VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. - Petty Officer 2nd Class Vianca Arroyo Pagan from Jayuya, Puerto Rico, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Joint Expeditionary Base (JEB) Little Creek.
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Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Klineizquierdo |
Arroyo Pagan graduated from Nueva Esperanza Academy in 2015.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Puerto Rico.
“I come from a really small town in Puerto Rico,” said Arroyo Pagan. "It's important to do your best and never forget where you came from."
Arroyo Pagan joined the Navy four years ago. Today, Arroyo Pagan serves as a personnel specialist.
“I joined the Navy to take advantage of the benefits such as education, pay and travel,” said Arroyo Pagan.
According to Navy officials, JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is the country’s premier installation for housing and training the nation’s expeditionary forces. It is one command with two properties: JEB Fort Story and JEB Little Creek. The JEB is comprised of the former Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek and the Army Post of Fort Story. Fort Story witnessed the humble beginnings of the nation at the 1607 first landing site. Little Creek began as a dynamic training ground for World War II amphibious forces.
With 90% of global commerce traveling by sea and access to the internet relying on the security of undersea fiber optic cables, Navy officials continue to emphasize that the prosperity of the United States is directly linked to recruiting and retaining talented people from across the rich fabric of America.
Arroyo Pagan serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation's prosperity and security.
"We will earn and reinforce the trust and confidence of the American people every day," said Adm. Lisa Franchetti, chief of naval operations. "Together we will deliver the Navy the nation needs."
Arroyo Pagan has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I'm proud to have earned my current rank in of petty officer second class less than four years,” said Arroyo Pagan.
Arroyo Pagan can take pride in serving America through military service.
“Serving in the Navy means that we represent those who have gone before us defending our country,” said Arroyo Pagan. "Because of their sacrifices, I serve proudly every day."
Arroyo Pagan is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to send a shoutout to my family,” added Arroyo Pagan. "They're the ones who keep me going. I want to thank my grandmother, Gudelia, for always being there for me. Of course, I want to thank my husband, Wilfred Resto, who’s currently serving in the Navy, as well."