Utah sends two Soldiers and an Airman to the Region VII Best Warrior Competition

May 25, 2023 | By Staff Sgt. Jordan Hack

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Archive: February, 2023

16 Key Principles of Effective Communication
February 23, 2023 — Effective communication is crucial to success in any field, but it is imperative in the military. In high-stakes, dynamic environments, clear and accurate communication is essential for ensuring the safety of troops, the success of missions, and the well-being of personnel. Military personnel must be able to communicate effectively with their colleagues, superiors, and subordinates and be able to convey information and instructions clearly and concisely. In this article, we will explore the 16 key principles of effective communication for military personnel and guide them on how to apply these principles in real-world situations. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or just starting your military career, these principles will help you to become a more effective communicator and contribute to the success of your missions... MORE

Utah National Guard hosts world’s largest Polyglot Games at the MI Language Conference
February 11, 2023 — Competitors from multiple organizations came from across the country to participate in this year’s Polyglot games, hosted by the 300th Military Intelligence Brigade. More than 140 participants from 25 different organizations came together to make this the largest Polyglot Games ever held... MORE

Utah National Guard’s 300th Military Intelligence Brigade held its 34th annual Military Intelligence Language Conference on Feb. 11, 2023. As part of the conference more than 140 competitors from 25 different organizations participate in the Polyglot Games. The competition is conducted in seven different languages and follow every step of the intelligence cycle, from the operations order to a final commander's brief as they translate battlefield recordings and news reports, exploit documents to identify and destroy enemy equipment, and assess possible enemy courses of action.

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Archive: February, 2023

Utah National Guard’s 1457th Forward Support Company to participate as finalists in national Connelly Food Services competition
February 23, 2023 — The Utah National Guard’s 1457th Forward Support Company is scheduled to compete as finalists in the U.S. Army’s Phillip A. Connelly Award competition at Camp Williams, Utah, Feb. 24-25, 2023... MORE

Utah National Guard’s CST and EOD teams to support NBA All-Star Events
February 16, 2023 — The Utah National Guard’s 85th Weapons of Mass Destruction – Civil Support Team will be supporting law enforcement and other public safety agencies during the 72nd NBA All-Star weekend in Salt Lake City, Utah, Feb. 17-19, 2023... MORE

Utah National Guard hosts 34th annual Military Intelligence Language Conference
February 9, 2023 — Utah National Guard’s 300th Military Intelligence Brigade will host the 34th annual Military Intelligence Language Conference on Saturday, Feb. 11. The theme of this year’s conference is “Setting the Theater—Modernizing the 300th MIB Linguist.”... MORE

National Guard Soldier’s compete in the Polyglot Games as part of the 2018 Military Intelligence Language Conference hosted by the 300th Military Intelligence Brigade and held at the Utah National Guard Headquarters in Draper, Utah .

Utah National Guard supports Boy Scouts for the 37th annual Scouting for Food Drive
February 9, 2023 — The Boy Scouts of America Crossroads of the West Council is hosting the 37th annual Scouting for Food Drive on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, when Scouts will begin collecting food donations... MORE

Utah National Guard’s CST to support Super Bowl LVII
February 8, 2023 — Utah’s 85th Weapons of Mass Destruction–Civil Support Team is currently on scene in Phoenix, Arizona supporting Super Bowl LVII. In total there are eight CST’s supporting this event to include teams from Utah, Arizona, Nevada, Colorado, New Mexico, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Guam... MORE

Staff Sgt. Zach Martin, a member of the Utah National Guard 85th Weapons of Mass Destruction–Civil Support Team, uses a Joint Chemical Agent Detector while conducting Joint Hazard Assessment Team operations in the NFL Experience, on the days leading up to Super Bowl LVII, in downtown Phoenix, Arizona, Feb. 7, 2023.