Chapter News

Alabama

BGO Area Coordinator: Brian Campbell ’94, USNR p: 251-776-4000 e: Brian.Campbell@1994.usna.com

USNA Alabama Alumni Chapter

Pres: Lt Greg Hess ’85 p: 205-307-9191 e: greghess8599@charter.net Vice Pres, Central Alabama: Eric Riddle ’94 p: 469-363-4295 e: ericriddle94@gmail.com Vice Pres, Northern Alabama: Michael McFarland p: 713-410-2155; e: mjmcfarland7@aol.com Treas: Dennis Read ’59 p: 205-879-6617; e: dsread2010@gmail.com Exec. Assist: Julie Holstad, son, Hunter ’20 e: usna.ala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/search/ top/?q=usna%20alumni%20association% 20-%20alabama%20chapter

South Alabama Chapter

Pres: Brian Campbell ’94, USNR p: 251-776-4000 e: Brian.Campbell@1994.usna.com Sec’y: Ruth Lichtenfeld p: 251-343-6264; e: ruth29@bellsouth.net

Arizona

BGO Area Coordinator: Capt. Chris Palmenberg e: palmenberg@yahoo.com

Arizona Chapter

Pres: Capt David M. English ’86, USMCR e: David.English@1986.usna.com www.usna.com/Chapter/us/arizona Sec’y: Steven W. Ranes ’02 e: StevenWRanes@gmail.com Website: http://arizona.usnachapters.com

Southern Arizona Chapter

Pres: Thom Rossa ’63 e: TRossa@hayes-soloway.com Sec’y: Jim Hillenmayer ’73 e: jhillenmayer73@msn.com Website: http://southernarizona.usna chapters.com

2020 Distinguished Chapter

Arkansas

BGO Area Coordinator: Scott Pursley e: Scott.J.Pursley@gmail.com

Arkansas Chapter

Pres: Denny East ’08 e: denny.east5@gmail.com Vice Pres: Rebecca Aten ’98 e: beckya10@yahoo.com Sec’y-Treas: Eric Biggers ’97 e: biggersje97@gmail.com

Asia

BGO Area Coordinator: Wes Trubeville e: bgoarea501coordinator@gmail.com Guam Chapter

Pres: CAPT Noel M. Enriquez ’84, USNR P.O. Box 26849, GMF, Barrigada, GU 96921-6849 h: 671-472-9629; f: 671-472-1966 c: 671-777-9629; e: NME@1984.usna.com BGO Area Coordinator: LtCol John Turner ’93, USMC (Ret.) e: john.sebastian.turner@gmail.com

Philippines Chapter

Pres: COMMO Alberto B. Carlos ’89, AFP p: +63-2-525-1003; m: +63-917- 521-1637 e: carlosabet@yahoo.com Sec’y: Capt Carl Roy Catalan ’08, PMC (PN) p: +63-917-706-8042; e: Roitime23@gmail.com Website: www.groups.yahoo.com/community usnaphil

Singapore Chapter

Pres: Say Yong Tan ’05 e: say@2005.usna.com Vice Pres: Andy Harrell e: andyh125@gmail.com Sec’y: LTJG Nicole Uchida ’12, USN e: Nicole.Uchida@fe.navy.mil Chapter Email: USNASG@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: Wes Blackwell e: contactwesblackwell@gmail.com

Republic of Korea Chapter

Pres: CDR Chong (John) M. Yi ’85, USN e: John.M.Yi@raytheon.com

Tokyo Bay Chapter

Pres: Mori Nixon ‘81 1-15-19-301 Minami-Aoyama Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0062 Japan: 090-9402-1291 / US: 253-656-6992 e: mnixon@gns-inc.us BGO Area Coordinator: Wes Blackwell e: contactwesblackwell@gmail.com

California

Los Angeles Chapter

Pres: Ernie Medina ’03 e: ernie.medina@nmfn.com Corr Sec’y: Tom Lavino ’03 e: trlavino@hotmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: (LA County) Kevin Glynn e: kglaca@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: (Orange/East LA County) CDR Steve Shatynski '83, USNR (Ret.) p: 714-255-6108 e: Stephan.shatynski@wellsfargoadvisors.com BGO Area Coordinator: (Riverside/San Bernardino) CDR Bill Lauper, USN (Ret.) p: 619-840-2846; e: wmlauper@gmail.com

Monterey Bay Chapter

Pres: LT Vic Kanth ’15 e: usnaalumnimontereybay@gmail.com Corr Sec’y: Steve Tackett ’87 e: stackett99@yahoo.com Website: http://montereybay.usnachapters.net BGO Area Coordinator: Paul Kepner e: paulkepnerGONAVY@gmail.com

Sacramento Chapter

Pres: Dennis P. Joyce ’61 p: 916-996-1333; e: djoyce1961@hotmail.com Vice Pres: Dr. Terry Brown ’67 p: 530-676-0327; e: twbrown@innercite.com Sec’y: Bob Bartron ’73 e: bobbartron@hotmail.com Treas: Jack Everett ’64 e: jeverett@quicknet.com Website: http://www.usnaaasac.org BGO Area Coordinator: Bob Proano p: 530-274-9205; e: rproano730@gmail.com

San Diego Chapter

Pres: J. Craig Smith ’82 e: President@usnaaasd.com Corr Sec’y: Charlie Carey ’70 p: 619-589-0945 e: cdcarey@1970.USNA.com Website: http://usnaaasd.com BGO Area Coordinator: Mike Philbrook ’83 e: michael.philbrook@1983.usna.com

CHAPTER SECRETARY COLUMN DEADLINES

Send to: chapternews@usna.com 2021

ISSUE: DUE DATE: July-Aug ’21 May 27, 2021 September ’21 Jul 1, 2021 October ’21 Aug 2, 2021 Nov-Dec ’21 Sept 30, 2021 San Francisco Bay Area Chapter

Pres: Lauren (Baker) Cosgrave ’04 e: usnaaasf.president@gmail.com Vice Pres: Gordon McDonald ’06 e: usnaaasf.vp@gmail.com Sec’y: Cheriene Griffith ’02 e: usnaaasf.secretary@gmail.com Treas: Mark Lundstrom ’86 e: iblucky86@earthlink.net Website: http://sfbayarea.usnachapters.net Facebook Group: https://www.facebook. com/groups/usnaaasfbayarea Instagram: @usnaaa_sfbaychapter BGO Area Coordinator: LT Paul Kepner '04, USN (Ret.) e: paulmkepner@gmail.com

Santa Barbara Chapter

Pres: Stephen L.A. Callahan '81 Treas: CAPT Stephen H. Huber '80, USN (Ret.) BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Greg McGiffney e: gmcgiffney@gmail.com Chapter email: usnaaasantabarbarachapter@ gmail.com Web: http://santabarbara.usnachapters.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/santabarbara. chapterusna.9 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ usnaalumssantabarbara/

Colorado

Colorado Chapter

Pres: CAPT S. Guy Higgins ’69, USN (Ret.) e: guyhiggins1234@gmail.com Sec’y: CAPT Matthew McLaurin ’92 e: matthew.s.mclaurin@gmail.com Website: http://usnacolorado.com BGO Area Coordinator: (Denver) CAPT Dick Eason ’84, USN (Ret.) p: 720-747-4615; e: dick.eason@lycos.com

Colorado Springs Chapter

Pres: LCDR John Sledgianowski ’87, USN (Ret.) p: 719-287-2187; e: sledgesix@msn.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Thomas Gregory, USN (Ret.) e: thomas.gregory@bgo.usna.com

CHAPTER NEWS Connecticut

BGO Area Coordinator: Evan Barnet ’91 p: 203-249-0071 e: evan@barnetassociates.com

Connecticut Chapter

Pres: Alan Weigel ’79 p: 860-376-5775; e: aweigel@blankrome.com Treas: Tom Hogsten ’85 Sec’y: Eric Irwin ’86 p: 860-857-8748; e: irwiner@comcast.net Comms Dir: David Candler ’67 p: 860-823-0862; e: davcandler@aol.com Meeting Chairman: Vacant Website: http://connecticut.usnachapters.net Naval Academy Parent Club of CT Website: http://ct.usnaparents.net

Aloha Shipmates,

NOTE: The Connecticut Chapter website has been completely overhauled and relaunched at a new address: see above and note the .net at the end!

And 2021 is also a year of the Becalmed. Little activity to report herein in the form of current events. There were several Zoom meetings and presentations from USNA that were available, and we were represented in those. You will receive this in May, but when written we are in snow with chilling night temperatures in February. But we are prepared and experienced whereas the southland is just digging out from a very wild time of cold, snow, loss of power and little water except boiled snow. So we are sending our well-wishes to them.

Recently our Chapter Member Ken Laporta, an Overseer of the Old Ironside Museum invited folks to welcome exciting new museum acquisitions and go behind-thescenes in the collection storage vault and hear compelling stories about artifacts from the curators.

You probably have heard of the building of the new Alumni Association and Foundation Center being built near the baseball stadium. Briefings have recently (Feb.) been held concerning that from USNA. Regretfully the wonderful Ogle Hall across from St. John’s is up for sale for the asking price of $4 million. Worth every penny!

And here is the recurring section on those at USNA that we alumni remember best:

MEMORABLE MENTORS

This issue’s featured much-remembered personality from back in our days in The Yard, concerns Professor Angel Cabrillo-Vazquez.

He was a Spanish teacher and head of the Spanish section of the Language Dept. He is well remembered and revered by those that had the special opportunity to be in his class due to his unique teaching style, particularly if you were in his class for your last semester of Spanish. In that last class for most of us, he would sit and tell stories, or describe situations from his past, completely in Spanish. The dialog was amazingly interesting and everyone paid extremely close attention. It was presented just a little beyond our current level of expertise so that you learned a number of words by use in the story and his careful redundancy. Subjects were completely different and often included engineering disciplines, in which Cabrillo was well versed.

Prof. Cabrillo was born in Santander, Spain in 1898! and first came to America at the age of 20. Educated in Spain and this country he earned a Master’s Degree from Catholic Univ. and Doctorate from the Univ. of Madrid. He taught for a number of years at George Washington Univ. and at Catholic University of America. His studies centered on psychology and international affairs in addition to Hispanic literature and culture. He was an author of historical articles and literary studies and wrote Spanish textbooks, which were used at USNA and numerous colleges and universities.

Prof. Cabrillo joined the Naval Academy faculty in 1935. A gifted, colorful, and inspiring teacher, he won the respect, gratitude and friendship of a great many Midshipmen over the years- not only for his vivid presentations in the classroom, but also for his constant readiness to give time and thoughtful consideration to their individual problems, both academic and personal. His profound knowledge of all phases of the culture of Spain, his capacity for scholarship, and his extraordinary social adaptability made him a uniquely valuable member of the faculty. He spoke Spanish, French, Portuguese, English and some Mandarin Chinese!

He traveled back to Spain on sabbatical several times (unpaid), some on Midshipmen summer Cruise ships.

BUT! Unbeknownst to us, his services to his adopted country extended beyond the education of future officers. In 1954-56, at the request of the Navy Department, Professor Cabrillo served as Public Relations Director to prime contractors developing Spanish-American base facilities in Spain. Here is an excerpt from a letter he wrote back to the head of the Language Dept. during his time in Spain: M “In my 11 months here as Director of Public Relations, I have been able to solve any number of delicate situations which constantly crop up in this program in Spain. I suppose I should say I have been lucky in having been able to settle quite a few problems which, if you will forgive my bragging, nobody else would have been able to solve.

Franco has expressed his desire to meet me and I am going to be received by him in the near future.“

For his service in that capacity he was awarded the medal for the Cross of Naval Merit by Spain.

Some of his other interesting credentials and accomplishments: Official Interpreter, Pan American Conference of the Red Cross, Delegate to the Eighth American Scientific Conference- 1940, voted “member of Merit” by the Spanish Royal Yacht Club and private tutor in Spanish to many noted personages, among them Senator Millard Tydings of Maryland and Secretary of Commerce Henry Wallace.

He was specifically given a waiver to teach well beyond the

Connecticut Chapter: Language Department probably around 1960, Cabrillo is in the front row, second from left

Connecticut Chapter: For those who remember back to The OLD DAYS, here is the Language Dept. in 1936; Cabrillo (Vazquez) is 3rd Row, third from the left.

normal faculty retirement date due to his special prowess, and his need to continue earnings “due to prolonged illness of his wife, requiring costly treatment for which his retirement pay would have been inadequate.” He retired in January 1968 and remained in Annapolis.

Due to the great positive response, here is an additional photo of Heinz Lenz, discussed in the Jan-Feb edition of Shipmate

Shipmates, please think back to your time on the Severn and advise me of your best-remembered faculty member. I can be reached at the email listed for the Comms. Director above.

Costa Rica

BGO Area Coordinator: Wes Turbeville e: bgoarea501coordinator@gmail.com

Costa Rica Chapter

Pres: Claudio A. Pacheco ’64 Apt. 4307-1000, San Jose, Costa Rica p: 506-2224-4325; w: 506-2225-4239 c: 506-8876-1394; e: cpacheco@1964.usna.com

Delaware

BGO Area Coordinator: Maj Brad Boyd ’87 p: 302-377-4479 e: Brad.Boyd@bgo.usna.com

Delaware Chapter

Pres: Chris Dierkes ’85 p: 302-256-8949 e: Christopher.F.Dierkes-1@usa.dupont.com

Florida

Gainesville Chapter

Pres: Vacant BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Steve Swift ’87, USNR e: sswift@1987.usna.com Jacksonville Chapter

National Chapter Trustee: Caleb Cronic ’11 e: caleb.cronic@raymondjames.com Pres: Caleb Cronic ’11 e: caleb.cronic@raymondjames.com Vice Pres: Glen Hamilton ’85 e: glenhamilton@cbvfl.com Treas: Dave Bingemann ’63 e: dmbr@aol.com Sec’y: CAPT Scott Neidhold ’77, USNR (Ret.) e: scottneidholdsr@gmail.com 50 Year+ Alumni Liaison: CDR Peter Garfield ’60 USN (Ret.) e: pjgarfield@comcast.net; p: 904-314-9691 Website: jacksonville.usnachapters.net BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard O’Sullivan ’77, USN (Ret.) p: 407-687-6877; e: raaos@aol.com

Greater Miami Chapter

Pres: Thor C. Gould ’09 e: thor.gould@gmail.com Website: www.usnamiami.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ USNAMiami BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Dennis R. Neutze ’65, JAGC USN (Ret.) p: 305-705-4722 e: dennis.navy65@googlemail.com

Orlando Chapter

Pres: Turhan Hidalgo ’93 e: Orlando_Chapter_President@alumni.usna.com Sec’y: Jason Ketelsen ’98 e: jketelsen1@gmail.com Webmaster: Stan Clark ’79 e: shredder110@gmail.com Website: http://orlando.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard O’Sullivan ’77, USN (Ret.) p: 407-687-6877; e: raaos@aol.com

Palm Beach Chapter

Pres: Ivan Rosa ’84 e: irosa@1984.USNA.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Dennis R. Neutze ’65, JAGC USN (Ret.) p: 305-705-4722 e: dennis.navy65@googlemail.com

Pensacola Chapter

Co-Pres: Jose Perez ’10 Co-Pres: Joey Walker ’02 e: usnaaapensacola@gmail.com Sec’y: John Klose ’78 e: jpklose78@gmail.com Website: Pensacola.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Ryan Bedner e: rhbrjb@yahoo.com Southwest Florida Chapter

Pres: Doug Backes ’70 e: dougbackes@aol.com Sec’y: Herbert John Andrews ’68 e: herbiejohn383@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Dennis R. Neutze ’65, JAGC USN (Ret.) p: 305-705-4722 e: dennis.navy65@googlemail.com Website: southwestflorida.usnachapters.net

As we write this article (in late February) it is still uncertain to what degree we will be able to hold inperson events for the remainder of our 2020-2021 “high-season”. Florida is up to 6.8% on 2nd shots for COVID-19 as we speak, and we may be able to schedule an in-person event at Audubon Country Club (N. Naples) for April 2021.

If we can have an in-person event in April (we might even consider providing a “Spring Fling” luncheon event for our spouses for their incredible patience in dealing with us during this cooped-up COVID crisis), that would be our last event for “high-season”; and we’d be “closed for the summer” until our first luncheon in November 2021.

Our Board continues to meet via Zoom and we’ve gotten some very positive and upbeat ideas, and great feedback. We’d definitely like to see some of our younger local Southwest Florida alumni involved in our chapter especially our leadership positions and for them to bring in new and fresh ideas.

Our secretary Herb Andrews ’68 is our contact person for our off-season (he lives in Naples year-around); you can contact him at: herbiejohn383@gmail.com.

If you have any ideas for speakers or programs, interested in joining or taking on a leadership position, please contact our VP Hank White ’68 at: hfwhite@aol.com.

Next season we will try, COVID-19 willing, to restore our in-person focus as in years past: five luncheons, one Army-Navy tailgate, and the tri-service academies golf tournament. For speakers we are looking at Navy Athletics, Cyber Warfare, VA Benefits, Florida tax structure and benefits, U-boats off Florida in WWII, and perhaps a trip to one of our local SWF Military Museums.

GO NAVY, BEAT ARMY!!! Herb Andrews Secretary herbiejohn383@gmail.com Space Coast Chapter

Pres: CAPT Pete Peterson ’56, USN (Ret.) p: 321-952-2066; e: RETEP401@gmail.com Sec’y: LtCol Tom Schwartz ’56, USAF (Ret.) p: 321-255-5452 e: thomasschwartz@bellsouth.net BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard O’Sullivan ’77, USN (Ret.) p: 407-687-6877; e: raaos@aol.com

Suncoast Chapter

Pres: Alois (Al) Burda ’68 e: alburda3@verizon.net Vice Pres: Craig Harvey ’76 e: harveyct@hotmail.com Treas: Dick D’Anna ’68 e: dannari68@comcast.net Sec’y: Vacant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ usnaalumnifloridasuncoastchapter BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Steve Swift ’87, USNR e: sswift@1987.usna.com

Tampa Bay Chapter

Pres: CAPT Chris Heath ’72, USN (Ret.) p: 813-210-2615 e: christopherheath.fl@gmail.com Communication Director CAPT Steve Swift ’87, USNR (Ret.) e: sswift@1987.usna.com Sec’y: CDR Leon R. Jablow IV, ’91, USN (Ret.) e: leon.r.jablow@gmail.com Website: http://tampabay.usnachapters.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/ USNA-Alumni-TampaSt-Petersburg/ 120095454740213?sk=wall BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Steve Swift ’87, USNR (Ret.) e: sswift@1987.usna.com

Recent Events: Welcome to Tampa Bay, the home of great teams – The Rays, who represented the American League in the MLB World Series; The Lightning, winners of the NHL Stanley Cup; The Buccaneers, NFL Super Bowl Champions; and the U.S. Naval Academy Tampa Bay Alumni Chapter, a team that gathers monthly to keep the links in our USNA chain strong.

Our outdoor meeting had another strong muster in February. Our attendees included Dick Petrucci ’61, Miller Detrick ’63, Bill Graham ’72, Chris Heath ’72, Bill Squires ’75, Jane Lochner ’84, Brock Stolley ’84, Paul Matthews ’85, Tom Mercer ‘87, Steve Meyer ’87, Steve Swift ’87,

James Castano ’91, Leon Jablow ’91, Dan O’Shea ’91, Chris Thompson ’92, Chelsea Buckholtz ’09, Jonathan Sunderwirth ’10 and Brian Tsai ’16.

We bid farewell to Steve Meyer ’87 who is setting sail to Dallas, TX. We are certain that Steve will contribute as an active member of a new alumni chapter. Fair Winds and Following Seas!

We also hailed the arrival of Jonathan Sunderwirth ’10. Welcome Aboard!

Our chapter was honored to have Bill Squires ’75, Eastern Region Trustee, attend our chapter meeting. Bill shared updates and insights from USNA and the Alumni Association, including the progress of the fundraising and construction of the new Alumni Center. Bill was in town supporting the Super Bowl as a consultant, and he regaled the chapter members with the story of his journey from Naval Officer to the professional sports world including work with the New York Yankees and the National Football League. More poignant, however, and in keeping with the refrain from our alma mater “But still when two or three shall meet, and old tales be retold…” Bill had the opportunity to reconnect with Dick Petrucci ’61, his CO from VP-26, who he had not seen in 42 years!

“But still when two or three shall meet, and old tales be retold….”, VP-26 shipmates Dick Petrucci ’61 (right) and Bill Squires ’75 (center) reconnect at Tampa Bay Chapter meeting. Joined by Chris Heath ’72 (left), Tampa Bay Chapter President.

Tampa Bay recently hosted a big event for the 12th time. No - It was not the Super Bowl. It was the Frogman 5K Swim.

The Frogman 5K Swim started in 2010 after a prospective USNA candidate wanted to do something for Dan Cnosen ’02, who stepped on a land mine in September 2009 on his third day in Afghanistan. The student contacted Dan O’Shea ’91 who coordinated the swim in its first year with 34 swimmers. In the years that followed, the event grew with support and donations going to the Navy SEAL Foundation. On January 17th of this year, 150 swimmers participated, and they swam an extra 1/2 mile as the finish line had to be moved due to permit restrictions due to COVID.

Chris Quilty ’89 and Steve Swift ’87 are two swimmers that have participated every year. They were joined this year by RADM Mitch Bradley ’91, SOCCENT CDR, and Keven Navas ’99, a former Navy swimmer. Many others volunteered to support the event including Perry Dempsey ’72 and Brian Tsai ’16 as kayakers, and Gordo Peterson ’68. Gary Polansky ’69, who has attended every year, was also there to cheer on the swimmers. And- Joe Neal ’64, swam for his 8th time as the oldest swimmer!

Swimmers and volunteers gather for the 12th Tampa Bay Frog Man Swim started by USNA grads and supporting the Navy Seal Foundation.

Coronavirus continues to impact many of our annual events. However, our chapter intends to meet on our regular schedule for monthly meetings. We hold our monthly meetings at Tate’s Pizzeria on Westshore on the first Wednesday of each month at 1800. Look forward to seeing you there and your first drink is on us if you are a newbie!

FUTURE EVENTS

Monthly Meetings (for now)

CHECK US OUT

Look for the Chapter on our Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/ pages/USNA-Alumni-TampaSt- Petersburg/120095454740213? sk=wall), or our Website – http:// stampabay. usnachapters.net/

Georgia Atlanta Chapter

Pres: DJ Marzetta ’94 p: 404-996-7019; e: djmarzetta@gmail.com Website: http://www.usnaaaa.com BGO Area Coordinators:: Atlanta/North Georgia: Deborah Catrini e: deborah.catrini@gmail.com Southern Georgia: Ryan McDonel e: rmcdonel.usna@gmail.com

Hawaii

Hawaii Chapter

National Chapter Trustee: Steve Colon ’81 Pres: Ted Peck ’88 p: 808-371-7514 e: ted.peck@gmail.com Vice Pres: Keno Knieriem ’06 e: keno@honokea.com Sec’y: Deni Baykan ’04 e: deniz.baykan@mac.com Treas: Tom Marzec ’87 e: tamarzec@gmail.com Parent’s Club Pres: Mason Savage (Jacob ’22, Jordan ’24) Hawaii BGO Area Coordinator: John Turner ’93 e: john.sebastian.turner@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ USNAAA.Honolulu/ and https://www.facebook.com/NavalAcademy Hawaii/

Aloha!

The Jackson crew was recently caught taking a dip in Waimea Falls on Oahu. Ryan ’04 and Brianna ’04 Jackson, and their four boys, like to take a break from the dual-mil rat race to enjoy the island’s beauty – a much-needed respite from virtual school and alternating telework daily life!

The Hawaii chapter is planning events for this year and beyond, so for alumni stationed or living in Hawaii, be sure to update your email address with USNA.com so we can include you in our distribution.

The Jackson Family at Waimea Falls

Idaho

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Todd Severance ’92, USN (Ret.) p: 208-620-9436; e: tjseverance1992@gmail.com

Northwest Chapter

Pres: Col Kenneth W. Moore ’66, USMC (Ret.) 31048 E. Hayden Lake Rd., PO Box 2020 Hayden, ID 83835-7059 p: 208-772-7494; e: eyehawk35@gmail.com

Southern Idaho Chapter

Pres: Andrea Hovey ’03 e: andrea.hovey@gmail.com Vice Pres: Paul Campbell ’98 e: Paul.Campbell@1998.usna.com Sec’y: Joan Taylor (wife of CAPT Rufus Taylor ‘66, USN (Ret.)) e: foozhigger@gmail.com Treas: Dennis Hanrahan ’68 e: dennisdannyehanrahan@gmail.com Idaho Parents’ Club President: Michelle Widmier (Trey ’21) e: nwidmier@gmail.com

The Southern Idaho Chapter (SIC) joined the USMA Association of Graduates Boise Chapter at Bear Island Brewing to watch the 2020 Army Game. After the game, many in the group retired to the back yard fire pit at the home of Andrea Hovey ‘03. Despite the final score, there was plenty of warmth and enthusiasm as evidenced by the group pictures.

Illinois

Chicago Chapter

CDR Fredrick W. Weber ’75, USNR (Ret.) 2134 Evert Ct., Northbrook, IL 60062-6612 h: 847-559-9381; w: 312-845-3444 e: Fred.Weber@2comm.com Website: http://chicago.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: (Northern, IL incl Chicago) LCDR Drew Thomas ’04, USNR p: 317 682 8441; drew.thomas@bgo.usna.com BGO Area Coordinator: (Southern, IL) Gene Marquez e: gdsm_marquez@charter.net

Indiana

BGO Area Coordinator: Kurt Greggs e: Greggsusnabgo@gmail.com

Indianapolis Chapter

CDR Lynn Thomas ’83 h: 317-329-1773; e: lynntw@aol.com

Michiana Chapter

Pres: John Ross ’94 e: johnwmross@me.com Vice Pres/Sec’y: CDR John (Chris) Haizlip ’72, USN (Ret.) 15246 Longford Dr., Granger, IN 46530 p: 574-273-2939; e: CHaizlip@aol.com Treas: John Strauss ’69 e: e:jstrauss3373@att.net

Iowa

See Minnesotta Send Shipmate input to: Nathan CW Smith ’98 e: nathancwsmith@outlook.com Iowa Blue & Gold Area Coordinator: Ted Olt III ’85 p: 563-355-1709; e: tolt@l-wlaw.com

Kentucky

Louisville/ Southern Indiana Chapter

Pres: CAPT Gregory Reinhardt ’79, USNR (Ret.) 712 Talon Pl., Louisville, KY 40223 p: 502-244-7707; e: greinhardt@1979.usna.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Gregory Reinhardt ’79, USN (Ret.) p: 502-244-7707; e: greinhardt@1979.usna.com

Louisiana

Louisiana Chapter

Pres: Garrett Miller ’95 p: 985-590-2425, e: torrens.miller@gmail.com Vice Pres: Bob Ferrante ’90 p: 985-237-2091; e: mbrlj5@gmail.com Sec’y: Wayne Morgan ’98 e: wayne.morgan@1998.usna.com Treas: Drew Dodenhoff ’70 e: drewdode@yahoo.com Website: http://www.USNALouisiana.org BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Jessica Thornhill ’01 e: jessica.mp.thornhill@gmail.com

Maine

Maine Chapter

Pres: Jen Bohr Tyll ’01 e: jenbohrtyll@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: LT Jen Bohr Tyll ’01, USNR p: 207-829-8159; e: jenbohrtyll@gmail.com

Maryland

Annapolis Chapter

Pres: CDR Scott J. Shepard ’91, USN (Ret) p: 540-419-5564; e: scottjshepard@hotmail.com Vice Pres: Michael Rapp ’91 e: michaelrapp999@gmail.com Sec’y–Shipmate Contact: Liesel (Danjczek) Schopler ’99 e: lieseldanjczek@hotmail.com Treas: Chuck Dixon ’79 e: CBDixon@firstcommand.com Membership: James McNeal ’86 e: jamesm@ispards.com Website: http://annapolis.usnachapters.net Join the Chapter: https://www.signupnow. events/USNAAlumniChapter_Annapolis/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook. com/groups/1118214745191/ (or search for: Naval Academy Alumni Annapolis Chapter) BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Charles Mello e: Charlesmello@gmail.com

Baltimore Chapter

Pres: Jason Hardebeck ’87 p: 443-269-1599; e: jhardebeck@whoglue.com BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Charles Mello e: Charlesmello@gmail.com Join the Chapter: https://www.signupnow.events/ USNAAlumni Chapter_ Annapolis/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/11182147 45191/ (or search for: Naval Academy Alumni Annapolis Chapter) Greater Southern Maryland Chapter

Pres: Amanda Foxton ’10 e: amanda.l.foxton@gmail.com Corr Sec’y: Michael Dougherty ’73 p: 240-925-7518; e: doughertymj8@aol.com Website: http://www.navyalumni.org BGO Area Coordinator: Kevin Schaaff e: schaaff1@comcast.net

EVENTS

The Election is complete!!! NOT THAT ONE! The GSMC one! With Mike DeManss ’73 stepping down after many, many years of dedicated service, the race for President came down to Amanda Foxton ’10 and Mike Thumm ’75. While Amanda received the most votes, unfortunately, she will have a truncated term (departing in Mid-May) because of an unexpected PCS Transfer she will make with her husband, Maj Josh Foxton ’09 USMC, out of the Southern Maryland area. At that point, Mike Thumm, as the runner-up, will assume the Presidency. Congratulations to both Amanda and Mike!!! For the coming year, the GSMC leadership team will be President Amanda or Mike, Vice President Scott Bruce ’79, Secretary Dale Allison ’78 and Treasurer Ted Herring ’67.

Please check your email and the GSMC website www.navyalumni.org for event updates throughout 2021!

ALUMNI IN THE NEWS

CAPT Richard Gensley ’97 USN, relieved CAPT John Dougherty ’95 USN as Program Manager of the Precision Strike Weapons program office (PMA-201).

MAJ Josh Foxton ’09 USMC was named 2020 Test Pilot of the year for both Air Test and Evaluation Two One (VX-21) and the Naval Test Wing Atlantic (NTWL).

LT Mahmood Alaverdi ’11 USN, currently assigned to VX-20, was named the 2020 Hawkeye Pilot of the Year (Ashore) for the Airborne Command & Control and Logistic Wing.

LT Zachary Bauer ’11 USN, MAJ Brandon Dell ’11 USMC, LT George Meszaros ’11 USN, and LCDR Brian Warren ’09, USN completed the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School engineering test pilot course with Class 158.

COMING EVENTS

2nd Tuesday of each month: Monthly Board of Directors’ Meetings via Zoom.

All other events are TBD.

Please check your email and the GSMC website www.navyalumni.org for updates throughout 2021!

Massachusetts

Boston Chapter

Pres: James Kras ’69 141 Dorchester Ave., Unit 406 South Boston, MA 02127-1836 p: 617-645-1032; e: jameskras@comcast.net Shipmate contact: CAPT Pete Seibert ’65 p: 781-235-5909; e: pkseibert@comcast.net Website: http://boston.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Mr. Kimber Johnson e: kimberjohnson@verizon.net Eastern Mass: David Grim e: david.grim@1982.usna.com Western Mass: LTC Mike Cousins e: cuztri67@gmail.com

Michigan

Detroit Chapter

Pres: Maj. Joe Zane ’07 USMCR P.O. Box 710, Birmingham, MI 48009 e: joseph.zane.2007@gmail.com Vice Pres: Shawn Hoch ’08 e: shawn.hoch@2008.usna.com Website: http://detroit.usnachapters.net Communications Sec’y: Chris Bernard ’88 e: gcb117@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator (Eastern): Michael Johnson e: MichaelDJohnson@eaton.com BGO Area Coordinator (West & Upper): Col. Benjamin Richmond ’93, USMCR e: brichmond97@earthlink.net

GRADUATE PROFILE: LEROY DENNIS AND GENERAL MOTOR’S VETERAN HIRING INITIATIVES

by Shawn Hoch

I met LeRoy Dennis (USNA ’97) at the San Diego Service Academy Career Conference (SACC) in August 2018 in advance of my transition off Active Duty in April 2019.

The interview ultimately led to a job offer by LeRoy to join his team at General Motors (GM). LeRoy attended several SACCs since assuming a managerial role at GM and conducts applicant interviews as a manager. LeRoy and I spoke during GM’s 2021 Military Awareness Week which highlights past contributions of veterans and teaches managers about the skills that veterans bring to the table. What follows is LeRoy’s personal perspective and are not officially endorsed by GM.

Would you tell me about your background and how you ended up at GM?

LeRoy was raised in Miami and graduated USNA in 1997, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. He selected Surface Warfare and served on a number of ships, including as command of MCM Rotational Crew Swerve. He holds a Master’s in Information Systems and Operations from the Naval Postgraduate School and an MBA from the University of North Carolina.

Retiring in 2016, LeRoy attended a SACC conference as part of his transition. After interviewing with companies such as Pepsi, Northrop Grumman, and Wells Fargo, he ran into a General Motors hiring manager in an elevator who asked for his resume. Intrigued foremost by his leadership credentials, he was offered a trip to Michigan and ultimately a position. LeRoy never expected to live in Michigan or work at an automotive company. “You never know how a single networking conversation might end, and life rarely ends up going specifically to plan.”

What separates Academy graduates from other new hire candidates?

LeRoy’s goal is to be prepared to give on-the-spot job offers to military candidates. “The transition from active duty is a scary time! What the transition seminar doesn’t teach is how marketable and valuable your leadership skills are. This is especially true of line officers, who can do almost anything.” In fact, LeRoy often competes with other managers to recruit military officers due to high demand. At SACC, LeRoy’s perspective as a USNA grad gives him a distinct advantage in understanding the value of candidates. He notes that you do not need to a specific major in order to work at GM, and a Junior Officer’s experiences across varied disciplines all have direct applicability. A degree from the Naval Academy demonstrates the ability to learn concepts quickly, which is often more important than specific subject matter expertise.

GM divides its internal progression between “technical” and “people-focused” expertise. Officers are inherently peopleleaders. “Leading people is second nature. There’s no hesitancy and a bias towards taking action.” Moreover, officers “are innately able to manage both up and down the chain.” LeRoy compared an O-3 briefing their leadership to a GM new hire briefing C-suite executives. LeRoy is often asked by his peers whether this is what can be expected of every Academy graduate. His answer? A resounding “Yes!”

What do you think is more important to a transitioning officer, a strong LinkedIn profile or a well-crafted resume?

To LeRoy, resumes and in-person meeting trump LinkedIn. That being said, his peers often review LinkedIn as a window to a person’s character. His advice: Make sure you eliminate military jargon from your resume and your profile! As a fellow veteran, LeRoy is capable of gleaning information from a paper resume even if it has not been properly translated into terms a civilian understands. However, most hiring managers don’t have the same background.

What specific advice would you give to those transitioning today?

“Highlight your strengths: leadership; experience in safety culture, which applies everywhere and its often forgotten; and any accolades/ awards you’ve received.” He recommends being specific in your resume. “Include dollar amounts for systems that you’ve worked on, because it is a direct reflection of the value of trust that was placed in you. If you’ve made a process improvement, be able to explain a dollar value of increased efficiency. If you led people, include numbers – and small groups are as important as big groups. Keep multiple resumes specific to the individual industry of interest.” Once hired, LeRoy equated inputs to your own civilian performance reviews with Navy “FITREP theory” in that you should “feel dirty” after bragging about yourself, to give the reviewer plenty of data to work with. Finally, “market your brand, and your brand starts with leadership first and crisis management when needed.”

Minnesota

Upper Midwest Chapter

Pres: CAPT Ashley Fischer ’11, USMCR p: 240-778-8116; e: aefisch36@gmail.com Shipmate Contact: Nathan CW Smith ’98 e: nathancwsmith@outlook.com Website: www.USNAUpperMidwest.org Facebook: www.fb.com/USNAAAUpperMidwest BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Mark Salmen ’73, USN (Ret.) p: 651-271-6690; e: mjsalmen@aol.com

Mississippi

BGO Area Coordinator: David Price ’78 e: dep-78@sbcglobal.net

South Mississippi Chapter

Pres: CDR E. Spencer Garrett IV ’88, USNR P.O. Box 1792, Gautier, MS 39553 p: 228-497-5050; e: esgarrett44@aol.com Sec’y: CAPT Harry J. Rucker ’73, USN (Ret.) e: navynomad50@caldeone.net

Missouri

Greater Kansas City Metro Chapter

Pres: Bob Culler ’74 p: 913-488-6319; e: bculler@sbcglobal.net Vice Pres: Victor Hurlbert ’10 p: 816-665-1647; e:vhurlbert@wradvisors.com Treas: Jack Rush ’73 e: jackrush7376@gmail.com Website: http://KansasCity.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Lee Gilgour e: Gilgour42@gmail.com

St. Louis Chapter

Pres: Dave Turnbaugh ’89 Website: https://stlusna.000webhostapp.com/ index.html Shipmate contact: Raese Simpson ’61 1138 Westmoor Pl., St. Louis, MO 63131-1320 c: 314-757-1221; e: raese1961@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Kent Higginbotham ’76, USN (Ret.) e: kenth@hbistl.com

Montana

BGO Area Coordinator: Andy Metroka e: METROKA@MT.NET

Nebraska

BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Jerry Hodge ’86, USN (Ret.) e: gerald.hodge@1986.usna.com

Omaha Chapter

Pres: Ray Foran ’00 p: 402-312-4917; e: rwowseray@gmail.com Website: http://omaha.usnachapters.net/

Nevada

BGO Area Coordinator: Joe Holland ’03 e: joe.holland03@gmail.com

Southern Nevada Chapter

Pres: Tessa Carlson ’91 p: 702-809-6827; e: TessaCarlson@1991.usna.com Website: http://southernnevada.usna chapters.com/

New Jersey

Pres: Patrick Hurley ’87 e: patrick.hurley@1987.usna.com BGO Area Coordinator: (North NJ) Marcy Abbate e: Abbate.Marcy.M@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: (South NJ) Martha Christinziano e: MarthaChristinziano@gmail.com website: www.usnanj.org

New Mexico

New Mexico Chapter

Pres: John Scott Kraus ’73 2304 Madre Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112 h: 505-296-7409; c: 505-366-7457 e: skraus@aquilagroup.com; or jkraus2304@aol.com Sec’y: Joseph McGuire ’68 p: 505-857-9679; e sunnymack@msn.com Vice Pres: Dr. Doug Meints ’77 p: 505-888-6800 e: dmeintschiro@gmail.com NM Parents’ Club Pres: Ms. Karen Hanthorn-Rhodes e: KBHant@aol.com; p: 505-507-5543 Website: http://newmexico.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT David Swingle

New Mexico is earning National recognition for its efficiency in administering our Covid vaccine doses delivered, compared to other states. Periodic reviews of this efficiency

rank our State in the high 90+ percent range of doses delivered to doses received. However, our Chapter has recently learned that for our military service, there is a path through the Veterans Administration for VAregistered NM veterans that helps bring vaccinations to them sooner. While the State is currently scheduling vaccinations for those age 75+, the VA is scheduling and administering vaccine to those who are 65+ years of age. A veteran with a VAissued ID card can also arrange for their spouse or designated Family Caregiver to be vaccinated at the same time as the veteran if they are previously registered in the VA Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC). With just over 1.6 million adults in NM, receiving recognition for your military service as a registered veteran and being eligible for an early vaccine administered with the convenience of a drive-through vaccination site is bringing relief to many. If you qualify either as a registered veteran or as a designated Family Caregiver, whether or not you currently receive medical care from the Veterans Administration, contact the VA at (505) 265-1711 or go to the VA website at va.gov to schedule your vaccination appointment. Joe McGuire ‘68

New York

New York Capital District Chapter

Pres: Frank Hughes ’80 p: 518-432-9193; e: frankhughes2@yahoo.com Sec’y: Gordon Lattey 40 First St., Troy, NY 12180 p: 518-274-4989; e: ussslater@aol.com Website: http://capitaldistrictny.usna chapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Jeff Hughes e: Jeffrey.M.Hughes1@gmail.com

Central New York Chapter

Pres: Steve Erb ’68 e: steveerb@windstream.net Sec’y/Treas: Bob Fegan Jr. ’64 e: bobfegan64@gmail.com Website: CentralNY.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Tom Ravener e: tom.ravener@gmail.com

Clear Path for Veterans in Chittenango, NY currently is not having the Wednesday lunch due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Alumni, family, friends, USNA parents, and others with an interest in the Naval Academy are welcome to join the Chapter at all Chapter functions. Call (315-663-7490) or e-mail Bob Fegan to let us know if you plan to attend a function.

Future Chapter activities will be addressed as they are planned. The Chapter’s website is a good source of current information.

The commemorative desk clocks for the parents of the CNY USNA graduates in the Class of 2020 have been mailed. The clocks are normally presented at the annual Welcome Aboard Picnic which was not held this past year. The delay was due to our supplier closing down the business for several months. The clocks were sent to the parents of Jack Hogan (Auburn), Sargon Babla (Fayetteville), Hunter McGavran (Clinton), Eliot McRoberts (Binghamton), Andrew Shea (Sterling), and Robert Durham (Lacona). In some cases the parents probably pass the clocks to their graduate. The clocks for the parents of the CNY USNA graduates in the Class of 2021 are being processed by our supplier.

The Chapter has instituted the payment of a Life Membership Fee as an option to Annual Dues. As the information was provided through the USNA Alumni Association, there a quite a few Alumni in the CNY area who may not have received the information so it is being provided herewith.

The Central New York Chapter leadership had discussed offering Life Membership and with inputs from a few Alumni, the following table shows what we have decided:

Year Groups Life Membership Fee 1941-1950 $0 1951-1960 $50 1961-1970 $75 1971-1980 $100 1981-1990 $125 1991-2000 $150 2001-2010 $175 2011-2020 $200 2021- $200 If 40% of the Alumni in the Central New York area opt for Life Membership and with over $2,000 currently in the Chapter’s non-profit checking account with M&T, the Chapter would have over $10,000 which is more than enough to support the Chapter’s financial commitments through 2030.

Alumni who have paid Dues for the Chapter year 1 June 2020 to 31 May 2021 and for subsequent years may apply those Dues to their Life Membership Fee. Also those Alumni who have made Donations to the Chapter may apply all or part of the Donation to their Life Membership Fee. Each Alumni to whom the above applies should contact Bob Fegan (bobfegan64@gmail.com) (315-663-7490) and let him know what to do or to check what your Dues status may be.

For those Alumni who choose not to pay the Life Membership Fee, the annual Chapter membership fee of $20 will be continued. Additionally, the Chapter year is being changed from “1 June to 31 May” to “1 January to 31 December”. Those Alumni who have paid dues for the current Chapter year (1 June to 31 May) will have their membership extended to 31 December 2021.

The Chapter year of “1 June to 31 May’ was established in 2005 when the CNY Chapter was recognized by the USNA Alumni Association (AA) by a letter dated 11 May 2005. Changing the Chapter year to “1 January to 31 December” aligns with the traditional calendar.

Payment of Dues (Life Membership or Annual) can be made in cash or check at a Chapter function or by mailing a check payable to “CNY Chapter of USNA Alumni” to Bob Fegan, 1570 US Route 20, Cazenovia, NY 13035-9202. Please provide a note to indicate your USNA AA status (Life Member, Annual or Not a member) and your email address to ensure that the Chapter’s database is complete and up-to-date. Alumni are encouraged to check the AA database periodically to ensure that their profile information is up-to-date. Metro New York Chapter (NAANY)

Pres: George O’Garro ’05 e: georgeogarro@gmail.com HotLine: 1-800-234-USNA (8732) Website: http://www.NAANY.org BGO Area Coordinator: Scott Dinkel e: Scott.Dinkel@bgo.usna.com

Western New York Chapter

Pres: Dan Sullivan ’95 p: 585-410-1941; e: daniel.sullivan@savox.com Vice Pres: Pete Owen ’86 p: 949-702-2733; e: pfowen0302@gmail.com Website: http://westernny.usnachapters.net/ BGO Area Coordinator: Doug Peters ’73 e: douglastpeters@gmail.com

North Carolina

BGO Area Coordinator: Gary Sokoloski e: rgsokolo3@aol.com

Cape Fear Chapter

Pres: Ray Decker ’72 p: 703-939-0202; e: dax24@icloud.com Vice Pres: Paul Normand ’74 e: paulnormand@mac.com Sec’y/Treas: Steve Yandle ’75 e: sryusna75@gmail.com

There is a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel as we continue to battle Covid-19. More of the Cape Fear Chapter members report receiving their vaccinations as more mass vaccination sites ramp up in North Carolina. While ZOOM meetings have allowed the Chapter to hold monthly “virtual gatherings,” we all look forward to resuming in-person lunches and social events.

After a great turnout for the Fukushima nuclear crisis presentation by Admiral Kirk Donald ’75, USN (Ret.), the Chapter held its annual “business meeting” via ZOOM on 16 Feb. Twenty one members were present: Russ Brune ’92, John Casey ’78, Paul Dahlquist ’72, Jack Dambaugh ’64, Ray Decker ’72, Dave Gould ’64’ Rick Haley ’72, Gregg Hamelin ’72, Eve Krauss ’06, Bob Lakis ’79, Bernie Maguire ’64, Jack McDermott ‘63, Tom McQueen ’69, Newt Morgan ’69, Paul Normand ’74, Dave Parsons ’69, Craig Rankin ’75, Steve Rogness ’75, Dave Scheu ’67, Jim Strouse ’66 and Steve Yandle ’75. The Chapter leadership briefed the members on several key areas: Chapter organization – expansion

of Board of Directors and a call for volunteers to support our speaker program, event coordination, and communication outreach. Special congratulations to our new Board Directors: Dave Scheu ’67, Russ Brune ’92 and Eve Krauss ’06 who will augment the current Board slate.

Steve Yandle ’75, our Secretary/ Treasurer, provided a financial update noting that a review was underway by Dave Parsons ‘69 and Michael Brown ’70. Thank you, gentlemen. Additionally, the Chapter will adopt a 3-year budget to support future initiatives.

Paul Normand ’74, our VP, briefed his team-oriented membership drive with a goal of 100 regular members by 2024. This target will almost double our current rolls and hopefully, inject alumni from less seasoned classes into our ranks!

Paul also updated the members on the 4 Mission Support Activities. Of note, the Chapter will contact the two local high schools that have a current Navy JROTC program and explore partnership opportunities. More to follow in future Shipmate news!

Conditions permitting, the Chapter is planning to hold its first in-person gathering this June or July at the Cape Fear Country Club. We are calling this informal cocktail party –“Summer Cruise 2021.” Chapter members and their “drags” will be encouraged to wear cruise attire and share youngster cruise stories on the Club terrace. Dixie cups and white works not required! After a year plus of public health restrictions, this motley crew is ready for a “cruise” anywhere!

Projecting ahead: the Chapter hopes to engage the Black Knights on the golf course this fall. The 1st Annual Army-Navy Golf “Tea Fight” is being coordinated by Gregg Hamelin ’72 and Hugh McWilliams ’72. Also, we hope to re-join the local West Point Society in December for an ArmyNavy Game party in Wilmington.

Our formal 3rd Annual Dark Ages Dinner has been pushed to March 2022.

The Chapter’s 2021 Calendar of Events is posted on our website: capefearnc.usnachapters.net. During normal, non-Covid times: All local graduates, Blue & Gold Officers, and parents of midshipmen or graduates are invited to join the Chapter and participate in our activities. Most lunch meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month except when a quarterly BYCM (Bring Your Company Mug) social or other special event like our Army-Navy Game party occurs.

Chapter lunch meetings begin at 1145 and are held at the Cape Fear Country Club. All members planning to attend should contact Michael Brown ’70, our Senior Mess Officer and Club sponsor <mcb0347@gmail. com> at least 2 days before the meeting so he can coordinate food service with the Club staff. Cost is $18 cash at lunch.

Go Navy!

Charlotte Chapter

Pres: Christopher (Nix) M. Nickels ’91 e: CHRISNIX@AOL.COM Email: UsnaaaCharlotte@gmail.com Facebook Page: http://facebook.com/ usna-alumni-association-charlotte251965968210794/ Website: Charlotte.usnachapters.net LinkedIn Group: http://linkedin.com/groups/8344487

Salute to ’21 – Congratulations on your upcoming Commissioning! On behalf of the Charlotte Alumni Chapter, we salute and thank you. Good luck as you enter the Fleet.

Oct 2020 Event Recap: Cramer Mountain Club, Gastonia, NC. Several Chapter members participated in a fun filled day of golf and socializing. Some members who participated were Matt O’Connor, Chris Nickels (Pres), Zeb Daniel (Fmr VP), Al Kirton (VP), Ed Ferris, Jay Price, Cecil Fletcher, Rich Lambert, Tom Murach. Below are a few pictures from the event.

Eastern North Carolina Chapter

Pres: Rob Skrotsky ’67 P.O. Box 847, New Bern, NC 28563 h: 252-514-0299 e: robert.skrotsky@1967.usna.com Vice Pres: Rick Kunkel ’67 p: 910-347-6251; e: rkunkel@ec.rr.com Sec’y: Tim Marvin ’59 P.O. Box 731, Kure Beach, NC 28449-0731 e: tmarvin738@charter.net Treas: Randy Bogle ’68 4308 Periwinkle Pl., New Bern, NC 28562 p: 252-631-3109; e: rbogle1968@gmail.com Website: http://easternnc.usnachapters.com

North Carolina Triangle Chapter

Pres: CAPT Steve Gillespie ’87, USN (Ret.) e: smgillespie44@gmail.com Sec’y: Chris Perrien ’74 e: ibmchris@mac.com National Chapter Trustee CDR George Lipscomb ’87, USN (Ret.) Website: www.usnatriangle.com

Greetings from the Research Triangle Park of North Carolina,

Our 6th Virtual Luncheon in February welcomed Captain Shaun McAndrew ’93 USN (Ret.) who relocated to the RTP with her family after her retirement as the CO of the NROTC units in Idaho and Eastern Washington. An aviator for service

selection, she served as Batt Officer in Bancroft Hall for 3 years, 2014-17. As change is constant at our Academy, Shaun shared her related experiences and entertained questions from an on-line audience of 26 grads representing classes from 1950s to 2010s. Grads included: Steve Gillespie ’87, Lauren Wilson ’09, George Lipscomb ’87, Jacob Fox ’13, Doug Suriano ’84, Jim Kinney ’60, Jeff Edgar ’81, Tom Clemons ’82, Sankey Blanton ’71, John Walls ’86, Dave Clement ’80, Jennifer Clement ’81, Warren Schultz ’71, Bill Flannery ’83, Kim Tageson ’78, Mike Kapsch ’76, Paul Stiller ’58, Brad Osmun ’09, Bill Marsh ’73, Norm Elliott ’58, Chris Perrien ’74, Perry Taylor ’71, Girard Lew ’60, Bob Adams ’73 and Ted Triebel ’64.

Joining the luncheon was Captain Bill Coleman ’95 USN, our newest member of the Chapter. Amongst Bill’s long-range plans is the prospect of relocating to the RTP upon retirement. In this regard, our chapter offers a network of transition services and professional connections as our grads are working in firms of nearly every size and type across the Research Triangle Park region.

We’re unable to host our 11th Annual Dark Ages Dinner and we look forward to our March Virtual Luncheon Discussion with Colonel Christian Cabiness ’90 USMC (Ret.) who will discuss the USMC’s Force Design 2030 plans and programs.

Recognized for the 4th consecutive year as a Distinguished Chapter in the USNA AA network, our Triangle Chapter comprises 170+ active members from eight decades of USNA classes, their families and a growing set of supporters (parents, friends, all-Navy veterans and families). To view the schedule of future events, please visithttps://www. usnatriangle.com or follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook. com/USNAAARTP/

We are eager for the resumption of in-person Chapter gatherings.

Piedmont Triad Chapter

Pres: Tom Cornejo ’00 e: thomas.cornejo@yahoo.com Sec’y: Josh Fogle ’03 e: foglejw@gmail.com Research Triangle

North Dakota

Upper Midwest Chapter

See Minnesota Send Shipmate input to: Nathan CW Smith ’98 e: nathancwsmith@outlook.com Blue & Gold Area Coordinator: Susan Canham p: 701-226-2204; e: scanham2@gmail.com

Ohio

Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky Chapter

Pres: Gaby Blocher ’98 p: 513-316-5903; e: Gabrielle.Bolton@gmail.com Vice Pres and Shipmate Submissions: Jen Yuchasz ’98 p: 847-754-5841; e: yuchasz@gmail.com Website: http://www.usnacinci.org BGO Area Coordinator: Bryan Grubert e: bryan.grubert@gmail.com

Cleveland Chapter

Pres: CAPT Fred W. Bergman ’75, USNR (Ret.) p: 440-570-3564; e: FWayBergman@aol.com Sec’y: John Blackburn ’82 e: joblackburn@clevelandtrack.com BGO Area Coordinator: Doug Cabarle e: douglas.cabarle@bgo.usna.com Columbus

Pres: CDR Tony Konecny ’79, USN (Ret.) e: adkonecny79@gmail.com Sec’y: Dave Goins ’84 e: dgoins84@gmail.com Treas: Jim Waddell ‘71 e: jbwaddell@columbus.rr.com Shipmate Contact: Robert White ’94 e: robwhite614@gmail.com Chapter email: USNAAACbus@gmail.com Website: https://columbus_usnachapter.net/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/ groups/100549757152451/ Twitter: @USNAAACbus LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/ groups/12356597/ Instagram: USNAAACbus Parents’ Club President: Maureen Marsico e: marsicopsu@aol.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT D. Michael Crites ’70, USNR (Ret.) e: mcrites@dinsmore.com As you know, Columbus Chapter has been selected as Distinguished Chapter. This award is a direct reflection of the members and your participation in the Chapter. The Chapter strives to keep you informed on the relevant USNA-related information and to organize events where we can enjoy the camaraderie of the service. In addition to the Chapter Officers, the Columbus Chapter has an advisory board of three Board Members, each representing two decades. By so doing, the interests of the various generations are brought to the attention of the officers. They are a resource for you. Feel free to reach out to them.

The Board Members are: 1960’s and ‘70’s: Jim Worthington ‘60 - jsworthington@sbcglobal.net 1980’s and ‘90’s - Todd Forney ‘86 - tforney@columbus.rr.com 2000’s and ‘10’s - Michel Plumley ‘09 - jmichelplumley@gmail.com

You can see their photos and read short bios on the Chapter Officer page (https://columbus.usnachapters. net/about/chapter-officers/). The Board Members contact information will be posted in future Shipmate editions for your reference.

Continuing in our series of discussions about the means the Chapter communicates with its members, we will be discussing Twitter and Instagram. Twitter will be used to get out information in a timely manner using up to 40 characters. You can expect information such as upcoming events, important notifications that may affect the Chapter, and last-minute changes to scheduled activities. The Chapter’s Twitter username is @usnaaacbus.

Instagram is a social media platform that emphasizes photo and video sharing. The Chapter will use Instagram to share visual information from events and member activities of interest to the entire Chapter. The Chapter’s Instagram

username is usnaaacbus. Please consider following the Chapter on both platforms to stay informed.

Toledo Chapter

Pres: CDR Meghan Michael ’97, USN (Ret.) e: meghanmichael@me.com BGO Area Coordinator: Mr. Arthur Wickerham e: artwickerham@gmail.com

Oklahoma

BGO Area Coordinator: Jeff Stewart e:jeff.stewart@hpidc.com

Oklahoma City Chapter

Pres: Jonathan Mason ’07 e: jrmason03@gmail.com

Tulsa Chapter

Pres: Rocky Goins ’84 e: rockygoins@hotmail.com Vice Pres: Patrick Hamilton ’87 e: patrickhami@gmail.com Sec’y & Treas: Kasey (Cregge) Carradini ’84 e: kcarradini@hotmail.com Website: http://tulsa.usnachapters.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USNA-AlumniTulsa-Chapter-2202431113307009/

We will be hosting USNA on the weekend of October 29 for the Navy/Tulsa Football Game. This will be a spectacular game! Please renew your chapter membership to help us plan for a great dinner reception!

Our Tulsa Chapter is one of the pioneers in the new USNA Membership Module to renew your membership by credit card.

This year, we have two options to renew your dues. The first is through a credit card through the USNA portal: https://www.usna.com/ tulsa-chapter-membership

The second option is through sending a check to:

USNA Tulsa Chapter

C/O Kasey Carradini 8820 S. 75th East Avenue

Tulsa, OK 74133 918-855-7111

UPDATE YOUR PROFILE

Log into Online Community at usna.com to update your profile. Our Due Membership Options are: 1-Year - $25.00 2-Year - $45.00 5-Year - $100.00 1-Year AD* - $5.00 2-Year AD - $10.00 5-Year AD - $25.00 50-Year Alumni - $5.00 * AD=Active Duty

Rocky

Oregon

Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter

Pres: CDR John Adams ’69, USNR (Ret.) e: john.adams@1969.usna.com Vice Pres: CDR Mike Carmichael ’69, USNR (Ret.) e: mikec@1969.usna.com Treas: CDR Ted Scypinski ’90, USNR (Ret.) e: ted.scypinski@flir.com National Chapter Trustee: LtCol. Doug Ballard ’74, USMCR (Ret.) e: Cassandra.alpha61@comcast.net BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT “Butch” Bewick ’62, USNR (Ret.) p: 503-319-4653; e: Jsbewick@aol.com Website: oregon.usnachapters.net

Here in Oregon and SW Washington we are busy trying to get power and internet back after a pretty impressive ice storm last week. Many remain without power still weeks after the storm.

The leadership transition is complete with John Adams ’69 taking over for Mike Carmichael ’69 as president. Mike will continue on the council as vice president. We continue our weekly “Zoom Happy Hours’ each Wednesday. We have been doing them for over 8 months now and participation continues to grow. The participants in February are: Mike Carmichael ’69. John Adams ’69, Ted Scypinski ’90, Mark Cooskey ’72, Doug Ballard ’74, John Frerichs ’50, David Lutes ’63, Tim Myers ’64, Janette Sandberg ’96, Tex Hawkins ’67, Ron Smith ’72, Jack Kohl ’65, Frank Swientek ’66, Jill Roberts ’94, Jay Wyley ’93 and Barbette Lowndes ’80. We have been honored to have Jill Richards ’94 join us for the last several meetings. Jill will be replacing Butch Bewick ’63 as our BGO Area Coordinator in June. Also, at one of our last meeting, Barbette Lowndes’80 joined us. Barbette is running for the position of Western Regional Trustee. She gave us her background and talked about what she plans to do if elected.

It is with heavy heart that we report the February passing of local alums John DeZell ’55 and Stan Sharp ’58. Both will be buried at Willamette National Cemetery. Additionally, we lost Marky Hough the wife of Jim Hough ’66. She was also interred in February at Willamette with a beautiful ceremony attended by several friends & fellow-residents of their Mary’s Woods retirement community and Jim’s classmates Mike Young and Frank Swientek ‘66 (& wife Diane).

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia Chapter

Pres: Kevin McCloskey ’93 e: kevin@mccloskeymail.net Sec’y: Nick Rygiel ’04 e: nick.ryg@gmail.com Website: http://philadelphia.usnachapters.net BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Tim Farrell ’76, USN (Ret.) e: tim.farrell@1976.usna.com

Pittsburgh Chapter

Pres: Conor McKenzie ’06 e: cmckenzie@janney.com Website: Pittsburgh.usnachapters.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ usnaaapittsburgh/ BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT David Gates ’77, USN (Ret.) p: 724-632-6621; e: LJreese357@aol.com

Susquehanna Valley Chapter

Pres: Del Becker ’85 p: 717-537-5732; e: delbecker@gmail.com Sec’y: Gib Armstrong ’91 e: gibshar@gmail.com Treas: Charlie Perkins ’71 e: CharlesPerkins71@gmail.com Website: http://www.usnasvc.com BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Matt Chabal ’77 e: chabal@1977.usna.com

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Recreational Vehicle

American Chapter

Pres: Jack Parry ’67 e: eeusna67@aol.com Sec’y: Scott Rodgers ’78 Treas: Dale Gange ‘70 14518 Black Bear Rd. Palm Beach Gardens, FL Shipmate inputs to: ‘Nita Parry e: mauryplace@aol.com Website: www.rv.usnachapters.net Facebook: USNA RV CHAPTER

MORE BENEFITS TO RV LIVING!

Due to COVID, more people than ever have been forced to work remotely. You might have worked remotely so long that you’re now dreaming of trading fluorescent office lighting for sunrises and sunsets by creating your “digital nomad” lifestyle exploring your state or heading across this amazing country? Might be that you used quarantine time to watch documentaries about “digital nomads” who live plus work safely from an RV that is now their “New Office” location. Some turned their RV into an on-site/backyard business sanctuary or actually had those wheels rolling along the road to work and travel simultaneously. The pandemic creating an increase in remote workers has encouraged many to take up the “digital nomad” or “work from anywhere” lifestyle.

Working from an RV isn’t a new concept but has become increasingly popular. Technology makes it possible for “digital nomads” to work from remote locations while staying connected to their livelihoods. Full time RVers and weekend warrior RVers have found ways to have the best of both worlds — jobs that allow flexibility to combine a work and travel lifestyle. If you have stable internet connections, it’s possible to work from the road and/or your own backyard or both. Working from the road isn’t always as glamorous as the media portrays, but once you find a work-travel balance, being a “digital nomad” becomes your new norm. As with any new situation, it might take time to work out the kinks.

Organizing your RV work space is key to finding harmony between

your working and living space as your “rig” might be used for both purposes. However, do allow yourself to enjoy this flexible work and living lifestyle by having your office window facing the great outdoors — plus this avoids glare on your work site.

Set realistic work and travel expectations. It’s hard to balance work and play plus travel time, especially for newbie RVers. It’s imperative to set aside dedicated work hours as working without structure directly conflicts with why you probably set your dream in motion in the first place. Plan for dedicated travel days and workdays, balancing work time and free time for sightseeing, hiking and other activities of your dreams. This lifestyle flexibility is awesome!

Here is a first-hand testimonial from USNA ’72 Tim Hallihan’s spouse Vanessa, proving that this remote working model honestly works. “WFRV - Love it/Love it/ Love it!!!! I have “Zoomed” from the International Peace Gardens in ND, watched hot air balloons being launched in Eastern Ohio while collaborating on “Microsoft Teams” and enjoyed the green flash in Key West FL while “webexing” with colleagues. The hiring interview was a little noisy on the road during a thunderstorm (thank goodness for the mute button) but no one seemed to notice or be bothered. I’ve been putting in 40 hours a week and enjoying the RV lifestyle at the same time. The Alabama white BBQ sauce came off my computer keys easily, Shiloh/Gettysburg National Battlefields both provided much needed introspection and reflection for a white paper I had to draft, the dog is still by my side, and the USNA flag is flying high on our flag pole. We’ve met new friends while social distancing outdoors and look forward to seeing our USNA RV Chapter friends at Watts Bar, TN later this year. WFRV has been the best experience this year and looks to be “new normal”.

Yet another benefit is that RVing is less expensive — as well as safer — than other travel methods, including private auto travel. Consider — when traveling by RV, you already have a place to sleep, thus no hotel conditions. You sleep in your own bed plus no worry about buying airline tickets. You can either prepare food on your RV or serve that “to-go meal” you picked up or those “leftovers” you brought from home. In other words, your home and “new office” now has wheels!

Some folks are more than happy to live the “at home” lifestyle. For some others, there’s nothing better than the open road! RVing is perfect for folks still wanting to travel where you don’t have to use public restrooms. Given your choice of RV, you can shower, cook, sleep as well as work. The “digital nomad” lifestyle of working remotely and traveling can take some adjusting, but it’s totally doable and absolutely worth your efforts.

Go to RV.USNAchapter.net to see how to join the RV fun.

Rhode Island

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT Stuart Craig ’86, USN (Ret.) e: sbcraig@1986.usna.com

Rhode Island Chapter

Pres: CAPT Mike Junge ’90, USN (Ret.) e: michael.junge@usnwc.edu Sec’y: COL Paul Muller ’88, USMC (Ret.) p: 401-248-3405; e: usmctanker@cox.net Treas: CAPT Conrad Donahue ’73, USN (Ret.) p: 401-302-9406 ; e: cdonahue@cox.net

South Carolina

BGO Area Coordinator: CAPT A.J. Olsen e: Aljolsen_1920@yahoo.com

Central Savannah River Area

(Aiken, SC; Augusta, GA; and surrounding areas) Pres: LtCol Dave Smith ’73, USMC (Ret.) e: dsmith708@atlanticbb.net Sec'y: Bob Van Buren ’63 e: bobjanvb@aol.com Website: http://csra.usnachapters.com

Charleston Chapter

Pres: CDR Rick Stein ’82, USNR (Ret.) 784 Preservation Pl., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 p: 843-856-6591; w: 843-557-7021 e: USNA_AA_Charleston@Comcast.net Website: www.RickSteinOnline.com

On Monday Frebruary15, 2021, The Charleston Chapter held its Monthly Luncheon. Our Speaker was “Fuzzy” Knight ’53, who gave a wonderful presentation on the Civil War Battle of Corpus Christi.

In Attendance were: Max Hill ‘51, Fuzzy Knight ‘53, Jim Flatley ‘56, Curt Holcomb ‘61, John Common ‘64, John Nuernberger ‘64, Bernie Magdelain ‘67, Wayne Wilson ‘67, Tom Gillespie ‘69, Gary Maxwell ‘69, Jim Beltz ‘73, Bill Konrad ‘75, Dave Shimp ‘76, Mark Galloway ‘77, Bob Kennedy ‘77, Greg Shore ‘84, Andrew McMarlin ‘91, and Paul Mallory ’10. The Charleston Chapter meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 12 Noon in Mount Pleasant. No reservation required.

Rick Stein ’82, Charleston Chapter President

Low Country Chapter

Pres: Tom Anderson ’60 2 Oyster Ct., Okatie, SC 29909 p: 843-987-0121 e: tommanderson2@gmail.com Sec’y: Doug Ogden ’67 424 B.B. Sams Dr., Dataw Island, SC 29920 p: 843-838-0077 e: DouglassOgden@gmail.com

Palmetto Chapter

Pres: Jerry Pilewski ’97 e:palmettousna@usna.com Sec’y: Suzanne Hopper e: hoppermomx6@gmail.com Vice Pres: Mike Epprecht ’65 e: mike.epprecht65@gmail.com Treas: “Mac” Mclain ’69 BGO Area Coord: Al Olsen ’72 e: aljolsen_1920@yahoo.com

South Carolina Midlands Chapter

Pres: Craig Augenstein ’87 4847 Furman Ave., Columbia, SC 29206 p: 803-309-3060 e: Craigaugenstein@gmail.com Sec’y: Chuck Tebrich ’66 e: chuckteb@gmail.com Website: www.usnasc.org

South Dakota

Send Shipmate input to: Nathan CW Smith ‘98 e: nathancwsmith@outlook.com Blue & Gold Area Coordinator: Sharon Holt ’00 p: 605-390-3430; e: holtsharonl@aol.com

EXPLORE & LISTEN

To Compelling Topics Online www.usna.com/podcasts

CHAPTER NEWS Spain

BGO Area Coordinator: Wes Trubeville e: bgoarea501coordinator@gmail.com Rota Chapter

Pres: Michael Carsley ’88 e: michael.carsley@eu.navy.mil Vice Pres: Ryan Eilerman Treas: Cassidy Masey ’06 e: cassidy.a.massey@gmail.com Sec’y: Dustin Cunningham

Tennessee

Chattanooga Chapter

Pres: Richard “Scott” Jones ’00 9935 Penneywood La., Ooltewah, TN 37363 p: 804-363-3589; e: rsjones23@hotmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard Cataldi ’69, USN (Ret.) p: 865-966-4677; e: cdrcataldi@tds.net

Knoxville-Oak Ridge Chapter

Pres: Kristen Daniel ’02 e: kristenandwesley@gmail.com. Sec’y-Treas: CAPT Mark Kohring ’73, USNR (Ret.) e: mark_kohring@mac.com Website: http://k-or.usnachapters.net/ BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Richard Cataldi ’69, USN (Ret.) p: 865-966-4677; e: cdrcataldi@tds.net

Memphis Chapter

Pres: Henry W. Papa Jr. ’86 p: 907-244-7492; e: hankpapa@aol.com BGO Area Coordinator: CDR Paul Schuhlein ’85, USN (Ret.) p: 901-751-2225; e: pschuhlein@yahoo.com

Nashville Chapter

Pres: CDR John F. Ohlinger ’69, USN (Ret.) 880 Lakemont Dr., Nashville, TN 37220-2124 h: 615-370-1441; w: 615-594-7628 e: john.ohlinger@usna.1969.com BGO Area Coordinator: Thomas Forsythe ’79 e: tom_forsythe@kyzen.com

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CHAPTER NEWS Texas

Alamo Chapter

Pres: CAPT Ron A. Sandoval ’81, USN 18010 Keystone Blf., San Antonio, TX 78258-3436 Please send Shipmate Submissions and all correspondences to: Sec’y: Dave Driskell ’63 P.O. Box 461564, San Antonio, TX 78246-1564 e: info@alamogoats.org Website: http://www.alamo.usnachapters.com Facebook: Alamo Chapter NAAA BGO Area Coordinator: Dave Driskell ’63 p: 210-275-4011; e: daved@frand.com

Austin Chapter

Pres: Brad Holbrook ’06 p: 410-718-8839; e: bradley.holbrook@gmail.com Treas: Kevin Windbigler ’86 p: 512-923-5010; e: hans2886@austin.rr.com Shipmate Contact: CDR Don McAlister ’63, USNR (Ret.) p: 512-365-7068; e: don.mcalister@austin.rr.com Website: Austin.usnachapters.com BGO Area Coordinator: Dave Driskell ’63 p: 210-275-4011; e: daved@frand.com

North Texas Chapter

Pres: Clif Colbert ‘09 e: pres@usnaaa-ntx.com Sec’y: Frankie Delgado ’95 e: secy@usnaaa-ntx.com Website: www.usnaaa-ntx.com BGO Area Coordinator: Tom Eschenbrenner p: 972-740-4060 e: eschenbrenner@gmail.com

As we continue to operate in a virtual world in the North Texas region, one of the silver linings is the ability to attend events and connect with others from outside of our region. Recently our alumni had the opportunity to attend a two day conference starting February 9th, titled “Women in Combat” hosted by the TriService Nursing Research Program. The program focused on disseminating new research and evidence based practice efforts as well as focusing on future research and policy needs related to servicewomen.

The Alumni Association and Foundation recently hosted a Know the Ropes event featuring Jennifer Swanson ‘90 hosting an explorer event aimed at kids to differentiate those exploring both space and the ocean’s depths. She answered the question on who is the ultimate explorer, the astronaut or the aquanaut.

On February 2nd, Christian Espinosa led a round table discussion on Cyber Security and why we are losing the cyberwar. Christian is the Managing Director of Cerberus Sentinel, and an Air Force Academy grad. Christian has written a book called The Smartest Person in the Room: The Root Cause and New Solution for Cybersecurity, which

launched on February 2nd. His book arms technical leaders with a 7-Step Secure Methodology to address how a high IQ, common with highly technical staff, is a lost superpower when effective communication, true intelligence, and self-confidence are missing.

Visit our North Texas Alumni page for upcoming virtual events. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Congrats to all the class of ‘21 as they head to the fleet!

Semper Fidelis-LIVE IT!

Colonel Frankie P. Delgado, USMCR Reserve GCE Mentor RA, Career Management Team

Texas Gulf Coast Chapter

Pres: Bill Pritchett ’01 Vice Pres: Jordan Mack ‘08 Sec’y: John Augusto ’02 e: m020234@2002.usna.com Treas: Rich Bulger ’69 e: rlbulger69@gmail.com Website: txgulfcoast.usnachapters.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ USNAAATxGC/ Email: txgulfcoast.usnachapters@gmail.com BGO Area Coodinator: Rick Mawdsley e: rmawdsley@gmail.com

That was quite the winter storm that blew through Texas. Many in the Houston-area were without power and water for several days. Hopefully, you all didn’t suffer too many burst pipes and could enjoy the snow. I know some class of ‘37 and ‘39 kids that did.

An attempted likeness of polar explorer Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd, class of 1912 By the time this prints, the idea of snow in Houston will sound preposterous again. We’ll be back to the heat and humidity that we’re used to. If vaccination rates continue to increase, we will hopefully have resumed our monthly in-person luncheons. We all look forward to seeing each other again to share sea stories. Stay tuned to the chapter website (http://txgulfcoast. usnachapters.net/) and social media pages for any updates.

Stay Safe.

United Kingdom

BGO Area Coordinator: Wes Turbeville ’01 e: bgoarea501coordinator@gmail.com United Kingdom Chapter

Pres: Tim Fox ’97 e: timfox97@hotmail.com Vice Pres: Cody Nissen ’11 e: cnissen.mba2018@london.edu Sec’y: Lisa Aszklar Wife, Henry ’81 e: lisa.aszklar@gmail.com Board of Directors: Tony Cox ’89 e: tony.cox@gboutdoorfires.co.uk Chris Robinson ’98 email: naples98@gmail.com

Greetings from the UK Chapter, where we are just about to finish two complete months in the current lockdown — where has the time gone?!

The gradual reopening of life in England is now underway, as laid out by the prime minister. Beginning with schools on 8 March, the British government has outlined a multistage plan to transition to back to life as we knew it, before COVID became such a driving force. By 21 June, virtually all activities will be allowed to go forward without restrictions: hospitality venues will be fully open, international travel will be allowed, restrictions on large gatherings will be lifted, and we can all get our hair trimmed again, go to the gym, and have a proper day of shopping.

It’s been a long past couple of months.

As of this writing, the Academy is still drawing up the brigade’s summer activities schedule in the face of all the uncertainty that rode in with COVID, so we have no concrete news of any sponsored travel plans. As always, though, the chapter stands at the ready to welcome groups of mids who have the chance to explore post-graduation educational opportunities and British culture.

In the meantime, please consider updating your contact info at usna.com. It’s fast, it’s easy, and it helps your classmates find you!

Until next time, stay safe, get your COVID jab, and GO NAVY!

Utah

Intermountain Alumni Chapter

Pres. Robert Allen ’67 e: ba@robertallen.org Vice Pres. Ryam Merrell ’00 e: ryanmerrell@yahoo.com Treas. Mike Hester ’69 e: mikehester46@gmail.com Sec'y Tabeetha Moesinger ’91 e: tabeetha@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: Darrin Briggs ’03 e: Darrin.Briggs@gmail.com

Virginia

Central Virginia Chapter

Pre: Bill Murray ’83 e: whmurray34@gmail.com Vice Pres: Ty Schieber ’87 e: ty.schieber@gmail.com Sec’y: Ed Borger ’80 e: ed.borger@honeywell.com Treas: Steve Hill ’74 e: swhill74@cstone.net BGO Area Coordinator: Don Aldridge e: n774pk@gmail.com

Hampton Roads Chapter

Pres: Renee Reedy ‘81 e: reedy81@usnahampton roads.com h: 757-312-8969; w: 757-328-0030 Website: www.usnahamptonroads.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ USNAHamptonRoads BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR David Lannetti ’81, USN (Ret.) p: 757-423-8602; e: dlannetti81@gmail.com

As I write this in late February, a return to some sense of “normalcy” has not happened yet, but we in Hampton Roads remain hopeful that sometime this summer or early in the fall we will be able to resume the momentum and proactive efforts

and events that have propelled us to Distinguished Chapter status in three of the last four years.

At our February Board of Directors meeting, exploring future events were a main topic of discussion. With warmer weather not too far away, we kicked around tentative plans to try to conduct some outdoor events such as walking or biking the trails in some local parks; a return venture to downtown Norfolk’s Elizabeth River Trail; perhaps a summer picnic; and eventually a happy hour or two at local venues with outdoor facilities. And of course, we are all hoping that come September, we will be able to gather again for some serious Navy football watching! It remains to be seen if local safety restrictions and considerations will allow us to revive our annual “live” Plebe Recognition Dinner in early June for our local members of the Class of 2025; but we fully intend to recognize those incoming Plebes and NAPsters in some appropriate fashion. Anyone having some ideas for future virtual or “live” events should consider contacting our Events Chair Al Ponessa ’68 or Chapter President Renee Reedy ’81. All ideas are welcome!

One important action we were able to complete at that Board meeting was the unanimous reelection of our current dedicated and hard-working Chapter Trustee, Mark Rupprecht ’76. “Rup” will serve for three more years as our representative to the USNAAA Board of Trustees.

The speaker at our February Networking Breakfast was Neil McNulty, the founder and CEO of MMG Leaders, a leading human capital consulting firm. Neil’s thoughts and approaches to searching for and finding employment for transitioning service members are indeed unique, but they have proven to be highly effective. For March, our Breakfast Coordinator Adam Kinnear ’94 hoped to have our Chapter Trustee discuss current initiatives and projects at USNA; and also invited to speak were the three candidates for the Mid-Atlantic Region Trustee position: Vince Balderrama ’78, Gregory Glaros ’86, and Julianna Vida ’94.

Please stay safe and healthy out there, and as the uncertain way ahead continues to develop, continue to check our website and Facebook page for information on Chapter initiatives and events as well as USNA news and updates. Dick Enderly ‘71

Quantico Area Chapter

Pres: Philip Salinas ’82 e: ne14soccer@comcast.net Vice Pres: John Keenan ’81 e: john.keenan2@usmc.mil Treas: Ron Diefendbach ’00 e: QACUSNAAAtreasurer@ yahoo.com Sec’y: Melanie Salinas ’09 e: Melanie.Salinas.18@gmail.com BGO Area Coordinator: James Ripley e: James.M.Ripley@gmail.com Website: http://usnaalumniquantico.com

The Quantico Area Chapter (QAC) held its monthly virtual breakfast Jan. 8 with guest speaker Franz J. Sedelmayer. Mr. Sedelmayer was a German security consultant and CEO of a U.S.-based multinational asset recovery company, and he also authored “Welcome to Putingrad: The Incredible Story of the Only Man to Collect Money from Vladimir Putin.” He spoke about his experiences in Russia, his perspective and personal interactions with Vladimir Putin, and more particularly, his lawsuit with the Federation of Russia. He also answered several questions from participants about his experiences in Russia and thoughts on the U.S.-Russia relationship. The 23 members in attendance thought the presentation to be extremely interesting and also entertaining!

The Quantico Area Chapter (QAC) held its quarterly council meeting virtually Jan. 11. The chapter council members reviewed the financial report, provided updates on the various committees, reviewed the activities calendar, discussed old and new items of business, and spoke about actions to continue to grow membership. It was also noted the chapter added 4 members since the last meeting as part of the efforts of the President and membership committee. The chapter also spoke about planning efforts for a upcoming breakfasts, a virtual history lesson on the Battle of Chancellorsville, and an upcoming golf outing.

QAC members and family also participated in an Army Navy Basketball watch party Jan. 23 at a local brewery. The participants cheered on Navy to a great win!

The chapter also held its February monthly virtual breakfast, Feb. 5 with Vice Adm. Robert Sharp serving as the guest speaker. VADM Sharp serves as the Director of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). He spoke about his personal experiences and naval career, particularly his time in Desert Storm, which helped shape his interest in geospatial and intelligence and guided his path to the NGA. He spoke of the capabilities NGA provides, and the current great-power competition and how geospatial-intelligence matters, as stated in the NGA motto – “Know the Earth. Show the Way. Understand the World.”

The chapter intends to continue its virtual breakfast series until it is safe to reunite in person when it will resume its in-person breakfasts. The Chapter encourages all alumni in our area to join the Chapter. Please visit http://usnaalumni quantico.usnachapters.net/ for more information about the Chapter.

Richmond Chapter

Pres: Michael Metzger ’89 e: michael.metzger@1989.usna.com Sec’y: Matt Laser ’97 e: lasermatthew@gmail.com Website: http://richmond.usnachapters.net BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR David Lannetti ’81, USN (Ret.) p: 757-423-8602; e: dlannetti81@gmail.com

Shenandoah Valley Chapter

Pres: David McLellan ’73 p: 540-722-2060; e: dcmclmd@earthlink.net Sec’y: LCDR Grayson Redford ’63, USN (Ret.) p: 540-662-6142 BGO Area Coordinator: James Ripley e: James.M.Ripley@gmail.com

Quantico Area Chapter: VADM Robert Sharp serving as the guest speaker for the February monthly breakfast. He spoke about his personal experiences and naval career, as well as his time currently serving as Director of the NGA.

Quantico Area Chapter: QAC members and family participate in an Army Navy Basketball watch party Jan. 23 at a local brewery.

Quantico Area Chapter: QAC members participate in a monthly, virtual breakfast speakers series.

Virginia Peninsula Chapter

(formerly the Williamsburg Chapter) Pres: Ben Francisco ’73 p: 757-784-0786 e: roger.benton.francisco@gmail.com Vice Pres: Kathleen Jabs ’88 e: kjabs@aol.com BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR David Lannetti ’81, USN (Ret.) p: 757-423-8602; e: dlannetti81@gmail.com Website: vapeninsula.usnachapters.net

Washington

BGO Area Coordinator: LCDR Michael Beard ’00, USNR e: m-mikebe@microsoft.com

Hanford/Tri-Cities Chapter

Pres: CAPT Edward Schwier ’69, USN (Ret.) 1196 Brentwood Ave., Richland, WA 99352-8540 h: 509-627-7288; w: 509-372-0176 e: Edward_G_Ed_Schwier@rl.gov; eschwier@charter.net; egschwier@aol.com Website: http://hanford.usnachapters.com

Puget Sound Chapter

Pres: Linda Postenrieder ’82 e: usnaaa.psc@gmail.com Corr Sec’y: Chris Bajuk ’04 e: chrisbajuk@gmail.com Website: http://pugetsound.usnachapters.net

Puget Sound Chapter Speaker Series continues to the cornerstone of our Chapter connection. In February, our Trustee, Dwight Fontilla ‘88, was able to schedule his classmate VADM Mary Jackson ‘88 USN (Ret.), Mary last served as the 6th Commander, Navy Installations Command from March 2017 to May 2020, where she led the Navy’s shore enterprise comprised of more than 53,000 personnel at 10 Navy Regions and 71 installations around the world. She led us through her Naval journey and shed light on the importance of our base and shore facility commanders. Extremely interesting and educational.

PSC again partnered with the Parents Club of WA to boost morale in the Yard by sending our Mids a care package for the non-spring break. Congrats to our newest graduates for making it to graduation, we’re proud of you class of 2021!

Puget Sound Plebe Welcome event for the class of 2025 will be happening in May. Look for details of that event later this in a future Shipmate edition.

Washington, DC Area

Greater Washington Chapter:

Pres: Luis Martinez ’01 e: president@usnagwc.org Vice Pres: Anthony Calandra '88 e: vicepresident@usnagwc.org Sec’y: Crysta Gonzalez '18 e: secretary@usnagwc.org Treas: Jennifer Shaar '92 e: treasurer@usnagwc.org Outreach & Engagement: Heidi Lenzini '95 e: outreach@usnagwc.org Diversity & Inclusion: Alberto Ramos '10 e: diversity@usnagwc.org Trustee: Fred Latrash '87 e: trustee@usnagwc.org Website: www.usnagwc.org

Shipmates,

I hope that 2021 is off to a great start and that you and your families are healthy and safe.

We were excited to see 40 of our members in attendance at February’s chapter meeting. Thank you all for the great feedback! We are working on many of your proposals, including a future event at a vineyard and other social events that will adhere to current COVID guidelines.

Puget Sound Chapter: VADM Mary Jackson ‘88, USN (Ret.)

Our online events have been a great way to connect with our members, so if you’ve missed out so far, check out the past events, which are located on the membersonly section of the GWC website.

The anti-racist resilience circle Feb. 1 led by Alberto Ramos ’10 was a huge success! Thank you to all who participated and shared your thoughts and experiences. The conversations were very engaging and left many of us with ideas for future events. We had more than 30 members of classes ranging a half century from the 70s to 2018. Additionally, it was a great collaboration between the chapter and the Naval Academy Minority Association (NAMA), with special thanks to Trish Neville ’97 and Kaila Julia ‘12. We look forward to hosting additional events with them and other affinity groups.

Dr. Jill Rough ‘96 led a discussion Feb. 24 on “The State of America’s Civil-Military Divide.” The conversations were deep and thought-provoking with 30 participants who were eager to jump into the dialog or drop comments into the chat. We are so proud, as so many of you are, to host this Policy Series. The recording will be available in the members-only section, along with other events. Be sure to catch up on the conversation and be ready to participate at the next event.

It has been a productive year thus far.

Jill is also working on another midshipman candidate evening mid-April in order to assist USNA with their recruiting efforts. By the time this is printed, the event will likely have occurred, so check out our Facebook page to see how it went! The”Red Beach Radio” podcast is live! Be sure to subscribe by navigating to iTunes on Apple (https:// podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ red-beach-radio/id1552796028). The show will be available in other podcast distribution services (e.g. Pandora, Spotify, etc.) over the course of the next month. Many thanks to Sean Papso ’08 for recording the sessions!

The chapter is exploring the possibility of hosting several pool (aka billiards) teams throughout our area to play in the amateur pool players league (https://poolplayers. com/). I was introduced to the league while in flight school and loved playing. Be on the lookout for an email or survey to identify membership interest.

We have secured a partnership with Freedom Boat Club (https://www. freedomboatclub.com/) and they will be extending a discount to our members. We are formalizing the agreement to ensure you can make the most of the partnership.

The next career transition event will explore employment in higher education. Our panelists will discuss their experience in working for these organizations and answer your questions. Registration information will be available soon.

We have recently partnered with the Society of West Point DC and Corporate Gray (https://www. corporategray.com/) to help greatly enhance our Transition Program. You will find many more opportunities to not only learn how to conquer the challenges faced in a transition but also find employment opportunities. We will create a section on our site to share all this information.

We will continue our popular bike rides this year. Please be sure to thank Lt. Col. Kate Murray ‘00 for all her great work coordinating these events and hosting them.

Don’t forget about our mentorship program! We are very excited about this effort. Sign up on our website to either be a mentor or mentee in our new program. (https://usnagwc.org/ Mentorship-Program)

Finally, we are posting videos to the USNA GWC YouTube channel (USNA GWC). Be sure to subscribe to the channel and share with alumni.

Go Navy! Beat Army! Crush COVID!

Semper Fidelis, Luis Martinez, USNA ‘01 President, USNA GWC

Wisconsin

BGO Area Coordinator: James Coulson e: navyair@sbcglobal.net

Wisconsin Chapter

Pres: Timothy Mahoney ’10 e: mahoney@2010.usna.com At Large: Chris Adams ’75 p: 414-553-0982 Website: http://wisconsin.usnachapters.net/ WISNAPA Co Presidents: Andy and Laura Kittleson e: kittleson5@yahoo.com Website: http://wisconsin.usnaparents.net/ BGO Coordinator: CAPT James Coulson ’77, USN (Ret.) e: Navyair@sbcglobal.net

USNA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

We are available and working remotely. For updates contact us at www.usna.com/covid-19