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Yongsan drivers rev up

First-place winner Brandon Timm (right center) meets with some new admirers of his ‘Best Overall’ winning 2002 Mazda Protege 5 at the 2009 Yongsan Auto and Cycle Show
Aug. 1 at the garrison commissary parking lot. See additional photos from this event on page 16 and flickr.com/usag-yongsan. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Choi Keun-woo

By Sgt. Choi Keun-woo
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON – Some of
the hottest brands in the automotive and
motorcycle industry could be found at the 5th
Annual Auto and Cycle Show at the Yongsan
Commissary parking lot Aug. 1.
Porsche, Corvette, BMW, Mercedes-Benz,
Mazda, Harley Davidson, Moon Choppers and
many more sport marvels were on display as
community members gawked, chatted up owners,
and had their photos taken with the machines.
“The turnout this year for the 2009
Yongsan Auto and Cycle show is nothing
short of spectacular,” Chief of Community
Recreation Division Eric Yim said. “At
least 500 people must have showed up.
What a day it was!”
Indeed, despite the hot weather, hundreds
swarmed the parking lot amazed to see so many
luxurious cars gathered in one place. Ji Yeon-
su, a racing model, was surprised.
“Honestly, when I first heard that there
would be a motor show in Yongsan Garrison I
was skeptical,” Ji said, who has been modeling
for seven years. “But to my surprise the
quality of cars displayed here is very high.
In fact, just in terms of how much the cars
are worth, I don’t think they are any less
expensive than the ones you would see in
motor shows outside.”
Cars and motorcycles were not the only
source of entertainment, however. The World
Aid Band performed a mixture of rock and pop
music all throughout the event. In between
their songs, Hooters girls took the stage and
gave dance performances. Hooters and several
local car shops sponsored the event and had
set up their own displays.
“Our Family and Morale, Welfare
and Recreation programs are top-notch,”
USAG-Yongsan Commander Col. Dave
Hall said in a nod to FMWRs hard work
coordinating the event.
Despite some summer rainfall, the
awards ceremony went on with Hall
handing out awards plaques, gift certificates,
and even bicycles.
Best overall car award went to Sgt. Brandon
Timm whose 2002 Mazda Protege 5 also took
the best sound system award.
“The turnout today was great,” Timm said,
who has been in several auto shows in the U.S.
“There were a lot more nicer cars than I had
thought there would be. I’m looking forward
to coming back next year.”
Car category
Best overall: Brandon Timm, 2002 Mazda Protege 5
Best wheel and tire: Jamie Wahl, Dodge Ram
Best engine compartment: Billy Epperson, Chevy Corvette
Motorcycles category
Under 1200CC
1st Place: Chong Song-han, 2008 Honda Korea
2nd Place: Constantine Panayiotou, 2001 Harley Davidson
1200 XLC
Over 1200CC
1st Place: Scott Hartigan, 2002 Harley Davidson Fatboy
2nd Place: Rodney Lamberson, 2000 Harley Davidson Fatboy
Sports bikes
1st Place: Aundrey Clark, 2008 Honda CBR RR
2nd Place: Elizabeth Aabon, 2007 Yamaha
YZF-600 B6

GARRISONS OVERVIEW FEATURE

Region News
USAG-Red Cloud
P02
P05
Sights and Sounds
Movie Schedule
P02
P14 Page 16
USAG-Casey
USAG-Yongsan
P05
P09
Religious Support
Auto & Cycle Show
P15
P16
Yongsan Auto and
USAG-Humphreys
USAG-Daegu
P21
P25
Pet Ownership Tips
Korean Page
P18
P30
Cycle Show
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Retiree Corner:
Space Available Military Health Care
By Jack Terwiel
Military Retiree Assistance Office
Retirees and their family members may feel a residual
entitlement to use Military health care facilities without
regard to their status as retirees. The undeniable reality
is that their access is contingent upon the availability of
appointments after all active duty members and their
command-sponsored dependents are served. There is
no guarantee that retirees and their families will get an
appointment on a desired date and/or at a desired time.
If you get an appointment, show up. When you don’t
show up, that’s an appointment that’s wasted and you may
have denied space available medical care to someone else
who would have used the appointment if it were available.
If you know that you can’t make an appointment, call as
early as possible so that it can be given to someone else.
Continued abuse of the space available appointment
system could result in limitations applied to the retiree
community as a group.
The military medical community in Korea is working
very hard to provide medical care to our community
and squeezing us in wherever they can. Complaining to
the medical staff won’t make it any better or easier for
anyone.
Some retirees seem to have much greater access to
military health care than other retirees. Why is that?
Probably because they are persistent in trying to get
an appointment; they show up on time so the pre-
appointment health checks can be completed before the
appointment time; and they’re courteous rather than
demanding.
A courteous approach will also work wonders at the
Dental Clinic, the Pharmacy and at the TRICARE office.
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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: Simple Assault; Subject #1 and

Subject #2 were involved in a verbal
altercation which turned physical,
when Subject #1 grabbed Subject #2
by the neck and slammed Subject #2
against the connex in the motor pool.
Subject #1 and Subject #2 were
apprehended by MP’s and transported
to the USAG-Casey PMO where
Subject #2 rendered a written sworn
statement attesting to the incident.
Subject #1 rendered a written sworn
statement admitting to the offense.
Subject #1 and Subject #2 were
processed and released to their unit.
Investigation continues by MPI.

Area II: Shoplifting; Subject #1 was

observed by security, via closed circuit
TV, removing a face powder from
the display shelf and concealing it in
Subject #1’s purse. Subject #1 then
attempted to exit the Main PX without
rendering proper payment. Subject #1
was detained and transported to the
USAG-Yongsan PMO where Subject #1
rendered a written statement denying to
the offenses. Subject #1 was processed
and released to Subject #1’s sponsor.
The merchandise was retained and
returned to AAFES. Estimated cost of
loss is $8.95. This is a final report.

Area IV: Assault; Investigation revealed

that Subject # 1 with an unknown person
and Victims # 1, #2 , #3 were involved
in a physical altercation adjacent to
Mir Dental Hospital, Samdeok-Dong.
Victim #1 sustained injuries consisting
of bruises to the chin. The unknown The Seoul Olympic Park is comprised of the Mongchon Fortress, six stadiums for the 1988 Olympic games, the Park for the Displaying Arts
person fled the scene and Subject #1 was in Commemoration of the Olympic Games, and the Olympic Sculpture Park. — U.S. Army photo by Edward N. Johnson
apprehended by Korean National Police

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities

and transported to Jungbu Police Station.
At 0945 Hours, 2 AUG 09. Subject #1
was released into MP custody proper
forms and transported to the Camp
Walker PMO, where Subject #1 was
administered a Portable Breathalyzer
Test, with a result of 0.128% BAC. Subject
#1 was processed and released to his unit
with instructions to return to the USAG-
Daegu (Walker) PMO at a later time and
date, investigation continues.
Area IV: Shoplifting; Subject #1 was
observed by loss prevention of the PX
via closed circuit TV switching tags on
pants, pajamas and a sweater at the
P.X. Subject #1 was apprehended by
MP’s and transported to the USAG-
Daegu PMO where Subject #1 was
advised of their legal rights, which
Subject # 1 waived rendering a written
sworn statement admitting to the
offense. Subject # 1 was processed
and released to assigned unit. This is
a final report.
Area V: Shoplifting; Subject #1 was
observed via CCTV, concealing a nail
hardener in her purse and exiting the
PX without rendering proper payment.
Security Forces was contacted and
Subject #1. Was escorted to the security
office where she rendered a written
statement denying the offense. She
then was issued and AAFES Barment
Letter and was processed and released
to her sponsor. ECOL is unknown.
Area V: Damage to Government
Property; Unknown person(s), by
means unknown, damaged the
kitchen of 3 rooms in BLDG # 1372.
Damage to the kitchen is unknown.
A search of the area for subject(s)
and/or witness (es) met with negative
results. ECOD is unknown.
Damyang: A Garden without bamboo is like a
day without sunshine
Jeonju has bibimbap, Boryeong has its mud
festival, and Damyang-gun in Jeollanam-do has
bamboo. Bamboo may be universally associated
with sword wielding ninjas, crouching tigers and
hidden dragons, but Damyang, the northernmost
point on the Korean Peninsula where bamboo
grows in abundance, has cornered the market as
far as Korea goes. There are plenty of attractions
in Damyang, but the bamboo is inescapable and
seems to pervade every aspect of life here.
Not to be confused with the similar sounding
Danyang in Chungcheongbuk-do, Damyang is a
beautifully green county, teeming with nature and
history. A short hop from Gwangju, it is a place where
the specters of scholars live on in the pavilions and
gardens that bear their names.
Visit http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/
Biodiversity of Suncheonman Bay
Suncheon is the ecological capital of Korea. It
represents Korea on the United Nations Environment
Programme (UNEP) and shares information on
environmental conservation with the international
community. Suncheonman Bay’s vast tidal flats
and reed fields offer not only a beautiful landscape,
but also incredible biodiversity. Other than the bay,
Suncheon has many tourist attractions, including
Seonamsa Temple, which is over 1000 years
old, and Naganeupseong Folk Village, which has
thatched roofs and dates back to the Joseon
dynasty, but is still inhabited. Songgwangsa Temple,
one of the Korea’s three major temples, is also
Source: english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu, www.korea.net, www.seoulselection.com, http://english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul.net — No endorsement implied.
located in Suncheon, as well as Suncheon Drama Film
Set, where many popular TV dramas and films have been
shot. Visit the Suncheon area to experience untouched
beauty and get a taste of Korea’s history.
Visit http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/
A Leafy Retreat!
Spending your summer vacation in a forest is a great plan.
Korea’s forests are well known for their beautiful valleys
and cool mountain streams. Visitors can cool off from the
heat by dipping their feet in the refreshing stream, and by
taking a refreshing walk through the forest. Also, it has
been scientifically proven that Phytoncide, the organic
compound derived from plants is good for relieving stress
and for restoring energy. Many of the forests have been
designated as Natural Recreation areas and so often
contain sports facilities and charming log cabins, where
visitors can stay the night right in the middle of the forest.
If you want to get away from scorching summer heat, then
VisitKorea recommends you pay a visit to a refreshing
natural recreation forest. Visit english.visitkorea.or.kr
Pohang International Fireworks Festival
The Pohang Fire Light Festival held in Pohang’s
Northern Beach is a summer festival which the theme
this year is based on fire and light. Pohang is not only
a sightseeing city where Homigot Beach is located,
famous for its beautiful sunrise, but also an industrial
city where Posco, the world famous steel-manufacturing
company, is located. As the largest festival in Pohang
which about three hundred thousand spectators visited
in 2005, five large-sized barges will be set afloat on the
sea 300~400 meters far from Pohang’s Northern Beach
to light up Yeongil Bay by splendid fireworks from the
barges. A multimedia show and a music concert are
also planned.
Visit http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/index.kto
‘Beautiful Kimchi’ Exhibition now at COEX Kimchi
Museum
A special exhibition on Kimchi runs until 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/
‘Ballerina who Loves a B-Boy’
This show made its debut in November 2008 and is
also aiming for international success. While the first
production introduced audiences to the excitement
and amazing feats of break-dancing, the sequel goes
further by combining break-dancing with a compelling
storyline. The performance will not merely showcase
the dance skills of the performers, but will show
the emotions of the characters through dance and
music. Rather than just focusing on break-dancing,
the second production contains many different kinds
of modern dance and features high-energy group
dance routines.
Visit http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/index.kto
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What if you are a victim of ID theft

By 1st Signal Brigade IA Cell

YONGSAN GARRISON – If you

are a victim of identity theft, report it
immediately
Here are some things you should do.
1. Contact the three major credit bureaus
and have them place a fraud alert on your
credit report.
2. If a credit card was involved, contact
the credit card company and close the
account.
3. Contact your local law enforcement
agency and file a report.
4. File a complaint with the Federal Trade
Commission.
5. Document all conversations so you
know whom you spoke to and when.

Identity theft is a crime

Resources from the Government
http://www.idtheft.gov/

Paternity, dependent support obligations

By Capt. May Saetang
Legal Assistance Attorney

YONGSAN GARRISON – Army Regulation (AR) 608-99 sets forth the Department
of the Army’s policies, responsibilities, and procedures on a variety of personal obligations,
including responses by Soldiers and their commanders to paternity inquiries. Under AR 608-99,
company or battalion commanders, as appropriate, must fully investigate every inquiry alleging
paternity on the part of a Soldier and provide complete, accurate and timely information to
the individual making the inquiry.
When a commander receives an inquiry regarding alleged paternity of a child by a Soldier
under his/her command, AR 608-99 requires that an investigation be conducted into the
allegation. Prior to counseling Soldiers regarding paternity inquiries, commanders should refer
to the counseling provisions of AR 608-99, which includes guidance on informing Soldiers of
their rights under Article 31 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). A commander
must inform a Soldier who is the subject of a paternity inquiry of his legal and moral obligations,
if any, and refer him to an attorney for legal assistance if he has questions about his legal rights.
A commander must urge the Soldier to provide financial support to the child if, after legal
consultation, the Soldier admits paternity. However, if there is no court order or judicial
equivalent of a court order establishing paternity, a Soldier has no legal obligation under AR
608-99 to provide financial support for a child born out of wedlock. Even if a Soldier admits
paternity and agrees to provide financial support, the Soldier may terminate financial support
at any time for any reason in the absence of a court order.
If a Soldier admits paternity over a child, or if there is a court order establishing paternity but
it does not direct financial support, AR 608-99 directs the Soldier to provide financial support
as outlined by the regulation. A paternity order and financial support obligation from a foreign
court (for example, a civilian court in the Republic of Korea) must be complied with if the
court had proper jurisdiction over both the Soldier and the issue of paternity. If the financial
support provisions of a foreign court order are unenforceable, AR 608-99 directs Soldier to
provide a certain level of financial support as calculated by the regulation.
Under limited circumstances, a Special Court-Martial Convening Authority (SPCMCA)
may release a Soldier under his/her command from financial support obligations resulting
from paternity under AR 608-99. This authority may only be exercised only when there is no
enforceable court order or a written financial support agreement. Relief that may be granted
may include a release from the total support requirement, a reduction in the amount of the
monthly support requirement, and/or a credit towards the regulatory support requirement.
In order to grant relief, a SPCMCA must be satisfied by a preponderance of the evidence that
the Soldier requesting relief should be released from the support requirement as a matter of
fundamental fairness. These cases will depend on the unique facts for each individual case
Commanders have a variety of administrative and military justice tools available to them
to ensure that Soldiers fulfill their legal obligations to their family members. For example, a
Soldier who fails to satisfy a financial support obligation that arises from paternity may be subject
to adverse administrative action, non-judicial punishment under Article 15 of the UCMJ, or
criminal prosecution under Article 92 and other applicable articles of the UCMJ.
Soldiers who are facing paternity inquiries should consult with a legal assistance
attorney to obtain specific information regarding their rights and obligations under AR
608-99. Commanders of Soldiers facing paternity inquiries should obtain legal advice on
their responsibilities under AR 608-99 from a Department of the Army attorney (either
a judge advocate or civilian attorney) who is not providing legal assistance to the Soldier
in question.
Authors Note: This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute
officially-endorsed legal advice.
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Soldiers train for combat

life saving on Casey
By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
CASEY GARRISON — The 210th
Fires Brigade spent time at the range
on USAG-Casey July 31 learning and
practicing combat life saving skills. This
hands-on training was met with simulated
live fire action complete with yellow
smoke and the usual hustle of live combat,
and real-time coaching from combat life
saving experts barking orders and prodding
Soldiers to do the right things in order and
move quickly with their battle buddies
acting as wounded Soldiers.
“The point of this exercise in combat life
saving is to give the Soldiers a chance to get
hands-on experience in simulated combat
to prepare them for real life scenarios,”
said Spc. Patrick Holms, chief combat life
saving instructor. “I personally organized
this training today.”
Capt. Darwin Maull made sure the
training included realism with simulated
live fire and smoke.
“My battery provides the resources as
the ammunition and pyrotechnics used
to make this training as close to actual
combat as possible,” Maull said. “Most of
the medics belong to me.”
When patients are fully treated as far
as they can be in a combat area, they are
taken to an evacuation site to be moved to a
combat hospital in the area, Holms said.
The training did not just happen on
the range; there were four days of day-long
classroom activities including learning
how to stick someone with a needle for an
intravenous infusion.
“More than 40 hours of classroom and
10 to 15 hours of hands-on training is
spent for the entire course, Holms said. Spc. Joseph Okpe (left, kneeling), 1-38 Field Artillery, dresses simulated wounds on a Soldier while
“We have spent more than 10 hours per Pvt. Jocelyn Cupido (center), 210 Fires Brigade helps as Pvt.Jocelyn Cupido (right), 210 Fires
day for this course.” Brigade serve as 68W Combat Medics evaluating the Combat Life Saving course exercise held
The battlefield simulation was made as on the range at USAG-Casey July 31. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham
real as possible to train Soldiers for combat
situations, which may arise when deployed qualify with their instructor’s approval for first ones on site to help wounded Soldiers
to combat zones, Holms went on to say. the hands-on training.” in an actual battle.”
“We will not certify just anyone,” Holms After passing the Combat Life “This training will not just help
said. “This program of training took two Saving course, Soldiers are ready to help people in the battlefield,” Maull said.
months of planning and preparation.” wounded Soldiers in actual combat, “Anyone who has taken this training can
After completing the training Soldiers must Holms explained. use these techniques to help someone
pass their examinations to receive certification. “Combat Life Savers are the bridge who may be injured in a vehicle
“There are three critical things students between self-aid on the battlefield and the accident. These Soldiers will be able to
must successfully achieve,” Holms said. “The combat medic,” said Maj. Luciel Pryor- apply life saving skills until emergency
IV stick, pass a 40 question written test, and Cordes, 210 Fires Brigade. “They will be the services can arrive.”

Hovey DFAC selected for Connelly Award

(from left to right) Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Winzeried, 8th Army Command Sgt. Major and Lt. Gen. Joseph Fil, 8th Army commanding general, present Sgt. 1st Class Noel Black, dining
facility manager, Warrant Officer Wondra Williams, food service advisor, Son In Jul, food program manager and Pfc. Jason Sansom with Delta Company, 302nd Brigade Support Battalion, 1st
Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division Sports Cafe, Camp Hovey with the 42nd peninsula wide Phillip A. Connelly Award. The Sports Cafe, which won in the Large Garrison Award Category, stood out
because of their continuance to improve the professionalism of food service personnel, which in turn gives the best quality food service to supported Soldier diners, one of the many objectives
the Sports Cafe met governed by Army Regulation 30-22. “It is great to be reconized amongst the other great DFACS on the peninsula because this really shows all the hard work that we put
into it everyday,” said Pfc. Joseph Kennedy, a food and healt care specialist at the Sports Cafe. “We really try to create an atmosphere at the Sports Cafe where Soldiers can get away from
their busy day, relax, and enjoy what we have to offer.” — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Jamal Walker
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News & Notes

Water Outage
on Camp Red Cloud
USAG-Red Cloud Directorate of
Public Works will turn off the wa-
ter to all USAG-Red Cloud facili-
ties and barracks from 10 p.m. to
5 a.m. Aug. 7 through 9. For more
information call: 732-6002.

Workforce Town Hall Meeting

The next workforce town hall meet-
ing will be held Sept.11. For infor-
mation call: 732-6151.

Taxi Price Increase

The cities of Uijeongbu and Dong-
ducheon have increased the taxi
prices to 2300 won. For more infor-
mation call: 732-6307.

USAG-Red Cloud back gate

The back gate to USAG-Red Cloud
is open to outbound traffic only from
4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Monday through
Friday. For more information call:
732-7843.
Command Sgt. Maj. Yolanda Lomax (foreground left) takes the 70th BSB guidon from Lt. Col. Miguel Martinez (foreground right), commander of the
Operation Rising Star Auditions 70th BSB, accepting the responsibilities of Command Sgt. Maj. of the 70th BSB during a change of responsibility ceremony July 28 on Carey Field
For Operation Rising Star 2009, in USAG-Casey. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham

70th Brigade Support Battalion welcomes new CSM

Area 1 will have two qualification
rounds: The first round will be held
in the USAG-Casey Gateway Club
Aug. 30 at 7 p.m., the second round
will be held in the Hanson Field
House parking lot on USAG-Casey
Sept. 7 at 6 p.m. Simi-finals will be
held in the USAG-Casey Gateway
Club Sept. 19 at 7 p.m. and the Fi-
nals in USAG-Casey Gateway Park
Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. For more infor-
mation call: 732-6274.
Casey American Red Cross
CPR and First Aid Course
The American Red Cross on USAG-
Casey will hold an Adult/Child/
Infant CPR and First Aid Course
tomorrow from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30
p.m. in the ACS classroom building
2317 on USAG-Casey. Cost of the
course is $40. For information call:
730-3184/732-6160/
Applications for Funded
Legal Education Program
The Office of The Judge Advocate
General is now accepting applica-
tions for the Army’s Funded Legal
Education Program. For informa-
tion call: 732-8339.
Community Bank Closure
All Community Banking Centers
will be closed Aug. 15 for Korean
Liberation Day. For more informa-
tion call: 721-7792.
Women’s Equality Day
The Women’s Equality Day obser-
vance will be held Aug. 26 in the
CG’s Mess at 11:30 a.m. Guest
Speaker will be Command Sgt.
Maj. (R) Diane Foster. For informa-
tion call: 732-6856.
7 K Mountain Bike Challenge
The first Warrior Country Invitation-
al 7k Mountain Bike Challenge will
be held tomorrow at Carey Fitness
Center on USAG-Casey. For infor-
mation call: 732-6276/6927.
For more news and notes and in-
formation from around Area I log on
to: http://ima.korea.army.mil/area1
By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
CASEY GARRISON — The 70th
Brigade Support Battalion welcomed a new
Command Sergeant Major July 28 during
a Change of Responsibility ceremony held
on Carey Field. 1st Sgt. Kevin Beldner,
acting 70th BSB Command Sgt. Maj.,
passed the 70th BSB guidon to Lt. Col.
Miguel Martinez, commander, 70th BSB.
Command Sgt. Maj. Yolanda Lomax took
the guidon from Martinez, signaling she will
take responsibilities as Command Sergeant
Major of the battalion.
“In the last 45 days, 1st Sgt. Kevin Beldner
has served exceptionally well as Battalion
Command Sergeant Major,” Martinez said
in his address to spectators and Soldiers of
the 70th BSB. “He provided the essential
element of continuity at the command
group level, and facilitated a smooth
integration of a new battalion commander,
a new company 1st Sergeant, and now a new
Command Sergeant Major.”
Warriors stand down for New Horizons Day
By Cpl. Kim, Tae Hoon
USAG-RC Public Affairs
RED CLOUD GARRISON — Soldiers from the
U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud and USAG-Casey
gathered for a series of lectures and presentations
during the 15th semiannual New Horizons Day
July 23 in the Red Cloud Theater. Various subjects
like the roles of the United States Forces stationed
in Korea, summer safety, equal opportunity,
prostitution and human trafficking awareness, and
Army values were covered in the training.
The purpose of the New Horizons Day,
which originated in 2002 as a safety stand-down
training event, is to increase Soldier’s knowledge
about cultural differences and Army policies and
regulations. It is mandatory for all Solders assigned
to Area I. The instructors include civilian employees
and directors as well as noncommissioned officers
and officers in and out of the unit.
At the beginning of the training, Solders watched
Martinez went on to say Beldner had
shown superior leadership ability during
the cycle of leadership change of the 70th
BSB.
“The Secretary of the Army established
2009 as the year of the noncommissioned
officer,” Martinez said. “This is to recognize
the noncommissioned officers commitment
to serve and willingness to make great
sacrifices on behalf of our nation. I want
to express my deepest gratitude and
admiration for our Noncommissioned
Officers Corps and its service to our
Soldiers. With this said, I now welcome my
new Warrior buddy Command Sgt. Maj.
Yolanda Lomax. Lomax stands for ‘low
density; maximum capacity.’”
Martinez commended Lomax as a
noncommissioned officer of the highest
caliber, and one who has served with
distinction in many leadership positions
throughout her career.
“Lomax lives the Army values and no
one is more professional,” Martinez said.
“Competence is her watchword.”
a series of video clips about the important roles of the
U.S. Army in Korea and the historical background of
the U.S./Republic of Korea alliance. Lt. Gen. Joseph
Fil, 8th U.S. Army commanding general gave the
opening remarks in a video clip and emphasized the
importance of the alliance.
“The theme for today’s New Horizon’s day
is ‘Woo Ri Nun Hana’ or ‘We are one’. It’s
important to remember that U.S. and R.O.K.
Soldiers have served together in Korea and other
parts of the world shoulder and shoulder for more
than 60 years,” Fil said. “I am directing you to
take responsibility and full accountability for your
actions and attitudes at all times.”
After the video clips, Capt. Benjamin Hogan, 2nd
Infantry Division administrative law attorney, gave a
briefing on military claims and legal assistance. He also
talked about ethics and foreign criminal jurisdiction.
Yi, Yon Hwa, USAG-Casey safety specialist,
lectured about summer safety. She said safety is not a
slogan, but condition individuals should be aware of,
Mar tine z explained Lomax was
joining the 70th BSB from USAG-Baden
Wuerttemberg, Heidelberg, Germany.
Previous to serving in Germany, she served
as Area I Command Sgt. Maj. from June
2003 to May 2006.
“It feels great to be back in the land
of the morning calm,” Lomax said in her
address. “I stand here today with boots
on the ground, committed, poised and
ready to take on the responsibility as the
Command Sergeant Major of the 70th BSB.
I am truly humbled as I become a member
of the Blacksmiths, Fires Brigade, and 2nd
Infantry Division team.
I take great pride in standing
shoulder to shoulder with a battalion
of noncommissioned officers and to
live the creed of the noncommissioned
officers who are consummate standard
bearers that carry the torch for discipline,
courage and teamwork.
I take pride in knowing that the Warriors
of this battalion are the enduring centerpiece
of this august division.”
explaining specific ways to prevent summer hazards.
“Accident prevention is everybody’s job,” she
said.
The next topic was about Korean Augmentee to
the United States of Army history and program whose
instructor was Cpl. Song, Eu-Jong.
“KATUSAs are unique because they only exist
in Korea. You will never see Japanese or German
Augmentee to the United States Army. It signifies the
special relationship between the Republic of Korea and
the United States,” Song said. “KATUSAs exist for the
interests of both countries.”
Master Sgt. Samuel Ramos, USAG-RC Human
Resources noncommissioned officer, gave a short brief
about the Equal Opportunity Program, which was
followed by some briefings about prostitution and
human trafficking in regard to Army values.
To conclude New Horizons day, Cpt. Han,
Yun-Song, HHC commander, gave closing
remarks encouraging Soldiers to keep what they
learned in mind. “Remember what we learned
today. Live up to Army Values. If you do, there
will be no trouble,” he said.
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Jung Do Huh, a high school Summer hire works for the Alcohol and Substance Abuse program Sarah Jo Turritin, a college summer hire wirking for the Civilian Personnel Advisory Center USAG-
on USAG-Casey. He performs basic office duties and handles unclassified information. — U.S. Red Cloud, works at the sign-in desk making sure people sign in. She also provides information
Army photo by Isaiah Stuckey as needed. — U.S. Army photo by Isaiah Stuckey

Warrior dependents work in Area I Summer Hire program

By Isaiah Stuckey
USAG-RC Public Affairs
RED CLOUD GARRISON — College
and high school students from within Area I
took advantage of the Summer Hire program
to gain experience and earn money for their
educations and other needs. Area I had 20
slots set aside for the program and filled all
available jobs for a college session from May
11 to Sept. 25 and two high school sessions
from June 22 to July 17 and July 20 to Aug.
14, said Lawrence Keys, Civilian Personnel
Advisory Center, deputy director.
The students work as general helpers
on military bases during the summer. This
allows students to lend a hand in the day to
day tasks of the normal work day in Area I
organizations while accumulating pay and
work experience.
After being selected, Summer Hire
employees are assigned to work as general
helpers. They can be assigned to office
work including filing, faxing, and making
telephone calls and other office tasks. They
can also be assigned to help with physical
labor jobs and more, depending on their
area of assignment.
“I do a little bit of everything,” said Kolyn
Hill, a high school Summer Hire. “I work
mainly for the Department of Logistics,
USAG-Red Cloud and USAG-Casey. It’s
a good work experience, preparing me for
future jobs and looks good on my resume.
One of the best things about working here
is it gives us experiences working for the
military; the directorates welcome the extra
help and they provide excellent working
environments, which also gives us a chance
to add to our college funds.”
Jung, Do Huh, a high school Summer
Hire working for the Alcohol and Substance
Abuse Program, says the rules on his job are
perfect and the people are great.
“The reason I applied was for the work
experience,” Jung said. “I also needed the
money for college.”
Summer Hires not only have a set of
rules to follow at work, they also have a
dress code, and they are expected to be at
work on time.
They usually work 40 hours per week on
an hourly wage schedule, and must have a
supervisor. Students also accumulate sick
leave but no annual leave.
The high school session is split into two
separate terms and the college session is a
full summer.
They can be assigned to many different
organizations including: Family Morale and
Welfare and Recreation, Equal Employment
Opportunity Office, Directorate of Public
Works and others. However, for no matter
what organization they work, all students
are paid the same wage.
The advantages of the work
environment are many. Students can
learn much from their experience in
the program, and they can include this
experience in their resumes.
How their fellow workers and superiors
interact with each other is another key aspect
of the Summer Hire program that many
participants can put to use in the future.
“I didn’t know what to expect or how the
office would accept me,” said Sarah Turritin,
a college Summer Hire working for CPAC.
“I found I do like working here; the people
are great and they are hard workers.”
Overall the program provides jobs these
students ordinarily wouldn’t have, and it
gives them an advanced work experience
which will come in handy when they apply
for future jobs, Keys said.

Army Community Services celebrates 44th birthday on Red Cloud

By Cpl. Kim Tae-hoon
USAG-RC Public Affairs
RED CLOUD GARRISON — Army
Community Service cut a birthday cake
during open house events, which took place
at the ACS centers in Red Cloud Garrison,
Casey Garrison and Camp Stanley in
celebration of their 44th anniversary July
28, 29 and 30. ACS employees handed
out pieces of cake, pens, T-shirts, and
badges while introducing their services to
the visitors.
“Army Community Service has been
here for 44 years to provide various services,”
said Jimmy Smith, ACS emergency relief
specialist. “And that is valuable services for
Soldiers and family members in need.”
“The beginning of ACS goes back to
1965 when the United States was at the
height of the Vietnam War,” Smith said.
“Although there had been different kinds of
voluntary support for the Army community,
they often disappeared or stagnated when
their originators transferred or left the
service.” For this reason, July 25, 1965,
ACS was officially started to fill the need
for services once provided by irregular
volunteers.
“ACS provides relocation and Army
Family Team Building, which teaches
military spouses to understand the functions
of the Army and the Soldier’s role,” Smith
explained. “We also offer the Family
Advocacy program which deals with different
family issues like how to cope, how to nurse
kids or how to raise them.”
ACS has been facing a lot of changes
and issues as Area I became command
sponsored last year. Now that they have
more family members to take care of, Smith
said, ACS is looking to make more family
oriented programs. They are planning to
organize children’s day events on USAG-
Casey in September as a part of these new
programs.
“What makes us special is we are a family,
we are a family of Soldiers, and we work as
family members.” Smith said.
To conclude the open house event, Linda
Hough, ACS Family Advocacy program
specialist and acting director, gave closing
remarks.
“We clearly want to tell you we are
here to help.” she said. “We are here to Jimmy Smith (far left), emergency relief specialist, Elizabeth Samarripa (center right), outreach
provide information, support our Families, program coordinator, and Linda Hough (far right), ACS acting director, cut a birthday cake
noncommand and command sponsored. along with Sgt. Maj. Dionne Davis (center left) as a representative of Soldiers in Area I, to
I want to thank all of you for supporting celebrate the ACS 44th anniversay. ACS held an open house featuring events at the Red
us and the community. Without you we Cloud ACS center July 28, followed by the Casey ACS center July 29 and Stanley July 30.
couldn’t be where we are today.” — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Kim Tae-hoon
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Traffic tickets roll in for government drivers

By David McNally
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Korean law

enforcement cameras are clicking away at all
violators, including drivers of U.S. military
vehicles. Garrison officials are wading through
tickets to compare date and time of violations
with vehicle drivers.
“In the end, an individual will be held
responsible for violating Korean traffic law
while driving a U.S. Army vehicle,” said Ricky
Oxendine, U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan
Emergency Services director.
The USAG-Yongsan Directorate of
Emergency Services is working closely with
the Transportation Motor Pool to identify Korean law enforcement agencies are
drivers who are caught on camera speeding, forwarding traffic tickets to U.S. Army Garrison-
or parking illegally off post. Yongsan for government vehicle infractions.
“This makes the vehicle dispatch even more — U.S. Army photos by David McNally
critical,” Oxendine said. “We are going to go
by the date and time listed on the dispatch “Our drivers do not enjoy diplomatic action, or civilian administrative actions, if are the best deterrents for not getting
vice when the infraction occurred.” immunity,” Oxendine said. “A military they disobey local traffic laws. a traffic ticket, he said.
If the vehicle dispatch is mistaken, the traffic ticket will be issued once identity is “I would also like to point out that we “In the past, it was rare to see a
driver who signed for that time period will established. Points will be assessed and it have a new Driving in Korea guidebook traffic ticket mailed to the garrison,”
still receive the traffic ticket. Speeding notices is possible to forfeit driving privileges for available for download,” Oxendine said. “I Oxendine said. “These days, with all
received from the Korean National Police will repeat offenders.” highly recommend all USAG-Yongsan drivers the technological advances, the Korean
be forwarded to the Garrison Directorate Oxendine said all American and Korean print out the booklet and read it thoroughly.” National Police have enforcement
of Emergency Services, and then result in a drivers of official vehicles should be prepared Understanding local traffic laws, cameras all over the place. It’s hard to
DD Form 1408 Military Traffic Ticket being to answer to their commanding officer with obeying the speed limit at all times argue with a photo of you breaking
issued to the violator. possible Uniform Code of Military Justice and striving to be a defensive driver the law.”

Yongsan NCO wins worldwide motorcycle giveaway

By Dan Thompson
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

Y O N G S A N G A R R I S O N — O n e Yo n g s a n
noncommissioned officer with the 142nd Military Policy
Company was in “hog heaven” July 25 when he was
presented with a brand-new Harley Davidson courtesy
of Army and Air Force Exchange New Car Sales.
Sergeant First Class Laverne Starr formally
accepted the keys for his new 2009 Harley Davidson
883 Iron at the entrance of the Main Post Exchange
in a ceremony presided over by USAG-Yongsan
Commander Col. Dave Hall and AAFES New Car
Sales Area Three Sales Manager Richard Berger.
Starr’s entry form in the “It’s your time to ride”
promotion was selected from among 100,000
contestants worldwide.
According to Berger, Starr’s lucky entry form for
the $9,000 machine was submitted at the Dragon
Hill Lodge location.
With so many entries being submitted
worldwide, Starr did not expect to win. “When
I was initially informed about winning, I was
surprised,” he said. “It is nice that AAFES is giving
back to the community and service members with
such great prizes.”
Hall said the contest is a great example of AAFES
supporting the community. “We’re glad to see
Yongsan represented in this worldwide giveaway, and
Proud new Harley Davidson owner Sgt. 1st Class Laverne Starr sports his new 883 Iron motorcycle July 25 at a giveaway we’re always thankful for the service and financial
ceremony inside the Main Post Exchange. Starr was selected among 100,000 entries in the Army and Air Force Exchange contributions AAFES makes to supporting our
Service New Car Sales “It’s your time to ride” contest. — Courtesy photo quality of life every day.”
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News & Notes

No Left Turns Into Gate 1, Camp Kim
Pool keeps Yongsan cool
USAG-Yongsan officials caution all drivers: Left
turns into Camp Kim and Gate 1 are prohibited.
Korean traffic law forbids entering or crossing bus
lanes marked with blue lines and red pavement.
Several traffic accidents have occurred since
July, causing injuries and property damage.

Pregnancy and Postpartum PT

Pregnancy and Postpartum PT is being held
at Trent Gym Monday, Wednesday, and
Friday 6:30-7:30 a.m. All pregnant Soldiers
and Postpartum Soldiers (up to 180 days
post delivery) are encourage to attend. For
information, call 737-6090.

Free or Reduced School Lunch

Please apply for free or reduced lunch for
the coming school year at the Community
Services Building, Bldg. S4106, Rm. 113.
Applications must be submitted every new
school year. For information, call 738-4655.

Human Resources Supervisors Course

The next class is Aug. 10-14 in the Area
II CPAC classroom, Rm. 101, Bldg.
4314. This course is mandatory for all
DA civilian and military supervisors who
supervise at least 3 appropriated fund Yongsan children keep cool on a hot, sunny day at Pool No. 2 on South Post July 29. With temperatures reaching up to 85 degrees this
DAC employees. The course is 40 hours
week, the free pool was a popular place to keep cool. Pool No. 2 is open daily noon-8 p.m. The Hannam Village Swimming Pool is also
long and is intended to help the supervisor
in performing his/her HR management open daily, but the hours of operation are 10 a.m.-8 p.m. — U.S. Army photo by Debbie Hong
duties. For information, call 738-4331.

August Special Event

The Arts and Crafts Center has picture
frame ornament making 2-3 p.m. Aug. 10.
Also you can enjoy coil pot making 2-3
p.m. Aug. 17. Pre-registration is required.
For information, call 738-4750.
ACS Volunteer Orientation
Welcome new ACS Volunteers! Come
spend an hour noon-1 p.m. Aug. 18 in the
ACS building classroom #1 to complete your
volunteer registration and learn more about our
organization. For information, call 738-7510.
Welcome Wednesday!
The USAG-Yongsan Child, Youth and School
Services is welcoming new students every
Wednesday through Aug. 19. This social event
meets at 10 a.m. at the Soul American High
School and includes a tour of all the facilities,
an orientation and lunch is provided. A sign-
in sheet and permission form is required. For
information, call 738-5556.
School bus pass
registration now open
By Sgt. Lee Min-hwi
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — With
the new school year approaching,
Department of Defense Dependents
Schools is reminding community
members that students needing the ride
the DODDS bus system must register for
a bus pass before school begins.
“ We p r ov i d e t r a n s p o r t a t i o n
ser vice to DODDS students in
Members of the traditional Korean chamber music ensemble Yegahui play for more than 100 USAG-Yongsan Yongsan community,” said DODDS
Soldiers July 22 at the Moyer Theater. The performance was part of the New Horizons Program to build Transportation Specialist Ken Bakameyer,
cultural awareness between Korean and American Soldiers. — U.S. Army photo by Yun Ho-Song “however, we require a school bus pass to
use it. We have a pretty good number of

Traditional music ensemble

Transportation 101
Learn to use the mass transportation system
in Seoul. Dress for the weather and bring
Korean won for lunch and transportation. Each
participant receives a free T-Money Card. The
next class is 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 19 Bldg. S4106,
Rm. 124. For information, call 738-7505.
Family Readiness Support
Assistant Training
Calling all new FRSAs! This two day training
8 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 11-12 is designed to meet
your job’s training requirements. Please call
by Aug. 7 to register or if you have questions.
For information, call 738-3510.
Senior Citizens Celebration
Yongsan celebrates the experience,
contributions and wisdom of our senior
community members 10 a.m. Aug. 26 at the
Yongsan Library. Enjoy 40s and 50s music,
snacks and learn how to record your life
history with the activity “Everybody has a
story.” For information, call 738-3510.
For a complete list of community
information news and notes, visit the
USAG-Yongsan official web site at
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil
enchants Yongsan Soldiers
By Sgt. Choi Keun-woo
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — Seven college
musicians filled the Moyer Theater with
traditional Korean music as Yongsan Soldiers
gazed in wonder at the young women playing
melodies emanating from various traditional
Korean instruments.
The musical performance held July 22 was
part of New Horizon’s program, which among
other objectives, intends to raise awareness of
Korean culture. Yegahui, a chamber music
ensemble from Ewha Women’s University, is a
frequent U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan guest.
Yegahui performed in front of an audience
of over 100 Soldiers from USAG-Yongsan
Headquarters and Headquarters Company.
The ensemble featured five different traditional
instruments, an electric piano and a vocalist.
“We’ve tried to compose traditional Korean
music to accompany a modern context,” said
Kim Hee-jin, who played the Gayageum, a
12-stringed Korean instrument. “We hope we
can perform more often in the future to help
Americans become more comfortable with
Korean music and culture.”
Yegahui has already performed four times
this year for the garrison.
“Whenever we come here to perform the
audience has always been very supportive and
active,” said percussion player Kim Ye-seul.” It’s
always a treat to come on base to perform.”
An Chang-sin, USAG-Yongsan community
relations officer, emphasized the importance of
constant cultural exchanges.
“Performances like this where U.S.
Soldiers get an opportunity to meet a part
of Korean culture is central to becoming
good neighbors,” An said. “We’ll continue
to provide these events to form a stronger
bond and alliance.”
people that have not yet come in, and we
invite them to stop by as soon as possible
to renew their passes.”
The DODDS School Bus
Transportation Office is aiming to
get more registrations in the coming
weeks by making the process easier.
They have arranged the following
special pass pick-up events:
n Community Center Hannam
Village (second floor of the
Commissary), Aug. 14, 1-4 p.m.
n Yongsan Main Exchange lobby,
Aug. 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
nArmy Community Service building,
room 121, Aug. 17-21, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
“We will be distributing bus passes
once we print those out in the second
week of August. They will be available
starting from Aug. 14,” Bakameyer said.
Parents cannot pick up passes unless
they have registered. To register a new
student for a bus pass or to renew a
pass, parents must visit the school bus
transportation office in the ACS Building.
For information, call 738-5032.
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General Sharp honors Good Neighbors

By Cpl. Hwang Joon-hyun
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — United States Forces Korea
recognized its top Good Neighbors at the 7th annual Good
Neighbor Awards ceremony held July 24 at Dragon Hill Lodge.
General Walter Sharp, USFK commander, presented
medals to 11 Koreans and five Americans. Additionally,
Gangnam-gu and People-to-People New Seoul Chapter
received Good Neighbor organization awards. The United
Nations Command Security Battalion-Joint Security Area
won the Good Neighbor unit award.
“The Good Neighbor Program has evolved into a
cornerstone of the Republic of Korea-U.S. Alliance,” Gen.
Sharp said. “The individuals and organizations that we
recognize today are living embodiments of personal sacrifices
made in the name of Korean-American relations and an
inspiration to alliances across the globe.”
The U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan nominated the People-
to-People New Seoul Chapter for the organizational award
because of their outstanding devotion to the Yongsan
military community.
Since 1994, PTP-International New Seoul Chapter
has been a generous civic group whose sole purpose is the
betterment of bilateral relations between the United States of
America and the Republic of Korea. After years of working
as an active member, Hwang Moo-young assumed the
presidency of the organization in 2005.
In his role as an upstanding civic leader, Hwang has made
exceptional contributions to promote and enhance the vital
Korean-American Alliance.
This year, as in the past, Mr. Hwang led PTP efforts to
financially support many Yongsan Good Neighbor events.
The group’s actions made a significant impact on the 17,000
Americans stationed here.
For example, each year, Mr. Hwang champions supported
of the Super Bowl festivities at the Yongsan Main Post Club.
Through generous giving, he and his organization provided
free food and beverages to community members at this
uniquely American sports celebration.
The New Seoul Chapter is also at the forefront of
coordinating donations to support the annual KATUSA-
U.S. Soldier Friendship Week. Last year, they presented
more than $40,000 to the community to help support
this event designed to bolster the friendship and working
relationship between Korean Augmentees to the U.S. Army
Soldiers and American Soldiers. Their unwavering support
of this watershed event alone is justification for this award;
however, the group did much more.
New Seoul Chapter continues to lead efforts to build
stronger relations between the American military community
and Korean neighbors in Seoul. For example, last year, the
organization donated generously to the American Fourth of
July celebration. This event, which is open to thousands of
Korean citizens, showcased the partnership and strong relations United States Forces Korea Commander Gen. Walter Sharp (left)
between the United States and the Republic of Korea. present Hwang Moo-young with a Good Neighbor Organizational
New Seoul Chapter is also behind the support of the Award for the People-to-People International New Seoul Chapter.
annual Yongsan Fall Festival; unit holiday parties; and — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Hwang Joon-hyun
even food for Korean National Police during garrison KNP
appreciation events. The PTP group, which Mr. Hwang leads, is made up of
“This is a great partnership,” said Garrison Commander about 80 Korean businessmen and women who desire to
Col. Dave Hall. “Mr. Hwang consistently goes above promote the United States and Republic of Korea alliance.
and beyond to further U.S.-ROK relations. He and his Under his steady hand, their goals are being met, and the
organization are the epitome of a ‘Good Neighbor.’” alliance remains strong.

Garrison, school ready new classrooms KATUSA NCO leads by example

By Cpl. Hwang Joon-hyun
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — All Korean
Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldiers
share a similar background as university
students and receive the same training, but U.S.
Army Garrison-Yongsan Headquarters and
Headquarters Company Sgt. Kang Byung-kook
is a KATUSA unlike any other.
Kang, a Northwestern University
undergraduate, serves with the Area II Republic
of Korea Army Support Group as an important
link between the ROK Army and the U.S. Army.
He translates for both ROKA and U.S. Army
officers and serves as an interpreter at various
U.S. Army command functions.
What makes him stand out amongst the
peninsula’s 3,500 KATUSAs is his Army
Garrison and school officials are planning to unveil a new classroom building experience. Kang has participated in Soldier
designed to make room for additional students as a result of increased board competitions up to the 8th U.S. Army
command sponsorship to Korea. “This is exactly what we need to absorb level, competed in the Bataan Memorial Death
the increase in population,” said U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan Commander March qualifier at Camp Casey, and the Manchu
Col. Dave Hall. “This supports the Army Family Covenent and the U.S. Mile.
Forces Korea commander’s initiative to increase quality of life through tour “Like every KATUSA or U.S. Soldier, I
normalization.” The 7,900-square-foot building is the second such facility started at the unit-level monthly board,” he said.
constructed on Yongsan Garrison in as many years. Last year, a similar “On that first monthly board, I still had my old
classroom opened in the former parking lot of the Falcon Gymnasium. This study habits. I procrastinated a lot, and I was very
year, officials used the Seoul American High School tennis court as the site disappointed when I found out I lost.”
for a new classroom building. Garrison officials project an additional 140 Kang said that was the tipping point in his
students for the 2009-2010 school year. The new building’s six classrooms military career which inspired him to change.
- each 900 square feet - will accommodate up to about 144 Department “Some KATUSAs may lose ambition about
of Defense Dependent Schools students. High school students will use the their military life with $80 monthly salary and
new classroom building. The contractor will be finished in mid-August. lack of valuable incentives, but I came to the
This project shows the garrison’s dedication to the Army Family Covenant Army to change something about myself. I
principles of improving quality of life programs for Army Families according decided to change that first,” he said. “I stopped
to the garrison commander. “Yongsan is a better community today because procrastinating. That’s what started it all.”
of this project,” Hall said. “We’re looking to do everything we can to make He went on to win the unit-level quarter and
Yongsan the best community in the Army.” — Courtesy photo year board, the Installation and Management
Command-Korea Region Best Warrior
Competition and
placed second in the
8th U.S. Army Best
Warrior Competition.
“ Winning the
IMCOM board was
proof that I could
Sgt. Kang Byung-kook be an outstanding
person,” Kang said. “I
came into the army with a lack of self esteem. I
didn’t know if just trying hard would be enough
to change myself and become a better person.
IMCOM board realized that. It boosted my
self-confidence to a whole new level. I did
those things that most KATUSAs wouldn’t do,
wouldn’t want to do.”
He said Sgt. John Cushman, another Yongsan
IMCOM-K Best Warrior, played an instrumental
role in his success.
“Sgt. Cushman helped me through the whole
thing. He was so eager to teach me how to do the
basic things that an Army Soldier should know
how to do,” he said. “I experienced leadership
firsthand at that time.”
Kang said he grew as a noncommissioned
officer as he underwent more difficulties.
“The Bataan Memorial Death March taught
me the importance of being motivated,” he said.
“I stayed motivated through the entire run, and
although I didn’t qualify for the New Mexico
event, when I look at photos of me coming in,
I’m laughing. If you are motivated, it will take
the pain away.”
He said it was the happiest moment in his
whole military career. Kang vows to pass his
wisdom on to the younger Soldiers.
“I want to be an NCO who reminds people
that they are not alone in the fight,” Kang said.
“I want to support, not just lead and order, but
support and motivate Soldiers.”
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On-post Speeding
A
s we get ready for the school year
to begin later this month, I want
to talk to you about a serious issue:
On-Post Speeding.
It is critical to the safety of our children
that all drivers obey the posted speed limits.
Our three schools are located along 8th
Army Drive, but the school zone also extends
around X Corps Boulevard.
Normally, the speed limit around these
areas is 40 kph, or about 25 mph. But, when
school is in session and the flashing yellow
lights are flashing, the speed limit changes to
25 kph, or about 15 mph.
We need your cooperation to ensure our
children are safe, and these speed limits are
obeyed. Recently, we have acquired three
radar trailers to help ascertain speeds at
various locations around the installation.
These have been effective in reminding
drivers about their current speed and the
posted speed limit.
By the end of the month, we will have 40
military police officers certified to conduct
radar operations at installations in U.S.
DODDS free, reduced price school lunch
program can offer savings for eligible families
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — Families
eligible for the Department of Defense
Dependent Schools free or reduced
school lunch program can apply now at
Yongsan’s Army Community Service.
Applications are available at the ACS
financial readiness office in Bldg. 4106,
and the program is available to active-
duty military and civilian employees
who have children up to eighth grade
in DODDS schools.
Eligibility is based on a family’s
size and income, said Allison Blake,
ACS financial readiness program
manager. Last year, Yongsan families
combined saved more than $24,000
under this program.
A family of four with a total family
annual income of $34,450 is eligible
for the free lunch program. That family
would save either $373.32 or $439.20 per
child, depending on the child’s grade.
The same family with an annual
income of $49,025 is eligible for the
reduced lunch program and would save
up to $366 per year.
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Army Garrison-Yongsan. This, coupled with
the recent purchase of eight new handheld
battery-operated radar guns, means increased
speed enforcement.
When school begins, you will notice our
military police at a series of traffic control
points along 8th Army Drive. The intent is to
ensure our schoolchildren safe passage using
various pedestrian crosswalks.
I would also like to point out the
success of our “kiss-n-drop” lanes at Seoul
American Elementary School. Just a
reminder, after exiting the lane on X Corps
Boulevard, you’ll have to go straight toward
Collier Field House because there will be
no U-turns allowed. Also, these kiss-n-drop
lanes are not for parking. This holds up
traffic, and causes delay.
I encourage Yongsan drivers to be overly
cautious, stay within the posted speed limits
and be ever vigilant for pedestrians. We are
committed to providing our Families a strong,
supportive environment where they can thrive,
that is part of the Army Family Covenant. Please
help us to make safety our first priority.
“The guidelines have changed from
last year, so if you were eligible last
year, you must re-apply,” she said.
Applicants must submit a copy
of their latest Leave and Earnings
Statement and other income
verification documents as needed,
along with a copy of orders showing
command-sponsored family members,
Blake said. For children not listed on
orders, a copy of birth certificates or
adoption papers must be submitted
with the application.
Some families may not qualify based
on income, but have special hardships
conditions, Blake said. Those families can
still apply and ACS officials will review
their cases. In some cases, foster children
are eligible for free or reduced lunches.
The school lunch program is designed
t o m e e t f e d e r a l re q u i re m e n t s f o r
nutritionally balanced meals and to offer
free or reduced price lunch and breakfast
(where available) to eligible children
under the National School Lunch Act
and the Child Nutrition Act.
For information, call 738-4655
or 738-5028.
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Yongsan, Osan win post-level crowns

By Mike Mooney
FMWR Marketing Chief and Special Events Coordinator

HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Yongsan’s bats were faster than their cars on their journey
to the Korea-wide Post-Level Men’s Softball crown here this past weekend.
After learning the hard way about the new Korean Summer Vacation policy that brought
expressway traffic to a standstill, Yongsan ripped Humphreys 23-8 and Casey 28-6 and 19-8 to
win the coveted Korea-wide crown, averaging 22 runs per hour of play.
“More than four hours … that’s what it took some of our guys,” said All-Army and Yongsan
star ‘Mase’ Mason. “A drive that normally takes just over an hour took more than four hours.
And everyone was tired when they got here.”
But Yongsan overcame the shortage of players and fatigue from the 10-kilometer per hour
expressway drive to win the Korea-Wide Post Level Men’s Championships on Soldier Field here
Sunday; Osan won the Women’s title.
Both champions did it the hard way, though, fighting their way through the Loser’s Bracket
and forcing both tournaments into the dreaded “If ” games.
Yongsan beat surprise finalist USAG-Casey for the Men’s crown, while Osan nipped the host
Humphrey’s female Bulldogs to win the women’s title.
Shorthanded Yongsan – about a third of their players were still on the road--which entered
the tournament as the No. 2 seed, edged Suwon 7-6 in the opening round and then dropped
into the Loser’s Bracket by falling to Humphreys, 12-11.
Meanwhile, Casey, which entered the tournament as the Number 4 seed, dispatched
Daegu, 17-6, and followed that with a 10-9 victory over the Number 1 seed and
regular-season champion Osan. USAG-Humphreys third baseman Buck Buchanan administers the tag on a Kunsan
The upsets weren’t done, either. runner who wandered too far from third base in the Korea-wide Post Level Softball
Casey edged Humphreys, 3-2, in the Winner’s Bracket Finals to assure itself a berth in Tournament Saturday and Sunday at Soldier Field at Humphreys. Buchanan and his
the championship game. The host Bulldogs averaged 11 runs per game in their first two fellow Bulldogs finished third in the Men’s Tournament, won by Yongsan. Kunsan was
victories, but turned into Orville Redenbacher clones against Casey, with every bat stroke 1-2, losing to Humphreys and Osan AB and nipping Suwon, 16-15. Osan Airbase
a perfect pop (up). captured the Woman’s Tournament title. — U.S. Army photo by Mike Mooney
Forced to play extra games because of falling into the dreaded loser’s bracket, Yongsan
dispatched Daegu 12-4 and then knocked Osan out with a 12-9 victory, setting the stage for 28 runs in the originally-scheduled final. The “If ” game was called on the 10-run rule.
Sunday’s offensive run. Meanwhile, in the Women’s Tournament, Number 4 seed Osan opened with a 2-1 victory
“Their bats came alive Sunday,” said tournament director Lonnie Herring. “Yongsan was a over the Number 1 seed and winner of the previous week’s Eighth Army Championship, Yongsan.
team with a mission. And they accomplished it in a big way.” Humphreys thumped Daegu, 13-3 and then edged Osan, 7-6, to make it into the Finals.
Yongsan was still batting in the third inning against Humphreys when the game was halted Osan again beat Yongsan, 11-6, to earn the second chance at Humphreys in the Finals. The
by the 15-run rule; they continued their surge against Casey as they scored a tournament high first game wasn’t pretty as Osan won, 16-1, to be followed by a 6-5 victory in the “If ” game.

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Yongsan Catholics donate tons of rice to community

By Walter T. Ham IV
8th U.S. Army Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON – Since 2000,
the Yongsan Garrison Catholic Community
has given more than 100,000 pounds of rice to
charitable organizations in Korea.
Donated by Yongsan Army Garrison’s
Holy Family Catholic Church parishioners
and coordinated by the Knights of Columbus
Council, the donations are delivered to
a home for abused girls in Seoul, a soup
kitchen in Incheon and migrant worker
centers in Buchon and Gasan.
Eighth U.S. Army Command Chaplain Lt.
Col. Neal Buckon said the rice donation program
originated when Holy Family parishioner Lance
Toyofuku and his wife started giving rice dishes
to the homeless around Seoul Station in 2000.
After a South Korean government
program was established to provide rice to the
homeless, the Yongsan Catholic Community
worked through local religious leaders to find
organizations for the rice donations. Over time,
the organizations they contribute to expanded
to the current four: Euphrasia House, Friends
without Borders, Gasan Migrant Workers Camp
and Feed the Poor.
The rice is gathered during Catholic Mass
on the second Sunday of each month at the
South Post and Main Post Chapels.
The Yongsan Catholic Community
currently donates approximately 800
pounds of rice per month, distributing it
equally to each organization.
“These rice donations demonstrate
the compassion and commitment of the
Yongsan Catholic Community’s parishioners
and volunteer leaders,” said Buckon, “and
the enduring nature of this program reflects
the highest values of their faith and the The Yongsan Garrison Catholic Community has donated more than 100,000 pounds of rice to
nation they serve.” local charities since 2000. — Courtesy photo.

The Army’s Funded Legal Education Program

YONGSAN GARRISON – The
Office of The Judge Advocate General
(OTJAG) is now accepting applications
for the Army’s Funded Legal Education
Program. Under this program, the
Army projects sending up to 25
active duty commissioned officers to
law school at government expense if
funding permits. Selected officers will
attend law school beginning the Fall of
2010 and will remain on active duty
while attending law school.
Interested officers should review
Chapter 14, AR 27-1 (The Judge Advocate
General’s Funded Legal Education
Program) to determine their eligibility.
This program is open to commissioned
officers in the rank of second lieutenant
through captain. Applicants must have
at least two but not more than six years
of total active Federal service at the
time legal training begins. Eligibility is
governed by statute (10 U.S.C. 2004)
and is non-waivable.
Eligible officers interested in applying
should immediately register for the
earliest offering of the Law School
Admission Test. Applicants must send
their request through command channels,
to include the officer’s branch manager
at AHRC, with a copy furnished to the
Office of The Judge Advocate General,
ATTN: DAJA-PT (Ms. Yvonne Caron-
10th Floor), 1777 North Kent Street,
Rosslyn, VA 22209-2194, to be received
before 1 November 2009. Submission
of the application well in advance of the
deadline is advised.
Interested officers in Area I should
contact the Office of the Staff Judge
Advocate, 2nd Infantry Division at DSN
732-8796. Interested officers in Area II and
III should contact the Office of the Judge
Advocate, UNC/USFK/EUSA at DSN
723-6353. Interested officers in Area IV
should contact the Office of the Staff Judge
Advocate, 19th Sustainment Command
(Expeditionary) at DSN 768-7258.

August 7 - 13

LOCATION Today Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

G-FORCE G-FORCE UP
CASEY (PG) 6:30 p.m. (PG) 6:30 p.m. (PG) 6:30 p.m. UP NO SHOW THE HANGOVER NO SHOW
(PG) 7:30 p.m.
730-7354 LAND OF THE LOST DRAG ME TO HELL
(PG-13) 8:30 p.m.
NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM (R) 7:30 p.m.
(PG-13) 8:30 p.m. (PG) 8:30 p.m.

HARRY POTTER
HENRY HARRY POTTER HARRY POTTER
(PG) 3 p.m.
LAND OF THE LOST
NO SHOW NO SHOW NO SHOW
(PG) 7 p.m. (PG) 1 / 7 p.m. (PG-13) 7 p.m.
768-7724 THE HANGOVER
(R) 7 p.m.

G-FORCE G-FORCE G-FORCE

HUMPHREYS (PG) 6:30 p.m. (PG) 3:30 p.m. (PG) 3:30 p.m. THE HANGOVER THE HANGOVER IMAGINE THAT IMAGINE THAT
LAND OF THE LOST LAND OF THE LOST (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (PG) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (PG) 6:30 / 9 p.m.
753-7716 LAND OF THE LOST
(PG-13) 9 p.m. (PG-13)6:30 / 9 p.m. (PG-13)6:30 / 9 p.m.

TEARS OF THE SUN

HOVEY NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM (R) 5 p.m. G-FORCE NO SHOW NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM NO SHOW ALIENS IN THE ATTIC
UP (PG) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m.
730-5412 (PG) 7 p.m.
(PG) 7:30 p.m.

MY LIFE IN RUINS
KUNSAN THE HANGOVER THE HANGOVER
(R) 6 / 8:30 p.m. (PG-13) 6 p.m. NO SHOW NO SHOW NO SHOW HARRY POTTER
(R) 6 / 8:30 p.m. (PG-13) 6 p.m.
782-4987 IMAGINE THAT
(PG) 8:30 p.m.
ALIENS IN THE ATTIC ALIENS IN THE ATTIC
(PG) 1 / 6 p.m. (PG) 1 / 6 p.m. HOTEL FOR DOGS
OSAN ALIENS IN THE ATTIC STAR TREK STAR TREK ALIENS IN THE ATTIC (PG) 1 p.m. THE HANGHOVER NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM
(PG-13) 3:30 p.m. (PG-13) 3:30 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. ALIENS IN THE ATTIC (R) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m.
784-4930 (PG-13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.
THE HANGOVER THE HANGOVER (PG) 7 p.m.
(R) 8:30 p.m (R) 8:30 p.m

RED CLOUD HARRY POTTER

(PG) 6:30 p.m.
THE HANGOVER MY LIFE IN RUINS UP IMAGINE THAT
NO SHOW DRAG ME TO HELL
(R) 7 p.m. (PG-13) 7 p.m. (G) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. (PG-13) 7 p.m.
732-6620 DANCE FLICK
(PG-13) 9 p.m.

TERMINATOR SALVATION HARRY POTTER

STANLEY (PG-13) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. HARRY POTTER THE HANGOVER NO SHOW ALIENS IN THE ATTIC MY LIFE IN RUINS
X-MEN ORIGINS (R) 7 p.m.
732-5565 (PG-13) 9:00 p.m.
DRAG ME TO HELL
(PG-13) 9 p.m.
(PG) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 / 9 p.m. (PG-13) 7 p.m.

ALIENS IN THE ATTIC ALIENS IN THE ATTIC IMAGINE THAT IMAGINE THAT MY LIFE IN RUINS MY LIFE IN RUINS
(PG) 5:30 / 8:30 p.m. ALIENS IN THE ATTIC (PG) 2 / 5 / 8 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. (PG-13) 7 p.m. (PG-13) 7 p.m.
YONGSAN GHOST OF GIRLFRIENDS PAST (PG) 2 / 5 / 8 p.m. DRAG ME TO HELL DANCE FLICK BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA LAND OF THE LOST AUGUST RUSH
DANCE FLICK (PG-13) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m. (PG-13) 3:30 / 6 p.m. (PG) 3:30 / 6 p.m. (PG-13) 3:30 / 6 p.m. (PG) 3:30 / 6 p.m.
738-7389 (PG-13) 6 p.m.
CHARLOTTE’S WEB (PG-13) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m. DANCE FLICK CORALINE NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM BOLT
(G) 6 p.m. (PG-13) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m (G) 3:30 / 6 p.m. (PG) 3:30 / 6 p.m. (PG) 3:30 / 6 p.m. (PG) 3:30 / 6 p.m.

U.S. ID card holders enjoy free movies courtesy of Army MWR at U.S. Army installations in Korea.
 AUGUST 7, 2009
Area I Worship Schedule
Protestant Services
Collective Collective Sunday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital
Sunday 1000 Stone Chapel
Sunday 1000 Stanley Chapel
Sunday 1030 West Casey Chapel
Sunday 1100 Warrior Chapel
Sunday 1100 Crusader Chapel
Sunday 1100 Hovey Chapel
Gospel 1100 Memorial Chapel, Casey Gospel Sunday 1230 South Post Chapel
Sunday 1100 Casey Memorial Chapel
1100 Camp Stanley Chapel
Stanley Chapel
COGIC
Sunday 1230 CRC Warrior Chapel
KATUSA Sunday 0900 Freedom Chapel
Sunday 1930 CRC Warrior Chapel
Sunday 1300 Jackson Auditorium
Tuesday 1900 Camp Stanley Chapel
Tuesday 1840 Casey Stone Chapel
Tuesday 1800 Camp Castle Chapel
Tuesday 1830 Casey Memorial Chapel
Tuesday 1830 Camp Hovey Chapel
Thursday 1830 West Casey Chapel
Catholic Services/Mass
Sunday 1130 Camp Stanley Chapel
Sunday 0900 CRC Warrior Chapel
Sunday 1215 West Casey Chapel
Sunday 0930 Camp Hovey Chapel
Jewish
Friday 1830 West Casey Chapel
USAG-Yongsan Chaplains
Chaplain (Lt. Col.) David B. Crary:
david.crary@korea.army.mil, 738-3009
Chaplain (Maj.) Terry E. Jarvis:
terry.e.jarvis@korea.army.mil, 738-4043
Chaplain (Maj.) Leo Mora Jr.:
leo.mora@korea.army.mil, 736-3018
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Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
Protestant Services Protestant Services Protestant Services
Collective Collective Protestant
Sunday 1030 K-16 Chapel Sunday 1100 Freedom Chapel Sunday 1000 Camp Carroll
Sunday 1100 Hannam Village Chapel 1100 Suwon Air Base Chapel 1030 Camp Walker
Church of Christ 1700 Camp Walker
Liturgical Sunday 0800 Memorial Chapel Gospel 1300 Freedom Chapel Gospel 1215 Camp Walker
Contemporary Sunday 0930 South Post Chapel Contemporary 1700 Freedom Chapel 1300 Camp Carroll
Traditional Sunday 1100 South Post Chapel KATUSA Contemporary
Tuesday 1900 Freedom Chapel Friday 1900 Camp Walker
Mision Pentecostal Hispana Korean Korean
Sunday 1430 South Post Chapel Wednesday 1930 Freedom Chapel Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll
Korean Sunday 0910 Hannam Village Chapel Wednesday 1830 Camp Walker
Catholic Services
United Pentecostal Mass Catholic Services
Sunday 1330 Memorial Chapel Daily 1145 Annex 2 Chapel Mass
Sunday 0900 Camp Walker
KATUSA Tuesday 1830 Memorial Chapel 0900 Suwon Air Base Chapel 1130 Camp Carroll
Saturday 1700 Camp Walker
Jewish
Seventh-Day Adventist Every 2nd Friday 1830 Annex 2 Chapel
Saturday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital Jewish Worship Service
Every Friday at 1900 - Camp Walker Chapel, Classroom #1
For information, contact Corey Ringer at corey.ringer@korea.army.mil, or
Early Morning Service call 753-3909
(Korean) Mon-Sat 0510 South Post Chapel
Episcopal Sunday 1000 Memorial Chapel
Catholic Services
Catholic Mass Saturday 1700 Memorial Chapel
The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the United
Sunday 0800 South Post Chapel Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized
Sunday 1130 Memorial Chapel civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war.
Mon/Fri 1205 Memorial Chapel
Tues/Wed 1205 Brian Allgood Hospital
1st Sat. 0900 Memorial Chapel Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at:
www.usfk.mil/org/FKCH/Index.html?/org/FKCH/Contents/mission.htm
Jewish for helpful links and information.
Friday 1900 South Post Chapel
Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact
USAG-Humphreys Chaplains USAG-Red Cloud/Casey USAG-Daegu Chaplains
Chaplain (Maj.-P) Klon K. Kitchen, Jr.: 2ID Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jonathan Gibbs: Chaplain (Maj.) Kwon Pyo:
klon.kitchen@korea.army.mil, 753-7274 jonathan.gibbs@us.army.mil, 732-7998 Kwon.pyo@korea.army.mil, 764-5455
Chaplain (Capt.) Anthony Flores: Red Cloud Chaplain (Lt. Col) David Acuff: Chaplain (Capt.) Billy Graham:
Anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil, david.acuff@korea.army.mil, 732-6169 billy.graham@us.army.mil, 765-6139
753-7042
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Winners
Car category
Best overall: Brandon Timm, 2002 Mazda Protege 5
Best wheel and tire: Jamie Wahl, Dodge Ram
Best engine compartment: Billy Epperson, Chevy
Corvette
Motorcycles category
Under 1200CC
1st Place: Chong Song-han, 2008 Honda Korea
2nd Place: Constantine Panayiotou, 2001 Harley
Davidson 1200 XLC
Over 1200CC
1st Place: Scott Hartigan, 2002 Harley Davidson
Fatboy
2nd Place: Rodney Lamberson, 2000 Harley Davidson
Yongsan Community checks out Fatboy
Sports bikes
1st Place: Aundrey Clark
2008 Honda CBR RR

hot rides at auto and cycle show 2nd Place: Elizabeth Aabon
2007 Yamaha YZF-600 B6
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The benefits of dog ownership
Three important decisions to make before adopting Rover
By MAJ Jennifer Beck
Marianne Campano
65th Medical Brigade
YONGSAN GARRISON — The
unconditional love, snuggling and
laughter that dogs provide can benefit
you physically, psychologically and even
socially. In the high operational tempo
of Korea, spending playful time with
a pet can help lower your anxiety and
stress, and even reduce your blood pres-
sure. Additionally, dog owners are more
likely to get out and walk than non-dog
owners. Research studies have shown
that for children; owning a pet enhances
self-esteem, teaches responsibility and
respect towards other living beings, and
that these children are more involved in
sports, hobbies, clubs and even chores.
Bringing a pet into your life is a ma-
jor decision, and one that you have to
make sure you are prepared for. It is
essential that you understand the cost
of pet ownership. In Korea, most newly
acquired pets are dogs, and the cost to
maintain a dog is far more than just dog
food and cute accessories.
Within the Military system ba-
sic vaccines and preventive medicine
costs are around $35-$50 per visit,
and puppies require around 3-4 visits.
This amount is considerably less than
in private civilian practices, but nev-
ertheless, can be a significant expense
over time. Also, all pets belonging to
SOFA personnel are required to have
a microchip (USFK Reg 40-5, and
USFC Command Policy Letter #49),
at a cost of around $15.00. Not only
is the microchip necessary for Non-
combatant Evacuation Operations
(NEO) purposes, but it is a reliable
means to identify your pet in case it
gets lost or stolen.
Another major expense is the cost of
shipping your pet home, which may cost
upwards of $700. It is also important to
have your pet spayed or neutered, so
they cannot reproduce. This costs ap-
proximately $100.00-150.00 at most
military veterinary facilities, when avail-
able. If this amount is too much, then it
is best not to buy a pet. Financially pro-
viding for your dog is a big part of being
a responsible dog owner. It’s not fair to
the pet or your family to get one for just
a year. Pets are not disposable.
If you are prepared for the cost of
dog ownership, another consideration
is the breed of dog. Look at the needs
of your family, especially if you have
children, and think about the size, en-
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ergy level and age of your new dog. Re-
gardless of breed, every dog needs routine
exercise and training, so make sure your
schedule will allow for that. Unfortunately
many behavior problems are the result of
excess energy, and many dogs are given up
or euthanized all because they did not get
enough exercise. As odd as it sounds, the
shape of your dog’s snout is also an im-
portant consideration too, because dogs
with short snouts and smooshed faces
have more difficulty breathing and there-
fore are more susceptible to overheating
and may not do well during international
travel. Those Bulldogs and pugs are very
cute, but they aren’t without major medi-
cal issues. The bottom line is: do your re-
search before selecting a breed.
Finally, determine where you will get
your new dog and exercise CAUTION
whenever you buy a puppy. Across the pen- pen
insula, vet clinics have been flooded with
sick puppies, often so sick that they die
within a few weeks. Local procedures may
result in the separation of puppies from
their mothers prematurely, and as a result,
the puppies do not get the important ma-
ternal antibodies necessary to fight disease.
In Korea two major viruses are common
causes of disease in puppies: Parvo virus,
and Distemper virus, both of which can
be deadly, and expensive to treat ($400.00
and up for most cases). The diseases and
parasites these puppies carry can be conta-
gious to both humans, especially children,
and other dogs, so if you do have a new
puppy, get them to the vet clinic as soon
as possible for vaccines and deworming,
and don’t let them around other dogs, es-
pecially puppies. Young puppies must be
seen regularly by a veterinarian to receive
immunizations, just like children require
immunizations by your family physician.
A wonderful resource for new dogs is your
Military vet clinic or humane society on
the economy where numerous dogs and
cats are available for adoption.
The sense of satisfaction that you’ll have
in giving a dog a good home and potentially
saving their lives is an added benefit to the
joys that pet ownership can bring. Pet own-
own
ership is a major commitment that requires
careful planning and dedication. But, if you
can truly open your heart and home to a
dog, the benefits are almost endless.
For more information, please contact the
Yongsan Vet Clinic at 738-5145. The 106th
Medical Detachment (Veterinary Services)
also has vet clinics at Camp Red Cloud,
Osan Air Base, and Camp Walker. For more
information, go to the 65th Medical Brigade
website at http://www.korea.amedd.army. These dogs are ready for adoption at the Yongsan Veterinary Clinic. Phone 738-5145 or
mil/about.asp,and click on Veterinary. stop by to learn more. — U.S. Army photo by Capt. Nhianh Luong
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Soldier earns culinary recognition through hard work
Pfc. Tiana Carroll (right), a food specialist at 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade’s Talon Café recently won runner-up honors in the Private through
Specialist Category, 2nd Quarter Soldier Culinarian board for culinary achievements. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Ma Ju-ho
By Pfc. Ma Ju-ho
2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Food culinarians are recognized for their culinary achievements.
specialists have some of the longest duty days performance with awards.
in the Army. Most begin work at 4 a.m. They
work while most Soldiers sleep and seldom at 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade’s Talon was so quiet and I was a bit scared, but I
Harris committed to serving fellow Soldiers and the Army 24/7
By Pfc. Ma Ju-ho
2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs
H U M P H R EY S G A R R I S O N —
Soldiers may face diverse problems while
in the Army and sometimes it is not easy
for them to solve those problems on
their own. Fortunately, there are people
and resources available to help Soldiers
through difficult times.
One of the people who can help is Master
Sgt. Mark T. Harris, the Equal Opportunity
Advisor for 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade
and Area III. Harris can help Soldiers with
problems, no matter what they are.
As the EO advisor, Harris’s job is
to ensure that no one feels any kind of
discrimination based on their race, sex,
age, or national origin. Or, if they feel they
have been discriminated against, he can help
them resolve the issue. Harris constantly
talks with Soldiers and other Army members
to help them deal with the issues that might
interfere with their job performance.
But, in fact, it has not been that long
since he started to work as an EO advisor.
Harris was a senior drill sergeant and
first sergeant of a Basic Combat Training
Company at Fort Jackson, S.C. before he
became an EO professional.
“Becoming a drill sergeant was
instrumental for me to understand my
Soldiers better,” Harris said. “I wanted to
help them adjust better to the Army and I
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get the recognition they deserve.
However, each quarter at U.S. Army the Private through Specialist Category,
Garrison Humphreys, the top Soldier 2nd Quarter Soldier Culinarian board for
Pfc. Tiana Carroll, a food specialist Aviation Support Battalion, 2nd CAB. “It
Master Sgt. Mark T. Harris, the Equal Opportunities Advisor for 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade
and Area III, gives a lecture to NCOs and officers during an Equal Opportunity Leaders course
here Monday. He was promoted to Master Sergeant after more than 22 years of service and still
works day and night for his Soldiers’ better quality of life. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Ma Ju-ho
wanted it to be first hand.”
Consequently, his concern for the well-
Café recently won runner-up honors in
“It’s a great honor,” said Carroll, 602nd
being of Soldiers expanded to the whole
Army. He decided to study mediation in the
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tried to concentrate and remember … and I
thought about my drill sergeant who always
motivated me. It helped me a lot.”
Carroll, a Washington, D.C. native, was
not an expert cook when she decided to join
the Army.
“I didn’t even know how to cook,” she
said. “But I wanted to build structure in my
life, with a job to be proud of. And I learned
a lot from this job.”
Carroll’s first assignment is here at
Humphreys Garrison; she has been with
602nd for about seven months. As a food
specialist, working at a dining facility has
never been an easy job for her.
“We come to work at four or five in the
morning everyday to have meals ready. I’ve
never worked this much before joining the
Army, but even though this job is hard, I
think it would help me to build my career,”
she said.
Learning how to cook and getting used
to long working hours are challenges she’s
already overcome.
“I learned a lot of things through
studying for the board, things that I couldn’t
learn from my regular job,” said Carroll.
“Some Soldiers may find the board a bit
boring and complicated, but knowledge
helps you to be a better Soldier. And at some
point, when you get to a leader’s position, it
will help you to teach others, too.”
Carroll said she wants to learn many
other things in the Army besides her job. She
is also planning to enroll in college courses
and study as much as she can.
“Education is one of the best opportunities
you can get from the Army. You should take
full advantage of it,” she said.
EO training course, so he “could continue
to serve not only Soldiers, but everyone in
the Army while still doing (his) job as a
noncommissioned officer.”
“We make up one of the most diverse
organizations on earth. So it is very important
to recognize different geographical and
cultural backgrounds of each one of us. It’s
not easy for anyone, but we choose not to
relinquish our Army values,” Harris said.
Harris talks with Soldiers who come
to his office and advises commanders and
senior NCOs on their EO issues. He works
alone, but he thinks he is “responsible for
every Soldier in this installation.” And his
faith to be there for every Army member
leads him to his excellence.
“I’m available 24/7, seven days a week,
whenever they want to talk with me. I
also take care of their real life problems
even they are not related to the EO issue,”
Harris said. He also gives lectures and runs
several EO classes throughout the year. As
busy as he is, he is “still happy to be here,”
for his fellow troops.
“I think my labor and sweat paid off
for me,” Harris said.
After 22 years of service, from an
infantryman to an EO Advisor for
2nd Combat Aviation Brigade and
USAG-Humphreys, he still finds himself
motivated and having fun. And he will
continue to do his best and always be there
for everyone in the Army.
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News & Notes
Freedom Road Traffic Signs
Two stop signs on Freedom Road have been
removed affecting traffic flow along Freedom
Road and the intersection of Walmsley Road
and Oflahavan Street (near the Chapel) in
efforts to reduce traffic congestion. Vehicles
traveling on Freedom Road at this intersection
are still requried to yield to personnel utilizing
pedestrian crosswalks. Please use caution in
this area due to change in traffic flow.
Temporary Closure Notice
The Burger King trailer near MP Hill will be
closed Aug. 11-12 for maintenance. It will
resume normal working hours Aug. 13. For
more information, please call 753-6870.
Customer Service Assessment
It is nearly time for the annual Customer Service
Assessment survey to capture feedback on
the services you receive here. Your voice can
make a difference in changing the quality of life
at USAG-Humphreys. The survey begins late
August and will close mid-September. For more
information contact Sandra Peckins, Installation
Customer Service Officer at 754-8060.
CFC Unit Coordinators Training
The Combined Federal Campaign Mandatory
Training for Unit Coordinators and key
Persons will take place at Bldg. 544, third
floor briefing room, 9 a.m., Sept. 23. For more
information please contact Suzanne Castillo,
CFC Community Area Project Officer, Military
Personnel Division, at 753-7327.
Homeschooling Spouses Get Together
The monthly Homeschooling Spouses Get
Together will discuss the balancing act of
juggling life and homeschooling at the same
time. The event will be held 6:30-8:30 p.m.,
Monday, Aug. 10 at Family Housing Bldg.
510, Apt. 108. Contact Elisabeth Townley at
elisabethtownley@yahoo.com or 010-3144-
0352 for more information.
Women’s Equality Day
The Area III Equal Opportunity Office presents
Women’s Equality Day to celebrate women’s
right to vote at the USAG-Humphreys Post
Theater, 11:30 a.m., Aug. 26. This event is
free for all participants. For more information
contact Master Sgt. Harris at 753-8078.
Humphreys American School
Here are some upcoming events at HAS:
New student orientation is Aug. 24 at 11 a.m.
and 3 p.m. in the HAS cafeteria. Parents can
attend either session.
Meet and greet teachers 2-3 p.m., Aug. 28.
Registration ongoing, stop by and register your
children today. Office hours 7 a.m.-12 p.m. and
1-4 p.m. weekdays. Please contact 753-8894
for more information.
Law Enforcement Day
The USAG-Humphreys Military Police will host
Law Enforcement Day Sat., Aug. 15. Activities
begin at Independence Park with a 5k run at
8:30 a.m. Starting 10 a.m. there will be booths,
contests and food.
Furnishings Management Branch
Furnishings Management Branch Bldg. 793
will be closed for pickup and delivery for AFH/
UPH furniture and appliances Aug. 19-21 for
inventory. Call 753-3530 for more information.
We Want Your Stories!
We want to publish your stories and photos in
The Morning Calm Weekly and on the USAG-
Humphreys Command Channel. Please send any
information or products to Ken Hall at the USAG-
Humphreys Public Affairs Office at 754-8847
or kenneth.david.hall@korea.army.mil.
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AFTB provides insight into the Army way of life
By Joni Ramsey
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Army
Family Team Building has much to offer
Soldiers and Family Members at USAG-
Humphreys – promotion points, weekend
passes, tons of useful information.
AFTB is a volunteer-led organization,
governed by the Department of the Army,
dedicated to educating all of the Army
family, including Soldiers, Family Members
and Civilians. It offers three levels of classes
for a range of audiences from new Army
members to experienced key players in the
community.
Commanders have taken a positive
role in encouraging soldiers and Family
Members to attend AFTB classes. In June,
Lt. Col. Erik Rude, commander of 3rd
Battalion 2nd General Support Aviation
Battalion, invited AFTB to speak at the
battalion’s Family Readiness Group meeting.
FRG members got a brief lesson on the chain
of command and learned about how they
could benefit from AFTB classes.
Humphreys TRICARE team gears up with new Medical Center
Liz Henderson (left) and Suzanne Pitchford (right), Humphreys TRICARE representatives, assist a patient getting on the TRICARE courtesy van.
The courtesy van is available by reservation to patients traveling to Dankook University Hospital. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Kim Hyung-joon
By Joni Ramsey
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — About
a year ago, the Humphreys troop medical
clinic was small and ill-equipped to serve the
growing number of Families here. If you had
a TRICARE question, you had to call the
Yongsan TRICARE service center.
Things have changed here and, along
with the transformation of the troop medical
clinic into a family-centered healthcare
facility, there is now a dedicated TRICARE
beneficiary counseling and assistance
coordinator and patient liaison.
The Humphreys community welcomed
new TRICARE representative Liz Henderson
in February. As a TRICARE representative,
her main focus is to educate members of the
community on their TRICARE benefits.
She also assists members with regional
enrollment, filing claims and coordinating
host nation hospital appointments.
“TRICARE is one of the first in-
“I’m a firm believer that when soldiers
have healthy relationships with their
spouses, they are better performers on the
job,” says Rude. “They can keep their mind
in the game when they know their spouse
can take care of things in their absence.”
Because AFTB teaches Army basics,
including how to read a Leave and Earnings
Statement, community resources and
military acronyms, Rude has offered a three-
day pass to any single Soldier or spouse in his
battalion who takes AFTB Level I.
processing stops for many families. No
matter how long you have been a TRICARE
beneficiary, navigating the military health
system can be confusing,” Henderson
said. “Often families come into the office
overwhelmed with adjusting to all the
changes in moving to Korea. We want
to make our beneficiaries’ transition as
smooth as possible.”
Patient liaison Suzanne Pitchford
accompanies patients to Dankook University
Hospital and helps them with administrative
details at the Korean facility.
“I am there to be a friendly face and do
my best to settle any anxiety patients may
have about visiting a host nation partnership
hospital,” said Pitchford.
Amber Lynn is a military spouse who has
benefited from the TRICARE office here.
“Liz Henderson has always assisted me in
making sure that my referrals are processed
quickly,” said Lynn. “Both ladies return all of
my calls and do whatever they can to make
the medical treatment process easier for
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“Our main focus is to enable our spouses.
Even the soldiers can benefit from Level I,”
Rude said.
Soldiers staff sergeant and below can
earn four promotion points by attending 40
hours of AFTB or other ACS classes.
Some commanders even let Soldiers
take time off from their normal duties to
attend classes.
“The Army has to include the Family
into its planning. Not taking care of
[Soldiers with] Family Members would be
a huge distracter to the Soldier and could
potentially make that Soldier combat
ineffective,” said Capt. Andrew Brown,
Commander, Alpha Company, 3rd Military
Intelligence Battalion.
AFTB is looking for community
members interested in instructing classes.
AFTB instructor training is scheduled for
Aug. 11 and 12.
If you would like to attend AFTB classes
or invite AFTB to speak at your FRG or
military training session, please contact Joni
Ramsey at joni.ramsey@live.com or call
Army Community Service at 753-8401.
me. They are always friendly and willing to
help. I don’t think there could be two better
people to fill these positions.”
Ginger Lashley recently delivered her
baby at Dankook University Hospital.
“I used the TRICARE courtesy van
several times, saving 30,000 won each
trip,” she said.
The courtesy van is available by reservation
to patients Monday through Friday at 8 a.m.
and 12:30 p.m.
Henderson encourages all new families
in the community to stop into the
TRICARE office to find out about all of
their benefits in Korea.
“Your eligibility for TRICARE does not
change when you move, but your benefits
may change, such as the TRICARE plan you
are using,” said Henderson.
The TRICARE office, located on the
second floor of the Humphreys Medical
and Dental Clinic, is open Monday through
Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 753-7708
for more information.
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Humphreys Boy Scouts attend 2009 Korean Kudu Jamborette

By Thomas Bain
Special to the Morning Calm Weekly
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — A
contingent of Boy Scouts from U.S. Army
Garrisons Humphreys and Yongsan joined
about 1,200 scouts from Korea, China and
Hong Kong at the annual Korea Scout
Association (KSA) Jamborette recently.
Scoutmaster Wayne Clark, his son
Andrew, and Joshua Nascimento, all from
Troop 80 in Seoul represented Yongsan
Garrison. Scoutmaster Thomas Bain and
his son Tommy from Troop 203, Assistant
Scoutmaster Charley Altvater, and James
Altvater from Troop 86 based in Osan
represented Humphreys.
Scoutmaster Clark organized the
American’s participation in the event and
kept the scouts on track in order to take
part in the Jamborette’s activities. He and
his son lived with the Korean Scouts and
acted as a liaison between them and the
American Scouts.
Scoutmaster Bain ran the American
encampment with the help of assistant
scoutmaster Altvater. The American Scouts
had a great time meeting the other counties’
Scouts and learning about their organizations’
similarities and differences to the American
scout program. Before the American Scouts
arrived, Andrew Clark took first place in the
KSA Ironman competition, which included
a five kilometer mountain backpack hike, a
500 meter swim and a canoe race.
Arrival day consisted of setting up
camp and meeting the new neighbors.
The location for this year’s Jamborette
was a beautiful valley surrounded by high
mountains covered in mature forests. The
site had several creeks running into a large
scouting programs.
At midday the American scouts ate lunch
at a local restaurant with the KSA scouts,
enjoying traditional Korean dishes such
as Soy Bean Soup and Bi-bim Bop. At the
end of the missions a very tired but happy
group of boys from both troops rode the bus
back to base camp that evening, where they
retired to their camps in order to prepare
their meals.
The third day’s events consisted of testing
scouting skills. The American scouts again
linked up with a KSA host patrol and helped
in navigating the round-robin style skill
testing. They participated in such scout
events as knot tying, fire starting, field
cooking and archery. Both the Americans
and Koreans did well in all of the events
they participated in and received patches
for their accomplishments.
At the end of the day, they traded old
Boy Scouts from Humphreys Troop 203 and Yongsan Garrison’s Troop 80 joined about 1,200 patches with the other scouts from previous
Scouts from Korea, China and Hong Kong at the recent Jamborette in Gyeong-ju. The American events they had attended. Our scouts were
Scouts and their leaders are shown here: (left to right) Humphreys Scountmaster Tom Bain, glad to have many of the unique patches
Assistant Scoutmaster Charley Altvater, Andrew Clark, Tommy Bain, James Altvater, Yongsan from the Hong Kong and Korean scouts.
Scoutmaster Wayne Clark and Joshua Nascimento. — Photo courtesy of Tom Bain The evening meal was a festival of flavors
lake where rafting was taking place. The to discover many artifacts and landmarks as the Korean hosts set up samples of each
remote nature of the location added to as part of a mission to complete a series of Korean Troop’s special dish. The boys tried
the camping experience that the scouts tasks. It was, in effect, a treasure hunt to find many new meals, some which they liked
thoroughly enjoyed. the historic places used by the kings and a more than others. The boys spent the
The boys learned the Korean Scouts next great adventure for the boys as they moved evenings after meals attending the evening
to their camp had a love for baseball and from location to location. The American entertainment provided by the Korean hosts
they played catch for a while. The scouts Scouts would have had a very difficult time and socializing with their new neighbors.
then attended the Jamborette’s opening navigating the city were it not for the help of Sunday began with a light breakfast
ceremony which featured a great light show the leaders and scouts of KSA Troop 7 who and the packing up the camp. The boys
and a series of Korean performers from both guided them through the stops and helped then made their final patch trades and said
the KSA and local popular talents such as in making this an enjoyable event. This was goodbye to their new friends. As noon
the B-Boys break dancing group. a fantastic opportunity for the two Scouting approached they started the journey back
The second day involved a hike around organizations to work together and achieve to USAG-Humphreys and Seoul, bringing
the historic city of Gyeong-Ju, famous for a common goal. The teambuilding helped to an end the American’s adventure at the
the kings of the Silla dynasty. The boys had strengthen the mutual respect of the two 2009 Korean Jamborette.

‘The Army has taught me a very valuable lesson in life … it’s taught me who I am’
By Ken Hall
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Master Sgt. Ruth
Potter, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 194th
Combat Sustainment Support Battalion has spent the past
21 years in the U.S. Army, but joining the Army was a
choice she almost never made.
Potter had finished her third year of undergraduate
study at the University of Virginia in 1988 when she went
to a U.S. Marine recruiting office to enlist, just as her step-
father, (then an active duty Marine sergeant major) did 20
years before her.
The recruiter told Potter she was welcome to proceed
with enlistment into the Marines but there was a familiar
catch-phrase ringing in the back of her mind that motivated
her to walk a few more doors down the hallway to the
Army’s recruiting office.
“When I came home from the recruiting office that day
my family thought I was joking when I told them I had
enlisted in the Army and not the Marines,” said Potter.
“I looked up at the Army sign on the door and saw the
slogan ‘Be all you can be’ and knew that was me and what
I was going for.”
Two months passed as Potter continued to tell her Family
that she had enlisted in the Army and not the Marines when
the Army recruiter finally came by one day to pick her up
for travel to basic training.
“My Family still didn’t believe I had joined the
Army even with the recruiter standing at our front
door,” she said.
Prior to her Army enlistment, Potter knew discipline
and was looking forward to her senior year of college and
Master Sgt. Ruth Potter, Headquarters and Headquarters
Company, 194th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion. —
U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall
graduation. Moving out of the college dormitory and into
society was something she had to do.
“I wanted to go places and be independent, not
relying on my parents who were paying my way through
school,” she said.
“After my first week in Army basic training at Fort
Dix, N.J. with a drill sergeant up close in my face, yelling
instructions at me, I realized it was time to woman-up and
stand up for myself,” said Potter. “My drill sergeant was a
great role model to get me started in my Army career.”
Potter graduated from advanced individual training as
a transportation specialist and reported to her first duty
station in Fort Carson, Colo.
“In the beginning, I didn’t really care much about my
NCOs at my first permanent party assignment,” said Potter.
“They sounded like my mom and my dad and I believed
I didn’t need their opinions because I had too many of
my own. As time went on, and I saw the NCOs doing
what they do – taking care of us – I figured out they really
made me part of a new family away from home. I got a
birthday card from my squad leader during that time and
that motivated me to want to be an NCO so I can take of
Soldiers, too.”
Potter said parents entrust the lives of their children
to NCOs and that Soldiers’ well-being has been the focus
of her career.
“I still remember my NCO induction ceremony and it’s
one of the proudest moments of my life,” said Potter. “From
that moment, I became responsible for the lives and morale
of other Soldiers, and also their futures. Everyone in my
section is enrolled in college and there’s no reason why you
shouldn’t be able to complete at least an associate’s degree
by the end of your first enlistment contract.”
When Potter began her Army career, she planned to serve only
20 years. Now she plans to stay active duty up to 25 years.
“When I retire, I plan on running my own catering business
and I know it’ll be around the military because I love working
with Soldiers,” she said. “The Army has taught me a very valuable
lesson in life … it’s taught me who I am.”
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Daegu Garrison holds town hall
By USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP WALKER — Soldiers, Family
Members and Civilians filled the Camp
Walker Chapel Fellowship Hall on the
evening of July 28 when US Army Garrison
Daegu held their first town hall meeting of
the year.
Ready to answer questions from
the community were Daegu Garrison
Commander Col. Terry D. Hodges,
Command Sgt. Maj. David Abbott, Deputy
Garrison Commander Bill Christman and
some 20 other personnel representing
virtually every service provider in the Daegu
area.
Hodges took a few minutes to open
his first Daegu town hall by explaining
the way ahead at the Garrison and a little
bit about what being a focal area for tour
normalization in Korea will mean to the
community. He also stressed that it is
not just the Garrison but the community
members that help make Daegu a station of
choice and winner of an Army Community
of Excellence Award.
Then, with the cameras of AFN Korea
rolling to catch the action, the floor was
Learn Korean language with ACS
By Kim A-yeon
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP HENRY — If you want to learn
Korean but you don’t know where to learn,
don’t hesitate! Have you ever heard of the
Korean Class at Army Community Service?
Camp Henry’s ACS prepares Korean classes
(TOP) Kyungbook University student intern Seo Jung-Jung is conducting her Korean language
class for beginners with students of Hunsa Nile, Vivian Thomas and Melo Jane. D. Welch
(BOTTOM) Melo Jane D. Welch, student at Korean Class smiles holding a her Korean Name
Card.— U.S. Army photos by Kim A-yeon
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Daegu Garrison Commander Col. Terry D. Hodges is giving a speech during Daegu Garrison’s
first town hall meeting.— U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Park Kyung-rock
opened up for questions. These ranged from
child care issues at Camp Carroll to the
closure of the AAFES Shoppette at Camp
George, housing office procedures and utility
bills, veterinary services and drivers license
tests, spouse welcome aboard briefings to
playgrounds (or, the lack thereof ).
At the conclusion of the meeting, all were
able to enjoy the pizzas provided courtesy
of AAFES, as they networked with leaders,
for Soldiers, Civilians and their family
members.
You can choose a class according to your
Korean linguistic ability after enrollment.
Enrollment is very simple. You just need to
sign the resister. ACS has three class levels:
Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.
An intern from Kyungpook National
University teaches Beginner Class. It is
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‘Safety Guy’teaches pet
safety to childeren
service providers and each other in search of
ways to make the community better.
Look here in the area IV section of the Mr. Charles Ryan dressed up as the ‘Safety
Morning Calm Weekly and on the USAG Guy’ and taught pet safety using childeren’s
Daegu Web site http://ima.korea.army.mil/ books.— U.S. Army photo by Stephanie K.
areaiv/ as answers to community questions Strong
get posted and the Garrison works through
some of the issues raised. Stay tuned for By Charles Ryan
the next Town Hall which should be taking 19th ESC Safety Manager
place sometime in October of this year. Recently the 19th ESC Safety Manager,
Charles Ryan, read a children’s book at
the Camp Walker Library ‘Story Hour’.
Dressed up as the ‘Safety Guy,’ Ryan read
books that taught children and adults
open from 11 a.m. to noon every Tuesday
about the dangers of petting stray dogs, or
and Thursday morning. You can have a
dogs they don’t know. “You should always
chance to talk with a young Korean. To
ask the pet’s owner ‘May I pet your dog?’
more learn, you can take Intermediate
before just reaching out” explained Mr.
or Advanced Class instructed by ACS
Ryan. “Dogs have feelings and moods too;
volunteers. Intermediate class is held from
so think safety first! This is the best way to
noon to 1 p.m. on every Thursday and
stay safe around dogs and pets.”
Advanced Class is the same time every
Monday and Thursday.
In a typical Beginner Class on Aug. 4, Camps George and
Seo Jung-Jung, an intern at ACS, prepared Henry Water is Good
a handout for her students. Most students
of Beginner Class are not good at Korean
or are new to Korea. They learn Korean
by various ways. One day they sang a
Korean child song, on the other day they
made Korean names and learned Konglish
(Korean English) words.
Seo said, “I want not only to teach Korean
language but also Korean culture because my
students are unfamiliar with Korea.”
Vivian Thomas, Civilian Family Member
said, “I want to learn Korean language
and culture. I enjoy the class and the
enthusiasm of the instructor. I hope the
class is continued.”
“I learn Korean little by little everyday,”
another family member, Melo Jane D. Welch
said, “I will keep studying Korean with ACS.
As I learn Korea and Korean culture I feel The inspection of water tower work on the
better that I understand more.” Camp Henry and Camp George is now
When Melo was in trouble with Korean complete. — U.S. Army photo by Kim,
landlord, she learned how to say some Moon Hee
Korean sentences at the class. Also when By USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
Hunsa Nile, military spouse, wanted to
know how to eat Korean Barbeque at local The required structural inspection of
restaurant, she asked the instructor and Camp Henry water tank is complete.
learned how to eat. The USAG Daegu Department of Public
Nile added, “I want to learn more Korean Works (DPW) has filled the tank, tested
language and Korean culture. I would like to the drinking water and found it to be
be able to do some conversation in Korean. potable. Now it is fine to drink water on
To make my wish, this class is really helpful. Camp Henry and George. Thank you for
Also I’ve met a lot of spouses at the class. If your cooperation during the inspection.
For more information, contact Joe Wendl
— See KOREAN Page 27 — at 764-4421.
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t News & Notes Office Spotlight: Human Resources

Samsung Lions
Pro-Baseball Game (vs. KIA)
Come enjoy Samgsum Lion Pro-
baseball game 5:00 p.m. Friday Aug 15.
The game will be held at Daegu Citizen’s
Stadium, baseball field. The bus will
depart from Commissary parking lot
and the other from HQ building Daegu
Garrison at 4:00 p.m. Tickets are First
come, First served. Tickets can be
picked from Public Affairs Office, Daegu
Garrison. For more information, please
contact Chongy2@korea.army.mil.
Now Hiring!
Apple Tree gift store is now hiring. There
are two positions available: Assistant
Manger and Bookkeeper. Please stop
by the Apple Tree for details. For more
information please contact Kelly Abbott,
manager at 053-474-0884.
Korean Home Visitation
Would you like a traditional Korean
Meal with our wonderful Korean
Hosts? WHO: Soldiers, DA Civilians,
Family Members WHEN: You decide
the date!!! WHERE: Residence of our
Good Neighbor WHY: Promote ROK-
US friendship and community For
information, call 768-6684/7851.
Register in ADPAAS now!
All SOFA military, civilian (APF/NAF),
contractors and Family Members
must be registered in the Army
Disaster Personnel Accountability
and Assessment System(ADPAAS). It
takes about 10 minutes. Sponsors can
register family members. When an
exercise is called, each sponsor must
go on-line to ADPAAS and let the Army
know where you and your family are.
For information, call 768-8968.
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.
By Christopher E. Miller and Christopher J.
Mead
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP HENRY — When you hear
“human resources” what comes to mind?
Most people would say that HR handles
personnel matters. But Daegu Garrison’s
Directorate of Human Resources does a lot
more than just personnel.
Of course, one of their main goals is
taking care of the “human capital” which
comprises Daegu Garrison They deal
with both Military and Civilian personnel
processes, U.S. and Korean as well. They are
in charge of the Official and Consolidated
mail rooms. DHR also runs substance
abuse programs, and includes Army Career
and Alumni Program (ACAP) which helps
Soldiers transition out of the military gives
then a head start towards a new career.
Don’t forget the ID card, CAC and
DEERS sections; they are also part of DHR,
as is the Transition Center and the Army
Continuing Education Division.
“I don’t believe many people realize
that the DHR is comprised of multiple
functional areas,” said Stephanie Williams,
director of DHR. “To include: ID Card
Section; military personnel; civilian
personnel, including Department of the
Army Civilians, Korean Nationals, students,
15km Loop Race meets the Challenge
By Modesto C. Algarin
Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Director
CAMP CARROLL — For runners
who find early morning races daunting
and welcome the chance to idle over their
breakfast and reading their Saturday paper,
the 15 km “Loop Race” was the answer for
the 40 runners who dared to the challenge
to participate.
The event was held at 8:00 a.m. on
Saturday, Aug 1. It offered runners the
chance to test their spirits over the scenic run
Marleen Rosalie (left) chief of administrative services, and Director of the Human Resources
Directorate Stephanie Williams get their heads together to plan how best to take care of the
many people that depend on their services. — U.S. Army photo by Christopher E. Miller
contract personnel and others; Alcohol and
Substance Abuse Programs; and the official
and consolidated mail facilities.”
What exactly are the differences between
“official” and “consolidated” mail? Williams
explained: “The official mailroom takes
care of the distribution operations and
processing of controlled mail. For example,
the official mailroom may address, handle
and transmit mail to other U.S. Army or
Federal organizations.
“The consolidated mailroom delivers
personal mail (bills, magazines, packages,
etc.) to U.S. citizens living outside the
along the popular hills of both the BEQ and
the gate #2 main strip, among other spots
alone the challenging route through the
intramurals of Camp Carroll, Waegwan.
Established in 2006, the 15 km “Loop
Race” boasts a distinguished history as is one
of the two longest distance races offered at
Camp Carroll, Daegu Area. The mission of
the Camp Carroll Sports Running Program
is to provide our community with then yet
another sports, leisure activity conducted in
a safe environment that makes sure to build
esprit de corps, support fitness goals, and
United States. Although a mail box is located
outside the consolidated mailroom, neither
of the mail facilities (official or consolidated)
personnel sell stamps or process outgoing
mail being sent to friends and family back
in the United States.”
How do new employees get to Daegu
Garrison? DHR has that answer as well.
“In addition and through collaboration
with the Civilian Human Resources Agency
Far East, the DHR is responsible for hiring
employees, advising management on
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enhance community relations among our
Soldiers, civilians, etc...
The Men’s overall winner Thomas
Marnoch established an early lead that he
maintained from start to finish. He crossed
the finish line in an impressive 56:57
almost four minutes difference from second
place participant Mr. Patrick Noble who’s
1:00:45 time was overalls second best. In
the women’s category Alice Kim stopped the
clock at 1:11:19 while Amanda Fisher ran
to a second best in the same division with a
time of 1:19:02.

KAFC hosts 11th closing ceremony at Novotel

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 768-8760.
USAG Daegu Gaming
If you want to meet other gamers in
Korea, then you can just provide your
Gamer tag or Online ID at your local
USAG Daegu Gaming Corner. Sign
up at your Community Activity Center
Today! You will have a chance to
organize and compete against other
local teams.
We Want Your Stories
If you want to advertise any events or
information for the Area IV community
in the Morning Calm Weekly, please
send an e-mail to Cpl. Park Kyung-
rock, kyungrock.park@korea.army.mil
or 768-8070 for Camp Walker, Henry
and George and contact Cpl. Lee
Dodam, dodam.lee@korea.army.mil
for Camp Carroll.
By Pfc. Adrianna N. Lucas
19th ESC Public Affairs
DAEGU — The 11th Korean American
Friendship Circle opens the night with live
entertainment, awards and plenty of laughs
at the Novotel Hotel Daegu July 12.
The closing dinner ceremony signifies
the end of a semester for the college interns
participating in the good neighbor program
that allows them to serve under 19th
Expeditionary Sustainment Command
for college credit.
Both American and Korean sponsors of the
program host an opening and closing dinner Students from the Lincoln House Daegu School opened the 11th Korean American Friendship
for the students coming from eight different circle with a percussion performance. — U.S. Army photos by Pfc. Adrianna N. Lucas
universities in the Daegu community area.
The night opened with live performances Brian S. Connie. Once all the certificates were “I learned how to coordinate an event
from students of the Lincoln House Daegu presented to the interns and presented the from start to finish; we start with flyers and
School. They performed Nanta, which is a awardees and the presenters came together then work on transportation and whatever
percussion recital. for a group photo. else is needed for the event.”
All the interns were then presented with “What I learned from my internship here As the night went on, dinner was served
certificates of completion and outstanding with the 19th is better organizational and a slideshow of various activities the
contributions to the KAFC by Brig. Gen. skills,” said Sarah Yeou from the interns took part in was shown. The crowd
Xavier P. Lobeto, Commanding General Community Relations section, a student at laughed and reflected on the past semester
of the 19th ESC and Command Sgt. Maj. Kyungpook National University. spent at Team 19.
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Pet of the Month: Sparky Kick it! Break it! and Scream it!
By Christopher E. Miller
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
Adopt me?
This is Sparky, the one year old
Pomeranian mix. With a very rambunctious
attitude, wonderful with adults and
children, Sparky makes for the perfect
pet. Was found on the 4th of July and
would love to have a caring home. He is
neutered and has already taken his first
set of shots.
If you would like to meet Sparky, or any
of the other pets available for adoption,
please contact the adoption center on
Camp Walker at 764-4858.
OFFICE
performance matters and ensuring civilian
personnel practices conform to various
policies and procedures. DHR works hard
to ensure personnel policies and practices
are fair and equitable for all personnel.”
Obviously there is a lot on DHR’s plate,
but Williams enjoys the challenge.
“As the Director, I feel privileged for
the opportunity to share my experiences,
knowledge and lessons learned with
others that may benefit,” she said. “Our
organization’s greatest resource is its people
KOREAN
spouses have baby sitters or the class opens
at Camp George, I think more spouses will
attend the class.”
Surprisingly Korean classes at ACS are
free. You don’t need pay for learning Korean
language and culture, but you can meet
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and as my personal tenet, I believe in
taking care of people.”
The rest of the people at DHR
have a big hand in the success of the
department. “The DHR staff is a
seasoned group of people and genuinely
care about the well-being of Soldiers,
Family Members, civilians and others
assigned to USAG-D,” Williams said.
DHR is located in the Daegu
Garrison Headquarters Building on
Camp Henry.
many friends of different nationalities and
talk with native Koreans.
“I always tell students my experience,”
Seo said, “Though I am not a perfect
English speaker, I can talk with any
foreigners. Don’t try to be a perfect
By Cpl. Lee, Dodam
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
KATUSA Soldiers from Area IV
participated in Taekwondo promotion
test July 29 at the Camp Carroll Crown
Jewel Fitness Center. Soldiers had been
practicing for several months for this
test. Official Taekwondo classes were
offered every Wednesday afternoon after
KATUSA mental training.
Confirming their dedication and hard
training, most of Soldiers passed the test
successfully. The test was composed of
many tasks including breaking wooden
board, Pumsae (forms or literally, “quality
KATUSA Soldiers participated in Taekwondo promotion test July 29 at Camp Carroll Crown
Jewel fitness center. — U.S. Army photo by So Ki-chun
Korean speaker. And you don’t need
to try to study Korean, but try to
communicate and just enjoy talking
with Korean.”
Many people who want to learn
any foreign languages feel a burden.
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Shapes of Strength”), kick and self-
defense.
They are now hoping to transfer these
skills to U.S. Soldiers which could be a
barrier-breaking experience between the
two cultures.
“I think it was a very meaningful
experience,” said Pfc. Lim, Eunkyu,
Headquarters & Headquarters Company,
U.S. Army Garrison Daegu, Chaplain
assistant. “Although I am Korean, it was
first time learning Korean traditional
martial arts. From the experience I got
to understand our culture even better. I
can’t wait to introduce Taekwondo to U.S.
Soldiers in the near future.”
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But language is a part of their culture.
Learning language is not difficult if you
are open-minded to other cultures.
For more information, please contact
Camp Henry ACS at 768-7112 or
768-8799.
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AREA IV Job Opportunities

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER VACANCY GRADE LOCATION CLOSE DATE

APF US CITIZEN POSITIONS

Camps Henry, Walker , George
KOEZ09096461 Supv Housing Spec YC-2 USAG, DPW, Housing Aug 7
KOEZ09634972 Supv Human Resources Spec YC-3 CHRA, Area IV CPAC Aug 7
KOEZ09963898 Human Resources Spec YA-2 CHRA,, Area IV CPAC Aug 7
KOEZ09589904 Supv Substance Abuse Spec YC-2 USAG, DHR, A&DCO Aug 7
KOEZ09632193 Logistics Management Spec YA-2 Sus Cmd 403rd Spt Bde Aug 10
KOEZ09389039r Current Ops Spec GS-12 USAG DPTMS Aug 14
KOEZ09626686 Social Worker GS-12 DFMWR, ACS Aug 14
KOEZ09670772 Safety & Occu Health Spc YA-2 Sus Cmd, 403rd Spt Bde Aug 14
KOEZ09430766R Mechanical Engineer GS-11 USAG, DPW Aug 26

Camp Carroll
KOEZ0955397 Safety & Occu Health Spec GS-11 501st SBDE Aug 11
KOEZ09652393 Hvy Mobile Equip Mech Supv GS-12 AFSBN-NEA Aug 14
KOEZ09180319R1 Safety & Occu Health Spec GS-11 MSC-K Aug 17

NAF US CITIZEN POSITIONS

Camps Henry, Walker , George
Cf09-420 CYS Facility Director NF-4 DFMWR, CDC Aug 10
KRNAFEZ09-004-K4-R2 CYS Functional Tech Spec NF-4 DFMWR, CYSS Aug 20
KRNAFEZ09-005-KR-R2 CYS Program Assoc Tech Lab NF-3 DFMWR, SAS Aug 24

NAF KN & 3RD COUNTRY FAMILY MEMBER POSITIONS

Camp Carroll
SA-09-0834T Nursing Assistant KGS-5 Health Clinic Aug 10

For more information, contact Employment Readiness Program Manager, Steven Wegley at 768-7951
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