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The future Zumwalt-class guided-missile destroyer USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) sits pier-side at the Port of Baltimore in preparation for its commissioning Oct. 15, 2016. DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Jesse A. Hyatt

8 Interesting Facts About the New Tech-Savvy USS Zumwalt

Posted on October 17, 2016 by Katie Lange

The newly commissioned USS Zumwalt has a lot of features that are different than most Navy ships. Find out some of them here.
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Sesame Street characters dance for children attending the Fort Meade, Maryland, showing of the Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families tour. DoD photo by Marine Corps Cpl. Cedric Haller.

Sesame Street/USO Tour Brings Kids Joy, Parents Advice

Posted on October 2, 2016 by Katie Lange

Military kids love Elmo and Cookie Monster, and they face a lot of unique challenges. So why not combine those together to teach them how to deal?
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Former Army Capt. Luis Carlos Montalván with Tuesday, his service dog. Photo credit: A Head for the Future

WATCH: Vets Get TBI Help from Four-Legged Friends

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Katie Lange

In honor of National Service Dog Month, three military veterans who have experienced TBI discuss the special connections they’ve made with service dogs.
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Members of the Lean In Kuwait Chapter discuss important issues among peers.

How ‘Lean In’ Circles Are Helping DoD Personnel Worldwide

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Katie Lange

Lean In Circles are a great way for DoD personnel to grow professionally and personally. Here are some strong examples of how.
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DoD graphic by Regina Ali

DoD’s Lean In Circles: What They Are, Why They’re Important

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Katie Lange

A year after Lean In Circles were implemented in the DoD, they’re proving to be successful for many. Don’t know what they are yet? Learn more here.
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