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Army seeks retired medical Soldiers to support COVID-19 efforts
March 30, 2020 — The U.S. Army is actively seeking retired officers, noncommissioned officers, and other Soldiers in certain medical specialties to assist with COVID-19 pandemic response efforts... MORE

COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall Highlights
March 26, 2020 — Leaders from Joint Base San Antonio hosted a COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall on the JBSA Facebook page March 25. The meeting assembled a panel of knowledgeable officials to answer questions about common concerns from the JBSA community... MORE

COVID-19: Exploit what you can control
March 19, 2020 — "Can't," "don't," "contain" and "restrict" are negative words present everywhere in the news, the media and conversation. The threat of the COVID-19 coronavirus will undoubtedly remain a challenge for everyone for months to come. Significant abrupt restrictions and closures are making many within our communities feel very controlled and unhappy... MORE

Caisson Platoon honors fallen heroes
March 6, 2020 — On the quiet, narrow streets north of Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, residents regularly see processions of family and friends escorting their loved ones on their journey to the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery... MORE

Changes to promotion process provide Army officers more career flexibility
February 19, 2020 — The Army has initiated changes to its promotion process, allowing qualified officers a chance to "opt-in" for early promotion consideration, Army Talent Management Task Force leaders said Feb. 13... MORE

Defense Language Institute beta tests new program similar to U.S. Army Echo Company
February 4, 2020 — Nested in the corner of Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland lies the Defense Language Institute English Language Center. Identifiable by its kempt campus, DLIELC is home to more than 400 civilian and... MORE

Echo Company trainees pose for a photo in a Defense Language Institute English Language Center hallway between classes. Along with English language training and pre-basic training, trainees have the opportunity to react with the 70 other unique countries on campus at one time.

'Transformational change' necessary for Army to fight, win future conflicts
January 22, 2020 — The Army must engage in "transformational change" -- not incremental improvements -- to achieve overmatch, deter great-power competition, and win the future fight, the Army's top officer said Jan. 21... MORE

Army Chief of Staff Gen. James McConville discusses a need for "transformational change" during an Association of the U.S. Army event Jan. 21, 2020, inside the National Museum of the U.S. Army on Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Transformational change -- not incremental improvements -- is necessary to achieve overmatch, deter great-power competition, and win the future fight.

New entrance test to increase Soldier quality, reduce attrition
January 2, 2020 — A new military entrance exam is now being given to Army recruits to predict performance, behaviors, attitude, and attrition of potential Soldiers... MORE

Future Soldiers from the Phoenix Recruiting Battalion, National Guard and Marines, recite the Oath of Enlistment during a mass enlistment ceremony Dec. 1, 2019, at State Farm Stadium, Glendale, Ariz. The ceremony took place shortly before a National Football League football game between the Arizona Cardinals and Los Angeles Rams.

Eating right will improve ACFT score, says Army dietitian
November 20, 2019 — In addition to physical exercise, proper nutrition plays a major role in overall health, fitness, and training for the Army Combat Fitness Test... MORE

Soldiers assigned to 1st Armored Division receive meals during the Iron Focus exercise. In addition to physical exercise, proper nutrition plays a major role in overall health, fitness, and training for the Army Combat Fitness Test, says an Army dietitian.

'What's Your Warrior?' -- Army's new recruiting effort targets Gen Z
November 14, 2019 — With the pool of qualified recruits shrinking, a new Army marketing campaign debuted on Veterans Day to target younger cohorts -- known as Generation Z -- and focus beyond traditional combat roles. To do this, the Army is asking 17-to-24-year-olds one question: What's Your Warrior?... MORE

What's Your Warrior is the Army's latest marketing strategy, aimed at 17-to-24-year-olds, known as Generation Z, by looking beyond traditional combat roles and sharing the wide-array of diverse opportunities available through Army service.

Legal education program opens doors to law school
September 24, 2019 — Interested in pursuing a law degree and a career as an Army lawyer? The Office of the Judge Advocate General is now accepting applications through Nov. 1 from U.S. Army lieutenants and captains for the Army's Funded Legal Education Program... MORE

Interested in pursuing a law degree and a career as an Army lawyer? The Office of the Judge Advocate General is now accepting applications through Nov. 1 from U.S. Army Lieutenants and Captains for the Army's Funded Legal Education Program.

Army making improvements to Family Readiness Groups
June 13, 2019 — The Army recently made some of the most significant changes to Family Readiness Groups since their creation following the first Gulf War. The groups have been re-named "Soldier and Family Readiness Groups" or SFRGs... MORE

Spc. Zachary Cross, 1st Battalion, 67th Armor Regiment, reunites with his Family June 7, 2019, at Fort Bliss, Texas, following a nine-month tour in the Republic of Korea.

Commentary: the professional NCO
May 8, 2019 — Webster's Dictionary defines being a professional as “characterized by or conforming to the technical or ethical standards of a profession.” As noncommissioned officers we are the "backbone" of the Army profession. It is our inherent duty to uphold our responsibilities, be both technically and tactically competent, quality leaders and trainers and maintain the welfare of our Soldiers and their families. ... MORE

Paratroopers assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, pull an M81 igniter to detonate a brazier charge during Exercise Rock Spring 19 at the Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, March 6, 2019.

New capabilities, rotations to bolster Army presence in Eastern Europe
May 8, 2019 — Ongoing efforts to cut acquisition timelines will get new capabilities out sooner to counter near-peer threats in Eastern Europe, Army leaders told lawmakers May 1... MORE

Brig. Gen. Leigh Tingey, deputy commanding general of 1st Armored Division, sits inside a Bradley Fighting Vehicle as Pfc. Natnael Getahun, an infantryman with the division's 2nd Brigade Combat Team, fixes the bore sight to ensure accuracy during a live-fire exercise at Drawsko Pomorskie Training Area, Poland, March 24, 2019. The brigade recently conducted a no-notice deployment from Texas to Eastern Europe in an effort to test and ensure the rapid capabilities of units deploying to that region.

Army makes big changes to centralized promotion board system
April 22, 2019 — The Army is revising its centralized promotion board processes to deliver "the right person, at the right job, at the right time," according to Army G-1 officials... MORE

The Army will spend the next three to four years implementing an improved merit-based promotion system. The effort centers on a transition from time-based to merit-based policies and practices. Further, the change ensures that the best-qualified Soldier will be the first one eligible for promotion.

Army aligning modernization programs with other services
February 12, 2019 — The Army collaborates now more than ever with the Air Force and Navy, and development of a hypersonic weapon is a good example, senior leaders said... MORE

Secretary of the Army Mark T. Esper says the service must modernize or "risk losing the first fight of the next war." He spoke on a panel with his counterparts from the Navy and Air Force at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C., Feb. 8.

Senior leaders discuss upcoming moves to ease family concerns
February 11, 2019 — Senior Army leaders recently highlighted actions now taking place to address concerns brought up by family members four months ago during a town hall. Policy changes to improve childcare, spouse employment, military housing and the transportation of household goods are currently underway, they said. ... MORE

(From left) Vice Chief of Staff Gen. James C. McConville, Secretary of the Army Mark T. Esper and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey participate in a family readiness forum hosted by the Association of the U.S. Army in Arlington, Virginia, Feb. 5.

Troops to Teachers program helps veterans become educators
February 6, 2019 — If you’ve ever considered becoming a teacher after your military career, then the Airman and Family Readiness Center has a program they can get you connected with... MORE

Army gains in readiness are just the beginning, chief of staff says
January 17, 2019 — Full manning at operational units, fewer non-deployable Soldiers, and a boost in training across the Army are all on the horizon to ensure the force is ready to fight, the Army's top officer said Jan. 16... MORE

Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Mark A. Milley speaks to Soldiers at Qayyarah Airfield West, Iraq, on Dec. 22, 2017. While there has been recent progress in readiness, Milley said that it still remains the Army's top priority.

Non-deployable directive to help Army work toward more 'lethal' force
November 16, 2018 — To support the ongoing efforts to reduce the number of non-deployable Soldiers, Army leaders released a new directive designed to encourage Soldiers to reach deployable standards outlined in the directive. If standards are not met within six months, a Soldier could face separation... MORE

Soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, prepare to load onto a C-17 Globemaster III during a joint Large Package Week and Emergency Deployment Readiness Exercise Feb. 5-11. The Army released a new directive designed to encourage Soldiers to maintain their deployability status. The service is looking to reduce its non-deployable numbers to help its forces become more lethal and ready.