WASHINGTON (Jan. 27, 2015) - When it comes to waterway and storm mitigation projects, the United States turns to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, or USACE, for assistance. Perhaps less visible has been the Corps' involvement in a number of other construction activities, including expansion and modernization of hospitals and clinics operated by the Department of Veterans … [Read more...]
Five Medical Degrees to Pursue Before ETS
JANUARY 9, 2015 - So, ETS. Every soldier in the Army is familiar with that term. Often that little date in the future becomes the mantra soldiers cling to, that moment when “this too shall pass.” It’s that glorious hoped for moment where you get your DD214 and the opportunity to return to a life free of APFTs, MREs, ACUs, PCOSs, and acronyms. If … [Read more...]
Air Force Seeks Enlisted Nurse Commissioning Program Applicants
DECEMBER 17, 2014, JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) - Eligible active-duty enlisted Airmen interested in a nursing commission have until Feb. 27, to get career field functional manager approval and submit an" intent to apply" email to the Air Force Personnel Center, officials said today. The Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program offers members an opportunity to … [Read more...]
Air Force Aid Society Grants, Scholarships Available
NOVEMBER 4, 2014, WASHINGTON (AFNS) - The Air Force Aid Society is accepting applications for education grants and scholarships. The single online application opens the door to three education programs. General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant – the centerpiece and gateway to all of the AFAS education programs. It offers need-based grants of at least $2,000 to dependent … [Read more...]
Navy Winter Tuition Assistance Requests Due
NOVEMBER 4, 2014, VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (NNS) - Sailors who plan to take college courses in December and January using Tuition Assistance (TA) should submit their requests now so they may be reviewed in time for class. Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD) Navy Voluntary Education (VOLED) Program Director Ernest D'Antonio said this is the best time for … [Read more...]