Marine Corps Recruiting Command

0 SAN DIEGO - U.S. Marine Corps Col. Terry M. Johnson, center, Commanding Officer, 12th Marine Corps District, tosses the coin during the San Diego State University vs. Arizona State University college football game at San Diego County Credit Union Stadium, San Diego, Sept. 15, 2018. Marines were recognized throughout the duration of the game for their patriotic service... More

Marines take to the city of Charlotte, North Carolina for the 2018 Marine Week, September 4-9. The Marine Corps Recruiting Command planned unique engagements to interact with important components of the Charlotte Population, looking to share its message of opportunity with a diverse audience of people who in many cases had little previous exposure to Marine culture. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Haley Gawronski) Read Story

Martial arts instructors from the Marine Corps' Martial Arts Center of Excellence demonstrated at Piedmont High School in Monroe, N.C. Sept. 6, 2018. The Marines spoke to the high school students and gave them a physical training session as part of Marine Week Charlotte, a week-long event featuring time-honored Marine Corps traditions, musical performances and other events to showcase the history, military capabilities and community involvement of the Corps.

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Derrick Oliver, the director of Marine Corps Food Service with Headquarters Marine Corps, speaks to students and faculty at Johnson C. Smith University about Marine Corps leadership as part of Marine Week Charlotte, Sept. 5, 2018. Marine Week Charlotte is an opportunity for the people of the greater Charlotte area to meet Marines and learn about the Corps’ history, traditions and value to the nation. (U.S. Marine Corps... More

Marines engage with community during Marine Week Charlotte

Jacqie McWilliams, a Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) commissioner, addresses attendees at a community leaders reception at the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art during the United States Marine Corps’ 2018 Marine Week in Charlotte, North Carolina, Sept. 4, 2018. Marine Week is a celebration of community, country and Corps, which provided the American public the experience of directly connecting with approximately... More

Career recruiters and command groups throughout the 8th Marine Corps District gathered this week in Galveston, Texas to participate in an annual leadership symposium aimed at developing the mind, body and spirit of 8412s across 8th District. The purpose of the 8412 Symposium is to professionalize each career recruiter within the district. This involved developmental workshops to grow the knowledge of the force, breakout sessions to advance best practices and inspirational speakers to renew and refresh the 8th District’s commitment to excellence... Read Story

INDIANAPOLIS - On August 25, 2018, Senator Evan Bayh's son, Beau Bayh (center), took his oath to join the ranks of the world's finest fighting force in Indianapolis. Bayh will now proceed to OCS to earn his commission as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. His twin brother, Nick Bayh, swore his oath to join the ranks of the U.S. Army. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Sgt. Carl King)... More

CAMP DODGE, Iowa-- The Iowa Marine officer selection team lead the Graceland University women's soccer team through a leadership cohesion exercise at Camp Dodge in Johnston, Iowa, Aug 15-16. The athletes tackled the Leadership Reaction Course, a 3 mile hike, and even MRE's (Meals Ready to Eat). (Marine Corps video by Cpl. Calvin Hilt)

PARRIS ISLAND, South Carolina - Pfc. Sharidon Mafnas completed Marine Corps recruit training as the platoon honor graduate for platoon 4028, Company O, 4th Battallion aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, August 17, 2018. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl. Jack Rigsby)... More

U.S. Marine Corps band members provide an alternative rock performance during lunch as part of Educators’ Workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego August 8, 2018. The workshop is a four-day program designed to better inform high school and college educators about the benefits and opportunities available during service in the Marine Corps. This allows the attendees to return to their place of business and provide firsthand experience and knowledge to individuals interested in military service. (Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Clarence A. Leake)... More

MCRC News

Marine Week disembarks Charlotte – another year, another city By Lance Cpl Haley Gawronski | September 10, 2018 Bright white hats, scarlet stripes, a sea of blue and mirror-shined shoes swept through the streets September 4-9. It was the U.S. Marine Corps celebrating Marine Week with Charlotteans. MORE

Career Recruiters Committed to Excellence By Sgt. Clarence Leake | August 30, 2018 Career recruiters and command groups throughout the 8th Marine Corps District gathered this week in Galveston, Texas to participate in an annual leadership symposium aimed at developing the mind, body and spirit of 8412s across 8th District. MORE

CrossFit competitors take on Marine Corps’ ‘Battleground’ By Lance Cpl Haley Gawronski | August 5, 2018 MADISON, Wisconsin – The Marine Corps partnered with CrossFit during the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games, where thousands of individuals from around the world gathered to compete and spectate at the Alliant Energy Center, August 1-5. MORE

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Personal property claims due to Hurricane Florence
September 18, 2018

MCSC supports 2018 Modern Day Marine Expo
September 18, 2018

Motorcycle clubs give back to Iwakuni City
September 18, 2018

31st MEU, PHIBRON 11 complete support to Guam and the CNMI following Typhoon Mangkhut
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Marines Strive for Perfection in Marine Corps Standards
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