09/05/2026
From Cadet to Commissioned Officer
Resilience. Purpose. One day at a time.
MEET 2LT WILSON
🎓 Major: Psychology
🩺 Branch: Medical Service
🇺🇸 National Guard: Enlisted December 2022
Her journey started with a search for purpose.
2LT Wilson enlisted in the National Guard while continuing to pursue her civilian career — a decision that eventually became part of her journey toward commissioning as an officer.
THE ROAD TO COMMISSIONING
The road to becoming an Army Officer wasn’t always easy.
Through injuries, setbacks, and challenges, 2LT Wilson continued moving forward.
Her mindset when things got difficult?
“Take it one day at a time and trust the process.”
2LT WILSON STARTER PACK
🥪 Go-to snack: Uncrustable
🎧 Music: Metal, rock & anything LOUD
🪖 Essential ROTC item: Her battle buddies
💬 Most-used phrase:
“IDK, I just work here.”
THE COMEBACK
23 months ago, 2LT Wilson fell more than 30 feet, breaking her back.
What could have ended her journey became part of her story.
Through recovery, setbacks, and challenges, she continued working toward the goal she started.
23 MONTHS LATER…
SHE COMMISSIONED. 🇺🇸
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED.
Every challenge, setback, and long day led to this moment.
Congratulations, 2LT Wilson, on earning your commission as an Army Officer!
The Bear Battalion is proud of you. 🐻🇺🇸
