AUGUST 5, 2020 - The Community College of the Air Force announced plans for a new degree program slated for launch in 2021. The new Associate of Applied Science in Military Technology and Applied Sciences Management degree is a flexible alternative for enlisted personnel serving in Air Force specialties lacking enough formal skills training to meet current degree program … [Read more...]
Air Force Removes Uniform Barrier for Women
AUGUST 5, 2020 - Based on overwhelming feedback from the field, Department of the Air Force officials announced today women may elect to wear pants or a skirt with their mess dress uniform. The changes, which are effective immediately, are outlined in an exception-to-policy memorandum addressed to all Air Force personnel. “It’s our responsibility to provide flexible … [Read more...]
Air Force Allows Pregnant, Postpartum Women to Attend PME
JULY 30, 2020 - Pregnant and postpartum members may now attend professional military education without an exception to policy, and are also exempt from the requirement to have a passing fitness assessment prior to attending. Previous policy prevented pregnant women and women within their one-year postpartum deferment period from attending PME, creating an unintended barrier … [Read more...]
Project Inclusion to Cut Board Photos to Promote Diversity
JUNE 29, 2020 - Starting in August, photos will be eliminated from promotion and selection boards as the Army launches “Project Inclusion” to identify practices that inadvertently discriminate, senior leaders announced Thursday. The project is a holistic effort to listen to Soldiers, civilians and family members and enact initiatives to promote diversity and equity, … [Read more...]
The Importance of Military Friendly Schools and Employers
MAY 26, 2020 - Being a citizen soldier in an ever-changing world with unexpected natural disasters and unseen enemies is what a member of the Michigan National Guard is trained for. With the possibility of a call to come at any time, the importance of Military Friendly schools and employers is high. With over 1,000 Soldiers and Airmen activated in response to COVID-19 and 200 … [Read more...]