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Air Force Reserves (2 days a month) How much say does my unit have on when I have to do non-annual training events? In particular, this years dates were given for a 2 week training course everyone needs to attend at some point in the unit. I attend full time in person college, and the training takes place near finals. Do they have the right to make it mandatory for me or do I have the right to say no because I will flunk my classes?
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Nov 4, 2011 02:31
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Progression Please posted:Air Force Reserves (2 days a month)
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Nov 4, 2011 03:56
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iyaayas01 posted:I'm assuming you don't have anything beyond a Secret clearance, but if you have a TS and/or are read in on SCI/SAP/etc then you should probably notify someone (usually a PSM or ASM type dude). Technically yes. But it's one of those situations that can easily bite you in the rear end for doing the "right" thing. Not reporting it to SSO is the better option as there is literally no way to get caught. Even if you get drug tested, you have a prescription so you're good. They're not going to check it with SSO.
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Nov 4, 2011 04:00
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front wing flexing posted:Technically yes. But it's one of those situations that can easily bite you in the rear end for doing the "right" thing. Not reporting it to SSO is the better option as there is literally no way to get caught. Even if you get drug tested, you have a prescription so you're good. They're not going to check it with SSO. The only way I could see this posing a problem is if you are still on the drug when it comes time for a reinvestigation...if you report it on your 86 like you are supposed to that will probably raise some eyebrows if your PSM/SSO is doing their job, although Valium is a pretty poor example for that since you generally shouldn't be on it long term. Actually, now that I think some more about it, I don't think you would even be required to report Valium use provided you had a valid prescription...you might be required to report the reason you received the prescription, depending on what it was (you'd be required report treatment for alcoholism, but not report treatment for restless leg syndrome or whatever), but it's not like this is PRP where you are required to report every-loving-thing you take even if it's for a reason that has nothing to do with your ability to handle sensitive material.
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Nov 4, 2011 04:28
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Quick Question! What are some good online colleges? I want to both learn, AND get a degree, though getting a degree is more important. Accreditation is essential!
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Nov 4, 2011 06:07
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Progression Please posted:Air Force Reserves (2 days a month) It really depends on your chain on command and you have to gauge their response. Mine allowed me to leave early(about a week) to deal with finals. However, another guy, a non-NCO who didn't rub elbows with the higher ups, initially wasn't allowed to because he was "needed", IE details. Thankfully he didn't tell them the dates at first, I encouraged him to stretch the truth, IE finals were during drill vs 3-4 days after, and show their importance. Tl;dr It's about who you're cool with, and how you present your case, like with anything.
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Nov 4, 2011 07:32
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Nillerz posted:Quick Question! I've heard good things about University of Maryland University College. They also have branches on most FOBs if you get deployed.
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Nov 4, 2011 13:02
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Nillerz posted:Quick Question! What do you want to study? Some "normal" quality schools have decent online programs though you might not think of them as an online college.
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Nov 4, 2011 13:33
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I'm on the E-5 select list and I PCS'd right before the list came out, so I had to get a copy of my board proceedings sent in. About how long can I expect for those orders to be cut at S-1?
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Nov 6, 2011 05:40
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gleep glop posted:I've heard good things about University of Maryland University College. They also have branches on most FOBs if you get deployed. Are they a fake school? Their name sounds fake.
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Nov 6, 2011 06:24
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Nillerz posted:Are they a fake school? Their name sounds fake. They're a real school, part of the University of Maryland system(Like UM-BC or UM-College Park etc)
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Nov 6, 2011 07:17
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Nillerz posted:Are they a fake school? Their name sounds fake. They got one @ KAF.
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Nov 6, 2011 09:07
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Nillerz posted:Are they a fake school? Their name sounds fake.
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Nov 6, 2011 12:03
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Smoke Crack posted:They got one @ KAF. And the Deid. Probably everywhere that has an open room.
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Nov 6, 2011 12:42
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gleep glop posted:So basically you're saying I can skip two drills and nothing will happen. But then I don't get the perfect attendance ribbon... Pretty much yeah. I mean, you might get busted down a rank if it's a problem, but for the most part that I've seen, they won't do poo poo.
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Nov 7, 2011 15:59
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Godholio posted:And the Deid. Probably everywhere that has an open room. Confirming they have classes in Djibouti as well.
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Nov 9, 2011 00:38
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Qqw. <--- I don't even know wtf that was. Freedom from operation goldenflow is a glorious thing
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Nov 9, 2011 01:44
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Gordian posted:Wannabe 35P here. I'm taking the DLAB tomorrow, any tips/tricks I should know about? I bought the Delta Gear study guide, so I feel somewhat prepared but at the same time I feel like this test is gonna be the end of me. I think my recruiter said I need to make a 115 on it, but I'm not sure that's right. You need a minimum of 95 for a Cat I language (French, Spanish), and a maximum of 110 for a Cat IV language (Chinese, Pashto). PM me if you fall a little short on the DLAB; I might could get you a waiver, depending on what sort of language knowledge background you have. Edit: Or just let me know what questions you may have about 35P in general. Chances are your recruiter doesn't know much about the MOS. GreenMeat fucked around with this message at 02:51 on Nov 9, 2011 |
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Nov 9, 2011 02:49
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What MOS offers the most civilian employment opportunity? Also, not a lovely job, like a get a shitfuckton of money civilian job.
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Nov 12, 2011 21:24
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Nillerz posted:What MOS offers the most civilian employment opportunity? Also, not a lovely job, like a get a shitfuckton of money civilian job. Military Intelligence jobs and jobs which involve telecommunications and a security clearance (the higher the better) transfer very well to the outside world. In fact it's quite common to separate or retire from the military in one of those jobs and walk right back into the same building as a civilian making 2-3 times as much with a lot less hassle.
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Nov 12, 2011 22:48
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Arishtat posted:Military Intelligence jobs and jobs which involve telecommunications and a security clearance (the higher the better) transfer very well to the outside world. In fact it's quite common to separate or retire from the military in one of those jobs and walk right back into the same building as a civilian making 2-3 times as much with a lot less hassle. Would 25U be an MOS worth re-classing to? It's the top of my list available to me out of 13(A,D,F,Z), 31B, 91B, and 25C.
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Nov 14, 2011 19:21
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Crazy Mike posted:Would 25U be an MOS worth re-classing to? It's the top of my list available to me out of 13(A,D,F,Z), 31B, 91B, and 25C. Isn't 13Z a field artillery SNCO? I can tell you for a fact 13 anything won't translate to anything.
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Nov 14, 2011 19:57
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gleep glop posted:Isn't 13Z a field artillery SNCO? I can tell you for a fact 13 anything won't translate to anything. You're right about that. I guess that's one definitely off my list.
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Nov 14, 2011 22:57
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Crazy Mike posted:Would 25U be an MOS worth re-classing to? It's the top of my list available to me out of 13(A,D,F,Z), 31B, 91B, and 25C. 13A is FA officer. 25U or 91B are your best bet. (as far as skills that are worth anything outside the army)
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Nov 15, 2011 08:24
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A good friend of mine is currently at OCS for the marines and I want to send him an encouraging letter and maybe a care package. Are there rules about receiving packages at OCS? If it's allowed, what sort of things are good to send? From the sound of things OCS is drat hard, so I'd like to send him something that would help him out if I can. I looked over the care package thread but I'm assuming it would reflect poorly on him to send gigabytes of porn. And it doesn't sound like he'll have any time for things like movies or TV. So I was thinking something like clif bars or other quick snacks (beef jerky?). Are they allowed to eat outside food? Is there anything else that would be useful that one normally wouldn't think of, like extra toothpaste or something? Or I could just send him a letter.
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Nov 17, 2011 16:37
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Looking to get new boots (sage green,) are there any particular kinds that are highly recommended?
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Nov 17, 2011 18:12
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GoGoGadget posted:Looking to get new boots (sage green,) are there any particular kinds that are highly recommended? Nike SFB (http://store.nike.com/us/en_us/?l=shop,pdp,ctr-inline/cid-1/pid-410059). I have them in tan and they're amazing.
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Nov 17, 2011 19:30
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Neurostorm posted:A good friend of mine is currently at OCS for the marines and I want to send him an encouraging letter and maybe a care package. Are there rules about receiving packages at OCS? If it's allowed, what sort of things are good to send? From the sound of things OCS is drat hard, so I'd like to send him something that would help him out if I can. I went almost 5 years ago, but the only thing I ever wanted was letters. Everything else... can just be taken badly depending on how the Sergeant Instructors feel. Maybe include a picture of friends back home or something as well or something from home. But letters at night definitely made my day.
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Nov 18, 2011 01:47
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Does anyone have any experience with the new Battlefield Surveillance Brigades? I'm a 19A and will be heading to 504th's cavalry squadron next year. The internets tells me that they are corps assets and I'll be doing recon which tells me only what I already know. Appreciate any information at all.
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Nov 19, 2011 03:04
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Smoke Crack posted:Nike SFB (http://store.nike.com/us/en_us/?l=shop,pdp,ctr-inline/cid-1/pid-410059). I have them in tan and they're amazing. Seconding this. They're great for garrison games, but for everything else, you're trading lack of support for tennis shoe comfort, also expect the soft sole to wear out quickly(mine look like a bald/corded tire after maybe 2 months of abuse); the sole is just as soft, if not softer than your standard nike free 5.0. McSpatula fucked around with this message at 10:10 on Nov 19, 2011 |
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Nov 19, 2011 10:08
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Do certain females not realize they have mustaches? Is it that they just don't care? Maybe it's a feminism thing. I don't get it. I can see it from across your desk. It's not a very subtle feature. I'm a guy and I maintain my body hair better than you. How do you break it to them? If it were a guy I could just say "Hey did you borrow that mustache from a 16 year old boy?". I'm just not comfortable saying that to a lady airman.
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Nov 19, 2011 20:58
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manic mike posted:Do certain females not realize they have mustaches? Is it that they just don't care? Maybe it's a feminism thing. I don't get it. I can see it from across your desk. It's not a very subtle feature. I'm a guy and I maintain my body hair better than you.  As long as you aren't as abrasive as this guy I think you'll do fine.
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Nov 20, 2011 03:09
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Vasudus posted:combatarms.jpeg
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Nov 20, 2011 04:46
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how many years do i need to spend deployed in the army reserves to get 100% of the gi bill? do some non-security clearance required MOS' run into the situation of volunteering to deploy and never getting to because of the chosen MOS?
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Nov 21, 2011 06:14
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Vasudus posted:
Arguably the single best bit of that miniseries...the dude goosestepping in the background gets me every time.
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Nov 21, 2011 06:29
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liquidfire posted:how many years do i need to spend deployed in the army reserves to get 100% of the gi bill? do some non-security clearance required MOS' run into the situation of volunteering to deploy and never getting to because of the chosen MOS? 36 months on active duty. edit: not time for training. So you're looking at 3 full deployments/time on Title 32. Vasudus fucked around with this message at 06:33 on Nov 21, 2011 |
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Nov 21, 2011 06:31
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liquidfire posted:how many years do i need to spend deployed in the army reserves to get 100% of the gi bill? check out the educational benefits thread: http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=3417396
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Nov 21, 2011 06:33
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Vasudus posted:36 months on active duty. Initial training time counts starting at 24months. vains fucked around with this message at 00:30 on Nov 22, 2011 |
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Veins McGee posted:Initial training time counts starting at 24months. Yeah it does, that's what I get for posting late. Still though, unless you have a really extensive AIT you're probably gonna need three deployments to max out.
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