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Section: Military
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U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Twanda “Tia” E. Young Retires
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Twanda “Tia” E. Young – the first female officer commissioned through S.C. State’s ROTC program promoted to general – has retired from the Army Reserve after 33 years, The Times and Democrat reported. She was the deputy commanding general with Human Resources Command, Fort Knox, Kentucky. Young holds a bachelor’s degree […]
December 31, 2020
Other News
SUNY and United States Naval Community College Partner to Enroll and Educate Service Members
SUNY and United States Naval Community College are partnering to give educational opportunities for sailors, marines, and coast guards through USNCC’s Phase I pilot program, effective January 2021, WIVB reported. The partnership aims to better prepare enlisted service members, improve operational readiness, and support lifelong learning with naval-relevant education opportunities and tailored support services, WIVB […]
December 31, 2020
Other News
Retired Military Officials Call on Defense Secretary to Address Shrinking Pool of Military-Eligible People
Some military leaders are calling on Acting Defense Secretary Christopher C. Miller to do something about the shrinking pool of young, military-eligible people, Military.com reported. More than 70% of young Americans cannot join the military due to obesity, education problems, or crime and drug records. Mission: Readiness – which includes approximately 800 retired generals and […]
December 31, 2020
Other News
Department of Defense Report Gives Recommendations for Diversity and Inclusion in Military
A recent report from the Department of Defense Board on Diversity and Inclusion is calling for “aggressive integration” of diversity and inclusion into military department culture, stating that underrepresentation in senior officer ranks persists today. The Dec. 18 report – “Recommendations to Improve Racial and Ethnic Diversity and Inclusion in the U.S. Military” – makes […]
December 31, 2020
Academics
Six Senior Military Colleges Receive $1.475 Million Each to Create Cybersecurity Institutes
The University of North Georgia (UNG) and the U.S.’s five other senior military colleges (SMCs) have each received approximately $1.475 million in federal funds to create cybersecurity institutes as pilot programs in fall 2020, according to a UNG press release. The funds come from a $10 million Department of Defense (DOD) appropriation to the National […]
December 18, 2020
Other News
$1 Million Initiative Seeks to Improve Service Experiences for Military Families of Color
The $1 million Blue Star Families’ Racial Equity Initiative seeks to improve the service experiences of military families of color, Military Times reported. The initiative will include aspects such as research and “a leadership training program to create a pipeline for the next generation of diverse leaders who want to work with private organizations supporting […]
December 18, 2020
Policy
Legislation Protecting Funding for Tribal Nations and Military School-Aged Children Made Into Law
The “Impact Aid Coronavirus Relief” Act, which secures education funding for tribal nations and military school-aged children throughout COVID-19, was signed into a law by President Donald Trump this month, Journal Inquirer reported. U.S. Rep. Joseph D. Courtney (D-CT) introduced the legislation in August, which was then passed by the House in October and Senate […]
December 18, 2020
Policy
Legislation Brings Update to Federal Diversity Training Programs
New legislation will require employees at the United States Department of Defense to participate in revamped diversity training programs, Vox reported. The introduction of the “Realizing Efforts for Military Equity, Diversity and Inclusion” (REMEDI) Act by Rep. Jason Crow (D-CO) comes after President Donald Trump attempted to eliminate some diversity training programs within the federal government. Under the […]
December 18, 2020
Other News
Decision to Relocate Gen. “Stonewall” Jackson Statue to Civil War Museum Prompts Mixed Reaction
The Virginia Military Institute (VMI) is relocating a statue of Confederate Gen. “Stonewall” Jackson from its campus to another VMI property, the Virginia Museum of the Civil War. The statue and pedestal were recently removed from the front of campus student barracks and will be placed in the Civil War museum in the coming months […]
December 11, 2020
Veterans
Webster Alumnus Nominated to Become First Black Secretary of Defense
Webster University lauded the selection of one its most high profile alumni, who was nominated this week by President-elect Joseph Biden to be the next Secretary of Defense. If approved, Retired Gen. Lloyd Austin III, a Webster University alumnus, would be the first Black man to serve as Secretary of Defense in the United States. […]
December 11, 2020
Other News
Job Preferences to be Given to Veterans in South Carolina
As part of a new regulation in South Carolina, United States Armed Forces veterans who were “honorably discharged” will take priority in certain job applications across the state, according to WAVY-TV. During the hiring process for higher education institutions and government agencies, one eligible veteran must be interviewed for every available full-time position posted. Beginning in 2021, to […]
December 11, 2020
Academics
Webinar Analyzes Prior-Learning Assessments’ Impact on Adult Student Outcomes
Using firsthand accounts of student experiences and input from higher education leaders, Lumina Foundation’s webinar on Thursday noted the impact of prior-learning assessments (PLA) on adult student outcomes. The event, which brought together over 300 people virtually, also used data from Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) and the Council for Adult and Experiential […]
December 11, 2020
Other News
New Research Makes the Case for More Student Veteran Enrollment
A recently published brief from the American Talent Initiative (ATI) is making the case for colleges and universities to enroll and support more student veterans. ATI – launched in 2016 – is a joint group between Ithaka S+R and the Aspen Institute – supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies – with 132 members composed of high-graduation rate […]
December 4, 2020
COVID-19
New Research Makes the Case for More Student Veteran Enrollment
AÂ recently published brief from the American Talent Initiative (ATI) is making the case for colleges and universities to enroll and support more student veterans.
December 4, 2020
Academics
U.S. Naval Community College Partners With Institutions to Offer Military Program
The United States Naval Community College named Alexandria Technical and Community College (ATCC) as one of five institutions to implement a pilot program on campus to serve military members, EchoPress reported. Beginning in January, around 600 servicemembers plan to participate in the program. At ATCC, 90 of them will complete online classes in areas such […]
December 4, 2020
Other News
U.S. Army, Howard Establish Center of Excellence Focused on Artificial Intelligence
In a $7.5 million collaboration with the United States Army, Howard University will create a “Center of Excellence” to research artificial intelligence technology, FedScoop reported. The three main research areas at the “Howard University Center of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning,” include “AI applications for the Department of Defense, trustworthy AI technologies and […]
December 4, 2020
Academics
U.S. Coast Guard Offers Program to College Students
The United States Coast Guard offers a program designed for college students interested in receiving military work experience, Big Island Now reported. Under the College Student Pre-Commissioning Initiative (CSPI), students are enlisted into the U.S. Coast Guard, where they complete basic training and a leadership course. Participants will receive a salary as well as have […]
December 4, 2020
Other News
University of Dayton Launching Military and Veteran Advisory Committee
The University of Dayton, a Military Friendly gold designated institution, is launching a new Military and Veteran Advisory Committee to help ensure veterans and service members attending and working at UD receive the services and programs they need to be successful. “The advisory committee will offer perspectives on issues that affect veterans and their families […]
November 29, 2020
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