But when other soldiers in the battalion found out the classes were offered, they wanted to participate. Our last government class was comprised of 36 soldiers from this battalion and other units on post, from warrant officers to privates. However, as with nearly every program injected into the Army, the scheduling of such a program has to remain flexible. The instructors have been very helpful in adjusting their schedules to accommodate our training missions. Mrs. Kathy Walsh, our education counselor, deserves a lot of the credit for making these classes a reality.
Unit personnel are quick to agree that having the classes in the battalion area is convenient.
For some, being able to attend college classes is not only grand, but also a surprise. Michael J. Kemp, a fire direction specialist in the battery. Some guys are here for the college money, but if they have time to go to school before they get out of the Army, it will save them time.