Blogs

Jan. 29, 2018

Selfless Soldier Sacrificed Himself for Member of His Unit

Army Staff Sgt. Jared C. Monti was awarded the Medal of Honor in 2009 for actions that his family describe as typical for the soldier who was always doing what was right.

A young girl holds the hand of a soldier.

Jan. 29, 2018

Experts Discuss How to Attract, Develop, Retain Tomorrow’s Military

Bridging the civilian-military divide and getting more people to understand military life is an issue, and the concerns of current service members factor in it.

A service member reads a book in a library..

Jan. 25, 2018

Reduce the Cost of Student Loans with 0% Interest Relief

There's an important financial benefit you may be able to claim that could substantially reduce the overall cost of your federal student loans.

A sailor tests a virtual reality device.

Jan. 23, 2018

Armed With Science: iLab - See Where Sailors and Innovation Meet

A unique lab in Hawaii allows sailors the opportunity to turn their ideas for innovation into reality.

Army Staff Sgt. Keith Fitzgerald hugs his family in Huron, S.D., after returning from a 10-month deployment to the Middle East.

Jan. 19, 2018

Continuing Family Support in the Event of a Government Shutdown

If there is a government shutdown, here's guidance on what to expect regarding the operating status of several DoD programs.

A person sits in the cockpit of an electronic aircraft.

Jan. 19, 2018

Armed with Science: Researchers Test Virtual Reality Adaptive Flight Training

Air Force researchers recently used flight simulators to find out whether virtual reality training improved outcomes.

A Marine uses a new application on a phone.

Jan. 18, 2018

Armed with Science: There's An App For That - Marine Designs Mobile Solution for Common Problem

Going to a new place presents new challenges for service members, such as finding friends who play the same sports as you. Luckily, one Marine has designed a way to fix that, with just the touch of a button.