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Candidates from OCC-239 walk across the OCS parade deck for the final time, having successfully completed Officer Candidates School. Congratulations to these young men and women, and welcome to the Marine Corps! If you would like to watch the graduation ceremony in its entirety, please visit our official YouTube Channel. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LaMar)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-239, participate in the Battalion Commander's Motivational Run. The Motivational Run presents an opportunity for the candidates and training company staff to capitalize on the esprit de corps, teamwork, and camaraderie developed over the course of the training cycle. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
OCC-239 Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony.
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The officer candidates OCC-239, Alpha and Delta conduct their graduation ceremony having successfully completed weeks of arduous training, screening, and eva...
Good morning families and friends of OCS,
OCC-239 Graduation&Commissioning program is available here.
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-239, conduct basic water survival training. To qualify in basic water survival, candidates must perform various evolutions including swimming in full utility uniform, jumping into deep water from a tower, and treading water. Water survival training is designed to reduce fear, raise self-confidence, and increase survivability in the water. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from OCC-239 conduct Montford Point Challenge (MPC) carrying (3) 40mm ammo cans, a stretcher with (3) 75lbs sandbags and a log. MPC includes a combination of 3 courses; Juniors Stamina Course, Senior Stamina Course and a portion of the Combat Course. The purpose of the MPC is to Honor and Celebrate the selfless sacrifice and heroism of the Montford Point Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-239 receive their Eagle, Globe, and Anchor (EGA). This ceremony in which they receive the EGA signifies that they now earned their place in the Marine Corps and the title that few will ever hold. The title of Marine. (U.S Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-239 conduct their Close Order Drill competition at Officer Candidates School. The purpose of the Close Order Drill is to enable a commander to move their unit from one place to another in a efficient and orderly manner. Providing simple instructions from which combat formations, that were once utilized, may be assumed by the unit. Additionally drill is used to help instill habits of precision, response to orders, and to increase unit cohesion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
OCC-239 Family Day and Graduation and Commissioning is just around the
corner. For details about those days, please see the slides from the family
information packet, in addition to our event page for each event. We look
forward to celebrating your candidate's accomplishment with you this
weekend.
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-239 conduct the Small Unit Leadership Evaluation III (SULE III). The purpose of SULE III is to evaluate each candidate's situational leadership while operating in a physically and mentally stressful environment, particularly while assigned as a candidate squad leader. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-239, navigate through the Endurance Course. The Endurance Course includes a 3.2 Mile run and various obstacles that would likely be seen in a battlefield environment. The purpose of the Endurance Course is to test the candidate’s physical endurance and technical ability to negotiate various obstacles while wearing a Load Bearing Vest and Service Weapon. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co,. OCC-239 navigate through the Obstacle Course. The purpose of the Obstacle Course is to test the candidate’s ability to negotiate obstacles using the correct techniques while displaying a high level of agility, muscular strength, and stamina. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
SgtMaj Bilenski, the outgoing Sergeant Major for Officer Candidates School, welcomes the incoming Sergeant Major, SgtMaj Beckett, at a relief and appointment ceremony on Marine Corps Base Quantico. The relief and appointment ceremony acknowledges the accomplishments of SgtMaj Bilenski during his time as the Sergeant Major, and welcomes SgtMaj Beckett into his new position. The passing of the Non-Commissioned Officer Sword signifies the transfer of sacred trust from one Sergeant Major to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-239, conduct the Combat Fitness Test (CFT). The CFT is one way OCS can assess the candidates' physical fitness in a broad spectrum of combat related tasks designed to test their strength, stamina, agility, coordination, and anaerobic capacity. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-239, conduct Small Unit Leadership Evaluation I (SULE I). Candidates are evaluated on application of learned concepts, leadership, and decision-making ability in the role of a fire team leader. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-239, conduct their final Physical Fitness Test (PFT). The purpose of the PFT is to evaluate a candidate's ability to meet commissioning standards and to assess overall physical fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-239, conduct the Combat Course. The Combat Course provides an austere environment littered with obstacles in which the candidates must negotiate with their fire team. The tactical skills emphasized include use of cover and concealment, fire team movement, and security. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Alpha Co., OCC-239, conduct the Seniors Upper Body Development course aboard Officer Candidates School. The purpose of the Seniors Upper Body Development course is to improve upper body strength and endurance by performing a series of upper body exercises. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Delta Co., OCC-239, conduct the Abdominal Push Pull Press (APPP) workout aboard Officer Candidates School. The purpose of APPPs is to develop the candidate’s upper body and core strength and improve their muscular eudrance in preparation for the PFT and CFT. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-239, conduct the Juniors Fartlek Course aboard Officer Candidates School. The purpose of the Juniors Fartlek Course is to develop and enhance strength, stamina, and endurance through a series of exercises performed after a run to each station. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from A and D Co., OCC-239 induct into training and meet their platoon staff aboard Officer Candidates School.
Training has begun.
(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
The Candidates from A and D Co., OCC-239 conduct their initial Physical Fitness Test at Officer Candidates School during in-processing, prior to inducting into training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from A and D Co., OCC-239 arrive to Brown Field, Officer Candidates School, aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from OCC-238 walk across the OCS parade deck for the final time, having successfully completed Officer Candidates School. Congratulations to these young men and women, and welcome to the Marine Corps! If you would like to watch the graduation ceremony in its entirety, please visit our official YouTube Channel. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mitchell Johnson)
Good morning to families and friends of Officer Candidates School. The gate to Brown Field of Officer candidates School will be open to the public at 7:00 AM. The gate will close at 8:50 AM. The graduation ceremony and commissioning ceremony will begin promptly at 9:00 AM and will conclude at 10:20 AM. We strongly encourage blankets and layers for the cool weather expected and the metal bleachers used for seating. Thank you to all families and friends, and congratulations to all graduates of Officer Candidates Class 238.
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-238 receive their Eagle, Globe, and Anchor (EGA). This ceremony in which they receive the EGA signifies that they now earned their place in the Marine Corps and the title that few will ever hold. The title of Marine. (U.S Marine Corps photo by Sgt Gumchol Cho and Lance Cpl. Jaiden O. Sangster)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-238 conduct the Medal of Honor Run. The Medal of Honor Run is a motivational run intended to show appreciation for the sacrifices made by the Marines and Sailors who have come before them. Along the run route are multiple Medal of Honor citations that are read aloud by an individual candidate. Understanding the legacy of those who have gone before them inspires self-reflection within each candidate as to whether or not they are worthy of leading such Marines and carrying on that legacy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gumchol Cho and Lance Cpl. Jaiden O. Sangster)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-238, navigate through the Endurance Course. The Endurance Course includes a 3.2 Mile run and various obstacles that would likely be seen in a battlefield environment. The purpose of the Endurance Course is to test the candidate’s physical endurance and technical ability to negotiate various obstacles while wearing a Load Bearing Vest and Service Weapon. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gumchol Cho and Lance Cpl. Jaiden O. Sangster)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-238 participate in Marine Corps' 246th birthday. Keeping with the Marine Corps tradition, the oldest Marine (Col Hyman, OCS Commanding Officer) cuts and passes a piece of cake to the youngest Marine present, representing the passing down of Knowledge and Traditions from one generation of Marines to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gumchol Cho)
Candidates from Delta Co., OCC-238 conduct the Small Unit Leadership Evaluation III (SULE III). The purpose of SULE III is to evaluate each candidate's situational leadership while operating in a physically and mentally stressful environment, particularly while assigned as a candidate squad leader. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gumchol Cho and Lance Cpl. Jaiden O. Sangster)
Candidates from Alpha Co., OCC-238 conduct the Small Unit Leadership Evaluation III (SULE III). The purpose of SULE III is to evaluate each candidate's situational leadership while operating in a physically and mentally stressful environment, particularly while assigned as a candidate squad leader. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gumchol Cho and Lance Cpl. Jaiden O. Sangster)
Candidates from Alpha and Delta Co., OCC-238 conduct their Close Order Drill competition at Officer Candidates School. The purpose of the Close Order Drill is to enable a commander to move their unit from one place to another in a efficient and orderly manner. Providing simple instructions from which combat formations, that were once utilized, may be assumed by the unit. Additionally drill is used to help instill habits of precision, response to orders, and to increase unit cohesion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jaiden O. Sangster)
Candidates from Alpha Co., OCC-238 navigate through the Obstacle Course. The purpose of the Obstacle Course is to test the candidate’s ability to negotiate obstacles using the correct techniques while displaying a high level of agility, muscular strength, and stamina. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gumchol Cho and Lance Cpl. Jaiden O. Sangster)
Candidates from Delta Co., OCC-238 navigate through the Obstacle Course. The purpose of the Obstacle Course is to test the candidate’s ability to negotiate obstacles using the correct techniques while displaying a high level of agility, muscular strength, and stamina. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gumchol Cho and Lance Cpl. Jaiden O. Sangster)
Candidates from Alpha Co., OCC-238 navigate through the Obstacle Course. The purpose of the Obstacle Course is to test the candidate’s ability to negotiate obstacles using the correct techniques while displaying a high level of agility, muscular strength, and stamina. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Gumchol Cho)
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