This week’s Up Close features Staff Sgt. Erica Astle, 94th Force Support Squadron education and training manager. Up Close is a series spotlighting individuals around Dobbins Air Reserve Base.
WHERE ARE YOU FROM?
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
WHY DID YOU JOIN?
Transferred from active duty to keep working toward retirement benefits and to use tuition assistance while also still serving my country.
WHAT DO YOU DO ON THE CIVILIAN SIDE?
I’m a contractor, but I’m also a student at Arizona State University.
FAVORITE AIR FORCE EXPERIENCE?
Airman Leadership School because of the camaraderie and memories made there.
WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES?
Offroading! I bought a 2017 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon and am fixing it up and upgrading it. I also enjoy listening to music, as well as being outside doing things like kayaking, playing sports and camping.
PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL GOALS?
Graduate with my bachelor’s in business administration and pursue a master’s degree. I also want to apply for officer training school and become an officer.
IF YOU HAD TO CREDIT ONE THING FOR YOUR SUCCESS IN THE AIR FORCE, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Having good mentors to guide me and also being a good wingman/mentor to fellow Airmen.