Virginia Military Institute - Bomb Yearbook (Lexington, VA)

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YONU RtSOLVK TO BE slrONE VA ' JACkSON LOW-RIDER MADMAN Unauthorized worn- Overindulgence of an and booze fire water MAC MOOSE Unauttiorized tour of Anti-eloquence to a National Historic tacs uptown District witfi a female SPEED-REED PROMAJII Unauttiorized cfieer- Bad-mouttiing tfie leader in hay zookeeper HARRY G. Pitching practice from Scott Shipp Hall and unauthor- ized post-taps fun in Stanton DUSTY BUD Experimenting with SNI cocktail hour everdear fuel substi- tute BUBBA QUIMBY IV Unhappy happy- Drinkin ' and tran- hour sportin ' BEEF ' ANGEL MUIR Watering West Point Under the influence Too much skull of spirits and un- authorized flagpole acrobatics ROB CRABMAN SOJU NORDICHI 2-time loser, alcohol Entertaining females Victim of a taste tor Malicious assault of in barracks in barracks cheap wine a Tac with a motor vehicle

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Stephen Crist Yancey Trang Waynesboro, Virginia CE-Army-Engineers ASCE 3. 2, 1; Hop and Floor 4, 3. 2, 1: Class Treasured 2, 1; Kangaroo 1; Posit Committee 1; Pvt. 4, 3, 2, 1; Ring Figure Committee 2 I really don ' t ttiink I could have made it without my parents and my family behind me. Mom was always there to give me encouragement and love. Dad was always there with his love and sometimes a little kick in the rear-end when I needed it. Oh, Dad, I know that the car is worn out from the trip to Lexington, but I think it was worth it. Mom and Dad, thank you both. You were always understanding to all my needs. I couldn ' t have done it without y ' all. Also, thanks to my brother and sister-in-law. They were always there when I needed them. THANKS. At VMI, you really learn to appreciate the small things in life that most people take for granted. Friendship is one of those things. I ' ve gained many friends through my 4 years here. You guys know who I ' m talking about. I just want to thank you all. I really needed your support, THANKS. DYKES 1978: Bob Longwell 1984 : Steve Hiller James William Yonts Jr. Hunts Needlenose Marion, Va. Ce-Army CE Cross country 4, 3, 2, 1; Indoor track 4, 3. 2. 1; Out door track 4. 3, 2. 1; SAME 4, 3, 2, 1; ASCE 4, 3, 2, 1: Pvt. 4, 3, 2, 1 Jimmy came to VMI not really knowing what was in store for him. He wasn ' t used to the military atmo- sphere, but adjusted well as his demerit record showed a big 0 at the end of rat year. Cross country kept Jimmy going as he showed everyone how fast a little guy can run. The Citadel trip, 3rd class year will never be forgotten as we guzzled three pitchers of beer after returning from the meet, thus straggling back to bar- racks. Jimmy has been a dedicated runner and has always given his best in every race. Academically, it was tough for him the first two years, but he has proven to himself that he could make the grades to become a civil engineer. It ' s been a long 4 years for him, but he ' s finally made it!! and, of course how could I leave out Kay? A special thanks to Kay as she has stayed with Jimmy all these years, though the good times and the bad times. She ' s a special girl! There is a lot of love between these two and I wish them the best of luck for the future. MKH DYKES 1978: Mike Eaton 1984: Dale Williams Glenn Richard Zaramba Z, Zee-ro, Bignose Reading, Massachusetts History- Army-Infantry Ranger Platoon 4; Tanker Platoon 3, 2, 1 (TC): AUSA 4, 3, 2, 1; Treasurer 1; Orienteering Club 2, 1: RFYL 2: Airborne School 3; VMI Summer School 3, 2: Cadet Assistant 1; Baldwin Raid 2: Rat Training 3; Barracks Sniper 2. 1; First Lieutenant 1; Sergeant 2: 105th Ranking Corporal 3; Zoo Crew 4. 3, 2, 1: Fido 1; Ft. Bragg Associate Hero 1 Introducing Z, the VMI Answer to complete purity. Always proclaiming the dubious fact of his being shy, innocent and a at 25. The operative word here is dubious. Z ' s overflowing effervessence , active imagination and extensive vocabulary have provided a great source of enjoyment for me and an immense source of confusion for Earns. Somehow Z has survived the numerous submarine rooms and other attempts to defame his inimitable character. He ' s the biggest char- acter I know! Z is a true friend and a good man to have around in a tight spot. (Green M M ' s??) Smile! GAW VMI was incredibly satisfying and enjoyable exper- ience. My heartfelt thanks to those who have made it possible. For my family ' s love and support- I ' m forever grateful. AIRBORNE-ALL THE WAY!!! DYKES 1978: Mike Moore, Bob Jenvey. Marty Pendle- ton (77) 1984: Perter Watling

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jvlONVVEM.TH- OV ] Virginia Military Institute The Superintendent Lexingtom. Virginia 24450 12 January 1981 SUBJECT: Letter of Reprimand TO: Each Member of the First Class In the hour preceding BRC, 9 December 1980, a sweat party was held for new cadets by members of the Class of 1981. This ' activity was conducted in complete disregard of my instructions to your class president. His actions and yours constitute a ery grave deed of mis- conduct. Respect for authority a are cornerstones of the VMI educa history has a class been authoriz but within the regulations and un Your conduct on the morning of 9 judgment, maturity and responsibi example for the Corps of Cadets o the VMI. Your willful disregard tradition of first class leadersh sents or teaches. Your class wou part of any other subordinate cla nd responsibility for on tiori. At no time in the ed to run the Ratline in der the authority of the December demonstrated a lity. You failed to set r -For those who view you of responsible authority ip or anything that the Id net tolerate such beh sses. e ' s actions Institute ' s any fashion Superintendent. gross lack of the proper from outside is not in the Institute repre- avior on the The Class of 1981 is hereby reprimanded for its poor judgment and lack of responsible leadership which led to the unauthorized activity cf 9 Dscember. This action on my part is not to be considered as an act of leniency. No precedent of leniency for willful disregard of instructions is either inferred or intended. However, the precedent is set and main- tained by this decision that the first class is expected to exercise mature judgment and responsible leadership within the Corps of Cadets. As the leaders of the Corps you can delegate authority but not responsibility. A copy of this letter will be placed in your permanent file. If you d ' id not participate in the activity of 9 December, notify my office and this letter will be withdrawn. Richard L. Irby Lieutenant General Superintendent