Far East District News

USACE FED delivers mission support in Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 Exercise (UFS25)

Monique Freemon — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 02:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District strengthened readiness in Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 exercise (UFS25) from August 18-28, 2025, at Camp Humphreys and Camp Carroll in South Korea.

USACE FED and MND-DIA continue building collaboration through two-day symposium in Seoul

Monique Freemon — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 03:03:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) and Ministry of National Defense – Defense Installations Agency (MND-DIA) hosted their second joint symposium from Sept. 4-5, 2025, at the MND-DIA headquarters in Seoul, South Korea.

Lt. Col. Jason Supnet named 2025 USACE 51C Commissioned Officer of the Year

Yohan An — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 02:16:53 GMT

USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea — Lt. Col. Jason A. Supnet, military deputy chief of contracting for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, has been named the 2025 USACE 51C Commissioned Officer of the Year as part of the USACE Excellence in Contracting Awards Program.

SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Staff Sgt. Hanwool Lee

Monique Freemon — Sun, 17 Aug 2025 02:25:00 GMT

Staff Sgt. Hanwool Lee was a recent SkillBridge intern at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) in the Information Management Office (IMO). For Lee, born in South Korea and raised in Southern California, there were three reasons why he joined the service: the ability to protect America, to become a citizen and for the career and education opportunities the U.S. Army provides. He now plans to apply his skills from the Army to civilian life.

SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Capt. Joel Albert Padilla

Yohan An — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 02:21:51 GMT

USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea – As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting transitioning service members, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED) participates in the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program. The program offers service members the chance to gain real-world work experience as they prepare for civilian life.

So Lee recognized as 2025 USACE Project Manager of the Year

Kim Chong-yun — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 04:27:33 GMT

So Lee, a project manager with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED), has been named the 2025 USACE Project Manager of the Year. This honor recognizes not only his professional expertise but also his humble, grounded approach to leadership.

Enhancing operational readiness through innovative design at Camp Carroll, South Korea

Kim Chong-yun — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 01:50:00 GMT

A transformative addition to the U.S. Army’s infrastructure in the Pacific theater is taking shape with the construction of a modern two-story Vehicle Maintenance Facility (VMF) at Camp Carroll. The $44 million project, funded through the Republic of Korea Funded Construction (ROKFC)-in-kind program, is underway and set to significantly enhance the operational readiness of Army Prepositioned Stock-4 (APS-4).

USACE FED and MND-DIA build collaboration through two-day symposium at Camp Humphreys

Monique Freemon — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) and Ministry of National Defense-Defense Installations Agency (MND-DIA) hosted a joint symposium from July 2 -3, 2025, at FED’s headquarters on Camp Humphreys, South Korea.

SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Master Sgt. Joshua Horton

Monique Freemon — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT

After 26-years of serving America, Master Sgt. Joshua Horton, a recent SkillBridge intern through the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, has decided to transition from Soldier to civilian life.

Army engineer reenlists with his daughter at his side in South Korea

Ms. Rachel Napolitan — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:53:28 GMT

USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea – With his almost three-year-old daughter at his side, Staff Sgt. Cullen Ellis, quality assurance representative, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, reaffirmed his commitment to service by signing an indefinite reenlistment contract on July 9, 2025, at Camp Henry, South Korea. Col. Jeremiah Willis, commander, USACE FED, administered the Oath of Enlistment at the ceremony.

Donghyuk Chai: USACE Structural Engineer of the Year

Kim Chong-yun — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 02:14:00 GMT

When it comes to keeping military installations safe and operational, the vital work of structural engineers often goes unnoticed. Yet these professionals form the backbone of every building, bridge, and facility that supports the Department of Defense’s mission. Donghyuk Chai, Supervisory Civil (Structural) Engineer, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED), is one such individual whose quiet but powerful contributions impact the lives of countless military families across South Korea.

$1.6 million renovations underway for USAG Humphreys Command Group

Monique Freemon — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 22:55:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District’s (USACE FED) Project 520595, which is the renovations of the first and third floor to accommodate the USAG Humphreys Command Group, the Plans, Analysis and Integration Office (PAIO) and the Internal Review and Audit Compliance Officer (IRACO) is currently under construction on Camp Humphreys, South Korea.

USACE Far East District inspires future innovators at STEAM events in South Korea

Yohan An — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 01:45:00 GMT

USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED) successfully hosted its 13th consecutive year of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) events at Humphreys Central Elementary School (HCES) and Humphreys West Elementary School (HWES) on May 15 and 22, 2025. The events aimed to ignite curiosity, foster creativity and inspire students to explore careers in STEAM fields through hands-on learning experiences.

USACE Far East District bids farewell to a legend: Choe Kwang-kyu retires after 48 years of service

Kim Chong-yun — Wed, 28 May 2025 05:08:00 GMT

After an extraordinary 48-year career with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED), Choe Kwang-kyu, Special Advisor to the Engineering Division Chief, is bidding farewell to federal service. Current and former colleagues celebrated his retirement with him on May 21, 2025, at Camp Humphreys, South Korea.

Rachel Napolitan Named USACE Public Affairs Officer of the Year

Monique Freemon — Fri, 09 May 2025 03:33:00 GMT

Rachel Napolitan, Chief of Public Affairs for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Far East District (USACE FED), was named the 2024 USACE Public Affairs Officer of the Year April 25, 2025. The award is the highest individual honor within the USACE Public Affairs Community of Practice.

USACE, K-water renew Memorandum of Understanding to continue exchanges between the two agencies

Ms. Rachel Napolitan — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 08:08:53 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and K-water signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in an event at K-water’s Research Institute in Daejeon, South Korea, on April 16, 2025. The new agreement, signed almost ten years to the day from its predecessor, will allow for collaborative activities in the area of water resource management.

The Han Legacy: A World Traveler, The Wave Chaser and The Book Lover

Monique Freemon — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 01:13:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District prides itself on building strong foundations and quality structures because the buildings are what remain of an everlasting legacy. Like USACE, the Han family—Sam (69), father of Cedric (43) and Nathan (41)—has built a legacy spanning over four decades at FED.

PPS and USFK Acquisition Partners host Joint Industry Day in South Korea

Monique Freemon — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 04:38:00 GMT

In partnership with Public Procurement Service (PPS), United States Forces Korea (USFK) Acquisition Partners including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) Contracting – Korea, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Indo-Pacific and 411th Contracting Support Brigade (CSB) hosted Joint Industry Day April 9, 2025, at the Seoul Regional Public Procurement Service building in Seoul, South Korea. Over 200 potential contractors attended the event.

Freedom Shield 25: USACE Far East District builds readiness with 249th Engineer Battalion Prime Power

Monique Freemon — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 03:49:00 GMT

USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) worked with the 249th Engineer Battalion Prime Power (PP) to enhance FED’s readiness operations during Freedom Shield 2025 from March 10-21, 2025, in South Korea.

USACE Far East District marks Engineers Week with 13th Annual STEAM Event in South Korea

Yohan An — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 02:16:00 GMT

USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea – In celebration of Engineers Week, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) – Far East District (FED) continued its long-standing commitment to fostering interest in engineering careers by hosting a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) event at Humphreys High School. The speaking series marks the 13th consecutive year of outreach efforts at local schools by the district. It brought together professionals from various engineering disciplines to engage with students and showcase real-world applications of engineering.