Thunderbolt of the Week: Staff Sgt. Stephanie Ruepp Published June 1, 2007 LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. -- Staff Sgt. Stephanie Ruepp, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron, Unit Fitness Program Manager Hometown: Blanco, Texas Years in service: Six Education: Working on my Community College of the Air Force degree in professional aeronautics Previous assignments: Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, and Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea Inspirations: My mother and husband Goals: To obtain a master's degree and become chief master sergeant of the Air Force Greatest feat: My F-16 incentive ride with Col. David Orr, 56th Fighter Wing vice commander Self-description: Easy going and loves life Famous last words: "PT! Good for you, good for me!" Off-duty interests: Family, NASCAR, hiking, fishing and other outdoor activities Commander's comments: "Sergeant Ruepp has done a tremendous job with our fitness program since she took over in January 2007," said Lt. Col. Timothy Molnar, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron commander. "Our overall pass rate of 98 percent is the highest in our squadron since the Air Force fitness testing program began. Her energy and initiative is a big reason for our success. She continuously receives high praise from other members in the squadron for her fitness prowess."