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September, 2015

2015 Modern Day Marine Military Exposition September 24, 2015 — 2015 Modern Day Marine Military Exposition MORE

School liaison builds bridges between regional schools and military students September 24, 2015 — The average military child moves six to nine times throughout his or her school career, more than three times the rate of a non-military child, according to Tammy Smith, K-12 School Liaison for Marine Corps Base Quantico. Tammy Smith is here to help. MORE

A historical homage, Marines received Congressional Gold Medals September 24, 2015 — “I am the black man who wished to serve our country during the dark days of World War II; in those days only the most capable and fit men were chosen,” roared historical reenactor Gunny Sgt. Madyun Shahid, Manpower and Reserve Affairs. MORE

Reservist makes history, sets stage for Marine staff sergeants September 24, 2015 — When pursing professional military education, navigating the guidelines of funding, participation hours, and registration requirements can be challenging for many reservist serving in the U.S. military. This challenge is met by balancing the priorities of a civilian job or higher education. MORE

Fulbright Scholar is security studies professor at Command and Staff College September 24, 2015 — Marine Corps University hosts a large, diverse faculty, consisting of active duty, reserve and retired military personnel from all branches of service, as well as chairs from numerous federal agencies and scholars, and professors from the civilian academic community. MORE

Namesake: Timmerman Street September 24, 2015 — Timmerman Street is located in base housing behind the Quantico Commissary just off of Poynter Road Who was Timmerman? Sgt. Grant Frederick Timmerman MORE

Hajj – One of the Five Pillars of Islam September 24, 2015 — Chaplain's Article September 23, 2015 MORE

Got the Word? September 21, 2015 — Chaplain's Column in September 17, 2015 edition of the Quantico Sentry MORE

Namesake: Upham Road September 21, 2015 — Namesake: Upham Road. Who was Upham? MORE

Today marks Constitution Day, Citizen’s Day (September 17) September 21, 2015 — Constitution Day and Citizenship Day is observed each year on September 17 to commemorate the signing of the Constitution on September 17, 1787, and “recognize all who, by coming of age or by naturalization, have become citizens.” MORE