JUNE 14, 2023 - In a memorandum released last month, the Defense Department announced that previous directions to begin using the new MyTravel system have been repealed, and agencies should instead return to using the existing Defense Travel System. The Defense Travel System is a web-based application that allows military and Defense Department civilian personnel to plan … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2023
NATO Discussions to Focus on Ukraine Support
JUNE 14, 2023 - Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is traveling to Europe this week to attend the Ukraine Defense Contact Group and the NATO defense ministerial meetings. Discussions will focus on ways to most effectively support Ukraine now, as well as in the future, said a senior Defense Department official. Part of the discussion will be interoperability, as well … [Read more...]
Defense Civilian Training Corps Kick-Off Marks Milestone
JUNE 13, 2023 - On June 8, the Defense Department marked a new milestone in its commitment to modernizing the acquisition workforce with the launch of the Defense Civilian Training Corps. This pioneering initiative aims to prepare competitively selected students for public service in vital DOD acquisition-related occupations and improve talent readiness in DOD critical skill … [Read more...]
Online Education for Military Students: Benefits and Best Practices
JUNE 15, 2023 - Have you thought about signing up for online learning courses in military-friendly online colleges? With this option, you can learn at your own pace and on your schedule without the inconvenience of attending a physical classroom. It's a convenient way to bring education directly to you. For those who are on active duty, serving on a Navy ship, or stationed … [Read more...]
Multinational Marine Forces Conduct Amphibious Operations
JUNE 12, 2023 - U.S. Marines from Golf Company embarked aboard the British Royal Navy’s amphibious assault ship HMS Albion (L14) as part of exercise Baltic Operations 2023 (BALTOPS 23) in Tallinn, Estonia, on June 1 to work alongside Royal Marines throughout the two-week exercise. During their first week aboard HMS Albion, the U.S. Marines began a series of familiarization … [Read more...]