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Dr.
Hans J. Mueh Director of Athletics
“Athletic competition tests an individual’s ability
to operate under stress, against adversity and as a selfless member
of a team. The stresses encountered in highly competitive athletic
contests are very similar to those encountered in combat. It is
critically important to ensure the leaders of tomorrow are prepared
for diverse and challenging situations. The Athletic Department
staff is committed to producing the best officers possible for tomorrow’s
Air Force. Every cadet is challenged physically and mentally to
develop the skills and abilities critical to being an aggressive
team player with the will to win.”
Dr. Hans J. Mueh, USAF (Retired), graduated from the United States
Air Force Academy with the Class of 1966. He has served as an intelligence
analyst in Virginia; a special assistant on technical matters in the
Pentagon; an intelligence officer in both Vietnam and Thailand; and
as associate professor, tenure professor and permanent professor at
the Air Force Academy. Prior to becoming Director of athletics he was Vice Dean of
the Faculty, Permanent Professor, and Head of the Department
of Chemistry. Dr. Mueh earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry
from the Air Force Academy, a master’s degree and a doctoral
degree in chemistry (distinguished graduate) from the University of
Wisconsin in Madison. Dr. Mueh became
the ninth Director of Academy Athletics in August 2004.
The Academy is home to both indoor and outdoor track facilities.