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Academics
Secretary of Defense Outlines New Efforts to Improve Diversity in Armed Forces
An internal review of the U.S military is underway, with the goal of improving diversity and “ensuring equal opportunity across the ranks.” That was the message from Secretary of Defense Mark Esper, who made the announcement in a video message to the Department of Defense, outlining two new boards he will establish to address diversity […]
June 21, 2020
Academics
After Racist Posts About George Floyd, Some Colleges Expel Students, Professor Resigns
Some universities have taken strict action against students, and in one case, a faculty member, for their racist and offensive comments and videos about George Floyd, a Black man who died last week after a Minneapolis police officer pinned him down with his knee on his neck for approximately nine minutes. These students and faculty […]
June 12, 2020
Academics
Legislators Look to Diversify Military Academies
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressman Anthony G. Brown has introduced legislation to diversify military service academy nominations by mandating race, gender, ethnicity, and other demographic metrics be collected and published on an annual basis. The “Public Accountability on Nominations Offered that Result in Admissions to Military Academies” (PANORAMA) Act would provide key public data […]
June 12, 2020
Other News
Embry-Riddle Alumnus Named First Black Service Chief
Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. made history this week when he became the nation’s first African-American service chief in the history of the U.S. armed forces. Brown, a 1995 alumnus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, was confirmed by the United States Senate in a 98-0 vote. A command pilot with more than 2,900 flying hours, including […]
June 12, 2020
Other News
Mounting Pressure Persists to Rename U.S. Military Bases
In the wake of nationwide demonstrations following the police killing of George Floyd, President Trump has ignored calls by activists to rename U.S. military bases that honor Confederate generals. “Our history as the Greatest Nation in the World will not be tampered with,” Trump tweeted to his millions of followers. A growing chorus of civil […]
June 12, 2020
Other News
Goldfein and Wright: USAF Needs to Have ‘Difficult’ Conversations About Race
The Air Force needs to have a sustained, uncomfortable, but important discussion about different life experiences to begin to address racial disparities across the service, the top uniformed Airmen said June 3. Chief of Staff Gen. David Goldfein and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth Wright hosted a two-hour virtual discussion June 3, […]
June 5, 2020
Other News
USFK Commander: Racism and Bigotry Aren’t Welcome in the US, Military
Racism and bigotry aren’t welcome in the U.S. and the U.S. military, according to U.S. Forces Korea commander Army Gen. Robert Abrams. Abrams’ comments come amid nation-wide protests following the death of George Floyd, a black man prosecutors say was murdered by a white Minneapolis police officer. Read More
June 5, 2020
Academics
More Than 5,000 Women Have Graduated From the U.S. Military Academy Since 1980
At 5:31 p.m. on Dec. 3, 2018, the engines on the Russian Soyuz MS-11 spacecraft roared to life on a launch pad in Kazakhstan. As bright orange flames erupted from the engines, the spacecraft lifted off the ground and began its journey to the International Space Station. Dressed in a white and blue spacesuit, Army […]
June 5, 2020
Other News
Floyd’s Death Pushes Military to Face ‘Own Demons’ On Race
WASHINGTON — The death of George Floyd in police hands has pushed the U.S. military to search its soul and to admit that, like the rest of America, it has fallen short on racial fairness. Although the military historically has prided itself on diversity, leaders acknowledge that black troops often are disproportionately subject to military […]
June 5, 2020
Other News
Latinos Are Fastest Growing Population in US Military, But Higher Ranks Remain Out of Reach
Carl Castro had learned the news months earlier, but it didn’t really hit him until he was driving into work one day: He was going to be a colonel. That meant new privileges, as well as new responsibilities. Castro was excited to have generals listen to him and take his advice. As a psychologist in […]
May 29, 2020
Funding
Sailors Taking Summer, Fall College Courses Should Begin Application Process
Sailors planning to take summer or fall college courses using Tuition Assistance (TA) or Navy College Program for Afloat College Education (NCPACE) should begin to submit their application requests. Sailors can submit their command-approved TA/NCPACE applications as early as 120 days in advance, but no later than 14 days prior to the term start date […]
May 29, 2020
Academics
Freedom Alliance Pledges $2 Million for College Scholarships
DULLES, Va., May 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Freedom Alliance, a charitable organization supporting our nation’s military and injured service members, is accepting applications for college scholarships from the children of military heroes who gave life or limb for our country. This year Freedom Alliance will provide $2 million in college assistance for children of […]
May 29, 2020
Other News
Trump Extends National Guard’s Coronavirus Deployment Following Outcry
The Trump administration is extending the federal deployment of more than 40,000 National Guard troops aiding coronavirus relief efforts in nearly every state and federal territory, reversing plans for an earlier cutoff following bipartisan backlash and pressure from top defense officials. The federal government will now keep funding National Guard troops across the country through mid-August, […]
May 29, 2020
Other News
‘A Life Well-Lived’: Central Ohio Remembers Original Tuskegee Airman Hilton Carter Jr.
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Central Ohio is mourning the loss of an original Tuskegee Airman. Hilton Carter Jr., 91, died May 6 after a life of service. As a teen, he joined the Army and flew missions with the Air Corps in the Pacific during World War II. After the war, he was assigned to Lockbourne […]
May 17, 2020
Other News
DoD Launches Financial Site for Military Spouses
Military spouses often are the family’s chief financial officer. From managing permanent-change-of-station moves to unexpected emergencies and changes in pay, there is little doubt about the importance of understanding the unique circumstances of managing personal finances in the military life. In recognition of military spouses and the important role they have in keeping the force […]
May 17, 2020
Other News
Navy Grants First Waiver to Transgender Officer Under Trump’s Ban
The first transgender officer granted a waiver to openly serve in the United States military under the Trump administration’s current ban is known only as Jane Doe. In March, the GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD) and the National Center for Lesbian Rights filed a suit on her behalf against the Pentagon over the policy, […]
May 17, 2020
Other News
Five Cherokee Students Earn Appointments to Military Academies
Five Cherokee County School District Class of 2020 graduating seniors are headed to U.S. service academies, system officials said. Acceptance to one on the country’s elite military academies is a prestigious honor, as enrollment is very limited with appointees selected based on excellent records of academic performance, athletic achievement, leadership skills and community service, school […]
May 17, 2020
Other News
Veteran Unemployment Up to Nearly 12 Percent Amid Coronavirus Crisis
Veterans unemployment jumped to nearly 12 percent in April as the country’s total jobless rate rose to its highest levels since the Great Depression because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. More than 1 million veterans filed for jobless benefits last month, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. At 11.7 percent, the unemployment rate for veterans was two […]
May 8, 2020
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