Chow Hoy completes Air Force basic training
Chow Hoy completes Air Force basic training
Air Force Airman Jacqueline L. Chow Hoy graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Chow Hoy is the daughter of James Chow Hoy of Hilo. She is a 2003 graduate of Waiakea High School. She earned a bachelor’s degree in 2007 from the University of Hawaii at Hilo.
Statler completes officer leader course
Army 2nd Lt. Barrett A. Statler has graduated from the Infantry Basic Officer Leader Course at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga.
The course is designed to produce physically fit, competent, and confident infantry platoon leaders who are proficient in basic infantry skills. Lieutenants learn adaptive skills and how to train and lead soldiers in infantry platoons to accomplish mission objectives in any environment.
Statler is the son of Ruth and Mark Statler of Keaau. He graduated from a home school program in 2008. He earned a bachelor’s degree in 2012 from the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, Va.