Aircraft armament tech takes the spotlight Published Aug. 30, 2007 ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- Airman 1st Class Julian Nurse, an aircraft armament technician, was recently nomiated for the Liberty Spotlight for his constant display of the Air Force core value, "Service Before Self." Unit: 48 Munitions Squadron, aircraft armament Commander: Maj. Brian Tolsen Time in service: One year Time at Lakenheath: Six months Hometown: Piscataway, New Jersey Hobbies: I work out all the time, I read comic books, and I love drawing, I also like running in the woods too. Believe it or not, I like studying a lot because, the mind is like a sponge and I challenge myself to see how much information and knowledge I can retain. Core Value Portrayed/Reason why nominated for Liberty Spotlight: "Service before self." "Airman 1st Class Nurse has devoted countless weekends and afternoons to go volunteer his services to the base Honor Guard," said Staff Sgt. Samuel Renelien, 48th MUNS. Why is serving in the Air Force important to you? There is nothing like serving in the military. Every time I put on my uniform, I know that I will serve my country well and practice the highest standards of professionalism that are seen by many. What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of? I'm most proud of joining Base Honor Guard. When I joined, I knew that I was joining a team of elite Airmen that devote their time and service for the fallen soldiers from the past and present. What are your personal and career goals? My personal goal is; when I leave the Air Force, I'll go to school get my masters in Architectural Engineering and become an Architect. My military career goal is to go to the Air Force Academy to study to become a pilot. Another personal goal of mine, is to study as many martial arts as I possibly can, before my life is over.