6 Feb 2015

Middle East Districts kicks off Leadership Development Program in the Field

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Middle East District recently kicked off Leadership Development I in the Field, marking the first time the program has been held for field offices within the District’s area of responsibility.

3 Feb 2015

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers enables, supports Combined Joint Task Force during Operation Inherent Resolve

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plays a vital role in supporting Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR), said Col. Jerry Farnsworth, Combined Joint Task Force engineer.

7 Jan 2015

Counter narcotics facilities completed in Kyrgyzstan

U.S. and Kyrgyzstan officials jointly opened two border posts constructed by the Middle East District with ribbon cutting ceremonies at Aikol and Kulundu in the southern region of Batken in early December 2014.

11 Dec 2014

Middle East District engineers return to STARBASE Academy Winchester

Local students from Frederick County’s Gainesboro Elementary School built bridges with two Middle East District engineers during a STEM presentation at STARBASE Academy at the Cherry-Beasley Readiness Center in Winchester.

13 Nov 2014

District professionals take part in James Wood High School Career Fair

Two Middle East District professionals returned to James Wood High School today to speak to juniors and seniors headed to college. Jerry Henry graduated from James Wood and Qing Xu returned for the second year as a career day speaker.

30 Oct 2014

Employees learn about staying healthy and pain free at the office

Dr. Melissa Jennings from Winchester Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, Inc. spoke to employees during a brown bag lunch program Oct. 29 at the District headquarters in Winchester, Va.

28 Oct 2014

Guest speaker talks to employees about home cyber security safety

Virginia State Police’s high-tech crimes division special agent spoke to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Middle East District employees about home and family cyber security safety Oct. 27 at the District headquarters in Winchester, Va.

17 Oct 2014

Middle East District hosts Industry Day

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Middle East District staff met with more than 300 contractor representatives during the Industry Day event held Oct. 16 at Shenandoah University in Winchester, Va.

15 Aug 2014

Middle East District engineers speak to STARBASE Academy students

Local students recently built bridges with three Middle East District engineers during a STEM presentation at STARBASE Academy at the Cherry-Beasley Readiness Center in Winchester.

15 Aug 2014

Rivera honored as Great Minds in STEM Military and Civilian Hero

Air Force Lt. Col. Jose Rivera, former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Middle East District Military Deputy for Programs and Project Management, was recently named as one of the Great Minds in STEM 2014 Military and Civilian Heroes.