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MARCH 25, 2011

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

Military Post Office puts the ‘serve’ in service


By Capt. Jay Taylor The true origin of this fa- vicemembers and civil- as the single manager for military mail.
8th Army Public Affairs mous saying is credited to ians who work for the The organization is jointly-staffed and
mounted Persian mail cou- military postal system on headquartered in Washington D.C.
YONGSAN GARRISON — “Nei- riers who carried out their the Korean Peninsula,” “Our postal mission is accomplished
ther snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom duties with great dedica- said Gregory Mackessy, di- by a dedicated team who strive to pro-
of night stays these couriers from the tion during the Greek and rector of postal operations vide the very best postal service on the
swift completion of their appointed Persian wars in 500 B.C. for 8th Army. “We move peninsula,” said Mackessy. “Some of
rounds.” That tradition of excellence serves as more than 12 million pounds of mail our people are up as early as 3 a.m. to
These are the words chiseled in the same standard for the members annually for all United States Forces ensure mail is transported across the
granite over the entrance of the New of the Military Postal Service carrying Korea members.” peninsula so recipients can pick it up
York City Post Office on 8th Avenue out postal duties on the Korean Pen- Created in 1980, the Military Postal that afternoon.”
and has long thought to be the United insula. Service Agency is an extension of the
States Postal Service’s motto. “There are approximately 184 ser- United States Postal Service, serving — See POST OFFICE, Page 14 —
New PT Program Asian Flavors Flights Suspended GARRISONS
Inside

Camp Henry Soldiers embrace Defense News P02


recent change, Page 25 Get details on the Patriot USAG Red Cloud P05
See how
Express and why flights are USAG Casey P05
culinary USAG Yongsan P09
suspended: Page 14
arts and USAG Humphreys P21
2ID mix, USAG Daegu P25
Page 5
Sights & Sounds P03
DEFENDER 6 Command Perspective P04
Quality of life improves, Page 2 Photo Feature Page P16
NEWS • PAGE 2
http://imcom.korea.army.mil NEWS THE MORNING CALM

SHARP POINT: Rations


The Morning Calm
Published by
Installation Management Command Korea

Commanding General/Publisher:
Brig. Gen. David G. Fox

SOFA status can help you ... or burn you


Public Affairs Chief: Dan Thompson
Editor: Russell Wicke

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
This Army newspaper is an authorized publication for United States, in turn, is ob- Code of Military Justice. Per-
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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-
of this weekly publication is the responsibility of the IMCOM- SOFA. istrative action, including (but
Korea, Public Affairs, APO AP 96205. Circulation: 9,500
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Printed by Oriental Press, a private firm in no way connected illegal transfer or resale of privileges, and/or curtailment
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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

Senior leaders resolve quality of life issues across Army


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advertising from that source until the violation of the equal
opportunity policy is corrected.

Oriental Press President: Charles Chong


Commercial Advertising
By Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch Injury screening, identification, treat- were unattainable, progress was made
Telephone: 738-5005 IMCOM Commander ment, and rehabilitation services are on many of the issues. An example of
Fax: (02) 790-5795 now in place at each Army Medical this is the increase in administrative
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process were heard and history was this month. To learn more, visit our website and
made at the recent AFAP General Of- Wounded Warriors will benefit search for issue 457.
ficer Steering Committee held the first from the availability of standard- The Army will continue to work the
Visit us online week of February. ized respite care for their caregivers issues, but the Army Family Action
Senior Army leaders and program through TRICARE and VA (issue num- Plan is your program. I encourage you
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imcom.korea.army.mil resolved 17 of 40 quality-of-life issues ment of the Army Wounded Warrior by visiting the Army OneSource web-
making great strides in support of Support Network (issue number 632). site at:
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These issues originally identified by that connects severely wounded, in- familyprogramsandservices/family-
AFAP representatives at the unit or in- jured and ill Soldiers and their Fami- programs/armyfamilyactionplan.
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conform with DoD guidelines. Search for issue number 617. AFAP delegates identified as being the
Progress is Tangible most critical and our need as an Army
IMCOM-K Public Affairs Expanded Brain Injury Treatment Ten of the 17 issues resolved were community to identify inefficient, re-
and the Morning Calm Weekly staff are located Through issue number 610 we have designated as unattainable due to re- dundant, or obsolete Family programs
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MARCH 25, 2011 NEWS NEWS • PAGE 3
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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

An Eastern Throne Room


marshal’s office, processed and
released to her sponsor.

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
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NEO readiness pays


Hoping for the best, planning for the worst
By Col. Joseph P. Moore
Humphreys Garrison Commander

I’m willing to bet that none of us


could have imagined the chain of
events which unfolded in Japan during
the past two weeks. From the massive
earthquake and the ensuing tsunami
to the eventual dangers stemming
from the loss of electricity at a nuclear
power plant, those events unfolded
with little to no warning.
I ask you to reflect on those events
starting with the earthquake on March
11 and learn from them. Start by ask-
ing yourself, “are my family and I ready
to respond to an emergency?” Whether
that emergency results from a natural
disaster or a military requirement are
you and your family prepared? This
year’s Courageous Channel Exercise
provides all of us an opportunity to im-
prove our preparations. — Col. Joseph P. Moore —
We practice Noncombatant Exer-
cise Operations, so if an alert comes, policies; a checkbook; credit cards;
we are ready. vehicle registration and title; Social
We should realize that during an Security cards; tax returns; and medi-
ordered NEO we may be in an austere cal records. Speak with your unit NEO
environment and that the situation is warden to learn more.
fluid. It is important to remain calm Items to consider putting in a NEO
and follow instructions. Knowledge bag, depending on the situation are:
reduces stress, so getting accurate in- three days of food and water; 30 days
formation to evacuees is one of our pri- of medication; a protective mask; a
orities. Your advance preparations are blanket; toiletries; towels; baby and
equally vital. feminine articles; a first aid kit; a
During a NEO, mandatory items to battery-operated radio; flashlight and
have with you include identification batteries; and cash.
cards, passport and a family care plan Join with me in hoping for the best,
if single parent or dual military. It is while planning for the worst. Let’s en-
recommended to take such items as: sure we’re capable in our own personal
birth, marriage, and adoption records; planning should we ever find ourselves
power of attorney; a will; insurance preparing for a NEO evacuation. x
MARCH 25, 2011 USAG RED CLOUD USAG-RC • PAGE 5
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Asian flavors win 2nd ID Culinary Team medals


by Sgt 1st Class Michelle Johnson talent and passion the Soldiers on this
2nd Infantry Division Public Affairs team have.”
Spc. Richard Ziedenburg, the silver
CAMP RED CLOUD — Asian medal junior chef, said he loves to
flavors were on the table at Fort Lee, cook.
Va., during the 36th Military Culinary “Food is what can make you have a
Arts Competition March 3-10, where good day or a bad day,” said Ziedenburg.
ten Soldiers from the 2nd Infantry With his thick Boston accent,
Division sliced, diced and served their Ziedenburg recounted how he started
way to gold medals during the largest off the junior chef competition
culinary arts competition in North confident that his training was going
America. to pay off, but as the time ticked away,
“This is my third time here,” said his nerves got the best of him.
Sgt. David Allen, 2nd ID Culinary “I put my plates down with just 50
Team captain. “It was tough this year.” seconds left,” said Zeidenburg. “I really
The team, made-up of food service had to hustle and bustle.”
specialists from all-over Warrior Zeidenburg said Blanchette and
Country, competed against 24 other Allen were his inspirations during the
teams; consisting of a total of more competition.
than 250 cooks, for honors in more “Your co-workers are your family,”
than 25 categories. said Zeidenburg. “You spend so
“I was so proud of what they much time with them, you share their
accomplished,” said Allen, a Pontiac, ups and down and they help you get
Mich. native. “They worked harder through the difficult times.”
than you can imagine and did He added, “They have such passion
outstanding.” for culinary, and they’ve taught me so
The 2nd ID team took a gold medal much.”
for their field menu that included a New to the competition, but not
Thai-inspired soup and spicy adobo to cooking, was Spc. Adam Hermann,
chicken. who was stunned when his name was
Allen said he and team manager, announced at the awards ceremony as
Staff Sgt. Geoffrey Blanchette, knew one of five chefs chosen to be part of
what to expect from the competition, the elite U.S. Army Culinary Arts Team.
but no one else on the team had ever “USACAT is the cream of the crop;
competed at Fort Lee before. He added, I was so surprised to hear my name
despite being novice competitors, the that the person sitting next to me
team garnered many awards. had to push me out of my seat,” said
“One of our first-time competitors Hermann.
Sgt. David Allen, a Pontiac, Mich. native heats up the kitchen as he prepares his dish even came out with a silver medal in the The 2nd ID Culinary Team members
for the hot meal category during the 36th Annual Culinary Arts Competition at Fort Lee, junior chef category,” said Blanchette. earned a total of 26 medals during the
VA., March 8. — Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Michelle Johnson, 2nd ID Public Affairs “That just goes to show you the kind of competition. x

Area I Soldiers aim for worldwide BOSS video three peat


By Spc. Mardicio Barrot change of station back to the states,
mardicio.barrot@korea.army.mil but says BOSS is a great program and
he plans on staying involved.
CAMP RED CLOUD — Soldiers “It was a great experience for me,”
throughout Warrior Country gathered Chandler said. “When I go to my next
at the Community Activity Center duty station I am going to continue
here to present videos on Better to stay in the BOSS program. Like
Opportunity for Single Soldiers the name says, it truly is a better
programs and events to Command Sgt. opportunity for single Soldiers, and if
Maj. Nidal Saeed, U.S. Army Garrison you fit that category, then there is no
Red Cloud command sergeant major, better place to be than in the BOSS
March 18. program.”
The Soldiers made the videos After the Soldiers presented their
themselves and critiqued who had the videos to Saeed, Col. Hank Dodge,
best media presentations to represent USAG Red Cloud commander,
Area I in the Korea-wide BOSS forum offered a few inspirational words for
at Camp Humphreys March 23 and the Soldiers and presented a coin to
later in the states for a worldwide BOSS Chandler. Later, they went to the Red
forum. Cloud Lanes to bowl, eat and have a
For the last three years, Area I has good time.
had the best BOSS video worldwide “The BOSS program is really a
and they intend on claiming victory great program to have fun and also get
again. involved with the community,” said
“We did it last year,” said Pfc. George Pfc. Brittany Taylor, Warrior Readiness
Chandler, Company B, 2nd Infantry Center, Camp Stanley BOSS vice
Division, USAG Red Cloud BOSS president.
president. “We brought home four out “Initially I joined out of boredom,
of five first place categories, and this but I have come to really enjoy the
year I feel we have a great chance in program and ever since I joined, it has
accomplishing the same thing again. grown more and more.” Warrior Country Better Opportunity for Single Soldiers representatives’ line up for a
“This will be the third time that we The BOSS representatives say that
bite to eat at the Red Cloud Lanes following the annual BOSS Forum at the Red Cloud
have brought first place back home,” Warrior Country Soldiers truly enjoy
Chandler said. “We’re going to go down their programs. Community Activity Center March 18. — Photo by Spc. Mardicio Barrot
there and do what we do normally, “Anytime a program does something
which is put our best foot forward and fun and interesting, gets Soldiers “We just want more people to come opportunities to light and make your
make it happen.” out of their barracks and off post out and fully have the opportunity to stay in Korea that much better.”
Chandler, who has been the Camp and sometimes a day off from work, enjoy the many benefits that being For more information on BOSS and
Red Cloud BOSS president for a year Soldiers definitely will like it,” Taylor in Korea has to offer,” Chandler said. its programs, contact the BOSS office
and half is preparing for a permanent said as she laughed. “The BOSS programs bring these at 732-9190. x
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News & Notes Newcomers get personal Dongducheon city tour


Maude Hall Hours, Survey
The hours of operations for
garrison customer service points
in Maude Hall, building 2440,
Camp Casey, have been adjusted
to 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., including
through the lunch hour, to
better serve customers. The
change went into effect March 15
and is part of U.S. Army Garrison
Red Cloud’s continuing effort to
improve customer service for
Soldiers, civilians and families.
To see the usage rates visit
http://redcloud.korea.army.
mil/Community/Downloads.
Customers can better help
USAG Red Cloud understand
their needs by taking the survey
at http://www.surveymonkey.
com/s/FSJC3WY.

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.

Customer Appreciation Picnic


U.S. Army Garrison Red
Cloud’s Directorate of Family and
Applying for security clearance: do’s and don’ts
Morale, Welfare and Recreation By Capt. Eric Tellado that when filling out the application final adjudication. The applicant
will hold a Golf Customer/ Camp Casey Legal Assistance Office materials, you must be upfront about will generally have ten days in which
Member Appreciation Barbecue any potentially negative incidents to make a decision on whether to
at noon, March 26. The event CAMP CASEY – The recent from your past even if they were minor submit a statement and materials for
includes food, music, games and controversy surrounding Army Pfc. and occurred years ago. An applicant consideration. You are advised to do so.
prizes. The event will open the Bradley E. Manning, who is currently will always be hurt more by attempting Thereafter, you will have an additional
newly renovated pro shop and being detained under military law to hide past behavior than he would period of time to put your rebuttal
locker room. Soldiers, civilians pending charges that he unlawfully have been had he just been honest together. During this time you should
and their families who are not disclosed classified information to during the application process. If you request a copy of the investigative file
golfers are also invited. For more a popular Web site, has raised a host are worried about a particular incident and seek legal advice from a judge
information, call 732-7292. of questions concerning the denial from your past, you may submit a advocate.
and revocation of security clearances. statement with your application Lastly, the letter of intent to deny
Talent Search Namely, what exactly will be attempting to mitigate the negative or revoke will also contain a statement
The U.S. Army Garrison Red considered before a security clearance impact on your final adjudication. of reasons for the denial or revocation.
Cloud Directorate of Family and is granted? What options are available An adjudicator will make the initial The attorneys at the Camp Casey
Morale, Welfare and Recreation to an applicant if he or she is denied a determination on whether to grant a Legal Assistance Office, located on
will hold the Warrior Country security clearance or if their clearance security clearance. Some of the most the second floor of Maude Hall,
Talent Search from 5-10 p.m., is revoked? common reasons for initially denying can help you use this information
March 26 at Camp Casey’s For those Soldiers who need to (or revoking) a security clearance relate to craft a response statement that is
Gateway Club. Competition will obtain a security clearance as part to alcohol or drug abuse, financial both material and relevant, thereby
be held in the adult (18 years old of their job, it is important that you irresponsibility, and various forms of increasing the likelihood of a favorable
and older) and youth (17 years understand that no one has a right to a criminal conduct. outcome. Particular emphasis should
old and under) categories. It security clearance. Rather, the burden If you are initially denied a security be placed on mitigating factors
is open to U.S. military, family will fall on you to demonstrate that you clearance, or your clearance is revoked, by looking at the nature, extent,
members, Defense Department are worthy of being granted a clearance. there are avenues available to submit and seriousness of the conduct;
civilians and KATUSA Soldiers. You will be evaluated on a number of information in rebuttal. First, you the motivation and circumstances
Prizes are $500 for first place, variables known as the “whole person will be given a letter expressing the surrounding the conduct; the
$300 for second place and $100 for concept” which includes, but is not intent to either deny or revoke your frequency of the conduct and how
third place. Contestants will also limited to, an examination of your clearance. Remember, this is not a recent it occurred; the individual’s
vie for other prizes. The top five honesty, discretion, sound judgment, final determination. Rather, it is your age and maturity at the time of the
qualify for the finals at the Music potential for coercion, strength of initial notice that your application may conduct; the presence of rehabilitation
and Arts Festival at Yongsan character, and your ability to handle be denied. This letter will explain in and other pertinent behavior changes;
Garrison where they will have an and protect classified information. detail the procedural options available and the likelihood of continuation or
opportunity to win more prizes. Perhaps more than any other single to the applicant. The applicant may recurrence. If you have received a letter
For more information call 732- factor, your ability to demonstrate your either forfeit his opportunity to contest of intent to deny or revoke your security
9464. honesty will be hugely influential in the security clearance determination, clearance, contact the Camp Casey
whether you are ultimately granted or elect to submit a statement and Legal Assistance Office immediately at
a security clearance. This means materials for consideration in the DSN 730-3660 to discuss your options.
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Robert Kwenortey, Company


A, 302nd Brigade Support
Battalion, keeps a steady pace as
he swims the 50-meter freestyle
event during the 2011 Warrior
Country Indoor Swimming
Championship at the Camp Red
Cloud indoor pool, March 19.
Kwenortey didn’t place in the
event but finished third inthe
100-meter freestyle– U.S. Army
photo by Spc. Mardicio Barrot

2-9th Infantry troop takes six golds


By Spc. Mardicio Barrot butterfly, 100-meter individual Company, Brigade Special Troops
mardicio.barrot@korea.army.mil medley, 100-meter freestyle, 100-meter Battalion at Camp Hovey, swam off
breaststroke, 100-meter butterfly, with first place finishes in the 50-meter
CAMP RED CLOUD — A Korean 100-meter backstroke, 200-meter freestyle and 50-meter backstroke and
Soldier from Company B, 2nd medley relay and 200-meter freestyle a third in the 50-meter breaststroke.
Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment from relay. Staci Gash, spouse of Richard Gash,
Camp Casey, who never competed in a Also in the 32 years and under took home first place in both events
swimming competition swam off with division, Jonathan Mickle from Battery she participated in – the 50-meter
six first places and one second place B, 1st Battalion, 38th Field Artillery freestyle and 100-meter freestyle.
finish in the 2011 Warrior Country Regiment at Camp Casey, took first in Lee said the competition was fierce
Indoor Swimming Championship at the 50-meter backstroke, second in the and that everybody competed to the
the indoor pool here, March 19. 50-meter breaststroke and third in the best of their abilities.
Lee Jeong-woo, who’s been 50-meter butterfly. “It was great competition out there
swimming since he was 5 years old, Steve Thomas from Battery C, today and I felt that everybody gave it
said he enjoyed swimming for fun and 6th Battalion, 37th Field Artillery their all and swam as fast as they could,”
exercise, but even he was surprised by Regiment from Camp Casey, took first he said. “I was really impressed by the
his success. in the 100-meter freestyle, second in Gash family, who even swam some of
“I didn’t expect to win six gold the 50-meter freestyle and third in the the competition with their children.”
medals today, but I am very proud of 100-meter breaststroke. The participants are already looking
myself that I was able to accomplish In the men’s 33 and up division, ahead to next year and hope for an
a goal like that,” he said. “My favorite Richard Gash from the Brigade even bigger turnout.
event of the day was the 50-meter Special Troops Battalion at Camp “I really want to do this again next
butterfly. I felt that event is where I Hovey, took home the most medals year,” Lee said. “Hopefully there are
accomplished my personal best in with three first places and one second even more people next year so that
today’s competition.” place. So Myung-do from the 304th we all can push ourselves more for the
Swimmers participated in three Expeditionary Signal Brigade at Camp new competition.”
Nathaniel Nicholas, Company B, 304th divisions: men’s 33 and up, men’s 32 Stanley took home first place in the For more information on upcoming
Signal Battalion, gasps for air in the and under and the women’s division. 50-meter butterfly, second in the swimming events or other Warrior
50-meter butterfly of the Warrior Country Each division had 11 events: 50-meter 100-meter freestyle and third in the Country sports events contact the
Indoor Swimming Championship, March freestyle, 50-meter backstroke, 100-meter breaststroke. Lee Dong-gyn Directorate of Family and Morale,
19. – Photo by Spc. Mardicio Barrot 50-meter breaststroke, 50-meter from Headquarters and Headquarters Welfare and Recreation at 732-7779. x

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
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It’s about honoring our commitment to Soldiers and Families.


Visit ArmyOneSource.com to see what the Army Family Covenant can mean for you or someone you know.
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(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.

SAHS JROTC toast for the Dining Out


By Pvt. Choi Sung-il “JROTC program provides basic knowledge about
sung.i.choi@korea.army.mil military service and teaches students different tech- u Scenes from SAHS JROTC!
niques and skills they can use in the future,” said
YONGSAN GARRISON - One hundred thirty- host of the event, Alaina Bonner Cadet Lt. Col. as
seven cadets of Seoul American High School Junior well as a senior of SAHS.
Reserve Officer Training Corps and their families got “Students who take the course attain options and
together to celebrate the annual JROTC tradition of opportunities such as scholarship and leadership
Dining Out at the Main Post Club March 17. opportunity when they go to the real world.”
United States Army Garrison Yongsan Garrison JROTC cadets honor age-old tradition
Commander Col. William Huber as guest speaker After dinner, Col. Huber proceeded to deliver
of the event praised the successes JROTC accom- his message and shared memories and experiences
plished throughout the year. from when he was their age.
“What a night this has been and it is the most dif- “It takes me back 33 years ago when I look at the
ficult event to plan, most difficult thing to organize, tables tonight to where I was at your age. When I
and most difficult thing to execute, but this JROTC was sitting in the chair over 30 years ago, I never be-
class has done phenomenally. Let’s give the class a lieved I would be standing here today.”
big hand for a great night.” Reminiscing about old memories when he strived around here, but there are a lot of people just an
More than 200 attendees including JROTC ca- to achieve his dream, Col. Huber emphasized the ocean away from us hoping big dreams right now.
dets, distinguished guests and JROTC instructors following to the cadets above everything else. We need to keep their big dreams in our prayers
sat around tables together and enjoyed several “Dream big and dare to fail, we have lots of chal- because we are on the edge of a world-wide catas-
events during the Dining Out. lenges in our lives but I have never accepted no as trophe the scale of which we have never seen in our
They carried on a grog ceremony whereby cadets an answer because I have a dream,” he proceeded. “I lives.”
who are observed to violate rules of the mess are have had many failures but a failure is as good as a “Garrison Yongsan and the Installation Manage-
punished by drinking the grog made by mixing bev- success and a victory. Failure is only a failure if you ment Community supports all Soldiers, Families
erages and food unappealing to taste. don’t take advantage of what you learn.” and Army Civilians with quality programs and safe
“I am very excited and hope everybody enjoys the Lastly he also expressed anxiety and wish to- communities that meet their needs,” said Garrison
wonderful event and has a great time and it will be wards Japan suffering from the recent devastating Commander Col. Bill Huber. “We are keeping our
pleasant,” said 17-year-old Gavino Schreiber Cadet earthquake. promise to make Yongsan a place where community
Maj. and senior of SAHS. “We’ve had a lot of fun tonight enjoying ourselves members can thrive.” x
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News & Notes


Free Musical Concert
The Korean American Association
(KAA) will hold its annual Friend
-ship Concert for American
forces personnel and their family
members at the Yong Theater of
the National Museum of Korea on
Monday, April 18. The KAA is also
offering a free guided tour of the
museum prior to the concert.

Good Neighbor English Camp


Demonstrate American hospital
-ity by opening your homes to
young Korean participating in
the seventh Annual USFK Good
Neighbor English Camp on May
15-21, 2011. U.S. host families from
Yongsan area are needed to house
60 tenth-grade students from
Seoul, Pyeongtaek, and Taegu
during this one-week program.
For more information or to sign
up as a volunteer host, please call
the USFK Public Affairs Office,
U. S. Army Garrison Yongsan Commander Col. Bill Huber hands responsibility from outgoing Command Sgt. Maj. Ralph Rusch to
723-7669/4685 or send e-mail to incoming Command Sgt. Maj. John Justis during a ceremony at Lombardo Field, March 17. - U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Opal Vaughn
paocr@korea.army.mil.

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.

K16 Shuttle Schedule Chnage


SAES students blast off with reading
Starting March 21, the bus
By Cpl. Hong Moo-sun tering with their parents and signing mark Making, Crafts, Judges Table,
departing K-16 at 6:40 p.m. will moo.s.hong@korea.army.mil in. Students then received a slip of blue Reading Corner, Frito Pie Meals, Com-
stop by Hannam Village at 7:15 paper to collect stamps upon complet- ic Strip Station, Blast Off with Words
p.m. The rest of the K-16 shuttle YONGSAN GARRISON - More ing various activities that encouraged and What’s the Story.
schedule remains the same. (excl- than 300 Seoul American Elementary literacy. Family Reading Night
uding U.S. and training holidays) School students and their parents par- The cafeteria was packed with vari- “My son encouraged me to bring
ticipated in the SAES Annual Family ous booths for students so they can him out,” said Warrant Officer Jeremie
Yongsan Retiree Council Reading Night March 17. complete those activities and receive Coleman, Headquarters and Head-
The USAG Yongsan Retiree “Blast Off With Reading” kicked off stamps. Booths included PTO Spirit quarters Company, Eighth U.S. Army.
Council would like to invite all in the SAES cafeteria with students en- Wear and membership Sign-Up, Book- “I think these booths are great for kids
Military Retirees, their spouse to attend. They are entertaining as well
and Retired Widow by attending as educational. The activities are great
a monthly meeting on the second learning tools implemented with fun.
Thursday of the month at the My son is participating in this program
USAG Yongsan Headquarter for the first time and he is very much
Conference Room in Bldg. 4305. enjoying this.”
Eighth U.S. Army Air Mobility Li-
CYSS is looking for you aison Officer Capt. Rush Taylor who
We are currently recruiting for a read books for students at the Reading
Lead Teacher. This position pays Corner booth, said he also enjoyed the
$13-17 an hour and requires a Child family reading night himself.
Development Associate credential “The Air Force sent out a request for
or 12 hours of education in early volunteers to come and help out with
or elementary education. We are the reading night here in the elemen-
also recruiting for a Functional tary school. Bunch of us just volun-
Technology Specialist which pays teered to come out and help out,” he
$40-50,000 a year. And, we are said.
looking for Family Child Care “It is a lot of fun to come out here,
Providers. Earn $26-40,000 a year help out the kids, read to them, and
while staying at home. For more look into their eyes when you read
information, call 738-3406 and a story to them. You get involved in
visit www.cpol.army.mil to apply. something as important as reading.”
After students were done with the
For a complete list of community infor- activities, they moved to classrooms
mation news and notes, visit the USAG where Community Leader Readers
Yongsan Facebook page at USAG Yongsan Command Sgt. Maj. Ralph Rusch read books to fourth and fifth grade were waiting to read books for them.
http://www.facebook.com/youryongsan students at SAES March 17. - U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Hong Moo-sun — See READING, Page 12 —
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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

CSM Rusch , Thanks for a great job. You probably had


the hardest and most thankless job of all. Good luck
with retirement.
Yongsan Library: Story Time
By Sgt. Opal Vaughn
opal.vaughn@korea.army.mil
Hyunik Kim u QR Codes for USAG Yongsan
YONGSAN GARRISON - Volunteer Maria USAG Yongsan Website USAG Yongsan Facebook
Facebook Fan Cutler reads “Anansi the Spider: A Tale from the
Ashanti” during Story Time at Garrison Yongsan
Library, March 8.
Every Tuesday morning at 10, young readers aged
3 to 5 gather at the library to take part in games, ac-
We KATUSA are so impressed about leadership you tivities and reading led by volunteers like Maria. x
showed last two years. Thank you for your devotion to
army and HHC USAG Yongsan. Wish you well in your
retirement
Yongsan kids visit Myeongdong area, Seoul
Heidi Davis
Facebook Fan

Thank you for all of your support to HHC USAG Yong-


san. Those of us from VISC are truely going to miss
you and all the support you gave us!

Doyoon Kim
Facebook Fan

CSM Rusch, thank you so much for your dedication to


HHC,USAG Yongsan and furthermore our nation, Ko-
rea. Your support makes two nations, Korea and U.S,
have a deep relationship as freinds. We will never for-
get what we have done with you and we all miss you!
I really hope that you always be healthy and happy un-
der God’s blessing. I wanna shout this to you instead
of saying good-bye. “Dragon Night!”

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
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COR from Page 10

University of Maryland, College Park, borne wings and a German Gold


Md. He received his Masters in Pub- Schutzenschur.
lic Administration from Shippensburg It is only fitting that he complete his
University in December 1991. He grad- 32-year military career where his heart
uated from Capella University in 2009. lies, in the land of the morning calm.
His awards and decorations include United States Army Garrison Yongsan
the Legion of Merit, Defense Merito- held a change of responsibility cer-
rious Service Medal with one oak leaf emony from outgoing Command Sgt.
cluster, Meritorious Service Medal Maj. Ralph Rusch to incoming Com-
with two oak leaf clusters, Joint Ser- mand Sgt. Maj. John Justis, March 17.
vice Commendation Medal with two “I would like to recognize all the
oak leaf clusters, Army Commenda- Soldiers out here,” said Command Sgt.
tion Medal, Joint Service Achieve- Maj. John Justis.
ment Medal with one oak leaf cluster, “Everyone please give them a round
Army Achievement Medal with three of applause. You all look great out
oak leaf clusters, nine awards of the there. I didn’t want to make this a big
Good Conduct Medal, two awards of deal so thanks for being out here. Just
the National Defense Service Medal, know that the Garrison can count on
Overseas Service Ribbon with numeral me. I am here to support the Soldiers
3, The GWOT Service Medal, and the and families. Sergeant Major, I ap-
NATO Medal. preciate all you have taught this old
Rusch has also earned Dutch Air- scout.” x

READING from Page 11

Twenty-eight Community Leader Spouses Club, SAES prepared over 400


Readers participated in the fam- brand new books, grade level appro-
ily reading night including Lt. Gen. priate for kindergarten to fifth grade.
John Johnson, Commanding Gener- “I must thank the students and par-
al, EUSA. Johnson read books about ents that came out,” said Rhoda Cody.
space, space travel, air transportation “It is the students that inspire the edu-
and astronauts. cators to do what we do. We work hard
“I think participation of commu- to show our students that today a read-
nity leaders shows they care about the er, tomorrow a leader.”
children,” said Sgt. 1st Class Kimberly “Garrison Yongsan and the Instal-
Costello, 362nd Signal Company. lation Management Community sup-
“I just moved here so I’m just trying ports all Soldiers, Families and Army
to get a feel for the post and for every- Civilians with quality programs and
thing. So far, I’m just really impressed safe communities that meet their
with a lot of things here in Yongsan.” needs,” said U.S. Army Garrison Yong-
At the end of the night, students san Garrison Commander Col. Wil-
visited the Dolphin Theater to return liam Huber.
the blue paper and claim a new book “We are keeping our promise to
to take home. make Yongsan a place where commu-
With the help of American Forces nity members can thrive.” x
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Japan-based troops, families use social media sites


Facebook proves to be A Surge of Hits
It’s been an unending communi-
information about their loved ones
stationed in Japan.
tions the only thing people are asking
for? Or are things like blankets, hy-
valuable communication cation flow since. In a matter of days,
AFN Misawa’s Facebook page shot
While officials came forth within
hours after the disaster to assure the
giene products, etc. also needed?”

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
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Patriot Express
POST OFFICE from Page 1

The process by which military mail


is moved to overseas locations is an

suspended in Korea excellent example of coordination be-


tween several national agencies and
the use of several transportation medi-
ums before it arrives at the Joint Mili-
tary Mail Terminal at Incheon.
The U.S. Postal Service moves mili-
tary mail within the U.S. to one of its
major processing facilities on either
the East or West coast, depending on
which theater of operations the mail is
intended. From there the mail is bro-
ken down by class.
First Class, Priority and Express
Flights dedicated to crisis in Japan until further notice mail are loaded onto commercial air-
craft and flown to the destination
country. Usual transit time for this
From U.S. Forces Korea Public Affairs relief efforts in Japan and is a prudent change in the wake class of mail is 24 hours from the time
and IMCOM Korea Public Affairs of the recent earthquakes. it is sent from the processing facility in
Under normal operations the Patriot Express arrives the US until it reaches the destination
YONGSAN GARRISON – Patriot Express flights from and departs from both Osan and Kunsan Air Bases. These country.
Republic of Korea will remain suspended through the end aircraft arrive on the peninsula Mondays and Wednesdays Registered mail and Space Available
of March with potential for further suspension in the first and depart Tuesdays and Thursdays. Mail that is less than 15 pounds and 60
week of April, officials said Tuesday at the 731st Air Mobil- No specific time has been set yet for the resumption of inches in combined length and width
ity Squadron at Osan Air Base. the normal operation of Patriot Express flights, but when are also flown from the processing fa-
Until further notice, these flights are being dedicated more information is available details will be released in cility to the destination country. This
to assist operations in Japan. multiple areas on the Web, including USFK’s website, at mail, however, will normally take up
Personnel who have been ticketed for official travel www.usfk.mil, and their official Facebook page at face- to 48 hours to reach the destination
aboard flights to or from Korea should contact their re- book.com/myusfk. country.
spective installation’s official travel office to reschedule Also check the Installation Management Command- The slowest method used, and most
their travel aboard commercial carriers. Korea Facebook page for updates at facebook.com/im- frustrating for mail recipients, is Par-
This temporary measure is part of the ongoing military comkorea. x cel Post and other bulk mail. This mail
travels from the processing facility to

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
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Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule

Worship Services Worship Services Worship Services Worship Services


Collective Liturgical Sunday 8 a.m. Memorial Chapel Collective Protestant Collective Protestant
Sunday 10 a.m. Stone Chapel Traditional Sunday 9:30 a.m. Brian Allgood Hospital Sunday 11 a.m. Freedom Chapel Sunday 10 a.m. Camp Carroll
Sunday 10 a.m. Stanley Chapel Contemporary Sunday 9:30 a.m. South Post Chapel 10:30 a.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 10:30 a.m. K-16 Chapel Gospel 1 p.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 10 a.m. West Casey Chapel Church of Christ 5 p.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Hannam Village Chapel Spanish 3 p.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 11 a.m. Warrior Chapel Gospel 12:15 p.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Crusader Chapel Nondenominational Church of Christ 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 11 a.m. Hovey Chapel Sunday 11 a.m. South Post Chapel Contemporary
Gospel Sunday 12:30 p.m. South Post Chapel ChapelNext 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel Wednesday 7 p.m. Camp Carroll
Gospel Catholic Mass Friday 7 p.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Memorial Chapel, Mision Pentecostal Hispana Sunday 9 a.m. Freedom Chapel KATUSA
Casey 12:30 p.m. Camp Sunday 2:30 p.m. South Post Chapel M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Freedom Chapel Tuesday 7 p.m. Camp Carroll
Stanley Chapel Saturday 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Camp Walker
United Pentecostal Sunday 9 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. (youth) Freedom Chapel
COGIC Sunday 1:30 p.m. Memorial Chapel Catholic Services
Sunday 12:30 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel KATUSA Mass
KATUSA Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Memorial Chapel Tuesday 6 p.m. Freedom Chapel Sunday 9 a.m. Camp Walker
KATUSA 11:45 a.m. Camp Carroll
Sunday 7 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist
Tuesday 6 p.m. Camp Hovey Chapel Saturday 9:30 a.m. Brian Allgood Hospital

Episcopal Sunday 10 a.m. Memorial Chapel


Catholic Services/Mass The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total
Sunday 9 a.m. CRC Warrior Chapel Catholic Services religious support to the United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth
Sunday 12 p.m. West Casey Chapel U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized civilians across the full
Sunday 9:30 a.m. Camp Hovey Chapel Catholic Mass Saturday 5 p.m. Memorial Chapel
Sunday 8 a.m. South Post Chapel spectrum of operations from armistice to war.
Latter-day Saints Worship Sunday 11:30 a.m. Memorial Chapel
Sunday 4 p.m. West Casey Chapel M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Memorial Chapel Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at:
1st Sat. 9 a.m. Memorial Chapel http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/fkch.aspx
for helpful links and information
Jewish Friday 7 p.m. South Post Chapel

Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact


USAG Yongsan Chaplains USAG-Humphreys Chaplains USAG-Red Cloud Chaplains USAG Daegu Chaplains

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
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Yongsan adventures on Facebook

Homigot Sunrise Plaza, Pohang, South Korea - Courtesy photo by Mel-


anie Boling-Barrow

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

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photos on Facebook
The sunset from the beach: it colors everyting with yellowish-red in Phuket, Thailand - Courtesy photo by Jennifer Lucia
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ARMY FAMILY COVENANT:


Keeping the Promise

It’s about honoring our commitment to Soldiers and Families.


Visit ArmyOneSource.com to see what the Army Family Covenant can mean for you or someone you know.
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New equipment increases field comm


By Sgt. Alexis Ramos to receive information from a JNN is a Why is JNN important?
1st Signal Brigade Public Affairs CPN. Cline went on to emphasize the im-
“The CPN is connected to the [Sat- portance of the new JNN equipment.
YONGSAN GARRISON — The ellite Transporter Terminal]. From “What it means for us is we now
304th Expeditionary Signal Battalion there the STT is transmitting to a have a piece of equipment that can
tested new equipment from Feb. 23 to satellite,” said Spc. William Brown, communicate with all the other equip-
March 10 during the Key Resolve exer- 304th ESB CPN team chief, Company ment,” said Cline.
cise this year in Korea. A. “Also on the distant end, the JNN The 304th ESB received the new ad-
Several teams from 304th ESB were has its own STT and from there it can ditions to their inventory November
deployed with two new types of de- communicate between one to another. 2010, but Key Resolve 2011 marked the
vices called Command Post Node and Therefore in saying halfway, (the JNN) first opportunity to test the capabili-
Joint Node Network. Both nodes work provides the necessary communica- ties of their upgrades. The opportunity
together to provide services and com- tions such as Internet. We get our in- proved to be essential, according to
munication. ternet access through the JNN and we Cline.
“What we do is we receive services,” also get our timing.” “If we were to deploy with this
said Sgt. Mitchel Cline, 304th ESB JNN The JNN is the centerpiece for pro- equipment, doing this right now, these
section sergeant, Company A. “We viding these services, explained Cline. settings would be saved. All this infor-
have an access to a link which provides “For anybody to receive a signal, they mation would remain on these devic-
Internet and voice calls, we call that have to have a common place where es,” said Cline. “So literally, if we were
service, and then we have other people everything meets up,” said Cline. “So to pick up and go somewhere else, we
throughout the peninsula who lock imagine a wheel and the JNN would could fire back up and already have all
on that service. So what we do is we typically function as a hub of the the trouble shooting problems done.”
receive it, and then we split it up us- wheel. So if you have a wheel and the So what does having JNN and CPN
ing all this [JNN] equipment here and center part would be your hub, which mean for the 304th ESB?
then we shoot it out. Then it hits vari- is us, then everything that comes off of “We’re able to able to support any Pfc. Joseph Mechenry, operator main-
ous satellites and comes back to other that, which radiates outwards from the unit in the world [with communica- tainer, Company A., 304th ESB, works
people depending on what equipment center point, can be referred to as the tions], because of this equipment,” on a device used to enable ground forces
they have to receive it.” spokes. The spokes of a wheel or in our said 1st Lt. Micahel Steven, operations to have independent communications. —
One piece of the equipment used case your nodes, are your distant net.” officer, Company A., 304th ESB. x U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Alexis Ramos

Japan-based military families remain DoD top concern


By Elaine Wilson However, he said, it “is monumentally [impor- Online Discussion
American Forces Press Service tant] for our families living in the many [Japanese] As another avenue of support, the Defense De-
cities and prefectures impacted by the tsunami.” partment has launched an online discussion so peo-
WASHINGTON — Defense Department officials Gordon suggested service members and their ple can share their messages of comfort, or advice, to
are taking “proactive, deliberate” steps to stay ahead families visit the following sources for up-to-date in- military families in Japan.
of the changing conditions in Japan, while keeping formation: “My hope is that this discussion will serve to har-
the safety and well being of military families there ‹‹ Military community and family policy’s Face- ness the support and goodwill of our community
always in mind, a DOD official said March 18. book and Twitter pages for instant family-support and move us forward,” Gordon wrote. “Our strength
“From the Pentagon, the military community and updates; comes from our community — each of us, all of us.
family policy team and I are staying keenly aware ‹‹ Command and installations’ social media pages “This is not only the time to support and sustain
of the fluid conditions there,” Robert L. Gordon III, for local announcements and guidance; each other,” he continued, “it’s also an opportunity
deputy assistant secretary of defense for the Penta- ‹‹ The Department of Defense Education Activity to share among ourselves important lessons we may
gon’s office of military community and family policy, website for up-to-the-minute status of DOD schools have learned on how to help keep our families fo-
wrote in a blog released March 18. “From our schools and guidance for both students and parents; cused, maintain a sense of normalcy — especially for
and child care centers to our commissaries and ex- ‹‹ Military OneSource’s Japan earthquake and our children — and provide comfort to our own dur-
changes, our focus is the well-being of military fami- tsunami page for information about the disaster, in- ing times of challenge and crisis.”
lies. cluding resources for locating loved ones, radiation Through resilience and a sense of community,
“While we all may not be in Japan,” Gordon add- protection, making a donation and coping with fears Gordon said he has no doubt that service members
ed, “I know our hearts and thoughts all certainly are.” following a traumatic event; and their families will overcome this most-recent
Getting Information ‹‹ Defense.gov’s special report on Japan for official challenge.
Officials are committed to providing military updates from the Defense Department; and “I never cease to be amazed at the unfailing love
families timely and meaningful information in every ‹‹ The American Red Cross website for informa- and support military families provide to one anoth-
situation, Gordon noted. tion on relief operations in Japan. er,” he wrote. x

Terrorism, weapons of mass destruction on top threat list, Gates says


By Cheryl Pellerin Nuclear proliferation in Iran “But being able to be more selective those capabilities technologically and
American Forces Press Service brought “all the permanent members about the weapons programs that we in terms of training.
of the U.N. Security Council -- the have,” he said, “making them relevant Gates said the way weapons are
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — In United States, Russia, China, Great to [tomorrow’s] challenges and getting procured is a major structural change
a nation he spent much of his career Britain, France -- together to try and them delivered on time and as budget- needed in the U.S. military. Most ser-
studying and a city he last visited at bring pressure to bear” on that nation, ed is a challenge that every military in vices still buy their own weapons, he
the end of the Cold War, Defense Sec- he said. the world faces in the 21st century.” added, “but in fact a number of those
retary Robert M. Gates answered ques- “It is certainly my hope,” the secre- The world is not going to face the capabilities can be shared among all of
tions here Monday from Russian naval tary added, “that none of us ever have kinds of threats it experienced in the the services.”
officers about the U.S. Defense De- to use military force to deal with these 20th century, the secretary said. The secretary cited remotely pilot-
partment, its problems and its future. proliferation problems, but rather that “We will face a range of potential ed vehicles as an example, noting that
After delivering a speech at the new we can persuade these countries ... to conflicts that slides along a spectrum each service has its own program for
State Russian Naval Museum, Gates give up these weapons or weapons pro- of lethality,” he explained. “We will buying them. “And we think we could
invited questions from his audience of grams voluntarily.” confront nonstate actors that poten- save a lot of money if they went togeth-
mid-level officers from the Kuznetsov The Biggest Problem tially have the capabilities of states, er in these programs,” he said.
Naval Academy. One of the biggest U.S. defense whether it’s in the cyber area or in the In a discussion of training and edu-
“The biggest threats we face are ac- problems, Gates said, involves very case of Hezbollah, which has tens of cation for U.S. service members, Gates
tually those where international coop- expensive weapons systems ordered thousands of rockets and missiles -- acknowledged repeated rotations for
eration is significantly required,” Gates many years ago. Some have ended up more than most governments in the the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have
said. “The first is terrorism ... and the costing much more than anticipated, world.” cut into full-spectrum training for the
other is the proliferation of weapons of and others “have proven not to be use- The Biggest Challenge whole range of missions that each ser-
mass destruction, particularly prolif- ful in the 21st century,” he told the Rus- Perhaps the biggest national secu- vice is supposed to perform.
eration in states that have threatened sian officers. rity and strategic challenge, Gates told Turning to U.S.-Russian coopera-
to destroy other states.” The secretary said he’s made prog- the group, is preparing militaries for tion, Gates said he would like to see
Terrorism sent the United States ress on the problem, saving American diverse threats and security challenges more effort put into an exchange pro-
into Afghanistan and into a difficult taxpayers $300 billion or more as a re- under limited budgets and getting the gram for Russian and U.S. military offi-
fight with al-Qaida, he added. sult. maximum possible flexibility for using cers and noncommissioned officers. x
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Artist shares her talents


By Steven Hoover she relishes hearing somebody say that artists Jerry Gergely, Will Ritter, and the schedule of the students.
steve.hoover@korea.army.mil they could never do something like Dorian Clevenger. She also credits time “I think it’s wonderful that she is
that. Her answer to them is, “Why can’t spent with Dick Smith, who she says is volunteering her time to teach these
CAMP HUMPHREYS — After you? It’s just a matter of allowing your- considered the godfather of special ef- classes,” said student Luana Erickson.
recently receiving a slight nudge from self to. If you want to do something fects makeup, as her inspiration when “I think we are very fortunate to have
someone in her Family Readiness bad enough, you’ll find a way to do it.” it comes to sculpting. classes like this offered.”
Group, Ashley Robles decided it was Robles studied at the Douglas Edu- The drawing class is on Tuesdays, For more information about the
time to share her artistic talents with cation Center in Pittsburgh, where starting at 1 p.m., while the sculpting classes, call Arts and Crafts at 753-
the community by offering to teach she received an associate’s in special- class is at the same time on Thursdays. 6706.
free drawing and sculpting classes at ized business. There, she studied un- The classes are scheduled for an hour, To view some of Robles’ work, go to
the Arts and Crafts Center, inside the der Hollywood special effects makeup but they can run longer depending on http://www.facebook.com/AshArts. x
Community Activity Center.
Ashley, the wife of Spc. Nelson
Robles, assigned to the 520th Main-
tenance Company, began teaching
the early afternoon classes a couple of
weeks ago and has been pleased with
how they have been received thus far.
“I originally had four students for
the drawing class,” she said. “Then I
mentioned the sculpting class and they
seemed interested in that as well.” That
interest has blossomed into a third
class, oil painting, that begins May 2
from 3 to 5 p.m., also at Arts and Crafts.
The class if free but there is a cost of
$100 for materials.
Although she said teaching classes
is not something that she would prob-
ably do if she were living Stateside,
Robles needed something more than
being home and helping the FRG with
special events.
“I hated being home all of the time,
which was making me dislike being in
Korea,” she said. “But, one day some-
body told me that they saw in Happen-
ings that the CAC was looking for in-
structors. At first, I didn’t think it was
something I wanted to do. But, here I
am.”
She said she has been encouraged
by those who have seen her works and

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
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News & Notes


Children’s Theatre Show
The Missoula Children’s Theatre
will perform The Jungle Book
Spouses learn resilience
March 26 at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., Nine-day course builds times, according to the students.
“It was a blast,” said student Tracie
efficiently deal with being a military
spouse.”
atthe Community Activity Cen-
ter. Participants are in grades
mental toughness, Hardy. “I’m glad I took it.” The next Master Resilience Training
Simmons noted the benefits of the is scheduled for May.
Kindergarten through 12th. For strengthens character self awareness portion. Anyone interested in taking the
more information, call Joon Auci “I learned a lot about myself,” she course can call Clarence Figgs at 753-
at 753-8507 or 753-8284. By W. Wayne Marlow said. “I learned how to be a better com- 7439 or 7439-8401, or e-mail clarence.
warren.wayne.marlow@us.army.mil municator and learned how to more figgs@korea.army.mil. x
Course Selection Brief
Parents whose children will be CAMP HUMPHREYS — The four
freshmen at Osan High School graduates of a Master Resiliency Train-
next year are invited to a brief ing course taught at Army Community
March 30 at 1:15 p.m. in Build- Service were taught critical thinking
ing 657, room 141. Speakers will skills and were given pointers on how
explain courses and be on hand to persevere, build character, and
to answer questions. For more in- strengthen relationships.
formation, call Vicki Leivermann But more than that, they left with
at 753-6313, or e-mail vicki.leiver- three more friends than when they be-
mann@pac.dodea.edu. gan.
On the final day, student Tina Chin
Cub Scout Banquet told her classmates, “You guys open up
The Humphreys Cub Scout Pack and tell me about your experiences and
203 is holding its 2011 Blue & Gold I think, ‘That happened to me.’ I had a
Banquet on April 2 from 5 p.m. to great time with you guys.”
8 p.m. in Conference Room B of Another student, Katherine Doeh-
the Super Gym. ring Simmons, echoed that. “We were
able to relate to each other,” she said.
OHA Survey “We made friends.”
The annual Overseas Housing A third participant, Charice En-
Allowance (OHA) survey will run riquez, called the class “very informa-
through March. Servicemembers tive,” and noted, “There was interac-
will receive a link to the survey tion where we can talk and get to know
at their official e-mail address. each other.”
Answering these questions helps Clarence Figgs, one of the course in-
establish OHA utility rates. The structors, said the interaction was one
survey can be accessed at http:// of the aims.
www.defensetravel.dod.mil/ss/ “It’s not about us,” he said. “We en-
wsb.dll/s/eg4b. courage the students to participate.”
The nine-day course, which ended
Indoor Soccer Tournament March 17, had four modules, each fo-
The Area III company-level in- cusing on a different skill set. Accord-
door soccer tournament is set for ing to Figgs, the Army established
April 3 at MP Hill Gym. For more the Comprehensive Soldier Fitness
information, call 753-8031. program to increase the resilience of
Family Members and Army civilians.
Walking Festival Students are taught critical thinking
The Pyeongtaek Citizens Health- skills designed to increase traits such
Walking Festival is scheduled as optimism, mental agility and self Katherine Doehring Simmons, with instructor Clarence Figgs nearby, makes a point
for April 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. awareness. to her classmates during Master Resiliency Training March 17 at the Army Commu-
Participants will travel from It made for good learning and good
Camp Humphreys to Yichung
nity Service Center. — U.S. Army photo by W. Wayne Marlow
Report Park, where the festival
starts with entertainment and
warmups. A two-hour walk be-
gins at 10 a.m., with lunch and
an award ceremony to follow.
To register, send your name,
unit, date of birth, telephone
number and e-mail address to
chong.s.chong@korea.army.mil.
The festival is open to the first 20
persons to respond. For more in-
formation, call 754-7652.

Tobacco Cessation Classes


Until further notice, tobacco ces-
sation classes will be by appoint-
ment with Health Promotion. In
interested, call 753-3253.

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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6-52 conducts combat lifesaver training


“T
By 1st Lt. Austin Liu Nasopharyngeal Airway, or NPA,
6-52 ADA Public Affairs is that it usually does not trigger a
gag reflex in the patient,” explained
SUWON AIR BASE — Ibrahim, the assistant medical supply
Private First Class Ahmed Ibrahim noncommissioned officer in charge his training is very important for
enthusiastically demonstrated to for Headquarters and Headquarters
his students how to properly insert Battery, 6th Battalion, 52nd Air the Korean Service Corps members.”
the Nasopharyngeal Airway into an Defense Artillery.
unconscious patient in order to secure Ibrahim’s instruction is a normal
open airway. part of the required curriculum for the — Kim Pon Yol
He demonstrated on himself first, U.S. Army Combat Life Saver Course KSC worker
gently sliding the tube down the given to all incoming Soldiers of 6-52.
nostril. However, what is not ordinary about
His students observed attentively, this course is that all his students are saving procedures or other advance the standard for certification. The
periodically jotting down notes members of the Korean Service Corps, EMT responses during our normal students must be able to demonstrate
on important points that could be more commonly known as KSC. KSC training,” said Kim Pon Yol, a KSC proficiency in maintaining breathing,
featured on the written exam later “This training is very important for worker who participated in the CLS stopping blood loss, preventing
that day. the KSC members because we do not course. infection, and evacuation. These are
“The advantage of the normally learn about paramedic life There are 15 KSC members working the four key steps to save someone’s
for the Iron Horse Battalion, and over life in battle.
2,200 KSC members are employed by “Initially, my biggest concern was
the U.S. military across the peninsula. the language barrier,” Ahmed said.
These dedicated workers provide “But with the help of the interpreter,
invaluable logistic support to U.S. the students were able to comprehend
commanders during peace time as well and retain the material.”
as wartime. When asked how he knew that
“KSC members serve in various the KSC workers are ready for
positions in support of the daily certification, the 19-year-old New
operation of the U.S. Army in the Jersey native smiled and confidently
Republic of Korea,” said Mun Tae-Yong, replied, “Just watch how proficient
the senior KSC member on Suwon. “We they are executing these drills during
are working alongside U.S. Soldiers the hands-on portion of the final
and serving as bus drivers, ambulance exam. They are just as good as any U.S.
drivers, painters, carpenters, and even students.”
communication support specialists.” Kim Pong Yol, a KSC member
Because the KSC has become an working as a painter, carried a
integral part of the U.S. Army in recent simulated unconscious patient using a
years, it is only befitting that KSC litter from the classroom to the parking
members receive the same standard lot outside with the help of another
of training as the troops they serve. student. So the class had both physical
And one of the most important and mental demands, which made for
warrior tasks and drills is the ability good training.
to administer first aid and potentially Kim said after the practical exercise,
Pfc. Ahmed Ibrahim (Left) demonstrates to his students from the Korean Service Corps save a life. “I have learned a lot this morning and
how to secure a casualty suffering from head and neck injuries, and how to transport For this reason, Ahmed, the I think all of these skills are necessary
using a litter. It was part of Combat Life Saver training taught March 11 at Suwon Air primary instructor for the CLS course, for us to be ready for the war if it does
Base. — U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Austin Liu explained early on to his students break out in the future.” x

Civilian Fitness Program


now enrolling participants
By Dave Elger
Area III Health Promotion Coordinator

CAMP HUMPHREYS — April 30 is the enroll-


ment deadline for those interested in the Civilian
Fitness Program.
Civilian Fitness is an Army-wide program de-
signed to help partcipants incorporate physical ac-
tivity into their daily routine.
It authorizes an employee to exercise three hours
per week during the duty day, pending supervisor
approval.
The program is open to full-time Department of
Defense employees and allows them to partcipate in
a six-month regimen to improve their physical fit-
ness.
Medical clearance is required for men 40 years of
age and older, for women 50 years of age and older,
and for anyone who has increased cardiovascular
risk factors.
The benefits include: stress management; a pos-
tive attitude and better overall outlook about life;
improved mental awareness; a decreased risk fac-
tor for heart disease and stroke; and increased work
performance.
Participants can set goals and realize them over a
six-month period, and will be able to compare pre- Getting the treatment
and post-assessment numbers.
To sign up, or for more information, call Health Workers give massages to two customers in the Super Gym lobby. Treatments are available daily from 11:30 a.m.
Promotion at 753-3253, or e-mail dave.elger@ to 8:30 p.m. Patrons can get a 20-minute neck, shoulders, arms and back treatment for $15, or the 30-minute
us.army.mil. x scalp, neck, shoulders, arms, back and pelvis treatment for $20.— U.S. Army photo by Mike Mooney
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Camp Henry Soldiers gear up for new PT program


By Mary Grimes
mary.b.grimes@us.army.mil
DAEGU GARRISON — Across the
Army units are being introduced to a
new Army Physical Fitness Program. It’s
a big deal in a number of ways. For one,
it shows the times are changing, and not
even the Army can escape this. What
hasn’t and isn’t likely to ever change,
however, is the Army’s commitment
toward ensuring Soldiers are able to
successfully execute their mission.
According to 1st Sgt. Marvin J.
Jones, HHC USAG Daegu, the new PT
program was implemented in March
2010 upon the release of the U.S. Army’s
Physical Training Manual, TC 3-22.20.
“The U.S. Army Physical Fitness School
and the external directives were the
driving force behind implementation
of the new program.
For those who may be wondering
what brought about the change, the
answer is fairly simple. Said Jones,
“The changes to the new program
were affected by lessons learned from
past and current operations. The PRT
will direct its attention towards the
Soldier’s ability to physically take on
the challenges that confront them on
the current battlefield.”
Addressing the noticeable changes
to the various fitness exercises, 1st Sgt.
Jones said the new program focuses
on those muscles used for climbing,
sprinting, jumping, and landing. “This
new program is intended to improve
a Soldier’s performance, while at the
same time reduce the possibility of
injuries. An important thing to keep
in mind is that the program will focus 1st sgt. Marvin J. Jones, HHC, USAG Daegu, executes the Prone Row exercise while participating in the Army’s new fitness program..
on results,” commented the 1st Sgt. x — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jang Bong-seok

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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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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DAS cheerleaders: a team of energetic winners


By Lee Seung-bin According to Maylynn Padilla, team
USAG Daegu Public Affairs Captain for the DAS cheerleaders,
cheerleading isn’t for just everyone.
DAEGU GARRISON — Just like a She said, “Flying is a most unforgettable
beautiful flower opening before your experience for a cheerleader. When I’m
eyes, the energy and spirit of the Daegu in the air doing a kind of bend, all my
American School cheerleaders will body looks like a ‘Pretzel’ figure. If l
also put a smile on your face. That stretch that, I love when the crowd yells
smile was made even brighter for the for me ‘Oh my god’”
USAG Daegu community, when the All of those acrobatic moves are
DAS Cheerleaders brought home the not a piece of cake. They can be both
gold…so to speak. That’s right. The dangerous and of course, they can lead
cheerleaders achieved first place in the to injuries. According to the coach of
Final Varsity Tournament Standings the cheerleaders, Angela Griego safety
2010-2011 earning 155.5 points, and Final is always a major concern. She said,
Junior-Varsity Tournament Standings “We’ve had cheerleaders to receive
2010-2011 earning a handsome 155 points. injuries, as you can imagine. However,
It would be practically impossible they get back up and start training to
to hold back the tears and the joy, overcome those injuries and get back
which is exactly why they could not. So, into the swing of things, jumping,
it’s easy to understand why the team tumbling, and dancing as much as
would find it impossible to hide their they did before. We want our kids to
surprise when they received word that have fun, but we always want to make
they’d won the competition. Jumping their training and learning experiences
up and down at amazing heights, and positive ones. For that reason, we never
performing near acrobatic movements move on to the next level until everyone
that included soaring through the air understands and practices good safety.”
and turning flips, their performance That everyone is not just a team
was simply awesome. of excitable young girls. It’s a team

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

Pride in your Community: cleanliness tied to discipline, pride


By Command sgt. maj. Gabriel S. Arnold As I travel amongst our four would bet that they don’t consider cleanliness of our camps.
gabriel.s.arnold@us.army.mil camps, camps George, Walker, Henry who is going to have to pick it up? Cleanliness is tied to discipline and
and Carroll I’m noticing a trend of The individuals that are called on pride. I want to ask our community
DAEGU GARRISON — Installation trash and cigarette butts littering to pick them up are Soldiers that to join together as a team and help
Management Command, “We are our community. There is no certain conduct post police every Monday, police our own community by
the Army’s home.” After having demographic of people that I can Wednesday and Friday! Now it’s clear making those on the spot corrections.
served in the Army for a long time point my finger at so since I cannot that the individuals that do this do The Installation Management
now I have developed a strong catch everyone who does this I decided not throw their butts down inside Command Commander Lt. Gen.
sense of pride for the unit and to attack it from another venue, the their own homes so why would they Lynch always says “stop talking about
community I belong to no matter morning calm. do it anywhere else? If you do not the good ole days and let’s make
what duty assignment I’m located at. Let me frame this for you, we have throw garbage on the floor in your these days the good ole days.” What
I have been to all four areas people within our community that own home then don’t do it anywhere I’m asking for is summed up in the
on the Korean Peninsula now and smoke cigarettes and when they else! Like many others that live and USAG Daegu motto which is “Make
I’m confident that Daegu is the are finished smoking the cigarettes work here in our community, I take a Difference” x
community of choice. they just throw it on the ground? I a great personal pride in the state of
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Children minus supervision equals recipe for fire


Story and photo by Andrew Allen they grow up.
USAG Daegu Deputy Fire Chief According to the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) in
DAEGU GARRISON — They 2008, children playing with fire started
grow up so fast; 1 minute you are an estimated 53,500 fires, causing an
cradling them in your arms, the estimated 70 deaths, 910 injuries and
next they are off running around the $279 million in direct property damage.
neighborhood. Then you hear the They go on to say that nearly half of
sirens, then the screams and once these fires the children were 5 years
again you are cradling them in your old or younger. 41% of the child related
arms and the image is forever burned fires start right in their bedrooms!
in your memory, a burned, scarred for Here are some basic rules:
life, child; your child. 1.Store matches and lighters out of
USAG Daegu has had some recent children’s reach and sight, up high,
close calls with fires as well as unattended preferably in a locked cabinet.
cooking which involved children; to 2.Never use lighters or matches as a
close for comfort by any standard. source of amusement for children; they
Fire Prevention and Safety starts may imitate you.
with Mom and Dad. Kids are curious 3.If your child expresses curiosity
about fire and cooking. They want to about fire or has been playing with fire,
do things that are forbidden and they calmly but firmly explain that matches
want to be independent and do things and lighters are tools for adults only.
for themselves. 4.Teach young children and school-
Parents, what have you done to age children to tell an adult if they see A recent fire behind a high voltage transformer; children play with matches is the
guide your children to keep them safe? matches or lighters. suspected cause.
“Oh not my child”; they wouldn’t play 5 . I f yo u s u s p e c t yo u r c h i l d i s
with matches; they only cook when I intentionally setting fires or unduly kitchen with the kids while you are 4.Camp George residence – Pull the
am watching them. NOT so say the fascinated with fire, get help. Your local microwaving or cooking. If you leave fire alarm outside to alert everyone in
statistics! They will cook when you are fire department, school, or ACS can the kitchen for even a short period of the building.
not around and they are hungry! They put you in touch with trained experts. time, turn off the stove or microwave, 5.If you try to fight the fire, be sure
will play with fire with their friends or 6.Do NOT leave children unattended this will teach the kids good habits for others are getting out and you have a
on their own. in the kitchen while cooking is going when they are grown up! clear way out.
Why? Did you? Do their on! If you think you can be distracted Remember, all of our teaching and 6.For an oven fire turn off the heat and
friends? Have you taught them the while cooking, the kids are even more setting good examples does not mean keep the door closed.
consequences? Some parents can easily and quickly distracted. you will never have a fire. So practice Fire Prevention and Safety begins with
honestly answer yes; others will say yes, 7.Be on alert! If you are sleepy or have what to do if there is a fire! you; every day, even when you become
but the child would say no. Talking consumed alcohol don’t let the kids use 1.If you have a fire; just get out! grandparents! A child scarred by fire is a
to children about fire is the same as the stove or microwave. 2.When you leave, close the door life time remembrance of a failure to teach
talking to them about sex and drugs. Cooking fires are the #1 cause of behind you to help contain the fire. Fire Prevention and Safety; be a Great
This is a subject you have to constantly home fires and home fire injuries in 3.Call 9-1-1 or 0505-764-5911 after you Teacher and Roll Model. x
engage in at an age appropriate level as the US and in the Army! Stay in the leave.
Shop, Save and thrive

COMMISSARY BENEFITS are part of the Army


Family Covenant’s commitment to provide a strong,
supportive environment where Soldiers and
Families can thrive.

WhAT IT MEANS:
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Guard and Reserve Soldiers and their Families
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purchases compared to commercial prices.

• Within the next three years, more than


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험프리스 사령관
사설
대령 죠셉 P. 모어 당신과 당신가족은 자연재해로 야기된 여러분의 사전대비 역시 중요합니다.

미육군 험프리즈 기지사령관 혹은 군사적인 필요에 인한 비상사테에 NEO훈련중 필히 지참해야 할 품목은

대비하고 있습니까? 올해의 NEO훈련은 신분증, 여권, 가족돌봄계획 (만일 편부모

우리 모두에게 우리의 준비태세를 혹은 부부군인일경우) 입니다. 다음과


저는 우리들 중 그 어느 누구도 지난
향상시킬 수 있는 좋은 기회를 같은 물품도 지참하기를 권장합니다.
2주간 일본에서 벌어진 일련의 사건들이
제공하였습니다. 즉 출생.결혼.입양 기록, 위임장,
일어날거라 상상해본 사람은 아무도
NEO훈련을 잘하면 비상사테가 유서, 보험약관, 수표책자, 신용카드,
없을거라고 생각합니다. 엄청난 지진과
올경우 우리는 잘 대처할 수 있습니다 자동차등록증 및 권리증, 사회보장카드,
쓰나미로인한 원자력발전소의 정전으로
우리가 대피하고있는 동안에는 소득세신고서, 의료기록 등. 기타 수건, 유아 및 여성용품, 응급처치물품,
야기된 사고는 누구도 예측못했던 많은
우리가 혹독한 환경에 처할지도 자세한 사항은 귀하의 NEO감독관에게 건전지라디오, 후래쉬 및 건전지, 현금
비극을 낳았습니다.
모르고 그 상황은 항상 유동적이라는 문의 하시기 바랍니다. 등.
저는 여러분이 3월11일 대지진으로
사실을 깨달아야만 합니다. 침착하게 이러한 물품들은 NEO백에 넣고 최악의 상황을 대비하며 훈련하는동안
시작된 이런한 사건을 생각해보면서
지시사항에 따르는것이 중요합니다. 보관하는데 상황에따라 달라질 수 최선를 바라신다면 저와 함께 하십시요.
이를통해 교훈을 얻기를 바랍니다. 우선
NEO에 대한 많은 지식은 스트레스를 있습니다. 3일치 식량과 물, 30일치 만약 NEO대피를 우리 스스로 준비해야
당신자신에게 먼저 물어보십시요. “
줄이기 때문에 대피자에 대한 정확한 의료품, 보호마스크, 담요, 세면 및 한다면 우리 자신이 할 수 있는 능력을
나의 가족과 나는 어떤 비상사테에도
사항을 아는것이 제일 중요합니다. 화장도구, 기르도록 합시다
대처 할 준비가 되었는가?” 라고...

미군자원봉사자들, 중학교학생들 영어회화연습 도우미


있다면, 시간이 좀더 길었으면 한국문화를 직접 접할 수 있는

해요. 한, 두 시간으로 너무 기회라서 이 프로그램을 아주

부족해요.”라고 말했다. 아직 좋아합니다.”라고 말했다.

중학생이지만, 장 양은 벌써 신정아 청당중학교 선생님은,

대학입학을 준비하고 있고, “처음에는 과연 얼마나

이 영어마을 프로그램은 많은 많은 학생들이 참여할까 라는

도움이 될 거라고 말했다. 의구심도 있었지만, 지금은

미육군 험프리스 수비대 많은 학생들이 참여 하기를

본부중대 소속, 케빈 캠벨 희망하고 있어요. 저는 미군

일등상사는 영어마을에 대해 자원봉사자들이 열심히 참여해


미육군 험프리스 수비대 본부중대 소속, 케빈 캠벨 일등상사 (사진 맨 오른쪽)가 청담중학교
영어마을에서 여학생 두명과 이야기를 나누고 있다 - 미육군, 사진 피터 유. 높이 평가하고 있다. “저는 줘서 고맙고, 앞으로도 계속해서

피터유-미육군험프리스수비대공보실 영어실력을 증진시키기 위한 이 프로그램은 미군들에게도 와 주기를 바래요.’라고 말했다.

기회를 주기 위한 것이다. 아주 좋은 프로그램이라고 이 영어마을반은 매월 첫째,


캠프 험프리스 - 지난 3월 5
장다예 (청담중 3학년) 생각해요.’라고 말했고, 그의 세째 주 토요일에 수업을
일, 미육군 험프리스 수비대의
학생은, “영어도 배우고, 아들도 이번에 함께 동참했다. 실시하며, 자원봉사를 희망하는
자원봉사자들이 청담중학교
외국인 친구도 사귀고, 그들의 밀디 브리어니스 (오산기지내 분은 754-7652 또는 이메일
영어마을 프로그램에 참여했다.
문화도 배울 수 있어서 아주 미국고등학교 2학년) 학생은, pom.tong.yu@korea.army.mil
이 프로그램은 한국인 학생들이
좋은 프로그램이에요. 바램이 “저는 여러분들이 한국 사람과 로 연락하면 된다.
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