Graduation News & Live Streaming

What to expect before and after graduation. (pdf)

Follow RTC social media accounts for updates and check https://www.bootcamp.navy.mil/ for the most up-to-date information. For specific questions and inquiries, contact the RTC Public Affairs Office. Live streaming of our graduations begins at 9 a.m. CST every Thursday. Videos will also be available for viewing afterwards as well on our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/NavyRecruitTrainingCommand/ and our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/RTCPublicAffairs/community.


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MWR Merchandise Kiosk

Once you arrive in the Drill Hall on graduation morning, you’ll find a Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) booth on both ends of the Drill Hall. Commemorative coins, apparel and other souvenirs are available for purchase, along with refreshments. Take home a wonderful keepsake in memory of your graduation at the Navy’s only boot camp! Cash and credit are accepted for purchases. No personal checks. The merchandise kiosk is open on graduation day from 6:45-8:30 a.m.

Please Note: Care Packages can only be ordered the week before your recruit’s graduation date.
Division Apparel can only be ordered after your recruit has graduated.

Visit Us After Graduation

MWR Recreation Center 
RTC (After Graduation) Lounge 
Bldg. 1326, North End | 847-688-3645

After the graduation ceremony is over, all Sailors and family members are welcome to visit the MWR Recreation Center inside the north end of Bldg. 1326.
It is just two blocks walking distance from the Drill Hall and has snacks, beverages and is a comfortable place to gather.
Additionally, the MWR Recreation Center has a computer lab, FREE WI-FI, and the souvenir division apparel special orders.

What is MWR?
MWR stands for Morale, Welfare and Recreation

OUR MISSION: 
Navy MWR's mission is to deliver high-quality, customer-focused programs and services that contribute to resiliency, retention, readiness, and quality of life.

OUR GOALS:
Navy MWR conducts activities and events, and delivers high-quality, innovative recreation programs in state-of-the-art facilities worldwide.

WHY CHOOSE US:
Navy MWR provides excellent customer service, convenient program availability, modern facilities and amenities, a safe program environment, and low or competitive pricing. The money you spend using MWR programs and services is reinvested into the overall program.