The 10 visiting students shared great experiences on Saipan and are the first ever Russian student study group to come to the CNMI to study English and other courses.
This is a major step for the development of education-tourism for the islands, according to LISS Director Wayne Pangelinan.
Along with the students came a Russian English teacher and a school official to see how well the CNMI can cater to Russian students when traveling abroad for studies.
“LISS is expanding our reach into other markets aside from the traditional Japanese and Korean markets but also placing some emphasis on the growing China, Russia, and India markets,” Pangelinan said.
The visit of the Russia student group would not have been possible without the commitment and support from the Saipan Grand Hotel and Pacific Development Inc., Pangelinan said. “We are pleased with the outcome and the students expressed their satisfaction and gratitude to all supporters and new friends they have made on island. We hope to continue working with partners to developing more of these types of programs,” he added.
Flores completes Air Force training
WASHINGTON (Office of the CNMI Resident Representative) — On June 27, the U.S. Air Force 737th Training Group out of San Antonio, Texas held its graduation ceremony for over 700 new airmen recruits from across the nation.
Among the proud and newly sworn in Air Force recruit was Airman Basic Joseph S. Flores Jr. of Saipan.
Flores is the eldest son of. Joseph Arriola Flores and Larissa Sablan Flores of San Antonio, Saipan.
Attending the graduation ceremony that day included his relative Walter F. Villagomez of Washington, D.C.
Part of the 320th Training Squadron, Airman Flores completed training as basic airman and will continue his advanced military occupation as security force personnel in the Air Force.
The 737th Training group consisting of eight squadrons provides Air Force basic military Training for all enlisted personnel entering the Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve recruits.
The airman training includes the task and fundamentals of an airman, which includes military discipline, drills and Air Force protocols. The training also instills in recruits core values, physical fitness and comprehensive range of classroom training related to the Air Force life and career.
“It has definitely been a challenging and exciting time for me as an Air Force recruit. The weeks of rigorous and demanding physical and mental training develops and transforms you to a level you never thought you had. The Air Force training helps you to understand the value of leadership, teamwork, attention to detail, and sustaining a positive attitude,” stated Airman Flores. “I highly recommend the Air Force for anyone interested in serving our country with pride and excellence in training and service and also helping to protect our country’s interest around the world. Also I would like to extend thanks to my entire family on Saipan, and most especially my parents, aunts, uncles and siblings for their untiring support while away from home for training.”
“I am deeply proud and honored of Airman Joseph Flores in his commitment and dedication to serve our country during time of need,” said CNMI Resident Rep. Pete Tenorio. “I wish to congratulate Airman Flores in his completion of training and the beginning of a future career in our nations Air Force. He joins the honored ranks of hundreds of our men and women from the Northern Marianas defending America’s freedom, its democratic ideals, and our way of life.”
Upon graduation from Air Force basic military training, Airman Flores will continue his advanced technical training at Lackland Air Base in San Antonio, Texas.
Following advanced training, Flores may likely be transferred to either Hawaii or Guam Air Force Base for his first duty assignment.
Correction
THE press release published on July 24 titled “Sablan Receives Prestigious White House Award” incorrectly stated that Ramon M. Sablan is a retired sergeant major. He is a retired sergeant first class.
Autism Society meeting
THE Autism Society of the CNMI will meet on Saturday, Aug. 2, 5 p.m., in the conference room of Herman’s Bakery.
Information regarding the group and future meetings will be available at this meeting. All families and friends of children with autism are invited to attend.
For additional information, call John at 234-8803/4 or Larrisa at 322-3761 or e-mail as_cnmi@yahoo.com.
Camacho named EMO spokesman
(EMO) — Juan T. Camacho, supervisor of the Emergency Management Office’s seismic section, is EMO’s new public information officer.
Camacho will be will be working closely with reporters, the governor’s press secretary as well as PIOs of other agencies and departments to ensure that accurate and timely information is disseminated to the general public.
“It is critical that our office have a PIO during times of disaster and emergency,” said EMO acting Director Mark S. Pangelinan. “The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security realize the importance of having a PIO.”
Camacho’s contact numbers are 322-9528/9529, 322-8001/8003 or 287-8072. His e-mail address is jtcamacho@cnmiemo.gov.mp.
