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  • Air University Press Launches Wild Blue Yonder

    Air University Press launched Wild Blue Yonder, a new digital journal today, focused on air, space, and cyber power and linking theory with operational experiences.

  • Air University academic accreditation reaffirmed

    The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges reaffirmed the regional accreditation for Air University during a recent board meeting Dec. 8, 2019.
  • Maj. Gen. Mark Weatherington, Air Education and Training Command deputy commander, presents 2nd Lt. Kristen Savage with her pilot’s wings during a dual commissioning and “winging” ceremony Dec. 19, 2019, at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. Savage was a student pilot who graduated PTN version 2, an Air Education and Training Command program to explore what is possible in training with the use of innovative technology and how it can be applied to not only pilot training but also to training across AETC. She earned her wings, but couldn’t wear them until she commissioned. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Quay Drawdy)

    Airmen trade blue stripes for gold bars, silver wings

    Few things tell an Airman it’s time for a fresh uniform quite like swapping enlisted stripes for second lieutenant’s rank. For a pair of former airmen first class, now second lieutenants, their gold bars come with silver pilots’ wings.
  • Maj. Jay Burrell Doerfler addressed the participants to his award ceremony at Maxwell Air Force Base’s Wood Auditorium, November 18, 2019. The award is presented annually to recognize an Air Force fighter pilot with proven excellence and professionalism in flight, as well as dedication to community service.

    2018 Lt. Col. Anthony C. Shine Fighter Pilot Award

    Maj. Jay B. Doerfler, Air Command and Staff College student, earned the 2018 Lt. Col. Anthony C. Shine Fighter Pilot Award for his service as squadron assistant director of operations at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, from Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2018.
  • Col. Patrick J. Carley, 42nd Air Base Wing commander, exchanges a salute with Airman 1st Class Vashon Williams, 42nd Operational Medical Readiness Squadron dental assistant, during a ceremony December. 19, 2019, at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. Following a four-car pileup, Williams stopped to apply a tourniquet to the leg of a victim, effectively saving their life.

    How a Maxwell dental assistant saved a life

    You’re finally getting off work, excited to start your weekend off with a bang by enjoying the night life with a cold drink in your hand. Instead, they’re covered in blood as you’re applying a tourniquet on a man that’s barely holding on to dear life in the middle of a road surrounded by twisted metal, screams and chaos.
  • Kristen Christy, 2018 Air Force Spouse of the Year, speaks with Air University personnel Dec. 9, 2019, on Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. Christy opened up to the crowd, sharing her life story and giving advice for dealing with adversity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Charles Welty)

    AF Spouse of the Year shares story, discusses resiliency with AU personnel

    Kristen Christy, the 2018 Air Force Spouse of the Year, shared her story of tragedy, mourning and resiliency with Air University personnel Dec. 9, 2019, on Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama.
  • Air University Press has released the Winter 2019 Great Power Conflict Special Edition of Strategic Studies Quarterly. The edition is available at www.airuniversity.af.edu/SSQ.

    Air University Press releases winter edition of Strategic Studies Quarterly

    Air University Press has released the Winter 2019 Great Power Conflict Special Edition of Strategic Studies Quarterly.
  • The Air Force Institute of Technology hosted an awards ceremony in conjunction with their Centennial celebration events on Nov. 7. The ceremony highlighted the accomplishments of alumni, faculty and staff who distinguished themselves in support of AFIT’s mission to provide defense focused graduate and professional continuing education to the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tyler Greenlees)

    AFIT alumni, faculty and staff honored for outstanding career achievements

    The Air Force Institute of Technology honored alumni, faculty and staff Nov. 7 at an awards ceremony as part of the school’s centennial celebrations. Maj. Gen. Carl Schaefer, Deputy Commander of Air Force Materiel Command and 2004 AFIT alum served as keynote speaker for the event.
  • Left to Right: Dr. Richard Joseph Chief Scientist of the Air Force; Dr. Robert Johnson 2018 Harold Brown Award winner; Dr. Bethany Kolb wife of Dr. Johnson; Dr. Kelly Hammett AFRL Directed Energy director; Col. Joseph Roth AFRL Space Electro-Optics division chief; Col. Mario Serna Military Assistant to the Air Force Chief Scientist; and Dr. Darrell Lochtefeld Special Assistant to the Air Force Chief Scientist following the awards ceremony on Nov. 21, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Macee Hunt)

    AFRL Physicist Wins Top Science Award

    Air Force Research Laboratory scientist Dr. Robert Johnson has won the most prestigious science and technology award in the U.S. Air Force – the Harold Brown Award. The award is given annually to a scientist or engineer who uses scientific research to solve a problem critical to the needs of the Air Force.
  • The Air Force Culture and Language Center at Air University has released its Bangladesh Expeditionary Culture Field Guide, the latest in its growing collection. The Center’s field guides for 60 countries are available through the Air Force Culture Guide app or at http://www.airuniversity.af.edu/AFCLC/Expeditionary-Readiness-Training/.

    AFCLC releases Bangladesh Expeditionary Culture Field Guide

    The Air Force Culture and Language Center at Air University has released a Bangladesh Expeditionary Culture Field Guide, the latest in its growing collection.
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