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Opinion: Canada’s competitiveness should start in the classroom Original
Skip to Content Maybe entrepreneurship can't be taught but students can be made aware at a young age that a life of innovation and problem-solving is possible When, starting in elementary school, young people are given the opportunity to build real ventures, they begin to see themselves as entrepreneurs, writes Bill Roche.
Part 2: Let’s unite and solve local problems
Editor’s note: This is part two of a two-part series. The thoughts and opinions expressed in this column are not necessarily those of The Corry Journal or its staff. Corry industries have closed leaving many Corry residents stuck in low-paying jobs but at Corry Hi-Ed, we learn that our residents are able and willing to learn. Some of our residents can’t afford educational opportunities and need financial assistance and child care so they can attend classes.
Part 1: Let’s understand our challenges
Editor’s note: This is part one of a two-part series. The thoughts and opinions expressed in this column are not necessarily those of The Corry Journal or its staff. How did America get so messed up? Political parties yell at each other instead of making things better. How did this happen, and what should we do next? The book “Stuck” by Yoni Appelbaum explains why many Americans feel left out.
Two sides to every story: vote yes for kids
I am a retired school teacher who taught in the Whitefish school system for 25 years. I have three children who went through the Whitefish school system and had terrific experiences. Many of us are very proud of the coaches, teachers, administrators, and school board members for the top-notch job they do in leading our schools. It's hurtful when they're attacked. These are all very dedicated people.
The Roche Review
It occurred to me a while ago that we make better decisions when we are well informed. I write book reviews for this reason. The purpose is to inform, enlighten and broaden our worldview. This review covers the book, “Prequel, An American Fight against Fascism,” by Rachel Maddow published by Penguin Random House. This book spans three hundred twenty-six pages, including an extensive index and notes.
The Roche Review
It occurred to me a while ago that we make better decisions when we are well informed. I write book reviews for this reason. The purpose is to inform, enlighten and broaden our worldview. “Doppelganger” by Naomi Klein, published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux covers many topics. The identity of Naomi Klein and another writer, Naomi Wolf were confused by readers.
On Nassir Ghaemi's 'A First-Rate Madness'
Have you ever wondered: Which famous leaders lived with mental illness and which were mentally normal? Why some people with serious mental illnesses are successful but mentally normal individuals fail? How appropriate use of medication helps mentally ill individuals make good decisions, but misuse of these same medications causes users to make bad decisions? Why Normal leaders perform well in stable situations but make bad decisions in a crisis?
Latest Hack the Army bug bounty wraps up, increasing network security
Army networks are more secure now, thanks to Hack the Army 3.0, the third iteration of the Army bug bounty program led by U.S. Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) in partnership with HackerOne and the Defense Digital Service (DDS).
Cybersecurity Fact Sheet: QR Codes
THE FACTS: QUICK RESPONSE (QR) CODES What are QR codes? Originally developed in the mid-1990s for manufacturing and inventory control, QR codes most often appear as a small graphic that looks like randomly placed small black squares arranged in a borderless square (similar to the white square in the graphic at right). But QR codes can be customized with different colors and different backgrounds.
Cybersecurity Fact Sheet: Ransomware
By Bill RocheFebruary 17, 2021 THE FACTS: RANSOMWAREWhat is ransomware?Ransomware is a type of malicious software, or malware, designed to deny a user access to a computer system or computer files until a ransom, typically cryptocurrency, has been paid. Ransomware uses encryption to hold the data hostage and requires a decryption key before a user is granted access.Today ransomware is one of many methods used by cybercriminals to gain data from users for financial gain.
Cybersecurity fact sheets
By Bill RocheJanuary 27, 2021 The U.S. Army Cyber Command website offers more than two dozen fact sheets to help users to prepare and protect themselves online.Topics include information on how to configure networks, devices and social accounts for security; cyber threats such as phishing, identity theft and malware; and best practices for teleworking, password use, and more.To check out ARCYBER's fact sheets, go to https://www.arcyber.army.mil/Info/Fact-Sheets-------------------ARMY...
CYBERSECURITY TIP SHEET: Teleworking
By Bill RocheDecember 17, 2020 THE FACTS: TIPS FOR SECURE TELEWORKINGAs more and more Army employees are teleworking nowadays, away from traditional government places of duty, good all-around network security and telework practices become even more vital.Here are some good guidelines and tips:-- Always use your organization's approved communication and collaboration methods for official business-- Always use organization-approved file sharing services and capabilities to share files--...
Army Cyber Command celebrates decade of service
By Bill RocheOctober 1, 2020 U.S. Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) marked its 10th anniversary on Oct.
Headquarters dedication heralds arrival of Army Cyber operations at Fort Gordon
Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) dedicated its new headquarters in a ceremony at Fort Gordon, Ga., Sept. 3, 2020.ARCYBER commander Lt. Gen. Stephen G. Fogarty hosted the ceremony with Under Secretary of the Army Hon. James E. McPherson; Gen. Paul Nakasone, commander of U.S. Cyber Command, director of the National Security Agency and chief of the Central Security Service; and ARCYBER deputy to the commanding general Ron Pontius.
Army Cyber Command headquarters cases colors as it departs National Capital Region
U.S. Army Cyber Command cased its colors in a brief ceremony at Fort Belvoir, Va., July 1, 2020, marking the departure of the ARCYBER headquarters from the National Capital Region and the move to its new home at Fort Gordon, Ga.From its founding nearly 10 years ago, ARCYBER organizations have occupied several facilities at Fort Belvoir, Fort Meade, Md., and other locations in the NCR.
Criminal Investigation Command competitors Army Cyber Command's top NCO, Soldier for 2019
By Bill RocheJuly 29, 2019 At the end of a grueling five days of physical and mental challenges, a pair of Soldiers representing the Army's Criminal Investigation Command came out on top in the U.S. Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) 2019 Best Warrior Competition.Sgt. Xiaohui Zhang earned the title of Best Warrior NCO of the Year and Pfc. Roberto Sanchez was named Best Warrior Soldier of the Year.
Cyber Blitz, Orient Shield build future capabilities, multi-domain operations, partnership
1 / 2 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Japan commander Maj. Gen. Viet Luong (right) discusses multi-domain operations (MDO) with Lt. Gen. Bruce Crawford, Army Chief Information Officer/G-6 (second from right) and Lt. Gen. Stephen Fogarty, commander of U.S. Army Cyber Command (fourth from right), at Segami Depot, Japan, Sept. 19, 2019.
Army's Cyber branch marks its fifth anniversary
1 / 1 Show Caption + Hide Caption – The insignia of the Army's Cyber branch centers on a dagger that signifies readiness to prevent global cyber incidents, over two crossed lightning bolts that symbolize the origins of the branch in the intelligence, security and communications disciplines. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL September 1, 2019 marks the fifth anniversary of the Cyber branch, the U.S. Army's youngest career branch.
Summit helps chart way ahead for maneuver in Information Environment
1 / 4 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Lt. Gen. Stephen Fogarty, commander of U.S. Army Cyber Command discusses the development of Army capabilities for maneuver in the Information Environment with senior leaders from across the Total Army and joint and partner organizations during the three-day Total Army Senior Leader Information Warfare Summit hosted by ARCYBER at Fort Belvoir, Va., July 11, 2019.
Army leaders discuss information warfare, modernization at Huntsville summit
1 / 1 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Lt. Gen. Stephen G. Fogarty, commander of Army Cyber Command; Brig. Gen. Jennifer G. Buckner, director of Cyber, Electronic Warfare, and Information Operations, Headquarters Department of the Army (G-3/5/7); and Col. Nichoel Brooks, Army Futures Command director of Intelligence, spoke about the integration of information warfare functions and Army modernization at the National Cyber Summit in Huntsville, Ala., June 4-5, 2019.
Army Cyber Command chef whips up gold in annual joint culinary competition
1 / 2 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Sgt. 1st Class Gabriel Aquilano of U.S. Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) prepares rabbit during the 2019 Joint Culinary Training Exercise at Fort Lee, Va., March 14, 2019. Aquilano, who serves as enlisted aide for ARCYBER commander Lt. Gen. Stephen Fogarty, earned a gold medal in the Hot Food Challenge portion of Enlisted Aide of the Year competition at this year's JCTE.
South African native finds duty, honor -- and challenge -- in serving in cyber for adopted country
FORT GORDON, Ga. -- When you talk with Pfc. Lauren Shelsby, you notice two things right away: her South African accent and the intensity she radiates. Shelsby is finishing up Cyber Operations Specialist training here and awaiting completion of her security clearance. She's ready to get to work as an Army cyber warrior after nearly a year and a half of schooling at the U.S. Army Cyber School here and the Navy-led Joint Cyber Analysis Course in Pensacola, Florida.
Army cyber officers compete for Best Ranger
FORT BENNING, Ga. -- For the first time, a pair of cyber officers is taking on one of the Army's most grueling 72 hours -- the Best Ranger Competition. Capt. Dennis Caserza of the Army Cyber Protection Brigade and Capt. Tim Graziano of the Cyber Training Battalion are company commanders based at the Army Cyber Center of Excellence at Fort Gordon, Ga. They're also Army Rangers who teamed up for this year's challenge. The captains earned their Ranger tabs during their days as infantry officers.
Plan-X harnesses collaboration, innovation to build mission command system for cyberspace
A mix of extensive research and development and innovative hands-on testing and acquisition processes are set to deliver technology to the Army later this year that streamlines mission command for cyberspace operations. The system, called Plan-X, helps move the cyber domain further away from the exclusive realm of network operators.
Army cyber forces take part in second Fort Polk training rotation for tactical pilot
WASHINGTON (Oct. 26, 2015) -- Army cyber forces will continue the integration of cyber effects into the Army's tactical units with their participation in an upcoming training rotation for the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division at the Joint Readiness Training Center, or JRTC, on Fort Polk, Louisiana. The rotation represents another step forward in a pilot program developed by U.S. Army Cyber Command in response to a call by now-retired Army Chief of Staff Gen.
Summit brings leaders together to build ready Total Army cyber forces
FORT BELVOIR, Va. -- Senior leaders from across the active Army, the Army National Guard and the U.S. Army Reserve came together here Feb. 22-23 to advance and synchronize the Total Army's cyber forces and chart a shared vision and goals for the future. The Army is currently building 62 cyber mission force teams across the Total Army, trained to a joint standard, while simultaneously conducting select critical missions in support of Joint, Combatant Command, U.S. Cyber Command, and the Army.
Deadlines approaching for officers, warrants, to apply for transfer to cyber branch
WASHINGTON (Army Cyber Command, Feb. 18, 2016) -- Deadlines are approaching for active Army commissioned and warrant officers interested in joining the Army Cyber Branch under two Voluntary Transfer Incentive Program efforts. Interested active-duty warrant officers in the grades of warrant officer 1 through chief warrant officer 4 are eligible to request transfer to become 170A Cyber Operations Technicians.
More ‘Beautiful Freak’ Than ‘Poster Child’: Ireland’s Dramatic Rebound
Ireland’s dramatic recovery from its severe and prolonged economic crisis has led to the country being regarded as a ‘poster child’ for economic regeneration from fiscal austerity. The Irish case has been widely hailed by the Troika institutions as evidence that where a country stuck closely to prescribed austerity measures, the fiscal disciplines and structural changes involved could provide the platform for stability and a return to growth and prosperity.
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