I am applying to the Army ROTC in the hope that by doing so I will develop into an officer who represents the best in citizenship, responsibility and community service of the United States of America. Many feel obligated to serve out of a sense of duty and while I understand this point of view I think many of my peers do not understand what a privilege it is to serve and to have brave soldiers protecting them everyday. I have been intrigued by the concept since I was a little girl listening to the stories of my family members who had served in the Peace Corps and in the Armed Forces. The idea of traveling around the world and helping others is the best adventure I could hope for in my future. My original plan was to graduate from college first then I had the chance to speak to an Army Recruiter who informed me of the opportunities open for High School graduates. That was when I had a revelation while contemplating my life plan I realized just how fortunate I was to be an American. I was impressed by the overwhelming presence of conflict and disease in the world. I realized then how fortunate we are that so many make the choice and sacrifice to serve and protect us from all of the dangers in the world. I also came to understand that serving in the Peace Corps, while a noble cause would not repay the debt of gratitude I owe to the country and soldiers who have protected me all these years. .
I have always had an internal drive to do and be the best at everything I attempt to do. This is a character trait that I know will be beneficial both as an ROTC cadet and ultimately as an Army officer. I push myself because I know that the next obstacle I come across might require just a little more effort and I deplore the feeling of coming up short. As the captain of my tennis team, a swim coach and instructor, and a student council representative, I have learned leadership it is not enough to push yourself but you must also motivate those around you to give more effort than they thought was possible in order to come out on top.
I raised my right army and swore, "I, ______ __________, do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will obey the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations and the uniform code of m...
