Army Recruiting Command (USAREC) News

Healing Heroes: From Army Medical Recruiter to Army Doctor, a Soldier’s Story of Dedication

Cynthia A. Chaiyanam — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:36:57 GMT

"I’ve always said I wanted to take the Medical College Admission Test to figure out what our HPSP applicants go through," said Staff Sgt. Austin Richards, recalling how his journey unfolded from an Army medical recruiter to an Army Health Professions Scholarship Program recipient.

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Mr. Daniel "Danny" J. DuMiller

Mr. Shawn Jones — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 20:14:00 GMT

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Mr. Daniel "Danny" J. DuMiller, a beloved member of the 6th Medical Recruiting Battalion and a true patriot who dedicated his life to service. From 2000 to 2023, Danny was a cornerstone of Army recruiting, bringing more than two decades of unwavering commitment, expertise, and heart to the mission. In 2012, he joined the Centurion family, where he became not just a colleague but a mentor, a friend, and an inspiration to all who had the privilege of working alongside him.

Hundertmark assumes command of the Medical Recruiting Brigade

Ms. Mindy Lambert, MRB Advertising and Public Affairs, Deputy — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 14:25:00 GMT

Col. Julie A. Hundertmark assumed command of the U.S. Army Medical Recruiting Brigade during a ceremony conducted at Sadowski Center, Thursday, 25 July.

Army Chaplain Experience: 2024

Mindy Lambert, MRB Advertising and Public Affairs, Deputy — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 20:35:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Medical Recruiting Brigade hosted the Army Chaplain Experience tour at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, June 4-7, 2024

Meet Your Top 13 Recruiter - Sgt. 1st Class Angel Marrero Falcón

Lauren Reho — Mon, 20 May 2024 17:27:00 GMT

Sgt. 1st Class Angel Marrero Falcón. Originally from Caguas, Puerto Rico, serves as a Recruiter at the Dallas Army Medical Recruiting Station in Grand Prairie, Texas.

Meet Your Top 13 Recruiter - Staff Sgt. Christian Rodriquez

Lauren Reho — Mon, 13 May 2024 15:51:00 GMT

Staff Sgt. Christian Rodriguez, a native of Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, serves as a Recruiter at the San Antonio Medical Recruiting Station in San Antonio, Texas.

Meet your recruiter – Staff Sgt. Christian Rodriguez

Staff Sgt. Erin Johnson — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 12:57:00 GMT

Staff Sgt. Christian Rodriguez, a native of Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, serves as a healthcare Recruiter with the 5th Medical Recruiting Battalion in San Antonio, Texas. USAREC leadership recently recognized him as a standout performer in the command.

Meet your recruiter- Sgt. 1st Class Kelly S. Morris

Staff Sgt. Eric Johnson — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 07:55:00 GMT

U.S. Army Recruiting Command Recently selected Sgt. 1st Class Kelly Morris, a native of Grapevine, Texas, as a top 13 station commander for San Antonio Medical Recruiting station.

Medical Recruiting Brigade Chaplain Recruiting Division Chief promoted to Colonel

Hunter Sage West — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 14:38:00 GMT

U.S. Army Chaplain Renee Kiel, Chief of Chaplain Recruiting Division for the Medical Recruiting Brigade, was promoted from the rank of lieutenant colonel to colonel.

MRB hosts 2023 Army Medicine Experience

Hunter West — Tue, 09 May 2023 14:17:00 GMT

Col. Katrina Walters, Commander of the U.S. Army Medical Recruiting Brigade, recently hosted the Army Medicine Experience in San Antonio. The tour showcased all aspects of Army Healthcare to cultivate key stakeholders and community partner relationships.

Army dentist chose service for education, opportunity and brotherhood

John Wollaston — Tue, 05 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT

Maj. Adam Bennett chose Army service as a way to pay for dental school, but through service, he also gained opportunities and a formed a brotherhood.

USAREC recognizes 2020 annual award winners

Pentagon News — Thu, 14 Jan 2021 20:44:00 GMT

Some of the best in U.S. Army Recruiting Command for fiscal year 2020 were recognized during an online ceremony Wednesday.

Emergency medicine doctor shares Army story with premed students

Leanne Thomas — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 18:27:00 GMT

“When I was at Baylor 9-11 happened,” said Army Capt. Vanessa Sieg, a former Baylor University graduate, now Army emergency medicine physician. “I don’t know if y’all remember that or not, but when 9-11 happened, I really felt that urge to join the military, that sense of duty to serve your country.”

5th MRBn NCO named brigade best warrior

Leanne Thomas — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 21:25:00 GMT

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class William Booth was named the U.S. Army Medical Recruiting Brigade’s best warrior of the year Feb. 28, all while breaking a finger during the competition.

San Antonio Community Action Committee reconvenes to support Army recruiting

Leanne Thomas — Fri, 06 Mar 2020 20:58:00 GMT

The San Antonio Community Action Committee held the first quarterly meeting of the year to support the U.S. Army’s recruiting efforts in South-Central Texas at the University of the Incarnate Word Mar. 5.

USAREC CG presents six Army Recruiter Rings to 5th Medical Recruiting Battalion personnel

Leanne Thomas, 5th Medical Recruiting Battalion Public Affairs Specialist — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 20:12:00 GMT

Six U.S. Army medical recruiters assigned to the 5th Medical Recruiting Battalion were presented Army Recruiter Rings by Army Maj. Gen. Frank M. Muth, commanding general, U.S. Army Recruiting Command at the 5th MRBn headquarters Feb. 24.

Army offering incentives to medical specialties

USAREC Public Affairs — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 21:40:00 GMT

The U.S. Army is looking for motivated health professionals and has added eight medical specialties to the list of part-time careers eligible for $25,000-$75,000 in bonuses per year.

1SG Brian Filipowski: A temporary setback takes him to the top

Leanne Thomas, 5th Medical Recruiting Battalion — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 20:18:00 GMT

The first sergeant of U.S. Army Medical Recruiting Company, Houston unexpectedly tore his bicep tendon during a team-building event and a match of ultimate Frisbee in 2018. This injury led to surgery, months of rehabilitation, and a temporary setback that changed his life.

Is God calling you to serve as a U.S. Army Chaplain?

Leanne Thomas — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 22:00:11 GMT

As the chaplain for the 502d Force Support Group prepares to retire, Army Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Cloyd L. Colby felt prompted to write a letter inviting prospective chaplain candidates to consider military ministry.

Premedical students gain Army insight at AMSA Premed Fest

Leanne Thomas — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 21:44:00 GMT

The U.S. Army 5th Medical Recruiting Battalion coordinated clinical skills training for over 200 premedical students during the American Medical Student Association’s Premed Fest at Texas A&M University Nov. 23-24.