American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Oct. 28, 2011 – Although no changes to the tuition assistance policy will be made in the near term, defense officials stated the tuition assistance program will be considered as part of the holistic review of the military compensation package. Current policy provides eligible service members up to $4,500 in tuition assistance. The … [Read more...]
Officials Want DOD-Wide Tuition Assistance Plan
By Donna Miles American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Oct. 20, 2011 – Pentagon officials are reviewing the Defense Department’s tuition assistance policy, and no DOD-wide decision has been made to change benefits, officials said today. All military services are providing input to the DOD review, officials said. Any recommended changes, they added, must be instituted in a … [Read more...]
Harley-Davidson Hosts Military-Only Concert and Sweepstakes
October 20, 2011 Harley-Davidson will host a military-only concert by the Black Rebel Motorcycle Club in San Diego on Thursday, December 1, 2011, with nearly all of the tickets being given to select soldiers at nearby bases. Also, for ONE lucky military winner and a guest, Harley-Davidson will provide a full VIP experience for the concert, including travel to San Diego, … [Read more...]
Joining Forces Campaign Announces 25,000 Job Openings for Military Spouses and Vets
By Lisa Daniel American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Oct. 19, 2011 – First Lady Michelle Obama, on a visit with her husband to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., today announced a private sector hiring commitment of 25,000 military spouses and veterans as part of the Joining Forces campaign. Some 270 companies represented by the American Logistics Association for doing … [Read more...]
First Lady Shows Support at First Game of the World Series
By Elaine Sanchez American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2011 – First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, will bring their message of military family and veteran support to a vast audience tomorrow as they attend the first game of the World Series in St. Louis. Major League Baseball officials have dedicated the game, which … [Read more...]