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  • April

    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.
  • The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, Adam Telle, visited Juneau last week to observe the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) ongoing solutions to address flooding ahead of the annual Mendenhall Glacier Outburst Flooding Events, also known as GLOFs.

    Sec. Telle outlines Corps’ flood mitigation efforts for Mendenhall Glacier

    The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, Adam Telle, visited Juneau last week to observe the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) ongoing solutions to address flooding ahead of the annual Mendenhall Glacier Outburst Flooding Events, also known as GLOFs.

  • March

    A smile for a career well spent: Visual Information Specialist Yo Kyong-il, who followed in his father’s footsteps into the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District in 1985, pauses beside his camera. Now serving alongside his daughter, Mr. Yo retires in March 2026, leaving behind a three-generation family legacy of service to the District. (U.S. Army photo by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Far East District)

    Three Generations, One Mission: The Yo Family’s Century of Service at USACE Far East District

    For many employees, working at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) is a career. For the Yo family, it has become a legacy spanning three generations built on dedication, gratitude, and a shared commitment to service. As longtime Visual Information Specialist Yo Kyong-il prepares to retire after more than four decades with the district, his career reflects not only the transformation of technology and the growth of the organization, but also the enduring values that have shaped his family’s connection to FED. Mr. Yo began his career in April 1985 as a supply clerk. His path to FED was inspired by his father, Yo Joon-gook, who worked as a district gardener with the Logistics Management Office and held a deep affection for the organization.
  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Japan Engineer District (JED) team members engage with subject matter experts during the Japan Engineer District’s 2026 C3 Conference at the Camp Zama Community Club, March 4th, 2026. Over the course of three days, participants engaged in presentations led by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Headquarters representatives, district leadership, and subject matter experts. Topics ranged from commissioning and cost engineering to Design-Build contracting and construction safety. These sessions were designed not only to share technical knowledge, but also to reinforce the connection between daily field operations and JED’s broader mission. Photo by Patrick Ciccarone.

    Building Quality from the Ground Up: Japan District's C3 Conference Strengthens Construction Excellence

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Japan Engineer District (JED) strengthened its commitment to construction excellence and quality assurance during their Construction Division’s recent “C3 Conference,” a three-day event held at the Camp Zama Community Club that brought together professionals from across the district and beyond. The conference - short for Construction, Contracting, and Counsel - served as a focused forum for collaboration, training, and alignment among JED personnel responsible for delivering high-quality infrastructure in support of U.S. Forces Japan.

  • February

    Jamie Hagio, Chief of the Construction Division for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE – FED), has been named the recipient of the USACE FY25 Individual Award for Excellence in Safety. Operating in one of the most complex construction environments in the USACE, Hagio has reshaped the district’s safety culture, proving that mission success and workforce protection go hand in hand. (U.S. Army photo by the Far East District)

    Mission Success through Safety: Jamie Hagio honored with USACE FY25 Excellence in Safety Award

    Jamie Hagio, Chief of the Construction Division for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE – FED), has been awarded the USACE Fiscal Year 2025 Individual Award for Excellence in Safety during the USACE Safety Community of Practice meeting on Feb. 11, 2026. This prestigious honor recognizes Hagio’s transformative leadership and his success in fostering a proactive safety culture within one of the Corps’ most complex operating environments.

  • January

    Sgt. 1st Class Michael T. Hodges, a SkillBridge intern at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (USACE FED) in the Resource Management Office, poses for a photo at his workstation area while supporting FED’s financial and business operations during his internship on January 9, 2026, at Camp Humphreys, South Korea. Hodges said he chose USACE FED because the organization offers a unique opportunity to apply his background in business, logistics and leadership within a mission driven, team oriented environment. (U.S. Army photo by Yohan An)

    SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Sgt. 1st Class Michael T. Hodges

    USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea – As part of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District’s (FED) continued commitment to supporting transitioning service members, the district proudly hosts SkillBridge interns across a wide range of mission critical functions — including engineering, construction, workforce management, and resource management.
  • Contractor modifies project site for colder weather conditions.

    Behind the Build: A look at a $115 Million Camp Humphreys Project Under Construction

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District’s $115 million, 2-story project at Camp Humphreys, South Korea, will be the future home of aircraft operating.
  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED) employees visit Sungyook Children’s Home, located in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, to deliver holiday gifts donated by FED employees, Dec. 16, 2025. The employees pose with the home’s managers in front of the building for the fifth consecutive year of FED's community outreach efforts for the facility. (U.S. Army photo by Monique Freemon)

    Far East District brings holiday joy to children at Sungyook Children’s Home for fifth year

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED) brought joy to the community by delivering gifts to 42 children at Sungyook Children’s Home in Pyeongtaek through its annual donation drive, Dec. 16. This year’s initiative marked the fifth consecutive year of holding the event for local children.

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