NCO Journal August 2024 Articles
The official magazine of noncommissioned officer professional development
Spiritual Readiness
By Chief Warrant Officer Ronald F. Sellers
In an increasingly secular society, Soldiers should develop personal beliefs and values. Military leaders don’t hesitate to become involved in physical readiness, so why not spiritual readiness?
Article published on: Aug. 30, 2024
Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education
By Francisco J. Raffaele Sr.
The final article in the Driving Change series details NCOLCoE’s efforts to analyze the learning continuum for joint service NCOs. It outlines the plans to update the joint learning areas and the entire curriculum to ensure the content is sequential and progressive.
Article published on: Aug. 26, 2024
International Professional Military Education Program
By Sgt. Maj. Paola M. Delarosa-Lloret
The fifth article in the Driving Change series discusses the International Professional Military Education program managed by NCOLCoE. It aligns military training with strategic objectives across global combatant commands, fostering shared understanding and cooperation.
Article published on: Aug. 26, 2024
IMSPC: Building Relationships and Interoperability
By Retired Command Sgt. Maj. David J. Lee Jr., Sgt. Maj. Timothy D. Roberts, and Retired Sgt. Maj. Cody J. Thomas
The fourth article in the Driving Change series presents the expansion of the International Military Student Pre-Course at SGM-A. It provides international students with the tools and knowledge to evaluate their current NCO development programs and shape their future, thereby improving U.S. Army interoperability with allied forces.
Article published on: Aug. 26, 2024
The Shadow Side of Loyalty
By Master Sgt. David R. Chadburn
Loyalty in the Army encompasses virtues such as resilience, commitment, and trust. Yet misplaced loyalty can lead to harassment, cover-ups, and retaliation. MSG David R. Chadburn peers into the shadow side of loyalty and offers ways to avoid dilemmas.
Article published on: Aug. 23, 2024
Revolutionizing Soldier Professional Development
By Retired 1st Sgt. James Gregg
Investing in Soldier professional development enriches skill sets, builds lethality, and ultimately contributes to LSCO success. The Army can uphold a global competitive advantage and strengthen Soldiers’ lifelong learning by supporting their PME.
Article published on: Aug. 19, 2024
A Versatile, Resilient Force Through H2F
By Sgt. Maj. Dustin M. Oliveira
The U.S. Army's Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program aims to improve soldiers' readiness across multiple domains. The article highlights implementation challenges, such as resistance to change, and stresses the importance of leadership engagement and education to fully integrate H2F and enhance the Army's resilience and combat effectiveness.
Article published on: Aug. 16, 2024
The Ultima Scholars: Enhancing NCO Education Through Scholarly Research
By Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Nelson
This second article in the Driving Change Series introduces Ultima Scholars at SGM-A, an initiative designed to enhance military education and encourage scholarly research. This effort aims to expand the Army’s intellectual capabilities and address complex contemporary issues.
Article published on: Aug. 12, 2024
The Army Barracks Problem
By Master Sgt. Glenn S. DeSimon Jr.
This article examines barracks issues, their effects on the Army, their root causes, explores solutions, and evaluates them through ethical lenses.
Article published on: Aug. 9, 2024
Drive Change: The NCO Leadership Center of Excellence
By Retired Sgts. Maj. David L. Stewart and Jesse W. McKinney
This first article in the Driving Change Series outlines the strategic overhaul undertaken by NCOLCoE to improve communication, collaboration, and operational efficiency. This transformation is a testament to the organization’s commitment to adapt and evolve in response to the changing landscape of military operations.
Article published on: Aug. 5, 2024
Making Military Service Relevant to Gen Z
By Christopher Rodriguez
New approaches to branding and representation may ensure recruiting issues don't resurface. By creating a marketing campaign highlighting the path to professional civilian success, the Army can reach younger generations who perceive the military negatively.
Article published on: Aug. 2, 2024