Capt. Jessica Sedillo, the RTI’s operations officer, provided the keynote speech. Sedillo told the graduates that, as a former commander of the 720th Transportation Company, she understands the many requirements and challenges they will face as they return to their units. “There are so many reasons for choosing 88 Mike, but I know that most of you chose this MOS (military occupational specialty) out of a strong desire to serve your country,” she said. “As an 88 Mike, you’re about to enter a noble profession,” said Sedillo. Sedillo recounted how the Army Transportation Corps moved troops, equipment, and supplies during the Civil War and was called upon to help rebuild France’s “shattered railroad network after D-Day.” Sedillo closed by saying, “Remember, you’re the Spearhead of Logistics.” Spc. Timothy Turk of Utah was the Distinguished Honor Graduate. Staff Sgt. Joshua Weems of Oregon was the Honor Graduate. Regimental Commander Col. Christopher Holland presented both with his challenge coin. Staff Sgt. Ryen Pope, Utah, was the Phase I Student Leader. Staff Sgt. Travis Butler, also of Utah, was the Phase II Student Leader. The remaining gradate were as follows. Spc. Dalton Agalzoff, Utah Spc. Joe Branch, Arizona Staff Sgt. Jayden Hastiin-Nez, New Mexico Spc. Me-Shell Hellon, Utah Sgt. Jordan Holt, Utah Staff Sgt. David Nielson, Utah Sgt. Whelen O’Brien, Utah Pvt. Trevor Olsen, Vermont Spc. Jayden Rogers, Utah Sgt. Todd Rosenlund, Utah Sgt. Brian Stout, Utah Spc. Samuel Valdez, Indiana Staff Sgt. John Zambrano, New Mexico Course Manager Sgt. 1st Class Monterey Herrera named Staff Sgt. Leo Aguillon as Instructor of the Cycle. Staff Sergeants Rolinda Apodaca, Eli Castellano, Timothy Evans, Kevin Griego, and Eric Rosas are the other instructors. Evans also served as the master of ceremonies. Sergeants 1st Class John Crespin and Eric Regensberg are the course’s senior instructors. Sgt. 1st Class Nelson Cordova is the chief instructor. The above instructors are assigned to 2nd Battalion (General Studies), 515th Regiment (RTI).
