August 12, 2026 The Civil-Military Innovation Institute (CMI2) brought STEM education to life this summer through its 2026 Ignite summer internship program at Fort Andrew, in Lizemores, WV, where interns gained hands-on experience designing, testing, and solving real-world challenges. Building on prior Ignite internships, the 2026 program curriculum evolved from an emphasis on operational […]
August 10, 2026 For our 2026 Ignite interns, building the 2nd Order Effects (2OE) Hourglass First-Person View (FPV) Drone was more than a technical project—it was an opportunity to put STEM skills into action and see how talent developed right here in West Virginia can contribute to emerging defense technologies, solve real-world challenges, and support […]
July 24, 2026 For many students, an engineering internship is an opportunity to build experience and add a line to a résumé. At CMI2, it’s an opportunity to take what they’ve learned and apply it to real-world challenges. This summer, student interns from West Virginia University and the University of Pittsburgh took that experience into […]
July 20, 2026 At CMI2, investing in our people is an investment in mission success. Our team in Clay County is putting that commitment into practice. Since April, select employees at the Fort Andrew Multi-Domain Proving Ground have expanded their skills through a voluntary Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training program designed to strengthen professional development […]
By U.S. Army DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory Public Affairs | July 8, 2026 Read the original article published July 8, 2026 on Army.mil ADELPHI, Md. – Three Army innovation programs, Catalyst, Pathfinder and Accelerating FORCE (Future Operational Requirements, Capabilities and Experimentation) connecting Soldiers, researchers and industry released the latest report on how they’re addressing urgent operational needs. Managed by the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, […]
July 6, 2026 At CMI2, we believe that innovation begins with people. Preparing the innovation workforce of tomorrow involves equipping students not only with technical skills but also with a strong commitment to service and community. When communities are stable, they’re better equipped to adapt and thrive. That’s why our annual Ignite summer internship program, […]
July 3, 2026 Our nation’s 250th anniversary of independence offers an opportunity to celebrate the enduring spirit that has shaped America for generations: resilience, innovation, service, and a commitment to something greater than ourselves. While we may differ in background, perspective, and experience, Independence Day reminds us that we are united by a shared purpose […]
June 17, 2026 At CMI2, we believe some of the best ideas come from the people closest to the challenge. That’s why we’re excited to see newly published research from the Georgetown University Berkley School of Nursing highlighting the positive impact of youth-designed blue-green spaces on resilience, mental wellness, and community for Appalachian adolescents. The […]
CMI2-led experimentation event advanced evaluation of emerging technologies and operational capabilities in realistic training environments TAMPA, Fla. — Soldiers from the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) and the Montana Army National Guard participated in the second Rapid Operational Innovation Detachment (ROID) Driving Innovation in Realistic Training (DIRT) Days 26-02 experimentation event, conducted April 20–24, 2026, […]
May 28, 2026 In early June, CMI2 will welcome the 2026 IGNITE Internship cohort for an immersive hands-on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) summer experience focused on innovation, teamwork, technology, and making a community impact. This fourth iteration of our Clay County internship program gives students from Clay County High School practical experience while […]