(CLERMONT, Fla.) – Choosing what you want to do with your life once high school is over is a hard decision. There are many options, including college, trade school, full-time work and the military. Grayson Scott Williams, an Orlando native and a graduate from First Academy, Leesburg, Florida, had plenty of options, including an $180,000 […]
Army developing mobile app to give Soldiers remote task management tools
NewsAs part of the “This is My Squad” initiative, the Army is developing a new mobile app to help leaders better connect with squad members and manage everyday tasks. Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael A. Grinston recruited a team of 15 non-commissioned officers from a variety of career fields to give feedback and help […]
New officer recruiter wins top recruiting award
RecruitingThis article by Petty Officer 1st Class Chris Williamson courtesy of the DoD News Service ST. LOUIS – Lt. Clair Dimmig, assigned to Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Mid America, received the highest honor in Navy recruiting, the Master Chief Anthony George Bakarian Award. The award is given bi-annually by Navy Recruiting Orientation Unit (NORU) […]
Years in the making: Texas Guard Soldier determined to change the world
LifestyleThis article by Devon Suits is courtesy of the Army News Service WASHINGTON — Moments after pinning on her new rank during a virtual commissioning ceremony in early June, 2nd Lt. Christina Meredith smiled brightly as she pumped her arms with excitement. As a new signals intelligence officer with the Texas National Guard, Meredith fought […]
‘Recruit the Recruiter’ briefing details benefits of recruiting, dispels misconceptions
RecruitingThis article by Sgt. Jennifer Spradlin provided by the DoD Newswire JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – “How many of you have been selected by the army to become recruiters?” Sgt. 1st Class Jason Osterson, ‘Recruit the Recruiter’ team member, asks a crowded room of noncommissioned officers at Stone Education Center March 5. More than half […]
Recruiting Etoolbox: A One-Stop Shop for Recruiting Needs
RecruitingThis article by Petty Officer 3rd Class Preston Jarrett originally appeared on the DoD NewsWire MILLINGTON, Tenn. – Navy Recruiting Command (NRC) has given recruiters a new resource where they can access information and recruiting content in the palm of their hand. The Recruiting Etoolbox is a website designed to be accessible, easily navigated and […]
Another ‘first’ for the Army during recruiting push
RecruitingThis article by David Overson courtesy of the Army News Wire JOINT BASE LANGLEY – EUSTIS, Va. – The U.S. Army has accomplished a lot of ‘firsts’ in its storied history, and its most recent virtual recruiting campaign referred to as “Army National Hiring Days” is another shining example of ingenuity and adaption to overcoming […]
Walking in the door: a National Guard recruiter’s story
RecruitingThis article by Charles E. Spirtos comes courtesy of the DoD News Service When imagining a military recruiting station, and the service members who work as recruiters, some stereotypes abound. The belief that recruiters are focused solely on meeting a quota, or reporting high enlistment totals, has generated the idea of the pushy recruiter full […]
Navy updates COVID-19 mask rules on color, pattern
Covid-19This article by MC1 Mark D. Faram originally appeared on Navy.mil WASHINGTON (NNS) — Since April 5, the Navy has required the wearing of cloth face coverings for all military, Navy civilian and contractors as well as family members while on DoD property, installations and facilities when maintaining proper social distancing between people isn’t possible. […]
How do you vote while serving overseas?
Family ResourcesWASHINGTON — Voting season is fast approaching, and the Federal Voting Assistance Program is ready to help service members and families exercise the right to vote. “The Federal Voting Assistance Program works to ensure service members, their eligible family members, and overseas citizens are aware of their right to vote and have the tools and […]
