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It’s 2017. The Military Still Requires Officers To Have College Degrees. Why?
In 1940, fewer than one in 20 Americans had four years of college. By 2000, it was one in four....
Pot Waivers Go Up, Testing Standards Go Down As Army Eases Recruiting
America’s Army is looking more like America, warts and all. The ground service, looking to enlist nearly 20% more recruits...
‘We Are A Service That Is Too Small’: An Air Force In Crisis Looks For A Shakeup
The Air Force has over the past few years grappled with operational demands that have drained its resources and strained...
New USMC Recruiting Commercial Spotlights Women For The First Time
It takes more to be a Marine than hitting black on the range at 500 yards. It’s not just about...
US Army Trying To Figure Out How Racist Russian Separatist Fighter Enlisted
If you’re a former militant who fought for Russian separatists in Ukraine, has ties to Euro right-wing racist groups, and...
5 Questions To Ask A Military Recruiter Before You Enlist
If you’re thinking about enlisting in the military, you’ve already answered the most important question: Am I willing to put...
UNSUNG HEROES: Marine Recruiters Use MCMAP To Stop Robber, Still Keep Dress Blues Clean
Every week, Task & Purpose devotes this column to stories of heroism from the men and women who served in...
4 Ways To Get The Most Out Of A Job Fair
It’s job fair season, which means that it is prime time for you to get out there and begin selling...
