Women In Military Service For America Memorial

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Summer Hours In Effect at Women's Memorial
As a reminder, the summer schedule is now in effect at the Memorial. Until Sept. 30, the Memorial will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

15th Anniversary Celebration
2012 is an important milestone year for the Women’s Memorial—the 15th anniversary of the Memorial’s dedication. Our hope is to have a special anniversary celebration to commemorate our 15th year of telling the story of women’s service at the Memorial. For now, we are looking at October 19 and 20 for this special event. While planning is in the preliminary stages, it would be helpful to know how many would be interested in attending. If you think you might join us for such a celebration, please let us know by e-mailing 15thAnnv@womensmemorial.org. The e-mail should include your name and the following: I hope to attend the Oct. 19-20 15th Anniversary Celebration. More details about the 15th anniversary celebration will be available as plans develop.

Korean War Commemoration
On June 25th, the Korean War Commemoration Committee will launch “The Year of the Korean War Veteran”.
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Veterans Retraining Assistance Program
One of the Veterans Opportunity to Work to Hire Heroes Act of 2011's programs, the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program, provides training to veterans unable to find work.
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Women's Memorial Annual Memorial Day Ceremony, May 28
Mark your calendars and plan to join us for the Women's Memorial annual Memorial Day ceremony on May 28, 2012, at 4:00 p.m.
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DOD Opens More Assignments to Women
The Department of Defense is opening 14,325 additional positions to women beginning May 14, 2012.
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Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship
Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship is a program for women veterans who have a desire to launch and/or grow a business.
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More and More Stores and Services Added to Military Discounts List
More than 200 stores and services across the nation express their gratitude to those serving in our nation’s defense by offering military discounts.
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AcademyWomen Looking for Washington State Women Veteran iMentors
AcademyWomen asks you to consider becoming an online mentor to a woman veteran seeking employment.
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Authors, Journalists, Scholars & Researchers

From time to time, the Foundation is asked to help writers, scholars and researchers identify military women, past and present, who are willing to participate in surveys, studies and interviews for books, research papers or projects relating to women’s military service.
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On Exhibit

The Greatest Generation: A Visual Tribute
The Greatest Generation: A Visual Tribute is a collection of 50 plus portraits of the men and women of World War II.
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A New Generation of Warriors
A special exhibit honoring the servicewomen of Enduring and Iraqi Freedom. The exhibit speaks to the wartime experiences of these women through the memorabilia of 101st Airborne Division soldier CPL Jessica Ellis, who was killed in action on Mother's Day, May 11, 2008, in Baghdad, Iraq.
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Fallen Military Women Quilt Exhibit Extended
The Fallen Military Women Quilt exhibit, a tribute to the servicewomen who have lost their lives in Operation Iraqi and Enduring Freedom, has been extended indefinitely. The quilt contains the names of 113 of the servicewomen who have died in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
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Preview Our Permanent and Special Exhibits
View a list of current exhibits at the Women's Memorial and their descriptions in the Exhibit section of the Women's Memorial Web site.
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Online Exhibit: Oral History Highlight—'To Wear WASP Wings'
In this Oral History Highlight, learn about Lorraine Rodgers who was one of the 1,074 Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) who helped change women’s military history.
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In-Memoriam Honor Roll

The Women’s Memorial Foundation presents a special In-Memoriam Honor Roll in tribute to the service and sacrifice of the women who have died in defense of our nation since the Global War on Terror began.
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For Your Information

Update Your Information
Let us know if you've moved or changed your military status, telephone number or e-mail address. Keeping your contact information up to date is important to all of us.
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Volunteers Needed
Your Memorial needs you! Check out volunteer opportunities at the Women's Memorial.
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Employment Opportunities

Check out current job openings at the Women's Memorial and the Memorial Foundation.
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Helpful Links

View links to veterans organizations and other resources.
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News You Can Use Click on any of the links below for the full text of the story. Also read about Upcoming Events. Summer Hours In Effect at Women's Memorial As a reminder, the summer schedule is now in effect at the Memorial. Until Sept. 30, the Memorial will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. 15th Anniversary Celebration 2012 is an important milestone year for the Women’s Memorial—the 15th anniversary of the Memorial’s dedication. Our hope is to have a special anniversary celebration to commemorate our 15th year of telling the story of women’s service at the Memorial. For now, we are looking at October 19 and 20 for this special event. While planning is in the preliminary stages, it would be helpful to know how many would be interested in attending. If you think you might join us for such a celebration, please let us know by e-mailing 15thAnnv@womensmemorial.org. The e-mail should include your name and the following: I hope to attend the Oct. 19-20 15th Anniversary Celebration. More details about the 15th anniversary celebration will be available as plans develop. Korean War Commemoration On June 25th, the Korean War Commemoration Committee will launch “The Year of the Korean War Veteran”. Full Story Veterans Retraining Assistance Program One of the Veterans Opportunity to Work to Hire Heroes Act of 2011's programs, the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program, provides training to veterans unable to find work. Full Story
	Feature Story
To find previous News You Can Use features, visit the Feature Story Archive.
	News Briefs
Women's Memorial Annual Memorial Day Ceremony, May 28 Mark your calendars and plan to join us for the Women's Memorial annual Memorial Day ceremony on May 28, 2012, at 4:00 p.m. Full Story DOD Opens More Assignments to Women The Department of Defense is opening 14,325 additional positions to women beginning May 14, 2012. Full Story Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship is a program for women veterans who have a desire to launch and/or grow a business. Full Story More and More Stores and Services Added to Military Discounts List More than 200 stores and services across the nation express their gratitude to those serving in our nation’s defense by offering military discounts. Full Story AcademyWomen Looking for Washington State Women Veteran iMentors AcademyWomen asks you to consider becoming an online mentor to a woman veteran seeking employment. Full Story
	Authors, Journalists, Scholars & Researchers
From time to time, the Foundation is asked to help writers, scholars and researchers identify military women, past and present, who are willing to participate in surveys, studies and interviews for books, research papers or projects relating to women’s military service. Full Listing
	On Exhibit
The Greatest Generation: A Visual Tribute The Greatest Generation: A Visual Tribute is a collection of 50 plus portraits of the men and women of World War II. Full Story A New Generation of Warriors A special exhibit honoring the servicewomen of Enduring and Iraqi Freedom. The exhibit speaks to the wartime experiences of these women through the memorabilia of 101st Airborne Division soldier CPL Jessica Ellis, who was killed in action on Mother's Day, May 11, 2008, in Baghdad, Iraq. Full Story Fallen Military Women Quilt Exhibit Extended The Fallen Military Women Quilt exhibit, a tribute to the servicewomen who have lost their lives in Operation Iraqi and Enduring Freedom, has been extended indefinitely. The quilt contains the names of 113 of the servicewomen who have died in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Full Story Preview Our Permanent and Special Exhibits View a list of current exhibits at the Women's Memorial and their descriptions in the Exhibit section of the Women's Memorial Web site. Full Story Online Exhibit: Oral History Highlight—'To Wear WASP Wings' In this Oral History Highlight, learn about Lorraine Rodgers who was one of the 1,074 Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) who helped change women’s military history. Full Story
	In-Memoriam Honor Roll
The Women’s Memorial Foundation presents a special In-Memoriam Honor Roll in tribute to the service and sacrifice of the women who have died in defense of our nation since the Global War on Terror began. Full Story
	For Your Information
Update Your Information Let us know if you've moved or changed your military status, telephone number or e-mail address. Keeping your contact information up to date is important to all of us. Read More Volunteers Needed Your Memorial needs you! Check out volunteer opportunities at the Women's Memorial. Read More
	Employment Opportunities
Check out current job openings at the Women's Memorial and the Memorial Foundation. Full Listing
	Helpful Links
View links to veterans organizations and other resources. Full Listing View News Feature Story Archives