May 21, 2014, NEW ORLEANS - Marine administrative message 231/14 announced the activation of an initial suite of language training courses on MarineNet as a part of the Regional, Culture and Language Familiarization Program. The language course is considered vital to the program. The program ensures that Marine units are globally prepared and regionally focused so they are … [Read more...]
New Housing Allowance Procedures for Reserve Component Marines
May 14, 2014, New Orleans - Marine administrative message 235/14 announces that Reserve Marines called to active duty in support of contingency operations or activated for reasons other than training are now eligible for basic allowance for housing or overseas housing allowance during their tour. The MARADMIN explains a Reserve Marine with or without dependents is eligible … [Read more...]
Mental Health Care Services Connect to Serve More Efficiently
May 7, 2014, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort - Headquarters Marine Corps mandated a stand-alone case management system to help track mental health care from non-medical services in Marine Administrative Message 219/14, April 25. These changes mean more effective care for patients through strong connections between the myriad of mental health resources. “It’s … [Read more...]
Semper Fit Survey Asks Personnel About Leisure Needs
May 7, 2014, NEW ORLEANS - Top Marine Corps leaders are researching interests of Marines, family members, retirees and government civilians concerning fitness, sports, and other recreational pursuits that contribute to an individual’s well-being. An online survey is being randomly sent to personnel asking what they find important to have on and around their military … [Read more...]
Odierno Helps Army Honor ‘Sacrifices of Our EOD Heroes’
EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (May 6, 2014) - Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal hosted the 45th Annual Explosive Ordnance Disposal Memorial Ceremony at the EOD Memorial next to the Kauffman EOD Training Complex here, Saturday. The EOD community from all four Services gathered to remember the historical legacy of 298 EOD heroes as well as to add an additional eight EOD … [Read more...]