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  • June

    Sgt. 1st Class Ahmed Fadiga, Contracting NCOIC, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, engages with students during a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) event at Humphreys West Elementary School on Camp Humphreys, South Korea, May 18, 2026. The event provided students opportunities to interact directly with engineering professionals while exploring scientific concepts through engaging activities and demonstrations. (U.S. Army photo by Yohan An)

    USACE Far East District inspires curiosity through STEAM outreach across three schools in South Korea

    CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED) engaged more than 2,000 students during its annual Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) outreach events at Humphreys West Elementary School (HWES), Osan Elementary School (OES) and Humphreys Central Elementary School (HCES) in May 2026.
  • Col. Kim, You-Hwan, U.S. Forces Korea Program Division Chief, Republic of Korea Ministry of National Defense – Defense Installations Agency, at a symposium with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District on June 1, 2026, at Camp Humphreys, South Korea.

    USACE FED, MND-DIA hold first joint symposium of 2026 to strengthen project execution

    The Republic of Korea Ministry of National Defense – Defense Installations Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District held their first joint symposium of 2026 on June 1 at Camp Humphreys, South Korea. This continues a series of workshops launched in 2025 to foster a better understanding of execution processes and regulations for both FED and MND-DIA.
  • FED employees engage in safety activities and engagements.

    USACE FED earns esteemed Army Safety and Occupational Health Star

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) successfully earned the Army Safety and Occupational Health Star May 27, 2026, at Camp Humphreys, South Korea.

  • May

    SkillBridge intern is sworn in to USACE FED.

    Bridging the gap: How one service member found professional growth at USACE Far East District

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) integrated the Department of War’s SkillBridge program in 2025 to provide transitioning service members with professional development and civilian career opportunities. Recently, FED welcomed former intern and military officer, Joel Padilla, now a project manager in the Central Area Branch.

  • April

    Larry Estrada, deputy district counsel, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, poses at his desk, expertly navigating the complexities of legal contracts and procurement. With over 30 years of legal expertise, Larry brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to his role at the Far East District. (U.S. Army photo by Yohan An)

    A Career of Advocacy and Experience: Larry Estrada Joins Far East District as Deputy District Counsel

    CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea – Larry Estrada brings with him more than three decades of federal service and a wealth of legal expertise as he steps into his role as deputy district counsel at the for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District. Estrada joined the Office of Counsel in January 2026. The position marks both a promotion and his first overseas assignment.
  • Photo of Staff Sgt. Kidam Paik

    SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Staff Sgt. Kidam Paik

    When Staff Sgt. Kidam Paik was contemplating his future career, he wanted to ensure it would benefit society. Hence, he decided to pursue a degree in road development. Kidam’s ambition was to build road systems in low- and middle-income countries to improve their infrastructures. Driven by a desire to build real roads, he followed a metaphorical path to USACE FED as a SkillBridge intern.
  • Mr. Wang Hui-chan, Chief of the Cost Engineering Branch for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Far East District (FED), earned the Silver Order of the de Fleury Medal presented by Brig. Gen. Joseph “Clete” Goetz II, commander of USACE Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2026. This prestigious award recognizes his exceptional 43 years of service, marked by his expertise in cost engineering and leadership on key projects that strengthened the engineering partnership between the United States and the Republic of Korea. Mr. Wang's retirement this April concludes an extraordinary career of excellence and dedication. The de Fleury Medal, an award of the U.S. Army Engineer Association, was named in honor of François-Louis Teissèdre de Fleury, a French Engineer in the Continental Army. (U.S. Army photo by Yi Ki-ho)

    Honoring Mr. Wang Hui-chan’s 43 Years of Service honored with de Fleury Medal

    CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea – Mr. Wang Hui-chan, chief of the Cost Engineering Branch for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED), received the Silver Order of the de Fleury Medal from Brig. Gen. Joseph “Clete” Goetz II, commander of the USACE Pacific Ocean Division, on April 14, 2026. The prestigious award recognizes his 43-year career years of service, defined by technical expertise in cost engineering and leadership on key projects that strengthened the engineering partnership between the U.S. and South Korea.
  • The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, U.S. Army Garrison – Daegu, Republic of Korea Ministry of National Defense – Defense Installations Agency, and other representatives kicked off construction of the Consolidated Fire and Military Police Station with a First Strike Ceremony at Camp Walker, South Korea, on April 16, 2026. Participants included Brig. Gen. Joseph C. “Clete” Goetz, commander, USACE Pacific Ocean Division; Col. Jeremiah J. Willis, commander, USACE FED; Col. Jeffery D. Noll, commander, USAG Daegu; and others.

    Sledgehammer swings mark start of Camp Walker emergency services project

    With the swing of sledgehammers, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District and U.S. Army Garrison – Daegu kicked off construction of the Consolidated Fire and Military Police Station with a First Strike Ceremony at Camp Walker, South Korea, on April 16, 2026.
  • Photo of Industry Day.

    USACE Far East District provides an open dialogue about contracting, construction, engineering and quality

    In partnership with the Public Procurement Service (PPS) and the 411th Contracting Support Brigade (411th CSB), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) hosted its annual Industry Day and Quality Symposium April 7–8, 2026, in Suwon, South Korea.
  • Photos of USACE FED employees' kids attending "Bring Your Kid to Work Day."

    Bring Your Kid to Work Day: Raising the Next Generation of Scientists and Engineers

    As students headed into spring break, the U.S. Corps of Engineers – Far East District hosted its second “Bring Your Kid to Work Day” (BYKTWD) event March 26, 2026, at district headquarters located on Camp Humphreys, South Korea.