The document summarizes the Monterey Peninsula Navy Day Ball held on October 17th to celebrate the US Navy's 234th birthday. Over 600 sailors, guests, and staff from the Center for Information Dominance Detachment Monterey (CIDDM) and Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) attended. The formal event included traditions like performances by the CIDDM choir and color guard, and toasts given by distinguished guests. Afterward, entertainment included a live band, dancing, and prizes raffled off with funds raised by CIDDM volunteers. The ball honored the US Navy's history and traditions while celebrating its birthday.

1. Monterey Peninsula Navy Day Ball:
Center for Information Dominance Detachment, Monterey
Interpreter
In This Issue:
Celebrating
234 Years
of Tradition
Itwasanightoftraditionandentertainment
at the Monterey Hyatt as local Sailors and
guests attended the Monterey Peninsula Navy
Day Ball on October 17.
Hosted by the Center for Information
Dominance Detachment Monterey (CIDDM),
the MP Navy Day Ball also included officers and
enlisted personnel from the Naval Postgraduate
School (NPS) and the Fleet Numerical Society.
CID Detachment Monterey, Presidio of Monterey Bldg 629A For information or comments on this publication please contact steven.l.shepard@navy.mil
Volume II 14 January 2010
Seaman Miles Burgin takes advantage of a slow song to
share the dance floor with guest Jena Horine during the
Monterey Peninsula Navy Day Ball which was held in cel-
ebration of the Navy’s 234th birthday.
In this second edition of The
Interpreter we feature themes of
past reflection and future prospects,
which seems fitting as we say
goodbye to one decade and enter
upon another.
This edition features a final
farewell from Officer in Charge
LCDR Caver (page 2) and a
celebration of the U.S. Navy’s 234th
birthday (page 1). It remembers the
tragedy and heroics of Pearl Harbor
(page 5) as we pass the Dec. 7
anniversary of the day that will live
in infamy.
It also takes a look to our future
with stories about the reemergence
of the U.S. 10th Fleet/Fleet Cyber
Command (page 6) and the opening
of the much anticipated upgraded
Presidio of Monterey Navy barracks
(page 8). For the first time in this
edition we are also introducing a
new Interpreter staple, the Featured
Civilian Employee (page 8).
Also included in this edition:
• CIDD Sailor sets World Record
(page 2)
• EL1 celebrates the Holiday
Season (page 5)
• A Family Re-enlistment (page 6)
• Sailors Volunteer at SJ Sharks
hockey game (page 7)
• Letter from the SEL (page 2)
• Featured Student and Staff (page 8)
(cont. Navy Ball on page 3)
The
Along with Defense Language Institute Foreign
Language Center staff, honorary speaker RearAdm.
Edward Masso, USN Ret. and guests, the total
number of attendees topped more than 600 people.

2. A NIGHT RICH IN TRADITION
“For many of the junior Sailors attending the
Defense Language Institute Foreign Language
Center that came here straight from boot camp,
this is their first opportunity to see the customs and
traditions of the Navy that makes us what we are,”
said CIDDM Officer in Charge Lt. Cmdr. Leonard
Caver.“TheformalpartofthenightgivestheSailors
a sense of tradition, ownership, and pride of being in
the Navy.”
The United States Navy draws upon its 234 years
of seafaring history to fashion a branch of military
service that is teeming in tradition. Host CIDDM
did honor to this tradition with appearances by the
CIDDM Choir and a precision drill performance
by the CIDDM Color Guard. The national anthem
was sung by CIDDM’s own Presidio of Monterey
Operation Rising Start talent competition winner,
Seaman Kristina Farmer.
While the entire ballroom at the Monterey Hyatt
Hotel was decorated elegantly as befitting of the
occasion, of particular note were the encased
National Ensign centerpieces that adorned each
dining table. The 62 flags sent by the American
Legion each represented a Cryptologic Technician
or naval officer who had given his or her life in
cryptologic missions. Their names were taken from
the “They Served in Silence” Memorial Wall which
is located at NSAheadquarters in Ft. Meade, MD.
In addition, one table in the room sat unoccupied
in honor of those service members who are either
MIAor POW. Though these service members were
unable to share in the night’s festivities, they were
nonetheless not forgotten.
OFFICER IN CHARGE
LCDR Leonard w. Caver
On November 8, 2009 Center for
Information Dominance Detachment
Monterey Sailor Seaman Jason Armstrong,
set an Indoor Rowing World Record
in the 100,000 meter Individual Men’s Heavyweight 19 & Under category with a time of
6hr46min00.7sec.
Armstrongisnostrangertotherecordbooks.Hecapturedhisfirstworldrecordin2006bycompleting
the most chin-ups (2406) in a 12hr period at the age of 16. Although attempts were unsuccessful to
have the record verified by Guinness World Records, it was listed in the European-based Book of
Alternative Records.
Armstrong’s recent indoor rowing record is the fourth world record he has set in the last five months.
He holds the current world record for the half marathon Men’s Heavyweight 19 & Under in July,
breaking his own record he had set just two weeks prior, and in September he set the 100,000 meter
Men’s Heavyweight Tandem 19 & Under with teammate Paul Murray, who is currently in the Delayed
Entry Program for the U.S. Army.
The indoor rowing records were all set on the Concept 2 Indoor Rowing machine, which is the
standard for international competition.
When asked how he accomplished these feats of strength and endurance,Armstrong replied, “If you
want to get good at something I have found that the best way to do it is to train harder and longer than
anyone else.”
Armstrong says that his fitness training has greatly benefited him as Sailor by helping him maintain
a good work ethic and goal-oriented mentality which he applies to his studies at the Defense Language
As we wander into 2010 let’s
take a few moments to reflect upon
2009, assess our efforts, realize our
weaknesses, honestly look at what
we could have done better and how
we’ll apply that to 2010.
Before us now is a new year with
refreshed perspective and a renewed
dedication. There is nothing like
the feeling of coming back to work
and opening up that new calendar
for the next year, clean, new, un-
marked. 365 days before us to
use as we see fit. Every day an
opportunity to learn, to excel, to
seize, to live to the fullest. Let’s
fill our calendar with meaningful
endeavors, realistic goals and
obligations.
2010 is the year of the Tiger,
a true symbol of courage. What
a great core value to welcome
the New Year with. Every day is
truly, to some extent, a test of our
courage. Every decision, every
action a display of our courage.
Do we have the courage to do what
is asked of us? Do we have the
courage, in the face of adversity and
at the risk of ridicule, to do what
is right and just? Do we have the
courage to try our hardest knowing
that failure may be the end-result?
When we have failed do we have
A Few Words from
Master
Chief Bailey
T
he beauty and splendor of Monterey
can not be over-stated and just as the
scenery of Monterey can be breath-
taking, so too, has my assignment been here at
CIDD Monterey over the past two years. As I
reflect on my tour here at CIDD, I think of the
words of our CO (CAPT Edwards), “There is no
greater achievement in your military career as
an officer than to be in command.” The Sailors
of CIDD have made my tour here, the BEST
tour in my nearly 25 years of naval service.
The Sailors of CIDD Monterey have been
a shining example of what “right looks like.”
Academic excellence, community relations
and volunteerism, Sailorization and above all
else, the right attitude, have been hallmarks of
a strong Detachment over these past two years.
You have made me proud to be your OIC.
As all good Navy leaders know, it is
IMPOSSIBLE to have a strong command
without a strong Chief’s mess. The “mess” here
has been led by two of the finest Master Chiefs
I’ve had the opportunity to work with – CTICM
Peter Kelly and CTICM Loren Bailey. These
Senior Enlisted Leaders have proven time and
time again, that they have the Sailors and the
command as their first priority; they have also
led the development of the Chiefs here at the
Detachment and provided wise counsel to me
as the OIC. The Sailors and the command here
are second to none because the mess is second
to none.
It has been the honor of my career to serve
CIDD Monterey as the Officer in Charge and as
my family and I head to NIOC Hawaii for our
next assignment; I hope and expect to see many
of you in the Fleet. I wish you all “Fair Winds
and Following Seas.”
LCDR Leonard W. Caver
CIDD Monterey Officer in Charge
CIDD Sailor sets
World Record in
Indoor Rowing
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Following speeches given by Masso and Caver
and preceding a gourmet meal, a variety of toasts
weregivenwitheachdistinguishedvisitorhavingthe
opportunity to raise the glasses for a specific cause.
Sparkling cider was used so that all in attendance
were able to participate in this tradition.
No birthday party would be complete without
cake and the Navy has a time honored tradition of
inviting the youngest and oldest Sailor in attendance
tosharetheresponsibilityofprovidingthecake’sfirst
cut.After a careful selection process by elimination,
Capt. Carl Stewart and Seaman Kassandra Cook
were duly called forward to perform this honor.
“The Navy is embedded in tradition. We do
tradition very well. You can go to almost any Navy
Ball and see these same traditions observed,”
explained Lt. Cmdr. Thomas Seigenthaler from
NPS. ”We haven’t reached the fun portion of the
evening yet, but what follows after that tradition we
also do very well.”
ENTERTAINMENTAND FUN
At 9pm Lt. Cmdr. Caver announced the
conclusion of the formal portion of the evening,
signaling a shift of focus from tradition to
celebration.
ManySailorstookthisopportunitytochangeout
of their prescribed uniform, returning a short time
later exhibiting exquisite gowns and colorful suits.
For the Sailors this was a unique opportunity to
show off their finest fashions while in the company
of their peers.
Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Drew Hawthorne,
who participated in the traditional portion of the
ceremonies had this to say “It was an incredible
experience to be the honor Boatswain Mate, a
Sparkling cider is poured into the glasses of guests inside the ballroom of the Monterey Hyatt Hotel prior to the giving
of the traditional toasts during the Monterey Peninsula Navy Day Ball on the evening of Oct. 17.
(cont. Rowing on page 7) 3
NAVY BALL cont.
(cont. SEL on page 5)
bos’un has been piping for the Navy since
the beginning, 234 years, but the thing I am
looking forward to most is the dancing.”
The dance floor in the ballroom quickly
filled to capacity, fueled by live music
performed by the band Lucidology.
Whether it was sharing a slow dance with
a partner, break dancing in a circle of
spectators, or line dancing that spanned the
width of the dance space, there was never a
dull moment till the evening’s end.
It seemed the only force capable of
breaking up the dance floor action was an
intermittent pause to give away the variety
of door prizes that had been provided for
raffle. Cheers from onlookers were mixed
with a few disappointed sighs as names
were read aloud after being drawn from
a box located upon the center stage. Top
prizes included a 22” Screen LCD TV and
two Nintendo Wii gaming consoles.
The large number and high quality of the
prizes were a direct result of an aggressive
fundraising campaign by the CIDDM
Navy Day Ball Committee. The 22 Sailor
volunteers who comprise the committee
managed to raise more than $27,000 for
this year’s event by hosting bake sales, car
washing, and volunteering at the Big Sur
Marathon, The Rock Festival, and for the
San Francisco 49ers.
In all, the night was a successful coming
together of Sailors and guests from across
the Monterey Peninsula to demonstrate our
pride and honor in the United States Navy.
The Navy Day Ball is an annual tradition
that celebrates the birth of the U.S. Navy
on October 13, 1775. This year marks the
234thbirthdayoftheworld’smostpowerful
Navy.
(below) Seaman Kassandra Cook and Capt.
Carl Stewart perform the cermonial first cut
into the Navy birthday cake.

3. Keeping an eye on...
CIDD MONTEREY
Rising From the Ashes
Written by: CTICS David Gutierrez
Dec. 7, 1941, the day of infamy, now and forever
is one of the most memorable dates in US
history. Some look back and focus on the devastating
toll on American lives with 2,402 killed and 1,282
wounded, but it is impossible to overlook the way
that this attack not just shocked us, but shaped us as
a nation. The kinetic energy from what was meant
to be a knock-out punch and devastate not only the
United States military but also its citizens, instead
prompted the U.S. to enter the war, galvanizing the
people of the United States to a common cause and
transforming our society and American way of life..
At the time of the attacks, the US was struggling to
free itself from the grips of the Great Depression, and
while the New Deal programs of the 1930s could not
fully revive the American economy, the war would
serve to do just that.
With jobs hard to come by and unemployment at
a record 25%, 14 million men lined-up at recruiting
stations to join the armed forces to serve God and country and earn a much needed paycheck. While
the nation’s men were fighting in Europe and the Pacific, our country mobilized for war, kick-starting
the economy. Without men available to work in our factories society was forced to make a change.
Our country’s women stood ready to answer the call, entering the labor force in unprecedented
numbers; this marked the birth of “Rosie the Riveter,” the iconic image of a strong woman who
served to support the war on the home front. When the United States entered the war, 12 million
women (one quarter of the workforce) were already working and by the end of the war, the number
sky-rocketed to 18 million (one third of the workforce).
2.5 million African-Americans served our country, in many cases heroically, by joining the armed
forces. The injustice of forcing these returning heroes back into a segregated society was deemed
intolerable. President Harry S. Truman, recognizing the contribution of African-Americans to the
war, established the President’s Committee on the Equality of Treatment and Opportunity in the
Armed Services, stating that “it is essential that there be maintained in the armed services of the
United States the highest standards of democracy, with equality of treatment and opportunity for
all those who serve in our country’s defense”. This gave way to executive order 9981 signed July
26, 1948, where President Truman mandated the integration of the armed forces, marking the faint
beginnings of the civil rights movement in our country.
This tragic event, which took the lives of thousands, serves not only as a painful reminder of
immeasurable cost of war, but should be remembered as a key milestone in the history of events that
have served to shape our nation and society as a whole. From this tragic event we, as a people, drew
the strength and resolve to change our society, shift our paradigms and produce what journalist Tom
Brokaw would call the greatest generation. This was a generation of “men and women [who] fought
not for fame and recognition, but because it was the right thing to do. When they came back they
rebuilt America into a superpower.”
Naval HistoryA Moment in
The sun rises over the USS Arizona Memorial on the
68th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. (U.S.
Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd
Class N. Brett Morton)
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The Center for Information
Dominance Detachment Monterey
experienced an early bit of Holiday
Cheer on Dec. 5 as Sailors from
EL1 Division hosted a Winter
Holiday Party on the Presidio of
Monterey (POM).
Laughter and joy could be heard
outside the POM Weckerling
Center as Sailors from the Spanish
department gathered together for
an episode of seasonal celebration.
This year’s party featured a secret
Santa gift exchange, much merry
making, a feast fit for the White
House, but best of all; a dash of
culture to make each spirit bright!
Each month the EL1 Division
hosts an event or outing to foster
unity, camaraderie and teamwork
within the division.
“These events are very positive
and beneficial for our Sailors
who are able to work together,
get to know each other and
spend time outside the classroom
environment,” explained division
LCPO, CTIC(SW/AW) Luis
Salazar. “But most important, it is
an opportunity for them to have a
little fun while also practicing their
language skills.”
Setupforthegatheringbegan
early in the morning on the day
of the party because the planning
committee wanted everything to be
perfect. Above the banging of pots
and pans, voices articulating recipes
and instruction could be heard by
those who were busy preparing the
cooking and decorations. The fiesta
commenced at noon and while the
spread was being laid, those who
weren’t dancing and laughing were
stuffing their mouths with finger
foods in anticipation of larger meal
to come.
‘Tis the SeasonStory by Seaman Ryan Petgrave
(cont. Season on page 6)
the courage to admit it to ourselves and learn
from the experience? Do we have the courage
to admit it to others? Do we have the courage to
correct others who have gone astray? Courage
is a funny thing, we can’t buy it, we can’t learn
it, we can receive it from others. Let’s do our
best to enCOURAGE our Shipmates to uphold
each of our core values. Let’s enCOURAGE
each other to do what is right, even when it’s not
popular. Let’senCOURAGEanenvironmentthat
is professional, equal and mutually respectful.
Bring it on 2010!! We’re ready for everything
you’ve got!
CTICM Loren Bailey
CIDD Senior Enlisted Leader
SEL cont.

4. CIDD Monterey Cryptologic Technician
(Interpretive) 3rd Class Christopher
Daniels made his Nov. 13 reenlistment a family
affair after inviting his brother, a student at the
nearby Naval Postgraduate School, to act as the
reenlisting officer.
Maj. Herbert Daniels, U.S. Army Special
Forces Officer, is a former Defense Language
Institute Foreign Language Center student who
graduated in Korean nearly 20 years ago. For
Herbert there could not have been a better reason
for a homecoming to his alma mater.
Rear Adm. William E. Leigher, the
selected Deputy Commander of the
soon to be reconstituted U.S. 10th Fleet/Fleet
Cyber Command, addressed more than 70
prospective Navy linguists studying at the
Defense Language Institute Foreign Language
Center (DLIFLC) on Dec. 2 at the Presidio of
Monterey.
Leigher spoke to the Sailors who are attending
DLIFLC as an “A” school for the Cryptologic
Technician (Interpretive) rating, about the role
of the Navy’s newest numbered fleet and the
effects it will have on future fleet operations and
the Navy’s Cryptological community.
“I have watched Cryptology evolve over the
last 20 years from a very tight and small field
to a community that will lead what Navy does
in the Information Age,” Leigher said. “We are
going to be much more involved in defining the
operations that we take part in.”
In conjunction with the stand
up of Fleet Cyber Command/10th
Fleet, Adm. Gary Roughhead,
Chief of Naval Operations (CNO),
in a speech on Oct. 2, said that the
Navy is merging its information
technology, intelligence and
communications operations into
one organization to better address
Information Age challenges,
including threats to computer
networks.
The reorganization is slated for
completion by year’s end.
The Navy is not the only military
branch that is restructuring to adapt to the
challenges of the Information Age. Air Force and
Army are currently standing up organizations that
focusoninformationoperationsandnetworksecurity.
Leigher explained to the Sailors that there
has to be continued collaboration between the
different military branches due to the extensive
man hours required to cover cyber threats, and
that Navy Cryptologists will play “a crucial part
in the continuum of how information flows into
the battlefield of today.”
The new 10th Fleet which will be based out of
Ft. Meade, MD, was originally active from May
1943 to June 1945 and was involved in efforts to
thwart enemy submarines during World War II.
Fleet Cyber Command will be a subordinate
unit to U.S. Cyber Command, the formation of
which was directed by Defense Secretary Robert
M. Gates on June 23.
Cryptologists Preview Navy’s
Newest Numbered Fleet S
ailors from the Center for Information
Dominance Detachment Monterey
(CIDDM) joined service members from
throughout Northern California to support
Operation Care and Comfort (OCC) in their
effort to collect donations at the San Jose Sharks
“Support Our Troops” NHL hockey game at the
HP Pavilion in downtown San Jose.
More than 100 military members and family
members greeted Sharks fan as they entered the
Pavilion, handing out military-themed rubber
ducks to those who showed their support by
donating cash or goods. According to OCC co-
founder Julie DeMaria, more than $13,000 in
donations and the equivalent of two trucks full
of food and goods were collected to be used for
SharksandSailorscometogetherforworthycause
my favorite part was the game itself. I felt real
proud to represent the Navy, and people seemed
to notice and appreciate what we were doing. It
felt good.”
Greg Kihn, former lead singer of the Greg
Kihn Band and current morning radio host at 98.5
KFOX, sang the national anthem. According to
DeMaria it is tradition for Kihn to do so at the
OCC “Support our Troops” games as his way of
showing his support.
Additionally,oneluckySailor,Yeoman1stClass
Monique Johs from Alameda, CA ceremoniously
rode the Zamboni during the first-period break.
To complete the night, the Sharks left with a
hometown win as they defeated the Avalanche
3-1.
holiday care packages that will be sent to troops
serving overseas in Afghanistan and Iraq.
“Folks react well when they see military
members in uniform,” said DeMaria. “It reminds
them that our troops are still here, fighting for
them. Just to have troops at our events to greet
folks and shakes hands is a great way to remind
the public of the important work our troops are
doing.”
For the Sailors it was an excellent opportunity
to interact with the public and enjoy some hockey,
while at the same time volunteering for a worthy
cause.
“I am a huge hockey fan,” Seaman Kevin
Arteaga admits. “I had a great time. And, getting
to talk to all the people was really interesting, but
Mouths watered to the aromas of
oven baked honey glazed Canadian
ham, macaroni and cheese, mashed
potatoes, along with authentic
Hispanic and Spanish dishes such
as tamales and burritos. Soon after
everyone was served, lines formed
for seconds and thirds helpings.
Conversations were lively as
students shared the joys and pains
of their language studies, cultural
backgrounds, and future hopes and
desires.
With stomachs full and hunger
quenched, it didn’t take long for the
participants to remember about the
unopened presents waiting under
the tree. The gifts were dispersed
and wrapping paper and bows were
removed with incredible haste. In
addition to the secret Santa presents,
Salazar provided gifts to be raffled
off to five lucky individuals.
The festivities ended with a
bittersweet moment as the division
said farewell to recent graduates
who would soon depart for their
respective duty assignments.
For the collection of the division
members, their families and guests,
the party was a great success and
the food was “Que Rico”.
Photos by Seaman Ryan Petgrave
and Seman Sarah Greenwood.
SEASON cont.
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uncommon personal touch, including
some friendly remarks alluding to
the Navy/Army rivalry, and the final
handshakes and hugs seemed a bit
more poignant and heartfelt than is
typical between officers and enlisted.
“I tried to talk my brother into
joining the Army but he said he
wasn’t interested in carrying a gun,”
joked Maj. Daniels. “Ironically, now
he works on the most powerful guns
at sea.”
Maj. Daniels, who is 14 years
older than Christopher, was more
serious when asked what advice he
would pass on to his brother while
serving his next enlistment.
“I would tell my brother to always
excel at all his endeavors,” said
Daniels. “You don’t have to be the
best at everything, but you should
always try to be.”
Daniels’ spouse Colleen, sister-in-
law Sarah, and nephew Keeler also
attended the event.
REENLIST cont.
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A Family Affair
(cont. Reenlist on page 7)
Seaman Seth Courcelle (left) and Seaman Matthew Straughn from the Center for Information Dominance Detachment
Monterey take a moment to admire the scenery inside the HP Pavilion, home to the San Jose Sharks professional hockey team.
Seaman Ethan Geerdes holds out military-themed rubber
ducks for a SJ Sharks fan at the ‘Support Our Troops’ game
on October 30 in San Jose, Calif.
Rear Adm. William E. Leigher answers questions from CIDD Monterey students and staff inside Kendall Hall about the
newly reconstituted U.S. Navy 10th Fleet/Fleet Cyber Command on Dec. 2, 2009. Leigher has been selected as the 10th Fleet
Deputy Commander which is scheduled to become active before 2010.
“I have heard of parents commissioning or
reenlisting their sons and daughters but I have
personally never heard of a brother reenlisting
his brother,” Maj. Daniels explained after the
ceremony. “It is always an honor to reenlist a
Soldier or Sailor but reenlisting your brother is
something special. Few experiences will ever
top this one during my military career.”
The ceremony was conducted by the gold
painted anchors outside the CIDD Monterey
headquarters and followed a typical Navy
reenlistment procedure, except for a few
minor exceptions. The opening remarks of
the ceremony given by Maj. Daniels had an
Institute Foreign Language Center
where he is currently enrolled to
become a U.S. Navy linguist.
Next on the list of record attempts
by Armstrong is the most pull-ups in
a 12 hr and 24 hr period, which he
hopes to accomplish in May, 2010.
Armstrong stated that he would like
to use this attempt to raise awareness
and benefit an, as of yet, undetermined
charitable organization.
For now, Armstrong says he is
focused on continuing to be a good
Sailor and student and working hard
towards graduating from his language
school.
Armstrong’s records, along with
other indoor rowing records, can be
viewed at http://www.concept2.com/
us/racing/records.
ROWING cont.

5. Featured Student
Name: Seaman Joshua G. McLean
DOB: 01 SEP 1988
Hometown: Gig Harbor, WA
Date of Arrival: 22 MAY 2009
Personal Interests: Backpacking, camping, fishing,
messing around with boats and anything outdoors. I enjoy
going on road trips to nowhere and visiting big diverse
cities to sample the diverse ethnical cuisine.
Favourite Quote: “Work hard. Play Hard” - my Dad
Why did you choose to study a foreign language?: “In high school I studied Ger-
man and Arabic and joined the Navy because I still wanted to continue learning foreign
languages.”
Featured StaffName: CTIC(SW) Andrea Hurley
Working Title: ME2 LCPO/MLI
DOB: 31 MAR 1979
Hometown: Monterey, CA
Date of Arrival: OCT 2009
Describe your Position and Duties: I provide leader-
ship and guidance to ME2 Sailors as well as joint person-
nel as an MLI in ME2. I look forward to assisting Stu-
dents in their education as well.
Personal Interests: Traveling and learning about other
cultures, gardening, reading, NCIS, action films, yoga,
and ice cream. I love to cook and believe in natural foods that encourage healthfulness. I
ran a half marathon this summer and am training for another.
Favorite Quote: “I think of a hero as someone who understands the degree of responsi-
bility that comes with his freedom.” - Bob Dylan
Tell us something about yourself: I’m married to MSgt Jeffrey Ganahl, USMC who
was recently selected for MGySgt. I spend a lot of time traveling through California to
spend time with him. I have a bull/boxer and two cats. I have family in the area and of-
ten spend free time with them. I am open minded but firm in my adherence to standards.
I strongly believe in our Core Values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment. I am your
Chief and I dedicate myself to your Sailorization.
Movin’ on up!
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Featured CivilianName: Randall T. Humiston
Working Title: N4 Support Officer & Safety Officer
DOB: 03 June 1954
Hometown: La Junta, CO.
Date of Arrival: 26 October 2009
Describe your Position and Duties: As Safety Officer my du-
ties include things such as inspections, reports, and safety train-
ing. As the N4 Support Officer I try to make sure the X-Division
personnel are well managed and taken care of.
Personal Interests: I spend a lot of my off-duty time as a district leader working with
other people of my Buddhist faith and attending associated activities and meetings.
Favourite Quote: “A person of seeking spirit – one who strives to thoroughly pursue
some end or to master some discipline – is a person of victory. On the other hand, a
person of arrogance inevitably becomes deadlocked.” Daisaku Ikeda
Tell us something about yourself: I am married and have a 17 year old daughter. My wife
and daughter live in Hawaii. My father currently resides with me here in the Monterey area. I re-
tired from the Navy in 2000 after 28 years of service. I had several exciting tours including USS St.
Louis (LKA 116), USS Vandegrift (FFG 48) and USS Benjamin Stoddert (DDG 22) . I earned a MS in
Physical Oceanography & Meteorology at NPS and ended my active duty career teaching Meteo-
rology there while also earning a MA in Education from Chapman University. I earned a PhD in
Education at Capella University. Preceding my arrival at CIDD Monterey, I was one of the primary
program managers for the shipyard transformation to a “learning organization.”
S
ailors from the Center for
Information Dominance
Detachment Monterey
found a new place to call home
as the doors opened at the newly
built barracks on November 9
at the Presidio of Monterey. 44
rooms were made available for the
Sailors, half of which are single
occupancy and all feature a list
of improvements from the old
lodgings.
Seaman Zachary Domstead
was one of the first Sailors to take
advantage of the new barracks.
Domstead wasted no time hauling
his personal belongings to the
adjacent building after finishing
classes on Monday, the first of a
three day window given to Sailors to
relocate to the new rooms.
“The old barracks were nice,
but these are a lot better,” says
Domstead. “They have a kitchen so
now I have the opportunity to cook
my own food. For someone like me
who enjoys to cook for themselves it
is great.”
The new rooms feature 2 range
burners and a convection oven/
microwave in the kitchenette along
with private bathrooms.
The best part, according to
Domstead, is that everything is new.
“This is going to make cleaning so
much easier.”
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