Airman spends day with command chief

As part of the Junior Enlisted Advisory Council shadow program, one of Maxwell's newest Airmen had an opportunity to spend the day with the 42nd Air Base Wing command chief Aug. 8.Airman 1st Class Lance Thornton, an Air University computer programmer, was selected by a group of his peers to receive

Maxwell’s Air Park: Walk through history

The intellectual and leadership center of the Air Force has continuous reminders of one particular subject -- history. Maxwell Air Force Base's Air Park, located on the Academic Circle, displays 12 static aircraft from different periods in time. Air Park was founded in April 1983, through the

Construction continues at Dickinson gate

908th completes combined unit inspection earns 'satisfactory' and 'excellent' ratings

More than 50 members of the 908th Airlift Wing were recognized as outstanding performers as the unit successfully completed a combined unit inspection June 20-26. The inspection, conducted by the Air Force Reserve Command Inspector General's office, evaluated the unit's compliance with the

Fitness in the summer: tips to beat the heat

With summer temperatures consistently above 90-degrees accompanied with high humidity, exercising outdoors can be difficult for students and permanent party personnel stationed here.The heat and humidity poses challenges for many, especially for those who are not from the southern region. This

Snakes, rodents common summer visitors to base

Runners and residents on base are encouraged to watch out for more than just the humidity and summer sun - snakes, raccoons, opossums and even feral cats have a presence around Maxwell. "Snakes have been spotted by the base lakes, along River Road, by some buildings and base housing," said Bob

International families graduate from orientation program

International Officer School spouses had the chance to show off their native garb and celebrate during the International Family Orientation Program graduation, held July 3. Each year, IOS hosts military officers from more than 75 countries to study at Air University. The students participate in

My MC2 mobile app connects Maxwell families

Maxwell service members and families have become followers of technology such as Facebook to link into the base and activities, but sometimes keeping all the different event calendars and information straight can be challenging. Recently, the Air University Public Affairs office introduced the My