U.S. Air Force Airman Kenneth R. Gonzalez

U.S. Air Force Airman Kenneth R. Gonzalez graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Gonzalez is the son of Ernesto Gonzalez of Newburgh, N.Y., and nephew of Madeline Aponte of Newburgh, N.Y., and Nilsa Ramirez of Middletown, N.Y.

He is a 2014 graduate of Newburgh Free Academy, Newburgh, N.Y.