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Igniting empowerment with Women's History Month fireside chat
In observance of Women’s History Month, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower and Reserve Affairs Gwendolyn Defilippi facilitated a fireside chat focused on opportunities for growth and empowerment during a leadership symposium Friday at the Gen. Jacob E. Smart Conference Center. The event, themed “Celebrating Women Who Have Made Great Achievements,” honored the role of women in the Department of Defense and welcomed members from across installation and community to take part in the discussion of women’s achievements, progression, and empowerment. ...
316th Wing celebrates previous year’s achievements, legacy
The 316th Wing held its 2023 annual awards ceremony, where its members gathered to celebrate the organization’s achievements, Feb. 22. U.S. Air Force Col. Todd E. Randolph, 316th Wing and installation commander, offered congratulations and gratitude to all attendees for their dedication and contributions over the past year. “Our annual awards ceremony is a testament to the dedication and excellence displayed by the members of our community,” Randolph remarked. “I...
Wings of tomorrow: Inspiring young minds toward Air Force careers
U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Daniel A. DeVoe, Air Force District of Washington and 320th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, hosted a tour of the 1st Helicopter Squadron for Oxon Hill High School students who participate in the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program as part of the “GO Inspire” program, Feb. 21. GO Inspire, with “GO” standing for general officer, is a Department of the Air Force recruiting program, which aims to increase awareness of accession pathways among underrepresented groups, broaden community outreach...
Announcing Defense Strategies Institute’s MOSA for Defense Summit
Defense Strategies Institute’s MOSA for Defense Summit will provide a forum for members of the DoD, Military Services, Industry, Academia, and other key stakeholders to discuss the warfighting imperative of implementing a modular open systems approach (MOSA) in the design, development, delivery, acquisition, and sustainment of modern warfighting systems. Adversaries are developing advanced warfighting capabilities faster than the U.S. To maintain the competitive edge, the United States is mandating MOSA in the design of complex warfighting systems. ...
Putting the mind in MindGym
A sensory deprivation, bio-responsive mindfulness Lumena MindGym was installed on base at the West Side Fitness Center, Feb. 9. “We understand that members of the Air Force are under a lot of stress,” said Brandon Murphy, head of growth at Lumena. “We want to provide the most cutting-edge and advanced techniques to help high-performing individuals manage their stress and keep them fit for what they want to do.” According to...
Washington Nationals, military leaders honor Black History Month at Arlington National Cemetery
Leaders from Joint Base Andrews and Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, along with representatives from the Washington Nationals, gathered at Arlington National Cemetery to commemorate Black History Month to honor the legacy and contributions of Black Americans to the nation and its military on Feb. 2. The commemoration included two wreath-laying ceremonies, one at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and one at the tomb of U.S. Army Cpl. Ernest Judson “Jud” Wilson, who served in World War I before becoming a notable figure in professional...
Beyond-the-wall: JBAB beautifies community through perimeter cleanup
More than 50 volunteers came together on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Feb. 6, 2024, to clean the base’s outer perimeter and collect nearly 50 bags of litter and debris. The perimeter cleanup was organized by Beyond-the-Wall, a volunteer group dedicated to ensuring a professional and sustainable environment for those living and working on and around JBAB. Through Adopt-A-Block, JBAB officially took responsibility for the area, committing to keeping Overlook Avenue Southwest, from JBAB’s Arnold Gate to the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory’s main gate, clean...
316th Medical Group takes off with new live-flight Tactical Combat Casualty Care training
The 316th Medical Group held a live-flight Tactical Combat Casualty Care training event with the organization’s Ground Surgical Team and Critical Care Air Transport Team. The training is a new line of effort for the 316th MDG, integrating the chain of patient care from point of injury to treatment during evacuation and to the hardened facility with full medical capabilities. “Due to the changes in modern warfare, there is an...
Washington National Cathedral service honors Vietnam War veterans and families
Since the establishment of the Vietnam War 50 Year Commemoration in 2012, events have been held across the nation to acknowledge and honor the sacrifice and service of the millions of Americans who participated in the war. It’s a recognition many did not receive during the conflict or after. One of the commemoration’s major events was the Welcome Home celebration held on the National Mall in May 2023, with even more activities planned through Veterans Day in 2025, when the nation will mark 50 years...
Veteran-owned wedding venue aims to add to building's rich history
Just beyond a long, tree-lined drive in rural Charles County lies Pleasant Hill House, a brand new wedding venue that offers a “historic backdrop for modern events.” Its 18th century architecture is home to many stories, but in its latest chapter Pleasant Hill has been revitalized to tell the love stories of those who tie the knot on its grounds. “We fell in love with old houses as we were falling in love,” Travis Wright said about meeting his wife, Tig. The couple first met...
Washington Glass School help veterans restore
The bolded procedure on the case normally tells us to “BREAK GLASS IN CASE OF EMERGENCY,” but for veterans in need of healing, the Washington Glass School (WGS) and the Museum of Glass (MOG) in Tacoma, Wash., provides the opposite of the directive: making glass to achieve restoration. Beginning in 2013 at the MOG and now as a collaborative effort at the WGS in December of 2023, the Hot Shop Heroes program is aiming at giving military personnel and veterans a healing journey unlike any...
12 Outstanding Airmen of the year: Theodore Sebsibe
The Air Force’s 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2023 were formally recognized at last year's Air, Space & Cyber Conference hosted by the Air and Space Forces Association in National Harbor, Maryland. Tech. Sgt. Theodore Sebsibe was honored with one of these awards during the conference. Sebsibe is assigned to the 316th Civil Engineer Squadron, leading two sections and 35 engineers. His responsibilities include overseeing continuous maintenance and upgrades for the base’s electrical distribution system that supports 512 facilities valued at $5.6 billion...
Joint Base Andrews welcomes 34th pilot for a day
The base welcomed 13-year-old Jeremiah Hawkins as the 34th “Pilot for a Day” participant from the Check-6 Foundation, Dec. 15. Hawkins experienced a full day of events at Andrews touring several flying and support squadrons by visiting their flight simulators and aircraft. He was paired with Master Sgt. Jesse McCarley, 121st Fighter Squadron aircrew flight equipment flight chief, as his “Wingman for Life,” a coveted role as his companion and tour guide while on base. ...
First sergeant symposium: Supporting the next generation of leaders
The 316th Wing hosted the Air Force District of Washington’s First Sergeant Symposium, allowing senior leaders and support services a platform to offer insight to additional duty first sergeants about the integral role they play in Airmen’s lives, Dec. 4-8. Throughout the week-long event, participants gained firsthand insights into the multifaceted responsibilities of a first sergeant, emphasizing their role as a bridge between commanders and Airmen. Additionally, first sergeants serve as vital connectors to resources beneficial not only to the Airmen but also their families. ...
Celebrate the service & sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans & families at Washington National Cathedral
Americans will thank, honor, and remember the 3.4 million Americans who served in Southeast Asia at a special “Celebration of Character & Courage” at the Washington National Cathedral on Jan. 13, 2024. The commemorative event is part of the continuing Vietnam War 50th Anniversary recognition, and will include military, veteran and Gold Star Family speakers, performances by the West Point Alumni Glee Club, and more. Seating for 1,200 guests will be available, while those unable to attend in person will be able to follow the...
3D print that rocket ship you have always wanted
Spark X Cell, an innovation laboratory at Andrews, provides services to the installation such as 3D printing, laser engraving, and software and web development. U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Chad Bohr, a Spark X Cell innovator, taught during the base’s first Spark X hosted 3D printing class, Dec. 1, 2023. “My entire role is to make sure we’re empowering airmen to help create solutions to the problems in their work areas,” said Bohr. “Being able to say bring in an item that was no longer...
Andrews Spouses Club, first sergeants deliver cookies to dorm residents
The Andrews Spouses Club hosted a cookie gathering and packing event to be delivered to dorm residents at Joint Base Andrews by the base first sergeants to help spread cheer during the holidays.
Malcolm Grow Medical Center celebrates 136 years of healing
The 316th Wing Medical Group gathered to commemorate the 136th birthday of Maj. Gen. Malcolm Grow, the namesake of the Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center, Nov. 20. The celebration featured distinguished visitors, such as Lt. Gen. Robert Miller, U.S. Air Force Surgeon General, Col. Todd Randolph, 316th Wing and installation commander, and Col. Robert Corby, 316th Wing Medical Group commander. Alongside leadership, Airmen shared pieces of Grow’s legacy, highlighting his accomplishments and endeavors. ...
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