WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Rank/Name: Senior Airman Jackie Hwang
Unit: 445th Security Forces Squadron
Duty Title: Fire team member
Hometown: West Carrollton, Ohio
Civilian Job: Full-time student
Education: Associate degree in criminal justice from the Community College of the Air Force. Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership from Wright State University.
Hobbies: Basketball, eating, traveling, board games
Career goal: To serve as a commissioned officer in the Air Force and inspire other enlisted members to further their education, in order to cultivate their professional and personal goal. And continue to be approachable and friendly, be an example as someone who never falters from any challenges.
What do I like about working with the 445th? Never have I worked with a unit that is so helpful and caring. As soon as I arrived and was asked about my goals, they immediately showed interest in helping me achieve them. Every leader I have had the chance to work with has demonstrated what it means to be a leader, and every peer I have had the chance to join forces with has been knowledgeable and insightful. It did not take long for me to find a word that describes the 445th: TEAM!
Why did I join the Air Force? Prior to enlisting, I was unambitious and passionless. I had barely any self-discipline and didn’t have what it takes to achieve my goals and dreams, so I decided to do something drastically different. I told myself I would never join the military, but I did to get out of my comfort zone and learn discipline.