Oregon
National Guard
Always Ready, Always There
The Oregon Army National Guard is a federally mandated and equipped military organization under the civilian direction of the Oregon Military Department, with the Governor of Oregon as its Commander-in-Chief. It responds to state and national emergencies, military conflicts and natural disasters, and conducts search and rescue operations. While the history of the militia dates back to the establishment of the first Oregon militia in 1843 the present Guard was not established until after 1903. The modern Guard includes citizen soldiers, and its motto is "When we are needed, we are there.
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Education Services Office
State Education Benefits
The State of Oregon now offers Soldiers 100% in state tuition assistance, one full year of normal academic study, 45 Quarter Hours or 30 Semester Hours; SM must agree to an enlistment contract extension for a minimum of one year and a maximum of four years in return of Conditional Scholarship Program loan funds.
''GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website athttp://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill."
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