Final Select Purgatory

[Kayeshorter]

Many of you have probably already seen these, but here are a few videos on youtube that I watch to "keep my eye on the prize" so to speak. They help get me pumped before a workout, or remind me of what's waiting on the other side when I'm feeling fed up with the waiting. I thought you guys might get a kick out of them, and If you have any good ones that help you get through purgatory, post them up!

 

[FormerRecruitingGuru]

Both my applicants received FINSELs for the 12 Oct OCS class this week.

 

[T-Machine]

I have found this video to be motivational for me, hope it is for you.

 

[nrodda90]

Both my applicants received FINSELs for the 12 Oct OCS class this week.

When were they selected?

 

[FormerRecruitingGuru]

When were they selected?

Around June, whenever the last SWO and Pilot boards were held respectively.

 

[Hump]

That's somewhat discouraging unless the pilot applicant was age critical. Guess us Feb board guys just have to keep our heads up and keep on training.

 

[James_1987]

It's not the waiting that is hard, it's the uncertainty for me. Just not knowing the date is the toughest part, just everything g on hold. I have been working out quite a bit though so not all bad. Enjoying Southern Florida as much as possible.

 

[brogdawg32]

Can I get some clarification @RUFiO181, @NavyOffRec or anyone else?

My recruiter indicated I'm not active duty until my graduation date of 12 Dec. @NavyOffRec stated I'm active duty the day I report to OCS (21 sept). Which one is it?

 

[Jeremiahjl85]

Just swore in to the September 21 class. Purgatory finally over.

 

[AndreasW]

Can I get some clarification @RUFiO181, @NavyOffRec or anyone else?

My recruiter indicated I'm not active duty until my graduation date of 12 Dec. @NavyOffRec stated I'm active duty the day I report to OCS (21 sept). Which one is it?

You're active duty once you start OCS, but you are not an officer/ commissioned until you graduate.

 

[FormerRecruitingGuru]

You're active duty once you start OCS, but you are not an officer/ commissioned until you graduate.

+1

 

[CmichRugger12]

Uncle Sam smiled brightly upon me today and delivered my Final Select! This December Pro-Rec is officially out of Purgatory! See you guys and gals on the other side

 

[AndreasW]

Anyone have any insight into graduation dates for those at OCS during the Christmas/New Years holiday season? How long of a break, if any, do we get while at OCS for the holidays? I've read on another thread that it is 10 day. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Mary223]

Just got my FINSEL! Oct 12 official OCS date! “My old grandmother always used to say, Summer friends will melt away like summer snows, but winter friends are friends forever.” Looking forward to meeting y'all there!
I was Pro-Y from the April Intel Board.

Also, I am curious about this holiday break everyone is referring to. It seems like a trick. Do we really get 10 days for the holidays (i.e. Christmas/New Year's)?

My dad said he reported for OCS on December 30, 1974 and that spending New Year's Eve there was the hardest nights of his life. . . so I would be happy to miss out on this shared experience.

 

[nrodda90]

Around June, whenever the last SWO and Pilot boards were held respectively.

That's great news for them! I was selected in that board, hopefully I'll hear some news soon as well. Thanks for the information!