Michael Watkins
Second Lieutenant Watkins graduated with a degree in Middle Eastern Studies/Arabic in 2015. He was a Gilman International Scholar and formally studied in both Jordan and Israel. Shortly thereafter, he enlisted for active duty. After over five years of enlisted service, he commissioned through the Officer Candidate School (OCS) in 2021 as a Signal officer. Michael has trained in Persian Farsi at the Defense Language Institute, served with 3rd Brigade, 101st Airborne Division, and will serve with the 1st Armored Division. Lieutenant Watkins enjoys carpentry, cycling, and running in his free time.