The energy of the students is amazing. I’m the quartermaster and it is great to be with officer cadets who are enthusiastic and committed to learning.
Capt Joe Fleming, Lancs (pictured above)
Getting so much exposure to army life. I’m studying ancient history and looking at The Parachute Regiment or airborne forces more generally.
OCdt Kit Jackson-Brown, University of Liverpool
Realising that I want to join the army. The reserve, rather than the regular, route is for me – hopefully with 4th Battalion, The Parachute Regiment. I’m studying aerospace engineering and am between years on a work placement.
OCdt Ethan Ellis-Sixsmith, Sheffield Hallam University
I’ve discovered that army life is definitely for me – I’ve already done my main board and I’m going to Sandhurst in September next year. I’ve been studying history and economics and I’m hoping to commission into the Welsh Guards.
OCdt Kaspar Rameshni, University of Manchester
Definitely the experience of military life – honestly, you will not know how enjoyable it can be until you try for yourself. You see how many different career roles there are too, including midwifery, which I’m studying.
OCdt Lydia Ridgway, University of Salford
Seeing young people grow in confidence and become more self-aware is great. I have been 2iC at this regiment for the past year or so – it’s a rewarding job.
Maj Alec McKenzie, QoY
Understanding more about myself. I didn’t think I would be physically capable of military life until I joined the regiment. I’m studying animal behaviour and considering the light cavalry.
OCdt Olivia Gilbertson, Manchester Metropolitan University
There are so many opportunities – especially in sport. My application for the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst has already been sent. In future, I’m hoping for a career in the intelligence field.
OCdt Molly Drown, University of Manchester
