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July 29, 2020
Community College of the Air Force reveals plans for new degree program

The Community College of the Air Force announced plans for a new degree program slated for launch in 2021. The new Associate of Applied Science in Military Technology and Applied Sciences Management degree is a flexible alternative for enlisted personnel serving in Air Force specialties lacking
July 28, 2020
JBSA members discuss unconscious bias during ‘Tough Conversation’ roundtable

Service members joined 502d Air Base Wing leaders to discuss unconscious bias and how bringing awareness can help mitigate bias in the military during the “Tough Conversation” roundtable at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland July 21.
July 28, 2020
Altus 5/6 Warrior Council hosts ruck run

The Altus 5/6 Warrior Council hosted a base-wide ruck run competition July 24, 2020, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
July 28, 2020
62nd AW tests new way to train aircrews

The 62nd Airlift Wing at Joint Base Lewis-McCord, Washington, is partnering with the Air Force Institute of Technology on a trial run for a new way to train C-17 Globemaster III aircrews and keep them up to date on qualifications from July 1 to Dec. 31.
July 28, 2020
Gateway Wing Hosts 24-hour Walk in Honor of SPC Guillen

The 37th Training Wing hosted a 24-hour walk in honor of fallen U.S. Army SPC Vanessa Guillen at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, July 25-26, 2020. The event was used as an opportunity to promote dialogue and unity while reiterating the Air Force’s zero tolerance towards sexual misconduct and
July 28, 2020
Vance custodians fight COVID-19 with electrostatic guns, lots of innovation

Armed with EMist electrostatic disinfectant guns, specially trained custodians with the base operations support contractor mist high-traffic common areas around Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma, in a battle with COVID-19.
July 28, 2020
NASCAR, driver salute new Air Force reservist

When LaToya Freeman got a call July 22 saying her name was going to be painted on Jimmie Johnson’s car as part of NASCAR Salutes for the Super Start Batteries 400 race at the Kansas Speedway, she was in disbelief.
July 27, 2020
12th FTW welcomes new commander

Col. Scott Rowe took command of the 12th Flying Training Wing from Col. Mark Robinson during a change of command ceremony July 27, 2020 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas.
July 27, 2020
Air Force ROTC adapts training in the face of COVID-19

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets completed Combat Arms Training and Maintenance amid the COVID-19 pandemic July 9, 2020, at the CATM facility on Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama.
July 27, 2020
Air Force updates medical courses with COVID-19 content, procedures

Air Force medical instructors and trainers are improving curriculum and adapting procedures to account for COVID-19 operations. COVID-19 has shed new light on the methods of conducting medical training and education.