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PAUL HUGHES TRACY
of Newton received a Bachelor of Science degree in Management on May 28
from the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Paul was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Air Force upon
finishing in the Academy’s fiftieth graduating class. He is shown with
President George W. Bush, who was the commencement speaker. The
commander-in-chief told Tracy, “Congratulations son, I’m
sure your family’s proud. Good luck in the future.”
While attending the Academy, Tracy earned his jump badge with 5 solo
freefall jumps, earned glider wings, played intramural rugby, and was a DJ
for KAFA—the Academy radio station. He was on the Commandant’s List for
military achievement (5 semesters) and Dean’s List (6 semesters).
In 2006, Paul was a
cadet training officer for enlisted personnel training at Lackland Air
Force Base, Texas. He was honored as top
squadron commander in the Academy’s 2007 Basic Cadet Training. He then
served as Deputy Group Commander in the Fall of 2007.
Tracy will report
for pilot training at Laughlin AFB, Texas in August. He asks for your
prayers as he begins active duty service.
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