48th CES Airman puts service before self Published March 14, 2008 ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- Staff Sgt. Christopher Korwes, 48th Civil Engineer Squadron unit deployment manager, was nominated for the Liberty spotlight by his chain of command because he epitomizes the core value of "Service before self." Commander: Lt. Col. Brian Murphy Time in Service: Five years and three months Time at Lakenheath: Seven months Hometown: Russellville, Ark. Hobbies: Traveling and sightseeing with the family Core Value Portrayed: Service before Self. On numerous occasions, Sergeant Korwes has put the needs of the Air Force before his personal and family needs. What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of? I was awarded both the John L. Levitow Award and the Academic Achievement Award during Airman Leadership School. What are your personal and career goals? I want to finish my bachelor's degree as a personal goal and professionally become an instructor at Warrior Week educating the future Airmen.