FEBRUARY 23, 2017, JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) - The Air Force is expanding development opportunities for the civilian workforce by offering an associate degree at little to no cost. Graduates of the online program will be awarded an Associate of Applied Science in Air Force leadership and management studies. The 60-credit hour program is accredited by the … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2017
SWOSU Fire Fighting Trainer Sends Through First Students
FEBRUARY 23, 2017, GREAT LAKES (NNS) - Over 50 students were the first to go through the Live Fire Fighting Trainer (FFT) course at Surface Warfare Officers School Unit (SWOSU) Great Lakes, Feb. 22. The training will be delivered to over 10,800 surface accessions Sailors attending SWOSU, Center for Surface Combat Systems Unit Great Lakes, as well as staff members at the … [Read more...]
US Marines, Omani Soldiers Begin Exercise Sea Soldier 17
FEBRUARY 23, 2017, SALALAH, OMAN - Led by U.S. Naval Forces Central Command and hosted by the Royal Army of Oman, the annual, two-weeklong bilateral Exercise Sea Soldier 17 aims to enhance communication and coordination between U.S. and Omani forces, build mutual warfighting capability and support long-term regional cooperation. “Bilateral exercises, like Sea Soldier, are … [Read more...]
Optimizing PACFLT Cyber Team for Future
FEBRUARY 23, 2017, PEARL HARBOR (NNS) - Cybersecurity leaders from Pacific Fleet commands discussed new cybersecurity practices during the U.S. Pacific Fleet 2017 Fleet Cybersecurity Waterfront Readiness Symposium held at PACFLT headquarters Feb. 13-16. "The symposium was an opportunity to drill down on an increasingly important challenge," said Adm. Scott Swift, commander … [Read more...]
U.S. Army expands the Call to Active Duty Program for Guard and Reserve members
FEBRUARY 22, 2017, FORT KNOX, Ky. - The most recent Regular Army Call to Active Duty program is expanded for commissioned officers and warrant officers this year. The program allows Army Reserve and National Guard members in select grades and specialties to go on active duty. "The Army looks to retain the talent, skills and experience of quality officers who are fit, … [Read more...]