January 23, 2009 • Volume 7, Issue 15

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Army leaders thank
not be published next
housing project take best ‘shot’ week in observance
professionals in MWR contest of Lunar New Year.
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Casey Warriors conduct combat logistics training

Soldiers from 302nd
‘convoy’ through training
By Sgt. Scott Kim
1st HBCT Public Affairs

Going on a convoy mission is something most Soldiers

will experience when deployed to Iraq or Afghanistan. This is
especially true for transportation units, which are expected to move
equipment, supplies and even troops all over their respective areas
of operation.
That is why Soldiers from 302nd Brigade Support Battalion
conducted combat logistics training at USAG-Casey.
The training consisted of multiple scenarios in which the Soldiers'
convoy was attacked in different ways, at different places, all while
Soldiers carried on the mission to completion.
“We trained on what to do when our vehicles get ambushed,
MEDEVACS (Medical Evacuations) and how to respond to
improvised explosives devices,” said Pfc. William Graham, a motor
transport operator, Company A., 302nd BSB.
Realism is important to any type of training as Soldiers need to
be prepared to deal with the worst case scenarios when deployed. Soldiers from 302nd Brigade Support Battalion perform first aid on a wounded comrade during combat logistics training
“This exercise is an overview of how it is in Iraq,” said Staff Sgt. at USAG-Casey. — U.S. Army photo courtesy of 1st HBCT Public Affairs
Turhan Walker, a motor transport operator, Co. A.
Some of the newer Soldiers don't know what it's like so we have “This training will help them acquire good fundamentals and have a steady base,
experienced non-commissioned officers overseeing the training trying to make it as realistic which is important. So when they go to their next unit, they will have something to
as possible." build on,” said Walker.
The training is especially important to these Soldiers because 302nd BSB supplies the The skills that are learned through the training exercise will hopefully enable Soldiers
entire 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team with necessary equipment to continue to fight. to respond quickly in a dangerous situation and help them get through it safely.
“We supply everybody with ammo, water and fuel, so it is very important that Soldiers “Even though we’re support unit, that doesn't mean we're not in the fight,” Walker
take in as much of the training as possible,” Walker said. said. “Training like this is what will help you in battlefield situations, so that you and
Although other units have different ways of handling certain situations and training, your buddies can come home safe.”
teaching Soldiers the basics will help them when they go to new units. To view photos from this training event, visit www.fllickr.com/imcomkorea.

Yongsan Commissary enjoys ‘fruitful’ victory

FORT LEE, Va. – Pretty as a picture, but fresh
and delicious, too – that describes the hundreds
of mouthwatering produce displays created in the
Defense Commissary Agency’s 9th Annual Produce
Merchandising Contest.
Fifteen commissaries earned honors this year,
highlighting a theme of “Fresh Fruits and Veggies =
Health and Fitness = Mission Ready.” The commissary
at U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, South Korea,
celebrated an unprecedented fourth consecutive win
as “Best Large Overseas Store.”

(Left) The produce department at the U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, South Korea, Commissary showcases fresh
fruit during Korean Thanksgiving. Yongsan won top honors in the “Large Overseas Store” category, its fourth
straight first-place finish. — U.S. Army DeCA photo

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SHARP POINT #07-09

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Death of a U.S. Service Member
This week we lost a USFK Soldier as a result of an off-duty
accident that occurred while the Soldier was crossing a street off post.
This is the second off-duty pedestrian-vehicle fatality in six month.
In total, we have lost five service members in the past six months.
Added to these are two suicides, including a family member. I find
the loss of seven service members,
civilians, or family members
alarming!
These tragic losses impact
families, weaken morale, disrupt
unit cohesiveness, and reduce
mission readiness. Leaders—
corporals to generals—even while
we mourn the loss of these men
and women, we must direct our
energy toward the prevention
of accidents and the well-being
of our service members, civilian
Gen. Walter L. Sharp employees, and family members.
I charge each of you to press hard through education, awareness,
supervision, and risk management to ensure that every USFK
service member and civilian understands the need to include safety
in everything they do. Whether at work or at home. As leaders,
we need to show our subordinates that we mean business when
it comes to enforcing the rules of safety, while at the same time
showing them that we care.
Leaders must take immediate action to become personally
involved in preventing accidents and suicides. Visit out USFK
Homepage to review my policy letters in these important areas. Be
alert for signs of someone in trouble and ensure that anyone who
needs help gets it immediately.
Our success can be defined only as “No Loss of Life.” To help
achieve that success , give this safety alert the widest possible
dissemination; electronically and by posting it on our unit bulletin
boards.
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Soldier, Army Civilians receive recognition
for roles in USAG-Humphreys development
By Sue Silpasornprasit
IMCOM-Korea Public Affairs
Senior Army leaders recognized the
accomplishments of three Installation
Management Command Korea Region
professionals during a ceremony at IMCOM-K
Headquarters, USAG-Yongsan, Jan. 16.
Paul Cramer, IMCOM-K Chief Public
Works, and Mark Cain, Deputy U.S. Forces
Korea Engineers, were each awarded the
Department of the Army Commander's
Award for Civilian Service. Colonel Joe
Moore, Deputy Garrison Commander for
Transformation, was presented with the HTO
Army Commendation Award.
All three awardees also received the
Humphreys Housing Opportunity Program
Team Award, signed by Mr. Keith Eastin,
Assistant Secretary of the Army (Installation
and Environment). Eastin, read the award
citation live from the Pentagon via video General Walter L. Sharp, Commander UNC/CFC/USFK, recognizes Colonel Joe Moore, Deputy
teleconference during the ceremony. “This is Garrison Commander for Transformation; Mark Cain, Deputy U.S. Forces Korea Engineers; and
the Army’s largest single housing project since Paul Cramer, IMCOM-K Chief Public Works, for their contributions to Army housing planning
WWII,” Eastin said. “It is a huge project, in Korea during a ceremony Jan. 16 at Installation Management Command-Korea Region
completed in record time.” Headquarters, USAG-Yongsan. To view or download this photo, visit the Morning Calm image
The IMCOM-Korea team recently archive at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Sue Silpasornprasit
solidified a plan to construct 2,400 homes at Combined Forces Command/ U.S. “This enabled us to move aggressively
USAG-Humphreys. This is the Army’s first Forces Korea, presided over the awards forward to make Korea a normal family
public-private house project overseas and part ceremony. The general thanked those assignment just like anywhere else in the
of its tour normalization process for Army being recognized for their hard work, world,” Sharp said. “It shows the world the
personnel serving in the Republic of Korea calling their efforts establishing the commitment of the United States to the
General Walter L. Sharp, Commander framework for Humphreys housing a “key Republic of Korea and establishes a model
United Nations Command/US/ROK element of our future here in Korea.” that will allow us to move into the future.”
American Forces Network Korea improves Thunder AM service
By Capt. Paradon Silpasornprasit and flexibility starting Feb. 2. from 51 to 57 hours per week, offering a
AFN Korea AFN Korea’s goal is to make Thunder variety of DJ and music selections.
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For many years, AFN Korea’s sister radio information and a true complement to More News:
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MP Blotter
The following entries were excerpted from the
military police blotters. These entries may be in-
complete and do not imply guilt or innocence.

Area I: Shoplifting; Subject #1 and Subject #2

were observed by Witness #1 selecting two com-
puter memory chips and a DVD box set from the
shelves at the PX. Subject #1 and Subject #2 then
concealed the items on their persons and exited
the store without rendering proper payment. Sub-
ject #1 and Subject #2 were detained by MP and
transported to the USAG-Yongsan PMO where
they were advised of their legal rights, which they
waived rendering written sworn statements admit-
ting to the offense. Subject #1 and Subject #2
were processed and released to their unit. The
merchandise was returned to AAFES. Estimated
Cost of Larceny is $149.85. This is a final report.

Area I: Assault and Battery; Subject# 1 struck

Victim#1 facial area and head with a closed fist
outside of a club in Dongducheon Entertainment
District, Dongducheon. Victim#1 was transported
to TMC where he was treated and released for
his possible concussion. At 1300 Hrs, 16 JAN
09, Victim#1 reported to the USAG-Casey PMO
where he rendered a written statement attesting
to the incident. Victim#1 was processed and re-
leased to his unit. Investigation continues.

AREA II: Shoplifting; Subject#1 was observed by

Witness#1 via Closed Circuit TV removing a shirt
and attempted to exit the store without rendering
the proper payment. Subject#1 was detained by
MP and transported to the USAG-Yongsan PMO
where he was advised of his legal rights, which
he waived rendering a written statement admitting
to the offense. Subject#1 was processed and re-
leased to his unit. The merchandise was returned
to AAFES. Estimated cost of Larceny is $39. This
is a final report.
AREA II: Damage to Private Property; Fleeing
the Scene After Causing an Accident, Subject#1
while making a legal u-turn, struck Victim#1 POV.
The Subject#1 then fled the scene without report-
ing the incident to KNP. The Subject#1 vehicle
sustained unknown damages to the right rear of
the vehicle. Damages to Victims vehicle con-
sisted of dents, scratches and paint transfer to the
left front fender and bumper, dents to the hood,
a broken left headlight assembly, a detached
front bumper, a cracked front grill and scratches
to the left front wheel rim. A search of the area
by KNP for subject(s) and/or witness(es) met
with negative results. Victim #1 reported to the
Yongsan Main KNP Station where she rendered a
written sworn statement attesting to the incident.
Victim#1 reported utilization of her seatbelt. Esti-
mated Cost of Damage is unknown. Due to a lack
of investigative leads, this is a final report.
AREA III: Traffic Accident resulting in Injury
and Damage to Private Property; Driving Under
the Influence of Alcohol; Subject #1 operating a
POV, fell asleep due to his level of intoxication
and struck an unknown POV on the HWY #1,
Anseong. Damages to Subject#1 vehicle con-
sisted of disabling damages. Damages to the un-
known vehicle consisted of dents, scratches and
paint transfer to the rear portion of the vehicle.
The Victim#1 sustained unknown injuries and was
transported via ambulance to an unknown Korean
hospital where the unknown person was treated
and released for the injuries. Subject#1 reported
no visible injuries. Subject#1 was administered
a PBT, with a result of 0.05% BAC. Subject#1
was transported to the Kyungi-Do KNP Station
where he was charged by KNP under KRTL ART
#44-1 (Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol).
Subject#1 was released into MP Custody on a CJ
Form 2 and transported to the USAG-Humphreys
PMO where he was processed and released to
his unit. The utilization of seatbelt is unknown at
this time. Estimated Cost of Damage is unknown.
Investigation continues MPI.
Ben Richardson, a middle school student from Yongsan, goes for a swim in one of the many pools at Tiger World water park and leisure complex Jan. 19. Tiger
World is located in Bucheon, about an hour drive from USAG-Yongsan. Tiger World offers a full-sized, indoor water park and spa as well as a fitness center, golf
facilities and an indoor ski resort. Directions : At Bugae Station (Subway line 1, take bus #579 or #79 in front of exit #2. Get off at Sangil High School (about a 5
min. ride). After getting off, walk for 5 mins. or take a taxi from Bugae Station (about 2,500 won) Visit www.tigerworld.co.kr/eng/ — Photo by Max Johnson
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities
Lunar New Year events (Seoul) a football competition played on ice and other of events for the whole family and visitors of all
Seollal takes place on the first day of the New Year various leisure activities that can be enjoyed in ages, including magic shows, music concerts,
according to the lunar calendar, which this year is on the the snow-covered field. The third is the Well-being making snowmen, snow sculpting and sledding.
26th Jan. 26. The official Seollal holidays will run for a Zone, where visitors can savor foods made from For transportation and admission information,
total of three days, from Jan. 25 – 27, and during this ice-fish or take part in a cooking class specializing visit www.tour2korea.com or the festival’s official
time Korean people wear Hanbok (Korean traditional in Korean ice-fish cuisine. Lastly, there is the Family website at festival.taebaek.go
costume), exchange well-wishes, and eat Tteokguk (rice Zone that features an ice-fishing lesson for children.
cake soup). Also at this time, many traditional cultural Besides these themed events there will be ‘Korea Jisan Forest Resort
events and performances will be held at major tourist dog-sled championship’ where you can watch the Jisan Forest Resort is located in Icheon city,
spots in Seoul. The Namsangol Hanok Village, the passionate dogs running on ice and ‘car racing Gyeonggi-do province, near the Incheon Airport.
Korean Folk Village and the National Folk Museum of (rally) contest’ on snow. Find out what to bring and All slopes are available for snow-boarders,
Korea will be holding a number of hands-on programs. services available by visiting www.tour2korea.com and the moving staircases will help children
At Several of Korea’s historical palaces, such as or www.injefestival.co.kr and beginners move more easily. In addition,
Gyeongbokgung Palace, foreigners will be able to try the 6-seat chair lift is equipped with a heating
out Korea’s traditional folk games. Visitors will also be Winter Activities Fest (Thru Feb. 1) system. Although the slopes are not that big,
able to watch Korean traditional performances over the Doridoll’s Dong Jang Kun Festival, which is a this resort is loved by many people because
holidays The National Folk Museum of Korea, which perfect spot for family winter activities will be held of its convenient facilities and close proximity
is located inside Gyeongbokgung Palace, is holding a at Baekun Valley, Pocheon city, Gyeonggi-do to Seoul. Jisan Resort does not suffer from
special exhibition to welcome Gichuknyeon, the year of Province. Visitors can enjoy various folk activities overcrowding, and so visitors here can enjoy
the ox. The exhibition runs until March 2. For information such as trout ice fishing, Korean traditional sledding skiing without experiencing long waits at the lifts.
on these events, visit www.tour2korea.com, www. on an ice field, top spinning, seesawing and kite Facilities at Jisan Resort are very reasonably
koreanfolk.co.kr, or www.nfm.go.kr flying. Snacks such as baked potatoes and sweet priced. In terms of accommodation facilities,
potatos and red-bean soup are served to satisfy. condos range from 85,000won to 195,000
With its 15m tall Dongjang-gun Ice Statue and Icicle won (condo prices differ by the weekend, the
Ice Fishing (Thru Feb. 2) Tunnel, the Doridoll’s Dong Jang Kun Festival has weekday and the season), and restaurants and
The Inje Ice-fishing Festival is one of the largest much to offer. Visit www.tour2korea.com supermarkets are also available. Jisan Resort
wintertime events in Korea, drawing 700,000 also operates a free shuttle bus from Seoul. Also
visitors every year. As part of the festival, Snow Fest (Jan. 26 - Feb. 8) available are a Snow park for kids, playground
the river ice is broken to reveal clean waters The Snow Festival in the city of Taebaek, Gangwon- for infants, ski shop, campsite, cycling course,
flowing through a beautiful landscape, offering do Province, is a major winter event. Visitors can basketball court, soccer field, putting course,
to both adults and children the pleasures of enjoy both the beautiful snow-capped landscape and golf practice range. Visit www.jisanresort.
fishing. In addition to ice fishing, festival-goers of Mt. Taebaeksan and take part in a number of co.kr or www.tour2korea.com
will enjoy a variety of hands-on events and hands-on programs. Starting on Jan. 26 with a
games. The Inje Ice-fishing Festival includes snow street parade, the festival will feature a snow Glass Castle (Jeju)
attractions under four different themes: First, and ice carving exhibition as well as a variety of This glass art theme park is the first of its kind
the Nature Zone includes ice fishing, a “zoo” hands-on programs and performances. A major in Korea, and offers a glass arts exhibition that
featuring ice animal carvings, and an ice attraction is the world of beautiful snow sculptures along with a garden, a labyrinth, and walls that
playground featuring a slide made out of created by top sculptors around the world as well have been entirely made out of glass. Visit www.
ice. Secondly is the Leports Zone, featuring as from Korea. In addition to this, there are a variety tour2korea.com for information.
Source: www.korea.net, www.seoulselection.com, http://english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul.net — No endorsement implied.
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2009: Year of the NCO
See this week’s NCO profile on Page 21

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Sports fans will now have a home on
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Classic Rock:
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regular lineup.
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In our recent survey, our listeners’
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Sung Nam Golf Club announcement

Sung Nam Golf Club will replace elements of the heating unit. During this time period the current
heating system will be shut down. Except for in the pro shop and administration offices, the building will be
unheated. The following areas will be shut down through Feb. 22 (scheduled completion date): Men’s and
Ladies locker rooms and showers. Please retrieve needed items from your lockers; Clubhouse toilets will
be shut off. Please use the facilities at the #1 Snack Bar; Restaurant and Bar will be closed. #1 Snack Bar
will open for Breakfast and Lunch.
The Snack Bar and Pro Shop will remain open. Please check in as normal in the Pro Shop. Please plan
to change before arriving to play golf, as there will not be any access to the locker rooms at this time. We
apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.
No endorsement implied
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EEO, POSH briefings given at Red Cloud
By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
USAG-RED CLOUD — Supervisors
and nonsupervisors gained extra knowledge
of prevention of sexual harassment during
training held Jan. 16 by the USAG-Red Cloud
Equal Employment Opportunity office. The
training began with an understanding of the
principle of equal employment opportunity
being one, which asserts all people should
have the right to work and advance based
on merit and ability, regardless of race, color,
religion, sex, age, national origin, disability
status, and without reprisal. These notions
of equal employment do not come without
regulatory guidance. The 29 Code of Federal
Regulations 1614, Army Regulation 690-
600, and EEOC Management Directive
110 map the guidance for managing EEO
complaints.
Legal statutes range from the years 1964
to as late as 2002. Title VII of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, which was amended by
the EEO Act of 1972 dealing with race, color,
religion, sex or national origin, extended
coverage to all state and local governments,
governmental agencies, and political sub-
divisions, except for elected officials, their
personal assistants and immediate advisors.
The Equal Pay Act of 1963, which dealt
with sex-based wage, makes it illegal to base
wages differently according to the sex of
the employee. The Age Discrimination in
Employment Act of 1967 makes it illegal
to discriminate by age if the employee is 40
plus years of age, said Rose Aguigui, USAG-
RC Equal Employment Opportunity
officer and conductor of the briefing.
The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Sections
501, 502, 504, and 508 regard federal
government employees. American with
Disabilities Act of 1990 Titles I and V deal
with private sector employees, state and local
government employees. The Civil Rights
Act of 1991 amends the Civil Rights Act of
1964 to strengthen and improve Federal civil
rights laws, to provide for damages in cases
of intentional employment discrimination,
to clarify provisions regarding disparate
impact actions, and for other purposes.
The Notification and Federal Employee
Anti-discrimination and Retaliation Act
of 2002, popularly known as the NoFEAR
Act, requires federal agencies be accountable
for violations of anti-discrimination and
whistle-blower protection laws and post
quarterly on its public web site certain
statistical data relating to federal sector
equal employment opportunity complaints
filed with such agency. All U.S. applicants,
current and former employees, certain
contract employees may take advantage of
the EEO complaint process, Aguigui said.
There are eight basis for filing an EEO
complaint:
• Race
• Color
• Sex (gender)
• Age (40+)
• Religion
• National Origin
• Disability (physical or mental)
• Reprisal for Title VII Activity
Persons aggrieved must identify an issue
relating to one of the above terms, condition
or benefit of employment, Aguigui said.
When an individual initiates an EEO
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complaint they should identify an issue Ingredients for a hostile work environment dependent, and emotional simply because
relating to a term, condition, or benefit include: verbal, nonverbal or physical they are women, Aguigui said.
of employment along with the reason or gestures that are sexual in nature, which are “We find there are more reprisal issues
basis for discrimination. The complainant unwanted and unwelcome and unreasonably when it deals with an employee and their
must file within 45 calendar days, then interferes with an individual’s work first or second line supervisor,” Aguigui
after processing procedures the average performance, and creates an intimidating, said. “They know the employee has come to
processing time is from two to three years. hostile, or offensive working environment. our office for advice. When they return to
The cost to the government for complaints “The harassment does not necessarily have their office they find they are being treated
can be as much as $80 thousand dollars. to be sexual in nature,” Aguigui said. “Also, differently, i.e. their work space moved or
The legal maximum for damages awarded a we consider actions threatening in nature, some other action. We tell supervisors they
complainant is $300 thousand. which cause a hostile work environment.” cannot take any action against an employee
Unresolved informal complaints will Sex discrimination is any practice or in reprisal.”
have a final interview; the complainant policy, which results in differential treatment The EEO office is motivated by Code
will receive a notice of right to file a formal of an individual because of his or her gender, 29 of Federal Regulations 1614, Army
complaint with which he or she will have 15 Aguigui said. The exception to this is when Regulation 690-600, and Management
calendar days to file a formal complaint. the job calls for an occupational qualification Directive 110.
The EEO officer has 15 calendar days to when gender is necessary for authenticity “These are the principles behind EEO,”
accept or dismiss the complaint, Aguigui or normal operation of the job. Most of Aguigui said. “These are bibles for EEO;
said. The common causes for dismissal of these jobs have to do with transportation, the Management Directive 110 comes
a claim are: security and law enforcement when females from the Equal Employment Opportunity
• Failure to state a claim and males are required to perform duties Commission. They are the watchdogs for
• Untimely contact with EEO official requiring search of persons. the Federal and Civilian sectors.”
• Untimely filing of formal complaint Other benchmarks of sexual harassment All of this comes together in teamwork to
• Filing civil action for the same claim are sex role static, stereotypes, and sex role support the commander of the installation,
• Appealed to the Merit Systems stereotypes. Sex role static is unthinking, Aguigui said.“My office along with whoever
Protection Board undirected, everyday taken-for-granted the agency representative will be and a
• Complainant alleges a preliminary step remarks and actions based on gender representative from Human Resources are
(proposed adverse action) stereotypes. the team who serves the commander in
There is an alternative to this procedure; The danger of stereotyping is instead this capacity,” Aguigui said. “In our case it
however, it is the alternative dispute resolution of reacting naturally in a situation, the is the manager of employee relations, at the
option. At any phase of the complaint individual reacts or behaves according to Civilian Personnel Advisory Center.”
process, ADR can be offered as an alternative the stereotype, Aguigui said. “All EEO complaints are filed against the
to traditional EEO administrative process. Sex role stereotypes: men are traditionally secretary of the Army, not against anyone
For the Army, mediation is preferred because thought to be aggressive, independent, and else. The Army will always send their best
the primary goal is to resolve complaints at unemotional simply because they are men. most accomplished lawyer to defend against
the lowest possible level, Aguigui said. Women are thought to be non aggressive, EEO complaints.”
If a complaint is appropriate for mediation,
the offer is first presented to management.
If it is accepted by management, the offer
of mediation is made to the complainant.
Mediation is focused on issues, not people or
personalities or faults, current employment
issues, not issues from the past, Aguigui
said. If mutual interests are understood
and all other factors are met, then an early
resolution may occur.
Negotiated settlement agreements are
binding, enforceable contracts. They define
terms agreed upon by disputing parties
and the terms are confidential. There is no
fault pointed out and the agreement closes
the complaint unless the aggrieved party
articulates noncompliance, Aguigui said.
The Prevention of Sexual Harassment
briefing had three objectives: to understand
what constitutes sexual harassment, to
identify the costs of sexual harassment or a
hostile work environment, and to recognize
and accept one’s role and responsibilities in
regard to sexual harassment, Aguigui said.
“Supervisors are held to a higher
standard,” Aguigui said. “They have that
responsibility.” Army policy says sexual
harassment is unacceptable conduct and it
will not be tolerated.
“Sexual harassment destroys teamwork
and negatively affects organizational
readiness,” Aguigui said. “Sexual harassment
is when unwelcome sexual advances, requests
for sexual favors, or conduct of a sexual
nature creates a hostile work environment
or interferes with an individual’s ability to
perform his or her job.”
Quid pro-quo or this-for-that types
of advances of a sexual nature, which are
No endorsement implied
made a term or condition of continued
employment are also a form of sexual
harassment, Aguigui said.
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News & Notes Area I employees hold blood drive for stricken child
Victim Advocate Hot Line
USAG-RC Victim Advocate Hot Line is 011-
9187-2001. Take a stand against domestic
violence. Victim Advocate Coordinator US-
AG-Casey ACS, Building 2603. For more
information call 730-3494.

Daily Mass at USAG-RC

Join us for daily Mass 11:30 to 11:50 a.m.
Mon-Fri in USAG-RC Warrior Chapel. For
more information call 732-6404.

Community Bank Closing

USAG-RC Community Bank will be closed
for Lunar New Year Jan. 26 and 27. For
more information call: 732-6019/5502.

Red Cloud/Casey Workforce

Town Hall Meeting
Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson, USAG-RC
commander, and Richard Davis, deputy
commander, will ;hold a workforce town
hall meeting Feb. 18 from 10-11 a.m. at the
USAG-Casey Digital Conference Center.
For individuals unable to attend the town
hall meeting at Casey, the event will be
broadcast live in the Red Cloud Theater.
For more information call: 732-8854.

Feeling Depressed or Stressed Out?

If you are feeling depressed or stressed
out, call the Military and Family Life Con-
sultant Program. Services are completely Bae, Jin Young (center) from Korean Red Cross draws blood from Lee, Yong Jae (reclining), DOL employee, during the blood drive held Jan. 9 on Red Cloud
confidential and private. For more informa- outside building 57. Employees of Red Cloud’s Directorate of Logistics and Korean Employees Union held a blood drive to benefit Ko, Un Young an elementary
tion call: 010-3147-0756 for Red Cloud or school student suffering from leukemia. The child will have a bone marrow transplant with marrow donated by her siblings soon and will need a large amount of
010-869-3666. blood. For this reason, employees of DOL and the KEU in Area I decided to have a blood drive on post outside of building 57. Employees from all directorates
came to give blood. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Kim, Tae Hoon
Early Bird Shopping
at Casey Commissary

Vice Governor of Gyeonggi visits Red Cloud

Early Bird shopping is 7-11 a.m. in the
Casey Commissary every Tuesday through
Friday. For additional information, call:
730-4451/3432.

New! Mitchell’s Sunday Brunch

Mitchell’s will offer Sunday Brunch begin-
ning Feb. 8 from 10 to 2 p.m. every Sun-
day. No reservations are required. For
more information call: 732-8189/8211.

Fred Meurer Workshop Time Change

The Fred Meurer Workshop date is
changed to Jan. 30 from Jan. 27. For more
information call: 732-6002.

ACAP Counselor Position Vacancy at

Camp Mobile
Position requires a master’s degree or
equivalent and at least two years of experi-
ence in the field or in a related area. Works
under general supervision or independent-
ly and typically reports to a supervisor or
manager. For additional information call:
730-4033/4034.

Tax Center
Grand Opening
The Area I Tax Center will have their grand
opening Jan. 27 in Maude Hall. There will
be a cake cutting and attendees may bring
their tax forms and questions to kick the tax
season off in advance of the April 15 dead-
line. For information call: 730-3660/3655

2009 Eighth Army

BATAAN Road March
Registration for the 2009 BATAAN Road
March will be from 7-8:15 a.m. Feb. 21 in
the Carey Fitness Center USAG-Casey.
Race will begin 8:45 a.m. The event is
open to active duty military personnel as-
signed to the 8th Army with a DEROS no
sooner than April 4 2009. For more infor- Kil, Kwan Chun (left), USAG-RC community relations officer, Choi, Hong Shul (center), Gyeonggi Provence vice governor, and Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jack-
mation call:725-5064. son (right), commander, USAG-RC, take a walk while discussing the relationship and responsibilities shared by Gyeonggi Provence and the U.S. Army
in Area I Jan. 16. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Kim, Tae Hoon
JANUARY 23, 2009
Dr. Park, Jong Duck (standing) of the National Institute for Korean Language explains the origin of the Korean language. Areas circled on the map indicate areas where scholars previously thought Korean language
originated. This study was in error; however, and Dr. Park explains today’s Korean language originated within the Korean peninsula. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Kim, Tae Hoon
Red Cloud KATUSAs get Korean language update
By Pvt. Kim, Tae Hoon
USAG-RC Public Affairs
USAG-RED CLOUD — Korean
Augmentation to the United States Army
soldiers gathered in USAG-Red Cloud’s
theater Jan. 14 to hear a special lecture
from Dr. Park, Jong Duck of the National
Institute for Korean Language.
Park came at the invitation of the
Republic of Korea army as part of their
weekly meetings where KATUSAs are given
briefings on the status of the situation with
North Korea and other subjects dealing
with the political situation between the two
Korea’s. Subjects briefed in such meetings
can range between national pride to better
knowing their enemy. This briefing dealt
AREA I
with the origins of the Korean language.
“Koreans have been mistakenly taught
their language originated in middle Asia,”
Park said. “After many years of research and
study, we know this notion is wrong.”
Park continued to explain how the
Korean language came about within the
boundaries of modern day Korea. Early
historical records point out two groups of
languages were spoken in Manchuria and
the Korean Peninsula before the 7th century.
During the middle of the 7th century, the
kingdom of Shilla unified the peninsula
and its language became dominant. During
the 10th century, the Koryo Dynasty was
founded and the capital was relocated to
Kaesong in the center of the peninsula. From
that time on, the dialect of Kaesong became
the standard national language.
The script, generally called Han-gul, is
basically an invented language, invented
by the fourth king of the Choson Dynasty,
Sejong (1418-1450). It was then called
Hunmin Chong-um, which means “proper
sounds to instruct the people.” The script;
however, did not appear until 1446 when
Hunmin Chong-um appeared in a written
document. The reason for the invention
of the Korean script, according to King
Sejong, was to enable the Korean people to
write their own language without the use of
Chinese characters. A second motivation for
the script was to represent the proper sound
associated with each character.
When King Sejong and his scholars
attempted to invent a Korean writing
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system, scholars believe he probably looked
to several writing systems already known to
them, such as Chinese old seal characters,
the Uighur script and the Mongolian scripts.
The system, for which he settled; however,
is predominantly based on phonology, or
how syllables and words are pronounced,
Park explained.
“This system made the Korean alphabet
one of the easiest and most scientific in the
world,” Park said.
Pvt. Kim, Hyun Soo, Headquarters,
Headquarters Company, USAG-RC was
impressed with the new information.
“I was very impressed with the briefing
today,” Kim said. “It was not only insightful,
interesting, and instructive, it also gave me
a sense of national pride.”
Warriors
attend New
Horizons Day
on Red Cloud
Soldiers learn about financial
readiness, ethics and equal opportunity
among other subjects
Gwendolyn McCarthy, USAG-RC Army Commu-
nity Services, financial services specialist, gives a
briefing to Soldiers on Red Cloud about their finan-
cial readiness during New Horizons Day held in the
USAG-RC theater Jan. 15. — U.S. Army photo by
Pvt. Kim, Tae Hoon
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Yongsan troops receive New Horizons training

By Spc. Jason C. Adolphson
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — American and Korean

Soldiers and Civilian Employees throughout the Yongsan
area participated in the 14th semiannual “New Horizons”
training program Jan. 15.
New Horizons is a Korea-wide assembly designed to
provide a review of safety issues, cultural awareness, and
conduct and responsibility.
“The Army Family requires a proactive safety culture for our
Soldiers and Civilians,” Juan Vazquez, U.S. Army Garrison-
Yongsan acting safety manager said during a brief at the Religious
Retreat Center. “We must have a safety mindset at all times and
integrate composite risk management 24 hours a day.”
Due to the season, winter safety was a primary focus. The
agenda consisted of driving in poor weather conditions, carbon
monoxide poisoning prevention, cold weather injuries and drinking
and driving, which went in accordance with an increase in driving
under the influence incidents on Yongsan late last year.
Other local occurrences discussed were two pedestrian fatalities
and motor vehicle accidents in recent months.
“Never give safety a day off,” Vazquez said, citing a
common slogan. “Use risk management to help weigh the
benefits and costs of each risk, and plan ahead and make
Soldiers from the U.S. Army’s 94th Military Police Battalion receive New Horizons training Jan. 15 at the Yongsan Multipurpose
choices that prevent mishaps.”
Training Facility. — U.S. Army photos by Spc. Jason C. Adolphson
Hundreds more Soldiers and Civilians gathered at the
Multipurpose Training Facility for a day of presentations and of service here in the Republic of Korea,” Lt. Gen. Joseph States Army team. They bridge multiple gaps - cultural,
discussions about various issues. While safety took center F. Fil Jr., 8th U.S. Army commander, said in his televised logistical and operational.” Fil urged troops to absorb local
stage, topics of professionalism, ethics and cultural awareness address to all military personnel on the peninsula. resources to take in the Korean language and culture for
were also a large part of the forum. “Soldiers are never off duty. Know the standards, live maximized cohesion and self enlightenment.
“I want to reinforce the behavior we need to demonstrate them and enforce them,” he said. “KATUSAs and Korean Special Troops Battalion will conduct New Horizons
to be ready to fight tonight and beginning your proud legacy servicemembers remain critical members of the United training today.

(Left) Yongsan community members rejoice in the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during a speech in King’s honor Jan. 18. (Right)
A community member sings his testimony in memory of King. This was preceded by a march and candle-light vigil. Similar celebrations
occured the same day at garrisons across the peninsula. — U.S. Army photos by Cpl. Lee Min hwi

Community holds candle-light vigil

By Cpl. Lee Min hwi
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — Nearly 400
Yongsan community members celebrated
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the South
Post Chapel Jan. 18, remembering and
commemorating his life and legacy.
The ceremony began with a vigil march
from Collier Field House to South Post Chapel.
Marchers braved the cold winter weather to
honor America's slain civil rights leader.
“Tonight, we are here to honor and
celebrate and remember Dr. Martin Luther
King, our true American hero,” said Alpha
Phi Alpha Fraternity President Spencer
Walton. “He taught us to believe in the
dream that in one day America will live up to
the idea that all people are created equal.”
During a musical performance, members
from Yongsan Collective Protestant Service
sang “Men of Valor.” As he did last year,
Aris Wilkins, a senior in the Seoul American
High School, delivered the famous Dr. King
speech, “I Have a Dream.”
“Although most of us were not in the time
of Dr. King, we know that he had a dream
that people will not be judged by color of
skin, but content of our character,” said
Gloria Baker, guest speaker. “Dr. King created
a legacy-a legacy of social action, of peace and
of nonviolent education program.”
More than a dozen organizations had
representative coming forward to light
candles. USAG-Yongsan Commander Col.
Dave Hall also participated in the tribute.
“It's so valuable for us to come together as
a community, recognizing our diversity, but
more importantly, recognizing our unity,”
Hall said. “I believe our community has
never been stronger.”
Walton said ceremonies like this
would help the younger generation
remember the contributions of Dr. King
to America and renew many people's
spirit to volunteer to join his works.
“This is my fourth year of participating to
this event,” said Kimberly Hicks, a history and
English teacher of SAHS. “Dr. Martin Luther
King has set a path to improving equality and
justice. It is phenomenal because his civil rights
movement paved the way for equality towards
various groups of people in these days.”
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
coordinated the ceremony.
“I am so pround of the community's
effort in the program tonight," Hall told
attendees. "Dr. King's spirit lives on. Together,
communities can make a difference.”
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News & Notes Partners formalize

Force Protection Announcement
Hannam Village Chapel Gate may
experience unannounced closures through
Friday due to scheduled civil gatherings in
the area of the hospital. Exercise extreme
caution, avoid demonstrations and use the
Hannam Village Main Gate, if possible.
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month.
65th Medical Brigade wants you to know that
you can prevent Cervical Cancer with regular
Pap tests. A safe and effective vaccine
is also available that provides protection
against most human papillomaviruses (HPV)
which cause cervical cervical cancer. Get a
Well Woman exam and Pap test today. For
information, call 725-6232 or 737-2273.
Winter Temperatures
Keep the heat on this winter! To keep the
pipes from freezing, don’t turn the heat off
during the cold weather. If you leave your
quarters for an extended period of time turn
the heat down, but not off. The thermostat
should be set at no less than 55 degrees.
security agreement
By David McNally
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — American
and Korea military officials formally signed
a joint security agreement in a Jan. 16
ceremony at Yongsan Garrison.
The Republic of Korea 218th
Homeland Reserve Regiment and U.S.
Army Garrison-Yongsan updated a long-
standing memorandum of understanding
that enhances the partnership between
the two units.
“We have been working closely with
the 218th HRR over several months to
streamline this agreement,”said Robert
Wallace, USAG-Yongsan base defense officer.
“It's a better document now, and we've been
able to enhance our relationship.”
Wallace said the 218th agreed to augment
base defense
operations in
contingency
operations.
“We get great
cooperation,”
he said. “That
extends to
working closely
with each other USAG-Yongsan Commander Col. Dave Hall shakes hands with Republic of Korea
o n m i l i t a r y Army Col. Jung Sang-bae, 218th Homeland Reserve Regiment commander at a
Jan. 16 joint-security ceremony. — U.S. Cpl. Choi Keun-woo
exercises. We've
got a lot of good things going.” neighbor program,” said An Chang-sin,
The memorandum is the culmination USAG-Yongsan community relations
of a lot of effort by the USAG-Yongsan officer. “The mil-to-mil relationships
Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobility grow stronger through mutual respect
and Security, the Republic of Korea Army and close coordination.”
Support Group and the 218th Homeland Soldiers from the 218th will host a
Reserve Regiment, Wallace said. friendship soccer match for USAG-Yongsan
“This is also a key part of our good troops later this spring.

Pedestrian Safety
Exercise extreme caution when crossing
roadways on and off post. Death and serious
injury are consequences of not being aware
of your surroundings at all times!
All-Ranks Engineer Ball
Society of American Military Engineers
6-10 p.m. Feb. 6 at the JW Marriott Hotel
in Seoul. See www.same.org/pec for
registration, events and other information.
For information, call 723-3260.
Seoul municipal officials, families tour Yongsan
By Cpl. Lee Min hwi
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — Seoul
municipal officials and their families
toured Yongsan Jan. 16 for an orientation
to the installation and a look at American
lifestyle in the middle of Seoul.
“This event is a part of Good Neighbor
Program designed to foster better
relationship and cultural exchange between
the U.S. Army and Korean local neighbors,”
said Michael Nutter, the U.S. Forces Korea
Good Neighbor Program coordinator.
“This would help them understand what
really exists behind the walls and that the
U.S. Army is a neighbor and friend.”
These nearly 80 local visitors, including
Korean family members, arrived at Moyer
Community Activities Center to watch a
multimedia presentation on the Korean-
American alliance and the Yongsan Relocation

Veterinary Clinic Renovation

The Veterinary Clinic is currently
under extensive renovation. During
this facility upgrade, the clinic
will remain open and provide full
service clinic vaccinations and sick
call appointments only. No surgery
appointments will be available at this
time. Renovations are projected to
be completed by February 2009. For
information, call 738-4257.
United States Immigration Basics Class
There are two sessions to choose from
9-11:30 a.m. or 1-3:30 p.m. Jan. 28.
Both cover the naturalization process
for both Military and Family Members
overseas, overseas adoption, the
immediate relative petition process,
and lawful permanent resident status.
Army Community Service provides the
class in building S4106, room 118. For
information, call 738-7505.
FRG Workshop
The next FRG Workshop is scheduled
for 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 29 in building 4106,
room 118. This month’s topic is “Best
Practices.” This month the FRGs are
encouraged to bring a best practice to
the workshop to share with your fellow
FRGs. This is an opportunity to learn
from each other. For information, call
738-7510.
Soldiers defend against snowfall Plan. USFK and Garrison officials answered
many questions about Yongsan.
“I learned that the impacts of the U.S.
Army are not just defending our country,
but include economic influences on local
people also," said Kim Mi-ae, a spouse.
"It is surprising to know that many of
Yongsan employees are Korean.”
After the quick orientation, they received
a bus tour of the garrison while listening to
tour guides explain the history and mission
of the U.S. Army at Yongsan. The group also
got a taste of American food in the Three
Kingdom's Inn Dining Facility.
“There are restaurants, hotel, hospital and
much more. I never expected this,” said Yang
Young-su. “I heard that this is one of the best
Army communities, and that seems to be
true. The people are really friendly too.”
The group then walked by the U.S. Forces
Korea headquarters building, commonly
Snowfall makes its 2009 debut on U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan streets, called the “White House” as they listened to
cars, parking lots and anything else under the sky Jan. 16. Nutter's explanations about the installation.
Soldiers armed themselves with brooms at the garrison headquarters to clear Soon they arrived at the Yongsan Lanes for
paths along walkways and other potentially hazardous areas. a few games of bowling.
The post road condition status rose from green to amber. “This is our first time to visit Yongsan
Up-to-date road status reports can be found on the garrison website at Garrison, and it is such a valuable treasure
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil by clicking on the “ROAD CONDITIONS” for all of us,” said Kim Sung-hwe, event
icon along the top of the page or call 738-ROAD.
coordinator. “Now we know that the Yongsan
Garrison officials urge community members to use maximum precautionary Army community is much closer. We wish
measures throughout the winter season. — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jason C. Adolphson for constant cultural exchange and ever
increasing friendship in the future.”

Dental Clinic Renovation

Dental Clinic #3 will undergo extensive
renovation and will be closed from Jan.
15 - February. During this facility upgrade,
patients will continue to receive the full
spectrum of dental care at Dental Clinic #2,
which is located adjacent to gate #17. For
For a complete list of community
information news and notes, visit the
USAG-Yongsan official web site at
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil
USAG-Yongsan site
gets facelift in new year
By Spc. Jason C. Adolphson
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — As more
community members get news and
information from the Internet, garrison
officials continue to shift resources to
meet their needs. The U.S. Army Garrison-
Yongsan web site got a facelift Jan. 18.
“Our goal is to be the portal of choice for
Yongsan community members,” said David
McNally, USAG-Yongsan public affairs
chief. “We currently serve more people
through our web site than we do with our
newspaper operations.”
More than 100 community events are
publicized on the Community Information
page, as well as weekly podcasts, news releases
and links to community services.
“Our most popular pages are the
community telephone directory and
our A to Z pages,” said Webmaster
Steven Morgan. “We also get a large
n u m b e r o f v i s i t s t o o u r Ko re a n
language news releases.”
The site redesign brings the garrison closer
to the design and functionality of the new
official Army homepage, www.army.mil.
— See SITE Page 12 —
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USAG-Yongsan Volunteer of the Quarter nominees, senior spouses and officials pose for a group photo after a Jan. 15 ceremony to honor volunteers. — U.S. Army photo by David McNally

Yongsan volunteers shine in award ceremony

By David McNally Badge, earned top billing as the USAG-Yongsan Youth
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs Volunteer of the Quarter.
“I’m pretty excited,” Weigle said. “It all worked out.”
YONGSAN GARRISON — The call to serve is strong for 38 Weigle's Eagle Scout project dramatically enhanced the Stork's
of Yongsan's top volunteers. More than 130 Yongsan community Nest, a temporary living facility for pregnant women visiting the
members packed the Community Service Building classroom Jan. 15 Brian Allgood Hospital from outlying areas.
to pay tribute to those who give freely of their time and talents. Weigle encouraged other youth to volunteer. “I would say to
The 31 adult and seven youth nominees for U.S. Army volunteer because it pays off in the end.”
Garrison-Yongsan “Volunteer of the Quarter” were chosen The Garrison named Ingrid Riseley as the Adult Volunteer of
from more than 1,930 Korean and American Servicemembers the Quarter. Riseley volunteers with the Army Community Service
and Civilians who volunteered on post last quarter, said Lisa Relocation Readiness Program, but actually puts most of her time
Willadsen, Garrison Army Volunteer Corps coordinator. in at the Yongsan Readiness Center.
“Our volunteers deserve to be recognized for the hard work Riseley has been greeting Yongsan newcomers for almost a year,
that they do and the impact they make on our community,” only missing one day. She provides newcomers with information
Willadsen said. about Army life, Korean culture and family assistance.
Garrison officials presented certificates of appreciation “We have families coming to the peninsula and they’re coming
to all nominees, and then recognized the top two volunteers to something new,” she said. “They need to see a friendly face.
with mementos. Somebody needs to look at them and welcome them in person.”
Avery Weigle, a Yongsan Boy Scout working on his Eagle Riseley said newcomers have many questions that she is able to
answer. “If you can just give them that
USAG-Yongsan announces little bit, it gives them a feeling that they
are cared for,” she said.
Volunteer of the Quarter She said she was surprised by her
Avery Weigle
selection as adult volunteer of the Garrison names Top
By David McNally quarter.
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs “I was surprised because I normally Youth Volunteer
don't need recognition,” she said. “After By David McNally
YONGSAN GARRISON — Volunteer 23 years as a military spouse it's just do. USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
of the Quarter Ingrid Riseley volunteers The recognition is nice, but it's not the
with the Army Community Service reason for volunteering.” YONGSAN GARRISON — Amidst many
Relocation Readiness Program, but Riseley said she encourages local nonprofit caregivers to the community
actually puts most of her time in at the newcomers to volunteer too. “There there’s Avery Weigle who was selected as Youth
Yongsan Readiness Center. are many rewards,” she said. Volunteer of the Quarter at a community
Riseley has been greeting Yongsan “It's important to conduct events
newcomers for almost a year, only missing service appreciation ceremony Jan. 15.
like these because volunteers often do “I'm pretty excited,” Weigle said. “It all
one day. She provides newcomers with things behind the scenes,” Willadsen
information about Army life, Korean culture worked out.” Weigle was recognized for a Boy
said. “I think the event went well.”
and family assistance. Ingrid Riseley Scout project that enhanced the Stork's Nest,
Willadsen said throughout the
“We have families coming to the last quarter, which was October to a temporary living facility for pregnant wives
peninsula and they're coming to something need recognition," she said. "After December, Yongsan volunteers logged visiting the hospital from outlying areas.
new,” she said. “They need to see a friendly 23 years as a military spouse it's just more than 18,000 hours of work each Weigle encouraged other youth to
face. Somebody needs to look at them and something you do. The recognition month. volunteer. “I would say to volunteer because
welcome them in person.” is nice, but it's not my reason for “That's a total of 55,005 volunteer it pays off in the end.”
Riseley said newcomers have many volunteering.” hours,” Willadsen said. “If you estimate About 130 community members turned
questions that she is able to answer. "If Riseley said she encourages newcomers what that much work would have cost out for the USAG-Yongsan Volunteer of the
you can just give them that little bit, it to volunteer too. “There are many the Army with a GS-5 paid employee, it Quarter ceremony to thank the nominees
gives them a feeling that they are cared rewards,” she said. figures out to a value to the community
for," she said. and honor the winners.
More than 130 Yongsan community of more than $877,000.”
She said she was surprised by her selection members packed the Community Garrison Commander Col. Dave our community members,” he said. "We
as adult volunteer of the quarter. Service Building classroom to pay Hall said Yongsan volunteers are vital are so proud of our volunteers and their
“I was surprised because I normally don't tribute to volunteers. to the community. "We have a vibrant selfless service.”
program with unequaled support from — See VOLUNTEERS Page 12 —
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Lunar New Year Safety
H
appy New Year, again! The Lunar
New Year holiday is widely
recognized as one of the most
important Korean holidays.
Families gather to reaffirm ties, wish each
other good health and fortune and many
perform rites to honor their ancestors.
This year, more than 30 million people
-- an incredible 75 percent of Korea’s
total population -- are expected to travel
between Jan. 23-28.
Because of this huge influx in travel, we need
to be extra vigilant about traffic safety. If you’re
planning to travel, expect heavy traffic and
long delays. Travel time on the expressways
and highways will take as much as three times
longer than normal travel times.
Unfortunately, last year, there were more
than 1,500 reported traffic accidents, 56
fatalities, and 3,015 total injuries during this
five-day holiday period.
To mitigate any safety threats during this
important holiday, I have put in place
measures to reduce military traffic from Jan.
23-28. During this holiday period the road
condition will be RED, which means only
essential military traffic will be on the road
and only with proper authorization.
Folks, the Department of Defense loses
more Servicemembers and Civilians due to
motorized-vehicle accidents than any other
accidental cause. Among accidental deaths of
Soldiers not deployed in 2008, 158 Soldiers
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“We continue to leverage technology
to better manage news and publicity,”
Morgan said. “We have developed an online
database that creates news feeds, manages our
Commander's Access Channel and sends out
automated e-mails to subscribers to notify
them of a new press release.”
McNally said the public affairs staff is
constantly developing new media products.
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The Seoul American Middle School
Choir performed two moving songs
during the ceremony. “We also had great
support for our sponsors for the food and
cake,” Willadsen said.
Guest speaker Beth Anne Hall told the
gathering about the importance of telling
people they are appreciated. She related
a story from her high school days of a
note she had written on fellow student’s
Valentine’s Day card.
“Saying ‘thank you’ may seem like a
small thing, but it can have a big impact
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were killed or permanently disabled in off-
duty privately owned vehicle accidents.
Sadly, alcohol is one of the factors in these
accidents. With any holiday comes celebrations
and with many celebrations comes an increase
in the consumption of alcohol. This obviously
increases the number of intoxicated drivers on
the roadways. Driving under the influence of
alcohol is illegal, unethical, unprofessional and
extremely dangerous. Remember, the blood
alcohol content limit on and off military
installations in Korea is .05 percent. I will not
tolerate those persons under my command
who choose to drink and drive, and neither
should you.
In addition to military traffic, I encourage
you to minimize all noncritical driving
next weekend. I encourage all our Soldiers,
Civilians and Family Members to experience
the wonderful places and events, the people,
land and culture of Korea. But, keep safety
at the forefront of your mind.
In keeping with the Senior Commander’s
guidance, “Under the oak tree counseling”
and detailed safety briefings are critical to
success. I expect leaders at all levels to focus
on off duty safety, the buddy system, and
drinking and driving. Other tips are to check
on weather forecasts and road conditions
prior to travel. Finally, a reminder to review
USFK Policy Letters on off-limits areas and
curfew. This is a Team effort. Let’s stay safe,
and again -- Happy Lunar New Year!
“We have a large presence on Flickr,
YouTube and Facebook,” McNally said.
“Our guidance from Army Public Affairs is
to engage new media to tell the Army story,
and we've gone after that aggressively.”
The Garrison site consistently gets more
than 20,000 unique visitors each month.
Visitors can sign up for free news services
from the subscriptions page.
on our lives,” she said.
Hall encouraged community members to
take two minutes each day to tell someone
specifically why you appreciate them.
“The results will make a world of
difference,” she said. “We especially
w a n t t o t h a n k o u r vo l u n t e e r s f o r
everything they do.”
Col. Hall said it was significant
that so many people turned out for
the volunteer ceremony. “This is truly
a first-class event worthy of our great
volunteers,” he said.
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Scouting Round-up for Korea Region
Boy Scouts of America
Korea District, Far East Council
Feb. 6-8 National Camp School, Japan (Cub Scouts)
Feb. 7 District Round Table, Yongsan
Feb. 8 Scout Sunday (Cub and Boy Scouts)
Feb. 11-12 National Camp School, Japan (Boy Scouts)
Feb. 16 District Bowl-a-thon, Yongsan Lanes (Cub Scouts)
Feb. 20-22 Klondike Derby, Camp Long (Boy Scouts)
For additional information visit the Korea District online at
http://www.koerabsa.org
Girl Scouts of America
Cookie Sales:
Every weekend from through Feb. 28 - Yongsan Main PX,
Yongsan Commissary, South Post Shoppett
Jan. 31 Masquerade Ball, Underground, Main Post Club, 6-11 p.m. - billed
as a 'Me and My Pal' dance - beautiful dresses, masks, dancing, and buffet.
Feb. 16 USA Girl Scouts Overseas Adult Volunteers - Good Neighbor
Program with Girl Scouts of Korea - training class for young university
students who will become future Girl Scout leaders in their elementary
schools. This is the second meeting. We had them in October for Outdoor
I, II, III training. During this session we will be discussing non-traditional
holidays on both the US and ROK side, making crafts suitable for elementary
age Scouts and preparing a simple lunch at the GS Hut, B-4257,
on South Post, Yongsan.
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Combating Cyber Crime becomes difficult
as criminals become more sophisticated
Courtesy of the FBI
Cyber crooks have become so organized
and businesslike that they use online
forums to advertise illegal wares, buy and
sell computer viruses, and traffic in stolen
identities—all for huge profits.
Besides fueling an underground
criminal economy, the Internet is
increasingly being exploited by terrorists
and spies, the FBI’s top cyber experts said
at a recent international conference on
cyber security.
For about $30, one of our undercover
agents explained, cyber crooks anywhere
in the world can buy a blank credit card,
complete with the holographic security
markings used by legitimate credit card
companies. They can buy equipment
to encode someone’s stolen identity
information onto the card. And they can
buy software to verify that the unsuspecting
victim’s credit is good, so that anyone using
the phony card will not raise suspicions at
the checkout counter.
“The sophistication of our adversaries
is growing,” Shawn Henry, head of
our Cyber Division, told about 400
participants from 37 countries at the
first International Conference on Cyber
Security. The conference was held last week
at Fordham University in New York City
and was sponsored by the university and
our New York Office, bringing together
our cyber experts and their international
counterparts from law enforcement,
industry, government, and academia.
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The three-day event, which featured a
variety of speakers and panel discussions,
was organized to find global solutions to
emerging cyber threats. “The FBI’s goal of
sponsoring this conference is to build and
forge long-lasting relationships to combat
terrorist and criminal use of the Internet,”
said Joseph Demarest, who heads our
New York Office. “The conference is the
beginning of greater cooperation on all
cyber matters.” The key to fighting cyber
crime, conference participants agreed, is
through international cooperation.
A good example of that cooperation is
today’s international 24/7 network of cyber
investigators. The network, established
among the G8 nations in 1997, has since
grown to 55 member countries, all of which
have dedicated cyber crime investigators
who can respond to fast-moving cases at a
moment’s notice—often with the ability to
“fast freeze” e-mail traffic and other stored
electronic data, which can preserve a crook’s
otherwise fleeting digital footprint.
Here’s a hypothetical example of how
the network operates: A cyber crook hacks
into a bank in Mexico City. Mexican
investigators trace the computer used in
the attack to New York City, and quickly
contact FBI agents, who discover that
the New York computer is linked to a
computer South Korea. They alert Korean
agents, who learn that the attack originated
in Bangkok. Thai agents make the arrest.
Thanks to the network, the investigative
process may take hours or days instead of
weeks or months.
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TRICARE offers guidance on newborn, adoptees, Sorority hosts

Main Post Club party
pre-adoptees overseas An original or certified-copy of a certificate of live birth (signed by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
the attending physician or other responsible person from a military
TRICARE Marketing treatment facility). Birth certificates from host nation facilities Republic of Korea Alumnae Chapter
require a stamp from TRICARE prior to DEERS registration. launches ‘DELTA FORCE...SISTERS
It’s important to register newborns and adoptees in the Defense DD form 1172 signed by the sponsor and verifying official from a ON A MISSION’ Feb. 7 from 7 p.m. –
Enrollment Elibility Reporting System to establish TRICARE uniformed services ID card facility. If the sponsor cannot sign the 2 a.m. The event will feature a Fashion
eligibility for essential well-baby and pediatric health care. By DD Form 1172 in person at an ID card facility, then a notarized Show, Step Show, and party at the
registering your newborn or adopted child in DEERS, you will copy of the form is required. The spouse must provide a power of Main Post Club.
avoid potential claims problems. attorney for DEERS enrollment if the sponsor didn’t sign the DD Attendees must pay $20 in advance
As long as another family member is enrolled in Prime, Form 1172. (18 years of age and older welcome).
TRICARE Overseas Program Prime covers the following while Congratulations! And please feel free to contact your local For more information, call Janet Solly
OVERSEAS: TRICARE office at 736-9130 or log on to www.tricare.mil at 010-9052-7316.
• Newborns for 120 days beginning from the date of birth;
• Adopted children for 120 days beginning from the effective date
of the actual adoption; and
• Pre-adoptive children for 120 days beginning on the date of
Local ID Card Facilities Military Post Offices
placement of the court or approved adoption agency. USAG-Red Cloud close in honor of
Command sponsored beneficiaries must complete a Prime Bldg. 225
enrollment form to continue TOP Prime coverage past the first (Across from Mitchell’s) Lunar New Year
120 days. On the 121st day and after, if your child isn't enrolled in 732-9498
TOP Prime, TRICARE processes all future claims under Standard Military Post Offices will
(higher costs) until you enroll them in Prime. USAG-Yongsan be closed on Mon., Jan. 26
Newborns or adoptees of non-command sponsored families will Bldg. 4034 in honor of
automatically revert to TRICARE Standard after the initial 120 (Next to Dragon Hill Lodge)
days. TRICARE Overseas Prime is not available to retirees and their 723-6527
Lunar New
family members. Newborns and adoptees in this category will only Year’s Day.
be covered as TRICARE standard. Remember, it is still necessary to USAG-Humphreys Normal
register your child in DEERS to establish TRICARE eligibility. Bldg. 544
If the newborn or adoptee is the only family member, please
operations
(Near Tommy D’s)
remember that command sponsorship rules apply and overseas 753-6759 will resume
screening will be required to enroll in TOP Prime. Jan. 27 and will be operating
To register your newborn or adopted child in DEERS, visit your
local DEERS office (ID Card Issuing Facility). DEERS registration
USAG-Daegu with limited manning.
Bldg. 1307
is still important for TRICARE eligibility no matter what TRICARE (Across from IMCOM on Camp Henry) Contact your local post office
plan your child is eligible for. Your child looses all TRICARE 768-7000 for further information.
eligibility 365 days after birth if they are not properly registered in
DEERS. Submit the following to the local ID card facility:

Jan. 23 - 29

LOCATION Today Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Notorious (R) 6:30 p.m. Gran Torino (R) 6:30 p.m. Twilight
CASEY Notorious Transporter 3
Sex Drive Notorious (PG13) 6:30 p.m. No Show No Show
(R) 7:30 p.m. (PG13 ) 7:30 p.m.
730-7354 (R) 8:30 p.m. (R) 8:30 p.m. Gran Torino
(R) 8:30 p.m.

Marley & Me Bedtime Stories

HENRY Marley & Me (PG) 1 p.m. (PG) 3 p.m. Twilight
(PG13) 7 p.m. Twilight (R) 7 p.m. No Show No Show No Show
Bedtime Stories
768-7724 (PG) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m.

Notorious Bolt (PG) 3:30 p.m. Bolt (PG) 3:30 p.m.

HUMPHREYS Punisher: War Zone Punisher: War Zone Transporter 3 Transporter 3
(PG13) 6:30 p.m. Gran Torino Gran Torino
(R) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.
Gran Torino (R) 9 p.m. (R) 9 p.m.
753-7716 (R) 9 p.m. Notorious (R) 6:30 p.m. Notorious (R) 6:30 p.m.

HOVEY Twilight Punisher: War Zone Notorious Sex Drive Bride Wars
(PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7p.m. No Show (R) 7 p.m. No Show (NR) 7 p.m.
730-5412

Bedtime Stories Twilight Transporter 3 Twilight

KUNSAN (PG) 6 / 8:30 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. No Show No Show No Show
(PG13) 6 / 8:30 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m.
782-4987 Sex Drive (R) 8:30 p.m.

Bride Wars Marley & Me (PG) 1 p.m. Marley & Me

OSAN (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG) 1 / 3:30 p.m. Yes Man Yes Man Seven Pounds Seven Pounds
Bride Wars (NR) 3:30 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m.
Day the Earth Stood Still Transporter 3 (PG13) 9:30 p.m. Bride Wars (NR) 6 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m.
784-4930 (PG13) 8:30 p.m. Transporter 3 (PG13) 8:30 p.m.

Curious Case of
RED CLOUD Benjamin Button Transporter 3 Twilight Gran Torino Gran Torino Notorious
(PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. No Show
(R) 7 p.m.
732-6620 Punisher: War Zone (R) 9:30 p.m.

Quantum of Solace Marley and Me Marley and Me

STANLEY (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. Bedtime Stories Notorious Twilight
(PG13) 7 p.m.
Soul Men Bedtime Stories (PG) 7 p.m. No Show (R) 9 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m.
Saw V
732-5565 (R) 9 p.m. (R) 9 p.m. (PG) 9 p.m.

Bride Wars Bride Wars Bride Wars Twilight Punisher: War Zone Punisher: War Zone
(NR) 5:30 / 8:30 p.m. (NR) 2 / 4 / 8 p.m. (NR) 2 / 4 / 8 p.m. Transporter 3 (PG13) 6 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
YONGSAN Family that Preys Family that Preys Family that Preys (PG13) 4 / 7 p.m. Transporter 3 Twilight Twilight
(PG13) 6:30 p.m. (PG13) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m. (PG13) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m. Bolt (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m.
738-7389 Madagascar II Madagascar II Bolt (PG) 3 / 5:30 p.m. Changeling Changeling Changeling
(PG) 6:30 p.m. (PG) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m. (PG) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m.
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Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
Protestant Services Protestant Services NOTE: Services will be held in the Protestant Services
Collective
Super Gym until further notice.
Collective Collective Protestant
Sunday 1000 Stone Chapel
Sunday 0800 Memorial Chapel (Liturgical) Protestant Services Sunday 1000 Camp Carroll
Sunday 1000 Stanley Chapel
Sunday 1030 West Casey Chapel 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel Collective Protestant 1030 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Protestant Sunday 0930 (Korean) Hannam Chapel Sunday 1100 Freedom Chapel Church of Christ 1700 Camp Walker
School-Coffee House 1000 South Post Chapel 1100 Suwon Air Base Chapel Gospel 1215 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Warrior Chapel 1030 K-16 Chapel 1300 Camp Carroll
Sunday 1100 Crusader Chapel
1100 Camp Eagle Chapel
1100 Hannam Village Chapel Gospel 1300 Freedom Chapel Contemporary
Sunday 1100 Hovey Chapel
Wednesday 1130 Bible Study-Coffee House Contemporary Contemporary 1800 Freedom Chapel Friday 1900 Camp Walker
Gospel Sunday 1000 Multi Purpose Training Facility KATUSA Korean
Sunday 1100 Casey Memorial Chapel Tuesday 1900 Freedom Chapel Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll
1230 Camp Stanley Chapel Gospel 1200 South Post Chapel Wednesday 1830 Camp Walker
Wednesday 1800 Gospel Bible Study
Korean
Stanley Chapel
Seventh-Day Adventist Wednesday 1730 Freedom Chapel
Thurday 1900 Gospel Practice Saturday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel Wednesday 1900 Freedom Chapel Catholic Services
Stanley Chapel (Bible Study) Mass
COGIC United Pentecostal (UPCI) Catholic Services Sunday 0900 Camp Walker
Sunday 1230 CRC Warrior Chapel Sunday 1330 Memorial Chapel Mass 1130 Camp Carroll
KATUSA
Sunday 1930 CRC Warrior Chapel Daily 1145 Freedom Chapel Saturday 1700 Camp Walker
Sunday 1300 Jackson Auditorium KATUSA Sunday 0930 Freedom Chapel
Tuesday 1900 Camp Stanley Chapel Thursday 1830 Memorial Chapel 1700 Camp Eagle Chapel Jewish
Tuesday 1840 Casey Stone Chapel
Tuesday 1800 Camp Castle Chapel
1700 Suwaon Air Base Chapel For information, contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Avi Weiss, avi.weiss@korea.
Episcopal army.mil, 723-6707
Tuesday 1830 Casey Memorial Chapel Jewish
Sunday 1000 Memorial Chapel
Tuesday 1830 Camp Hovey Chapel For information, contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Avi Weiss, avi.weiss@korea.
Thursday 1830 West Casey Chapel army.mil, 723-6707
Catholic Services
Catholic Mass Mass
Sunday 1130 Camp Stanley Chapel Sunday 0800 South Post Chapel
Sunday 0900 CRC Warrior Chapel 1130 Memorial Chapel The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the
Sunday 1215 West Casey Chapel
Sunday 0930 Camp Hovey Chapel
Saturday 1700 Memorial Chapel United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and
Orthodox Service Mon/Thur/Fri 1205 Memorial Chapel
1st and 2nd Sundays 1000 Old Hovey Chapel Tues/Wed 1205 Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel
authorized civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war.
Later Day Saints 1st Sat. 0900 Memorial Chapel
Sunday 1400 West Casey Chapel
Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at:
Jewish Services www.usfk.mil/org/FKCH/Index.html?/org/FKCH/Contents/mission.htm
Jewish Friday 1900 South Post Chapel
Friday 1830 West Casey Chapel for helpful links and information.

Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact

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

Chaplain (Lt. Col.) David B. Crary: Chaplain (Maj.) Klon K. Kitchen, Jr.: 2ID Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Richard Spencer: Chaplain (Maj.) Eddie Kinley:
david.crary@korea.army.mil, 738-3009 klon.kitchen@korea.army.mil, 753-7274 frank.richard.spencer@korea.army.mil, 732-7998 Eddie.kinley@korea.army.mil, 764-5455

Chaplain (Maj.) Adolph G. DuBose: Chaplain (Maj.) James E. O’Neal: Red Cloud Chaplain (Maj.) Fredrick Garcia: Chaplain (Maj.) Edward Martin:
adolph.g.dubose@korea.army.mil, 738-4043 james.e.oneal@korea.army.mil , 753-7276 fredrick.wayne.garcia@korea.army.mil, 732-6169 Edward.martin7@korea.army.mil, 765-8004

Chaplain (Maj.) Leo Mora Jr.: Chaplain (Capt.) Anthony Flores: Red Cloud Chaplain (Capt.) Mario Rosario:
leo.mora@korea.army.mil, 736-3018 Anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil, Mario.s.rosario@korea.army.mil,
753-7042
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Soldiers, Civilians take aim in 2008 Korea
Region MWR Digital Photo Contest
Staff Sgt. Christophe Paul: Thirsty Friend
Staff Sgt. Joshua Johnson: Keeping Watch
Capt. Joshua Sage: Young Buddhist Monks – Ankor Wat, Cambodia
1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Matt & Heather
Staff Sgt. Kysha Searcy-Freeman: Moment of Silence
FEATURE
1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Crusin’
Staff Sgt. Kysha Searcy-Feeman: Red, White & Blue
1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Cannon
Staff Sgt. Christophe Paul: Cheering
Capt. Thomas Webster: The Flight Surgeon’s Office
Sgt. Erik McCulley: Sunset Sailors
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Active-duty photo
contest winners
Listed are the winners for the active-
duty portion of the 2008 MWR digital
photography contest. For a complete list
of all active-duty and civilian winners, visit
http://imcom.korea.army.mil. To view
winning photo entries from both categories,
visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea.
Color Prints
Animal Friends Category
1st Place: Staff Sgt. Christophe Paul: Thirsty Friend
2nd Place: Staff Sgt. Joshua Johnson: Keeping Watch
3rd Place: Staff Sgt. Justo Andaluz: It Was Not Me
Honorable Mention:
Capt. Paul Hester: Mesmerized
Sgt. Roger Capote: Months Apart
Experimental Category
1st Place: Staff Sgt. Christophe Paul: As in a Dream
2nd Place: Pfc. Mark Whitford: Reflections
3rd Place: Pfc. Mark Whitford: Who is Looking at Who
Honorable Mention:
Staff Sgt. Christophe Paul: American Cowboy
Staff Sgt. Christophe Paul: Iwo Jima
Military Life Category
1st Place: 1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Cannon
2nd Place: Staff Sgt. Justo Andaluz: On Sight
3rd Place: Pfc. Mark Whitford: Through the Smoke
Honorable Mention:
1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Advance
Capt. Thomas Webster: The Flight Surgeon’s Office
Object Category
1st Place: Staff Sgt. Joshua Johnson: Starfish
2nd Place: 1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Tripod
3rd Place: Staff Sgt. Chet Ziolkowski: Water Lilli
Honorable Mention:
Staff Sgt. Kysha Searcy-Feeman: Red, White & Blue
Sgt. Erik McCulley: Sunset Sailors
People Category
1st Place: 1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Matt & Heather
2nd Place: Capt. Joseph Sage: Young Buddhist Monks -
Ankor Wat
3rd Place: Capt. Thomas Webster: Look at the Big Golf Ball!
Honorable Mention:
Staff Sgt. Justo Andaluz: I See You
Staff Sgt. Christophe Paul: Proud Protest
Place Category
1st Place: 1st Lt. George Cook: Cadet Chapel at West Point
2nd Place: Staff Sgt. Joshua Johnson: Jungle Hideway
3rd Place: Staff Sgt. Justo Andaluz : Church on the Top
Honorable Mention:
Staff Sgt. Justo Andaluz: Geoje Island
Capt. Michael Morella: Secret Garden Place
Monochrome
Animal Friends Category
1st Place: 1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Crusin’
Honorable Mention:
1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Donkey
Staff Sgt. Justo Andaluz: Smiling
Experimental Category
1st Place: Christophe Paul: Flower and Bee
Honorable Mention:
Staff Sgt. Justo Andaluz: Slurp
Staff Sgt. Justo Andaluz: The Bride
Military Life Category
1st Place: 1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Mind’s Eye
Honorable Mention:
Staff Sgt. Justo Andaluz: Carry to Safety
Kysha Searcy-Freeman: Moment of Silence
Object Category
1st Place: 1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Another Orphanage
Event Complete
Honorable Mention:
Capt. Joseph Sage: Moon Shot
Staff Sgt. Christophe Paul: Wise Bucket
People Category
1st Place: Staff Sgt. Christophe Paul: Cheering
Honorable Mention:
1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Come Here, Son
Staff Sgt. Christophe Paul: White Eyes
Place Category
1st Place: Capt. Michael Morella: Wonderland
Honorable Mention:
1st Lt. Andrew Kim: Underworld
Staff Sgt. Justo Andaluz: Temple on the Top
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18th Medical Command renovation announcements

Dental Clinic renovation: As part of our ongoing efforts to improve dental care,
the USAG-Yongsan, Dental Clinic #3 will undergo extensive renovation and will be
closed through February. During this facility upgrade, patients will continue to re-
ceive the full spectrum of dental care at Dental Clinic #2, which is located adjacent
to gate #17 (near Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital). Thank you for your
understanding as we improve the facility to better serve you. Points of contact are
Lt. Col. Chin Lin at 736-5221 or Col. John Marley at 736-4779.
Veterinary Clinic renovation: As part of our ongoing efforts to improve veterinary care,
the USAG-Yongsan, Veterinary Clinic is currently under extensive renovation. During this fa-
cility upgrade, the clinic will remain open and provide full service clinic vaccinations and sick
call appointments only. No surgery appointments will be available at this time. Renovations
are projected to be completed in February. Thank you for your understanding as we improve
the facility to better serve you. Points of contact are Maj. Franklin or Sgt. 1st Class Maturey,
who can be reached at 738-4257.

Lunar New Year holiday bus hours for region Peanut butter cracker recall
New Kyung Dong Tour Bus Co.
Korean bus companies providing
Yongsan - Osan Air Base - Humphreys

service between military installa- USFK Veterinary Food Inspectors and Defense Commis-
tions in Korea announce special sary Agency personnel have recalled Austin® and Keebler®
Jan.24-26 branded Toasted Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers, Peanut
holiday hours for Lunar New Year.
Depart Butter and Jelly Sandwich Crackers, Cheese and Peanut But-
Yongsan 0800 1000 1230 1500 1710 1930
New Kyung Dong Tour Bus Co. and ter Sandwich Crackers, and Peanut Butter-Chocolate Sand-
Osan 0910 1110 1340 1610 1820 2040
MyungJin Tour Co., Ltd. announced wich Crackers with UPC Codes:
Arrive
holiday hours for Lunar New Year
2120
Humph 0950 1150 1420 1650 1900
Jan. 24-27. Keebler Cracker Packs
30100-47324
Depart Arrival times may vary based on 30100-47357
Humph 0800 1030 1230 1500 1710 1900
Osan 0840 1110 1310 1540 1750 traffic conditions.
1940 For more infor- Austin Cracker Packs
mation call, Myung Jin: 723-8006 79783-40921
Arrive
and New Kyung Dong: 723-4499. 79783-40922
Yongsan 1000 1220 1430 1700 1910 2100
79783-48801

79783-48802
Jan. 27
79783-25875
Depart 79783-25884
Yongsan 0620 0800 1000 1230 1500 1710 1930
Osan 0730 0910 1110 1340 1610 1820 2040
These recalled products were found in the Commissaries
Arrive
and its Central Distribution Centers. These items were imme-
Humph 0810 0950 1150 1420 1650 1900 2120
diately removed from commissary shelves to preclude any fur-
Depart ther issue/sale. Consumers should check for these products at
Humph 0550 0800 1030 1230 1500 1710 1900
Osan 0630 0840 1110 1310 1540 1750 1940 home and should dispose of or return the product immediately
to the commissary from which it was purchased.
Arrive
Kellogg Company announced a precautionary hold on Aus-
Yongsan 0750 1000 1220 1430 1700 1910 2100
tin and Keebler Branded Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers.
FDA and other regulatory agencies have indicated that Peanut
Corporation of America is the focus of their investigation con-
MyungJin Tour Co., Ltd cerning a recent Salmonella outbreak thought to be caused
Yongsan - Camp Jackson - Red Cloud - Casey ** Tuesday Only ( Jan.27)
by tainted peanut butter. PCA is one of several peanut paste
suppliers that the company uses in its Austin® and Keebler®
Depart branded peanut butter sandwich crackers.
Yongsan 06:00 07:00 08:00 09:30 11:00 12:30 14:00 15:30 17:00 19:30 21:20
121 Hospital 12:40 14:10 Kellogg Company is taking precautionary measures includ-
Jackson 06:35 07:40 08:40 10:10 11:50 13:25 14:45 16:15 17:45 20:15 22:00 ing putting a hold on any inventory in its control, removing
CRC 06:45 08:15 09:00 10:20 12:00 13:40 15:00 17:00 18:00 20:25 22:10 product from retail store shelves, and encouraging customers
Arrive and consumers to hold and not eat these products until regula-
Casey 07:20 08:55 09:45 11:10 12:40 14:10 15:45 17:45 18:45 21:10 23:00 tory officials complete their investigation of PCA. Kellogg Com-
pany’s investigation has not indicated any concerns, nor has
Depart the Company received any consumer illness complaints about
Casey 06:00 07:00 08:00 09:30 11:00 12:30 14:00 15:30 17:00 19:00 21:00 these products.
CRC 06:30 07:40 08:40 10:10 11:40 13:10 14:40 16:10 17:40 19:40 21:40
Jackson 06:40 07:50 08:50 10:20 11:50 13:20 14:50 16:20 17:50 19:50 Links for more information:
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JANUARY 23, 2009
Year of the NCO
‘It’s about having genuine concern for Soldiers’
By Ken Hall
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
USAG-HUMPHREYS — They have
been known as the backbone of the Army
for decades and, in recognition of that, Army
leadership has designated 2009 as the “Year
of the NCO” in order to promote initiatives
that enhance training, education, capability
and utilization of the noncommissioned
officer corps.
One Humphreys-based staff sergeant
embodies the best of NCO traditions, ethics
and values. He serves today because another
NCO inspired him.
Staff Sgt. Lukas Blair, a platoon sergeant
with Charlie Company, 602 Aviation
Support Battalion, 2nd Combat Aviation
Brigade, said a close friend who was
completing an enlisted tour with the U.S.
Marines six years ago encouraged him to
take a closer look at military service.
“He basically sold the idea to me while
I was in college, struggling to make ends
meet,” said Blair. “I checked out what the
services had to offer and the Army had the
best incentives and opportunity for career
progression to meet my needs.”
Blair, a native of Phoenix, Ariz., began
his Army career in early 2003 and serves as
a microwave systems operator/maintainer.
According to Blair, much of his mission
success as a platoon leader has come from
taking care of the needs of the junior
enlisted Soldiers he’s served with at USAG-
Humphreys for the past year.
“It’s about having a genuine concern
for Soldiers, and getting involved in their
lives,” said Blair. “It’s also about connecting
with people on a personal level offline and
Humphreys Soldiers, Civilians take top honors at IMCOM Korea BOSS forum
IMCOM Korea BOSS Soldier of the Year Pfc. Anthony Lee, Alpha Company, 527 MI, (left)
Humphreys Garrison BOSS President Sgt. September Taylor, (center) and IMCOM Korea Military
Advisor of the Year, Humphreys Garrison Command Sergeant Major Jason K. Kim (right) were
among more than 60 BOSS program representatives attending the annual BOSS forum, held at
Yongsan’s main post club Jan 13-16. — U.S. Army photo courtesy Sgt. September Taylor
By Ken Hall
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
USAG-HUMPHREYS — Four Area
III Better Opportunity for Single Soldier
program members won top honors during
the annual IMCOM Korea BOSS forum at
AREA III
figuring out what kind of issues they’re
having. When we’re overseas, a lot of
Soldiers are young and away from home for
the first time and away from their families
and it can be hard for some to adjust.”
Blair said he’s worked Soldiers in his
platoon hard and that it’s important to know
that people care about them.
“I think it’s important to let Soldiers
know when they have succeeded and not
just when they’ve made mistakes,” said Blair.
“When you look at the NCO creed, and the
NCO guide – in placing the mission first,
I believe you also have to find the purpose
in that mission and I feel that is one of the
things that make a good NCO. It must be
more than just the orders and directions
given by the chain of command. Once the
purpose is determined, then we have to pass
that down to our Soldiers so they also feel
that sense of purpose.”
Sergeant Major of the Army Kenneth O.
Preston spoke to USAG-Humphreys troops
about the importance of NCO leadership to
the Army during his recent visit here.
“50 percent of any unit you stand up is
leadership,” said Preston. “Leadership comes
from all of you – it comes from experience,
and there’s no substitute for experience. You
can’t go out on the street corner of New
York City and recruit a sergeant. You can’t
go out onto a farm some place in Nebraska
someplace, and recruit a sergeant first class
platoon sergeant. They have to be grown
over time.”
Blair said he’s had great leadership during
his year-long tour at USAG-Humphreys,
and will transfer at the end of the month
to his next assignment at Fort Bragg, N.C.
He’ll also take with him a hard-fought
Yongsan’s main post club last week.
The following Area III BOSS members
were recognized for their support of BOSS
operations and activities during 2008:
• Pfc. Anthony Lee, Alpha Co. 527th
Military Intelligence battalion IMCOM
Korea BOSS Soldier of the Year;
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Staff Sgt. Lukas Blair, C Co., 602 ASB, 2CAB. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall
distinction: 2nd Infantry Division Soldier by a ‘mystery event’ where we had several
of the Quarter. disassembled weapons, with all the parts
“There was a lot of studying to do and mixed together that we had to put back
at the same time, I was platoon sergeant together in the fastest time. The second
for 20 Soldiers,” said Blair. “The two-day day was the formal board with the division
challenge consisted of a PT test in the command sergeant major, and brigade
morning, a written test, a six-and-a-half mile command sergeant major.”
ruck march – and it was all competitive in Blair said he intends to serve a career in
that everyone was competing for times and the Army.
scores. Weapons qualification was followed
• Pvt. Audrey Hamilton, 3rd Battalion provide program members the opportunity
2nd Air Defense Artillery, Suwon Air Base to share experiences about BOSS supported
IMCOM BOSS President of the Year; events, develop new ideas for the program
• Dean Herrera, IMCOM Korea BOSS and attend professional development
Morale, Welfare and Recreation Advisor of training in a classroom environment.
the Year; “One of the best things about BOSS is
• Command Sgt. Major Jason K. Kim, the classes we have,” said Taylor. “We have
Humphreys Garrison, IMCOM Korea classes like event planning where we learn
BOSS Military Advisor of the Year. how to plan functions and also learn about
“We learned a lot and it was a great time the legal aspects of having events in our
to network,” said Herrera, the Humphreys area. We also have finance training given by
Garrison Community Activity Center IMCOM Korea that shows us what we can
program director. “Every time we go use, and how we can use funds generated
to BOSS events like this, we meet new through income generating activities.”
members and it’s a really good time to re- Taylor said she’s found that the best way
energize for coming events.” to get more Soldiers involved is to speak with
More than 60 IMCOM Korea Soldiers Soldiers face to face and encourage them to
and Civilians participated in the event, go to BOSS events.
which included a guest speaker and club- “All single Soldiers are automatically
style entertainment. members of BOSS,” said Taylor. “They are
“We had a great motivational speaker at more than welcome to come out to each
this year’s forum,” said Humphreys BOSS and every event and even our meetings
President Sgt. September Taylor. “He really on Tuesdays at 1500 in the Community
got us all pumped up to get more people Activity Center. I encourage single Soldiers
involved with the BOSS program” to get involved in BOSS, so they have a
Taylor said the one of the high-points of positive outlet for all of their energy and
the conference was the entertainment. hard work.”
“A hypnotist performed and I have There are about 55 BOSS members
never laughed so hard in entire my life,” throughout Area III. The next BOSS event
she said. will be the Quarterly BOSS conference at
Taylor said BOSS conference events USAG-Casey April 15.
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News & Notes First aid for our furry friends at Red Cross
Homeschooling Spouses Get-Together
The Homeschooling Spouses’ Get-Together for
February will focus on the topic of: “Loving our
children unconditionally: is it possible?” Come for
food, friendship, and encouragement from other
homeschooling spouses. The get-together will
be held Monday, Feb. 9 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at
Bldg. 510 Apt. 108. For more information, contact
Elisabeth Townley on 010-3144-0352 or email
elisabethtownley@yahoo.com. This event is
sponsored by USAG-Humphreys Chapel.

EDIS Well Baby Clinic

The Educational and Developmental Intervention
Services is offering a clinic on raising your baby.
Clinic is held every third Friday of the month from
2 to 4 p.m. by individual appointment only. To sign
up, call EDIS at 738-4422.

Cervical Health Awareness Month

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month.
To schedule a well-woman appointment, call
753-5627. For more information on cervical health,
contact Public Health Nursing at 753-8355 or
Health Promotion at 753-7657.

Boss Bargain Weekend Winter Games

IMCOM-K Boss Bargain Weekend is hosting
the 2009 Winter Games to be held from Feb.
15 until 17. Ticket price is $99, including slope-
side lodging, award ceremony, buffet dinner, lift
ticket and rental for one day and night. Only 40
spaces are available for USAG-Humphreys. Make
your reservation no later than Wednesday, Feb.
4 at the CAC. This event is open to single and
unaccompanied active duty U.S. military personnel
only. For more information call 753-8825.
Stress Management Classes
ACS is holding weekly stress management classes
Thursdays from 1:30 until 2:30 p.m. at Bldg. 311.
Sessions are designed help individuals learn more
effective ways for handling stress in everyday life.
All ID Card holders are eligible for the course.
Contact ACS at 753-8401 for more information.
Biggest Losers Contest
The second annual Biggest Losers Contest
sponsored by the Area III Family & MWR Activities
Sports Program and Area III Health Promotion
started Jan. 1 and will last through Mar. 31. The
duo that loses the highest percentage of their
combined weight between their entry date and
Mar. 31 will each receive fabulous MWR prizes,
including passes to Splish & Splash Water Park,
Chief Warrant Officer Brandon Smith, 1-2 Aviation Regiment treats his dogs Angel (left) and Colby (right) to an Osan Air Base Veterinary clinic
visit at the Community Activity Center Jan. 12. Download this photo at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Lori Yerdon
By Ken Hall
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
USAG-HUMPHREYS — They’re the
smallest of our community members, and
sadly at times the most over-looked. They’ve
traveled with us thousands of miles around
the world, riding alone in tight containers
in the cold underbellies of airliners to stay
with us. They’re our pets, and a step-up in
their health care and well-being is in the
works at the American Red Cross.
The ARC office at USAG-Humphreys is
planning to conduct first aid classes for pet
owners, beginning with first aid for dogs,
followed by first aid for cats at a later date.
“We’re ready to conduct our first class,
and we’ve been working with the Osan
Veterinary Clinic since November to
line up a class date with one of their
veterinarians.” said Cecil Goodman, former
ARC Humphreys Station Manager.
Course attendees will receive pet first-aid
training that will help pet owners identify
injuries and illnesses; and know what to
do and where to go with their pets during
medical emergencies.
“Some of the training will consist of
identifying symptoms and how to apply
medications”, said Goodman. “We’ll also
provide a manual and a DVD which
participants can take home that shows
different cases for many different canines
as a reference aid.”
According to the American Animal
Hospital Association Web site, one in four
pets that died from illness and accidents
could have been saved with the use of
appropriate first aid procedures. Attendees
of the Humphreys Pet First Aid class will
have the option to practice what they may
one day have to perform.
“We provide dog and cat mannequins
that participants will be able to learn CPR
on, and learn how to check different parts
of the animal’s body to identify symptoms
of illness and be able to treat small injuries,”
said Goodman.
The Red Cross Pet First Aid class is taught
by trained veterinarians from the area and
lasts about two hours. Usual class sizes will
feature 10 participants.
For more information about enrolling
in an American Red Cross Pet First Aid
Class, or other ARC classes offered at
Humphreys Garrison, call DSN 753-7172
or commercial at 0505-753-7172.

Koreans to welcome Lunar New Year with rituals, festivities

free bowling and an MWR Value Book.

Change in Sick Call Hours

75th Medical Company Area Support, U.S. Army
Health Clinic - USAG-Humphreys announced a
change in sick call hours. Effective Dec. 8, sick call
hours will be 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Monday-Wednesday
and Fridays. There will be no sick call Thursdays.
In the event of an emergency, dial 119 if living off
post, 911 if living on post or call the After Hours
Clinic at 0505-753-8111.
New Humphreys Flickr Website
Want to get copies of photos of a community
event? It’s easy now that USAG-Humphreys
has its own Flickr photo-sharing webpage. To
view or download your own high-resolution
images of community events go to: www.
flickr.com/usaghumphreys. USAG-Humphreys
Public Affairs Office will post images weekly.
Call 754-8598 for more information.
We Want Your Stories!
We want to publish your stories and
photos in The Morning Calm Weekly
and on the USAG-Humphreys Command
Channel. Please send any information
or products to Ken Hall at the USAG-
Humphreys Public Affairs Office at 754-8847
or kenneth.david.hall@korea.army.mil.
By Pfc. Kim, Hyung-joon
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
USAG-HUMPHREYS — From Jan. 25
to 27, Koreans will observe their traditional
New Year’s Day, known as “Seollal” in Korean.
This is the most-important traditional
holiday in the Republic of Korea. “Seol,”
the relevant definition being unfamiliarity,
is combined with “nal,” meaning “day” to
form the word “Seollal.”
The lunar New Year’s Day changes each
year depending on the lunar cycle. For 2009,
the lunar calendar indicates that the first
day of the lunar year falls on Jan. 26 of the
solar calendar.
The lunar New Year also welcomes the
coming of the ox as the new zodiac symbol
for the year. This is a tradition that can be
traced back to ancient Chinese mythology.
The Chinese zodiac rotates a new animal
every year in a 12-year cycle, in a preset order
which was determined by a race among the
12 animals, according to mythology.
The ox is commonly associated with
the traits of reliability, industriousness, and
patience, which will be associated with the
characteristics of the events that will occur
in the New Year, as well as the personalities
of the babies born during the lunar year.
There are many formal and informal
traditional rituals families carry out on
New Year’s Day. The main ritual is “Chare,”
which is the ceremony of making offerings
to ancestors. Different kinds of traditional
ritual foods are prepared a day in advance.
On the morning of New Year’s Day, the
food is arranged in specific order on an altar
table. Family members first ceremonially
serve alcohol to the ancestors, followed by
all the food on the table. Two formal bows
to the altar follow.
After “Chare,” family members gather in
a less formal setting for “Sebe,” the giving
and receiving of New Year’s blessings to one
another. The younger members of family
bow to the elderly and receive “Sebe money”
in return for their blessings. When this is
done, the family eats breakfast together.
There is much tradition associated with
“Seollal,” such as the wearing of traditional
clothes and playing traditional games, yet
much of the tradition has given way to
modernity for the sake of convenience.
Although “Seollal” is often considered
the first day of the lunar calendar, this is not
so in technical terms. The lunar calendar
used in modern-day Korea, along with
most other cultures in the world, are in fact
lunar-solar calendars, meaning that months
are added to synchronize the lunar cycle with
the solar year.
During the Japanese occupation of the
Korean peninsula in the early 20th century,
Japan abolished the lunar New Year and
enforced the Japanese tradition of observing
the solar New Year on Jan. 1. The Republic
of Korea officially restored lunar New Year
in 1989 by popular demand. Still, some
Korean families continue to observe the solar
New Year, despite the solar New Year holiday
being just one day on Jan. 1 as opposed to
the three days of lunar New Year holidays.
Starting from several days ahead of the
lunar New Year’s Day, it is recommended
to greet Koreans with the expression, “Say
hay bok mani badu say yo,” meaning “Please
receive many New Year’s blessings.”
JANUARY 23, 2009
Humphreys community remembers Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
By Ken Hall
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
USAG-HUMPHREYS — About 50
Soldiers, Civilians and Family members
spent their Monday participating in a
mile-long walk to remember as part of a
commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr. day here.
The walk began at Independence Park
shortly after 9 a.m. and weaved its way
around the east end of the airfield along
Freedom Road, finishing at Freedom Field
about 25 minutes later.
“I think today’s remembrance is historical
because it’s on the eve of an African American
being sworn in as the president of the United
States,” said Daisy Watson, director of the
United Services Organization here. “We
remember the dream of Dr. Martin Luther
King, Jr., and with the inauguration this
week, we’ll be living the dream.”
The USO provided free snacks and coffee
for participants.
After the walk guest speakers read poetry
and shared stories about what the messages
King gave during the civil rights movement
meant to them.
Chief Warrant Officer Paulette
Montgomery, 520th Maintenance Company
said King was among the first to fight for
the right of every man, woman and child to
have equality and equal rights.
“We all need to possess these qualities
that come from within as he did,” said
First, last flight for combat veteran of Operations Iraqi, Enduring Freedom
By Sgt. M. Benjamin Gable
2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs
USAG-HUMPHREYS — Three flight
schools, more than 150 combat missions, an
estimated 4,000 career flight hours–700 of
those in combat. Number of hours logged
flying a CH-47 Chinook: zero.
That is until a recent change in Army
Regulation 95-1, Flight Regulations which
affords battalion and brigade standardization
officers the opportunity to fly any aircraft
assigned to their battalions or brigades.
“As soon as I read [the regulation] I knew
I wanted to fly with Richard,” said Chief
Warrant Officer Alexander Lutz, a Chinook
pilot and standardization officer for the
“Nightmare” battalion; 3rd Battalion, 2nd
Combat Aviation Brigade.
“Richard,” is Chief Warrant Officer
Richard Chenault, an Apache pilot and
standardization officer with Headquarters
and Headquarters Company, 2nd CAB,
stationed here for the third time during his
27-year career.
Chenault has traveled on missions in
peacetime and war during his career aboard
the Chinook aircraft, but had never piloted
one until Thursday.
No problem.
The co-pilot for his inaugural Chinook
flight was no stranger to him or the 98-ft.
long, 23,400-pound aircraft. Lutz has been
a Chinook pilot for more than 20 years.
He also spent several years in the enlisted
ranks as a crewmember, even serving with
then-Sgt. Richard Santos, now known as
Command Sgt. Major Richard Santos,
Command Sergeant Major of 2nd CAB.
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Humphreys Garrison community members participate in a “Walk to Remember” to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day here. About 50
people walked one mile from Independance Park to Freedom Field in spite of temperatures hovering below 30 degrees fahrenheit. Download
this photo and find more photos from other events online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall
Montgomery as she addressed the crowd at alright as long as they keep the homeland community, and everyone is part of it –
Freedom Field. tight … because together we will stand and everyone is a stakeholder and what that
“Now, look at me, being all that I can defend this great land and forget not one means is everyone has a duty to make it
be because now we are dealing with true fallen Soldier who came and took a stand.” better in every way, treating everybody with
diversity within the Army, Navy Air Force, Humphreys Garrison Commander dignity and respect. I’m very proud of the
Marines, National Guard, Reserves – and Col. John E. Dumoulin, Jr. participated efforts of the people here at Humphreys
me, standing hand-in-hand with every in the walk and praised the efforts of event and honored to be here on this special day
ethnic group, making the ultimate sacrifice organizers and all the participants. as we celebrate what Dr. Martin Luther
for the boys and girls who got dressed but “This was a real nice event for us all King, Jr. has done while America prepares
didn’t have the courage to fight, and that’s today,” said Dumoulin. “We have a great to inaugurate our new president.”
Lutz was also featured in a National
Geographic program demonstrating the
abilities of the Chinook aircraft.
Lutz and Chenault met early in Chenault’s
final deployment to Korea last January. The
two quickly became friends after meeting
and working together for the past year.
“He contacted me and set everything
up as soon as he heard about the change
in regulation,” said Chenault. “Without
[Lutz], I don’t think I would have gotten
the opportunity.”
Chenault and Lutz climbed into their
seats in the Chinook aircraft’s cockpit–one
that is nearly twice as large as the Apache’s
and, after quick hands-on tutelage and
familiarization, Chenault gripped the
horseshoe-shaped thrust control lever and
pulled his way skyward.
According to Lutz, there is a considerable
difference in power between the AH-64 Chief Warrant Officer Richard Chenault, an Apache pilot and standardization officer with
Apache and the CH-47 Chinook. Headquarters and Headquarters Co., 2nd CAB flies a CH-47 Chinook helicopter for the first
“This thing will take off like a homesick time at USAG-Humphreys, Jan. 15. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. M. Benjamin Gable
angel,” Lutz told Chenault through the his Apache and Lutz’s Chinook. According Chenault will be missed as well.
internal headset. to Lutz, Chenault had the opportunity to “I will miss [his] leadership and counsel,”
Chenault grinned from ear to ear, experience the same training in those three said Col. Joseph A. Bassani, commander
acknowledging the legitimacy of his friend hours that new pilots receive during their of 2nd CAB. “Richard was my right-hand
and co-pilot’s adage. six-week course. Lutz showed his enthusiasm man on issues that affected our ability to
After Chenault adapted to the power throughout the flight by clapping in operate in one of the most demanding
of the aircraft, the two were ready to roll. applause and giving his friend a thumbs up environment our Army has to offer. He is a
The pilots and their crew of four took off after each successful task. true professional and friend.”
to execute several missions. They practiced Chenault then brought the Chinook Chenault won’t be hanging up his flying
side-hill landings, sling-loading a block back to its resting place on the runway. He uniform just yet, though. He is moving
weighing 5,000 pounds and landing on landed it squarely on his target, completing on to Fort Rucker, Ala. to be an Apache
top of a mountain; in this case the narrow his first flight in the aircraft. instructor pilot, teaching incoming pilots all
mountain top of “Pinnacle 4.” “This was a great opportunity to fly the he has learned during his career. After one
Chenault flew his new aircraft for more Chinook with my friend and I will miss year at Fort Rucker, he will retire from the
than three hours, often relaying to Lutz working with these guys on a daily basis Army to spend more time with his family
the similarities and differences between here,” said Chenault. but continue to fly as a civilian instructor.
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Chilgok students enjoy fifth annual

Camp Carroll English Camp, Jan. 12

(Clockwise from top left) Middle and high school students from Chilgok County learn about the Army and Camp Carroll during a group tour. Students and Soldiers play together
at Camp Carroll’s indoor swimming pool. English Camp participants gather together for one group picture after the closing ceremony. Students wait for the closing ceremony to
start at Camp Carroll’s Community Activity Center. Students and Soldiers bowl at the Camp Carroll Bowing Center. — U.S. Army photos by Pfc. Lee, Dodam

By Pfc. Lee, Dodam
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP CARROLL – It is again that time
of the year. The fifth Annual Camp Carroll
English Camp was held Jan. 12 - 16, with a
total of 53 students from middle and high
schools in Chilgok County. The English
Camp has given students the opportunity to
learn English as well as experience American
culture on an Army installation.
The five-day camp was filled with various
activities for students. At first, since it was
the first time for students to speak English,
many of them were shy and did not attempt
to speak a single word. However, as time
progressed, students found confidence in
themselves, became more active and started
talking to one another.
The program gave students the
opportunity to learn and improve their
English language skills in a variety of fun
and interesting situations and activities. By
taking a tour of the facility, they experienced
how Soldiers live and American-style
food and games. They also got to try out
simulated rifle shooting at the Engagement
Skills Trainer training facility.
Twenty students from Daegu American
School participated to help Chilgok County
students to get familiar with American
culture by sharing each other’s cultures. 14
U.S. soldiers and KATUSAs also volunteered
as team instructors to make the camp even
more successful.
The camp was a collaborative effort
between Camp Carroll and Chilgok
County. The U.S. Army provided the
venue and U.S. Soldiers as instructors,
and Chilgok County covered the students’
expenses, including all their meals and extra
costs. Chilgok County was designated as a
Lifelong Open Education County by the
Republic of Korea government in 2004.
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t News & Notes
2009 DSA Tuition Scholarship
Applications for five tuition-only
scholarships totaling $10,000 are now
available to qualifying Daegu Spouse
Association members and their
dependents. The application with
applicable rules is available online at
www.taeguspouses.org. Submission
deadline is March 31, 2009. Contact
Laurie Slade at sladeborg@aol.com or
010-8671-6061 for more information.
Girl Scouts positions
The U.S.A. Girl Scouts Daegu
committee is seeking the following
volunteer positions for 2008-09.
Overseas committee Chairperson,
Secretary, Treasure, Daisy, Brownie
& Studio 2 B Leaders. Please call
LaTondra Anderson at 053-210-6003
for more information.
Softball Coaches Wanted
The USAG-Daegu Sports Office is
looking for a Post Level Softball
Coach and Assistant Coach for the
2009 traveling Men’s & Women’s
Softball League, which plays from
May - August. Submit resumes to the
USAG Daegu Sports Director. Call
764-4800.
Monthly Prayer Fellowship
Men of the morning calm montly
prayer breakfast and fellowship. First
Saturday of each month at the Camp
Walker chapel annex fellowship starts
at 8 a.m. if you have any questions,
please contact adam Morrison at 011-
9351-8033.
Camp Carroll Worship Service
Every Tuesday there will be an
11:40 a.m. worship service at the
Camp Carroll Chapel. Everyone is
invited. Lunch will be provided after
the service. For more information,
contact the Camp Carroll Chapel
staff at 765-8343.
Customer Management Services
Let your voice be heard! Go to the
USAG-Daegu homepage at http://ima.
korea.mil/areaIV/sites/local/default.
asp and click on the ICE (Interactive
Customer Evaluation) logo to make a
comment. We want to hear from you!
For more information contact Robert
Bridgewater at 768-6274.
Apple Tree Gift Shop
Come visit the apple tree gift shop. It
is located next to the Evergreen Golf
Club parking lot. Ask about group
shopping dates, 60 days layaway
Korean Furniture, Souvenirs, Celadon,
Jewelry and much, much more! It
opens on Wednesday and Saturday
from 10 a.m. till 3 p.m.
Visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea to
download high-resolution versions
of the photos featured in the USAG-
Daegu section of the Morning Calm.
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USAG-Daegu’s Good Neighbors Program invites
Daegu University students to Garrison, Jan. 8
By Kim, Keun-kyo
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP HENRY – Thirty two Students
and English language instructors from
Daegu University toured United States
Army Garrison Daegu’s Camps, Jan. 8. As
a part of Good Neighbor Program hosted
by USAG-Daegu, students and instructors
from local colleges visit USAG-Daegu each
semester.
The installation tour began with an
explanation of the history of Camp Henry
and moved onto Soldiers’ barracks tour.
HHC, USAG-Daegu’s Soldiers led the
students into their barracks, showing the
students their rooms.
“It was a great experience seeing U.S Army
Soldiers’ living environment,” said Park,
Keun-ju, a student from Daegu University.
After visiting, students and instructors
ate lunch in the Dining Facility. They
enjoyed lunch at the DFAC and had
conversations with U.S. Army Soldiers
and KATUSAs. Then they went to Camp
Walker’s Communities Activity Center to
meet HHC, USAG-Daegu Soldiers. They
had a good time talking with the Soldiers
and the air was alive with chatter and
laughter.
“We’ve planned this event because we
were curious about the lives of Soldiers.”
said Professor Glenys Morgan, Daegu
University.
“It’s also important for our university (Top) HHC, USAG-Daegu, Staff Sgt. Jerome Yearby explains the history of Camp Henry
students to get an idea what Americans to Daegu University students during the installation tour, Jan. 8.
are like instead of what students think
Americans are like. They get first-hand (Bottom) HHC. USAG-Daegu , Spc. Christopher Purley and Daegu University students share
information, get to meet, the Soldiers their cultural differences as a part of the installation tour. View thses photos at www.flickr.
themselves, and some of them are getting com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photos by Kim, Keun-kyo
to eat in a western style facility for the first
time. The Korean Army is much different University student representative. “I think great,” he added.
than the experience that they see here.” this is a valuable opportunity for us because After a windshield tour at Camp Walker,
“This time is the first time for me to visit we get to know about Americans’ real life on the group waved goodbye to Camp Walker
the camp,” said Huh Dong-ho, a Daegu this occasion. And lunch in DFAC is also and concluded the tour of the installation.
Add one positive fitness change at a time in 2009
the extra fiber and water, you should eat consume about 60 fluid ounces of water
By Chris Halagarda
U.S Navy Fitness and Performance less food the rest of the day and hopefully per day. Keep in mind, water-dense foods
lose weight. Worst case is that you don’t such as fruits and vegetables will contribute
Enhancement Dietitian
lose weight, but you will be much healthier to this total and high levels of physical
FORT LEE, Va. – I love the quote, because of all the additional vitamins and activity will increase daily fluid needs above
“A year from now, you’ll wish you started minerals in fruit and veggies. this amount.
today.” What do you wish you could have •Drink tea. Green, black, flavored, •Add calcium. Aim for 1,000-1,200
started a year ago? For many folks, New any kind of tea. Teas are loaded with milligrams of calcium each day. This is
Year’s means yet another resolution to start antioxidants, flavanoids, vitamins and equivalent to three to four, 8-ounce cups
an exercise program, eat healthy and lose minerals and may help prevent tumors of milk, preferably low-fat milk, each day.
weight. If this rings true to you, try making and promote weight loss. Much more Not only will calcium help keep bones and
a small change to your lifestyle in 2009 that, research needs to be done to pinpoint all teeth strong, but it may also help with
although it won’t put you on the cover of a the benefits of tea drinking, but there are weight loss. Dietary supplements may
fitness magazine, will help you feel better, very few downsides to drinking it. provide some benefit, but try to reap the
look better, function better and make you •Spice it up! Don’t let a meal go by rewards of low-fat milk’s muscle-building
healthier. without sprinkling some type of herb protein and health-promoting vitamin
One of the first things I like to suggest or spice on it. Sprinkle cinnamon on D. Don’t like milk? Try low-fat yogurt,
to folks is to add to your diet. Don’t get oatmeal; garlic powder on salads; paprika soy milk or low-fat cheese to get more
preoccupied with what you can’t have, on hummus; chili powder, onion, pepper, calcium.
but focus instead on what you can have. dry mustard and cayenne into chili. Don’t For more information about making
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Making Dduk-Guk (Rice Cake

Soup) for Korean New Year!
Traditionally, Dduk-guk is the main dish
on Korean New Year. It is soup with rice
cake, and people believe that people have to
eat Dduk-guk during the Korean New Year
in order to gain one year of age.
In addition to meaning you are getting
one year older, Dduk-guk contains several
other meanings. Eating Dduk-guk on
Korean New Year also means to wish for a
year without illness. Hoping to live with
strength as Dduk (rice cake) as it shapes
round and long. The round shape of Dduk
like a coin also represents the rising sun.
Due to this reason, when cutting Dduk, it
has to be shaped in round like coin. Since
Dduk is made with rice powder but any
other ingredients, it symbolizes the sober
mind of New Year’s Day. Directions
Dduk-guk varies from province to • Chop the beef fine like a ground
province; mainly the shape of Dduk is meat.
different. Another name of Dduk-guk is • Place in a large cooking pot; add
‘Byung-tang,’ which means a broth made seasoning ingredients and stir-fry over
of Dduk. Happy Korean New Year! medium heat until beef turns to light
brown.
Ingredients • Add water, bring to a boil, and then
• 1 lb. rice cake, frozen and sliced reduce heat to low.
• 2 oz. lean beef • Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Seasoning Ingredients • Rinse rice cake and drain.
• 1/2 clove garlic, finely crushed • Turn heat to high and bring soup to
• 1/2 tsp. soy sauce boiling.
• 1/4 tsp. sesame oil • Add rice cake and cook five minutes
• 1/8 tsp. pepper or until rice cake is tender.
• 1 qt. water • Turn off heat; add green onions and
• 1 sliced green onion egg garnish or beaten egg.
• 1 egg for garnish • Mix well. Serve immediately.
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This week’s USAG-Daegu job profile: Customer Service Officer

How do you help USAG-Daegu to
accomplish its mission?
I help the garrison hear the “Voice of the
Customer” by several different methods,
including the Interactive Customer Evaluation
system, where customers concerns and
comments are responded to by our Service
Providers on a daily basis, our Community
FIRST Program, where we conduct 2-3
constituent focus groups each quarter and
then the issues from those focus groups
are acted on by our Service Providers and
then annually with our Customer Service
Assessment, which takes the Customer
Ms. Bridgewater, Robert
USAG-Daegu Customer Service Officer
Management Services Program full-circle,
where customers around the garrison can
evaluate the Services the garrison is providing
by telling us how well we are performing as a
garrison at to what importance those services
are to our customers.
What qualities does your job require?
It takes a lot of coordination to get focus
groups set up and then to document all the
issues that come out of the focus groups each
quarter. My job requires some analysis of
customer satisfaction trends, which makes
the job quite interesting and rewarding.
What do you like most about your job?
The thing I like most about my job is
actually seeing the positive results which have
come out of the focus groups we’ve conducted
and also the seeing the increased customer
satisfaction rates around the garrison.
What is the one thing that most people
don’t know about your job?
One of the things people might not know
is that Customer Management Services is a
brand new program that is being implemented
around the Army at many different installations
and Garrisons in the states and around the
world. Myself and all the other Customer
Service Officers around the world are working
together to bring World-Class service to our
valued customers.

AREA IV Job Opportunities

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER VACANCY GRADE LOCATION CLOSE DATE

APF US CITIZEN POSITIONS

KOEZ09203178 Supv IT Specialist GS-11 1st Sig Bde, 6 SC CW Jan. 29
KOEZ09783038R-1 Marine Cargo Specialist GS-9 837th Trans Bn, Busan Feb. 21
NAF US CITIZEN POSITION
KRNAFEZ09001-K4-OC Teen Apprentice(Graphic Design) NF-1 Cp. Henry N/A
KRNAFEZ09002-K4-OC Teen Apprentice(Sports management) NF-1 Cp. Walker N/A
KRNAFEZ09003-K4-OC Teen Apprentice(Business Management) NF-1 Cp. Walker N/A
KRNAFEZ09004-K4-OC Teen Apprentice(Library & Info Science) NF-1 Cp. Walker N/A
KN NAF POSITIONS (Open to KN & 3rd Country Family Members)
SN-09-0054T Billeting Clerk KGS-4 Cp. Carroll Jan. 29
USO
PAC 19 ITT Specialist N/A Cp. Walker TBD
PAC 20 Duty Manager N/A Cp. Walker TBD
PAC 18 Programs Coordinator N/A Cp. Walker TBD
PAC 16 Administrative Assistant N/A Cp. Walker TBD
CONTRACT
N/A On-Call HR Specialist N/A SERCO, Cp. Henry Until filled
N/A Part-Time ACAP Counselor N/A ACAP, Cp. Henry Until filled
For more information, contact Employment Readiness Program Manager, Steven Wegley at 768-7951

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