Photo By Maria Christina Yager | Munson Army Health Center Medical Company Commander Capt. Andrew Ingalls named Munson Combat Medic Specialist Pfc. Harris Halverstadt as Soldier of the Quarter during an awards ceremony Feb. 24. Halverstadt currently supports Munson’s medical mission at the post's military corrections complex. see less
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Munson Army Health Center Recognizes NCO and Soldier of the Quarter
FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Munson Army Health Center recognized Sgt. Alexander Shannon and Pfc. Harris Halverstadt as the organization’s Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier of the Quarter, respectively, highlighting their commitment to excellence, professionalism, and medical readiness.
“Competitions like these reinforce our culture of excellence and readiness,” said 1st Sgt. Scott Munday, Munson’s medical company senior enlisted leader, “Our Soldiers are medical professionals, but they are Soldiers first. Their ability to lead, adapt, and perform under pressure ensures we remain ready to deliver high-quality health care wherever the mission requires.”
Shannon, a medical laboratory specialist assigned to the lab, and Halverstadt, a combat medic specialist supporting the Army Corrections Brigade, edged out their fellow competitors during an early morning competition, Feb. 24, which began with an Expert Physical Fitness Assessment and an obstacle course.
“The most challenging part of the competition for me was the EPFA as it was my first time performing it. My favorite part was the obstacle course as each obstacle faced, allowed for me to improvise, adapt, and overcome,” said Shannon, who reported to Munson in October.
Later Soldiers demonstrated tactical and technical competence during an oral board, where they were evaluated on Army knowledge assessments and military bearing — reinforcing the Army standard of disciplined, well-rounded professionals.
“The most challenging aspect of the competition to me was the formal board. Trying to study for the oral board and juggling school was challenging, though it was a good experience and I appreciate the opportunity,” said Halverstadt.
Munday said that recognizing top performers each quarter underscores Munson’s commitment to developing leaders, fostering esprit de corps, and maintaining a combat-ready medical force.
