U.S. Army Recruiting News

April 29, 2025

Civilian Acquired Skills Program: turning experience into enlistment advantage

FORT KNOX, Ky. — In an ongoing effort to modernize its workforce and address critical occupational needs, the U.S. Army has updated its Civilian Acquired Skills Program. The ACASP is designed for individuals who already possess key job skills and certifications acquired through civilian education, training or work experience. The program allows qualified applicants to apply their expertise directly to specific Army career fields, enabling them to bypass portions of initial training and begin their military careers at a more advanced level.

Staff Sergeant Bettincourt, station commander of the Overland Park Army Recruiting Station, explains the functions of a robotic arm used by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams during a STEM-focused Army demonstration at Spring Hill High School in Spring Hill, Kansas. The event highlighted the role of advanced technology in modern Army careers.

April 25, 2025

U.S. Army Taps Into Kansas City’s Growing STEM Ecosystem

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — As Kansas City rises to national prominence as a designated “Tech Hub,” the Kansas City Recruiting Battalion is building meaningful connections with students, educators, and innovators across the region through a dynamic series of STEM-focused outreach efforts.

U.S. Army Recruiter in dress uniform poses in front of the U.S. flag and U.S. Army Recruiting Command flag

April 25, 2025

Meet Your Recruiter - Staff Sgt. Edward Bringas

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Staff Sgt. Edward Bringas, a Bayamon, Puerto Rico native, serves as an Army Reserve Recruiter with the San Antonio Southeast Recruiting Station in San Antonio, Texas. Bringas was recognized by the U.S. Army Recruiting Command leadership as the Army Reserve Recruiter of the Year for 2024.

Male Soldier and female Soldier wearing Army branded track suits pose in front of U.S. National and Army Recruiting Command flags.

April 18, 2025

Hitting the ground running: WCAP Athletes inspire on their visit to Michigan

LANSING, Mich. — WCAP Soldiers and Olympic hopefuls visit Michigan area high school athletes.

April 18, 2025

Reddit: How this social media platform is shaping the future of recruitment

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — In a world where digital communication dominates, Army Recruiters are finding innovative ways to connect with potential Future Soldiers.

Be All You Can Be slogan inspires to join ranks

April 18, 2025

How Mark Twain, and ‘Be All You Can Be’ inspired a literature buff to join the ranks

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — For Dominic, a young man with a bachelor’s degree in literature and passion for the works of Mark Twain, life’s journey has been anything but ordinary.

Lisa Lopez poses for camera with her two children

April 18, 2025

Resilience in Action: A determined return to the ranks

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — For Lisa Lopez, answering the call to serve wasn’t a question— it was who she was. Years after stepping away from active duty to focus on family, Lopez never let go of her goal: return to the Army, this time as an Officer.

Three Soldiers and two Sheriff's department law enforcement officers smile and pose standing together.

April 17, 2025

From Service to Shield: New Partnership Paves Career Pathways for Veterans

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Kent County Sheriff's Office in Michigan gives Army Veterans priority hiring preference through an agreement with the United States Army Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program.

Male Soldier poses in dress uniform in the pentagon press room.

April 17, 2025

Be something larger than yourself by serving your country

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Sgt. 1st Class Sudeep Khadka grew up with dreams of being a Soldier. Born in Kathmandu, Nepal, Khadka said he lived near Nepalese army bases in the city and just knew he wanted to be a part of something larger than himself.

Two male Soldiers and one female Soldier in duty uniform pose for a photo in a local recruiting station.

April 9, 2025

Meet your Recruiter - Staff Sgt. Hector Salas

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Staff Sgt. Hector Salas, a native of Caguas, Puerto Rico, serves as the deputy station commander at the Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania recruiting station. Recently, he was recognized by U.S. Army Recruiting Command leadership as one of the standout performers in the command.