Staff Sergent Kathryn Bloise is a native of Longmont, Colorado. She recently joined the Air Force Band of the West in June of 2019. Prior to serving in the Air Force, Sergent Bloise was a private lesson instructor and freelance musician in Austin, Texas. In addition to making music, Sergent Bloise enjoys spending time outside, reading, and rock climbing.
Education:
2010: Bachelors of Music, Oboe Performance, University of Colorado, Boulder
2012: Masters of Music, Oboe Performance, Arizona State University
2014: Performance Certificate, Lamont School of Music, University of Denver
2023: Airman Leadership School
ASSIGNMENTS:
APR-JUN 2019, Basic Military Training, Lackland Air Force Base, Texas
JUN 2019 - Present, JBSA- Lackland, Texas
MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS:
Humanitarian Service Medal
Air and Space Commendation Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION:
Airman First Class 23 APR 2019
Senior Airman 23 AUG 2021
Staff Sergeant 01 JAN 2025
current as of 13 May 26