Feb. 18, 2015 Behind the pamphlets--a mental health technician's experience Looking at the sea of wellness and health pamphlets at the Mental Health clinic may feel impersonal. And in the time that passes while waiting for an appointment, it may get Airmen wondering who the people are behind the printed appeals encouraging the care of mind and body.With five years of
Feb. 18, 2015 Stories from Vietnam: Into the assassin's den Editor's Note: This is a first in a series on Scott's Vietnam Veterans, and is part of the DoD's 50th Anniversary Commemoration of the Vietnam War.Low on fuel, a radio call came over the net directing a search for a downed American pilot. Capt. Keith Sawyer was returning from directing an air
Feb. 11, 2015 'My own outlet for expression' Air Force spouse and violinist Aleisha Chiappone said she can't wait to see her children's reaction when the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra performs music from the movie "Frozen" in an upcoming performance. Until that Feb. 22 recital, she positions her instrument under her jaw and practices along
Feb. 11, 2015 School officials can request social media passwords This year, a new Illinois law took effect allowing school administrators access to a student's social media profile if the student is being investigated for cyber-bullying.As long as the member is a student, the law applies.According to Illinois legislators, school districts and universities in
Feb. 11, 2015 Improve the Air Force with AFSO process The Air Force recently changed the name of its process improvement program from AFSO21 to just AFSO, which stands for Air Force Smart Operations.One tool of AFSO involves using the eight-step problem solving model, something the wing plans to train everyone on during the year.Master Sgt. Jennifer
Feb. 11, 2015 Air Mobility Command develops new interactive map Maps are a tool every military base uses daily. Air Mobility Command has created a global map called AMC.maps that can be used as a universal tool across many job fields."Everybody has a site with maps on it," said Andree Swanson, AMC Communication and Education Training Officer. "The key, we found,
Feb. 4, 2015 Airman’s love for music contributes to ‘whole Airman concept’ To the customers of the 436th Supply Chain Operations Squadron, Airman 1st Class Linh Phan seems like another camouflage-clad employee, but it's what he does in his free time that sets him apart.Phan's dorm room is filled with mandatory items, such as a bed, desk, and a cabinet. What little space is
Feb. 4, 2015 Military Saves Campaign promotes healthy finances Military Saves Week, Feb. 23-28, is an annual opportunity for installations and organizations to promote good financial savings behavior and a chance for servicemembers and their families to assess their own saving status.Lona Berndt, Airman and Family Readiness Center Community Readiness
Feb. 4, 2015 Sergeant rescues puppy while deployed in Kuwait When Staff Sgt. Arin Vickers returns home to Scott in a few months, she will have a new furry family member waiting for her that she rescued during her current deployment in Kuwait.Vickers found the terrier mix and his two siblings abandoned on the side of the road. The 435th Supply Chain Operations
Feb. 4, 2015 New flightline entry procedures In an effort to streamline operations on Scott Air Force Base's flightline, the 375th Security Forces Squadron has made some changes to its access procedures.The Heritage Gate, at Hangar Road and Heritage Drive, will now remain permanently closed. Those who have been vetted and are authorized to