Louisiana
North La. academic institutions collaborate to create new digital fluency program for Airmen
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KSLA) – A new curriculum created through a collaboration between Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC), the Cyber Innovation Center, and Louisiana Tech University will serve as the model for digital fluency across the Air Force and Department of Defense.
And it’s starting with the men and women of Barksdale Air Force Base.
The Digital Education Training for Enhanced Readiness (DETER) will increase digital fluency among Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) Airmen while instilling a culture of data proficiency among action officers (AO).
“Digital fluency is an essential skill for anyone living and working in the modern era especially our military. DETER’s overall goal is to essentially shorten the learning curve for Airmen entering AFGSC so they are fully equipped to start their career path,” Louisiana Tech President Jim Henderson said.
“The DETER Program which is a digital education, training and enhancement readiness. That is going to be a six-tiered education program that we are bringing across the board to our AOs,” Chief of Data Analytic Education Requirements Connie Carr said.
According to Carr, the program and partnership will make the process of educating and advancing the men and women of Barksdale even easier.
“Sometimes we have all this data behind us, and it’s time to bring it to the forefront,” Carr said.
Major Nathan Haluska, the military deputy to the chief scientist, says preserving the legacy of B-52 is key and also creates jobs.
“So if you think about platforms like the B-52, we’ve got almost 60 years of data. By harnessing the power of local academia, local industry, we’re not only able to solve key challenges for the command and national security, but in the process we’re also able to create STEM jobs within northern Louisiana and the greater ArkLaTex,” Haluska explained.
Officials with BPCC say DETER will consist of BPCC instructors leading 4-day bootcamps with small groups of people in order to provide further curriculum and training to grow skills.
The first two boot camps are scheduled to take place in late July.
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When it comes to retiring, the best places to do so often are affordable, have a high quality of life and access to quality healthcare.
If you’re looking for a place to retire, Niche has identified the best places for retirees in Louisiana.
In its list, Niche has taken into account factors like weather, crime rates, housing costs and access to amenities.
The 5 best places to retire in Louisiana according to Niche
These are the top five best places to retire in Louisiana, according to Niche.
1. Oak Hills Place
Oak Hills Place is a suburb of Baton Rouge and is the overall best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, has a population of 9,038 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. The area is highly rated for families, diversity, as well as health and fitness. Here, the median home value is $437,900 and the median rent is $1,422, according to Niche.
2. Westminster
Westminster is another suburb of Baton Rouge and is the second-best place to retire in Louisiana. Located in East Baton Rouge Parish, this suburb has a population of 2,559 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. This area is highly rated for nightlife, diversity, families, health and fitness, as well as commute. The median home value here is $266,100 and the median rent is $1,482, says Niche.
3. River Ridge
River Ridge is a suburb of New Orleans, located in Jefferson Parish, and is the third-best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb has a population of 13,312 and offers residents a dense suburban feel. The area is highly rated for public schools, family, nightlife and diversity. The median home value is $357,400 and the median rent is $1,127, according to Niche.
4. Westlake
Westlake is a town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. With a population of 4,743, this town offers residents a rural feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, jobs, cost of living, nightlife and weather. Here, the median home value is $166,100 and the median rent is $1,049, says Niche.
5. Prien
Prien is another town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. This town has a population of 7,119 and offers residents a suburban rural mix feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, nightlife and weather. The median home value here is $278,000 and the median rent is $1,292, according to Niche.
Presley Bo Tyler is the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team reporter for USA Today Network. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@Gannett.com
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