Austin Gentel

This past year has been a very eventful one that just keeps on giving. Last Spring, I had a couple major life changing events. The first one was completing my Master of Arts Degree in Public Policy. The second and more impactful one is that I joined the US Army to become a CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear) Specialist. It was a long summer of intense training both physically and mentally but it paid off in the end. 

I lucked out with my first duty station being in Germany!! It has been a blast out here, especially being able to take part in the German Christmas Markets and the craziness of New Years in Germany (which is where I’m at in the picture). I've also been taking full advantage of my time out here and making the most of my travels. If anyone wants to make their way out here and enjoy Europe, I would love to have a travel buddy!! I know some great places and have big plans ahead!! Although, it will all have to wait until my current deployment in Turkey is over. 

It also may be awhile until I make it back to the United States, but until then I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying life to the fullest!! I do miss everyone that I worked with and had the privilege to meet during my brief stay in Menomonie. Oh, and I definitely miss the local beer and cheese curds!! Glad to hear the program is going strong and I can't wait for the time when I can return to Menomonie to catch up and make new memories!! 

I wish you all the best from this part of the World!! 

Your Friend, 

Austin Gentel