A U.S. Army Leadership Requirements Model Reflection of Bucky Barnes and Yelena Belova in Marvel’s Thunderbolts

By Evelyn Burns, PhD

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Analysis of Marvel characters through Army Leadership Requirements Model framework in Thunderbolts film.

Three starburst badges with turquoise and black radiating backgrounds displaying the words "ACHIEVES" with a flag icon, "DEVELOPS" with a plant icon, and "LEADS" with a person icon.

Army civilian professional and military service member collaborating at computer workstation with digital displays showing maps and data in command center environment

Read Time: < 15 mins

The Resilient Professional: Cultivating Creativity to Drive Impact in the Army Civilian Workforce

Creativity isn't a just a gift, it's a trainable skill essential for Army civilians facing volatile challenges. Research shows targeted exercises can dramatically improve creative thinking, helping professionals anticipate threats, seize opportunities, and outperform in uncertain domains.

By Richard McConnell, D.M

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Letter from the Editor

Call for papers: Submit research, case studies, and perspectives to advance Army Civilian Corps professional development.

By Allyson McNitt, PhD

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Improving Ethical Decision-Making Across Agencies: Turning Principles to Action in Evolving Situations (Deontology-Focused)

Proposes continuous, workplace-level ethics practices for public organizations using deontological reasoning paired with systems thinking and sense-making tools. Emphasizes leader modeling, scenario-based training, and clear commander's intent to support ethical decision-making in complex environments.

By Joseph Blanding, PhD

Capt. Marissa F. Ballesteros, commander, 21st Military Police Company, 503rd MP Battalion, 16th MP Brigade meets with her group of mentees

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Are You My Mentor?

Learn how to find and build effective mentorship relationships. A 4 step guide to identifying mentors and professional growth.

By Colonel Andrew Morgado