November 6, 2011
For U.S. Soldiers in Afghanistan, Online Courses Fill a Valued Niche
Mikhail Galustov, Redux, for the Chronicle
During her free time in Afghanistan, Staff Sgt. Tausha Britton works out at the gym and takes online courses toward a degree in early European history.
Kabul, Afghanistan
Tausha Britton, a staff sergeant in the U.S. Army, plays a critical role in helping to end America's decade-long war here. As a reintegration analyst, she tries to persuade Afghan insurgents to put down their weapons and support the Afghan government. Her job, though far from combat, is mentally demanding, starting early and wrapping up around 9 o'clock at night.
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