Navy did not document changes to recruitment procedures, watchdog saysThe Navy reached its recruitment goal in fiscal 2024 by working through a backlog of 8,600 medical waivers, recruiting 5,845 sailors in the process.By Riley Ceder7 days ago
Hegseth orders review of military grooming and fitness standardsDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered senior Pentagon leadership to review how and why grooming standards, including beards, have changed since 2015.By Riley Ceder4 months ago
The ‘Genesis’ of today’s recruiting crisisLeaders blame various factors for the recruiting crisis. But some recruiters on the front lines say one big cause is missing from the conversation.By Irene Loewenson and Geoff Ziezulewicz2 years ago
Need for accession waivers soars amid historic recruiting challenges At least 1 in every 6 military recruits were given waivers to enter service in fiscal 2022.By Rachel S. Cohen2 years ago
Senators push DoD to approve recruits who’ve sought mental health carePast treatment or diagnosis is still a bar to service for most.By Meghann Myers2 years ago
It’s time for another Truman moment in the military … with beardsCurrent military policies require all male members to maintain a clean shave whenever in uniform, unless waivered.By Simon Ritchie and Dear Beloved3 years ago
Army’s education waiver reversal stuns applicants, splits experts on impactExperts are split on the Army's quick reversal of high school education waivers, but some applicants are left out in the cold.By Davis Winkie3 years ago
Air Force announces first changes from diversity task forceThe diversity task force has already put in place more ROTC scholarships for minorities, changes to dress and appearance regulations and shaving waivers.By Stephen Losey5 years ago
Military Recruitment Survival GuideThinking about joining the Army, Navy, Air Force or Marine Corps? Here's what you need to know before you talk to a recruiter.By Blake Stilwell5 years ago
Tricare to cover laser treatments for troops with severe shaving bumpsThe Defense Department will now pay for troops to get laser therapy for a condition that especially impacts men of African and Asian descent.By Patricia Kime6 years ago
Student loan crisis, not Mideast wars, helped Army leaders exceed recruiting goals this yearThe service’s leadership said it will exceed this year’s desired active duty end-strength of 478,000 troops.By Kyle Rempfer6 years ago
Affected by Hurricane Dorian? These Tricare waivers can help.Waivers for prescription refills, and for those in Tricare Prime who need medical care.By Karen Jowers6 years ago