Fall 2011 Bulletin

The Colorado Society held it's Spring Court belatedly on September 24, 2011 at the Eisenhower Grill located on the United State Air Force Academy's golf course (see photo). Governor Robert Walcott welcomed two new Associates residing in Colorado Springs,

Michael Orist and Dr. Matthew Bowdish, and reported to the Society about the activities and accomplishments of the 115th General Court in New York. Governor Walcott then updated the Society regarding his discussions with Air Force Acadmy officials about endowing an award, in the name of the Order, to a distinguished graduating cadet. The only academic award currently unsponsored at the academy is the Outstanding Cadet in Systems Engineering Management Award. The award is in form of a metal falcon mounted on a wooden pedestal with a bronze plaque. It is presented during an Awards Convocation in late May, a day or two prior to graduation. A healthy discussion ensued culminating in a unanimous Colorado Society vote to temporary fund the award and thereby reserve its sponsorship for the Order. Further, the Governor was directed to report to the Governor General and the General Officers of the Order regarding sponsorship of this award and seek guidance, approval and additional funding for its permanent endowment.

In other news, the Colorado Society is currently drafting its initial bylaws, under the leadership of Associate David Coward, with a goal of formal adoption at the upcoming Fall Court. Additionally, last May Colorado Governor, Colonel Robert Walcott, a West Point graduate, was honored to represent the Order and present the OFPA award for Excellence in Environmental Engineering to Cadet Taylor C. Hirschey, Class of 2011 (see photo). The award is named in honor of Lieutenant General John McNair Wright, West Point 1940, and Past Governor General of the OFPA.

Governor Robert Walcott Jr 11481 W. Asbury Court Lakewood, CO 80227 303-980-8990 E-Mail

Registrar David Barbour 6219 Trailhead Rd Highlands Ranch, CO 80130-5332 303-346-3181 E-Mail