JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. -- Service members from units across Team McChord and 17 members from various Air National Guard units across Washington & Oregon gathered to celebrate a significant milestone as they graduated from the Community College of the Air Force. The ceremony, held earlier today, recognized their dedication to advancing their education and supporting the Air Force mission with enhanced knowledge and skills.
The graduates, representing units including the 62d Airlift Wing, 627th Air Base Group, and specialized tactical squadrons, completed programs that contribute to their professional development and operational effectiveness.
Completing a CCAF degree is a notable accomplishment, as only about 17 percent of Air Force enlisted personnel hold an associate degree through the CCAF. This achievement underscores the commitment of these Airmen to continuous learning, setting them apart in their dedication to both personal and professional development. Their pursuit of higher education not only enhances their skill sets but also bolsters the operational effectiveness of their units.
“In addition to the personal and professional benefits, the CCAF degree also benefits the military as a whole,” said Chief Master Sgt. Kristy Korchak-Campbell, 62d Airlift Wing command chief. “As a well-educated force, it makes us a more effective force. Service members with a CCAF degree are better equipped to handle the complex challenges of modern warfare, more likely to innovative, tactical and resilient in the face of adversity.”
The CCAF graduation underscored the emphasis McChord Field places on continuous learning and professional growth, reinforcing the strategic objectives of both the Air Force and its joint partners.
Congratulations to CCAFs newest graduates!
MSgt Bias, Justin, 1 ASOS
SSgt Barker, Bryce, 17 STS
MSgt Aalgaard, Tyler, 22 STS
SSgt Oaks, Jaylyn, 22 STS
SSgt Sanchez, Jose, 22 STS
MSgt Searle, Aaron, 22 STS
SSgt Henry, Kyle, 373 TRS
SSgt Rieboldt, Jeffrey, 373 TRS
SSgt Young Lozano, Jonathan, 373 TRS
MSgt Felkins, Jamie, 5 ASOS
SSgt Henderson, Joshua, 5 ASOS
SSgt Salivar, Colton, 5 ASOS
SrA Barrett, Nicole, 62 AMXS
A1C Bailey, Sean, 62 AMXS
SrA Ledbetter, Dustin, 62 AMXS
SSgt Maysho, Otan-Asou, 62 AMXS
SSgt Munoz Herrera, Luis, 62 AMXS
SrA Richards, Reece, 62 AMXS
SSgt Dancer, Trenton, 62 APS
SSgt Davis, Michael, 62 APS
SSgt Steward, Brandon, 62 APS
SSgt Blakely-Ruiz, Rachel, 62 MDS
SrA Antonio, Maria Toniriza, 62 MDS
SrA Schultz, Erica, 62 MDS
SSgt Butchko, Aubriana, 62 MXG
SrA Freeland, Kevin, 62 MXG
TSgt Areniego, Jamian, 62 MXS
A1C Bruneau, Christopher, 62 MXS
SSgt Froberg, Eric, 62 MXS
SrA Maloy, Clinton, 62 MXS
SrA Mojarro, Jesus, 62 MXS
SSgt Poorman, William, 62 MXS
TSgt Wallen, Carlos, 62 MXS
SSgt Pritchard, Trinity, 62 OSS
TSgt Weiler, Aaron, 62 OSS
SrA Hanson, Valeria, 627 CES
SSgt Lopez, Alex, 627 CES
SrA McKeon, Derek, 627 CS
SrA Thomas, Marcus, 627 CS
SrA Jolicoeur Jay, Jennifer, 627 FSS
TSgt Platte, Christopher, 627 FSS
SSgt Adams, John, 1 ASOS
SrA Taylor, Amanda, 22 STS
TSgt Murphy, Brian, 22 STS
SSgt Reed, Connor, 22 STS
MSgt Clark, Anthony, 373 TRS
SSgt Miller, Patrick, 373 TRS
SrA Olson, Emily, 5 ASOS
A1C Cooper, James, 62 AMXS
SSgt Norris, Daniel, 62 AMXS
SrA Carter, Melissa, 62 AMXS
SSgt Thompson, Kyle, 62 APS
SSgt Grant, Megan, 62 MDS
SrA Lee, Samuel, 62 MDS
TSgt Hughes, Derek, 62 MXS
A1C Watson, Caleb, 62 MXS
SSgt Ford, Lucas, 62 MXS
SrA Nelson, Chris, 62 MXS
SSgt Bell, Alexander, 62 MXS
TSgt Brown, Michelle, 62 OSS
SrA Sanchez, Laura, 627 CES
SSgt White, Aaron, 627 CS
SrA Douglas, Peter, 627 CS
TSgt Green, Joshua, 627 FSS
SSgt Harris, Katherine, 627 FSS