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Show Hilltop Times June 24, 2004 Hill Commentary 'Should I do this?' Street views 'What activity are you Conscience, '60 Minutes' test guides decision process looking forward to Saeger Jr. most this summer?' .3 by Col. Walter W. Munitions Directorate Director, Master Sgt. David Wallace Battalion Chief, Fire Station 2 775th Civil Engineering ::v ! Squadron hi "I will participate in the annual Multiple Sclerosis e bike ride. There will be over 1,000 cyclists riding for this fund raiser. Last year we raised over 150-mil- How many times have you started to do something only to stop and ask yourself, "should I really do this?" Maybe it doesn't happen too often for you, but it does for me. Every time I have to decide what action to take between more than one option, I hear this little voice that guides my decision. Some people would call it my conscience. The conscience is a wonderful thing when it's there and listened to. It can keep us from doing things that could get us in trouble. But like I just said, it has to be there and it has to be listened to. Most people have a conscience that they listen to, at least I surmise they do or we would have a lot more crimes being committed or laws being broken. So why am I worried about whether you have a conscience or $500,000." Ernest Isley Captain, Fire Station 2 775th Civil Engineering Squadron part-tim- business. We really e pick up during the summer 7 season." Airman First Class Christopher Gonzales Firefighter, Fire Station 2 775th Civil Engineering Ul Squadron fe.iV 'y dent upon our conscience. How many times have you stretched your coffee break an extra 15 minutes and thought it didn't harm anyone since you still got all of your work done for that day? How about the time you went TDY and came back when you were scheduled to even though the meeting ended early and you could have come back a day earlier? Hopefully no one reading this has been tempted to do the latter although I'm sure many people have done the former. Both scenarios are examples of the Air Force being in the first example it's "only" time while in the second it's both time and money. Maybe you work hard and rationalize it away that the Air Force owes you that much, but does it? If you were paying the bill, how would you feel then? If I were That is how you should look at everything you do paying the bill, would I still be willing to do what I am about to do? Another way to ensure you do the right thing is the "60 Minutes" test. If someone from "60 Minutes" you know that TV show were to walk up to you and ask you what with Mike Wallace you were doing and why, would you be willing to tell them everything and wait to see it on TV? Or better yet, have anyone from your family see it on TV? outside playing ball. " James Roche Secretary of the Air Force Americans and people from around the world recently celebrated the memory, and recognized the achievements of our former commander-in-chiePresident Ronald Reaf, gan. He became the President of the United States at a very critical juncture in our national consciousness. President Reagan will always be remembered for leading the charge to 7& , Zach Zondervon Engineer, EMT, Fire Station 2 775th Civil Engineering Squadron "I like spending time with my family and playing soft- - ball." V' - W t: . Tim Brown Engineer, Fire Station 2 775th Civil Engineering -- A3-; Squadron "I have a cabin up in Kamas V r ' f 1' . "V, I " vs 'r. A Steve Carter Base Fire Chief 775th Civil Engineering Squadron "We just bought a new fifth- wheel trailer. We like to go to the different campsites in Utah." The U.S. significantly reduce nuclear weapons and ending the Cold War with the dissolution of communism throughout eastern Europe Air Force Quality Systems for America 's Air Force Hilltop Times Published by Ogden Publishing Corp , a private firm in no way connected with . the U.S. Ail Force, under exclusive written contract with Hill AFB. This comrner-cial enterprise Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the rv If I were paying the bill, would I still be willing to do what I am about to do? Col. Walter W. Col. Walter w. Saeger Jr. Saeger Jr. I've always asked myself why would I do something that I would- n't want to read about in the newspaper or see on the TV news. When your actions can stand the "60 Minutes" test, you can be pretty confident that you're doing the right thing for the right reason. There will always be exceptions but unless you're lying to yourself (and your conscience won't help you there) , people will trust you. Now I'm sure you're asking yourself "What does all of this have to do with me?" It goes back to be being in the Air Force. Americans trust us to do our best to protect them and our way of life. This trust is based upon each of us doing what is right, no matter what others may think or do, and you cannot always do what is right without guidance like your conscience or the "60 minutes" test. Use them often enough and eventually you won't it will just be natural to do the right thing all even hear them the time. and the former Soviet Socialist Republics. We witnessed a strong outpouring of remembrance from the world, our nation, and cadets from the Air Force Academy all played key roles throughout the events, as and the men and women of the United States military. General Jumper and I are proud of all our Airmen for their impressive tribute to President Reagan. We're especially grateful to the Airmen who directly participated as part of the funeral cortege. Air Force color, guards, aircrews and maintainers did our who provided the during the processional. The U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West performed a stirring musical and there were many tribute at the burial more Airmen behind the scenes who also shined and represented the Air Force and our great nation with professionalism and escorts and pallbearers always displayed a quiet fpiouij pcofessioialismThe 89th Airlift Wing; the 11th Wing, the United States Air Force Band, the Singing Sergeants, dignity. The United States Air ForcFproudly gave its final salute tatfie?Great Communicator," who was truly a great leader. Thank you for your service. Well done. honor guards, guards of hflrJcordon E fly-ov- Center challenge impresses sergeant by Tech. Sgt. Scott Boyle 367th Training Support Squadron I approached Chief Master Sgt. Joseph Stewart, president of the Hill AFB Chief's Group, last November, about the possibility of becoming an NCO Academy instructor. After several mentoring sessions, a "career broadening" plan was put in place to enable me to stand head and shoulders above my competition for the special duty assignment selection. The plan included coordination and approval from my flight and squadron as well as interviews with Ogden ALC Command Chief An orientation that welcomes spouses to Team Hill's family; A Veterans of Foreign Wars presentation that teaches Airmen about the sacrifices that come with serving our country; An Airmen Mentoring Panel that gives Airmen a recipe for success; 1st LL Mark Richey's (prior enlisted) presentation that encourages Airmen to take time to make the most of their initial enlistment whether they desire to be a chief, a colonel or return to civilian life after their commitment; A culture briefing that introduces the wonderful opportunities Utah has to offer; a preventative health day concept that proMaster Sgt. Robert Koenigkramer, and First Term Airmen vides the students with a medical record review; dental care, shots and blood work; Center program coordinator, Master Sgt. Steven Gantz. I received The movie "Who Moved My Cheese" that teaches students overwhelming support and encouragement from all involved and rotation to assist Sergeant Gantz at about goals, change and how to adapt in an ever changing enviwas approved for a Hill's First Term Airmen Center. ronment; and A physical fitness program that helps acclimate Airmen to At the center, I immediately discovered an outstanding example of our core values in Sergeant Gantz. With great energy, the new Air Force standards and to the high altitude of Hill AFB. extreme positive enthusiasm and unmatched dedication, he took During my rotation to the center, I did many things that supera crippled program and turned it into an exceptional one in only visors of Airmen should do every day, and then some. For me four months. Nearly three years later and approaching another the task of mentoring, focusing and supervising first term Aircrossroad in his career, he continues to strive for excellence and men was a challenge due to my lack of experience. For the majorprocess improvement each and every day. His dedication is rivaled ity of my career, I've been fortunate to supervise outstanding only by his desire to start Airmen in a positive direction so they career Airmen and NCOs, with more emphasis on the latter. While at the First Term Airmen Center, I was exposed to a many can take advantage of career opportunities. The First Term Airmen Center is not a replacement for the things that I will always keep with me, but the one tiling that stands three-pag- e checklist I received at my first duty out more than others is that this was an experience that paid back base it's much in huge dividends. No matter how much I gave to the First Term which I was given 30 days to complete station more. The program is a mandatory program. This orientation Airmen Center, it always gave back more. I am a better NCO and first duty station Airmen from a controlled a better supervisor after having this'experience, but more transitions I'm a better person. importantly environment of basic training and technical school to a I'm and to ask Airmen that Presently, awaiting notification from the NCO Academy forum questions encourages open to be part of a positive learning experience. The center provides instructor selection board. Hopefully I will standout among the p other applicants and, as a result, be selected. Whatever the turnout, a streamlined process for the base and unit with I'm positive that the selection board will make the best decision professional briefings and guided discussions, ancilhealth and day for the Air Force and the NCO Academy. preventive lary training, mission orientation tours Thanks to my chain of command, the Command Chief, Chief for the time reduces Airmen Term Center First The concept. from months to just 10 days. Stewart, Sergeant Gantz, and especially the students, my First base Hill's First Term Airmen Center has programs that, to the best Term Airmen Center experience exceeded all expectations. I'm sure future volunteers will be able to say the same. of my knowledge, are found nowhere else. The center offers: 90-da- that I spend time at during the summer." 1 Airmen thanked for presidential support by Dr. "I like spending time with my sons, Quentin and Christian. We spend a lot of time rrr not? It comes down to the business that we are in. 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