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    The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps I chose the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) as my Discourse Community Ethnography, so I could study my actions and experiences as I grow through the program, as well as uncover the difference between ROTC graduates and non-ROTC graduates of major United States (US) universities. When relating the AFROTC to John Swales’ six characteristics, I was able to uncover a considerable amount of information that intrigued my interests, along with

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    I was only nine years old, but I can almost still feel the bitter cold and the excitement in the thin air while sitting in the stands in the Rocky Mountains. The rivalry between the two Service Academies was at an all time high as the coveted Commander in Chiefs trophy was still up for grabs. Although the battle ensuing on the field between the two foes was formidable, it was the battle upon what to do with my life that was of greater consequence. The outcome of the game is now forgotten but the

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    I am Joseph Maruska, I am currently a Major in the United States Air Force. This essay will introduce you to my personal command philosophy. It will also summarize and analyze a brief interview recently conducted with a current squadron commander using my own leadership philosophy as a guide. Throughout this essay I will draw upon my own personal experiences and thoughts, lessons discussed throughout the Leadership and Command Course, as well the discussion with a current squadron commander.

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    organizational environment of Civil Engineering component of the US Air Force (USAF) is very complex and ties into the Air Force environment itself. a high-level overview of organizational environment pertaining to any AF squadron consists of the following: combinations of units/squadrons make up a Group, which are in turn combined into a Wing. Then multiples Wings form a Major Command (MAJCOM) that report directly to the Headquarters Air Force. That is pretty a high-level overview of organizational environment

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    I gave up more than I got to become a member of the United States Air Force (USAF). Have you considered what you give up to be a part of your community? Time? Hairstyles? Clothing? Individuality? It was a sense of duty that compelled me. More than that, it was a drive to find my purpose and to be a part of something larger and more than myself. The first step to becoming a part of this community was to go through the literal hurdles of military basic training. Not everyone makes it. You

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    There are so many different attributes and experiences people bring to the United States Air Force Academy. Although what makes me unique is what I bring which includes: meticulous habits, the ability to see beyond the horizon, problem solving, life experiences in leadership, and energy to the student body. My attention to detail is strong. Whether, finishing up my PowerPoint presentation for class, or conducting a pre-flight in a Cessna 172, I am assiduous in my preparation, trapping and eliminating

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    popular mind became associated with adventure and heroism. For African Americans, however, this exciting new realm of flying remained off-limits from the consequence of racial discrimination. Many African Americans displayed a keen interest in the new air age, but found themselves

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    Have you ever thought about joining the Air Force? Well , if you haven’t, just imagine the respect you’d get for serving our country, the pride you’d feel for helping keep America safe. Imagine flying all around the world and meeting so many varieties of people, seeing lots of different cultures. (Lieutenant Colonel Jerry Quincy) Although the USAFA has its disadvantages, it teaches future service men and women many qualities that they can use in their lives. It also shapes these cadets for the military

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    Porter's Five Forces is a simple but powerful tool that consist of 5 different forces to understand the competitiveness of your business environment, and for identifying your strategy's potential profitability. The five forces are degree of rivalry, threat of entry, threat of substitutions, buyer power, and supplier power. Each force is helpful in their own way to get to know your rivals a lot better and get to know what can happen in your market. Air Canada Force #1 – Degree of Rivalry The number

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    successfully capitalized on its physical environment filled with vast and rich amounts of natural resources lead the nation to be one of the world’s richest nations. Overall the Canadian Forces consist of the Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Navy, Royal Canadian Air Force, and Canada Command. All the forces together as a whole are currently ranked 14th worldwide. Canada’s military history stretches as far back as the early 1600’s, which was made up of mainly French settlers. It began when Samuel

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