A dorm room is on display for base leadership during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. Viewing the room gave leadership a glimpse into the life of Airmen living at the dorms on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior

A dorm room is on display for base leadership during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. Viewing the room gave leadership a glimpse into the life of Airmen living at the dorms on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sandra Marrero)

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing (BW) commander, displays two commander’s coins during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. An Airman Dorm Leader and a member of the 509th BW Dorm Co

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing (BW) commander, displays two commander’s coins during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. An Airman Dorm Leader and a member of the 509th BW Dorm Council earned the coins for coordinating projects that encompass all aspects of resident life and well-being. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sandra Marrero)

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing commander, congratulates Staff Sgt. Thompson Thompson, an Airman Dorm Leader, during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. Tibbets thanked Jacey for tak

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing commander, congratulates Staff Sgt. Thompson Thompson, an Airman Dorm Leader, during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. Tibbets thanked Jacey for taking care of his fellow Airmen through initiatives that improve morale and safety at Whiteman’s dormitories. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sandra Marrero)

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing commander, discusses future construction plans for base dormitories during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. Tibbets toured the dormitories, in par

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing commander, discusses future construction plans for base dormitories during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. Tibbets toured the dormitories, in part, to find cost-efficient ways to make living arrangements more comfortable for residents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sandra Marrero)

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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Billy Girdner, the 509th Bomb Wing unaccompanied housing superintendent, center, poses for a photo with Airman Dorm Council members at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. The group discussed current and future projects w

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Billy Girdner, the 509th Bomb Wing unaccompanied housing superintendent, center, poses for a photo with Airman Dorm Council members at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. The group discussed current and future projects with base leadership that will help improve living conditions for Airmen residing at the dorms. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sandra Marrero)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jacey Thompson, an Airman Dorm Leader, discusses recent projects at Atlantis Hall during a dorm quality-of-life tour for Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing (BW) commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Drinkard, the

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jacey Thompson, an Airman Dorm Leader, discusses recent projects at Atlantis Hall during a dorm quality-of-life tour for Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing (BW) commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Drinkard, the 509th BW command chief, at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. Recent projects include adding surveillance cameras for safety purposes, providing new furniture for common areas, and creating opportunities for Airmen to socialize and enjoy their down time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sandra

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Through an Airman's view: Base leaders learn about dorm life

Published Dec. 8, 2015

A dorm room is on display for base leadership during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. Viewing the room gave leadership a glimpse into the life of Airmen living at the dorms on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing (BW) commander, displays two commander’s coins during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. An Airman Dorm Leader and a member of the 509th BW Dorm Co

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing commander, congratulates Staff Sgt. Thompson Thompson, an Airman Dorm Leader, during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. Tibbets thanked Jacey for tak

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing commander, discusses future construction plans for base dormitories during a dorm quality-of-life tour at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. Tibbets toured the dormitories, in par

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Billy Girdner, the 509th Bomb Wing unaccompanied housing superintendent, center, poses for a photo with Airman Dorm Council members at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 1, 2015. The group discussed current and future projects w

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jacey Thompson, an Airman Dorm Leader, discusses recent projects at Atlantis Hall during a dorm quality-of-life tour for Brig. Gen. Paul W. Tibbets IV, the 509th Bomb Wing (BW) commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Drinkard, the