Everyone has a story about where they were on 9/11 and how their lives have changed since; and I'm always fascinated to hear them. A day that once had no significance now means so much and can instantly trigger so many thoughts and memories.....So for those interested, here's my story, 10 years in the making! On Sept. 11, 2001, I was in my 4th year of college at Georgia State University, majoring in Public Relations and Political Science / International Affairs. I went to school...read more

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This 4th of July weekend, several senior Army leaders converged on the city of New Orleans to interact and engage the community at the 2011 Essence Music Festival. Yesterday I had an amazing opportunity to tour the Southeast Louisiana War Veteran’s Home and enjoy lunch with around 300 veterans and their Families with a few of those leaders - Brig. Gen. Roberts, Recruiting Command's Deputy Commanding General; Lt. Col. Torres, Baton Rouge Battalion...read more

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For the past 8 years, I've had the unbelievable privilege of serving as an Army Civilian Public Affairs Officer. It's my duty to keep the public and our Army Team - Soldiers, Families, Civilians, and Contractors - informed. I'm proud to be an Army Civilian, and I know the work that I do is important to our Army. With that said, for my first post, I wanted to share the Army Civilian Corps Creed. It's relatively new, but I think it's powerful and relevant for the...read more

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