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U.S Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Matthew Bush, with Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, gives orders to Mini- Officer Candidate School event attendees at Fort Smith, Arkansas, on March 27, 2026. Mini-OCS provides applicants and candidates a glimpse into Officer Candidate School by placing them through an intense training environment designed to test their endurance, resiliency, and courage. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

U.S Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Matthew Bush, with Recruiting Station Oklahoma City, gives orders to Mini- Officer Candidate School event attendees at Fort Smith, Arkansas, on March 27, 2026. Mini-OCS provides applicants and candidates a glimpse into Officer Candidate School by placing them through an intense training environment designed to test their endurance, resiliency, and courage. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Daniel Gonzalez, a logistics specialist with MACG-48, places toys in a collection bin during a Toys for Tots drive in Lincolnshire, Illinois, on Dec 7, 2025. Toys for Tots is a charitable program founded by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve in 1947 to bring unwrapped toys to children in need. It has grown into a nationwide effort that distributes millions of toys each year, symbolizing generosity and holiday spirit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Daniel Gonzalez, a logistics specialist with MACG-48, places toys in a collection bin during a Toys for Tots drive in Lincolnshire, Illinois, on Dec 7, 2025. Toys for Tots is a charitable program founded by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve in 1947 to bring unwrapped toys to children in need. It has grown into a nationwide effort that distributes millions of toys each year, symbolizing generosity and holiday spirit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman

Marine Corps Recruiting Command leadership stand with the Sexual Assault and Prevention and Response coordinators after the signing of the MCRC SAPR Proclamation at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., March 31, 2026. The proclamation states that this April will be Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and the meeting highlighted this year’s theme of “STEP FORWARD. Prevent. Report. Advocate.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

Marine Corps Recruiting Command leadership stand with the Sexual Assault and Prevention and Response coordinators after the signing of the MCRC SAPR Proclamation at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., March 31, 2026. The proclamation states that this April will be Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and the meeting highlighted this year’s theme of “STEP FORWARD. Prevent. Report. Advocate.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

Photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Devontay Dixon, supply chief with Recruiting Station Seattle, speaks to poolees during the RS Seattle annual pool function in Renton, Washington, March 28, 2026. The annual pool function is an opportunity for future Marines to build camaraderie, strengthen their commitment to the Marine Corps, and prepare for recruit training by competing in athletic competitions and receiving military related periods of instruction. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aimee Jordan)

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Devontay Dixon, supply chief with Recruiting Station Seattle, speaks to poolees during the RS Seattle annual pool function in Renton, Washington, March 28, 2026. The annual pool function is an opportunity for future Marines to build camaraderie, strengthen their commitment to the Marine Corps, and prepare for recruit training by competing in athletic competitions and receiving military related periods of instruction. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aimee Jordan)

Photo by Cpl. Aimee Jordan

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Evita Mosqueda, the Assistant Event Coordinator, Marine Forces South, speaks to educators at a Fit-to-Win talk about resiliency at the Society of Health and Physical Educators Partnership convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 19, 2026. The Fit-to-Win program is used in conjunction with several national partnership to highlight the Marine Corps’ values of mental and physical resiliency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Evita Mosqueda, the Assistant Event Coordinator, Marine Forces South, speaks to educators at a Fit-to-Win talk about resiliency at the Society of Health and Physical Educators Partnership convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 19, 2026. The Fit-to-Win program is used in conjunction with several national partnership to highlight the Marine Corps’ values of mental and physical resiliency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen

Joe Deutsch, the President of the Society of Health and Physical Educators and U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Louis Vickers II, the Career Counselor Course Chief with Recruiting and Retention School, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, pose with a wrestling belt made for the SHAPE 2026 convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 17, 2026. The U.S. Marine Corps shares the values of healthy living and physical fitness with SHAPE, their long-running partner. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

Joe Deutsch, the President of the Society of Health and Physical Educators and U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Louis Vickers II, the Career Counselor Course Chief with Recruiting and Retention School, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, pose with a wrestling belt made for the SHAPE 2026 convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 17, 2026. The U.S. Marine Corps shares the values of healthy living and physical fitness with SHAPE, their long-running partner. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen

U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Louis Vickers II, the Career Counselor Course Chief with Recruiting and Retention School, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, speaks at the opening general session of the Society of Health and Physical Educators Partnership convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 17, 2026.

The SHAPE convention recognizes the work that is essential in building physically and mentally fit youth who are resilient and have the necessary skill to succeed in life.

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Louis Vickers II, the Career Counselor Course Chief with Recruiting and Retention School, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, speaks at the opening general session of the Society of Health and Physical Educators Partnership convention in Kansas City, Mo., March 17, 2026. The SHAPE convention recognizes the work that is essential in building physically and mentally fit youth who are resilient and have the necessary skill to succeed in life. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Joseph Drewsen

Attendees at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo attempt the Marine Corps pull-up bar challenge during Military Appreciation Day in Houston, Texas, March 4, 2026. The challenge gave members of the community an opportunity to test their strength while engaging with Marines and learning about the opportunities in the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Attendees at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo attempt the Marine Corps pull-up bar challenge during Military Appreciation Day in Houston, Texas, March 4, 2026. The challenge gave members of the community an opportunity to test their strength while engaging with Marines and learning about the opportunities in the United States Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Maddison Millier, executive officer for Marine Recruiting Station South Texas, 8th Marine Corps District, speaks to students at Margaret Long Wisdom High School in Houston, Texas, March 2, 2026. The performance was in conjunction with school visits to engage with students and highlight career opportunities in the Marine Corps band. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Maddison Millier, executive officer for Marine Recruiting Station South Texas, 8th Marine Corps District, speaks to students at Margaret Long Wisdom High School in Houston, Texas, March 2, 2026. The performance was in conjunction with school visits to engage with students and highlight career opportunities in the Marine Corps band. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar)

Photo by Cpl. Christian Salazar

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Trekevius A. Colbert, a district training team member with 6th Marine Corps District, recites the oath of reenlistment during a promotion ceremony at the Iwo Jima Monument, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, March 2, 2026. By taking the oath, Colbert reaffirmed his dedication and the enduring values of the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Eliel Romero)

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Trekevius A. Colbert, a district training team member with 6th Marine Corps District, recites the oath of reenlistment during a promotion ceremony at the Iwo Jima Monument, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, March 2, 2026. By taking the oath, Colbert reaffirmed his dedication and the enduring values of the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Eliel Romero)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Eliel Romero

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Alex Porter, a recruiter with Recruiting Station Kansas City, receives the Centurion Award in Kansas City, Missouri, Feb. 21, 2026. The title "Centurion" is awarded to Marines who write 100 or more contracts during their 36 months on recruiting duty. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Alex Porter, a recruiter with Recruiting Station Kansas City, receives the Centurion Award in Kansas City, Missouri, Feb. 21, 2026. The title "Centurion" is awarded to Marines who write 100 or more contracts during their 36 months on recruiting duty. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Walker M. Field, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruiting Command, and Dr. Kendy Vierling, principal advisor of Military Manpower and Personnel, award Staff Sgt. Luis A. BonesMerced, a canvassing recruiter and assistant station commander for Recruiting Substation Petersburg, and Sgt. Jose A. ArguetaMejia, an operations clerk with Recruiting Station Richmond, with Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals in Richmond, Virginia, Feb. 19, 2026. These Marines were recognized for their superior performance and direct contribution to mission success of RS Richmond.

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Walker M. Field, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruiting Command, and Dr. Kendy Vierling, principal advisor of Military Manpower and Personnel, award Staff Sgt. Luis A. BonesMerced, a canvassing recruiter and assistant station commander for Recruiting Substation Petersburg, and Sgt. Jose A. ArguetaMejia, an operations clerk with Recruiting Station Richmond, with Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals in Richmond, Virginia, Feb. 19, 2026. These Marines were recognized for their superior performance and direct contribution to mission success of RS Richmond.

Photo by Courtesy Asset

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, alongside Gen. Eric M. Smith, the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, recognize the Recruiter, Drill Instructor, Marine Security Guard, and Marine Combat Instructor of the Year during the CMC Combined Awards Program at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 18, 2026. The CMC Combined Awards Program recognized Marines for their outstanding performance during fiscal year 2025. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, alongside Gen. Eric M. Smith, the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, recognize the Recruiter, Drill Instructor, Marine Security Guard, and Marine Combat Instructor of the Year during the CMC Combined Awards Program at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, Feb. 18, 2026. The CMC Combined Awards Program recognized Marines for their outstanding performance during fiscal year 2025. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Devlin Siegfried, left, a Commanding Officer’s Recruit Drive Marine with Recruiting Sub-Station Austin North, Recruiting Station Austin, and Sgt. Jonathan Herrera, right, a recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station Austin North, Recruiting Station Austin, demonstrates to Navarro Early College High School students how to perform a proper plank during a weight-room takeover with Glazier Clinics at Navarro Early College High School in Austin, Texas, Feb. 13, 2026. Glazier Clinics hosted a weight room takeover which helps recruiters connect with students, showcase Marine Corps values and career paths available, and create memorable, high-energy experiences. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jose D. Cruz)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Devlin Siegfried, left, a Commanding Officer’s Recruit Drive Marine with Recruiting Sub-Station Austin North, Recruiting Station Austin, and Sgt. Jonathan Herrera, right, a recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station Austin North, Recruiting Station Austin, demonstrates to Navarro Early College High School students how to perform a proper plank during a weight-room takeover with Glazier Clinics at Navarro Early College High School in Austin, Texas, Feb. 13, 2026. Glazier Clinics hosted a weight room takeover which helps recruiters connect with students, showcase Marine Corps values and career paths available, and create memorable, high-energy experiences. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jose D. Cruz)

Photo by Sgt. Jose Cruz

Col. Anton Semelroth, Director of Marketing and Communication, Marine Corps Recruiting Command and Danielle Crankfield (center left), the 2026 American School Counselor Association’s School Counselor of the Year from Crofton High School in Gambrills, Md., pose for a picture with the ASCA’s 2026 SCOY finalists Jan 29, 2026, in Washington.

(from left) Lydia Thu Kim Larimore, Neabsco Elementary School, Woodbridge, Va.; Annie Goldberg, ACSC, Broadview Middle School, Burlington, N.C.; Summer Royale Whittington, Ernest Gallet Elementary School, Youngsville, La.; and Leka Anitema, Maui High School, Kahului, Hawaii.

Col. Anton Semelroth, Director of Marketing and Communication, Marine Corps Recruiting Command and Danielle Crankfield (center left), the 2026 American School Counselor Association’s School Counselor of the Year from Crofton High School in Gambrills, Md., pose for a picture with the ASCA’s 2026 SCOY finalists Jan 29, 2026, in Washington. (from left) Lydia Thu Kim Larimore, Neabsco Elementary School, Woodbridge, Va.; Annie Goldberg, ACSC, Broadview Middle School, Burlington, N.C.; Summer Royale Whittington, Ernest Gallet Elementary School, Youngsville, La.; and Leka Anitema, Maui High School, Kahului, Hawaii.

Photo by Greg Gilliam

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. John Lawson, a drill instructor from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, gives orders during a poolee function Jan. 24, 2026, at Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island, Florida. The event, hosted by Marine Corps Recruiting Station Jacksonville and supported by drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island in South Carolina, tested the physical and mental readiness of future Marines as part of their preparation for recruit training. (Official Marine Corps photo by Dustin Senger)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. John Lawson, a drill instructor from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, gives orders during a poolee function Jan. 24, 2026, at Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island, Florida. The event, hosted by Marine Corps Recruiting Station Jacksonville and supported by drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island in South Carolina, tested the physical and mental readiness of future Marines as part of their preparation for recruit training. (Official Marine Corps photo by Dustin Senger)

Photo by Dustin Senger

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Jaime Goss, deputy G-1 manpower officer, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, II Marine Expeditionary Force, left, presents the 2026 Women’s Award of Excellence to Lisa Cole, American women's soccer coach and former player, and is currently a technical advisor for the Zambia women's national football team, at the Women’s Soccer Breakfast during the 2026 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia, Jan. 17, 2026. Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s partnership with United Soccer Coaches offers the opportunity to develop new relationships with coaches to build trust and create a larger pool of advocates to access talented young men and women. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie).

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Jaime Goss, deputy G-1 manpower officer, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, II Marine Expeditionary Force, left, presents the 2026 Women’s Award of Excellence to Lisa Cole, American women's soccer coach and former player, and is currently a technical advisor for the Zambia women's national football team, at the Women’s Soccer Breakfast during the 2026 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia, Jan. 17, 2026. Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s partnership with United Soccer Coaches offers the opportunity to develop new relationships with coaches to build trust and create a larger pool of advocates to access talented young men and women. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie).

Photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie

U.S. Marines and coaches attending the 2026 United Soccer Coaches Convention execute a physical training event in Philadelphia, Jan. 16, 2026. Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s partnership with the United Soccer Coaches offers the opportunity to develop new relationships with coaches to build trust and create a larger pool of advocates to access talented young men and women. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

U.S. Marines and coaches attending the 2026 United Soccer Coaches Convention execute a physical training event in Philadelphia, Jan. 16, 2026. Marine Corps Recruiting Command’s partnership with the United Soccer Coaches offers the opportunity to develop new relationships with coaches to build trust and create a larger pool of advocates to access talented young men and women. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie)

Photo by Cpl. Brenna Ritchie

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Kevin Ghali, a recruiter with Recruiting Station South Chicago, interacts with event attendees during the Chicago Air and Water Show, in Chicago, Illinois, August 15, 2025. The Marines attended the Chicago Air and Water Show in support of community relations and recruiting efforts. The Chicago Air and Water Show presented by the City of Chicago is the largest free show of its kind in the United States. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Kevin Ghali, a recruiter with Recruiting Station South Chicago, interacts with event attendees during the Chicago Air and Water Show, in Chicago, Illinois, August 15, 2025. The Marines attended the Chicago Air and Water Show in support of community relations and recruiting efforts. The Chicago Air and Water Show presented by the City of Chicago is the largest free show of its kind in the United States. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla Goldman

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Riley Tejcek, an officer procurement officer with the Western Recruiting Region, center, engages with coaches during the Fit to Win Coaches Luncheon and Workshop at the 2025 American Volleyball Coaches Association convention in Kansas City, Missouri, Dec. 18, 2025. The Fit to Win session offered coaches an immersive introduction to Marine Corps training principles and provided coaches with practical tools they can carry back to their programs. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Hana Lathrop)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Riley Tejcek, an officer procurement officer with the Western Recruiting Region, center, engages with coaches during the Fit to Win Coaches Luncheon and Workshop at the 2025 American Volleyball Coaches Association convention in Kansas City, Missouri, Dec. 18, 2025. The Fit to Win session offered coaches an immersive introduction to Marine Corps training principles and provided coaches with practical tools they can carry back to their programs. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Hana Lathrop)

Photo by Cpl. Hana Lathrop

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