Dragon of the Week Published Sept. 1, 2009 81st Training Wing Public Affairs KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. -- Name -- Airman Ryan Kamplain Unit -- 81st Logistics Readiness Squadron Position -- vehicle operator/dispatcher Time in Air Force -- one year Time at Keesler -- eight months Noteworthy -- drove Sean Peneguy for "Pilot of the Day" sponsored by Make-A-Wish Foundation; designed and constructed vehicle operations memorial; volunteered to transport senior noncommissioned officers to funeral of Army Staff Sgt. Johnny Polk Hometown -- Steger, Ill. Why did you join the Air Force? travel What are your short- and long-term goals? short-term, preparing for my upcoming deployment; long-term, pursuing my education and receiving my Community College of the Air Force degree What's your favorite quote? "Always keep an open mind and a compassionate heart." -- Phil Jackson What are your hobbies? baseball, golf, fishing and being outdoors