First Knight Published July 14, 2009 By 21st Medical Support Squadron PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. -- Staff Sgt. Karla Gunn was selected for this week's First Knight award. This award is designed to recognize outstanding Airmen and civilians each week for the work they do every day. Name: Karla D. Gunn Unit: 21st Medical Support Squadron Duty Title: Medical records section, noncommissioned officer in-charge Hometown: Batesville, Miss. Time in Air Force: 10 years Hobbies: Running, reading and working-out Favorite music: R & B and gospel Time assigned to unit: 23 months Last good book read: "Two Little Girls in Blue," by Mary Higgins Clark: How has joining the Air Force impacted your life? The Air Force has given me the privilege to interact with people from different backgrounds and cultures; it has made me self-reflect, which has influenced my life in positive ways. I have seen that everyone has good qualities and I try every day to help them realize their potential. If you were Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force for one day, how would you change the Air Force? I would add points to enlisted performance reports for doing extra sit-ups and push-ups if you are currently in "excellent" category. What do you like most about being an Airman? Meeting people and helping them to see the positive in every situation. Last Good Movie: Taken What is your favorite thing about being in the Air Force? One of my favorite things is being able to travel to different countries. Not many jobs will allow you to travel to other countries and experience the different cultures, languages and customs. Seeing some of the less fortunate countries has given me a new appreciation for everything in my life. Why selected: "Staff Sgt. Karla Gunn is the epitome of professionalism. She was selected for this recognition because she exemplifies the core values as evidence of her every day dedication to the mission." - Senior Master Sgt. Mark Bronson, 21st Medical Operations Squadron superintendent