June 3, 2011 By Donna Miles, American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, June 1, 2011 -- As part of an interagency effort to support America's veterans, the Labor Department today announced $37 million in grants to provide job training for about 21,000 veterans, many of them homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Labor Secretary Hilda L. Solis announced the grants today, … [Read more...]
Army Launches Out New ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal Website
June 3, 2011 By Sharonda Pearson, ARNEWS WASHINGTON (Army News Service) -- In preparation of the repeal of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, the Army has launched a new website to provide servicemembers and their families the most up-to-date information about the change. The website features current news articles, key facts, frequently asked questions and additional … [Read more...]
Statement of Administration Policy on House Passage H.R 2055 Act, 2012
June 1, 2011 White House Office of Management and Budget The Administration supports House passage of H.R. 2055, making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2012, and for other purposes. The Administration is committed to ensuring the Nation lives within its means and … [Read more...]
Navy Sailors Inspire Elementary Students Through Mentorship Program
May 31, 2011 By Petty Officer 3rd Class Hadi El-Abiad SAN DIEGO - Female sailors assigned to Fleet Logistics Support Squadron Five-Seven volunteered their time by giving career presentations to fifth and sixth-graders at Berry Elementary School in San Diego May 27. The presentations were part of an existing relationship between the elementary school and VR-57 to mentor and … [Read more...]
Navy’s New Language Learning Study Looking for Volunteers
May 25, 2011 From Center for Information Dominance Public Affairs PENSACOLA, Fla (NNS) -- The Navy's Center for Language, Regional Expertise and Culture (CLREC) and the Academic Consortium for Global Education (ACGE) announced May 24, volunteers are needed for a new language learning study. Volunteers are being asked to participate in a Navy research project testing an … [Read more...]