REAL STORIES FROM REAL SOLDIERS

Gaining a Master’s Degree (and more)

Watch Captain Paul Gonzalez explain how he’s taken advantage of the many opportunities Army Reserve Soldiers receive, including getting his master’s degree.

Earning a prestigious degree for free

See how the Army Reserve helped Captain Sandra Altamirano get into USC’s Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism — and come out with zero student loans.

Serving country and family

Watch Sergeant Robert Catanach tell his Army Reserve stories: how the Army Reserve enabled him to serve his country while living close to home to help raise his child.

Leadership skills for a lifetime

See how Otto's time in the U.S. Army Reserve helped him become the Director of Univision. “I stay in the Army Reserve today because it allows me ‘to work on the skill’ most valuable in my job, which is to be a leader,” says Otto.

The fast track to success

Watch Staff Sergeant Michael Devaughn on the fast track to success in the U.S. Army Reserve getting an education and real job training. He says, “In the Army Reserve, they definitely built me into a leader.”

Fulfilling her goals

“Some of the training that I get in the Army Reserve I do not get in the civilian world,” says Sergeant Summer Guerro, who earned important certifications that gave her an edge in securing her position at Boeing.

The skills to make a difference

See how the Army Reserve gave Sergeant Marlene Garcia the focus and drive to turn her dreams of working in the medical field into a reality. “I tell anyone that has any type of goals and dreams to keep on going for it,” says Marlene, “because now I have everything I want.”

Advantages of job training

The Army Reserve is “very flexible in honoring your commitment with them as well as your commitment in your civilian sector,” says Specialist Aveon Bland.

Making a stronger student

“The Army Reserve taught me how to be a focused individual, and it helps when I need to get my schoolwork done,” says Sergeant Jeremiah Minor, studying to earn a degree in Criminal Justice.

Gaining valuable job experience

“Because of the Army Reserve, they sent me to school, they give me credibility and on-the-job experience,” says Shawn, who loves the adventure of serving.

Turning a childhood dream into reality

Igor “can do two things with [his] life at the same time, whereas most people just do one.” Discover more about his training in the Army Reserve and how it helps him in civilian life.

Continuing service in the Army Reserve

Senior Analyst/Intelligence Analyst
“I thought about coming back into the military as soon as I got out,” says SPC Michael Olivero. The Army Reserve was the right choice for him and his family.

Building a good foundation

Radar Repairer
“The Army Reserve really did give me a skill that I am going to use for the rest of my life. It’s challenging. It’s cutting edge. And it’s a great time.”