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Founded December 5, 1947

Quarter Century Wireless Association Inc.

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Member Reminder: Spam, Phishing & Impersonation

Pause and verify unexpected messages claiming to represent QCWA. An unsolicited invitation about a “QCWA Email Reflector” has been reported. I do not recognize it as an official QCWA platform. Treat it as unverified unless QCWA confirms otherwise through established channels.

Do not reply, use unsubscribe links, open attachments, or provide personal information, passwords, verification codes, or payment details in response to a suspicious message. Verify using a known QCWA contact.

Our established reflector is QCWA Groups.io. Use the reporting form to send spam, impersonation, suspicious solicitation, or conduct concerns to webmaster@qcwa.org.

Read the full safety reminder and Bulletin 2023-003. Thank you to Daryl Stout, NK5LA, for sharing the reminder.

Anthony Perales, AI1U · QCWA President

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2025 W2MM Special Event Station

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QCWA Welcomes Our Newest Members

10/07#39585W9DPBDave BartSkokie, IL
10/07#39586K4VSVWilli MannheimRock Hill, SC
10/07#39587WA8EIPMichael BryeKalamazoo, MI
10/10#39588WØDSDavid SteeleColorado Springs, CO
10/10#39589NT7QGregory KrantzReno, NV
10/11#39590K1KOYGeorge WeaverMeridian, ID
10/16#39591W2APDAbee FilippoLongwood, FL
10/19#39592K6AJMike KelleyPaso Robles, CA
10/25#39593AK7DBDave BlankenburgLas Vegas, NV
10/25#39594K5TFHTim HallShreveport, LA
10/25#39595KD5LKBFran SullivanShreveport, LA
10/25#39596WB8VFAMike SchroederShreveport, LA
10/26#39597KA5JDavid GibsonTulsa, OK
10/26#39598WAØVZVIslandbnd KammeyerClarksville, TN
10/29#39599W4EGJBob SteeleSummerfield, NC
10/30#39600K1NFNels FrostBrunswick, ME
10/30#39601K6GDBob GreenConcord, CA
11/02#39602KG6GEXMary MackSanta Rosa, CA
Investing in the next generation

A ham license can open the door to a scholarship.

The QCWA Scholarship Program, managed in partnership with the ARRL Foundation, helps qualified licensed amateur radio students pursue degrees at accredited colleges and universities.

$57,000 in recent awards19 recent scholarships

As reported in the QCWA program brochure, October 2026.

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Check the ARRL Foundation for the current application opening status and closing deadline.

The October 31 date is QCWA's planning guidance; final dates will be confirmed by ARRL. Start gathering your transcript, education plans, and QCWA member reference letter now.

QCWA members: help a student take the next step.

As a member in good standing, you can provide a reference letter for any student with an amateur radio license who meets the scholarship requirements. Share what you know about their character, radio activities, service, and education goals.

Download the fillable Sponsor Recommendation Form (PDF)
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Study for free. Test with QCWA.

Your first call sign starts here.

Looking to earn your amateur radio license? QCWA can help you prepare and schedule an online exam.

  1. Study at your own pace. Use the free online study tools and practice questions at HamStudy.org.
  2. Schedule your online exam. Email ai1u@qcwa.org for available sessions, preparation steps, and testing requirements.
  3. Test with QCWA. Our exam team will guide you through the session and your next steps after passing.
Students under 18

A little support. A lifetime of possibilities.

Qualifying students under age 18 can receive a free exam and FCC application fee reimbursement after passing, subject to the applicable program requirements.

Ask the QCWA exam team to confirm eligibility, any initial payment, and reimbursement steps when scheduling. Reimbursement may require issuance of your new license and supporting paperwork.

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Put your experience and enthusiasm to work for the next generation of amateur radio.

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Help support our Scholarship Chair, coordinate outreach to schools and universities, connect members with student applicants, and keep program information current.

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Historian

Help preserve QCWA records, member stories, photographs, and memorabilia for future generations.

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Development Director

Help develop long-term giving opportunities, build relationships with supporters, and strengthen QCWA fundraising.

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Interested in serving? Email ai1u@qcwa.org with the role that interests you and a brief description of your experience.

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Election Updates

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

QCWA 2027 Election

Looking ahead, QCWA will hold elections for Board positions in 2027. This is an opportunity for qualified members to step forward and serve the Association at the national level.

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Nominations close: November 15, 2026

Please contact the Nominating Committee at nomination@qcwa.org.

Nominee qualifications and submission requirements

Review Bylaws Article VI for the rules.

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