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4 ways to elevate your resume

These tips are mostly targeted for non-government jobs. Please consult with your local Human Resources office for tips regarding government resumes.
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Applying for college is like applying for a job

Only about 20% of high school students have a job, while a whopping 69.7% of students enroll in college upon graduation. For the 20% of high school students who have already entered the workforce, applying for college may seem eerily familiar to you because you’ve applied for jobs before.
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How to find employment as a substitute teacher

Military life is such a transient one. We move every three to five years, which sometimes leaves spouses looking for a new job just as often.
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Exploring a new career? Start here

It’s time to explore a new career, but what do you do first? Matching your interests, skills and goals while pursuing an occupation compatible with your mobile military life is easier than you think.
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How to transfer your military skills to the corporate world

A military background brings with it an ability to collaborate, problem-solve and thrive under pressure, making veterans well-positioned to take on leadership roles in the corporate world.
Capt. Kathy La Sauce is shown in her Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 77-08 graduation photo. In October 2020, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force debuted an exhibit dedicated to the 10 women of UPT Class 77-08, the UPT class that included women. (Courtesy photo by Kathy La Sauce)
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First-class aviator reflects on her storied career

Kathy La Sauce didn’t blaze trails during her 20-year Air Force career. She scorched them.
Naval Academy cadets toss their hats in celebration during a graduation ceremony. U.S. NAVY
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New education strategy pushes Naval officers to pursue advanced degrees for career success

The Navy has a new strategy for officers that will make education more accessible and more critical to their success, a change from the sea service’s historical emphasis on operational experience.
Members of the U.S. military community on Okinawa participated in the Hiring Our Heroes Career Summit at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 25, 2020. The summit was held to help service members and their families transition out of the U.S. armed forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachary Larsen)
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Career Summit connects U.S. military community with opportunities after service

Members of the U.S. military community on Okinawa participated in a Career Summit hosted by Hiring Our Heroes Feb. 25.
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DODEA Pacific ready for another great year!

More than 22,000 students are beginning the 2019-2020 School Year in Department of the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) schools in the Pacific Region.
Petty Officer 3rd Class Logan Talbott gets exercise and fresh air when taking dog Odin on long walks. Here, they're at Oceanside Pier in California. (Courtesy photo)
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A healthy lifestyle is integral to achieving my career goals

Vaccinations, physical fitness tests, weight and body fat measurements – with everything the military mandates for service members to help ensure force readiness, it's easy to forget that these health and wellness requirements also benefit service members as individuals.
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VIDEO| Japan Kitchen: Simple recipe for Japanese fried squash

Kabocha korokke, is a common and very popular bento meal item. You’ll find this in many schoolchildren’s lunch boxes when autumn arrives as it’s a great way for moms to get their kids to eat more veggies.
Photo courtesy of Jakkepoes
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Delicious pancakes at Jakkepoes on Okinawa

What’s not to love about a pancake house that flips your pancakes to order and is located by a quiet beach. So next time you’re out on a weekend drive, steer your way toward Jakkepoes in Yomitan.
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Enjoy the taste of Mexico at Okinawa’s Rollup Burritos

Burritos are not common in Japan. To top that, putting one together can prove a challenge. 
Enjoy tea the traditional way (Photo: Okinawa Convention and Visitors Bureau / JT)
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Okinawa tea tasting: The making of bukubuku tea

A gentle breeze sways the cotton Noren curtain of this café, telling visitors that it is open. A pink Frangipani and the blue skies bring a smile.
Photos courtesy of Live Japan
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Best Japanese summer street foods you may like to try

It’s the height of summer! With so many fireworks events and festivals lined up, one thing you definitely can’t miss out on is street food gourmet!
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My Faves: Frozen foods at Japanese grocery stores

Last year was an important year for the frozen food industry in Japan. The year marked the 100th anniversary of the first time Hokkaido fish was commercially frozen, according to the Japan Frozen Food Association.