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MARCH 25, 2011 • Volume 9, Issue 22 Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea http://imcom.korea.army.mil
Natural
Disaster
Training
500 Soldiers from
8th Army to deploy for
Exercise Balikatan:
— See story, Page 14 —
Left, U.S. Army Soldiers with
train with Philippine Army
Soldiers during a bilateral
marksmanship training
course at Fort Ramon Mag-
saysay during a previous
Exercise Balikitan. Balikitan
is an annual, bilateral hu-
manitarian assistance and
military training exercise
between the Armed Forces
of the Philippines and the
U.S. military. Approximately
6,000 other servicemembers
will join in this year’s exer-
cise. — U.S. Marine Corps
photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin M.
Knallay
Commanding General/Publisher:
Brig. Gen. David G. Fox
USAG-RED CLOUD
Commander: Col. Hank Dodge
Public Affairs Officer: Kevin Jackson By Gen. Walter L. Sharp marketing and Excessive Purchasing,” SOFA-status person-
Staff Writers: Pfc. Mardicio Barrot, Pfc. Jin Choe
U.S. Forces Korea Commander nel are required to restrict purchases of duty-free goods to
USAG-YONGSAN
those that are reasonably required for their personal needs,
Commander: Col. William P. Huber YONGSAN GARRISON — The Republic of Korea, the needs of authorized family members, guests, other indi-
Public Affairs Officer: Jane Lee through the Status of Forces Agreement, also known as viduals properly provided duty free goods, and as bona fide
Staff Writers: Cpl. Choe Yong-joon,
Cpl. Hong Moo-sun, Pvt. Choi Sung-il
SOFA, affords U.S. Armed Forces and associated person- gifts, as permitted by the SOFA and USFK Regulations 643-
nel the privilege of shipping 1, “Transactions between SOFA
USAG-HUMPHREYS items into the country duty- Personnel” and 643-2“Transfer
Commander: Col. Joseph P. Moore
free. Moreover, the ROK of Duty Free Items.” This pur-
Public Affairs Officer: Lori Yerdon
CI Officer: Steven Hoover allows “SOFA-status per- chase restriction is designed to
Writer/Layout Editor: Wayne Marlow sonnel” the privilege to buy prevent the abuse of duty-free
Staff Writer: Sgt. Baek Joon-woo items at duty-free activities privileges granted to the U.S. by
USAG-DAEGU in the ROK (for example, the the ROK.
Commander: Col. Kathleen A. Gavle commissary and exchange) U.S. military personnel that
Public Affairs Officer: Philip Molter without paying ROK charges engage in black-marketing are
CI Officer: Mary Grimes
Staff Writers: Pvt. Jang Bong-seok, Pvt. Kim Min-jae such as: import taxes/duties, subject to adverse administra-
Interns: Im Hae-na, Lee Seung-bin, value-added taxes (VAT), tive action and/or criminal
Hana Noguchi tariffs, and similar fees. The prosecution under the Uniform
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Morning Calm Weekly are not necessarily official views
of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Department of
of duty-free privileges grant- that engage in black marketing
Defense, or Department of the Army. The editorial content ed by the ROK under the are subject to adverse admin-
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Korea, Public Affairs, APO AP 96205. Circulation: 9,500
“Black marketing” is the Gen. Walter L. Sharp, USFK Commander — courtesy photo not limited to) revocation of
Printed by Oriental Press, a private firm in no way connected illegal transfer or resale of privileges, and/or curtailment
with the U.S. Government, under exclusive written contract
with the Contracting Command-Korea. The civilian printer
duty-free goods to someone not authorized access to them. of overseas assignment. In addition, personnel that violate
is responsible for commercial advertising. The appearance A clear pattern of “excessive purchasing” (the purchase of ROK laws may be subject to criminal prosecution by ROK
of advertising in this publication, including inserts or duty-free goods in clear excess of personal needs, the needs authorities.
supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the
U.S. Army or Oriental Press of the products or services of immediate family members, guests, and other individu- All USFK personnel must recognize that individual ac-
advertised. Everything advertised in this publication shall als properly provided duty free goods) may be an indication tions reflect upon public perceptions of the United States. I
be made available for purchase, use or patronage without
regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital
that illegal transfers of duty-free goods are occurring. expect that each of you will continue to conduct yourselves
status, physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other In accordance with USFK Regulation 60-1, “Ration Con- in an appropriate manner that displays a positive example to
non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a
violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by
trol Policy”, and USFK Command Policy Letter #48, “Black- our host nation. x
Police Blotter
The following entries were ex-
cerpted from the police blotters
the previous week. These entries
may be incomplete and do not
imply guilt or innocence.
USAG Red Cloud
Underage Drinking: Subject
Scan here to see in color
damaged an unknown Korean
National’s private vehicle with a
closed fist. He was apprehended
and transported to the provost
marshal’s office when military
police detected an odor of alco-
hol. Subject was administered a
Portable Breath Test with a re-
sult of .245 percent blood alco-
hol content. A check of his ID
revealed he was under the legal
age to consume alcohol. Due to
his level of intoxication, Subject
#1 was released to his unit with
instructions to report at a later
time. This is a final report
USAG Humphreys
Child Neglect: Victims (chil-
dren) 1 and 2 were left in an un-
attended vehicle. Military police
arrived at the scene, identified
the vehicle, and made contact
with the children in the vehicle.
When the Subject exited the
building and approached the ve-
hicle, she claimed that she was
the owner of the vehicle. She was
then transported to the provost
Osan Air Base This is a replica of a throne and throne room as it would have appeared in Gyeongbokgung Palace during the Joseon Dynasty,
Assault; Provoking Speeches:
The Victim was observed by se-
1392 to 1897 A.D. This image was taken from within Gyeongbokgung Palace, a large walled section of ground in Seoul re-
curity forces laying on the ground stored to appear as it did in the Joseon Dynasty Era. It was first constructed in 1394 A.D. and reconstructed in 1867. It was
while Subject 1 and 2 were kneel- nearly destroyed during the Japanese invation of the early 20th century and, since 1989, has been in the process of being
ing over him. The Victim, who restored to its original form. The massive initiative is expected to take approximately 40 years. Of all the palaces built in the
was intoxicated, became bel- Joseon Dynasty, Gyeongbokgung was the main palace as well as the largest. It’s name is a transliteration of the words “Palace
ligerent and began yelling and of Shining Happiness.” To get there take Line 3 to Gyeongbokgung Station and take any exit. — U.S. Army photo
crying. Subject 2 then started to
shout obscenities, stood up and
struck the Victim in the mouth.
Subject 2 was apprehended by
security forces and transported
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off–post events and activities
to the provost marshal’s office.
The Victim declined medical at- Free Concert and Tour information and/or ticket reserva- Jeju Island
tention. Subject 2 was processed The Korean-American Association, tions, download the form from www. Located just south of the Korean
and released to his unit. also known as KAA, will hold its an- usfk.mil (bottom banner) and send peninsula, Jeju is a volcanic island that
Traffic Accident: Subject, op- nual Friendship Concert for Ameri- to paocr@korea.army.mil. Tickets are was formed many years ago. It is be-
erating a private vehcile, while can forces personnel and their family limited. loved by scientists and tourists alike
attempted to back up struck members at the Yong Theater of the for its stunning natural features.
the Victim’s vehicle. The Victim National Museum of Korea, April 18. Yunjungno Cherry Blossom Tunnel Over the past decade, Jeju Island
stated he did not have enough The KAA is also offering a free guided The best and most popular desti- has received three different UNESCO
time to react. tour of the museum prior to the con- nation for cherry blossoms in Seoul is certifications; it was designated a Bio-
cert. Yunjungno in Yeouido. Yunjungno is sphere Reserve in 2002, a UNESCO
Kunsan Air Base The performing musicians include the road that circles the National As- World Heritage Site in 2007, and a
Assault: The Subject and Vic- renowned violinist Lee, Sung-ju, sembly Building; it is lined with more Global Geopark in 2010. The island is
tim were involved in a verbal al- pianist Park, Jong-hoon, cellist Lee, than 1,400 cherry trees, which are also one of the official finalists of the
tercation which turned physical Kang-ho, violist Kim, Sang-jin, bass- around 30 to 40 years old. In early to worldwide ‘New7Wonders of Nature’
when the Subject head butted ist Lee, Chang-hyung, tenor soloist mid-April, the 5.7 kilometer-long Yun- campaign.
the Victim in the facial area, who Shin, Dong-ho and members of Bo- jungno turns snowy-white with cherry The Official ‘New7Wonders of Na-
then sustained a bloody nose. hemian Singers. Selections include blossoms, drawing over 2.5 million ture’ is the second global campaign
The Subject observed the Victim Beethoven’s Sonata for Violin and visitors every year. When the flowers run by the New7Wonders Founda-
bleeding from his nose and gave Piano No. 5<Spring> op.24; Piazzolla’s are at their peak, some sections of the tion in Switzerland, following its first
him a shirt to wipe the blood and ‘Spring’ from Four Seasons; Schubert’s road are blocked off, making public campaign to elect the ‘New Man-made
then departed the area. Victim Piano Quintet in A major <Trout> transportation a more convenient op- Wonders of the World’ (a campaign
#1 was transported for evalu- op.114; Bizet’s ‘Au fond du temple saint’ tion than driving. Yunjungno is only which drew over 100 million votes).
ation and released on his own from Opera <Les percheurs de perles>; a five minute walk from Yeouinaru After two rounds of voting and input
recognizance. The Subject was Gounod’s “Choir’ from Opera <Faust>, Station (Subway Line 5). To get to the from a Panel of Experts, the list of 28
apprehended and transported and many more. 63 Building (located towards the end Official Finalists has been announced
to Emergency Control Center. The museum tour is scheduled 5 to of Yunjungno), take Subway Line 5 to and Jeju Island is proud and privileged
Due to his level of intoxication, 6:40 p.m. and the musical concert at 7 Yeouinaru Station and go out Exit 1 or to find itself among the chosen few.
he was released to his unit with to 9 p.m. There will be free transpor- 4, or go to Yeouido Station and go out This is a highly recommended vaca-
instructions to report to the ECC tation available from USAG Yongsan Exit 5. From there you can take the free tion spot in Korea. Contact your travel
for at a later time for further pro- to the museum and return. For more shuttle bus bound for the 63 Building. agent for arranging a trip.
cessing.
Source: http://www.seoulselection.com; www.korea.net, http://english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul.net — No endorsement implied.
NEWS • PAGE 4
http://imcom.korea.army.mil NEWS THE MORNING CALM
Water Outage
There will be a water outage at
select locations on Camp Casey
from 8 a.m.-noon, March 25.
Affected buildings are 432, 447,
453, 456, 463, 466, 478A/B, 492
and 497. The outage is necessary
to install a new water line and fire
hydrant. For more information,
call 730-5738/5746.
DONGDUCHEON – Suk Parker (left), a volunteer in the Camp Casey Community Activity Center, guides Warrior Country
New Exchange Web Site newcomers on a tour through Lotte Mart here as part of a monthly orientation to the city, March 22. The tours are sponsored
The Army and Air Force by the City of Dongducheon and are given the fourth Tuesday of each month by the CAC and the city. The orientation took
Exchange Service will have a newcomers to a variety of places, including a welcome at city hall, Lotte Mart where they were able to tour the store and
grand opening for its new www. sign up for points cards, the Freedom Protection Peace Museum that documents the Korean War and the Beautiful Culture
shopmyexchange.com Web Center where they received hands on instruction with paper crafts called hanji. The orientation also included a free lunch at
site March 26. It will give away the Irae Buffet, where they barbecued their own meals at their tables. Tour locations and activities vary each month and have
$5,000 in prizes through April also included traditional Korean markets, tea ceremony, Buddhist temple, traditional dance and more. The intent is to help
18 for lucky winners. For more newcomers to Warrior Country learn about Korean culture and become acclimated to Dongducheon. – Photo by Kevin Jackson
information, call 732-6307.
Gash dominates
youth swimming
championship
CAMP RED CLOUD — Abby Gash,
daughter of Maj. Richard and Staci
Gash, Brigade Support Troops
Battalion, takes a deep breath while
participating in the 50-meter butterfly
event during the Child, Youth and
School Services Indoor Swimming
Championship, March 19. Gash, 9
years old, took home all three medals
for the youth events and finished third
in the 200-meter freestyle relay race
— just behind her brother and sister —
with a time of 2 minutes, 54 seconds.
Gash competed in the relay with her
father Richard, her younger brother
Richard Gash Jr. and younger sister
Brittany. — Photo by Spc. Mardicio
Barrot
USAG-RC • PAGE 6
http://redcloud.korea.army.mil USAG RED CLOUD THE MORNING CALM
(Upper-left) A freshman cadet receives a coin from Garrison Commander Col. Bill Huber for showing his passion at the Yongsan Main Post Club March 17; (Upper-right) Cadets
cheer their fellow representative to finish her glass during the grog ceremony. - U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Choi Sung-il
(From Left) Alaina Bonner, a Cadet Lt. Col. from SAHS, delivers closing remarks in appreciation
of attendees for the event; Cadets shout their own company slogans during the grog ceremony.
FMWR Events
Yongsan welcomes new Command Sgt. Maj.
Missoula Children’s Theatre By Sgt. Opal Vaughn December 1980 until December 1983. ANCOC, BNCOC and WLC (Comman-
performs “The Jungle Book” opal.vaughn@korea.army.mil Running the Garrison is not a one dant’s List). He attended the following
on April 2, 3:00 and 5:30 man job, Rusch conveyed to the audi- functional courses: Command Ser-
p.m. at Seoul American High YONGSAN GARRISON - A native ence during a thank you speech. “You geants Major Course, First Sergeants
School Auditorium. For more of Fremont, Ohio, Command Sgt. Maj. all know that it’s a team effort. The Course, AF Senior NCO Course, Battle
information, call Melody Francis Ralph Rusch entered the United States Army is a small world especially for Staff Course, Master Fitness Trainer
at 738-8122 or faye.a.julies@korea. Army in August 1979 and attended me. As Col. Huber stated before, col- Course, Instructor Training Course,
army.mil. one station unit training (OSUT) at lectively we’ve probably touched over Army Recruiter Course, Airborne
Fort Jackson, S.C. as an Administrative a 100,000 lives. Thank you all. Thank Course, and Air Assault Course.
Have you been affected by Sexual Specialist. you so much.” Rusch graduated from St. Joseph
Abuse? Complete t-shirts to be His first duty assignment was with Yongsan CSM retires Central Catholic High School, Fre-
anonymously displayed for Sexual 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment at Rusch’s professional military edu- mont, Ohio, in 1977. While assigned
Assault Awareness Month on Fort Hood, Texas. Next he was as- cation includes all courses in the Army to Korea, he earned an associates de-
April. T-shirts kits will be available signed to United States Forces Korea, NCO education system; Sergeant Ma- gree and bachelors degree from the
the month of March in ACS office. with Eighth Army Special Troops from jor Course, (History Award Winner) — See COR, Page 12 —
For more information, call Faye
Julies at 725-3085.
Well-wishes for
Yongsan CSMs
By Cpl. Choe Yong-joon
yongjoon.choe@korea.army.mil
USAG Yongsan is saying farewell to CSM
Rusch and welcoming CSM Justis today. Any
well-wishes for the outgoing CSM? Any ques-
tions for the incoming CSM? Find out what
more than 7,100 Yongsan community mem-
bers are talking about by becoming a USAG
Yongsan Facebook Fan at facebook.com/
youryongsan! (Comments are kept in their
original form)
Ronald
Macauley
Facebook Fan
Doyoon Kim
Facebook Fan
Paul Kim
Facebook Fan
Khaily, Emily and Kelly give a broad grin with the three Free Hug girls in Myeongdong area, March 17. — Courtesy
photo by Kim Forni
We appreciate your dedication and are lucky to have See yourself in the Morning Calm when you become a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan. Just post your travel photos
you. CSM Justis, welcome and I believe you will pro- to our page with a quick description covering who, what, when, where and why and we’ll see you in the paper. -
vide us great leadership. Your Yongsasn PAO team
USAG-Y • PAGE 12
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil USAG YONGSAN THE MORNING CALM
platform during crisis from about a thousand fans to more public that military personnel and Social Medial: Fast News on Japan
than 4,600. their families stationed in Japan were Facebook and Twitter sites also are
By Elaine Wilson In the wake of the massive earth- safe, many people were seeking a more pushing out news regarding the mili-
American Forces Press Service quake and tsunami, service members personal response. tary’s relief efforts. The site is serving a
and their families — both in Japan In a post on Commander Fleet Ac- dual role, Josephson noted, by “taking
WASHINGTON — Air Force Se- and stateside — have been flocking in tivity Yokosuka’s Facebook site, which care of our community, but also telling
nior Master Sgt. Joy Josephson was in droves to military social media sites, has more than 5,000 fans, a concerned the Air Force story.”
her office on Misawa Air Base, Japan, such as AFN Misawa’s Facebook page, family member wrote March 15: “Have Aware of social media’s widespread
on March 11 reviewing paperwork with for updates on everything from family not heard from my brother since the reach, commanders also have been
a maintenance technician when the members to rolling blackouts to town quake; lives off base in Yokosuka. ... turning to online sites to pass on up-
computers started shaking. hall meetings. If anybody has seen or spoken to him, dates and information on everything
Josephson, the detachment super- “It’s been amazing; it’s really ex- please respond.” from power outages and base facility
intendent for American Forces Net- ploded,” Josephson said. “It’s becom- The post brought a quick and reas- closures to solicitations for volunteers
work Misawa, figured it was a mild ing such an asset, not only to our com- suring response: “He is one of my co- and resources. They’re “tweeting,”
tremor, not uncommon to that area in munity, but more so to the community workers. He is fine and I have already “Facebooking,” blogging and posting
Japan, but then the shaking “got vio- outside of Misawa, to people just want- told him to contact you. Sorry for that, to YouTube, Flickr and base installa-
lent.” ing to gain information.” and hope you were not too worried.” tion sites.
“We get earthquakes up here and The value became evident, Joseph- The Pacific Air Forces blog, called
tremors ... but this one wasn’t stop- son noted, in the “information void” A Tool for Relief “PACAF Pixels,” and the command’s
ping,” she said. following the earthquake. “Family People wanting to pitch in, whether Twitter site has been streaming con-
Although the land and cellular members couldn’t get out to their fam- they’re on base or stateside, also are stant updates on the situation in Ja-
phone lines went down, Josephson and ilies to find out what was happening turning in droves to social media sites. pan, including affected areas, relief ef-
her staff still had a mission to inform here,” she said. “Facebook became that Many posts are from people wanting to forts and personal accounts.
the public. They started broadcasting conduit.” send care packages or relief supplies. On several Facebook sites, officials
on the radio around the clock, but then Noting that the phone lines still “The response for volunteers [at Mi- have asked people to submit any ques-
lost all power. Now they were faced to aren’t 100 percent reliable, Joseph- sawa] has been enormous,” Josephson tions or rumors they’d like addressed.
break a military taboo. son added that the social media wave said. “People want to know what they These questions and responses were
“We started putting information that started shortly after the disasters can do. Folks want to donate clothes, submitted to commanders so they can
out on Facebook,” she said, knowing struck provided communication when nonperishables, but we also have the set the record straight and address
many people would turn to the Inter- it was needed most. “I feel like we’re re- people who want to go clean up and people’s concerns at in-person and vir-
net for updates. ally given others a peace of mind,” she help -- anything they can do to help tual town hall meetings. Many of these
“The next thing I know,” she said, said. our Japanese friends.” meetings are then pushed out in their
“we’re getting hits from the States, and A college student in Arkansas post- entirety on Facebook and YouTube so
parents are finding our site and ask- Assurance to families ed this message on Yokota’s Facebook people, whether base residents or fam-
ing questions, trying to find out about Early on, family and friends back page: “My parents and younger sister ily members back home, can stay in-
loved ones.” home posted numerous requests for are at Yokota. ... Are monetary dona- formed. x
IMCOM-K • PAGE 14
http://imcom.korea.army.mil
NEWS THE MORNING CALM
Patriot Express
POST OFFICE from Page 1
500 Soldiers deploy to Philippines from USFK the destination country on a ship, nor-
mally taking 30-45 days to reach its
destination country.
From 8th Army Public Affairs pared to provide humanitarian relief need of assistance.
and assistance in the event of natural Balikatan 2011 provides unique Average Transit Times
SEOUL – Eighth Army will deploy disasters and other crises that en- and dynamic training opportunities The standard transit time from the
approximately 500 Soldiers to the danger public health and safety of a for U.S. forces stationed in the Re- local post office where the mail origi-
Republic of the Philippines to par- population. public of Korea while also promoting nated until it reaches the Military Post
ticipate in the Balikatan 2011 exercise Philippine and U.S. service mem- relationship-building between mili- Office in the Republic of Korea for Pri-
April 5-15. bers will conduct humanitarian as- taries and local communities that ority letters and packages is 8-10 days.
Members of the 4th Squadron, sistance projects in communities in will ultimately yield long-term secu- SAM and surface parcels will take 18-21
7th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Infan- Central and Southern Luzon, the rity dividends for the region and the days and normal parcel packages will
try Division will join approximately largest island in the Philippines. ROK-U.S. Alliance. take 30-45 days.
6,000 U.S. service members during Military medical personnel will offer This will be the 27th in this series While final delivery is different for
the exercise. free medical, dental and veterinary of annual bilateral exercises and is each service, the final step in the deliv-
The focus of Balikatan 2011 is com- care, and military engineers will con- held under the auspices of the Phil- ery process for Army customers is the
bined training with the armed forces struct and repair schools and other ippine-U.S Mutual Defense Treaty transition of mail-handling responsi-
of the Philippines to be better pre- infrastructure in communities in and Visiting Forces Agreement. x bilities from the Military Post Office
to the unit mail clerks. Mail clerks
distribute mail to the addressee and
Officials extend deadline for ‘Stop Loss’ pay are the face of mail delivery service
to most servicemembers and, some-
From American Forces The Retroactive Stop Loss Spe- majority of those eligible had sepa- times, the brunt of any dissatisfaction.
Press Service cial Pay was established to com- rated from the military, the services
pensate for the hardships military have engaged in extensive and per- Tips On Getting Mail Faster
WASHINGTON — The deadline members encountered when their sistent outreach efforts to reach While some delays of mail delivery
for eligible service members, veter- service was involuntarily extended them and remind them to apply, do occur because of adverse weather
ans and their beneficiaries to apply under Stop Loss authority between officials said. and transportation problems, the ma-
for special retroactive pay as com- Sept. 11, 2001, and Sept. 30, 2009. Outreach efforts — such as us- jority of mail is received quickly. To
pensation for involuntary exten- Eligible members or their beneficia- ing direct mail, social networks and ensure the quickest deliver possible
sions of their military service con- ries may submit a claim to their re- media outlets and engaging mili- make sure those sending mail use the
tracts has been extended to April spective military services to receive tary and veteran service organiza- servicemember’s full name, unit num-
8, Defense Department officials an- the benefit of $500 for each full or tions — will continue through April ber or PSC number (with box number
nounced Monday. partial month served in a Stop Loss 8, officials added. if used) and the correct nine digit zip
The deadline extension is in- status. To apply for Stop Loss pay or for code. Senders should not put a city or
cluded in the continuing resolution When the special pay program more information, including sub- country name in the address. If this
President Barack Obama signed began on Oct. 21, 2009, the services mission requirements and service- happens, mail may be routed through
March 18 that provided funding for estimated 145,000 service members, specific links, go to www.defense. the local nation’s post office. This will
government operations through veterans and beneficiaries were eli- gov/stoploss. x cause a significant delay in receiving
April 8. gible for this benefit. Because the mail.
Senders should also include a re-
turn address and only print on one side
of the package.
“It is often said that working in post-
al is a thankless job,” said Mackessy. “If
a customer does receive great service
from one of our postal workers, we
would appreciate it if they would take
a moment to let us know through an
Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE)
form. It lets us know we are doing a
good job and makes our day too.” x
MARCH 25, 2011 CHAPLAIN IMCOM-K • PAGE 15
http://imcom.korea.army.mil
Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jeffrey D. Hawkins: Chaplain (Maj.) John Chun: Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Suk Jong Lee: Chaplain (Maj.) Milton Johnson:
jeffrey.d.hawkins@us.army.mil, 738-3009 john.chun@us.army.mil, 754-7274 sukjong.lee@us.army.mil, 732-6169 milton.johnson4@us.army.mil, 764-5455
Chaplain (Maj.) Terry E. Jarvis: Chaplain (Maj.) Anthony Flores: Chaplain (Maj.) Alfred Grondski: Chaplain (Capt.) Mike Jones:
terry.e.jarvis@korea.army.mil, 738-4043 anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil, alfred.grondski@us.army.mil, 732-6016 michael.jones124@us.army.mil, 765-8991
754-7042
FEATURE
IMCOM-K • PAGE 16
http://imcom.korea.army.mil THE MORNING CALM
During her home country visit, she goes on a trip to “Ha Long Bay”, which features thousands of lime-
stone karsts and isles in various sizes and shapes - Courtesy photo by Kim Gold
Ali Yee strings a bow and shoots an arrow during Korean Traditional Angkor Wat - the world’s largest religious building with the high classical style of khmer architecture
Archery - Courtesy photo provided by Ali Yee - is a temple complex at Angkor, Cambodia - Courtesy photo by Kim Rosen Forni
CLASSROOM CREATIONS
Top, instructor Ashley Robles (right) talks with student Luana Erickson about how to put the finishing
touches on a clay sculpture during a class at the Arts and Crafts Center. Robles studied Hollywood
special effects at the Douglas Education Center in Pittsburgh, and she now passes that knowledge
onto her students. The drawing class meets Tuesdays at 1 p.m., while the sculpting class start on
Thursdays at the same time. Robles will also be offering an oil painting class beginning May 2. For
more information, call 753-6706.
Above, Robles molds a nose out of clay during the sculpting class. The classes are scheduled for an
hour, but can run longer, depending on the project and a student’s schedule.
Right, Robles explains the molding process to her students. The classes are free, although there will
be a charge for materials in the oil painting course. — U.S. Army photos by Steven Hoover
USAG-H • PAGE 22
http://humphreys.korea.army.mil USAG HUMPHREYS THE MORNING CALM
Civilian Fitness
Enrollment in the Civilian Fit-
ness Program runs through April
30. The program allows civilians
three hours a week of excused
absence to participate in a six-
month physical exercise training
program. Participants must be
full-time Department of Defense
civilians assigned to Camp Hum-
phreys, receive supervisor ap-
proval, be medically cleared, and Students in the Master Resiliency Training class offered by Army Community Service take notes during their final day on instruction
cannot have been enrolled previ- March 17 in Building 311. The class focused on critical thinking skills, building relationships, and perseverance From left are Kath-
ously. To enroll, call 753-3253. erine Doehring Simmons, Tina Chin, Charice Enriquez, and Tracie Hardy. — U.S. Army photo by W. Wayne Marlow
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Soldiers perform the V-Up, a conditioning drill that develops the abdominal and hip flexor muscles while enhancing balance. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jang Bong-seok
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http://daegu.korea.army.mil USAG DAEGU THE MORNING CALM
t News & Notes MCT and Jungle Book connect with Area IV children
By Im Hae-na
Financial Counseling Services
Financial counseling for soldiers
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
and family members with emphasis DAEGU GARRISON — “When you
on managing personal finances and find out you can live with it, and go
tracking spending habits. Development along not thinking about it, I’ll tell you
of a personal financial plan, retirement something true…the bare necessities
plan, and college saving plan. Call the of life will come to you.” So says Baloo,
ACS financial readiness program office, a main character in Disney’s Jungle
768-8127 or 768-7112. Book movie, a production that came
FMWR Marketing to life at the Camp Walker Youth
Can’t find your favorite menu at the Center gym, March 19.
club? Got a party theme your friends Presented by the Missoula Children’s
would love? Have a program idea for Theatre (MCT), children from throughout
teens? Tell us what you would do if USAG Daegu and Area IV nearly brought
you could reach out and touch FMWR down the house as they dressed in
programs, events and activities and costumes that included everything from From left to right Katie Murk (Baloo), Sonja Hugo(Tabaqui) and Caitlyn Pollini(Shere
you could win $100 in FMWR gift little monkeys to a scary tiger.
Dan Davison directed the local
Khan) were some of the primary actors and the Missoula Children’s Theatre’s adaptation
certificates. Suggestions can be e-mailed of Jungle Book performed March 19, at the Camp Walker Youth Center gym.— U.S. Army
to laurel.baek@korea.army.mil production of “The Jungle Book,” along
with the help of Katie Murk. Davison photo by Lee Seung-bin
Say it on ICE and Murk, both themselves actors, for the various roles and characters was hurdle had to be overcome. That hurdle
Ever wonder if your voice is heard. Say it felt right at home with Area IV Jungle only one of many challenges. There was involved the matter of auditions and
on ICE, we’re listening. Fill out an online Book characters. Davidson did explain, also a need for a pianist. “We were in rehearsals. Hart said that after the
comment card today our response is however that the play required that a dire need of someone that could help audition the children started to practice
guaranteed. http://ice.disa mil few adjustments be made. “There were us with the music portion of the play. two hours each day. Ultimately all the
some minor differences specific to our The word went out that we were in dire hard work really paid off. If anyone
Texas Hold’em
local production, versus the original need of someone who could play the doubted the play’s outcome, just ask
Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at Camp Carroll
Jungle Book which was written by piano. Just as our hopes were beginning Caitlyn Polloni who played Shere Khan
Hideaway Club. Weekly prizes for the
Joseph Rudyard Kipling,” he said. to fade, Choi Min-hye came to our in this Missoula production. She said,
top 3 players. $20 per person. Free meal
The evening was unforgettable as rescue. We couldn’t thank her enough.” “It was a really great time –even if it
for players. Points awarded for every 8
parents, friends, and neighbors poured Theatre builds teamwork was just a short time. I really enjoyed
weeks of play toward the final game and
into the gym to cheer on and support the There was a very special collaboration the play.”
a $1,000 prize. Calll 765-8574 for more
children from around the community. between Missoula Children’s Theatre Davison emphasized the importance
information.
However, before any of that could happen, and Korean Pianist Choi Min-hye. of participating in these types of
Haveyou beenaffected bysexual abuse a lot of planning had to occur. According Currently working at a local Daegu programs He said, “We have to remind
Celebrate your strength and express your to Angie Marie Hart, a huge supporter and middle school, Choi has played the children of the rules and different things
emotions by decorating a t-shirt. Draw coordinator of this tremendous event, piano since she was a child. When they should know. An important part of
a picture on your t-shirt or write a poem the Jungle Book musical needed help in asked why she offered her services to this experience for them is that they will
on your t-shirt. Completed t-shirts will finding or recruiting actors and actresses. the USAG Daegu community she said, “I understand respect, teamwork and so
be anonymously displayed for Sexual She said, “We created advertisements wanted to help. At first I considered the on. So this type of experience for them
Assault Awareness Month. For more for the Morning Calm newspaper, cultural differences, but then I thought is incredibly valuable. This Jungle book
information call 725-3085 or stop by your the Community Calendar, and placed doing this would help build a very production was a great experience for
local ACS office to pick up your t-shirt. banners around the installations. It positive and even greater relationship the children, and I think everyone would
involved a lot of marketing.” between U.S. and Korean personnel. agree that it turned out very well.” x
Recruiting the necessary children A pianist now in place, another
USAG Daegu racquetball
championship
March 30-31, 6 p.m. at the Camp Carroll What is a Chaplain: a leader and a servant in the making
Fitness Center. Registration deadline is
March 27. 1st and 2nd place get awards.
By Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Milton Johnson Martin was traveling by horse one winter
Division categories: Men’s Open (35 USAG Daegu Garrison Chaplain day when he came upon a sparsely clad,
years of age and under), Men’s Seniors impoverished soldier and gave him his
DAEGU GARRISON — Years ago cloak. Sometime later, Martin had a
(36 years of age and over), Women’s
I thought I wanted to be an electrician vision. He saw the Lord wearing the
Open (all ages). For details call 765-8287
but, I decided to follow a different path cloak. This was a sign to him that bore
or 765-4225.
after spending about 12 months trying witness to the Gospel truth that caring
Kids Club to figure out if I would study electronics for those in need is blessed by God.
Register your child for our Jr. Membership or ministry. Now that I am a chaplain, Much later, Martin’s cloak, so the story
Program. Program benefits include life couldn’t be better or more fulfilling. goes, came into the possession of the
quarterly appreciation nights, $5 gift At first I couldn’t put the pieces kings of France. They put the relic in a
coupon for thier birthday and other together but in time the picture got small church which in time was called a
great events. Open to kids ages 5-12. For clearer and I knew without a doubt “chapelle” or “chapel” after the “capella”
more information, call the Evergreen that ministry would be my calling, and or “cloak” of St. Martin’s. The clergy
Community Club, 764-4060. pastoral/counseling would be the love assigned to the chapel were “chaplains”,
of my life. Today, I am thankful to be again because of the “capella” they
Commissary closed April 11 and 12 a chaplain and I am happy that God goes by without helping someone with guarded. The relic was carried with the
Daegu commissary will be closed April led me in a different direction, and I a significant issue in life or planning a army during campaigns, watched over
11 and 12 to conduct inventory. It will decided to follow another path and major religious or spiritual project for by the chaplains, who also ministered
re-open April 13, normal hours. Camp pursue a different course. soldiers and their family members. to the soldiers.
Carroll will be closed April 11 to conduct It is really my mother who gets credit Chaplains have served with Armies So you might say that a chaplain is
inventory. It will open on April 12, for helping me make the final decision for a very long time. The American one who “lends a coat” to a soldier in
normal hours plus will also open April to pursue ministry because she said she Army has had chaplains since the year need. As Martin was a “capella lender,” so
13 for closing on the 11th. felt strongly God called me to be a pastor 1775. They are the clergy – pastors, military chaplains lend, give, whatever
and that she prayed I would accept it. rabbis, priests, ministers, etc. who wear they have, which is usually not coats,
There is no doubt in my mind that the uniform so they can serve God’s but more likely personal time, advice,
being an electrician would be a great people within the military community. assistance and prayers. The meaning of
a great profession , but the more I But do you know the origin of the word, the word “chaplain” is clear: chaplains
thought about the future – the more I “chaplain?” It’s a good story that points are those clergy in uniform who care for
saw myself helping people in a different to the heart of what chaplains do. soldiers and their families, because they
way and serving humanity in the “Chaplain” is derived from the Latin know God cares for soldiers too.
helping profession. word”capella” which means “cape” or And the tradition lives on in the
What is even more exciting than “cloak.” And the cloak is the one that person of chaplains assigned to units
just being a pastor is – I get to be a belonged to Martin of Tours. He was of battalion size and larger. If you don’t
minister and a soldier at the same time. a Christian saint from the 4th century already know your local chaplains, I
As such - there is never a dull moment who became Bishop of Tours in France. hope you will get to know them soon.
during the day and hardly a week that The story goes that as a young Christian, Their door is always open. x
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The Daegu American High School cheerleaders strike an impressive and trusting pose at
one of their recent performances. — U.S. Army photo by Danielle Fleming
consisting of young, energetic young The recent performance by the
boys as well. “If anyone thought the DAS cheerleaders gave them a chance
DAS Cheerleaders were girls only, that to really show their talent. The
would be absolutely not true. Boys not performance started and ended with
only can participate, but they are really a lot of heart and endless passion. To
good at cheerleading. Boys can make reach that stage, requires lots of practice
the team stronger, and with their added and commitment. Said Griego, “The
strength, we can perform greater moves. cheerleaders practice Monday through
Currently there are two boys on our DAS Friday for at least two hours each day,
cheerleading team.” often teaching themselves new dance
The coach said that cheerleading is steps. In general, cheerleaders need to
much more difficult than most people dance well. However, there is no need
would think. She said that more than to be an excellent dancer.
anything it requires hard work and “Cheerleaders love each other like a
dedication. “Not everyone can handle family,” said Padilla. She then added,
the challenges cheerleading offers. “We go out together, and we spend a
However, it’s worth pointing out that whole lot of time with each other. A very
cheerleading can definitely help an important thing that is common among
individual. It gives them more courage, our team is that we trust each other. That
helps them become more friendly, trust is important –especially when you
outgoing, and trusting. For example, are carrying somebody in the air or are
The DAS cheerleaders team is open to boys and girls. This photo shows the sky’s the limit we had one girl who was very quiet, but responsible for their safety. Cheerleading
for those Area IV youth interested in becoming a part of a very energetic and exciting after participating in cheerleading she demands that you not only have fun, but
team. — U.S. Army photo by Danielle Fleming totally changed.” that you trust your team mate.” x
WhAT IT MEANS:
• Through the ‘Bringing the Benefit to You’ campaign,
Guard and Reserve Soldiers and their Families
have shopped on-site at more than 100 remote
locations and purchased $14 million worth
of commissary products.
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