USAFA Way of Life Alumni Group

Our own Col Will Gunn, USAFA '80, agreed to appear and testify at the Senate Committee on the Judiciary hearing on "How the Administration's Failed Detainee Policies Have Hurt the Fight Against
Terrorism: Putting the Fight Against Terrorism on Sound Legal Foundations" scheduled for Wednesday, July 16,2008, at 10:00 a.m. in room 226 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building. We are not yet sure if the hearing will be carried by C-SPAN. Let's wish Col Gunn the very best.

Are you interested in helping put on a catered tailgate party before the Air Force vs Utah football game on 20 Sep 08? Hap Hairston and a few others are looking for help. This would be a great "stress relief" for the cadets and a way for you to support WOL activities and eat BBQ at the same time. Email Hap at mrcph@msn.com if you want to help or have ideas to make the event a great time for all.

Richard Hall
WOL President
954-559-8039

WOL Membership Chair James McReynolds will attend the Tuskegee Airmen Inc National Convention, 17-19 July, at the Downtown Marriott in Philadlphia. If you know WOL members or potential members who plan to attend the convention let them know WOL will gather Friday for dinner or after dinner (details will be announced via the Military Affairs Committee at the convention).

As you can imagine, much of our plans depend on who we can count on and what resources we have. One way to let us know we can count on you is by paying your dues. Click on the "About Us" section for a membership application. Like Nike says .......... "JUST DO IT"

Richard Hall
WOL President
rph147532@aol.com

I am a strong advocate for WOL involvement in TAI National Conventions. Not only can we pay tribute to a wonderful legacy but we can also learn the DO's and Don'ts as WOL prepares for an eventual WOL National Convention.
This year the 37th Annual TAI Convention will be held 17-20 July 2008 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown (Philadelphia, PA).

The Air and Space Museum hosts a "Family Day" event in February - Black History Month each year and WOL is has become a regular. On 9 Feb 08 Way of Life Alumni AF Academy grads manned an information table and spoke with museum visitors about the "Academy Experience". WOL members brought a wealth of knowledege and experience to the event. Visitors, especially students and parents interested in the Air Force Academy, spent lots of time with our grads talking about everything from the Academy to life on active duty to transitioning to the civilian workforce.

WOL will lead in planning a "SUPER REUNION" of AF, Navy, West Point, Coast Guard, and Merchant Marine Academy graduates. Initial plans are for Feb 2010 in Miami, FL or possibly make the "SUPER REUNION" in conjunction with a Tuskegee Airmen, Organization of Black Airline Pilot type convention. This is a first ever such reunion and sure to be "INCREDIBLE."

We are in the process of upgrading our website. Don't you love the new, streamlined, look and feel? Until the migration is complete, please visit our existing website by clicking HERE. If you have any questions or concerns, just email me.

- Janine

This is a forum for people interested in participating in the Way of Life's Air Force Pilot Development Committee. Please respond to this forum with your name, e-mail, aircraft flown and additional pertinent information so that we can establish a mentoring network. Thank you.

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