Equipment accountability element journeyman portrays 'Service Before Self' Published Sept. 16, 2010 48th Fight WIng Public Affairs ROYAL AIR LAKENHEATH, England -- Name and Rank: Airman 1st Class Samantha Baxter Unit: 48th Logistics Readiness Squadron Duty Title: Equipment accountability element journeyman Time in Service: 1 year, 11 months Time at Lakenheath: 1 ½ years Hometown: Reno, Nev. Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, camping and reading Core Value Portrayed: 'Service Before Self' How does the individual portray that core value? She never complains about any task given to her and is always the first to volunteer regardless the situation. She is actively involved in the squadron and community projects to make RAF Lakenheath a better place. Why is serving in the Air Force important to you? It is very important to me to serve my country and the Air Force gives me the opportunity to see and experience the world, and it has allowed me to continue my education without being dependant on my family so. What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of? I'm most proud of the volunteer work I've done while stationed here at RAF Lakenheath. Whether planning the squadron holiday party, or collecting supplies for an orphanage in Kyrgyzstan, my primary goal has been to give something back to the community without neglecting the mission. What are your personal and/or professional goals? Professionally, my main goal is to make Senior Airman below-the-zone, while my personal goal is to further my education by continuing to work towards my bachelor's in History. What is your favorite part of your job? My favorite part of the job is the chance to work with and interact with people on a daily basis. I have a very boisterous personality that works well in a customer service position I'm currently in.