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RUTLEDGE A. "RUSTY" GRIFFIN, JR., '62 1944-2019

IN THIS ISSUE Remembering the Late Rusty Griffin Academic Dean Announcement Homecoming and more...

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Letter from the President

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In Remembrance

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Academic Dean Announcement

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ROC Cresting Ceremony Speech

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Brothers in Blue

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Sandy Beaver Entrepreneurial Leadership Awards Dinner

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Distinguished Alumnus/Young Alumnus Awards

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Sports Hall of Fame

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Distinguished Service Award

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Homecoming

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A Nod to RMA History

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Highlight on Model UN

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5 Minute Manners

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A Day in the Life of a Teacher and Coach

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Leadership Development

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Athletic Accolades

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A Look Inside Mitchell Quarters

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Cadets Doing Great Things

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The History of ENN- Eagle News Network

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We Were Soldiers Once... and Young

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#Goals

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RMA Clubs

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RMA Parents' Association

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RMA Honors Donors

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Generous Gift

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Georgia GOAL

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#RMAImpact

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Annual Giving Report/Donor Listing

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Class Notes

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TAPS

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Contributors

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Welcome From the President Dear Riverside Military Academy Community, Since last spring, I have challenged the Riverside Military Academy community to consider the question, “Why RMA? Why is it still here? Why is the mission important? How does it change young men’s lives?" We had decided to dedicate this issue of Reveille to that question, but then we unfortunately lost Rusty Griffin, Chairman of the RMA Board of Trustees.

Rutledge A. “Rusty” Griffin, Jr., ’62, died suddenly on November 5. He left behind his dear wife of 52 years, Barbara; their three daughters and their husbands; and nine, yes nine, granddaughters.

In addition, he left a roster of volunteer roles and commitments, one of which was his agenda to ensure RMA’s financial security for years to come.

Rusty spent two years as an RMA Cadet, and he reported that he never forgot the leadership lessons he learned here. He had written, “My time as a Cadet taught me that there are consequences to poor choices, but with self-discipline and accepting responsibility, I could achieve success.” We dedicate this issue of Reveille to Rusty in his memory and in honor of his selfless service to RMA. He entered RMA as a freshman from his hometown of Valdosta, GA, and his record indicated he was an exemplary cadet. He participated on numerous athletic teams and attained rank. After two years at RMA, he asked his parents if he could return home to play for the hometown football coach of regional renown. They relented and his high school diploma is from Valdosta High School. It’s not surprising that his senior year Rusty played on their state championship team.

He graduated from the University of Georgia and soon thereafter took the reins of the family business and grew it to an agricultural chemicals business of international scale. He knew how to work his way around a spreadsheet and how to ask the hard questions.

When he joined the RMA board in 2016, he brought his business acumen to the table and after being named chairman, he had a laser focus on the school’s financial sustainability and continuing success.

He was persistent -- even dogged -- for all the right reasons. He wanted Riverside Military Academy to be available for future generations of young men as it had been for him.

Therefore, based on Rusty’s story, his passion and his vision, I would answer the question of “Why RMA?” this way: Because, there remains a place for a military style college preparatory education for young men, even in 2019. RMA is the game changer that allows young men to reach their potential. It provides an environmental shift – accountability, regimentation, and structure that young men need, and many seek. It gives them a foundation that leads to the lifelong disciplined habits of a productive, ethical and contributing citizen.

In short, it produces inspiring men like Rusty Griffin.

In memory of Rusty, consider the question, and let me know how you would answer it. And, please keep Barbara, their daughters and those nine granddaughters in your thoughts and prayers.

Colonel(R) Stanley C. “Staś” Preczewski, U.S.A., Ph.D. President president@riversidemilitary.com 678-628-4872 (Cell) WINTER 2019

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REMEMBRANCE

Rutledge A. "Rusty" Griffin, Jr., '62 1944-2019 By: Amanda Willis With Rusty Griffin’s passing in November, Riverside Military Academy lost an alumnus, a supporter, and its chairman of the board of trustees.

“Rusty represented the best of what Riverside hopes to instill in a cadet,” said COL(R) Staś Preczewski, RMA President. “He was a visionary leader among his peers, whether in business, philanthropic endeavors, or in his many positions of service at the state, regional, and local levels.

“His business acumen, enthusiasm, loyalty, strong moral compass, and tireless work ethic are not easily replicated, therefore, the loss to RMA is huge.”

RMA was not the only organization to feel the loss. Rutledge Avalon “Rusty” Griffin, Jr. of Valdosta, Georgia, was a friend and supporter of not-for-profits in his hometown where he was known to be generous with his time, treasure, and his business talent.

“He got interested in The Mailbox Club in 1998 and gave generously and was a mentor to me,” said John Mark Eager, executive director of The Mailbox Club, an international ministry distributing printed gospel materials to children.

“Rusty had the rare combination of being able to encourage me and kick me in the seat of my pants to spur me on. It’s rare that you have someone who is far beyond a donor and becomes a partner in your ministry,” said Eager.

Philip Wilheit Sr, president and managing partner of Wilheit Packaging LLC. of Gainesville, remembers getting to know Rusty when he enrolled at RMA. The Griffin and Wilheit families had connections to one another, and it didn’t take long for Rusty to use his available leave time to visit the Wilheit family home.

The two teenagers paired up in Valdosta and in Gainesville for plenty of high jinks, but the strongest sign of their friendship did not occur until years later. Wilheit was honored by RMA as the 2016 recipient of the Sandy Beaver Entrepreneurial Leadership Award, and Rusty established an endowed scholarship in his friend’s name and honor.

“That was an amazing gift,” said Wilheit.

Following his graduation from the University of Georgia with a degree in agriculture and a minor in business, Rusty served two years in the Air Force Reserve. He returned to the family business, Parramore & Griffin Seed Company, and joined his father in running the firm.

“One of the most impressive things about Rusty is that he was only 26 years old when his father died, and he became 4

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President and CEO of the business,” said Wilheit. “He was thrust into that position at a very young age and grew it to an international company that manufactured, branded and distributed agricultural chemical products.”

"Rusty was inducted into the Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) and was always proud of this accomplishment," said Wilheit.

The company, renamed Griffin Corporation, was sold to Dupont in 2003.

Rusty's influence extended beyond Valdosta, and he was tapped by the state of Georgia to serve on influential statewide boards.

“He served on the Georgia Ports Authority and later was appointed to the Georgia Board of Regents, which oversees the state’s university system. These are the two most important boards in the state and it’s a testament to Rusty’s character, intelligence, and business acumen that he served on both,” said Wilheit.

Rusty’s life was more than business and board membership. He was a man of faith who loved his Lord, his family, and his church.

“Rusty had a profound love for Jesus that showed in how he lived, how he loved his family, and how he helped our ministry and the community,” Eager said.

Brian Daniel, Acting Chairman of the RMA Board of Trustees, says this about Rusty: “Rusty had a big smile, an easy laugh and was the consummate southern gentleman. He was a man of principle, integrity and faith whose wisdom and leadership made a lasting impact on Riverside Military Academy which he so loved. Our thoughts and prayers are with Rusty’s beloved wife, Barbara, his three daughters, nine granddaughters, and the entire Griffin family.”

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Mr. Griffin, Freshman Year, 1959

Mr. Griffin, Sophmore Year, 1960

Mr. Griffin stands among his fellow Private First Class peers in 1959, his freshman year at RMA.

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ACADEMIC DEAN ANNOUNCEMENT

Dr. Cathy Moore Announced as New Academic Dean By: Amanda Willis

DR. CATHY MOORE, a Georgia native with more than 30 years experience in higher education, has been named the new Academic Dean of Riverside Military Academy.

She recently retired from Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) where she served for 13 years as the college’s first Dean of the School of Education.

She was instrumental in developing academic programs that prepared future teachers for careers in middle and high schools.

“Enhancing Riverside Military Academy’s academic program is a priority, and Dr. Moore’s proven success working with young adults transitioning to college will be a benefit to RMA Cadets,” said RMA’s President COL(R) “Staś” Preczewski. “It’s an honor to make this announcement as I feel Dr. Moore’s role at Riverside Military Academy will be transformative.”

Riverside Military’s Interim Dean, Col Robert Cagle, USMCR, will serve until Dr. Moore’s official start in January 2020 after which he will resume his teaching career at RMA. Dr. Moore has spent the fall working closely with President Preczewski, Dean Cagle, and the faculty in the Academy’s strategic planning process.

Dr. Moore’s Ph.D. dissertation explored the ways males and females differ from one another in academic and social environments.

“I appreciate the fact that Riverside Military provides young men with the opportunity to combine their academic education with learning leadership skills,” said Dr. Moore. “The fact that Cadets must function collaboratively with one another uniquely trains them as valuable 21st century leaders.”

Dr. Moore is interested in helping high school students find the right college “fit.”

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“It’s important to prepare students to transition from high school to college, but it’s also important to find their best fit,” she said.

Dr. Moore is also an advocate for dual enrollment and is excited about RMA’s new dual enrollment partnerships with Brenau University and Truett McConnell University.

“I am well-versed in dual enrollment and the opportunities it offers the student ready for the challenge of college courses while still in high school.”

Prior to joining GGC, Dr. Moore served as Chair of Graduate Programs in the School of Education at Brenau University. She guided the university’s

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successful accreditation with the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and established new Master of Arts in Teaching degree programs for teachers of grades 6 through 12.

Dr. Moore received her Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Child and Family Development from the University of Georgia. She also received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Georgia Southern College.

She was recently recognized for her achievements at GGC with a named scholarship fund established by Peach State Federal Credit Union.

ROC CRESTING CEREMONY SPEECH 

ROC Cresting Ceremony Speech ON SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2019, Cadet Areeb Ahmad addressed the 100 Recruits on Campus (ROC) at a ceremony recognizing their successful completion of their ROC Cycle. The ROC Cycle is a demanding, four-week indoctrination phase, which provides new students basic instruction on cadet life, close order drill, and expectations of conduct. Following successful completion of the ROC Cycle, each new member of the Corps received his company letter and was fully integrated into the Corps as a Cadet. Here is an excerpt of Cadet Ahmad’s message to the newly promoted Cadets.

“Completing the ROC cycle is only the beginning. From now on, what you decide to do, and how much effort you give into wanting to be successful, will determine where you stand at this academy. We all went through it. I came to RMA in March of 2017 from Orlando, FL. I had no idea there was even a Gainesville in Georgia. I was not living up to my potential at my previous school and my mother made the hard decision to enroll me at Riverside Military Academy. I struggled with the change and lived in my head for the first little while. It was hard. But one day I had to wake up and to take a step back and see where I was within my life. I realized that I wasn’t where I wanted to be and it was up to me to take advantage of the opportunities I had in front of me.

So, here are a few things I have learned at RMA that I want you to hear. I have learned in life, more often than not, we come across things that don’t necessarily go our way. But does that mean we give up? No. We take what life gives us and we keep moving forward as positively as we can. That’s not just how you make it here at school, but that’s how you make it in life.

There are going to be people you don’t like, there are going to be things that are unfair, but you cannot let these things halt you from being the best you can be.

We are going to fail at times; that is a fact. It’s how we come back from our failures that determine who we are. We cannot back down from our failures. We face them and we come back better than before. So my recommendation is to work hard, get involved, stay productive, and chase your dreams. Doing those things will help you here today, tomorrow, when you move on to college and the world of work.

As for me, today I thank my mother and I tell her that I love her for putting me in an environment where I can really become successful. I went from a misunderstood, unnoticed, unmotivated kid to someone that wants to be better every day. I wish the same for you as you become Cadets. Good luck to you all.

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BROTHERS IN BLUE

Brothers in Blue By: Christian E. Mims

SINCE 2ND GRADE, Wylie McDonald knew that when he was old enough to go to high school, he would be going to the same private boarding school as his father. Wylie was accepted to his father’s alma mater but found Riverside Military Academy in an unplanned search. He and his grandfather visited RMA for a tour and halfway through, Wylie knew this was his school.

"The choice was RMA or my father's alma mater. I thought about it long and hard. I said, 'where will each school get me?'

I looked at the pluses for both, but the rigor of the classes and the discipline instilled in the corps would get me further at RMA. I didn't know at the time, but now that I have been here a few years, RMA is much tougher, a lot harder to do what you're supposed to while you're taking care of others. You are not 8

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just focusing on yourself. That is what I have enjoyed. It is so unique in the fact that it combines athletics, academics, and leadership unlike most schools," Wylie said.

Wylie’s brother, Ridley, followed in his brother’s footsteps.

Ridley thought that he was prepared for his ROC (recruit on campus) cycle because his brother had explained the process. “I had no idea what I was getting into,” laughed Ridley. “I thought because my brother was already here it would be easier for me, but I think it made it even harder.

It was harder because everyone expected more out of me because they knew Wiley as a great cadet.”

Lauren & Claire McDonald, the boys’ parents, said, “Wylie has always been a quiet kid with laser focus. Ridley is more of the bigger picture kind of kid.” And even with their differences, both boys shine at RMA.

BROTHERS IN BLUE  They are both starters on the Varsity football team, they wrestle, and play Lacrosse.

The boys enjoy being a part of a football program that is growing. Just a few years ago, the team was struggling. Now, with the help from the leadership of Coach Nick Garrett, the program is exploding. Last year, every football player who applied for a college football scholarship received one. Wylie sees himself as a part of that bigger goal, saying, “being a part of a program that is growing is great because when you help build it, you see the changes in the other guys. It becomes addicting to win.”

When asked about the brothers, LTC Kenny Payne, who coaches the boys in football and wrestling, said, “You couldn’t ask for two better kids. Wylie has a big heart and works extremely hard. Ridley is really coming into his own. I can’t wait to see what happens with those guys.” They are new to wrestling, and LTC Payne said, "they work harder than others who have been doing it for years."

Wylie and Ridley both hope to attend one of the United States Service Academies. They are prestigious and competitive schools. The process to apply for a Service Academy begins sooner than a traditional university. To be considered for appointment, you must complete the 1214 month application process and obtain a congressional nomination from their local congressman or congresswoman, two State Senators, or the Vice President of the United States.

The process can be grueling and only the most qualified students are accepted, but that does not deter them.

Their grades are impeccable and their leadership superb.

Wylie had nearly a perfect score on the ACT, taken as a sophomore, and Ridley has been in President’s Club every quarter.

The McDonald brothers also spoke about the strengthened relationships between them and their parents, and both recognize the maturity they have over their peers. Ridley said, “I have seen a change in my brother. He is a lot more mature than he was before. I think (RMA) built our relationship because we have both been through it. It isn't the fun things that you remember; it's the hard things. Being pushed to be your best is not always fun. It is those difficult things that make you stronger, and we have done it together.”

These brothers may be bound by blood, but they bleed blue.

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Sandy Beaver Entrepreneurial Leadership Awards Dinner By: Ellen G. DeFoor

ON THE EVENING of August 8th, almost 300 members of Gainesville, Hall County, and surrounding communities were in attendance at the Sixth Annual Sandy Beaver Entrepreneurial Leadership Award Dinner to honor Jared “Drew” Echols and the late Raymond “Ray” Headley Burch, Jr.

Both men were truly deserving of the award. “The vision, passion, and determination that General Sandy Beaver exhibited throughout his tenure as RMA’s President, are qualities that we recognize and honor in Mr. Echols and Mr. Burch,” explained COL(R) Staś Preczewski.

Over the last 10 years, Echols has helped to expand his family-owned farm into retail and agritourism.

The awards dinner, held annually in August, honors local entrepreneurial leaders for achievements that reflect the legendary qualities of General Sandy Beaver, who served as the Academy’s President from 1913 until his passing in 1969.

Proceeds support the RMA Foundation Endowed Scholarship to provide tuition assistance to cadets with demonstrated financial need.

Burch spent more than 30 years of his successful career with CWT Farms, further developing its poultry business in the international export of poultry hatching eggs.

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SANDY BEAVER ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP AWARDS DINNER 

Honorees Drew Echols and Mrs. Madge Burch, who accepted the posthumous award on behalf of her late husband, Ray Burch.

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2019 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNUS/YOUNG ALUMNUS AWARDS

2019 Alumni Awards Geoff Hurdle, '87 Distinguished Alumnus

GEOFFREY “GEOFF” HURDLE received his Classical Diploma from Riverside Military Academy in May of 1987 as a result of seeking a disciplined learning environment where he could focus and excel.

During his tenure, he was a member of the cross-country and swimming teams, and he began friendships with fellow cadets that endure to this day.

In 1991, Hurdle received his Bachelor of Arts from Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, North Carolina. Upon graduating, he went into the family real estate development business, Hurdle Land & Realty.

While managing development projects, Geoff also became a Broker in 1996.

Throughout his career, Hurdle has received many real estate honors for sales volumes and leadership. Most recently, he was awarded the 2018 Wrangler of the Year Award from the Realtors Land Institute for closing the most transactions in a single year among its members in the United States.

Hurdle believes beyond a shadow of a doubt that his success in business comes from a combination of what his father taught him and what Riverside Military Academy instilled in him: character, integrity, leadership, and gentlemanly behavior.

Hurdle has served Riverside Military Academy as the 1987 class representative and as a member of the Alumni Council, where he became the driving force behind the development of and fundraising for the Beauchamp Obstacle Course. He supports Homecoming and the Sandy Beaver Entrepreneurial Leadership Award Dinner every year.

He, his mother, Linda, and his brother, Matt Hurdle, Class of ‘91, have endowed The Walker Hardy Hurdle III Educational Scholarship at RMA, in memory of his father, and Linda is a Founder of the RMA Foundation.

Geoff, his wife Amber, and his stepson Derek, reside in Tennessee. His daughters, Kristen and Brittany, continue the family tradition of real estate in various endeavors in Georgia and Tennessee.

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Zak Haque, '01

Distinguished Young Alumnus ZAKARIA “ZAK” HAQUE credits his time spent at Riverside Military Academy as being instrumental in his career successes. Zak takes a vision and sees it through by using sound strategies. He intuitively sees the threads of opportunity that wind through an organization, brings them together into a coherent whole, and helps others extend their thinking. He is a leader who tells stories that inspire action while at the same time is grounded in financial information that provides a solid foundation for the business.

Zak is respected as a credible voice in decision making.

Currently, as CEO of Bond Insurance Group, LLC, a privately ‐held, global commercial insurance agency, Zak oversees the operations of a multi-million dollar premium organization. He led the successful buyout of multiple agencies, resulting in improved market share in 23 states.

Currently, he is spearheading major strategic shifts to transform the insurance aggregate market and plans to launch a new company by the fourth quarter of 2019.

Previously, as Founder and CEO of Five Dollar Flip Flops, LLC, Zak led business development after starting the company in his basement. During this time, he drove the acquisition of market share turning FDFF, LLC into one of the largest flip flop wholesalers in the market. Zak sold his company in a private sale to a competitor in order to focus on his current insurance product.

Currently, he serves on the RMA Alumni Council and strives to apply his business acumen to help further the success of the Alumni Association. He also serves as a founder of the RMA Business Council which aims to provide a common forum and tool for aspiring and experienced professionals within the RMA community.

Pictured: Zak Haque, '01, and COL(R) Staś Preczewski.

Pictured: Geoff Hurdle, '87

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RMA Sports Hall of Fame Inductees Jerome Blitz, '49 Football | Posthumous

JEROME WAS AN outstanding member of the football team, he also lettered in gymnastics, track & field, and baseball, while winning the medal for highest point total in Muscle College. He later entered Harvard where he played football for three years.

In 1952, Jerome accomplished rare feats by returning a kick-off 93 yards and by setting a Harvard record with 241 total return yards against Princeton. He was selected first-team All-Ivy League in 1952.

Brian Baize, '07 Athlete

BRIAN EXCELLED AS a three-sport athlete. He was a starter all three years on the football team where he was an anchor at running back and linebacker.

During his senior year, Brian was selected to the All-Region Defensive Team and helped lead RMA to the G.I.S.A. State Championship. Wrestling was possibly his greatest sport as he was team captain his senior year, three time G.I.S.A. State Champion, and undefeated two out of his three years.

Brian also excelled in Track & Field, competing in the pole vault, relays, and hurdles, where he broke the school record for the 300-yard hurdles with a time of 39.54 seconds. The Gainesville Times named Brian the "Hall County Track and Field Athlete of the Year" as well as the "Hall County Male Athlete of the Year."

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DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

Nizar Zakka, '85 Accepts Distinguished Service Award By: Ellen G. DeFoor

AT A HOMECOMING gathering of alumni and parents, COL(R) Staś Preczewski presented the President’s Distinguished Service Award to Nizar Zakka, a 1985 graduate of Riverside Military Academy. Zakka, a U.S. permanent resident and Lebanese national, was released in June after being held captive in Iran for almost four years, following a speaking engagement at a conference to which he had been invited by the Iranian government The President’s Distinguished Service Award is given only when the President deems a recipient worthy of recognition for extraordinary service, allegiance, or heroism. COL(R) Staś Preczewski noted Zakka’s integrity, along with fortitude, endurance, and grit, all characteristics RMA strives to inculcate in its graduates. “The fact that since his return Zakka has tirelessly worked for release of other captives held in Iran, as well as for social justice, and freedom of speech, is a credit to the man he is,” said Preczewski.

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him strength and courage while in captivity, Zakka noted, “I knew that my fellow alumni, along with my family, advocated and worked for my release; they never forgot me. The Riverside Military Academy brotherhood, along with the fortitude I learned there, helped me on many dark days.”

Zakka works internationally as an information technology expert and internet freedom advocate involved in multiple organizations. He serves as Secretary General of the Arab ICT Organization (IJMA3), an industry consortium of 13 countries that advocates for information technology in the region. He also serves as Vice Chairman and Public Policy Chair of the World IT Services Alliance (WITSA) and is a member on the board of the United Nations International Telecommunication Union (UN-ITU).

RMA was pleased to honor and celebrate Zakka, who has been involved as both an alumnus and a parent. His sons, Nadim Zakka and Omar Zakka, graduated from RMA in 2013 and 2016.

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Homecoming with Alumni By: Jody Wilson

Alumni from the 1950s proudly display the alumni guidon flag. From L-R: Greg Werd, ‘56, Conrad Conti, ‘58, Mitchell Manning, ‘57, Paul Levy, ‘54, Eric Knox, ‘58, and E.J. Salcines, ‘56.

Brothers in Blue from the class of 1989 gathered at the Mitchell Quarters. From L-R: William Britt, Ruben Barahona, and Patrick Matson

More than 100 alumni gathered under the Mitchell Quarters portico. Alumni ranging from the classes of 1949 to 2019 were in attendance to celebrate the weekend.

Greg Hacker, ‘88 (L) and Frank Piedra, ‘87 had a great time at the Oktoberfest event.

The class of 1949 was represented for their 70th reunion. From L-R: Sumner Cahoon, Richard Aronson, and Doug Loeffler.

From L-R: Whit Owens, ‘79, John B. McKernan II, ‘88, and Bud Oakey, ‘75 share a laugh at the alumni reception.

Errol Bisso, ‘61 and Nizar Zakka, ‘85 led the charge as the alumni company was grouped by decades spanning over 70 years.

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HOMECOMING

Cadet Abrahim Ben-Khalid, '20, Senior Class President, received his class ring at the Senior Class Ring Ceremony during Homecoming Festivities.

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HOMECOMING 

Homecoming in Review By: Christian E. Mims

HCPW 2019 WAS an overwhelming success with a record 463 family members in attendance.

The Eagles dominated Providence Christian Academy in their 2019-2020 Homecoming Football game with a 37-5 win.

and chorus. Mr. Rossi led the band in music from Pirates of the Caribbean and Star Wars. The RMA Chorus performed Africa by Toto, and other incredible pieces of music, conducted

by Ms. Dodd.

During halftime, Second Lieutenant Chad Andrews of Delta Company and Ms. Faith Brown of Flowery Branch, GA were crowned King & Queen as the crowd cheered.

Open barracks was a hit! Parents were ecstatic to be able to visit the rooms of their boys. Cadets took their families on self-guided tours of their companies and gave everyone an inside view of the life they live when not in the classroom or on the sports field.

The Gold and Silver Star Award ceremony was lovely; families, alumni, and students were treated to a joint musical presentation by the RMA band

And none of it would have been possible without a group of parents who came to the rescue. These parents poured over every detail of the

weekend and making it a huge success: Brandy Bowden Matt Brady Karen Faber Camilla & Russell Fagan Erin & Brian Finneran Ann & Mark Fitzgerald Maria & Chris Jones Kelly Legaspi Tori Phillips Tom Presten Amy & Hannah Trigg Anita Vannice Jen & Jeff Werstak Thank you to all who gathered in support of our cadets.

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A NOD TO RMA HISTORY- 1924 VIEWBOOK/CATALOG

A Glimpse of the Past Although the world has changed dramatically since 1924, Riverside Military Academy still holds true to its mission, vision, and purpose.

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HIGHLIGHT ON MODEL UN

Model UN By: Mr. Andrew Pedry

STARTED BY MR. Pedry in 2018, US and World Affairs (for high school students) and Model UN (for middle school students) are a pair of social studies elective classes that teach international relations through a student-driven, inquiry-based system. The course’s hands-on approach appeals to students who enjoy the humanities, travel, are intellectually curious, and are looking for something outside the norm.

From being tasked to solve an Ebola outbreak, respond to sudden tensions between China and India as Bangladesh, or foiling an international art heist, students are given a scenario and time to research a course of action. In some scenarios the students work individually towards a common goal. Sometimes they are in competing teams trying to outresearch, outwit and out-debate their fellow cadets. Good grades are earned by finding realistic solutions based on 20

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the nature of the country or organization that the student is representing.

Members of the class also have the opportunity to compete in regional Model UN events against hundreds of students representing dozens of countries. For many, this is a highlight event as they put on business suits, place themselves in the shoes of a foreign nation, and debate the issues of the day with their peers.

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A Glimpse Into 5 Minute Manners Dear Mr. Merrett,

Dear Mr. Merrett,

At dinner, is it truly disrespectful to have elbows on the table?

I’ve prioritized manners for the longest time, and I’m proud of it. However, sometimes I feel as if I’m not truly myself, or even fake. What do I do?

-Hungry in Hotel Co. Dear Hungry, Although good manners can certainly impress, most exist for two reasons: they show selfless consideration for others, and they’re often practical.

The ‘elbows’ rule is definitely practical-imagine, if you can, a full table of cadets tucking into Mess II, only to whack each other’s forks with their arms.

Etiquette maven Emily Post does allow an exception to this when talking between courses, since there’s no meal to interrupt.

However, if someone at your table (your dear grandmother, perhaps) feels uncomfortable with it, then it’s best to refrain out of consideration, even if you know you’re right.

-Concerned in Charlie Co. Dear Mr. Merrett, I’ve heard there’s such thing as knife etiquette.

What are the rules?

-Daggers in Delta Co. Dear Daggers, For many men, a pocketknife is a daily tool. Most knife etiquette concerns safety: cut away from your body but not near anyone else; hand a fixed-blade knife to someone handle first (but hand a folder back in the same state you received it).

Boy Scouts know to say “thank you” once they safely take hold of a knife.

My favorite piece of knife lore holds that if you’re gifted a knife without paying for it, it could “sever your friendship.” My father always taped a nickel to the top of the box, so I could immediately “pay” him for my present. I’m not sure our relationship was in danger, but it makes for a good story.

Dear Concerned, It’s important to pay attention to behavior, but good manners ultimately ought to flow from good character. (When the inside and outside match, it’s called integrity.)

If you’re in a situation where the “proper” thing is in conflict with human decency, the choice is obvious for any man.

I heard a story about a fancy company gala: A clueless new hire arrived wearing white shoes with his tuxedo (a faux pas). Rather than let the new guy stand out uncomfortably, the host quickly changed into his own white shoes, breaking the ‘rules’ but lending his guest instant credibility.

Stay true to your character and you won’t go wrong.

Mr. Elijah Merrett teaches English and the Studies in Personal Leadership Course at RMA and was our 2018-2019 Teacher of the Year.

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A TEACHER AND A COACH

A Day in the Life of Marvin Latham

By: Mr. Andrew Pedry

IT IS A well-worn cliche made fresh by truth - Riverside Military Academy is filled with passionate faculty who routinely go above and beyond in service to our cadets.

Marvin Latham, in his 6th year teaching and coaching at RMA and his 26th in the profession overall, is a perfect example of that dedication. Born in Nashville, TN, he spent his formative youth in Germany, before majoring in history and playing basketball at Belmont University.

After working at public and private schools in the region, Mr. Latham came to RMA because of its basketball program.

It was good, but he saw potential for even greater things and he has put in a phenomenal number of hours as the head basketball coach and the football team’s defensive back coach to make those programs the best that they can be.

Reveille for Mr. Latham is typically 0545 and he is at work by 0700, grading assignments and getting ready for the day.

OT starts an hour later, and by 1530 with a full day’s teaching under his belt, the day is only two-thirds over. From class it’s a quick change into PT clothes before four and a half hours

split between basketball and football practice - coaching cadets, strategizing with fellow coaches, and preparing for the next day’s practice.

Weekends bring games, tape review sessions, and more coaching; 20-24 hours a weekend is normal for Mr. Latham.

Though that would exhaust some, for the Latham family, sports have always been a part of their life. When Mr. Latham’s son was small, he followed dad to practices, games, and tape reviews. In the spring Mr. Latham takes about two weeks off - meaning he goes home at 1600. After a couple of weeks, rested and getting antsy, he’s back at it, preparing for next season and another amazing set of opportunities for our cadets.

This is my life, [and] I enjoy it. I enjoy being in the classroom, I equally enjoy being on the field.

Mr. Latham teaches World History and Government.

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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT 

Leadership Development By: Capt Scott R. Green

EVERY CADET BEGINS his career at Riverside Military Academy as a Recruit on Campus (ROC)—the importance of good followership is heavily emphasized during this required 30-day ROC Cycle. Upon completing the ROC Cycle, cadets are eligible for promotion and billets of increasing responsibility; selection to a leadership position begins with identifying those cadets who best demonstrate good followership, and who indicate a desire to serve their fellow cadets as a leader.

Earning a position, which occurs not only during Fall Leadership Camp, but also throughout the year as positions rotate, is often competitive, and several factors are taken into account; selection within the Corps is based on maturity, demonstrated knowledge, skills, abilities, and future potential, as well as the developmental needs of the cadet. Once selected, leaders are continuously developed

during the year through the JROTC curriculum, faculty/ staff/peer mentorship, formal and informal counseling from Teacher-Advisor-Counselor (TAC) Officers, participation in supervised role-playing scenarios, and weekly Character and Professional Development sessions.

The “science” of leadership is taught in the classroom and during lectures; the “art” of leadership is learned in the application of leadership principles in real-world scenarios.

A cadet’s daily life is a laboratory of opportunity in which he can implement the science of, and begin to master the art of leadership. Cadets learn and implement different leadership styles, methods, and techniques in order to hone their leadership skills in preparation to engage and overcome future obstacles and challenges in life.

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ATHLETIC

ACCOLADES By: Zach Garrett, '11 Football

Raiders

Our Fall athletic teams have been competing at a high level this year with our football team beating tough opponents like Johnson High School, Towns County, and Providence Christian. The Eagles currently sit at 5-5 overall record and 2-3 in the region. With the famous “Miami-Vice” duo Quarterback Shad Dabney and Wide Receiver Adriel Clark racking up over 2,000 yards in total offense for the season, they make the most prolific offensive combination in the area.

Our Raiders had a phenomenal season, winning almost every meet in which they competed. The B-Team came out on top this year and brought home the national title while the A-Team came in a close second to Adairsville -a team that has been second place for a few years now. With new coach, Oscar Rodriguez, to assist head coach 1SG Andy Williams and LTC Kenny Payne, the Raiders look to regroup, recruit, and retain high-quality Raiders to bring the heat to the 2020 season next Fall. For a team that has won a combined total of ten national titles we’d say they had a successful season.

Cross Country Our cross country team competed at the state meet for the second year in a row after placing 3rd at the region meet in October at Tallulah Falls. They ran against larger 5A, 6A and 7A schools during the regular season which prepared them for the region and state meets. In a region of 12, the Eagles finished third - where only the top four advance to the state meet. The Eagles were training in the toughest cross country region in the state, Region 8-A Private. They placed 16th at the state meet while running in sub 35 degree weather with frost on the ground. Congratulations to our cross country team on a great season.

The success of our athletic teams is a direct result of cadet-athletes and coaches living by our motto, “Mens Sana in Corpore Sano,” which means: A Sound Mind in a Sound Body. Combining our rigorous academics and competitive athletics, RMA continues to offer a premier, well-rounded educational experience for young men to thrive both in the classroom and on the athletic fields. We believe that this approach is the best way to prepare our graduates for college and life thereafter. Join us as we continue to carry this mission into the winter and spring athletic seasons.

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A LOOK INSIDE MITCHELL QUARTERS

A Look Inside Mitchell Quarters By: Ellen G. DeFoor

MITCHELL QUARTERS IS more than the President’s residence on campus; it also provides a special venue to host intimate gatherings, socials, and receptions for alumni, parents, cadets, faculty & staff, and the community. Guests marvel at the beauty of the home and are curious about the naming of the home and its rooms.

Dedicated on May 18, 2013, Mitchell Quarters was made possible by the generous support of alumnus Abe Mitchell, ’52 and others. Several of the rooms within the home also have been named by the generous donors. There are additional rooms that are available for naming, as well as other locations throughout campus, including, but not limited to the barracks, sports facilities, labs, classrooms, department chairs, and other prominent areas.

For more information about naming opportunities, contact Ellen DeFoor, Vice President for Advancement, at 770-538-2924 or edefoor@riversidemilitary.com.

Naming opportunities provide an avenue to honor those who made an RMA education possible, to memorialize the career of a treasured RMA teacher or staff member, or to create a lasting legacy for the difference RMA has made in your life or for your family.

All gifts that secure naming opportunities further RMA’s mission, provide direct benefits to cadets, faculty and staff, and provide ongoing maintenance to preserve the Academy's beautiful campus.

Naming opportunities within Mitchell Quarters are available and include the Foyer Entrance Hall, Kitchen, Master Suite, and other spaces.

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The Barahona Lounge

The Kennedy Room

The Blackstock Veranda

The Talkington Billiards Parlor Entrance Hall

The Freeman Library

The Gonzalez Parlor

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CADETS DOING GREAT THINGS

Cadets Doing Great Things By: Christian E. Mims

RMA CADETS ARE expected to excel in all aspects of their lives on campus. But, they do more than excel; they do great things.

Below you will find a small portion of incredible things the Cadets are a part of everyday.

Cadet Joseph Brockwell has been given his first Art Gallery Installation inside the Mac & Sue McLendon Student Success Center located in the Sandy Beaver Center for Teaching & Learning.

Brockwell was able to attend Savannah College of Art & Design this summer. His work was so impressive, he was awarded multiple scholarships and plans to attend upon graduation. He claims his biggest inspirations are his father, his mother, and Mr. Freeman.

Cadet Joseph Brockwell stands with one painting of many, in his art gallery titled, "You're on your own."

Uncertain_tea Acrylic on canvas 2018 Get it? green + black

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Youth Leadership Hall is a program for high school juniors and seniors that seeks to provide an investment in the community’s future leadership by fostering interest in the community and inspiring students to become the leaders of tomorrow. RMA had seven cadets selected for this program this year. Congratulations to Cadets Areeb Ahmad, Ben Petrella, Chad Andrews, Chaoling Hsu, Jackson Roach, Juan Pablo Nava, and Pablo Yesaki Serrato.

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Ms. Dodd’s newly formed piano lab has been a welcomed addition to the fine arts department. Students of all experience levels are able to craft their skills and create.

• Mr. Merrett’s class learns to cook! They spent time baking bread and learn to make the perfect steak.

• Currahee Mountain is a rite of passage for all RMA ROCS to become Cadets.

The hike to the summit of Currahee Mountain (1,735 ft.). The mountain was

made famous internationally by television miniseries Band of Brothers, in which it was featured as a training site of the American Paratroopers at Camp Toccoa, Georgia, where they ran up and down Currahee. The name of the mountain became the motto for these paratroopers including the famous quote: "3 Miles up, 3 Miles down.” The soon-to-be Cadets learn perseverance and push themselves beyond limits they thought possible.

The most prestigious club at RMA is the President’s Club. Membership is limited to cadets who meet the rigorous standards and is an earned reward that acknowledges excellence in academic achievement, self-discipline, outstanding personal behavior as well as participation in an extracurricular activity. Cadets must have a weighted semester GPA of 3.75 (Silver Star) or 4.00 GPA (Gold Star) or above in their core classes.

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RMA’s Art Class, taught by Mr. Freeman, is a great way for cadets to explore their creative vision and talents through painting, drawing, ceramics, and sculpture.

• Cadet Jake Baker was featured in a book written by a Georgia author with Cystic Fibrosis. Baker is the first cadet at RMA diagnosed with CF. The book features people who are persevering and going far beyond what is expected with a life-shortening disease.

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Mr. Merrett’s Studies in Personal Leadership class took an overnight backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail. Over 10 strenuous miles, cadets learned outdoor skills such as knife and fire safety, map reading, and water filtration, as well as character skills such as perseverance, teamwork, and leaving the world better than you found it.

• Mrs. Lin-Nanni’s Chinese class celebrated the Moon Festival on September 13th. The Cadets were able to sample different mooncakes and

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learn about the festival. Chinese families spend time together eating food and mooncakes during this festival, it is similar to Thanksgiving in the USA. • Opening Night of "Dead on Arrival" was a true success performed by RMA Drama class. There is so much more than what you see on the stage to put on a great production including hours of set preparation, lighting design, and rehearsing.

THE HISTORY OF ENN- EAGLE NEWS NETWORK 

The History of ENN

By: Zach Garrett, '11

DURING MY SENIOR year as a cadet at Riverside Military Academy, fellow Cadet Chris Reed and I decided to start a news show that would focus on highlighting the great things happening on campus. With the help of LTC Adam Carter, the Deputy Commandant, we were able to carve time out of our schedules to air ENN- Eagle News Network. We only produced two episodes that year since we were graduating seniors and were more focused on getting into college than producing content.

After graduating from the University of Georgia with my Master’s degree, I returned to

Riverside Military Academy to start the Video Production Program where I taught one section of Video Production.

Now, three years later, I teach five sections and one of those, the Broadcast Video Production course, is dedicated to producing ENN. ENN is a fully cadet-driven news show that carries the same mission as when Chris and I were producing it. The ENN cadets meet each day to plan, schedule, film, and produce stories that matter most to the Corps of Cadets and the RMA community. With over 40,000 views since our pilot season in Spring 2018, ENN has certainly become part of the culture at RMA. My goal has always been to give cadets the tools to produce their best work and be competitive applicants to university production programs and jobs in the industry. I am proud of how far we’ve come and where we will go in the years to come. “...and you’re watching, ENN!”

Season 1 Anchors

Season 2 Anchors

Cadets Christopher Sweetenburg, ’18 & Areeb Ahmad, ’20

Cadets Max well Garcia, ’19 & Trey G reene, ’18

Season 3 Anchors

Season 4 Anchors

Cadets Max well Garcia, ’19 & Mason Anthony, ’19

Cadets Nicholas Newman, '20 & Areeb Ahmad, ’20

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WE WERE SOLDIERS ONCE... AND YOUNG

We Were Soliders, Marines, Sailors, & Airmen Once...

Bob Martin Entered Service in 1968 Security Guard

Fred Bremer Entered Service in 1970 Hotel Co. TAC Officer

Harvey Gainer Entered Service in 1970 Security Guard

Lee Cleaves Entered Service in 1972 Chief TAC

Steven Hadaway Entered Service in 1973 Assistant Academic Dean

Ronnie Baldwin Entered Service in 1974 Chief TAC

Paul Green Entered Service in 1974 Alpha Co. TAC Officer

Posey Brownlee, Jr. Entered Service in 1976 Delta Co. TAC Officer

~ Willie Nunez Entered Service in 1977 Alpha Co. TAC Officer

Jorge Sosa Entered Service in 1978 Academy Sergeant Major

Pictured as an academy cadet in 1968 as a 12 year old.

David Phillips Entered Service in 1964 Science Teacher

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Andy Williams Entered Service in 1978 Military Science Teacher

WE WERE SOLDIERS ONCE... AND YOUNG 

AND YOUNG.

Dennis Bagwell Entered Service in 1979 Social Studies Teacher

Staś Preczewski Entered Service in 1980 President

Bobby Gillyard Entered Service in 1980 Delta Co. TAC Officer

Chuck Piper, Jr. Entered Service in 1980 Charlie Co. TAC Officer

Doug Harper Entered Service in 1981 Social Studies Teacher

Mark Cromer Entered Service in 1982 Bravo Co. TAC Officer

Barry Carter Entered Service in 1982 Echo Co. TAC Officer

Marion Woods Entered Service in 1982 India Co. TAC Officer

Adam Carter Entered Service in 1983 Interim Commandant of Cadets

Kevin Guier Entered Service in 1984 Assistant Commandant – Support Ops

James Brinson Entered Service in 1985 Science Teacher

Robert Cagle Entered Service in 1986 Interim Academic Dean

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WE WERE SOLDIERS ONCE... AND YOUNG

We Were Soliders, Marines, Sailors, & Airmen Once...

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Kirk Swanson Entered Service in 1987 Science Teacher

Roy Close Entered Service in 1987 Hotel Co. TAC Officer

Lee Dickson Entered Service in 1988 Operations Officer

Melvin Robinson Entered Service in 1989 Band Co. TAC Officer

Stephen Giove Entered Service in 1989 Director of Bands

Kenny Payne Entered Service in 1989 Military Science Teacher

Michael Rossi Entered Service in 1989 Assistant Director of Bands

Becky Marshall Entered Service in 1990 Staff Nurse

James G. Spivey Entered Service in 1990 Advisor to the President; & Former Commandant of Cadets

Jennifer Glassford Entered Service in 1993 English Teacher

Timothy Otis Entered Service in 1994 Band Co. TAC Officer

Mitch Freeman Entered Service in 1994 Art Teacher

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AND YOUNG.

Rob Parker Entered Service in 1996 Admissions Counselor

Andew Pedry Entered Service in 2000 Social Studies & Latin Teacher

Mason Gallivan Entered Service in 2011 Golf Co. TAC Officer

John Risley Entered Service in 2000 English Teacher

Scott R. Green Entered Service in 2013 Assistant Commandant – Operations

James Corbin Entered Service in 2002 VP for Enrollment Management

Rhys Adams Entered Service in 2019 Night TAC Officer

The Riverside Military Academy Faculty and Staff is teamed with Veterans.

And we owe them thanks. They sacrificed their time and moments with their families all for the prosperity of the Nation and in service to their fellow citizens. The countless hours, blood, sweat, and tears helped to provide the lives we take for granted every day.

While others were at home during the holidays with their families, our Veterans were out in the elements determined to keep us safe.

They braved the impossible to allow for the lives we know to stay possible.

Many people wonder if they made a difference in the lives of others, but our servicemen & women know beyond any doubt that they have. And here at RMA, they still do.

These men and women guide the Cadets in every aspect of their lives.

And we thank them.

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#GOALS

#Goals By: Christian E. Mims

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019 signaled the opening of RMA’s brand new outdoor volleyball and basketball courts. On one of the first closed weekends of the 2019-2020 school year, Cadets signed up for 3 on 3 basketball and companies went head to head in a volleyball tournament. The sun was blazing as they stepped out onto beautiful, brand new, courts.

The previous courts were not up to the RMA standard, and an alumnus saw the opportunity to give back to his alma mater.

Thanks to the generous in-kind donation of Ernest T. "E.T." Lopez III, '84, RMA cadets were given the gift of outdoor sport.

E.T.’s company, Atlanta Paving & Concrete Construction Inc., and his team spent weeks ripping up the old courts, leveling the newly tilled soil, and building back a new, solid foundation.

Heavy machinery lined Lake Warner Drive as concrete, dirt, and debris were torn up and taken off the campus. As you can see from the before and after photos, the landscape next to the West Portal has made a huge change for the better. The process to remove and install the courts was arduous and was made even more difficult by the hot Georgia summer.

The RMA maintenance team also helped to create the new spaces. Chris Williamson, Tom Ledford, Ricardo Zuniga, and Jim Jobst built the retaining wall surrounding the courts, installed the volleyball court, and the basketball goal posts.

Hotel Company won both the first volleyball and basketball competitions on the new courts and they are very keen to keep that record.

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RMA CLUBS

RMA Clubs

CLUBS ARE A vital piece of the RMA experience. The cadets can participate in a multitude of activities and develop skills and interests alongside their peers, building more long-lasting relationships.

Martial Arts Club Instructed by Coach Brian Baize & Coach John Risley, RMA's Martial Arts Club embraces a few different disciplines of martial arts, to include: Shotokan Karate, Ju-Jutsu, Judo, Wrestling, Western Boxing, and a look at the Okinawan Weapon System of Kobudo.

As a continuation of the academic martial arts class, Riverside Military Martial Arts will focus on many of the same key areas as the scholastic class, but will have a heavier emphasis on the sport aspect of martial arts and will participate in an intramural competition or travel to highly competitive tournaments abroad.

Eagle Bots & Cyber Patriots

Airsoft Club

Agriculture Club

Eagle Bots Club has been an RMA staple since 2016. Currently, there are 12 members with six returning cadets. The members learn teamwork, computer coding, and engineering. There are two Robotics events, both held in March. The program hopes to extend into SeaPerch (underwater robotics) in 2020.

For the last five years, RMA Airsoft has been a popular GSA activity, with dozens of cadets coming out to develop their teamwork, combat marksmanship and small unit tactics during the off-season from more traditional sports. Along with regular game time throughout the week in RMA’s trenches and forests. RMA Airsoft also enjoys in-house military simulation events and a fine track record of success at national-level milsim events in the region.

The Agriculture Club at RMA seeks to better cadets by instructing them in the processes of sustainable agriculture and the food system. As a club, the cadets hope to help RMA think differently about what and how they consume.

Cadets in the club have participated in various activities such as visiting a nearby agricultural center, participating in homesteading activities, and learning about animal care. Future plans for the club include trips to farmers markets, a classroom garden, and further work to encourage a sustainable RMA.

Not to be confused with the Eagle Bots, the CyberPatriots, began at RMA in 2017.

Cadets learn how to secure and harden online infrastructures against attacks using industry-standard tools.

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RMA PARENTS' ASSOCIATION 

RMA Parents' Association By: Pam Baker

PARENT AND FAMILY volunteers have historically played a very important role at Riverside Military Academy despite having a student population from all over the world. For many years, we have had Grade Parent Coordinators overseeing each grade – similar to room moms in a public school. This model has been reasonably effective over the years, but what we have found lately is that the bulk of the volunteering was handled by a small number of people and we had limited opportunities for shorter periods of time, or for those from other parts of the world.

With that in mind, we are excited to announce the newly formed RMA Parents' Association. The Parent Association offers cross collaborative opportunities including: Regional Parent Connectors (welcomes new families to RMA), Cadet Activities Liaisons (assist with fun activities throughout the year), Special Events Committee (assist with events such ROC Cresting, Homecoming, Appreciation Luncheons, and Military Ball), Public Relations Committee (assist the PR Department by capturing pictures and videos of RMA events), Social Media Committee (assist with social media outlets including Yelp and Google reviews) and Communications Liaisons (assist with providing streamlined communications between RMA and families).

The goal of this new initiative is to allow multiple avenues for families to be a part of the RMA volunteer pool regardless of distance or time limitations and to create a space where everyone is working together for the benefit of our Cadets.

If you would like to become involved with the RMA Parent Association, have ideas, or questions, please email Pam Baker at pbaker@riversidemilitary.com.

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RMA HONORS DONORS

RMA Honors Donors By: Ellen G. DeFoor

Donor Appreciation Reception Riverside Military Academy hosted an intimate reception to recognize members of the Cumulative Giving Societies for their lifetime giving of $10,000 and above, and Legacy Society members for including RMA in their estate plans.

“It is largely due to your investment of time, talent, and financial resources that we are considered the best Military Academy prep school,” said COL(R) Staś Preczewski.

“Philanthropy creates a margin of excellence in our programs that can move an institution from good to great.”

Thank you for believing in RMA’s mission and for the investment you are making in the lives of these young men.

-Board of Trustees’ Chairman, The late Rutledge A. “Rusty” Griffin, Jr., ’62

Generous donors have not only helped hundreds of students attend RMA by providing funding for tuition assistance, but also enhancements through capital projects and programs such as Memorial Plaza; an indoor batting facility, which is underway; and upcoming renovation of the press box on Maginnis Field; and more.

Cadet Moon and Cadet Brobst shared personal stories about their unique experience, and thanked the donors for the impact they are having on the Corps of Cadets.

Family Park Gets a New Name With alumni from all over the country and the world on RMA’s campus for Homecoming Weekend 2019, the Class of 1966 was recognized for its generosity and funds contributed to rename the outdoor pavilion area the Class of 1966 Family Park. The project was led by Joe Burns, Class of 1966 President, and the Immediate Past Alumni Council Chairman, Ron Fenner who encouraged his classmates to make financial gifts to the Academy to help fund initiatives that directly impact the educational experience benefitting all RMA cadets.

This outdoor area is used throughout the year -- cadets, families, alumni, faculty and staff, as well as those who live on campus, enjoy the large covered pavilion for picnics, gatherings, and even as an occasional respite for a quiet lunch or to read a book.

“RMA is grateful for the many alumni who choose to give back to the Academy that they credit for the life skills, leadership and structure that has led to their success as adults,” noted Ellen G. DeFoor, Vice President for Advancement, “Ron and his classmates realize that alumni-giving is essential to the long-term sustainability of the Academy, and wanted to set an example for others.”

Class of 1966 Dennis M. Agnelly Guy M. Allard Michael S. Antoon Craig H. Barr Marshal M. Beavers Sidney S. Blase Charles S. Boswell Robert C. Bridger Alan D. Bryant Arthur W. Buechter Joe A. Burns William T. Burroughs Mark R. Butson W. Jay Carey Richard J. Carrere Starling E. Carter Bennet R. Castro Denley C. Caughman

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David P. Chandler Laurence D. Chitlik Frank M. Christopher Jim V. Cober Mark G. Cohen Loren F. Cole Stephen E. Craig John B. Delcambre Tommy D. Edwards Moncrieff V. English Stephen T. Fallin Ron P. Fenner Russell H. Forney Davis M. Glasgow David F. Glass Greg E. Goebel Edward A. Gonzalez Michael L. Gooch Wayne L. Green

Roy F. Greenberg Charles D. Gulley Robert B. Harrison John C. Harville Jack Heard Edward C. Herty Robert A. Higgins Michael D. Hightower Eric M. Hill Bruce J. Hodgson James B. Holland Thomas L. Howe James B. Hubbard David B. Jackson Joel A. Kaufman Gary Keaster Curtis L. Keene David C. Kerr Richard E. Kimball

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Lawrence J. Kovalcin Wayne Lassen James J. Leeb Joseph A. Leeb Dennis J. Lehman James K. Leicht Lawrence G. Lewis Steven A. Lopez Dan M. Macrenaris Ronald G. Malion Bruce A. Mather Michael J. McCampbell Richard S. McKee Dale S. Medlin John S. Menard Michael L. Meyers Ira J. Middleberg Michael H. Mikulicz George K. Miska

David B. Monteith Tony F. Muller Jesse E. Norfleet John C. Nunnally Daniel J. Oboyski John T. Parker Mercer C. Parrott Craig L. Petersen Clifford C. Pregge Juan B. Pujol John E. Purdy William M. Rapp Neal E. Richard Oscar S. Rodriguez Jay D. Rosenzweig Kenneth B. Royster John H. Saffold David G. Sandberg Gary L. Schell

Michael J. Schumaker James L. Seadler John H. Sherrard Craig D. Smith Eudaldo A. Suarez Phillip W. Tedder Thomas J. Turentine J. Warner Veal Charles P. Watson John E. Watson Samuel D. Weil Jeffrey S. Weiner Fred R. Welch David F. Wiegel Thomas M. Wilcox Stevens C. Willett Michael W. York Joseph A. Ziemer

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Generous Gift Announced to Name Press Box and Revitalize Athletic Facilities By: Ellen G. DeFoor

THANKS TO A $1million gift from an anonymous Gainesville community member and friend, Riverside Military Academy’s athletic facilities will soon be under construction. Beginning with expansion of the press box at Maginnis Field, as well as revitalization of the football field, followed by improvements to many of the other athletic areas and fields on campus.

The press box will double in size with the addition of a second story, providing much-needed space to accommodate the visitor’s coaches, press, and filming staff for both teams. The renovation will include technology upgrades including a new sound system and underground cable to provide livestreaming of games and events held on the football field, so that parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends from all over the country and around the world can be a part of the events. Once renovated,

the press box will be known as the Phil Jackson Press Box, named in memory of the donor’s late friend, Phillip E. Jackson. Mr. Jackson passed away in 2014 after serving more than forty years in a newspaper career, including sports editor and columnist for The Gainesville Times.

“This gift will have a transformational impact and marks the single largest donation in the Academy’s history,” said Ellen G. DeFoor, Vice President for Advancement. “The donor wanted to invest in the unique, military model, college-preparatory experience of our Cadets. We are incredibly grateful for what this means in terms of our ability to develop young men for success in college and life beyond.”

Construction is slated to begin at the end of the calendar year, after

the football season concludes. In addition to the press box expansion, Maginnis Field will undergo a complete renovation, including regrading, drainage, irrigation, new sod, among other improvements. Located along Riverside Drive at the Academy’s main entrance, Maginnis Field is used for football, lacrosse, parades, and other key Academy events and activities.

"RMA is extremely appreciative for the donor’s generosity,” said COL(R) Staś Preczewski, President of Riverside Military Academy. “Our GHSA-A athletic programs have become some of the most competitive in our region.

These enhancements will allow RMA Cadets to compete at a higher level.

The incredible facilities will provide opportunities for both recruitment and retention of 7th-12th grade boys."

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Georgia Residents, Thank you for your participation in Georgia GOAL! $330,529 contributed to RMA for tax year 2019 Jane Adams • Darlene & Marc Albertson • Vanessa & Benjamin Allen • Alene C. Arenas • Wendy & Geoffrey Aring • Cynthia & Timothy Atwell • Lacy & Brian Baize, '07 • Pam & Jon Baker • Bryan Baldwin, '96 • Shelia & Ronnie Baldwin • Brenda & Robert Barger • Melissa & James Bennett • Robin Bennett • Nicole & Ed Benson • Jennifer & Garett Bethenod • Kelsey & Trevor Bishop • Barbara & Errol Bisso, '61 • Mrs. Jerry B. Blackstock • Kim Bowers • Whitney & Jeremy Boyd • Kathy & Fred Bremer • James & Rochelle Brinson • Beth & Robert Britton • Nelda & Jerry Browning • Posey L. Brownlee, Jr. • Seth Brownlee • Lori & Gregory Buchanan • Pat & Jack Burd • Tina & John Burns • Dawn & Michael Cannova • Lynn & Adam Carter • Thelma & Christopher Carter • Marlena Carver • Jefferey Chandler • Lee M. Cleaves • Amie & Roy Close • Jane & James Congrove • Jackie & Counte Cooley • Chassie & James Corbin • Kendall Cornwell • Jo Ann Cripps • Kimberly & Mark Cromer • Rhonda & David Crook • Teresa & Ronald Crow • Pamela & Timothy Cummings • Kristin & Brian Daniel • Robin & Britt Daniel • Ellen & Mark DeFoor • Deborah & Victor Disharoon, '72 • Katharine & Sean Drucker • Deborah Dunn • Erin & Scott Dwyer, '92 • Stephanie & Robert Eidson • Jay L. Elrod • Christy Estrella • Camilla & Russell Fagan • Anita & Antonio Feliciano, '81 • Brian Ferguson • Angela & Thomas Finn • Olga J. Flores-Peruchini • Brandon Forrest • Shelia & Alec Fraser • G. Mitch Freeman • Kerri A. Fuller • Holly & Justin Gallagher, '90 • Zachary A. Garrett, '11 • Renee & Ron Gerrell • Bobby Gillyard • Erin & Stephen Giove • Dr. Casey & Susan Graybeal • Angie & Paul Green • Barbara & Rutledge Griffin, '62 • Shasda & Kevin Guier • Janie & Richard Halliley • Rhonda & James Hansard • Delores Hatcher • Patricia & Frank Hennington • Cathy & Anthony Herdener • Jane & Drew Horner, '78 • Brantt & Michel Hudson • Bobbie & Richard Jacobs • Elizabeth & Andrew Jobson • Lynn & James Jobst • Marika & Randolph Kanipe • Daniel C. Kaufman • Michael A. Keim • Marc Kilburn • Anca & Noah King • Janet & Alan Kloor • Kimberly & Jared Koldoff • Nancy & Jody Lail • Patricia & James Lane • Theodore & Afton LaVallee, Sr. • Kaywood T. Ledford • Craig A. Levine • Michael J. Levine • Sherrie & Charles Lewis • Zihan Lin-Nanni • Katherine & Brian Logan, '92 • Nan M. MacGruer • Patricia & Anthony Manzo • Dena & Christopher Manzo • Michelle & Michael Matthews • Kelly Maynor • Shannon & William McBride III • Patricia & Dennis McCraven • Tracy Cocquyt-McKernan & John B. McKernan II, '88 • Karen & Jon McRae, Jr. • Christy & Elijah Merrett • Christian E. Mims • Kelli E. Moon • Lara Moore • Kristen Morris • John W. Munroe • Rhonda & Wayne Neck • Meg & J. Allen Nivens • Christine & Wilson Nunez • Jennifer Nunez-Banos • Laura & Adam Owens • Mary & Marc Paglia • Brenda & Danny Palmer • Lauren & Gary Papka • Kelley & Robert Parker, '95 • Teresa & Louie Payne • Meagan M. Payne • Rachel & Andrew Pedry • Jennifer & Shelby Pennix, '93 • Tori & James Phillips • Anne & Ward Phillips, '73 • Jason C. Pleasant • Jean & Staś Preczewski • Dyan & Joe Rectenwald • Christopher R. Reed, '11 • Elizabeth & Bob Rinderle • F. Mark Rinehart • John P. Risley • Candy & Lawrence Robinson • Melvin Robinson • Barbara & Larry Rogers • Gretchen & Wyn Ruppenthal • Juventina Santos & Antonio Santos-Quiles • Drs. P. Ravi & Seshu Sarma • Kelly & Douglas Shaw • Colleen & Dan Sheehan • Pamela & William Short • Theresa & William Simpson • Debra & Michael Sims • Michael M. Sims, '13 • Julie Skaggs • Lola & Craig Smith • Martha Smith • Kelly & Stanley Smith • Jorge Sosa • Jennifer & James Spivey • Brenda & Oscar Starnes III, '73 • Mace & Mike Strickland • John J. Stumpf • Jennifer & Jason Swaim • Kirk L. Swanson • Wanda & Bob Swoszowski • Tracy & Mark Truslow, '93 • Kristen Turner • Melissa & Danny Tymchuk • Chantel & Diego Vacca • Lara & James Vaughan • Brenda & Pedro Vega • Coren & Robert Wagner • Arnold L. Watkins • Tammy & Kevin White • Tammy & James Williams • Brittany & Christopher Williamson • Amanda & Bob Willis • Diana & Clint Wilson • Catherine & Jody Wilson • Samuel A. Wilson Jr., '60 • Joanne & Frederick Young • Rebecca & Andrew Zager, '88 • Stacey & Joseph Zoller • Nicole & Ricardo Zuniga The program which allows Georgia residents to re-direct a portion of their Georgia state income tax dollars for scholarship assistance is a win-win.

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#RMAImpact By: Ellen G. DeFoor GIVING REACHED A new record in 2018-2019 thanks to the generosity of parents, alumni, faculty and staff, as well as friends in the community. There are hundreds of names within the annual and cumulative donor listings who made this possible – thank you - your generosity makes a difference!

The Annual Giving Report on the pages that follow represents the impact of your philanthropic support to advance the mission of Riverside Military Academy. Your gifts are being used to expand programs and promote cadet success from Academics to Athletics and Military Science, every area is directly impacted. You will also read about some uniquely created scholarships and a uniform assistance fund established in honor of the “Dixie Hunt for Lunch Bunch”, four alumni from the Class of 1969 celebrating their 50th Year Class Reunion, as well as the renaming of Family Park for the Class of 1966.

Philanthropy is an investment in the lives of young boys entrusted to our care and the Academy’s future, which one very generous donor this year deemed worthy of transformational support. That said, participation is just as important. All gifts make a difference, and the more individuals, businesses and organizations who give, the greater the impact.

Thank you for investing in the lives of our cadets, tomorrow’s leaders.

Recently Named Scholarships and Funds The Andy Zager Family Scholarship was established to provide needs-based tuition assistance.

The General Sandy Beaver Dress for Success Assistance Fund was established as a uniform assistance fund with guidelines that encourage both cadet recruitment and retention. This gift was given in honor of the “Dixie Hunt for Lunch Bunch”: David H. Jaffee, ’69, Vernon J. Mallu, ‘69, Toby Scott Spector, ‘69, and Raymond Y. Thomasson, ‘69, to commemorate their 50th Year Class Reunion.

We are grateful to these and all of our donors for their generous support to help provide expanded and new programs for our cadets, allowing them the opportunity to excel in our challenging, rigorous, and rewarding military college-preparatory environment.

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Academic Year 2018-2019

GIVING REPORT TOTAL DOLLARS RAISED: A NEW RECORD!

YOUR GIFTS ARE MAKING POSSIBLE

YOUR GENEROSITY Board of Trustees 12% Friends 58%

Board of Visitors 3% Alumni Council 1% Alumni 8%

Innovative HandsOn Models, Aids, and Equipment

Piano Lab, New Band Instruments

Giving by Constituency FY2019

Faculty/Staff 9%

Parents 8% Grandparents 1%

Uniforms and Equipment

Tuition Assistance

Indoor Batting Facility

Artwork and Sound System Furnishings for for the Weight the Goomba Grill Room

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TOTAL GIFTS RECEIVED 13% INCREASE OVER THE LAST YEAR

670 DONORS 200 NEW DONORS 100% BOARD OF TRUSTEES PARTICIPATION Your generosity truly makes a difference in the lives of young men and helps chart the course for their success in college and for years to come.

CUMULATIVE GIVING REPORT: 2002 THROUGH MAY 31, 2019  Cumulative Giving Societies The following donors are recognized for cumulative gifts from 2002 through May 31, 2019. Thank you for your years of giving back to RMA. Founders' Society ($1,000,000 and Above) Anonymous Sandy Beaver † Colors Society ($500,000 to $999,999) Abraham A. Mitchell Charitable Foundation Brothers in Blue Society ($200,000 to $499,999) Allyn Ayers, '64 † Sandy & Carlos Cervantes, '59 Christi & Gregory Fisher Roslyn & Pat Higdon, Jr., '57 Ernest T. Lopez III, '84 Rachel & Kenneth McKelvey W. L. "Mac" & Sue McLendon, '58 Fusilier Society ($100,000 to $199,999) Anonymous Anonymous Foster W. Bachschmidt, '06 Magda & Ruben Barahona, '89 Mrs. Jerry B. Blackstock, In Memory of Jerry B. Blackstock, '62 Bobby W. Bush, Sr., '49 † Chris & Terry Clontz Stephanie & Robert Eidson Marcia & Bernard Freeman, '58 Jane & Drew Horner, '78 Charles A. James, '64 Holly & Howard Kalmenson, '49 The Middelthon Family Jean & Staś Preczewski Carl Stecker Sandy & Tim Stroyne Seth Wagner, '56 F. Chris Whitlock Leadership Society ($75,000 to $99,999) Anonymous Shelia & Alec Fraser Patty & Larry Graham Barbara & Rutledge Griffin, '62 † Nancy & Fred Kennedy, '64 Nwamaka & Anthony Madichie David R. Nimocks, Jr., '45 Nancy & Andrew Talkington, '71 Corps Society ($50,000 to $74,999) Anonymous Anonymous The Blake Family Charitable Foundation Ashley P. Curington Angela & Thomas Finn Marie & Steve Garrett Jay A. Glazer, '64 Felix Gonzalez Canto, '86 Paul A. Gross, '56 James H. Harris III, '71 Karl R. Katterjohn, '64 Paul B. Krebs, Jr., '55 Suzanne & Frank Maurno, '60 Gloria & Don Misner, '53 † Ashley "Dick" Pace, Jr., '37 Jim Walters Management Company Rebecca & Andrew Zager, '88

Guidon Society ($10,000 to $49,999) Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Darlene & Marc Albertson Gary M. Alembik, '81 Richard L. Alfonso, '81 S. David Alphin, '65 Terri & Mike Andrews Mark Anthony Aramark Arthur & Helen Baer Charitable Foundation Pam & Jon Baker Rosemary & David Balos Richard F. Bates BB&T Mary & James Benson Wuzhen Bi Steve Biggers Studios Barbara & Errol Bisso, '61 Lawrence J. Blum, '47 Ashley & Arthur Boisfontaine, '87 Paul Bolin Beth & Robert Britton Cleve Brown Bruce H. Buchholzer, '48 † Estate of Bobby W. Bush, Sr., '49, In Memory of Bobby W. Bush, Sr., '49 J. Jette Campbell, '65 Dawn & David Canniff Lynn & Adam Carter Jim Cavanaugh Sahinaz & Asim Cengiz Ralph & Mary Cleveland Foundation, In Memory of Ralph W. Cleveland and In Honor of Mary R. Cleveland The Warm Jacket Fund at the Community Foundation of New Jersey Janice & Conrad Conti, '58 Jackie & Counte Cooley Rhonda & David Crook Ginny & Al Crumley Kristin & Brian Daniel Robin & Britt Daniel Sayyu & Samira Dantata Ellen & Mark DeFoor Alexander C. Deitch, '98 John B. Delcambre, '66 Deborah & Victor Disharoon, '72 Scott A. Dwyer, '92 Yvonne & Jeremiah F. Eames, '61 Christian & Alexandra Eiroa, '89 Ben/Joyce Eisenberg Foundation Joyce & Arnold Evans Fay Family Wealth Counseling Concepts Inc. Christopher D. Fay Anita & Antonio Feliciano, '81 Beth & Ron P. Fenner, '66 Mary & Richard Fisher Nila & Raymond Fordyce, '61 Frame-Tastic LLC Sharon & Jim France Joseph G. Gamble, '44 Linda & Guy Gardner Zachary A. Garrett, '11

Mrs. Leon M. Gauvreau Sabin J. Gianelloni, '55 † William T. Glisson, '78 Dr. Casey & Susan Graybeal Brett & Kim Gunter Cyndi & Mufeed Haddad Michelle & John Harllee IV Lynne Henderson Sharon & Robert Hendricks Cathy & Anthony Herdener Ira Hershkowitz Linda & David Hock Florence & James Holson John Horne Linda K. Hurdle Martha Jacobs & John Jacobs, Jr., '40 † Elizabeth & Kurt Jordan Charlene & Gerard Kaiser James D. Kalmenson, '77 James Kaufman Dawn & Steven Keig Jason J. Klein, '08 Janet & Alan Kloor Melanie & Campbell B. Lanier Lyn & Jim LaVallee Afton & Ted LaVallee, Sr. Kelly & Adrian Legaspi Royal Little Family Foundation Katherine & Brian Logan, '92 Nester S. Logan, '57 Lord, Aeck & Sargent Architects Macy's Foundation Diane & Doug Magnus Wendi & Robert Mahoney Schone Malliet Dena & Christopher Manzo Patricia & Tony Manzo Gina & Fredy Marrufo, '90 Tracy Cocquyt-McKernan & John B. McKernan II, '88 Karen & Jon McRae, Jr. Leah & Jeff Merschman Ira J. Middleberg, '66 Glenda & Herbert Miller, '61 Christy & Alan Molasky Irena & Andrew Molasky Irwin A. Molasky, '45 Brenda & Domingo Moreira, '63, In Memory of Domingo A. Moreira J. Stephen Morris Memorial Fund Glenda & Jim Myers Richard M. Nichols Meg & J. Allen Nivens The Norton Agency Norton Family Foundation Daniel G. "Bud" Oakey, '75 Margaret & Tucker Olander Susanna M. Oslin Trust Whitney H. Owens, '79 Mary & Marc Paglia Betsy & Russ Pearson PepsiCo Foundation Matching Gifts Program Anne & Ward Phillips, '73 Jacquelin & James Post ProTouch Landscapes Elizabeth M. Quanstrom QuikTrip Corporation Jean Raybuck Jennie & Frank Rikard, '56 Candy & Larry Robinson Henry L. Roediger III, '65 E.J. Salcines, '56 Drs. P. Ravi & Seshu Sarma

Audreanna Schmidt Melanie & Clayton Sembler Jeff T. Seymour Kelly & Douglas Shaw Ping Li & Henry Shen The Shore Family Theresa & William Simpson John C. Sipple, '69 Lola & Craig Smith COL & Mrs. Howard K. Smith, '45 Donna & Kirby Smith III Leslie Smith, '63 Emily Rees, Mike Bennink & Nicole Smith-Bennink Kelly & Stanley Smith Sydney O. Smith Insurance Walter E. Smith, Jr., '58 Jorge Sosa Kent & Pam Starke Robert H. Stoddard, '64 Mace & Mike Strickland Suntrust Bank Trusted Foundation - Florence C. & Harry L. English Memorial Fund Wanda & Bob Swoszowski Raymond Y. Thomasson, '69 Anthony Tippins Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. Felipe A. Valls, '50 Connie & James R. Van Arsdale, '79 Robert Van Beever, '56 † Rita & David Wardlaw John Watts Beth & Sam Weil, '66 Bonnie & Jeff Weiner, '66 William W. Welbon, '42 † Carole & Gregory Werd, '56 Charity & Michael Whitney Amanda & Bob Willis Jennifer Wood Keith Wood Chester A. Woodruff, '78 Shawn & Wayne Wunderlich

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ANNUAL GIVING REPORT: JUNE 1, 2018 THROUGH MAY 31, 2019 Annual Giving Societies The following donors are recognized for annual gifts between June 1, 2018 and May 31, 2019. Thank you for your support.

Donors who reached the cumulative giving threshold of $10,000 within this period are recognized in the Cumulative Giving Societies.

Sandy Beaver Society ($5,000 - $9,999) American Council on Education Jackie & Counte Cooley Ellen & Mark DeFoor Christian & Alexandra Eiroa, '89 Ron P. Fenner, '66 Angela & Thomas Finn Gold Shield 1811 Inc. Zak Haque, '01 Ira Hershkowitz Roslyn & Pat Higdon, Jr., '57 Nancy & Fred Kennedy, '64 Kelly & Adrian Legaspi Royal Little Family Foundation National Winter Activity Center Margaret & Tucker Olander George Overend William Overend QuikTrip Corporation Jeff T. Seymour Kelly & Douglas Shaw Robert H. Stoddard, '64 Wanda & Bob Swoszowski Nancy & Andrew Talkington, '71 Seth Wagner, '56 Amanda & Bob Willis Rebecca & Andrew Zager, '88 1907 Society ($2,000 - $4,999) Anonymous Carolyn & Dennis Agnelly, '66 Darlene & Marc Albertson Wendy & Geoffrey Aring Robin Bennett Jennifer & Garett Bethenod Whitney & Jeremy Boyd Beth & Robert Britton Buddy's Home Furnishings Eleanor H. Burke Tina & John Burns J. Jette Campbell, '65 Dawn & Michael Cannova Lynn & Adam Carter Chassie & James Corbin Kristin & Brian Daniel Robin & Britt Daniel John B. Delcambre, '66 Deborah & Victor Disharoon, '72 Katharine & Sean Drucker Erin & Scott Dwyer, '92 Stephanie & Robert Eidson Camilla & Russell Fagan Anita & Antonio Feliciano, '81 Brian Ferguson Shelia & Alec Fraser Marie & Stephen Garrett Georgia Army National Guard Michael Gonzales Dr. Casey & Susan Graybeal George Hearn Cathy & Anthony Herdener Brantt & Michel Hudson Bobbie & Richard Jacobs David E. Knapp, '56 Patricia & James Lane Ruth & William E. Lark, '64 Afton & Ted LaVallee, Sr. Katherine & Brian Logan, '92 LotsOfCarpet.com Nan M. MacGruer Patricia & Anthony Manzo

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Dena & Christopher Manzo Karen & Jon McRae, Jr. George A. Mealey, '51 Rhonda & Wayne Neck Network For Good Daniel G. "Bud" Oakey, '75 Whitney H. Owens, '79 Laura & Adam Owens Ashley "Dick" Pace, Jr., '37 Mary & Marc Paglia Teresa & Louie Payne Peach State Federal Credit Union Jennifer & Shelby Pennix, '93 Dyan & Joe Rectenwald Jennie & Frank Rikard, '56 Candy & Larry Robinson Krista & Edward Sanders Colleen & Dan Sheehan Pamela & William Short Theresa & William Simpson Debra & Michael Sims Regina & Leslie Smith, '63 Walter E. Smith, Jr., '58 Jennifer & James Spivey Mace & Mike Strickland Tracy & Mark Truslow, '93 UBS Matching Gift Program James R. Van Arsdale, '79 Lara & James Vaughan Brenda & Pedro Vega-Matos Lonnie & Thien Vo Walmart Foundation Beth & Samuel D. Weil, '66 Carole & Gregory Werd, '56 Tammy & Kevin White Tammy & James Williams Chester A. Woodruff, '78 Joanne & Frederick Young President's Society ($1,000 - $1,999) Vanessa & Benjamin Allen S. David Alphin, '65 Marilynn & Ronald Andrews Alene C. Arenas Atlanta Falcons Football Club Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena Shelia & Ronnie Baldwin Bryan Baldwin, '96 Melissa & James Bennett Nicole & Ed Benson Mary & James Benson Kelsey & Trevor Bishop Barbara & Errol Bisso, '61 Tatiana & Milton Blane Kim Bowers Kathy & Fred Bremer Lori & Gregory Buchanan Carole & Joe A. Burns, '56 C. Neal Carter, '57 Thelma & Christopher Carter Ann & Denley Caughman, '66 Jefferey Chandler Chick-fil-A Gainesville West Lee M. Cleaves David L. Coffey Jane & James Congrove Janice & Conrad Conti, '58 Kimberly & Mark Cromer Rhonda & David Crook Pamela & Timothy Cummings Deborah & Randy Dunn Jay L. Elrod

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Christy Estrella Olga Flores-Peruchini Brandon Forrest G. Mitch Freeman Holly & Justin Gallagher, '90 Bobby Gillyard Erin & Stephen Giove William T. Glisson, '78 Felix Gonzalez Canto, '86 Angie & Paul Green Lisa & Henry Grum Shasda & Kevin Guier Jennifer & Robin Hanson Delores Hatcher Sharon & Robert Hendricks Patricia & Frank Hennington Hilton Garden Inn H. Taft Hunt III, '98 Geoff Hurdle, '87 Elizabeth & Andrew Jobson Michael A. Keim Wendy Kidder Marc Kilburn Kimberly & Jared Koldoff Kaywood T. Ledford Craig A. Levine Michael J. Levine Sherrie & Charles Lewis Zhaoyu Gui & Jing Li Zihan Lin-Nanni E.T. Lopez Emily & Patrick Matson, '89 Michelle & Michael Matthews Shannon & William McBride III Terry L. McCloskey, '68 Patricia & Dennis McCraven McDonald's Millennium Mat Company Milton Martin Honda Christian E. Mims Gerald E. Misel, '71 Kelli & Jason Moon Lara Moore Latisha & Kharis Munroe Patricia & Michael Mynatt, '64 Christine & Wilson Nunez Brenda & Danny Palmer Lauren & Gary Papka Kelley & Robert Parker, '95 Meagan M. Payne Peachtree Mens Gymnastics Betsy & Russ Pearson Norma & Alfonso Pelayo Pedro Perez, '78 Tori & James Phillips The Shirley & Leroy Raffel Family Philanthropic Fund Ramada Maria & Ivan Rascon Christopher R. Reed, '11 Miguel Reyes, '74 Henry L. Roediger III, '65 Barbara & Larry Rogers Gretchen & Wyn Ruppenthal Stephen Rutner, '81 E.J. Salcines, '56 Juventina Santos & Antonio Santos-Quiles Michael M. Sims, '13 Carmelita & John C. Sipple, '69 Julie Skaggs Kelly & Stanley Smith Solo Petroleum Company Ltd

Jorge Sosa Stringer Realty Services Inc. Jennifer & Jason Swaim Chantel & Diego Vacca Michael J. Wheatley Marsha & Stevens Willett, '66 E. David Williams, '65 Brittany & Christopher Williamson Catherine & Jody Wilson Samuel A. Wilson, Jr., '60 Woody's Pharmacy Riverside Sabers ($400 - $999) Jane Adams AmazonSmile Cynthia & Timothy Atwell Lacy & Brian Baize, '07 Sherry & Tray Bane Brenda & Robert Barger Teresa & Jim Basham Michelle & Robert Bell Kelley & Richard Bisso, '85 Rochelle & James Brinson Melody & David Brobst Nelda & Jerry Browning Posey L. Brownlee, Jr. Seth Brownlee Mark Butson, '66 Susan & Filemon Calderon Carroll Daniel Construction Co. Charles M. Cassidy, '59 David P. Chandler, '66 Charlotte Cliche Realty Chef Wang Chinese Restaurant Jacques A. Chevalier Classic City Solutions, Inc. Amie & Roy Close Compass Group (Flik) Anne & John Conley Kendall M. Cornwell Christopher A. Cotter, '88 Jo Ann Cripps Teresa & Ronald Crow Duplicating Products, Inc. Entegra Bank Brett H. Ferguson, '75 Adam L. Frankel, '01 Free Chapel Kerri A. Fuller Kim & Peter Galan Zachary A. Garrett, '11 Renee & Ron Gerrell J. Geyer Advertising, Inc. Susan Gilchrist Mark Greenberg Janie & Richard Halliley Rhonda & James Hansard Stacie Hardesty Enrique Herrero, Jr., '82 Myra & Edward C. Herty, '66 Dennis Hite, '55 House of Finery Lynn & James Jobst Daniel C. Kaufman Renee & Mark Keiser Kerrington Estates Susan & James King Leonard Kolod, '51 † Loretta & Robert Kwass, '53 Nancy & Jody Lail Lakewood Baptist Church Carl K. Lambrecht

ANNUAL GIVING REPORT: JUNE 1, 2018 THROUGH MAY 31, 2019  Terry Little Longstreet Cafe Luna's Restaurant Nwamaka & Anthony Madichie Diane Marchand Marco's Pizza MaxTex Shawn McDaniel & Michael Roach McDonald & Son Funeral Home Mellow Mushroom Christy & Elijah M. Merrett Kristen Morris N GA Experimental Aircraft Association Inc. Michelle & Curtis Nash Jennifer Nunez-Banos David B. Oxford, '94 Papa John's Pizza Louane Hann & John Payne Rachel & Andrew Pedry Jason C. Pleasant Nancy & Paul Posner, '56 Publix Super Markets, Inc. Regions Bank Elizabeth & Bob Rinderle F. Mark Rinehart John P. Risley Riverside Pharmacy Inc. Melvin Robinson Martha Perez & Carlos Santos Cantu Ed Schwartz, '85 John H. Shirley, '65 Sabina A. Sims Martha Smith Sherry P. Smith Brenda & Oscar Starnes III, '73 Strongpoint LLC John J. Stumpf Kirk L. Swanson TRANE Melissa & Daniel Tymchuk Franz & Marilee Vogt Family Fund, '62 Coren & Robert Wagner Gary Walderich Arnold L. Watkins Jim Watts, '85 Diana & Clint Wilson Seanie & Ron Zappendorf Feng Zhao Stacey & Joseph Zoller Riverside Rifles ($399 and under) Anonymous Anonymous Eduardo E. Acosta, '60 Sam Acosta Yolanda & Richard Adams Richey Aiken Uzo Akpele Elizabeth & Keith Allen Stephen L. Armell, '63 John M. Arribas III, '87 G. Wade Aycock, '57 Sandra & Jack Bailey Scott Baker Lynn S. Banks Richard A. Baum, '67 Michelle Beazley Kate & Adam Beckerman Lance A. Beckham Robert P. Beckham Jack Bell Maria Bell Kay Bent Richard A. Benton, '70 David J. Bienfait, '01 Marvin E. Black, '43

Beth & Christopher Blair JoAnn & Richard Bobb Judith & Dennis Bosch, '67 Laurie P. Bouchard R. Nels Boutte, '64 Charles Bradley Arthur Brandriff, '55 Richard L. Brashear, '56 Brenau University Jon P. Brockwell Fontaine Brown Frances L. Brown Stanley E. Brown, '48 Louis D. Bruce Frank A. Bucino, '68 John C. Bullard, '43 Pat & Jack Burd John E Burga, '95 Bill Burt, '60 Angela & Mark Butti Jan & Sumner Cahoon, '49 Arthur D. Canales, '81 Peggy A. Cannella Carlos Carrillo Ernest Carroll Marlena Carver Andrea & Lou Cataland Anne Chenault Victor C. Cherico, '51 Anthony Childs, '85 Eric M. Cochran, 09 Ben Colson Philip F. Cooke, '61 Kelli & Darden Couch Justin B. Creech, '88 Alberto Cudemus, '62 Karin Davis Emily Davtian Clifford L. Deal, Jr., '60 Jose & Kenneth Dehler, '85 Lee Dickson Cheyenne & Juan Dominguez Shelly & Sam Donaldson Diane & Edwin Donnelly Mariana & Noam Egosi Seme Eroh Manuela & Manuel Espinall Karen & Tim Faber Family Recovery Erum Farooqi Glenda & Bob Fincher Kimberly & Robert Fincher Craig W. Finley, '88 Leo F. Flotron, '55 Daniel J. Flynn, '62 Debbie R. Forcier-Lynn Forrester & Brim Attorneys At Law Fusion Creative Sheldon L. Gantz, '53 Norma Pelayo & Alfonso Garcia Harriette & Kinney Gause Carla & Perry Gentry Gfesser Family Patricia & Sabin Gianelloni, 55 † Celia & Donald Gilner, '55 Robert A. Green, '73 Greenwich Legal Associates LLC Julie & Troy Gueller Greg L. Hacker, '88 Ana & Steven Hadaway Michael J. Han, '84 Laura & Pearce Hardwick Thomas G. Harris, '93 William E. Hasselbrack David A. Hernandez, '97 David Hill S. Ryan Honey, '96 Humana

Sally & William Israel, '52 David H. Jaffee, '69 Maria Del Carmen Joaquin Hernandez Alene & Harry Joiner Maria & Chris Jones Charlene & Gerard Kaiser Kim M. Kanakis, '75 Marika & Randolph Kanipe Karen Kastritis Kaya Winery Anthony O. Kelley, '87 Dana M. Kelly Edward M. Kessler, '46 Lidiya & Gennadii Khorunzhyi Anca & Noah King Jason J. Klein, '08 Jennifer Kniola Eric M. Knox, '58 William A. Krein, '58 George J. Laganas, '68 Larisa Atapina & Oleksandr Lalayan Karen & Chad Landen Richard E. Langford, '44 Paul T. Langner Hector Laya, '88 Jonathan Linder Frances & Cooper Lindsey Robert L. Lindsey III, '80 William Lyles Jason K. Lynn Stephen Maguire, '12 Donna Marien Bob Martin Rosa & Paul F. Martinez, '50 Patricia Thacker & Stephen Mathews Kelly Maynor Paul B. McCorristin, '64 Barbara L. McKay Sue & W. L. "Mac" McLendon, '58 David G. McManus, '64 Jean & David Merrill Michael Michaelis, '85 Kenneth Miller, '64 Glenda & Herbert Miller, '61 Roy & Barbara Moore Elford S. Morgan Robert G. Morgan Scott Morris, '82 Alice Ann & Thomas Mundy Youlanda & John W. Munroe Salvador Nava Kelli Clay & Joseph Newsom Richard M. Nichols Clifton Nicholson William P. Obier III, '70 Chioma Offodile Nancy & Nils Okeson John H. Overton, '55 Cynthia & John Park, Jr. Jennifer & Stephen Peterson The Pfizer Foundation Frank Piedra, '87 Benny Poon Thomas R. Presten Steve H. Primak, '79 Professional Touch Landscapes Inc Victor N. Prutu Sam Rauch Gerald W. Ravenscroft, '40 Judy Ray Lisa & Richard Revesz Charles Reynolds Cesar Rodriguez, '76 Amanda & Jay Roper Emily & Robert Ros, '79 Andrea & Ben Ross Patricia Rutledge

Tonya Sanders William M. Sands Raymond Santos, '80 Yadira & Mario Saviñon Alan Savitz, '55 Laurene & Martin Schutte Cade Sembler, '18 Martha P. Serrato George T. Shepard, '54 Rebekah & Brian Simmons Myra & Richard Simons Ella W. Sims Amy Skiles Sharon & Richard Slosar Joe G. Smith, '55 Margaret & Fred Sollars Charles W. Stansfield, Jr., '64 Laura & William Stennett Charles K. Stoner, '82 Cristy & Charles Swink Tara Winds Carol T. Teat Robert M. Thaxton, '89 The Sport Shop Inc. Wayne T. Thompson, '70 Suzanne & Trevor Tonnesen Michele & Eddie Touchberry Transcription Partners, Inc. James C. Trapnell, Jr., '45 Richard E. Tucker, '60 Anita & Brian Turner Kristen Turner ULINE Stephen Van De Kreke, '86 Robert N. Vernay II, '64 Jing Wang Mitchell Watts, '71 Judie & John Wells, '61 Kay & Phil Westbrook Christine & Dennis R. White, Sr., '63 Colleen McGlade & Robert Wiesner Sarah Wilkinson Emily & Brett Wilson Michelle & Robert Wilson Juncheng Yang Qingyun Yao James C. Young, '78 Earl A. Zarbin, '45 Yan Zhang Seymour Zuckerman, '50 Nicole & Ricardo Zuniga

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CLASS NOTES

1. Bob Green, ‘73, and a team of volunteer medical and dental professionals just returned from a two week trip into Ukraine and Moldova. The team provided family health care in small, rural, farming towns and villages where the people have little or no medical services available.

2. Chris Ward, ‘86, USN Retired - Chris was recently promoted to Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College.

3. 2LT Jacob Deem, '14, is currently a medical student at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD. He is taking classes until next December when he will then start his clinical rotations. This photo was taken at graduation in 2018.

4. Khalid Duke, ‘19, is excelling as a freshman linebacker for Kansas State University.

5. Last summer, SA Richard Binder, '17, participated in the world’s largest international warfare exercise, RIM of the Pacific (RIMPAC). He is a culinary specialist in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Lake Erie.

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6. Several alumni attended the Sandy Beaver Entrepreneurial Leadership Awards dinner. Front Row L-R: The late Rusty Griffin, '62, Ruben Barahona, '89, Geoff Hurdle, '87, Errol Bisso, '61, Kevin Reardon, '85; Back Row L-R: E.T. Lopez, '84, Justin Creech, '88, Zach Garrett, '11, Johnny Congrove, '19, Andy Zager, '88, John B. McKernan II, '88, Walter Smith, '58 7. Dominick Doyle, ‘19, visited campus after graduating Army Basic Training. Dominick is a member of the GA National Guard and will be studying Project Management at the University of North Georgia.

8. Chris Fordham, ‘05, recently received a promotion. Chris is an auto technician at Maus Nissan in Crystal River, Florida.

9. Alumni take home the medals at the 2019 Homecoming Marksmanship Competition. From L-R: Whit Owens, ‘79, (3rd place), Harry Wingruber, ‘89, (1st place), and Sam Britton, ‘17, (2nd place).

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10. Jim Young, ‘78, represents Overly Door Company and was awarded three high profile jobs this year. Overly Door Company manufactures acoustic, bullet, and blast-resistant doors. Pictured with Jim is Trace Doetsch, '89.

11. Marc Tessler, ‘64, recently bought a fully restored British sports car. His 1960 MG looks sharp.

12. Jack Zappendorf, ‘17, (L) and Max Zappendorf, ‘19, recently visited campus. The brothers are shown pictured with Errol Bisso, ‘61. They are both excelling at The Citadel.

13. Matthew Garrett, ‘15, is currently stationed in Germany.

He is a 13J (Fire Control Specialist) and works on the systems that shoot fire missions to different types of weapon systems within his fire control element.

TAPS Gordon D. Ashley, ‘54 (4/15/19) Jon B. Barry, ‘62 (5/21/19) Allan H. Bissinger, ‘68 (6/27/19) Robert C. Charamond, ‘75 (1/29/19) Edward. R. Clayton, ‘56 (2/10/19) Rodney F. Coates, ‘57 (8/20/19) Ernest J. Curtis, ‘47 (10/24/19) Alan Friedman, ‘48 (1/23/19) Sabin J. Gianelloni, ‘55 (5/8/19) Rutledge A. Griffin, Jr. ’62 (11/5/19) Samuel H. Gruber, ‘54 (4/18/19) James J. Hutson, ‘38 (10/6/19) Richard E. Johnson, ‘46 (5/10/19)

James B. Joiner, ‘65 (5/22/19) Engle C. May, ‘58 (8/7/19) Sandy M. Moore, ‘47 (10/8/19) William P. Obier, Jr., ‘44 (5/29/19) Lucas C. Padgett, ‘64 (2/24/19) John S. Pappas, ‘44 (3/17/19) George S. Puryear, ‘39 (1/16/19) Howard K. Smith, ‘45 (2/6/19) Herbert E. Stephenson, ‘55 (2/16/19) Terry G. Trussell, ‘62 (4/26/19) Chase Van Valkenburg, ‘51 (5/13/19) Curtis W. Westley, ‘66 (1/13/19)

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Editor-in-Chief Ms. Christian E. Mims Director, Marketing & Public Affairs cmims@riversidemilitary.com Editors LTC James Corbin, GAARNG Vice President for Enrollment Management jcorbin@riversidemilitary.com Dr. Robert Daniel, J.D. Executive Vice President bdaniel@riversidemilitary.com Mrs. Ellen G. DeFoor, CFRE Vice President for Advancement edefoor@riversidemilitary.com Ms. Kristen Thompson Integrated Marketing Associate kthompson@riversidemilitary.com Contributors C/LTC Areeb Ahmad Mr. Tom Askew- Magic Craft Studio Mrs. Pam Baker C/SGT Joseph Brockwell LTC James Corbin Mrs. Rhonda Crook Mrs. Ellen G. DeFoor, CFRE Mr. Zach Garrett, '11 Capt Scott R. Green Mr. Ray Hecksher Light Sources, Inc. Mr. Elijah Merrett Mrs. Marquita Milligan Ms. Christian E. Mims C/CPL Joshua Mote Norton Real Estate Agency Mr. Andrew Pedry COL(R) Stanley C. "Staś" Preczewski, U.S.A., Ph.D. C/1LT McLin Sanders Spears Studio Ms. Kristen Thompson Mrs. Amanda Willis Mr. Jody Wilson

Emeriti Ms. Lucile E. Beaver Mr. Fred Kennedy, '64 Mr. Paul A. Gross, '56 Mr. O. Jon McRae Mr. Richard M. Nichols Honorary Members Mr. Jerry B. Blackstock, '62, (Posthumous) Mr. P. Alexander Fraser Mr. Howard A. Kalmenson, '49 Mr. Ira J. Middleberg, Esq., '66 Mr. Abraham A. Mitchell, '52

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