DECEMBER 29, 2021 - Deployments. Financial emergencies. The loss of a loved one. Many things can cause stress for members of the Illinois National Guard and their families. There are resources available to assist members of the Illinois National Guard to help ease the stress caused by these life changing events. “This list was created last year at the onset of COVID,” … [Read more...]
DOD Personnel, Families Can Renew Passports Online
DECEMBER 22, 2021 - Active-duty, reserve and retired service members, and Defense Department civilians and contractors and their families will soon be able to renew their U.S. passports online, according to the State Department. The online portal, which becomes available Dec. 23, will enable customers to renew their passports from the convenience of their homes 24/7 without … [Read more...]
Scholarships for Military Children Applications Now Open
DECEMBER 15, 2021 – Applications are now open for the Scholarships for Military Children Program for academic year 2022 – 2023. The program, now entering its 22nd year, recognizes the contributions of military families to the readiness of the fighting force and celebrates the commissary’s role in enhancing military quality of life. It’s administered by Fisher House … [Read more...]
How Can Military Training Help You Get Your Degree Faster
DECEMBER 7, 2021 - There is no greater honor than serving your country; it’s also something that has an everlasting effect on your life and who you are as a person. But what happens after you’ve finished your service? Fortunately, for those who wish to get an education and work in a certain field, military training and your time in the service can help you get a degree faster. … [Read more...]
How To Prepare For The ASVAB And Score Higher On Your Exam
DECEMBER 2, 2021 - The Department of Defense developed the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test to measure a person’s strength and potential. This entrance exam helps to determine the young adult’s success in military training. If you are about to take the ASVAB exam, you may think there’s little you can do to improve your potential. However, this test is not … [Read more...]