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Maker runs towards greatness

By Airman 1st Class Kaitlin Castillo Space Base Delta 1 Public Affairs

PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, C olo. — U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Guor Maker, 21st Dental Squadron den tal technician, is Space Base Delta 1’s outstanding performer for the month of October.

To imagine how Maker came to be the Airman he is today warrants look ing at the life he endured in his early years and the fortitude he built as a result.

Maker grew up in South Sudan for the first eight years of his life. During the Second Sudanese Civil War, he es caped slavery twice before finding safe ty at his uncle’s home. Unfortunately, his sanctuary ended when he was forced to flee once again, leaving most of his family behind. He was granted refugee status in the United States two years later.

“Around the time I left my family, I had to develop a self-sustaining mind set,” Maker said.

Coming to a new country with a completely different culture and lan guage was a hurdle, but that would not stop Maker from achieving greatness. He did know a universal language -- running.

After being encouraged by his high school gym teacher, Maker joined the school’s track and field team. His initial perspective was slightly skewed from his classmates though as Maker viewed the sport as more than a competition among peers. Running meant survival back home; it was how he escaped a war and slavery.

“I didn’t like running, even in high school,” Maker recalled. “My coach talked me into it as a way to make friends, and later it turned into a pas sion. It gave me a purpose.”

Maker shared his drive is to elevate his people back home as well as bring awareness and hope for South Sudan.

After graduating from high school with a trail of accolades, he accepted a scholarship and ran for Iowa State College in 2005. Less than a decade later, Maker would push his personal record to a new extreme by qualifying for the 2012 Summer Olympics men’s marathon in London, England, as an Independent Olympic Participant.

Athletes can participate in the Olympic Games without representing

a specific nation for various reasons. Since South Sudan was a new nation, the National Olympic Committee had not yet been established and there fore allowed Maker to complete as an independent.

The following year, Maker became a dual citizen of the United States and the new nation of South Sudan. He once again qualified to run in the 2016 Olympic marathon in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, this time under the flag of his people.

“It’s a hard feeling to describe,” Maker said. “It’s something unique. Especially when you walk into the stadium during the opening ceremony; it’s always spe cial. You’re among the special people who made it.”

In 2018, at the age of 34, Maker de cided to join the USAF. When reflecting on why he decided to wear the uniform, he recalled the kindness he received from the communities that supported him during the tough years of training and studying.

“I wasn’t able to go to each and every person who helped me along the way and just say, ‘thank you,’” Maker said. “The best way to say thank you to the country as a whole was to put on the uniform and serve.”

Maker was quickly chosen to be come a part of the USAF World Class Athlete Program from 2019 to 2020. Unfortunately, the pandemic did not allow him to train as hard as he would have liked, leading him to continue training on his own.

He later suffered a back injury and was unable to run for a year. While it was hard for him to stop from push ing himself to his limits, he wanted to make sure he was completely healed before resuming the level of training he was before.

During the duty day, Maker can be seen at the 21st Dental Squadron’s front desk checking people in, work ing with patient records, and running the Dental Fly Program as well as the Dental Records Request Program.

U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlin Castillo U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Guor Maker, 21st Dental Squadron dental technician, trains at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, Oct. 17, 2022. Maker continues training every day and hopes to compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France.

“Senior Airman Maker is a joy to work with,” said Senior Master Sgt. Jeremy Harris, 21st Dental Squadron senior en listed leader. “He brings the same work ethic that he has as a World Class Athlete to work with him every day here at Peterson Dental Clinic.”

Maker is coming up to a crossroad and weighing what the future holds -- whether that is commissioning into the U.S. Space Force or looking at routes in the civilian sector. Either way, Maker has a goal.

“I hope to participate in the next Olympics,” said Maker. “I still have the spirit.”

The next Olympics in 2024 is slated to be held in Paris, France. Maker continues his gradual training daily, often using his lunch break to run on base amid the Rocky Mountain landscape.

After his time in service, Maker hopes to open a school and a hospital in his home village in South Sudan. His story of valor and his patriotism is the essence of what it means to serve selflessly. While his har rowing past has brought him to where he is now, his devotion to making the world a better place is why he was selected to be recognized as October’s Outstanding Performer of the Month.

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I still have the spirit.”

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Guor Maker, 21st Dental Squadron dental technician, runs during his lunch break at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, Oct. 17, 2022. Maker partic ipated in the USAF World Class Athlete Program and is a two-time Olympian who competed in the men’s marathon event in the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics.

I hope to participate in the next Olympics.

Congratulations ALS Class 22-7

By Airman 1st Class Kaitlin Castillo Space Base Delta 1 Public Affairs

PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, COLO. — U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Sevin Balkuvvar, Space Base Delta 1 command chief, presents the John L. Levitow Award to U.S. Space Force Spc. 4 Daryl Griffin, 4th Space Operations Squadron unit training manager, during the Airman Leadership School graduation ceremony at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, Oct. 6, 2022.

The John Levitow Award is given to one student per class based on scores of their leadership ability determined by both instructors and fellow students; it is the highest award an enlisted service member can earn in professional military education.

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Hispanic Heritage Month: 354 MDG captain recounts journey from Puerto Rico to Alaska

By Airman 1st Class Ricardo Sandoval Air Force Medical Service

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska — From the warm streets of Aibonito, Puerto Rico, to the last, and cold, frontier of Alaska, U.S. Air Force Capt. Adamaris Rivera, officer in charge of the 354th Medical Group pharmacy, has found success through her resiliency.

Obstacles are never asked for, however, the reac tions and growth from them can say a lot about a person. Rivera never asked for a difficult journey in life, yet she has continued to stay true to herself and never lost sight of her motivation.

“Family,” said Rivera. “I just want to make sure my mom is proud and I think she is.”

It was Rivera’s childhood experience with her mom that taught her independence and began to mold her into the leader she is today.

“My parents were in the process of getting a di vorce and it was a very difficult time,” said Rivera. “My mom tried to commit suicide when I was in fifth grade.”

Rivera made a decision during this difficult and confusing time in her life. She buried her head in her studies and decided to become more inde pendent in order to give her mom one less thing to worry about.

As a result, she strived for excellence through high school and then attended the University of Puerto Rico, one of the best universities in Puerto Rico. Originally a biotechnology major, Rivera changed her major to microbiology because the bio technology courses she was enrolled in didn’t count toward her goal of attending pharmacy school.

“When I was in my fourth year, I applied for phar macy school and I got denied,” explained Rivera. “I decided to finish my bachelor’s degree and apply again the next year and that time, I got accepted.”

However, this meant that Rivera would leave the only place she called home and attend Nova Southeastern University in Florida. Rivera had to start over but the vibrant Hispanic culture in Florida helped her adjust to living in the United States and her continued motivation helped her achieve her goal.

“The first year was very challenging but once I created a routine, it was a little bit easier,” said Rivera. “But I knew going back to Puerto Rico was not an option for me.“

Rivera spent her time in Florida attending classes and then rewatching lectures in order to pass every course she took. All the while, working as a delivery driver to make some extra cash. After complet ing pharmacy school Rivera was able to secure a job with a retail pharmacy store and worked with them for two years. However, Rivera sought more

job security and benefits geared toward her goals which is what motivated her to join the United States Air Force.

Her Air Force career had taken her to Texas and a deployment to Afghanistan before arriving at Eielson. It was her during her deployment that she was a part of a three-person team running 24 hour operations.

“It was very challenging because you need a phar macist pretty much all the time,” added Rivera. “But I really enjoyed my deployment and learned a lot.”

Now at Eielson, Rivera is constantly in the phar macy working the window and continuing to strive for her goals. She was recently selected for promo tion to the rank of major, a culmination of her work up to this point in her Air Force career.

“Life is difficult and life is not easy,” said Rivera. “You need to ask yourself what are your goals and just work toward that, no matter how long it’s going to take you. If you put in the dedication and time, anything is possible.”

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U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ricardo Sandoval

U.S. Air Force Captain Adamaris Rivera is the 354th OMRS officer in charge of pharmacy services at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Hispanic Heritage month celebrates histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Hispanic descent.

JTF-SD

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birthday

By Bridget Bonnette

Joint Task Force-Space Defense Public Affairs

SCHRIEVER SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. — U.S. Navy Lt. Renata Kolinko, left, space battle manager for the Joint Task Force-Space Defense and U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Casey Wade Two Bears, right, senior intelligence duty officer for the JTF-SD, cut a cake during the organization’s celebration of the U.S. Navy’s 247th birthday at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado, Oct. 13, 2022. This year’s Navy birthday theme of, “On Watch - 24/7 for 247 Years,” highlighted the Navy’s enduring ability to remain fully ready to respond to and effectively deter emergent threats.

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U.S. Space Force photo by Tiana Williams

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Casey Wade Two Bears, senior intelligence duty officer for the Joint Task Force-Space Defense, speaks during the organization’s celebration of the U.S. Navy’s 247th birthday at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado, Oct. 13, 2022.

VCJCS describes logistical challenges in global security environment

By David Vergun DOD News

WASHINGTON — Logistical and other warfighting strategies focus first and foremost on the threat, and that informs all decisions and actions taken by the Defense Department, the vice chairman of the joint chiefs of staff said.

Navy Adm. Christopher W. Grady provided the keynote address today at the National Defense Transportation Association-U.S. Transportation Command fall meeting in St. Louis, Missouri.

Sustaining Ukraine with military assistance using presidential drawdown authorities is a great example of focus on the threat, he said, describing the complexities and challenges of working with industry to meet pro duction goals for that effort. Industry, for all the right reasons, has gone to this just-in-time model. That works well in a peacetime environment, but not so well for wartime where inventory needs to be ramped up, he said.

Regarding munitions destined to support Ukraine’s defense, what’s the right balance between the size of the stockpile and the production line of munitions? Just-in-time may not work, Grady said.

Discussions about incentivizing chief executive officers in industry to meet the needs of the department for the long term are taking place at the highest levels in the department, he noted. Another issue involves finding enough of the right workers, he said. “Where do we get the people that will man the ships, that will be the

engineers on the trains, that will drive the trucks, that will fly the planes?”

Grady also touched on innovation. During World War II, about 40% of the research and development was coming out of the department. Today, it’s a fraction of that. Therefore, knowing how to leverage industry for the right innovation needed is critical, he said.

The Joint Requirements Oversight Council provides acquisition review of that, in consultation with indus try, he said.

The JROC is chaired by Grady. Other members of the council are the second highest-ranking military officers of each of the Defense Department services.

Supply chain vulnerabilities also exist, he said. “The nature of the defense industrial base has changed sig nificantly. Part of that is due to contraction of the supply chain.” For instance, there were once 26 shipyards and there are now just four, he said.

Another problem is the complexity of DOD systems. During World War II, shipyards were turning out about one Liberty ship every three days. Turning out that many destroyers today in that timeframe would be impossible due to their complexity.

There’s also the challenge of global force deployment in the face of challenges not only from Russia, but also from China, North Korea, Iran and terrorist organiza tions. Force posture must be continually reevaluated to avoid spreading forces too thin and being in the right place at the right time, he said.

Fortunately, the United States doesn’t go it alone. There’s great value in allies and partners who also bring their own innovations to the table, he said.

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There’s a number of methods available to ask your questions or voice your concerns to the Space Base Delta 1 commander.

Email: SBD1.PA.ActionLine@spaceforce.mil

App: “Questions?” feature on Peterson’s or Schriever’s AF apps Website: “Contact” tab on the Peterson SFB/Schriever SFB websites

Your submission will remain anonymous on the app or website unless you click the “Contact Me” box and include your email address.

SBD 1 LEGAL LIMITED OPS

When: Oct. 21, 26 and 28 from 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Where: Peterson Legal Office

Details: The SBD 1 Legal Office will have limited ops as we work some relocation of office furniture for construction at our Schriever Office. Notary and Power of Attorneys will be available during the times above, but all other services will be limited until we return at 1 p.m. each day.

BLING THE BRA 5K WALK/RUN

This Breast Cancer Awareness month, Peterson Health Promotion is collaborating with 21 MDG Radiology and CHPS for the 2nd Annual Bling the Bra 5k Walk/Run.

Participants are encouraged to decorate (bling) out a bra (tastefully) and either wear it (must wear a T-shirt underneath) during the 5k Walk/ Run or display it at the event. Voting for the best decorated bra will take place immediately after the race with prizes going to the Top 3. Additional Information: Call 719-556-6674 to register now!

When: Oct. 21 at 3:30 p.m.

Where: Behind the Fitness Center

Who: Anyone with base access

Why: This event is being held not only to bring awareness and increase resiliency but to also provide a fun way to support anyone who has been affected by breast cancer.

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Primary/Initial Series — Pfizer-BioNTech

• Available Fridays

• Ages 12 and older

• You must schedule an appt for your all doses.

• Your second dose should occur 21 days after your first dose. However, if necessary the second dose can occur 4 days early or up to 14 days after the 21-day recommendation.

Primary/Initial Series — Moderna

• Available Thursdays

• Ages 18 and up can receive the Moderna vaccine

• Your second dose should occur 28 days after your first dose. If necessary the second dose can occur 4 days early or up to 14 days after the 21-day recommendation.

Booster/Additional Dose

Pfizer-BioNTech Booster vaccines are available on Fridays for ages 12 and older

Moderna booster is available for all beneficiaries ages 18 years and older on Thursdays

Boosters are available if you meet the following criteria: Completed a primary/initial series

It has been at least 5 months after completing Moderna/ Pfizer series OR at least 2 months after receiving Janssen

Individuals may select which booster they would like by scheduling on the day that they are being offered.

Individuals may mix and match types after completing initial series. No boosters are available for dependents under the age of 18 at this time. Second boosters are available for beneficiaries 50 and older or members who are moderately/severely immunocompromised with a script from their PCM.

ADULT COVID-19 VACCINE APPOINTMENTS

Where: Immunizations, Peterson SFB Main Clinic: 559 Vincent St, Peterson SFB, CO 80914

Details: Visit https://informatics-stage.health.mil/ COVAX/to make an appointment.

PEDIATRIC COVID-19 VACCINE APPOINTMENTS

Who: Children ages 5-11 can receive the PfizerBioNTech vaccine as long as legal guardian is present

What: 21 MDG is now providing pediatric Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines. Just like in adults, 2 doses given 3 weeks apart are required for a child to be fully vaccinated.

Where: Immunizations, Peterson SFB Main Clinic: 559 Vincent St, Peterson SFB, CO 80914

Details: Visit https://informatics-stage.health.mil/ COVAX/ to make an appointment.

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