Throughout my 10-year career, I have consistently performed above my peers. The experience that I have amassed though out my career would be an invaluable asset the warrant officer corps. My intelligence and greater understanding of Army aviation makes me an expert at area of the aviation field. I have developed training that enabled a combat aviation brigade maintain all of its Helicopters operational and increasing its operational readiness. I have designing tools that reduce aircraft down times culminating in an above average mission readiness rates. I have earned waivers for promotions, and have been promoted below the zone. My unyielding desire to improve does not stop at a professional level. I have been pursuing an Associate’s
Commissioning in the Air Force has been a life-long aspiration. My grandfathers enlisted, but went on to retire as field-grade officers with careers spanning WW2, the Korean War and the Vietnam conflict. Their experiences inspired me to follow in their footsteps and serve my country. After starting college, I soon enlisted due to financial hardships but my desire to commission never waned. Over 10 years’ service, my goal of commissioning ultimately took a back seat to my missions, Airmen and responsibilities at hand. However, I have always sought out opportunities to advance my abilities through holding key positions and seeking out added responsibilities. By earning a commission, I will continue to grow professionally, improve our Airmen and further expand our service's capabilities.
For years I have aspired to become a part of an elite organization such as the military, and more importantly, the United States Navy. Its reputation for instilling high moral character was encouragement for me to develop into a more mature, responsible, and independent young citizen. There are certain qualities that an officer must possess such as: honor, courage, commitment, and attention to duty, responsiveness to orders, cooperation, loyalty, leadership, integrity, and discipline. Throughout my high school career, I showcased these qualities while an active member of The American Legion of Ohio Buckeye Boy’s State, The National Honor Society, as a leader in the Ohio State Highway Patrol Junior Cadets, Clay and Waite High School Marching Band Alumni, Quiz Bowl, and Top Ten Scholars. I was actively involved in charitable activities such as Math and SOS tutoring, community volunteering, and the Indian 100 Leadership Team, (a volunteer organization on my high school campus). I have shown strength, perseverance and leadership in my participation in wrestling, cheerleading, and bodybui...
There are many things that have impacted my life in a positive way as a result of my military service. For starters, joining the Navy was huge. It got me organized and opened my eyes to an entirely new world, and not just the military service world. The variety of experiences that I’ve had in the service interacting with people from all over the world has helped me grow as a person. However, from the day I entered service, one item or one rank in the structure of the Navy struck me as critical to the operation of the Navy. That item or rank was the position of the Chief Petty Officer. As I entered service I quickly discovered that the Chief was the go to guy and the old saying “ask a chief” had a profound meaning. The Chief was a leader, mentor, and an expert in just about everything, all qualities that I lacked at the time. Then, twelve or so years later, the life changing event for me of being selected as a Chief Petty Officer in the US Navy came to fruition.
It was a shock. The pediatric psychiatrist diagnosed me with a novel maladaptive behavior syndrome known as attention deficit disorder (ADD). My condition has notably hindered my ability to concentrate, organize, and execute both in the classroom and within social spheres. However, I have tried to meet the challenges posed by this mysterious syndrome through a number of approaches. Although they have been arduous, I have improved my control over the consequences of this disorder.
I will complete my undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) with majors in both computer science and physics. I aspire to matriculate at a graduate school with a prominent quantum information department such as either the very competitive Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) or the California Institute of Technology (Cal-Tech). My ultimate goal is to research quantum computing for the United States Department of Defense and/or Department of Homeland Security and develop innovative encryption techniques that will shape the future of national security.
In 1993, I joined the Army National Guard, as a Mechanic. Soon after enlistment, I realized Army life actually suited me; and, despite never having turned a wrench before, I turned out to be a pretty good mechanic. Through the years, I’ve worked hard in hopes that one day I would reach the top of the Army rank structure. Being promoted to the rank of Sergeant First Class was a major accomplishment. As a senior non-commissioned officer, I felt I had arrived and was perfectly content on retiring at this rank. That is until recently, when I realized the possibility existed that I could become a First Sergeant, the highest ranked non-commissioned officer in the company.
I understand the duties of a parental engagement officer requires working with other team members, families and organisations. I am a charismatic individual who loves working within a team and believe that with the support of others a team can achieve more. I am confident in maintaining effective professional relationships. I like to carry out agreed tasks and specifications efficiently and work well when given deadlines. I work well with deadlines as part of my degree I am required to submit assignments and multi-task all the time. To ensure my deadlines are met I try to use my time wisely and schedule my work load. Time management is key in any aspect of work life and education. I have a thorough knowledge of ICT skills, I did ICT for GCSE, I am always using Microsoft word, spreadsheets, PowerPoint etc.
For the past two summers, I worked as a student ambassador for the Summer Immersion Program (SIP). I found out about SIP through my prep school’s (Sandy Spring Friends School) international department. My responsibilities included organizing activities for 100 international summer students with my fellow student ambassadors. I also gave tours through the Washington D.C, Baltimore, NYC, and Philadelphia areas. On the trips, I was responsible for 15-20 kids as I lead them through the big cities and explained anything that they misunderstand. I took students’ attendance on and off the bus. This incredible experience has profoundly influenced my decision to pursue a business degree which would allow me to pick up where I left off last summer; working with SIP as a business leader.
Life is a journey paved with colorful experiences. Mine have lead me on a path to helping others. Continuing my education in a subject that I find fascinating has brought me incredible fulfilment. My goal is to complete The Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology program.
Internships provide students with opportunities to apply theoretical and basic knowledge gained in the classroom. During the field placement period, the agency supervisor becomes the primary teacher, aside from the clients, in the student's day-to-day learning. The supervisor is responsible for coordinates the student's overall experience by helping the student integrate the various pieces of the Field Internship. However, to make the placement, a positive experience supervisor need to be aware of student’s strengths, and learning needs to match assignments accordingly.
I aspire to become a leader in my family and community inspiring those around me to maximize life to its fullest potential. To use my God given gifts and talents to apply the principles necessary, to make a significant difference in the lives of others. To live a balanced life challenging myself intellectually as well as allowing time for my mind to rest and do things I enjoy. To look at life through a child’s eyes, not being distressed about the past or worrying about the future. All the while dancing like nobody’s watching.
I was born in 1985 in what I recalled as a third world country. Born in a hut made out of mud and who knows what. A village where people gather to watch one box tv no bigger than 20 inches. Indoor plumbing was nonexistent. I learned the English language watching TV programs and continued with English as my second language (ESL) until the third grade.
I have asked myself, “Why do I want to be a military officer?” I want to be a military officer so I can be a role model to all Soldiers and civilians. To be an expert in a field of study, so that Soldiers approach me for advice and be a leader to look up to. An officer that knows right from wrong, willing to put the needs of their Soldiers before my own. Lead, mentor, and form young Soldiers to know what it is to be an American Soldier. To keep the traditions of being a military officer as it moves forward in our generation. This is why I want to be an officer in today’s military.
PART I - Considerations TIG: 5.5 years TIS: 11 years Current Training Status: You are completely trained and signed off on all required 7 level tasks and are fully qualified to execute all tasked assigned that fall within your skill level. Team Member Most Probable Preferred Role: Your preferred role is that of a creator, evident by the way you created the Squadron and Group Coins from scratch and was lauded by the Commander. You did assume the other roles as well but didn’t’ assume them until you were guided by others but perfectly assumed the creator with no prompting. Cognitive Preference Behaviors/Indicators: You are more adaptive than I am evident by the way you complete all your tasks in a systematic way, following the rules
My qualifications entails both military work experience as well as academic experience. I have gained numerous attributes and traits that less than 1% of the population receives by joining the military. From analytical thinking to working with NATO forces and local nationals. I’ve served honorably for 6 years, while obtaining numerous awards/certificates, 2 college degrees, and the rank of E-5 within the short amount of time. This attest to my perseverance and my work ethic.