Collage of overlapping headlines and a Deputy Secretary of Defense memo on 'Creating Data Advantage,' covering Army data-centric initiatives, the proposed Data Corps and Data Warfare Regiment, and calls to improve data literacy across the force.

Five Data-Driven Competencies to Power the 2030 Army Civilian Enterprise

By Robert Arp, PhD

Read Time: < 22 mins

Robert Arp outlines five data-driven competencies Army Civilian Professionals must master by 2030: data literacy, analytics/visualization, AI application, knowledge management, and drone/UAS data integration—positioning civilians as architects of a data-centric Army.

Read Time: < 15 mins

Exploring Ways to Improve Civilian Education System (CES) Through Program Evaluation: What is the return on investment for education programs? Program evaluation may offer some insights

Improving the Army Civilian Education System requires measuring cost, efficiency, and outcomes. A program evaluation framework highlights how leadership development, resource management, and data-driven decisions can strengthen the Army Civilian Corps.

By David T. Culkin, PhD

AI-generated illustration representing a strategic leader balancing self, people, and organizational leadership.

Read Time: < 16 mins

The Humanized Arena: Strategic Leadership, Decision Making, and the Socio-Emotional Environment

Strategic leadership succeeds when decision-making integrates self-awareness, social intelligence, and emotional intelligence. By embracing transcendent leadership, executives can navigate complexity, reduce bias, and drive sustainable performance in...

By Dennis Eger, EdD

Read Time: < 6 mins

Transforming the Organic Industrial Base and Upskilling the Army's Civilian Workforce

U.S. Army Materiel Command transforms the Organic Industrial Base through workforce upskilling, advanced analytics, AI integration, and a multi-billion-dollar modernization plan to sustain Army readiness and resilience.

By Liz Miranda

Read Time: < 7 mins

Transforming Army Education: The Leadership Laboratory

Army University transforms military education through a "leadership laboratory" model, replacing lecture-based instruction with experiential, student-centric learning to develop agile, critically thinking civilian and uniformed leaders.

By David Duckett

Collection Evaluation at a Small Technical Library
Eric Kolber details how the USACE Buffalo District Library conducted a qualitative collection evaluation triggered by an office move, using subject matter expert feedback and publisher comparisons to identify outdated materials and gaps in engineerin...

By Eric N. Kolber
Letter From The Editor
In June 2018, Military Review published an online exclusive article by Matthew Archambault titled The Three-Generation Dilemma that outlined the challenges U.S. Army brigades and battalions face with ensuring shared understanding across the three g...

By Allyson McNitt, PhD
Leadership and Management: A Comparison and Contrast
Dr. Bradford examines leadership and management across nonprofit, public administration, and Army contexts, concluding both are distinct yet complementary functions that skilled Army civilian professionals must master together.

By Dennis C. Bradford, PhD
A letter From the Editor
Dr. McNitt's editor's letter introduces the Army Civilian Professional Journal's focus on leadership, management, and teamwork, while the call for papers invites submissions advancing Army civilian professional development and readiness.

By Allyson McNitt, PhD
Are You My Mentor?
Learn how to find and build effective mentorship relationships. A 4-step guide to identifying mentors and professional growth.

By Col. Andrew Morgado
Letter from the Editor
Call for papers: Submit research, case studies, and perspectives to advance Army Civilian Corps professional development

By Allyson McNitt, PhD
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 opportunitie...

By Richard McConnell, D.M.
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 sup...

By Joseph Blanding, PhD
Building and Empowering FLCs Within the Command and General Staff College
In June 2018, Military Review published an online exclusive article by Matthew Archambault titled “The Three-Generation Dilemma” that outlined the challenges U.S. Army brigades and battalions face with ensuring shared understanding across the three g...

By Anatole Balma, PhD
Green Light, Go!
Career progression from Army soldier to Department of the Army civilian is explored through leadership development, mentorship, and resilience, offering actionable strategies for advancement and professional growth within the Army Civilian Corps.

By Heidi Stoetzel
Developing Others through Delegation: A Leadership Imperative
Learn how Army leaders can use delegation as a powerful development tool across institutional, operational, and self-development domains. This comprehensive guide covers delegation strategies

By Vincent Carlisle, PhD
Letter from the Editor
This is an editorial letter by Dr. Allyson McNitt introducing the fourth issue of the Army Civilian Professional Journal (November 2025), followed by a comprehensive call for papers outlining the journal's mission, focus areas, and submission guideli...

By Allyson McNitt, PhD
Updates to the Civilian Education System
This article outlines significant updates to the Army Civilian Education System (CES), effective 1 October 2025. It details course realignments, discontinued offerings, new Organizational and Enterprise Leadership Courses, rebranding efforts, and rev...

By Julia Bell and Dr. Christina Love
From the Executive Editor
Julia Bell, Executive Editor of the Army Civilian Professional Journal, reflects on the importance of embracing change within the Army Civilian workforce. She discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by transformation initiatives and invi...

By Julia Bell
From the Editor
The Line of Departure is the premier platform for accessing the latest articles, insights, and discussions from official U.S. Army branch journals. Designed to fuel your Professional Military Education (PME) journey, our mobile-friendly hub empowers ...

By Allyson McNitt, PhD