July 22, 2011 By Sarah Maxwell, RDECOM ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md., July 26, 2011 -- The U.S. Army is a well-trained, well-equipped fighting force. And behind every weapon, a piece of armor and training that prepares and protects Soldiers in battle are teams of scientists and engineers who are solving complex problems and driving future capabilities. As part of the U.S. … [Read more...]
NMCRS
The mission of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society's (NMCRS) education programs is to help eligible Navy and Marine Corps service members and families pursue their academic goals by providing a source of education financing. Scholarships and no-interest loans are available ranging from $500 to $2,500 per year. The Gold Star Program provides academic grants for the following: … [Read more...]
Active Guard, Reserve Program Great Opportunity for Active-Duty Soldiers
By Brian Gebhart Army News Service WASHINGTON --The Active Guard Reserve program allows Soldiers transitioning off active duty the opportunity to compete for AGR positions closer to home. "Soldiers who serve on the AGR program are full-time support to both U.S. Army Reserve units as well as to outside agencies that deal with the Army Reserve," said Mark Russo, chief of the … [Read more...]
To be Stereotyped as an Airman
Commentary by Lt. Col. Chris Callaghan 71st Operations Support Squadron 7/21/2011 - VANCE AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. (AFNS) -- When we hear the word stereotype, we tend to attach negative connotations to it. After a conversation I had a few months ago, that word changed for me. In late March, my wife Kelly and I attended a course at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas, as part of our … [Read more...]
‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal Certified by President Obama
By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, July 22, 2011 -- Based on recommendations from military leaders, President Barack Obama has certified to Congress that the U.S. armed forces are prepared for repeal of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell'" law. There is a 60-day waiting period before the repeal goes into effect, so the law will officially come off the books … [Read more...]