Yongsan Garrison wins!

May 14, 2010 • Volume 8, Issue 30 Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea http://imcom.korea.army.mil

2010 Army Community of Excellence Bronze Award

U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan Commander Col. Dave Hall (second from left) accepts the 2010 Army Community of Excellence Bronze Award with Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch, commanding general, Installation
Management Command (far left) and members of the Yongsan Garrison team May 4. Held at the Pentagon, the ceremony recognized the top eight Communities of Excellence worldwide. The event
marked the third time in as many years that Yongsan achieved ACOE status. – U.S. Army photo by Dave McNally Read more on Pages 9 and 12.

GARRISONS OVERVIEW FEATURE

Region News
USAG Red Cloud
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Sights and Sounds
Command Perspective
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USAG Casey
USAG Yongsan
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Chaplain
Photo Feature
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Defender 6
USAG Humphreys
USAG Daegu
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NEWS
Supporting Army Soldiers, Civilians, and their Families with Information Technology (IT)
The Installation Management Community is
committed to leveraging the power of technology
to expand our communication capabilities and
enhance our ability to serve and support Solders,
Civilians, and Families. In today’s world, IT is
at the core of all we do at work, at home, and at
play. Smaller, more powerful, and less expensive
IT products hit the market every day. Becoming
savvy with state-of-the-art technology helps us
work smarter, learn more efficiently, and play
harder.
Over the past six months, I have visited many
garrisons, listening to many members of the Army
Family to better understand how they prefer to
receive information and communicate. Because
more than 75 percent communicate and retrieve
information through the Internet and other
electronic means, I now communicate through
my Facebook page and the IMCOM Twitter,
Flickr, and YouTube sites. This implements the
Deputy Secretary of Defense, 25 February 2010,
memorandum that requires DOD unclassified
networks be configured for Internet-based
capabilities like YouTube, Facebook, MySpace,
Twitter, and Google Apps.
Because IT is so critical to how we do business
and communicate, I have made IT one of the
focus areas of the Services and Infrastructure Core
Enterprise (SICE) in my role as co-lead of the
SICE board. SICE is a collaborative and cross-
functional team of more than 15 commands,
organizations, and staff offices formed to develop
solutions to Army-wide challenges. Presently, the
SICE team is developing plans to modernize and
standardize IT services on Army installations.
Army Continues Transformation, Casey Says
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, May 6, 2010 - The
Army is continuing the most fundamental and
profound series of changes it has seen since
World War II, the service’s chief of staff said
here today.
Gen. George W. Casey Jr. spoke to the
Defense Writers Group about the way ahead for
the nation’s senior service and his observations
from a recent trip to Iraq and Afghanistan.
The Army will continue rebalancing the force
to handle the range of conflicts the nation faces
today, Casey said. The fiscal 2011 budget now on
Capitol Hill contains the resources to finish Army
transformation from a Cold War-era formation to
one that is relevant in the 21st century.
“We are moving to put the whole Army on a
rotational model, much like the Navy and Marine
Corps have been on for years,” Casey said. “We
have to do that, because I have to continue to
generate trained and ready forces for employment
around the world for the next decade or so.”
The service will complete the “modularization”
of the forces with the funds from the 2011
budget. Army officials also will continue to tinker
with the shape of the force and the training that
soldiers receive, the general said.
The results will enhance delivery of IT in the
deployment process, training, and programs such
as Comprehensive Soldier Fitness. Also, look for
improved IT to lead to improvements on how
we deliver on our promises of the Army Family
Covenant and Army Community Covenant.
The most important components of IT
– telecommunications, information assurance
(IA), and data processing – tie into every
aspect of installation management. We use
telecommunications to connect Soldiers to their
Families by video teleconference when they
deploy. Tech-smart Soldiers and Family members
use it when they ‘tweet’ to friends and family
through their Twitter accounts. Information
assurance (IA) measures and practices reduce risk
and ensures our communication and information
remain secure from malicious attacks. IA
enables Soldiers and Civilians to communicate
with Government-issued Blackberries, knowing
conversations are secure from unauthorized
individuals. Most of us use data processing
to manage our bits and bytes of information
each day when we work on desktop computers,
laptops, scanners and copiers. And, cell phones
may be the most powerful device of all since they
incorporate all three of these IT components.
Every day, the universe of IT products
expands. Mobile handheld devices like the
current generation of smartphones open up
possibilities only dreamed of a few years ago.
The convergence of cell phones, digital cameras,
music players, GPS, video games, camcorders,
electronic book readers and mobile web browsers
rapidly change how we communicate and
“We know a lot more about war today
than we did in 2002-2003, when this idea
was proposed,” he explained. “We are going to
continue to adapt.”
The world is in a period of fundamental and
continuous change, Casey said, and everything
the Army does has to be flexible and adaptable.
Casey said he is optimistic about the security
situation in Iraq. He said U.S. forces there are
doing well in setting up the “advise and assist”
brigades that will take over from American
combat units in September. All U.S. forces will
be out of Iraq by the end of 2011.
Casey also observed that Iraq’s political
situation “is still very difficult, as the government
forming process goes forward.”
Casey also visited regional commands South
and East in Afghanistan. “In Marja, I walked
down a street that you wouldn’t have flown over
a couple of months ago,” Casey said. “I was very
impressed with what the Marines are doing there
as they move into the ‘hold and build’ phase. It’s
just going to take time.”
He noted “positive atmospherics” from the
soldiers and Afghans. “There is a sense of positive
momentum,” Casey said.
Casey also discussed the need for better
dialogue within the Army about risk.
“The superior commanders have to create
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Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch — U.S. Army photo
interact.
As the IMCOM commander, I am dedicated
to embracing these new, exciting technologies
and adapting them to continue to be ahead of
the curve in supporting Soldier, Civilian, and
Family well-being and mission readiness. Each
generation of Soldiers brings a valuable, new
perspective to the Army. It is up to us to stay in
step with communication capabilities that are
in synch with a quality of life commensurate
with service.
We Are the Army’s Home.
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an environment where their subordinates are
comfortable coming back to them to say, ‘I can’t
do what you’ve asked me to do on the timelines
you want with the resources you’ve given me,’”
the general said. The Army’s “can-do” attitude
sometimes gets the better of commanders, he
said, and they will try to do missions without
the resources they need.
Casey said he is proud of the way soldiers and
their families have responded to almost a decade
of war, noting that he’d have given a different
answer five years ago if asked whether the Army
could go to a cycle of one year deployed followed
by a year at home.
“I would have said, ‘You’re nuts,’” Casey
said. “What I’ve seen is you cannot discount the
courage and commitment of this generation of
young Americans. It is remarkable to me what
they have done and what they have endured.”
The vocal support of the American people
and Congress for the armed forces has played a
large role in holding the force together, he said.
“We’ve done some things that have helped
this, too,” he added. “We’re a verycompetent,
seasoned, confident professional force.
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MP Blotter
The following entries were
excerpted from the military police
blotters. These entries may be
incomplete and do not imply guilt
or innocence.

USAG-Red Cloud:
Assault and Battery; Subject #1 and
Victim #1 were involved in a verbal altercation
which turned physical when Subject #1 struck
Victim #1 in the face with a closed fist. Victim #1
sustained injuries consisting of a cracked nose
and epitaxis. Victim #1 was transported to the
Troop Medical Clinic where he was treated
and released. Upon arrival of Military Police,
an odor of alcoholic beverages was detected
emitting from Victim #1’s person. Due to his
medical condition, Victim #1 was unable to be
administered a Portable Breath Test. Victim #1
was released with instructions to report to the
PMO. Victim #1 reported to the PMO where he
rendered a written sworn statement attesting to
the incident. Subject #1 was escorted by his
unit to the PMO where he was advised of his
legal rights, which he waived rendered a written
sworn statement admitting to the offense.
Subject #1 was processed and released to
his unit. KNP was notified of the incident but
declined jurisdiction. This is an alcohol related
incident. Investigation continues by Military
Police Investigators.

USAG-Yongsan:
Assault Consummated by Battery
on a Korean National; Subject #1,
Subject #3, and Subject #4 were involved in a
verbal altercation which turned physical when
Subject #1 and Subject #2 struck Subject
#3 and Subject #4 in the face and body an
unknown number of times. Subject #3 and
Subject #4 then struck Subject #1 and Subject
#2. There were no injuries reported. Both
parties were apprehended by Korean National
Police and transported to the KNP Station
where they were charged with Assault. Subject
#1 and Subject #2 were released into Military
Police custody on a CJ Form 2. Subject #1
and Subject #2 were transported to the PMO
where they were advised of their legal rights
which they invoked. Subject #1 and Subject
#2 were placed on International Hold. Subject
#2 was issued Show Cause Memorandum and
In Korean cuisine, various dumplings are called mandu. There many different types of mandus: kimchi madu (stuffed kimchi), mulmandu (water
his passport was confiscated. Subject #1 and
Subject #2 were released to Subject #1’s unit. mandu), manduguk (mandu soup), steamed mandu, and gunmandu of yaki mandu (fried mandu). Mandu are usually served with a dipping sauce
This is a final report. made of soy sauce and vinegar. In this picture is steamed mandu filled with meat and vegetables. — U.S. Army photo by Debbie Hong

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities

USAG-Humphreys:
Traffic Accident Without Injury;
Damage to Private Property; Inattentive
Driving; Subject #1, operating a Privately
Owned Vehicle, while driving inattentively,
failed to observe Victim #1’s Privately Owned
Vehicle and struck Victim #1’s vehicle. Subject
#1’s vehicle sustained no visible damages.
Damage to Victim #1’s vehicle consisted of
dents, scratches and paint transfer on the rear
bumper. Korean National Police was notified
of the incident but declined jurisdiction. Both
parties reported utilization of their seatbelts.
Estimated Cost of Damage is unknown.
USAG-Daegu:
Underage Drinking; Subject #1 was
observed intoxicated at Chogasamgan
restaurant. Upon arrival of Military Police,
an odor of alcoholic beverages was detected
emitting from Subject #1’s person. A check
of Subject #1’s ID card revealed he was
under the legal age to consume alcoholic
beverages. Subject #1 was transported
to the PMO where he was administered a
Portable Breathalyzer Test, with a result of
0.196% Blood Alcohol Content. Subject #1
was processed and released to his sponsor.
This is a final report.
Korea Robot Game Festival
The Korea Robot Game Festival which
has reached its seventh year gives you
robot exhibition, robot performance, robot
experience class and other interesting
programs focused on future technology
of robots, May 15-16 at Samsan World
Main Stadium in Incheon. A total of over
1,700 contestants from 1,159 teams from
seven nations including China and Japan
will participate in the robot tournament
divided into three categories for battle
robot, humanoid robot and junior robot.
Admission is free.
Color Korean War Photo Exhibition
Korean War photos taken by NBC war
correspondent, John Rich, will be exhibited
for public viewing for the first time in Korea.
70 or so color photos will be on display at
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the Presidential Museum of Cheong Wa Dae
Sarangchae.
The exhibition is open from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
and is closed on Mondays, May 5 - June 30.
There is no entrance fee. By seoul subway
get off at Gyeongbok Palace station, go to
exit number 4 and walk towards Cheong Wa
Dae.
Uijeongbu Music Theatre Festival
The Uijeongbu Music Theatre Festival
(UMTF) is an international performing arts
festival held every May in Uijeongbu, Seoul.
Since its first creation in 2002, the UMTF has
been presenting a variety of music theatres
from both home and abroad, including the
world’s famous leading theater pieces and
street performances. Some of the notable
performances for 2010 include Dulcinea’s
Lament from Canada, Shadow Orchestra and
Les Gaspard from France, The Overcoat
from the United Kingdom, Paper Window,
The Fantasticks, Macbeth Slam and Abichaja
from Korea. The event is being held at the
Uijeongbu Art Centre in Uijeongbu City,
May.10-23.
Busan International Short Film Festival
Enjoy short films from American, Europe
and other countries at Busan International
Short Film Festival which will be held for five
days from May 12 to 16. The festival is divided
into two parts, the International competition
section and International invitation sections.
There will be a total of 86 screening films,
61 internal and external competition films,
25 invitation films together with international
seminar and film archive exhibition.
May 12-16 at Kyungsung University,
Haeundae, Busan City.
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By Col. Terry D. Hodges

U.S. Army Garrison Daegu Commander

What do you think of when you hear the term

“IT?” Information Technology encompasses a wide
array of software and hardware applications, and
how that technology is used. For those of us in the
Installation Management business, this technology is
at the very center of nearly every facet of our daily lives
and what we do at work, home and play.
I know that more than three-quarters of you use
some sort of IT to communicate, whether it is through
the Internet or other electronic means. Maybe it’s not
so easy to tweet here in Korea, but Facebook, Flickr
and YouTube sites are all key means we use here at the
strategic and enduring hub of U.S. Army Garrison
Daegu and Area IV to keep you in touch with the
pulse of the community.
And this is not just for those of you at home. The
Department of Defense, in a February 2010 memo,
has required DOD unclassified networks to be able to
access Internet-based social networking sites like those
I mentioned above and MySpace, Twitter as well as
Google Apps.
Two great examples of how important a vibrant
and active presence on sites such as Facebook is, came
recently here at USAG Daegu. A short time ago we
had to cancel classes at Daegu American School due
to a snow storm, and last weekend there was a casualty
to the water system at one of our installations, due to
an accident that occurred on Saturday evening. The
Garrison Web site has been down due to technical
problems so we were faced with a dilemma – how to
notify the community of what was happening?
Sure we could put it on AFN and the command
channel, but realistically, this is not reaching those 75
percent that get their news via IT! So what did we
do? In a word: Facebook. Our Directorates of Public
Works and Logistics were able to pass information
via cell phone to Garrison leadership and the Public
Affairs Officer, and that information was made
IMMEDIATELY available on our Facebook page
(and on the Garrison Twitter feed too!), whether it
was 10 p.m. Saturday night, or 2 and 6 a.m. Sunday
morning, right through when the repairs were finally
completed.
Col. Terry D. Hodges — U.S. Army photo
And judging from the reaction, people sure were
listening! At least, those people who are fans of the
Garrison Facebook page. And shame on you if you
live, work or play in the USAG Daegu and Area IV
community and you’re not a fan. You should be! Just
Google “USAG Daegu Facebook” and join us! While
you’re at it, find our Twitter page too so you can follow
us there as well.
Of course, while all these methods are good, I know
that for every application we use now, there’s another
one we haven’t keyed on or seen on the horizon, so we
have to stay sharp and adapt to these new technologies.
As Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch, IMCOM Commanding
General says, “each generation of Soldiers brings a
valuable, new perspective to the Army. It is up to us
to stay in step with communication capabilities that
are in synch with a quality of life commensurate with
service.”
As we continue to grow into our role as one of
Korea’s enduring hubs, I am dedicated to using the
power of this new technology to keep the Daegu and
Area IV community of choice “in the know” for one
essential reason – because it will help us to fulfill our
promise to support all Service Members, Families and
Army Civilians with the quality programs and safe
communities that meet their needs while enabling
them to thrive and maintain resiliency.

PATRIOT EXPRESS
The PATRIOT EXPRESS has returned to Korea to support inbound
and outbound duty passengers.

With that comes outstanding opportunities for Space Available

travel, via commercial chartered aircraft, to Japan and the West
Coast (Seattle). Flights depart Osan Air Force Base weekly, Tuesdays
and Thursdays. Duty Passengers (Permanent Change of Station or
Temporary Duty) will use the normal process of visiting the local
commercial travel office.

For those needing Space Available assistance, contact the Osan

Passenger Terminal for details at DSN 315-784-1854 or 31-661-1129.

Transportation to Osan from USAG Yongsan is provided

from Moyer Recreation Center via the regular scheduled base
shuttles at various times throughout the day.
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Secretary of the Army visits PBC on Casey

Secretary of the Army John McHugh (center) greets Chris Bradford, Red Cloud Garrison Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation director; Linda Hough,
Army Community Services director, and Lindsay Ejnik, Pear Blossom Cottage manager, during his visit to Casey Garrison May 3. The secretary was
joined on visit by Brig. Gen. Terry Ferrell (right), 2nd Infantry Division deputy commanding general (maneuver) and Lt. Gen. Joseph F. Fil Jr., commander,
Eighth U.S. Army (behind). During the secretary’s brief visit to the cottage he learned about tour normalization efforts and how the cottage is assisting
family members in the once family member restricted area. — U.S. Army photo by Kevin Jackson

POV registration now open on Casey

By Pvt. Jamal Walker
USAG-RC Public Affairs
DONGDUCHEON CITY — A new
agreement between Dongducheon City,
Casey Garrison and the Directorate of
Emergency Services is now making it easier
for Status of Forces Agreement cardholders
in Red Cloud Garrison to register their
privately owned vehicles.
The memorandum of agreement was
signed April 28 in Dongducheon City Hall
by Col. Larry “Pepper” Jackson, Red Cloud
Garrison commander, and Yu In-seon,
acting mayor of Dongducheon, will enable
Soldiers and Civilians to complete their
automobile registration at Casey Garrison
and eliminate an unnecessary trip to Seoul.
The Vehicle Registration Office is located
in the Pass and ID office inside Casey
Garrison’s Maude Hall.
“Through this MOA we are strengthening
our mutual friendship between Dongducheon
City and the U.S. Army serving in Korea,”
Yu said.
In the past, Red Cloud Garrison personnel
needing to register their vehicles had to make
an appointment at the Vehicle Registration
office on Camp Kim in Seoul.
Elliott Bradley, Red Cloud Garrison DES
deputy director, said the process could take
an entire business day from traveling to the
Seoul, waiting in lines, and filling out the
necessary documents.
“Historically all personnel in Red Cloud
had to go to Yongsan, no matter what, to
register a vehicle,” he said. “Before tour
normalization began, we started working
on how we can serve our customers better
here in Red Cloud Garrison.
“We worked with the city officials and
asked them to support us with registering
SOFA plated vehicles.”
The city acted on the garrison’s request
by hiring a dedicated agent to handle SOFA
vehicle registration. The agent will collect
the registration documents from DES and Yu In-seon, acting mayor of Dongducheon (left) and Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson
then submit them to the Dongducheon sign an Memorandum of Agreement for vehicle registration in Dongducheon City
Transportation Administration Division Hall. The Vehicle Registration Office is located in the Pass and ID office inside
every Tuesday. License plates and supporting Casey Garrison’s Maude Hall. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Jamal Walker
registration documents will be issued on
Thursdays. vehicles on Casey,” Bradley said about the Seoul, now personnel can simply take a
The cost of registration is 3,000 Korean new registration renewal process. quick ride to Casey Garrison and register
won, according to officials in the Vehicle “We are indeed truly proud and happy their vehicles, which I know is very
Registration Office. The fee cannot be paid to allow our Soldiers and Civilians to convenient for our Soldiers and Civilians
in U.S. dollars. register their vehicles in the garrison in the garrison. This, once again, shows
“We are trying to save time and provide instead of going to Camp Kim,” Jackson the strength of our friendship with the
everything Soldiers will need to register their said. “Instead of taking a two-hour trip to Korean people.”
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News & Notes

Did You Know?
The DODEA School at Casey will
be completed July 31. It will hold
a maximum of 324 Kindergarten
through grade eight students.
Construction has already begun.
USAG-RC Now on Facebook
You can now find USAG-RC on
Facebook. http://www.Facebook.
com/pages/APO/USAG-Red-
Cloud/246854871491.
Dongducheon LQA increase
The U.S. Department of State
has approved a Living Quarters
Allowance increase of almost
$10,000 annually effective May
9 for civilian employees living in
Dongducheon. The increased
LQA rates do not apply to people
who have already entered into a
legally binding leasing contract.
The additional monetary allowance
will be available when a lease
agreement is renegotiated. Visit
http://aoprals.state.gov/ to see the
LQA table.
Casey, Red Cloud,
Stanley Night Bus
Red Cloud Garrison will be providing
a night bus that will run among Casey
Garrison, Red Cloud Garrison and
Camp Stanley at midnight and 1
a.m. effective May 14. It will operate
on a 60-day test basis to evaluate
ridership. See the newsletter for
the complete schedule. For more
information, call 732-6662.
Wives given coins for Spouse Appreciation Day
By Pfc. Mardicio Barrot
USAG-RC Public Affairs
RED CLOUD GARRISON— Spouses
were awarded coins for their contributions
and sacrifices they have made for Soldiers
during a Military Spouse Appreciation Day
gathering at the Red Cloud Garrison’s Pear
Blossom Cottage May 7.
The spouses gathered to celebrate the
day with food, fellowship and fun. They
talked about some of their struggles and
sacrifices and how they have overcome them
to support their Soldier.
For their contributions throughout
the years, each of the spouses received a
coin from Command Sgt. Maj. Peter D.
Burrowes, 2nd Infantry Division, command
sergeant major. They also received a bag
of ‘goodies’ including a purse, makeup, Christian Gasper, son of Pfc. William and Lauren Gasper, enjoys the cake
perfume and other items from Ken Limtiaco, served during the Military Spouse Appreciation Day gathering at the Red Cloud
Area I Army and Air Force Exchange Service Garrison’s Pear Blossom Cottage May 7. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Mardicio
general manager. Barrot
“Military spouses should be appreciated Korea to have their child. And even with “The spouses play a big role in a Soldiers
every day,” said Donna Winzenried, wife of all these tasks, we are still there to comfort life,” Burrowes said. “For a Soldier to
Command Sgt. Maj. Robert A. Winzenreid, our Soldiers when they get home and cheer have someone who can give them a high
U.S. Forces Korea, Combined Forces them up when they have a hard day.” volume of comfort and support can be very
Command and 8th U.S. Army command That point wasn’t lost on 2ID’s top uplifting.”
sergeant major. “We travel, cook, clean and enlisted Soldier. Burrowes said he is The spouse appreciation event concluded
volunteer. Some wives are pregnant and very grateful for the spouses and all they with cake and punch, and a raffle for a free
they have to move to foreign places like contribute to the morale of Soldiers. manicure and pedicure at a nail salon.
304th cleans up Songsan-dong

Power Outage
There will be a power outage on
Camp Stanley May 15 from 7 a.m.
to noon. For more information, call
732-9103.

PX, Commissary Case Lot Sale

The Casey Garrison Post Exchange
and Commissary will have a case lot
and sales event May 15-16 from 10
a.m. in the Casey PX/Commissary
parking lot. For more information,
call 732-6263.

235th Army Birthday Ball

Tickets for the 235th Army Birthday
Ball June 11 at Seoul Grand
Hyatt Ballroom are available from
respective unit Army Birthday Ball
representatives.

Morning Calm Correction

On Page 5 of the May 7 edition of the
Morning Calm information related
to the Patriot Express was in error.
To clarify, this mission is not free,
rather only taxes and fees will be
charged. To correct the statement,
This mission is a military charter
flight (commercial aircraft) that flies
in and out of Osan Air Base twice
a week. The Morning Calm editor
for Red Cloud Garrison regrets the
error. Soldiers from the 304th Signal Battalion at Camp Stanley and civilians from Songsan-dong work to beautify the
ville outside gate 2 May 1. The event is part of a spring cleanup effort that includes planting shrubs and general
beautification. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Jamal Walker
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Pet owners learn

pet CPR, first aid
By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
CASEY GARRISON — What if you
returned home from work and found your
pet schnauzer laying on the floor and not
breathing? Would you know how to check
if he has a heartbeat or is breathing? He
may have only minutes or seconds to live.,
Wwould you know what to do?
To most of us, swapping saliva with
our pets trying to give them mouth to
mouth resuscitation, or Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation as it is known to the medical
world, is not a savory thought. But for Red
Cloud Veterinarian Capt. Amanda McGuire
it is a normal and easy thing to do.
“Animals have become family members
over the years,” she said. “They have become
very important as support, stress relievers;
there are a lot of benefits to having animals,
and we feel close to our pets. People want to
keep them around as long as possible, they
want to do the best they can for them, and
part of that is being prepared in the event
of an emergency so they can provide initial
treatment to get them to the next level of
care with their veterinarian.”
The American Red Cross saw the need
to provide a class of instruction about how
to give pets first aid and CPR., and Leah
Barber, the assistant station manager on
Casey Garrison, decided to sponsor the
class as one of the annual first aid and CPR
classes they offer.
“This class is one of a series we offer
training Soldiers and family members how
to give emergency aid, to family members or
their pets” she said. “ We do this class for the
same reasons we do human CPR.”
Barber explains when she teaches a
human first aid and CPR class, she says she
hopes no one will have to be in the situation
when a family member requires emergency
care, but these are the essential skills they
should have to, maybe, save a life, human
or pet.
“As much as you probably don’t want to
swap spit with your dog, if you see your dog
choking you will be able to do something
about it,” she said. “It think this is important
for a lot of people.”
There are hygienic methods to performing
CPR on animals, and it isn’t as unsavory as
one might imagine, McGuire explains.
“There are a lot of techniques,” she
said. “It is not only the mouth to mouth
resuscitation we teach, there is also the
bandaging of wounds and responses to other
injuries and other first aid techniques. CPR
is not a technique that is used often.”
There is a limit to what kind of pets the
course will cover, McGuire says, the course
is mainly for cats and dogs.
“The class is focused on cats and dogs;
these are the primary pets people have.,”
she said.
McGuire does admit that exotic animals
Capt. Amanda McGuire, Red Cloud Garrison veterinarian demonstrates how
to give a dog CPR during the Pet First Aid and CPR class sponsored by the
American Red Cross on Casey Garrison May 1. — U.S. Army photo by Jim
Cunningham
have become near regular as pets in the home when I am away from the clinic or home, I can
and some can have exotic problems. apply first aid,” McGuire said.
“Snakes can have problems such as These kits have many useful things such
egg impaction,” she said. “When you get as bandages prepared especially for animals
a pet that is an exotic animal, go to your because of their fur. Most animals have fuir of
veterinarian and get information about it.” some kind and a human bandage with glue on
The class does instruct pet owners how to one side would not work well for a pet. They
do many things that are similar to first aid need bandages that will work and hold on to
and CPR for humans. There are techniques wounds in spite of fur or size of their limbs.
for compressing the chests of cats and dogs, And there is, for good reason, a plastic cover for
which will produce similar results as the giving CPR to a dog or a cat. It is use by placing
Heimlich maneuver. it over the nose area and blowing through a
Just as it is important to have a good, well hole with your hands cupped over their snout.
stocked first aid kit at home for humans, it is This is much better than the alternative.
important also to have one for your pet, and “This is becoming a popular class more and
perhaps one in your car as does McGuire. more,” McGuire said. “More family members
“I carry a first aid kit similar to the one are coming to this area now and they are
we have in class so if I happen on an accident bringing their pets.”

Tour normalization construction busy on Casey

By Jim Cunningham an entire city of services to support Soldiers, “The DoDEA school is the top most
USAG-RC Public Affairs Civilians, and their Families,” he said. priority project going on now,” Baca said.
There are indeed many construction “The Child Development Center is a close
CASEY GARRISON — If you come projects going on in Casey Garrison, and Red second. There are several construction
through the front gate at Casey Garrison Cloud Garrison, says Larry Baca, Directorate projects ongoing here.
expecting it to look like it did only three or of Public Works chief of operations and Four years prior to tour normalization,
four years ago, you will be surprised, says maintenance on Red Cloud Garrison. Area I, now dubbed Red Cloud Garrison,
Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson, Red Cloud “It seems everywhere you look on this which comprises not only Red Cloud, but
garrison commander. garrison there is some kind of construction Casey Garrison, Camps Stanley, Mobile,
“If someone told me there would be a going on,” he said. Castle, Castle North, Hovey, Jackson and
school here three years ago, I would have told Casey looks like a gold rush town from Kwangsari, was a noncommand sponsored
them it was impossible. But now, as you can the 1840s in California. The first things they duty area where Soldiers spent a one year
see, we are developing not only a school, but built were schools and churches. “hardship tour.” .
When Jackson took command June
26, 2007, he started the ball rolling on a
continuous schedule of renovation and
construction.
“Three or four years ago this was a
dependent restricted area,” Jackson said. “If
one of you had mentioned to me as a garrison
commander, ‘hey Col. Pepper Jackson I
want a kindergarten through eighth grade
school,’ I would say, ‘I don’t think that will
happen...’ But now we have child youth
services programs and more coming in the
near future.”
Seven years ago in what was Area I, there
were seven services and they were spread out
all over the area.
Everywhere you look, in all directions,
there is new construction. It is a good thing
because there are more and more families
with young children and school age children
Construction on the new Casey school began in February and will be completed coming every day.
in time for the 2010-2011 school year. — U.S. Army photo by Rob Haynes Indeed, services for families living within
Red Cloud Garrison are growing as fast as
the new renovations and construction is to
support them.
After driving onto Casey or walking
through the walk-in gate, the first thing
people will see is many square acres of new
renovation and construction. Taking the
first left from the gate will bring you upon
the new Department of Defense Education
Activity school, which will educate more
than 300 kindergarten through eighth grade
children.
Standing just north of the “Best Club in
the Army,” the Gateway Club on Casey, as
it was heralded by the Army for 2009, is the
middle of “downtown Casey,” as Jackson is
fond of saying.
There you will see the new Child
Development Center building, the Child
Youth Center, the Army Community
Center, and Maude Hall, which houses all
the services Soldiers, Civilians and family
members need to get situated in Korea.
“I am really proud of all the things we
have been able to accomplish,” Jackson
said. “We take care of our own in Warrior
Country, and we cannot rest on our laurels,
there is so much more to do here because
what we are really trying to do for us, the
2ID Soldiers, Civilians and all the folks who
work here, is bridge this gap of five years
until we get to Humphreys. In the meantime
I’m going to make sure we live in the same
quality of life you would find on any other
garrison anywhere in the world.”
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Army’s top general awards Yongsan with ACOE bronze award

By Dan Thompson
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
ARLINGTON, Va. — Top Army leaders
presented U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan with
the 2010 Army Communities of Excellence
Bronze Award during a ceremony at the
Pentagon May 4.
Army Chief of Staff Gen. George Casey
presented Garrison Commander Col.
Dave Hall and Command Sgt. Maj.
Ralph Rusch with a bronze trophy and
banner. The highlight of the event came
when Installation Management Command
Commander Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch presented
the Yongsan team a check for $250,000.
The ACOE competition is held annually
to recognize the top Army communities
worldwide using a rigorous selection
process analyzing efficiency, customer
satisfaction and adherence to the Army
Family Covenant.
“For over 60 years, I have lived on Army
installations; I was an Army brat. Things
only continue to get better,” said Casey. He
applauded Yongsan and the other winners
for investing tax dollars more efficiently
with excellent results.
Lynch personally thanked the garrison
commanders for “ensuring a quality of life
that measures to the quality of our Soldiers,
Families and civilians.”
The event marked the third time in as
many years that Yongsan placed as an
ACOE finalist in the highly selective
competition, which recognized a total of
only eight installations around the world.
It also marks the second time in three years
that the Garrison has taken home cash to
reinvest in the community.
In 2008, USAG Yongsan won $750,000
as the ACOE Third Place Winner. The
victory money went towards quality of
life improvements, like the newly opened
Yongsan Family Park on X Corps Blvd.
“Our motto at Yongsan is ‘Here for you,’
and the fact that we have made it to ACOE
three years in a row is really an indicator that
our community is thriving,” Hall said. “We
are supporting the Army Family Covenant
right here in the middle of Seoul, where
many of the families coming to Korea call
home.”
Hall credits the USAG Yongsan team for
joining the ACOE club each year during
his command. “It’s tough to get to the top;
it’s tougher to stay there,” he said. “This is
the third consecutive year we’ve reached this
level. I am very proud. I may be the one who
receives the trophy, but really this award
belongs to all of you in the community. I
couldn’t think of a better way to conclude
my command here than to earn this top
honor along with all of you.”
The 2010 ACOE winners are:
Gold Winner
• U.S. Army Garrison Fort Bragg, N.C.
• U.S. Army Garrison Fort Campbell, Ky.
Silver Winners Army Chief of Staff Gen. George Casey (left) presents Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall with the 2010
Army Communities of Excellence Bronze Award during a ceremony at the Pentagon May 4. — U.S. Army
— See ACOE, Page 12 — photo by David McNally

Singer Toby Keith rocks Yongsan

By Pfc. Choe Yong-joon
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON —
Toby Keith and his band rocked
the stage inside Collier Field
House April 29 with more than
1,500 community members
packing the house to enjoy the
performance.
The American Music Awards
winning singer-song writer
Toby Keith has traveled to
more than 10 countries and
performed for over 140,000
Servicemembers since his first
United Service Organizations
tour in 2002. This time, Keith
visited Korea as part of his
eighth USO tour.
“On behalf of USO, Army
Forces Entertainment, U.S.
Army Garrison Yongsan and
FMWR, you are the lucky
1,500 so I ask everyone to be
mindful and respectful, as well
as motivated and fired up,” said
Garrison Commander Col.
Dave Hall as he introduced
Keith. “Now here comes patriot,
awesome entertainer, dessert-
daddy Toby Keith!”
As the show began, the crowd
chanted “Toby! Toby!”, while
taking pictures of Keith and
his band, stomping the ground
and dancing to the rhythm of
his guitar.
“I’m from Oklahoma so I’m
a big fan of Toby,” said 524th
Military Intelligence Battalion
Chief Warrant Officer Beau
Christenson. “I like him talking
about soldiers in songs like an
‘American Soldier’ to reach out
to many installations, even in
combat zones. My favorite one
is ‘Should’ve been a Cowboy.’”
We want everyone to enjoy a
taste of home from the United
States, see shows like they
would’ve seen back there, let
their hair down to have a great
time, and remind them that
people back home are thinking
of and always supporting them,
said USO tour manager Betty
Naylor.
After the 90 minute
performance, 8th U.S. Army
Commander Lt. Gen. Joseph Fil
Jr. who rated the concert as his
lifetime number one, and Col.
Hall presented Keith a special
dragon trophy as a symbol of
Yongsan’s appreciation.
Keith and his band will perform
next in Germany on his annual
14-day USO tour. Singer Toby Keith and his band rock the stage while more than 1,500 community members packed the Collier Field
House to enjoy Keith’s performance April 29. — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Richard Canfield
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News & Notes
Walker Center Reservation Required
Reservations are required to stay at the
Walker Center. Email walkercenter@korea.
army.mil for the required reservation form.
Home School Play Date
The event is on May 20, noon - 1 p.m. at
Child, Youth and School Services building.
Meet and Greet Learn about CYSS Support.
For information, call 738-5556.
ACS Community Outreach
ACS Outreach Program will set an information
table at the USAG Yongsan Commissary to
provide information about the programs and
events available in the community. The next
event is on May 21, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
at USAG-Y Commissary. For information, call
738-7123.
Table Tennis Tournament
The tournament is on May 20, 6 - 8 p.m. at
Moyer Community Activities Center. For
information, call 723-3291.
Healthcare Advisory Council Meeting
Please join us the 3rd Wednesday of
every month to discuss how we can
improve health care. The meeting is
held at Brian Allgood Army Community
Hospital Command Conference Room. For
information, call 737-3045.
Live Band Music Night
The Infinity band performs publicly every
Wednesday and Friday at 7 p.m. - 12:30
a.m. at Harvey’s Lounge. For information,
call 723-5678.
Spectacular Cosmic Bowling
The Live DJ is on Friday at 9:30 p.m -
noon and on Saturday at 9 p.m - noon. at
Yongsan Lanes. For information, call 723
- 7830.
Free Aerobics Classes
The classes are on Monday, Wednesday
and Friday - 6 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 4:45 p.m.,
6 p.m. at Collier Field House, and on
Tuesday, Thursday - 6 p.m. at K-16. For
information, call 736-4588.
Free Spinning Bike Classes
The classes are on Monday - 5:15 p.m.,
Tuesday - 6 a.m., 5:15 p.m., Wednesday
- 6 a.m., 6:30 p.m., and Thursday - 6
a.m., 6:30 p.m. at Collier Field House. For
information, call 736-4588.
Protect Your Teen from Rx Drug Abuse
According to an annual survey by the
Partnership for a Drug Free America,
one in five teens has abused prescription
medication, and one in ten has abused
over-the-counter cough medication.
Surprised? Need advice about a teen who
may already be abusing meds? Call the
Adolescent Substance Abuse Counseling
Services for confidential advice at 738-
4579.
Tobacco Cessation Classes
Do you want to quit smoking? We are here to
help with ongoing smoking cessation classes
every Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the TMC. The classes
will start on March 18, 2010 and end on Feb. 8,
2011. For more information, call 736-6693.
Scholarships Available
Visit http://yongsan.korea.army.mil and click on
the 2010 Scholarships button.
For a complete list of community
information news and notes, visit the
USAG-Yongsan official web site at
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil
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Military Spouses share stories of family
By Cpl. Kim Hyung-joon
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — Deployments
not only challenge Soldiers, but Spouses as
well. In recognition of that fact, U.S. Army
Garrison Yongsan held its 2010 Military
Spouse Appreciation Day Ceremony May 7.
Deputy Garrison Commander Paul Cramer
and Joanne Sharp, the wife of United States
Forces Korea Commander Gen. Walter Sharp,
were on hand to express their appreciation.
“Today’s ceremony is an opportunity to
celebrate Military Spouses throughout the
Armed Forces and especially pay tribute
to those in our Community, recognizing
their unwavering sacrifice, dedication and
support,” said Yongsan’s Army Community
Service Director Diane Foster. “We will be
presenting the Awards for the Military Spouse
Appreciation Essay Contest. Servicemembers Sgt. Angel Cruzvazquez from 202 Aviation Regiment - Korea, the essay contest 3rd place winner, poses
had the opportunity to write in their own with his baby and his Spouse, Ashley, during 2010 Military Spouse Appreciation Day Ceremony
words why they appreciate their Spouse and May 7. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Kim Hyung-joon
Spouses could write what it means to them to
be a Military Spouse.” in his essay. “However, little did my Spouse in. As long as I have those, I will travel
There were a total of 12 entries and the 1st know that she also took an unwritten oath anywhere.”
to a life of a Military Spouse that can only be She says it is very gratifying being a
place winner was Sgt. Maj. Ronald Macauley,
Special Operations Command Korea; the 2nd described as a roller coaster ride.” Military Spouse and more people should
place winner was 1st Lt. Edwin Maldonado, Not once has she complained about the consider it if they are able.
Headquarters and Headquarters Company, many challenges military life brings. As all “Don’t think twice, just do it! Obviously,
Special Troops Battalion – Korea; the 3rd Military Spouses do, she has encountered there are a lot of good that comes with
place winner was Sgt. Angel Cruzvazquez, 202 more in her short time in the military than it and there are also a lot of stress and
Aviation Regiment – Korea. most conventional households will face in a hardship, but it’s all worth it in the
“The reason I appreciate my Military lifetime, Macauley added. end.”
Spouse so much is because when I enlisted “I’m very proud of the fact that my husband Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall
in the military I swore an oath to uphold the is in the Army,” said Peachy Macauley, wife praised Military Spouses for the sacrifices
Constitution and protect our country,” the of Sgt. Maj. Macauley. “And I’m proud of they make and all that they do to make
1st place winner Sgt. Maj. Macauley shared my family and our Community that we live Yongsan a Community of Excellence.
50 firms participate in ACS job fair
By Cpl. Kim Hyung-joon
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — A r m y
Community Service, Civilian Personnel
Advisory Center and Army Career and
Alumni Program hosted a job fair at the
Main Post Exchange parking lot April 30
where more than 50 organizations were
looking for talent among retirees, civilians
and military spouses.
Over 100 organizations were contacted
and 50 firms like Dell Computers, L-3
Communications and FedEx attended.
“We like to support our military,”
Intelligent Decisions, Pacific Rim
Operations Director John Sanders said.
“Yongsan has good skilled people that we
look for, and the numbers of job applicants
at Yongsan are quite noteworthy.”
Several of the organizations were Korean Intelligent Decisions, Pacific Rim Operations Director John Sanders (left) and Staff Sgt. Michael
based companies searching for applicants Parks, Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency, look at a resume at
who could assist their organizations due the ACS job fair April 30. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Kim Hyung-joon
to the applicants’ ability to speak English,
Yongsan’s Army Community Service Korean skills and my English skills.” Foster also said candidates who came
Director Diane Foster said. Several Servicemembers could be prepared with a resume and had time to
“I’m getting out of the military pretty observed visiting many of the booths. do an interview were well positioned to
soon and I want to find something in “Some were retiring and looking for find a job.
Korea that will improve myself,” said Sgt. employment,” Foster added. “Some Job seekers can learn more about
Amanda Snowden from Headquarters were thinking of End Term of Service upcoming job fairs by visiting ACS, CPAC
and Headquarters Company, 501st and wanted to test their marketability. or APAC offices or calling 738-8977. The
Military Intelligence Brigade (SUSLAK). And several Family Members and ACS offices are open Monday to Friday
“I hope to work in the intelligence field, spouses attended the job fair seeking from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
something that will allow me to use my employment.”
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Ground Rules Hired! celebrates first-ever graduates

for Children
By Cpl. Kim Hyung-joon
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

What do you believe the appropriate age is for children to play

unsupervised? What ground rules do you set for your kids be-
fore they are able to venture out solo? Find out what more
than 3,000 Yongsan community members are talking about by
becoming a USAG-Yongsan Facebook Fan at facebook.com/
youryongsan! (Comments are kept in their original form)

Amber Scamardo
Facebook Fan

All children mature at a different rate. Some can be “trust-
ed” more then others. My 8 year old is very responsible
but I still will not leave her alone. It’s not really her choices
that scare me. There are too many things that can happen
when they are left unattended. You have to factor in other
children, adults or anyone who would harm them. It only
takes seconds for something to go wrong!
Kowanda Ryan
McBride
Facebook Fan
There has to be guidelines that are enforced. I under-
stand that people mature at different rates. I believe
that children 6 and under should be ddirectly super-
vised. At what age do schools allow children to walk to
school by themeselves? Maybe that is an acceptable
age to let children play unsupervised for short periods
of time.
25 Yongsan youths show off their certificates of completion for graduating the Hired! Program at the Main Post Club April 8.— U.S. Army
photo by Pfc. Choe Yong-joon
By Pfc. Choe Yong-joon
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — More than two dozen
U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan youths and their employers
celebrated the successful completion of the first-ever Hired!
Program, with a party at the Main Post Club April 8.
The twelve week program gives youths a chance to gain
real-world work experience to jump-start their careers. Hired!
recognized each participant of its first quarterly term with
a certificate of completion, and a $500 stipend funded by
Kansas State University.
“My job was working at the Bowling Center and it helps me
be more social and learn different experiences that I’ve never
had before,” said Seoul American High School sophomore
Giovanna Perez. “I have a few friends who already started
Riverside rugby match spotted
working and I will recommend the program to another
later.”
As the party began, three students spoke about what
they achieved and how they benefited through the Hired!
Program.
“As an apprentice at Army Community Service, I had an
opportunity to learn the tasks of office work. Being my first
actual job, I was taught how to move myself up to any career
that I want to pursue,” said SAHS senior Angela Rivera.
“The training helps me prepare for each aspect of the career,
starting from how to build a proper resume and learning the
etiquette of job interviews.”
Additionally, she emphasized that with the help of
preparation specialist Ms. Lauren Jenkins, they all succeeded
— See HIRED, Page 12 —

Brenna Bonds
Facebook Fan

I think 10 is an appropriate age. My kids are 6 and 8

and I don’t quite feel comfortable having them unsu-
pervised. Some ground rules would be to remind them
that they can’t leave the play area without telling me
where they are going, and don’t talk to strangers.

Brandann Rachela
Hill-Mann
Facebook Fan

I’ll be generous and say younger than they need to be

to ride the bus unsupervised, but I guess I am in the
minority there. I trust mine to play at eight (but defi-
nitely hold to that ten and older rule for the bus, which Some rugby players enjoy the warmer temperatures while playing rugby down by the Han River May 8. — Courtesy
I don’t see being enforced). The ground rules are that photo by Victoria O’sullivan Myers
she doesn’t leave the area where I believe her to be
and she stays with the people I believe her to be with. See yourself in the Morning Calm when you become a USAG-Yongsan Facebook Fan. Just post your travel photos to our page with
Time limits and meeting places are important as well. a quick description covering who, what, when, where and why and we’ll see you in the paper. - Your Yongsan PAO team
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Truly ‘Here for you’

F
olks, we have done it again! For this day a reality. The nomination process
the third time in as many years, is vigorous.
we have achieved excellence by As a community that is “Here for you,”
placing in the exclusiveArmy we have been keeping our Army Family
Communities of Excellence! Covenant promise by: --Standardizing
On May 4, Chief of Staff of the Army and funding existing Family programs and
Gen. George Casey and Installation services --Improving Soldier and Family
Management Command Commander Lt. housing --Ensuring excellence in schools,
Gen. Rick Lynch presented me and my staff youth services and child care --Expanding
with a trophy and education and
commemorative employment
flag at the Pentagon
“I cannot thank you oppor tunities for
honoring our
Bronze Award.
enough for your support Family members.
Our victory means
Our Bronze Award
victory has won
in making us a Commu- we’re on the right
track and making
the community a
$250,000 prize,
nity of Excellence three the right decisions
with your valuable
which we plan feedback. I am proud
to reinvest into
years in a row.” to live and work in
making Yongsan Col. Dave Hall one of the top U.S.
e v e n b e t t e r. I USAG Yongsan Army communities
cannot begin Commander in the world. I hope
to tell you how you are too. As my
honored I am to command at Yongsan
be the commander draws to a close, I
of such a great cannot thank you
community. enough for your support in making us a
The Army Communities of Excellence Community of Excellence three years in a
competition is the gold standard for row. We could not do it without you.
installation management. It measures If you would like to suggest how we
how well the Garrison staff and support can best use that $250K to spend wisely
offices meet the needs of our community on community-oriented programs, please
members. answer our Facebook Question of the Week
A lot of very hard work went into making at www.facebook.com/youryongsan.

ACOE from Page 9

• U.S. Army Garrison Fort Campbell, Ky.
• U.S. Garrison Fort Hood, Texas
Bronze Winners
• U.S. Army Garrison Fort Leavenworth,
Kan.
• U.S. Army Garrison Schinnen, The
Netherlands
• U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, Republic of
Korea
Exemplary Practice Winners
• U.S. Army Garrison Detroit Arsenal, Mich.
• U.S. Army Garrison Fort Carson,
Colo.
• U.S. Army Garrison Fort Detrick, Md.
• U.S. Army Garrison Fort Drum, N.Y.
• U.S. Garrison Fort Rucker, Ala.
• U.S. Garrison Japan
Special Category Winners
• Minnesota, Army National Guard
• Army Reserves, 1st Mission Support
Command, Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico

HIRED from Page 11

the students for completing their jobs
successfully.
“The responsibility that children learn
from their first job is something they
will carry on forever,” he said. “The
reason why we support this program on
our Garrison is that the Hired! program
allows us to get high school students
into actual job situations with some
compensation.”
For questions concerning the next
Hired! Youth Program, contact Hired!
Workforce Preparation Specialist Lauren
Jenkins at 738-8113/2310.
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CASEY from Page 2

A commander’s thoughts on malaria prevention
“But, we are stretched,” Casey acknowledged,
pointing out that Army families feel a great deal
of that strain.
“We were asking them to endure [a]
significantly greater burden than they signed up
for,” Casey said. “So, we doubled the amount of
money dedicated to family programs. We also
accelerated the growth of the Army.”
The original plus-up for the Army was
supposed to be finished in 2012. But families
thought that was too far into the future, Casey
said. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates, he
said, allowed the service to speed up recruiting
for the larger force. The Army finished its plus-
up last year.
“That additional growth has really helped
us,” the general added. Some 94,000 American
servicemembers are in Iraq, and 87,000 are in
Afghanistan. Casey said roughly 90 percent
of the soldiers in the Army have deployed, are
in units with orders to deploy, or are in basic
training and advanced individual training.
“Everybody is moving toward the fight,” Casey
said.
Asked if the Army is ready to implement
changes if Congress repeals the law that bars By LTC John Rhodes daily in our mission to provide protection and battalion takes the malaria medicine every
openly gay soldiers from serving, Casey said he security for the JSA in the Demilitarized Zone Tuesday at our physical training formation
needs to wait for the results of a study that Gates I command the United Nations Command between North and South Korea. under direct supervision. Our medical
commissioned to investigate that question. Security Battalion - Joint Security Area at Camp Here is what I have done to protect myself section provides assistance during this weekly
Jeh C. Johnson, the Defense Department’s Bonifas, Korea. For the nearly two years of my and Soldiers from malaria on our camp and event and every Soldier signs for their pill
general counsel, and Army Gen. Carter F. Ham, command, we thankfully have not seen a single at the DMZ and JSA. We began by dipping and takes the pill immediately afterwards,
commander of U.S. Army Europe, are leading malaria case. We know malaria exists in our area and spraying our Army Combat Uniforms in directly in front of the medical staff.
the study panel. of operations because a Republic of Korea Army permethrin on April 15 to have two uniforms Wearing pemethrin impregnated
“We don’t know what we need to do yet,” battalion here confirmed 13 cases in 2008 and protected by May 1. On the first Tuesday after uniforms and taking supervised anti-
Casey said. “This will take shape between now nine in 2009. We live on the same camp with April 15, we began taking our anti-malarial malarial medication are my keys to ensuring
and the first of December.” that ROK Army battalion and they support us medicine to allow it to fully protect us. The the prevention of malaria in the DMZ.
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65th Medical Brigade offers fitness programs

By Ms. Marianne Campano
65th Medical Brigade
May is National Sports and Fitness
Month, a great time to jump start your
fitness program or improve your existing
one. Exercise strengthens your heart and
lungs, increases flexibility, strengthens
muscles, relieves stress, improves your
appearance and burns calories. It lowers
your blood pressure and lessens your risk for
heart disease, type 2 diabetes, hypertension,
and colon and breast cancers. For Service
Members fitness is not only critical to their
overall lifestyle, but it is important to the
mission.
In 2008, the US Department of Health
and Human Services issued its first-ever
Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.
They describe the types and amounts of
physical activity that offer substantial health
benefits to Americans. These guidelines were
developed in response to the overweight
and obesity epidemic in the United States
and the lack of physical activity. Only 3 in
10 adults get the recommended amount of
physical activity. According to the Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention, in
2007-2008, the age-adjusted prevalence
for overweight and obesity combined (BMI
25) were 68.0%. This current inactivity level
puts the population at unnecessary risk. The
guidelines recommend that:
- Children and adolescents (aged
6-17) do one hour or more of physical
activity every day. (Most of the 1 hour should
be moderate or vigorous intensity aerobic
physical activity.) Muscle strengthening and
bone-strengthening activity should also
be incorporated at least 3 days per
week.
- Adults (aged 18-64)
should do at a minimum
two hours and 30 minutes
of moderate-intensity, or
1 hour and 15 minutes a
week of vigorous intensity
aerobic physical activity per
week. Adults should also
do muscle-strengthening
activities that involve all
major muscle groups on
two or more days. These
requirements should be easily
met by Service Members as
part of their ongoing physical
fitness training.
- Older adults aged 65
and older should follow the adult
guidelines unless limited by chronic
conditions or physical abilities. They
should be as physically active as their
abilities allow and do exercises that improve
balance.
Aerobic activity should be performed
throughout the week, and performed in
episodes of at least ten minutes.
The benefits derived from a good
physical fitness program are many and
the opportunities across Korea are vast.
In addition to unit physical training
opportunities, Service Members, Family
Members and Civilians can benefit from
the sports and fitness programs offered at
each Garrison Command. In recognition
of sports and fitness month, each area is
hosting special events in addition to their
ongoing programs. In addition to the
innovate programs like ruck bowling, Area
I has added a new strength and fitness class
at Camp Stanley that offers childcare during
the class. Area II, Army Public Health
Nursing (APHN)- health promotion will
be providing healthy heart screenings and
health education during lunch at the Camp
Coiner DFAC, May 19, the K16 DFAC,
May 20 and the Religious Retreat Center
DFAC June 3. Additionally, DFMWR is
sponsoring the 8 week fitness challenge that
is in progress and numerous opportunities
for fitness with the Garrison Fitness Clubs
that offers everything from water fitness to
Cross Fit, with numerous times and dates
to accommodate almost anyone’s schedule.
In Area III, a Youth Running Club has
started on Camp Humphreys for children
in 3rd-8th grade. To register, call 753-5361.
In Area IV, APHN- health promotion is
holding an all night cancer relay May 14
to raise awareness about cancer, honor
those affected by cancer and engage the
community in physical activity which
reduces the risk of several cancers. Teams will
walk, jog, or run on the track throughout the
night of the 14th. A “full body no weight
workout” demonstration will also be held
at the Kelly Fitness Center Gymnasium on
27 May from 0900-0930, 1000-1030 and
1100-1130. For more information on both
of these events, call 764-4253.

Security Battalion leaders invited to visit Blue House

ARMY
BALL
Celebrate the 235th
Army Birthday Ball

June 11, 2010 at

Seoul Grand Hyatt
Ballroom

For ticket information

By 2nd Lt. Greg Gifford
United Nations Command Security Battalion-Joint Security Area Public Affairs contact your local unit
SEOUL — The South Korean Presidential Security Service invited United Nations Command Security
Battalion-Joint Security Area leaders for a tour of the Blue House (Cheongwadae), the executive office and official
Army birthday ball
residence of South Korean President Lee Myung-bak.
PSS personnel guided the Republic of Korea and U.S. Army officers through the grounds of Cheongwadae representative
and explained the mission they perform. The Blue House visit was designed to further enhance the relationship
between the PSS and the JSA Security Battalion.
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Area I Worship Schedule
Protestant Services
Collective Collective Sunday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital
Sunday 1000 Stone Chapel
Sunday 1000 West Casey Chapel
Sunday 1100 Warrior Chapel
Sunday 1100 Crusader Chapel
Sunday 1100 Hovey Chapel
Gospel Non-denominational Contemporary 1700 Freedom Chapel
Sunday 1100 Casey Memorial Chapel
COGIC
Sunday 1230 CRC Warrior Chapel
KATUSA Sunday 1330 Memorial Chapel
Sunday 1900 CRC Warrior Chapel
Tuesday 1830 Casey Memorial Chapel
Tuesday 1830 Camp Hovey Chapel
Catholic Services/Mass
Sunday 0900 CRC Warrior Chapel
Sunday 1200 West Casey Chapel
Sunday 0930 Camp Hovey Chapel
Jewish
Friday 1830 West Casey Chapel
USAG-Yongsan Chaplains
Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jeffrey D. Hawkins:
jeffrey.d.hawkins@us.army.mil, 738-3009
Chaplain (Maj.) Terry E. Jarvis:
terry.e.jarvis@korea.army.mil, 738-3917
Chaplain (Maj.) Daniel E. Husak:
daniel.husak1@us.army.mil, 736-3018
CHAPLAIN
Area II Worship Schedule
Protestant Services
Sunday 1030 K-16 Chapel
Liturgical Sunday 0800 Memorial Chapel
Contemporary Sunday 0930 South Post Chapel
Sunday 1100 Hanam Village Chapel
Sunday 1100 South Post Chapel
Gospel Sunday 1230 South Post Chapel
Mision Pentecostal Hispana Korean
Sunday 1430 South Post Chapel
United Pentecostal Sunday 0900 Camp Walker
Tuesday 1830 Memorial Chapel
KATUSA 1500 Suwon Air Base Chapel
Seventh-Day Adventist
Saturday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital
Episcopal Sunday 1000 Memorial Chapel
Catholic Services
Catholic Mass Saturday 1700 Memorial Chapel
Sunday 0800 South Post Chapel
Sunday 1130 Memorial Chapel
Mon/Wed/Thur/Fri 1145 Memorial Chapel
1st Sat. 0900 Memorial Chapel
Jewish
Friday 1900 South Post Chapel
Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact
USAG-Humphreys Chaplains
Chaplain (Maj.) John Chun:
john.chun@us.army.mil, 754-7274
Chaplain (Capt.) Anthony Flores:
Anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil,
754-7042
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Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
Protestant Services Protestant Services
Collective Collective Protestant
Sunday 1100 Freedom Chapel Sunday 1000 Camp Carroll
1100 Suwon Air Base Chapel 1030 Camp Walker
Church of Christ 1700 Camp Walker
Gospel 1300 Freedom Chapel Gospel 1215 Camp Walker
Church of Christ 1700 Bldg. 558, Room 206 Contemporary
Wednesday 1900 Camp Carroll
Friday 1900 Camp Walker
KATUSA KATUSA
Tuesday 1900 Freedom Chapel Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll
Tuesday 1830 Camp Walker
Wednesday 1930 Freedom Chapel Catholic Services
Mass
Catholic Services 1145 Camp Carroll
Sunday 0900 Freedom Chapel
Mon/Wed/Thur/Fri 1145 Freedom Chapel
The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the United
Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized
civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war.
Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at:
http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/fkch.aspx for helpful links and information.
USAG-Red Cloud/Casey USAG-Daegu Chaplains
2ID Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jonathan Gibbs: Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Kwon Pyo:
jonathan.gibbs@us.army.mil, 732-7998 kwon.pyo@korea.army.mil, 764-5455
Red Cloud Chaplain (Lt. Col) David Acuff: Chaplain (Capt.) Mike Jones:
david.acuff@korea.army.mil, 732-6169 michael.jones124@us.army.mil,
765-8991
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Dancehall artist Sean Paul performs on Casey

Staff Sgt. Manuel Sanchez 2/9 Infantry Battallion tank commander gives Jamaican Rapper Sean Paul a tour of Camp Casey before the artist performed in a
concert for service members May 5. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Jamal Walker

(Above) Reggae artist Sean Paul hold the microphone to the crowd as he
performs “I’m still in Love” during a concert for servicemembers May 5. (Below)
Reggae artist Sean Paul signs autographs and gives “shout outs” on the AFN
radio station on Casey Garrison May 5. — U.S. Army photos by Pvt. Jamal
Walker

Grammy Award winner Sean Paul performs “Get Busy” during a cenert for
servicemembers May 5. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Jamal Walker
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Commissaries honor best in meat merchandising
The staff at Fort Bliss Commissary, Texas, created a customer tutor, “Healthy Choice Man,” to
explain health benefits of a variety of meat selections. — DeCA Photo
By Cherie Huntington
DeCA public affairs specialist
FORT LEE, Va. – No matter what entrée
gets you salivating at supper time – a traditional
favorite such as filet mignon or something a
little more on “the wild side,” such as bison
burgers – you can find it at unbeatable savings
at your commissary.
That quality, variety and value took the
spotlight for the Defense Commissary Agency’s
2nd Annual Meat Merchandising Contest
2009.
“Merchandising talent helps remind
customers that the meat department offers
remarkable savings,” said Philip E. Sakowitz
Jr., DeCA director and CEO. “Maybe that
helps you afford steak at the family gathering,
plenty of turkey meatballs for that pasta dinner,
or whatever you like best. And, you’ll receive
the same personalized attention whether you’re
buying a crown roast or a pound of ground
beef.”
Thirteen commissaries worldwide earned
honors this year. They were judged on their
performance during the contest period of
June 1 through Sept. 30, 2009. Winning
meat department teams are listed below by
store category, including “site stores,” or small
commissaries that receive fresh meats processed
and wrapped at larger stores. Commissaries are
grouped by bands based on prior year actual
annual sales in order to compare like-sized
stores in various operational statistics.
Continental U.S. stores
Sales band 10 to 14
• First place: Fort Bliss Commissary,
Texas
• Second place: Fort Myer Commissary,
Va.
Sales band 6 to 9
• First place: Offutt Air Force Base
Commissary, Neb.
• S e c o n d p l a c e : Fo r t E u s t i s
Commissary, Va.
NEWS
Sales band 1 to 5
• First place: Sheppard Air Force Base
Commissary, Texas
• Second place: Marine Corps Air
Station New River Commissary, N.C.
Site store
• First place: Naval Air Station Barbers
Point Commissary, Hawaii
(supported by Pearl Harbor Commissary,
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii)
• Second place: Fort McPherson
Commissary, Ga.
Overseas stores
Sales band 4 to 14
• First place: Yokota Air Base
Commissary, Japan
• Second place: Ramstein Air Base,
Germany
Sales band 1 to 3
• First place: Navy Air Facility Atsugi
Commissary, Japan
• Second place: Garmisch Commissary,
Germany
Site store
• First place: Camp Zama Commissary,
Japan
(supported by Sagamihara Commissary,
Japan)
The annual competition highlights the
commissary’s goal to serve as nutritional leader
for the Department of Defense. Winning stores
excelled in quality and team performance in
areas including display and merchandising,
customer education and outreach and increased
sales.
“Our theme this year was, ‘Meat Your
Healthy Choices,’” said Chris Burns, DeCA’s
sales director. “You’ll find plenty of lean, health-
conscious selections at your commissary, and
other favorites are well-trimmed and cut to
your exact preferences – at no extra cost to
you.”
Exchange Investing in Facilities
Army & Air Force Exchange Service
Public Affairs
DALLAS – Construction on a military
installation is a sign of progress as the
Department of Defense transforms. The Army
& Air Force Exchange Service is playing an
active part in this process as the organization
has completed 123 major facility projects,
valued at more than $1.1 billion dollars, over
the past five years to provide the right size and
mix of exchange facilities where Soldiers and
Airmen are stationed.
During a recessionary period, when many
retailers are tightening the reins on capital
expenditures, AAFES, which finances projects
through the sale of merchandise and services,
is actually accelerating facility renovations to
improve service. Funding comes strictly from
self-generated, non-appropriated resources and
is not a burden to the American taxpayer.
“With a slumping economy, shoppers have
been asking more questions about capital
improvements,” said Army & Air Force
Exchange Service’s Senior Vice President of
Real Estate Mike Gividen. “We want our
customers to know we are investing in our
facilities more than ever before.”
As a non-appropriated government entity,
funds to build new or replacement AAFES
facilities come entirely from the sale of
merchandise and services. While the majority
of earnings generated are returned to Air
Force Services and Army Morale, Welfare and
Recreation programs for quality of life efforts,
historically about one-third is re-invested into
exchange operations to build new facilities or
update existing stores.
On any given day there are some 300 construction workers at the Ft. Bliss’ Freedom Crossing
working toward an aggressive grand opening date of Oct. 21, 2010. Just eight months after
breaking ground on July 17, 2009, what will be the world’s largest military exchange is already
70 percent complete. — AAFES Photo
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“There is a direct correlation between
patronage at the exchange and resulting capital
improvement projects,” said Gividen. “AAFES
shoppers are essentially AAFES’ shareholders
and our goal is to be our customer’s first choice.
As such, we have a responsibility to properly
re-invest in our facilities to provide a pleasant,
first-class shopping experience.”
The replacement of aging facilities begins
with a thorough evaluation of factors such as age,
potential demand and military transformation
requirements. Once complete, AAFES’ Real
Estate team is able to identify potential priority
locations that are reviewed for replacement. By
the end of 2010, AAFES will have opened the
doors to five new shopping centers, including
the world’s largest exchange – a sprawling
490,000-sq.-ft. multi-use retail development
at Ft. Bliss. This is in addition to six new
shopping centers opened in 2009.
Since new facilities are not always financially
feasible, the useful life of a Main Store
can be extended through an image update
renovation.
“Many of our Main Stores have years of
useful life left in them. They just need a
facelift,” said Gus Elliott, vice president of the
facilities division in charge of renovations. “As
we executed renovation projects last year, we
were experiencing 25-30% savings because
contractors needed work. As a result, we
decided to accelerate future renovations not only
to realize capital program savings, but to help
the local contractors with increased business
during these tough economic times.”
AAFES plans to bring twenty-four exchanges
up to current retail design standards in 2010.
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2nd CAB assists in Cheonan rescue efforts
2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs
H U M P H R EY S G A R R I S O N —
Within days after the Republic of Korea
warship Cheonan sank, March 26 in the
Yellow Sea, Army helicopters from the 2nd
Combat Aviation Brigade were called in to
provide medical evacuation support.
“We deployed one forward support
medical team, consisting of two crews and
required support personnel, to provide
immediate overwater 24-hour medical
evacuation coverage throughout the recovery
and salvage operations,” said Maj. Josephine
Thompson, commander, Charlie Company,
3rd General Support Aviation Battalion.
The MEDEVAC crews landed aboard
a ROK ship to conduct medical treatment
and evacuation operations for any wounded
U.S., ROK or civilian dive personnel during
the search and rescue efforts. Fifty-eight
ROK sailors were rescued.
“We were the first Americans to get deck
landing qualifications for the ROK Navy
ship, Dokdo, and the first Americans to set
foot on the island of PY Do (Paengyeong-
do), which is about two miles from North
Korea, in more than 30 years,” said 1st Lt.
Jared Brynildsen, aero medical evacuation
pilot and MEDEVAC support team leader.
The MEDEVAC teams spent two weeks
aboard the Dokdo working side-by-side with
ROK Navy learning how they conducted
onboard operations. The crews then went
to the island of P Y Do for 10 days to work
with ROK Marines to conduct maintenance
and resupply operations while providing
continuous 24-hour medical evacuation
support. The crew also acted as air liaisons
between the ROK and U.S. forces.
Although 2nd CAB conducts joint
training with ROK forces throughout the
year, this was the first time an Army ground
unit operated off a Korean Navy ship,
according to Brynildsen.
Air Defenders compete for NCO, Soldier of the Year
By Pfc. Michael A. Vanpool
35th ADA Brigade Public Affairs
OSAN AIR BASE — Nine Air Defenders
of the 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade
competed through four days of evaluations,
sweating and testing in hopes of being
named the brigade’s Noncommissioned
Officer, U.S. and Korean Augmentation to
the U.S. Army Soldier, here, May 3 to 7.
Sgt. Sean M. McSherry, of Charlie
Battery, 6th Battalion, 52nd Air and Missile
Defense Regiment, was named the NCO
of the Year, Sgt. Cody L. Thorington, of
Headquarters and Headquarters Battery,
6-52 AMD was named the Soldier of the
Year and Cpl. Choi, Bing-su, also of HHB,
6-52 AMD, was named the KATUSA of
the Year.
“This was a strenuous, four-
day competition for all the Soldiers
participating,” said Command Sgt. Maj.
Jerome Wiggins, the brigade command
sergeant major, during the awards ceremony
May 7. “The challenges faced this week,
will prepare them for the upcoming Eighth
Army competitions.”
The competition began with a board,
led by Wiggins and other senior NCOs
From left, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Chris Denney, Chief Warrant Officer 2 Greg Love, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Johnny Garcia, Chief Warrant Officer
Scott Thomas, Spc. Travis Hughes and Sgt. Nathan Scaggs, assigned to Charlie Company, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion, take a break
before heading out to provide 24-hour medical evacuation coverage during the recovery and salvage operations of the Republic of Korean warship,
Cheonan, which sank March 26 in the Yellow Sea. — Courtesy photo
“We’ve trained with our Korean allies
on various MEDEVAC and helicopter
techniques and procedures, ensuring that
we were able to execute the mission while
strengthening our relationship aboard the
ship,” Brynildsen said.
“ We’ve conducted a tremendous
amount of MEDEVAC training with the
ROK military, but this was a unique, yet
heartbreaking opportunity to enhance our
relations and operations – to physically
reside with our allies on the boat and
perform MEDEVAC operations as ‘One
Team’,” Thompson said. “The real world
training that was conducted on the ship
tremendously enhanced our knowledge of
ROK forces’ capabilities, how they operate
and how we can effectively and efficiently
integrate and provide first class support.”
Both U.S. and Korean Augmentation to
Corporal Choi, Bing-su calls for a medical
evacuation during the Warrior Task portion
of the 35th Air Defense Artillery Korean
Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldier of
the Year competition, May 6. — U.S. Army
photo by Sgt. Scott E. Smith
of the 35th. This board consisted of the
NCO, Soldier and KATUSA of the Quarter
boards that all the competitors won prior to
advancing to the competition.
The second day started with a weigh-in
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the U.S. Army Soldiers, who participated in Chief Warrant Officer 3 Chris Denny,
this mission, said they were honored to be Chief Warrant Officer 2 Scott Thomas, Sgt.
able to assist the Korean people and work Nathan Skaggs and Sgt. Paul Swafford, who
with the different ROK militaries. are looking out for others.”
Flight medic, Cpl. Jay Boucher, of For KATUSA, Pfc. Kook, Yeon-woo, it
Charlie Co., 3-2 GSAB, recalled a flight was a personal honor. Kook, a freshman at
where he provided medical care for a ROK Indiana University, is assigned as the unit
Navy sailor who was exhibiting signs of personnel clerk, but served as a translator
cardiac arrest and one who had a back injury. during this mission.
“Our training prepared us for the “I was happy to be there to help the
mission, and it’s a great feeling to be able Soldiers and to help the Korean people,”
to help the people of Korea during this Kook said.
tragedy,” Boucher said. “You always hear the phrase ‘Katchi
“We were able to provide for the medical Kapshida — we go together’, but this
evacuation of two ROK sailors and one U.S. mission brought that saying to life with
sailor,” Brynildsen said. “One evacuation the Korean, U.S., Australian and other
was an extreme high risk, which the crew contingents that came out to help,” said
was willing to accept, putting others in Swafford. “We go together and we are here
front of themselves. But those are the kind to help at any time.”
of guys flying MEDEVAC. Soldiers like
and Army Physical Fitness Test. The Soldiers
then moved out to Yongin Mountain to
test their land navigation skills. During
both the day and night evaluation, they
had to find points by climbing through
the mountainous terrain, armed with only
a map, pencil, protractor and an azimuth.
The competitors continued Warrior
Tasks during the third day, which began with
qualifications on an M16 rifle at the small
arms range at USAG-Humphreys. Later
that day, the Soldiers ran through various
lanes which tested them on performing
voice communications to request a medical
evacuation, reacting to a chemical, biological,
radiological and nuclear hazard, evaluating
simulated casualties and performing first aid.
The final event was a 12-mile ruck march
around Osan Air Base. The Soldiers had
less than 3 hours, 20 minutes to complete
the course, with several finishing in just
over two. Sergeant Cody L. Thorington and Sgt.
Following the completion of all the Sean M. McSherry, winners of the 35th Air
events, each of the NCOs, Soldiers and Defense Artillery Soldier and NCO of the
KATUSAs were honored during an Year competitions, respectively, march with
awards ceremony. The winners received an 35-pound ruck sacks through the final portion
Army Commendation Medal, a Brigade of a 12-mile course, May 7. — U.S. Army
Commander’s coin and additional items. photo by Pfc. Michael A. Vanpool
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News & Notes
AAFES Organization Day Closures
The following Army and Air Force Exchange
Service facilities will be closed for
Organizational Day activities May 17: Suwon
Base Exchange (Bldg. 2134), Sorak (Family
Housing) Shoppette (Bldg. S-575), Gas Station
(Bldg. T-205) and the Burger King Trailer. For
more information, call 753-6870.
NEO Exercise Begins May 20
United States Forces Korea will conduct
Courageous Channel 2010, a Korea-wide
noncombatant evacuation operation exercise,
May 20 to 22. Participation in NEO, which
tests the rapid relocation and safe evacuation
of noncombatants, is mandatory. At USAG-
Humphreys, the exercise will be held in
Zoeckler Station Gym. Dates and times for
processing are: May 20, from 5 to 10 p.m., and
May 21 and 22, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more
information, contact your NEO warden or call
754-3113, or visit http://humphreys.korea.army.
mil/NEO.
Volunteer Awards, Dinner Set
The Humphreys Garrison Volunteer of the Year
Awards and Volunteer Appreciation Dinner will
be in the Community Activity Center, May 21,
starting at 6 p.m. All registered volunteers are
encouraged to attend. To RSVP, or for more
information, call 753-3266.
Splish and Splash Opens May 29
About 200 participants took part in the chilly
Polar Bear Swim in January at Splish and
Splash and now it’s time to open the doors
for the 2010 summer season. Opening day is
May 29 and admission is free. The water park
features two slides, a zero entry water play
area, children’s pool and water fort, an Olympic
size pool, hot tub, snack bar, outdoor volleyball
court, one- and three-meter diving boards, an
amphitheatre, water basketball area and locker
rooms. No food or beverages are allowed to
be brought in the facility. Season passes go on
sale Monday at the Community Activity Center
and Splish and Splash. For more information,
call 754-6412.
Youth Running Club
The Youth Running Club, for boys and girls in
third through eighth grades, meets Tuesdays
and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m., at Zoeckler
Gym track. The club is sponsored by Youth
Sports and participants receive a free t-shirt,
along with nutrition guidance. For more
information, call 753-5602 or 753-5601.
FRC Has Coupons Available
The Family Readiness Center, located in Bldg.
1127, has bags of money saving coupons
available for use at either the Post Exchange or
the Commissary. Coupons are good overseas
up to six months past the expiration date. For
more information, call 753-6522.
Suicide Crisis Numbers
The following are Suicide Crisis telephone
numbers available to the USAG-Humphreys
community: USAG-Humphreys Behavioral
Health, 753-7657; Brian Allgood Army
Community Hospital Behavioral Health, 737-
5508; and USAG-Humphreys Duty Chaplain,
011-9496-7445.
Voting Information
The following states will hold Primary Elections
during June, on the date indicated:
June 1: Alabama, Mississippi, New Mexico
June 8: California, Iowa, Maine, Montana,
Nevada, New Jersey, North Dakota, South
Carolina, South Dakota, Virginia
All members of the U.S. Uniformed Services,
their Family Members and citizens residing
outside the U.S., who are residents from these
States can process a ballot application at www.
fvap.gov/FPCA.
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Cheonan City provides tour,
expresses thanks to Americans
By Peter Yu
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
H U M P H R EY S G A R R I S O N —
Approximately 30 Soldiers, Family Members
and civilians participated in a one-day free
city tour of Cheonan, May 1. The tour was
sponsored by the Cheonan Association
of the United States Army Corporate and
Cheonan City.
The group began the visit at Martin Park,
which is named for Col. Robert R. Martin,
one of 98 members of the 34th Regiment,
24th Infantry Division, who were killed in
action while defending Cheonan against an
overwhelming North Korean onslaught, on
July 6, 1950.
Martin, originally from Toledo, Ohio,
was posthumously awarded the first
Distinguished Service Cross given for action
in the Korean War. In Korea for only 14
days, he had been killed while attacking a
North Korean tank.
Each year at Martin Park, built on land
donated by Cheonan City near the battle
site, a memorial ceremony is held to honor
the sacrifice of Martin and his men.
“We always thank and welcome U.S.
Soldiers and their Family Members to
Cheonan because we never forget those
who sacrificed to protect our country from
the North Korean Communists’ invasion
and keep freedom in Korean peninsula
during the Korean War in 1950,” said Song,
Young-kyu, president, Cheonan AUSA
Corporate, when greeting the group at
Martin Park. Song, the former president of
Korea Freedom League Cheonan Chapter,
greatly contributed to establishing Martin
Park. Because of his efforts, he received a
U.S. Forces Korea Good Neighbor Award.
Afterwards, the group visited
Independence Hall, and then, after lunch
at Daemyong Garden restaurant, finished Humphreys Garrison personnel, who participated in a May 1 tour of Cheonan City, help ring the
the day by visiting the Cheonan Museum. Reunification Bell inside the Independence Hall area. — U.S. Army photo by Lee, Hye-young
“I thought the Independence Hall
Museum was wonderful and I did not for 36th Signal Battalion, echoed those Culture and Tourism Department, thanked
previously know much about the history sentiments by saying, “I thought the those who attended and invited them, and
between Korea and Japan,” said Kalyn Independence Hall was the best experience all of USAG-Humphreys, to the Cheonan
Simpson, USAG-Humphreys Red Cross because Korean history was explained in Heungtaryeong Dance Festival 2010, to be
director. “I wish we had more time there to detail. My wife and I came away with more held Oct. 5 to 10. For more information
see more of the buildings and learn more understanding of what happened with the about the festival, call 041-521-5164 or
about the history.” Japanese occupation of Korea.” check the webpage, www.dancefestival.or.kr.
Steve Sholar, a quality assurance specialist Kim, Chong-hee, a city official from the
ACS celebrates
Military Spouses
The theme for Humphreys Army
Community Services’ Military Spouse
Appreciation Day, May 7, was “Military
Spouses Bloom Where They Are
Planted.” Since 1984, the day has been
celebrated on the Friday before Mother’s
Day, acknowledging celebrating the
significant contributions, support and
sacrifices of the Armed Forces military
spouse. Attendees received flowers and
were treated to cake and ice cream and
various prizes. — U.S. Army photo by
Steven Hoover
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ACS intern has meaningful ‘Sure, can do’ attitude
By Lee, Hye-young
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Last
year, when Hwang, Jin-young, an intern
with Army Community Services, here, was
deciding how he wanted to finish his degree
program at NamSeoul University, he wanted
to make sure his last semester in college was
something special because he thought it
could change his future life.
He had a choice between the USAG-
Humphreys internship program and an
overseas study program in the Philippines.
From the looks of things, Young, a sports
management major, seems to be happy with
his decision.
While other interns applied for
departments that are related to their
majors, he did not. He wanted to use more
English and have experiences with American
culture. So he filled out an application for
the internship program.
“I wanted to spend my last semester
doing something meaningful, so I thought
about the internship program during
the winter vacation,” Young said. “I was
Soldiers from the 6-52nd Air Missile Defense Battalion sit side-by-side with children at the House
that Develops Dreams Orphanage talent show on Parent’s Day, May 8. — U.S. Army photo by
Pfc. Lee, Man-hee
Iron Horse Soldiers become
‘parents’ to Suwon orphans
By 2nd Lt. Daniel Kim
6-52nd Air Missile Defense Battalion
SUWON — Soldiers of 6-52nd Air
Missile Defense Battalion visited the House
that Develops Dreams Orphanage, here,
on Parent’s Day, May 8, a national Korean
holiday.
The children welcomed the Soldiers by
presenting Lt. Col. Robert L. Kelley, 6-52nd
battalion commander with a carnation, the
traditional flower that all Korean children
give to their parents on this day. After
learning that Kelley would be departing in
June, the children and staff also prepared
gifts and personal letters of farewell.
Kelley expressed his gratitude saying,
“Words cannot express how grateful I am to
have been part of this family at the House
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confused at the beginning of the program,
because I wasn’t quite sure what to do.
After a few days, I began to have things to
do and felt like I was becoming part of the
ACS staff.”
One of his primary duties is to put
together the packets for the ACS Newcomers
Briefing. He also participates in classes and
works as an assistant to everyone at ACS.
Suzanne James, the ACS director,
and Denise Chappell, the Volunteer and
Internship program coordinator gave him
the project of creating a homepage for ACS.
He is coordinating this project with the
Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation
marketing intern.
“He (Young) is always helpful and kind,”
James said. “Whenever we ask him to do
something, his answer is always, ‘Sure,
can do.’ I want our next interns to be like
Young.”
Following this program, he wants to
enter the graduate school of an overseas
university. Although he feels that getting
a job is important, he prefers learning and Hwang Jin-young, an intern with Army Community Services, prepares the packets given to
experiencing many things. everyone who attends the weekly Newcomers Briefing each Tuesday. Hwang is one of seven
interns in Humphreys Garrison. — U.S. Army photo by Lee, Hye-young
that Develops Dreams. The relationship
goes both ways, as the children, along
with the Iron Horse Soldiers, appreciate
the experience that is shared through the
sponsorship. My departure should not
hinder the bond that the battalion has with
the children. It is the Soldiers, children, and
teachers that create the experiences.”
The day’s festivities consisted of a talent
show which included a dance by children
dressed up in traditional Korean dress,
6-52nd unveils statue
poetry recitals, singing, and a song done in SUWON AIR BASE — The 6-52nd Air Missile Defense Battalion unveiled its “Iron Horse”
sign language. statue during a ceremony, here, May 7. The statue, which was designed by Spc. Jerry Choet,
After the talent show, the Soldiers and consists of the Iron Horse with 6-52 AMD Bn.’s insignia, with the motto “Semper Paratus,”
children enjoyed a Parent’s Day luncheon, in Latin, which means “Always Prepared.” The Iron Horse Battalion has kept its roots in
of pizza and “kim bap.” Following the meal, the Republic of Korea since the beginning of the Korean War in 1950, as part of Bravo
the new ‘parents’ and children, played soccer, Battery, 52nd Field Artillery Battalion, 24th Infantry Division. In May of 2009, the 6-52nd
basketball, card and board games. conducted a Permanent Change of Station here. — U.S. Army photo by 2nd Lt. Daniel Kim
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USAG Daegu EEO director addresses the

many faces of a hostile work environment
By Mary Grimes
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
DAEGU GARRISON — You’ve been
passed over for promotion. He’s unhappy
about the location of his cubicle. She’s
angry that the new guy has been invited
to attend the annual conference. I’m upset
because I was left out of the congratulatory
remarks. Someone’s complaining about the
extensive smoke breaks a co-worker takes.
For some, these may be areas of
contention that aren’t worth the time
of day. For others, they may be the
foundations upon which hostile work
environments are born.
According to U.S. Army Garrison
Daegu Equal Employment Opportunity
Officer Adriano Vazquez, hostility in
the workplace is something nobody can
dismiss. “We live in a different day and
age,” Vasquez said. “There once was a time
when we could sit down and talk things
out more easily with a colleague. Today,
so many factors are out there that make it
necessary that we no longer gloss over or
take lightly the possibility that something
is off with a person, or that an action or a
statement might demand more than just a
raised brow.”
Vasquez said that from an EEO
perspective, the meaning of a hostile
workplace is rather straightforward.
“From an EEO perspective, a hostile
workplace is a general sequence of events
that ultimately leads up to circumstances
affecting the condition of the employment
A hostile workplace involves a series of events that eventually lead up to circumstances that
affect the conditions of employment for the individual. — U.S. Army Photo by Kim, See-un
for the individual, and thereby results in
a negative effect on their ability to do
their job.
“Here in EEO when we talk about
work environments, we’re talking about
those Korean Nationals and U.S. personnel
that are permitted to use our services
through the complaint process. They are
both current and/or former employees. I
might add that some contractors can also
use our services. In such cases, however, it
should be written in their agreement that
we should do that.”
The EEO director said that recognizing
that a problem exists is a major step toward
resolving almost any issue. “Knowing
what to look for is of major importance
because there is more than one type of
hostile work environment,” Vasquez said.
“Work environments can be sexual and
non-sexual. These are clearly two different
environments, and they are based largely
on a couple of theories. Those theories are
desperate treatment, and adverse impact.
“Desperate treatment is individual
focused. It takes a deeper look at the
individual. The adverse impact theory
focuses on how an issue affects the group.
These theories are in essence saying that
because of events, the conditions of the
individual’s employment may have been so
gravely affected, for example promotions,
awards or the ability of that person to do
their job –that it has a negative effect on
their job.
“In the case of hostile work environment A hostile work environment can take on many faces, one of which is finger pointing. — U.S.
sexual, it’s making unwelcomed and Army Photo by Kim, See-un
unwanted sexual advances that create a some of them earlier, but just to give you
hostile work environment, and usually an idea, it could take the form of yelling
that’s viewed from the reasonable person at someone, in-your-face finger pointing,
standard. You hear of that standard a lot. making jokes at the expense of someone
It asks the question, what do we expect else, or making fun about an individual
our people to do in that kind of situation? and then following it up with some type
What do you expect the normal behavior to of employment action. By that I mean
be? What would the reasonable person do not promoting the person, or giving the
when faced with that type of event? These individual a less than stellar evaluation.
questions are extremely important and they These situations contain the ingredients
have to be addressed in their fullness. This needed to influence or create a hostile
is very important.” work environment.”
According to Vasquez, a hostile work Wrapping up his comments, Vasquez
environment can be implied as well. “The said, ”As was mentioned earlier, recognizing
hostile work environment can be mental, that a problem exists is a huge step toward
and in such cases you have to get into eliminating or correcting that problem. I
sorting out how a situation materialized, think a very important thing to keep in
and how it’s affecting the condition of mind is that regardless of the issues and
employment. or the many factors involved, it is the
“The hostile work environment can supervisor who is ultimately responsible
take on so many faces, and we mentioned for the work environment.”

KSC effectively gets the job done in your workplace and beyond
By Kim, See-un
USAG Daegu Public Affairs

DAEGU GARRISON — It doesn’t
matter if it’s day or night, or when or
where, the USAG Daegu and Area IV
community can count on the Korean
Service Corps to support their needs.
Whether it’s carpentr y, plumbing,
landscaping or building, KSC is behind
practically every effort to help maintain
and meet the quality of life needs of the
Area IV community.
Established in 1950, the KSC was
organized by the South Korea Army during
the Korean War to assist with the logistical
challenges of providing ammunition and
supplies to the 8th U.S. Army. Since then,
the corps has evolved tremendously, and
while its missions may have been greatly
enhanced, its commitment to excellence
has not.
According to Chun Yong Choe, Assistant
Company Commander, KSC, Camp Henry,
“KSC are mission essential civilian employees
who are employed by the Republic of Korea
to support United States Forces Korea
armistice and wartime operations.
“These employees come to work and
perform their daily duties just as their
American counterpart does. During an
ordinary day they could be working
in their trained capacity as bus and
ambulance drivers, English teachers
for Korean employees, stonecutters,
mechanics and the list goes on and on.
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t News & Notes Spa Valley Trip gives Camp Henry Soldiers a day of fun in the sun
By PV2. Jang, Bong-seok Headquarters Co., USAG Daegu, visited the Friday getaway that allowed some of
Camp Walker USAG Daegu Public Affairs Daegu’s Spa Valley May 7 for a morale Daegu and Area IV’s finest service members
Indoor Swimming Pool re-opened building and cultural experience, thanks to a chance to relax and be pampered, free of
The Camp Walker indoor swimming
DAEGU GARRISON — U.S. Soldiers HHC Company Commander, Cpt. Sylvia boots and uniforms for at least one day. —
pool has been repaired and re-opened.
and KATUSAs assigned to Headquarters & D. Johnson. The weather was perfect for U.S. Army Photos by PV2. Jang, Bong-seok
The Cp Walker outdoor pool opens
May 29th and Cp Carrol outdoor pool
opens may 21st.

Case Lot Sale

The Camp Walker Commissary will
have a Case Lot sale today through
Sunday. The Commissary invites you
to come out and enjoy the sale, along
with a number of other scheduled
activities.

Memorial Day Weekend Tour to

Beijing, China
Camp Walker Tour and Travel Service
host a trip to Beijing, China May 29
through June 1. Pick up the phone
and call the Camp Walker Tour
and Travel Service at 764-4124 to
reserve your seat. The affordable
travel package includes round trip
airfare, hotel, meals, airport tax, tour
bus fee, individual visa fee, and all
site admission fees. Call today. Don’t
“Hey, hey, the gang’s all here!”
delay.

IAAF World Challenge

The Walker CAC is taking a bus
to the 2010 Colorful Daegu Pre-
Championships (IAAF World Challenge)
May 19. Sign up by COB today or call
764-4123 for details.

Free Golf Lessons

Free Golf Lessons on Saturday! Yes,
FREE GOLF LESSONS! 11 a.m. to
noon at Evergreen Golf Course.

“Um-ma help!” “Ahhhh, this is the life.”

Tobacco user support group

Are you ready to kick the habit? If so,
come out to the new Tobacco User
Support Group every Tuesday at
the Camp Walker, Optometry Clinic
conference room or Wednesday at
the Camp Carroll Army Community
Services from 11 a.m. to noon. Please
call at 764-5594 for details.
Red Cross First Aid training
Daegu American Red Cross is offering
Lay Responder First Aid/CPR/AED
(With optional bridge to Professional
Rescuer CPR/AED and/or Babysitting),
May 17 through May 20 with the
possible bridge May 21. Classes will
run each day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in
the American Red Cross classroom,
building 1425, Camp Henry. A number
of certifications will be received,
including adult, child and infant CPR.
Limited space is available so sign up
now. Call the Daegu ARC office, 768-
7993.
Daegu American School’s youngest teacher proves you’re never too young to follow your dreams
By Kim, Min-yeong
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
DAEGU GARRISON — Just 21 year
s old, Sarah Allen is proof that you’re never
too young to follow your dreams. The
daughter of Daegu and Area IV Deputy Fire
Chief Andrew Allen, Sarah works currently
as a Chinese language teacher at Daegu
American School on Camp Walker.
Sarah graduated from Washington
State University, Pullman, Wash., with a
Bachelor of Arts in the German and Chinese
languages. Sarah speaks four languages
fluently. Chinese, German, Korean and
English make up her arsenal. Her love for
languages is only exceeded by her love for
teaching. “I remember when I first applied
for a job teaching Chinese or German. I
had waited for a call, and then finally when
the call came at about 9 p.m., I was beside
myself.
“When I received the call for an interview,
I was half asleep. After all, who can imagine
receiving a call for an interview during that
time of night. At the time, I was in the U.S.
So, you can imagine the time difference
between the U.S. and Korea. Well, regardless
of the hour of the call, it turned out to
be worth it. I remember the interviewer
asking me a few questions regarding my
qualifications, and checking to see if my
skills were suitable for the job they were
offering.
“I remember thinking during the
interview that I can do what they were
Sarah Allen, a Chinese language teacher
asking,” allen said. “It turned out that that
at Daegu American School, poses with her
job was only offered to me. I was excited
father, USAG Daegu Deputy Fire Chief,
and looking forward to being in one place.
Andrew Allen. — U.S. Army Photo by Kim,
I wanted stability because when I was much
Min-yeong
younger, I traveled from place to place.”
Somewhat settled in her first big job, beginning, but eventually I started feeling
Sarah said that she’s had a lot of challenges. like I had a grip on things. I know there is
“The year has been pretty hectic because a lot of maturing that I will get from this
the Chinese language program was new to job experience. It’s a challenge, but I am
DAS, and it was a first job for me,” she said. looking forward to what lies ahead. I think
“My initial trial had to do with the ability my love for languages and teaching will be
to prepare my classes. Included in that was what helps me become better and stronger.
how do I get the students energized. I have Already DAS has given me an opportunity
to admit that I was a little bit nervous in the and a platform from which to grow.”
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Area beautification activities make a clean sweep through USAG Daegu and Area IV
By Mary Grimes
USAG Daegu Public Affairs

DAEGU GARRISON — Daegu and area beautification activity ran all week and
Area IV Soldiers and KATUSAs pitched involved touching up everything from lawns
in to help with Spring Clean up 2010. The to gutters, and more.

HHC USAG Daegu Soldiers and KATUSAs

cleaned everything from gutters to lawns
during this year’s Spring Clean Up 2010
activities. — U.S. Army Photo by Mary Grimes

Sgt. Min, Joon Ki shows that it’s all in the

Sgt. Bae, Hyo Joon (left), a native of Daegu, and Pvt. Ayesha Fedrick of Riverside, Calif., Area IV soldiers participating in Spring Clean bag as he attempts to haul debris collected
team up to clean up as part of this year’s Spring Clean Up activities. Both Soldiers are Up 2010 tidy up the curbs around Camp during Spring Clean Up 2010 around Camp
assigned to HHC USAG Daegu, Camp Henry.— U.S. Army Photo by Mary Grimes Henry. — U.S. Army Photo by Mary Grimes Henry.— U.S. Army Photo by Mary Grimes
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KSC from Page 25

Choe Chun-yong, Assistant Company Commander, 32nd KSC, Camp Henry, says that
all Korean Service Corps employees are proud to serve, and are committed to
being trained to standard and prepared to assist wherever they are needed
around the Korean peninsula. — U.S. Army Photo by Kim, See-un
It’s important to keep in mind however, if The team is made up of talent that is
we have a wartime requirement, we have as diverse as the jobs and positions they
to be prepared to support the U.S. Army. fill. Bae, Yong-Hoon, the oldest of the
At that time, all of the KSC is mobilized. KSC employees, speaks proudly of his
To be prepared for that type of scenario, experiences and of being with KSC. “I’ve
we have our annual training.” been working with KSC for 24 years,” Bae Korean Service Corp employee Jeong Jae-kyoo, a carpenter, is one of hundreds of employees
Choe said that KSC has a sound said. “I am now the General Trade Senior
providing support and assistance to USAG Daegu and Area IV. — U.S. Army Photo by Kim,
relationship with U.S. Army Garrison leader for 24 years. Our job is to supporting
See-un
Daegu and the entire Area IV community. requests for emergency support anywhere
“We try and do our very best for the in Area IV. I have been working with can be very effective and supportive of the work, and I always want to do a good job.
people that we serve. We have a close Americans for a long time, and I am really KSC mission.” I am sure I made the right choice when I
relationship with the U.S. Army, and we satisfied with my job and my co-workers. Jeong, Jae-Kyoo, a carpenter with 8th came to KSC. I am working with a lot of
are proud of what we do. Each KSC is We have a tough challenge. As you can Army Mobile Labor Force said he too is seniors who have lots of experience. So,
proud of the contribution he makes and imagine, compared to my generation, the always focusing on how he can provide the this allows me a great chance to learn and
the experience he brings to the team,” newer employees are well-educated. I do best possible service to the KSC customer. improve my skills. I think KSC is a great
said Choe. my best to learn as much as I can so that I “I’ve always had an interest in this kind of place to be.” commented Jeong.
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