{"id":5753,"date":"2020-02-24T19:42:21","date_gmt":"2020-02-24T19:42:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wordpress.lvc.edu\/wordpress\/lavie\/?p=5753"},"modified":"2020-02-24T19:42:21","modified_gmt":"2020-02-24T19:42:21","slug":"becoming-a-marine-officer-while-in-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.lvc.edu\/lavie\/2020\/02\/24\/becoming-a-marine-officer-while-in-college\/","title":{"rendered":"Becoming a Marine Officer while in college"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Kayleigh Johnson \u201822, staff writer <\/p>\n

Joining the Marine Corps as an officer while in college is difficult, but a rewarding experience. <\/p>\n

In order to be eligible, interested applicants must be between 18 and 28 years of age, a citizen of the United States and a full-time student at an accredited school or already possess a bachelor\u2019s degree. In order to become an officer, candidates must pass a physical exam, attend and graduate from Officer Candidates School. <\/p>\n

One LVC student who is currently going through this procedure is Michaela Burris. She began the process in July 2019. <\/p>\n

\u201cThe process has been tiring at times, but if you know this is what you want to do, do it,\u201d Burris, a sophomore accounting major, said. \u201cI\u2019m very glad I still get to finish college, but also follow my dream of becoming a Marine officer.\u201d <\/p>\n

Interested students should speak to an Officer Selection Officer. An officer will answer any questions and help decide whether the Marine Corps is the right fit for a potential candidate. Once it has been determined that the Marines is a good choice, this officer will guide the candidate through the physical conditioning required to pass the Personal Fitness Tests. <\/p>\n

While in the process of joining, candidates must maintain a regular workout program on their own time and complete standardized Personal Fitness Tests. They must also attend pool functions monthly to improve their fitness and leadership skills. <\/p>\n

“Michaela is exactly what we are looking for in our Marine Officer applicants,\u201d Captain James Hubler, Officer Selection Officer, said when asked for a quote. \u201cShe possesses the required physical, mental, and morale toughness. She has shown a high level of dedication and makes every effort to succeed within the pool.\u201d <\/p>\n

Interested LVC students should email Captain Hubler at James.Hubler@marines.usmc.mil for more information.<\/p>\n

Pictured: Michaela Burris accepting her contract.<\/p>\n

Picture provided by Michaela Burris.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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