“Airmen enrich Airmen,” during lunch and learn Published Aug. 9, 2011 By Senior Airman Spencer Gallien 94th Airlift Wing Public Affairs DOBBINS AIR RESERVE BASE, Ga. -- The Airmen Enriching Airmen program, hosted by the 94th Airlift Wing Human Resource Development Council, recently began holding luncheon briefings for Airmen to learn about various topics including financial investments and reading credit scores. The program began in February, as part of the HRDCs in-reach program, which was created to provide support to Airmen about issues that may arise during their career. "Airmen Enriching Airmen is a concept that allows servicemembers to learn about issues that could affect their daily lives," said Master Sgt. Renee Cooper, 94 AW HRDC co-chair of in-reach program. "The program also gives Airmen, who are experts in a particular field, the opportunity to educate others on their respective fields." The most recent briefings have been on financial investments and credit scores; however, Cooper is currently looking for volunteers who can speak on a variety of subjects. "We would love to discuss a broader range of topics during the luncheons," she added. "We're looking for Airmen who can speak about a variety of issues including healthy living, personal fitness, real estate, and car buying." The Aug. 6 class discussed credit scores. During the class, Cooper instructed Airmen on how to raise credit, how to avoid lowering credit, how credit scores are equated, and how credit scores affect individuals. Staff Sgt. Jasmine Ewing, Base Honor Guard member, attended the most recent credit score class. "I came to the class to learn more about my credit score and how it affects me," she said. "There were quite a few tips during the class that I didn't know about; like keeping your balance on your credit card to no more than 35 percent of your max limit." Before the class, Airmen can get lunch at the Consolidated Club and bring it to the course. "It's a very laid back atmosphere, but we still gain knowledge," said Sergeant Ewing. "More young adults should come out and learn about credit," she added. "Especially when their credit score could directly impact their life." For more information on attending a class or volunteering to instruct a course, contact Cooper at Renee.Cooper.1@us.af.mil.
