VOL.54 NO. 14 APRIL 16, 2015
SERVING NAVAL AIR STATION OCEANA, DAM NECK ANNEX, AND NALF FENTRESS
Bishop visits Oceana during Holy Week
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BY MC3 KAYLA KING NAS Oceana Public Affairs Bishop Robert Coyle, the auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese for Military Services (AMS), visited NAS Oceana April 2 during Holy Week. During his time on base, Coyle met with Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Louis Schager and Father Joseph Tran, a Roman Catholic priest for Oceana, to celebrate Holy Week at Oceana’s Chapel of the Good Shepherd. Coyle was commissioned in the U.S. Navy in 1988 and served 24 and 1/2 years on active and reserve duty before his retirement from the Naval Reserve in 2013. He continues to minister to Sailors around the world as a auxiliary bishop of the AMS. “Tonight is very special. We gather at the Lord’s table and recall what the Lord instituted tonight … the Holy Ghost and the Passover meal that he shared with his family,” said Coyle. During his visit, Coyle conducted the ritual washing of the feet during Mass. In the Roman Catholic Church, the ritual celebrates in a special way the Last Supper of Jesus, before which he washed the feet of his 12 apostles. “He seems to come here twice a year to come to teach and read the Passover to active Sailors, Marines, Air Force. He comes out to visit to maintain the presence of the church,” said Tran. AMS is the only Catholic jurisdiction responsible for endorsing and granting faculties for priests to serve as chaplains in the U.S. military. Tran said the bishop’s visit and
— See Bishop, Page 3
CPO CELEBRATES 122ND BIRTHDAY —Page 6
Photo by MC2 Justin Wolpert The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) departs Naval Station Norfolk for a scheduled deployment March 11. The deployment is part of a regular rotation of forces to support maritime security operations, provide crisis response capability, and increase theater security cooperation and forward naval presence in the 5th and 6th Fleet areas of operation.
THEODORE ROOSEVELT CARRIER STRIKE GROUP ENTERS U.S. 5TH FLEET
OCEANA SOY RECEIVES INCENTIVE RIDE
BY MC2 CHRIS BROWN, USS Theodore Roosevelt Public Affairs
SENSORY FRIENDLY MOVIE
RED SEA (NNS) -- The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group (TRCSG) arrived in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations (AOO) following a routine transit of the Suez Canal, April 6. While in the U.S. 5th Fleet AOO, TRCSG will provide a range of flexible and adaptable capabilities in order to conduct theater security cooperation efforts, maritime security operations and provide crisis response. Commanded by Rear Adm. Andrew Lewis, TRCSG is composed of the flagship aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), Carrier Strike Group 12, Carrier Air Wing 1, Destroyer
Squadron 2 staff, the guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) and the guided-missile destroyers USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81), USS Farragut (DDG 90) and USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98). “The mission of the carrier strike group includes all maritime missions, from maritime security operations, strike warfare, anti-submarine warfare and surface warfare,” said Lewis. “These capabilities provided by the carrier, its air wing, the cruiser and destroyers within the strike group ensure the United States has the ability to support regional and coalition partners to meet operational requirements.”
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NAS Oceana’s Aerotheater is showing Disney’s Cinderella for EFMP families April 25 at 9:30 a.m., doors open at 9 a.m. Enjoy this movie in a safe and understanding environment. Lights and volume will be low. Dancing, walking, shouting, and singing is accepted. Cost is $3 per person.
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BASE BRIEFS OCEANA AUTO TENT SALE There will be an auto tent sale at the NAS Oceana main gate park April 18, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and April 19, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.This event will happen rain or shine.
SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS AND PREVENTION MONTH • Oceana’s 3rd annual Denim Day Walk will take place April 28, 7 a.m. to noon starting at the Oceana Officer’s Club. For more information, or to pre-register as an individual or a group, contact Le’Jeané Ellis, a civilian SAPR victim advocate, at 433-2912 or by e-mail at lejeane.ellis@navy.mil or HM2 Patricia Baker at patricia.h.baker6.@navy.mil. • Sex Signals Improv Show will be April 29, 9 - 10:30 a.m. at the Dam Neck theater and 1 - 2:30 p.m at the Oceana Aerotheater.
PAY IT FORWARD - FOR KIDS
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Pay It Forward For Kids is a way for service members to help each other by passing on new or gently used items for babies and children to service members in need.
Donations are being accepted at Oceana’s Navy College Office and will continue to be accepted until enough items have been collected to make the shopping event great. Donation hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday, 9 - 11 a.m. at Oceana’s Navy College Office. For more information, call IS2 Marlow Raez or BMSN Brittany Velez at 433-3927 during donation hours.
intensifying to hurricane strength, threatening the Caribbean Islands, East Coast and Gulf Coast regions. All Navy commands with personnel in these regions will participate, to include reviewing and exercising heavy weather instructions and procedures and accounting for Sailors, Department of the Navy civilians, and Navy families in the affected regions through the Navy Family Accountability and Assesment Systems (NFASS).
MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT RETREAT A marriage enrichment retreat will be held May 1 - 3 at the Crowne Plaza Hampton Marina. All expenses will be paid. For more information, or to register, call 329-5241 or e-mail laura.quintero@va.gov.
NAVY BASES PREPARE FOR HURRICANE SEASON U.S. Fleet Forces Command and Commander, Navy Installations Command are conducting the preparedness exercise Hurricane Exercise/Citadel Gale 2015 (HURREX/CG 15) April 20 - May 1. HURREX/CG 15 will involve two simulated storm systems developing and
AEV PROGRAM The Advanced Education Voucher (AEV) program offers advanced education opportunities and provides financial assistance to senior enlisted personnel, E-7 through E-9, to complete post-secondary, Navy-relevant degrees in designated areas of study through off-duty education. Naval Education and Training Command is now accepting AEV program applications. Deadline for submission is May 22. For more information about the program, visit www.nko.navy.mil, click the “Learning” tab and go to the quick link for “AEV” on the left side of the page.
New Navy eyeglass frame announced BY JULIUS L. EVANS Naval Medical Logistics Command Public Affairs YORKTOWN, Va. (NNS) — A new option for bifocal and trifocal wearers is now available for active-duty personnel and Department of Defense (DoD) retirees, effective March 2015. The addition, known as the ‘5A-M,’ was added to ensure there
would be room to accommodate bifocal and trifocal prescriptions. It can be ordered through any DoD optometry or ophthalmology clinic through the Spectacle Request Transmission System. “The black standard issue frame that was introduced in January 2012 was very well received, but did not provide enough depth or vertical room to incorporate bifo-
cal and trifocal lenses,” said Capt. Paul Andre, Naval Ophthalmic Support and Training Activity’s (NOSTRA) commanding officer. “Therefore, a new option was reviewed and approved by the Military Health System’s Optical Fabrication Enterprise (OFE) and coordinated by NOSTRA in order to meet the need.” The 5A-M is only for bifocals and trifocals and not a single-
CHAPEL SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Oceana Protestant Bible Study - Sun. 9 a.m. Protestant Worship (main chapel) - Sun., 10:40 a.m. Children’s Bible Study - Sun., 10:40 a.m. Confession & priest’s hours - Wed. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Catholic Mass - Sun.,9 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. & Wed. 11:30 a.m. Protestant Bible Study - Wed. 6 p.m.
Read the Chaplain’s Corner on page 5
Chapel by the Sea, Dam Neck - 492-6602 Contemporary Protestant Worship - Sun., 9 a.m. Adult & Children’s Bible Study - Sun., 10:30 a.m. Confession - Sat., 4:15 - 4:45 p.m. Catholic Mass - Sat., 5 p.m. Interfaith Coffee House - Wed., 6 p.m.
Naval Station Norfolk Jewish Services - Fri. - 7:30 p.m., Naval Station Norfolk - 444-7361 Islamic Services - Fri. - 1:30 p.m., Masjid al Da’waj 2nd Floor (building C-7)
vision option. Fitting kits for the optometry and ophthalmology clinics are available through Electronic Catalog, more commonly known and referred to as E-CAT. “Military eyeglasses are provided to recruits, active duty military, activated reserve and National Guard, and eligible DoD retirees,” he said. “Prescription military eyewear is provided at no cost to the service member. These glasses are also at no cost to eligible DoD retirees.”
Call the Chaplains NAS Oceana at 433-2871 CVW-1 at 433-3676 CVW-7 at 433-7712 CVW-8 at 433-2337 CVW-3 at 433-2096 FRC Oceana at 433-5933
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Ships passing in the straits unite Navy families BY MC3 CORY D. SANDERS USS Carl Vinson Public Affairs USS CARL VINSON, At sea (NNS) — Sailors assigned to USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) and USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) took part in a joint command venture aimed at reuniting military family members stationed on each of these forward-deployed carriers, April 13. Carl Vinson will soon depart the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility for its homeport of San Diego after supporting operations in the region since October 2014. Theodore Roosevelt, having just entered the region, will be taking the place of the Carl Vinson. With that,
this brief reunion for some military families stationed on these forward-deployed carriers, breathes life into the old saying,“like two ships passing in the night.” Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Robyn Gonzales, assigned to the Stingers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 94, currently deployed on board Carl Vinson, and Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Alexander Gonzales, assigned to the Red Rippers of VFA-11, currently deployed on board Theodore Roosevelt, reunited for a brief moment on Theodore Roosevelt. The dual-military couple explained the challenge of being stationed at separate commands. “Being away from my husband has been the most difficult part of the deployment,” said Gonzales, apart from her husband since August 2014 when Carl Vinson departed its homeport of San Diego on its current deployment.“I was extremely excited to have the opportunity to spend a little time with him today.” While Fireman Jerry Rodriguez, stationed on Carl Vinson, is looking forward to the Vinson finishing up this deployment, his wife, Roosevelt crew member Seaman Nicole Torres Miriam, is transiting in the opposite direc-
tion just beginning the deployment aboard the Roosevelt. “For several months, communication with my wife has been hit or miss,” said Rodriguez.“We haven’t been able to communicate often, so this is a huge boost to our morale.” Although brief, these Sailors were grateful for the reunion, to have lived in the moment, and cherish the unique Navy experience of reuniting them with their spouses just outside the Straits of Hormuz. “When I first heard about this opportunity, I wasn’t sure it was real,” Rodriguez said.“I’m still excited that we got to see each other again after all this time. I’m going to cherish this moment with her forever.” “You don’t go out to sea and expect to see your husband until you get back home,” said Gonzales.“This is easily the best part of my deployment. I can’t wait to see him again, and I’m grateful we had this opportunity.” Carl Vinson is soon departing the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility after supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, maritime security operations, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, and theater security cooperation efforts in the region.
Bishop: Visit, support from AMS helps care for spiritual, emotional needs of Sailors — Continued from page 1 the support from AMS helps with the continuous care for the spiritual and emotional needs of Sailors. “His coming out marks a significance in the Holy Week and it is really special for him to come out here to open Mass and preside over the Mass,” said Logistics Specialist Seaman (AW) Julian Summers, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143. The Religious Ministries Department at NAS Oceana consists of two Navy chaplains and five religious programs specialists.Along with Catholic services, Oceana also offers Protestant services. For all other religions and beliefs, the Chapel of the Good Shepherd has space available at any time to give everybody an opportunity to practice their faith and will also give guidance on other locations. “I feel like here, there is a really great sense of pride and dedication that the military has protecting our freedom and our freedom to worship and believe whatever we choose to believe in … It’s really an honor to be able to come to this church
I feel like here, there is a really great sense of pride and dedication that the military has protecting our freedom and our freedom to worship and believe whatever we choose to believe in ... ”
Bishop Robert Coyle, the auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese for Military Services (AMS), blesses the bread and wine during Mass at the NAS Oceana Chapel of the Good Shepherd April 2 during Holy Week. Bishop Robert Coyle washes the feet of LSSN (AW) Julian Summers, assigned to VFA143, during Mass. In the Roman Catholic Church, the ritual celebrates in a special way the Last Supper of Jesus, before which he washed the feet of his 12 apostles.
- LSSN (AW) Julian Summers
and worship freely as opposed to other countries where there isn’t as much religious freedom,” said Summers. “I feel like it is a great blessing to be here to worship here at this site.” For more information about command religious services, contact Oceana’s Religious Ministries Department at 4332871.
Photos by MC3 Kayla King
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NSTC launches new domain SAPR website
tion. By building that culture within our domain, the impact will be seen throughout the fleet as Sailors progress in their careers.” The design of the website was overseen by Lt. Tara Smallidge, NSTC research psychologist and SAPR officer, as a way to provide information to geographically isolated commands. BY MICHAEL F. MILLER “The big questions I get from our domain are, what do Naval Service Training Command Public Affairs I do when I receive a report of a sexual assault and where do I get training?” said Smallidge.“Sometimes individuals GREAT LAKES, Ill. (NNS) -- Naval Service Training may not have all the information they need so this webCommand (NSTC) kicked off Sexual Assault Awareness site is a good avenue to find the resources required. It and Prevention Month (SAAPM) with the launch of a spells out everything. The site will try to answer quesnew Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) tions for individuals before they go elsewhere.” website, April 1. In alignment with Department of Defense and DeWith the NSTC geographic domain extending through- partment of Navy SAPR Offices, the website will serve out the country, overseeing Recruit Training Command, as a critical component of the multi-faceted approach Officer Training Command and Naval Reserve Officers to preventing sexual assaults in the military. The site Training Corps (NROTC), which contains more than will explain reporting procedures, contain the most 160 affiliated colleges and universities, this new SAPR recent instructions and training, and provide contacts, website will provide “one-stop shop” for SAPR resourc- resources and options for victims and advocates. es. “The site is a user-friendly resource whether you are “At NSTC, we train 98 percent of the Sailors and of- a civilian, active-duty military or a midshipmen,” said ficers who enter the Navy,” said Capt. Bob Fink, NSTC Smallidge. “The website will open up a whole new deputy commander. “Establishing a culture in our Navy world of SAPR.” NSTC also oversees the Navy’s Citizenship Develthat is intolerant of sexual assault and supportive of victims begins with us. The website provides information opment program, Navy Junior Reserve Officers Trainand training to our commands in order to protect the ing Corps and Navy National Defense Cadet Corps men and women who are volunteering to serve our na- (NNDCC) citizenship development programs at more
Photo illustration by MC1 Daniel Barker A poster produced by the U.S. Navy supporting the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program Oct. 29. SAPR program training teaches Sailors effective ways they can report and prevent sexual assault incidents.
than 600 high schools worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.netc.navy. mil/nstc/SAPR2/s_assault.asp For more information about NSTC, visit www.netc. navy.mil/nstc/ or visit the NSTC Facebook pages at www.facebook.com/navalservicetraining/.
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Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez Lt. Derek Lee describes the cockpit of an F/A-18 Super Hornet to Diane Kaufman, center, the regional director of the eastern Virginia office of Senator Tim Kaine and Lauren Kosa, a legislative fellow from Senator Mark Warner’s office during a tour April 6 at VFA-106. Staff members from the offices of Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner visited Hampton Roads to gain familiarization with the local commands and educate congressional leaders on Navy operational capabilities, platforms and personnel.
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CHAPLAIN’S CORNER Spring has sprung! BY LT. CMDR. ALAN SNYDER Chaplain This is truly my favorite time of the year. I must confess that if I had one season to live in it would be spring. Baseball is here. Flowers are growing. Leaves are sprouting. It is a time of new beginnings, a time when the world seems a little fresher and cleaner. Now, that may be due to the fact that we have just passed through winter. God speaks of many new beginnings in the Bible. Fresh starts if you will. I believe that every moment is a chance to turn some part of your life around that might not be going well. We have an opportunity in this life, choices that come along every day that causes us to pick a direction to go in.We can choose to come to work or not. We can choose to pay that bill or not. We can choose to live up to our commitments or not. Life so many times is about making consistent correct choices. They are choices that can be beneficial to our short- and long-term future. The choice to save part of the paycheck and put it in to savings and investing is great. The choice to spend more than you make each month is a terribly poor choice, yet most of us
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have made that decision. Many problems stem from the choice to do what we want to do rather than choosing to do what we should do. The mark of a mature person is that they make doing what they should do what they want to do. I have rarely seen stress that has not come from a poor choice that someone has made. Most of these poor choices are made in the financial side of the household. Making the decision in this life to make what we should do what we want to do will put to rest many of the problems that we create of our own poor choices. Every day is a chance to have a new beginning. It is a chance to stop making immature choices. It is a chance to make what we should do what we want to do.
Roosevelt: Strike group conducts range of operations while in U.S. 5th Fleet AOO — Continued from page 1
TRCSG’s presence in the region is part of a longstanding commitment to stability and the free flow of commerce in the region. The strike group will conduct a wide range of operations alongside regional and coalition partners aimed at building trust and cooperation while helping set conditions for regional stability. “Maintaining a presence,
both a naval and air presence, continues the sixty plus year commitment of our nation to support security and stability in the region, which is key to a prosperous global economy,” said Capt. Daniel C. Grieco, commanding officer, USS Theodore Roosevelt. “We can accomplish this by working with our regional partners and allies in order to protect freedom of navigation.” U.S. Naval Forces Central
Command (NAVCENT) is responsible for approximately 2.5 million square miles of area including the Arabian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, North Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea. NAVCENT’s mission is to conduct maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts, and strengthen partner nation’s maritime capabilities in order to promote security and stability in the U.S. 5th Fleet AOO.
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Hampton Roads chiefs celebrate CPO birthday STORY/PHOTO BY MC3 MICHAEL J. LIEBERKNECHT, Navy Public Affairs Support Element, East HAMPTON, Va. (NNS) — Chief Petty Officers (CPO) from the Hampton Roads area met at the Hampton Roads Convention Center to celebrate Navy chief heritage at a luncheon for the 122nd chief birthday April 1. More than 75 chief’s messes were represented at the luncheon with more than 700 current and former CPOs in attendance to celebrate and hear from guest speaker Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens and guest of honor Ima Black, widow of the first MCPON Delbert Black. On the surface the event seemed like an annual meeting between CPOs. However, once inside the doors of the ballroom, one could find themselves privy to the strong heritage of Navy chiefs. Blue and gold lights lined the walls of the room as chiefs greeted each other and made their way to their respective seats for the celebration. Mannequins sporting chief uniforms from different eras stood in the front of the room testifying to the long-standing legacy and progression of the rank throughout time. This was as much a celebration for each chief’s individual career accomplishments as it was for the entire mess. Chiefs are often called the backbone of the Navy. Having so many CPOs gathered in one room, MCPON Stevens made an astute observation. “If they wanted to shut the Navy down, all they’d have to do is lock those doors,” said Stevens. The event included raffle drawings, door prizes, recognition and awards, a group photo and a live coin auction, but the chiefs’ pride and respect could be seen throughout the crowd. Before the group photo, a remembrance for prisoners of war (POW) and other military members missing in action (MIA) was held. Every chief in the room joined together to pay tribute to POWs and MIAs and bear witness to their continued absence. After the remembrance, focus was placed on a giant gold anchor sitting near the stage. The CPO birthday celebration had started a week prior on March 27,
and just before food was served at the luncheon, Explosive Ordinance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 2 was announced as the winners of the 2015 Goat Locker Challenge which took place earlier in the week. Representatives from EODMU-2 carried their large trophy back into the crowd with them. After lunch, MCPON Stevens took the floor and spoke to all chiefs in attendance. “About two months ago I wrote a letter that I sent to all of you,” said Stevens. “In this letter, I said ‘What is the definition of a CPO?’ and then I asked you to think about it. In this letter, I wrote a simple definition for consideration and it says ‘A CPO is, or should be, a quiet, humble, servant leader.’” Stevens went on to break down his advice further, explaining that he believes actions speak louder than words. “It’s far more about what we do, than what we say,” said Stevens. “It’s about rolling up your sleeves and getting after it. To be humble means not that you think less of yourself, but that you think more of other people.To be a servant we follow our leaders and we serve those under our charge.” During his speech, Stevens re-emphasized the guiding principles that CPOs should continue to strive for. “The more senior you become, the more people you serve,” said Stevens. “As leaders, we establish and maintain the conditions that provide all of our people with the opportunity to be successful, and we do it with dignity and respect for one another. As we lead our Sailors, we must always recognize that we cannot get better without our people.” Stevens also went to address current changes in the Navy. “I understand change can be hard,” said Stevens. “Without progress we lose the advantage. We are expected to lead when change is hard. Our nation’s defense depends on you. Since 9/11, this generation has only known long deployments and wars, and I thank you and your families for your dedication to our Navy.” Stevens wrapped up his speech by congratulating the mass of chiefs. “Nobody in the world does it better than you,” said Stevens. “CPOs, thank you and happy birthday!” Ima Black then took the stage to share
MCPON Mike Stevens cuts the cake with Ima Black, widow of first MCPON Delbert Black, and the youngest and oldest chief petty officers, OSC Shannon Smith and ITCM James Leuci, during the CPO birthday luncheon held at the Hampton Roads Convention Center April 1. The event coincides with the 122nd CPO birthday celebration in the Hampton Roads area and lasts from March 26 to April 1.
As leaders, we establish and maintain the conditions that provide all of our people with the opportunity to be successful, and we do it with dignity and respect for one another. As we lead our Sailors, we must always recognize that we cannot get better without our people.” — MCPON Mike Stevens
some memories with the room. Ima met her late husband, MCPON Delbert Black, after World War II, during which she served in the Navy under the Women Accepted for Voluntary Emergency Service (WAVES) program and rose to the rank of first class petty officer. Recently at a ceremony at the Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C., Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus and
MCPON Stevens announced that a new ship, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) would honor the legendary master chief, who died in 2000. “Did you know I was living in Norfolk before most of you were even born?” said Black.“I remember going to the Old Boy’s Tailor shop just outside the naval base and having to convince the tailor to sew a third star on my husband’s uniform. They kept saying ‘But there is no such rate,’” recalled Black. Black finished her time on stage with the crowd of chiefs giving her a standing ovation. “Yes, Norfolk, I remember you,” said Black.“I remember the sweet, and the bad. Thank you,” said Black. The ceremony continued with a cake cutting performed by MCPON Stevens, Master Chief Information Systems Technician James Leuci who obtained the rank of CPO in 1988 and Chief Operations Specialist Shannon Smith who became a chief in 2004. The CPO birthday celebration began on March 27 with the 5k Anchor Run, and continued with community relations, a golf fundraiser and the Goat Locker Challenge, before coming to a close at the luncheon. These events represented the values of unity, pride, professionalism, honoring the past, and giving back to Sailors and the community.
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FFSC, NEX and commissary host ladies’ night out STORY/PHOTO BY MC3 TIMOTHY DAUGHTON NAS Oceana Public Affairs Naval Air Station Oceana’s Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC), Navy Exchange and Commissary hosted “Spring Into a New You Ladies’ Night Out” March 26 at Wadsworth Military Housing Center in Virginia Beach. To kick off the event, the attendees were given 45 minutes for a meet and greet with tables offering information on employment resources, skin care advice and light refreshments provided by the commissary. Kathy Muhlenberg, FFSC’s domestic abuse victim advocate, took part in the event as a guest speaker where she debunked myths about proper skin care as
well as natural ways to do a facial on a budget. As a licensed esthetician, also known as a skin care specialist, she is trained on skin care treatments to the face and body to improve an individual’s appearance. When the event was over, Muhlenberg stayed to answer any questions the attendees had and provided contact information for future inquiries. “It feels really good to be able to give back since I am a Navy spouse myself. I know a lot of the military spouses have limited budgets, and I hope I was able to give them information they can use for themselves,” said Muhlenberg. With clothing provided by the Navy Exchange, models participated in a fashion show during breaks from the guest speakers. Categories for the fashion show
included active wear, casual and career dress wear. The models were fitted from head to toe, including accessories such as glasses and earrings. During the casual part of the fashion show, Misty Harn and her daughter Jensyn stole the show wearing matching outfits. “This was really out of my comfort zone, but I am glad I did it because I do not get to do many mother-daughter things like this and that was fun for us,” said Harn. Gifts were given to all in attendance and upon completion of the fashion show all guest speakers were available for additional questions. “This was great to be able to see my daughter, who doesn’t have many friends out here, get a night to have some fun with other ladies that have something in common with her as Navy spouses,” said Michelle Sanders, a mother of a Navy spouse. For more information on up- Navy spouse Misty Harn and her daughter Jensyn model during the cacoming events, visit the NAS sual attire portion of the “Spring Into a New You Ladies’ Night Out” event Oceans Facebook page. March 26 at the Wadsworth Military Housing Center in Virginia Beach.
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OCEANA’S SOY RECEIVES INCENTIVE RIDE IN SUPER HORNET STORY/PHOTOS BY MC3 KAYLA KING NAS Oceana Public Affairs Earning NAS Oceana Senior Sailor of the Year (SOY) 2014, Aviation Boatswain’s Mate – Equipment (ABE) 1st Class (SW/ AW) Edward White got the opportunity of a lifetime April 1 when he took off from Oceana’s flightline in an F/A-18F Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106. As a result of his hard work and dedication,White, quality assurance leading petty officer at Air Operations Department, was announced the NAS Oceana SOY Nov. 14 during a ceremony at the Oceana Hornet’s Nest Galley. “I was blown away because we didn’t know. Oceana keeps their results a surprise. I didn’t expect to win. I was going up against some really good, hard-charging first classes. It was a stiff competition, and when I won it kind of took me aback,” said White.
His wife and three kids were unable to attend the luncheon, but White said they were very proud of him. “My wife is … prior Navy and she knows how the whole “she-bash” is and how everything works. I’m not going to say that she was jealous … she had won her awards, but the plaque I got was larger than hers,” he joked. A native from Round Rock, Texas, White joined the Navy right out of high school in May 2001 and started his career aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) and then went on to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23, Naval Provisional Detainee Battalion (NPDB) 4 and USS George W. Bush (CVN 77). He earned three Navy Commendation Medals and an Army Commendation Medal along the way. White reported to NAS Oceana in April 2013 and was quickly noticed by his superiors. White’s rate consists of aircraft launch and recovery, and he maintains catapults and arresting gear. At Oceana, White maintains and operates the E-28
NAS Oceana Senior Sailor of the Year (SOY) 2014, ABE1 (SW/AW) Edward White (l) and Oceana Staff Integrator Cmdr. Shaun Bellemare (r) pose for a photo after getting dressed in flight gear April 1. White got the opportunity of a lifetime when he took off from Oceana’s flightline in an F/A-18F Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106.
NAS Oceana Senior Sailor of the Year (SOY) 2014, ABE1 (SW/AW) Edward White and Oceana Staff Integrator Cmdr. Shaun Bellemare wave before taking off for White’s incentive flight April 1.
emergency runway arresting gear. “We keep the lifesaving equipment operating,” he explained. White is currently attending Embry Riddle Aeronautical University working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in professional aeronautics. White was a Senior Sailor of the Quarter in 2014 and was then put into the running for SOY. After winning, he was sent to Recruit Training Command Great Lakes, Ill. with NAS Oceana Command Master Chief (SW/AW/EXW) Eric Clark to compete for Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic SOY. “It was really cool. I got to hang out with recruits at the new RTC, which was crazy. Everything has changed. I didn’t recognize anything.The only thing that looked familiar was the tunnel … the one you sing ‘Anchors Aweigh’ under,”said White. For earning SOY, White earned an incentive ride with Oceana Staff Integrator Cmdr. Shaun Bellemare, who was selected to be the pilot for the flight. “I put my name in the pool to fly. It was ultimately up to VFA-106 schedule department to determine which instructor gets to fly,” said Bellemare. “It was an absolute pleasure to be a part of this incentive flight program that VFA-106 has. It’s a real honor in my eyes to fly with a Senior Sailor of the Year and well deserving of certainly a backseat ride in a Super Hornet. It’s not every day we get to take anybody flying that’s not qualified to fly, so this sort of privilege and honor was awesome to be a part of.” After going through safety details before his flight with Bellemare, White said
that he was happy to be able to fly and he knew that a lot of people do not get the opportunity to have the experience.“It really makes me think back to all the stuff it took to get here.” “Breaking the sound barrier was cool,” White explained after the flight. “That was fast. It really, really throws you back in your seat if you’re not careful. We were pulling 7.2 Gs. I think the Gs had to be the best part.” “Flying with him was awesome,” said Bellemare,“It was a lot of fun. He was extremely motivated … very respectful and polite … but more pumped up to go flying. He was super stoked and super excited. I couldn’t be happier or more honored to be a part of the incentive flight with Mr. White. It was awesome. ABE1 did a great job.” White credits his division of 78 personnel for his success.“The guys are what got me to look as good as I did.We passed two certifications.That was a big deal.” White’s suggestion for Sailors looking to excel in their work place is to work hard, have goals, write them down and attain them. “What I mean by that is write goals that are attainable. If doing two college courses is an attainable goal for you, write that down and do it. Set your mind to something and just get it done. You really don’t have to work hard or anything … all you’re doing is what you’re supposed to be doing in the first place.” White plans on staying in the Navy and striving to make chief. “I’ll be in the Navy until they make me leave,” he said. White is scheduled to join USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in June.
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FRCMA OCEANA CSADD HOSTS TALENT COMPETITION BY AT3 JESSICA BRYANT FRCMA Oceana
special guest judge Fleet Master Chief April Beldo from Manpower, Personnel, Training and Education. The show began with a presentation of the national anthem by the Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Gerald R. Ford choir. Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate Qunita Triplett, CSADD supervisor, gave opening remarks and introduced the host of the event, Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class (AW/ SW) Ira Schwartz. While contestants followed the scheduled program, there were some spontaneous performance from the judges. Following an intermission, Schager was urged to share a talent and ended up on stage singing “Sweet Caroline,” with help from the crowd. When the crowd couldn’t get enough, Clemmons was called to the stage with a cardboard platform to per-
form his breakdance moves. The crowd also received an unplanned performance by Schwartz, who sang and lip-synced “Shake It Off” by Taylor Swift, who is his favorite musical artist. At the end of the program, the scores from the judges were added up to choose the 3rd place winner, the runner-up, and the champion. The third place winner was Marie La’Pearl, who sang “At Last” by Etta James. Marie supports military troops as a member of Bombers and Betties, a nonprofit organization that sends care packages to troops overseas. Second place went to Aviation Maintenance Administrationman Airman Daniel Ruiz, who performed a hip hop dance routine. The “Oceana’s Got Talent” champion was Natalie Moreland, who sang “Rolling in the Deep” by Adele. Natalie is the 15-year-old daughter of a chief stationed at Oceana.The night came to a close with positive words of encouragement from Beldo and a performance by the PCU choir singing “Eternal Father.” “Being able to showcase my passion for dance at the CSADD talent show was amazing,” said runner-up Daniel Ruiz in an e-mail. “It can be nerve wreck-
“Oceana’s Got Talent,” presented by the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) chapter at FRCMA Oceana, showcased the unique talents our base and community have March 26 at the Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana Aerotheater. “Oceana’s Got Talent” invited Sailors and their families to the base theater for a night of entertainment. The competition, which was open to the community, showcased many unique talents. There were a total of 17 performances that ranged from singing to dancing, and spoken word to a special drill routine. The show even had a bagpipe player. “Oceana’s Got Talent” followed the standard format of most television talent shows. The judges critiqued each contestant at the end of their routine and marked their score sheets accordingly. Prizes were trophies and cash rewards, which could be exchanged for liberty passes by Sailors. “Oceana’s Got Talent” judges were NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Louis Schager, FRCMA Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Joseph Rodriguez, NAS Oceana Executive Officer Capt. Richard Meadows, FRCMA Oceana Maintenance Officer Cmdr. ADAR Christian Nash sings “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz during Francini Clemmons and the talent competition
ing to perform something so personal in front of an audience and judges. For that, I give all those who participated in the talent show much props and I am proud of CSADD for putting in so much work for a very well done show. Can’t wait for next year!” “I would just like to thank not only FRCMA and the chain of command for supporting us, but all the Sailors who make these events possible. Without the Sailors, there would be no purpose for CSADD,” said CSADD President Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Hayden Shrewsbury. CSADD is a peer-to-peer mentorship program mainly composed of young Sailors to fulfill one goal:“shipmates helping shipmates.” The program allows young Sailors to develop leadership skills while interacting with the community and their shipmates. CSADD members brainstorm ideas to give Sailors a safe alternative to relieve stress accumulated from their everyday routine. These efforts are directed at reducing the possibilities of Sailors making destructive decisions. CSADD also opens their invitations to military families in hopes to generate support from
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chapter, meetings are held at 11 a.m. every Wednesday in the 600 Division production control training room.
Photos by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez MM1 Corey Roy performs a variety of songs on the bagpipes for the audience and judges during a talent competition hosted by FRCMA Oceana’s CSADD chapter at the NAS Oceana Aerotheater March 26.
Cmdr. Francini Clemmons, busts a move after the audience coaxed him to get on stage and show off his talent during a talent competition hosted by FRCMA’s CSADD chapter. Clemmons, the FRCMA Oceana maintenance officer, served as a judge for the competition.
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FITNESS SPRING FEVER 5K MWR is hosting a free Spring Fever 5K April 23, 11:30 a.m. starting at the Flightline Fitness Center, building 545. Pre-registration ends at 4 p.m. April 21. Same day registration begins at 10 a.m. For more information, call 433-3928.
cific route details and hero marker locations may be viewed at www.varunforthefallen.org. For more information, or to assist in honoring fallen service members at this event, contact Oceana’s Navy Gold Star Coordinator at 4926342.
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The 3rd Annual Virginia Run for the Fallen will begin at JEB Fort Story April 30 to honor men and women who have died in service to our country. A team of 25 runners, active duty and veterans, from bases throughout Virginia will embark on a 245-plus-mile journey from For Story to Arlington National Cemetary. The kickoff ceremony begins at 6:30 a.m. at the Fort Story’s Lighthouse. The event will culminate in a ceremony in section 60, Arlington National Cemetary at 1:30 p.m. May 3. Spe-
MWR is holding swim lessons at the Aeropalms Water Park, building 582. Registration will be held April 25 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Flightline Fitness Center. Military members and family $35 and DoD $40. Parent and child classes are available to children ages six months to four years. A parent is required to be in the pool with the child. Levels one to five are available to children who have reached their fifth birthday on or before the start of classes. For more information, call 433-2049.
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*HOW TO QUALIFY: 1.BE IN CURRENT ACTIVE DUTY STATUS IN THE U.S. MILITARY (NAVY, ARMY, AIR FORCE, MARINES, NATIONAL GUARD, COAST GUARD AND ACTIVE RESERVE) OR A U.S. MILITARY INACTIVE RESERVE (I.E., READY RESERVE) THAT IS PART OF THE INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE, SELECTED RESERVE AND INACTIVE NATIONAL GUARD. RETIRED MILITARY PERSONNEL ARE NOT ELIGIBLE EXCEPT FOR RETIREES OR VETERANS HONORABLY DISCHARGED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF SERVICE AND HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS OF ELIGIBLE QUALIFYING MILITARY PERSONNEL. 2.PROVIDE VERIFIABLE PROOF OF MILITARY STATUS OR ACTIVE SERVICE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE: LEAVE AND EARNING STATEMENT OR MILITARY IDENTIFICATION CARD. 3.RECEIVE A SALARY SUFFICIENT TO COVER ORDINARY LIVING EXPENSES AND PAYMENTS FOR YOUR TOYOTA. 4.RECEIVE CREDIT APPROVAL THROUGH A TOYOTA DEALER AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. INCENTIVE OFFERED BY TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC. ON LEASE CONTRACTS INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE AMOUNT DUE AT LEASE SIGNING OR TOWARD THE CAPITALIZED COST REDUCTION. ON FINANCE CONTRACTS, INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE OR LEASE TRANSACTION. NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE TOYOTA COLLEGE GRADUATE INCENTIVE PROGRAM. FINANCE OR LEASE CONTRACT MUST BE DATED BY MAY 4, 2015 FOR INCENTIVE OFFER. THE MILITARY INCENTIVE PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR TERMINATION AT ANY TIME. OFFERS ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH A PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALERSHIP AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TERMS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS APPLY, INCLUDING A MAXIMUM TERM OF 60 MONTHS ON FINANCE CONTRACTS. PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE AT PARTICIPATING DEALERS IN MARYLAND, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, PENNSYLVANIA, AND DELAWARE; AND MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL STATES. NOT ALL APPLICANTS WILL QUALIFY. SEE PARTICIPATING DEALER FOR DETAILS. **0% APR FINANCING UP TO 48 MONTHS ON CAMRY AND 60 MONTHS ON RAV4, PRIUS LIFTBACK, V AND C AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED BUYERS THRU TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TOTAL FINANCED CANNOT EXCEED MSRP PLUS OPTIONS, TAX AND LICENSE FEES. 48 MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF $20.83 FOR EACH $1000 BORROWED ON CAMRY AND $16.67 FOR EACH $1000 BORROWED ON RAV4, PRIUS LIFTBACK, V AND C. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. ***FINANCE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA IN ADDITION TO SPECIAL APR FINANCING IF VEHICLE IS PURCHASED AND FINANCED THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. INCENTIVE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE TRANSACTION. FINANCE INCENTIVE IS AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. †ALL LEASE OFFERS: CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR EXCESSIVE WEAR AND EXCESS MILEAGE CHARGES OF $.15 PER MILE IN EXCESS OF 36,000 MILES. YOUR PAYMENT MAY VARY BASED ON DEALER PARTICIPATION AND FINAL NEGOTIATED PRICE. DOES NOT INCLUDE $350 DISPOSITION FEE DUE AT LEASE END. OFFER AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. LEASE A CAMRY LE FOR $179 PER MONTH FOR 36 MONTHS WITH $1999 DUE AT SIGNING. DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $1820 DOWN (AFTER APPLICATION OF $750 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES). FIRST $179 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2015 CAMRY LE 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 2532, MSRP $23,795. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. LEASE A COROLLA LE FOR $159 PER MONTH FOR 36 MONTHS WITH $2399 DUE AT SIGNING. DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $2240 DOWN. FIRST $159 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2015 COROLLA LE 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 1852, MSRP $19,340. ††CUSTOMERS CAN RECEIVE $750 CASH BACK COROLLA AND RAV4, $1000 CASH BACK ON SIENNA OR CAN APPLY CASH BACK TO DOWN PAYMENT. †††TOYOTACARE COVERS NORMAL FACTORY SCHEDULED SERVICE. PLAN IS 2 YEARS OR 25K MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. THE NEW VEHICLE CANNOT BE PART OF A RENTAL OR COMMERCIAL FLEET, OR A LIVERY/TAXI VEHICLE. SEE PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALER FOR PLAN DETAILS. VALID ONLY IN THE CONTINENTAL U.S. AND ALASKA. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE DOES NOT INCLUDE PARTS AND FLUIDS. PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID COMES WITH AN EXTRA YEAR OF ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE, FOR A TOTAL OF THREE (3) YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. OFFERS DO NOT INCLUDE DEALER FEES. LEASE, APR AND CASH BACK OFFERS MAY NOT BE COMBINED. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. OFFERS END 5/4/15.