Air Force Airman Bradley R. Shepherd graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Shepherd is the son of Rick Shepherd of Silver Lake. He is a 2009 graduate of Tippecanoe Valley High School, Akron, Ind.