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Physical Sciences and Mathematics

2021

Survivability modeling

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An Examination Into Retention Behavior Of Air Force Female Officers, Jessica M. Astudillo Mar 2021

An Examination Into Retention Behavior Of Air Force Female Officers, Jessica M. Astudillo

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Female retention rates in the US military have been considerably lower than that of their male counterparts for numerous years. In the Air Force, women represent 14 percent of officer ranks from O-5 level and above. Comparatively, the overall rate of women officers in service is 20 percent. Understanding the negative factors associated with the attrition rate of this group can help the Air Force leverage positive change. It may also influence adjustments that will increase the number of women serving, and improve diversity throughout both the officer and enlisted ranks. In this study, logistic regression and survival analysis are …