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Sergeant Cortez Showcases Family to Attract New Recruits

1/14/2026

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First Sergeant Rosa Cortez of the Oregon National Guard in Dallas, Oregon, emphasizes personal connections in recruitment.
On December 6, 2025, at a soccer game, she showcased her family, including her two daughters, to potential recruits.
Cortez says sharing her college diploma and military awards helps promote the military and its benefits.
Her approach highlights relatability as a key factor in attracting new members to the Oregon National Guard.

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Story summary

First Sergeant Rosa Cortez of the Oregon National Guard in Dallas, Oregon, emphasizes personal connections in recruitment.
On December 6, 2025, at a soccer game, she showcased her family, including her two daughters, to potential recruits.
Cortez says sharing her college diploma and military awards helps promote the military and its benefits.
Her approach highlights relatability as a key factor in attracting new members to the Oregon National Guard.