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  • AU commander and president talks inspection, opportunities

    Q: Having been on the job for two weeks now and hosting in-briefs with the centers and directorates, what are your initial take-aways? What are your initial impressions?A: This is my third full assignment here at Maxwell-Gunter and at the Air University. I will say that it's nice to know that some

  • IT conference emphasizes partnership

    The Air Force Information and Technology Conference, held this week at the Renaissance Hotel and Spa in Montgomery, brought together thousands of industry, defense and government attendees to exchange information on IT acquisition reform and cloud computing.The conference is where the rubber meets

  • FWP awards honor excellence

    To show recognition for a job well done, the Federal Women's Program distributed distinguished service awards during its luncheon Aug. 25.The annual awards recognize men and women who enhance the opportunity for women in the workplace."These awards are important because, so many times, not everyone

  • Air Force Historical Research Agency Aids Service Member Recovery Efforts

    When a World War II P-38 was found in New Guinea, no one knew who had been on board, their unit or the date of the crash. A box of records in the stacks of Air Force Historical Research Agency, or HRA, may provide the answers.Following the motto "until they are home," the Joint POW/MIA

  • Air University teams paddle for charity

    The race was a photo-finish Saturday at the Dragon Boat Festival in Montgomery, as Air Command and Staff College's Dominators rowed into second place, a fraction of a second behind the University of Alabama's Row Tide in the championship round."It was a very close race," said Maj. Birma Gonzalez,

  • Commentary - Faith and loyalty: Thoughts on retirement benefits

    Senior military and civilian leaders inside the Department of Defense have the difficult task of conducting prudent planning in anticipation of impending budget reductions. As is expected, high-end and high-dollar equipment programs either have already been cut or are being eyed for the chopping

  • 908th Airlift Wing begins four month Coronet Oak rotation

    A group of 908th Airlift Wing reservists left in a C-130 Hercules aircraft Saturday for Muniz Air National Guard Base in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to support Coronet Oak operations.Coronet Oak is an all-Reserve and Guard operation, providing airlift support in Central and South America. The 908th has

  • AWC classrooms boost technology

    Students at the Air War College have graduated from the basic chalkboard. Many of the classrooms now feature multimedia technology, including video-conferencing equipment, large-screen smart monitors, ceiling-mounted document cameras and a touch panel controller. All these advances allow instructors

  • Gifted teacher earns DOD kudos

    Bringing real-world experiences into the classroom earned a Maxwell Elementary/Middle School teacher praise from her students and the title teacher of the year."It's a great honor," said Rebecca Hill, the gifted-education teacher. "I'm so passionate about what I do, and I think I have the best job

  • AFSA serves as outlet for Airmen

    Through social events, service programs and education, the Air Force Sergeants Association, or AFSA, gives a voice to today's Airmen."I hope members will value their military benefits and cherish all those who came before us," said Senior Master Sgt. Roger Turnipseed, membership trustee and lifetime