By Cheryl Pellerin American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, March 2, 2012 – A proposed new governance structure will make the military health system more effective and produce savings, and the system’s 9.8 million beneficiaries worldwide will never miss an appointment, the Pentagon’s top health affairs official said. In a Feb. 24 interview with the Pentagon Channel and … [Read more...]
Service Science Chiefs Discuss Technology, Budget Gaps
by Cheryl Pellerin American Forces Press Service 3/2/2012 - WASHINGTON -- In talks yesterday with science chiefs from the Air Force, Army, Navy and Marine Corps, House Armed Services Committee members targeted technology advances, cyber security and gaps left by mandated cuts in the 2013 defense budget. The panel heard testimony from Dr. Steven H. Walker, the Air Force deputy … [Read more...]
Tuition Assistance Offered to Service Members
By Lance Cpl. J. Gage Karwick , Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni Tuition assistance is an opportunity for Marines and sailors to earn a college education with little to no cost. All first time students must complete a "TA Orientation" class (College 101) prior to using TA. Marines on major installations may access the course at local education offices. Marines at remote … [Read more...]
Marine Online Hosts Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Fund Drive
By Cpl. Aaron Hostutler , Headquarters Marine Corps WASHINGTON — Marine Online launches a charity event system that will automate management of the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society’s donation process. According to MARADMIN 100/12, the new system offers a streamlined contribution method for Marines and sailors who want to donate to this year’s NMCRS Active Duty Fund … [Read more...]
White House Pays Tribute to Iraq War Veterans, Families
By Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr. American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, March 1, 2012 – President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama hosted a White House tribute to Iraq War veterans and their families last night to honor them for their service, sacrifice and commitment to nation. Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, Dr. Jill Biden, and Defense … [Read more...]