U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Stephanie A. Hernandez

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Stephanie A. Hernandez 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.

Hernandez is the daughter of Emilia and Policarpio Hernandez and granddaughter of Emilia Giron De Luna, all of Newburgh, N.Y.

She graduated in 2012 from Newburgh Free Academy, Newburgh, N.Y., and earned an associate degree in 2014 from Dutchess Community College, Poughkeepsie, N.Y.