Sep 13, 2012

By the time the students in today's Command and General Staff College Intermediate Level Education class are leading the Army, the Army of 2020 will already be here, the under secretary of the Army said last week.

Sep 13, 2012

Under Secretary of the U.S. Army Dr. Joseph W. Westphal visited soldiers and their families, Sept. 8, 2012, at an Army Reserve Yellow Ribbon Program event in Kansas City, Mo. During his stay, Westphal met with some of the 700 participants and their children and stressed the Army's commitment to helping with transitional issues surrounding deployment.

Sep 11, 2012

Under Secretary of the U.S. Army Joseph W. Westphal, originally from Chile, speaks at the 9th National Latina Symposium held by Latina Style Magazine, which showcases Latina achievements in all areas, including business, science, civic affairs, education, entertainment, sports, and the arts. Over 500 Hispanic leaders and service members from across the country participated in this event, which is the largest annual gathering of Latina leaders in the United States.

Sep 10, 2012

For Americans, the date "September 11, 2001" evokes very distinct memories of that specific time in our lives when the world, as we knew it, changed forever. Our memories mark this day far more poignantly than any words ever will.

Sep 4, 2012

Under Secretary Westphal is participating in the Navy's long-standing outreach program to promote inter-Service cooperation in support of Joint Vision 2020, and gain an appreciation for Naval capabilities at sea. The Navy's Sea Embark outreach program enables government and civilian senior leaders the ability to experience first-hand how the Navy contributes to the National Defense strategy and to the stability of the global community.

Aug 28, 2012

The first female finance officer to achieve the rank of major general has just been promoted, 92 years since the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution tore down the last formal barrier to women's enfranchisement.

Aug 28, 2012

Aug 6, 2012

JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD, Wash. (Aug. 6, 2012) -- Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal met with Madigan Healthcare System Warrior Transition Battalion Soldiers and toured the WTB billets July 30 as part of his visit to Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Westphal, who is the No. 2 civilian leader in the Army, spoke on the importance of getting the warrior transition unit mission right.

Aug 2, 2012

Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Clover Park School District in Washington, broke ground on the future site of JBLM's Hillside Elementary School, July 30, 2012, signifying the official start of a yearlong construction project to rebuild Hillside and Carter Lake Elementary Schools completely.

Aug 2, 2012

Honorable Dr. Joseph W. Westphal recently participate in the ground breaking ceremony for the Center Lake and Hillside Elementary schools on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM). During his visit to the installation, Dr. Westphal also interacted with leaders, Soldiers and the civilian workforce at JBLM Garrison, I Corps, Madigan Army Medical Center, the Warrior Transition Battalion, Western Regional Medical Command, and the National Center for Telehealth and Technology (T2). He underscored support for the positive direction of JBLM/I Corps and expressed the confidence of Army senior leadership in the JBLM leadership, and in the medical professionals at Madigan Army Medical Center; specifically expressing appreciation for their innovative and interdisciplinary approaches to patient care.

Aug 1, 2012

Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Clover Park School District in Washington, broke ground on the future site of JBLM's Hillside Elementary School, July 30, 2012, signifying the official start of a yearlong construction project to rebuild Hillside and Carter Lake Elementary Schools completely.

Jul 13, 2012

The President's 2012 Securing Americans Value and Efficiency Award

Jul 9, 2012

The nation's military has logged historic achievements in the past 12 months, but faces a future clouded by financial threat, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta said June 29, 2012.

Jun 29, 2012

There will be a special 50-gun salute to the nation at high noon on July 4 at Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall, Whipple Field by Soldiers of the 3d U.S. Infantry (The Old Guard) Presidential Salute Battery.

Jun 28, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal got an in-depth look at the daily operations of the U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center at Fort Rucker, Ala., during a visit June 26, 2012.

Jun 27, 2012

For the first time in the Army's history, a double amputee has taken the reins as garrison commander of a major installation.

Jun 27, 2012

Happy Independence Day 2012!!

Jun 27, 2012

Observing Aviation training firsthand and interacting with the Soldiers going through flight school were just a few of the reasons Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal said he visited Fort Rucker, Ala., June 25-26, 2012.

Jun 25, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Dr. Joseph W. Westphal discusses Army transformation and instituting better business practices Army wide at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania's 16th annual Wharton Leadership Conference, June 20, 2012 in Philadelphia, Pa.

Jun 24, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal discussed the United States and Chile's longstanding partnership, the established Army-to-Army relationship between the U.S. and Chile, and hemispheric cooperation on the radio program Dimensión Internacional in Santiago, Chile.

Jun 22, 2012

Brig. Gen. Timothy J. Edens assumed command June 22 of the U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center from Brig Gen. William T. Wolf.

Jun 21, 2012

With significant budget cuts coming over the next several years, the Army has embraced the need to adapt, seeing it as an opportunity to become a stronger, better, more modern and agile force, one that will always be committed to keeping America safe.

Jun 19, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal recently participated in the 12th U.S. and Chile Defense Consultative Commission in Santiago, Chile, and visited with Chilean Army units throughout the country to expand relationships and increase security cooperation in the hemisphere.

Jun 19, 2012

Six Army sergeants were recognized at the Pentagon, June 19, 2012, for their outstanding service in recruiting and career counseling.

Jun 19, 2012

Despite safety successes in recent years, Army aviation accident rates are rising this year and our Army is missing opportunities to prevent these accidents. As of June 14, 2012, we have experienced 13 Class A manned aircraft accidents with nine fatalities. In comparison to 2011's entire year of 15 Class A manned aircraft accidents and 11 fatalities, it becomes clear this year's trend is one we need to reverse. Current accident trends include breakdowns in standards, discipline and maintenance, with human error cited as a contributing factor in every manned aircraft Class A.

Jun 8, 2012

Happy 237th Birthday to the U.S. Army!!!

Jun 7, 2012

The Army remembered the servicemen who took part in the Allied invasion of Normandy, France, which began 68 years ago, during World War II, at a reception in advance of a traditional Twilight Tattoo ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., June 6, 2012.

Jun 7, 2012

Close to three thousand visitors to the Nation's Capital joined the Under Secretary of the Army in saluting World War II veterans on the 68th anniversary of D-Day during a "Twilight Tattoo" at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall's Summerall Field, in Arlington Va.

Jun 7, 2012

"Saluting World War II Veterans on the 68th Anniversary of D-Day"

Jun 6, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal along with a crowd of more than three thousand people honor World War II veterans at a recent "Twilight Tattoo", June 6, 2012, at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va. The theme of the ceremony was "Saluting World War II Veterans on the 68th Anniversary of D-Day". Twilight Tattoo is an hour-long military pageant featuring Soldiers from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) and The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own." For more information go to http://twilight.mdw.army.mil/

Jun 5, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal visited the U.S. Army Center of Military History's Museum Support Center Facility to gain situational awareness and view the impressive collection of over 16,000 pieces of American history housed in the state-of-the-art facility.

Jun 4, 2012

The Under Secretary of the Army visits U.S. Army Geospatial Center to gain situational awareness and ensure the Army is correctly prioritizing, balancing and integrating resources to support the contributions of this mission-critical organization.

Jun 1, 2012

National Safety Month, sponsored by the nonprofit National Safety Council and observed each June, offers Army leaders a prime opportunity to energize their accident prevention efforts and engage with their Soldiers on safety.

Jun 1, 2012

"Saluting World War II Veterans on the 68th Anniversary of D-Day"

Jun 1, 2012

San Juan, PR- The US Army Reserve-Puerto Rico conducted a groundbreaking ceremony for a new Army Reserve Center at Puerto Nuevo, a neighborhood in the Puerto Rico's capital city, 1 June 2012.

Jun 1, 2012

The Under Secretary of the Army, Dr. Joseph W. Westphal visits Fort Belvoir Community Hospital to gain situational awareness and ensure the Army is correctly prioritizing, balancing and integrating resources to support the mission of this vital organization.

May 31, 2012

Two Army civilians and one Army officer were honored at the Pentagon, May 31, 2012, for their efforts to strengthen and streamline the Army's civilian workforce.

May 23, 2012

Army engineers were recognized for their collaborative efforts with small business to develop a transportable 100 kW generator that is 3,150 pounds lighter than those currently in theater.

May 23, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal met with senior generals in the Mexican Army, Tuesday, at the Pentagon, to discuss Army-to-Army cooperation efforts, build cooperation and foster closer relationships between the two militaries.

May 23, 2012

The U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center

May 22, 2012

Secretary of the Army John McHugh said that language and culture skills are critical for the successful accomplishment of missions overseas today and in the future, during a visit to the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center, May 21, 2012.

May 22, 2012

U.S. Army CERDEC hosted a coalition interoperability experiment May 10-18, 2012, at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., to identify performance shortfalls and to evaluate future network architectures that will better enable interoperability for coalition ground forces brigade and below, prevent fratricide and extend continuity of operations.

May 22, 2012

Communications-Electronics Research, Development and Engineering Center engineers were recognized for their collaborative efforts with small business to develop a transportable 100 kW generator that is 3,150 pounds lighter than those currently in theater.

May 22, 2012

The assistant secretary of the Army for installations, energy and environment, in a bloggers roundtable today, said one of the reasons the Army is committed to one gigawatt of renewable energy is security.

May 21, 2012

Memorial Day is among the most revered of holidays in our Army. We remember those who have fallen before us, and during this era of persistent conflict, honor the memory of those now absent from our formations. Thank you for your continued service, which ensures their sacrifices will never be forgotten.

May 11, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army, Dr. Joseph W. Westphal hosts the 50th Annual Pace Awards where awardees are selected based on their performance and completion of significant staff assignments that benefit the Army by providing substantial financial savings, or technological or military development, April 3, 2012 at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C.

May 10, 2012

For the 50th consecutive year, the Pace Award was presented to an Army officer and Army civilian, for their outstanding performance in significant staff assignments that benefit the Army by providing substantial financial savings or technological or military development.

May 3, 2012

The roar of more than 10,000 "Dog Face" Soldiers, Family Members and members of the Marne Division's community rose above the melody of "Hail to the Chief" to announce the arrival of President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama to Fort Stewart, April 27. The event marked the first appearance of a president on Marne Division soil in almost 10 years; President George W. Bush visited the installation in 2003 to present the Presidential Unit Citation to the division for its role in the military campaign in Iraq that ended the reign of former dictator Saddam Hussein.

May 3, 2012

Brightly colored leis, paper lanterns and the sound of beating drums greeted patrons of Fort Rucker's Post Exchange Mall April 27 during the kickoff event for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.

May 2, 2012

May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month -- a celebration of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. A rather broad term, Asian-Pacific encompasses all of the Asian continent and the Pacific islands of Melanesia (New Guinea, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Fiji and the Solomon Islands), Micronesia (Marianas, Guam, Wake Island, Palau, Marshall Islands, Kiribati, Nauru and the Federated States of Micronesia) and Polynesia (New Zealand, Hawaiian Islands, Rotuma, Midway Islands, Samoa, American Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Cook Islands, French Polynesia and Easter Island).

May 2, 2012

Secretary of the Army John McHugh Speaks with Civilian Aides to the Secretary of the Army (CASA) during the annual 2012 CASA conference held in Tucson, Arizona April 25, 2012. CASAs provide individual advice to the Secretary of the Army, the Army Chief of Staff and commanders at all levels on public sentiments toward the Army. Additionally, they work closely with key influencers within their area of responsibility to disseminate information about the Army's objectives, roles, requirements and major programs to the public.

May 2, 2012

The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command is beginning to replace paper with digital data collection options in preparation for the next Network Integration Evaluation at White Sands Missile Range this May.

Apr 30, 2012

The opening night endorsements for this year's Twilight Tattoo season are in. If an out-of-state visitor or a National Capital Region resident is searching for patriotic entertainment on a Wednesday night this spring or summer, venture to Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall for an evening of entertainment.

Apr 30, 2012

Wide-ranging and expanding radar missions for the armed forces have earned Tobyhanna Army Depot first place in the 2012 Pennsylvania Technology Awards "Best Application of Technology" category.

Apr 27, 2012

Army civilians in the grades of GS-14/15 and equivalent employees, may now begin the self-nomination process for entry into the Army's Senior Enterprise Talent Management program.

Apr 24, 2012

STATEMENT BY THE HONORABLE JOSEPH W. WESTPHAL UNDER SECRETARY OF THE ARMY / CHIEF MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Apr 24, 2012

Westphal testifies about the Army's financial management and business transformation

Apr 24, 2012

Four Soldiers who built a training device to teach service members to safely exit an overturned Humvee were among 22 troops and civilians honored April 24, 2012, as part of the 2012 Secretary of the Army Awards.

Apr 17, 2012

The shadow of sequestration is being cast over the Defense Department, and members of Congress must act to dissipate it, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta said here today.

Apr 17, 2012

The Army's future leaders got an inside look at cutting edge research during a visit on April 13 to the U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM).

Apr 17, 2012

The final hours of flight for the space shuttle Discovery and NASA's space shuttle program took place over historic Fort Lesley J. McNair, April 17, 2012, as thousands of Washingtonians looked up at the clear blue skies of the Nation's Capital.

Apr 17, 2012

Apr 13, 2012

Westphal discusses Army-to-Army cooperation with Mexican Ambassador

Apr 13, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal met with Mexican Ambassador to the United States Arturo Sarukhan, April 13, 2012, at the Pentagon, to discuss Army-to-Army cooperation efforts and regional security issues.

Apr 9, 2012

U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command welcomed the undersecretary of the Army to its new home on Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 4, 2012.

Apr 3, 2012

While the public may associate the U.S. Army with Soldiers and weapons on the battlefield, there is also an "institutional" Army that has functions similar to those of large corporations in the private sector, a top Army official told a business group here April 2, 2012.

Mar 30, 2012

Westphal discusses the future of the Army with 1st Mission Support Command

Mar 30, 2012

Emphasizing the importance of diversity and leadership within the U.S. Army, Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal delivered the keynote address to more than 175 cadets during the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras' ROTC ball.

Mar 30, 2012

CASA for Puerto Rico hosts the Under Secretary of the Army

Mar 28, 2012

Undersecretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal came to the University of Texas at Austin looking to strengthen the school's ties with the Army.

Mar 12, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph Westphal visited the Fort Sam Houston headquarters of the U.S. Army Installation Management Command with his wife, Linda, March 7, 2012.

Mar 12, 2012

Army Under Secretary visits UT campus, tours research facilities

Mar 12, 2012

Under Secretary visits Fort Hood, discusses force reduction, Family care

Mar 12, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph Westphal visited Fort Hood, Texas, March 9, 2012, as part of a trip to the Central Texas region.

Mar 12, 2012

Under Secretary visits Fort Hood

Mar 12, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Dr. Joseph W. Westphal has breakfast with Soldiers from the 3d Cavalry Regiment at Fort Hood, Texas, to discuss key Army issues. Westphal visited Fort Hood to gain situational awareness and ensure the Army is correctly prioritizing, balancing and integrating resources to support the mission of the Army's largest installation.

Mar 12, 2012

Mar 6, 2012

Secretary of the Army John McHugh participated in the Strategic Decision Making Exercise at the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle, Pa., Mar. 2, 2012. The exercise is an annual culminating educational event that allows Army War College students to apply knowledge, skills and critical thinking to analyze multiple complex regional problems tied to U.S. interests and to develop proposed courses of action that integrate all of the elements of national power -- diplomatic, informational, military and economic. The students briefed McHugh who was playing the role of a presidential adviser.

Feb 29, 2012

The Honorable Dr. Joseph Westphal, Under Secretary of the Army, met with the U.S. Military Academy Preparatory School Commandant Col. Tyge Rugenstein for a tour of the new facilities Feb. 28. Westphal asked questions regarding entrance eligibility, facility capabilities, academics and graduation. Earlier in the day he toured West Point, met with key leaders and visited the academy's centers of excellence to assess future Army and academy requirements. Photo by Kathy Eastwood, West Point Public Affairs

Feb 13, 2012

Representing the President of the United States, U.S. Army Military District of Washington's (MDW) Commanding General, Maj. Gen. Michael S. Linnington, presided during an Armed Forces Full Honor Wreath Ceremony at the Lincoln Memorial, Sunday morning. The ceremony was held in honor of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, on what would have been his 203rd birthday.

Feb 13, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal hosts the swearing-in ceremony for the general counsel of the Army

Feb 13, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal hosts the swearing-in ceremony for the general counsel of the Army

Feb 3, 2012

Under Secretary of the Army, Dr. Joseph W. Westphal, promotes his aide-de-camp to Lt. Col.

Jan 25, 2012

The Under Secretary of the Army spoke with senior leaders from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during their 2012 leader conference.

Jan 13, 2012

The Under Secretary of the Army visits U.S. Army Cyber Command to gain situational awareness and ensure the Army is correctly prioritizing, balancing and integrating resources to support the mission of this vital organization.

Jan 13, 2012

The Under Secretary of the Army visits U.S. Army Cyber Command to gain situational awareness and ensure the Army is correctly prioritizing, balancing and integrating resources to support the mission of this vital organization.

Jan 13, 2012

Army Leadership: Hazing not compatible with Army Values

Jan 9, 2012

Martin Luther King Jr. Day tri-signed letter

Dec 7, 2011

U.S. Military Academy linebacker Andrew Rodriguez has been named the 22nd recipient of the William V. Campbell Trophy at the 54th National Football Foundation Annual Awards Dinner in New York City.

Nov 29, 2011

Under Secretary of the Army meets with Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Admiral James Stavridis in Mons, Belgium, after seeing troops in Afghanistan.

Nov 29, 2011

Shane Wentz, a "master black belt" in Lean Six Sigma, was honored at the Pentagon during a ceremony to recognize winners in the 2011 Army Lean/Six Sigma Excellence Awards Program, Nov. 29, 2011.

Nov 29, 2011

Practitioners of Lean Six Sigma were recognized Nov. 29, 2011, for streamlining Army business processes that help save the Army money.

Nov 25, 2011

Under Secretary of the Army Joseph Westphal surprised service members in Afghanistan on Thanksgiving with a taste of home by bringing with him New York Yankees outfielder Nick Swisher and his actress wife, Joanna Garcia Swisher.

Nov 23, 2011

Under Secretary of the U.S. Army Joseph W. Westphal, along with New York Yankees Outfielder Nick Swisher and his wife, Joanna Garcia Swisher, visited the U.S Army in Europe Nov. 22, 2011, on their way to Afghanistan to spend Thanksgiving with deployed Soldiers.

Nov 22, 2011

Under Secretary of the Army, Dr. Joseph W. Westphal, U.S. Army Europe Commander, Lt. Gen. Mark P. Hertling, New York Yankees outfielder Nick Swisher and actress JoAnna Garcia Swisher visit with wounded warriors at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany.

Nov 12, 2011

The Under Secretary of the Army addressed 345 senior acquisition, logistics and technology experts from throughout the Department of Defense during a senior leader training forum in Huntsville, Alabama.

Nov 3, 2011

Congress honors the commitment and sacrifice of the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442d Regimental Combat Team and Military Intelligence Service during WWII.

Oct 31, 2011

Under Secretary of the Army, HON Dr. Joseph W. Westphal served as the keynote speaker for during Accession Command's 2011 Hispanic Heritage Month Reception. The U.S. Army proudly celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month in recognition of the many contributions Hispanics have made to our nation and to its defense.

Oct 31, 2011

Environmental upgrade Newest ERDC lab pure Gold

Oct 31, 2011

The Under Secretary of the Army visits Fort Benning to gain situational awareness and ensure the Army is correctly prioritizing, balancing and integrating resources to support the mission of this vital installation.