Elie served as a paratrooper in the US Army from 2008 to 2012. He used
the GI Bill to graduate from UC Berkeley where he majored in English. He
currently works as a writing tutor, a freelance writer, and a bartender, is
completing a novel based on his time in Afghanistan, and is pursuing
graduate school.
Many aspiring service members worry if their tattoos will disqualify them from enlisting in the U.S. military.
Each branch has evolved its tattoo policies to attract talent while maintaining professional standards.
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Deciding whether or not to join the military is one of the most consequential choices a person can make.
For some, the goal is clear early in life. They grow up wanting to serve in the Army, Navy, … Click Here To Read the rest
Choosing which branch of the U.S. military to join can be straightforward for some and difficult for others, especially when you’re weighing culture, training, job options, lifestyle, and long-term career goals.
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Army Airborne School is one of the quickest ways to earn a skill badge that actually changes what you can do in the force: jump-qualified soldiers can fill airborne billets, attend certain follow-on schools, and compete for assignments that require … Click Here To Read the rest
The Army Green to Gold Program is one of the best ways for enlisted soldiers to become officers.
It pays for your college degree and then commissions you as a second lieutenant.
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