Navy College Program (NCP) — NCP provides Sailors with opportunities to earn college degrees through a variety of options. The program's mission is to provide continual academic support to Sailors while they pursue a technical or college degree, regardless of their location or duty station. Navy College Program for Afloat College Education (NCPACE) — NCPACE offers … [Read more...]
TAMP
The Transition Assistance Management Program (TAMP) provides a variety of services and opportunities to service members preparing to transition out of the military. TAMP helps Sailors get ready for civilian life, since many soldiers don't have the education on how to adjust from soldier life to civilian. Every transitioning Sailor must complete the DD Form 2648, and will be … [Read more...]
Deadline For Special “Stop Loss” Pay Closing In Fast
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...]
‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ is No More
With his signature, the President put in motion the end of a policy that has hurt our military as a whole, that has forced thousands of those who serve to do so under a cloud of anxiety and isolation, and that has stood as a symbol of the barriers to unity and equality in our country. As the President put it, "For we are not a nation that says, 'don't ask, don’t tell.' We are … [Read more...]
U.S Military Ready for End on Ban of Gays Serving Openingly
The repeal of the military's "Don’t Ask, Don't Tell" law is expected to take effect today. Pentagon press secretary George Little said Monday that the military is adequately prepared for the end of the current policy, commonly known as "don't ask, don't tell," under which gays can serve as long as they don't openly acknowledge their sexual orientation and commanders are not … [Read more...]