Jan 27, 2012

FORT BENNING, Ga. -- The U.S. Army's 85 newest officers left McGinnis-Wickham Hall Jan. 26 charged with a tremendous honor and responsibility -- to guard and protect their nation. Maj. Gen. Nick Justice, commanding general of the U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command, shared lessons he learned during his 42-year career as an enlisted Soldier and officer. "This is the most significant step in your military career and every additional promotion is a reaffirmation of your accomplishment today," Justice said. "One who is grounded in Army values, whose ethical behavior and conduct meet the highest standard, will never fail."

Jan 24, 2012

Georgia high school students recently had the opportunity to see, hear and touch some of the gear Soldiers use in the field - including body armor, computer simulated battlefield scenes and decommissioned weapons - through the U.S. Soldier Adventure Semi.

Jan 23, 2012

A recruiter's determination and sincere desire to make a difference helps him build a relationship with an International Baccalaureate high school and open the doors there to Army recruiting.

Jan 23, 2012

Centers of Influence attend Army-All American bowl and return home to spread message about Army and Army opportunities.

Jan 23, 2012

Soldier shares his Army story in his hometown.

Jan 23, 2012

A western Wisconsin recruiting station sets the bar high for enlisting people in the Army from referrals in fiscal year 2011.

Jan 19, 2012

A Fort Knox, Ky., ceremony Wednesday marked the end of the Accessions Command, which is being discontinued in a cost-cutting measure ordered by the Department of the Army.

Jan 9, 2012

The U.S. Army Recruiting Command added a medallion to its tool bag of awards to rightly recognize Soldiers, Department of Defense civilians and community leaders who have made a significant impact to the recruiting effort. This U.S. Army Recruiting Excellence Medallion was awarded to two Sacramento COIs

Jan 4, 2012

Col. Hubert E. Bagley always knew that one day he would join the U.S. Army. Inspired by his father who served in the Army for 28 years, Bagley had the Army values instilled in him and the desire to serve from a very young age.

Jan 4, 2012

Cadet Abel Alvarado, a 2009 member of the All-American Bowl marching band, is sharing his experiences with this year's band as both a former performer and now as a member of Army ROTC.

Jan 3, 2012

Staff Sgt. Josefino Manahan stood by the Utanes family long after one of them he enlisted was killed in a traffic accident.

Jan 3, 2012

For Brooklyn residents Shonette Richmond, a 20-year-old voracious reader, and her 19-year-old sister and family adventurer, Shonell, the 2011 holiday season was less about the latest-and-greatest stocking stuffers and more about celebrating a prosperous future together, as the two enlisted in the U.S. Army.

Jan 3, 2012

Michael Thompson, a senior at Miami Sunset Senior High School, Fla., is the drum major for the 2012 U.S. Army All-American Bowl Marching Band. He's also the first Army Junior ROTC Cadet to hold the position.

Jan 2, 2012

Seventeen months after first stepping into the Gainesville, Fla., recruiting station and after losing 84 pounds, Pvt. Allison Scarbrough proved she was ready to be Army Strong.

Dec 27, 2011

A small fingerprinting device allows recruiters to quickly gather background information on applicants while saving the Army money.

Dec 21, 2011

Recruiting Command's Virtual Recruiting and Social Media Center (VRC) enables recruiters to stay in touch with the target market and Future Soldiers through social media.

Dec 21, 2011

Civilian employees with the 3rd Medical Recruiting Battalion at Fort Knox, Ky., take advantage of the Civilian Wellness/Fitness Program to fit exercise into their day.

Dec 21, 2011

Army Female Athlete of the Year in 2010 Staff Sgt. April McGarity, a member of the the All Army Softball Team, played in 2011 Armed Forces Softball Championships in September.

Dec 21, 2011

Concerned about childhood obesity, recruiters in Hawaii reach out to a local physician to help motivate students to get into shape.

Dec 15, 2011

Senior noncommissioned officers share old school wisdom about how to recruit with minimal funds.

Dec 15, 2011

Company first sergeant makes a case for voluntary service as a way to make a community impact.

Dec 15, 2011

The Intergovernmental Cooperation Council for Milwaukee County signed a community covenant with the Milwaukee Recruiting Battalion Nov. 14, 2011.

Dec 15, 2011

A recruiter leads a high school military club to instill a sense of purpose while educating them about the U.S. Army.

Dec 14, 2011

The Calumet High School JROTC program has performed ice skating color guards since 1999.

Dec 13, 2011

With the U.S. Army emphasis on running, sit-ups, pushups and pull-ups in its physical training program, a change of venue and team building can help cut down on daily workouts from going stale. Sacramento Recruiting Battalion Soldiers competed in broomball at an area skating rink with Team Officer versus Team Enlisted.

Dec 9, 2011

Deonte Lewis, a freshman at Elkton High School, and about 50 fellow students helped the Army beta test its new Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Asset Vehicle in the school parking lot Dec. 5.

Dec 8, 2011

Leadership, integrity, and personal courage make for a great Soldier, but for one senior non-commissioned officer, living these Army values also makes for a winning coach.

Dec 7, 2011

Recruiting Command's Entertainment Team has a new face and a new name: Sgt. Corrin Campbell -- Soldier, musician, singer, songwriter and Army storyteller.

Dec 7, 2011

There was a lot to celebrate during Kentucky State University's homecoming weekend in October. The university marked 125 years since its 1886 founding, staged a come-from-behind win and honored some of its most distinguished alumni. Joining in the celebration was Brig. Gen. Henry L. Huntley, USAREC deputy commanding general.

Dec 6, 2011

Only the U.S. Army could take a young chef from a small, Midwestern civic center and move him to an executive dining room at the world's largest office building. And that's exactly what happened for Peru, Ind., native Kevin Arwood, now a specialist in the U.S. Army.

Dec 5, 2011

In support of the command's ongoing Pinnacle transformation initiatives, U.S. Army Recruiting Command is implementing Small Unit Recruiting operations across the command.

Dec 5, 2011

Motivated recruiters will soon have their first opportunity to compete for the Master Recruiter Badge. The first step, however, is determining individual desire and eligibility.

Nov 29, 2011

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. -- After five months of engineering and production work, the U.S. Army has completed its first vehicle designed for recruiting civilian scientists. The Army will unveil the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Asset Vehicle during All-American Bowl Week Jan. 6 in San Antonio. The Army demonstrates its latest technological advancements in the Army Technology Zone before the annual game. Before the vehicle's official launch in January, students from seven Maryland schools will have an opportunity for a hands-on look. The STEM Asset vehicle is a modified tractor-trailer equipped with high-definition TVs and touchscreen computers. Students will explore a futuristic scenario by designing new Army technology to protect lives from civil unrest.

Nov 28, 2011

The dark morning rain clouds did not pose a threat to the massive crowd of NASCAR fans and the 32 Army influencers who came out for the Sprint Cup Series at the Phoenix International Raceway Nov. 13.

Nov 23, 2011

After visiting Fort Sam Houston - the home of Army Medicine - to tour the San Antonio Military Medical Center and the Center for the Intrepid, super centers of influence (COIs) return home as ambassors for medical recruiting.

Nov 14, 2011

With all of the high-tech tracking techniques, computer polls and surveys available these days, what's one of the best ways to find out what your target market thinks of your product? Ask them.

Nov 14, 2011

At age 22, cancer survivor Travis Paolini has already faced enough adversity to know he is not backing down from life's challenges and opportunities -- especially considering his newest challenge: Joining the Army as a health care specialist.

Nov 10, 2011

FORT JACKSON, S.C. -- Alyssa Braden could have had any wish in the world fulfilled. But -- in lieu of meeting a celebrity or visiting a theme park -- the diminutive teen chose to get down and dirty.

Nov 9, 2011

As he celebrates his 82nd birthday this week, retired Sgt. Maj. Ray Moran continues to recruit young Soldiers while enjoying his job as the military's longest-serving recruiter.

Nov 8, 2011

An integral part of the week-long celebration features performances by the U.S. Army All-American Marching Band and color guard. Among the nationwide selectees are five Illinois high school musicians and one color guard member.

Nov 8, 2011

Lt. Gen. Jack C. Stultz, commander, U.S. Army Reserve signs Community Covenant with City of Gainesville at All American Liberty Festival, Nov. 6, 2011.

Nov 5, 2011

Thirty-five high schools from around the country are in Molena, Ga., this weekend vying for the title of Junior ROTC national Raider champion.

Nov 3, 2011

FORT LEE, Va. (Nov. 3, 2011) -- Many children follow a parent's footsteps by joining the military, however, all of them share the same branch.

Nov 1, 2011

Since 2003, nearly 1.1 million people have registered in "March 2 Success," an online test-preparation program for youth that continues to average about 14,000 new registrants every month.

Nov 1, 2011

Two Phoenix Battalion Recruiters, Sgt. 1st Class Michael LaHaye and Staff Sgt. Bryan Thompson, Scottsdale Recruiting Station, participated in a golf tournament Sep. 9 which gives disabled veterans a four-legged helping hand.

Oct 28, 2011

On many university campuses, it's not uncommon for friendly opposition to emerge between the Cadet Command Recruiting Operations Officer and the USAREC recruiters. One is looking to enroll students into the ROTC program; the other is looking to enlist Soldiers into the active Army and Army Reserve. While this has all the makings of a competitive environment, the two recruiting components at Bowie State University have learned that working together yields a greater reward for both parties.

Oct 28, 2011

While most people see no benefit in sacrificing their personal time to pick up someone else's trash, Sgt. 1st Class Kenneth Lugo and his wife, Yenny, perceive it differently. For more than a year, they have been conserving their environment and teaching their two boys that while it takes no effort to litter, it requires great effort to pick it up.

Oct 28, 2011

The Indianapolis Recruiting Battalion partnered with the Black Coaches and Administrators to host events at two area high schools this fall.

Oct 27, 2011

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. -- About 500 Maryland students will soon get the first look at the U.S. Army's new STEM effort to recruit civilian scientists and engineers. The Army is rolling out its Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Asset Vehicle, a recruiting vehicle designed to attract and engage aspiring young scientists. Elkton, Dundalk and Joppatowne high schools and Perryville, Holabrid, Parkville and Sligo middle schools will begin beta testing the vehicle Nov. 14, said Louie Lopez, STEM outreach coordinator for the U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command.

Oct 25, 2011

Recruiting Command's Medical Recruiting Brigade achieved a record number of medical specialty missions in fiscal Year 2011.

Oct 25, 2011

U.S. Army Recruiting Command achieved its fiscal year 2011 active and Reserve recruiting missions.

Oct 18, 2011

A snowboarder at heart, Staff Sgt. Ryan Demuth grew up in the Reno/Lake Tahoe area where he could find plenty of snow-packed hills to hone his skills. But when he wound up in Crescent City on recruiting duty, he had to relook at his free-time activities -- after all, Crescent City is one of the top spots in the nation for long-board surfing, not snowboarding. One problem: he is deathly afraid of sharks.

Oct 13, 2011

The Chicago Army Recruiting Battalion's South Bend Company is working with area schools to educate teachers and empower students through the Army Strong Student Anti-Bullying Pledge.

Oct 5, 2011

Saint Paul, Minnesota Soldier raised $2310 for Susan G. Komen Foundation

Oct 5, 2011

Motivating today's youth was the victory that the U.S. Army raced to win at the 27th Annual Toyo Tires National Hot Rod Association Nationals held Sept. 30 to Oct. 2 at the Maple Grove Raceway in Mohnton, Pa. The Harrisburg Recruiting Company assisted in the U.S. Army's marketing activities for the NHRA weekend -- dubbed as the Reading event. Actually, the recruiters' involvement began the week of Sept. 26 with U.S. Army Show Car visits at four high schools throughout the company's footprint.

Oct 4, 2011

The U.S. Army All American Bowl selection tour kicked off today across the country with major events in Oklahoma City, Okla., Los Angeles, Calif. and Charlotte, N.C. Over the next few months the selection tour will visit 170 cities throughout the U.S. and select 90 players and 100 bandsmen to be part of the U.S. Army All American Bowl held in San Antonio, Texas, on January 7, 2012, aired on NBC.

Oct 3, 2011

Staff Sgt. David Tompsett joined the race with thousands of Minnesotans in support of the Susan G. Komen Foundation, August 19-21, 2011. Together they raised money for the fight against breast cancer. In this "battle" supporters wore pink not Army green; and money was raised for future investments in research and community programs.

Sep 29, 2011

The deputy commanding general of the U.S. Army Human Resources Command became the first-ever female U.S. Army African-American officer to obtain the rank of major general during her promotion and departure ceremony at the Lt. Gen. Timothy J. Maude Complex Thursday.

Sep 29, 2011

The U.S. Army officially joined forces with Banner Health during a Partnership for Youth Success signing ceremony at Banner's headquarters in Phoenix Aug. 12. The event welcomed Arizona's major health care provider as the battalion's newest member of the Army's PaYS program.

Sep 23, 2011

Staff Sgt. Joseph Payne, with the Baltimore Recruiting Battalion, uses his musical background to gain access to Frederick County high schools, whose strict policies towards military visitations has posed a constant challenge for the Frederick recruiting station. Today, Payne helps with the marching band, and on September 16, the Walkersville Band performed at the Frederick Company change of command ceremony.

Sep 23, 2011

Soldier and Family Assistance Program Managers from the 2nd Recruiting Brigade got a surprise meet and greet from parents of Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. 1st Class Paul Smith.

Sep 23, 2011

Sep 22, 2011

The Milwaukee Recruiting Battalion conducted a fitness promotion at Auburn High School in Rockford, Ill., Sept. 13.

Sep 19, 2011

To help the Chicago Soldiers maintain their fighting edge and fulfill the Army training requirements, the Battalion trainers coordinated with a local Military Police (MP) Reserve unit to provide the Level One Basic Combatives Course.

Sep 16, 2011

After noticing the number of students using smart phones around the University of Maryland campus, the professor of military science pushed for an phone application as a way to promote the Army ROTC program and opportunities for young people to serve.

Sep 16, 2011

Instead of two region meets, Army JROTC will hold a single national competition in 2012.

Sep 14, 2011

A noncommissioned officer from the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit was awarded the prestigious U.S. Army Accessions Command Leadership Legacy Award Aug. 30 at the Patton Roundhouse on Hook Range. Sgt. 1st Class Kyle Ward was presented the award by Command Sgt. Maj. Israel Talamantez, USAAC.

Sep 13, 2011

ceremony honored 47 South Carolina first responders, who gave their lives in the line of duty since the September 11, 2001 tragedy. A memorial dedicated to their memory was unveiled.

Sep 13, 2011

U.S. Army driver Ryan Newman is one of the combatants in what is shaping up to be a heavyweight bout as NASCAR's top-12 drivers are primed to battle it out in the 10-race Chase for the Sprint Cup championship.

Sep 2, 2011

At first glance, recent Chicago Battalion Army enlistees Christopher Lee and Henry Lee (not related) seem like average Future Soldiers. It's what Christopher and Henry do at work and for fun that makes them special. Both Future Soldiers are Third Degree Black Belt Tae Kwon Do martial arts instructors.

Aug 23, 2011

Drag racing fans have now narrowed the NHRA's Greatest Moments from 60 to 20 and U.S. Army Racing holds two spots on the coveted list, which was announced Monday following the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals here at Brainerd International Raceway.

Aug 23, 2011

An Army Strong Family legacy was born when Ryan Asta raised his right hand and cited the U.S. Army enlistment oath in the presence of his father in Albuquerque, N. M., July 28.

Aug 16, 2011

Tony "The Sarge" Schumacher is enthused by his U.S. Army team's performance as it looks ahead to this weekend's Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway, Minn.

Aug 15, 2011

When Kristen Dross first spoke with a recruiter about joining the Army she weighed 238 pounds. Nearly a year after talking with that recruiter the Florida State University grad lost 84 pounds; she leaves for Basic Training at the end of the month.

Aug 12, 2011

The U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit is excited to announce that the inaugural Army Strong Collegiate Shooting Championships, on course to be the biggest multiple-discipline, shoulder-to-shoulder gathering of collegiate and junior shooters in the history of competitive shooting, will commence next March 13-18 here at Fort Benning. The dynamic format will draw the top college and junior shooters from the entire country competing in four distinct championships: the National Rifle Association Intercollegiate Pistol Championships; the NRA Intercollegiate Rifle Club Championship; the Scholastic Steel Challenge Collegiate Championship; and the Scholastic Clay Target Program Challenge.

Aug 12, 2011

California teen Brandon Matel was surfing the Internet when he came across an application for an Accessions Command Teen Panel. Matel felt he would be a good fit for the panel because of his confidence and leadership, so he applied.

Aug 11, 2011

U.S. Army engineering interns are using their expertise to boost student interest in science and technology. College students working this summer here at Edgewood Chemical Biological Center are helping to design the Army’s first recruiting project geared specifically toward civilian science and engineering positions.

Aug 11, 2011

To remain on the cutting edge and stay relevant to today's youth, and tech-minded grown-ups, the U.S. Army has kept pace with the tech surge. The Army has a presence on YouTube, Flickr, MySpace, Facebook and Twitter, and is now embracing QR Codes.

Aug 11, 2011

A little over a year ago, 13-year-old Jacob Paniccia approached Staff Sgt. Victor Pedraza about his goal to attend the U.S. Military Academy. This year's Army Birthday celebration at the same station, was the perfect venue to bring Jacob and his mom together with Soldiers, the Army Reserve Ambassador and Mayor of Fairfield, to give him advice on achieving that goal.

Aug 10, 2011

June 22 would prove to be no ordinary day for Staff Sgt. Scott Thompson, a Soldier on Recruiting Duty at the Yuba City Army Career Center. He was on his way to work when he saw a big cloud of dust on the side of the road. At first, he thought it might have been a tractor kicking up dust. Fortunately for Annie Severe of Manteca, Thompson did pull over when he noticed a lot of spectators and saw that Severe’s sport utility vehicle was resting upside down in a ditch of shallow murky water just off the road.

Aug 8, 2011

The Phoenix Battalion brings some Army spice to the Arizona Career and Technical Education summer conference with a culinary arts TAIR presentation that received accolades from high school culinary educators.

Aug 4, 2011

FORT BLISS, Texas (July 26, 2011) -- There are 79 Special Forces recruiters in the Army, whose job includes accepting applications, answering questions and briefing Soldiers on the SF career field. For Sgts. 1st Class Rob Usnick, John Ranger and Travis Evans, Special Forces recruiters for Fort Bliss, their job goes beyond signing up candidates. Usnick and Ranger have committed themselves to mentoring and training with those interested in joining the elite ranks that include Special Forces operators, Cultural Support Teams and Military Information Support Operations.

Aug 3, 2011

Former USAREC deputy commanding general considers USAREC second most rewarding assignment of 28-year career.

Aug 3, 2011

Aug 2, 2011

Illinois brothers join Army together

Aug 1, 2011

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md., August 1, 2011 -- Students taking part in U.S. Army All-American Bowl activities will be instantly transported to 2032 amid terrorist attacks and civil unrest. They will join a team of U.S. Army Soldiers and civilian scientists to design new technologies to protect lives and defeat the threat. An immersive, high-tech portal will deliver students directly into the Army's high-tech world.

Jul 28, 2011

The U.S. Army Military District of Washington invites you to experience The U.S. Army's Spirit of America, a free, action-packed show performed by more than 300 U.S. Army Soldiers, in Washington, D.C., North Charleston, S.C., and Jacksonville, Fla., this September.

Jul 28, 2011

FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas -- Twenty-two enlisted service members made history as the first graduating class to receive civilian associate degrees for completing military training during a July 22 ceremony at Anderson Hall.

Jul 28, 2011

Army Lt. Col. Thomas M. Fife assumed command of the Baltimore Recruiting Battalion during a change of command ceremony Friday at McGill Training Center.

Jul 27, 2011

Phoenix Battalion recruiters assist community during Monument Fire.

Jul 26, 2011

82nd Combat Aviation Brigade pilot, 1st Lt Curtis Dotson, discusses the benefits and opportunities available to African American men and women seeking to become U.S. Army officers, July 12, at Simmons Army Airfield. Dotson was among four officers in the brigade interviewed for a U.S. Army Accessions Command advertising campaign.

Jul 26, 2011

The U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team won four medals, including gold in the coveted women's overall country competition, to lead Team USA athletes at the 5th CISM Military World Games.

Jul 21, 2011

Jacksonville Battalion conducts semi-annual Station Commander training in June in Jacksonville emphasizing team building and professional development among leaders. Company and station commanders tested critical skills and challenged one another to physical and mental performance tests.

Jul 19, 2011

Ryan Newman has been the driver of the U.S. Army Chevrolet for Stewart-Haas Racing for almost three seasons on the Sprint Cup circuit. On Sunday, Newman took the Army to Victory Lane for the first time since 2004.

Jul 19, 2011

Sgt. 1st Class James Williams hosts an Armed Services Blood Program blood drive at Fort Hood, Texas.

Jul 18, 2011

The Army is building the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Innovation Asset, a recruiting effort designed to attract and engage aspiring young scientists, officials announced July 18, 2011.

Jul 15, 2011

When Staff Sgt. Marcus A. Stone saw cars braking and swerving suddenly ahead of him on Interstate 35 East in Dallas, he knew something bad had just happened on the freeway he was driving on. In the minutes that followed, Stone prevented what would have surely been a deadly accident, when he pulled a victim from a burning vehicle.

Jul 15, 2011

The U.S. Army Partnership for Youth Success (PaYS) program recently celebrated its 400th partnership signing with Aaron’s, Inc. during the NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol, Tenn. The program, which began in 2000, guarantees a Soldier an interview with a PaYS partner employer once a Soldier decides to enter the civilian workforce again.

Jul 13, 2011

Army Recruiter Staff Sgt. Joseph Tremblay, from the Harrisburg Opportunity Center, shares his experiences as an Airborne Soldier and former instructor at the U.S. Army Airborne School to design and teach airborne training sessions in the communities surrounding Harrisburg, Pa.

Jul 13, 2011

Barn Advertising within Cleveland Recruiting Battalion