Recruiter Online>336th Recruiting Squadron hosts influencer orientation tour at Moody Air Force Base
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Nine influencers from throughout the 336th Recruiting Squadron’s 75,000 square-mile zone were introduced to Air Force Special Operations a well as science, technology, engineering, and math, career fields here April 23-24. (U.S. Air Force photo)
Nine influencers from throughout the 336th Recruiting Squadron’s 75,000 square-mile zone were introduced to Air Force Special Operations a well as science, technology, engineering, and math, career fields here April 23-24. (U.S. Air Force photo)
Nine influencers from throughout the 336th Recruiting Squadron’s 75,000 square-mile zone were introduced to Air Force Special Operations a well as science, technology, engineering, and math, career fields here April 23-24. (U.S. Air Force photo)
Nine influencers from throughout the 336th Recruiting Squadron’s 75,000 square-mile zone were introduced to Air Force Special Operations a well as science, technology, engineering, and math, career fields here April 23-24. (U.S. Air Force photo)
by Tech. Sgt. Brad Barth
336th Recruiting Squadron
5/4/2012 - MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Nine influencers from throughout the 336th Recruiting Squadron's 75,000 square-mile zone were introduced to Air Force Special Operations a well as science, technology, engineering, and math, career fields here April 23-24.
The educational leaders, media personalities, and gym owners from three states toured Moody AFB to learn more about the Air Force's focus on special operations and STEM and how these disciplines fit into the Air Force mission. Inspiring excellence in STEM is an enduring requirement for the Air Force as all Air Force missions require Airmen to be innovative and have technical acumen. The tour participants received a series of briefings and had hands-on interaction with various units and personnel assigned to the base.
"This tour is possible solely due to the support of the leadership and personnel of Moody AFB," said Tech. Sgt. Brad Barth, 336th RCS marketing non-commissioned officer. "Without their support, there is no way we could put a personal touch on the current focus of Air Force recruiting."
Throughout the orientation, the influencers were able to interact with the base's training equipment. The influencers had a comprehensive look into the 820nd Base Defense Group by touring their Military Operations in Urban Terrain village training area, firearms simulator and High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle Egress Assistance Trainer. After witnessing potential special operations Airmen complete a grueling physical abilities and stamina test, the influencers toured the 38th Rescue Squadron which allowed them to understand the need for these highly trained Airmen. Throughout the tour, Airmen assigned to each unit were close by to answer any questions and provide valuable insight.
"As we all seemed to concur, the personnel with whom we came into contact represented a very high level of professionalism, knowledge, and enthusiasm and gave us a very clear picture of the excellence that one can expect from the United States Air Force." said Dr. Charles Backes, Valdosta State University Adult and Career Education professor.
At the conclusion of the orientation, all influencers agreed the tour had opened their eyes to the importance of Special Operations Airmen and STEM disciplines in the Air Force. They also pledged their support to assist their local recruiters' efforts in the future.
"I used to view the military as just a good option for high school graduates, but now I see why I must encourage our best and brightest students to consider the Air Force as an option," said Raymond James, Math instructor in the Engineering and Math Institute of Technology at Forest High School in Ocala, Fla.
