After four years at the University of South Carolina spending weekends, early mornings, and a significant portion of his time with the Army ROTC program....
...our son graduated cum laude from the University of SC with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the Darla Moore School of Business and a minor in Military Sciences! At the same time, he transitioned from being enlisted to being an officer in the US Army.
His class all took their oath together as newly commissioned 2nd Lieutenants, then each walked across the stage as their name was called. A 4-star general was the first to shake his hand.
We then followed our new officer over to take his second oath to support our state through the National Guard.
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I was so proud!!! 💙 This is where he received his plaque.
Once fully commissioned, his rank was pinned on by his dad, Eric, and his grandpa Mike.
For his first salute, he asked his favorite NCO (non-commissioned officer) to take that role. The NCO salutes him, and for the first time, Lt. McConnell returns the salute back.
This event was the first time we saw him in uniform. Luke did a great job keeping it hidden from us. We were beaming with pride at his accomplishments and his decision to serve our country! He is so handsome, and we are so proud to be his family. First, a photo with the parents....
