Category: Transportation

  • On my way to LDAC 2010!

    June 13, 2010

    By: Second Lieutenant Luke Ulrich


    On my way to Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) and thought I’d write a quick blog post: Today I begin LDAC, U.S. Army ROTC’s Leadership Development and Assessment Course, the capstone training exercise for Army cadets. I’m going through LDAC with the 2nd Regiment, from 14 Jun-12 Jul. After completing LDAC, I will head to Ft Leonard Wood with the 5th Engineer BN of the 4th Manuever Enhancement Brigade to conduct Cadet Troop Leader Training, an...read more

  • Why Join ROTC?

    May 26, 2010

    By: Second Lieutenant Luke Ulrich


    Much is expected of those to whom much is given. As an American, it is my duty to serve the nation that has given me so many opportunities. The warriors, statesmen, scholars, business- and tradesmen that have come before me made sacrifices to ensure continued success. America cannot reach its potential without constant sacrifices made by its citizenry. It is vital for me to give back for all that has been given to me. My country demands this of me....read more

  • Spring Commissioning 2010

    May 14, 2010

    By: Second Lieutenant Luke Ulrich


    I’ll be attending commissioning tomorrow for the Creighton University Blackwolves Battalion Class of 2010. It has been a great experience watching my friends and future comrades in arms earn their lieutenant’s bars. It is an awesome privilege and responsibility to lead the Soldiers of the United States Army. These individuals embody the characteristics that make this nation great, and I am supremely proud of them. We’ve PTed together, shared tough times...read more

  • Creighton ROTC Commissioning 2010

    May 14, 2010

    By: Second Lieutenant Luke Ulrich


    Just returned from the Creighton University Army ROTC Spring Commissioning Ceremony. It is truly a great day for these young officers as they begin their careers serving this great nation. I wish them well and good luck in all their endeavors. At the ceremony, I was seated next to my economics professor, Capt Tim Bastian, USAF (Ret.). He and I had have shared stories of military training and the ups and downs of military life. He represents the strong character of military...read more

  • Summer 2010.

    May 13, 2010

    By: Second Lieutenant Luke Ulrich


    Just enjoying my first week of my last college summer here in Omaha. Hanging around here another week before heading home for a few weeks before LDAC. It's been nice to have an apportunity to spend some time just taking it easy after finals. I'm pretty excited and nervous to get LDAC out of the way. Hoping to remember everything the cadre here has taught me. I feel pretty well prepared. We're having a training day this weekend focusing on combat patrols. The experience will be...read more

  • Exhibitor

    March 9, 2010

    By: Staff Sergeant Shahin Oskouei


    So, This is my first blog while on DSEP ( Drill Sergeant Exhibitor Program) the purpose of the program is have a active duty Drill Sergeant on location where all types of event are held to help spread the Army message. Recently we have participated in the 2010 Chicago auto show, Viva LA, and a MLB event held in Compton California. All of the events are top quality and recieve help from the local community and the Army. The last event I went...read more

  • Future Transporters. Stop in and have a look.

    February 17, 2010

    By: Staff Sergeant Glen Houghtaling


    Hello all. I'm a Staff Sergeant in the Transportation corps. I am an 88M and have been for about 12 years now. I'd like for you to learn as much as you can BEFORE signing that dotted line. I am not a recruiter nor do I honestly care whether or not you join the Service. I am just concerned with the fact that you don't know as much as you think you do about the Army. so If you have ANY questions. you can notify me through www.youtube.com/ssghooty. I've have success with my vlog...read more