108th Air Refueling Wing Commentaries

September is Suicide Prevention Month

Jill Barrett, Director of Psychological Health — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 15:08:20 GMT

The Air Force and the 108th Wing are committed to preventing suicide among service members, their

Develop Airmen for the future

Chief Master Sgt. Michael Rakauckas, 108th Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant — Thu, 25 Apr 2019 12:59:43 GMT

Jersey Tigers! I have now served as your command chief for more than a year, and I am so honored

Beyond Hangovers: Alcohol and Your Health

Jill Barrett, Director of Psychological Health — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT

A couple of beers is often the choice for a group of colleagues looking to relax after a hard day’s

Social Media and Electronic Communication

1st Lt. Rocco J. Carbone, III, Deputy Staff Judge Advocate — Thu, 31 May 2018 12:49:00 GMT

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Dec Commanders Column: Mental Health

Maj Anna Barrows, chief nurse — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 16:19:00 GMT

Now's the time to talk about the elephant in the roomIt's time to talk about mental healthAnd so is

November Commanders Column

Maj Dennis Phile, Commander 108th MXS — Sun, 05 Nov 2017 20:06:59 GMT

With constant rising tensions around the world, our military’s state of readiness is on the minds of

108th Commanders Column Oct 2017

Lt. Col. William Leiss, Commander 141 Air Refueling Squadron — Sat, 14 Oct 2017 19:54:00 GMT

October 2017 Commanders Column, Lt. Col. William Leiss, 141st Air Refueling Squadron commander speaks about the squadrons centennial.

An Attendee’s Perspective on the Enlisted Leadership Symposium

Master Sgt. Brian Hammell, Symposium Attendee — Tue, 03 Oct 2017 13:31:00 GMT

Attendee Master Sgt. Brian Hammell's perspective and lessons learned from the Enlisted Leadership Symposium.

Historical Shadows: The quiet dedication of the aircraft mechanic

Senior Master Sgt. Edward Heacook — Thu, 28 Sep 2017 13:04:31 GMT

From the birth of military aviation to the jet age, renowned pilots such as Eddie Rickenbacher,

Commanders Column Sept 2017

Capt. Alvin Mallatte — Thu, 21 Sep 2017 21:33:35 GMT

Capt. Alvin Mallette speaks on deployment readiness.

Making Risk Decisions – “Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should”

Lt. Col. Christian Lawlor and AFSEC RM Fundamental Training — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 19:51:16 GMT

One of the key principles of risk management is making risk decisions at the appropriate level. So, what does that mean to you as a 108th Wing member?

Commander's Column July 2017

Colonel Andrew P. Keane — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 21:46:00 GMT

Colonel Andrew P. Keane 108th Wing commander writes this edition of wing tips Commander's Column, a monthly commentary by a different 108th commander.

108th Welcomes New Human Resource Advisor

Master Sgt. Marcie Montalvo — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 15:31:20 GMT

I would like to take a few minutes and introduce myself to those of you may not know me, and who may

The Cornerstore of our Military

Brig. Gen. Kevin Keehn — Sun, 14 Aug 2016 15:26:00 GMT

As members of the New Jersey Air National Guard we are subject to many different and increased

Fitness/Activity Trackers are Not Authorized to be Worn in Classified Areas

Maj. Jason Neumann, OPSEC Program Manager — Sun, 12 Jun 2016 17:39:35 GMT

Many of you may have seen the memo from the Air Force Enterprise Authorizing Official authorizing

The National Guard Members’ Journey: Expanding Capacity and Maintaining Balance

Jill Barrett, Director of Psychological Health — Sun, 12 Jun 2016 17:34:42 GMT

The life of a military member is a never ending challenge of balancing responsibilities,

Narcotics Disposal: Protect Yourself and Your Family

Lt. Col. Patricia Wesch — Sun, 12 Jun 2016 17:30:38 GMT

Do you know it's illegal to take prescription medications that were not prescribed for you? That's

Thank you for a job well done!

Col. Andrew P. Keane, commander — Sat, 21 May 2016 18:14:29 GMT

I wanted to start May's drill weekend with a few thoughts and a lot of "thank you" for an

The inside story of rightful recognition

Master Sgt. Carl Clegg — Sat, 21 May 2016 17:33:02 GMT

It was deeply gratifying for me to watch as the first 80 of what will end up being around 2,300 of

Airmanship: A Mindset to Live By

State Command Chief Master Sgt. Janeen Fillari — Sat, 21 May 2016 17:12:12 GMT

Well it's been a few months and the dust has finally settled with the appointment of a new State