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• Mark your calendar for the next Veterinary Clinic July 15 & 16, 1030 - 3:00 each day, Housing Bldg “garage”

• Multi sports camp coming to Air Station Cape Cod Aug. 2-6. Must register by July 23..

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The 2009 Water Quality Report prepared by the 102d Intelligence Wing for Public Water Supplier ID # MA4096001 serving the Massachusetts Military Reservation is now available. Copies may be obtained by calling (508) 968-4263 or via the Internet at www.eandrc.org. Click on Publications.

The Coast Guard Heritage Museum in Barnstable (CGHM) enjoys a great relationship with the Coast Guard units at Otis and units throughout Sector Southeastern New England. The cooperation between the Cape Cod Chapter of the Chief Petty Officers Association (CPOA), the Cape Cod Chief’s Mess and the CGHM in Barnstable Village is bringing new life to the museum which opened in 2005. The Museum covers the history of the Coast Guard From the earliest Revenue Cutter days right up to the many activities of today’s Coast Guard. Thanks to the Chiefs and others, we are continually adding to our collection. In the future, we hope to present an exhibit featuring the work of the Port Security units Through the efforts of current and former Air Station personnel, we have added uniforms, memorabilia, equipment—including a rescue swimmers dry suit –to our collections. Former COs have provided some great items for display. Expert Model Makers have created scale model s of every type of aircraft used by the Coast Guard from the earliest days of Air Rescues. All Active Duty Coast Guard personnel are admitted free of charge. Others pay $5. We are open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 P.M. We are actively looking for volunteers to help spread the workload now carried by a corps of volunteers. We also encourage people to take out memberships. Visit our website www.cgheritage.org or call 508-362-8521 to learn more about us.

CG Heritage Museum is located in Barnstable

A chapel service was held at the U.S. Coast Guard Air Station, Cape Cod, Sunday to remember a Massachusetts National Guard Soldier who was killed in action June 8, 2005, while serving in Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The chapel service was followed by a ceremony and laying of flowers at the Sgt. Michael J. Kelley Memorial on Tactical Training Base Kelley. The TTB was named in honor of Kelley, a member of the 1st Battalion, 101st Field Artillery, based out of Rehoboth, and is designed to rapidly train Soldiers through full emersion in a setting much like the one they will experience in combat. After leaving flowers at the memorial site, Kelley’s father, Joseph, spoke with Soldiers on the TTB before taking a tour of the compound. He said that it has been a hard five years since his son’s death, but Michael would be very proud of the National Guard Soldiers training at TTB Kelley.

Currently, the Massachusetts National Guard is hosting one of the largest pre-mobilization training exercises at Camp Edwards seen on the Massachusetts Military Reservation since World War II. The exercise, based out of TTB Kelley, is known as XCTC (eXportable Combat Training Capability) and consists of Soldiers training on a series of field exercises designed with the overseas environment in mind. The goal of this training is to provide high quality, realistic battlefield experience for approximately 2,000 Soldiers as they prepare for mobilization in support of Operation Enduring Freedom / Iraqi Freedom. The rigorous exercises provide tough, realistic training and the means for mobilizing Soldiers to achieve required certification and proficiency for deployment to Iraq or Afghanistan. The XCTC experience greatly enhances pre-mobilization training for the deploying Soldiers, ensures combat readiness and survivability and provides an economic boost to the base and the local area.

Massachusetts Guardsmen rememberedFive years after his death, Sgt. Michael Kelley honoredBy Army Spc. Alfred Tripolone III65th Press Camp Headquarters

Maj. Gen. Joseph C. Carter, the Adjutant General of the Massachusetts National Guard and Joseph Kelley, the father of fallen Soldier Sgt. Michael J. Kelley, take a moment to address troops during a memorial service held here on Tactical Training Base Kelley Sunday. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Alfred Tripolone III, 65th Press Camp Headquarters)

LT Heather Kuta and PO David DeJesus of Air Station Cape Cod showing off the Coast Guard Falcon Jet at the recent airshow held in New Bedford, MA on May 22.

Cape Cod Community College will offer the following classes at Air Station Cape Cod in September:

• English Composition I• College Math• American Government• Sociology

Enrollment is open to anyone with base access: active duty, reserve, National Guard, family members, retirees and Auxiliarists.National Guard members note: Cape Cod Community College is a state college for tuition reimbursement.For further information, please contact Mr. Jim McLoughlin at 508-968-6440 or Mitzi Anderson at 508-362-2131

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With summer arriving, now is a great time to prepare yourself and your family for the beach trips and outdoor days that almost always end up with someone getting a sunburn. Here are some tips to avoid getting burned and how to treat a sunburn if it happens.

To help prevent a sunburn:• DO apply a sun block with an SPF of 30+ starting

30 minutes before sun exposure and again every 2 hours, or every 40 minutes if swimming or vigorously exercising.

• DO check your sunscreen bottles to make sure they offer both UVA and UVB protection and that they’re within date.

• DO use a sun block with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide if you have very sensitive skin; they tend to be less irritating and are great for young children.

• DO check with your doctor or pharmacist to make sure that the medications you’re taking won’t make you more susceptible to sunburn. Some common medications can increase the skin’s sensitivity to light.

• DO apply sun block even under clothing. A white t-shirt can have an SPF as low as 5, and darker shirts may only be 10.

If you get a sunburn:• DO call a doctor if you have sunburn with fluid-

filled blisters or a fever, nausea, or dizziness. These can be signs of more serious conditions that require medical treatment.

• DO call a physician immediately if a child under

XCTC has come and gone with great success. After more than a year-long planning process, the eXportable Combat Training Capability (XCTC), dubbed Operation Warrior’s Edge, culminated on June 22 with a training summary brief to MG Joseph C. Carter, the Adjutant General and Brigadier General Thomas Sellars, the Land Component Commander. The series of exercises, or lanes, trained 1216 Soldiers in warrior tasks enabling them to shoot, move and communicate throughout the battlefield as well as a series of battle drills that will greatly enhance their survivability during combat operations. The exercise conducted 576 iterations of platoon and company situational training exercises (STX) and 47 Medevac training missions. XCTC was supported by 161 civilian contractors, 148 civilian role players and nearly 1000 soldiers in exercise and service support. Some of that support included reception, staging and onward integration (RSOI), a white cell brigade headquarters, the Joint Visitors Bureau (JVIB) and a logistics task force. The exercise used members of the 42d Infantry Division Headquarters from New York as the high headquarters. The Massachusetts National Guard’s Pre-mobilization Training and Assistance Element

(PTAE) coupled with over 100 First Army Soldiers served as Observer Controllers and Trainers (OC/Ts). Nearly every Massachusetts Army National Guard unit assisted in some way as well as the Air National Guard’s 253d Combat Communications Squadron. The northern 15,000 acres was transformed into a region of Afghanistan with mock villages inserted into the training areas. All Soldiers were thoroughly briefed on environmental and natural resources concerns and they heeded those briefings. The Soldiers’ and contractors’ actions showed that realistic military training can be compatible with good environmental stewardship. The realism brought by Hollywood quality battlefield special effects using compressed air and dust and moulage wounds providing high fidelity simulated combat injuries is training that cannot be replicated solely by the units themselves. XCTC provides the necessary funding and expertise that our Soldiers deserve before deploying into combat operations. Camp Edwards Headquarters was also augmented by a platoon of Military Police from the 972d Military Police Company. The MPs were sworn in as Deputy Sheriffs by Barnstable County Sheriff James Cummings

and conducted Law and Order Operations for the post. A chief concern of all four of the Mass Military Reservation’s Commanding Officers was the safety of the base residents, Soldiers, Airmen and Coast Guardsmen due to the increased vehicle and foot traffic. The Military Police were instrumental in slowing down vehicles and enforcing stop sign and cell phone use violations. Due to their efforts and members of the individual services security agencies there were no traffic related injuries or accidents attributable to the exercise. The exercise also supported the local economy by hiring approximately 300 local residents, utilizing local hotels, fuel purchases, rental vehicles and restaurants. I would like to close by thanking the sister service members, their families and the base residents for their support and patience throughout the busy month of June. The long lines at the PX, gas station and barber shop have now receded and the MMR can return to a sort of normalcy. Be assured that the training conducted will save lives as these young men and women deploy in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Have a safe Summer.

XCTC Rotation 10-03 completed

Ten members of the 253rd Combat Communications Group and the 267th Combat Communications Squadron were recognized at the annual military retirement ceremony held at Willowbend Country Club in Mashpee, May 1. Almost 200 retirees, family members and guests were present. The following members of the Air National Guard organizations retired in the past year: Col. Sandra Warde of Yarmouth Port, Lt. Col. Patrick McNamara of Marstons Mills, Lt. Col. Paul Krueger of Stoughton, Chief Master Sgt. Wayne Spencer of Winthrop, Chief Master Sgt. Peter Groeneveld of Mashpee, Senior Master Sgt. David Jones of Raynham, Senior Master Sgt. Francis Lang of Sandwich, Master Sgt. James Mayou of Mashpee and Technical Sgt. Betty King of Becket. A special presentation was made to Mrs. Sandy Cinquini in honor of her husband, Technical Sgt. Marco Cinquini of Methuen, who retired in 2009 and sadly passed away in a March 2010 automobile accident.The retirees served a combined total of 286 years in the Air National Guard. Master of Ceremonies was Col. (ret.) Bill Burns of Watertown. Major General Michael Akey, Massachusetts Air National Guard commander, made a special presentation and State Representative / Candidate for Congress Jeffrey Davis Perry personally provided a special individualized State Proclamation honoring each retiree for their years of service to the United States of America. Major General Alan Cowles, former 253rd Combat Communications Group commander, Brig. Gen. Leon “Scott” Rice, Assistant Adjutant General for Air, Col. Don Mofford, former 253rd Combat Communications Group commander, and approximately 50 previously

retired Air National Guard members from all over the State also attended the event. The 267th Combat Communications Squadron’s mission is to provide, deploy, operate, and maintain Communications-Electronics personnel and equipment in support of operational commands worldwide. The 253rd Combat Communications Group’s mission is to train, advise, and direct units of citizen soldiers to be ready forces capable of rapid deployment worldwide providing tactical communications with appropriate planning, engineering, and command level coordination. The current 253rd Combat Communications Group Commander, Col. Arthur Wunder of Mashpee, and 267th Combat Communications Squadron Commander, Lt. Col. Michael Reichard of Schenectady, N.Y., were the presiding officers of the event

Left to right: CMSgt Wayne Spencer,CMSgt Pete Groeneveld, LtCol Paul Krueger, LtCol Patrick McNamara, Col Sandra Warde, Lt. Col. Michael Reichard, Col. Art Wunder and Maj. General Akey.

Ten Members of Cape Units recognized at Military Retirement Ceremony

1 year old has a sunburn; it is considered an emergency.

• DO apply aloe vera gel to the burn to keep it moisturized. Aloe can also soothe some of the inflammation associated with sunburns.

• DO apply cool compresses consisting of a washcloth soaked in skim milk or water with a bit of baking soda. These can cool the burn and relieve some of the pain.

• DON’T use Vaseline, petroleum jelly, benzocaine, lidocaine, or butter to the burned area. These can make the burn worse.

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On May 29th, 2010, Coast Guard Sector Boston received a cell phone call from the master of the “Happy Days,” a 30 foot Cuddy Cabin, indicating the vessel was taking on water in vicinity of Rockport, MA. The Search and Rescue controller instructed the two occupants of the vessel to don their personal flotation devices. The Master did not have a radio or a Global Positioning System onboard, therefore, their exact position was unknown. Unfortunately, the vessel was rapidly overcome by water and sank at approximately 1:30 pm local, leaving the two personnel adrift in the 57 degree water, exact position still unknown. Sector Boston Command Center directed the launch of an HU-25 “Guardian” from Air Station Cape Cod, along with an HH60 “Jayhawk” and two small boats from Station Gloucester, MA. As the crews began their intensive search, the controllers diligently researched cell phone records to hopefully locate the location of the initial distress call. The HU25 crew arrived on scene, dropped a Self Locating Data Marker Buoy and began a parallel search.

After completing the search without locating the survivors or debris, the HU25 crew, inspired with a bias for action, initiated an impromptu sector search at the center point of the estimated search area. At the time, the HU25 served as the only aviation asset on scene, as the other air asset was refueling at a local airport. At approximately 7:00 pm local, the crew noticed a surface sheen that prompted immediate investigation. While maneuvering over the sheen, the HU25 observer spotted one person in the water wearing a life vest. The crew quickly located the second person and immediately transitioned from search mode to rescue mode, dropping a life raft to the nearly hypothermic survivors. Simultaneously, the HU25 crew vectored the 47 foot Motor Life Boat crew from Station Gloucester to the location approximately 10 nautical miles east of the Merrimac River to assist. Critically low on fuel, CGNR2129 executed an operational hand-off to the surface asset and landed at a local airfield for fuel. While conducting through flight inspections, CGNR2129 received a follow on mission to MEDEVAC a severely epileptic patient from the island of Nantucket, MA to a higher level medical facility in Boston, MA. The Flight

More than 60 military police from the Massachusetts National Guard were deputized in an official swearing-in ceremony conducted at the Joint Visitors Information Bureau here, June 8, 2010. The Soldiers from the 972nd Military Police Company, based out of Reading, were conducting law enforcement operations here in support of the eXportable Combat Training Capability, or XCTC, exercise and were sworn in by Barnstable County Sheriff James M. Cummings. Cummings said the MPs of the 972nd now have the authority to enforce any law that may result in a disturbance of the peace on Camp Edwards. This new authority is in addition to their normal military police functions. The 972nd will put their newly deputized Soldiers on the roads to conduct traffic and range safety patrols during XCTC to provide additional safety for the large influx of civilian and military personnel working and training on the base. XCTC is the largest pre-deployment training exercise conducted on Camp Edwards since World War II and consists of Soldiers training on a series of field exercises designed to simulate an overseas environment. The goal of this training is to provide high quality, realistic battlefield experience for approximately 2,000 Soldiers as they prepare for mobilization in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. With an increase of personnel, vehicle movement and high tempo training brought on with XCTC, the risk of accidents increases as does the need for increased law-enforcement patrolling. The MPs have not actively worked on Camp Edwards in more than ten years. During the interim the

Massachusetts State Police and contract security have handled the responsibility of post security. The 972nd began their mission on June 1 and will continue until the conclusion of the XCTC exercise near the end of the month. “Our mission is to ensure a safe training environment,” said Maj. Bryan K. Pillai, Camp Edwards provost marshal. “This is a great opportunity to use our law enforcement training,” said Pillai. “These competencies are what we rely on while deployed to train Afghan and Iraqi police.” Pvt. Brett M. Mohr, a military police Soldier with the 972nd said her duties here reiterate the importance of the job MPs are performing. Mohr, a South Boston native, added that the safety patrols are a good thing with the large numbers of people here for XCTC. Pfc. Eddie Gomez, a 972nd MP from Clinton said the assignment was a great experience and he was proud to be providing security and safety for the Soldiers training on post. “This Ceremony demonstrates a level of interagency cooperation that is unique to the Massachusetts National Guard,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas J. Sellars, commander of the Massachusetts Army National Guard. “The Massachusetts Guard has a long standing and mutually beneficial relationship with local officials and agencies,” said Lt. Col. Jack McKenna, public affairs officer, Massachusetts National Guard. “We have a great relationship with all branches of the service,” said Cummings. “We’re thrilled to have them here.”

Surgeon reviewed the case and recommended transport of the patient after commercial sources were unable to accept the mission. Although late into their duty day, CGNR2129 departed Pease Airport enroute to Nantucket Island, landing with over 7 hours of accrued flight time from their previous mission. Once on deck, CGNR2129 was surprisingly notified that they were released from the case, as Boston Medflight agreed to provide transport. Noting that the weather was rapidly deteriorating, CGNR2129 delayed their departure, desiring to remain on scene until properly relieved by the Medflight asset. This instinctive action was crucial to the mission success, as the expected Medflight aircraft experienced a mechanical failure, once again, preventing them from completing the mission. Postured for further tasking, CGNR2129 was “turned back on” to the MEDEVAC mission, transporting the patient and a nurse to awaiting medical personnel at Boston Logan Airport. Landing with over 8 hours of accrued individual flight time, CGNR2129 requested a Commanding Officer’s waiver to exceed individual flight time in order to return the crew and aircraft back to home station where they “bagged”.Crew members were:

• Aircraft Commander: Lieutenant Commander Rachel Eldridge;

• CoPilot: Lieutenant Commander Douglas Watson • Dropmaster: Petty Officer Thomas Frost• Sensor System Operator: Petty Officer Jamar Jones • Sensor System Operator: Petty Officer Spencer Vince

Sheriff deputizes Mass Guard MPs

By Army Sgt. 1st Class Don Veitch65th Press Camp Headquarters

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Pirates, sheriffs sit atop softball standings The action on the softball diamonds has been hot and heavy and it is two and old rivals who have dominated the league action so far as the OTIS NOTICE Pirates and the Barnstable County Sheriffs both have maintained a perfect record so far. The Pirate stand at 14-0 while the Sheriffs are right on their heels at 12-0. After the 4th of July fireworks, the teams will hook up on July 8th to see who will claim the regular season title and the number one seed heading into the playoffs. Not far behind are the Marine Lodge Masons who have improved every year that they have been in the league and this year they have a solid 9-3 record, while the new Falmouth team; “Got The Runs” checks in at 8-4. GTR started off the season 8-0, but then ran into the Sheriffs and Pirates that started them on a four game skid. GTR Coach Jim Redmond feels his team will rebound and is looking for a chance during the playoffs to do battle again with the Pirates or Sheriffs. Unfortunately some of the teams lost players who were called to duty for the Gulf oil spill, but for the most part the teams have got out there and gave it their all as every team is fighting for a higher playoff seed. Air Force Pave PAWS checks in with a 6-8 record, while Army Team Patriot is 4-6, three teams have 3 wins, as the Eagles Nest (3-9), Average Joes (3-9) and the Air Station Crush are 3-11. The Misfits are 2-8 and the Strikeouts are 2-10, the KO’s are one of those teams who were hit hard by the oil spill, but they are getting people back and hope to snag a few wins as the season winds down

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Incoming!Shane Reese of the Air Station Crush motors into 3B just ahead of the throw, which is waiting to be caught by Pirate 3B Larry “Inferno” Machado.

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Crush one:Shane Reese of the Air Station Crush team smacks a hit. (L-R) Looking on are the Pirates Jarad Lemeiux and Umpire Tammy McGlaughlin

Turn it! 2B Jarad Lemeiux of the Pirates fields a grounder and gets ready to flip the ball to SS to start a double play, Mike “Hoad” Hoadley is behind him backing him up.

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The above service members also represented themselves outstandingly at the 3:00 official weigh-in as each weighed in their catch of the day & again were applauded for their fine efforts. ABA director, Bob Medeiros commented that this was the competing service members first ever bass tournament and under some tough weather conditions, each demonstrated that when conditions are tough,the tough get going. Bob also commented that our Division 5 members were extremely proud to host this event and look forward to the next one to be held also @ Long Pond, Freetown, MA on Sunday, July 11th, 2010.

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The MWR Intern Program offers students earning college credit toward a degree in a MWR-related field the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, while assisting with our mission to uplift the spirits of the Coast Guard Family. Eric Bond (left) hails from Kutztown, Pennsylvania. He is a senior at Lock Haven University in Pennsylvania, PA majoring in Recreation Management, with a minor in Leadership Studies. Dave Meyer (right) visits the Cape from Queensbury, NY. Dave is a senior at the University of New Hampshire majoring in Recreation Management and Policy . Dave is excited about leading the new “Kids Golf Club”. This golf activity will teach youth; swing fundamentals, golf etiquette, and club selection. The club is free and will meet at the Falcon golf course on Tuesday and Thursday, 10-11:00 through the summer - preregistration is required. The clubs are being provided by a grant from U.S. Kids Golf. Eric is planning a Pinewood Derby (racing miniature wood cars down a track) to be held on Wed, 11 August. This will be a great opportunity for families to work

together to build their own cars. More information about this event will be advertised in the Rec Deck and next month’s Otis Notice Both interns will be leading pool fun, Curtis Field games, and special events. Please feel free to contact Dave and Eric at 508.968.6446 or DavidJ.Meyer@uscg.mill or EricS.Bond@uscg.mil.

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Senior Airman Hobbs gets ride of lifeBy Senior Airman James Regan

Courtesy of The SeagullMaster Sgt. Kevin Eccleston calls it a “ terrific chance for

unit members to earn a once in a lifetime opportunity.”Senior Airman David Hobbs said it was “awesome ... the

best ride on anything that moves ... ever.”Both men are excited and both have good reason to be.On Oct. 21, Airman Hobbs became the first wing member

to qualify for a ride in the F-15 Eagle through the AIR

Program - An Incentive Ride. With this program, unit mem-bers who refer three individuals, who enlist with the 102nd,qualify for an hour-long incentive flight. A preflight briefing,presentation in life support, use of the virtual reality para-chute simulator, and a debriefing also are included.

Individuals who enlisted after September 2003 can countthemselves toward the three needed for a flight.The samegoes for anyone who reenlisted after that date.

“We pulled 9 Gs! It was awesome!” said Airman Hobbs,out of breath. When asked if he would do it again, he didn’thesitate, “in a heartbeat.”

Sergeant Eccleston, a production recruiter, shares thatenthusiasm. “This program works because the commandersupports it. If people just put a little effort in, they could endup flying high. This is better than any bonus I could offer.People need to realize millionaires couldn’t buy this experi-ence”.

Adopted in September 2003, the AIR Program providesunit members with the chance to a take flight. Before this,incentive flights were reserved for award winners.

“They’re helping out their unit, not just the recruiters,”

Photo by Tech. Sgt. Sandra NiedzwieckiSenior Airman David Hobbs gives a thumbs-up before hisF-15 incentive ride with Capt. Sean Halbook last month.

added Sergeant Eccleston. “Who cares about pencils andFrisbees compared to this ride? No one does.”

For more about the program, contact the 102nd Recruit-ing Office at (508) 968-4994.

Career advisor wasn’t sure about jobBy Senior Airman James Regan

Courtesy of The SeagullTech. Sgt. Ellie Brosseau gets a distinct gleam on her face

when she talks about being unit career advisor for the 102ndCommunications Flight.

Smiling, her hands adding motion to the already ani-mated explanation of her position, she said, “The program, Ithink, is a really good one, when used properly. When peopleget actual, real attention from their supervisors that doesn’thave to do with discipline, it’s amazing what it will do forpeople.”

Because of her fine work, in October, Sergeant Brosseauwas presented the Unit Ca-reer Advisor of the YearAward by Col. PaulWorcester, wingcommander.

Her enthusiasmfor the job is some-what of a contrast forsomeone who hadreservations abouttaking on the addi-tional duty.

“When (SeniorMaster Sgt.)Andy (Heckler) ap-proached me, he saidthe person needed tobe outgoing and talk-ative. I said to my-self: ‘You gotta bekidding me!’ Half ofthis flight doesn’tknow who I am! Iwork in telephone closets andclimb on roofs. When theysee me, its usually tofix something.”

Sergeant Heckler thoughtotherwise.

“She has high moral stan-dards. You can see it in herson. I thought she’d betheperfect person to hand outadvice.”

As a 28-year veteran of the armed services, SergeantBrosseau certainly has enough experience to give advice.

After joining the Air Force, she worked as a crew chief forthe 509th Bomb Wing at Pease Air Force Base, N.H. Afterusing the Palace Chase program to transfer into the 157th AirRefueling Wing, also at Pease, as a traditional guard member,she joined the 102nd in 1982. While working as an informa-tion assurance specialist on the weekends, she was a main-frame help desk technician for Putnam Investments in Bos-ton.

“I couldn’t make tech sergeant because they didn’t havea slot. So, I went to the retention office and said I’d like to stayin this place, but not if I’m going to spend the next 10 years

as a staff sergeant.’”That experience

has helped her whenshe has talked to oth-ers in her job as acareer advisor.“That’s one of thethings that’s interest-ing about being a unitcareer advisor, it’snot always about notliking your job.Sometimes it’s aboutwanting to makemaster sergeant ... Iget to help people ma-neuver their wayaround.”

“Mid-career Air-men start havingquestions about fam-

ily support and family readiness. These types of thingsencourage enlisted people and their supervisors to worktogether and resolve issues. It can encourage supervisors tobe a mentor and provide information.”

Sergeant Brosseau works full-time in the Communica-tions Flight as an information technology specialist. Shelives in Wareham with her son, Barry, who is a freshman atWorcester Polytechnic Institute.

As a single parent, she’s familiar with some of the issuesmilitary personnel have. “I prefer the term ‘unmarried’ ratherthan divorced” she said, laughing.

Tech. Sgt. Elle Brosseau

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