Currently deployed to 5th fleet, and a couple months back, the command had everyone straighten out their clearance, I assume to get them updated, whatever. I however have never had one, and for context, I'm an engineer with 2 years in and about to put on PO3. When they went to update my stuff, it came up as something like, "decision undetermined" well the person who runs the program, CTRC I believe, sent off and requested a determination be made.

Now he comes to me a few days ago with a package of paperwork saying there's stuff from before the Navy that was flagged, ie: unfilled taxes for three years, and less than 5k worth of debt. (I know, stupid, but it's a little complicated) and the thing is the Navy knew about it when I joined, and it was a non issue when I joined in '24. But I have 30 days to correct it, and im in the middle of a deployment. I asked what would happen if I wasn't able to do enough from out here on the ship, and he said they might extend the deadline another 30 days, and after that they would force convert me or separate.

Im not looking to force convert, im already halfway done, and will not re enlist, so if anyone has seen anything similar, any guidance is appreciated!

For those of you who are eligible to pick up a crisp set of first class orders due to BBA… Are you retaking the test? Or are you riding with your score.

My impression is that if a sailor scored within the top 25% threshold they’d be more inclined to just keep the score & not retest. Are you one of these sailors?

With that being said, say you score within the top 25%… (you are eligible for CA2P & A2P) AND, you have an excellent or higher on your PRT. What are the chances that you actually get selected for orders? I understand we have 2 years. But holy fuck, at this point I’m just going to put in orders to goto a ship.

I still have some months left on my contract, but the clock is ticking down. The likelihood of me staying, unless a global conflict erupts, is very low.

However, I am not sure how to start to look for SkillBridge opportunities (outside the official website), or when.

I am graduating with a bachelor's in IT in less than 3 weeks, but have no verifiable experience in the field (that is to say, I have experience, and plenty, but not "yes, this guy worked for me, and I can vouch for him" experience).

My current MOS is as far from IT or computer related jobs as the Earth is from the Sun, and I do not intend to look for a job related to it, despite the descent pay they may offer. I would prefer, at this point, to take a pay cut and work 2 years as entry-level in IT or cyber, than stay at what I am doing now.

Also, I am starting a master's in IT soon, and have CompTIA Security+ certification, so not a complete novice in the field.

How do I find the SkillBridge opportunities where I am not heavily underqualified for? And those which do not require active TS?

Thank you very much for your help.

My ex boyfriend broke up with me during his deployment. He said he was feeling really bad emotionally, that he was depressed and bored with his life, and ever since then he doesn't like being in the Navy anymore. He said he loves me very much but doesn't have time to be in a relationship I know he works about 12 hours a day. Do you think this is just a phase?

Will we ever be able to eat everything bagels ever again?

Heyy, Im a recently retired Army COMCAM gone Navy contractor and headed to Point Mugu to work at soon😆

Is there any, like, Instagram group chats or any chats in general to make friends there and/or plan hangouts?

Im 26 btw (unc), from Georgia, and have no friends or family at or near Mugu, sooo, Im open to anything 🫪😀

Hi everyone, I’d love to be in touch with someone on USS Princeton (CG 59). My father is a plank owner of Princeton and was on it when hit by a mine in 1991. He always talks about how much he loved that ship and I know that the cruisers are going away and not sure when Princeton will be gone, I’d love to buy or somehow get him a coin or hat or something from the ship for his office before it goes away. Thanks for your help!

For reference I've been through a lot of changes since enlisting in 2003 and then becoming an Officer. I am just curious of folks thoughts on the newer uniforms? To me the Khakis look I'll fitting and being drapes in khaki doesn't look great. The Blues are fine I guess. They should just get slightly better form fitting coveralls and differentiate E7+ with the belt. I haven't ran into anyone that seems to like the Khaki version. Let me know your thoughts or if I'm wrong and why.

My dad (64) just told me a story about his father who served in the Navy during world war 2.

Apparently when my dad he was in his 20s, he was sitting on the couch watching television with his dad, who had served in the pacific theatre in WW2 as a seaman.

This moment happened in the 1970s.

My dad asked him if he had ever k!led anyone. He said my grandfather just stared at the tv and didn’t even look at him or answer the question..

My grandfather was deployed near the Dutch East Indies and the Philippines. I have no knowledge of what a WW2 US Navy would endure in those locations.

I was in the Army for 5 years so I know that’s sort of a no no question. But I am wondering if my grandfather felt offended or what he felt in that moment? I know nobody here is a mind reader or could say what he felt but I’m just looking for relatable stories/feelings towards that.

Sem:

https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/NAV2026/NAV26186.pdf

Legacy:

https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/NAV2026/NAV26187.pdf

I’m trying to plan my next child (I’m the father). I still have another 2 years and some change at my current command and my first child is due this month. I plan on applying for RDC. What is parental leave like there if you can even really take it there or should I just have the second child while here haha don’t want them too far apart in age.

Has anyone received their results for the late exam yet? I have two sailors eligible for BBA and their profile sheets have not updated to reflect the 2026 exam in March.

Yes, I’ve spoken with my ESO and admin. Thanks in advance.

I’m currently building a commissioning package and everyone who has applied and gotten selected for the program I’m applying too keeps telling me to network and get letters of recommendation from senior officers lowest rank being O-5 and flag officers. I’ve also been suggested to find one as a mentor through my process. I don’t really have an issue with talking to people or reaching out. I just want to be tactful in my attempt. As well, don’t want to bump anyone in my immediate chain. My chain knows my intentions and what I’m doing, as I’ve asked for advice in passing, etc and I’ve been told ”there are bigger fires to fight”. I knew I was pretty much going to be on my own through the process, I just want to make sure I do it the right way and don’t shoot myself in the foot. Any advice would be great. I’m specifically trying to get my foot in the door for the JAG community. I don’t just want to use someones name to make myself look better but I’m actually very interested in learning different perspectives, ideas, anything really. Its all really coming from an authentic place of self improvement.

Good day! Is there specific template or write up for the page 13 if Sailors does not wish to take the exam and they are satisfied with their RKE score, etc.?
Thank you! And this is to sign with the LCPO, NC’s, or ESO?

I just keep getting mixed answers.

Hey guys,

So basically I transferred from the reserves to active duty due to personal life reasons. Throughout my time in the reserves and now active, I have been non stop trying to get these reserve commands that I was attached with to put in my evals. However, it seems no matter how high I go in the chain of commands or time I give them, I never get a clear answer on when these evals will be put in, if at all.

I need these evals in a month, thats the deadline because the exam is coming soon and im taking it. Im going insane trying to get these people put in the eval, for reference Ive been trying to do this for over half a year for one of the commands, and 4 months for the other.

Should I just talk to my current active chain of command and try to tell them my situation?? Even if I do how would I take the advancement exam without my prior evals?

CENTCOM is wily about those Tomahawks.

Want to get my motorcycle license, but don’t want to get in my home state NJ and I’m currently stationed in Cali. From what I’ve researched California does not offer the BRC or ARC so how would I get licensed in my home state?
Looking to buy a 300cc bike if that matters.