December 13, 2011 White House Office of Communications Washington, DC – The President’s Council on Veterans Employment, which is made up of 24 cabinet level and other independent agencies, met to discuss the progress made in implementing Executive Order 13518, Employment of Veterans in the Federal Government. Discussion included Fiscal Year (FY) 2011 preliminary data … [Read more...]
First Lady Helps Deliver ‘Toys for Tots’
Friday, December 16th, 2:00 PM ET – Mrs. Obama will visit Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling where she will deliver toys and gifts donated by Executive Office staff to the Marine Corps' Toys for Tots Campaign. She will also visit with Toys for Tots volunteers and other personnel. This visit will be open press, but space is limited. Members of the media who wish to cover this event … [Read more...]
Correction Officers
Correctional officers are responsible for overseeing individuals who have been arrested and are awaiting trial or who have been convicted of a crime and sentenced to serve time in a jail, reformatory, or penitentiary. Military experience is often seen as a plus for corrections employment, and will often suffice in place of college credits. Correctional officers maintain … [Read more...]
Happy 375th Birthday to Our National Guard
12/13/2011 Born from humble beginnings, the National Guard celebrates its 375th birthday with value and vigilance. The military organization we know today as the National Guard came into existence with a direct declaration on December 13, 1636. On this date, the Massachusetts General Court in Salem, for the first time in the history of the North American continent, … [Read more...]
Forensics
Forensics is the study and use of science and technology to investigate and establish facts in criminal and civil courts of law. It is also a study of debate and argumentation. The rule of the law in forensics is based upon the belief that the legal system process results in justice. If you take on the role of a forensic scientist, you are expected to have very strong skills … [Read more...]