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...]
‘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...]
U.S. Looks at New Ways to Supply Troops in Afghanistan
By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, July 21, 2011 – The United States must study ways to resupply troops in Afghanistan if Pakistan closes the supply corridor through that country, President Barack Obama's choice to lead U.S. Transportation Command told the Senate Armed Services Committee today. Air Force Gen. William M. Fraser III testified before the … [Read more...]
Medical Education, Commissioning Programs Available
7/19/2011 - RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas (AFNS) -- Airmen have the opportunity to apply for Biomedical Sciences Corps training and commissioning programs for fiscal 2012, Air Force officials announced. Applicants interested in the following programs should be U.S. citizens, meet the minimum commissioning age requirements, meet fitness standards and be medically qualified for … [Read more...]