Military Glossary
ROTC cadets participate in a team-building exercise.
Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) cadets participate in a team-building exercise that involves constructing rafts and maneuvering around buoys without the rafts falling apart.
After graduating from ROTC, cadets can fulfill their service commitment in the Army, Army Reserve or Army National Guard. If they choose the Guard or Reserve path, they can pursue both military and civilian careers at the same time.
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Austin, a recruit in the Air National Guard, describes the role of the Military Training Instructor (MTI) in the Student Flight Program.
All applicants undergo a background check and fingerprinting at MEPS. In addition, biometric scanning is now used to ensure the security of applicants and their personal information.
College students can join ROTC after two years by participating in the Leader's Training Course (LTC).
Midshipmen at the Naval Academy learn how to stop water leakage during a damage control training exercise.
Before enlisting in the Air Force, individuals must know whether or not the Air Force is a good career choice for them.
Before heading off to boot camp, Seaman Recruit Heather Bevel and Seaman Recruit Carey North discuss their reasons for joining the Coast Guard.
Pvt. Bobby Whatley describes his experiences in the Army National Guard's GED Plus program.
Army Reserve Soldiers stand in front of the United States Capitol Building.
Maj. Windy Hendrick, an Air National Guard fighter pilot, chose to join the Military because she wanted to carry on a family tradition.
The Oath of Enlistment is the final stage of the MEPS process, when applicants officially become members of the U.S. Military.
As an Army ROTC cadet, Marissa Bernadette learns how to be a nurse and develops skills that will help her excel.
Ridley Shetler, a Navy Nuclear Power Officer Candidate (NUPOC), talks about her passion for nuclear power and why she chose the Navy versus a civilian career.
Taking the Oath of Enlistment is a proud moment for recruits. At that moment, recruits swear to defend the U.S. Constitution.
An Army National Guard recruit takes an eye exam at a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS).
Maj. Windy Hendrick explains why the Air National Guard is a good fit for her belief system and for raising a family.
Freshmen Naval Academy students, known as "plebes," participate in a Sea Trials exercise at the end of their first year.
By joining the Army National Guard, Adam Bollinger has earned extra money for college as well as learned lessons in teamwork and leadership.
Tech. Sgt. Luigge Romanillo explains how he transferred from the Air Force to the Air National Guard without a break in service.
One Navy midshipman at the Naval Academy instructs another midshipman on steering a ship.
Army National Guard recruits take the Oath of Enlistment.
Maj. Windy Hendrick, a fighter pilot with the Air National Guard, discusses how people can join the Air National Guard as an officer.
An Army National Guard recruiter speaks with an individual.
An Army National Guard recruiter talks to a student at an event. Through the Guard, students can receive money for college.
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