Many, many thanks to SSgt Jeffrey D. Anderson an instructor from the Defense Information School , who did a fantastic job of covering our 2013 Merit Awards Banquet. The photos are here.
Walt Ford spotted this article: Lejeune videographer to receive coveted award Sergeant Al Carls will receive the Cpl. William T. Perkins award today on July 24at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland for his video-journalism work done in Afghanistan from April to May of 2012. His video, Going Forward in Read more…
Editors Note: Fred Lash sent us this info, some members may find interesting.
By Karen Parrish, American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, July 25, 2013 – The Defense Department is facing a once-in-a-generation change, and its public affairs practitioners around the world need to communicate that change clearly, the Pentagon’s chief spokesman said today.
George Little, assistant to the secretary of defense for public affairs, spoke to commissioned, enlisted, civilian and contract employee defense public affairs professionals gathered at the Defense Media Activity’s headquarters on Fort Meade in Maryland. Little’s remarks also were webcast.
“Public affairs is an absolutely critical component of our military and our department,” he said. “We operate in a world so tightly connected that every world event, big or small, can be felt in real time.”
Little noted that thanks to the Internet, social media and smartphones, the walls between citizens, journalists and the military have never been thinner. He challenged his audience to consider three factors that argue for a new approach to public affairs:
— Changes brought about by war and the media’s evolution;
— An expanding toolbar of essential skills for public affairs professionals; and
— Military and civilian defense leaders’ responsibility for effective communication. (more…)
My apologies folks, we updated the “gallery” plug in and it did NOT play well with the rest of the site. WORKING ON THE PROBLEM NOW. –Kate Photographers, photographers everywhere! For candid photos of the 2013 conference by Kate Stark, Don Parzanese and Mike Pitts view here. For photos of Read more…
Born in Portsmouth, Va., to Mylo Jay (deceased) and Dolores VanOrman, Suzi spent her childhood in Cadillac, Mich. She was an accomplished downhill skier, excelled in school academics, played the flute and twirled the baton for school band marches.
A major water main ruptured near Andrews that is impacting services not only on base but all of the surrounding areas. The base is currently operating with several restrictions on services and facilities. Of most concern is billeting which is allowing only folks on orders to check in until the Read more…
On exhibit at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, 500 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20006, Jun. 29-Sept. 29, 2013. This landmark exhibition revolutionizes our understanding of this momentous subject, immersing viewers in the experience of soldiers and civilians during wartime. WAR/PHOTOGRAPHY brings together images by more than 200 photographers from Read more…
The Presidential Inn and the Conference Center are located side-by-side. The Club at Andrews is north of each and located on Arnold Avenue. The Freedom Hall Dining Facility is in Bldg. 1628 is between Arkansas Rd. and D Street fairly close to the Presidential Inn. If you are staying at Read more…
General John M. Paxton Jr
CCHQ has been informed that General John M. Paxton Jr, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, will be the Guest of Honor at our 2013 Conference at JB Andrews the evening of Wednesday, July 24.
On December 15, 2012 General Paxton assumed the duties of the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps. Prior to his current assignment he served as Commander, United States Marine Corps Forces Command, the Commander, United States Marine Corps Forces, Europe and the Commanding General, Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic. He has served as the Commanding General, II Marine Expeditionary Force, and Commander, United States Marine Forces Africa; the Director for Operations, J-3, The Joint Staff; and as the Chief of Staff for Multi-National Force Iraq in Baghdad. Additional General Officer assignments include Commanding General, 1st Marine Division, Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruit Depot/Western Recruiting Region, and Assistant Deputy Commandant of the Marine Corps, Programs and Resources (Director Programs). (more…)