Every Friday the Fork Union Military Faculty and Staff meet to nominate a few who have exceeded the standards and demonstrated superlative performance. Whilst we have various awards and recognitions - a simple "Well Done!" we hope, is also appreciated. The combination of the Bravo and Zulu nautical signal flags, i.e., Bravo Zulu, also referred to as "BZ," is a naval signal, typically conveyed by flag hoist or voice radio, meaning "Well Done" with regard to actions, operations or performance.

The following are the Bravo Zulu awards for this week:

Cadet Captain Jonathan Farmer is a senior and fifth-year cadet in Alpha Company. He is a day student from Scottsville, VA. As Drum Major of the Fork Union Military Academy Band, Farmer led the band to first place in the Fork Union Day Parade. Bravo Zulu, Cadet Farmer! 

Cadet Captain Nicholas Willis is a junior and second-year cadet in Bravo Company. He is a boarding student from Ellicott City, MD. Cadet Willis recently offered mentoring to a cadet within his company. He showed a nurturing leadership style and was a great benefit to his peer. Bravo Zulu, Cadet Willis! 

Cadet Captain Clayton Rosen is a senior and third-year cadet in Charlie Company. He is a boarding student from Chicago, Il. Rosen personally organized and led a leadership training class for his non-commissioned officers and squad leaders. In doing so, he is a tremendous asset to his TAC Officer and company. Bravo Zulu, Cadet Rosen! 

Mrs. Brynn Welch and Mrs. Maggie Gaeth worked closely with COL Goad to revise the master teaching schedule for Terms 2-5. Both teachers have not only been willing to adjust their own schedules but have also been willing to take on additional tasks to support the academic mission of the Academy. We appreciate their flexibility and dedication. Bravo Zulu, Mrs. Welch and Mrs. Gaeth!

Go FUMA!

Colonel David L. Coggins, USMC (Ret.)
President
Fork Union Military Academy