Month: May 2023

Source: United States Navy

“When I joined the Navy, I was just a regular kid and didn’t know what was going on. I wanted to get the benefit of going to college but along the way I found out more and more that I liked what I was doing in the Navy,” Chan said. “I realized that I could help other countries, teach other Sailors, and become the face of the Navy as a recruiter.”

Reflecting on his past, Chan commented, “I am unique as a Sailor because I am American Chinese, born and raised in China. I never thought that I could join the U.S. Navy and be a Chief. I think my unique gift as a leader is ‘me’ – because I proved that if you work hard, anything is possible.”

As for his fellow Chinese American Sailors, Chan remarked, “Our contribution to the Navy is huge; we are on every single ship. You are going to see Chinese [American] Sailors on every single ship now. We always do what we can to make the mission successful.”

When asked about what he admires in other leaders, Chan responded, “I admire leaders who listen and are patient with Sailors. I believe every Sailor deserves a chance to do better. I also wish that all leaders would take their time to learn or understand different cultures, especially since some Sailors did not grow up in the U.S. or they grew up from different backgrounds.”

As a recruiter and team leader during COVID-19, Chan remained focused on manning the next generation of Sailors.

“When we were in COVID, we couldn’t do much, and we were hit pretty hard, but we never gave up,” Chan said. “We worked out a schedule, and we were able to hit all our targets. We ended up getting Region East of the Year two years in a row, and I am so proud of my team there.”

After a slightly longer than anticipated naval career, Chan’s advice for other Sailors, leaders, and teams is simple:

“You must listen to the Sailors. Leadership can go both ways, and everyone is going to be different. That is why diversity is so important, it allows us to maximize the potential of all Sailors.”

Throughout May, the U.S. Navy joins nation in recognizing Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders of various nationalities and ancestry, including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Southeast Asian, Asian Indian, and Polynesian, have a rich legacy of service and sacrifice in the Navy dating back to the 19th century.

Retired Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr. once said,“When we recognize and capitalize on the strength that diversity brings to the Navy, we are better able to develop new ideas and reach out to partners in the world.”

The Navy is committed to enabling a workforce demographic similar to that of the nation it serves. The MyNavy HR Team, comprised of more than 26,000 dedicated professionals stationed worldwide, attracts, develops and manages the talent that ensures our advantage at sea while providing exceptional HR service to our Sailors and their families.

To learn more about the Navy’s mission to strengthen diversity, equity and inclusion, visit:

https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Support-Services/Culture-Resilience/Diversity-Equity-Inclusion/

For more news from the Chief of Naval Personnel, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube, or visit https://www.navy.mil/cnp.

Source: United States Navy

Prior to his time in the Navy, Peng served as an Army Combat Medic Sergeant from 2018 to 2022, where he supported multiple dispersed construction missions, field training exercises, and the Department of Defense’s initial response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Reflecting on his diverse military career and his experiences as a Chinese American, Peng commented, “I have been looked down upon a couple times in the U.S. because people see my face and they automatically think ‘oh, you’re not American’ or ‘you’re just some China-man.’ These experiences make me mad, but they also motivate me to work harder. I want to be a great American and I want to give back to this country that took me in.”

Peng is also a proud member of the Chinese American Military Support organization (CAMS), where he serves his local community, mentors other Sailors, and receives support from Navy leaders.

“CAMS is very supportive of all service members and is a great resource to learn the ‘right’ way to do things in the military, Peng said. “CAMS leaders have always said, ‘hey, don’t be afraid to dream bigger and do bigger; you can do it.’ I wish every Sailor, leader, and team in the Navy was like this.”  

As a leader, Peng noted the value of empathy, open communication, and active listening to ensure positive team dynamics.

“A leader should be able to understand and relate to the concerns of their team members,” Peng said. “Empathy is also a very valuable quality that helps build up the trust and rapport within the team. By discussing our issues and thoughts openly, we can address and prevent conflict while ensuring everyone is on the same page.”

Through his exemplary performance and continued leadership, Peng hopes to inspire more Asian Americans to serve their country and shape the future of Navy culture:

“Culture change is a very complex issue, but I think if we prioritize leadership development and empower our leaders to foster diversity and pride amongst Sailors, we can create a positive culture that helps with retention and boosts morale.”

Throughout May, the U.S. Navy joins nation in recognizing Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders of various nationalities and ancestry, including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Southeast Asian, Asian Indian, and Polynesian, have a rich legacy of service and sacrifice in the Navy dating back to the 19th century.

Retired Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr. once said, “When we recognize and capitalize on the strength that diversity brings to the Navy, we are better able to develop new ideas and reach out to partners in the world.”

The Navy is committed to enabling a workforce demographic similar to that of the nation it serves. The MyNavy HR Team, comprised of more than 26,000 dedicated professionals stationed worldwide, attracts, develops and manages the talent that ensures our advantage at sea while providing exceptional HR service to Sailors and their families.

To learn more about the Navy’s mission to strengthen diversity, equity and inclusion, visit:

https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Support-Services/Culture-Resilience/Diversity-Equity-Inclusion/

For more news from the Chief of Naval Personnel, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube, or visit https://www.navy.mil/cnp.

Source: United States Navy

Prior to his time in the Navy, Peng served as an Army Combat Medic Sergeant from 2018 to 2022, where he supported multiple dispersed construction missions, field training exercises, and the Department of Defense’s initial response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Reflecting on his diverse military career and his experiences as a Chinese American, Peng commented, “I have been looked down upon a couple times in the U.S. because people see my face and they automatically think ‘oh, you’re not American’ or ‘you’re just some China-man.’ These experiences make me mad, but they also motivate me to work harder. I want to be a great American and I want to give back to this country that took me in.”

Peng is also a proud member of the Chinese American Military Support organization (CAMS), where he serves his local community, mentors other Sailors, and receives support from Navy leaders.

“CAMS is very supportive of all service members and is a great resource to learn the ‘right’ way to do things in the military, Peng said. “CAMS leaders have always said, ‘hey, don’t be afraid to dream bigger and do bigger; you can do it.’ I wish every Sailor, leader, and team in the Navy was like this.”  

As a leader, Peng noted the value of empathy, open communication, and active listening to ensure positive team dynamics.

“A leader should be able to understand and relate to the concerns of their team members,” Peng said. “Empathy is also a very valuable quality that helps build up the trust and rapport within the team. By discussing our issues and thoughts openly, we can address and prevent conflict while ensuring everyone is on the same page.”

Through his exemplary performance and continued leadership, Peng hopes to inspire more Asian Americans to serve their country and shape the future of Navy culture:

“Culture change is a very complex issue, but I think if we prioritize leadership development and empower our leaders to foster diversity and pride amongst Sailors, we can create a positive culture that helps with retention and boosts morale.”

Throughout May, the U.S. Navy joins nation in recognizing Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders of various nationalities and ancestry, including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Southeast Asian, Asian Indian, and Polynesian, have a rich legacy of service and sacrifice in the Navy dating back to the 19th century.

Retired Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr. once said, “When we recognize and capitalize on the strength that diversity brings to the Navy, we are better able to develop new ideas and reach out to partners in the world.”

The Navy is committed to enabling a workforce demographic similar to that of the nation it serves. The MyNavy HR Team, comprised of more than 26,000 dedicated professionals stationed worldwide, attracts, develops and manages the talent that ensures our advantage at sea while providing exceptional HR service to Sailors and their families.

To learn more about the Navy’s mission to strengthen diversity, equity and inclusion, visit:

https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Support-Services/Culture-Resilience/Diversity-Equity-Inclusion/

For more news from the Chief of Naval Personnel, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube, or visit https://www.navy.mil/cnp.

Source: United States Navy

USNCC worked with Arizona State University to provide a naval-relevant degree program focused on those who work in supply and logistics for the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.

“We’re excited to further the lifelong learning process of the naval logistics community,” said USNCC’s President Randi R. Cosentino, Ed.D. “These Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen will develop a set of skills and earn credentials that set them up for success for the rest of their lives.”

This degree includes the Naval Studies Certificate, a five-course, fifteen-credit program based on naval sciences courses taught in the U.S. Naval Academy and Naval ROTC programs. These 15 credits are applied to the associate degree programs and count towards the required courses for the degree. The courses include Naval Ethics and Leadership; Modern Naval History; Naval Force Design and Concepts; Civilian and Military Organization, Policies, and American Government; and the certificate capstone course Introduction to Geopolitics. 

The Associate of Science in Logistics (Maritime) degree is completed completely online and has established pathways to one of several related four-year degrees with little to no loss of credit. The Associate of Science in Logistics (Maritime) with ASU, which is pending approval from the Arizona Board of Regents and ASU faculty governance, will have an established transfer path to a Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management, a Bachelor of Arts in Business (Global Logistics), a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Business and Technology Solutions, or Bachelor of Arts in Entrepreneurial Leadership offered by ASU. Included in the AS is the Certificate of Maritime Logistics.

“Whether it’s boots, beans, or bullets, these naval professionals make it happen,” said Sgt. Maj. Michael Hensley, USNCC’s senior enlisted leader, about the maritime logistics degrees. “We want our maritime logistics professionals to work smarter and more efficiently, and furthering their education will help impact the entire naval force for the better.”

Active duty enlisted Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen and Coast Guard Reservists can fill out an application on the USNCC website, www.usncc.edu. The first courses will start in August 2023.  

The United States Naval Community College is the official community college for the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. To get more information about the USNCC, go to www.usncc.edu. Click on the student interest form link to learn how to be a part of the USNCC Pilot II program.

Source: United States Navy

The purpose of “Mission Possible” is to better inform members of the command on the tactics, techniques, and procedures of the three science directorates to include the resource acquisitions and administrative directorates.

NAMRU San Antonio’s mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of Department of Defense personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations.

It is one of the leading research and development laboratories for the U.S. Navy under the DoD and is one of eight subordinate research commands in the global network of laboratories operating under the Naval Medical Research Command in Silver Spring, Md.