Lt. Mario (12) Morelia. Michoacan.

MEXICO 21. 37. 43. 58, 118. 124.

125, 140. 141. 144. 148

Mucino. Pvt. Adrian (9) Metepec, Edo. Mexico.

MEXICO 87 Muela. Lance Cpl Arturo (10) Torreon. Coah.. MEXICO 82. 130

Nedblake, Lance Cpl Brian (11) Parkville. Mo. 11. 16, 34, 76. 83. 128, 144, 146. 147 Newbold. 1st Lt. Tyler (12) Marion. Ill. 6. 8. 9. 15, 20, 24. 27, 29.

41. 42, 58. 67. 108, 1)8.

128. 136. 137. 148

Neyra. Pvt. 1st Class Alejandro (10) Metepec. Edo. Mexico, MEXICO 82. 108. 109. 130. 132 Nuza. Cpl. Oscar (12) San Diego. Ca 13, 59. 144. 146

Obando. Staff Sgt. Jaime (11) Saltillo. Coahuila. MEXICO 17. 73. 76. 110, 111. 118.

130, 140. 141, 148. 149. 150 Olmos, Pvt 1st Class Christian (9) Torreon. Coahuila, MEXICO 33. 84. 87

Paras, Cpl. Roberto (10) Guadalajara, Jalisco, MEXICO 3. 79, 82. 108, 126. 127, 139, 140 Parra. Sgt. Juan (12) Beaverton. Or. 59, 110. 126. 127. 130.

141. 142

Patterson, Pvt. Eric (10) St. Louis. Mo. 82. 114

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110. 111. 114. 115, 141, 148

Porteny, Sgt. Alejandro (8) Mexico. Edo. Mexico.

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Pratt, Pvt. 3rd Class Camden (5) Winston-Salem. NC 159. 181

Prewitt, Pvt. Ryan (9) Eldon. Mo. 87. 140

Quintanilla, Cpl. Raul (11) Houston, Tx. 76 Rackauskas, Recruit Marshall (7) Bloomington. Ill. 158. 176. 178 Ramirez, Pvt. 1st Class Arturo (9) San Pedro. NL. MEXICO 8, 87. 88. 108, 118. 138

Ramos, Sgt. Gerardo (10) Laredo. Tx. 32. 33. 82, 122. 140, 141

Ray, Pvt. 1st Class Peter (7) Owensville. Mo. 158. 170. 176, 177 Rendon, Sgt. Juan (11) Laredo. Tx. 32. 76. 110. 118, 130

Resendez, Cpl. Jose (11) Laredo, Tx. 22. 32, 76, 140 Ressmeyer. Sgt. Lee (11) Bloomington, In. 76. 130. 142. 149

Sidauy, Cpl. 2nd Class Elias (7) Huizquilucan, Edo. Mexico, MEXICO 158. 163. 168

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Smith, Staff Sgt. Grant (11) Edmond, Ok. 19, 76, 110, 120, 136, 151

Mexico. DF. MEXICO 82, 130. 140

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Rodriguez. PvL 1st Class Cesar Perez, Lance Cpl. Juan (12) H. del Parral, Chih., MEXICO 60

Serna, Staff Sgt. Tony (11) Carrollton. Tx. 14. 24, 31. 71. 76, 110, 116, 1 17, 126, 127, 138, 141. 148, 149

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Rodriguez. Pvt. 1st Class Raimundo (10) Cuernavaca, Morelos, MEXICO 82. 1 10. 111. 126. 130 Romero, Pvt. Ricoard (10) Nuevo Laredo, Tamps..

MEXICO 82, 122

Roth. Sgt 1st Class Sanders (11) Vilonia, Ark. 17, 26, 73. 76, 110, 111, 120, 121. 138, 141, 148, 150

Sada. Pvt. 1st Class (9) Calexico, Ca. 87. 140 Salome, Master Sgt. Evaristo (H) Naucalpan. Edo. Mexico.

MEXICO 24. 76, 116, 126, 127, 138, 142, 149 Sanchez, Pvt. Manuel (9) San Ysidro. Ca. 87, 140

Satterfield. Sgt. Tyler (11) Parker, Co. 33, 76, 108, 120, 141 Schmidt, Pvt. 3rd Class Eric (6) Clayton, Mo. 159, 163, 165, 181

Schwind, 1st Lt. Matthew (12) Edwardsville, Ill. 43. 62, 90, 110, 128, 129, 144, 145

Sciortino, Pvt. 2nd Class Mark (7) Kansas City. Mo. 158, 177 Sema, Pvt. 3rd Class Jesse (7) Carrollton. Tx. 158, 170, 177, 181

Camdenton, Mo. 22. 24. 34 37. 82, 83, 110, 128, 136, 138, 142, 143 Stephens. Maj. Leonard (12) St. Louis, Mo. 6, 8. 11, 12, 29, 33, 34, 35, 36. 40. 42, 72, 104, 110, 111, 116. 117, 136, 139, 141, 148 Stephenson, Cpt. Mark (12) Bloomington. 111.

(Cover). 1,9, 17, 19, 23, 29. 34, 37, 40, 42, 43. 63, 72, 110, 122, 132. 141.

144. 145. 148

Stock. PvL 2nd Class Jason (8) Ballwin. Mo. 157, 163, 171 Stirlen, Lance Cpl. Alex (9) Sunset Hills. Mo. 8, 25. 88. 116, 136. 138 Strehl, Staff Sgt. Steve (12) Wildwood, Mo. 64, 110, 122, 142

Suarez, Recruit Benjamin (8) Torreon, Coahuila, MEXICO 118. 157, 170

Suarez. Pvt. 1st Class Victor (10) Torreon, Coahuila, MEXICO 108, 126 Suarez del Real, Cpl. Santiago (8) Guadalupe, Zacatecas, MEXICO 157, 168, 170, 171. 172.

174, 176, 177, 180, 181

Sullivan, Recruit Danny (4) Upland. Ca. 159, 162, 165, 168, 181 Swain, Lance Cpl. Michael (9) Oklahoma City, Ok. 29, 88. 110, 116, 126, 136

Szopinski. Pvt. Scott (11) Brandon. Iowa 28. 29, 76, 114, 115. 122.

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Tanaka. Pvt. 1st Class Brian (11) Union City, Ca. 77 Taylor. Pvt. Pierce (10) Nashville. Tenn.

82, 114

Volz, 1st Lt. Taylor (12) The Woodlands. Tx. 2. 6. 7, 21, 27. 35. 40. 42. 64.

112, 113, 126, 127, 141. 144 Walther, Pvt. 1st Class Carlos (10)

Torres. Sgt. Javier (11) Uruapan. Michoacan, MEXICO 77. 1 14. 140, 150

Mexico, DF, MEXICO 21. 82, 128

Wang. Pvt. 1st Class Stephen (10)

Torres, Pvt. Luis (9) Uruapan, Michoacan.

MEXICO 88. 124. 130, 140

Turnage. Pvt. Paul (9) Memphis. Tenn.

88. 108, 114

Turnbull. Pvt. 1st Class Kasey (9) Castle Rock, Co. 22. 85. 88, 1 10, 136, 139, 140, 142

Irvine, Ca. 82. 83, 148

Wang. Cpl. Tom (12) Diamond Bar. Ca. 6. 9. 18. 29. 30. 42. 65.

110. 114. 138. 139, 141

Warhurst. WO Tyler (8) St. Clair. Mo. 139, 141, 154, 155, 157, 164, 171. 172, 174. 176, 177, 180, 181 Warne, Pvt. 1st Class Jeffrey

Vargas, Recruit Emilio (7) Monterrey. NL, MEXICO 6. 148. 158. 163. 164, 177, 179, 181

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Rouchester, Mn. 77, 126, 138, 140, 150

Washbum. Sgt. Jon (8) Bartlesville. Ok. 118. 130, 157. 166. 168

Wiesman. Sgt. Dane (11) Franklin. Tenn.

12. 16. 77. 93. 128

Weaver. 2nd Lt. Travis (12) Houston, Tx. 13. 43. 65. 110. 122, 142.

Wilson. Pvt. 1st Class AJ (11) Sheridan. Wy. 2. 23. 77. 93. 110. 114. 138

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Wegman, Recruit Nick (8) St. Louis. Mo. 6, 157. 166. 177

Weinberg. 2nd Lt. Kane (12) Mt. Vernon. III. 29, 32, 34. 43, 66. 116. 117 West, Recruit Kyle (8) Davenport. Iowa 33, 157, 175

Whittle. Pvt. 3rd Class Andrew (8) Arlington, Tx. 13, 157. 168 Wiegand. Cpl. Andrew (11) Mesa, Az. 77. 116, 140

Winters, Pvt. 1 st Class. Nic (11) Parkville. Mo. 77. 110. 122. 140

Yamamoto, Pvt. Shuichi (10) Honolulu. Hi. 82. 122 Yoest. Staff Sgt. Kyle (11) Sullivan. Mo. 11. 19. 21. 71. 77. 114.

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Zaragoza. Sgt. 1st Class Aaron (12) El Paso, Tx 2. 9. 66. 108, 114. 115 Zayas, Pvt. Ruben (II) San Ysidro, Ca. 12. 77, 110. 140

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Pictures numbered from top to bottom, then left to right if pertinent.

Steve Biggers.

Biggers Studios I (1,3), 2 (1,2), 3 (3.4). 5 (I), 10 (1,5,7). 11 (3.4). 12 (3,5). 13 (1.2.7), 16 (5,6), 17 (1,2), 29 (1,2.5). 32 (1,2). 33 (1.2.4), 34 (1,3.4.6). 35 (4.5,6), 36 (4).

37 (2,7), 40. 41 (1-4), 4267, 72 (1.2), 73 (1-5), 74-

77. 78 (1,3). 79-82. 83 (4).

84 (1.3), 85-87. 88 (1-5).

96-103, 108 (1-3). 110 (13). 112 (1-3), 1)4 (1-3).

116 (1-3). 118 (1-3). 119 (4). 120 (1,2). 122 (1-3), 124 (1-3). 126 (1-3). 128 (1-3). 130 (1-3), 135 (1).

136 (1,2), 137 (2), 138 (1.2), 139 (1.2). 140 (1.2).

141 (1,2), 142 (1,2). 143 (4,5). 144 (1,2.4.5), 145.

146 (1-4), 147 (1.5). 148 (1.2) , 149 (1,2), 154. 155 (1.3-5). 156-161, 162 (2).

163 (1,3.4), 166 (2,3), 176 (1-3), 177 (1-3), 178 (1-3), 179 (1). 180 (1,2.4). 181 (1.2)

Blake Fountain 24 (6)

MMA Archives 105 (2)

Terri Gatschet 147 (6)

Ryan Mathis 110 (5). Ill (3.5)

Chris Greenwell 124 (5.6), 125 (3.4)

Dean Patrick.

Mexico Ledger 8 (3)

Andrea Hinkle 25 (3.4,6)

Eduardo Inigo 21 (2) Victor Jiminez 3(1). 108 (4) Col. Ronald Kelly

Cpt. Peggy Reynard 18 (5) ~ Lt. Col. Ron Rosendahl 24 (3.5). 138 (1.2.3). 181 (5.6) Evaristo Salome 24 (4)

14 (4)

Juan Capistran 15 (1). 21 (3)

Carlos Carrillo 19 (1), 120 (3.4) Gilbert Castellanos 2 (4), 108 (5)

Luke Cooper 21 (1.6,7)

Maj. Willis KJeinsorge 3 (2). 155 (2). 162 (1.3-5).

163 (5.6), 164 (1.3-6). 165 (4-7). 166 (5), 167 (1). 168173. 174 (2.4.5). 177 (4.5.6), 178 (4,5.6)

Paul Long 141 (5)

Grant Smith 9 (3.5). 18 (3). 22 (1.5) Col. Charles R. Stribling. Ill, •44 37 (I)

Ruben Zayas 111 (1)

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SPECIAL THANKS From the MMA Journalism Team

Maj. Willis Kleinsorge, Junior School photographer Steve Biggers, Steve Biggers Studios Brent Goerlitz and Lana Knouse, Walsworth Publishing A&B Perscription Shop Audrain Medical Center Ben’s Auto Body Cellular Today Charm’s Hallmark Commerce Bank Crown Linen Dagwood’s Subs & Sandwiches Darby’s Markets

Days Inn Domino’s Pizza Erdei & Wood Home Improvement Center Falcon Antiques First National Bank of Mexico G&D Steak House The Herbal Emporium Hickman’s Food Centers Holiday Inn Express KXEO 1340 AM LaCrosse Lumber La Paz Bed & Breakfast Leonatti & Baker, Attorneys at Law

McDonald’s of Mexico Melody’s Quality Jewelry Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio Mexico Animal Hospital Mexico Cinema III Mexico Ledger Mexico Music Pilcher’s Jewelry Company Pizza Hut Precision Eye Care Safford Shoes Sticky Wicket Wai-Mail Westlake Ace Hardware YMCA

and the cadets, faculty and staff of Missouri Military Academy 2002-2003!

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