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The USMEPCOM military member and civilian employee of the year finalists pose for a photo during the Naval Station Great Lakes battle station.
Excellence in Action: Military and Civilian Members Shine during Annual Competition
By Tyechia Price | Sept. 11, 2025
Carrying on a proud tradition of excellence, United States Military Entrance Processing Command (USMEPCOM) recognized outstanding individuals whose dedication, resilience, and merit shined bright throughout the year during the annual Military Member and Civilian Employee of the Year competition, held Sept. 8-10 at USMEPCOM headquarters in North Chicago, Ill.
USMEPCOM began piloting a new program that allows school staff to be trained and administer the computerized Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) Career Exploration Program (CEP) test, Sept. 8.
USMEPCOM Launches Pilot Program Empowering Schools to Administer ASVAB Tests Online
By Derrik Noack | Sept. 8, 2025
USMEPCOM began piloting a new program that allows school staff to be trained and administer the computerized Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) Career Exploration Program (CEP) test, Sept. 8.
Jesus Flores, USMEPCOM command paralegal, and his dog Dino share a smile after finishing a 5K together. Flores, once 60 pounds heavier, now inspires others at USMEPCOM as a sharp-dressed ultra marathon runner.
No Excuses: How Flores Beat the Odds and Found Strength in the Struggle
By Derrik Noack | Aug. 15, 2025
Every morning at 4 a.m., Jesus Flores begins his day with a ritual. Before some of us open our eyes, he’s at the ironing board, pressing his pants and shirt, choosing a tie that completes his signature look: crisp, coordinated and confident.
Chief Master Sgt. Adrienne Warren, USMEPCOM Eastern Sector Senior Enlisted Advisor, shares remarks during her change of responsibility ceremony. USMEPCOM's Eastern Sector held a Change of Responsibility and retirement ceremony on July 31, 2025.
USMEPCOM’s Eastern Sector Welcomes New SEA
By Ashley Toomey | July 31, 2025
Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Adrienne Warren accepted responsibility as the new senior enlisted advisor (SEA) of Eastern Sector, USMEPCOM, succeeding Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Daniel Kenemore during a change of responsibility and retirement ceremony July 31 at USMEPCOM headquarters in North Chicago, Ill.
Carol Urbano (left) and Metuschelah Francois (right), phlebotomy externs, pose in front of Jacksonville MEPS. The Jacksonville MEPS team welcomed the first two phlebotomy externs to help assist with collecting vitals, drawing blood and urine samples and conducting vision and audio screenings.
Phlebotomy Externships at the Jacksonville MEPS: A Partnership in Progress
By Capt. Heidi Sand and Maj. Jason Decker | July 17, 2025
Jacksonville MEPS recently welcomed Carol Urbano and Metuschelah Francois —the first externs from Concorde Career Institute to support operations within the MEPS medical department.
Participants of annual 60 Miles for Veterans charity bike ride in Connellsville, Pa. pose for a group photo. Army Maj. Amaquah Bonsu, Pittsburgh MEPS commander, and Army Capt. Nate Wilson participated in the charity bike ride, raising more than $2,300 for local veterans.
Pittsburgh MEPS Supports Veterans with 60-Mile Charity Bike Ride
By Ashley Toomey | July 9, 2025
For Pittsburgh Military Entrance Processing Station commander Amy Maj. Amaquah Bonsu and Operations Officer Army Capt. Nate Wilson, a 60-mile charity bike ride through the Great Allegheny Passage was more than a test of endurance—it was a commitment to community, leadership and support for fellow service members.
Army Col. Nicole Jepsen, USMEPCOM Eastern Sector commander, shares remarks during her Assumption of Command ceremony. USMEPCOM held an Assumption of Command ceremony for its Eastern Sector on June 2 in North Chicago, Ill.
USMEPCOM’s Eastern Sector Holds Assumption of Command Ceremony
By Ashley Toomey | July 2, 2025
U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command hosted an Eastern Sector Assumption of Command ceremony at its headquarters July 2, officially welcoming Army Col. Nicole Jepsen as the new Eastern Sector commander.
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