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Service member compensation more competitive than many realize, War Department says
July 28, 2026 — The War Department kicked off the yearlong Military Compensation Educational Campaign to help service members and their families learn about the total value of their compensation, so they can better achieve and maintain financial readiness...

Air University, AETC leaders discuss warfighter development, operational learning
July 17, 2026 — Air University hosted Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn, commander of Air Education and Training Command, at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, from June 3-4 for discussions on professional military education modernization, leader development and operational learning across the Department of the Air Force...

Air University prepares leaders for challenges in the space domain
June 30, 2026 — Space supports nearly every aspect of modern military operations. Navigation, communications, missile warning and intelligence collection all rely on capabilities operating far above the Earth. As competitors expand their capabilities and commercial companies reshape the domain, military leaders are being challenged to think differently about deterrence, risk and the role space plays in future conflict...

War Department's 'Patriot Pipeline' flows talent to arsenal of freedom
May 27, 2026 — While testifying before the Senate Armed Services Committee's personnel subcommittee, Anthony J. Tata, the undersecretary of war for personnel and readiness, said the department has established Project Patriot Pipeline, an initiative to unify dozens of training and workforce development programs...

Texas grant to expand space domain awareness accelerator
March 2, 2026 — The Space Force and the Texas Space Commission partnered to establish a $9.27 million hub at the University of Texas at Austin, an effort to speed the development of technology for national defense...

Educational outreach initiative: Inspiring elementary students in infectious disease research, biosafety practices
August 12, 2025 — Dr. Jesus Silvas from the 59th Medical Wing and Dr. Israel Guerrero from the Texas Biomedical Research Institute visited Mendez Elementary School in San Marcos to introduce 2nd–5th grade students to careers in infectious disease research and biosafety...

Education benefits make stronger service members, better military
April 3, 2025 — Within the armed forces, a variety of educational benefits are available that allow service members to both improve themselves and make themselves more valuable to their service branch...

Army approves tuition assistance increase, adjusts credentialing program
December 27, 2024 — The Army announced policy updates Dec. 20 to a pair of voluntary education programs for active duty, Army Reserve and National Guard Soldiers...

Army updates policies for voluntary education programs
December 12, 2024 — The Army announced policy updates to a pair of voluntary education programs that will include an increase in tuition assistance for active-duty, Reserve, and National Guard soldiers. ...

Around the Air Force: Remote Start System, Engine Cover Prototype, and Fuel Efficiency Technology
December 6, 2024 — In this week’s Around the Air Force, a new remote start system for the KC-46A Pegasus, new B-52 engine covers prevent icing and damage in extreme cold, and a program to reduce drag on aircraft increases aerodynamic efficiency and flexibility while reducing fuel costs...

Around the Air Force: Air Task Force Combat Support Training, first Guardian launches into space, childcare pilot program
October 11, 2024 — In this week’s look around the Air Force, Air Task Forces prepare for Combat Support Training, the first U.S. Space Force Guardian launches into space on a NASA mission, and the Department of Defense creates a pilot program to cover certain childcare costs after a PCS...

Around the Air Force: Defining Units of Action, SECDEF’s well-being initiatives, B-21 Raider update
October 4, 2024 — In this week’s look around the Air Force, the DAF further defines the evolution of wings into Units of Action, the SecDef's announces seven new well-being initiatives for military families, and an update on the Air Force’s newest bomber: the B-21 Raider...

DOD announces latest efforts to improve quality of life for service members
September 13, 2024 — The Defense Department announced a new series of initiatives aimed at improving the welfare and well-being of service members and their families. ...

New AFSVC school liaison division aims to further improve support for dependent education
February 15, 2024 — The Air Force Services Center recently established a division and regional school liaisons to oversee processes and programs regarding Pre-K-12 education...

AETC transforming data strategy and standards to enable digital age training, education and development
April 11, 2023 — Air Education and Training Command officials continue to refine an operational approach that links data standards and analytics within the command and aligns the data with Department of Defense systems to enable digital age training, education, and development to ultimately produce the most competitive Airmen possible...

DOD announces six new measures to enhance well-being of military force and their families
March 23, 2023 — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III unveiled a comprehensive plan March 22, aimed at improving the lives of the dedicated U.S. military force and their families...

Army upgrades Soldier tuition assistance portal
August 29, 2022 — An upgraded version of the ArmyIgnitED portal has gone online to provide Soldiers, education counselors, and academic institutions a smoother and more reliable experience for processing Army Tuition Assistance Requests...

Make your way into summer reading at JBSA’s libraries
May 11, 2022 — The Department of Defense MWR Libraries Summer Reading Program can be an important part of keeping your child on track for learning during the summer months. At Joint Base San Antonio, all three installation libraries participate in the program, which begins registration May 16...

Air University opens new Civilian Leadership Development School
March 9, 2022 — The Civilian Leadership Development School within the Ira C. Eaker Center for Leadership Development at Air University is accelerating the focus on civilian-centric professional education across the Air Force...

AETC publishes first competency-based civilian Learning Professionals career series education and training plan
February 15, 2022 — This effort leads the way for the Department of Air Force to establish the foundation for integrating competencies into an education and training plans in the future...