Andy's Swearing In at the State Department

Here are a few pictures of the swearing in ceremony for Andy's A-100 class. I don't know what "A-100" stands for, but it is the beginning training course for all new foreign service officers. The ceremony was held at the main State Department building in DC. Secretary Rice did not attend, but Deputy Secretary Negroponte did address us. He reminded the class to do all they can to serve their country from their overseas posts, to represent the US in a positive manner, and not focus on how to better their careers. It was short and sweet, and we were back in time for the girls to come home from school. Wow, I think Andy is pretty darn cool.