Subjects. Before the ceremony, all nominees were presented with a special medallion by Col. Rockie K Wilson, 37th TRW commander, and Chief Master Sgt. The Wing operates schools at nine locations throughout the United States with most of its training conducted at Lackland. 18. Defense Superior Service Medal Maj. Gen. Edmondson entered the Air Force in 1993 as a graduate of the Air Force ROTC program at the University of Florida. 2013 Air War College (in correspondence) You are less than one percent of the population that is willing to raise their right hand, dawn the fabric of your nation and serve this great country, she said to the graduating class and family members in attendance. The training support squadron manages all aspects of an IAAFA international military students participation from arrival to departure. Lieutenant Colonel December 1, 2013 Military Working Dog Puppy Foster Program, Center for Teaching & Learning Excellence (CTLE), Defense Language Institute English Language Center, 637th International Support Squadron - Operations, Defense Language Institute English Language Center (DLIELC), Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. 37th Training Wing Public Affairs. July 2012 June 2014, Commander, 743 Intelligence Support Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas <> , with its approximately 1,600 personnel from all four military services, provides professional and technical training to more than 36,000 military members and civilians from the armed forces, federal agencies, and the international community. April 2003 September 2003, Wing Protocol Officer, 14th Flying Training Wing, Columbus AFB, Mo. Key dates. p):}(OrF>ZZB #w? 5725 RM 110A, Across from Arnold Hall Hours: Open until 7:00PM Today Family Portraits Today! Joint Meritorious Unit Award JFIF H H Adobe d "Every year, thousands of civilians enter through our gates. After several years as a Transport Command station, it returned to its . <>/Pattern<>/XObject<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 720 540] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Volunteers from the 433rd Airlift Wing at JBSA-Lackland are rounding out the team, serving in the . of the Air Force, CMSAF retired, salute during a basic military training graduation, May 17, 2019, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Before the ceremony, all nominees were presented with a special medallion by Col. Rockie K Wilson, 37th TRW commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Colonel June 1, 2019, An official website of the United States government, Col. Lauren A. Courchaine is the Commander of the 37th Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. 22. 3 0 obj Operations: The 737th Training Support Squadron is responsible for all BMT support functions to include receiving and shipping, emergency medical support, processing, Military Training Instructor School, information technology, and houses those in a holdover status. Exif MM * 2 :( B ` ` l Air Force Basic TrainingChain of Command, Commander, Air Education & Training Command, Command Chief Master Sergeant, 37th Training Wing (TRW), Deputy Commander, 737th Training Wing (TRW), Superintendent, 737th Training Wing (TRW). February 2019 May 2020, Director of the Special Project and Innovation Division, Directorate for Global Operations, Joint Staff, Washington, D.C. as a Colonel, MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS endstream var zergnet = document.createElement('script'); team up to teach 37 technical courses, in Spanish and in English, to students from more than 22 countries every year. On Thursdays (with the exceptionof 3 non-accession weeks), an average of 650 Airmen graduate and continue on to technical training. The general and command Chief visited several locations throughout the 37th TRW during their immersion tour. Superintendent, 737th Training Wing (TRW) Squadron Commander Operations Officer Training Superintendent First Sergeant Section Supervisor Instructor Team Dorm Chief Current Air Force Chain of Command The President of the United States at the top of the chain is the easiest one to remember. 2010 Air Command and Staff College (in correspondence) [Hr7S:^&,"K8';4^]3`8 ;fx"E0nE v}f)DQ/e@8*o$],I?`>N+G9((JDxaM=]K#P}P ( '^v8 'T"L!&UpW=pqsH V^@8Lbd`_7J.2iq^-Jr0 rDNnd=BKYME6C"s+',0pH>U.q06hu$. 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These four missions include basic military training of all enlisted recruits entering the Air Force, Space Force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard; technical training encompassing hundreds of courses for a wide array of career fields and functions; English language training for international military personnel attending the Defense Language Institute; and specialized training as well as officer and enlisted professional military education conducted in Spanish by active-duty Airmen for Latin American students attending the Inter-American Air Forces Academy. Senior Enlisted Leader:Chief Master Sgt. 4. The foster program allows members of the greater San Antonio area the opportunity to raise the puppies in a secure, nurturing environment for the first few months of their lives. Congratulations to the winners: June 2008 January 2009, Chief, Network Branch, Afghan National Police, CJ6, Combined Security Transition Command, Kabul, Afghanistan July 2017 February 2019, Operations Branch Chief, Cyberspace and Electronic Warfare Operations Division, Directorate for Global Operations, Joint Staff, Washington, D.C. endobj Now the command chief for the 37th Training Wing, Chief Master Sgt. <> Inter-American Air Forces Academy (IAAFA). During your time at BMT you will be required to know your Air Force Chain Of Command (COC). We need you to be ready to take the fight to our adversaries.. Practice and memorize the chain positions so you know the sequence by heart, which will make it easier to switch out names. The chief, whos been in the position since September 2020, described the 37th TRW mission as one that we have to get right. 15. 17. The Premier Installation In The Department Of Defense. 8. provides Air Force Basic Military Training (BMT) for all enlisted people entering the Air Force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard, earning Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland the nickname, "Gateway to the Air Force.". c"$RLHNrW}yoE/$/q=k?1wuotW:C{wg R/^Ngl~(Ne=/:Kn#t??d3G"7 _*?gAu6u{CH5crX{YyuF;}BAp|V=c=ov/O?c L`_ME>oB;?Ojt?]=es?1g,mW8{5iLFUNP^lb @1oL"]/u% F?-=;e[?DK^E}J_ckG7Jn^Xz=is+K[cN-\oQ: =trqlt1[]gizY4 |Ou_^29U,$0}'-/X7[%gP_VzLfuB6'6 WMbik K9~HR [rOJ4P/! hc}gU ,U49 $w/ Eg.?^-pzF;h?]J.fP2qY,`4/~0z. var znscr = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; U.S. Army Element at DLIELC Advances Army's Recruiting Efforts. It is the only enlisted basic training location in the Air Force. In a major restructuring of the Air Force in 1948, wings generally replaced groups as the principal establishment commanding combat squadrons. These four missions include: basic military training of all enlisted recruits entering the Air Force, Space Force, Air Force . 2014 Cyber 400, Washington, D.C. I believe we have the highest privilege and honor to do what we do.. 2. The Gateway Wing was the first stop on the generals planned trips to visit her technical training installations, but its not her first time here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Spencer Berry), Maj. Gen. Michele Edmondson, 2d Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. March 2009 April 2010, Chief, Executive Communications, Office of the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. In this position she leads the largest, most diverse training wing in the Air Force known as the Gateway to the Air Force. The Gateway Wing, provides foundational training and education to develop multi-capable Airmen, Guardians and sister service members; strengthens and sustains U.S. and international partnerships through English language and special skills training for allied forces; and is the Department of Defense executive agent for the Military Working Dog program. 2017 Master of National Security & Resource Strategy with Cybersecurity Leadership Concentration, Dwight D. Eisenhower School of National Security and Resource Strategy, National Defense University, Washington, D.C. 2000 Aerospace Basic Course, Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala. These mission essential areas include: Safety, Public Affairs and the Inspector General. It may be more difficult to find the current occupants of these positions because online sources can become outdated quickly. The 37th TRW trains and graduates more than 80,000 students annually from the Department of the Air Force, other military services, government agencies and coalition partners from over 100 countries. Jason Corrothers relinquishes command and Col. Michael Newsom assumes command of the 737 TRG Air Force Basic Military Training organization, comprised of nine squadrons, more than 700 permanent party personnel and a daily student population averaging 6,000. stream You won't meet some of the people you'll need to know until boot camp is already underway. Deputy Commander, 737th Training Wing # 12. Legion of Merit endobj 16. EDUCATION An official website of the United States government. 12. xNP !%%]Z Col. Michele C. Edmondson assumed command of the 737th Training Group from Col. Deborah Liddick. Welcome to the Gateway WingAir Force Basic Military Training BVP Video & Photography Briefing Location: Bldg. The Air Force has a page of its current Air Force Senior Leaders online. The Wing's vision is to achieve "The Training Standard of Excellence" across its five groups. February 2007 June 2007, Flight Commander, Mission Systems Flight, 9th Communications Squadron, Beale AFB, Calif. 2012 Strategic Policy Fellowship, Washington, D.C. Learn the list from the president on down. 737th Training Support Squadron Commander: Lt. Col. Burdette Millen Senior Enlisted Leader: Chief Master Sgt. Additionally, it operates schools at nine locations throughout the United States and is the Department of Defense executive agent for training military working dogs and handlers. 37th Training Wing Public Affairs JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas - The first quarter awards ceremony took on a tropical beach flair at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy hangar at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland April 29. endobj Trainee/Holdover Address Information:Your trainee will contact you and provide his/her mailing address. Dorm Chief # 20. Second Lieutenant May 31, 2000 The 341st Training Squadron that trains MWD dogs and handlers was one of the stops on the immersion tour. Its not because we have too, but because we need too. Adam Vizi, also traveled with her to meet and greet Airmen and Guardians across the wing. The 737th Training Group, located at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, is responsible for Air Force Basic Military Training. 21. endobj Chief Master Sgt. Free for commercial use, no attribution required. Col. Mark Camerer (left), 37th Training Wing commander, passes the 737th Training Commander, 2nd Air Force Major Gen. Leonard Patrick Commander, 37th Training wing (TRW) Colonel Roy Collins Vice Commander, 37th Training wing (TRW) COLONEL EDWARD J. IRICK III Command Chief Master Sergeant 37th Training wing (TRW) CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT MICHAEL R. MORGAN Commander, 737th Training wing (TRW) COLONEL ROCKIE K WILSON Maj Jordan Clark wins the 37th Training Wing 2020 Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award during an award ceremony at the Gateway Club on Joint Base San Antonio Lackland, Texas, July 29, 2020. 13. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Andrew C. Patterson) label_outline Tags change of command ceremony 3. Instructor chief # 19. Im so excited to be back in this world, Edmondson said during her opening remarks to 37th TRW leadership. I love our Airmen and Guardians and to be a part of the missions and people that mold them. Adam Vizi, visited several locations throughout the 37th TRW. Rod Powers was a retired Air Force First Sergeant with 22 years of active duty service. She told graduates that they are entering during an era defined by strategic competition, an era that drove the creation of the Space Force and that the Air Force is looking toward them to maintain the strategic military advantage. V \" ? Superintendent 737th training wing # 13. 2. An official website of the United States government, Military Working Dog Puppy Foster Program, Center for Teaching & Learning Excellence (CTLE), Defense Language Institute English Language Center, 637th International Support Squadron - Operations, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. The general also reviewed the Aug 12, BMT graduation ceremony and administered the oath of enlistment to more than 640 Airmen and Guardians. Their immersion and introduction to the largest training base in the Air Force meant the 2d Air Force command team had the opportunity to recognize a number of Airmen, Guardians and civilians at each location they visited. 11. The 37th Training Wing The President of the United States at the top of the chain is the easiest one to remember. She has also deployed in support of Operations IRAQI FREEDOM and ENDURING FREEDOM. The general and 2d Air Force command Chief, Chief Master Sgt. Air Force Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters AF Outstanding Unit Award with four oak leaf clusters The command includes five training wings at Keesler AFB; Sheppard and Goodfellow AFBs; Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas; and a network of 103 operating locations around the world. Mission:Train Airmen in the Fundamentals of Airmanship, Instruction and Leadership, Commander Brigadier General Trent H. Edwards Luis Torres Squadron Lineage: Constituted the 3705th Training Support Squadron on Jan. 29, 1992, and activated on Feb. 1, 1992. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Andrew C. Patterson) label_outline Tags change of command ceremony basic military training jbsa lackland 502 d air base wing 737 trg 37th Training Wing Staff Agency; 737th Training Group; Defense Language Institute English Language Center. 10. 5. endobj ":VzT'&6I $(#FhNWZZZBNBxOm}ENbF 9m*Yu_#@z%UhB2w7y|UYPl]N%aL| E'=bDp0Xjr&OmVZcs7{f[ew0uGHv July 2010 June 2011, Aide-de-Camp to the Commander, Air Force Space Command, Headquarters Air Force Space Command, Peterson AFB, Colo. She is responsible for the development, oversight and direction of all operational aspects of basic military training, initial skills training and advanced technical training of all Air Force enlisted members and support officers. })(); COPYRIGHT 2023 BOOTCAMP4ME. February 2019 May 2020, Director of the Special Project and Innovation Division, Directorate for Global Operations, Joint Staff, Washington, D.C. (U.S. Air Force photo by Gregory T. Walker) 37th Training Wing receives new leader Published June 13, 2022 Shield:Blue and yellow representing the Air Force colors, blue alludes to the sky, the primary theater for Air Force operations. Vanessa Adame. Please do not send any care packages (i.e. The 737th Training Group underwent its largest transformation in 60 years fighting through a pandemic, safeguarding and shaping 30,000 civilians into Airmen and Guardians. Vizi also addressed the graduates and reminded them of the commitment in which they have signed up for, You are our combat advantage. 37th Training Wing Public Affairs. 7. 36th Civil Engineer Squadron demonstrates expedient and expeditionary airfield damage repair concept, Digital engineering workshop continues innovation momentum, An official website of the United States government, Basic Military Training trainees become U.S. Citizens under new streamlined naturalization process, U.S. Army Element at DLIELC Advances Armys Recruiting Efforts, IAAFA leaders attend Paraguayan Air Force centennial celebration, The 37th Training Wing recognized its top award winners for 2022, Partner Nation Guest Instructor becomes first to earn AETC master instructor designation, IAAFA infuses agility into training with modern technology, simulators, Military Working Dog Puppy Foster Program, Center for Teaching & Learning Excellence (CTLE), Defense Language Institute English Language Center, 637th International Support Squadron - Operations, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. The wing operates schools at nine locations throughout the United States with most of its training conducted at Lackland. "https:" : "http:") + '//www.zergnet.com/zerg.js?id=47156'; stream Adam J. Vizi, 2nd Air Force command chief, was the guest speaker at the event. Section Supervisor # 18. The Commando Training Centre, also known as CTCRM, is the principal training centre for the Royal Marines. % Additionally, they received in-depth briefings about the Department of Defense Military Working Dog program, the Inter-American Air Forces Academy, the Defense Language Institute English Language Center, basic military training, and the 37th Training Group which is responsible for training in more than 24 different Air Force specialties. 3 !1AQa"q2B#$Rb34rC%Scs5&DTdEt6UeuF'Vfv7GWgw 5 !1AQaq"2B#R3$brCScs4%&5DTdEU6teuFVfv'7GWgw ? JFIF ` ` (U.S. Air Force photo by Christa DAndrea), Maj. Gen. Michele Edmondson reviews the Basic Military Graduation ceremony pass in review Aug. 12. Congratulations to the winners: 4. July 2011 June 2012, Strategic Policy Fellow, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. Col. John P. O'Dell III is the Vice Commander, 37th Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, the largest, most diverse training wing in the U.S. Air Force known as the "Gateway to the Air Force.". Nearly eight weeks later, they leave as proud Airmen. The 37th Training Wing recognized its top award winners for 2021 at a luncheon at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Feb. 11. Louis D. Orrie Command Chief, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. June 2007 March 2009, Flight Commander, Executive Travel, 844th Communications Squadron, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. In this position she leads the largest, most diverse training wing in the Air Force known as the . 1920 - The RAF College was established at RAF Cranwell. 1934 - College Hall opened. The Wing trains Airmen, other military services, government agencies, coalition partners from over 100 countries and military working dogs. Vision:To become AETCs premier unit for seamless innovative training and support to enhance 21st Century Air and Space Forces. The Wing trains Airmen, other military services, government agencies, coalition partners from over 100 countries and military working dogs. 637th Training Resource Squadron. Liddick spent the past 20 months as BMT commander and following the change of command ceremony, retired after 25 years in the Air Force. Edmondson replaces Col. Deborah Liddick (right) as BMT commander. U.S. Air Force Col. Jason E. Corrothers, 737th Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. 2001 Aerospace Physiologist Training, Brooks AFB, Texas It consists of four training groups and graduates more than 80,000 students annually. The flight symbol represents the units function to support the parent organization by providing qualified personnel. The 37th Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, is the largest training wing intheU.S.Air Force. 37th Training Wing History The history and honors of the 37th Training Wing extended prior to World War II, well before its 1953 establishment. 1918 - Flying training began at RAF Cranwell with the formation of the RAF. "This award highlights how Basic Military Training continues to improve, innovate and thrive throughout this COVID-19 pandemic," said Col. Michael Newsom, 737th TRG commander. Louis D. Orrie Command Chief, An official website of the United States government. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jason Wilkinson). Captain May 31, 2004 As of October 2021, Colonel Rockie K. Wilson is the commander of the 37th Training Wing, and Michael R. Morgan is the Command Chief Master Sergeant. The wing is comprised of the 737th Training Group, which generates nearly 93% of the Air Force enlisted force in Basic Military Training; the 37th Training Group which provides technical training in 23 different career fields; the Inter-American Air Forces Academy that promotes security cooperation principles through the delivery of professional military education and technical training in Spanish; and the 637th Training Group, known as Defense Language Institute English Language Center which provides English language training and cultural immersion for more than 3,500 international military students annually. Major February 1, 2010 zergnet.type = 'text/javascript'; zergnet.async = true; \W0|{?IRNm.i1cVR(82kGB~C]qTMOU4pv-3B/$5iH#(W)$IJI$R8` IN}Xx}4aC_E,SORzv*')xu'coo6]Su&{#F|}_kcF70[=t"|ib*=(pG:y6R9+~Dsk.\[= o$DOO1&eYYD6 KIpVdj.dL6;wwTdU{7> The 37th Training Wing recognized its top award winners for 2021 at a luncheon here Feb. 11. <>>> Prior to her current assignment, Colonel Courchaine was the Commander, 67th Cyberspace Operations Group, JBSA-Lackland, Texas. All new airmen must memorize the Air Force Chain of Command during basic training. An official website of the United States government, Military Working Dog Puppy Foster Program, Center for Teaching & Learning Excellence (CTLE), Defense Language Institute English Language Center, 637th International Support Squadron - Operations, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. The 2d Air Force command chief, Chief Master Sgt. Squadron Chant:Raptors.Day one to day done! 6 0 obj Luckily, you can familiarize yourself with it while still at home in civilian life, leaving one less thing to induce anxiety during the purposefully stressful time of basic training boot camp.