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1. March 15, 2013 Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea Volume 11, Issue 20
Camp Humphreys families, including that of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Tony Penaz (inset), began moving into the new Army Family Housing towers, March 6. The three towers con-
tain a total of 210 modern family housing units comprised of three, four and five bedroom models. – U.S. Army photos by Edward N. Johnson.
Families begin move into new Army Family Housing
By Clint Stone storage, natural gas stoves, high tech D. Perry, the Housing Facilities chief In total, the new housing towers
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs security systems and child safety said, “We’ve never had five bedroom will increase the availability at Camp
windows. The apartments feature an apartments before.” Humphreys by 18 f ive -bedroom
CAMP HUMPHREYS – The external mechanical room to minimize Like most new families preparing to apartments, 52 four-bedroom
next step in the Camp Humphreys customer inconvenience if repairs need move into overseas accommodations, apartments, and 140 three-bedroom
transformation was realized March 6 to be made. Chief Warrant Officer 3 Tony Penaz and apartments.
when the first families began moving There are a total of 285 parking family were a little leery. All of the new units were designed
into the new Army Family Housing spaces and families can look forward to “We weren’t expecting something and built using the latest technology
towers here. hard wood flooring and CCTV security this nice coming here,” said Penaz. His to ensure “Leadership in Energy and
The three housing towers will soon cameras on their front doors. There are wife, Sarah, three boys and the family Environmental Design” compliance.
be home to 210 Army families. five specially designed handicapped beagle joined him in their move from “Overall, this means that we built a
Part of the ongoing transformation accessible apartments on the first floor Fort Bliss, Texas. When asked what superior facility that will not only last
and relocation of U.S. Forces in Korea, of each of the three towers. impressed her the most about the for years to come but save our valuable
the apartment-style housing is packed When asked what sets these housing new housing, Sarah said, “The size. It resources in the long run,” said Linda
with improvements, such as increased units apart from earlier models, Robert accommodates our large family of five.” Slotosch, the Housing Division chief. x
GARRISONS
Inside
Humphreys runners Concert celebrates Cmd. Perspective P02
chase ‘Pot of Gold’ 60 years of MP Blotter P02
USAG Red Cloud P04
US-ROK alliance USAG Casey P04
USAG Yongsan P07
See See USAG Humphreys P15
PAGE 15 PAGE 16 USAG Daegu P21
Feature Page P12

2. NEWS • PAGE 2
www.army.mil/korea MORNING CALM THE MORNING CALM
The Morning Calm
Published by
The United States Army Garrison Humphreys
Public Affairs Office
in coordination with
USAG Red Cloud, USAG Yongsan and USAG Daegu
Public Affairs Offices
USAG RED CLOUD
Commander: Col. John M. Scott
Public Affairs Officer: Dave Palmer
Physical fitness is an Army priority
Writer/Editor: Franklin Fisher
Staff Writer: Pfc. Lee Seong-su
USAG YONGSAN
Commander: Col. Michael E. Masley
Public Affairs Officer: Mark Abueg By Col. Darin S. Conkright
Command Information Officer: Nikki Maxwell
program designed specifically for the
Writer/Editor: Sgt. Kevin Frazier USAG Humphreys Garrison Commander unique needs of expectant and post-
Staff Writers: Cpl. Lee Hyo-kang, Pfc. Lim Hong-seo, partum female Soldiers.
Pfc. Jung Ji-hoon
CAMP HUMPHREYS — For many For sports enthusiasts, the commu-
USAG HUMPHREYS reasons, maintaining a high standard nity calendar is full of seasonal tourna-
Commander: Col. Darin S. Conkright of physical fitness should be a priority ments, running races, and even triath-
Public Affairs Officer: Edward N. Johnson
for men and women in uniform and lons. The Humphreys Fitness Games, a
Command Information Officer: Steven Hoover
Staff Writer: Pfc. Ma Jae-sang the Army invests a great deal of money concept introduced last summer, had
Interns: Jaeyeon Sim, Tanya Im and resources to support that effort. such a positive response that two addi-
For example, on Camp Humphreys tional competitions are now scheduled
USAG DAEGU
Commander: Col. Kathleen A. Gavle we are fortunate to have a variety of in 2013.
Public Affairs Officer: Philip Molter modern and well equipped fitness cen- And for those with children, the
Command Information Officer: Mary Grimes ters to choose from. For example, the Garrison provides an incredible num-
Staff Writers: Sgt. Jeong Hyuk-soo,
Pfc. Chin Hyun-joon 110,500-square foot Humphreys Com- ber of programs and activities to de-
Interns: Lee Seung-bin, Nam Young-ho, Lee Eun-byul munity Fitness Center, also known velop fitness and motor skills through
as the Super Gym, houses a 25-meter our Youth Sports Programs. For exam-
This Army newspaper is an authorized publication for pool, indoor running track, basketball ple, the Camp Humphreys Road Run-
members of the Department of Defense. Contents court, racquetball courts, martial arts ner Youth Running Club continues to
of The Morning Calm Weekly are not necessarily
official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, room, a climbing wall and a large array thrive and Youth Triathlons are on the
of cardiovascular and weight training calendar again this summer season.
Department of Defense, or Department of the Army.
The editorial content of this weekly publication is
equipment. Although Soldiers are required to
— Col. Darin S. Conkright —
the responsibility of U.S. Army Garrisons in Korea.
Circulation: 9,500 I would also draw your attention to maintain a certain physical fitness types of cancer. Studies have demon-
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Area I and a broken tail light No injuries were in park. When Subject #1 attempted to
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Subject #1 was performing mainte- USAG-Humphreys was notified of scratches to the front bumper. There
nance on Vehicle #1 when Subject #1 a wrongful damage to private prop- were no injuries reported and seat-
placed the vehicle in neutral without erty. Investigation revealed that an belts were utilized.
engaging the parking break. Vehicle unknown person by unknown means
#1 rolled backwards and struck Ve- damaged Victim #1 passenger side Failure to Obey Order or Regula-
hicle #2 with the right side of the rear door handle and key assembly. A tion (Underage Drinking): At 0036
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Shattered left side view mirror. Dam- subjects met with negative results. tified of a failure to obey. While con-
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dents to hydraulic lift assembly. When Violation of Access (Escort Vio- detected a strong odor of an alcoholic
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the driver’s side front door to fully AG-Humphreys PMO was notified person. A subsequent check of Subject
close on Subject #1 leg causing a com- of an escort violation. Investigation #1’s ID card revealed Subject #1 was
pound fracture to the left fibula. Sub- revealed Subject #1 escorted Witness under the legal age to consume alco-
ject #1 gave a verbal sworn statement #2 onto the installation and failed to holic beverages. Subject #1 was appre-
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3. USAG-RC • PAGE 4
http://redcloud.korea.army.mil USAG RED CLOUD THE MORNING CALM
Ed centers offer help after TA halt
Counselors will That included a number from
nearby Camp Hovey, who could
steer Soldiers not process their enrollments at
Hovey’s education center because
the GoArmyEd education portal was
to other possible so overloaded the server couldn’t be
accessed.
funding sources It also included Soldiers of a unit
based at Camp Humphreys, the 520th
By Franklin Fisher Maintenance Company. They were in
franklin.s.fisher2.civ@mail.mil Area I for training at Rodriguez Range,
said Chapman.
CAMP RED CLOUD – Area I The company commander brought
education centers stand ready to in several of his Soldiers March 8 who
further help Soldiers in exploring ways needed to enroll, he said.
to fund their education in the wake “They were up here in the field so
of the Army’s suspension of Tuition the closest education center to them
Assistance, officials said this week. was us,” Chapman said, “and they
The Army suspended its Tuition did not become aware of what was
Assistance (TA) effective March 8 in happening until six o’clock, so rather
the face of federal government budget than try to make it back all the way to
constraints. Humphreys, they came here.
“We can help them as far as those “We don’t turn anybody away here
schools that are available to them,” said in Area I,” said Chapman. “If they
John Stephens, contract counselor at qualify for education center services,
the Camp Red Cloud education center we’ll see them here in Area I.”
in Uijeongbu. “We can help get them At Camp Red Cloud, more than 100
advice on their GI Bill,” he said. Soldiers sought help, either in person
And the centers can guide them or by phone. That number included
toward which schools may be offering some from Camp Stanley, who were
scholarships, and otherwise steer them brought to Red Cloud because Stanley’s
toward possible tuition help, Stephens GoArmyEd access was also down.
said. Area I education centers had
The suspension is in effect until At the Camp Red Cloud education center March 8, Maj. Tony Weaver of Headquarters and announced they’d keep special late
further notice and applies to all Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division, fills out Tuition Assistance paperwork so hours to accommodate the rush, until
components, including the Army that he can enroll in a course towards a master’s degree only hours before the deadline for 9 p.m. Friday, and would be open the
Reserve and National Guard. suspension of TA. Army education centers stand ready to further assist Soldiers in exploring next morning from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m.
Under the suspension, Soldiers are other possible funding sources for their education. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Lee Seong-su But with the crush of Soldiers
not allowed to submit new requests for seeking last-minute enrollment, the
tuition assistance. the financing that can be available. So, stay in the military or they get out, is Red Cloud center stayed open until
But those who before the suspension the onus is put on the Soldier.” only through education,” he said. around 10:30 p.m. The center at Casey
were enrolled in courses approved for Area I education centers are ready Staffers at Area I education centers closed around midnight.
tuition assistance are not affected. to help Soldiers revise their education gave crucial, eleventh-hour help to Both centers reopened at 5 a.m.
Even with the TA suspension, plans in light of the suspension, more than 250 Soldiers who rushed to March 9 as scheduled. But by then the
Soldiers on active duty can still seek Stephens said. sign up for college before the Army’s Tuition Assistance system had been so
educational funding through the The Army’s centers also continue Tuition Assistance funding halted over flooded with customers that there was
Montgomery GI Bill-Active Duty to provide education and vocational the weekend. no money left, officials said.
(Chapter 30), if qualified, officials said. counseling, academic testing, When word of the suspension “We all came to work at five o’clock
“They have to be in the military at credentialing, and transcripts of hit Area I the morning of March 8, a Saturday morning,” said Chapman,
least 20 months before they’re eligible Soldiers’ military training and Friday, Army leaders and education “and we were not able to sign anybody
to use their GI Bill,” Stephens said. experience. center staff rushed to get as many up for anything anymore. It already
Other potential funding sources “Tuition Assistance is one of the qualified Soldiers as possible enrolled had been suspended. So sometime
could be Pell Grants, scholarships with primary reasons that Soldiers stay in for Tuition Assistance before the stated between midnight and 5 a.m. it
different schools, and government the Army, and that they enlist,” said deadline for Korea of 7 a.m. March 9. ended.”
financial aid other than the GI Bill, he Stephens. “And, hopefully, it will come Nearly 150 Soldiers sought help Overall, about 920 Soldiers sought
said. back. at the Camp Casey education center enrollment help at Army education
“But basically what happens is the “But in the meantime, education is during the rush, said Carroll Chapman, centers throughout Korea March 8 and
Soldier has to pay for it him or herself,” extremely important for anybody, and education services specialist with U.S. 9, and many of those were successfully
said Stephens. “The Soldier has to find the way to be successful, whether they Army Garrison Red Cloud and Area I. signed up, officials said. x
End of the
duty day....
On Camp Red Cloud March 4, KATUSA
Soldiers - South Korean Soldiers
assigned to the U.S. Army – fold the
South Korean flag after it was lowered
at the end of the duty day. Unlike the
American flag, which is folded into
a triangle, the South Korean flag is
folded into a rectangle. The Soldiers,
assigned to Headquarters and
Headquarters Company, USAG Red
Cloud, are Pfc. Jung Young-jo (left),
Pfc. Lee Young-hak (center), and Pfc.
Kim Jei-min. – U.S. Army photo by Pfc.
Lee Seong-su

4. MARCH 15, 2013 USAG RED CLOUD USAG-RC • PAGE 5
http://redcloud.korea.army.mil
News & Notes
Newcomers’ Orientation
An orientation for Soldiers,
spouses and civilians who are
newcomers to Area I is scheduled
for March 18 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
at the Army Community Service
classroom in bldg. 2451 at Camp
Casey. The orientation will cover,
among other topics, medical
services, commissary and other
on-post shopping, ration control
and black marketing, SOFA
status and visa requirements,
Korean culture and customs. For
more information, call 730-3107.
Spring Term Enrollment
Enrollment for the Spring 2
term is now open for Central
Texas College and University of
Maryland University College.
Classes for CTC begin March 18;
for UMUC they begin March 25.
Those interested can visit their
local post education center or call
CTC at 732-7268 or UMUC at 732-
7134.
Soldiers of the 2nd Infantry Division attending the division’s Air Assault Course at Camp Mobile prepare to rappel from a UH-60 Black Hawk Red Cloud Vet Clinic Closed
The Camp Red Cloud
helicopter March 7. Those who complete the 10-day course are awarded the Army’s Air Assault Badge. Pfc. Kyle Reed (left) and Sgt. Doc Veterinary Clinic will be closed
Williams are assigned to the division’s 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team. – U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kwon Yong-joon March 18 for training. It will also
2ID holds rigorous Air Assault course
be closed March 25, a Monday,
for a training holiday. For more
information, call 732-7434.
By Sgt. Juan Jimenez exercise. then stood in formation while division Class on Feeding Newborns
1st ABCT Public Affairs Among its many rigors were a leaders pinned the Air Assault Badge A New Parent Support
two-mile run and the challenging on the graduates’ uniforms. One Program class called “Feeding
CAMP HOVEY – For the first time Air Assault Obstacle Course, both hundred and ninety-five graduated. your NewBorn” is scheduled at
in 15 years, 2nd Infantry Division and required for entry to the course. “This course demands a level of Camp Casey March 19 from 10
Eighth U.S. Army Soldiers tackled the Fourteen instructors were flown in professional commitment, physical a.m. – noon at Army Community
rigorous Air Assault Course at Camp from the Warrior Training Center at prowess and individual discipline that Service, bldg. 2451. For more
Hovey in Dongducheon. Fort Benning, Ga., to lead the course. is measured in exacting standards, information, call 730-6994 or
The course ran Feb. 25 to March “Due to the difficult mountainous which demand attention to detail,” 730-3107.
3. It qualifies Soldiers to carry out terrain here in Korea, traveling and Brig. Gen. J.B. Burton, the division’s
air assault and helicopter sling-load resupplying our forces by air is faster deputy commanding general for Free Snacks
operations and proper rappelling and more efficient than by ground,” maneuver, said at the graduation Free snacks will be available
and fast-rope techniques. Those who said Beck. ceremony. “The efforts of these young for customer appreciation night
graduate are authorized to wear the “Becoming Air Assault qualified men and women have added capability at Reggie’s Catering Center on
coveted Air Assault Badge. will mean a lot to me,” said Pfc. Ryan to the 2nd Infantry Division. Camp Stanley March 23 from 5 –
“The school is 10 days of rigorous, S. Rivers, a human resource specialist “You’ve met the mark and that 6 p.m. For more information, call
fast-paced training that tests the with the division’s Headquarters and badge identifies you as someone that 732-5800
Soldiers’ physical endurance and Headquarters Company, 1st Armored others can turn to for assistance and
mental capacity to pay attention to Brigade Combat Team. expertise in Air Assault operations... Gong Talent Show
detail,” said Lt. Col. William Beck, On the final day, Soldiers completed which directly contribute to our the A Gong Show talent contest
the division’s director of training and a 12-mile ruck march in three hours, ROK-U.S. Alliance.” x is scheduled for 6 p.m. March
23 at the Gateway Club on Camp
Casey. The audience and a panel
What a difference a volunteer makes of judges will decide who has the
best talent in Area I. Participation
is limited to single and
unaccompanied Soldiers. There
is no entry fee. Those wanting to
take part must sign up by March
20. For more information, call
730-4601.
Public Transportation Class
A class on how to use
the Korean bus and subway
system is scheduled for 10
a.m. March 24 at the Camp
Stanley Community Activity
Center, bldg. 2497. For more
information, call 732-5366.
Driver Testing on
Camp Red Cloud
U.S. Forces Korea driver testing
is now available Wednesdays on
At Camp Casey March 11, the U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud and Area I recognized the work of community volunteers during a Camp Red Cloud in building 57.
Volunteer of the Quarter ceremony at the Community Activity Center. From Nov. 15, 2012 to Feb. 15, 1,083 volunteers gave of their For more information, call 730-
unpaid time in ways that saved the Army an estimated $123,268.56. – U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Lee Seong-su 2275.

5. USAG-Y • PAGE 7
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil USAG YONGSAN THE MORNING CALM
Relief campaign helps Army family
By Sgt. Kevin Frazier
kevin.frazier2.mil@mail.mil
YONGSAN GARRISON, Republic
of Korea -- United States Army
Garrison Yongsan began the annual 2013
Army Emergency Relief Campaign this
month. Coordinators hope to improve
awareness of this valuable benefit.
“Soldiers and their families should
not be disadvantaged in time of financial
need because of a lack of awareness of
AER’s policies and programs,” said Ann
Mancillas, financial readiness manager
and Army Emergency Relief officer.
“AER is dedicated to ‘Helping the Army
Take Care of its Own’ and provides Army
leaders a valuable asset in ensuring a
ready source of financial assistance to
Soldiers and their families.”
AER is funded by donations from
organizations, and interest earned
in the accounts. The program was
designed to assist service members, Col. Michael E. Masley, garrison commander for USAG Yongsan, joins the Army Community Services staff and several Soldiers during the
civilians, family members and retirees ceremonial cake cutting during the annual 2013 Army Emergency Relief Campaign here, Mar.1. - U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Frazier
with rent, food, travel, car repairs,
funeral costs and medical and dental understand and take advantage of this
expenses. program,” Masley said. “This program
“In the past five years, we have given gives our Soldiers the assets they need
out more than 1.2 million dollars in to support them in a time of need.”
assistance,” Manciallas said. “Many people aren’t aware of or
One Soldier testifies to how the don’t know about the many benefits of
program helped her with emergency the AER program,” Mancillas said. “It’s
travel. our job to get the word out to the Army
“I applied and received my loan back family.”
in two days, so it is proven (to me) that According to Mancillas, in 2012 AER
this program helps Soldiers in a time raised approximately $48,000 from
of need,” said Staff Sgt. Pamela Norris, donations and interest earned. She
supply sergeant from Headquarters said this year’s goal for 2013 is $75, 000
and Headquarters detachment, United and attributes the increased amount to
States Forces of Korea. improved morale in the commands.
Col. Michael E. Masley, garrison The AER campaign runs from
commander for USAG Yongsan, set the March1 to May 15. For more information
tone for the campaign by being the first on the AER program and its benefits,
to donate this year. visit www.aerhq.org or contact DSN Col. Michael E. Masley, garrison commander for USAG Yongsan, set the tone for the campaign
“It is very important that our Soldiers 738-7505. x by being the first to donate this year during the annual 2013 Army Emergency Relief Campaign
here, Mar. 1 - U. S. Army photo by Sgt. Kevin Frazier
Thoughts of suicide? Worried about someone else?
By Jocelynn Reyes-LaShier to help. But sometimes, some people act inappropri- somebody who is honest about how much they can do.
jocelynn.m.lashier.civ@mail.mil ately or not want to get involved due to fear of being Each of us has our own limitation. Lastly, be honest
inadequate. That’s normal. That is part of being hu- with yourself. Don’t say that you’re ok now just to ap-
We all have the ability to be resilient. But some- man. But, if you feel dismissed or if they look like they pease the person who is willing to help you, or promise
times, some individuals get at that tipping point for the something you can’t or really won’t do. Everyone needs
reason that they are truly looking for a specific help. If
your friend, acquaintance, significant other, or even an-
other family member, was to ask you right now if you
“Suicide is the to take the time to evaluate what will really help. Bot-
tom line is: Suicide is the enemy within but it is not the
only way out.
are thinking of suicide, frankly, what would your an-
swer be? If yes, this is probably a conflicted situation for
you. However, you do not have to to go through this by
enemy within, If you do not know who to reach out to in your com-
munity, see the information below, or search the inter-
net for Distress, Crisis or Suicide Prevention Centers.
yourself. Chances are, you are already thinking of sui-
cide seriously. Being alone and thinking about suicide
is recognized to add to the risk of harm or death.
but it is not the only Trained helpers are available around the clock to help
you get started in finding help:
• Your Unit Chaplains
But how can you find someone who is comfortable
talking about suicide? Someone who will work with
you to stop the risk of these thoughts that can lead to
way out.” •
•
•
Family Life Chaplains
Local Behavioral Health Professionals
safeTALK Trained Helpers (Suicide Alertness
suicidal actions? Others have tried to talk about them- ~ Jocelynn Reyes-LaShier is For Everyone: Talk, Ask, Listen, KeepSafe)
selves in third persons, like: “My friend…” or, “what if To learn more on how to effectively help or enhance
someone…”? One of the best ways to find out if this your helping skills, suicide alertness and intervention
person has these abilities is to tell them in a clear and want to avoid the topic, don’t give up. There are others trainings are available. Contact your local installation
direct manner that you are thinking of suicide and look who will listen. Suicide Prevention Program Manager, Jocelynn Reyes-
at their response. It may be awkward at first. That’s Once you have found somebody who is willing to LaShier, DSN 738-5293; Commercial: 02-7918-5293,
ok. But see if that person will worry more for you than listen and help you, don’t expect that person though to email: jocelynn.m.lashier.civ@mail.mil for more infor-
themselves. Almost all the time, people really do want remain quiet about it or not want extra help. You want mation. x

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News & Notes
USAG Yongsan’s
Official Website
Check out what’s hot and stay
in the know with information
straight from the source. Visit
and bookmark USAG Yongsan’s
official website at http://yongsan.
korea.army.mil and you’ll find the
latest news, photos, and lots of
other Community information.
Primary Care
Appointment
Need a primary appointment
at the Brian Allgood Army
Community Hospital?
The USAMEDDAC-K Central
Appointment lines has changed
the hours of operation. You may
now call between Monday-Friday
(0700-1800) to make a PRIMARY
CARE appointment . Just dial
United States Army Garrison Yongsan HHC service members applaud during the safety excellence awarding ceremony, here, Mar. 12. –U.S. DSN 737-CARE (2273).
Army photo by Pfc. Jung Ji-hoon
Telephone Prefix
Headquarters Company scores safety ‘Hat trick’ 05033 Replaces 0505
Telephone prefix 05033 now
replaces telephone prefix 0505 as
of Dec. 1, 2012 on all U.S. Army
posts throughout South Korea
By Pfc. Jung Ji-hoon he applied for the award after noting company’s guidon for 2013.
when dialing from a commercial
jihoon2.jung.fm@mail.mil Yongsan HHC met the award’s “In my opinion, acquiring this telephone line into the Defense
criteria. streamer has affected us greatly, and I Switch Network (DSN). Air Force
YONGSAN GARRISON, “Finding out that we met the am proud of what we have achieved,” and Navy bases will not be affected
Republic of Korea -- U.S. Army Army standard for safety excellence said Cpl. Maeng Joonhyung, an by the prefix change. The new
Garrison-Yongsan’s Headquarters award requirments led me to administration specialist at the HHC prefix works by dialing 05033 and
and Headquarters Company was applying for it. We have maintained orderly room. “We have maintained the last six digits of a DSN line.
awarded the Army Safety Excellence safety for whole 2012, without any zero violations for the whole year.
Streamer by Brig. Gen. Chris R. recordable accidents, and that is Getting recognized for this will Bicycle Registration
Gentry, deputy commanding general what brought us this honor,” Silayev inspire not only the company’s Bicycle Registration services are
of the 8th Army here, March 12. said. “So I basically feel really proud service members, but also the people now offered at the MP Station,
Bldg 1397. ALL bicycles ridden
The Army Safety Excellence of my soldiers. Winning the streamer from other units to do the right thing,
on USAG Yongsan are required
Streamer is awarded to units without indicates that service members are when they see the streamer displayed to be registered! Please use the
any Class A or Class B accidents policing each other up, and they on our guidon.” following instructions when
within a 12-month period, and has are using proper risk management Yongsan HHC has earned the registering a bicycle:
completed 100 percent of Composite techniques. “ safety excellence streamer, three Requirements to register a bicycle:
Risk Management training. HHC plans to keep doing the years in a row since 2010. - Make/Model
HHC has also been recognized for right thing, and maintain a good “This unit has set an example - Body Type (Male / Female)
maintaining zero curfew violations safety record. among the nation, and you guys - Color
throughout the calendar. Since USAG-Y HHC has earned deserve credit for your integrity,” - Serial Number
Capt. Vladislav Silayev, the the award, the safety excellence Gentry said. “Since what you have Requirements to ride a bicycle on
company commander of HHC, said streamer will be displayed on done is not an easy job,” x Yongsan:
- Bike Helmet
- Reflective vest
Reminder: The use of ear
phones while riding a bicycle is
prohibited.
For more information, call
DSN 724-3004 or email
earl.f.webb2.mil@mail.mil.
Heating Season
Reminders
As part of our energy
conservation efforts, the
garrison has installed timers/
programmable thermostats in
our buildings. Administrative
buildings are heated from 0600
U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan’s Headquarters and Headquarters to 1700 to a temperature of 68F.
Capt. Vladislav Silayev, the company commander of HHC, salutes Brig. Company was awarded the Army Safety Excellence Streamer by Brig. After duty hours the temperature
Gen. Gentry, the deputy commanding general of the 8th Army, from Gen. Chris R. Gentry, deputy commanding general of the 8th Army is reduced to 55F to conserve
left to right, here, Mar. 12. –U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jung Ji-hoon here, March 12.-U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jung Ji-hoon energy. If you need assistance
please call the Service Order
desk, DSN 724-3360.
For a complete list of community
information news and notes, visit the
USAG Yongsan official website at
http://yongsan.korea.army.mail

7. PAGE 10
www.army.mil/korea CHAPLAIN THE MORNING CALM
Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
Collective Protestant Liturgical Sunday 9:30 a.m. Memorial Chapel Collective Traditional Daegu
Sunday 11 a.m. Stanley Chapel Traditional Sunday 9:30 a.m. Brian Allgood Hospital Sunday 11 a.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 11 a.m. CRC Warrior Chapel Contemporary Sunday 9 a.m. South Post Chapel Sunday
Sunday 4 p.m. Hovey Chapel Sunday 10:30 a.m. K-16 Chapel Spanish 1 p.m. Freedom Chapel General Protestant 9 a.m. Henry Theater
Sunday 9:30 a.m. West Casey Chapel Sunday 11 a.m. Hannam Village Chapel Catholic Mass 10:30 a.m. Daegu High School
Nondenominational Chapel Next 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel Gospel 11:30 a.m. Henry Theater
Sunday 11 a.m. South Post Chapel Church of Christ 4:40 p.m. Walker Chapel Annex
Liturgical Protestant Gospel Sunday 1 p.m. South Post Chapel Korean Worship Wed 7 p.m. Freedom Chapel
Contemporary 6 p.m. Walker Chapel Office
Sunday 11 a.m. Stone Chapel Korea Women Bible Study Tue, 9:30 a.m. Freedom Chapel
Mision Pentecostal Hispana Tuesday
Sunday 2:30 p.m. Hannam Village Chapel KATUSA Bible Study 6 p.m. Freedom Chapel KWBS 10:30 a.m. Walker Chapel Annex
Gospel PWOC Bible Study Wed 6:30 p.m. Freedom Chapel KATUSA Service 6 p.m. Walker Chapel Annex
Sunday 10:15 a.m. Memorial Chapel United Pentecostal
Sunday 1 p.m. Memorial Chapel Spanish Bible Study Thur,7 p.m. Freedom Chapel Wednesday
PWOC 10 a.m. Walker Chapel Annex
Catholic Mass
COGIC KATUSA Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Memorial Chapel LDS Youth 6:50 p.m. Walker Chapel Annex
Sunday 9 a.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 12:30 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel
M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Freedom Chapel
Seventh-Day Adventist Friday
Saturday 9:30 a.m. Brian Allgood Hospital Youth Ministry 6:30 p.m. Walker Chapel Office
Religious education Sun 10 a.m., Freedom Chapel
KATUSA LDS 6:30 p.m. Walker Chapel Annex
Tue 6 p.m.
Sunday 7 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel Episcopal Sunday 11 a.m. Brian Allgood Hospital
Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Stone Chapel MCCW 3rd Th 9:30 a.m. Freedom Chapel Camp Carroll
Catholic Services
PWOC Wed 9:30 a.m. Freedom Chapel Sunday
Catholic Mass Saturday 5 p.m. Memorial Chapel PMOC 2nd Sat 8:30 a.m. Freedom Chapel General Protestant 10 a.m. Camp Carroll Chapel
Catholic Services/Mass Sunday 8 a.m. Memorial Chapel Catholic Mass 11:40 a.m. Camp Carroll Chapel
Sunday 9 a.m. CRC Warrior Chapel Sunday 11:30 a.m. Memorial Chapel Youth of the Garrison Friday 6:30 p.m. CAC Rec Annex
Sunday 11:30 a.m. West Casey Chapel M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Memorial Chapel Tuesday
1st Sat. 9 a.m. Memorial Chapel KATUSA Service 6 p.m. Camp Carroll Chapel
Jewish Friday 7 p.m. South Post Chapel Latter-day Saints worship POC: daegubp@gmail.com
Latter-day Saints worship POC: cphumphreysbp@gmail.com
Latter-day Saints worship POC: northernbp@gmail.com Latter-day Saints worship POC: seoulbp@gmail.com
Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact
Area I and USAG Red Cloud Chaplains Area II and USAG Yongsan Chaplains Area III and USAG Humphreys Chaplains Area IV and USAG Daegu Chaplains
Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Suk Jong Lee: Chaplain (Maj.) Robert E. Marsi: Chaplain (Maj.) Ricky A. Way: Chaplain (Maj.) Charlie Lee
sukjong.lee@us.army.mil, 732-6169 robert.marsi@us.army.mil, 738-3009 ricky.a.way.mil@mail.mil 754-7274 sun.c.lee4.mil@mail.mil, 764-4192
Chaplain (Maj.) Alfred Grondski: Chaplain (Maj.) Michael Frailey Chaplain (Capt.) Michael Roberts Chaplain (Maj.) Paul Wilbourn
alfred.grondski@us.army.mil, 732-6016 michael.l.frailey.mil@mail.mil, 738-3058 michael.r.roberts@us.army.mil, 754-7042 paul.d.wilbourn.mil@mail.mil, 764-5455
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8. PAGE 12
www.army.mil/korea FEATURE THE MORNING CALM
U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Kevin Frazier
Check in to world-famous ‘Gangnam’
By Cpl. Lee Hyo-kang the 2012 census, Gangnam is recorded The best shopping experience in the small cafés which offer their own unique
hyokang.lee.fm@mail.mil to have a population of 527,641, making district can be found in Apgujeong- menus. One of the highlights of these
it the fourth most populated district in dong and Chungdam-dong, where cafés is that they serve famous fusion
Gangnam-gu, Seoul - The Korean Seoul. Gangnam is also the third largest department stores and many other Korean style desserts. Patbingsoo is a
pop song “Gangnam style” by Psy, district in Seoul with an area of 39.5 km2. fashion stores are concentrated. The popular dessert, which has sweet red-
has become one of the most popular Until the early 1980’s Gangnam and COEX mall at Samsung subway station bean porridge fondue covered in ice
songs around the peninsula and world- its neighboring areas were known as is another popular multi-complex flakes and syrup. Various Patbingsoo
wide. Gangnam Style is so popular that the least developed district in Seoul. shopping mall where many restaurants, with different toppings and flavors are
numerous celebrities showcased the However, after a prodigious development theaters, stores, and other places available.
Gangnam style dance on their television during the last 30 years, it earned the including the aquarium are located. Since Gangnam literally means
shows and famous athletes perform reputation of being the most affluent, At Gangnam, people can also learn “South of the River,” Gangnam also
Gangnam style during their dancing dynamic, and influential area in both about Korean culture. The Kimchi has a huge boating culture, including
ceremonies after scoring points in their Seoul and South Korea. It even became museum at COEX informs the world wind surfing, and water skiing near the
sport. Even a U.S. Navy humanoid robot, the site for the 2010 G-20 Summit and about one of the essentials of Korean Han River. Also, Chung gye stream and
named CHARLI-2, danced the Gangnam the 2012 Nuclear Security Summit. This cuisine, Kimchi. And at Kukkiwon, Yangjae stream run through Gangnam,
style dance on 24. Oct. 2012 at Virginia prosperity and high class influence is the World Taekwondo Headquarters, providing a modern public recreation
institute of technology. what inspired the song, Gangnam Style. people can experience taekwondo basic space in downtown Seoul.
Although most international fans In addition to being a prosperous stances, self-defense and board breaking All Service members and community
don’t understand the majority of the district, Gangnam also offers a wide at the low cost of 20,000 won. members assigned in South Korea
lyrics, the word “Gangnam” remains selection of entertaining experiences. Close to the modern COEX mall is have easy access to the many venues.
engraved on many people’s tongues as The Gangnam subway station area is one the Buddhist Bongeunsa temple. It is a Consequently, it would be a big mistake
they sing along to the song’s catchy tune. of the largest meeting points for young unique place to visit as travelers can enjoy not to look into the great opportunities
These fans seem to know that Gangnam people, due to all the famous restaurants the peaceful temple-like atmosphere in offered by Gangnam. If you need a
refers to a location in Korea, however, and hang-out places located there. the middle of such a populated city. The guide, ask a Korean Augmentee to the
many are unaware of the implications The subway station itself and the roads temple offers a “temple stay program” United States Army Soldiers (KATUSA),
alluded to by the song, when it refers to around it are directly connected to many where tourists can experience the life of who will gladly show you around.
“Gangnam style.” poplarized districts in Seoul, including a monk for a few hours. This is part one in a special series of
Gangnam district officially referred Yangjae, Bundang, Sadang and Hannam. Garosougil, which literally means introducing the famous cities in Korea.
to as Gangnam-gu, and is one of the 25 Its geographical and commercial merits “tree-lined street,” is best known for cozy Keep following up with the series and
gu or local government districts, which naturally lead the place to become more restaurants and cafés. In addition to big take your opportunities to experience
make up the city of Seoul. According to developed. franchise cafés, there are also several more about Korea while you can! . x
U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Lee Hyo-Kang
U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Lee Hyo-kang

9. March 15, 2013 USAG HUMPHREYS USAG-H • PAGE 15
www.army.mil/korea
News & Notes
Aerobathon Set For Saturday
On Saturday, March 16, there will
be a three-hour Aerobathon in
the Humphreys Community Fit-
ness Center (Super Gym), from
10 a.m.-1 p.m. The schedule in-
cludes a 15-minute yoga warm up,
40 minutes of Zumba, 30 minutes
of spin and a 25-minute Combat-
ives and self-defense demo. Two
breakout sessions include the op-
tion of yoga or CrossFit in the first
and the choice of Zumba or Boot
Camp in the second. The Aero-
bathon finishes with an intro to
nutrition presentation and a yoga
cool-down. Individuals can par-
ticipate for the full three hours or
choose from select classes. There
is no cost to participate. For de-
tails, call 753-8031.
Gas Station Expands Hours
The Camp Humphreys Exchange
Gas Station is conducting a 60-
day test of opening one hour ear-
lier and closing one hour later,
Monday through Friday. The cur-
rent hours are: Monday-Friday, 8
a.m.-8 p.m.; and 9 a.m.-7 p.m. on
weekends.
Sgt. 1st Class Michael Craig (third from left) carries the guidon of B Company, 4th Battalion, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, during
Korean-American Billiards Set
On Saturday, March 16 there will the “Pot of Gold 5K” run, march 9. 4-2 was one of five units that participated in the run. – U.S. Army photos by Pfc. Ma Jae-sang
Runners search for ‘Pot of Gold,’ earn medals
be a Korean-American Billiards
Tournament held, starting at 10
a.m., in the Community Activities
Center. A team from the Seoul
Billiards Club will travel to Camp By Pfc. Ma Jae-sang by 2nd Lt. Aaron Knox, assigned to at 21:44.
Humphreys to take on all active USAG Humphreys Public Affairs the 501st Signal Company, with a time This 5K run was not only for the
duty, KATUSA, DoD Civilians, of 19 minutes, 5 seconds. The overall adults, as a Kid’s one mile run was
retirees and family members over CAMP HUMPHREYS – On a best time was recorded by Dave Elger, added to the event. Donnavin Smith
the age of 18. There is no cost to somewhat appropriate sunny morn- in the Men’s (Over 50) with a time of finished first with a time of 8:40, with
participate and lunch will be pro- ing, the “Pot of Gold 5K” run was held 18:40. Paek Myong-chol, competing Nadya Blackwell pacing the girls at
vided for all players. Awards go to here March 9. in the Men’s Senior (30-39) category 9:26.
top three finishers. For more in- With the weather getting warm- recorded a time of 18:48. The fastest “I think it was very good idea to join
formation, call 753-8825. er, about 250 people participated in Women’s time was recorded by Spc. the running,” said Lauren Shin, who
the run and enjoyed the beginning Miae Phipps, assigned to A Company, was the second best runner among the
BOSS Trip Deadline of spring. Instead of the usual biting 719th Military Intelligence Battalion, girls, finishing at 10 minutes flat. x
March 22 is the registration dead- wind, a soft breeze helped cool the
line for the March 23 BOSS Deep runners as they ran the course. Sports
Sea Fishing trip. The trip, which Director Lonnie Herring said that the
costs $110, departs at 5 a.m. and turnout was almost double what they
returns around 7 p.m. The fee in- usually get for a run this time of year.
cludes transportation, charter fee, Five units participated in the run
rod and reel, bait, cleaning servic- and each received a streamer for their
es and lunch. This trip is open to unit colors.
military spouses, civilians, and re- The Men’s Open category was won
tirees over the age of 18. For more
information, call 753-8970.
‘Madness’ At Strike Zone
The Strike Zone Bowling Center
will host a “March Madness Race
to the Final 4” bowling tourna-
ment, Sunday, March 24, start-
ing at noon. All bowlers will roll
10 games of 8-9 No Tap (9 male;
8 female). The top four pin fall
bowlers will play the new PBA TV
Finals Format to determine the
winner. Entry fee is $45.
HAS Hosts Spaghetti Dinner
On Wednesday, March 27, start-
ing at 5 p.m., the Humphreys
American School will host its first
Continuous School Improvement
Family Spaghetti Dinner Night in
the school’s cafeteria. This event
Lauren Shin poses with her medal after
is open to all community mem- The nice, spring-like weather brough out more than 250 people to participate in the
bers. The cost of the dinner is $5 finishing with a time of 10 minutes flat,
good enough for second place in the “Pot of Gold 5K” run, March 9. The next monthly run is the “Eggstavaganza 5K,” sched-
per family.
Girl’s (Under 12) category during the Chil- uled for March 30, starting at 9 a.m. To pre-register, visit any of the Camp Humphreys
dren’s 1 Mile run. gyms or call 753-8031.

10. PAGE 16
www.army.mil/korea USAG HUMPHREYS THE MORNING CALM
More than 1500 people jammed into the Pyeongtaek University 90th Anniversary Building, March 7, to attend a concert featuring Republic of Korea Army Cpl. Jung Ji-hoon,
better know to his fans as “Rain,” and other K-pop artists and performers. – U.S. Army photo by Jaeyeon Sim
Members of the Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base communities attended a concert Although most who attended the concert were there to see “Rain,” currently serving in
that celebrated the 60th Anniversary of the U.S.-ROK alliance at Pyeongtaek Univer- the ROK Army, there was plenty of entertainment leading up to his appearance.– U.S.
sity.– U.S. Army photo by Jaeyeon Sim Army photo by Jaeyeon Sim
Concert celebrates 60 year US-ROK alliance partnership
By Jaeyeon Sim sored by Pyeongtaek City. Rain, who is one of the most famous and several U.S. and ROK Soldiers
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs More than 1,500 people attended celebrities in Korea, showed up on shared a moment by taking commem-
the concert, including personnel from the stage many people crowded into orative pictures together.
CAMP HUMPHREYS – In celebra- Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base, the front. He came down and shook “The Pyeongtaek University staff
tion of the 60th Anniversary of the Soldiers from ROKA 51st Infantry hands with fans during his perfor- provided a warm welcomed to all the
U.S.-ROK alliance and Pyeongtaek Division, ROK Navy 2nd Fleet, RO- mance. USFK personnel, which is a display of
University’s centennial anniversary, KAF Operations Command Support Before he came out, other K-Pop the strong alliance and cooperation we
a concert featuring the Korean pop Group, ROKAF 7th Communication stars like Sangchu and 9MUSES, as have with our local Korean communi-
singer “Rain,” was held at the Pyeong- Group, Pyeongtaek citizens and PTU well as others performed. Everybody ty,” said Sean McManus Sr., a program
taek University 90th Anniversary students. in the hall seemed to enjoy the perfor- analyst for the Camp Humphreys
Building, March 7. The highlight of the show was mances. Family and Morale, Welfare and , Rec-
The show was hosted by K-Force when ROKA Cpl. Jung Ji-hoon, best After the concert, some Soldiers reation. “The concert was great with
Media and organized by the university known as Rain, took the stage to happened to meet their old Korean the variety of artists performing. It was
Research Center for USFK, and spon- sing his hit song “Hip Song.” When friends from the Headstart Program a pleasure to see the live show.” x

11. USAG-H • PAGE 18
www.army.mil/korea MORNING CALM THE MORNING CALM
Sequestration will affect programs, readiness
By Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr. “But there’s going to be some long-term readiness tions like TAPS. You can count on me to continue to
American Forces Press Service issues that will affect the force,” he noted. “You can’t be a strong advocate of that.”
take $500 billion out over five years, $46 billion out Despite these commitments, Dempsey said,
WASHINGTON – The Defense Department will over six months. I mean, Houdini couldn’t figure that things will happen at the local level that Pentagon
see effects to long-term military readiness and sup- out. So when I get asked about why we’re not figuring leadership won’t see.
port programs such as the Tragedy Assistance Pro- it out, it’s because I’m not Houdini. There [are] some “I [may] say I’m going to make sure we’re com-
gram for Survivors under sequestration’s fiscal con- things we’re going to have to do to sweep up every bit mitted to wounded warriors, and then a wounded
straints, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said of money we can find in the next six months.” warrior’s spouse tries to go to the commissary at Fort
here March 12. Just as in businesses, the general said, more than Carson, Colo., and it’s closed,” he said. “[This is] go-
Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey gave remarks and half of the Defense Department’s budget is spent in ing to happen, because of this issue of sweeping up
fielded questions from the audience at the National the first half of the fiscal year. the money we need to get through the year. There
League of Cities Congressional Cities Conference. “So [the spending cuts are] going to have an ef- will be things done at the local level that we won’t
“Sequestration was the thing that was never sup- fect,” Dempsey said. “The commitment I’ve made is have any visibility on.”
posed to happen,” he said. The task now, he added, is we’ve got to keep faith and make sure the force that The chairman said troops and their families must
to figure out how to proceed. we’re deploying -- the one that’s there now and the communicate with each other so the effects of se-
The military must defend the nation and will do next to go -- they will clearly be the priority.” questration are known.
so, the chairman said. But the bond of trust between The chairman was clear that wounded warriors “There are going to be things that we don’t see at
the nation and its military must endure, he added. and their families will remain a priority for DOD. this level that will affect your communities,” Dempsey
TAPS, Gold Star Families and the Wounded Warrior “They’ve made a commitment to us,” he said. said. “And what I’ve encouraged other military mem-
Project are among organizations that manifest that “We’ve got to make a commitment to them. And [we bers and families to do is ... stay in touch with each
bond of trust, he added. have] our commitment to partnering with organiza- other so we actually understand the effect.” x
US urges North Korea to tone down threats, rhetoric
By Donna Miles Little condemned North Korea’s saying they “will only further isolate rhetoric is bellicose and the rhetoric is
American Forces Press Service destabilizing activities the day af- North Korea and undermine interna- a bit too high,” Little said. “So let’s take
ter declaring that it had nullified the tional efforts to pursue peace and sta- this down a notch, I would say to them,
WASHINGTON – U.S. and South 60-year-old armistice agreement there. bility in Northeast Asia.” and engage the right way.”
Korean forces remain “postured for any “North Korea’s bellicose rhetoric He acknowledged North Korea’s U.S. Forces Korea, and other U.S.
contingency” on the Korean Peninsula, and threats follow a pattern designed track record that shows an unwilling- troops from U.S. Pacific Command
Pentagon Press Secretary George Little to raise tensions and to intimidate oth- ness to conform to the international and about 10,000 South Korean forces
said March 12 as he called on North ers,” Little told reporters at a Pentagon community’s requirements – through are currently participating in the Key
Korea to tone down its rhetoric and news conference. nuclear tests and most recently, a Resolve exercise that promotes their
comply with its international obliga- “North Korea will achieve nothing ratcheting up of threatening language. ability to work together to defend
tions. by threats or provocation,” he added, “The fact of the matter is that their South Korea. x