Road Runner Staff

Cmdr. Derek WessmanCommanding Officer

Cmdr. Alex OrtizExecutive Officer

CMDCM(SCW/SW) Eric ColeCommand Master Chief

MC1(AW) Adrian MelendezPublic Affairs Officer

Editor/Layout and Design

The Road Runner is a monthlynewslet-ter produced by the U.S. Navy Recruit-ing District Phoenix Public Affairs. It is intended primarily, but not exclusivly, for the use, information and entertain-ment of it’s active duty and reserve members, civilian employees and their families. Any views exspressed herin are not necessarily the official postions of the U.S. Navy. The Road Runner staff encourages feedbacl from it’s readers. Please submit all articles, suggestions, ideas, comments, photos, compliments or complaints to MC1(AW) Adrian Melendez at adrian.b. melendez@navy.mil.

Inside This Issue

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Page 5 RDAC

Page 7 United Food Bank

Page 8 Mega DEP

Page 10 Around the Fleet

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COMMAND CORNERBrand MattersCmdr. Derek WessmanNRD Phoenix, Commanding Officer

What’s your brand? … No, not the brand of car you drive, clothes you wear or other product you use, but what makes you, YOU and how do others perceive you? In other words, what’s your reputation? The more appropriate question may be “What do you want it to be and do your actions support it? As the saying goes “Actions speak louder than words,” accordingly as the “Face of the Navy to our Nation,” our actions must support the Navy’s brand as a Global Force For Good, but it doesn’t stop there. “Brand matters at every level,” says Stephen M.R. Covey. This statement begs two questions: What is meant by “every level” and why does it matter? Every level refers all the way to the individual. In our case, it starts with America’s global reputation, the Armed Forces in general, the Navy’s reputation in comparison to other services, NRD

Phoenix’ reputation among the other NRDs, etc… all the way to our reputations as individuals. Are we reliable? Do our actions demonstrate our core values of Honor, Courage & Commitment? To those who know us well, the answer comes easily, but unfamiliarity often raises skepticism, until proven otherwise. That’s where our actions come in. Events like the three MEGA-DEP meetings we had this past month, go a long way in breaking down that skepticism because the Future Sailors saw leadership in action from their mentors/recruiters and demonstrated their own leadership skills, while the families were able to observe the sincerity in our commitment to their son/daughter/sister/brother/etc.

So why does brand matter? First, we all make decisions every day based on reputation – the reputation of a company, school, product or an individual. Think about the last time you did a PCS move. If you have school age kids, you probably consulted Greatschools.com or similar website to find the school with the best reputation. Also, companies like Angieslist.com built its entire business model around developing business reputations through consumer comments. What would our customers’ comments be about our station, district and our Navy? Second, reputation breeds success by attracting customers and building a referral network that grows and enriches our market, becoming

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Shipmates and FamiliesThis month I want to share an ar-ticle about substance abuse.

MC1(AW) LaTunya Howard, Navy Personnel Command Pub-lic Affairs

MILLINGTON, Tenn. - ‘Who Will Stand Your Watch’ is a new sub-stance abuse prevention campaign recently launched by the Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Preven-tion (NADAP) office officials said Feb 28. The focus of the campaign is to educate Sailors on the nega-tive impact substance abuse can have on their careers, family and shipmates. “Sailors have a personal responsibility to consider the effect their absence will have on their unit and their shipmates if he or she is removed from duty as a result of a substance abuse incident,” said Dorice Favorite, NADAP director. NADAP is using television public service announcements,

posters and pamphlets to heighten awareness of how poor decision making by Sailors in abusing drugs or alcohol diminishes command readiness. “A Sailor’s decision to use drugs has a bad impact on the workforce,” said Yeoman 1st Class (SW/AW) Latashia Graham, Navy Personnel Command (NPC) secre-tariat office. “Now you put Sailors that work for you or work with you in the position of having to do your job and theirs which makes it more stressful for everyone.” According to Favorite, the number of alcohol incidents and Sailors testing positive for illicit drugs has decreased over the years, but substance abuse continues to put lives and missions at risk. For that reason, it benefits everyone to prevent substance abuse from oc-curring rather than dealing with its consequences. Prevention requires responsibility and accountability at all levels. “The campaign is a pro-ac-tive approach to substance abuse,” said Favorite. “It forces Sailors to

ask themselves who will stand my watch when I lose my career or even my life due to drug or alcohol abuse.” Even with the emergence of new designer drugs the Navy maintains a zero tolerance policy for illegal drug use, reinforced by the separation of 1,515 Sailors in fiscal year 2011. The Armed Forces Medical Examiner Services cur-rently tests for designer drug com-pounds for Navy Criminal Investi-gative Services (NCIS) cases.

Know Where to Get HelpCMDCM(SCW/SW) Eric ColeNRD Phoenix Command Master Chief

the proverbial “self-licking ice cream cone.” Third, reputation doesn’t just attract customers; it attracts talent, which is crucial in this FIT recruiting environment. Finally, it attracts and motivates internal talent as well. Everyone wants to join a winning team, but what makes it a winning team is the ownership that each member has in its shared vision and is demonstrated through the daily actions of its members aimed at bringing their vision to life and

solidifying their brand. As we go forward and face

the challenges of our mission, remember our vision…

NRD Phoenix VisionA Pro-Active, Results-

Oriented TEAM that inspires TRUST & CONFIDENCE in one another, in our applicants, in our Navy customers and in our leaders through daily actions based on CHARACTER, COMPETENCE & LEADERSHIP… making NRD Phoenix the “go-to” District for duty assignment, answers and

RESULTS.I am continually impressed

with your professionalism and drive to make our Navy even stronger. Your daily actions demonstrate that we are a local force for good as well. Navy Week Phoenix presents a unique opportunity to strengthen our brand even more at the local level. Let’s seize this opportunity to bring our brand to life. Thanks for your continued Honor, Courage & Commitment to our mission.

Stay Hungry! Skipper

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It’s no surprise or secret that many Sailors in the Navy take part in organized sports. Whether in be a command basketball team, softball league, or the Navy wres-tling team, Sailors use these orga-nized teams to stay fit as well as to continue on the competitive spirit many have shown while playing intramural and high school sports prior to their service. One Navy Recruiting District Phoenix Sailor has found a love and passion for a not too common sport for Ameri-cans, but for our brothers in Eng-land and Australia. A native of Bronx N.Y., Cryptology Technician Collection 1st Class Robert Fletcher, grew up playing football, baseball and wrestling, but stumbled upon the game of Rugby while stationed in Virginia in 2001, and currently plays for the Tempe Rugby Club in Tempe, Ariz. “I had a Senior Chief who

played ask me if I wanted to try it out and I have loved playing ever since,” Fletcher said. Often compared to Ameri-can football, the differences be-tween game play, language and the ball itself are very apparent at first glance. “The similarities between rugby and football are running, tackling and kicking. And that’s it,” said Fletcher, a former high school football running back and current rugby hook and prop . “The point system is generally similar, only in rugby you get five points for a try (touchdown) and two points on the conversion.” One of the biggest differ-ences is the lack of pads in a sport that is almost as full contact as it’s American counterpart. Fletcher said that even though they don’t wear pads he hasn’t ever suffered any major injuries, and attributes the lack of

pads in the game to why there are not as many injuries as he has seen in football. “Both are very tough sports. The reason I think there are more injuries in football is because of the padding. Players are less fearful of injury,” said Fletcher. “In rugby it’s more skill than brute force. In rugby you have to wrap your arms around the opposing player and take them to the ground rather than just being able to blind side them or hit them to get them to the ground.” During Fletcher’s time being stationed in Phoenix he has played for two different rugby clubs and has competed in the rugby regional’s in Southern Cali-fornia last year after winning the Arizona state Championship. “It’s an ever changing game. I’m still learning it,” he said. “It’s a lot of fun and really suits my needs to play a physical sport and keep being competitive.” If you know of an NRD Phoenix Sailor, or Future Sailor, that has an interesting hobby or story to spotlight in the Road Runner please contact the Public Affairs Officer.

Not Your Everyday FootballBy MC1 Adrian Melendez

CTR1 Robert Fletcher (center right) from NRDPhoenix Headquarters takes part in a Scrum during a rugby match. Fletcher currently plays for the Tempe Rugby Club in Tempe, Ariz.

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February has been a busy time of year around the District with numerous career fairs, “Mega-DEP” events, and of course…Navy Week Preparations. As we continue to focus on upcoming mission milestones, student graduations and the upcoming NROTC “season” -RDAC is on your side! It is a common misconception that there is only one “right” way to design and facilitate your community events, Future Sailor mentoring and daily recruiting objectives. Following tradition (as in “we do it this way because this is the way we have always done it”) stifles creativity and most often yields mediocre results at best. The most important skill that most successful recruiters recognize is the ability to present the “Navy Story” in such a way as to broaden and stir interest within his or her targeted audience. Fortunately, TEAM PHOENIX

has recently enjoyed several opportunities to partner with our RDAC TEAM members to inform and support our Future Sailors,

prospects, educators and centers of influence to our nation’s maritime

Put RDAC to Work on Your Side By Daymond Howell

Francis Ruiz, Tammy Anger, Tonie Anies from Navy Federal Credit Union in Glendale, Ariz., passed out information and training to Sailors and Future Sailors at Division Six’s Mega DEP meeting Feb. 11. The three represenatives assisted in educating those in attendance on finacial prepardness and predetory lending.

Rico Lollie, a recent Navy Human Resources Officer select, is the Assistant Director of Student Services with the Maricopa Skill Center which is a broader part of the Maricopa Community College System. Prior to his recent promo-tion, Rico served as the Coordina-tor of Veteran Services at the East Valley Veteran Education Center. Under his leadership, Rico created the Future Warrior program that enabled NRD Phoenix personnel to utilize the 5,500 square foot state of the art facility for Division Train-ing, Future Sailor meetings and Command Focus Groups. As As-sistant Director of Student Servic-es, Rico is responsible for Veteran

and Student Initiatives and activity facilitation throughout the center. Rico earned his B.S. from Loui-siana State University and his M.B.A. from American University. He has been a staunch advocate and mentor in all aspects of Student Services and Veteran affairs over the past 12 years. Prior to joining the Maricopa Commu-nity College District, Rico held Education Administration posi-tions with Corinthian Colleges Inc., Southwest Tennessee Community College and the Baton Rouge Com-munity College System. Rico’s guiding vision is to establish the Maricopa Skill Center as a National Model for Veteran and Student Service.

RDAC Member SpotlightMr. Manrico Lollie

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mission and opportunities for naval service. On February 11, Division Six held its “Mega-DEP” meeting at Paradise Valley Park. Chief Jerrime Gardner, Division Leading Chief Petty Officer for Division Six, recognized the importance of financial responsibility and the prevention of predatory lending practices for both his current and Future Sailors and reached-out to our NFCU RDAC team for support. According to Chief Gardner, “This training gave our Future Sailors the advantage of financial preparedness and its relevance to mission readiness. Also, it added awareness to the many pitfalls involved with predatory lending and its adverse

effect on the Navy family”. Curran McGuckin and Mike Menendez, NFCU- Luke and Mesa Branch Managers look forward to supporting your upcoming Future Sailor and Division training events. The NFCU RDAC Team can also provide first-hand training with topics such as: Budgeting, Understanding your Credit Score, Debt and many other important financial awareness presentations. Innovative ideas that include integrating your RDAC Team into planned recruiting evolutions have shown tremendous potential and results in the Community College market. As a recent example, Manrico “Rico” Lollie, the Assistant Director of Student Services at Maricopa Skill Center and TEAM PHOENIX’s RDAC Diversity Outreach

Committee recently invited NCC Jorell ReichBrooks-NRD Phoenix’s Nuclear Programs Coordinator and ABF2 Pete Williams from NRS Chandler to participate in the 3rd Annual Minority Male Student Conference at Phoenix College. Chief ReichBrooks described the event as a tremendous opportunity to network throughout the entire Maricopa Community College system. More importantly, she had the opportunity to be introduced to campus diversity groups and the Women’s leadership Group that hold promise for future partnerships. As the RDAC Team continues to grow, please do not hesitate to contact LT. Erin Ocker or Daymond Howell to include their many talents into your next event.

If a Sailor needs help with substance abuse, they can contact the command drug and alcohol program advisor (DAPA), contact Military-One Source for a confi-

dential assessment and counseling at no cost to the Sailor, speak with their chain-of-command or their medical care provider. For more information on the ‘Who Will Stand Your Watch’ campaign, visit the NPC Webpage at www.npc.navy.mil, www.face-

book.com/usnavy, www.twitter.com/usnavy, If you, a family member, or a shipmate need help resources are available and ready to assist!Our Command DAPA is MAC(SW) Lau.

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Sailors from the Navy Recruiting Processing Station (NRPS) in El Paso Texas took part in the clean up of The Joe Battle, Loop 375, March 3, in El Paso, Texas. The two mile stretch of highway was adopted by the NRPS and took them approximately three hours to clean up. The quar-terly clean up is part of the Texas Department of Transportation’s Adopt a Highway program. Texas started the program in 1985 and was the first program of its kind in the world. The program is aimed to save taxpayers money while keeping the highways clean and beautiful through community volunteers.

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Over the past month, three divisions held “Mega DEP” (De-layed Entry Program) meetings throughout Phoenix. The meetings are a way for recruiters, Future Sailors and their family members from around the individual divi-sions to get together for training and some friendly competition between recruiting stations. The first Phoenix division to hold their meeting was Divi-sion 6 at Paradise Valley Park, in Paradise Valley, Ariz., Feb. 11, Followed by Division 3 at Red Mountain Park in Mesa, March 3, and Division 4 and Friendship Park in Avondale, March 10. Some of the training that was held at all three events was first aid, proper uniform care and general Navy knowledge. Along with the training, Future Sailors from stations within the division competed in physical events like a

pull up competition or tug-of-war. “It (the event)went very well,” said Future Sailor Jacob Sylvester from Navy Recruiting Station Tempe in Division 3 “I feel even more Jazzed about shipping

MEGA DEPPhoenix Recruiters Setting Up Future Sailors for Recruit Training SuccessMC1 Adrian Melendez

Photo Courtesy of Amanda Ball

Future Sailors from Division 6 partici-pate in a sit-up competition at Paradise Valley Park, Feb. 11. Each recruiting station in the division competed against each other in events ranging from physical to general Navy knowledge in order to take back their division’s trophy back to their station. All three divisions in the Phoenix held similar competitions during the months of February and March. U.S. Navy Photo by MC1 Adrian Melendez

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Navy Recruiting District Phoenix Command Master Chief, Eric Cole, instructs Future Sailors from Division 3 on general first aid procedures at their Mega DEP meeting at Mountain Park in Mesa, Ariz., March 3. Photo Courtesy of Amanda Ball

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out to RTC (Recruit Training Com-mand).” “My favorite event was the tug-of-war event,“ added Sylves-ter. “I learned a lot from the first aid training given by Master Chief Cole. It was great to learn how the simplest things can make the big-gest difference when administering first aid.” Aviation Electronics Tech-nician 1st Class David Mendez from NRS Desert Sky in Division 4 said that these events are very

beneficial for their Future Sailors because it gives them a head start on the type of training they will receive when they report to training in Great Lakes, Ill. “We want to give them a leg up as they transition through recruit training,” said Mendez, who organized the Division 4 Mega DEP. Mendez also said recruiters in today’s Navy play a bigger role in the transition from Future Sailor to Recruit than recruiters of the past, and the extra effort, training and attention overall builds better

Sailors for America’s Navy. “When I joined it was pretty much I saw my recruiter when I signed up and then when it was time for me to go to boot camp he picked me up and sent me on my way,” said Mendez. “These type of events gives them a sense of being part of a team, build camaraderie and also shows them that recruiters aren’t just about getting them in the Navy. We care about their careers and their lives.”

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U.S. Navy photo by MC1 Adrian Melendez

U.S. Navy photo by MC1 Adrian Melendez

U.S. Navy photo by MC1 Adrian Melendez

Photo Courtesy of Amanda Ball

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USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea - The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) departed Norfolk Na-val Station March 11 on the ship’s 22nd and final deployment. Enterprise is slated to de-ploy to the U.S. Navy’s 5th and 6th Fleet areas of operation as part of an ongoing rotation of U.S. forces supporting maritime security opera-tions in international waters around the globe. Working with allied and partner maritime forces, the En-terprise and her accompanying strike group will focus heavily on maritime security operations and theater security cooperation ef-forts designed to maintain regional stability. The Enterprise Carrier Strike Group consists of approxi-mately 5,500 Sailors and Marines who, during the last few months, successfully completed a series of complex training events and certifi-cations to ensure they were capable of operating effectively and safely together. “This Strike Group is trained and ready for the full spectrum of operations,” said Rear Adm. Ted Carter, commander, Enterprise Carrier Strike Group.

“We’re ready to maintain freedom of the sea lanes, project power if directed to do so, and certainly perform a presence mission.” These skills, which will be vital as the Enterprise Car-rier Strike Group travels to the 5th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR) in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), were recently tested during the carrier’s Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX). “During my time as Com-mander, U.S. Fleet Forces Com-

mand, I haven’t sent a strike group underway that is as ready as you are,” said Adm. John C. Harvey, Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, while addressing the crew of Enterprise prior to the ship getting underway. “No one has done as much to get ready, worked as hard, and accomplished as much in every warfare area. You should be very proud of what you’re going to be doing once you get to where you’re going...where the business

Enterprise Departs on Final DeploymentFrom Enterprise Carrier Strike Group Public Affairs

Sailors man the rails as the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) departs Naval Station Norfolk for its final deployment. U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Matthew Perreault

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of the nation needs you.” For Enterprise, the Navy’s first nuclear-powered aircraft car-rier, the deployment represents the culmination of more than 50 years of distinguished service. Commissioned in 1961, the Enterprise is both the largest and oldest active combat vessel in the Navy. Enterprise’s age, however, does not impact its effectiveness. “Enterprise is as ready and capable as she has ever been throughout her 50 years,” said Capt. William C. Hamilton, Com-manding Officer of Enterprise. “The ship and crew’s performance during work-ups demonstrates that the world’s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier has never been more relevant.” Throughout its storied his-tory, Enterprise has played a role in the Cuban Missile Crisis, Vietnam, Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom, and was one of the first

Navy assets deployed following the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. The importance of the role Enterprise has played in both national and naval history is a fact not lost on the Sailors and Marines currently aboard the ship. “The crew is very mindful that we are following the legacy of the more than 200,000 Sailors who have come before us during the last 50 years,” said Hamilton. “It’s the Sailors of this great warship, and the Sailors that have served aboard Big E over the past half-century that have established the legacy she enjoys.”

Enterprise was designed in the late 50’s for a 25-year lifespan, and the Nimitz-class carriers were designed for 50 years. “To effectively double the service life of a ship as complex as Enterprise speaks volumes about the design strengths of the world’s first nuclear-powered carrier, the Navy’s commitment to cost effec-tiveness, and our Sailors hard work and innovation throughout the last

half-century to keep her going strong,” said Hamilton.

Enterprise is scheduled for deacti-vation and eventual decommission-ing following its anticipated return later this year, marking the end of the carrier’s legendary 50-plus years of service.

The Enterprise Carrier Strike Group is comprised of Enterprise, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1, De-stroyer Squadron (DESRON) 2, guided-missile cruiser USS Vicks-burg (CG 69), and guided-missile destroyers USS Porter (DDG 78), USS Nitze (DDG 94), and USS James E. Williams (DDG 95). CVW-1 is comprised of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211, Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 251, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137, Car-rier Airborne Early Warning Squad-ron (VAW) 123 and Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron (HS) 11.

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MILLINGTON, Tenn. - Off-duty accidents and illnesses were among the leading causes of death for Sailors in calendar year 2011, said a Navy official March 9. “As service members, we usually remember to update our emergency data prior to a deploy-ment or individual augmentee assignment,” said Hospital Corps-man 1st Class Dana Swope, lead-ing petty officer and licensed mortician, Navy and Marine Corps Mortuary Affairs. “Non-combat related incidents such as car ac-cidents, happen daily so we should

get in the practice of verifying our records at a minimum of twice a year.” Sailors must keep their Record of Emergency Data (DD form 93) and Dependency Appli-cation Record of Emergency Data (NAVPERS 1070/602 also known as your Page 2) updated with their primary and secondary next-of-kin upon marriage, divorce, the birth of a child or any other significant life changing event. During a Page 2 update, Sailors should identify a person authorized to direct disposition (PADD) of the deceased.

“The PADD is the individ-ual the Sailor appoints to oversee arrangements after their death and whom we will take our direction from in fulfilling the Sailor’s final wishes,” said Swope. According to Swope, the Page 2 and Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) forms are among the first documents the Navy will turn to in the event a Sailor is very seriously injured or dies. “Unfortunately, we some-times find out when we need to

Up-to Date Emergency Data Vital for Family ReadinessBy MC1 LaTunya HowardNavy Personnel Command Public Affairs

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notify family members of injury or the death of a service member, that the information [in the Page 2 and SGLI] is outdated or incomplete which hampers the notification pro-cess,” said Swope. “Not maintain-ing up-to-date Page 2 information could delay notification to next-of-kin and the distribution of death benefits.” Also, during a Page 2 up-date, Sailors should identify three people that they would desire to be bedside should they be injured and incapacitated. The Navy has a Bedside program that allows up to three family members to be present at an injured service member’s bed-side should the injury be sufficient enough to warrant it. While illness and death are not the most popular topics to discuss, Swope suggests Sailors address the subject with their loved ones. “Sailors can take a great deal of stress off their family by making sure someone knows their final wishes,” said Swope. “When a Sailor or Marine dies, a uniformed casualty assistance calls officer (CACO) is assigned to contact

their family. CACO notifies the family of the death of their service member and they assist the fam-ily through the entire process.” The CACO is assigned by a regional office under Commander, Naval Installations Command.

A Sailor’s designated beneficiary may receive multiple death ben-efits, i.e. death gratuity, SGLI, unpaid pay and allowances and possible survivor benefit entitle-ments of the service member. Death gratuity is a benefit paid to beneficiary/s designated by the Sailor at no cost to the Sailor. The total amount payable is $100,000, and Sailors may desig-nate up to 10 people to receive it. The amount paid to a beneficiary is specified on the Sailor’s Page 2. SGLI is a life insurance benefit that Sailors elect to pur-chase through payroll deduc-tion. The coverage is available in $50,000 increments up to $400, 000. The designated beneficiary/s are identified on the Sailor’s SGLV 8286, SGLI Election and Certifi-cate. Sailors should access their electronic service record in Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System and their Official Military Personnel Files to verify Page 2

data information regularly. “We have seen firsthand how out dated emergency data can delay notification of next-of-kin and even result in benefits being distributed to former spouses,” said Swope. “I encourage Sailors to review their records and keep them up-to-date.” Contact the Personnel Support Detachment or personnel office if changes to beneficiary data are needed. Maintaining personnel and service records is a key element of readiness, one of the five areas of the 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative which consolidates a set of objectives and policies, new and existing, to maximize Sailor and Marine personal readiness, build resiliency and hone the most combat-effective force in the his-tory of the Department of the Navy. For more information on death benefits, Sailors should con-tact the Navy Casualty Assistance office at 1-800-368-3202/901-874-2501/DSN 882-2501 orcall the Navy Personnel Command (NPC) customer service center (CSC) at 1-866-U-ASK-NPC, email CSC-Mailbox@navy.mil or visit NPC’s website at www.npc.navy.mil.

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Damage Controlman 1st Class Chris-topher Kight, from Phoenix, proposes to his girlfriend after disembarking from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is returning from a seven-month deployment. U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Kenneth Abbate

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