MAY 13, 2015, STENNIS SPACE CENTER, Miss. (NNS) - The threat of rain couldn't dampen the enthusiasm of Sailors from the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command as they shared their love of science, technology and the Navy with visitors to Fleet Week New Orleans on April 25. Every day these Sailors provide environmental information that helps Naval and Joint forces … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2015
Enroll Newborns in TRICARE Within 60 Days of Birth
MAY 13, 2015, COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. - Service members are reminded to enroll their newborns into TRICARE within 60 days of birth or 120 days in overseas areas. When newborns are not enrolled within the first 60 days of birth, this can cause claims processing issues and parents incur costly out-of-pocket expenses. Members who want their newborns to have TRICARE … [Read more...]
DoD Education Activity Focuses on College, Career Readiness
WASHINGTON, May 12, 2015 - The Department of Defense Education Activity will begin a new initiative in the fall to better prepare its students for college or careers, the organization’s director said May 8. DoDEA operates 181 accredited schools in 14 districts located in 12 foreign countries, seven states, Guam, and Puerto Rico. The system serves more than 78,000 children … [Read more...]
Medical Education & Training: Health Care’s Future
MAY 12, 2015, JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (NNS) - Through extensive hands-on training, Naval Hospital (NH) Jacksonville produces Navy Medicine's health care providers of the future. Highly-skilled military and civilian professionals deploy with Sailors and Marines worldwide - providing critical mission support aboard ships, in the air, under the sea, and on the battlefield. At the … [Read more...]
5 of the Most Fitting Majors to Pursue in your Post-Military Education
MAY 12, 2015, by Lizzie Weakley - The skills you learn from the military are applicable to a wide variety of career fields. Depending on your specialization while serving, you may even find yourself looking at similar jobs in the civilian sector. The military teaches discipline, work ethic and the ability to rise to any challenge. Take a look at some of the best majors for … [Read more...]