ADOS: Choose Your Own Adventure
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In short, ADOS tours are a largely unknown way to take advantage of interesting and unique active duty opportunities as a Reserve Component servicemember.
Using the GI Bill at a Foreign School
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The latest news about using the GI Bill at a foreign university after huge setbacks that occurred in 2021 with procedure changes and the Isakson and Roe Act.
An Appeal for Planning and Preparation
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Why you should quit waiting for life to happen to you and take an active role in planning your exit.
The Value of Your Military Experience
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Figuring out what you can bring to the table as you begin your transition out out of the military.
Finding a Way to Fly: Becoming a Reserve Pilot
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Have you always dreamed of flying? Have you dismissed the idea, thinking it’s too late? Fortunately for you, I have four different perspectives to share on how to become a Reserve Component pilot.
Confessions of a Center of Mass Commander
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Quantity over quality, doing too much, and appearing to care more about evaluations than soldiers.
You Have Options: Army Reserve Component Opportunities
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You can find ways to give yourself options, leave a foot in the door, and provide a safety net for yourself and your family as you transition.
High Reward, Low Risk: Military Academy Liaison Officers
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I recently learned about this opportunity through a few friends and it’s a program that–in my opinion–allows for maximum flexibility while still providing you the opportunity to contribute in a way that can…
SFL-TAP: Done the Digital Way
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I just figured it would be easy for me to put this online for anyone to access, even if you’re not enrolled in SFL-TAP yet or aren’t separating soon. You can get started on these…
REFRAD Application Example
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If you’re feeling completely over it and you’re ready to start looking into submitting your REFRAD packet, but you’re not sure where to start, this is for you.