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Medical Education and Training Campus granted reaccreditation status
December 19, 2024 — The Medical Education and Training Campus at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, was granted reaffirmation of its nationally recognized institutional accreditation status effective Dec. 12, following more than a year of intensive preparation that culminated in an on-site campus assessment that took place Aug. 6-7... MORE

Rising Star: Bryanna Lawrence’s inspirational ascent in civil engineering
December 17, 2024 — Bryanna Lawrence is blazing trails as the youngest supervisor at the 802nd Civil Engineer Squadron. Recently recognized among the Civil Engineers '30 Under 30', her achievements reflect a commitment to innovation, leadership, and hard work. ... MORE

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Dr. Stephen E. 'Wilbur' Wright: Honoring 47-year legacy of service, strategy
December 17, 2024 — Dr. Stephen E. “Wilbur” Wright will retire on Dec. 17, 2024, closing a 47-year chapter that includes a 30-year active-duty career and a significant role as a civilian strategist, professor, and mentor. His legacy is embedded in strategy, education, and operational excellence within the Air Education and Training Command, profoundly influencing countless Airmen. ... MORE

NAMRU San Antonio recognizes Civilians of the Year
December 16, 2024 — To ring in the holiday season, Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio held an All Hands and Holiday Social at the Fort Sam Houston Community Center... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (Dec. 13, 2024) – Burrell Parmer (center), of Monroe, La., the command public affairs officer assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio, was recognized by Commanding Officer Capt. Jennifer Buechel, Nurse Corps, and Command Senior Enlisted Leader Senior Chief Hospital Corpsman Christopher Brown, as the command’s Fiscal Year 2024 “Support Staff” Civilian of the Year during an All Hands/Holiday Social held at the Fort Sam Houston Community Center. Additionally, Parmer received FY 2024 “Support Staff” Civilian of the Half Year honors. Parmer, a retired U.S. Marine and commander of Fred Brock American Legion Post No. 828, has served as a Navy civilian for three years. NAMRU San Antonio is one of the leading research and development laboratories for the U.S. Navy under the Department of Defense (DoD) and is one of eight subordinate research commands in the global network of laboratories operating under the Naval Medical Research Command in Silver Spring, Md. Its mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of DoD personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

JBSA-Camp Bullis hosts Kendall County leaders to discuss military readiness, conservation
December 16, 2024 — Officials from the Hill Country Alliance, along with Kendall County engineers, project managers, and local leaders, met on Dec. 2 at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis to discuss the installation’s training mission, current challenges, and mutual concerns regarding military readiness and natural resources conservation... MORE

Naval Medical Forces Development Command welcomes new regional security manager
December 13, 2024 — The Naval Medical Forces Development Command welcomed Teresa Coon to the team as a regional security manager on Nov. 18... MORE

The Naval Medical Forces Development Command welcomed Teresa Coon to the team as a regional security manager at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Nov. 18, 2024 . (U.S. Navy graphic by Malcolm McClendon).

DHA Research & Engineering visits NAMRU San Antonio
December 11, 2024 — Dr. Sean Biggerstaff, principal deputy director, Research and Engineering Directorate, Defense Health Agency, joined by Deputy Director Matt Gray, visited with leadership and staff of Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute on Dec. 10 to discussed prioritization of research priorities and the importance of building relationships in reference to funding of core capabilities and fiscal responsibilities... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONO-FORT SAM HOUSTON - (Dec. 10, 2024) - Dr. Sean Biggerstaff, principal deputy director, Research and Engineering Directorate, Defense Health Agency (DHA), joined by Deputy Director Matt Gray, visited with leadership and staff of Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute to discussed prioritization of research priorities and the importance of building relationships in reference to funding of core capabilities and fiscal responsibilities. NAMRU San Antonio's mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of Department of Defense (DoD) personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. It is one of the leading research and development laboratories for the U.S. Navy under the DoD and is one of eight subordinate research commands in the global network of laboratories operating under the Naval Medical Research Command in Silver Spring, Md. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

187th Medical Battalion spreads holiday cheer at Briscoe Elementary
December 11, 2024 — Briscoe Elementary School had an early Christmas when soldiers from the 187th Medical Battalion at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston donated holiday presents to students... MORE

NAMRU San Antonio Soldiers compete for NCO & Solider of the Year
December 9, 2024 — Soldiers assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio’s Research Services Directorate at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, earned Non-Commissioned Officer and Solider of the Year honors during the Fiscal Year 2024 Solider, NCO and Officer of the Year Competition ceremony, hosted by Col. James Jones, commander, Public Health Command, West... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (Dec. 3, 2024) – U.S. Army Pfc. Tyler Houchin (right), assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio’s Research Services Directorate (RSD), participated in the annual Solider, Non-Commissioned Officer and Officer of the Year Competition hosted by Public Health Command, West. Houchin, of Vine Grove, Ky., earned Solider of the Year for NAMRU San Antonio. The Soldiers took part in the three-day competition which consisted of an Expert Physical Fitness Assessment (EPFA), Engagement Skills Trainer (EST), Combat Water Survival Test, writing exam, land navigation, Army Warrior Tasks and Battle Drills, a 12-mile foot march, written essay, and an oral board. NAMRU San Antonio’s mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of Department of Defense (DoD) personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. It is one of the leading research and development laboratories for the U.S. Navy under the DoD and is one of eight subordinate research commands in the global network of laboratories operating under the Naval Medical Research Command in Silver Spring, Md. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

Royal Australian Army Medical Corps officer serves with distinction at MEDCoE
December 5, 2024 — Lt. Col. Nathan Smith, a Family Medicine Specialist with the Royal Australian Army Medical Corps, was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal during the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence quarterly awards ceremony on Dec. 3, 2024. Smith has served with MEDCoE for 2 1/2 years, participating in the U.S. Army Medical Department Exchange Program... MORE

Prescribed burns scheduled at JBSA-Camp Bullis starting Dec. 9
December 5, 2024 — Joint Base San Antonio’s Natural Resources Office, Fire & Emergency Services and Air Force Wildland Fire Branch officials plan to conduct prescribed burns at JBSA-Camp Bullis Dec. 9-17 as weather conditions allow... MORE

Two MEDCoE NCOs inducted into the SMA Van Autreve Sergeant Audie Murphy Club
December 5, 2024 — The U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence recently welcomed two new members into the Sergeant Major of the Army Leon L. Autreve Chapter of the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club... MORE

Two NCOs inducted into the SMA Van Autreve Sergeant Audie Murphy Club

419th CSB innovates field ordering officer program to support XVIII Airborne Corps
December 4, 2024 — The 419th Contracting Support Brigade, a subordinate unit of the Mission Installation Contracting Command at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, has launched a groundbreaking Field Ordering Officer program... MORE

MICC University flagship courses making expansion-move to Army Contracting Command
December 3, 2024 — The Mission and Installation Contracting Command hosted three training courses in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 as part of their MICC University training initiative conducted at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. By Spring of 2025, responsibility for two of the three courses will transition to MICC’s higher command, the Army Contracting Command in Huntsville, Alabama... MORE

MICC welcomes new command sergeant major
December 2, 2024 — In a ceremony transitioning between command sergeants major for the Mission and Installation Contracting Command, Command Sgt. Maj. Jason Gusman relinquished responsibility to Command Sgt. Maj. JennyAnne Bright in the presence of over 100 virtual attendees and over 160 in-person attendees on Nov. 20 at the historic MICC Long Barracks at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

MICC commander confirmed for promotion to brigadier general
December 2, 2024 — Army Col. Freddy Adams’ presidential nomination for promotion to brigadier general was confirmed Nov. 21 by congressional vote. Adams is headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, currently serving as the commander of the Mission and Installation Contracting Command, a one-star subordinate command of the Army Contracting Command... MORE

Stay safe this holiday season: Fire prevention tips for JBSA families
November 29, 2024 — The winter holidays are a time for family, friends, and festive decorations, but they also increase fire risk. By following some simple safety tips, you can ensure a joyous and fire-free holiday season... MORE

Enrollment for Pre-K 4 SA opens Dec. 1 for JBSA families
November 29, 2024 — Pre-K 4 SA is opening enrollment for children ages 3 to 4 on Dec. 1, 2024, offering a unique opportunity to jumpstart early education for certain Joint Base San Antonio families... MORE

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Great Texas Freedom Fest scheduled for April 2025
November 21, 2024 — Community members will have the opportunity to explore JBSA-Fort Sam Houston’s premier military installation at the Great Texas Freedom Fest from 3 to 9:30 p.m., April 12, 2025... MORE

Community members have the opportunity to explore JBSA-Fort Sam Houston’s premier military installation at the Great Texas Freedom Fest from 3 to 9:30 p.m., April 12, 2025. The installation will open its gates to the public for this event, which is free to all who attend. The theme is “United in Service,” and the open house will feature live music from The Spazmatics and military bands, food trucks, museum tours, military demonstrations, and family activities. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Franklin Melendez)

Conference of American Armies Specialized Conference concludes in Miami; sets sights on upcoming meetings in Spain, Argentina, Peru, Mexico
November 18, 2024 — Military leaders from across the Americas and Europe wrapped up several days of in-depth discussions and collaborative sessions during the third Cycle XXXVI Conference of American Armies (CAA) Specialized Conference in Miami, on Nov. 7. This significant event, hosted by U.S. Army South under the leadership of Maj. Gen. Phil Ryan, on behalf of the Chief of Staff of the Army, focused on advancing international legislation efforts among CAA member nations. ... MORE