Operation New Dawn brings eventful day to firefighters
Newly promoted Sgt. David Perez (left), a firefighter with the 60th Ordnance Company, 110th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 224th Sustainment Brigade, 103rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), and a Meth... More
Wounded Warriors making a difference at Fort Hood
Numerous soldiers, including some who were combat-wounded, were "Making a Difference" at Fort Hood's Warrior Transition Brigade (WTB) headquarters Oct. 21. One of the benefactors was the Soldier and Family Assi... More
Wounded warriors making a difference at Fort Hood
Numerous soldiers, including some who were combat-wounded, were "Making a Difference" at Fort Hood's Warrior Transition Brigade headquarters, Oct. 21. One of the benefactors was the soldier and Family Assistan... More
Staff Sgt. Benjamin Reduque (right), a former tanker
Staff Sgt. Benjamin Reduque (right), a former tanker and platoon sergeant currently assigned to the Warrior Transition Battalion on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., talks with Army veteran Jeffery Stein Dec. 3 ... More
WTB Career Day opening doors for transitioning soldiers
Vanessa Vinson, a former avionics mechanic specialist who was wounded during her 2008-2009 deployment to Afghanistan, is now an employee with the Department of Treasury Austin bureau, thanks to Fort Hood Warrio... More
Sam Giovinazzi, an administrative support technician
Sam Giovinazzi, an administrative support technician with the California Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, speaks with a group of Marines at a Hiring Our Heroes Veterans Event hosted by the U.S. Chambe... More
Defense finance chief meets with Fort Hood wounded warrior interns
Defense Finance and Accounting Services Director Teresa McKay visits with wounded warriors at the Fort Hood Military Pay Office, who are participating in the agency's "Hire a Hero" internship program. From left... More
Course prepares Marines, sailors for civilian life
Service members transitioning out of the military attend the Goals, Plans, Success course aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., Jan. 29. The course teaches the soon-to-be civilians about building a resume, benefits fr... More
Community reaches out to mentor vets from Boots to Shoes
Boots to Shoes Foundation is a non-profit organization that helps military personnel in the Puget Sound area transition into the civilian workforce. Since 2009, mentors from Boots to Shoes have assisted approxi... More
Education Center hosts College 101 brief
Service members aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii attended a College 101 education brief, hosted by the Education Center, May 6, 2015, in classroom A in building 220. The brief was intended to provide information... More
Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez talks to U.S. Army
Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez talks to U.S. Army Soldiers about career opportunities outside of the military during the Hawaii Transition Summit July 7, at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. The event was held fr... More
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Maria Nguyen, Headquarters and
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Maria Nguyen, Headquarters and Headquarters Company squad leader,Warrior Transition Battalion, demonstrates a portion of in processing that Soldiers are required to accomplish when transiti... More
Taking the Leap: RP2 Transitions to Civilian Life
John Leitzinger, voting assistance officer for Naval Support Activity Bethesda (NSAB), works on his computer March 22 at NSAB headquarters.
Members of the Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship
Members of the Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program pose for a photo at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif. The 12-week program pairs transitioning service members with employers in the corporate... More
The six graduates of the Construction Craft Laborer
The six graduates of the Construction Craft Laborer course, with (far left) Jeff Albert, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) chief operating officer, and (far right) Chris Gray, lead instructor, participa... More
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea— Father and son walk
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea— Father and son walk hand-in-hand for the first day of school at Humphreys Central Elementary School, August 27. Schools on Camp Humphreys opened their doors on August 27 for t... More
Untying the Lei -- Col. Thomas J. Barrett, commander,
Untying the Lei -- Col. Thomas J. Barrett, commander, U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii, unties the lei to open Microsoft Software & Systems Academy at Schofield Barracks, July 10, with retired Marine Corps Maj. Gen. C... More
Microsoft opens latest IT academy at Schofield Barracks
Retired Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Chris Cortez, vice president of Microsoft Military Affairs, speaks to cohorts and an audience gathered for the official opening of the Microsoft Software & Systems Academy, or MSS... More
Members of the Story Project work extensively to come
Members of the Story Project work extensively to come up with their own story to share with the audience on December 15, 2020. This story project allowed participants to expand on their passion in the Entertain... More
Capt. Marshall Davis (left), who is currently assigned
Capt. Marshall Davis (left), who is currently assigned to the Warrior Transition Battalion on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., baits his hook while talking with Army veteran Danny Gabriel Dec. 3 during a sturge... More
A Heroes 2 Hired job station was on hand for potential
A Heroes 2 Hired job station was on hand for potential employees at a Hiring Our Heroes Veterans Event hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce at the Pacific Views South Mesa Club here, Sept. 20.
Lance Cpl. Jason Locklear, left and Cpl. Benjamin Vanhoozer
Lance Cpl. Jason Locklear, left and Cpl. Benjamin Vanhoozer take notes and discuss certification options during the Pearson VUE Lunch and Learn Event at the Jerry Marvel Training and Education Building at Marin... More
Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez talks to U.S. Army
Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez talks to U.S. Army Soldiers about career opportunities outside of the military during the Hawaii Transition Summit July 7, at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. The event was held fr... More
Michael Esquibil, Warrior Transition Battalion licensed
Michael Esquibil, Warrior Transition Battalion licensed clinical social worker, demonstrates a portion of in processing that Soldiers are required to accomplish when transitioning to the WTB Nov. 24, 2015, at S... More
Retired Staff Sgt. Junior Hamilton, left, a member
Retired Staff Sgt. Junior Hamilton, left, a member of the Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program, poses with members of the 7-Eleven® team at the 7-Eleven® corporate office in San Diego, Calif., during... More
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea— Students, family
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea— Students, family and the Eighth Army Band fill the hallway of Humphreys Central Elementary School for the first day of school, August 27. Schools on Camp Humphreys opened thei... More
A Microsoft Software & Systems Academy, or MSSA, is
A Microsoft Software & Systems Academy, or MSSA, is located at 15 locations in the United States.
Mike Leahy, a Pittsburgh, PA, U.S. Navy Veteran, has
Mike Leahy, a Pittsburgh, PA, U.S. Navy Veteran, has been with the military over many years. U.S. Navy Veteran Mike Leahy worked in a lot of different community theatres to expose a new way of expressing himse... More
(From left) WTB soldier, Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Paschall,
(From left) WTB soldier, Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Paschall, credits the compassionate leadership of WTB’s squad leaders like Staff Sgt. Musette Biggers and Staff Sgt. Matthew Cowan critical to healing and transitioning.
Capt. Marshall Davis (left), who is currently assigned
Capt. Marshall Davis (left), who is currently assigned to the Warrior Transition Battalion on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., baits his hook while talking with Army veteran Danny Gabriel Dec. 3 during a sturge... More
Sam Giovinazzi, an administrative support technician
Sam Giovinazzi, an administrative support technician with the California Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, assists Lance Cpl. Nikko Falcon, a generator mechanic with 1st Intelligence Battalion, I Marin... More
Participants interact with instructors and respond
Participants interact with instructors and respond to questions during the Pearson VUE Lunch and Learn Event at the Jerry Marvel Training and Education Building at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point N.C., Se... More
Service members, veterans and military spouses listen
Service members, veterans and military spouses listen to a speech given by Robert McDonald, secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, during the Hawaii Transition Summit July 9, at Joint Base Pearl ... More
U.S. Army Capt. Joahna Sandoval-Murchison, Bravo Company
U.S. Army Capt. Joahna Sandoval-Murchison, Bravo Company senior nurse care manager, Warrior Transition Battalion, demonstrates a portion of in processing that Soldiers are required to accomplish when transition... More
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea— Sgt. Courtney Davis,
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea— Sgt. Courtney Davis, a public affairs specialist assigned to 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, and her husband, walk their daughters to their first day of school at Humphreys Centr... More
Just under 20 students comprise the inaugural class
Just under 20 students comprise the inaugural class of Microsoft Software & Systems Academy, or MSSA, at Schofield Barracks. They join retired Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Chris Cortez, vice president of Microsoft Mi... More
David Poulin the Army Transition Assistance Program
David Poulin the Army Transition Assistance Program manager works extensively to provide a helping hand for transitioning assistance. Mr. Poulin wants to share with families in the community opportunities to fu... More
Staff Sgt. Frank Pigors (right), who is currently assigned
Staff Sgt. Frank Pigors (right), who is currently assigned to the Warrior Transition Battalion on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., pulls his hook out of the mouth of a sturgeon Dec. 3 during a fishing trip on t... More
Marines talk with representatives from Pearson VUE
Marines talk with representatives from Pearson VUE following the Pearson VUE Lunch and Learn Event at the Jerry Marvel Training and Education Building at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point N.C., Sept. 16, 2014.
North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory addresses military
North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory addresses military and civilian leaders aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune while announcing the launch of the N.C. Military Pipeline Program March 5. The initiative is a p... More
Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Robert McDonald talks to service members, veterans and military spouses about the career opportunities available outside of the military during the Hawaii Tr... More
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea— Sparky the Fire
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea— Sparky the Fire Dog, the Camp Humphreys Fire Department mascot, greets students and family for the first day of school at Humphreys Central Elementary School, August 27. Schoo... More
Marissa E. Blake, an Actor/Choreographer and graphic
Marissa E. Blake, an Actor/Choreographer and graphic designer volunteering with the Soldier’s Theatre and the Army Transition Assistance Program, strives to continue with her passion for artistry all while shel... More
Staff Sgt. Benjamin Reduque (center), a former tanker
Staff Sgt. Benjamin Reduque (center), a former tanker and platoon sergeant currently assigned to the Warrior Transition Battalion on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., holds a sturgeon he caught triumphantly in t... More
Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Robert McDonald talks to service members, veterans and military spouses about the career opportunities available outside of the military during the Hawaii Tr... More
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea— Tiffany M. Bryant,
CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea— Tiffany M. Bryant, principal of Humphreys Central Elementary School, rings the bell with other key leaders to signify the beginning of class for the first day of school, Augus... More
Army TAP allowed members of the community to hone on
Army TAP allowed members of the community to hone on their theatre mannerisms by coming up with a project that connects them to professionals in the Entertainment industry on December 15. In addition to working... More
Roberta Lathrop, whose husband is in the WTB, estimates
Roberta Lathrop, whose husband is in the WTB, estimates she has poured more than 1,000 ceramic molds for soldiers and their families to paint during SFAC’s expressive arts classes, which are designed to promote... More
Staff Sgt. Benjamin Reduque, a former tanker and platoon
Staff Sgt. Benjamin Reduque, a former tanker and platoon sergeant currently assigned to the Warrior Transition Battalion on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., looks over a sturgeon he caught triumphantly in the a... More
Service members, veterans and military dependents attend
Service members, veterans and military dependents attend a hiring fair as part of the Hawaii Transition Summit July 9, at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. The summit was held from July 7 to 9 at both Sch... More
Staff Sgt. Frank Pigors (right), who is currently assigned
Staff Sgt. Frank Pigors (right), who is currently assigned to the Warrior Transition Battalion on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., checks his line Dec. 3 during a sturgeon fishing trip on the Columbia River ini... More
Capt. Marshall Davis (foreground), who is currently
Capt. Marshall Davis (foreground), who is currently assigned to the Warrior Transition Battalion on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., helps a retired Marine tie his boat to the dock Dec. 3 during a sturgeon fish... More
Civilians - most of whom are military veterans - stand
Civilians - most of whom are military veterans - stand together with a handful of soldiers assigned to the Warrior Transition Battalion on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Dec. 3 after a sturgeon fishing trip o... More
Fishing trips such as those sponsored by Project Healing
Fishing trips such as those sponsored by Project Healing Waters help soldiers focus on something besides a barrage of medical appointments. The Project’s program provides basic fly fishing, fly casting, fly tyi... More
At the Soldier and Family assistance Center, soldiers
At the Soldier and Family assistance Center, soldiers attend numerous finance classes as part of their comprehensive transitioning plan. Led by financial counselor Alice Lane, classes include credit management,... More
170126-N-NS216-275 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Chief
170126-N-NS216-275 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Chief Cryptologic Technician (Technical) David Piel, from St. Louis, Missouri, assigned to Afloat Training Group looks through dress shirts during an Suits for Sol... More
170126-N-NS216-061 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Event
170126-N-NS216-061 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Event volunteer, Army veteran Steve Ward (right) from Laguna Niguel, California and Farmers Insurance employee helps Cryptologic Technician (Collection) 1st Class ... More
170126-N-NS216-271 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Chief
170126-N-NS216-271 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Chief Cryptologic Technician (Technical) David Piel, from St. Louis, Missouri, assigned to Afloat Training Group looks through dress shirts during an Suits for Sol... More
170126-N-NS216-123 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Aviation
170126-N-NS216-123 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Jeremy Burgess from San Diego, assigned to Fleet Readiness Center is measured for a suit by event volunteer, Derric... More
170126-N-NS216-008 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Event
170126-N-NS216-008 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Event volunteer, Derrick Fritz (right), San Diego native and Farmers Insurance employee helps Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Justin Engberg, assigned to ... More
170126-N-NS216-167 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Service
170126-N-NS216-167 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Service members and spouses attend an Suits for Soldiers event sponsored by Farmers Insurance and the Armed Services YMCA San Diego. The event allowed service memb... More
170126-N-NS216-207 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Information
170126-N-NS216-207 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Myra Rodriguez, from McAllen, Texas, assigned to USS Carl Vincent (CVN 70) looks through racks of business jackets during ... More
170126-N-NS216-101 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Aviation
170126-N-NS216-101 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2017) – Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Jeremy Burgess from San Diego, assigned to Fleet Readiness Center is measured for a suit by event volunteer, Derric... More