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LiveSafe App Pilot Program
Sailors and families, in the Hampton Roads area and Naval Station Rota, are encouraged to participate in the LiveSafe App Pilot Program. LiveSafe provides resources to aid in the prevention of destructive behaviors, walk-safe functionality to assist a Sailor in moving away from unsafe situations, and maps with emergency and support services. The free app is available in Apple's App Store and the Google Play store.
NWU Type III Transition Begins - 5 Things You Should Know
Earlier this month, the Navy began its transition from the Navy Working Uniform Type (NWU) I to the NWU Type III as its primary shore working uniform. Here are five things to know about the uniform switch:
Registration Now Open for the 2017 Naval Future Force S&T; Expo
For information and to register for the Expo, please visit: http://www.navalengineers.org/Symposia/2017-Naval-Future-Force-Science-and-Technology-Expo.
The Impact of a Continuing Resolution on PCS Orders Timelines
The Navy announced today that Sailors should expect to receive orders with approximately two months lead time for permanent change of station (PCS) moves.
SRB Update Released
Today, the Navy released an update to the Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB) award plan for active component (AC) and full time support (FTS) Sailors in NAVADMIN 212/16.
Navy Leaders Bring Back Rating Titles
On Dec. 21, the Navy announced that effective immediately, Sailors may continue to be addressed by their Rating Titles in NAVADMIN 283/16.
Spirit of Hope and Fisher Award Deadline Announced
Chief of Naval Personnel is seeking nominations for the 2016 Spirit of Hope award, as well as the Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Distinguished Civilian Humanitarian Award, which must be submitted by Feb. 28.
NEW TUITION ASSISTANCE POLICY
NAVADMIN 219/16 now makes it a requirement for a Sailor to submit and have a TA request Command Approved 14 calendar days prior to a term start date for all classes starting on or after January 1st, 2017! http://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/reference/messages/Documents/NAVADMINS/NAV2016/NAV16219.txt
Naval War College Seeks Papers on Women, Peace, Security
U.S. Naval War College is issuing a "call for papers" in preparation of its 5th annual Women, Peace and Security Conference to be held, August 2017, at the college.
Testing Options Expanded for SAT, ACT
Service members planning to start their college education have a new option for taking admissions tests, including the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) and the American College Test (ACT) Assessment Program. New to the programs is a reimbursement option for members taking the ACT/SAT at off-base locations, including local high schools or colleges. Visit the DANTES website: http://www.dantes.doded.mil for info.
Navy Works to Improve its Pay and Personnel Support System
The Navy announced today in NAVADMIN 235/16 that a number of actions have been identified that will help improve the quality of pay and personnel services provided to Sailors.
Navy Suicide Prevention Month Launches Year-Long Efforts: Submit Yours for DoD Recognition
Through its Every Sailor, Every Day campaign, Navy Suicide Prevention Branch provides tools and resources designed to empower behavior change.
New Navy College Website a Hit with Sailors
The redesign of the Navy College website has proven an immediate hit with Sailors, and feedback about virtual capabilities, response times, and improved access has been overwhelmingly positive. The URL for the new Navy College Program website is https://www.navycollege.navy.mil.
This Day in Naval History - Jan 19 History RSS
Story Number: NNS020108-08 Release Date: 1/8/2002 12:37:00
FIND ANOTHER DAY IN HISTORY:
- 1813 - William Jones takes office as the fourth Secretary of the Navy, serving until Dec. 1, 1814.
1840 - During the Exploring Expedition, USS Vincennes, commanded by Lt. Charles Wilkes, becomes the first U.S. Navy ship to reach the Antarctic Continent.
1943 - USS Swordfish (SS 193) sinks army cargo ship Myoho Maru, which was part of the Japanese Solomons reinforcement convoy, while USS Greenling (SS 213) damages Japanese cargo ship north of Rabaul.
1952 - During the Korean War, landing crafts from USS Horace A. Bass (APD 124) investigate the beaches around Kamak Bay (south west coast of Korea) when one of the crafts carrying frogmen comes under fire from North Korean guerillas, killing two and wounding three.