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Show 1st Lt. and Mrs. James R. Owens visit the Korean Folk Village as part of the Reunion in Korea program. (U.S. Army photo by SFC Terry Lynch.) Orem Family Holds Reunion In Korea A tour of one of the world's oldest civilizations and a chance to visit with family now stationed on the Korean peninsula combined to make an ideal vacation for an Orem family who took part in the Reunion in Korea program, sponsored by the Korea National Tourism Corporation (KNTC). 1st Lt. James R. Owens, a helicopter pilot with the 128th Aviation Company, joined his wife, Terry L. Owens and daughter, Kristin, for a five-day visit in the Republic of Korea (ROK). They were welcomed by top United States Forces in Korea (USFK) officials who briefed the group on the U.S. commitment to the ROK and the threat facing peace and security in the area. Reunion in Korea was established in 1981 in recognition of the centennial of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and the ROK. The program demonstrates the Republic's appreciation of American contributions to security on the Korean Peninsula by enabling family members to USFK and Department of Defense civilian personnel to visit Korea at special group rates. Although tour costs vary according Air Force ROTC Offers Four-Year Scholarships Congress has authorized 7,500 scholarships for the Air Force Reserve Officer Corps (ROTC). 1,600 are new four-year scholarships paying full tuition, required textbooks and fees, and a monthly allowance of $100 (tax-free) during the school year. Competitive four-year scholarships were awarded in AY 84-85for: 84-85for: Electrical Engineering; Aeronautical, Aerospace, and Astro-nautical Astro-nautical Engineering; Mathematics, Meteorology, Architecture, Computer Science, and Physics; Architectural, Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, Nuclear, and Systems Engineering; Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, and Management. The Air Force ROTC four-year scholarship is competitive based on individual merit and not financial need. To be eligible for a scholarship, students must have a grade-point average of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale and be in the top 25 of their class at the end of their junior year, with college entrance examination minimum scores of : SAT ACT Total -1000 Composite -23 Math-500 Math-20 Verbal-450 English-19 Early application (by September) allows applicants to be considered by the first selection board on November 11, 1985. The areas offering the ' greatest opportunity are electrical engineering, mathematics, and meteorology. Students interested in computer sceince are advised to request mathematics as a second choice to improve their competitive position. "Air Force ROTC Four-Year College Scholarship Application Booklets" for the high school Class of '86 will be available in February 1985. Copies may be obtained by writing to ...... . . 1 rrr r i rnvpiaiHi'Mi OPEM 8:1 5 START 8:45 HIT lf ADULTS $2.50 CHILDREN 111 r. Ii4wf UNDER TWELVE FREE UlUIJU ffijWfrl HURRY! ENDS SATURDAY! TWO GREAT ADVENTURE HITS! ' '" PCHRISTOPHER REEVED The boy became a man vwp'? fr"7 """ and the horse ":yf: fl'r s ?f ; I became a legend. ,Jp Vv;;J WMm THEflUlflTQR to departure and return points, the unique package includes round-trip air fare, hotel accommodations and all meals and tours af f ordably priced for the servicemembers' families. USFK representatives accompanied the Reunion group throughout the program which includes tours of the United Nations Command Joint Security Area at Panmunjom on Korea's Demilitarized zone, the ancient Changduk Palace in Seoul, Bulkuksa Temple and the National Museum in Kyongju, the ancient capital of Korea's Shilla Dynasty. Tour members also had the opportunity to visit the Korea Folk Village in Suwon. Like a living museum, the Folk Village includes reproductions of traditional Korean Houses, complete with villagers actually practicing the ancient crafts and- demonstrating the old ways of life. In contrast, the group was given a tour of the massive Hyundai shipyard in Ulsan where modern craftsmen work in heavy industry. Throughout the visit participants stayed at first class hotels and were given the opportunity to dine on traditional Korean foods and be entertained by top Korean musicians and dancers. AFROTCRROO, Maxwell AFB AL 36112-6663 or contact: Major Rodney Weems, AFROTC Det 860, Utah State University, Logan, Utah 84322 or call 801-750-1834 (Collect). State Honors Volunteers New programs to aid battered women, organization of alcohol and drug prevention activities, and recognizing needs and meeting needs are some of the programs that volunteers have helped to support this past year. These people have creative and leadership skills which have helped human service agencies throughout the State. Twenty-four volunteers were honored in a joint effort of the Utah Department of Social Services and the four Voluntary Action Centers. Governor and Mrs. Bangerter presented each of the volunteers with a Community Service Award, a Silver Bowl provided by the Carnation Company. The ceremonies and reception were held recently in the House of Representatives Chambers at the State Capitol. "This form of recognition is one way of saying thank you for outstanding services to some of Utah's exemplary volunteers," said Jeano Campanaro, Department of Social Services Volunteer Coordinator. Local recipients of the award were: Margaret E. Johnson, Mary Oliphant, Virgil J. Parker, M.D., and Laura Boessenroth, all of Utah County. Handicapped Division Opens Programs The Division of Services to the Handicapped, Department of Social Services, will open 80 programs for competitive proposals assuring new opportunities for Utah's disabled citizens to live and work in a community setting. The programs covered in the proposals are designed to serve handicapped individuals currently living with families as well as handicapped residents of the Utah State Training School. Through the plan, the handicapped individuals will be given an opportunity to live in small groups in normal home settings. They will learn daily living and work skills. Individuals have the option of a day treatment program, working in sheltered employment, or receiving support in a competitive work environment. The requests for proposals will contain all information on how to apply and write a proposal for State program funding. Requests for proposals will be issued in Utah County on May 29. There is a period of 30 days between the date the request is issued and the day proposals are due. During this period, the Division will conduct a workshop and orientation to assist interested parties and answer questions. Proposals will be evaluated by a selection committee consisting of State staff, professionals, Office of Community Operations staff and community representatives. The Director of the Division of Services to the Handicapped will make the final award. Interested persons should contact Lea Paul, 533-4947 at the Division of Services to the Handicapped. First Aid Videos Available Videotapes on first aid and home safety may be borrowed at no charge from the Orem Community Hospital emergency room. The tapes cover the most common at-home accidents and explain when it is necessary to see a doctor. These tapes can be viewed privately or be' shown to clubs, relief societies, or any group. Viewing time is approximately 45 minutes. 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