Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class Alexander J. Bianco graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.
He 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.
He graduated in 2006 from Watchung Hills Regional High School, Warren, N.J., and earned a bachelor's degree in 2010 from George Mason University in Fairfax.