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INSCOM commander visits 505th Military Intelligence Brigade at JBSA-Camp Bullis
April 10, 2017 — Maj. Gen. Christopher Ballard, commanding general of the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command, or INSCOM, met with Col. Dustin Shultz, commander of the 505th Military Intelligence Brigade (Theater), during his visit to Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis March 31. His arrival followed the Intelligence Oversight staff visit earlier that week... MORE

Army Lt. Col Dustin Shultz (left), commander, 505th Military Intelligence Brigade, speaks with Maj. General Christopher Ballard, commander, U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command, during his visit to Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis March 31.

Silver Stars recipient urges intensity, restraint from Tactical Air Control Party graduates
April 10, 2017 — The physical and mental challenges Tactical Air Control Party apprentice course training are intense for its trainees at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

Two-time Silver Star recipient Senior Master Sgt. Thomas Case, 25th Air Force Operations Squadron operations superintendent, spoke during 353rd Battlefield Airman Training Squadron Hawk 103 TACP apprentice course graduation ceremony April 5, 2017, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

2018 CSAF Prestigious Ph.D. program application window open to captains
April 10, 2017 — The application window is open for active-duty Air Force captains interested in applying for the Chief of Staff of the Air Force Prestigious Ph.D. Program which exposes rising officers to a unique... MORE

The 2018 Chief of Staff of the Air Force Prestigious Ph.D. program application window is open through July 14, 2017, to captains who are interested in obtaining their doctoral degrees in strategic studies at a top-tier civilian institution. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Kat Bailey)

Memorial held for fallen battlefield Airman
April 7, 2017 — Members of the 37th Training Wing honored the legacy of Lt. Col. William “Bill” Schroeder, former 342 Training Squadron commander at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas April 7, 2017. On April 8, 2016, Schroeder recognized a perilous situation developing and reacted swiftly by putting himself between an armed individual and his first sergeant. In the process, he saved lives of other squadron members while being fatally wounded. Schroeder was posthumously awarded the Airman’s Medal... MORE

Members of the 350th Battlefield Airmen Training Squadron and from throughout Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland participated in a 1-mile log march during a memorial remembrance ceremony honoring Lt. Col. William “Bill” Schroeder April 7, 2017, at JBSA-Lackland, Texas, Medina Annex. Schroeder’s unit honored his legacy renaming a drop zone as Schroeder DZ and participated in a "Monster Mash" fitness competition, remembrance ceremony and log march. April 8, 2016, Schroeder recognized a perilous situation developing and reacted swiftly by putting himself between an armed individual and his first sergeant. In the process, he saved lives of other squadron members while being fatally wounded. Schroeder was posthumously awarded the Airman’s Medal, given to those that distinguish themselves by a heroic act – usually at the volunteer risk of their lives but not involving combat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

A piece of the puzzle: JBSA promotes Autism Awareness Month
April 7, 2017 — April is Autism Awareness Month, a time which focuses on promoting awareness, acceptance and appreciation for those with autism... MORE

April is Autism Awareness Month, a time which focuses on promoting awareness, acceptance and appreciation for those with autism. According to the Autism Society of America, autism is a complex developmental disability which affects a person’s ability to communicate and interact with others. It is characterized by social-interaction difficulties, communication challenges and a tendency to engage in repetitive behaviors.

Air Force testing program to expedite civilians’ EEO complaints
April 7, 2017 — An Air Force test program is allowing civilians who file equal employment opportunity complaints to pursue an option that can expedite their cases. The pilot program for the Compressed, Orderly, Rapid and Equitable process, also known as CORE, began Oct. 1 and will continue through fiscal year 2018... MORE

An Air Force test program is allowing civilians who file equal employment opportunity complaints to pursue an option that can expedite their cases. The pilot program for the Compressed, Orderly, Rapid and Equitable process, also known as CORE, began Oct. 1 and will continue through fiscal year 2018.

JBSA leaders sign proclamation marking Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
April 7, 2017 — At an April 5 ceremony at the Medical Education and Training Campus Academic Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, four JBSA leaders signed a proclamation marking Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and urged active-duty members and government civilians to take action against sexual assault and to stand up for sexual assault survivors... MORE

Signing the proclamation marking Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month were (from left) Rear Adm. Rebecca McCormick-Boyle, commander, Navy Medicine Education Training and Logistics Command; Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle, Joint Base San Antonio and 502nd Air Base Wing commander; Brig. Gen. John Hashem, U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) Reserve Affairs deputy commanding general; and Cmdr. Benjamin Golightly, Coast Guard Cryptologic Unit Texas commanding officer. Also in the photo are Staff Sgt. Noah Lubben and his wife Cassie. Lubben, 59th Medical Specialty Squadron cardiopulmonary technician at JBSA-Lackland, spoke at the event about being sexually assaulted while he was on duty in an AC-130 aircraft when he was stationed at Hurlburt Field, Fla., and his decision to report the incident.

AMEDDC&S helps retiring pets find homes
April 7, 2017 — The U.S. Army Medical Department Center and School is giving service members and the public an opportunity to adopt military or government-owned pets looking for a new home... MORE

Oliver, a hound dog, plays with several animal care specialists at the U.S. Army Medical Department Center and School Veterinary Training Center, Animal Health Branch, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. Oliver is one of several retiring government-owned animals, dogs and cats, who are being put up for adoption so they can be placed in a new home.

BAMC celebrates 100th anniversary of occupational therapy profession
April 7, 2017 — Brooke Army Medical Center occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston are celebrating the 100-year anniversary of their profession this month... MORE

Linda Voronin (right), certified occupational therapy assistant, works with Velicia Siggers on a functional activity March 27 at the BAMC Outpatient Occupational Therapy Clinic. Occupational therapy centers on the targeted use of activities (like painting a bird house) to increase individual overall functioning. Occupational therapy believes that it’s not enough to only increase an individual’s strength or endurance; rather, it’s more important to allow an individual to get back to engaging in personally-meaningful activities.

Spring cleaning and grilling safety: deterrence from fire
April 7, 2017 — After a long winter, the desire to open up the screen doors and windows is a welcomed invitation. As the dust and accumulation of items have built up inside and outside the home, so has the chances for a fire. Grilling is as American as hot dogs, baseball and apple pie. With warmer temperatures, the thought of “firing up the old grill” comes into mind. Before engaging in this pastime with family and friends, take a few moments to ensure your grill is safe to operate... MORE

Grilling statistics from the National Fire Prevention Association.

433rd AW join the ranks of San Antonio’s aviators and innovators honorees
April 6, 2017 — The 433rd Airlift Wing was inducted into Dee Howard Foundation’s San Antonio Aviation and Aerospace Hall of Fame, during an awards dinner, March 30 at the GDC Technics Hangar, Port San Antonio... MORE

Col. Thomas K. Smith, Jr., 433rd Airlift Wing commander, speaks to a crowd of about 500 guests, after accepting the 433rd AW's induction into the San Antonio Aviation and Aerospace Hall of Fame, March 30, 2017 at the GDC Technics Hanger, Port San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Minnie Jones)

Navy Corpsman training revision coming to Joint Base San Antonio
April 6, 2017 — The Navy’s largest career field, or “rating,” will soon see the most significant training changes since the Hospital Corps “A” School’s 2011 move from Great Lakes, Ill., to San Antonio, Texas, according to Vice Adm. Forrest Faison, the Navy surgeon general, during congressional testimony in Washington, D.C., March 29... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Rey Meza (right) and Chief Petty Officer Jacklyn Place (second from right), instructors at the Medical Education and Training Campus, or METC, teach students during a nursing lab portion of the Basic Medical Technician Corpsman Program, or BMTCP at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Sept. 20, 2016. The Navy surgeon general announced a revision to the hospital corpsman 'A' School, currently BMTCP, with plans to roll out the changes this July.

Navy Medicine focused on readiness for next conflict
April 6, 2017 — Vice Adm. Forrest Faison, Navy surgeon general and chief, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, appeared before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense March 29 to discuss the current status of Navy Medicine, alongside his Army and Air Force counterparts... MORE

Navy Lt. Kimberly Edgel (right) and Carmen Lucas examine a positive malaria blood smear at U.S. Naval Medical Research Unit, or NAMRU, 6 in Callao, Peru. NAMRU-6 studies malaria infection, diagnosis and treatment and is the only U.S. command in South America.

Developmental special duties broaden experience
April 6, 2017 — The Air Force has identified 1,175 positions across 10 developmental special duties, or DSDs, for spring 2017. Identified as developmental due to their unique leadership roles and the responsibility... MORE

The Air Force has identified 10 DSDs for spring 2017 that create, develop and care for Airmen. Airmen nominated for developmental special duties must have a demonstrated record of exceptional performance and a high capacity to lead due to their unique leadership roles and the responsibility to mentor and mold young Airmen. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Kat Bailey)

Leuthold takes command of 433rd CES
April 6, 2017 — Maj. Nathan Leuthold took command of the 433rd Civil Engineer Squadron on April 2, 2017... MORE

Col. David W. Enfield Jr., left, 433rd Mission Support Group commander, presents the 433rd Civil Engineer Squadron guidon to Maj. Nathan Leuthold, the squadron's new commander, during the unit change of command ceremony April 2, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.
(U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Carlos J. Trevino)

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston’s oldest Army federal employee retires at the age of 93
April 6, 2017 — Fred Chapal is a 93-year-old supply technician at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston and possibly one of the oldest civilians on duty. He is assigned to the U.S. Army Signal Network Enterprise Center, or NEC, working in the Business Division, Business Operation Branch, Logistical Section... MORE

Fred Chapal retires as a supply technician from the U.S. Army Signal Network Enterprise Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston April 13 at the age of 93.

Military’s presence felt at San Antonio’s Fiesta celebration
April 6, 2017 — Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston’s presence in San Antonio predates Fiesta by nearly 50 years, so it’s no surprise that the armed forces – and JBSA in particular – play a prominent role in... MORE

This year’s Fiesta, April 20-30, will feature four armed forces days at the Alamo as well as events at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston and JBSA-Lackland and five performances by members of the Air Force Band of the West based at JBSA-Lackland.

Army Housing professionals teach peers Residential Communities Initiative
April 6, 2017 — Participants in the Army’s inaugural Residential Communities Initiative Training Course praised U.S. Army Installation Management Command for using Army Housing professionals as instructors. ... MORE

Pedro Saldana, Chief of Army Housing for Area I in South Korea, fields questions following his presentation at the inaugural Residential Communities Initiative training course March 22 at the College of Installation Management at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.

Electronic Warfare Airmen increase productivity through data-mining automation
April 6, 2017 — 53rd Wing Airmen create an automated data-mining system... MORE

Analysts from the 453rd Electronic Warfare Squadron validate results from an automated flagging process called data-mining March 31, 2017, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Data-mining allows analysts to validate automated results rather than manually sifting through all the data. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Lori Bultman/released)

392nd IS SNCO wins First Sergeant of the Year for 25th AF
April 6, 2017 — Recently, Timmerman won the First Sergeant of the Year award at the 25th Air Force level. This award recognizes the important contributions and leadership qualities exhibited by Air Force members in the First Sergeant career field... MORE

Recently, Timmerman won the First Sergeant of the Year award at the 25th Air Force level. This award recognizes the important contributions and leadership qualities exhibited by Air Force members in the First Sergeant career field.