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University of Guam ROTC Cadet Talia Meno (seated at right) with members of the special operations medical unit in the 528th Sustainment Brigade at Fort Bragg, N.C., where she is shadowing an Army second lieutenant. Photos courtesy of University of Guam
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UOG cadets complete ROTC Advanced Camp and internships abroad

The University of Guam Army ROTC cadets have been traveling nationally and internationally this summer participating in various training and internship experiences as part of their leadership development experience while they attend UOG.
Master of Education in Secondary Education Cohort 7: (From left) Aira Millanes, Chellette San Nicolas, Jonnavie Abaya, and Tara Tydingco.
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UOG announces Graduate Awards winners

The Office of Graduate Studies at the University of Guam announces the winners of its 2021 Graduate Awards, an annual competition that recognizes excellence, innovation, and impact within the university’s master’s degree programs.  
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Fun playtime ideas for dads and kids

Playtime is one of the best opportunities for dads, grandfathers and other father figures to serve as role models in a child’s life, and research shows that these experiences have a number of positive health benefits for kids.
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Playtime: it’s not just for kids, say experts

While most of us associate playtime with childhood, adults are increasingly acknowledging the importance of play and leisure time for themselves.
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New ways families with kids can go green

Having kids can mean having a lot of stuff, not all of which is made from eco-friendly materials. However, if you’re like many parents, you want your children to have a clean, healthy planet to live in when they grow up.
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New Sesame Workshop resources help the diverse military family community celebrate their identities and talk openly about race

Created with support from USAA, an original music video, interactive game, printable activities and more will help military and veteran families build racial literacy.
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5 tips to help unplug kids over the summer

Electronics and technology have essentially become an easy button for entertainment and communicating. I know I’m guilty. I could easily spend a day perusing Pinterest Boards and watching the latest cat-dressed-as-a-shark-riding-a-Roomba video on YouTube. I’m slightly ashamed to admit that my husband and I have sat on opposite couches and texted...
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Fun reads to enjoy all summer long

Dr. Seuss once said, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.” If those places include the beach or your patio, check out this fun reading list that will be sure to entertain the whole family! 
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How to keep your kids learning all summer

School is out and you want to find ways to help your children continue to learn. How do you test their knowledge in an exciting way? Don’t worry! There are multiple ways to keep your kids learning all summer long.
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School's out, now what?

The final school bell has rung and the initial joy and excitement has been replaced with the inevitable, “I’m bored.” Here are a few ideas to help keep your kids busy and your sanity in tact without reaching for the electronics:
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7 tips for teens going to college

Being in a new area can be disorienting and intimidating. Take the time to walk around your new campus or area of town, learning different routes to get to classes or exploring for cool hangouts. If you’re afraid of getting lost, always remember that you can ask for directions or use a mobile GPS.
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8 benefits of DODEA schools

For children and adults alike, the prospect of entering a new school can be daunting, let alone when that new school will be based in a foreign country.
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An explanation of education advancement exams

You’ve been tested before and have the determination it takes to study hard and be prepared. Doing so on education advancement exams, which assess your skills, can help you earn your degree faster.
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Retired Marine recalls days of leading Okkodo MCJROTC on Guam

My Name is Larry McNair, Master Sergeant United States Marine Corps Retired. I will be interviewing for a Marine Corps JROTC position.       
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Craft ideas for children

School’s (almost) out and the kids are anxious to get outdoors – rain or shine. Sometimes the timing isn’t right for travel or a vacation.
A Mariana fruit bat, or fanihi, hangs upside down in its cage. Fanihi are important for seed dispersal in the Mariana Islands and were once common in CHamoru cuisine, but in Guam, it is estimated that only 45 to 50 fruit bats remain in the wild. Photos courtesy of the University of Guam
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Study explores loss and potential restoration of CHamoru practices tied to endangered fadang and fanihi

Are the traditional practices tied to endangered species at risk of being lost? The answer is yes, according to the authors of an ethnographic study published in the University of Guam peer-reviewed journal Pacific Asia Inquiry.