Archives for April 2014

U.S. Army Medicine Civilian Corps Dedicated to Behavioral Health Recruitment

April 30, 2014, Fort Sam Houston, Texas - The U.S. Army Medicine Civilian Corps continues to seek health care providers with its 2014 recruitment efforts. Similar to the national population, Behavioral Health recruitment remains prominent. Open positions are available at multiple locations worldwide. The U.S. Army Medicine Civilian Corps medical facility staffing goals are to … [Read more...]

Hagel Orders Services to Review Grooming Standards

WASHINGTON, April 30, 2014 - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel informed members of the Congressional Black Caucus that he is ordering the military services to review grooming standards, particularly those for African-American women. Pentagon Press Secretary Navy Rear Adm. John Kirby said Hagel directed the deputy secretary of defense to work with the service secretaries and the … [Read more...]

CSAF Promotes Balance of Stewardship and Capability

April 30, 2014, WASHINGTON (AFNS) - The Air Force chief of staff explored the proper force ratio between the service’s active duty and reserve components in testimony before the Senate Armed Services Committee, April 29. Gen. Mark A. Welsh III emphasized the importance of a detailed financial, operational and force sustainment analysis. “When we've completed the … [Read more...]

PACFLT Stresses Sexual Assault Prevention in Campaign to #StepUpStepIn

April 30, 2014, PEARL HARBOR (NNS) - As Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) comes to a close April 30, U.S. Pacific Fleet leaders continue to stress the importance of a year-round approach to intervention. With an emphasis on raising awareness this month throughout the active, Reserve and civilian workforce, nearly 600 events were conducted across the Pacific Fleet to … [Read more...]

Veterans Employment Council Talks Strategy to Increase Employment and Retention of Veterans in Gov.

April 30, 2014, Washington, DC - The President's Council on Veterans Employment, Co-Chaired by Secretary of Labor, Thomas E. Perez, and Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Eric K. Shinseki, and Vice-Chaired by U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Director, Katherine Archuleta, met to discuss the progress made in implementing Executive Order 13518, Employment of Veterans in … [Read more...]

Guard Annual Training Integrates with Combat Training

APRIL 2, 2026 — Soldiers from the Florida Army National Guard’s 3rd Battalion, 265th Air Defense Artillery Regiment trained alongside the 82nd Airborne Division during a combat training center rotation 15-20 March, marking the first time a Guard unit has integrated into an active-duty rotation under the National Guard’s new Minuteman Rotation concept. The Minuteman […]

Air National Guard Unveils New Bonus Program

MARCH 11, 2023 – On March 1st, the Air National Guard (ANG) launched a new bonus program to attract and retain personnel in critical specialties. The initiative offers significant financial rewards, with bonuses of up to $90,000 for eligible members, depending on their Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). This strategic move aims to strengthen the […]

Military Students’ Tips to Balance Service and Studies

OCTOBER 10, 2025 – Studying in college while serving in the military can be highly rewarding but also extremely demanding in some respects. Military members, veterans, and their families typically balance demanding duty schedules, deployments, family responsibilities, and school schedules. It requires careful planning, flexibility, and being willing to seek and take advantage of available […]

Estate Planning for Vets and Service Members

FEBRUARY 2, 2026 – Why a Will is not enough along with VA Burial Benefit Facts You Need To Know, 10 Important Facts About Your VA Burial Benefits. Join us for our next webinar: Estate Planning Made Easy – Did You Know Everyone has an Estate Plan? Unfortunately most people find this out too late! […]