December 13, 2011 White House Office of Communications Washington, DC – The President’s Council on Veterans Employment, which is made up of 24 cabinet level and other independent agencies, met to discuss the progress made in implementing Executive Order 13518, Employment of Veterans in the Federal Government. Discussion included Fiscal Year (FY) 2011 preliminary data … [Read more...]
Forensics
Forensics is the study and use of science and technology to investigate and establish facts in criminal and civil courts of law. It is also a study of debate and argumentation. The rule of the law in forensics is based upon the belief that the legal system process results in justice. If you take on the role of a forensic scientist, you are expected to have very strong skills … [Read more...]
Tips on Keeping Your Finances Afloat During the Holiday Season
12/2/2011 By Cpl. Jovane M. Henry Calif. -- Every holiday season, consumers spend millions of dollars on travel, gifts and meals, leaving their wallets to feel the pain as the new year rolls around. For military members, many of whom are stationed away from their families or hometowns, paying for transportation or sending gifts to family members around the world can make or … [Read more...]
School Lunch Prices Increase for Overseas Navy Families
12/2/2011 Specialist 1st Class (SW/AW) Monique K. Hilley Beginning Jan. 3, students headed back to school at Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DoDDS) after the holidays will face an increase in student meal prices mandated by The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (Public Law 111-296). Students participating in the DoD Student Meal Program that pay full price for their … [Read more...]
Homeland Security
The United States of Homeland Security is a cabinet department of the United States Federal Government. The Department's mission is to ensure a homeland that is safe, secure, and resilient against terrorism and other hazards. The cabinet was formed November, 25, 2002, after the September 11th terrorist attack. While created due to the September 11th attacks, the DHS's … [Read more...]