62nd year, No. 8
Serving the NATO, Naples and Gaeta Military Community in Italy
Friday, March 3, 2017
Navy Educational Opportunities Abound for Area Sailors By MC1 Daniel Barker
You don’t have to put college on hold while you pursue a career in the Navy. In fact, much of your onthe-job training and experience can translate directly to college credit. It’s like getting paid to work toward your degree even while you serve your country. As one of the most technologically advanced forces in the world, the U.S. Navy considers education one of the highest priorities for its Sailors. That’s why the Navy has programs that can pay most, if not all, of the cost of earning all types of degrees. Regardless of your current position in the Navy, there’s always room to add more education experiences to your résumé. NSA Naples Command Master Chief Ashley Drake was able to complete his bachelor’s degree even while dealing with the demands of his professional and personal life. It took 22 years but he was able to Command Master Chief Ashley Drake presents his recently acquired bachelor’s degree during an awards at quarters event at NSA Naples successfully obtain his degree. NAVY COLLEGE
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Capodichino base theater March 1. CMC Drake encouraged everyone in attendance to work on their own personal and educational goals. Photo by MC1 Daniel Barker
Festa Della Donna Kicks Off March Events on the Boot By Lou Freed
March 8 marks International Women’s Day to celebrate women’s global economic, political, educational and social achievements. The day will also recall the sad fate of 100-plus women shirt makers who perished in the late 1800s at a New York factory fire, where poor employment conditions prevailed. In honor of the said women, in 1946 the Union of Italian Women chose the bright and fragile mimosa blooms to forever symbolize what is now known as “Festa della Donna.” A popular event, the special day has spawned the Ital-
ian tradition of men gifting bouquets or sprigs of the flower to their mothers, wives and colleagues. Local celebrations include “girls’ night out” shows at restaurants and bars. Check out the programs below as they relate to the occasion.
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City of Naples’ “Marzo Donna 2017” At press time, plans were in the works for this year’s theme, “Women – A Network of Opportunities” to run Women’s Day March 1-31 with art, music, live shows Initiatives besides conventions. Learn more at Italy offers women free http://www.comune.napoli.it/ state museum entry March 8 San Carlo Theater programs As a tribute to women, the renowned women-themed spectacles Ministry of Cultural HerTwo love tales, one tragic and the itage, Activities and Tourism other joyous, highlight the San Carlo offers to women gratis visits calendar this month. For bookings, at public museums, monuments visit http://www.teatrosancarlo.it or and archaeological sites on their call 081-797-2331/2417. special day. For details, visit MARCH EVENTS Page 7 http://www.beniculturali.it/mibac/ex-
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Vice Adm. Jan Tighe
Navy Celebrates 2017 Women’s History Month From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
The Navy joins the nation in celebrating Women’s History Month throughout the month of March. ALNAV 006/17 encourages participation in all the heritage celebrations and special observances throughout the year. This year, Navy commands are encouraged to celebrate and reflect on the theme “Honoring Trailblazing Women in Labor and Business.” Women have served in the Navy as nurses dating back to the 1800s, most notably during the Civil War when the Sisters of the Holy Cross served aboard USS Red Rover, the Navy’s first hospital ship. In 1948, women gained permanent status in the Navy with the passage of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act. “One hundred years ago this month, in March of 1917, YNC Loretta Perfectus Walsh became the first female chief petty officer in the United States Navy, setting the course for trailblazing women serving as leaders in the U.S. Navy,” Vice Adm. Jan Tighe, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Information Warfare, Director of WOMEN IN NAVY
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