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  1. Army Reserves

    markisrn replied to Andrew, RN's topic in Government, Military

    Graduate 2010, You might consider getting yourself accepted into a college that has ROTC and Nursing. This will get your tuition paid and get you a commission. I think this may ultimately be a...

  2. First hand information on the Army Reserve STRAP program

    markisrn replied to OrthoRN09's topic in Government, Military

    Graduate 2010, I think that you have to be an RN to do STRAP, but I could be wrong. There may be other options available to you as well. I would talk to an AMEDD recruiter and make a plan, and no...

  3. First hand information on the Army Reserve STRAP program

    markisrn replied to OrthoRN09's topic in Government, Military

    More on this...I know that MSN is your destination, but they will probably require you to get your BSN along the way if you are going in as a

  4. First hand information on the Army Reserve STRAP program

    markisrn replied to OrthoRN09's topic in Government, Military

    I wouldn't go that way. I am a STRAP officer in the reserves getting my BSN. I got loan repayment in my contract too. All I had to do was ask. I would go Reserves, STRAP and loan repayment, but...

  5. Just Commissioned as a 1st LT in the USAR. How Long for Orders?

    markisrn replied to DMURSE1's topic in Government, Military

    Probably 60 days. That how long my orders took..

  6. Getting commision while in school?

    markisrn replied to blueman213's topic in Government, Military

    You can take a direct commission in the Army Reserve as an ADN and finish your BSN while you are in. Check out the STRAP program. That is what I am

  7. Soon to be RN in need of some guidance

    markisrn replied to molmac23's topic in Government, Military

    I suggest to search your soul and see where your thoughts and feelings are coming from. Being a self-proclaimed pacifist will definitely throw up a road block for you, as a matter of fact, it is a...

  8. Can new RN grad/No BSN enlist in the military?

    markisrn replied to Bree88's topic in Government, Military

    I am an 0-2 in the Army Reserve with an ADN. I am getting my BSN online through the Army STRAP program. It's a sweet deal. I get 1905.00/mo stipend and I am doing the healthcare loan repayment. I...

  9. First hand information on the Army Reserve STRAP program

    markisrn replied to OrthoRN09's topic in Government, Military

    corvettels2, I was told if I go 1/2 time that I wouldn't be attached to APMC anymore and that I would be assigned to a unit. Are you attached to APMC and half-time? Thanks in advance for your...

  10. Medical Screening Form... how long?

    markisrn replied to beepeadoo's topic in Government, Military

    Brian, I did the DODMERB physical too. It takes time...lot's of it...Be patient, but at the same time demand answers from your recruiter. Ask for his boss if you need to. Good luck and don't worry...

  11. First hand information on the Army Reserve STRAP program

    markisrn replied to OrthoRN09's topic in Government, Military

    Corvettels2, I am wanting to switch to half time STRAP and you have already given me some great advice..thanks. I am attached to APMC, I asked one of the MAJs about it and she said "It is not...

  12. First hand information on the Army Reserve STRAP program

    markisrn replied to OrthoRN09's topic in Government, Military

    Corvettels2, that's great. Is the unit that you drill with medical? The only one near me is a Transportation unit. I wonder if I could drill with them? Another question..are you using loan...

  13. First hand information on the Army Reserve STRAP program

    markisrn replied to OrthoRN09's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks for the

  14. First hand information on the Army Reserve STRAP program

    markisrn replied to OrthoRN09's topic in Government, Military

    I am in STRAP now, but does anyone know if I have to stay a full time student. Can I go half

  15. Just Commissioned as a 1st LT in the USAR. How Long for Orders?

    markisrn replied to DMURSE1's topic in Government, Military

    Welcome to the fold LT. Congratualations! I agree with Jeck on the 30-60 days, providing your recruiter got your packet

  16. First hand information on the Army Reserve STRAP program

    markisrn replied to OrthoRN09's topic in Government, Military

    Make sure you are talking to an AMEDD recruiter. Whoever told you that you needed to go to a brick and mortar school is out of touch. DIC Harwould's info is right on the money though. Good luck...

  17. First hand information on the Army Reserve STRAP program

    markisrn replied to OrthoRN09's topic in Government, Military

    Re: First hand information on the Army Reserve STRAP program I was told that I could not and that it had to be a brick and mortar school. Sitting in class. I had wanted to do an online program, but...

  18. Does STRAP program accept online classes?

    markisrn replied to dynastykb's topic in Government, Military

    I am a STRAP nurse in the Army Reserve working on my BSN online. I also have opted for healthcare loan repayment. It is the common way to go. I am a full time student and I work full time as well....

  19. How to do a Commissioning Ceremony?

    markisrn replied to Spencer2002's topic in Government, Military

    Just make sure that it is meaningful and memorable to you. Mine was a simple, outdoor ceremony with friends and

  20. Army Reserves

    markisrn replied to Andrew, RN's topic in Government, Military

    I agree with your logic and hope it works out for you. Don't give up, even if you have to wait for the BSN to be complete. By the way, I grew up in Benton and am quite familiar with RLC. It is a...

  21. US Army recruitment question

    markisrn replied to JDCitizen's topic in Government, Military

    All I know for sure, is if you are at all interested, you won't fare well by waiting for the recruiters to contact you. You gotta be on the top of there mind every moment from now on. The old...

  22. Army Reserves

    markisrn replied to Andrew, RN's topic in Government, Military

    I am a STRAP officer, 1st LT, in the Army Reserve. It's a pretty sweet deal. I commissioned May 26th. My orders just came through this week so I should be getting my stipend checks pretty soon....

  23. preparation for OBLC

    markisrn replied to Staczse7's topic in Government, Military

    Hear you loud and clear on the good fitting boots. thanks! What brand and type of boots are the best. I heard the Altama Exospeed were a good choice. Any

  24. Enlighten me please!

    markisrn replied to MotivatedOne's topic in Government, Military

    Sorry about calling you a he. Happy to answer any questions that I can along the

  25. 2 June Boards(Questions, pls help)

    markisrn replied to hopeful_army_NP's topic in Government, Military

    Diva-RNMom24, Best of luck. Hang in there with this long, long process. It'll all get done eventually. I commissioned May 26th and am waiting for orders. In the meantime, I continue to go to school...