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June 19, 2009 • Volume 7, Issue 35

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BOSS Beach Blast 2009 Over 500 Servicemembers enjoy fun in Boryeong sun

American and Korean single Soldiers compete in a tug of war on Daecheon Beach June 13. The Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Beach Blast drew more than 500 Soldiers from bases around South Korea. See more photos online at www.flickr.com/usag-yongsan. See Page 9 for the story or visit http://yongsan.korea.army.mil — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jason C. Adolphson

GARRISONS Region News USAG-Red Cloud USAG-Casey USAG-Yongsan USAG-Humphreys USAG-Daegu

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Published by Installation Management Command - Korea Commanding General/Publisher: Brig. Gen. John Uberti Public Affairs Officer/Editor: R. Slade Walters Senior Editor: Dave Palmer USAG-RED CLOUD Commander: Col. Larry A. Jackson Public Affairs Officer: Margaret Banish-Donaldson CI Officer: James F. Cunningham USAG-YONGSAN Commander: Col. David W. Hall Public Affairs Officer: David McNally CI Officer: Dan Thompson Staff Writers: Sgt. Lee Min-hwi, Cpl. Choi Keun-woo, Pfc. Hwang Joon-hyun, Spc. Jason C. Adolphson USAG-HUMPHREYS Commander: Col. Joseph P. Moore Public Affairs Officer: Bob McElroy CI Officer: Lori Yerdon Writer-Editor: Ken Hall Designer: Cpl. Kim Hyung-joon USAG-DAEGU Commander: Col. Michael P. Saulnier Public Affairs Officer: Philip Molter Staff Writers: Pfc. Park Kyung-rock, Pfc. Lee Do-dam, Kim Ayeon, Lee Ji-hye This Army newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Contents of The Morning Calm Weekly are not necessarily official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Department of Defense, or Department of the Army. The editorial content of this weekly publication is the responsibility of the IMCOMKorea, Public Affairs, APO AP 96205. Circulation: 9,500 Printed by Oriental Press, a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Government, under exclusive written contract with the Contracting Command-Korea. The civilian printer is responsible for commercial advertising. The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the U.S. Army or Oriental Press of the products or services advertised. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. Oriental Press President: Charles Chong Commercial Advertising Telephone: 738-5005 or 723-4253 Fax: (02) 790-5795 E-mail: [email protected] Mail address: PSC 450, Box 758, APO AP 96206-0758 Location: Bldg. 1440, Yongsan, Main Post SUBMISSIONS OR COMMENTS: Phone: DSN 738-4068 E-mail: [email protected]

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SHARP POINT #18-09 DoDDS Korea 2009-2010 Space Available 1. As Department of Defense DependentSchools-Korea (DoDDS-K) plans for School Year 2009-2010, I want to ensure everyone understands the limited enrollment opportunities for space available students. Space available includes Category 3 Space Available, tuition free : Non-command dependents of U.S. military and Category 4 Space Available, tuition paying: Dependents of private U.S. Gen. Walter L. Sharp citizens (including retired U.S. military) and citizens of foreign countries. With the increase in command sponsored military family enrollment, the number of available Category 3 and 4 slots may be limited. This early notice will allow you to apply for command sponsorship, make alternate plans for enrollment at other schools, or allow you time to plan the return of your dependents to CONUS or your country of origin. I strongly encourage Service members who are affected by this to consider applying for command sponsorship. This will guarantee your child’s enrollment in the next school year. For information on applying for command sponsorship. contact your chain of command. 2. DoDDS-K is placing all space available students on a waiting list for SY 09-10. DoDDS-K has an equitable system in place and will be making determinations for enrollment in three phases listed below: a. On Monday, August 24, through Thursday, August 27, students on the waiting list will be enrolled in grades where space is

available. This will be determined by the capacity of each grade level. A few spaces will be maintained for the late enrollment of command sponsored U.S. military/DoD civilian employee and federally connected students. When notified, students need to report within five (5) working days or move to the bottom of the list. b. On Monday. September 14, through Friday, September 18, the next group of students will be admitted. At this point DoDDS-K will enroll students up to the capacity of each grade - level. c. After September 30, students will be admitted from the waiting list. as space becomes available. DoDDS-K will maintain a few spaces from this date to accommodate incoming command sponsored military students. 3. We realize the uncertainty of not knowing if your space available student will be enrolled is disconcerting. However, we believe it is preferable to be very clear now than to disappoint you next fall. DoDDS-K will do all that is possible to accommodate as many students as they can. Your understanding in this matter is appreciated. 4. Please do not hesitate to call the Superintendent’s Office at 738-5922 or email [email protected], if you have any questions.

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FREEDOM’S FRONTIER! 8th U.S. and ROK Army hold Alliance Conference By Maj. Jerome L. Pionk 8th U.S. Army Public Affairs Lt. Gen. Joseph F. Fil, Jr., 8th Army Commanding General, and other 8th Army staff officers met June 11 with Republic of Korea Army Chief of Staff Gen. Lim Choung-bin and their ROK Army officer counterparts in an alliance conference held at the Octagon, the ROK version of the Pentagon, near Daejeon, Korea. The 2009 ROK-U.S. Alliance Conference is an annual event held between the two staffs to discuss future initiatives and to allow them to interact and get to know each other better for continued coordination and planning efforts. “These meetings are especially important in ensuring that we are communicating and interacting...in a consistent and meaningful way

so that we are both prepared to fight and win here in Korea...,” Fil said during the conference. During the conference, 8th Army participants were given a tour of the Octagon’s facilities and some of its units before engaging in working groups with their ROK counterparts that focused on communicating upcoming challenges and policy changes in their respective commands. Some of the issues discussed included updates in current policy that allow more Soldiers to come to Korea command sponsored on longer two or three year tour rotations, transformation efforts and the impact of changes in operational control transition. “I thought this conference went extremely well and that it was an overall productive and beneficial event for both sides,” said Maj. Roy Kempf, 8th Army Future Plans Officer.

Retiree Corner:

Filing for VA Disability after Retiring By Jack Terwiel Military Retiree Assistance Office Submitting to The Morning Calm Weekly Send Letters to the Editor, guest commentaries, story submissions and other items: [email protected]. For all submitted items include a point of contact name and telephone number. All items are subject to editing for content and to insure they conform with DoD guidelines. IMCOM-K Public Affairs and the Morning Calm Weekly staff are located at IMCOM-K, Yongsan Garrison. For information, call 738-4065.

There’s a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) office at Yongsan identified as BDD, that is, ‘Benefits Delivery at Discharge.’ The primary purpose of the office is to provide separating and retiring military members of all services the opportunity to start the VA claim for service-connected disability compensation before they retire. That’s the primary purpose of the BDD office, but the VA personnel also provide assistance to retirees as time allows. Their number is 0505-738-5121. Filing a claim for a service-connected disability becomes more complicated as time passes. But that doesn’t change the fact that retirees experience some problems that are invariably a result of their time on active duty. The problem the retiree faces is to prove

that the disability first appeared on active duty and that an assignment job or assignment location was the cause of the problem that now surfaced. Some situations and illnesses are easy to prove, such as Diabetes and Vietnam service. Others may be less clearly proved and require considerable proof of evidence. If you don’t have your active duty military and medical records, place the order on-line at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/evetrecs/ index.html, or mail Standard Form 180 to: National Personnel Records Center (Military Personnel Records) 9700 Page Ave. St. Louis, MO 63132-5100

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MP Blotter The following entries were excerpted from the military police blotters. These entries may be incomplete and do not imply guilt or innocence. Area I: Larceny of Private Property; Investigation revealed that Subject #1 entered a room of an off-post hotel and removed a computer monitor and a computer mainframe without Victim #1’s permission. Subject #1 then sold the items to a local pawn shop where he received $100.00 for the items. Subject #1 reported to the PMO where he was transported to the Dongducheon Korean National Police Station. Subject #1 was released into Military Police custody on a CJ Form 2 and transported back to the PMO where he was advised of his legal rights, which he waived, rendering a written sworn statement admitting to the offense. Estimated cost of loss is unknown. Investigation continues by KNP and MPI, with KNP as the lead investigators. Area II: Shoplifting; Subject #1 and Subject #2 were observed removing an iPod Touch case, a microphone, and an iPod Nano case and concealed them on their persons. Subject #1 and Subject #2 then attempted to exit the protected location without rendering proper payment. Subject #1 and Subject #2 were detained and transported to the PMO, where Subject #1 was advised of Subject #1’s legal rights in the presence of Subject #1’s sponsor, which Subject #1 invoked. Subject #2 was advised of Subject #2’s legal rights in the presence of Subject #2’s sponsor, which Subject #2 waived, rendering a written statement admitting to the offense. Subject #1 and Subject #2’s RCP’s were confiscated. The merchandise was returned to AAFES. Estimated cost of loss is $111.41. This is a final report. Area II: Larceny of Private Property; Subject #1 and two unknown persons stole Victim #1’s wallet including 150,000 won and credit cards from Victim #1’s taxicab. Subject #1 was charged by Korean National Police with Special Larceny. Subject #1 was processed and released into Military Police custody on a CJ Form 2. Subject #1 was transported to the PMO, where Subject #1 was advised of Subject #1’s legal rights in the presence of Subject #1’s sponsor, which Subject #1 waived rendering a written sworn statement denying the offense. Estimated cost of loss is unknown. Investigation continues by Korean National Police. Area III: Shoplifting; Subject #1 was observed removing a video game disc from its original box which was secured by plastic covering at the Main Exchange. Subject #1 then concealed the disc in Subject #1’s gym shorts and put the box inside a pair of jeans which was left inside the dressing room. Subject #1 then exited the Main Exchange without rendering proper payment. Subject #1 was stopped by the security guard and taken into the security office. Subject #1 was apprehended by Military Police and transported to the PMO where Subject #1 was advised of Subject #1’s legal rights, in presence of Subject #1’s sponsor, which Subject #1 invoked. The game disk was collected as evidence. Estimated cost of loss is $59.95. This is a final report. Area IV: Curfew Violation; At 0329 Hrs, 14 JUN 09, Subject #1 was observed by Military Police attempting to enter Gate #4. Subject #1 was detained by Military Police and transported to the PMO, where he was administered a Portable Breathalyzer Test, with a result of 0.236% BAC. This is a final report.

Volleyball teams battle it out under sunny skies during the 2009 BOSS Beach Blast. About 550 U.S. service members from throughout the Republic of Korea converged on Daecheon Beach in Boryeong City to enjoy a variety of recreational activities. To see more photos from this event visit us on Flickr at www.flickr.com/photos/imcomkorea. See full story on Page 21. — U.S. Army photo by Sarah Dobson

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities Daegu International Musical Festival Calling all musical fanatics out there! Daegu City this month presents its one and only festival of musicals in the nation as it aspires to become the Korean equivalent of the Edinburgh Festival in the United Kingdom or the Avignon Festival in France. It starts June 15 and runs to July 5. The third Daegu International Musical Festival (DIMF) will take place at major concert halls and parks around downtown Daegu for 22 days with various participatory programs and other side events. This year, the festival will stage not only blockbuster musicals but also creative shows by college students and those from the third world countries at the Daegu Opera House, Suseong Artpia, Chunma Arts Center, Donggu Arts & Sports Center and more. Visit http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/

The 2009 World Taekwondo Hanmadang The World Taekwondo Hanmadang 2009 will take place from August 12 to 15 in Dangjin Stadium in Chungcheongnam-do province. Over the last 18 years since its foundation, the event has developed into a global championship, and this year more than 600 teams from over 50 different countries are expected to attend. A Hanmadang differs from other Taekwondo competitions, because participants do not fight each other. The competition is judged on who has the best skills and best displays the art form of Taekwondo. Competitions include fist breaking, Taekwondo aerobics, Hosinsul (the art of self-defense) and various entertaining performances will also take place, including a Taekwondo performance, a B-boy performance and a Korean traditional folk percussion performance. Visit http://english.visitkorea. or.kr/enu/

“Beautiful Kimchi” Exhibition now at COEX Kimchi Museum A special exhibition on Kimchi runs from June 10 to August 30 in the Kimchi Museum, which is located in the COEX Mall in Seoul. The exhibition sheds a new light on Korea’s traditional cuisine, Kimchi, turning it into a piece of art. Kimchi, Korea’s traditional preserved cabbage dish is becoming widely known for its healthy properties. This exhibition, however, takes a new approach to Kimchi. 3 Korean artists have immortalized the dish in 12 different works of art, which include paintings and installations. The museum also holds a hands-on activity program, where visitors can try making kimchi themselves. Visit http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/

Seoul Forest Concerts Families may enjoy free music concerts at the Seoul Forest Park outdoor stage every Saturday evening at 5 pm through June 27. Seoul Forest opened in June 2005 as Seoul’s answer to New York’s Central Park. There will also be summer and autumn music nights every Saturday night. The spring shows are offered at a family friendly time in early evening every Saturday through June 27. The shows are part of the Seoul Forest Starry Night Festival. The Saturday shows will continue in July and August at 8 p.m. The shows are free, sponsored by the Sejong Cultural Center. To get there, it’s a few minutes walk from Ttukseom subway station, line 2, exit 8. Visit http://tinyurl.com/kpwhz4.

Buyeo Seodong Lotus Festival This festival celebrates the beautiful lotus flowers and highlights the importance of preserving wild flowers. Though the festival’s program contains many events related to lotus flowers, making paper lotus flowers and making lotus flower soap are two particularly popular programs with international visitors. Various other popular tourist destinations are located nearby the festival grounds, including several Baekje (BC18~AD660) cultural historic sites such as the Baekje Wangneungwon (royal mausoleum), Nakhwaam, and the Baekje Historical Museum. Visit http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/ Egypt, the Great Civilization The civilization of Ancient Egypt stretched from 3200BC to 300BC. It was extraordinarily advanced and possessed a fascinating and totally original culture. Now, the National Museum of Korea is resurrecting this great civilization, and taking visitors back to the world of the pyramids, mummies, and hieroglyphs. Visitors can discover the real lives of Ancient Egyptians through the extensive display of genuine artifacts and relics. This exhibition contains the first mummy ever seen on Korean shores. This was a woman aged between 25 and 35 and her two twins who are thought to have died during childbirth. There is also a section of the exhibition teaching visitors about the mummification process. The exhibition unlocks the secrets of Ancient Egypt with displays of mummy caskets, the inner decorations of tombs, magical amulets and talismans that were buried with the mummies. Visit http://english. visitkorea.or.kr/enu/

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Army offers 10-day administrative leave for new fathers on active duty By Rob McIlvaine FMWRC Public Affairs The Army’s new paternity leave policy gives fathers additional time to be with their families when a child is born. The policy, signed into law under President George W. Bush on Oct. 14, 2008 grants married Soldiers up to 10 consecutive days of non-chargeable administrative leave after the birth of a child. Maj. Rodney Price, currently with the U.S. Army Inspector General Agency, has spent 23 years in the Army – three as a paratrooper, followed by a tour as Infantry Drill Sergeant before being commissioned as an Adjutant General Officer. “When our now nine-year-old daughter, Fiona was born, I was a Battalion S-3. I was only able to take a day-and-a-half off work to be with my wife. I can’t tell you how many times since then I’ve wished I could have been there for her in a more meaningful way. Recognizing the importance of Families being together during significant events such as the birth of a child, the Army has developed a flexible paternity leave policy that allows male Soldiers to support their spouses during the joyous, but possibly stressful, time of adjustment following the arrival of a new family member. This new policy also provides Soldiers returning from deployments uninterrupted time with their child to begin building bonds that will last a lifetime. The policy allows Soldiers who have taken annual leave in connection with the birth of a child since October 2008 to request up to 10 days of leave be restored to their leave account.

Maj. Price spending quality time with his wife and their new baby. — Courtesy photo

Soldiers must provide documentation to support their claim (e.g., DA Form 31 or LES) and submit it through the unit S1 or Personnel Administrative Center. Paternity leave must be taken within 45 days of the child’s birth; deployed Soldiers must take the leave within 60 days after returning from deployment. Leave not taken within the established timeframe will be lost. Single Soldiers who father a child out-ofwedlock are not eligible for paternity leave. For those who adopt, the Army Adoption Program that has its own non-chargeable leave policy of three weeks. Soldiers are encouraged to take advantage of this valuable family bonding opportunity and supervisors and commanders at all levels should approve paternity leave whenever it is feasible. Paternity Leave provides greater stability and predictability to Soldiers and their families. By providing a benefit that is increasingly more common in the civilian sector, the Army is building on its reputation as an organization that takes care of its Families.

Approval needed for new or upgraded software for your official computer By Gwendolyn Smalls NETCOM 1 Sig Bde. Public Affairs Yongsan GARRISON - If you’re planning on purchasing new software or a software upgrade for your government computer, there’s one more step required before submitting a request to your Directorate of Information Management or Information Management Officer. “It’s called a Certificate of Networthiness. Any software that goes on the Army network or the LandWarNet, as it’s referred to, must have a Certificate of Networthiness in order to be put on the network,” said Randy Merkes, an information technology specialist in the Policy and Plans branch of the Communications Enterprise Services Office-Korea (formally known as Regional Chief Information Office-Korea). According to Merkes, the CoN process is not new. “This is something that the Army instituted a while back,” said “We’re trying to make people aware because we’re seeing requests come in to put software on the network and a lot of [those requests] don’t have a CoN in the packet,” continued Merkes. Merkes said this delays the approval process because the packets are sent back to the originator and will not be processed

until a CoN has been approved, which can take up to 60 days, depending on the backlog of requests. It’s recommended that you submit at least 90 days out to allow extra time for any additional issues that may arise. Network Enterprise Technology Command/9th Signal Command (Army) reviews the CoNs and United States Army G6/Chief Information Officer is the approving authority. According to Merkes, requesting a CoN is a simple process that is very user friendly. “The user fills out the request form which is on AKO to request a CoN for particular software. They send it to the NETCOM team in the States that determines if the software is safe to go on the LandWarNet,” he said. “Once it’s deemed safe, it’s approved by one of the senior Army officials at G6.” While a CoN is required for all software loaded on the LandWarNet, a new request may not be needed in every instance. “There is a list of existing CoNs that’s posted and updated weekly by the NETCOM people who review them,” explained Merkes. For more information on submitting a CoN or a complete list of existing CoNs, contact Randy Merkes at 725-8888 or utilize the following links: https://www. us.army.mil/suite/page/137030

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Spc. Steven Smith, USAG-Daegu mail room clerk, and Spc. Christopher Clark, USAG-Casey mail room NCOIC focus on their upcoming targets as they zero their weapon during rifle qualification, one of the many events for the Best Warrior Competition at USAG-Casey May 20. The event, in which Clark won for the lower enlisted Soldiers, featured many different events beginning on May19 such as a 6 mile ruck march, a land navigation course, and a board concluding the competition May 21. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jamal Walker

Soldiers compete on Casey for Best Warrior By Pfc. Jamal Walker USAG-RC Public Affairs

CASEY GARRISON — Soldiers, Korean Augmentee to the United States Army and noncommissioned officers from the entire peninsula competed in the Best Warrior Competition May 18-21 at USAG-Casey. The winner from the Soldier and NCO competition advanced to the Department of the Army Soldier of the Year competition in Washington, D.C. The winner from the KATUSA competition advances to the 8th Army KATUSA of the year competition. Competitors were chosen by their chain of command. Criteria for selection relates to their performance on and off duty. Spc. Christopher Clark, mail room operations noncommissioned officer in charge, and representative for Warrior Country Soldiers, was selected because of his performance in Soldier of the Quarter and other boards. “Anytime you have a competition where Soldiers show their craft; they benefit,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Kevin Witt, Installation Management Command-Korea Command Sgt. Maj. “They study and they become better Soldiers and better leaders as well. It benefits everyone and our mission.” The competition required Soldiers to compete in many different tasks where each was awarded points according to performance. Each day competitors were challenged on two or three different tasks, testing their physical and mental prowess of military knowledge dating back to their entry date in the Army, including skills learned during standard “sergeant’s time” training. “Every skill we learned and were tested on in this selection process will help us wherever we go,” said Cpl. Kang Byung Kook, winner of the KATUSA Best Warrior Competition. “Despite leaving the Army (KATUSAS only have a two-year commitment), the

medical knowledge I learned about on how the NCO’s. “You need your basic skills as a to treat a victim in pain and recognizing Soldier to do well in the events.” his symptoms, are only a few of the skills, In the mean time, when Soldiers were that makes Soldiers stand out and benefit not competing in a task; they were studying society.” for the board or preparing for the next The first test Soldiers took began early at challenge. the USAG-Casey Warrior Exercise Barracks Kang, who admitted he was not sure if he May 18. Warriors answered a 25 question was prepared for every test, looked for help written exam testing their knowledge of the first day he arrived at Casey, knowing he the Army and U.S. history, including desperately needed an “edge” in order to win topics Soldiers the competition. would face at a “There are no losers, everyone is a “Sgt. John noncommissioned Cushman (who later officer promotion winner, but now we determine the was announced as board. the winner of the best. Before the sun NCO competition) Command Sgt. Maj. Kevin Witt, even rose the next was a big help to me,” day, Soldiers stood Kang said. “I had a IMCOM-K Command Sgt. Maj. in formation about lot of unanswered the rules of the questions when I Army Physical Fitness Test. Kang stood out arrived, but when we had free time Sgt. overall, finishing first in the 2-mile run, with Cushman reviewed warrior tasks with me a time under 13 minutes resulting in a score and I think his assistance helped me win above a perfect 300. this competition.” Next, Staff Sgt. Richard Reveles, Without a doubt in any of the Warriors Headquarters and Headquarters Company minds, May 20 was the hardest day on the USAG-RC training NCO, gave the competition schedule. contestants the necessary items to execute The day began at 5 a.m. in the their mission, which was to find five Headquarters and Headquarters Division scattered points on the course under three Arms Room where they grabbed their rifles hours. Despite many being tired from the for the day’s task. They were bussed out to APFT earlier in the morning, everyone the range for rifle qualification. finished the course behind Schoonover Bowl Zeroing a weapon is when a Soldier in the allotted time frame and many found shoots six rounds at a target 25 meters away. the correct five points. The target is a sheet of paper that helps align After each trial, Soldiers talked about the their rifle with their sights. Zeroing their earlier tasks and how they stood compared weapon also is known as personalizing the weapon. Qualifications were assessed by to others. “I would definitely say land navigation shooting at 40 random targets from 50 to was one of my stronger points in the 300 meters. After Soldiers finished weapons competition,” said Pfc. Matthew Anderson, a Soldier competing from USAG-Yongsan. qualifications they were briefed for a Ruck “And when the board comes, I think I will March. The objectives of the march are to complete the 6-mile course in less than 90 excel in that as well.” “It was an experience that would keep minutes with a 45 pound rucksack on their you on your toes,” said Staff Sgt. Carisa backs. “It was very tough and physically Wade, HHC USAG-RC competitor for

demanding,” said Cpl. Kim Woo Chul, a competitor in KATUSA events from the Republic of Korea army office. “There was a limit of only 90 minutes for 6 miles and it was hard to do.” “The road march was the most difficult because I did not wear the right boots, and it caused about 30 blisters on my feet,” Clark said. “But the medics did help me out.” Once the Warriors tended to their blisters, ate, they learned no competitor finished the course under 90 minutes. Kim came in first with a time of 91 minutes, and Wade finished the course last, but was not able to compete during the rest of the competition because of heat exhaustion. Remaining competitors continued on to Warrior Task and Drill Testing. The test had Warriors display their knowledge about map reading, assessing and aiding a casualty, reacting to fire and nuclear biological and chemical emergencies and other emergency tasks. The last task Soldiers performed before Witt announced the winner was the board. Warriors, came to the USAG-Casey Digital Conference Center in their Class A uniform to answer any question Witt, and the other Garrison Command Sergeants Majors wanted to ask. Witt began by asking each Warrior to provide their short term and long term goals, and why they believe they should be the named “Best Warrior.” “Everyone has done an outstanding job,” Witt said. “All of you have gone through many months of practice, study, and rehearsal for the tasks with your sponsors and unit leadership. There are not any losers, everyone is a winner, but now we determine the best. Witt announced the winners for the Best Warrior Competition. Cushman was selected for the NCO’s, Clark for the Soldiers, and Kang for the KATUSAs.

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Area I commander awards civilian service certificate

USAG-Casey Change of Command Lt. Col. Don Meisler, USAG-Casey commander, will relinquish command to Lt. Col. Richard Fromm July 10, at 10 a.m. H-221 Helipad. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be conducted in Carey Physical Fitness Center. For more information call: 730-5003. 2009 Independence Day Celebration Area I will celebrate Independence Day July 4 on USAG-Casey. Events will begin at 2 p.m. For more information call: 7326869.

Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson, USAG-RC commander presents a Commander’s Certificate for Civilian Service to Kim, Han Ju, who has sponsored an annual golf tournament and dinner for the past seven years in memory of his late father who passed away eight years ago, Kim Yong Keun. “Kim is committed to honoring the memory and wishes of his father through his proactive involvement attending and supporting numerous good neighbor events,” Jackson said. “Kim’s father lifted the spirits and morale of the Soldiers and Civilians assigned to Area I. A grateful community extends its heartfelt thanks for a job well done.” — U.S. Army photo by Margaret Banish-Donaldson

CG’s Mess Summer Blowout The CG’s Mess will hold its Summer Blowout today at 7 p.m. The event features a live band, free food, with no membership required, there will be a $5 cover charge. For more information call: 732-7258 Fresh Start Community Job Fair Army Community Service Center will present their Fresh Start Career Community Job Fair July 31 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the USAG-Casey Digital Conference Center. For more information call: 730-3032. Mitchell’s Club Opening 6 p.m. Mitchell’s Club will open at 6 p.m. tomorrow due to the power outage on USAG-Red Cloud. For more information call: 7328189 American Red Cross to offer Babysitting Course Persons interested in attending a babysitting course for youth ages 11 to 16 years contact the American Red Cross at: 7303246/3184. ICE Training ICE training will be held in building S-435 room 5 from 10 a.m. until noon today. For more information call: 732-6788. Army Birthday Celebration at Camp Stanley The Camp Stanley Pear Blossom Cottage will have a field trip to Po-Cheon Herb land today from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call: 732-5400. USO Offers Free Long Distance at USAG-Casey USAG-Casey USO now has Skype and Ipevo phones available free of charge to make long distance world wide telephone calls complements of Skype, Ipevo and the USO. For more information call: 730-4466. Annual Army OPSEC Achievement Awards Program Forward all OPSEC Achievement Award nominations to IMCOM-K no later than November 5 in order to recognize significant achievements in operations security at the Department of the Army level. For more information call: 732-7189. eKnowledge Corp. and NFL Player Tackle SAT and ACT Test Preparation The eKnowledge Corporation extends $20 million donation to America’s Military Families by making available SAT and ACT test preparation software to military families and veterans. Order free software now and study during the summer. To place an order visit: www.eknowledge.com/military. For more information call 770-992-0900 or Red Cloud Education Center: 732-7015. Power Outage on USAG-Red Cloud Electrical power will be turned off from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on USAG-Red Cloud tomorrow.

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Stanley BOSS 5 kilometer run honors fallen comrades By Pfc. Jamal Walker USAG-RC Public Affairs

CAMP STANLEY — The 2nd Infantry Division stood true to their motto: “second to none” when they honored their fallen comrades during a late Memorial Day 5 kilometer walk/run May 30 at Camp Stanley. The run was sponsored by the Camp Stanley Better Opportunities for Single and Unaccompanied Soldiers and was scheduled for May 23, but due to bad weather, was changed to a week later. The event began with a prayer by Sgt. 1st Class Corye Carrington, 2ID Chaplain operation’s noncommissioned officer and second place runner in the women’s 30 and over age group. Carrington prayed and spoke of something that many remembered throughout the entire day: understanding the importance of remembering fallen comrades. Carrington elaborated more on her prayer saying afterward, “I want to ensure we understand why this day is important and not just a day off, but a day to remember our fallen comrades. Any one of us could have been in their place.” BOSS set up the 5 kilometer run (3.1 miles) so participants from Warrior Country could either walk or run. Awards were given to the top three walkers and runners. Prizes were also given to the top three walkers and runners ages 30 and over and 29 and under. Following Carrington’s prayer, Command Sgt. Maj. Nidal Saeed, USAG-Casey Command Sgt. Maj., spoke on behalf of the garrison chain of command saying how pleased he was to see everyone coming out to support their buddies, friends, Family

Jacqueline Fields (far left) Kevin Thomas, Kizzie Brown-Horne, and Ioane Savali, embrace hands at the 5k Walk/Run for a Fallen Comrade May 30 held on Camp Stanley. The event was set up so Sodiers and Family members could walk or run. More photos of this event can be found online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jamal Walker members, and loved ones lost in the military over the years. The event began with Command Sgt. Maj. Bobby Williams, Headquarters and Headquarters Company 304th Signal Battalion Command Sgt. Maj., explaining the route to the runners and walkers. “This is a special event because we are doing this for the Soldiers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice,” Williams said, “and if you feel good about nothing else, feel good about this.” The 3-mile route was comprised of many hills causing the runners to fatigue before the first mile. Water points were placed at various locations to help irrigate the runners. “I enjoy running for good causes,” said Cpt. Alex Glade, Warrior Readiness Company Commander and first place winner of the women’s section. “It was an honor to run with other Soldiers who want to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.” The competition was close. Sgt. 1st Class Mario Cooper, Company B 304th

Signal Battalion, and first place winner of the men’s section, found a second wind and finished before the first walker. The two were separated by almost an hour. Cooper explained how he trained by running in other events BOSS and Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation offer to Soldiers. “Winning first place feels good; I was motivated running for our fallen comrades (in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom). It gave me an extra push to keep moving, and something to think about when I began to slow down,” Cooper said. “This event is about doing something selfless, and I am glad it had an excellent turnout.” Glade and Cooper gave their prizes, a gift certificate for Army and Air Force Exchange Services and a free pair of running shoes, to the second place male and female runners. “I run and do the FMWR events to be a good example and for the fun of running,” Glade said. “Everything else is a bonus; winning running shoes and being able to give those to someone else is how my mother taught me to be.”

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Soldiers new to Korea entertained by children By Jim Cunningham USAG-RC Public Affairs UIJEONGBU, SOUTH KOREA — Soldiers arriving for duty in United States Army Garrison-Red Cloud were introduced to South Korea’s largest province and most popular martial art during a Tae Kwon Do demonstration given by children 5 to 12 years old in Gyeong-gi Province’s governor’s building June 3. “This was a nice and welcoming experience,” said Spc. Tyrone Wells, “This is my second deployment to Korea. The first time I didn’t have this experience. I thought about Tae Kwon Do before when I was in Korea, but I have no plans to learn it this time. It looks dangerous.” The Chung Ang, Sung Shin Tae Kwon Do School’s more than 15 little warriors led by Master Kim, Nam Kyung, kicked and punched their way through well choreographed and executed Tae Kwon Do maneuvers for an hour. “This school is among the best in Gyeong-gi Province,” said Kim, Gun Jung, director of Gyeong-gi Province military and government cooperation division. “Every year more than 6,000 U.S. Army Soldiers come to Korea, so we wanted to bring our best example of Korean martial arts, Tae Kwon Do, to entertain the Soldiers. Now, Tae Kwon Do is an Olympic sport, so it will help those new to Korea understand our culture.” South Korea’s culture was not the only information on display during the show. The Military and Government Cooperation Division office played a film titled “Attractive Gyeong-gi-do at your side,” pointing out the major attractions to the province, including industry and entertainment. “We provide new Soldiers to Korea an introduction to Gyeong-gi-do twice every week,” Kim said. “We entertained new

Tae Kwon Do master Kim, Nam Kyung (left) holds boards up for students to break in a demonstration for Soldiers new to Korea in the Gyeong-gi governor’s office in downtown Uijeongbu June 3. Additional photos from this event are available online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham Soldiers more than 100 times this year. On Mondays we show them traditional Korean dance and on Wednesdays we show them Tae Kwon Do.” At times, when they are available, the provincial office brings Korea’s favorite Broadway style plays and comedies like “Nanta” (a rhythmic mime comedy about Kim Chi making) to perform for new

Soldiers, Kim said. “These are programs in which Soldiers can take part, not just observe,” Kim said. “We always want Soldiers to experience the best first hand.” The programs did not always feature performances by professional and amateur entertainers, Kim continued. “We started this type of programming Feb. 11,” he said. “Before we welcomed the

new Soldiers and showed them the basic features of Gyeong-gi-do, but we didn’t have the added shows. We feel Soldiers get a more complete look at Korean culture when we offer popular artistic entertainment. With programs such as this and the Good Neighbor Program in particular, we Koreans and Americans find common ground and understanding between our cultures.”

Dongducheon mayor presides over graduation ceremony with Army leaders By Jim Cunningham USAG-RC Public Affairs CASEY GARRISON — Mayor Oh, Sea Chang, of Dongducheon South Korea joined Brig. Gen. Walter M. Golden Jr., assistant division commander for maneuver, and Lt. Col. Donald Meisler, Casey garrison commander, in congratulating more than 30 United Services Organization English Language Camp graduates June 5. In his address to the students and their parents and teachers he said he was glad to see them learning English from Soldiers volunteering to teach their native language in a Good Neighbor Program effort. “I would like to express my thanks and appreciation to Brig. Gen. Golden, Lt. Col. Meisler, Soldier teachers and students for having this ceremony,” Oh said. “This is a good program to help young students improve their English language ability. It is exceptional because English is the native language of the teachers.” Mayor Oh did not only congratulate the students and teachers on a job well done, but stressed how South Korea relied on

the strength of the U.S. and Republic of Korea friendship and alliance to continue to exist. “We cannot continue as a nation without the 2nd Infantry Division service members,” Oh said. “This program is a prime example of how to foster more good relations and continue to make the U.S. and ROK alliance stronger. I congratulate the students on their graduation and the many U.S. Soldiers for their support in this important endeavor.” Golden’s address to the students and teachers also gave credit to the program for fostering good neighbor relations. “The Dongducheon biannual four day English Camp represents many of the significant, meaningful cultural linchpins that hold together our ROK and U.S. alliance,” Golden said. “Although this is a USO sponsored event with garrison support, it would not be possible without the support of your Warrior battalions volunteering to make it special,” Meisler said. “Each time the event grows and this past week was the busiest yet, and an enormous success, planting the seeds for life-long friendships.”

Mayor Oh, Sea Chang (right) of Dongducheon discusses the USO English Language Camp with Brig. Gen. Walter M. Golden Jr. (center), assistant division commander manuver, during the graduation ceremony held in the Warrior’s Club on USAG-Casey. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham

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Troops at the annual BOSS Beach Blast June 12-14 enjoy facing off in friendly competitions and taking in all Dacheon Beach in Boryeong has to offer. See more photos from this event at flickr.com/usagyongsan. — U.S. Army photos by Spc. Jason C. Adolphson

Troops have fun in the sun at Beach Blast By Spc. Jason C. Adolphson USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs BORYEONG — More than 500 American and Korean Soldiers from garrisons across the Korean peninsula came together June 12-14 at Boryeong, one of Korea’s most happening beach towns located about three hours southwest of Seoul. The 17th annual Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Beach Blast, this year at Daecheon Beach, had a larger turnout than in previous years, which was widely attributed to word-of-mouth. “I wasn’t here last year to know how cool this trip would turn out, but everyone was talking about it and I have to say I’m pleasantly surprised,” Pfc. Zachery Curly said. Troops from Areas I-IV competed in competitions including watermelon-eating, human pyramids and tug-of-war.

“The human pyramid contest was the most entertaining,” Curley said. “The Areas faced off to see which group could form a pyramid most quickly, with the person on top required to down a bottle of water to complete the competition. Who knew the military had so many people with cheerleading skills?” The troops paid $89 per person to have a weekend of fun in the sun. “We have about eight big events for the Soldiers each year and subsidize funds to help allow them to get exposure to certain things they may not experience otherwise,” Installation Management Command-Korea BOSS Regional Manager Shaun Ally said prior to the event. The beachgoers were suited up in a variety of apparel, but some chose to accent their threads by armoring their bodies in suits of mud. The beach has a mud source that is said to be extremely nourishing to the skin and is sold and distributed at many

locations. The beach is visited by more than 10 million people annually who can soak up the mud for free. Each year, tourists are attracted to Mudfest July 1119, which includes various events such as bathing in a massive mud tub, making mud soap, mud massages, mud wrestling contest, mud sliding, mud prison and a mud photo contest. Foreign tourists are given priority at the events and provided with mud cosmetics and round-trip bus tickets to nearby attractions. Those interested in attending Mudfest may call 041-9303822 or visit www.mudfestival.or.kr. In addition to beachside activities, attendees of the Area III hosted event were able to visit a water park. The Beach Blast happened to fall on the Army’s 234th anniversary weekend. Troops ate cake together in celebration of the Army birthday before packing up and heading back to their bases.

Yongsan teen to compete in Junior Olympics By Cpl. Choi Keun-woo USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — Seoul American High School junior Kristie Taylor will be in Greensboro, North Carolina this summer to compete in the qualification rounds for the United States of America Track and Field Junior Olympics National Championship. Taylor will compete in the 100 and 200 meter sprint, and high jump events. “This will be the most challenging event that I will have been in,” Taylor said. “I know that my chances of winning these races are slim but hopefully I will be able to place in the top twenty.” The talented SAHS junior got a slow start in track and field. Her first experience in the sport came in 8th grade when she competed against other middle

school students. “In middle school, we would play manhunt and I would always outrun kids two or three years older than me and I wondered why,” she said. “It occurred to me one day that I may have a talent.” In a recent meet in April at Kubasaki High School, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Taylor finished first in both the 100 meter sprint and long jump event and finished second in the 200 meter sprint and high jump event. She earned 36 of the 62 points scored by the Seoul Track Club female team. “SAHS doesn’t have a track team, so I run with the STC, which is a union of runners from different English-speaking high schools in Seoul,” she said. Kristie is the team captain of STC. Asked whether the absence of a track program in SAHS has disadvantaged her

in anyway, she just smiled. “Sure, it would be nice to have a track program at SAHS,” she said. “But on the other hand I think I’ve actually benefited from the current arrangement. I sprint with boys, which makes me faster and I run on asphalt which allows me to run faster when I get on the track.” Her first state side track meet is scheduled for June 19-21. She will run in various meets throughout June and July which will culminate in the USATF Junior Olympics National Championships July 30 - Aug. 2. Yongsan American High School junior Kristie Taylor competes in a 100 meter sprint in May. Taylor (pictured right) hopes to perform well at the Junior Olympics National Championships from July 30 through Aug. 2. — Photo by Dave Ornauer. Used with permission from Stars & Stripes. © 2009 Stars & Stripes.

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News & Notes Spring Flowers at Self Help Additional spring flowers have been purchased for those residents who were not able to receive any during the first issue. Availability dates are: June 20 and June 23. Stop by Bldg. 5274 next to the quartermaster laundry to pick up some flowers. Flowers are for GFOQ, Family Quarters, Leased Housing and Hannam Village residents who have not previously picked up flowers this year. For information, call 738-7531. Upcoming Tours Stay cool in June with a Yellow Sea sightseeing and white water rafting tour in June. The Yellow Sea tour will depart from Moyer CAC on Saturday, 7 a.m. June 20. The white water rafting tour will depart from Moyer CAC on Saturday, 7 a.m. June 27. For information, call 723-3291. Gary Sinise and the Lieutenant Dan Band Everyone is invited to the Gary Sinise and the Lieutenant Dan Band concert Friday, June 26, 7 p.m. at the Collier Field House parking lot. Take the whole family and enjoy this concert. For information, call 738-5254. Community Information Forum Join USAG-Yongsan residents for the monthly Community Information Forum 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 30 at the Yongsan Community Services Building, Rm. 118. Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall and key community leaders will present information on current projects, construction, renovations, events and answer questions. For information, call 738-3336. Yongsan Community Job Fair The upcoming community Job Fair at the PX parking lot 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 26, is an opportunity for Military Families to meet face-to-face with local employers. Resume training is also available by contacting the Employment Readiness Program at Army Community Service. For information, call 738-7505 or 738-8977. Seeking Psychiatrist The Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital is seeking an outpatient clinic-based psychiatrist to provide professional psychiatric services to adults in a clinical practice setting. Qualifications include: two year’s post-residency experience in a clinical setting within the last three years. The deadline to apply is June 19. Contact the contracting office at Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital, MEDDACKorea. For information, call 737-6010. BOSS Sends Cookies to Combat BOSS is asking your help in getting addresses of deployed Servicemembers and DOD Civilians who would like to receive a free box of Girl Scout cookies. Please e-mail the full APO addresses for recipients to [email protected] or [email protected]. Summer Reading Program The Yongsan Library kicks off its Summer Reading Program June 23 at 11:30 a.m. with a special party for young readers. Interested? Registration has opened. For information, call 723-7380. For a complete list of community information news and notes, visit the USAG-Yongsan official web site at http://yongsan.korea.army.mil

Ria O’Brien, an English Teacher in Seoul, sings her heart out during her rendition of Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” while visiting an Itaewon noreabang. Noraebangs are establishments that provide discrete karaoke sessions in private lounges. — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jason C. Adolphson

Attention Singers: You may exit your showers By Spc. Jason C. Adolphson USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — For a lot of people, singing in public is among their greatest fears. A well-kept secret for many of them is that they do in fact love to sing. And why not? Songs on the radio are catchy and chiming in seems only natural. However, as many attempt singing Beyonce’s “Single Ladies” or John Lennon’s “Imagine” in a cappella - each one seeming far greater than the original - those lone, confident moments in the car or shower later take a dramatic turn with one cringing word: Karaoke. “I have never been a fan of karaoke, Jess Suchan, a Seoul English teacher said. “I’m a people watcher and if I pick up on embarrassing things people do discreetly, then I’d hate to put myself out there like that.” Fortunately for Suchan, it is rare to find many establishments in Korea hosting open karaoke nights. Instead, they have noraebang;

private lounges where people can either go alone or with those who make them feel most comfortable to set the stage. “I refused to go several times, but after finally giving in, I saw the atmosphere was way more comfortable and relaxed than I ever expected,” Suchan said during her visit to an Itaewon noreabang. This activity is by no means limited to the coy. Barracks walls are thin, so noraebang is a place to hone vocal skills without disturbing others. “I used to be in a band and this is a good way for me to keep my vocals strong until I get into it again,” Senior Airman Harold Sorto-Diaz said. “I’m not shy about singing at all but there aren’t a lot of other opportunities to really let loose now days.” Noraebang can also be a place to release tension and emotions. Anyone who’s seen “Forgetting Sarah Marshal” knows “breaking up is hard to do,” and sometimes a person just needs to scream. Perhaps Seoul English teacher Thor

Edens knows this best. “I had a bad break up recently and when it gets to met I just like to come here and let it all out through music,” Edens said. “I know a lot of people come to these places to sing 80s and 90s hits, but I dig straight into the heavy metal.” The carefree musical hot spots are home to one of the Korea’s most popular pastimes and can be found just about everywhere. “There are about 500 noraebangs in the surrounding Yongsan area alone, and 20,000 all over Korea,” said USAG-Yongsan Community Relations Specialist Yun Hosong. “You can usually spot them out by flashing lights on the sign or entryway and sometimes you can even hear the music from outside.” Not only is it possible to exit the shower, which often seems to lack the proper acoustics, but one may actually discover a better sound behind the microphone at a noraebang. Best of all, it is inexpensive, wholesome fun the entire family can enjoy.

College students travel abroad for Yongsan youth camp By Spc. Jason C. Adolphson USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — College students from schools across America arrived in Yongsan early June to get settled in for their volunteer task as summer day camp counselors for School Age Services June 15-Aug. 21. An ambitious San Diego State University student majoring in elementary education leads the pack of 22 counselors in store for a summer of fun with community kids. Packed with experience, Nichole Allen said she participated in a similar program in Italy last summer and worked with a garrison Child Development Center in Germany the year before. Allen says that parents of the 150 participating children are in good hands. Supervision ratios are one counselor per 12 children and about 10 summer

hire high school students will also be assisting the trained counselors. “Everyone is required to undergo 40 hours of intensive training that covers an array of child development techniques,” Allen said. “Everyone is also required to have life guard and first-aid certifications on top of the training.” Camp activities include arts and crafts, swimming, movies, put-put, skating, bowling, and multicultural field trips. Day camp hours are 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on weekdays. SAS Director Pak Young-eun says students registered in the SAS program can be dropped off as early as 5:45 a.m. and picked up as late as 6 p.m. “Parents interested in day camp, SAS, or both need to register with Child Youth and School Services by calling 738-4707,” Pak said. “New slots fill fast but parents should check weekly for availability.” The college student counselors are part of Camp Adventure Youth Services; a University of Northern Iowa program extended to other colleges and universities to provide students with broad and cultural opportunities.

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AAFES Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — The Army and Air Force Exchange Service in Korea is preparing to implement a new purchasing process. AAFES employees will scan a customer’s identification card scan at the point of purchase. Exchange officials said the process will be “fast and customer friendly.” Starting July 6, customers will present ID cards for scanning when making a purchase. The new system will be used in all retail exchange activities on Korea. The process is similar to the system already in use at commissaries. The process will make transactions smooth and quick for customers, officials said. Earlier this year, AAFES began testing the new scanning process at the Yongsan Garrison South Post Shoppette. The single scan will replace an older system of double scanning and anvil cards used by U.S. Forces Korea for ration control tracking. “We are pleased to be able to implement this new, fast and easy to use system for customers on Korea installations”, said AAFES spokesman Jeff Craven. For questions about the new check-out process, customers may use this online form.

years. He got out of the Army in early 2007 but reenlisted as a specialist in the summer of the same year. YONGSAN GARRISON — For the “I felt like I was called to serve,” he Installation Management Command- said. Korea, the best noncommissioned Indeed, religion is a big part of officer leads by example and trains Cushman’s life. He is currently one Soldiers to take care of year into his Master of community members. Divinity studies at Liberty Sergeant John Cushman Un i ve r s i t y t h ro u g h a n earned the right to be called online program. “the best” by competing and Cushman was promoted winning against his peers at to sergeant a year after he unit Soldier of the Month, enlisted in July 2008. As Quarter and Year boards, and a leader of Soldiers, he Cushman most recently at the regionbelieves that training is the level board. Next month, he will see if he most important responsibility of a noncan keep his winning streak going as he commissioned officer. readies himself for the Military District “Should there be a war, are my of Washington board at Fort A.P. Hill, Soldiers going to survive it?” Cushman Va. July 19-24. asked. “Of course nothing’s guaranteed, Cushman helps make U.S. Army but I want them to be as prepared as Garrison-Yongsan the Army’s home in possible for whatever may come. Seoul by serving as the facility manager True to his word, Cushman has led at the Religious Retreat Center. He by example and has mastered essential provides logistical support for the military tasks of a U.S. Soldier. But chaplains and staff, and in turn helps Cushman remains humble. the entire community. “I don’t think what I’ve done is “I’m trying not to get too excited particularly special,” he said. “Any one and put everything into perspective,” who is motivated and willing to put in Cushman said. “But yeah, honestly, I’m time to meet the standards will be able looking forward to competing and I will to do this.” give it all I got.” If Cushman advances at the Military Cushman joined the Army as a District of Washington board, he will compete reservist in 1998 and served for eight for the final All-Army Board this fall.

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Parenting tips, coaching available to community By Sgt. Lee Min-hwi USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — Although conflict with children during their development may seem frightening, realizing that changes in behavior are quite normal is a part of good parenting, according to experts. “Accepting change does not mean that you approve all that they do. It is important that parents firmly establish the boundaries for their children,” said Maninder Sharma, U.S. Army GarrisonYongsan Army Substance Abuse Counseling Service counselor. “If the parents are in completely different spectrums of parenting styles, that is a bad parenting situation because the child is in the middle and becomes anxious and frustrated,” added Geri Fortner, ASACS counselor. She suggests parents to agree on what their expectations are for the children’s behavior and stick to a team parenting plan. Giving conflicting signals or inconsistent discipline could confuse the child, she said. It is vital for parents to give loving, yet firm messages to their children when they are still developing judgment capabilities, Fortner said. “Let them know that you love them, but also make your expectations clear for them.” The National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign provides offers these tips on how to set boundaries with your child: nFocus on setting rules for safety with an emphasis on providing guidance rather than using power –See PARENTING, Page 12–

Men’s Health Week to stress wellness By Marianne Campano 65th Medical Brigade YONGSAN GARRISON — Did you know that men generally die five years earlier than women? This is due in large part to risky habits and behaviors that men engage in more. Men’s Health Week, June 15-21 is an excellent time to take inventory of your health, and make changes to add more years to your life and more life to your years. Be safe on the move: wear seat belts, wear helmets when cycling or riding a motorcycle, and never drive while under the influence. Motor vehicle traffic, poisonings, and falls are the leading causes of unintentional injury deaths for males. In 2005, 38 percent of male drivers ages 15-20 who were involved in fatal crashes were speeding at the time of the crash, and 24 percent were drinking. Be smart about alcohol use. Heavy alcohol use can lead to serious health problems later in life According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), binge drinking is three times higher for men than for women. To determine if you may have an issue with alcohol, take the CAGE quiz. If you answered yes to any of these, call ASAP 736-3291. Avoid smoking and breathing other

people’s smoke. Tobacco use remains the

Circle Yes or No Ever felt you ought to cut down on your drinking? Yes or No Have people annoyed you by criticizing your drinking? Yes or No Ever felt bad or guilty about your drinking? Yes or No Ever drink alcohol in the morning to steady nerves? Yes or No leading cause of preventable death and kills 438,000 people each year in the United States. More men in the U.S. die from lung cancer than any other type of cancer. If you want to quit, the 65th Medical Brigade is here to help with smoking cessation support and classes. To enroll in classes, call 736-6693. Maintain a sense of well-being. Everyone struggles, but keep in mind that

circumstances come and go. Don’t base your self worth on a set of circumstances. If you’re not feeling like yourself, and are feeling stressed or unhappy seek people to talk to: your chaplain, sergeant, health care provider, friend or family member. If you’re coming from a combat zone take the PostDeployment Health Assessment (PDHA). Build safe and healthy relationships with family and friends. Spend time developing friends. Deep, lasting relationships are a source of happiness and comfort. A few friends can share in your joys and help you in tough times. Exercise regularly, rest adequately and eat nutritiously. Exercise prevents disease, increases your energy level aids in managing stress and helps you reach or maintain a healthy weight. A balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins are also important. Your body also needs rest. This means that most people should get eight hours of rest each night. Keep your cool in the sun. Take steps to prevent skin cancer and lower your risk for heat-related illness. Drink plenty of cool, non-alcoholic fluids, seek shade, wear sunscreen with a sun protective factor (SPF) of 15 or higher and when possible avoid the sun during midday, when the rays are strongest. To prevent skin cancer, conduct skin exams every one to two months to know

your own pattern of freckles and moles. Watch for changes in number, size, shape or pigment, and consult a physician if any changes are noticed. Fight the bite: Avoid the irritation of mosquito bites and lower your risk for malaria and West Nile Virus by wearing mosquito repellent. Consider using mosquito nets at night and/or plug in bug repellent. Prevent the flu: When the season comes, get vaccinated, the single most important thing you can do to prevent this serious illness. Also, wash your hands often and thoroughly for at least 20 seconds, and cover your cough with a tissue or your sleeve. These simple measures will help keep you healthy. Regular checkup are key. Undergo your periodic health assessment annually and review your overall health status with your health care provider as well as other screenings/exams that may be advisable for you. Wellness is a powerful and fulfilling way to live your life. You’ll reduce your risk for premature death and disease and feel more invigorated to live life to the fullest. In celebration of Men’s Health Week, Force Health Protection, 65th Medical Brigade will be at the Main Exchange 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 18 to provide free screenings and health information. For information, call 736-6693.

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don’t think it’s a surprise to anyone, Yongsan is growing this year! We continue to stand ready to accept more Family Members with the command’s move toward tour normalization. So, just What is tour normalization, and what does it mean to you? The U.S. Forces in Korea commander directed the availability of more commandsponsored positions to make serving in Korea more like other overseas assignments. This is a good move that will help us meet the promises of the Army Family Covenant for those families coming to Korea. For Yongsan, tour normalization means the construction of additional classrooms, enhanced parking and housing improvements. The flip side of this means parking challenges, additional traffic congestion, and guaranteed “wait-time” for on-post housing. We have a great-many vehicles on Yongsan Garrison every day. In fact, there are more than 16,000 vehicles registered to operate on Yongsan! Safety is so crucial to normalization, folks. Drivers need to be aware of the speed limits at all times, and respect the right of way for pedestrians at our crosswalks, while at the same time, pedestrians must be cognizant of motor vehicles and inherent pedestrian dangers throughout this community. As we all know, parking is a challenge! With tour normalization, there will be more Family Members who operate motor vehicles. Although we have added almost 350 parking spaces since the start of last school year, parking will continue to be a challenge, particularly around our schools and our service areas.

PARENTING nProvide opportunities for give-and-take. Allow your teen to weigh in on some of the rules, but maintain the final say nBe firm, but not overly restrictive or intrusive nSet some fixed “house rules” regarding health and safety first, and then negotiate others with your teen. Be flexible and willing to renegotiate rules as your teen shows more maturity and responsibility. nBe specific when it comes to rules about substance use n Do not forget to address misuse of prescription and over-the-counter medications as well nConsequences need to be supportive;

With regard to illegal parking, my guidance is that we need to ensure our emergency vehicles have access to fire hydrants and fire lanes. Our military police will strictly enforce this guidance. Please do not illegally park where it creates a safety hazard for others. As the Hannam Village renovation project continues, the garrison is anticipating an additional 264 units, exceptional housing for our junior enlisted and officers. The phased construction project is transforming the high-rises into large, modern quarters that our Army Families richly deserve. We anticipate that much of this renovation will be completed next spring. Yongsan is one of the top installations in the Army today. For the last two years we have placed third and seventh respectively out of 179 Army installations world-wide in the Army Communities of Excellence competition. We continue to engage in quality of life improvements, recently completing the new community dog park, the Yongsan driving range, and nine playgrounds in our housing areas, just to name a few. In the coming weeks we will complete a new Family Park, six additional school classrooms and lighting for the Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation field adjacent to Seoul American High School. These sorts of improvements will continue throughout the year. Tour normalization at Yongsan means “bridging the gap” for the next several years. Yes, we will transition to USAG-Humphreys in the near-future, but for the time being, we will continue to make Yongsan one of the very best communities to live and work. You have my promise! As always, this garrison is “Here For You!”

from Page 11 make sure they are about teaching, not about retaliation. nConsequences need to be practical for the parents nFollow through nSet some rewards and special privileges for following the rules If you think you could use your own parenting coach, the ASACS team is always here to help. “Talk to your children openly. But, when you feel that you need help, don’t hesitate to come to our office,” Sharma said. For information, call ASACS at 738-4579. Look for weekly parenting tips from the ASACS team each week this summer in both the Morning Calm newspaper and this website.

Family Cultural Exchange Program

JUNE 19, 2009

NEWS

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Show the artist within - 2009 MWR Arts and Crafts Contest

The deadline for the 2009 Arts & Crafts Contest is June 30, 2009. Only authorized MWR patrons, except Arts and Crafts employees, are eligible to enter. Army Arts and Crafts facilities will host local contests, assist patrons in preparing contest submissions, and forward entries for regional and Army-wide competition. Where feasible, Army Regions will host a region-wide competition, and forward winning entries to the Army-wide competition. Contest submissions at the local level must be the original art or craft work, while submissions to the Region and Department of Army (DA) level must be digital images of the work in JPG format, uploaded to https://artscrafts.fmwrc.army.mil. — 2008 Accomplished Mixed Media 3-D division by 1st Lt. John James Arteche

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NEWS

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THE MORNING CALM

Commemorative postmark honors 8th U.S. Army’s 65 years of service By Walter T. Ham IV 8th U.S. Army Public Affairs U.S. ARMY GARRISON YONGSAN, Korea – A postmark honoring the 8th U.S. Army’s 65 years of service was unveiled June 10 at the main post office here. Before stamping the first postmark during the ceremony, 8th U.S. Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Joseph Fil Jr. thanked everyone involved with creating the collector’s item. “On the 65th anniversary of our activation, I have the distinct privilege of helping to introduce a commemorative postmark, created to honor all the Soldiers that have served and sacrificed in 8th Army,” said Fil. “Since stamp and postmark collecting is still very popular, we anticipate that the 8th Army postmark will be in high demand.” The commanding general said the commemorative postmark was designed to honor the legacy the 8th U.S. Army has built since its creation during the height of World War II. “On June 10, 1944, the 8th U.S. Army was activated in the United States,” Fil said. “It was subsequently sent to the Pacific theater, where it made more than sixty island-hopping amphibious assaults and assisted in the liberation of the Philippines. After the war, it became the headquarters for U.S. occupation forces in Japan. “A few short years later, 8th Army was again called into combat, this time in Korea. Casualties during both wars were high, but the 8th U.S. Army was ultimately victorious,” he said. “We continue to defend freedom alongside our great allies here in Korea.” According to Phil Weaver, the 8th U.S.

The first commemorative postmark honoring the 8th Army’s 65th anniversary. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Kim Kwang-soo Army’s Director of Postal Operations, it took about a month to get the postmark approved by the U.S. Postal Service. Weaver, originally from Stockton, Calif., initiated the request for the postmark. “I thought the pictorial postmark would a great way to help us as a community celebrate this historic date,” said Weaver. The 8th U.S. Army postmark, which will be advertised worldwide, can be obtained at the U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan Main Post Office until July 10, 2009. To get a postmark by mail before July 10, affix stamps to an envelope or postcard, address it to yourself or another person, insert a card of postcard thickness in the envelope for sturdiness and tuck in the flap. Place it in a larger envelope and address it to: Pictorial Post-marks, Postmaster, Yongsan Main Post Office, APO AP 96205-9998.

In May, the 121 Community Support Hospital Commander, COL Smith, and Area 2 Health Promotion Coordinator, Marianne Campano with the 65th Medical Brigade honored eight Delta Sigma Theta sorority sisters for their outstanding contribution to community health. Members of the sorority assisted with two major community campaigns: American Heart Month in February and the Great American Smokeout. . — Courtesy photo

Fill out that survey, don’t throw it away By Mina K.Dugger, Patient Advocate 121st CSH/65th Medical Brigade Filling out the patient satisfaction survey you receive in the mail (either online or mailing back) directly influences the access and quality of care you and your family receives. We need your help! Currently, we have less than 10% of these surveys completed/returned. These surveys provide feedback to our Command and especially, our physicians regarding your satisfaction

with the care and visit. This information is crucial in our planning of resources and when needed, allows us to take immediate action to improve our services for you and your families. Additionally, if our satisfaction meets predetermined targets, we may receive monetary incentives, which we can directly apply to areas in need (i.e., additional staff, equipment, new patient-centered programs). Please take the time to assist us as we continue to strive to perform in excellence; take the time to complete the survey!

May 22 - 28

LOCATION

Today

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

CASEY 730-7354

Adventureland (R) 6:30 p.m. The Hangover (R) 8:30 p.m.

17 Again (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. The Hangover (R) 8:30 p.m.

Fighting (PG-13) 6:30 p.m. State of Play (PG-13) 8:30 p.m.

The Hangover (R) 7:30 p.m.

No Show

State of Play (PG-13) 7:30 p.m.

No Show

HENRY 768-7724

Knowing (PG-13) 7 p.m.

Up (PG) 1 p.m. 17 Again (PG-13) 7 p.m.

Up (PG) 3 p.m. Dragonball: Evolution (PG) 7 p.m.

Observe and Report (R) 7 p.m.

No Show

No Show

No Show

HUMPHREYS 753-7716

The Hangover (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Dragonball: Evolution (PG) 3:30 p.m. The Hangover (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Dragonball: Evolution (PG) 3:30 p.m. The Hangover (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Fighting (PG-13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Fighting (PG-13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Crank: High Voltage (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Crank: High Voltage (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

HOVEY 730-5412

Dragonball: Evolution (PG) 7 p.m.

The Hangover (R) 7 p.m.

No Show

Fighting (PG-13) 7 p.m.

No Show

The Talking of Pelham 123 (R) 7 p.m.

KUNSAN 782-4987

Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (PG) 6 / 8:30 p.m.

Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (PG) 6 / 8:30 p.m.

Fighting (PG-13) 7 p.m. Knowing (PG-13) 8:30 p.m.

No Show

No Show

No Show

Dragonball: Evolution (PG) 6 p.m.

OSAN 784-4930

The Talking of Pelham 123 (R) 7 / 9:30 p.m.

Hannah Montana: The Movie (PG) 1 p.m. The Talking of Pelham 123 (R) 3:30 / 7 / 9:30 p.m.

Hannah Montana: The Movie (PG) 1 p.m. The Talking of Pelham 123 (R) 3:30 / 7 / 9:30 p.m.

The Talking of Pelham 123 (R) 7 p.m.

Monsters vs. Aliens (PG) 1 p.m. The Talking of Pelham 123 (R) 7 / 9:30 p.m.

Angels and Demons (PG13) 7 p.m.

Angels and Demons (PG13) 7 p.m.

RED CLOUD 732-6620

Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (PG) 7 p.m. Fighting (PG-13) 9 p.m.

Hart’s War (Year of the NCO Movie) (R) 4:30 p.m. State of Play (PG-13) 7 p.m.

Observe and Report (R) 7 p.m.

Hanna Montana: The Movie (PG) 7 p.m.

Knowing (PG-13) 7 p.m.

STANLEY 732-5565

Observe and Report (R) 7 p.m. 17 Again (PG-13) 9:00 p.m.

Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (PG) 7 p.m. Dragonball: Evolution (PG) 9 p.m.

Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (PG) 7 p.m.

Fast & Furious 2009 (PG-13) 7 p.m.

No Show

The Talking of Pelham 123 (R) 7 / 9 p.m.

State of Play (PG-13) 7 p.m.

YONGSAN 738-7389

The Talking of Pelham 123 (R) 5:30 / 8:30 p.m. Hannah Montana: The Movie (PG) 6 p.m. Coraline (PG) 6 p.m.

The Talking of Pelham 123 (R) 2 / 5 / 8 p.m. Hannah Montana: The Movie (PG) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m. Coraline (PG) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m.

Fighting (PG-13) 7 p.m. 17 Again (PG-13) 3:30 / 6 p.m. Inkheart (PG) 3:30 / 6 p.m.

State of Play (PG-13) 7 p.m. 17 Again (PG-13) 3:30 / 6 p.m. Confessions of a Shopaholic (PG) 3:30 / 6 p.m.

State of Play (PG-13) 7 p.m. Fighting (PG-13) 3:30 / 6 p.m. Confessions of a Shopaholic (PG) 3:30 / 6 p.m.

State of Play (PG-13) 7 p.m. Fighting (PG-13) 3:30 / 6 p.m. The Tale of Despereaux (PG) 3:30 / 6 p.m.

Observe and Report (R) 7 p.m.

The Talking of Pelham 123 (R) 2 / 5 / 8 p.m. Hannah Montana: The Movie (PG) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m. Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (PG) 6 p.m.

No Show

Thursday

The Hangover (R) 7 p.m.

U.S. ID card holders enjoy free movies courtesy of Army MWR at U.S. Army installations in Korea.

CHAPLAIN

JUNE 19, 2009

Area I Worship Schedule Protestant Services Collective Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday Gospel Sunday

1000 1000 1030 1100 1100 1100 1100 1100 1100

Stone Chapel Stanley Chapel West Casey Chapel Warrior Chapel Crusader Chapel Hovey Chapel Memorial Chapel, Casey Casey Memorial Chapel Camp Stanley Chapel

COGIC Sunday 1230 KATUSA Sunday 1930 Sunday 1300 Tuesday 1900 Tuesday 1840 Tuesday 1800 Tuesday 1830 Tuesday 1830 Thursday 1830

Stanley Chapel

Catholic Services/Mass

Camp Stanley Chapel CRC Warrior Chapel West Casey Chapel Camp Hovey Chapel

Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday

1130 0900 1215 0930

Later Day Saints Sunday 1400

Jewish

Friday

1830

CRC Warrior Chapel CRC Warrior Chapel Jackson Auditorium Camp Stanley Chapel Casey Stone Chapel Camp Castle Chapel Casey Memorial Chapel Camp Hovey Chapel West Casey Chapel

West Casey Chapel West Casey Chapel

Area III Worship Schedule

Area II Worship Schedule 0930 1030 1100

Brian Allgood Hospital K-16 Chapel Hannam Village Chapel

0800 0930 1100 1230

Memorial Chapel South Post Chapel South Post Chapel South Post Chapel

1430 0910

South Post Chapel Hannam Village Chapel

1330

Memorial Chapel

1830

Memorial Chapel

Seventh-Day Adventist Saturday

0930

Brian Allgood Hospital

Early Morning Service (Korean) Mon-Sat

0510

South Post Chapel

Sunday

1000

Memorial Chapel

1700 0800 1130 1205 1205 0900

Memorial Chapel South Post Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Brian Allgood Hospital Memorial Chapel

1900

South Post Chapel

Collective

Sunday Sunday Sunday

Liturgical Sunday Contemporary Sunday Traditional Sunday Gospel Sunday Mision Pentecostal Hispana Sunday Korean Sunday United Pentecostal Sunday KATUSA

Episcopal

Tuesday

Area IV Worship Schedule Protestant Services

Protestant Services

Protestant Services

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Collective Sunday 1100 1100 1100 Gospel 1300 Contemporary Gym KATUSA Tuesday 1900 Korean Wednesday 1930

Super Gym Suwon Air Base Chapel Camp Eagle Chapel Super Gym 1700 Super Super Gym Super Gym

Collective Protestant Sunday 1000 1030 Church of Christ Walker 1215 Gospel 1300 Contemporary Friday 1900 Korean Tuesday 1900 Wednesday 1830

Camp Carroll Camp Walker 1700

Camp

Camp Walker Camp Carroll Camp Walker Camp Carroll Camp Walker

Catholic Services Mass Daily Sunday

Jewish

Every 2nd Friday

1145 0930 1700 0900

Annex 2 Chapel Super Gym Camp Eagle Chapel Suwon Air Base Chapel

1830

Annex 2 Chapel

For information, contact Corey Ringer at [email protected], or call 753-3909

Catholic Services Mass Sunday Saturday

0900 1130 1700

Camp Walker Camp Carroll Camp Walker

Jewish Worship Service

Every Friday at 1900 - Camp Walker Chapel, Classroom #1

Catholic Services Catholic Mass Saturday Sunday Sunday Mon/Thur/Fri Tues/Wed 1st Sat.

Jewish

Friday

The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war. Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at: www.usfk.mil/org/FKCH/Index.html?/org/FKCH/Contents/mission.htm for helpful links and information.

USAG-Yongsan Chaplains

USAG-Humphreys Chaplains

USAG-Red Cloud/Casey

USAG-Daegu Chaplains

Chaplain (Lt. Col.) David B. Crary: [email protected], 738-3009

Chaplain (Maj.) Klon K. Kitchen, Jr.: [email protected], 753-7274

2ID Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Richard Spencer: [email protected], 732-7998

Chaplain (Maj.) Eddie Kinley: [email protected], 764-5455

Chaplain (Maj.) Adolph G. DuBose: [email protected], 738-4043

Chaplain (Maj.) James E. O’Neal: [email protected] , 753-7276

Red Cloud Chaplain (Maj.) Fredrick Garcia: [email protected], 732-6169

Chaplain (Maj.) Edward Martin: [email protected], 765-8004

Chaplain (Maj.) Leo Mora Jr.: [email protected], 736-3018

Chaplain (Capt.) Anthony Flores: [email protected], 753-7042

Red Cloud Chaplain (Capt.) Mario Rosario: [email protected], 732-6169

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Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact

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FEATURE

THE MORNING CALM

55th Military Police Battalion trains for wartime mission By Jim Cunningham USAG-RC Public Affairs RODRIGUEZ RANGE, South Korea — Five insurgents were killed and one taken into custody June 11 during a gun fight on Rodriguez Range, or as a scenario was played out during a training exercise on the live fire facility for Soldiers of the 8th Army and the United Nations troops assigned to keeping the peace in South Korea. The insurgents were Soldiers acting the part, and the gun fight an exercise involving blank ammunition planned by Capt. Marshall Hunt of the 55th Military Police Battalion with headquarters on USAG-Casey. The training was done jointly with the 94th MP Battalion. “Everybody knows the MPs as the guys and gals that drive around in a patrol vehicle doing traffic stops, out in the Ville policing the Soldiers.” Hunt said. “Nobody understands this is half of what we do. We also have a combat support mission, which we would do down range in Iraq and Afghanistan, and we have to train for that mission. We also would have the same type of mission in the Republic of Korea if North Korea begins aggression against South Korea.” Training was not routine, there were extra factors about the training, which made it unique for the 55th. “What is unique about this training is our ability to use the opposing force I brought here,” Hunt said. “Most of the time a platoon will go out and train amongst themselves. I have been able to bring more Soldiers from the company, so I have 30 Soldiers playing the opposing force in civilian clothes; they play two different roles: civilians on the battlefield and the part of insurgents with weapons.” The point of having an opposing force playing the part of civilians, Hunt explained, is because the type of combat Soldiers fight in Iraq and Afghanistan (or in Korea if it happens) involves taking care of civilians as well as fighting the enemy. Soldiers rarely train for this factor of combat. “What I am using are my support people,” Hunt said. “We have three platoons of MPs and a platoon of support staff. They rarely get a chance to train with us.” Hunt said he can train half of his battalion at one time because law and order duties must be maintained in Area I garrisons and camps while training is taking place on the range. “The MP corps has to be a jack of all trades,” Hunt said. “We have to train as police and also for combat missions. This is only part of our training.” “We do not get many chances to train with our sister companies,” said Capt. John Armstrong, commander of HHD 94th MP Battalion, “HHD focuses mainly on our daily administrative and support tasks; this is a great opportunity to train with our sister companies.” “In following with the commander’s vision in being able to fight tonight, he had the vision to train the Soldiers for an extended amount of time,” said Lt. Hyun Jung, 55th MP Battalion, “in doing so we were able to train our Soldiers in individual skills and team skills, which enable them to function as a combat unit.”

(From top clockwise) The training scenario begins with a simulated improvised explosive device going off when Soldiers of the 55th drive through the town circle on Rodriguez Range. Next, Soldiers of the 55th and 94th suppress enemy fire from a fire house and police station. Soldiers then storm the fire house from the front and the rear taking and returning fire from enemy positions. (verticle) After returning fire and subduing the enemy, Soldiers from the 55th and 94th MP Battalions arrest one of the enemy insurgents and bring him out of the simulated fire house. More than 50 MPs of the 55th and 94th took part in the exercises expanded from six weeks to 12 weeks and ending June 12. Most of the participants were Soldier MPs but the opposing force was played by Soldiers with support jobs. — U.S. Army photos by Jim Cunningham

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NEWS

THE MORNING CALM

Significant changes to Servicemembers Civil Relief Act By CPT May Saetang Special to the Morning Calm Weekly YONGSAN GARRISON — The servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) is a federal law that gives U.S. servicemembers important rights and protections. The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 and the Veterans’ Benefits Improvement Act of 2008 made a variety of significant changes to the SCRA. The following is a summary of the new rights and protections that are provided under the SCRA. 6% interest rate “cap” on qualifying financial obligations, including mortgages. Upon a written request that is accompanied by a copy of active duty military orders, a servicemember may have the interest rate on certain qualifying financial obligations reduced to a maximum of 6% for the period of active duty military service. A qualifying financial obligation would include a financial obligation of a servicemember, or a servicemember and his/her spouse jointly, that was incurred prior to the servicemember’s entry onto active duty military service.

The period of the SCRA’s 6% interest rate “cap” has now been extended for an additional one year after the end of a servicemember ’s active duty military service for mortgages, trust deeds, or other securities in the nature of mortgages that were incurred prior to the servicemember entry onto active duty military service. However, the SCRA’s 6% interest rate cap will not apply if a court finds that the ability of a servicemember to pay additional interest is not materially affected by his/her military service. Creditors who violate the SCRA’s 6% interest rate cap can face criminal penalties that include possible imprisonment and fines. Expanded mortgage protection. In an action to enforce a mortgage obligation that was filed during, or within nine months after, a servicemember’s entry onto active duty military service, a servicemember may request that a court stay (i.e., suspend) the proceedings or adjust the debt when the servicemember ’s ability to comply with their obligation is materially affected by reason of their military service. The nine-month “shield” afforded by this SCRA provision is scheduled to expire on 31 December 2010 and (if it is not renewed) will revert back to a 90-day period.

Foreclosure and eviction protection from bank-owned property. A foreclosure or repossession action against a servicemember will not be valid unless there either is a court order, or waiver from the servicemember. This protection only applies to qualifying financial obligations incurred prior to the servicemember’s entry onto active duty military service, and has been expanded to cover the period of active duty military service and nine months after this period. Cell phone contract suspension/termination. A servicemember may request to suspend or terminate a cell phone contract entered into before deployment outside of the continental United States, if the deployment period is 90 days or more. If servicemember is undertaking a permanent change of station within the continental United States, cell phone companies are required to terminate a servicemember’s cell phone contract upon his/her request. However, the servicemember must demonstrate that his or her military service materially affects his or her ability to satisfy the cell phone contract. For specific legal advice regarding SCRA rights and responsibilities, contact your local legal assistance office. .

Servicemembers enjoy MND’s cultural tour program

U.S. Forces Korea servicemembers visit the Korean Folk Village as a part of the Republic of Korea-United States Friends Forever Program, hosted by the ROK Ministry of National Defense. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim Jun-sub By Pfc. Kim Jun-sub 8th U.S. Army Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — The Republic of Korea Ministry of National Defense Friends Forever Program has invited 300 United States Forces Korea servicemembers to participate cultural tours over the summer to increase their understanding of the Korean history, customs and traditions as a part of the Republic of Korea-United States Friends Forever Program. Each tour visits the National Museum, a traditional Korean restaurant for lunch, the Korean Folk Village in Yongin, the Korean War Memorial and ends with a traditional dinner at the Museum Wedding Hall with Lee Keun-beom, director of the Defense Education Policy

Bureau at the Ministry of National Defense. “For the last half century, Korea and the United States have been comrades, having fought together in the same wars and whose bonds were forged in blood. Although short, I hope this invitational event serves as a valuable opportunity for all of you to gain a deeper understanding of Korea and to strengthen friendships with one another,” said Lee in his toast during dinner at the Museum Wedding Hall. Pvt. Samuel J. Bittinger, a tour participant and billeting clerk at the 1st Replacement Company, said he learned a lot about the Korean culture and people during the tour. He said it helped him “solve some questions about the Korean culture and tradition,” such as why Koreans serve many side dishes when dining. He said this experience would help him to bridge the cultural gap.

“I especially liked the tour of the Korean Folk Village,” said Bittinger. “Looking at the old villages and experiencing how they used to live taught me many new things about this country and I now feel little bit more at home in this country.” ROK-U.S. Friends Forever Program has hosted more than 15,000 USFK servicemembers throughout the peninsula in the 15 years since its creation. A cornerstone of this long-lasting alliance, Friends Forever Program will continue to bridge the gaps and strengthen the friendship between the two armed forces. For photo coverage of this and many other events visit our FLICKR Photostream at www.flickr.com/photos/8tharmy and for more about the Eighth United States Army visit us online at 8tharmy.korea.army.mil

JUNE 19, 2009

AREA III

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Troops hit the waves for BOSS Beach Blast By Ken Hall USAG-Humprheys Public Affairs HUMPHREYS GARRISON — About 550 U.S. Soldiers and KATUSAs from throughout the Republic of Korea converged on Daecheon Beach in Boryeong City for the 2009 Better Opportunity for Single Soldiers Beach Blast, June 12-14. The Beach Blast events began at noon Friday with a climbing wall challenge, followed by a swimsuit competition, limbo, hula hoop, spaghetti dinner at Boryeong City Park and karaoke with DJ Desmond at the city’s amphitheater on the beach. Buses from all Korea Morale Welfare and Recreation offices provided free transportation, and 522 troops took advantage of the easy commuting option. “The event went very well, and it’s important that Soldiers participate in events like BOSS Beach Blast because it gives them some fun, and a chance to see an exciting part of Korea,” said Master Sgt. Glen Harrison, USAG-Humphreys Directorate of Plans, Transportation, Mobilization and Security non-commissioned officer in charge. “It’s a once-a-year event, and you can’t beat the cost and you get to see a part of Korea that most people don’t get to see while on tour here.” Harrison said it’s also a great chance to run into people you haven’t seen in years. “It’s a great event for comradery and all the sergeants major can also get together and watch over all their Soldiers and make sure everyone has a great time,” he said. Dean Herrera, BOSS Morale, Welfare and Recreation Advisor said experience gained running past Beach Blasts allowed them to enjoy more recreation time during this year’s event. This year marks the third year in a row that Humphreys BOSS and MWR has planned, set-up and run the Beach Blast. “Learning from last years’ event, we

BOSS Beach Blast participants celebrate on Daecheon Beach after getting covered in mud art June 13. — U.S. Army photo by Peter Yu increased the number of volunteers and split them into shifts,” said Herrera. “That allowed them to also have free time and enjoy the weekend and improved their dedication to work on their assigned shifts.” Another NCO had nothing but praise for the Beach Blast. “The volunteer effort went very well, and everybody pitched in and did their jobs,” said Staff Sgt. Linette Keller, DPTMS NCO. “MWR and BOSS Soldiers really worked well together, and there was an amazing amount of stuff that was given away like beach towels, visors and back-packs.” Saturdays’ activities kicked-off at 11 a.m.

with an official welcome and remarks by Kim, Seok-joong, Vice Mayor, Boryeong City, Eighth U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major Robert Winzenried, and USAGHumphreys Command Sergeant Major Jason Kim. “The BOSS weekend event was terric success,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Kim. “A bout a dozen command sergeants major from throughout the peninsula attended, there were no incidents and everyone made it home safely.” Following the opening ceremony, Soldiers celebrated the Army’s 234th birthday with a cake cutting. Participants

then proceeded to the climbing wall challenge, followed by a fear factor contest, beach volleyball tournament, sand sculpting competition, watermelon eating contest, 10-person pyramid building, relay races, push-up contest and tug-o-war. “I think we should have this event more than once a year,” said Sgt. Lora Kelly, Headquarters, Headquarters Company, USAG-Humphreys, who was part of the BOSS volunteer team supporting the event. “It’s a great way to get Soldiers out of the barracks and have a great time.” All participants packed up and returned to their duty stations at noon Sunday.

Family support requires strong foundation By Ken Hall USAG-Humprheys Public Affairs HUMPHREYS GARRISON — For those who have served in the armed forces during the past ten years, chances are they have have served on several continents and in places that are among the most dangerous and some that are among the most appealing in the world. Sgt. 1st Class Billie Adams, an air traffic controller with Headquarters, Headquarters Company, USAG-Humphreys has spent most of her 13-year Army career outside the U.S. in places like Germany, Iraq – and now Republic of Korea. Adams is also an Army wife, mother of two, and mentor to many junior enlisted Soldiers along the way. “For the first part of our tour here, we haven’t been able to see as many places as we would have liked to because we recently had a child and we were both platoon sergeants,” said Adams. Adams, who serves as a ground control

approach facility chief at Desiderio Army Airfield here said with deployments and shift work duty hours, Soldiers with children should not lose sight of the effect it has on their lives at home. “Sometimes life’s challenges are difficult and you have to look outside the box and look at the long-range plan,” she said. “It’s really about flexibility and the big picture, and if you can see that, it makes it bearable to get through the hard times. Being dualmilitary, you have to have a foundation to fall back on for Family support because you

could deploy at any time.” Adams said the Humphreys Garrison Child Development Center has helped but wishes they had longer hours. “We’ve had shift work so, if we’re working 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., we have to find somebody else to provide after-hours care,” she added. Adams served a deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and attributes the experience as key to her career progression. “Our career field is really small and promotions have been few and far between at times, so, many Soldiers were getting out and getting jobs with the Federal Aviation Administration,” said Adams. “As a result, the Army has boosted their recruiting efforts for new recruits to enlist in the ATC field. When I began 13 years ago, it was really hard to get recommended to promotion boards. Because of the small numbers of ATC’s on active duty today, promotion points have become reasonable.” Adams said it took awhile to prove to her NCO’s that she was ready to advance. “The points required for promotion were

maxed out for a long time, but I worked hard, got my points up and I made it through,” she said. “Most of the people who mentored me when I came in were my firstline supervisors, who were sergeants.” The Army is constantly evolving with the digital information age, but Adams believes the best way for her Soldiers to keep information and Army procedure guidance at their fingertips is literally by the book. “When I was a private I would ask my NCO questions about how we do things or why we do things, and he would always tell me to ‘look it up in the manual’ and I understood later why he instructed me to open our standard operating procedure books,” she said. “I think using reference books in general may be a lost art now as we’ve become accustomed to using the internet to find information that might not be as current – or reliable – as books. Now, I make my Soldiers look up facts in our regulation manuals but we still have digital copies for reference, also.”

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News & Notes Need Your Help On Sunday, June 14 at about 1:50 p.m., a student threw a rock and broke a window in Humphreys American School building 558. If you have information about anyone that may have been involved in this incident, please contact Joyce Diggs at DSN 7536313. Humphreys American School New student Registration began June 15 New student Orientation begins Aug. 24 in HAS cafeteria at 11 a.m. Meet and greet your teacher Aug. 28 from 2-3 p.m. Humphreys Camp Adventure Open June through August to all CYS Services children that have completed grades 1-5. Children can sign up for specific weeks by 5 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to the week they would like to attend. Visit CYS Services Bldg. 570 or call 753-8507 Safety Office Relocates The USAG-Humphreys Safety Office has relocated to Building S484, across from the Community Activity Center. Softball Tournament The People to People Friendship Softball Tournament takes place Saturday, June 20 at Independance Park. American and Korean softball teams begin action at 10 a.m. In th event of inclement weather, the tournament will tke place Sunday, June 21, at 10 a.m. Lt. Dan Band Concert Academy Award nominee Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band will pesent a free concert at the Humphreys Garrison Community Activity Center Thursday, June 25. Concert starts at 7 p.m. Father Daughter Dance Bring your darling little girl(s) out for a night of dancing, contests, finger foods and more to Tommy D’s, Humphreys Garrison Saturday, June 20 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 for dad, and daughter(s) are free. Osan Vet Clinic The Osan Veterinary Clinic will visit the Humphreys Garrison Community Activity Center Monday, June 22 from 9 a.m.3 p.m.and will They will be closed for lunch between noon-1 p.m. Services offered will be vaccines, health certificates and microships. Humphreys Construction Update As Humphreys Garrison grows during the next several years construction projects will cause interruptions of electrical and water service as well as detours and delays on our roads. We ask your patience as we transform our post into the Installation of Choice on the Korean Peninsula. • Freedom Road water line replacement is continuing. Please watch for construction equipment in roadways and signal man directing traffic.

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4-2 Families watch their loved ones fly By 2nd Lt. Joseph D. Han 4-2 Avn Public Affairs H U M P H R EY S G A R R I S O N — Families of 4th Battalion 2nd Aviation (Attack) Regiment, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade experienced what some would call spectacular recently--they had the opportunity to watch their active duty military mothers, fathers, wives and husbands at work in the field. Family members from USAG-Humphreys traveled to the Rodriguez Live Fire Complex near the city of Pocheon to watch Soldiers from 4-2 Aviation conduct aerial gunnery. The focus of the exercise was to qualify Apache pilots in flying their helicopters while engaging targets with rockets and 30mm machine guns. Lt. Col. Kevin L. Berry, 4-2 Aviation battalion commander, welcomed Families to the range complex. Following Berry’s welcome, the Death Dealers treated the Families to lunch. After lunch the Families went to the forward aerial resupply point where Death Dealer crewmen explained how they arm and fuel Apache helicopters. Afterward, the group went to the on-site weapon simulator where everyone had a chance to simulate firing an M16. After visiting the forward aerial resupply point and the weapon simulator, the Families visited the tower. The tower crew

4-2 Avn. children pause for a photo on the wing of an Apache helicopter during a recent live fire gunnery exerecise in May. — U.S. Army photo by 2nd Lt. Joseph D. Han explained that their role is to watch and score the pilots when they fired at their targets. The short briefing was soon followed by “oohs” and “aaahs” from kids and adults as an Apache made several passes over the observation deck, firing all of its weapons and demonstrating the shock and awe combat strategy of the U.S Army. In the end, the tour of the training exercise was all about Families. “It gave them a chance to come out and

spend some quality time with their loved ones in a field environment which naturally doesn’t happen every day in our Army,” said Capt. Geoff Klein, Charlie company platoon leader and the organizer for the event. As Soldiers hugged and kissed their loved ones goodbye before they boarded the bus back to Humphreys Garrison, it was a reminder why we put on these uniforms. “If it weren’t for our Families, we wouldn’t be here,” said Klein.

Financial tips for troops from PBS show By Ken Hall USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs HUMPHREYS GARRISON — More than 100 Soldiers, Civilians and Family members filled the Community Activity Center here Monday to learn ways to manage personal finances from Public Broadcasting Service “Moneywise” show host and best-selling author Kelvin Boston and Young America financial coach Peter Bielagus. Boston addressed ways to achieve financial success utilizing benefits available to service members and their Families. he also spoke to the importance of not allowing pressures that negatively influence spending and saving habits. “Right now, we’re living in an age of financial anxiety,” said Boston. “Back home everybody’s afraid and those anxieties carry over to our financial decisions. We’ve had to deal with the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, Hurricane Katrina, the concerns over what is happening in North Korea and now the H1N1 flu. All these external events make it harder for us to make normal every-day financial decisions.” Boston said if there is no formal budget established to make a list of every-day financial responsibilities. “If there’s something that causes you any type of concern – weather it be your car payment, mortgage, or a plane ticket home for a visit to Family – write it down,” he said. “Look at that list very carefully and if there’s

Kelvin Boston shares his financial investment planning experience with Spc. Christopher Jones, E Co. 3 Bn 2nd CAB June 15. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall something you need to do something about, take action. If there’s something on that list you need help with, go get help. By writing down all the financial things that concern you, you have taken the most important step to deal with your financial anxiety because you got it out in front of you on paper and now you can decide what’s real and what’s not real.” Bielagus offered advice about the importance of keeping an accurate record of individual credit reports, types of life insurance to consider, and spending and saving habits. “Start saving money before you need to start,” said Bielagus. “Right now, I do not have any children, I’m not married but I do have a college savings account for the children I have yet to have, with the woman

I have yet to marry, who is the girl I have yet to date.” Bielagus said that Soldiers can hundreds of dollars every year by merely tossing pocket change into an empty five-gallon water bottle. “I’ve heard from so many people how they try and try to save but after paying the bills there’s just not any money left over to save. I challenged a young college student to save at least a penny every day, tossing it into a jar. He accepted that challenge, throwing pennies into a jar next to his bed. Most days, he threw all the loose change in his pocket, from his car, and under his couch into the jar. Four years passed, and I recently heard from that gentleman who said when he took that water-cooler sized change jar to the bank to cash it in, it had $4,000 inside.” Bielagus added everyone should keep an eye on their credit reports to make sure the credit reporting agencies are keeping an accurate account. “You need to look at your credit report and note anything that doesn’t belong on your report,” he said. “You may discover things that are not your fault, and it could be as simple as a wrong zip code or as serious as crossing with someone else’s life if you have a common last name. A young college student at one of my presentations last year whose last name was Johnson took that advice and later contacted me and told me that his report showed that he owned a house in Idaho – a state he had never been to – since the sixth grade.”

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Talon Cafe dining facility opens on MP Hill

By Pfc. Ma Ju-ho 2nd CAB Public Affairs HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Three years of planning and construction finally paid off to the delight of hundreds of Soldiers when the Talon Café dining facility officially opened on MP Hill at Humphreys Garrison Monday. “This is the future of Korea,” said Col. Joseph A. Bassani Jr., 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade commander, as he announced the grand opening of the new dining facility for Soldiers. “It is a great leap forward for us. After 35 years of history, we have one of the finest facilities on this peninsula.” The dining facility is part of the overall USAG-Humphreys construction project that will designate Humphreys Garrison as the new base of operations for U.S. Forces Korea in a few years. “We made every effort to make this project successful and I’m so pleased to report that it turned out to be,” said Park, Dong-woo, the project manager of the construction of this dining facility. The Eighth U.S. Army Band also helped to create a pleasant atmosphere playing classic and jazzy tunes while diners feasted on grilled steaks, crab legs, roast pig, cordon bleu, fried shrimp and a variety of salads. Soldiers describe the facility as a place to visit and socialize -- like a restaurant. As a special treat, 2nd CAB officers and senior noncommissioned officers served meals to Soldiers, surprising all who passed through the serving line. “This doesn’t look like a dining facility,” said Spc. Henry Joseph, a Blackhawk mechanic with Company B, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion. “The band adds atmosphere and [I wish] they could

(left to right) Pfc. Germarr White, Co. A, 602nd ASB, Pvt. Cetekia Snowden, Co. A, 34th Sig. Bn., and Pvt. Steven Deramus, Co. A, 602nd ASB enjoy a hearty meal during the June 15 grand opening of the Talon Cafe, located at MP Hill, USAG-Humphreys. Download high resoultion photos at www.flickr.com/photos/usaghumphreys/ — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Krishna Gamble it; the winner was Pfc. Natasha Remillard, encourage Soldiers to keep coming back.” have a live band every day.” During his remarks, Kim said the Staff Sgt. Preston Gardner, a platoon Headquarters and Headquarters Company, sergeant with 602nd Aviation Support 2nd CAB. She unveiled the signboard with new dining facility represents the Army’s Battalion, shared Joseph’s view about the Bassani, Command Sgt. Maj. Jason K. commitment to providing Soldiers with the Kim, USAG-Humphreys, and Sgt. 1st Class best possible quality of life. dining facility. “We are trying to improve the quality “This is more of a restaurant than a Donald Boyer, manager of Talon Café. “This is a state-of-the-art facility built to of life for Soldiers on a daily basis and we dining facility,” said Gardner, who visited the Talon Café for the first time Monday. accommodate our young warriors and create are so proud to open a new DFAC here at an environment of comfort and home,” said Humphreys Garrison,” said Kim. “We will “The food is great.” Before the facility opened, Soldiers Sgt. Maj. Gary Fields, Eighth U.S. Army also continue to improve their quality of participated in a raffle to select a name for Foods Services command sergeant major. “I life 24/7.”

557th MPs win Eighth Army Connelly Award

The 557th Military police Company (Polar Bears) won first place in the field kitchen category in the recent Eighth U.S. Army Installation management Command Korea Philip A. Connelly Awards competition. The Polar Bears will represent EUSA and IMCOM-Korea at the Department of the Army level competition later this year. The 557th MPs are part of tthe 94th Military Police Battalion, 501st Sustainment Brigade, 19th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary). In this photo, Soldiers prepare a headcount during the judging phase of the competition. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall

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Skate Park Grand Opening at Camp Walker By Lee, Jihye USAG-Daegu Public Affairs CAMP WALKER — A grand opening ceremony was held at the new Skate Park next to School Age Services on Camp Walker, June 11. The skate park was officially opened by U.S. Army Garrison Daegu Commander Col. Michael P. Saulnier, who first thought of the idea of making a skate park to let children skate in proper places after he saw many students skating dangerously on the streets. “There are many students who skate in lots of inappropriate places. And also skating without their helmets can be really dangerous so this park is designed to be safe as well as an adventure type of activity because it can be a lot of fun,” said David L. Lucia, director of USAG Daegu Family Morale Welfare Recreation (FMWR). FMWR partnered with the Directorate of Public Works (DPW) in making the park a reality. “People made trees and the park to be safer. There are commercially made ramps inside and this park itself is specifically

designed only for the skateboarding,” Lucia added. After the ribbon cutting, a skating performance was put on by Morse Pro Team. While watching the skating performance children cheered loudly, then took their turn to try out the new skate park. “It’s really nice to be here! It gives a lot of amusement to students. And also this park gives us a space to come out and skate all together. I am happy about all these skate facilities so I will use this park continually,” Ryan Gurak said while skateboarding. “The purpose of holding this skate park opening is to announce to the community and make the families and youth aware that we now have a skate park so they can come. While practicing their skateboards and skating techniques, youth and children can get better in their skateboarding, teaching how to play and compete with each other,” said Lucia. Although at the moment the Skate Park is for youth only, ages 18 and under, it is thought that the usage of this park could be expanded to some weekend time for soldiers, adults and families.

A member of the professional skating team ‘Morse Pro Team’ shows skating performance during the grand opening ceremony of the Skate Park on Camp Walker, June 11— U.S. Army photo by Lee Jihye

Daegu Garrison hosts national prayer breakfast By Cpl. Park, Kyung-rock USAG-Daegu Public Affairs CAMP WALKER — Members of Daegu Garrison Chapel hosted a national prayer breakfast at Camp Walker’s Evergreen Community Club, June 9. About 300 people attended the breakfast, including Soldiers, Family Members, Civilians and Korean guests. The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance, inviting people of all faiths to pray for the nation. This year’s theme, “Prayer! America’s Strength and Shield,” is based on Psalm 28:7: “The Lord is my strength and shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped.” “The purpose of the event is to refresh for many to take a break from their busy schedule and pause for a moment to think about their life, family and country. I hope it would be a time of reflection on important things in life.” Said Chaplain (Maj.) Kwon Pyo, Daegu Garrison Chaplain. The national prayer breakfast began with a welcome from Daegu Garrison Commander, Col. Michael P. Saulnier, and an invocation from Chaplain (Maj.) Edward I. Choi, 501st Sustainment Brigade

Chaplain (Col.) Paul P. Buck, U.S. Forces Korea Command Chaplain gives a speech under the title “pressing on toward the goal,” during the National Prayer Breakfast held by Daegu Garrison Chapel, June 09. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Park, Kyung-rock Chaplain. Then, Anthony Rosario, Daegu American School third-grader, sang the national anthem of Republic of Korea and 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command KATUSA, Pfc. Na, Sung ho sang the national anthem of United States. After

the anthems, all in attendance enjoyed a breakfast buffet. During the meal, special performance was played by “Quartet” from Kyeongpook University music school. Chaplain(Lt. Col.) Mitchell Lewis, 19th ESC Command Chaplain, welcomed the

prayer breakfast’s guest speaker Chaplain (Col.) Paul P. Buck, U.S. Forces Korea Command Chaplain. Under the title “pressing on toward the goal,” Buck began his speech with questions of the attendance. “What motivated you to get up this morning? What keeps you going throughout the day? What gives you the passion to work hard?” Buck explained one source of motivation by tell his story regarding the physical test and likened running to life. “Life is like running,” Buck said. “Whether we like it or not, we are all in a race. The Bible has numerous references to that throughout the book. In a race we need to know three things. First, there will be a reward for a job well done. Second, there is a clearly defined finish line. Third, only those who persist in pressing on toward the finish line will get the prize.” Buck concluded, “To win the prize in the race of this life, let us press on toward the goal each day. Having a goal is very important. It helps us to focus our time, energy and strength. However, the goal without discipline is no more than a daydream. Without the necessary effort, there will be no progress.”

Notice of Area IV Road & Gate Closures The following Gates will be closed for Maintenance, Safety and Repair Work

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Camp Henry Gate #1 will be closed from 8 p.m. June 19 - 7 p.m. June 21 Camp Henry Gate #2 will be closed from 8 p.m. June 26 - 7 p.m. June 28 Camp Walker Gate #4 will be closed from 8 a.m. July 11 - 7 p.m. July 12 Camp Walker Gate #6 will be closed from 8 a.m. July 18 – 7 p.m. July 19

Please note that there will only be one Gate open per Installation while the work is done. So please plan accordingly as well for delays. We are sorry for any inconvenience or delays this may cause. If you have any questions about the security process, contact Robert F. Nelson Directorate of Emergency Services at 764-4106 or 010-9261-2006, or email: [email protected]

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News & Notes USAG-Daegu Change of Command

U.S. Army Garrison Daegu Change of Command Ceremony will beheld at Camp Walker’s Kelly Gym, 10 a.m., June 26. Col. Michael P. Saulnier will be relieved by Col. Terry D. Hodges. For more information, call 768-8072. 403rd AFSB Change of Command

The Army Material Command, (AMC) 403rd Army Field Support Brigade (AFSB) Would Like to Announce ‘403rd Army Field Support Brigade’Change of Command Ceremony. The location is at Camp Walker Kelly Field (Kelly Gym: Inclement Weather) on 22 July 2009, at 10 in the morning. Outgoing Commander: COL Andre Q. Fletcher, Incoming Commander: COL Barry Diehl. For more information, call 768-7630. Speak Korean! Learn Korea!

Korean-English Speech Contest will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., Wednesday at Henry Theater. Admission is free! Anyone who are confident in speaking Korean can attend this contest. For more information, call Capt.(P) Kim, Jong Sang at 768-8451. Camp Carroll Worship Service

Every Tuesday there will be an 11:40 a.m. worship service at the Camp Carroll Chapel and everyone is invited. Lunchi will be provided after the service. For more information, contant the Camp Carroll Chapel staff at 765-8343 Building Survey Notification

Syncadd Systems, Inc will be conducting a space and manpower survey of buildings on Camps Henry, Walker, and Carroll until September 2009. They will be using a laser measuring device to record the dimensions of garrison facilities. They will also be photographing building exteriors, which has been approved by USAG Daegu. Please afford them access to the facilities to complete this project. For information, call 7688760. Daegu Spouses Association

Get Involved in your Community! Daegu Spouses Association (DSA) supports the community through welfare donations and scholarships. Find out more at www.taeguspouses. org Be a part of something great! For information, call 010-5846-0933. We Want Your Stories

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‘Listening to your soldiers, your peers and the senior NCOs and officers with whom you serve’ By Cpl. Lee, Dodam USAG-Daegu Public Affairs DAEGU GARRISON — St a f f Sgt. Eladio Soto-Perez of the 837th Transportation Battalion has served in the army almost 15 years and recently won Distinguished Honor Graduate at the Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course (BNCOC). It is his third time serving in Korea working for the Surface Deployment and Distribution Command and now going on to his second year as a “Cargo King” in the 837th Trans BN. Soto-Perez joined the Army when he was 26 because he wanted a change for himself and his family as well as the fact that he had wanted to join the military since he was younger. “Finally I decided that I should just take the chance and go for it,” said Soto-Perez. “With my GED in hand and wanting to do more with my life, I went right to the Air Force recruiter. The door was closed, but ‘as one door closes another opens’ and the Army recruiter was there.” Soto-Perez graduated top his class with superior ratings in written and oral communication as well as leadership skills, group work contribution and research ability ending up with a final grade point average of 96.5 percent. “Which isn’t to say it was an easy thing to do because more than a few of my fellow NCOs, my peers, my friends now, were very close to having the same rating as mine in all aspects,” he added. “I think it was just the standard I set for myself as part of SDDC that set me apart; I wanted it because I felt as a representative of the 837th Kargo Kings, I had to try my best as I always do, and be in the top of the class.” He t h i n k s t h e m o s t i m p o r t a n t

Staff. Sgt. Eladio Soto-Perez, 837th Transporation Battalion recently wins Distinguished Honor Graduate at the Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course with a final grade point average of 96.5. — U.S. Army photo by Lee, Jihye responsibility as an NCO and a Soldier would be listening. “Listening to your soldiers, your peers and the Senior NCOs and Officers with whom you serve. Never forgetting that this is a twoway street equaling constant and clear communication,” he added. Soto-Perez recalls President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s famous saying “Leadership is the art of getting someone else to do something you want done because he (or she) wants to do it.” To him it is the personification of what people call mentorship. He thinks it is important to guide one’s Soldiers to do the right thing and get the job done whether their NCO is present or not. It is essential to motivate Soldiers to think they will accomplish the mission to their best abilities in any circumstances. He also reminds junior enlisted, NCOs or

Officers that they can always learn from those with ranks above and below. “They are the ones that have been running the show making sure things happen. Take your time and learn the ropes before you start making that team your team,” said Soto-Perez. He came up with an example that once you are assigned to new unit, you would be positioned to what your rank fits despite having little knowledge of new surroundings and jobs. For that case he said “Me personally I would be going to my junior enlisted soldiers who have been there for the past few years and seeing how things are done before changing them all of a sudden.” As a NCO finally he wants to tell this to other Soldiers. “Some may think that seeing or hearing from a former soldier that they have reached your rank or surpassed it is a — See SOTO-PEREZ story Page 27 —

Soldier wins the Horatio Gates Bronze Medal By Cpl. Lee, Jae Won 19th ESC, Public Affairs CAMP WALKER — Warrant Officer Cristal M. Sales, Human Resources Technician, G1, 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command, was presented the Horatio Gates Bronze Medal, the second highest award authorized by the Adjutant General’s Corps Regimental Association, at the Daegu Conference Room in 19th ESC headquarters building, June 5. Major General Horatio Gates was the first Adjutant General of the Army. A Gold Medal was presented to Major General Horatio Gates by Congressional resolution to commemorate his victories over the British in the Battles of Bennington, Fort Stanwix and Saratoga. These three key battles prevented the British from occupying the strategic Hudson Valley and isolating New England from the other former colonies. The Major General Horatio Gates Bronze Medal is given to recognize a significant achievement and service of individuals who promote the objectives and purposes of the Adjutant General’s Corps Regimental Association and the Adjutant General’s Corps and Human Resources Community as set forth in the Constitution

Brig. Gen. Xavier P. Lobeto, 19th ESC Commanding General, presents the Horatio Gates Bronze Medal to Warrant Officer Crystal D. Sales, G-1, 19th ESC, at Daegu Citizen Room, June 5. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Lee, Jae Won have been able to get this far.” and Bylaws of the Association. Along with her comments, Sales’ coSales, was the 1,434th awardee to receive the Medal, was honored and gave workers believe she brings positive impact to the office. thanks to her families and co-workers. “Her work ethic is a great lesson for all “I am very grateful for this award and it is truly an honor to receive the medal,” of us,” said Sgt. Som Fort, 19th ESC, “she said Sales, “without the unconditional love clearly is a vital for our section’s success and support from my family, I would not today and I am very proud of her.”

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Fire Safety Corner: Microwaves

By Andrew M Allen Daegu Garrison F&ES Fire Chief According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Microwave ovens are one of the leading home products associated with scald burn injuries not related to fires. In the military, microwaves are the leading cause of emergency responses to homes and barracks! It is not just “Who burnt the popcorn” type emergencies; it is who burnt up the microwave! Microwave fires lead to kitchen and barracks room fires very easily. NFPA Facts and figures: 1. Microwave ovens were involved in an estimated 7,400 home structure fires in 2005, resulting in 87 civilian injuries and $18 million direct property damage. 2. Microwave ovens involve more emergency room scald burn injuries than any other cooking device. 3. Nearly half (41%) of the microwave oven injuries seen at emergency rooms in 2006 were scalds.

What do you need to do? Read the manufacturer’s instructions before using a microwave oven. These instructions are written because companies are tired of being sued for the dumb things some people do! However, there are some common things we often overlook. For example, you must plug the microwave directly into a wall outlet. Never use an extension cord because it may overload the circuit and cause a fire. Open sealed, microwave food slowly, away from the face. Hot steam escaping from a container or the food itself can cause burns. Watch out for those fingers when opening the package! Use oven mitts when taking food out of the microwave, the food is still cooking and hot spots can suddenly show up and burn your fingers, and then your feet when you drop the food! If you have a fire in your microwave, turn it off immediately and keep the door closed. Never open the door until the fire is completely out. Call the Fire Department if you are not sure! Better to be safe than sorry!

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Sexual Assualt Prevention training goes 2.0

By Pfc. Adrianna N. Lucas 19th ESC Public Affairs Sex Signals improvisation cast, Ben Murrie and Amber Kelley, opened the Sexual Assault Prevention training with laughs from the crowd June 5, at the Camp Henry Theatre. The cast opened the show acting out stereotypical roles, to an extreme, between males and females dating. Amber played the role of the girl next door, the tease and the good girl, while Ben played the guy’sguy, the macho guy and the obnoxious drunk that can’t take a hint. The crowd was equipped with stop cards that the Soldiers could use at any point of the show when sex signals were being mixed, or the Soldiers thought they should intervene. During the show Ben acted out a scene with Amber at a party, where he is heavily intoxicated and makes advances toward Amber. Amber the shy, timid, good girl and Ben was making sexually suggestive comments and sitting a little too close, and the advances were clearly unwanted. The crowd chimed in and raised their stop cards. “The humor is used to break down

SOTO-PEREZ bad thing. For me I take it the other way, with a sense of pride somewhat. I can hope that my influence and guidance somewhat helped that soldier be where they are today as well as they have the determination to do their best. I know of at least three of my ex-Soldiers that are Staff Sgts. right

the natural barriers people would put up when dealing with a sensitive issue and it gets people more open to relating to a situation that we can laugh at,” said Amber. “But then these little stereotypes that we play to the extreme can lead to a realistic situation.” “We asked the crowd if this situation seemed realistic and everyone said yes. I think people follow it but it still is something that people don’t know how to talk about. We are trying to give them the vocabulary to have this conversation,” said Amber. “The purpose of the train was to educate Soldiers on sexual assault prevention,” said Dana A. Owens, 8th Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Director. “I think it gave them a better perspective to put prevention into their everyday lives without becoming embarrassed or angry.,” said Owens. “After each show we always ask the Soldiers did you enjoy the training or would you like to go back to power-point and the overwhelming response for the improv training speaks for its self.” At the end of the performance, the crowd gave a loud “Hooah” and a round of applause for the new approach to teaching Soldiers about Sexual Assault Prevention.

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YC-2 YA-2 YB-1 GS-7/9 NH-2

19TH ESC AFSB-FE CHRA 19th ESC, PAO CCK

Jun 19 Jun 26 Jun 26 Jun 26 Jun 26

GS-9 YA-2 YC-2 GS-11 YC-2 GS-5

ACS AFSBN-NEA MSC-K MSC-K AFSBN-NEA 498th CSSB

Jun 18 Jun 22 Jun 23 Jun 23 Jun 23 Jun 26

NF-1 NF-4 NF-3

DFMWR, Golf Club DFMWR, CYSD DFMWR, CYSS

Jun 19 Jun 30 Jul 10

NF-4

DFMWR, Bowling Ctr

Jun 26

APF KN & 3RD COUNTRY FAMILY MEMBERS POSITIONS SN-09-0180T Recreation Aid, KGS-0189-3 (Not to exceed 30 Sep 2009)

KGDS-3 DFMWR, CRD, Pool Until Filled (5 Positions) 1st Cut Off 22 May

CONTRACT MB-CB-09-37

KGS-5/6 Banking Center

Teller, Full-time





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