WASHINGTON (Aug. 29, 2013) – The Department of Veterans Affairs announced today it is expanding the availability of services through the VetSuccess on Campus (VSOC) program to an additional 62 new locations this fall – bringing the number of VSOC schools across the country to 94. “VetSuccess on Campus is an innovative approach to help Veterans in the often … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2013
Army Awards 2nd Technology Under $7 Billion Renewable Energy MATOC
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Aug. 29, 2013) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville, working with the Army Energy Initiatives Task Force, awarded Multiple Award Task Order Contracts to a group of 22 qualified solar technology contractors, Aug. 27. Solar is the second of four technologies being awarded under $7 billion Renewable and Alternative … [Read more...]
CSS Reminds Sailors and Civilians to Stay Safe Labor Day Weekend
NEWPORT, R.I. (NNS, 08/29/2013) - Center for Service Support (CSS) is reminding Sailors, Department of the Navy civilians and their families to be safe this Labor Day weekend. Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30 - Sept. 1, marks the final weekend of summer and the final weekend of the Critical Days of Summer. "We place a lot of emphasis on safety, especially during the summer … [Read more...]
Female Flag Detail Honors Women’s Equality Day
NATICK, Mass. (Aug. 29, 2013) - Every day at 6:30 a.m. sharp, Soldiers stationed at Natick Soldier Systems Center raise the American flag over the installation during a ceremony called reveille. On Aug. 28, however, as the sun rose something special happened, making this daily routine memorable. "An all-female flag honors team raised the installation flag during reveille," … [Read more...]
Army’s Manufacturing Improvements Yield Lighter Body Armor
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. (Aug. 29, 2013) - Soldiers facing rugged terrain and extreme temperatures are continually searching for ways to reduce the weight of their gear. In a search for solutions to this persistent issue, U.S. Army scientists and engineers have preliminarily demonstrated body armor that is 10 percent lighter through new manufacturing processes. The U.S. … [Read more...]