WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Oct. 26, 2015) -- "He exemplifies leadership through heart and mind, through logic and strength and civility. Throughout a consequential career, he's earned a reputation for examining problems - and devising solutions - in innovative ways, and in doing so, has broadened our national security perspective, and helped to get our Army to the right … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2015
How to Get Into Law School After Military Service
October 26, 2015, by Anum Yoon - Getting into law school is never easy, but even if you’ve been out of school for several years while serving in the military, it’s not an impossible task. In fact, your military experience may even make you more likely to be accepted. Most law schools look for more than just high GPAs and LSAT scores, and your work in the military … [Read more...]
Is Substance Abuse Rising in Returned Veterans?
October 23, 2015, by Brooke Chaplan - Smoking, alcohol, prescription drugs, and illegal substances are often considered a crutch for a bigger underlying problem. In the case of returning veterans, it is a historical fact that war and drugs go hand in hand. How then, can we expect a decrease in substance abuse in our military heroes of today? History of War and Drugs As … [Read more...]
What the Navy is Doing Now to Remain Cybersecure
WASHINGTON (NNS) - October 22, 2015 -- The cyber threat reaches beyond traditional information technology (IT) networks and computers to systems that affect nearly every aspect of the Navy's mission. Machinery control, weapons and navigation systems may be vulnerable, as well as the networks and computers commonly used by Navy personnel. To protect against these threats the … [Read more...]
Recon Marines Take Flight During Parachute Training
BAY SAINT LOUIS, Miss. -- Marines with 3rd Force Reconnaissance Company, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, conducted parachute training operations at Stennis International Airport, Oct. 15, 2015. Reconnaissance Marines are some of the first responders to potential crisis if called upon by the U.S. Government, and maintaining readiness is critical to completing their … [Read more...]