While the Page Is Still Open

While the Page Is Still Open is a lyrical journey through memory, doubt, and personal growth. From risky adventures and quiet struggles to moments of faith and creative discovery, the collection explores how experiences both joyful and painful shape identity and resilience. These poems invite readers to reflect on their own lives as they witness the speaker’s journey of endurance, self-understanding, and the quiet power of creativity

Dr. Farid Dowla, Participant

Dr. Dowla, a research scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), has dedicated his career to advancing knowledge in signal processing, wireless communications, and radar systems since joining LLNL in 1984. His academic journey commenced at MIT, where he received his BS, MS, and PhD degrees in electrical engineering and computer science. His current research interests focus on secure communications, advanced radar systems, and sensor networks. Over his four-decade-long research career, he has contributed significantly to academia, teaching graduate courses in cyber security, wireless communications, radar technology, and machine learning at various University of California and ERAU campuses. His publication record includes research journals and conferences, along with authored books and edited volumes in his field. Dr. Dowla holds numerous patents in areas such as secure communications, radio frequency identification (RFID) systems, and ultra-wideband (UWB) technology. His contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards like the R&D 100 Winner, LLNL Engineering Technologies Division Gold Award, and IEEE Best Paper Award, among others. Moreover, he has successfully secured substantial grant support for various research projects, showcasing his impact and influence in both academia and industry.https://commons.erau.edu/avcysecworkshop-bios-2025/1015/thumbnail.jp

Andrew Recker, Participant

Drew Recker is a Cybersecurity Software Engineer Lead on multiple programs at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works. Skunk Works is the rapid capability and development for programs at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics where they build experimental prototype aircraft and systems. He runs NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework cybersecurity approvals for embedded aircraft and systems, builds DevSecOps pipelines for software integration, works on Multi-Level Secure systems by integrating Cross Domain Solutions onto platforms, and works on autonomous platforms with a focus on Artificial Intelligence powered Unmanned Aircraft. He is involved with flight test operations and battlespace integration efforts to help rapidly promote capabilities to the warfighter. Prior to Lockheed Martin, Drew worked as a Cybersecurity Engineer at SAP, where he performed cyber defense as a blue team member, securing the company’s systems and programs. Drew earned his Bachelor of Science in Cyber Intelligence and Security with a minor in Software Engineering from Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott in 2019 and his Master of Science in Cybersecurity at Southern Methodist University in 2024. Drew volunteers at the Department of Energy’s CyberForce competition on the red team, and serves as the lead judge and cyber support of the Lockheed Martin CYBERQUEST® competition for the Texas region.https://commons.erau.edu/avcysecworkshop-bios-2025/1044/thumbnail.jp

1967 5BFTS First Reunion Dinner. October 14. John Potter

The First Reunion Dinner for RAF pilots who had trained at 5BFTS during WW2 was held on October 14, 1967, at the Royal Aero Club, London. This image is annotated “John Potter speaking”. John Potter who was on Course 11 was the Chair.https://commons.erau.edu/bfts-1967-dinner-images/1007/thumbnail.jp

1967 5BFTS First Reunion Dinner. October 14.

The First Reunion Dinner for RAF pilots who had trained at 5BFTS during WW2 was held on October 14, 1967, at the Royal Aero Club, London. This image is annotated “We watched films”.https://commons.erau.edu/bfts-1967-dinner-images/1025/thumbnail.jp

1967 5BFTS First Reunion Dinner. October 14. Monroe S Bobst (Buddy)

The First Reunion Dinner for RAF pilots who had trained at 5BFTS during WW2 was held on October 14, 1967, at the Royal Aero Club, London. This image is annotated “Buddy instructs (2)”. Buddy was Munroe S Bobst, an instructor at 5BFTS.https://commons.erau.edu/bfts-1967-dinner-images/1013/thumbnail.jp

1967 5BFTS First Reunion Dinner. October 14.

The First Reunion Dinner for RAF pilots who had trained at 5BFTS during WW2 was held on October 14, 1967, at the Royal Aero Club, London. This image is annotated “Occasionally we drank (ii)”https://commons.erau.edu/bfts-1967-dinner-images/1016/thumbnail.jp

1967 5BFTS First Reunion Dinner. Attendees.

Attendees at the First Reunion Dinner for RAF pilots who had trained at 5BFTS during WW2 held on October 14, 1967, at the Royal Aero Club, London

The Warship

When cargo hauler Captain Solin Keer wakes from cryosleep to find his ship boarded by an alien vessel, he freezes, just as he did twenty years ago when his brother died behind a closing blast door. Now, as four hundred colonists vanish into the void, Solin faces a choice: remain a coward, or finally act