October 26, 2007 • Volume 6, Issue 04
mil Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea
Korean performers
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bring talents to
Warrior Country
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Wartime Host Nation
Support vital for
Alliance readiness
by Lt. Col. Kam Gunther
J4 Wartime Host Nation Support
The reception, staging, and onward
movement of US forces arriving in Korea
during a contingency will not be possible
without extensive logistical support from
the host nation. The US has developed and
routinely tests an extensive Wartime Host
Nation Support program with the Republic
of Korea. This article will provide key
information on the US and ROK WHNS
program in Korea.
WHNS is defined as military and civilian
resources and assistance provided by the
ROK for the reception, staging, onward
movement, integration and sustainment of
US forces, in times of crisis, hostilities, or
war as set forth in agreements between the
US and ROK governments. The mission of
the ROK/US WHNS Plan is to allow the
rapid deployment of US combat forces to
the Korean Peninsula in a crisis through
initial use of ROK-provided combat service
support assets that may be backfilled with
US logistics units later in the fight.
The WHNS program is coordinated by
the ROK Ministry of National Defense, and
the United States Forces Korea Assistant
Chief of Staff, J4 WHNS Branch. MND
and USFK J4 serve as conduits between
both governments for all WHNS matters.
During Armistice, we develop plans and
Memorandums of Agreement for using of
WHNS assets during hostilities. During
wartime, we execute those plans, prepare
to receive the approved WHNS assets, and
acquire unforeseen host nation support
for subordinate units as necessary, with
assistance from functional area proponents
located on the USFK and Component staffs.
The WHNS unforeseen support process is
available to expeditiously satisfy any new
requirement, or requirements previously
submitted but not yet approved by the
ROK MND.
The capstone document of the WHNS
program is the Umbrella Agreement signed
in 1991 by the US Secretary of Defense and
the Republic of Korea Minister National
Defense. The WHNS program was formally
established when the ROK National
Assembly ratified the agreement in 1992.
US forces submitted their first
requirements to the ROK MND in 1994.
The first ROK Provisional Support Plan
was published in 1995 and is published bi-
annually, for implementation in January of
every other year.
Under the Umbrella Agreement, the
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U.S., Korean police Humphreys
build teamwork in students explore
‘the field’ American history
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Humphreys opens new Soldier barracks:
Ribbon-cutting ceremony marks garrison transformation milestone
See Page 21 for
story and photos
Officials at USAG Humphreys held a ribbon cutting ceremony to open a new barracks on MP Hill Oct. 19. This new facility, which took two years
to construct, is part of the transformation taking place at Humphreys and is worth $17 million. Featured in the photo are Spcs. Charlotte Reyes,
the Training NCO for 602nd Aviation Support Battalion and a resident of the new facility, and Matthew Godbold, Company A, 602nd ASB. The
new barracks are just one of many projects underway as part of the Army’s transformation process. — U.S. Army Photo By Andre Butler
Republic of Korea has agreed to provide
resources during hostilities in 12 functional
areas. Technical arrangements contain Bomshel tour continues to
‘Stomp’ across peninsula
the general procedures to acquire host
nation resources in a given functional
area. These 12 areas include: ammunition
services; communication services (domestic
and international circuits): engineering
equipment and services: field services:
maintenance equipment and services:
medical, hospitals and supplies: NBC
equipment: personnel: petroleum, security:
subsistence: and transportation.
A WHNS requirement must meet
specific criteria in order to qualify as a
valid WHNS request. By agreement,
WHNS assets are authorized only for the
support of US forces. This means that
Non-Combatant Evacuation Operations
and Non-Government requests will not go
through the WHNS process. NEO/NGO
requests must go through the Ministry
of Foreign Affairs and Trade; whereas
WHNS requests go through the MND.
Also, WHNS assets are available only
after approval by the ROK government,
and a declaration of mobilization by the
ROK Government. Occasionally, assets or
services we receive may not be what we asked
for or planned for. One way to minimize the The country duo Bomshel continues their lively tour of military installations throughout
exposure to this risk is to be very specific in the Republic of Korea. The band may be bringing the “Bomshel Stomp” to an installa-
identifying our requirements. Again, any tion near you. For a performance schedule and “Bomshel Blog”, see page 18. — Photo
courtesy of MWR
— See WHNS page 4 —
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The forecast calls for “ICE”
by Irv Taylor
IMCOM-Korea
Winter is just around the corner. Of
course, associated with winter are cold
temperatures, sometimes snow, and even
ice. However, another type of ICE is a year-
long event which focuses on satisfaction.
ICE stands for “Interactive Customer
Evaluation” and is a web-based program
(http://ice.disa.mil) that offers customers
an instantaneous mechanism to provide
Service Providers feedback. The feedback is
instantaneous because as soon as a customer
hits “send”, their comments appear in an e-
mail to the appropriate Service Provider. At
some locations such as US Army Garrisons
Yongsan and Humphreys, there are also
ICE kiosks situated at “high traffic” areas
for customer convenience. For example,
if you receive good or bad service from a
Service Provider, these kiosks provide an
expedient method to submit feedback while
the issue is still fresh in your memory.
ICE is a component of an overall process
recognized as Customer Management
Ser vices/Customer Relationship
Management. CMS/CRM recognizes that
customer feedback is essential to maximizing
the efficiency of services delivered by the
installation. It also acknowledges that
there are many stakeholders involved
in the process such as servicemembers,
retirees, volunteers, family members, and
civilian employees. As customers use ICE
and provide opinions, Service Providers
can evaluate their feedback as a gauge for
improvement.
The ICE system expanded from a
1998 concept between the Secretary of
Defense Quality Management Office
and the European Command Deputy
Commander and has grown into allowing
customers to evaluate services at places
such as Iraq, United Arab Emirates,
Qatar, and Kyrgystan. There continues
to be a misconception that it is merely
nothing more than a technological way
to submit complaints. In the past, some
Service Providers experienced anxiety
thinking that their performance would be
severely scrutinized based on an unsatisfied
customer’s comment. However, as with any
good system, ICE recognizes that a trend
and analysis of satisfactory or unsatisfactory
service is the best and most factual way to
identify whether a Service Provider is truly
serving the customer. A lot of positive ICE
comments have been directed to Service
Providers due to their dedicated workforce
who recognizes that they are “customers
serving customers”.
Another feature of ICE allows individuals
to leave their contact information (e.g.,
name, cell phone number, or e-mail address)
for a reply from the respective Service
Provider. Service Providers are required to
provide customers with a personal response
no-later-than five working days after the
comment is submitted. They should also
notify customers if a situation will delay
their reply, however if an individual do
not leave their contact information, Service
Providers are not required to answer.
What is in it for you – the customer?
Typically, when an individual accesses the
website and directs their way to a particular
Service Provider, they will be able to provide
feedback using the on-line customer
comment card and view information such
as a Service Provider’s location, days/hours
of operation, telephone number, and
description of services. If the Service
Provider chooses to do so, they can advertise
special events or highlight changes to their
operation.
For the next several years, ICE will
continue to be a streamlined, customer-
focused system used by a variety of DoD
agencies.
Taking the philosophy of “customers
serving customers” as the premise behind
ICE, it ensures a fair and responsive system
for all of us. In other words, become active
in your community with a little ICE on
the ROK!

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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: Purchasing in Excess of Personal

Needs, Subject #1 purchased numerous
items in excess of personal needs from the
USAG-Casey Shoppette. Subject #1 was
apprehended and transported to the USAG-
Casey PMO where she rendered a written
statement denying the offense. A check of
PIMS-K revealed Subject #1 had made sev-
eral purchases in the past that were in excess
of personal needs. Subject #1’s RCP was re-
tained. Subject #1 was issued an Order to
Show Cause Memorandum and released on
her own recognizance. This is a final report.

AREA II: Shoplifting, Subject #1, Subject #2

and Subject #3 were observed, via CCTV, re-
moving one perfume, six shirts, one Hallow-
een costume, one book, one bra/panty set,
one dress and one bottle of lotion and exit-
ing the protected location without rendering
proper payment. Subject #1, Subject #2 and
Subject #3 were detained and transported to
the USGA-Yongsan PMO where they were
advised of their legal rights, in the presence
of their sponsors, which they waived, render-
ing written sworn statements admitting to the
offense. Subject #1, Subject #2 and Subject
#3 were processed and released to their
sponsors. The merchandise was returned
to AAFES. Subject #1’s, Subject #2’s and
Subject #3’s RCPs were retained. This is a
final report.
AREA III: Traffic Accident without Injuries,
Damage to Private Property, Unsafe Backing,
Subject #1, operating a POV, while backing
struck Victim #1’s POV in the parking lot.
Damages to Subject #1’s vehicle consisted of
scratches and paint transfer to the right rear
bumper and a broken right taillight. Damages
to Victim #1’s vehicle consisted of scratches
and paint transfer to the left front bumper and
a broken left headlight. Subject #1 was trans-
ported to the USAG-Humphreys PMO where
he was advised of his legal rights, which
he waived, rendering a written statement
admitting to the offenses. Subject #1 was
processed and released on his own recogni-
zance. Subject #1 and Victim #1 reported uti-
lization of their seatbelts. ECOD is unknown.
This is a final report.
AREA III: Fraudulent Use of Another’s Iden-
tity, Subject #1 attempted to gain access to
USAG-Humphreys by the use of an ID card
belonging to another Soldier who was report-
ed AWOL on Oct. 16. Further investigation
revealed Subject #1 did not have possession
of his ID card and had used the other Sol-
diers’ ID card four times prior to gain entry
onto USAG-Humphreys. Subject #1 was
advised of his legal rights, which he waived,
rendering a written statement admitting to the
offense, and was released to his unit. A name
check was conducted on Subject #1 and no
previous reports of lost ID cards were found.
Subject #1’s ID card was flagged in BIDS.
The other persons’ ID card was retained. In-
vestigation continues by MPI.
AREA V: Damaging of AAFES Property, Lar-
ceny of AAFES Property, Person(s) unknown,
by means unknown, damaged a vending ma-
chine, which was secured and unattended.
Person(s) unknown then removed various
items from the vending machine. Damages to
the vending machine consisted of a shattered
glass. A search of the area for subject(s)
and/or witness(es) met with negative results.
ECOD is $50. ECOL is $129.45
(In Front) Tess Conrad poses with the Cubscouts. (From left) Nicholas Bell, Graham Forrester, Austin Matautia, Joshua Fandrick, Jacob Fan-
drick, Ben Johnson, Sam Hanley, Danny Kim, Mathew Conrad, from Den 5 of Cubscout Pack 89, climbed historic Mount Ansan Oct. 21. During
their climb, the scouts explored the observation deck at the summit of Mount Ansan, from which they could get a bird’s-eye-view of Seoul. The
Main Palace, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan and Seoul Tower can be seen from the peak, as well as the 63 Building across the Han River. The
Cubscouts also took time to make note of local plantlife along the mountain’s nature trails. — Photo By Anja Johnson
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities
Hike Mt. Ansan (Seoul) Palace Ceremony (Seoul)
Hiking Ansan is a nice break from the traffic and concrete of The Palace Sumunjang Exchange Ceremony takes place daily,
Seoul, while providing spectacular views of the city. It’s about a except Mondays, or when the temperature is below five degrees.
2 hour climb to the summit. During the Korean War, Ansan was Ceremony times are 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. The
known as “Hill 296,” and it was the site of some of the the most performance takes place in front of the Daehanmun Deoksugung
intense fighting during the war. To get to Ansan, take Subway Palace located at the corner of the busiest intersection of
line 3 to Dongnimmun Station. Walk behind Seodaemun Prison downtown Seoul. Deoksugung Palace is famous for its elegant
History Hall (to the south) near the apartment complexes. Start stone-wall road. The Western buildings beside the palace add
up the paved trail and keep heading up. The trail eventually to the unique scenery. Deoksugung Palace originally belonged
turns to dirt. On the way back, the trail down the south side of to Wolsandaegun (1454~1488), the older brother of King
Ansan takes you past Bongwansa Buddhist Temple and to Ewha Seongjong (1469~1494) of the Joseon Dynasty. It became
Women’s University. a proper palace when Gwanghaegun (1575~1641) ascended
the throne and gave the palace the name Gyeongungung in
Taekwondo (Seoul) 1611. Later, the name was changed to Deoksugung. For more
Korea’s Taekwondo martial art is taught throughout the world. information, visit, www.tour2korea.com
At Gyeonghuigung, Taekwondo culture performances are held
on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The performances present Everland Halloween (Oct. 26- Nov. 5)
Taekwondo with classical Korean music, along with Samullori Autumn marks the beginning of Everland’s fall festival. Celebrate
(a traditional Korean percussion quartet). Also included in the the spirit of Halloween fun at Everland, the land of festivals
performance is Kukkiwon’s traditional Taekwondo performance. and adventures. The Halloween ghosts are inviting you to the
There is a Taekwondo hands-on program for foreigners as well “Happy Halloween” festival through Nov. 5. For the second
labeled ‘Yap!Taekwon’. Participants will learn how to wear a edition of its kind at Everland, a 2.5 meter high jack-o’-lantern
Taekwondo uniform, practice meditation, practice Taekwondo’s installment is set up at the entrance along with various holiday
basic forms, learn the art of self-defense and board-breaking. related items displayed at 23 different locations around the
When completing this course, participants will receive entire park. Popular monsters and ghosts such as Dracula and
completion badges with the president’s name of Kukkiwon on Frankenstein await visitors. The highlight of this festival is the
them. The dynamic Taekwondo program will allow guests to “Happy Halloween Party,” a parade featuring floats, six air shot
take pictures in their Taekwondo uniforms. carts, four sugar carts, and more. The parade is 400m long, and
lasts for 30 minutes. The streets are filled with 58 performers, and
Percussion Fest (Through Sunday) thousands of Halloween sponge balls flying into the air. Everland
The International Percussion Festival mainly led by professor is open until 10 p.m. during the celebration. Visitors to the park
Choi Jong-shil, the pioneer of Samulnori, is the nation’s first are invited to dress in costume to celebrate the festivities. The
festival devoted to the percussion instrument and its musicians floats feature pumpkin fairies, a pipe organ, Dracula’s castle,
and is held in Samcheonpo Bridge Memorial Park and graveyards, and more. Also, magic shows and Halloween bands
throughout the city. The festival’s hightlight is Samcheonpo perform at the European Court everyday. Numerous Halloween
Korean farm music containing 12 episodes. The Samcheonpo characters in costume will be walking the streets of Everland
Korean farm music mainly consists of Street Military During ever-ready to pose for photographs with ghosts, boblins and
the festival the Percussion Instrument Festival will also be held princesses of all ages throughout the festival. Everland located in
with the participation of world famous percussionists from the Yongin, is a big theme park, which includes a zoo and botanical
U.S., Taiwan, Japan, France and Brazil. For more information, garden among its top attractions. For more information, visit
visit www.tour2korea.com www.tour2korea.com
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Manufacturers recall
infant cough & cold
medications
18th Medical Command
On Oc t o b e r 1 1 , t h e C o n s u m e r
Healthcare Products Association, on behalf
of the leading makers of over-the-counter
cough and cold medicines, announced
the voluntary withdrawal of oral infant
medications from store shelves.
Here are the facts: The voluntary
withdrawal of OTC oral infant cough and
cold medicines was initiated by the makers
of those medications as a safety precaution.
This is not a mandatory recall.
• Kids’ OTC cough and cold medicines
are both safe and effective when used
correctly. Rare cases of overdose from
misuse, however, have occurred—
particularly in infants less than two years
of age.
• Infants under the age of two are the
most vulnerable to the consequences of
this misuse.
• The voluntary withdrawal only affects
oral infant cough and cold medications.
WHNS
requirements. Again, any requested assets
or services must fall into one of the twelve
functional area categories.
How do we validate the USFK WHNS
plan during peacetime? WHNS exercises
are a critical part of ensuring that our
WHNS program is executable. It takes an
extensive amount of coordination, planning,
and integration to execute, observe and
evaluate these exercises. We do this through
the following events.
1) Field Transfer Exercises: Assets from a
ROK civilian company are delivered to a US
using unit. The US using unit inspects and
tests the asset to see if it meets the need. If
the asset passes the test, the using / operating
unit then signs a receipt for the items. We
have conducted exercises for receipt of
trucks, buses, forklifts, cranes, POL Tankers,
shower and bath services, etc.
2) Site Survey: Using US units
conduct a terrain walk on a WHNS real
estate record. The unit validates if the site
is still suitable for their use, and meets all
requirements. The units are encouraged to
assess security, accessibility, environmental
concerns, utilities, etc., when conducting
the site survey.
3) Coordination Exercise: Using US
units meet with ROK civil providers to
validate and refine how WHNS assets will
be used. An example -- a meeting with a
ROK Construction company, or vehicle
maintenance facility, to see what their
capabilities are and to validate if the asset is
still suitable for US use. As with site surveys,
security, accessibility, availability of utilities
and other concerns are also reviewed.
4) Communications Exercise: U.S. units
validate POC information in a WHNS
record by contacting the ROK providing
unit to ensure phone numbers are up to
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It does not affect any other children’s
medicines.
Br a n d s b e i n g r e c a l l e d i n c l u d e :
Dimetapp, Pedia Care, Triaminic, Tylenol,
Robitussin and Little Colds. Most
companies making generic equivalent
products are also pulling those products
as well.
Patients are being directed to take the
medication back to the store where it was
purchased for a full refund.
Please address any questions or concerns
to any of our 18th Medical Command
Pharmacy staff at DSN 737-6105.
Additional information is also available
at http://www.otcsafety.org/
The website lists specific brand names
and packaging appearance of products
currrently under voluntary recall by the
manufacturers.
Products being recalled include
several types over-the-counter of infant
cough and cold medications.
Continued from page 1
date, and to confirm that the ROK is
prepared to execute the record. US units
are required to do a 100% COMEX of
all WHNS records during the two annual
combined JSC exercises.
The J4 WHNS branch updates the data
base to reflect changes discovered during
COMEXs.
U.S. forces submit their planned WHNS
requirements during even-numbered years. PAID ADVERTISING
The ROK MND approves the WHNS
Provisional Support Plan (PSP) during
odd-numbered years.
The 2005 ROK WHNS PSP became
effective on Jan. 1, 2006. New submissions
for the 2007 Plan were provided to MND
in June 2006. The US requirements are
developed using mission analysis at unit
level, and submitted via an automated,
web-based process that is reviewed at
Component, functional and USFK levels.
The intent is to fill as many equipment,
services, and real estate shortfalls as possible
through the use of local national assets.
It is critical to remember that we are here
to support the ROK forces during wartime,
not the reverse. Therefore, US forces must
maintain continuous contact with their
ROK counterparts to finalize security plans,
WHNS support, and maintain positive
relationships with their ROK counterparts
at all times.
Through our combined efforts, we have
developed, and are continually improving
procedures for effectively planning and
executing WHNS support. WHNS is a
critical combat multiplier for USFK to more
effectively support the Combined Forces
Command mission.
WHNS is a shining example of our
Commander’s motto of “Katche Kapchida”,
which means, “We go together”.
OCTOBER 26, 2007
Pak, I Kyong, environmental control specialist, teaches environmental control techniques to the students of the Additional Duty Safety Officers course Oct. 19 at USAG-Casey.—U.S. Army Photo
By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Employees get safety training at Casey
James Kang, 2nd Infantry Division safety
officer, moniters the ADSO course at Camp
Casey Oct. 19.—U.S. Army Photo By Jim
Cunningham
AREA I
by Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
CASEY GARRISON — The U.S. Army
recognizes that safety is a primary concern
to all. From the Soldiers in the field to
the civilians working to support them, all
have responsibilities in maintaining a safe
working environment. For this reason,
federal regulations, both the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration and
the U.S. Army, require all organizations,
military and civilian, to have a written safety
program for their activity. To comply with
regulations and to ensure safety officers are
always available, the 2nd Infantry Division
commanding officer and the 2ID Safety
Office are training active duty and civilian
personnel to become Additional Duty Safety
Officers.
“The class is called Additional Duty
Safety Officer’s Training,” said James Kang,
2ID safety officer. “Every organization,
whether it is military or civilian, must have
somebody appointed in writing by their
supervisor or the commander to represent
that directorate or command to be able to
function as a safety officer.”
Unlike any other appointment orders,
the individual appointed to function as the
unit, directorate, or command safety officer
needs to be certified. Previous certification
training was found to be inadequate, so
Kang and other experts expanded the course
from two hours to three days.
“We are training today 60 individuals
who signed up to be additional duty safety
officers,” Kang said. “We added Army safety
programs into the class to make the training
adequate enough to certify the students.”
Subjects covered during training
are: accident prevention and reporting,
privately owned vehicle and motorcycle
safety, explosives and radiation safety,
fire prevention and protection program,
respiratory protection program, composite
risk assessment for leaders, environmental
protection, hearing conservation, hazardous
communication, tactical safety, seasonal
safety, and job hazard analysis.
“All full time safety officers can attest
to the fact that just knowing how to do
things is not enough,” Kang said. “More
importantly, knowing what regulations say,
what the standards are, and where to find
answers is what we are teaching. Not only do
employees need to be trained, they need to
endorse they have received the training prior
to being exposed to site-specific hazards,
which was determined by an Industrial
Hygiene survey.”
Instructors are from 168th Medical
Command, USAG-RC Fire Department,
Environmental Protection and Safety and
2ID Safety Office.
They learn about various safety programs,
what the supervisors’ responsibilities are,
how to identify potential hazards, how to
implement different control methods to
minimize the hazards, and how to assess the
program,” Kang said. “This task could not
have been possible or undertaken without
the instructors’ total commitment and
support.”
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An additional duty safety officer not only
needs to be qualified, but they also have to
be certified, according to Kang.
“Certification comes about at the
completion of the class,” Kang said. “To be
qualified one needs to pass an exam within
70 percent of the material. Also, one has
to be able to show he or she is competent
enough to represent their command.”
Every office or directorate must have at
least one ADSO, according to Kang.
“If you are representing an office with a
certain number of employees, you have to
have somebody knowledgeable with safety
programs,” Kang said. “A good example
would be in case of a fire, what is the
procedure, emergency evacuation plan, and
who will relate the information to their co-
workers? That is the duty of the ADSO.”
The 2ID Safety Office will sponsor
a special ADSO training course to local
national supervisors at the USAG-RC
Community Activity Center. The course
will be conducted with support and
assistance from USAG-RC Safety Office,
Fire Department, Directorate of Public
Works, and Environmental Office, and the
locally assigned 18th Medical Command
industrial hygienist. It will be the first
time in the history of the Safety Office this
training was offered in Korean.
“This is an excellent example of professionalism
amongst the subject matter experts assigned
to the 2ID and USAG-RC Garrison, and it
reinforces the concept of team work and of
working together towards a common goal to
accomplish the mission,” Kang said.
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News & Notes

New Scam Stealing Identities

Consumer Affairs claims a new scam
surfaced recently on the internet with the
intent of stealing identities and personal in-
formation. The scammer claims to be ‘veri-
fied by Visa’. The scammer sends a phish-
ing e-mail asking recipients to register their
Visa cards in a program, which ensures the
card’s security. Although Verified by Visa is
a legitimate program, the link offered by the
scammer at the end of the email leads to a
different site where the sender’s informa-
tion is stolen. The return address on the e-
mail seems to pertain to Bank of America,
enroll@boa.com.

BOSS Halloween Party

Better Opportunities for Single and Unac-
companied Soldiers will hold a Halloween
party tomorrow following comedy show.
For more information call: 730-3424.

Gifts from the Home Front

Gifts from the home front can be sent to
deployed troops by logging on to www.
aafes.org or callling: 877-770-4438. The
gift certificates are sent to individual ser-
vice members or distributed to any service
member through the Aair Force Aid Society,
American Red Cross, Coalition to Salute
America’s Heroes, Fisher House, Navy-
Marine Corps Relief Society, Operation
Home front, Operation Interdependence or
the USO. “Gifts from the home front certifi-
cates can be redeemed at exchange facili-
2nd Lt. Jacqueline Evans of the 210th Fires Brigade rises to first place in the Operation Rising Star auditions held on USAG-Casey Oct.20.
ties worldwide.
— U.S. Army Photo By Jim Cunningham

Singing star chosen to represent USAG-RC

Area I and 2ID Celebrate
American Education Week
Area I/2ID personnel join educators around
the world in the celebration of American
Education Week from Nov. 11 - 17. The fo-
cus is on strengthening our resolve to edu-
cate America’s Soldier students to meet the
challenges of leadership today and tomor-
row. For more information call: 732-7015.
Volunteer Recognition
Ceremony
The Army Community Services Volunteer
recognition Ceremony is scheduled for Oct.
30. For more information call: 730-3143.
Halloween Party
at Pear Blossom Cottage
The Halloween party at Pear Blossom Cot-
tage will be held Oct. 31 in Building S-16
from 3 to 5 p.m. For more information call:
732-7168.
Garrison Website
For more news and information, the weather
forecast, heat index information and even a
community telephone book, visit the U.S.
Army Garrison-Red Cloud website at http://
ima.korea.army.mil/area1/sites/local.
USAG-RC Ration Control
Office Closure
The Ration Control Office will be closed
Nov. 6 - 7 and will resume regular business
hours Nov. 8. Ration Control has relocated
to building S-225. For more information
call: 732-6762.
Courageous Channel
in November
Courageous Channel 07-02 will be held
Nov. 15-18 in the USAG-RC gym. Neo
wardens will be checking NEO checklist for
verification and signatures. Persons with-
out a pro-mask (gas mask) should contact
their NEO warden to obtain a memoran-
dum to take to Camp Mobile to be issued a
pro-mask. For more information call: 732-
9142/6377.
by Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
CASEY GARRISON—Tension was
thick on the evening of Oct. 20 as three
judges had the task to choose from six
Operation Rising Star competitors in the
Army’s version of American Idol.
2nd Lt. Jacqueline Evans from the 210th
Fires Brigade was selected after five of her
competitors wrestled with pitch and missed
cues. Evans came on stage with confidence
that soon dissipated when her accompanying
recording malfunctioned. That did not deter
her from finishing her audition acappella in
a restart allowed by the judges. Her decisive
victory was made with the rhythm and
blues hit Still I Rise made popular by singer
Yolanda Adams. The prize totaled $1,000;
$500 to the first place winner and $500 to
the winner’s unit funds.
The judging trio, Denise James, director
of Morale, Welfare and Recreation in
USAG-RC, Ronald Freeman, entertainment
contractor for Night Life Entertainment,
and Fred Ware, business manager for MWR
USAG-Casey, selected Staff Sgt. Michael
Carter of 4/7 Cavalry for 2nd prize, with
an award of $250, Spc. Christian Lemont of
Headquarters, Headquarters Company 2X
for third prize with an award of $100.
“The popularity of American Idol, the
television program in the United States, is
what spawned other similar singing contests,
but MWR has been sponsoring singing
competitions for decades,” said Christopher
Bradford, chief of business operations for
MWR. “There are many talented musicians
and singers in the armed forces. It seemed
like a logical step for programming to
do something similar to American Idol
throughout the Army.”
For Operation Rising Star the Army
did just that. However, the Army’s version
of the rules states that competitor’s must
be active duty from any branch of service,
not be flagged or with Uniform Code of
Military Justice actions, can only compete
as a singer, no minimum or maximum age,
and the contestant must be an amateur, not
a professional performer for the military or
have a current managed recording career.
“There are 32 participating garrisons
throughout the Army,” Bradford said. “We
go through the same stages like American
Idol. We start with an acappella round of
auditions, and only the three judges vote
to narrow the field. The second stage is the
semifinals at the garrison level, where they
sing with a recorded accompaniment and
judges and the audience determine who
moves to the finals. Judges critique and
score the performance. The audience votes
by written ballot after all the performances
are completed and the judges have made
their critiques.”
The audience vote counts for half of
the contestant’s final score and the judges
vote counts for the remaining half. There
may be as many rounds of competition
as needed depending on the number of
contestants entered, but the installation
event coordinators cannot exceed eight
weeks, according to Bradford.
Judges criteria at the garrison level will be
the only time the competitors will be judged
from technical standards. They will be
listening for intonation, pitch, tonal quality
and range, as well as showmanship qualities
such as use of theme, physical appearance,
poise, personality, body control, enthusiasm,
polish of performance and the ability to
communicate with the audience. They
also look for style, originality, suitability
of selection, vocal enunciation and vocal
interpretation.
“Tonight we are selecting the one person
who will represent us at the garrison level,”
Bradford said. “From there we will upload
their video performance that is recorded
tonight on to Army Knowledge Online. In
the past, they actually flew the finalist back
to the United States, but this year everyone
in the Army can get online and vote for the
best performer.”
The videos from top winners of each
installation will compete in the first round
of competition where only judges vote.
The judges will select the top 12
performers to advance to the on-line
finals. The web-viewing audience will then
determine the top six to advance to the
final round.
The final round will be voted on by web
viewing audiences only and the winning
performer will be named the 2007 Military
Rising Star and will win a cash prize of
$2,000. Second and third places will win
$1,000 and $500.
“Previously we had these events centered
around block parties and other types
of events where a lot of Soldiers would
attend,” Bradford said. “We had a lot more
participants, but we also had people that
could not seriously sing and just wanted to
have fun on stage.
This year we started with serious and
talented Soldiers who could sing. So, it was
less of a gong show and more like American
Idol.”
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The b-boy dancers had the crowd on their feet with their break dancing and acrobatics on stage at the concert Oct. 11.— U.S. Army Photo By Pfc. Phillip Turner, 2ID Public Affairs
Korean concert entertains Warriors at Red Cloud
Korean fan dancers entertain the crowd who
gathered from across the peninsula for the
Korean/U.S. Friendship Concert Oct. 11 at the
CRC Soccer Field.— U.S. Army Photo By Pvt.
McKenzie, 2ID Public Affairs
AREA I
by Pvt. Bo Park,
2ID Public Affairs Office
RED CLOUD GARRISON—On the
cool evening of Oct. 11, the soccer field at
Camp Red Cloud was unusually crowded
with Soldiers. Rows of buses were parked
on the roads, colorful lights and fireworks
decorated the dark autumn sky and people
chatting in groups added a lively vibe to the
camp. All this for the 2nd Infantry Division
ROK/U.S. Friendship Concert.
Prior to its start, people were queuing
up to get drinks and hotdogs from the
snack bar.
“I was told that the 2ID Rock band
and fan dancers will be here tonight,”
said Pvt. Rick Volosky, Headquarters and
Headquarters Troop, 4-7 Cavalry, who
came down from Camp Casey. “As I don’t
get out too much off post, I am excited to
see tonight’s event.”
This annual event was sponsored by
Gyeunggi-do Province. There were a wide
variety of performers to meet everyone’s
taste.
“It is a great opportunity to learn Korean
culture,” said Maj. Roger McDonald, who
has only been in Korea just over a week,
and is in the middle of in-processing at
the Warrior Readiness Center, soon to be
based at Headquarters and Headquarters
Company, 2ID as the deputy Inspector
General. “I am more interested in traditional
Korean heritage rather than the scene at
the Ville or more westernized customs. It
is a good introduction of Korea for me,
personally.”
The traditional part of the program
included Korean traditional orchestra,
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Korean Fan Dance and Nongakdae, whose Bravo Battery, 6-37 Field Artillery. “It’s
dances and instruments are rooted from great to hang out with fellow Soldiers and
the farming custom of celebrating a good have a good time, before the field exercise
harvest. kicks in.”
Later in the evening, the stage got even “After this event, I am going to seek out
hotter with cheerleaders, the 2ID Show other musical events starting from local
band, b-boy dancers and Korean celebrity Uijeongbu Arts Centre to Seoul Arts Center
pop stars such as Foxy, Taesabiae and Korean where I may engross myself in this beautiful
version of pop idol winner, 8ight. culture,” Roy said.
“I am thrilled to play tonight,” said Sgt.
Michael Levero who plays a base guitar in
the 2ID Band. “We love to play on a big
stage for big audience.”
The Soldiers in the crowd jumped up
from their chairs and danced along.
“These aren’t the things I get to see out
in the streets in Korea everyday, which is
why it’s so special,” said Spc. Tony Depetre,
HHC, USAG Area I, who has been in Korea
for seven months.
The audience was also very diverse.
Soldiers, Family members, civilians,
personnel from the Fire Department,
Dining Facility employees and the CRC
pizza delivery man were there.
‘Thank you’ and ‘Kamsahapnida’ were
the words that were shared between Mr.
Kim Moon Soo, Governor of Gyunggi
province and Maj. Gen. James A. Coggin,
2ID Commanding General. The host of the
show, Kim Sung Hyun, said that the Koreans
feel much safer and more comfortable by the
US Army’s presence.
As the title of the event suggested,
the evening played a big role in building
friendship and providing a better Lead guitarist Sgt. Robert Gulley, 2ID Band,
understanding of Korean culture according soulfully plays his Gibson guitar during a
to Capt. Tracy Roy from G3, HHC, 2ID. performance during the concert.— U.S. Army
“I am proud to see Korean culture Photo By Pfc. Phillip Turner, 2ID Public
displayed here,” said Pfc. Lee Eui Jong from Affairs
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Yongsan “Good Neighbor” initiatives make friends

Korean English
teachers visit
SAHS, garrison
by Sgt. Jung Jae-hoon
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
Sgt. 1st Class Myra Watson (left) enjoys lunch
YONGSAN GARRISON — The with the Korean English teachers.
garrison hosted 55 Korean English teachers
for their first visit to Yongsan’s Seoul
American High School Oct 16.
As part of the U.S. Forces Korea Good
Neighbor Program, the visit gave Korean
English teachers an opportunity to learn
about the American school system.
“This event was to promote friendship
between the Korean community and the
U.S. military,” said U.S. Army Garrison- Jenifer Peterson (right) discusses life on
Yongsan Community Relations Officer An Yongsan Garrison with the Incheon teachers.
Chang-sin. “By inviting the people who
teach young students, we can strengthen
the relationship between two countries for
the future.”
Seoul American High School Principal
Robert Sennett welcomed the teachers to
SAHS and gave a brief orientation.
Seoul American High School Korean
Language teacher Yi Kyong then escorted
the teachers around the school to different
classrooms and facilities. SAHS Korean language teacher Yi Kyong (left) gives a tour to 55 Korean English teachers Oct. Garrison staff members and 55 English teach-
— See Teachers, Page 12 — 16 at the school. – Photos by Sgt. Jung Jae-hoon ers pose near Commiskey’s.

American MPs
form strong bonds
with Korean law
enforcement
By Cpl. Kim Sang-wook
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — With bright

sunlight on a calm, autumn afternoon, more
than 20 Soldiers from the Joint Combined
Provost Marshal participated in the 2007
Friendship Team-Building Field Day
Oct. 15 at the Bupyeoung Korean Police
Comprehensive Academy near Incheon.
The small group of American Soldiers
played various sports activities with more
than 270 KPCA officers and employees
during the 5-hour program.
“This is part of the Good Neighbor
Program,” said U.S. Forces Korea Police
Liaison Officer Choe Ui-chun.
In order to avoid bad weather during
September and an escort mission in early
December, the friendship event was
rescheduled twice, Choe said. He also
said this kind of event would build a more
solid relationship between the two law
enforcement organizations.
“This kind of event not only builds a
friendship with the Republic of Korea allies,
but we are having fun also,” said U.S. Air
Top: Korea National Police Pfc. Han Kook- Force Lt. Col. David Briar. “I played soccer
won (left) and Pfc. Cho Yoon-sung and 14th with Korean officers and I had fun, although
Military Police Detachment Pfc. Hugo Godoy I am not good.”
sit together and watch the sports activities Briar said other Soldiers are also having
Oct. 15 at Bupyeoung Korean Police Com- fun with activities.
prehensive Academy near Incheon. The tight relationship between the two
forces started in 2005. This is the third such
Right: 14th Military Police Detachment Pfc. event. The event offered field day activities,
Richard Young (right) plays soccer with Kore- language class and martial art classes in each
an Police members during the day-long event. location.
– Photos by Cpl. Kim Sang-wook “Numerous events were held between the
— See MPs, Page 12 —
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News & Notes
Bomshel
The Country duo “Bomshel” will perform a
free concert 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26. at Col-
lier Field House. The doors open at 6 p.m.
For information, visit http://www.bomshel.
com.
Reflective Vests Required
A reflective vest is required on any military
installation when biking, running or jogging
any time of the day. Think Safety!
Seoul USO Updates
The USO needs Virtues Volunteers. The
Virtues English Program allows active-duty
servicemembers to volunteer two Satur-
days per month (2nd and 4th Saturday).
Being a volunteer for the Virtues English
classes will help to satisfy your Good
Neighbor Program requirement. For infor-
mation, call 724-7781.
Tours: Oct. 20 – 21 Gyeongju overnight
tour; Oct. 27: Paintball & ATV Tour; Oct. 27
- 28: Mount Soreok.
Discounted Concert Tickets: Megadeth,
6:30 p.m. Oct. 28; Beyoncé, 7 p.m. Nov.
9 – 10; Underworld 6 p.m. Nov. 17; Linkin
Park, 8 p.m. Nov. 30.
You can pick up a copy of the USO
monthly calendar at the Main Exchange,
Commissary, Dragon Hill Lodge, and Town
House. Also, you can view the monthly
calendar at http://www.uso.org/korea. For
information, call 724-7003.
Combined Federal Campaign
Contribute to the Combined Federal Cam-
paign through Nov. 30. See your unit rep-
resentative to contribute. For information,
call 723-2781 or online visit their Web site,
http://www.cfcoverseas.org.
Preschool Availabilities
Mustard Seed Christian Preschool has
openings for 3- and 4-year-olds at the
South Post Chapel. For information, call
738-8503.
Marine Ball
The 232nd U.S. Marine Corps Birthday will
be 6 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Sheradon Walker
Hill Hotel. All ROK/U.S. servicemembers
(active-duty and retired), civilian employ-
ees, family members and guests are wel-
come. The dress is formal. Tickets are $65.
Reservations are required. For information,
call 723-7228.
Garrison Calendar
Connect to the Garrison Calendar from the
USFK Global by opening Calendar, select
“Open a Shared Calendar,” type Yongsan,
click OK, select Yongsan again and click
OK. You can also view two Web versions of
the community calendar from the Garrison
Web site at http://yongsan.korea.army.mil
For information, call 738-7354.
Holiday Craft Fair and Bazaar
There will be a holiday craft fair and ba-
zaar 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 at the
Seoul American High School Gymnasium.
For information, call 736-5473 or send e-
mail to richkat@i-mnet.com.
Children’s Playgroups
Hannam Village Play Works meets 10-
11:30 a.m. every Tuesday at Hannam Vil-
lage ACS Outreach Center and
Yongsan Wee Play Playgroup meets 10–
11:30 a.m. every Wednesday at School
Age Services, Bldg. 4211. For information,
call 738-5151.
AREA II THE MORNING CALM
USFK Commander welcomes educators
by Cpl. Kim Sang-wook
USAG-Yongsan MWR
YONGSAN GARRISON — More
than 900 Department of Defense Schools
and international school educators from
throughout Korea gathered for the 2007
Educator’s Day at Seoul American High
School’s Falcon Gymnasium.
The annual conference is an event that
gives teachers a rare opportunity to share
knowledge, widen relations and experience
curriculums, instruction and assessments
with other school teachers in the region.
Educator’s Day kicked off with a
USFK Commander Gen. B.B. Bell welcomes more than 900 educators to a Yongsan conference Oct. 19
welcoming speech from U.S. Forces Korea
at Seoul American High School Gymnasium. – Photos by Cpl. Kim Sang-wook
Commander Gen. B.B. Bell and DoDDS
officials.
“We thank you for who you are and what
you do,” General Bell said. “We celebrate
your service at schools, sending graduates
all over the world.”
Bell noted teachers’ achievements in
tutoring and mentoring students throughout
generations.
During the ceremony, officials recognized
Seoul American Elementary School Teacher
Aimee Guignon as the Teacher of the Year.
“I want to say thank you to my SAES
faculty members,” Guignon said. “Today
is a great day with all teachers from schools The annual conference gives educators an opportunity to share knowledge and widen relations.
all around from Korea to find out what classes with sessions about art and crafts, their old acquaintances with pleasure.”
expertise others have and take to their sports activities and other general subjects Toth recommended that the schoolteachers
classrooms.” that are taught in schools. enjoy the rare opportunity to meet with each
Under the motto “Reaching and Teaching “This is a magnificent sight to have other during the conference.
Children,” the teachers had a unique approximately 900 teachers talking and “I’m having a lot of fun,” said Korea
opportunity to attend demonstration walking in our the hallways,” said DoDDS International School Teacher Julie Lee.
sessions with other teachers throughout Korea Superintendent Charlie Toth. “This “It is good to meet so many teachers from
the day. is a tremendous occasion for us. I hope that different schools and attend classes that
Event organizers prepared more than 50 teachers can meet new people and renew other teachers conduct.”
Yongsan cast scratches ‘7-year itch’
by John Wood
USAG-Yongsan MWR
YONGSAN GARRISON — The Area Community Theatre,
Music and Theatre Branch is currently in rehearsal for “The Seven
Year Itch,” by George Axelrod.
This romantic comedy was made famous by a film starring
Marilyn Monroe as “The Girl.” In the local production the girl is
played by Michelle Outlaw and provides ample fuel for a middle
aged man’s (Richard Sherman played by Randy Koonse) fantasies.
In fact, all of the women in Richard’s life are subjects of his
fantasies. Richard fantasizes that Miss Morris his stenographer,
(played by Jena Goetz) throws herself at him in the office. He
fantasizes that Natasha, a Russian United Nations delegate (Galina
Duckworth) is disappointed that “all they did was swim” without
bathing costumes, that Elaine (Leandra Sutton) has been after him
for two years. He imagines that a suave and sophisticated romance
writer, (Ken Duckworth) has his own romantic designs on his wife
Helen Sherman, played by Elda White. Add to this already zany
array of characters, a psychiatrist, Dr. Brubaker, played by Dave
White with his own uxoricidal fantasies, and you have a Broadway
comedy.
Performances are: 7 p.m. Nov. 9, 10, 15, and 16
Nov. 17 is Reggie’s Special Night at the theatre, so the show
will start at 6 p.m., giving the audience time to take their ticket
to Reggie’s after the show for a 10-percent discount on any single
sandwich or platter and nonalcoholic beverage.
All performances are in the Moyer Theatre, Building 2259.
Tickets are on sale in the Moyer Music Room 1-9 p.m. Wednesday
– Sunday. The cost is $3 in advance with a reserved seat. Tickets
purchased at the door are $5 and good for general seating.
The Music and Theatre Branch and Area Community Theatre
always welcomes volunteers in most facets of theatre production,
acting, singing, dancing and technical areas lighting, sound,
painting, make-up and carpentry.Auditions for “A Christmas Carol”
Randy Koonse and Michelle Outlaw (she plays the Marilyn Monroe role called
will be 6 p.m. Nov. 12-13 at the Moyer Theatre.
only The Girl). – Courtesy Photo
OCTOBER 26, 2007
Drug-free campaign raises community awareness
by Cpl. Kim Sang-wook
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — The
Yongsan Employee Assistance Program staff
“deployed to the front lines” by setting up
a drug and alcohol information booth Oct.
17 at the Main Exchange to meet face-to-
face with community members.
The initiative is part of National Drug-
Free Work Week.
E m p l o y e e A s s i s t a n c e Pr o g r a m
Coordinator Vanessa Mitchell said she
hopes to raise awareness by displaying
information posters and handing out
questionnaires to self-diagnose drug and
alcohol usage.
“The purpose of the drug-free work
week is also to help employers know when
their employees need help,” Mitchell said.
“Education is the most important part of
the program.”
The event is sponsored by the Department
of Labor and Army Substance Abuse
Program.
Yongsan observes National School Bus Safety Week
YONGSAN GARRISON — School
safety officials spent a couple of hours
Thursday at the Main Exchange lobby
hoping to raise community awareness
about National School Bus Safety Week.
“We let people know some statistics
and the basic rules,” said Yongsan
Transportation Operations Specialist Ken
Bakameyer. “Let’s get to school without
any injuries.
Bakameyer said they had “Barney the
Bus” present to capture the attention of
younger children.
“Barney is a robotic bus that is a big hit
with the kids,” he said.
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Mitchell said EAP covers civilian
employees and Soldiers.
“We provide training for employees,
supervisors and managers on recognizing
performance issues,” Mitchell said.
In 1986, President Ronald Reagan signed
an executive order mandating that all federal
agencies be drug-free.
According to the 2004 National Survey
on Drug Use and Health, more than 75
percent of all adult illicit drug users are
employed full or part time.
Mitchell also highlighted drunk driving
awareness.
“Civilians on-post have the privilege of
driving, but there are drivers still drinking
and driving,” she said.
If a community member is caught
driving under the influence, their driver’s
license will be revoked for one year and
reported back to the states. The offender
must also attend additional classes.
“It reinforces how important it is to Employee Assistance Program Coordinator Vanessa Mitchell (right) informs Tara Hall (left) and
understand that alcohol and drugs are not Danielle Rodriguez about National Drug-free Work Week Oct. 17 at the Yongsan Main Ex-
— See Drug-free, Page 12 — change. – U.S. Army Photo By Cpl. Kim Sang-wook
Garrison tracks
CFC contributions
Bakameyer said he wants to remind
drivers that school is in session, to stay alert
for pedestrians in crosswalks and look out
YONGSAN GARRISON — Garrison
for children riding bicycles.
officials are tracking participation in the
National School Bus Safety Week is
Combined Federal Campaign-Overseas.
an active and evolving public education
“By reporting back to the community, we hope to encourage
program designed to promote school
even more participation,” said USAG-Yongsan Human Resources
bus safety, according to the National
Director Steven Carpenter.
Association for Pupil Transportation Web
As of Monday, 20 percent of USAG-Yongsan had been contacted
site. “It’s an excellent way for everyone
with $67,607.85 donated.
- parents, students, teachers, motorists,
“We’re on target to exceed our expectations,” he said. “People can donate
school bus operators, school administrators,
to a worthy charity and know their money is going to a good cause.”
and other interested parties – to join forces
Carpenter said people can make Yongsan a better place by
and address the importance of school bus
donating to Family Support and Youth Programs. “
safety,” according to the site.
All you have to do is choose “FSYP” on your pledge card,” he said.
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Fall and winter safety
must be a priority
T
his week I want to talk about
something that should always be a
priority: Safety!
U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan’s fall and
winter safety training summarizes the
seasonal hazards we face while serving in
the Republic of Korea.
Our “Fall and Winter Safety Guide”
addresses preventive measures we must take
to safeguard the well-being of our Soldiers,
Civilians and Family Members.
Additionally, familiarize yourself with
8th U.S. Army and U.S. Forces Korea
Winter Safety Campaign Web site. You
can access this information through links
at the Garrison Web site (http://yongsan.
korea.army.mil).
The safety procedures and countermeasures
set forth in the Garrison guide are organized
by specific topic areas.
Commanders and supervisors must
familiarize themselves with this guide and
have a thorough understanding of individual
responsibilities. The PDF guide is available
for download at the Garrison Web site.
Commanders and supervisors will
ensu re that these special training
Teachers
Most of the Korean teachers said they
were impressed by the advanced school
materials and facilities.
“I was surprised to see so many energetic
students at class,” said Korean English
teacher Seo Ji-yeon. “Korean students are
always stressed out, so not many of them
enjoy class as the American students do.”
Later, the teachers ate lunch at
Commiskey’s Restaurant with some of the
USAG-Yongsan staff members.
MPs
two organizations,” Choe said. “The U.S.
police provide language programs and invite
the Koreans onpost for receptions and the
KPCA gives us Tae Kwon Do programs.”
Other KPCA officials expressed the
positive impact of the Good Neighbor
Program.
“The relationship between KPCA and
U.S. military police is very crucial,” said
KPCA Principal Kim Suk-gi. “Our officers
Drug-free
good for the body,” said Danielle Rodriguez.
“I am a teacher and we could start teaching
about drug abuse at an early age.”
Rodriguez said she will educate children
to realize how bad substance abuse could
affect their lives.
“You can also diagnose yourself at the
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PAID ADVERTISING
requirements are accomplished for all
USAG-Yongsan personnel:
Winter Driving
Cold Weather Injury Prevention
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention
When necessary, training should be
conducted in both English and Hangul to
ensure all personnel fully understand the
content of the training.
I expect commanders and supervisors
to brief their personnel on safety awareness
before the onset of the fall and winter
season.
I would also hope as a community
member you take the time to read through
our guide to prepare yourself for what to
expect this fall and winter.
This is a critical time of the year to be
thinking about safety. Our goal is to be
accident-free.
Let’s remember “people first” and “safety
always” as we have a safe and enjoyable fall
and winter.
If you have any questions, or need to get
training resources, please contact USAG-
Yongsan Safety Officer Russell Obey at
738-4643.
Continued from page 9
“I saw lots of smiles and laughter,” said
Deputy Garrison Commander Don Moses.
“That’s a good sign for a good relationship
between our two nations.”
“This was a great opportunity for all
of us to see what America is like,” said
Incheon Educational Training Institute
Team Manager Chong Yun-hui. “We
enjoyed our time here.”
The teachers concluded their visit with a
bus tour of Yongsan Garrison.
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and workers are happy to invite the U.S.
Soldiers.”
After a short kickoff ceremony, Soldiers
were sorted into four groups of Korean
Police teams and fought as one.
“I think it was good to learn cultural
differences overall,” said 14th Military Police
Detachment Pfc. Hugo Godoy. “It was fun
to play Korean field games together as one
team.”
Continued from page 11
Yongsan ASAP Web page,” Mitchell said.
The ASAP Web page is located at http://
yongsan.korea.army.mil (look under “More
Links).
For information on the drug-free
campaign, call 736-3295 or visit Building
5216 next to Collier Field House.
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http://imcom.korea.army.mil MOVIES THE MORNING CALM

October 26-November 1

Today Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Casey Superbad Death Sentence We Own the Night We Own the NIght Superbad Death Sentence Death Sentence
730-7354 (R) 6:30 p.m. (R) 6:30 p.m. (R) 6:30 p.m. (R) 7:30 p.m. (R) 7:30 p.m. (R) 7:30 p.m. (R) 7:30 p.m.
Henry Superbad Heartbreak Kid Heartbreak Kid Death Sentence No Show No Show No Show
768-7724 (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.

Humphreys We Own the Night We Own the Night We Own the Night Superbad Superbad Death Sentence TBA
753-7716 (R) 9 p.m. (R) 9 p.m. (R) 9 p.m. (R) 9 p.m. (R) 9 p.m. (R) 9 p.m.

Hovey Death Sentence We Own the Night Superbad Mr. Bean’s Holiday We Own the Night Superbad The Invasion
730-5412 (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (G) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m.

Kunsan The Game Plan Mr. Bean’s Holiday (G) Death Sentence No Show No Show No Show We Own the NIght
782-4987 (PG) 8:30 p.m. (R) 8:30 p.m. (R) 8:30 p.m. (R) 9 p.m.

The Kingdom — (Jaime Foxx,
Jennifer Garner) A team of U.S.
counter-terrorism investigators set
out to find the perpetrators behind
a deadly attack on Americans in a
Middle Eastern country. In order to
work through the bureaucracy and
cultural hostility, the team enlists
.a local police officer, but still finds
itself target for the terrorists. Rated R
(violence, language) 122 minutes
The Heartbreak Kid — (Ben Stiller)
Single and indecisive, Eddie begins
dating the incredibly sexy and
seemingly fabulous Lila. Upon the
urging of his father and best friend,
Eddie proposes to her after only
a week, fearing this may be his
last chance at love, marriage, and
happiness. However, while on their
honeymoon in sunny Mexico, Lila
reveals her true beyond-awful nature
and Eddie meets Miranda, the woman
he realizes to be his actual soul mate.
Eddie must keep his new, increasingly
horrid wife at bay as he attempts to
woo the girl of his dreams. Rated R
(strong sexual content, crude humor
and language) 120 minutes
Superbad — (Seth Rogen, Michael
Cera)Two co-dependent high school
guys want to hook up with girls before
they graduate and go off to different
colleges, but, after a calamitous night
just trying to buy alcohol for a school
party, overcoming their separation
anxiety becomes a greater challenge
than getting the girls. Rated R (crude/
sexual content, language, drinking,
drug use, fantasy/comic violent
image) 114 minutes
The Game Plan — (Dwayne ‘The
Rock’ Johnson, Roselyn Sanchez)
A story centered around a rugged
superstar quarterback Joe Kingman,
whose Boston-based team is chasing
a championship. A ‘serial bachelor’,
Kingman is living the ultimate fantasy:
he’s rich, famous and the life of the
party. But this dream is suddenly
sacked for a loss when he discovers
the 7-year-old daughter he never
knew he had--the product of a final
fling he had, years prior, before
parting ways with his young wife.
Rated PG (thematic elements)
107minutes
Mr. Bean’s Holiday— (Rowan
Atkinson, Willem Dafoe) In his latest
misadventure, Mr. Bean – the nearly
wordless misfit who seems to be
followed by a trail of pratfalls and
hijinks – goes on holiday to the French
Riviera and becomes ensnared in
a European adventure of cinematic
proportions. Tired of the dreary, wet
London weather, Bean packs up his
suitcase and camcorder to head to
Cannes for some sun on the beach.
But his trip doesn’t go as smoothly as
he had hoped when the bumbling Bean
falls face first into a series of mishaps
and fortunate coincidences, far-fetched
enough to make his own avant-garde
film. Rated G 88 minutes

Long The Kingdom (R) No Show Rush Hour 3 Stardust No Show No Show No Show
721-3407 6:45 p.m. (PG13) 6:45 p.m. (PG13) 6:45 p.m.
Osan 30 Days of Night 30 Days of Night Superbad Superbad Superbad Superbad TBA
784-4930 (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 8:30 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
Red Cloud We Own the Night Illegal Tender Superbad Death Sentence Mr. Bean’s Holiday No Show 30 Days of Night
732-6620 (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7p.m. (R) 8 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (G) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
Stanley Death Sentence Superbad Superbad Mr. Bean’s Holiday No Show 30 Days of Night Illegal Tender
732-5565 (R) 6 p.m. (R) 7p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (G) 7 p.m. (R) 7p.m. (R) 7 p.m.

30 Days of Night 30 Days of Night 30 Days of Night Superbad Superbad Death Sentence Death Sentence
Yongsan I (R) 8:30 p.m. (R) 8 p.m. (R) 8 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.

Are We Done Yet Mr. Bean’s Holiday Mr. Bean’s Holiday Bourne Ultimatum Bourne Ultimatum Stardust Stardust
Yongsan II (PG) 6:30 p.m. (G) 6:30 p.m. (G) 6:30 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m.

Yongsan III Stardust Mr. Bean’s Holiday Mr. Bean’s Holiday Illegal Tender Illegal Tender War War
738-7389 (PG13) 6:30 p.m. (G) 6:30 p.m. (G) 6:30 p.m. (R) 6 p.m. (R) 6 p.m. (R) 6 p.m. (R) 6 p.m.
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Area IV Worship Services

Protestant Services
Retreating into God’s love:
Collective Sunday
Sunday
1000
1030
Camp Carroll
Camp Walker
Solitude can offer an unexpected spiritual retreat
for those seeking an escape from life’s ‘noise’
Sunday 1030 Camp Henry
Sunday 1245 Camp Walker
Sunday 1300 Camp Carroll
by Chaplain (Maj.) Dale A. Code goes: “Know God—know peace. No God—no peace.”
Church of Christ 1700 Camp Walker 210th FIRES Brigade Spiritual renewal requires us to be quiet long enough to
Collective Friday 1900 Camp Walker hear God’s voice. To do this, we need to get away from

T
Korean Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll he discipline of solitude is a great way of revi- the hustle and bustle of life and still our hearts before
Korean Wednesday 1830 Camp Walker the Lord, then we will (hear) His voice in the silence.
talizing our spiritual strength. Although many
Korean Thursday 1100 Camp Hialeah
people dislike, disdain, and even despise the Sometimes we will even hear Him say, “Peace, be still,
Catholic Mass thought of being alone, when we take the time to be and know that I am God.”
Saturday 1700 Camp Walker secluded we will discover that it pays great dividends. The mountains of Korea can also provide time for us
Sunday 0900 Camp Walker Mountains are great places to be secluded. to seclude ourselves from the distracters of this world.
Sunday 1130 Camp Carroll Have you discovered that here in Korea, you can find As we go high into the mountains, and become secluded
from the distracters of our world, the more in touch
Additional Programs with God we are.
Bible and Bagels “And when we climb these hills and Not only do the mountains of Korea provide us with
Tuesday 0630 Camp Walker Chapel Annex opportunities to seclude ourselves, they also encourage
Protestant Women of the Chapel mountains, we notice that the higher we go,
us to find strength in God. Through seclusion, God
Tuesday 0930 Walker Chapel Sanctuary
Korean Bible Study
the quieter it becomes. And the quieter it will reveal His majesty and power. To really be “Army
Strong”, we need to be spiritual strong. One such place
Tuesday 1030 Walker Chapel Annex becomes, the closer we get to God.”
Catholic Women of the Chapel that we can find seclusion and rest is the Religious
Saturday 1000 Walker Fellowship Hall Retreat Center. It is located on Namsan Mountain in
Church of Christ Bible Study Chaplain (Maj.) Dale A. Code Seoul. Just ask your Chaplain for directions!
Wednesday 1900 Walker Fellowship Hall 210th FIRES Brigade The Eighth U.S. Army Religious Retreat Center:
Ladies Prayer Meeting The RRC is located halfway up Namsan Mountain in
Monday 1400 Camp Carroll Chapel Sanc. Seoul. It has facilities for 57 overnight lodgers, a dining
many mountain tops that are wonderful places to find
Contemporary Bible Study
spiritual strength? The Bible says, “I will look unto facility with waitress service, chapel, three conference
Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll Chapel Annex
the hills from whence cometh my help” (Psalms 121). rooms, dayroom, and recreational facilities. The RRC
USAG - Chaplains If you are like me, it is often difficult to escape the can accommodate 210 daytime Spiritual Fitness
Chaplain (Maj.) Edward Martin, cacophony of competing noises. However(,) when (we) participants. The RRC operates under the motto of
Edward.martin@korea.army.mil, DSN 768-5455 look unto the hills, we will find help and strength in “Relaxation and Inspiration” for everyone who enters our
Chaplain (Capt.) Byung Min, God. And when we climb these hills and mountains, gates. The facilities and resources assist the commander
Justin.k.min@korea.army.mil, DSN 765-8991 we notice that the higher we go, the quieter it becomes. and chaplain in addressing specific challenging issues in
And the quieter it becomes, the closer we get to God. the unit. The types of programs are limited only by the
And when this happens, we find renewal. As the slogan imagination of the command.
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Fire Prevention Week: Practice your escape plan

by Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs

RED CLOUD GARRISON—Fire

Prevention Week was held Oct. 7 through
13 with celebrations not only at USAG-
Red Cloud but in the Province of Kyonggi
where they began a month of fire prevention
training Oct. 8.
“Fire Prevention Week is a very exciting
time for fire departments around the
country,” said John Cook, USAG-Red
Cloud fire chief. “This year was exceptionally
good for us and Kyonggi Province because
we started our Fire Prevention programs
almost simultaneously. Kyonggi Province
began their Fire Prevention Month at Seoul
Land.”
The governor of Kyonggi Province,
Kim, Mun Su, gave special emphasis to
the relationship USAG-Red Cloud Fire
Department and the Kyonggi Province Fire
Departments share.
“Governor Kim gave us special recognition
during the ceremony,” Cook said. “He wants
the relationship to continue.” John Cook (left), fire chief USAG-RC, and Kim, Mun Su, governor of the Kyonggi province, operate a fire pump from a century ago at the Fire
The week-long celebration at USAG-Red Prevention Festival held at Seoul Land Park in Seoul.—U.S. Army Photo By Kim, Chin Su.
Cloud featured fire escape plans.
“Our theme this year is ‘Practice Your
Escape Plan,’” Cook said. “It is very
important for everyone to have an escape
plan in case of fire.”
The Fire Department suggests occupants
of a home draw a floor plan, which is a map
showing every room, every door, and every
window. The family should sit down and
talk about the two best ways to get out of
each room. Pick a meeting place outside the
home and tell everyone to go there as soon
as they have escaped a fire.
“Just having a plan is not good enough,”
Cook said. “The whole family should
practice the plan together.” Everyone should
go to the room where they sleep. A grownup
should sound the smoke alarm. Everyone
should then follow the escape plan, get
out of the building, and go directly to the
planned meeting place. The drill should be
practiced at least twice every year.
“If you do not have smoke alarms in your Sparky, the USAG-RC Fire Department mascot, sings for the children during the Fire Preven-
home, make sure to install them,” Cook tion week ceremony held on USAG-RC.—U.S. Army Photo By Kim, Chin Su.
said. “Make sure you can hear the sound
of the smoke alarms when you are in any
room. Also, make sure you know the fire
department’s telephone number.”
T h e Ky o n g g i Fi re D e p a r t m e n t
collaborated with the USAG-Red Cloud
Fire Department in giving demonstrations
of their fire equipment and one very special
exhibit.
“They provided a ‘Home Escape
Simulation Training’ truck,” Cook said.
“The children and adults went through the
truck to find out what it is like to escape a
fire in the home.”
Not only did the local fire department
share their trucks and equipment with
everyone at Red Cloud, they also gave fire
prevention lectures in the Korean language
for all the people who live off post and all
the children at the exhibit.
“We ran the fire prevention poster
contest with the two local international Sparky, the Dalmation mascot of USAG-RC
schools,” Cook said. “We are having those Fire Department, gets frisky with Chief Cook
posters judged at the Pear Blossom Cottage, during the demonstrations at Fire Safety
and we are going to follow up with a trip to Week held on USAG-RC Oct. 8.—U.S. Army John Cook (middle) USAG-RC fire chief, describes the equipment that the Firefighters are
the schools to award special certificates. Photo By Kim, Chin Su. wearing during Fire Prevention Week held on USAG-RC.—U.S. Army Photo By Kim, Chin Su.
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—USAG-Y—
Flag Football
UNC HG 30
41st Sig 28
94th MP
18th Med
28
14
41st Sig 30 Navy 12
UNV HG 8 524th MI 0
Fall Softball
Suslak 7 Embassy 1 Yes, chivalry does still exist.
Suslak 14 18th Med 1 At least at the Fort Benning
CRUS 11 18th Med 8 military base in Columbus, Ga.
CRUS 14 Kanakas 4 Chivalry, bravery, and integrity.
Kanakas 10 Sockor 9 Bomshel was honored to perform
10 K Roadrace
72 participants ran Oct. 20.
Intramural Soccer Tourney
8th Army 5 USAGY 0
Both teams will compete in the Eighth
Army Tournament at Camp Carroll
Upcoming Events:
5K Fun Run at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 27 at
Collier Field House
USAGY Intramural Flag Football Tour-
nament Oct. 26-28 at Lombardo Field
Preseason Men’s and Women’s Post
Level Basketball Tourney 2-4 Nov. at
Collier Field House
USAGY Postseason Fall Softball
Tourney Nov. 3-4 at the 4 Plex
–USAG-RC–
Tae Kwon Do Championships
Blue/Below Heavyweight Semi-Final:
Spc. Matthew Russell
Black Middleweight Semi-Final:
PV2 Yeo, Jin Ho
Blue/Below: Lightweight Final:
Spc. Kyle Jenschke
Blue/Below Middleweight Final:
Cpt. Arthur Rutnarak
Blue/Below Super Heavyweight Final:
PV2 Robert Gott
Red/Brown Middleweight Final:
Sgt. Zeus Inocencio
Red/Brown Exhibition:
SSgt. Caspar Savang
Red/Brown Heavyweight Final:
Sgt. 1st Class James Mathis
Red/Brown Super Heavyweight Final:
Baldemar Hernandez
Black Lightweight Final:
PV2 Lee, Sang Min
Black Super Heavyweight Final:
Pfc. Erik Strecker
Blue/Below Heavyweight Final:
Spc. Matthew Russell
Black Middleweight Final:
PV2 Yeo, Jin Ho
Warrior Country Wrestling
Champonship
Class: Champ:
152 lbs Pfc. Ryan Padilla
167 lbs Spc. Roderick Walker
182 lbs SSgt. Jeffery Duncan
187 lbs 2 Lt. Anthony Dunkin
213 lbs Pfc. Christopher Reid
275 lbs 2 Lt. James Hollis
MWR THE MORNING CALM
Bomshel coming to an MWR Events
installation near you
Home for the holidays
MWR has teamed up with U.S. Airline Alli-
ance to give one winner a chance to make
it home for the holidays. MWR organizes
the program annually to show Soldiers and
Bomshel duo Civilians stationed in Korea their apprecia-
tion. The winner will be announced at the
blogs about USAG Humphreys Spooky Hollow Oct. 31.
You do not have to be present to win. For
Fort Benning information call DSN 723-3730.
performance Bomshel Concert
All performances are open to ID card hold-
ers and are free of charge. For more infor-
mation, contact your local MWR Entertain-
ment Office or DSN 723-3749.
Schedule for performances in Korea:
7p.m.; Oct. 26 Yongsan Garrison, Collier
Field House, 7p.m. ; Oct. 27 Camp Casey,
along with Montgomery Gentry Hanson Field House, 7p.m. ; Oct. 28 Camp
for thousands of Soldiers after Walker, Gym, 7p.m.
many weeks of extensive boot-
camp style training. This was $30,000 High School Scholarship
High school students have the opportu-
to be the first day the Soldiers
nity to compete in the annual audio essay
were allowed to refrain from competition and win thousands of dollars in
endless pushups and encouraged scholarships, a trip to Washington, D.C., as
to participate in the Bomshel well as dozens of other awards. Students
Stomp! compete by writing and then recording a
We were aware that prior three-to-five minute audio essay express-
to our arrival, the big question ing their views of this year’s theme “My
Role in Honoring America’s Veterans”.
on many of their minds
was....”Bomshel who?” Being a For more information, contact the Voice of
Democracy Chairman at VFW Post # 8180
new country act, with such a Bomshel is currently performing at military installations
at vfwpost8180@yahoo.com
name, we certainly hoped they throughout Korea. For performace schedule, see MWR
weren’t eager for pin-up girls. Events sidebar. — Photo courtesy of MWR Student Savings Bond
If the name wasn’t enough to Students in grades 6-8 in this area have
perplex them, perhaps the rumble of our weeks of training, their lives had changed the opportunity to compete in the VFW’s
tour bus, sporting lightning bolts, Tequila forever. They were standing tall with more annual essay competition and win thou-
sands of dollars in U.S. Savings Bonds and
Roseand very high hair let them know that strength and pride than any of us can begin
a trip to be honored at the VFW and Ladies
Bomshel, whoever they were, had arrived! to imagine. Many shared sentiments of
Clouds filled the afternoon air and we were missing their loved ones. It was each of Auxiliary Community Service Conference.
Students are invited to write a 300-400-
concerned that the show might be canceled them facing the reality that they may be
word essay on this year’s theme: “Why I
as a result of rain, but kept our fingers deployed to unfamiliar, brutal territory. am an American Patriot”. Deadline for stu-
crossed. As it got closer to show time, we Some expressed concerns that with the war dent entries is Nov. 1. For more informa-
could hear the Soldiers as they walked in Iraq being so unpopular, they feared the tion, contact the local VFW Post # 8180 at
toward the field. Occasionally, we heard a nation would direct outrage onto them vfwpost8180@yahoo.com
loud chant, “HOOAH” in a loud unison. personally. But these young men were proud
Calling All Photographers
We hoped this was a good thing. to be serving their country and ready to do
Submissions for the All Army Digital Pho-
From the moment we set foot onto the what would be asked of them. Regardless
stage, the applause was overwhelming. It of any political stances, it is our hope that tography Contest mey be submitted through
Nov. 30. The 2007 theme is Army Values.
was apparent that these folks were ready to the one lesson Americans learned from
The contest is entirely web-based. To enter,
leave their physical and emotional stresses Vietnam was to separate the war from the fill out the application (PhotoApp). Log onto
behind and were ready to celebrate music, warriors. And these Soldiers were training https://artscrfts.fmwrc.army.mil to submit
freedom they were fighting so hard for. Then to be warriors. And gentlemen. They shook your entry. An AKO account is required to
came the most wonderful moment of the our hands and thanked us wholeheartedly verify eligibiility. For more information, con-
evening thus far. We began to perform our for being there to support them. You betcha tact your local arts and crafts center or call
DSN: 723-8510.
current single The Power Of One, which we these big haired bomshels will support
dedicated to the Soldiers. All of the sudden, them. We will continue to be there to bring
it began to rain. The most beautiful rain music to their hearts as our small gesture of Recruit the Recruiter Briefing Schedule:
Camp Casey – Oct. 29 at 1 p.m., Casey
we had ever seen. It fell gracefully from the thanks for the enormous sacrifice they are
Theater; Camp Red Cloud – Oct. 31 at 1
sky and nobody ever considered running making for us. These men were handsome, p.m., Red Cloud Theater; Camp Hum-
for cover. Everyone was drenched but we ohhhh, were phreys – Nov. 2 at 1 p.m., Theater; K16
just sang louder and the Soldiers cheered as They handsome...courageous and...did I – Nov. 5 at 1 p.m., Community Activities
if they had been thirsty for weeks. (which say handsome? Living in a day and age where Center; Yongsan – Nov. 6 at 1 p.m., 18th
they very well might have been....) It was it is hard pressed to find a man that will still MEDCOM Hospital; Yongsan – Nov. 7 at 1
p.m., ACS Bldg. 4106 For more informa-
somehow sacred, and symbolically unified open the car door for a lady, it was refreshing
tion, contact Sgt. First Class Gott at Jo-
us all. It was a reminder that we are in this to hear, “Thank you so very much, ma’am.”
together. We hoped that at that moment, Yes, chivalry does still exist. At least at the seph.Gott@usarec.army.mil
the Soldiers realized that we didn’t care Fort Benning military base. And to all of
AAFES Disney Sweepstakes
that our make-up was running down our the United States Soldiers, service men and Now through Dec. 24, exchange shoppers
faces and our once perfectly placed high women, we thank you. can enter to win the “Disney Sweepstakes”
hair resembled that of sheep dogs after a at BX/PX locations worldwide. No purchase
bath. The show concluded and we set up a Performance schedule: is necessary to enter and entrants do not
booth where we would sign autographs and Catch the remaining shows of the dynamic country- have to be present to win. The only require-
meet the Soldiers. The rain subsided, but duo “Bomshel”. Known for the hits songs “Bomshel ment to enter is a military identification card
the emotion of that magical moment was Stomp” and “Power of One”, the lively singers are authorizing contestants to shop at AAFES
replaced with the humbling opportunity of sure to please. (see entry forms for complete details).
The “Disney Sweepstakes” drawing will
looking into the eyes of these remarkable Oct. 26, Yongsan, Collier Field House, 7p.m.
take place in February 2008.
young men. It is impossible to express in Oct. 27, Cp. Casey, Hanson Field House, 7p.m.
words all that we saw in their eyes. In the Oct. 28, Cp. Walker, Gym, 7p.m.
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Humphreys Transformation Continues:

New $17 million barracks open on MP Hill
come to Korea.” and dryers and a community kitchen on walk.”
by Andre Butler
The building is one of many new projects each floor. All rooms are fully furnished “This is an outstanding state of the art
USAG-H Public Affairs Office
that are scheduled to open this fall and with beds, dressers, desks, microwaves and facility,” said 1st Sgt. Elvin Thompson,
winter at USAG Humphreys. refrigerators. Company C, 602nd Aviation Support
H U M P H R EY S G A R R I S O N —
The new structure provides Soldiers with “It’s a really nice building,” said Spc. Battalion first sergeant.
Officials at USAG Humphreys held a ribbon
a variety of elements that do not exist in the Charlotte Reyes, the Training NCO for “We are taking care of our Soldiers the
cutting ceremony to open a new barracks on
older facilities. 602nd Aviation Support Battalion and a way they should be,” he said.
MP Hill Oct. 19.
“Today is especially great because we’re resident of the new facility.” “They deserve it.”
This new facility, which took two years
opening a new home for our Soldiers here Everything is better here,” she said. Thompson said, “if you give a Soldier
to construct, is part of the transformation
on MP Hill -- what a home it is,” said Col. “The rooms are bigger and we have more a good place to eat and sleep their morale
taking place at Humphreys and is worth
John E. Dumoulin, Jr, USAG Humphreys living space overall.” will go up.”
$17 million.
commander. The distance in relation to Soldier’s “Mail is another important factor,” he
“We are very impressed with the facility
“As you go through it, after this ceremony, living quarters and working areas was also said. “You want an outstanding facility to
and its design,” said Lt. Col. Mike Neaverth,
take time to look at the thoughtful touches a consideration when developing the USAG go with outstanding Soldiers,” Thompson
U.S. Corps of Engineers Far East District,
that were added to make the lives of our Humphreys Transformation Master Plan. said. Dumoulin agrees with the 602nd first
deputy commander.
Soldiers better,” he said. The idea is to design facilities that are within sergeant.
“This is all part of our dedication to
Dumoulin said the new facility offers walking distance from the Soldier’s jobs. “This is what ‘World-Class Customer
upgrading our Soldier’s quality of life,” he
Soldiers a mud room where they can clean “Right now, I live about 15 or 20 minutes Service’ is all about -- providing the best
said. “More importantly, it is a tribute to
off their field gear after returning from from work -- depending on the bus schedule possible quality of life to all who live, work
our collective resolve to the future to provide
training exercises. and traffic,” Reyes said. and play at [USAG Humphreys],” said
the best for all those Soldiers who are yet to
The barracks also have a lot more washers “But now my job is a 15 to 20 yard Dumoulin.

Community Alert:
Hot Water Outages
USAG Humphreys – There are hot
water outages scheduled for residents in
the 700 Area Buildings for October and
November from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Oct. 29, 2007

Zone I – 744, 755
As seen above, the new barracks are only feet
Nov. 2, 2007
away from 602nd Aviation Support Battalion. Zone II – 745, 746, 747, 748, 750, 751, 752
(right) Spc. Charlotte Reyes, Training NCO for
Company A, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion, Nov. 8, 2007
pose for a photo in her new room on MP Hill Zone II – 746, 747, 752
at USAG Humphreys. The barracks have eight
floors and 332 Soldier’s rooms and 464 total Nov. 16, 2007
rooms. — U.S. Army Photos By Andre Butler. Zone III – 749, 756, 758, 759, 760

USAG Humphreys adds bollards as part of barrier’s plan

by Andre Butler
USAG-H Public Affairs Office
H U M P H R EY S G A R R I S O N —
Recently, members of the USAG-Humphreys
force protection team spearheaded a
$255,000 project to install 1000 bollards
that would provide security and safety zones
throughout post.
The project is part of Humphreys’ barrier
plan established to fulfill a Department
of Defense requirement for certain areas
to have standoff distance from roads and
parking areas.
“Historically, the barrier plan would
require the use of thousands of yellow and
black jersey barriers to accomplish what is
required by the DoD standard,” said Jeffery
M. Thomas, USAG Security Division
chief.
“The main reason we chose this
particular bollard is because of its protective
capabilities,” said Jefferson.
However, the bollards aren’t the final
resolution for these safeguards.
“These bollards are intended to be an
interim measure of protecting the USAG
Humphreys placed bollards as part of barrier plan. — U.S. Army Photo By Cpl. Im, Suk-chun. Humphreys population,” said Edmond F.
Teague, USAG Humphreys Force Protection
coordinator.
“As the installation transforms and we
continue renovating the existing portions
of USAG Humphreys, the bollards will be
replaced with [natural landscaping] in the
future.” Teague said.
Teague also said this plays a very important
role in making USAG Humphreys a safe and
great place to work, live and play.
“Installation Management Command
Commanding General, Lt. Gen. Robert
Wilson, has stated that our number one
priority on IMCOM installations is
protecting the population,” said Teague.
“USAG Humphreys takes that mission
very seriously, and has the best antiterrorism
program in IMCOM,” he said.
“Having an effective barrier plan allows
us to meet Lt. Gen. Wilson’s intent as
well as provide a safe environment for our
community.”
Teague continued, “this is all part of
USAG Humphreys efforts to provide
‘World-Class Customer Service,’” the motto
set forth by Col. John E. Dumoulin, Jr.,
United States Army Garrison Humphreys
commander.
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News & Notes HAES students celebrate history

USAG Humphreys Road Closure
A section of Freedom Road will be closed
from Oct. 27 at 4 p.m. through 5 a.m., Oct.
29, 2007. The section running from the
curve prior to the quarry gate to the begin-
ning of Perimeter Road will be shut down
for repaving. There will be no vehicle traffic
access through quarry gate during this time.
Pedestrians may still use quarry gate.
Additional USAG Humphreys
Road Closure
A section of Perimeter Road will be closed
from Oct. 29 at 4 p.m. through 5 a.m., Dec.
18, 2007.The section running from the
curved intersection from Bldg. S-2055 to
Bldg. S-1016 will be shut down for repav-
ing. For more information contact Andre
Penon at 753-6671.
CDC Teacher Needed
Child and Youth Services, Child Devel-
opment Center is currently looking for a
qualified teacher to teach brand new Pre-
Kindergarten class, ages 4-5. Hours will be
from 8 a.m - 5 p.m with classroom hours
being 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Salary is $13.12-
$15.69 per hour. Great benefits package,
including medical, dental, 401K and COLA.
Qualifications: Possess and maintain one
of the following: Child Development Associ-
ate, Army School Age Credential (Boys and
Girls of Club America) or Army Practicum,
Possess AA degree with major emphasis
in childcare. Preferred: Possess BA/BS
degree with a major emphasis on ECE, El-
ementary Education, Child Development,
Home Economics or Special Education.
Oktober, Fall Festival
USAG Humphreys will hold Oktober and
Fall Festival activities behind the USO. The
event will be Oct. 27 starting at Noon.
There will be food, games, a pumpkin
patch, photos, face painitng and tons of fun
for the children. USO wants you to come
out and enjoy this year’s celebration.
Virtues Volunteers needed at the USO
Korea
The Virtues English Program allows ac-
tive-duty service members to volunteer two
Saturdays per month (second and forth
Saturday). Being a volunteer for the Virtues
English classes will help to satisfy your
Good Neighbor Program requirement. For
more information, call Mi-Hwa and Minna
at 724-7781 DSN.
Local school kids
honor patriots
by Diane Hobler
HAES Librarian
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — If you
visited Humphreys American Elementary
School’s sixth grade class last week, you
might have bumped into Muhammad
Ali, observed President Thomas Jefferson
chatting with Rosa Parks or seen Mary
Cassatt discussing art with Betsy Ross and
Sir Isaac Newton.
Have our sixth graders perfected a time
machine?
No.
But they have transformed themselves
into historical figures as part of a literature
study focused on biographies and
autobiographies.
To prepare for their performances, each (above) President and Rough Rider Theodore
student selected and read a biography or Roosevelt (aka Alex Brink) explains his impor-
tance in American history.
autobiography of a famous person and
wrote a report. (upper right) Mia Hamm (aka Sydney Salter)
explains how her many successes on the soc-
Students also prepared costumes,
brought props or created posters related to cer field have helped promote women’s sports
their person. and inspire girls and young women to aim for
Sixth grade teacher Buddy Leavitt was and achieve high goals.
pleased with the variety of important
individuals the students chose including (below) Seamstress and Patriot Betsy Ross,
politicians, authors, social activists, athletes, Impressionist Artist Mary Cassatt, Inventors
Orville and Wilbur Wright and Aviation Pioneer
explorers, aviators, scientists, actors and
inventors. Amelia Earhart are some of America’s favorites.
(from left to right in order of the above named
Leavitt organized this project so that
these historical figures became not just individuals) Hope McMahan, Patricia Keglovitz,
names and facts written in a book, but Thomas Bain, Matthew Collins and Nicole Mug- While waiting to give their presentations, two
living, dynamic individuals the students nano) pose for a photo before their presenta- important Native American women, Guide
could relate to and be inspired by. tions. — Photos By Diane Hobler. and Explorer Sacagawea (aka Kayla Pick-
Although students were initially nervous ett) and Jamestown Settlement’s friend and
with the HAES community.
about presenting to an audience, their big Teachers, parents and students also enjoyed supporter, Pocahontas (aka Ella Labarrete)
smiles afterwards revealed how much they learning from these presentations. relaxed together. What an interesting conver-
enjoyed sharing their knowledge and talents Keep up the great work sixth graders. sation they must have had.

Industry Certification Offered

USAG Humphreys is the latest location
available to administer required industry
certification. There are tests offered for IT,
HR, and many other skills. The testing cen-
ter is located at the Area III DOIM in Bldg.
1272, Room 112. The center will be avail-
able for testing M-F, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To
schedule an exam call 754-3608.

U.S. Army Reservists Wanted

The 343rd Support Center, USAG Hum-
phreys, is seeking Soldiers interested in
continuing to serve in the U.S. Army Re-
serves. Train one weekend a month and
14 days in the summer and continue to re-
ceive many of the benefits of serving on ac-
tive duty. Contact Richard Scott, 753-8634,
ScottRW@korea.army.mil for additional
information.

Please send us Stories and Photos

To submit info for publishing in The Morn-
ing Calm Weekly, USAG Humphreys com-
mon pages, call 754-6132, 8847 or 8598.
Or e-mail andre.butler@korea.army.mil.
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Area III, USAG Humphreys sports shots
The Eighth United States Army Taekwondo Championship
was held Oct. 13 at the Humphreys Gym. A total of 16 people
participated. — U.S. Army Photo By Candace Godfrey.
Pfc. Sean Gonka, an Apache mechanic with 1st Battalion 2nd
Combat Aviation Brigade got his pitch and drove the ball deep
during one of the Korean-American softball games at Soldier’s
Field Oct. 13. — U.S. Army Photo By Bob McElroy.
NSPS to take affect November for non-bargaining unit
by Thomas J. Mulvihill
USAG-H Civil Personnel Office
HUMPHREYS GARRISON —The majority of non-
bargaining unit personnel will fall under the new National
Security Personnel Systems starting Nov.11. However, there
is some buzz about how the Performance Management Cycle
works. The NSPS PMC has five phases. Take a look at the
following phases to see how or if they will affect you.
Phase I -- Planning. This is when the employee and
supervisor will identify performance expectations. The
performance expectations are captured in job objectives.
This phase also captures developmental needs.
Phase II -- Monitoring. This phase will be ongoing
and continues throughout the year. This is where face-
to-face dialogue is needed between the supervisor and
employee. Employee based issues are discussed. If necessary,
performance deficiencies and necessary actions to correct
them are discussed.
Phase III -- Developing. This is where the employee’s
development opportunities are discussed. This particular
process will also help reinforce strengths and correct
weaknesses.
Phase IV -- Rating. This is where the supervisor makes an
assessment of the employee’s performance as related to the job
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The action was hot and heavy at the Humphreys Flag Football
Championships Oct. 20-21, as eight teams fought for positions
in Area III Tournament. — U.S. Army Photo By Mike Mooney.
USAG Humphreys Commander Col. John E. Dumoulin Jr.,
takes the ball to the hoop during a U.S./ROK Friendship B-Ball
Tournament Oct. 18.— U.S. Army Photo By Andre Butler.
Carlo Cagaoan, 51st Maintenance Co., 1/7th Air Defense Artil-
lery, Suwon Air Base, strains with effort on his way to the Men’s
148-pound Class title in the Eighth Army Power Lifting Cham-
pionships Oct. 6. — U.S. Army Photos By Mike Mooney.
(right) Nathan Haag and Doo-Wan Ham of Wonju’s CSCT #1
intramural soccer team have a Suwon player boxed in action
at Area III Soccer Championships Oct 21.
objectives. The recommendation following the assessment is
then sent to a pay pool panel for consideration.
Phase V – Rewarding. This is governed by the pay pool
process. At the end of the pay pool process, the pay pool
manager approves the ratings and payout and informs
the supervisor of the final decision. The supervisor then
communicates and explains the decision to the employee.
NSPS Conversations: NSPS requires that supervisors and
employees participate in several performance conversations
over the course of the rating cycle.
A performance plan conversation is the starting point
for continuing dialogue. It is the foundation upon which
to build your work relationship and prevent surprises at the
end of the rating cycle.
The interim review conversation is to check the
employee’s progress toward achieving his or her objectives.
This is also the time for second line supervisors to monitor
how the supervisors who report to them are doing with their
supervisory responsibilities. Maj. Gen. Michael Kuehr of Eighth United States Army dis-
The end of cycle review conversation will occur in cussed the upcoming changes to the civilian personnel system
October of each year following the conclusion of the under the new National Security Personnel System during his
previous rating cycle. September visit to United States Army Garrison Humphreys.
The annual appraisal conversation will occur in November The new system will take affect Nov. 11. The target audience
or December of each year following the conclusion of the for implementation is non-bargaining unit personnel.
pay pool process. — U.S. Army Photo By Bob McElroy.

Daegu American School students help
make difference in fight against drugs
(From left) Beth Farr and Catherine Bernhardt, both Daegu American School seventh graders,
thoughtfully draw pictures Oct. 18 in support of Red Ribbon Week, a national campaign to edu-
cate communities on the dangers of illegal drugs. U.S. Army Photo By Park Hye-ji
by USAG Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP WALKER –National Red Ribbon
Week is celebrated annually Oct. 23-31, and
is dedicated to U.S. Drug Enforcement
Administration (DEA) agent Enrique (Kiki)
Camarena, who exposed drug dealers in
Mexico, and to all of the people who have
been wrongfully killed due to the violence
of drugs.
To honor Camarena’s memory, and to
show that they would continue his fight
against illegal drugs, friends and neighbors
wore red badges of satin. Parents who had
come together in local coalitions to fight
the drug problem took Kiki as their model,
embracing the belief that one person can
make a difference, and adopting his symbol-
-the red ribbon--as their own.
Students in Jacqueline Bishop’s art class
at Daegu American School did their part to
fight against illegal drugs and educate the
community by creating their own powerful
messages on the dangers of drugs, which
were then displayed at the commissary Oct.
19-26 for visitors to see.
“We draw these pictures to show adults
and other people that we’re saying we don’t
want you to be on drugs, and if possible,
we can stop their abusing drugs,” said
Hispanic foods, culture entice luncheon audience
by Cpl. Na Kyung-chul
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP HENRY – Hispanic Americans
have strengthened America and contributed
to the spirit of America. National Hispanic
Heritage Month, Sep. 15 – Oct. 15, was an
opportunity to honor these contributions
and celebrate the rich cultural traditions of
the Hispanic-American community.
As a part of National Hispanic Heritage
Month, the United States Army Garrison
Daegu Equal Opportunity Office sponsored
a luncheon at the Evergreen Community
Club on Camp Walker Oct. 12.“Hispanic
Americans have helped establish America as
a place of freedom and opportunity,” said
AREA IV
seventh grade student Nathanial Descavage.
“Putting them in the commissary, adults will
see them more often and hopefully more
people will see them and decide to stop. If
you use drugs, the more you use them, the
more you’re going to get addicted, and at
one point, there’s no turning back. You’re
just stuck on drugs and eventually it will
destroy your body and kill you.”
Adolescent Substance Abuse Counseling
Service Counselor Young, Hee Yoo directed
and coordinated all aspects of the Red
Ribbon Week campaign at USAG Daegu,
according to USAG Daegu Alcohol and
Substance Abuse Prevention Coordinator,
Jim Kaderabek.
Growing up in a dirt-floored house in
Mexico, Enrique (Kiki) Camarena wanted
to make a difference. When he was little, he
begged his mother for a toy gun. “I need a
gun,” he said, “because I’m going to be a
policeman when I grow up.” At nine, Kiki
moved with his family to the United States
to pick fruit.
After excelling in high school, Kiki faced
a critical turning point. His friends were
headed for trouble, and he had to decide
whether he wanted to follow them into a life
of crime and drugs. The deeply engrained
desire to make a difference won out, and
Master Sgt. John Gough, USAG Daegu
EO Advisor, in his proclamation reading.
“Their contributions have illustrated what
is best about America. Their hard work, love
of country, and deep commitment to faith
and family have shaped the character of
our country and helped preserve the values
we all cherish. By sharing their vibrant
culture and heritage, Hispanic-Americans
have also enriched the American experience
and helped define the unique fabric of our
Nation.”After the proclamation reading, Sgt.
1st Class Jeniffer D. Maldonado read a poem
entitled ‘Cuartos’, which means rooms in
Spanish. The poem was a panoramic picture
of life in a Panamanian neighborhood.
Chaplain (Col.) Reinaldo Velez,
Kiki opted to stay straight, working his
way through college and earning a degree
in criminal justice.
Following stints in the Marines and the
police force, Kiki joined the DEA in 1974
and asked to be transferred to Guadalajara,
Mexico, the center of the trafficking empire.
While investigating a multi-billion dollar drug
scam, he confiscated thousand of pounds of
cocaine, and hundreds of thousands of
pounds of marijuana. He suspected the drug
scam involved officers in the Mexican army,
police and government. Kiki was a believer
that one person can make a difference and
he sacrificed his life to prevent drugs from
entering the United States. It was the best way
he knew how to stop drugs and to help people
he cared about. His mother, concerned about
dangers inherent in his job, tried to talk him
out of it. “I can’t not do this,” he told her.
“I’m only one person, but I want to make a
difference.”
In early 1985, the DEA sent Kiki to
work undercover in Mexico. For weeks
he lived among the drug cartel, gathering
information and evidence. He was ready to
wrap up his assignment when his identity
was discovered. It was February 7, 1985,
The Red Ribbon Week pictures drawn by Daegu American School students are displayed on
the wall of Daegu’s Commissary on Camp Walker. U.S. Army Photo By Cpl. Na Kyung-chul
IMCOM-Korea Staff Chaplain, participated
as a guest speaker.
After the events were over, participants
enjoyed Hispanic foods.
Featured dishes included burritos,
chicken en chilada, nachos, Spanish rice
and Mexican corn. “Chicken en chilada was
the best taste for me,” said Pvt. Lee Se-chan,
USAG Daegu. “It was a new experience for
me and if there is another opportunity to
taste Hispanic foods, I want to try again.”
Participants at the National Hispanic Heritage
Month Luncheon Oct. 12 at Camp Walker’s
Evergreen Community Club, sampled Hispan-
ic culture, mingled and ate Hispanic food
.— U.S. Army Photo By Cpl. Na Kyung-chul
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at 2 p.m. on a warm winter afternoon in
Guadalajara, Mexico, when Camarena
locked his badge and revolver in his desk
drawer and left to meet his wife for lunch.
He unsuspectingly crossed the street to his
pickup truck. While unlocking the doors
to his vehicle, he was grabbed by five men
who shoved him into a beige Volkswagen.
One month later, his body was discovered
in a shallow grave. Kiki and his informant,
Alfredo Zavala Avelar, were savagely and
grotesquely murdered.
Since then, millions of Americans have
gotten involved in, and been touched by the
Red Ribbon Campaign efforts. No other
single drug prevention movement has had
such an impact on so many lives.
When asked what she wanted people to
think when they saw her drawing, seventh
grade student Emily Smith replied, “I
want them to stop and think about what
they are doing, so next time they won’t do
it anymore. That’s the whole purpose of
doing this, is to make people actually think
about it.”
The students’ creations will also be on
display at the Camp Walker PX from Oct.
26 – Nov. 2.
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News & Notes
American Red Cross
American Red Cross holds health and
safety classes teaching first aid, adult,
infant and child CPR for the workplace, 8
a.m. – 4 p.m., Nov. 10 at the Red Cross
office (Bldg. T-1425 on Camp Henry). The
cost is $35. For information and registra-
tion, call at 768-7993.
A+ Class
There will be an A+ Class Nov. 26 – 30 at
the United States Army Garrison Daegu
Information Center. This course is open
to Army Personnel, DA and KGS Civilians
working in the IT/IA field. For information
or registration, call Mr. Leo Kelley at 764-
5069.
Halloween Costume Party
Better Opportunities for Single and unac-
companied Soldiers (BOSS) holds a Hal-
loween Costume Party at 8 p.m., Oct. 27
at the Hilltop Club on Camp Walker. There
will be several kinds of foods, a raffle, door
prizes and prizes for the best costume. For
information, call Sgt. Eboni Whitfield at
764-4426.
Emergency Placement Care Provider
The USAG Daegu community is in need
of EPC Providers, previously known as
Foster Care families. Get more informa-
tion on becoming certified by contacting
the Family Advocacy EPC Program. For
information, call Tiana Marratta at 768-
8090.
Courageous Channel 07-2
Courageous Channel 07-2 exercises
registration and evacuation of DoD affili-
ated noncombatants. It is mandatory for
all DoD affiliated noncombatants to par-
ticipate. The processing times for Kelly
Fitness Center on Camp Walker and Old
Gym for Camp Carroll are 10 a.m. to 10
p.m. for Nov. 15, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for Nov.
16 and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for Nov. 17. Ad-
ditionally, the time for Robinson Center
on Chinhae Naval Base is 7 a.m. to 5
p.m. for Nov. 15. For information, call
Capt. Schab at 765-4969, Master Sgt.
Lutte at 768-8333 or Master Sgt. Collins
at 768-8794.
Book Fair
Daegu American School Parent Teacher
Organization sponsors the Book Fair Nov.
5 – 9 at Daegu American School Library.
The times are 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. for Nov. 5
– 8 and 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. for Nov. 9. For in-
formation, call Ms. Allen at 053-470-9531,
Kelly Gemin at 010-8671-7042, or Crystal
Park at 010-5846-0143.
Maximum Speed Limit Reduction
Effective Nov. 5, the maximum speed
limit will change on designated roads at
Camp Henry and Camp Walker during
physical fitness training, which is nor-
mally conducted from 5:30 – 7:30 a.m.,
Monday – Friday, the maximum speed
limit will be 25KPH. Signs are currently
being posted to alert all drivers to the
speed reduction. The speed reduction
is being made in the interest of safety
for the Soldiers who use the roadway to
conduct daily fitness training. Drivers are
reminded that the speed limit must be
reduced further to 15KPH, when passing
troop formations on the roadway. Viola-
tors will be stopped and cited by military
police as necessary. For information, call
Mr. Lowe at 764-4167.
AREA IV
Suggestions which can save time,
money, man-hours mean cash awards
by Gail RodriquezRoman
USAG Daegu Plans, Analysis and Integration
The Army Suggestion Program (https://
armysuggestions.army.mil) is an incentive
program which encourages Soldiers and
civilians within the Department of the Army
to submit suggestions that if adopted, will
result in increased efficiencies and reduced
costs for the U. S. Army. Customers are
required to have an Army Knowledge
Online (AKO) to access the Web site.
The new Web site also allows supervisors
to nominate a suggestor for recognition as
the top suggestor of the year in Soldier and
DA civilian categories during the annual
Secretary of the Army Awards ceremony.
The purpose of the suggestion program
is to seek ideas that improve work methods,
materials, processes, equipment, logistics,
utilities or tolls that will benefit the Army.
Suggestions that save the Army money
are often eligible for a cash award. The more
money saved, the larger the potential award.
The suggestion must present a problem or
situation, propose a solution and state the
benefit to the U. S. government.
Ideas adopted by the Army can mean
extra cash in your pocket. The ASP can pay
soldiers and civilians up to $25,000 for ideas
to improve business practices.
An idea to recycle shipping materials
netted a Korean national employee from
Camp Carroll a $4,700 cash award in
2000. The proposal called for the 16th
Medical Logistics Battalion shipping
section to coordinate the pickup of boxes
and palettes it uses to ship medical supplies
to units throughout the peninsula. Prior to
his suggestion, customers didn’t return the
shipping materials.
In 1999, the same year the idea was
received, MEDLOG spent $462,273 to
purchase new shipping materials. His
proposal eliminated the need for the
battalion to annually purchase shipping
materials. The idea was adopted by the 8th
Army, which granted a $4,200 award, then
THE MORNING CALM
Aim,
Fire!
Pvt. Lee Jung-joo, assigned
to United States Army Gar-
rison Daegu’s command
group, aims at a simulated
target on the screen at Camp
Henry’s Training Aids, Devic-
es, Simulators and Simula-
tions (TADSS) building Oct.
19. USAG Daegu Soldiers
regulary execute Engage-
ment Skills Training (EST),
which is pre-shoot training
taken before their actual
marksmanship test grade is
recorded. U.S. Army Photo
By Cpl. Na Kyung-chul
forwarded it to the U. S. Army Materiel submitted a suggestion about it.
Command in Alexandria, Va. The AMC Try to think of two ways to improve the
Logistics Activity added an additional $500 process or solve the problem, then submit
to the award. the better idea.
There is no time limitation for the Clearly state the current practice, method,
submission of ideas to the ASP. Eligibility procedure, task, directive, or policy affected
is limited to Army community members, and how the present practice is efficient.
including Korean employees and others Explain your idea with enough details
concerned with the welfare of the Army. and facts to fully explain the problem and
Soldiers deployed around the globe with your proposed solution. Be thorough and
Internet access have the opportunity to provide statistics or documentation. “Sell”
submit their good ideas online. To submit your idea!
your suggestion, go to the ASP Web site at Include a statement of known or
https://armysuggestions.army.mil. estimated benefits, such as dollars or time
We are interested in suggestions or ideas saved. The more you explain how your idea
from Soldiers and civilians who “Live, Work, benefits the Army, the better chance your
Serve and Train” at USAG-Daegu. idea has of being adopted.
The ASP is used to improve how the Army Attach samples, drawings, or other
does business and reward people who contribute documents that will help explain the problem
their creativity to making the Army better. and your solution. This helps the evaluator
Before you submit your ideas or to better understand your suggestion and to
suggestions please follow these ASP make his or her job easier. Attachments can
submission tips: make the difference between an adopted and
Think creatively. Do you see operations non-adopted suggestion.
that can be streamlined? Are jobs done For more information or to submit an
unnecessarily? Is there a procedure you must idea, Army community members should
follow that doesn’t make sense or is outdated? contact their respective Army Suggestion
Are records or actions duplicated in two Program Coordinators: Area I (732-8127);
or more offices? Just because a problem Area II (738-5284); Area III (754-0014);
seems obvious doesn’t mean someone has Area IV (768-7070).
HALLOWEEN SAFETY
- Children should go our during daylight hours only unless accompanied by an adult.
- Plan a safe route so parents know where their older kids will be at all times. Set a time
for their return home.
- Let your children know not to cut through back alleys and fields. Make sure they
know to stay in populated places and don’t go off the beaten track. Stay in well lighted
areas.
- Stop only at familiar houses in your own neighborhood unless accompanied by an
adult.
- Small children should never be allowed to go out alone on Halloween. Make sure an
older sibling or adult is with them.
- Instruct your children not to eat any treats until they bring it home to be examined by you.
- Make sure your child carries a flashlight, glow stick or has reflective tape on his or her
costume to make them more visible to cars.
- Let them know to stay together if going out to Trick or Treat without an adult.

USAG Daegu civilians train for emergencies
by Cpl. Na Kyung-chul
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP WALKER – Department of the
Army, Emergency Essential and Mission
Essential Civilians learned to survive under
adverse conditions during annual survival
training Oct. 22 at the Kelly Gym on Camp
Walker and Oct. 23 at the Camp Carroll
Gym.
Emergency Essential Civilians are U.S.
civilians, while Mission Essential Civilians
are Korean civilians.
“This training is to familiarize and
train the EEC/MEC in the use of
Chemical, Biological, Radiological and
Nuclear (CBRN) equipment and basic
first aid,” said Dean M. Wilson, USAG
Daegu CBRNE Specialist. “Both EEC/
MEC are Civilians who agree to continue
to work in the Republic of Korea to
support the U.S. Army in the event of
hostilities. The classes give Civilians
knowledge they must have before they
deploy, because they are considered
already deployed in Korea.”
O n e U . S . a n d f o u r K AT U S A
Soldiers participated in this training as
instructors and trained the Civilians
with 10 subjects including ‘Protect
yourself from Nuclear’, ‘Biological and
Chemical (NBC) injury/contamination
w i t h Mi s s i o n - Or i e n t e d Pro t e c t i ve
Posture (MOPP)’, ‘Protect yourself
from chemical, biological contamination
using your Assigned Protective Mask
(APM)’, ‘Decontamination yourself and
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individual equipment using chemical
decontaminating kits’, ‘Maintain your
APM’, ‘Detect chemical agents using M8
or M9 detector paper’, ‘Perform first aid
to prevent or control shock’, ‘Perform
mouth to mouth resuscitation’, ‘React to
nuclear hazard attack’, ‘React to chemical
or biological hazard’ and ‘Evaluate a
casualty.’
“This training is conducted to remind
civilians of how prepare for and react to
a CBRN emergency,” said instructor Cpl.
Kim Hong-joong, USAG Daegu. “I’m
trying to teach as efficiently as I can and I
want to be helpful to them in case of any
emergencies.”
“It was a good time not only for the
civilians, but also for me because the class
reminded me of what I learned when I was
in basic training,” said instructor Pfc. Ki
Ho-keun, USAG Daegu. “I felt again that
I’m a Soldier through this time.”
“It was realistic combat survival training
focused on the survival of the war fighter,”
said USAG Daegu Information Management
Officer Matthew R. McLaughlin. “The
instructors were very knowledgeable and
professional.”
Staff Sgt. Jerome Yearby, USAG Daegu,
NBC NCOIC, instructs U.S. Civilians
on the proper maintenance of their as-
signed protective masks Oct. 22 at Camp
Walker’s Kelly Gym. The training was also
conducted at Camp Carroll’s Gym Oct. 23.
U.S. Army Photo By Cpl. Na Kyung-chul
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KATUSA teaches Korean language to Americans
by Cpl. Jang Won-il
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP CARROLL – When it comes
to learning a foreign language, there is no
shortcut. Learning a new language, whether
it is your second or your tenth, can be very
tough, especially when that language comes
from a totally different culture from your
own. Once learned however, one can truly
open up to a culture and experience the very
essence of that country.
Cpl. Kim Joo-won, Camp Carroll
Vehicle Registration Office, United States
Army Garrison Daegu, has been helping
Daegu enclave Soldiers and civilians to learn
to speak the language of the country that
they are living in. Kim began his fourth
cycle of “Korean Class” at Camp Carroll
Army Community Services, Sept. 12. Kim
had been teaching his first cycle students
since April when he was a private who just
got assigned to the unit. He did not get
much support or participation then.
“This cycle it’s different,” said Kim. “ACS
is putting in much support and there is more
participation from the Soldiers as well.”
The class has grown significantly in
size. A total of 8 US Soldiers and civilians
have signed up which is more than twice
compared to the past cycles.
Currently, the curricula changed from a
5 week long course teaching basic Korean
skills, into conversational Korean course.
Spc. Sun, Der Kwei, 501st Sustainment Brigade (right) concentrates during a lecture given by “While living in Korea, I really want to
Cpl. Kim, Joo-won, Vehicle Registration Office, USAG Daegu. Korean Class at Camp Carroll have a chance to learn the local language,”
ACS is held every Wednesday, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. U.S. Army Photo By Cpl. Jang Won-il said Corinne Vail, Daegu American
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School teacher. “So this class gives me the
opportunity to connect to the local people.
We are learning not only language, but we
are asking lots of cultural questions.”
The lecture was given in a very bright
and friendly atmosphere. Kim had brought
some hand-outs for the students who, after
only two or three classes, were already able
to read Hangul at a slow pace.
Peggy Bangham, who is also a teacher
at Daegu American School, mentioned
the advantage of learning Hangul from a
KATUSA Soldier.
“He has working experience with the
Americans. He knows the American system,
so he can connect with us more easily as we
learn to connect to his culture.”
Rebecca Dotson, ESSL Camp Carroll
Education Center counselor praised Kim’s
teaching capability as a KATUSA Soldier.
“The instructor is particularly wonderful
because he is at a high comprehension level
in English as a KATUSA. He was educated
in the United States, and he can tell us all
the answers to many questions because he
understands us. I am delighted to have him
as a teacher.”
“Language is a mirror of society which
reflects culture, history, thoughts, and
values,” said Kim. “Learning Hangul will
enable Soldiers and families to discover
Korea and make their stay in this country a
more meaningful one.”
Korean Class takes place every Wednesday
from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Camp Carroll’s
ACS. For more information, contact Camp
Carroll ACS, Roy Grant at 765-8993.
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