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This is just something that's been bugging me, but can military members make phone calls when they're deployed? How do they stay in touch with family or handle any personal matters back home?

Was just wondering, is it possible to join the military without getting deployed? I know it’s part of the job and all, but is there any kind of roles or certain branches where it might be less likely?

I'm wondering if different branches of the military can be deployed and stationed on the same base. If anyone has any insights or firsthand experience, it would be so helpful to hear from you!

I'm quite interested in both law enforcement and the military, and I've always wondered – do FBI agents ever get deployed on military operations? If they do, what does that look like, and under what c …

Hey folks, quick question - in case of deployments, which military personnel typically gets tapped first? Understanding this might help me decide on my preferred role if I pursue this path.

Okay, so super random thought that hit me today - if I decide to join the military after high school, I will possibly get deployed. Can anyone share their insights on what happens when you get deploye …

Hey all, my cousin recently enlisted in the military and he's pretty nervous about getting deployed. Kinda got me wondering where are the most common places soldiers are deployed these days? Is there …

Hey everyone, I'm thinking about applying to Bucknell, but I want to understand its location more. Can anyone let me in on what it's like being a student there and its surrounding area?

I've thought about joining the army and working in the military police, but I'm getting mixed information about deployment. How often do military police get deployed in the army? I understand it may v …

I'm considering Jacksonville State for the next phase of my education, but I'd like to learn more about the exact location. Can anyone familiar with the area describe it a bit?

Hi guys! I've been thinking about the military police, specifically in the Air Force, as a career option after high school. Do they get deployed a lot? How does that all work?

Hi all! I've been weighing my options for college and both Howard University and Spelman College seem like great choices. I'm drawn to both as they're notable HBCUs. Can anyone share some insight on t …

Hey there! This one's for all those military reserve peeps out there. Just curious, how often do you get deployed while serving in the reserves? Is it very frequent or more like once in a blue moon?

Hey everyone, I'm seriously pondering a future in the military after my high school years, but I'm quite unsure about some things. Can someone enlighten me? Like, is it possible to join the military w …

Hey guys. I'm considering The College of Wooster. Though I've heard the courses and campus life are great, I'm concerned about tuition. What's the total cost one should expect per year, including all …

Hey guys, thinking of UTEP for next year. Any firsthand experience with their tuition? Just trying to get a better sense of my financial situation. Any help would be appreciated!

Hello! I'm an out-of-state student considering the University of Alabama for my college studies. Can anyone here give me an idea of what the out-of-state tuition is like? It's a big factor in my decis …

Hi folks, I'm thinking about George Mason University as one of my options. I'm not from Virginia, though, so I would be an out-of-state student. What can I expect in terms of tuition?

Indiana native here, trying to stay in-state for college and looking for good public universities. Anyone have any suggestions on where to apply, especially if I'm thinking about going premed?

Hey everyone. Was wondering if any of you could give me an idea of what the student life is like at Providence College? Also, does the student population play a big factor into the overall college exp …