SSG Mully - South Forth Worth RCTG STN

As a kid growing up in Cville, with parents working in the UVA medical system, we always took time to go see the Cavaliers play whenever we could Now that I’m in Texas, it’s not often that I get to see UVA games live. Trekked out to Dallas last night to watch play against . It was a great game to watch and see Coach Mox and the team put in work. Gonna be eyeing the next time any UVA comes to town. 🔶🔷🔶🔷

Memories got me missing Korea, my team, and the KATUSA snack bar. This was circa 2020, with SGT Lee finishing his time in the ROK Army and getting a group photo before heading out. Wonder what this dude is up to these days.

Military service members are slated to a 4.5% raise beginning in January of 2025, with Junior Enlisted (E1-E4) seeing an additional 10% raise, beginning in April. This unprecedented raise is meant to decrease the gap between Junior Enlisted and the rest of the ranks. For context, I came into the Army as a SPC with a BS Degree in 2015:

SPC Mullinax circa 2015: $2,048/mo
SPC Mullinax circa 2016 w/ 18% raise: $2,088/mo
SPCs 2025: $3,015/mo
PVTs: $2,135-2309

17yo kids are with a HS Diploma or GED can now come in and make more than I did with a degree at 22yo. While money isn’t the only driving factor for military service, it is nice to have a steady income, especially in active service, and the prospectus of promotions and annual raises that continually increase that number, and when life costs are minimal.

If you’re ready to start making that secured income, hmu today!

Another day, another college fair, another opportunity to discuss how the US Army can help high school students with their future goals. The common misconception is that you have to make a choice. However, myself and are both examples of how you can achieve both. We both entered the Army with a Bachelor’s Degree and are both currently pursuing our Master’s while working full time in uniform. I’ve even been blessed to maintain a 4.0 through 4 courses! So to all the students, stop by our table to discuss how we can help you.