September 21,2011 From a Defense Department News Release WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2011 – Only a month remains for eligible service members, veterans and their beneficiaries to apply for Retroactive Stop Loss Special Pay. Officials extended a previous deadline to Oct. 21 to allow more time for eligible people to apply. "The nation has rallied behind this effort -- the military … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Career Colleges Program (MCCCP)
The Marine Corps Career Colleges Program expands the range of education opportunities available to Marines who would like to apply their military training and experience toward completion of a college degree. The goal is to encourage Marines to attain the same level of career development and professional recognition as their counterparts in other military services and in … [Read more...]
Naval Academy Excels in College Rankings
Sept. 12, 2011 From U.S. Naval Academy Public Affairs ANNAPOLIS, Md. (NNS) -- The U.S. Naval Academy has been ranked among the top schools in the country by the U.S. News & World Report's "Best Colleges 2012." The Naval Academy was ranked No. 14 overall for "Best Liberal Arts Colleges" nationwide, No. 1 in the nation in public schools, and No. 1 in the nation among high … [Read more...]
Payout Dates Change for Military Retiree Pay
Defense Finance and Accounting Service CLEVELAND, Sept. 9, 2011 – Paydays for military retirees and those who receive portions of retired pay are changing for the months of September and December, as the Defense Finance and Accounting Service changes its pay schedule to comply with the 2011 National Defense Authorization Act. The 2011 NDAA requires military retiree pay to be … [Read more...]
DOD Enforces New School Attendance Policy
By Elaine Sanchez American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Sept. 6, 2011 – A new Defense Department school policy underscores the importance of student attendance, while also considering military families" unique needs, the acting director of the Department of Defense Education Activity said. The policy, which went into effect Sept. 1, requires students attending DOD schools … [Read more...]