200th Public Affairs Detachment

08/11/2016

Hey PA Pros, military technician vacancy announced!

08/03/2016

All forms of communication can be game changers and need to be utilized properly in order to be effective.
"Communicating effectively during an emergency is one of the most important elements of a disaster response. The South Carolina National Guard public affairs office exercised crisis communications from the onset of the flood response to the last day S.C. National Guard resources were needed, over 30 days later, working with media representatives and posting images and information on a variety of social media platforms. "

In late September 2015, Hurricane Joaquin was churning in the Atlantic, far off the coast of South Carolina. On September 30th, while this hurricane was still in the Bahamas, weather forecasters in the Carolinas were meeting to discuss a weather system that was projected to drop unprecedented amoun...

07/25/2016

Hey Public Affairs Professionals! Check out this incredible opportunity! Have some images to submit? Follow the link to the NatGeo site.

Want to be a part of this story? Check out the assignment and contribute your best photos. Our editors will pick the best submissions and publish a complete story.

07/20/2016

Sign up by FRIDAY!! Forms available at FMO or the link https://goo.gl/MbYyWo

The New Mexico National Guard will hold the 2nd Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta on July 29. Registration ends July 22. The annual event is held to promote recy...

06/29/2016

We must tell our story....the individual servicemember's story.
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“What we need to focus on is the sense of soldiers and service. While other services’ hardware may be more photogenic, the American G.I. is “iconic,” said the incoming AUSA president, Gen. (ret.) Carter Ham. “I think when people talk about, someone engaging in selfless service on behalf of the nation, I think that resonates more than stuff, if you will, particular platforms or equipment.”
http://breakingdefense.com/2016/06/army-must-tell-story-better-to-get-new-secretary-fanning/

ARLINGTON: The Army has to tell its story better to get the money it needs, the new Army Secretary said this morning, making messaging one of his main missions. “What I would have to do first of all is… tell the Army story,” Eric Fanning said, “and the reason to do that is to make sure that the Army...

06/07/2016

The SGM of Army PA, Sgt. Maj. Jose Velazquez, spent time in the AFN Korea (The Official Page) studios. He talked about his love of the U.S. Army and encouraged Soldiers in their reenlistment window to consider telling the Army story as members of the Army Public Affairs team.

Are you considering leaving the service...but perhaps just want to try a new job? Public Affairs may be for you! Leave a comment below to ask about this career field.

04/22/2016

The showcase of the 2015 Visual Information Award Program from Defense Information School
Some incredible imagery in this collection.

Military Photographer, Graphic Artist and Videographer Winners

04/04/2016

A bit of font humour for your Monday morning.

03/22/2016

For the first time in 40 years, the U.S. Army is making changes to a century-old piece of hardware, dog tags, the identification implements that hang around each soldier's neck.

03/13/2016

Sgt. Alfredo Urquijo
Unit: 720th Transportation Company

What did you do to prepare for the Best Warrior Competition?
PT. A little bit of studying. I had to get my ASU’s completely put together too.

How do think you performed during the competition?
I think I performed well on the field exercise, the admin stuff I need to study.

Do you have any hobbies?
I like going to the shooting range and firing weapons. I also like to spend time with my son.

What would you recommend for future competitors?
Start preparing early.

03/12/2016

Spc. Jade Nahhas
Unit: 44th Army Band

What did you do to prepare for the Best Warrior Competition?
Just PT, 3-4 days a week, running, push-ups, sit-ups. For the ruck march, I did a couple road marches around Johnson Gym. I wish I would’ve changed up the terrain for the ruck.

How do think you performed during the competition?
I could’ve done better.

Do you have any hobbies?
I love going to the movies, concerts, dining out, and reading.

What would you recommend for future competitors?
Study your current events and field manuals.

03/11/2016

Sgt. 1st Class Dana Deschiney
Unit: N.M. Medical Detachment

What did you do to prepare for the Best Warrior Competition?
I did a road march to get my pace count, but it didn’t really matter since we marched in sand. I studied the heck out of the Army field guide.

How do think you performed during the competition?
I think I did ok. There were areas where I was good at and areas where I wasn’t so good.

Do you have any hobbies?
I like to make art. I also like to go fishing and camping.

What would you recommend for future competitors?
There’s no way to fully prepare for what we did that weekend. You need to be proficient with your weapons and Soldier skills before you come in.