U.S. Army Recruiting News

men and women gathering garbage and debris in the woods.

April 27, 2021

USAREC Soldiers clean up Fort Knox outdoor areas for Earth ‘Day of action’

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Fort Knox lakes and recreational areas are more picturesque thanks to the efforts of a committed group Soldiers and volunteers from U.S. Army Recruiting Command.

FORT BRAGG, N.C. - Staff Sgt. David Rosa, a psychological operations specialist representing the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command, gets his gas mask checks by a drill sergeant while competing in the combat skills testing event at the 2017 U.S. Army Reserve Best Warrior Competition at Fort Bragg, N.C. June 14. This year’s Best Warrior Competition will determine the top noncommissioned officer and junior enlisted Soldier who will represent the U.S. Army Reserve in the Department of the Army Best Warrior Competition later this year at Fort A.P. Hill, Va. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. Jennifer Shick)

April 27, 2021

U.S. Army offering up to $30k bonus for new PSYOP specialists

FORT KNOX, Ky. — The U.S. Army is seeking qualified individuals to serve as psychological operations specialists and is offering signing bonuses up to $30,000, depending on the length of the term of service and the training ship date.

faces of soldiers put together in a collage

April 15, 2021

USAREC launches new outreach program focused on diversity

FORT KNOX, Ky. — A new outreach effort is underway for U.S. Army Recruiting Command, and the focus is on highlighting the diversity found in the U.S. Army.

April 12, 2021

SMA recognizes top 13 station commanders

FORT KNOX, Ky. — The sergeant major of the Army and the leaders of U.S. Army Recruiting Command recognized the top 13 station commanders during a virtual ceremony April 9.

Army Captain Jerome C. Ferrin, an Army nurse and recruiter assigned to the U.S. Army Medical Recruiter Center – New York City, administers a COVID-19 vaccine dose to Sgt. 1st Class Glen Poor at the Fort Hamilton Reserve Center. U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hamilton and Keller Army Community Hospital coordinated efforts to deliver COVID-19 vaccines to the area community. U.S. Army Courtesy Photo

April 6, 2021

U.S. Army Recruiter Volunteers with Fort Hamilton COVID Vaccination Effort

FORT HAMILTON, New York — The nationwide COVID-19 vaccination effort continues to build momentum, and as the availability of vaccine supplies increases, the need for trained personnel to administer doses to communities also continues to grow. To help meet that demand, U.S. Army Capt. Jerome Ferrin decided to volunteer to support the U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hamilton vaccination clinic.

April 1, 2021

Soldier and Family Assistance Branch to host child abuse prevention classes in April

FORT KNOX, Ky. — April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and U.S. Army Recruiting Command is offering several family wellness virtual classes for its families and Soldiers..

photo of the Recruiting and Retention College building.

March 29, 2021

Recruiting and Retention College receives accreditation

FORT KNOX, Ky. — The U.S. Army Recruiting and Retention College received professional accreditation in this month from the Council on Occupational Education after an 18-monthlong self-study and assessment.

Lilly and Jayvin McCormick pose before a school event this year. (U.S. Army Photo Courtesy of the McCormick Family)

March 24, 2021

Together apart, twins sign up for service

HESPERIA, Calif. — The opportunities provided to the twins Jayvin and Lilly McCormick by the U.S. Army accommodates their instincts to stick together by wearing the same uniform, while also enabling them to have new and separate experiences in different careers and parts of the world.

man in blue shirt standing in front of store front window of a coffee shop.

March 17, 2021

William’s Coffee owner credits positive military experience key to business and life success

Carefree, Arizona — The past year dealing with COVID-19 has been a difficult time for small business owners. A major advertising campaign is currently running imploring people to support small businesses affected by the pandemic.

March 12, 2021

Career Exploration Program expands online options to help students with no cost, obligation

FORT KNOX, Ky. — It’s not just about finding a job. It’s about finding the right job – a job in which a student will enjoy exploring and succeeding, whether it’s inside or outside the military.