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Fort Detrick Leadership Supports GEMS Program CRYSTAL MAYNARD

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U. S. Army Garrison Commander Col. Robert O’Brien shakes the hand and presents a commanders coin to a GEMS student for his courage to answer questions on stage about how science affects an infantry Soldier during the July 30 graduation ceremony.

Again this summer, Fort Detrick leadership is doing their part to support the Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science program hosted by Hood College.

GEMS is a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math summer program funded by the Office of the Assistant Secretary for the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology and managed by the Army Educational Outreach Program Office. The program is designed to give students an immersive one-week lab experience focused on a specific STEM field.

Fort Detrick leaders like Maj. Gen. Brian C. Lein, commanding general, U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command and Fort Detrick, understand that the Army needs to cultivate the next generation of military scientists and engineers that are strategic thinkers and problem solvers. One way Fort Detrick leadership is working to shape the workforce is by supporting local

STEM initiatives like GEMS. As a STEM enrichment program, GEMS creates hands-on opportunities for elementary, middle and high school students as well as college students and teachers. Fort Detrick has participated in GEMS for the past 10 years.

According to Michael Sandridge, educational consultant and program coordinator for Fort Detrick’s GEMS program, the Fort Detrick program is very selective. Last year, the program accepted 500 out of 1,000 applicants. This year, the program accepted just over 500 students out of 1,500 applications to the program.

Speaking at a GEMS graduation on July 23, Lein shared with the students not only his love of the Battlebots television show, but also his hope that the GEMS students continue to pursue their love of science and technology and consider working for the military.

“Go out, do great things and maybe consider working for the military,” said Lein.

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Team Building Event Focuses on Future Vision and Planning

BY LANESSA HILL

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U.S. Army Garrison leaders recently spent three days together developing a long-range plan to align Fort Detrick with Installation Management Command Lines of Efforts. The team-building event was kicked off by a staff ride to Gettysburg National Battlefield, where Sgt. 1st Class Charles Warren of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command Headquarters Detachment provided a historical account of the battle. The purpose of the staff ride was to think strategically about how decision making affected the outcome of the battle.

“We have to have a long range plan...

One that focuses on communication, teamwork, pride and standards,” said Col. Bob O’Brien, U.S. Army Garrison commander.

Days two and three consisted of breakout teams, each focusing on one of the

A recent teambuilding event ended with U.S. Garrison directorates coming together to strategically plan for the next five years.

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Right: U.S. Army Garrison directors stand under the State of Virginia Monument, one of the first of the Confederate state monuments at Gettysburg National Park, listening intently to details surrounding former commander of the Army of Northern Virigina, Robert E. Lee.

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Commentary In only a few short weeks since my official change of responsibility ceremony in July, I have met so many wonderful people here at Fort Detrick; understanding more and more with each passing day the great things happening within this installation.

I have already witnessed firsthand the level of dedication that shines through you all; as well as the incredible support Fort Detrick receives from the local communities. As the Fort Detrick U.S. Army Garrison command sergeant major, I want to continue to build those relationships with leaders across Fort Detrick and throughout the Frederick community at large. Teamwork takes communication, leadership, care and pride to come together; and although there are always obstacles, I feel confident we will tackle those obstacles together. Fort Detrick command staff has been directed to bring the U.S. Army Garrison in line with Installation Management Command lines of effort and standards; by leaning on one another, following a clear direction and lines of communication, I know we will be successful.

I developed my leadership philosophy over 27 years of service, fortunate to have had the best Soldiers, officers and non-

commissioned officers in the units I have served. I demand high standards, for if standards are set high, all else will follow. It’s not about me; it’s about accomplishing the mission and taking care of the Soldiers and their families. “You cannot lead where you cannot go. You cannot teach what you do not know.”

In other words: lead, follow or get out of the way. I expect all leaders to be actively engaged in their Soldiers, both on and off duty.

Caring about what we do and about one another is vital. It is everyone’s responsibility to incorporate safety into our daily activities; treating everyone with dignity and respect and fostering a climate that is family oriented and cohesive. We are a family, living by Army values and Warrior Ethos; it is a must that we work hard and, most importantly, work together. Help me, help you.

I will try my best to do everything within my power to help enhance Soldiers and their family’s well-being and readiness. I look forward to getting out and meeting the civilian workforce, Soldiers and their families as I circulate through the U.S. Army Garrison and future events.

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Command

Maj. Gen. Brian C. Lein Commanding General, U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command and Fort Detrick

Col. Robert A. O’Brien IV U.S. Army Garrison Commander

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U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases to Welcome New Commander CAREE VANDER LINDEN USAMRIID PAO

Col. Thomas S. Bundt will assume command of the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases in a ceremony Aug. 10 at 2 p.m. in the Fort Detrick Auditorium. Maj. Gen. Brian C. Lein, commanding general of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command and Fort Detrick, will preside.

Bundt is a native of Washington State, where he graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology and as a Distinguished Military Graduate in ROTC. He holds a Ph.D. in Health Service Research from the University of Florida and is a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. His most recent duty assignment was as commander of the Fort Lee Medical Department Activity, Fort Lee, Virginia.

Bundt began his Army career as the Executive Officer, E Co., 3rd BN, 3rd BDE, 104th ID (TNG), Bothell, Washington, and went on to serve as Medical Platoon Leader (PL) in the 4th BN, 12th IN (M) Regiment, 2nd BDE, 8th ID; and later as PL in the 2nd BN, 6th IN (M) Regiment, 2nd BDE, 1st Armored Division, Baumholder, Germany.

He subsequently served in a variety of command and staff positions to include: chief, Primary Care Support Branch, 2nd General Hospital and Adjutant for the European Health Service Support Area, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Germany; commander, Headquarters Company and Medical Company, 115th Field Hospital, Warrior Brigade, Fort Polk, Louisiana; program administrator, U.S. Army Baylor Graduate Program in Healthcare Administration, Fort Sam Houston, Texas; chief, Managed Care Division, Darnall Army Community Hospital, Fort Hood, Texas; and deputy chief of staff/executive officer for William Beaumont Army Medical Center, El Paso, Texas.

Bundt deployed to Iraq as the deputy health attaché to the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, and subsequently served

as chief of staff and troop commander, General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital, Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. He commanded the 187th Medical Battalion, 32nd Medical Brigade at Fort Sam Houston, Texas; served as chief of staff, Bavarian Medical Activity, Vilseck, Germany; and was chief of staff at Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Bundt’s military education includes the AMEDD Officer Basic and Advanced Courses, the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, and the U.S. Army War College, where he earned a Master of Strategic Studies degree. He is a member of the Order of Military Medical Merit and holds the Army Surgeon General’s “A” Proficiency Designation.

His awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (9 OLC), Army Commendation Medal (3 OLC), Army Achievement Medal (3 OLC), Iraqi Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal (2), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the German Sports Badge (Silver), the Combat Action Badge and the Expert Field Medical Badge.

Bundt is married to the former Ms. Elizabeth W. Furay of Saint Louis, Missouri, and they have two sons, Albert and Thomas.

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Home Grown Gardens with Roots Tied to WWII

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As summer is winding down, families who have planted vegetable gardens are beginning to collect the fruits and vegetables that have grown for most of the spring and summer. These gardens provide families the opportunity to save money and eat healthier without concerns about harmful chemicals.

During WWII, Americans were encouraged to plant “victory gardens” in an effort to reduce the demand for food supply and prevent a food shortage. During the war, growing food in your community alleviated the need for vehicles to transport food that needed to be used

for Soldiers and weapons. Many different types of vegetables were grown, such as tomatoes, carrots, lettuce, beets and peas. At their peak there were more than 20,000,000 victory gardens planted across the United States.

Prior to President Obama and his family living in the White House, the last victory garden planted at the White House was by Eleanor Roosevelt. Michelle Obama commented in a recent article that Roosevelt started the whole movement of victory gardens. One of the first things Obama did when she moved into the White House was plant a victory garden as an effort to encourage Americans to eat nutritious food and live healthier lives.

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For those still unsure, Army defines ‘online misconduct’

BY C. TODD LOPEZ ARMY.MIL

If Soldiers were still unsure of what bad behavior looks like online, the Army clarified it for them in an “All Army Activities” message -- commonly called an ALARACT -- that went out force-wide last week.

Online misconduct, it says, is “the use of electronic communication to inflict harm. Examples include, but are not limited to: harassment, bullying, hazing, stalking, discrimination, retaliation or any other types of misconduct that undermine dignity and respect.”

The ALARACT 122/2015, which comes as part of an effort to address Soldier use of social media and other online forms of communication, also defines good behavior online, “electronic communication” and “online-related incidents.”

“The Army values require that everyone be treated with dignity and respect,” the message reads. “Harassment, bullying, hazing, stalking, discrimination, retaliation and any other type of misconduct that undermines dignity and respect are not consistent with Army values and negatively impact command climate and readiness.”

The ALARACT emphasizes commanders’ responsibility to “reinforce a climate where current and future members of the Army team, including Soldiers, Army civilians, contractors and family members understand that online misconduct is inconsistent with Army values.”

The document also said such a climate included an avenue through which “onlinerelated incidents are prevented, reported and addressed at the lowest possible level.”

In March, the Army’s chief of staff direct-

ed the creation of a “tiger team” to address the issue of online misbehavior, including retribution, and to find ways to prevent and respond to harm inflicted through the use of electronic communication.

One goal of the tiger team was to create a reporting system for “online-related incidents” and report those up to senior Army leadership.

Tiger team member Lt. Col. Kay Emerson, who also serves as director of the Ar-

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online and social media violations. Emerson said she is currently re-rewriting paragraph 4-19 within AR 600-20 to incorporate the Department of Defense’s drafted policy with the Army’s online conduct efforts.

Section 4-19 of AR 600-20, called “Treatment of persons,” addresses hazing and bullying, as well as command and individual responsibilities in regards to them. Both the regulation and the ALARACT direct Soldiers and Army civilians who experience or witness online misconduct to report it to their chain of command.

Additionally, section 4-19 of AR 600-20 is “punitive” in nature. It authorizes commanders to potentially punish those who are in violation of its direction, making failure to adhere to the Army’s rules for online behavior a punishable offense.

“Soldiers who violate this policy may be subject to punishment under the Uniform Code of Military Justice,” the regulation reads. “Whether or not certain acts specifically violate the provisions of this paragraph, they may be inappropriate or violate relevant civilian personnel guidance.”

Despite new rules and direction in regard Photo provided by Army.mil to use of social media and other forms of my’s Equal Opportunity policy office, said electronic communication, the Army says it members of the Army staff and command doesn’t want to stop Solders from communicating online. Instead, said an Army official, representatives are working now to identify when using electronic communication devicthe data fields and reporting requirements es, Soldiers should apply “Think, Type, Post.” for such an online reporting system.

That maxim is summarized as “think “Once collated, senior Army leadership about the message being communicated will have a sight picture of reported online- and who could potentially view it; type related incidents and actions taken by com- a communication that is consistent with manders in the field,” said Emerson.

Army values; and post only those messages The Army is expected to update AR 600- that demonstrate dignity and respect for self 20 in the next published version to address and others.”

Summertime Reading

Approximately 243 people attended this year’s Fort Detrick Career Fair July 30 at the Community Activities Center. Those looking for jobs were able to speak directly to recruiters about their resumes and open positions.

For more information about the ACS Employment Readiness Program, call (301) 619-2208/2197 or email: usarmy.detrick.imcom-fmwrc.mbx.acs@mail.mil.

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Job seekers attend the Fort Detrick Career Fair held at the Community Activities Center July 30.

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Terri Lein, spouse of U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command Commander Maj. Gen. Brian Lein, reads “Bravo, Amelia Bedelia!” to children at the Fort Detrick Child Development Center as part of the summertime reading program Aug. 5.

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A note from the Chaplain Dear Fort Detrick Community, I am Chaplain Maj. Michael L. Jeffries, the new incoming U.S. Army Garrison chaplain for Fort Detrick.

Chaplain Matthew Ahn is headed to Fort Sill and I have the privilege to serve the religious needs of the Fort Detrick community for the next couple of years. I am coming from Fort Jackson, South Carolina, where I served as an instructor at the United States Army Chaplain Center and School. Previous to Fort Jackson, I served as the Family Life Chaplain for Fort Bliss, Texas.

I was born and raised in Columbus, Georgia. I graduated from Columbus State University with my Bachelors of Science degree in General Studies in 1991. I earned my Masters of Divinity Degree

Photo by Shannon Bishop, USAG Public Affairs from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1996. I earned a masters degree in Community Counseling from Columbus State University in 2010.

My family is here with me.

My wife, Lori, is from Fort Worth, Texas. She is definitely the best part of the Jeffries family team. My oldest son is David, he is 18 and will be attending Fredrick Community

Q & A with Chaplain Jeffries Q: Where are you from originally?

I am originally from Columbus, Georgia.

Q: Why did you decide to be a U.S. Army Chaplain?

Growing up in Columbus, Georgia, next to Fort Benning, the Army has always had an influence in my life. In college, when God began to call me to full time ministry, chaplaincy became an option for me. This all happened in 1991 during Desert Storm and I had a friend on active duty at Fort Benning and a friend in the Georgia National Guard; they both became a demonstration of the unique need in the Army that the role of chaplain fills. Through their influence and God’s call in my life, I began my journey to becoming an Army Chaplain.

Q: What would you like to accomplish during your time here?

I want to continue building off Chaplain Ahn’s work here and continue to improve the Chapel program at Fort Detrick through wor-

College. My youngest son is Zachary, who is 15 years old.

He will be participating in a local swim team. The entire Jeffries family will be actively involved in the community and is excited about the opportunities here at Fort Detrick in Frederick, Maryland.

We look forward to working with you and making the Fort Detrick community an even better place to live and work. I am praying for the great opportunities God has planned for our community.

I look forward to moving into the future with you and being a part of serving our Army, the great Soldiers, families and civilians here at Fort Detrick.

Peace, Chaplain Maj. Michael L. Jeffries U.S. Army Garrison Chaplain

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ship services and religious education. I hope to be able to use my background as a Family Life Chaplain to contribute to the community through pastoral care as well.

Q: What is it you would like to convey to the people of Fort Detrick?

My family and I are excited to be here and look forward to getting to know the community here at Fort Detrick and Frederick, Maryland.

Q: Who’s your personal hero?

Detrick Bonhoeffer is one of my heroes due to courage during WWII. Chaplain Col. Jeff Voyles is a good friend and mentor to me that has also played a role in shaping my ministry and my career. He is, for me, a solid source of wisdom, common sense and humor.

Q: What are your hobbies/personal interests?

At Fort Jackson, I began skeet shooting at the MWR skeet range and I have really begun to enjoy that sport. It reminds me of my youth and hunting with my dad, so it brings with it a lot of good memories and the challenge of hitting a moving target.

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Fort Detrick participated in the 32nd Annual National Night Out Aug. 4 at the Balfour Beatty Community Center. This national event is designed to heighten crime and drug awareness, generate support and participation in local anticrime programs, build communities and send a message to criminals that neighborhoods fight back.

The event was hosted by the Directorate of Emergency Services and provided

children the opportunity to meet the Fort Detrick police force, learn what they do and strengthen the neighborhood spirit.

“We look forward to this event each year.

Its’ our chance to get out here and show that we are friendly and here to help. Having that level of trust with residents helps us tremendously throughout the year,” said Fort Detrick Police Chief Stephen Brooks.

Fun and games including obstacle courses and moon bounces were available for the children to enjoy. The event concluded with the Lego movie on the big screen.

USAMMA Creates New Accountable Officer Position CRYSTAL MAYNARD

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The U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command’s U.S. Army Medical Materiel Agency has a big mission. The USAMMA performs materiel acquisition, project management and sustainment in support of strategic level missions and transformation goals of the U.S. Army and the Military Health System.

The USAMMA mission is imperative to ensure the American Warfighter has the medical equipment they need, when they need it.

The USAMMA has three maintenance depots across the U.S. located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah; Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania; and Tracy, California. The depot houses rows of medical equipment being stored, preparing for maintenance or getting ready to be shipped out. This year, the USAMMA created a new position and appointed Capt.

Dennis Kim as the accountable officer for the depots. Kim is tasked tasked with keeping an accurate record of property, documents and funds for each of the depots, and

is currently responsible for $125 million in medical equipment.

“Capt. Kim has been handed a very important job,” said USAMMA Director of Force Sustainment Lt. Col. Joseph Mrozinski. “His job is to establish policies and procedures that will facilitate proper accountability of the USAMMA maintenance stock.

This is very important to the command, and we know that Capt. Kim is working hard to ensure that this happens.”

Kim began his position in January 2015 and hit the ground running. He supports the responsible officers at each site. The responsible officer has direct responsibility for the property at their depot. Each item in their warehouse must be accounted for, a task that is currently being done by hand. A 100 percent inventory was initiated in May 2015.

Most of the equipment at the warehouses has an Item Unique Identification tag. One of Kim’s goals is to coordinate with the USAMMA’s Business Support Office and have barcode scanners and tablets that will communicate with the system of record, which is the Theater Enterprise Wide Logistics

System. The TEWLS is an information technology system within the Defense Medical Logistics - Enterprise Solution portfolio that consolidates numerous military logistics functions into a single application and database. The TEWLS helps the responsible officers scan in equipment wirelessly and minimize human error. When combined with an IUID it allows the USAMMA to track items from the beginning to the end of its use.

“This is quite a task,” said Kim. “There are thousands of pieces of equipment at each depot, and human error is something that is always going to be factor in accounting for each piece. That’s why we are working hard to modernize the warehouses and the accounting process. The ability to quickly scan barcodes will greatly reduce the amount of human error associated with serial number data entry.”

Kim’s appointment comes at a time of heightened fiscal awareness. The accountable officer is working with the program manager to identify and remove excess inventory from the stock. The depots are also divesting irrelevant equipment. According to

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Kim, over $8 million will be divested in 2015.

“There is tremendous value in taking the time to get things right the first time,” said Kim. “Once the stock record account has been set straight and the technology is there to support us, we will be maintaining a system that will only require minor tweaks despite its large dollar value.”

As of July, two maintenance depots completed their inventories. By August, the third depot will wrap up its inventory and the USAMMA will have the scanners and tablets.

By September, the maintenance side of the USAMMA depots will convert to the TEWLS - the warehouse side began using the system at the end of 2013.

Kim has successfully navigated the unknown with his new position. When he leaves his role as accountable officer, he will leave behind the legacy of decisive and effective leadership that forged the path for those that will follow in his footsteps.

“It has been exciting to coordinate and work with all of the different directorates within the USAMMA and facilitate this long awaited change,” said Kim. Fort Detrick Standard August 7, 2015

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DISA to enforce DOD Enterprise Email mailbox size limits starting September

BY ARMY CIO/G-6 ARMY.MIL

Effective Oct. 1, the Defense Information Systems Agency will enforce existing Department of Defense Enterprise Email and the Service Level Agreement, mailbox size limits, to lower costs and improve efficiency and Outlook start-up times.

Each of the Army’s more than 1.4 million DEE accounts has a storage limit. Most users fall into the Basic class, with a maximum storage limit of 512 megabytes. Business class users, with an operational requirement for a larger storage size, have a maximum storage limit of 4 gigabytes. Previously, those storage limits have not been enforced.

Even without strict enforcement, most Army users have stayed within their maximum allowable email storage.

As of July 31, 2015, however, Army reports indicate that more than 75,000 Army personnel are storing more than 4GB of email. More than 7,700 user mailboxes exceed 10GB of storage each. That level of heavy use makes for a slow, inefficient and costly email system for both the individual user and the Army as a whole.

“Using email effectively is one way that today’s Army personnel can help reduce costs and make communications more agile, from the homefront to the tactical

edge,” said John Howell, U.S. Army Program Executive Officer Enterprise Information Systems, or PEO EIS, product director for Enterprise Email, or PD EE. “Each user has a role to play to help facilitate state-of-the-art access to email from any location, by being mindful of the limits already in place to reduce costs and launch times.”

Clearing out old, outdated emails is good practice for any user. But, what if you aren’t already in the habit? All users at risk of exceeding their size limits will receive auto-generated warnings when their mailboxes exceed authorized limits. Basic users will receive that warning if their mailbox exceeds 410 MB of storage, while business users will receive the warning if their mailbox exceeds 3.7 GB of storage.

“The warning emails serve as a heads-up for users, to remind them to clear out extra emails before their mailbox size starts to impact their ability to use the email system,” said Howell. “We have resources and information available to help individuals who aren’t sure how to get a handle on their email’s storage issues.”

If an individual’s email storage exceeds its limit-512MB for basic users, and 4GB for business users-- they will receive a second warning that account will no longer be able to send email until the extra emails are cleared out.

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The Army successfully completed the bulk of its migration to DOD Enterprise Email in July 2013 and size limitations will soon be enforced for mailboxes.

If the email account continues to grow--beyond 700MB for basic users, or 4.6GB for business users--the user will receive the third and final warning that the account will also lose its ability to receive

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before, just not in their Outlook inbox. Additional email can be stored in personal folders as .pst files located on local drives or shared drives in accordance with local command policies.

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“The Army needs people who can think innovatively, and that’s you.”

Students in 4th-12th grades had seven specialized programs to choose from including environmental, Crime Scene Investigation, battlebots and robotics. Students worked with state-certified teachers and organizational professionals to provide a hands-on learning experience.

“We have been fortunate enough to work with a variety of subject matter experts from Fort Detrick, both as career speakers for our GEMS students and as subject matter experts to our near peer mentors,” said Sandridge. “The leadership has been very supportive of the programs goals and the students’ successes.”

Fort Detrick’s U.S. Army Garrison Commander Bob O’Brien understands first-hand the importance of supporting STEM initiatives - both at work and at home. O’Brien’s son participated in one of the weekly sessions at Hood College, and O’Brien spoke at a GEMS graduation on July 30.

“Did you know that ‘geek’ is the new cool?” said O’Brien during the July 30 graduation. “As an infantry man, this geek stuff isn’t what I’m good at, but I wouldn’t have the resources and materials that I need if it weren’t for the science and technology innovations that people like you are doing.”

The need for STEM literacy is growing exponentially. The requirement for STEM literacy goes beyond the traditional STEM occupations of scientist, engineer and mathematician. The Army also has a growing need for highly qualified, STEM-literate technicians and skilled workers in advanced manufacturing, logistics, management and other technology-driven fields.

“To remain at the ready, the U.S. Army will need to continue to foster these young minds,” said Lein.

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Fort Detrick Standard August 7, 2015

Sustaining a community of excellence through restoration, environmental stewardship and workforce development