News Articles

In alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5400.17 and recent Executive Orders issued by the President, USMEPCOM has reviewed and adjusted its social media content to ensure compliance with DoD policies and priorities.

As a result, certain posts have been removed, are in a process of being removed or modified to maintain consistency with federal guidance and uphold the integrity of our official communication channels. Content will be archived in accordance with DA PAM 25–403.

USMEPCOM remains committed to transparency, professionalism, and adherence to DoD directives while continuing to engage with our community in a manner that reflects our core values.

For any questions regarding social media policies, please refer to official DoD guidance available at https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodi/

July 17, 2025

Phlebotomy Externships at the Jacksonville MEPS: A Partnership in Progress

Jacksonville MEPS recently welcomed Carol Urbano and Metuschelah Francois —the first externs from Concorde Career Institute to support operations within the MEPS medical department.

July 9, 2025

Pittsburgh MEPS Supports Veterans with 60-Mile Charity Bike Ride

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.

July 2, 2025

USMEPCOM’s Eastern Sector Holds Assumption of Command Ceremony

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.

June 25, 2025

ISC Bridges Modernization and Mission

Modernizing an organization like USMEPCOM requires more than just new tools and policies. Listening to the people who use the tools and process applicants is an essential part of that growth. The Innovation Steering Committee (ISC) bridges headquarters-led change and MEPS-level operations by connecting frontline users directly to modernization efforts.

June 3, 2025

Bridging the Gap: Memphis MEPS SEA Prepares Future Officers at Embry-Riddle

Senior Chief Petty Officer Howard Williams, Memphis MEPS senior enlisted advisor (SEA), shared his experience and perspective with officer candidates during a leadership development exercise hosted by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Navy and Marine Corps NROTC unit.

May 23, 2025

Honoring a Fallen Marine: A Father’s Tribute to Sgt. Shawn P. Martin

A father honors his son at Albany MEPS

May 19, 2025

USMEPCOM Launches AI Tool to Streamline Medical Reviews for Applicants

USMEPCOM just launched the first AI-generated summary tool for military applicant Health Information Exchange encounters, another major step forward in transforming its medical prescreening process.

May 12, 2025

The Voice That Honors: Renee Johnson's Story

If you close your eyes and listen, you might mistake Renee Johnson, administrative support specialist, J-8, for Barbara Howard from “Abbott Elementary” – the same rich, precise diction, exuding both authority and warmth. It’s a voice that commands attention yet comforts, a presence felt across USMEPCOM whenever Johnson takes the microphone to narrate awards ceremonies.

May 5, 2025

USMEPCOM Centralizes Medical Oversight with New Office

USMEPCOM officially launched the new Provider Quality Management Program Office (PQMPO) in April, a centralized office under the Command Surgeon office. This transition shifts how USMEPCOM supports its approximately 500 medical providers across 65 MEPS.

April 30, 2025

USMEPCOM Launches Mobile Processing with "MEPS in a Box"

USMEPCOM launched a new initiative dubbed “MEPS in a Box,” starting with a pilot site in Austin, Texas, April 28 – 30.