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  • Days of Remembrance

    Each year, the United States government observes the Days of Remembrance in April to commemorate the victims of the Holocaust during World War II and other genocides since 1945. At 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Maxwell will present its memorial ceremony in the Air University Academic Facility small auditorium,

  • MWD retires, reunites with former trainer

    The 42nd Security Forces Squadron adopted out one of its military working dogs and held a meritorious service and retirement ceremony for her April 18.Alissa/R698 retired because of a degenerative disc and joint disease that rendered her unable to perform the duties necessary to complete base

  • 42nd ABW to open resiliency center

    The 42nd Air Base Wing Chapel will host a ribbon cutting April 25 for the new Airmen Resiliency Center.The center, located on Maxwell Boulevard, will focus on Air Force core values while also aiming to build on the foundations of spiritual resiliency."Resiliency is indicative of holistic health

  • LeMay Center commander uses diverse background to serve Airmen

    As the child of a missionary growing up among the Ndu tribe in the West African nation of the Republic of Cameroon, Steven Kwast and local children rubbed mud and ash from the previous night's fires into their hair to mimic the appearance of respected tribal elders.In a region of the world that now

  • AWC international culture event celebrates diversity, strengthens bonds

    International officers attending Air University's Air War College held an International Culture Festival celebrating the cultural heritage of students from 42 different nations April 12. "In today's complex environment, building partnerships is fundamental to achieving mission success," said Maj.

  • Q&A: Unknowns about MWD

    The 42nd Security Forces Squadron's military working dogs are seen daily around Maxwell Air Force Base. Their mission is to protect base personnel by sniffing out explosives and narcotics, both at the gates and around base. There are several aspects about four-legged military members that are not as

  • IFOP seeks volunteers, donations

    By Staff Sgt. Gregory Brook42nd Air Base Wing Public AffairsAir University's International Officer School is looking for volunteers and donations for the International Family Orientation Program set for June 23-July 1.Each year, IOS hosts military officers from more than 75 countries to participate