Only ten days into Basic Camp, and 1st Regiment is beginning to adapt to life in the Army. It’s tough, but they are not alone. On July 5, 2021, 1st Regiment took their introduction to the Army Combat Fitness Test, or ACFT. The ACFT is the Army’s new physical fitness assessment to determine a person’s general readiness for combat. It consists of six parts: deadlifts, hand-release pushups, a sprint-drag-carry, power throws, leg tucks, and finally a two-mile run. This training created a stage to display a large part of life in the Army, which is the support and bonding from peers [...]

Name: Kellie A. McCauley School: University of Cincinnati Hometown: Orange Country, CA Major: Health Science What makes this Cadet stand out from their peers? Cadet Kellie McCauley is an extremely driven and highly motivated MS II who, through her determination to succeed and confidence, is an example of a present and most qualified junior Cadet with the potential to exceed standards and become an exceptional officer. Cadet McCauley began the semester immediately knowing that her future lied within the Army. Within a matter of two months she gathered and completed all documents to include 104-R, insurance, 139-R, DODMERB physical and with a [...]