Hodge graduates from officer academy

Air Force Tech. Sgt. Shawn M. Hodge has graduated from the Air Force Non-Commissioned Officer Academy.

During the six-week course, the student received professional-level preparation to take on increased responsibility and a greater leadership role as a noncommissioned officer. Coursework emphasized supervisory skills and ways to be an effective mentor.

The program also included instruction in advanced military leadership management theories and responsibilities; the profession of arms; oral, written, and speaking communication skills; physical fitness training; behavior concepts; and techniques for problem solving and counseling relative to the Air Force mission and organization.

Hodge is the son of Colleen M. Hodge of Junedale and Michael S. Hodge of Tamaqua.

He is a 2001 graduate of Tamaqua Area High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree in 2018 from St. Leo University, St. Leo, Florida.