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Joint Base Andrews leaders sign Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month proclamation
March 15, 2023 — Joint Base Andrews senior leaders signed a proclamation designating April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month on March 15... MORE

Col. Todd E. Randolph, 316th Wing and installation commander, signs the annual Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month proclamation at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 15, 2023. The signed proclamation formally recognized April as the month to increase awareness and education regarding SAAP for the base's military and civilian members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)

89th Airlift Wing conducts Combat Arms Training, Maintenance
March 13, 2023 — “There are few things that instill a lethal mindset faster than getting behind a weapon system and sending rounds downrange, and we were happy to provide our teammates in the 89th Airlift Wing that opportunity,” said Lt. Col. Nick Mercurio, commander, 316th Security Support Squadron... MORE

We were happy to provide our teammates in the 89th Airlift Wing that opportunity.

Students experience Joint Base Andrews Aerospace Summit
March 10, 2023 — Future engineers, scientists and inventors from local area schools filled the bay area of hangar three on March 9, for the 5th Annual Aerospace Summit. Sponsored by the Patriots Training Technology Center, JBA’s Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math annual event is an opportunity for young students to learn about the many facets of aviation careers and operations while sparking curiosity with aircraft tours and exciting competitions... MORE

A student flies an aircraft simulation during a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 9, 2023. The event was held to garner interest in military STEAM related career fields. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daekwon Stith)

Joint Base Andrews welcomes new honorary commanders
March 3, 2023 — Joint Base Andrews welcomed 16 community and civic leaders into the 2023 Honorary Commanders Program during an induction ceremony at The Club at Andrews, March 2. The JB Andrews Honorary Commander Program has been in existence for almost 20 years to allow communication and partnerships between key leaders of the base and surrounding community... MORE

Civilian leaders recite the Honorary Commander Oath during an induction ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 2, 2023. The program has been in existence for almost 20 years to allow communication and partnerships between key leaders of the base and surrounding community. (Photo courtesy of Patrick Griffith)

Joint Base Andrews hosts Quality of Life Council
March 1, 2023 — Joint Base Andrews hosted multiple organizations and helping agencies from across the installation to speak on the various ways people can get involved and feel connected here—all with a vision to improve the quality of life for the base community, Feb. 27... MORE

Military members and civilians attend the Quality of Life Forum at Joint Base Andrews

Joint Base Andrews, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling rideshare program goes live
February 28, 2023 — Joint Base Andrews and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., paired together to kick off a new program allowing the rideshare company Uber to transport passengers with installation access to and from the bases starting March 1. ... MORE

Joint Base Andrews and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling launched a new rideshare program on March 1, 2023. The project was an effort to make traveling easier for the people who live, work or transit through the installations. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Spencer Slocum)

316th Medical Group prepares for MHS Genesis
February 22, 2023 — On March 25, 2023, the National Capital Region Military Health System will transition to MHS GENESIS, a new electronic health record and patient portal. The 316th Medical Group at JBA and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., will be impacted by this major transition... MORE

Military and civilians sit at a table with laptops during a meeting.

316th Wing hosts annual awards ceremony
February 17, 2023 — The 316th Wing hosted its 2022 annual awards ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 16, 2023... MORE

Members of the 316th Wing gather at the 2022 Annual Awards Ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 16, 2023. The wing incorporated a gameshow into the annual awards ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Matthew-John Braman)

Joint Base Andrews Pre-Raven Course prepares candidates for mental, physical challenges
February 3, 2023 — Security Forces is the largest career field in the Air Force, with thousands of Airmen protecting military bases around the world. Among the masses are small groups of defenders that carry a special title, an achievement that requires hours of intense training, immense physical strength and mental fortitude. These Airmen are known as Phoenix Ravens. ... MORE

Military members in physical training uniforms perform exercises.

Joint Base Andrews celebrates Biomedical Sciences Corps Appreciation Week
January 30, 2023 — The U.S. Air Force has designated January 23-27, as Biomedical Sciences Corps Appreciation Week... MORE

Blood vials line containers prior to testing at the Malcolm Grow Medical Center laboratory at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 25, 2023.

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jovan Berry, poses for a portrait.

How a Lifetime of Training Saved a Life

“You better not die; the kids would be so mad.” It’s a surreal scene. The smell of a small, old bathroom, the endless noise of security forces over the radio. A man, blue in the face, face down on the floor in a dire medical situation. And a...

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Lessons in leadership for new supervisors

I had the honor of serving as class mentor for Airman Leadership School Class 25-Foxtrot, and I was guest speaker at their graduation on Aug. 28, 2025. Watching these dedicated Airmen complete their first level of professional military education was...