Army Recruiting Command (USAREC) News

Guardians of the Bedrock: When History Met the Mission in Kansas City

Richard "Rich" Beckett — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:23:00 GMT

The tarmac at Kansas City International Airport is usually a place of practiced routine, a landscape of humming engines and choreographed ground crews. But on March 2, 2026, the routine gave way to reverence as the “Freedom Plane” taxied to a halt. Inside the fuselage sat the "Documents That Forged a Nation"—original founding-era artifacts traveling under the watchful eye of the National Archives.

Empowering Army Recruiters: ASA-M&RA Visits Atlanta Recruiting Battalion

Charles Gilbert - Atlanta Bn APA — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:00:00 GMT

A High-Impact Visit to Strengthen Recruiting Operations

San Antonio Battalion Shines at National Recruiting Awards

Christine Montagnese — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:36:00 GMT

The San Antonio Recruiting Battalion showcased its exceptional talent at the Top Recruiter ceremony on Jan. 22, 2026, with four of the five honored Soldiers from 5th Recruiting Brigade hailing from its unit.

Franklin Recruiting Station Shows the True Meaning of “Be All You Can Be”

Cynthia J. Stephenson — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:35:00 GMT

For two unforgettable days, the Franklin Recruiting Station stepped away from quotas and contracts and leaned fully into what service truly means: community, compassion, and presence.

Lebanon Army Recruiters Break Down Enlistment Process for Future Soldiers in Live Multi-Platform Discussion

Cynthia J. Stephenson — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:23:00 GMT

Recruiters from the Lebanon Army Recruiting Station delivered a high-impact, information-packed discussion this week across YouTube, X, Facebook, and LinkedIn, giving Future Soldiers and their families a clear, honest look at how to join the U.S. Army, whether Active Duty or Army Reserve.

Early weapons training gives Future Soldiers a critical edge at Fort Indiantown Gap

Cynthia J. Stephenson — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 19:15:00 GMT

Safe, deliberate, and controlled marksmanship instruction remains one of the most valuable tools for preparing Soldiers for the rigors of Basic Training. Engagement Skills Trainer (EST), military-grade computer simulators that use replica weapons to mirror real-world firing conditions, allow trainees to practice safely while developing confidence, accuracy, and the muscle memory needed before stepping onto a live firing range.

U.S. Army Recruiting Division welcomes first commanding general, command sergeant major

Madelyn West and Christina Bhatti — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:16:00 GMT

Brig. Gen. Sara Dudley alongside Command Sgt. Maj. Danny Basham assumed command and responsibility of U.S. Army Recruiting Division in a ceremony at Waybur Theater, Fort Knox, Kentucky today.

Free college course available to students through Army’s Enlisted Training Corps Pilot Program at Ivy Tech Community College

Shatara Riis — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 14:55:00 GMT

Lieutenant Gen. Johnny Davis, U.S. Army Recruiting Command commanding general, Brig. Gen. Justin Mann, Indiana National Guard director of the joint staff, and Dr. Marty Pollio, Ivy Tech Community College president, marked the start of the Army program by penning their signatures to a partnership agreement designed to introduce two-year community college students to pathways for military and public service.

U.S. Army Takes the Stage at Musikfest 2025: Bethlehem Soldiers inspire and connect with thousands

Cynthia J. Stepehenson — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 18:49:00 GMT

Musikfest 2025 was more than just a music festival this year, it became a powerful celebration of service, strength, and community, as the U.S. Army took center stage during the 42nd annual event in the heart of Lehigh Valley.

Pennsylvania Native Finds Purpose in Army Service

Cynthia J. Stepehenson — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 17:48:00 GMT

For Timothy, a forklift operator and lifelong resident of Pennsylvania, the decision to join the U.S. Army was more than a career move, it was a personal awakening.

America’s First Fair: A historic tradition meets tomorrow’s Army careers at Pennsylvania’s York State Fair

Cynthia Stepehenson — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 17:52:00 GMT

For over 260 years, America’s first fair has been a cornerstone of heritage, community, and tradition. Since its founding in 1765, eleven years before the Declaration of Independence, the York State Fair has grown from a two-day agricultural gathering in York, Pennsylvania, into a ten-day celebration of culture, innovation, and opportunity.

Meet the Army Musician Bringing the Beat to Musikfest 2025

Cynthia J. Stephenson — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 17:48:00 GMT

When most people think of the U.S. Army, they picture Soldiers in combat gear, not musicians playing trumpets and drums. But for Sgt. 1st Class Christian Williams, being an Army musician means serving his country through the universal language of music, all while living a life full of travel, world-class performances, and unique opportunities.

Army Bands Recruiter to Represent U.S. Army at Musikfest 2025

Cynthia J. Stephenson — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 17:25:00 GMT

Visitors to Musikfest 2025 will get a chance to do more than enjoy great music, they’ll meet the talented Army Musicians who live it every day. One of those musicians is Staff Sgt. Brian Niswonger, an accomplished drummer and Army Band Recruiter, who will be at Musikfest to share how a love of music can become a lifelong career with purpose, stability, and global reach.

USAREC welcomes incoming DCG and first CCWO to the Recruiting Enterprise

Madison Bonzo — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:42:29 GMT

U.S. Army Recruiting Command celebrated a significant milestone in the transformation of the Army recruiting enterprise with a welcome ceremony for the incoming Deputy Commanding General and Command Chief Warrant Officer on July 15, 2025.

Golden Knights and 3rd Recruiting Brigade take community outreach activities to new heights

Keri Anne Smialek — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 19:19:06 GMT

The U.S. Army’s 3rd Recruiting Brigade enlisted the help of the U.S. Army Parachute Team—the legendary Golden Knights—for a high-visibility tandem skydiving camp in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, last week.

Meet your Recruiter – Sgt. 1st Class Eric Gianan

Sgt. 1st Class Eric Johnson — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 14:13:40 GMT

Sgt. 1st Class Gianan, a native of Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, serves as a recruiter at the Hagatna Recruiting Station in Guam. He was recently recognized by U.S. Army Recruiting Command leadership as one of the command’s standout performers.

USARD, MEB celebrate 250 years of excellence, tradition in D.C.

USARD PAO — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:16:14 GMT

U.S. Army Recruiting Division and Marketing Engagement Brigade Soldiers are slated to join thousands of other Soldiers from around the force during the Army’s 250th Birthday celebration in Washington, D.C., Saturday.

Meet your Recruiter – Staff Sgt. Stanley Sutton

Sgt. 1st Class Eric Johnson — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 17:17:00 GMT

Staff Sgt. Stanley Sutton, a native of Lexington, New York, serves as a recruiter at the Fitchburg, Massachusetts, recruiting station. He was recently recognized by U.S. Army Recruiting Command leadership as one of the command’s standout performers.

Soldier Spotlight – Staff Sgt. Bryan Rice

Sgt. 1st Class Eric Johnson — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 14:53:33 GMT

Staff Sgt. Bryan Rice, a native of Martinsville, Indiana, serves as a senior court reporter and was recently recognized by U.S. Army Recruiting Command leadership as one of the command’s standout performers.

Got college credits? The Army will pay you for them

Capt. Memory Burch — Wed, 21 May 2025 18:00:43 GMT

As graduation caps fly and students celebrate their academic milestones this season, now is the time to decide the next chapter. The Army offers bonuses for individuals who have college credit. Why not receive a monetary reward for all your hard work?