Alumni Newsletter Winter 2016 Homecoming Schedule and Sign Up. Coming Events. Center for the Advancement of Security Studies

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1 April 6, 2016, 7:00 PM Alumni Newsletter Winter 2016 Homecoming Schedule and Sign Up Coming Events Center for the Advancement of Security Studies will host a panel discussion on 21 st Century National Security Challenges: From ISIS to Cyberspace Valley Forge Military Academy & College, Mellon Hall Ballroom To Register go to: Panalists Pat Meehan: Representative of the 7 th District of Pennsylvania in the United States Congress; Ethics Chairman of the subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Protection and Security Technologies. Mark Kelton: Former Deputy Director for the National Clandestine Service for Counter Intelligence. Bob McCants: VF/CSO of CSRA Inc., Former Director of Security for Information Systems and Global Solutions Lockheed Martin, Former Director of Security for Central Intelligence Agency. Dr. Antuilo Echevarria: Editor of the U.S. Army War College Quarterly; Former Director of Research U.S. Army War College. For mor information contact cassevents@vfmac.edu

2 On April 23 rd, Valley Forge will be hosting our 4 th Annual 1LT Joseph Theinert Memorial 5K Run/Walk!!!!! This annual event supports Valley Forge scholarships and the American Red Cross in memory of a fallen hero. A Valley Forge alum, 1LT Joseph Theinert C 06 TAPS, was killed in action in 2010 while serving our nation in Afghanistan. Leading his unit under hostile fire, 1LT Theinert was killed in an IED incident. This race serves as a constant reminder of his heroism and bravery in providing opportunities for future cadets. WE NEED YOU! DON T WAIT, you can register now! To register for the race, simply select the web link below. You can register as an individual or as a team of four! Runners will be electronically timed through the course that traverses the neighborhoods of Wayne. Race information, including a course map, is available through the website below. DON T MISS OUT ON THE EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION PRICE. THE EARLY BIRD PRICE EXPIRES ON MARCH 14TH Registration link: THIS IS A COMMUNTY WIDE EVENT, SO IF YOU KNOW OF SOMEONE INTERESTED IN THE RACE PASS THE INFORMATION ON!!!! MAKE A DIFFERENCE WE NEED YOU! Major Events: April 8, 2016 Spring Concert Mellon Hall Auditorium April 10, 2016 Chapel Chapel April 29, th Anniversary of ROTC Mellon Hall Auditorium April 29 May 1 Homecoming See Pages May 9, 2016 Alumni Golf Outing See Page 16 May 20, 2016 College Graduation Campus Event June 3, 2016 Academy Graduation Campus Event Please come join us at any of these great events. All are welcome. If you have interest and want to participate or just watch please contact the Office of Alumni Relations: Tom Goldblum 69, 71C Director of Alumni Relations tgoldblum@vfmac.edu

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4 Alumni News: Wesley Moore 97, 99C The release of The Work in January, to the roll out of our very first college engagement tour, to publishing my first young adult novel, This Way Home, 2015 has been a year of new ideas and bold adventures. Wes wrote to Holly Cheshire 15H recently to say that he released two books in 2015, The Work and his first young adult novel This Way Home. He reports that The Work was a NY Times Bestseller, and that This Way Home has been nominated for the 9 th Annual Teen Choice Book Awards. Class of 1960 have a Mini Reunion at the Strawberry Festival Paul W. McKenna Jr. 79C and Sean S. Condron 97 Pictured are Paul W. McKenna Jr. 79C, Liam McKenna, Sean Condron 97, and Brian Fiske 80 (SoCal Regiment of the Alumni Association). Several members of the Class of 1960 attended the annual Plant City, FL Strawberry Festival to support 18 Grammy Award winner classmate, Jimmy Sturr '60C, and his orchestra perform at this popular central Florida event. Renowned as the King of Polka, Jimmy Sturr and his orchestra have been opening day headliner performers at this annual Strawberry Festival for over 30 consecutive years. VFMA & C classmates pictured together (L to R) are, Carter Nute '60C, Chic Halsted '60, Jimmy Sturr '60C and Lee Tompkins '60. Congratulations go out to Brother Paul W. McKenna Jr., 79C whose son, Liam McKenna, earned and was presented his Eagle Scout rank at a ceremony in sponsored by the Boy Scouts of American. The Eagle Scout rank is the highest achievable in this outstanding organization and is the most difficult to earn.

5 Returning to Post Major General Harry E. Miller Jr. 78C Midshipman Niall Gallagher 15 returned to Valley Forge Military Academy and went right into the classroom to discuss with cadets the first year of life at the United States Naval Academy and how well Valley Forge Military Academy prepared him for the life of a new Midshipman. Midshipman Gallagher was the Academy Battalion Commander during his senior year and he was also the class of 2016 President. Mr. Gallagher s words of wisdom were well taken and processed by those considering a career in the armed forces and especially those considering the Service Academies. Thank you Mr. Gallagher you are a credit to Valley Forge. We wish to congratulate Major General Harry E. Miller, Jr. 78C for assuming command of the 42 nd Infantry (Rainbow) Division, New York Army National Guard, on 12 April As Division Commander, he has Alignment for Training responsibility for the 50 th Infantry Brigade Combat Team in N.J., the 86 th Infantry Brigade Combat Team in Vermont, the 197 th Fires Brigade in New Hampshire, the 26 th maneuver Enhancement Brigade in Mass., as well as the 27 th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, the 42 nd Combat Aviation Brigade and the 369 th Sustainment Brigade from N.Y. General Miller is responsible for preparing units for combat missions overseas and domestic emergencies with NY State. Major General Miller most recently served as Assistant Adjutant General Army, New York National Guard. General Miller is truly another Valley Forge Military Academy and College example of the success our graduates can achieve. Thank you for your service to our Country, you are an inspiration to us all. David Esqueda 98, 00C, Juan Santana 79, 81C and Maurice Perez 80, 82C to our Alma Mater. Our three heroes here have an incredible amount of service toward Valley Forge Military Academy and College. All three are graduates of the Academy and the College, the three have all served in the capacity as Regimental Executive Officer (2 nd Captain). Currently David Esqueda 98, 00C is the Chairman of the Alumni Board of Directors, Juan Santana 79, 81C is the Secretary of the Alumni Association and Maurice Perez 80, 82C is one of the leaders of the Miami Florida Alumni Regiment. We thank these three Amigos for their years of service and dedication

6 LTG H.R. McMaster 80 USA, COL Joseph Bartasius 81, 83C, USA (Ret.), Jeffrey Kreuer 80 On Friday January 22 nd, 2016 at the Spring Mill Country Club in Ivyland Bucks County the Central Bucks County Chamber of Commerce held a luncheon to honor on of their own, LTG H.R. McMaster 80 USA, who just happens to be one of our own also. Herbert McMaster is recognized as one of the great new army commanders of modern times. He is the Deputy Commanding General, Futures, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command and it was a great pleasure to be there and hear him speak. Representing Valley Forge Military Academy and College were COL Joseph Bartasius 81, 83C, USA (Ret.), President of the Alumni Association, Jeffrey Kreuer 80, Director, Alumni Association Board of Directors, Tom Goldblum 69, 71C, Director of Alumni Relations and a surprise guest COL John Church Jr. USMC (Ret.). Alumni Throwback Picture of the Month (A Bit of World History Made)

7 Campus Happenings Alpha Beta Gamma Business Honor Society The Alpha Beta Gamma Business Honor Society Chapter at Valley Forge Military College met in interview attire with the members of the Alumni Association Board of Directors at their February Monthly Meeting in Mellon Hall. These future business leaders had a round table discussion concerning the proper ways to go to an interview, the different career opportunities available in the community and the ways VFMA&C helped our alumni leaders to advance in the world of business, military and all other endeavors they choose for their life s work. The prospect of internships was discussed and the possibilities of alumni providing career advice to graduating cadets. The cadets were wonderful and congratulations to Cadet Sergeant Major Kumar 16C for putting this all together. Well done!!! Mid-Year Cadets take their oath and join the 88 th Corps of Cadets After the rigors of plebe training and the uphill climb to earn their cap shields these plebes have finally taken the oath to join the 88 th Corps of Cadets. In front of their parents, faculty and staff these intrepid new cadets take their place in the Long Line of Gray. On Friday afternoon, on March 4 th under the leadership of their cadet officers and overseen by Colonel William Gallagher, Commandant of Cadets these proud new members of the Corps are welcomed. Congratulations from the Alumni Association on your accomplishment.

8 40 th Annual Military School Band and choir Festival Congratulations to the VFMA&C Band - winner of the Best Prepared High School and College award at the 40th Annual Military School Band and Choir Festival. This makes their 5th consecutive win! Congratulations to the Cadets and to Bandmaster Evans on this accomplishment. COL John R. Bourgeois conducted the band, Senior Chief Mike Bayes took the Drum Majors and MAJ. Scott McKenzie took the choir. VF did extremely well taking Best prepared Academy and Best prepared College.. Congratulations to Bandmaster Phil Evans and all the winners and participants in this wonderful weekend program. Many attended and all had a great time. Bravo to all the talented musicians and Drum Majors. Well Done!!!

9 Valley Forge Military Academy & College Invites you to join us in celebration of the 2016 Alumni Homecoming Weekend Friday, April 29 - Sunday, May 1, 2016 RECONNECT WITH YOUR ALMA MATER Visit with the President of VFMA&C Dr. Stacey R. Sauchuk *** Meet and visit with the 88th Corps of Cadets *** Meet and visit with the faculty and staff of VFMA&C *** Meet and greet your former classmates and fellow Alumni For additional information, please contact: VFMA&C Alumni Office or 2016 Homecoming Chairman Tom Goldblum 69 Paul Lea IV 87, 89C Ph.D. (610) (240) tgoldblum@vfmac.edu paulmlea4@gmail.com

10 Alumni Homecoming Weekend 2016 Sequence of Events (Subject to change) SEE DRESS CODE ON NEXT PAGE Friday, April 29 12:00 p.m. Registration Meet and Greet/Networking in Sara Crawford Room, Mellon Hall Alumni merchandise will be available for sale ties, patches, coins, t-shirts, hats, etc. 12:30 a.m. March to 2nd Mess with your former cadet company Main Area 2:00 p.m. ROTC 100 Year Ceremony Mellon Hall Ballroom Cake Cutting 4:00 p.m. State of the Forge Address Mellon Hall Ballroom, AABOD General Meeting 6:00 p.m. Alumni Cocktail Reception Eisenhower Hall Raffle Silent Auction Saturday, April 30 8:00 a.m. Rehearsal Band Concert including alumni Mellon Hall, Ballroom 8:30 a.m. Registration - Meet and Greet/Networking in Sara Crawford Room, Mellon Hall Alumni merchandise will be available for sale - ties, patches, coins, t-shirts, hats, etc. 9:00 10:30 a.m. Post Visitation All Barracks open, 1 Room will be designated for inspection. Society of the Golden Sword Reception (by invitation only, details to follow.) 10:30 a.m. Dedication of Eric Fisher Wood Jr 37 Memorial LTG Gustave Perna, USA 81C Deputy Chief of Staff, G-4 and MG Walter Lord USA 84C, Advisor to Sec. of Defense for the National Guard 11:00 11:30 a.m. Manual of Arms Competition Alumni vs. Cadets Parade Field 11:30 a.m. Drill Team Demonstration Parade Field 12:00 p.m. Regimental Review 88th Corps of Cadets Parade Field Alumni March On & Salute to the Corps of Cadets Parade Field Reviewing Officers Dr. Sauchuk, COL Gallagher, LTG Perna, MG Lord, AABOD Executive Committee, Past Regimental Commanders Reunion Class Pictures behind reviewing stand immediately after the parade. 1:30 p.m. BBQ Luncheon Mellon Hall Terrace 3:30 p.m. William T. Gans, Jr. '59, '61C Memorial Band Concert Mellon Hall Ballroom 6:00 p.m. Alumni Receptions for all classes Eisenhower Hall 7:00 p.m. Alumni Dinner & Silent Auction Mellon Hall (All 5 year reunion classes will be seated together) Entertainment by the World Famous Kevin Pierce, 79, 81C (Former RC) Sunday, May 1 9:00 a.m. Alumni Breakfast Mellon Hall Rotunda 11:00 a.m. Chapel Call and Alumni Memorial Chapel Service Chapel Choir / Alumni Participation Guest Speaker, Dr. Barry Sandrew Ph.D. 66 Neuroscientist, inventor, serial entrepreneur, and pioneering film maker who invented colorization and 3D conversion of feature films. Class Representative from the 50 year reunion class of 1966 Silver TAPS Ceremony Laying of the Wreath at the Founder s grave

11 SPECIAL NOTES Dress Code Smoking The dress code for all events during Alumni Homecoming Weekend is coat and tie, or business casual. It will be strictly enforced and greatly appreciated by Staff, Faculty, Cadets and fellow Alumni. Those inappropriately dressed may be asked to change prior to participating in the events. The entire VFMA&C post is a tobacco free/non-smoking facility. Your cooperation will be appreciated by everyone. Safety and Security Inappropriate behavior or activity on the post will not be condoned or tolerated. Specified Barracks and other buildings will only be open for visitation on Saturday morning during specific times. For safety and security reasons, all Barracks are off limits to all Alumni and their visitors at all other times. Please respect the privacy of the cadets living quarters. Miscellaneous Handicapped bathroom is located in Mellon Hall, 1 st Floor. Bathrooms in Mellon Hall, Eisenhower Hall and Bower Hall (2 nd Floor). Shuttles and golf carts available all day, please be patient. Photos of the weekend can be obtained through and go to Academy or College photo and then to Photo Album on the left toolbar. Boodle Shop, Cadet Store, Museum and Library will be open at convenient times during the weekend. To register for Alumni Homecoming Weekend, please contact Tom Goldblum at: tgoldblum@vfmac.edu or call or register at: Hotels Nearby Marriott Courtyard - Devon, 762 Lancaster Ave., Radnor Hotel - Radnor, 591 East Lancaster Ave., * Homewood Suites Valley Forge, 681 Shannondell Blvd., Audubon, /index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG * Hilton Garden Inn Valley Forge, 500 Cresson Blvd., Phoenixville, * The Homewood Suites and Hilton Garden Inn are offering a complimentary round trip shuttle to VFMA&C on Friday evening for the cocktail reception. Additionally both venues will donate $5.00 rebate back to VFMA&C for each night consumed over Alumni Weekend.If you have any questions, please contact General Manager Sean Fox 96 on /index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG *If you do not pre-register, you will not have your yearbook photo on your name badge and cadet company that you were assigned.*

12 2016 Alumni Homecoming Registration Friday, April 28 - Sunday, May 1, 2016 Appropriate attire is required for all events (Coat & tie, or business casual for men; dresses or dressy slacks for women) ALL EVENTS PASSES (includes admission to all of the individual events below) Alumni Weekend Sponsor Personal Sponsorship of Alumni Homecoming Weekend ($350 per sponsor; includes All-Event Pass at $135, and a $215 contribution to the Alumni Association) # Sponsors (@$350) Total Cost: $ # Spouse/Guests (@$135) Total Cost: $ Sponsors may register via telephone directly by calling Tom General Three-Day Pass ($135 per guest / $ via EventBrite*) INDIVIDUAL EVENT RESERVATIONS: # Attending Total Cost: $ FRIDAY Afternoon Second Mess ($15 per person / $16.76 via EventBrite*) # Attending Total Cost: $ Evening Alumni Cocktail Reception ($20 per person, $30 after 4/10, additional fees on EventBrite*) (Raffle and silent auction to benefit the Alumni Association and the Forge Fund) # Attending Total Cost: $ SATURDAY Outdoor BBQ Luncheon ($25 per individual / $27.27 via EventBrite*) # Attending Total Cost: $ Alumni Cocktail Reception and Dinner includes open bar; must be 21 or older to drink) ($70 per person / $74.56 via EventBrite*) # Attending Total Cost: $ SUNDAY Alumni Breakfast Mellon Hall Rotunda ($20 per individual / $22.01 via EventBrite*) # Attending Total Cost: $ Gift to the Forge Fund to support the 88 th Corps of Cadets: $ Total Enclosed: $ To participate in the William T. Gans, Jr. 59, 61C Memorial Band Concert on Saturday afternoon, please contact Bandmaster Phil Evans by phone ( ) or by (pevans@vfmac.edu) *EventBrite is an online payment service. The slightly higher price reflects a convenience fee and is not required for anyone submitting their payments by mail. Sponsors may avoid this fee by registering by mail, or by telephoning Mr. Tom Goldblum 69, 71C, Director of Alumni Relations, at

13 To register online, please go to: Special Requirements or Needs for Homecoming Weekend: Handicap Requirements: [ ] Cadet Escort [ ] Golf Cart Method of Payment (check one): [ ] Check [ ] Visa [ ] MasterCard [ ] American Express [ ] Discover Card Number. Expiration Date: Card Verification Number: (CVN: Last three digits on the back of VISA/MC/DISC or four digits on front of AMEX) Name: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip: Country: Address: Daytime Phone: Valley Forge Class Years and Cadet Company (Be sure to include these so we can put them on your nametag): Spouse/Guest(s) Names and Relationships: Please make your check payable to VFMA&C Foundation and mail to: Valley Forge Military Academy & College Homecoming Weekend Registration Alumni Office Mellon Hall 1001 Eagle Rd. Wayne, PA If you are paying by credit card you may fax your registration and credit card information to (610) or mail it to the above address. Questions? Check out our website: contact us at (610) or tgoldblum@vfmac.edu. Open parking is available at the General & South Campus parking lots with a shuttle service running to the Main Campus. Please pre-register by Friday, April 22 nd to receive your yearbook photo ID badge. Indicate your company so we can include it on the badge.

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15 Manual of Arms Competition Corps of Cadets Vs Alumni Homecoming Weekend Saturday April 30, 2016 Parade Field All those interested in competing should contact: John JT Hughes 74, Chairman of the Forge Way Committee Tom Goldblum 69, 71C, Director of Alumni Relations