Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force Roger Towberman discusses the future of Guardians at the 2022 Air Force Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference, National Harbor, Md., Sept 20, 2022. (Air Force photo by Andy Morataya) SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 - Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force Roger A. Towberman shared an update during his keynote speech at the Status of the Space … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2022
Spectrum Sharing Maintains Economic Dominance
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 - The Defense Department is, perhaps, the biggest user of the spectrum within the United States. But for the U.S. to remain economically competitive, the DOD must share the spectrum. The DOD's chief information officer said it's possible to do that without compromising national security. "As the DOD CIO, we absolutely get it at the Department of Defense … [Read more...]
Air Force Recruiters Using New Tools in Difficult Environment
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 - As the head of recruiting for the Air and Space Forces, Maj. Gen. Ed Thomas is in a job that requires him to be pragmatic and creative and occasionally willing to test boundaries in the quest to meet never slacking personnel demands of the two services. That, more than anything, explains why Thomas is personally reviewing pictures of “hand tattoos” to … [Read more...]
Loan Forgiveness Waiver Nearing End
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 - Defense Department personnel with student loan debt might be able to benefit from temporary changes made to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. The Limited PSLF Waiver allows borrowers to receive credit for past periods of repayment, making it easier to have their loans forgiven. Those who have not already applied for this waiver must submit … [Read more...]
Marine Awarded for Bravery During Kabul Airport Attack
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 - A massive blast shakes the ground as the Marines arrive at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan. Chaos erupts before their eyes as they attempt to approach the airport gate. Vehicles shake and people scream and run in terror as Marine Sgt. Leilana TupuaRodriguez tries to orient herself to figure out what is going on. This was the … [Read more...]