SSG Isabella Nelson won the V Corps Army Career Counselor of the Year Competition
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany January 16, 2025 – Army career counselors from across V Corps gathered to participate in the 2025 Career Counselor of the Year competition. Soldiers competed in an array of events, including the Army Combat Fitness Test, a Soldier knowledge and appearance board, a mystery event and a written exam.
Nelson, retention noncommissioned officer in charge for 1st Battalion, 77th Field Artillery Regiment, said the competition strengthened her mentality as a Soldier.
“It was a well thought-out competition and very competitive; the best part was having strong competition and putting my best foot forward,” Nelson said. “The board was the part that made me the most nervous, because you’re in the room with sergeants major and all eyes are on you. It makes you nervous, but it's good practice.”
Nelson said she has continued to stay in the Army because of the numerous advantages it provides.
“I feel like the Army is the best job that I’ve had with the most opportunities.”