Keesler launches course to train seasoned instructors on active learning environment

The 81st Training Support Squadron completed the first small group tryout of the new Enhanced Learning & Instructional Techniques Enrichment (ELITE) course for experienced technical training learning professionals Feb. 1 here.In keeping with Air Education and Training Command’s Continuum of

Keesler enriches community partnership through Honorary Commander Induction Ceremony

Twenty-three civic leaders were inducted into the Honorary Command program at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., Feb. 9, continuing the strong tradition of partnership between the military and Gulf Coast community.

335th TRS powers up manpower course

The 335th Training Squadron recently released the new manpower apprentice course. The improved training course allows students to learn the fundamentals of the manpower career field in a more hands-on environment. “The career field managers have completely revamped the course,” said Lt. Col. Steven

Keesler "Dragon Chat" named AETC Best Practice

Keesler’s initiative that encourages offices to take time each month to discuss important topics, dubbed ‘Dragon Chats,’ was named a best practice by the Air Education and Training Command’s inspector general following a unit effectiveness inspection in September. Dragon Chats are small core

Graduating in record time

Competence is the constant, not time! Airman 1st Class Devin McDivitt, 268th Combat Communications Squadron cyber transport technician at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., graduated from the cyber transport 54-day training program in a record-setting 18.5 days.

Keesler hosts 2AF training summit

For the first time, enlisted leadership from all five 2nd Air Force training wings met here for a superintendent training summit Oct. 30-31. The summit was designed to allow training group superintendents to share missions and identify common challenges and best practices that could be implemented

Keesler hosts innovation contest

Keesler Airmen had the opportunity to present their ideas to the Dragon Tank, an innovation contest held here, June 28. “Dragon tank is a high-profile forum where Airmen can bring their ideas, showcase them and advocate for resources and hopefully get the immediate implementation or the push to

Pinwheels for prevention

Cadets learn about their Pathway to Blue

Second Air Force held their fourth annual “Pathways to Blue” initiative with more than 280 ROTC cadets representing 15 different colleges and universities here, April 6-7.Throughout the two-day event, ROTC cadets and enlisted personnel traveled through this diverse and inclusive event to better aim

81st MDG earns Commission on Cancer national accreditation

The Keesler Medical Center cancer program has been granted a Three Year Accreditation with Silver Commendation from the Commission on Cancer, a quality program of the American College of Surgeons.   To earn voluntary CoC accreditation, a cancer program must meet or exceed the CoC quality care