Navy Seaman Susan M. Brower, daughter of Mary F. and Steven W. Brower of Gray, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.

During the eight-week program, Brower completed a variety of training, which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

Brower is a 2003 graduate of Royal Academy of Gray.