Trending Topics

Welcome to the Trending Topics page of the Army Civilian Journal. Here, you’ll find thought-provoking articles and contributions from Army Civilians across diverse career fields, offering fresh perspectives on leadership, innovation, and the evolving needs of the U.S. Army. These topics reflect the shared experiences and expertise of our Army Civilian Corps, inspiring reflection and fostering dialogue to strengthen our collective mission.

We invite you to explore these curated articles, which highlight the dedication and ingenuity of our Civilian workforce. Engage with the ideas presented, and consider contributing your own insights to this ongoing conversation that helps shape the future of Army Civilian leadership.

Are You My Mentor? 1/11/2026

Learn how to find and build effective mentorship relationships. A 4-step guide to identifying mentors and professional growth.

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Letter from the Editor 12/31/2025

Call for papers: Submit research, case studies, and perspectives to advance Army Civilian Corps professional development

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The Resilient Professional: Cultivating Creativity to Drive Impact in the Army Civilian Workforce 12/31/2025

Creativity isn't a just a gift, it's a trainable skill essential for Army civilians facing volatile challenges. Research shows targeted exercises can dramaticall...

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Improving Ethical Decision-Making Across Agencies: Turning Principles to Action in Evolving Situations (Deontology-Focused) 12/31/2025

Proposes continuous, workplace-level ethics practices for public organizations using deontological reasoning paired with systems thinking and sense-making tools....

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Building and Empowering FLCs Within the Command and General Staff College 10/31/2025

In June 2018, Military Review published an online exclusive article by Matthew Archambault titled “The Three-Generation Dilemma” that outlined the challenges U.S...

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Green Light, Go! 10/31/2025

Career progression from Army soldier to Department of the Army civilian is explored through leadership development, mentorship, and resilience, offering actionab...

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Developing Others through Delegation: A Leadership Imperative 10/31/2025

Learn how Army leaders can use delegation as a powerful development tool across institutional, operational, and self-development domains. This comprehensive guid...

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Letter from the Editor 10/31/2025

This is an editorial letter by Dr. Allyson McNitt introducing the fourth issue of the Army Civilian Professional Journal (November 2025), followed by a comprehen...

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Updates to the Civilian Education System 8/31/2025

This article outlines significant updates to the Army Civilian Education System (CES), effective 1 October 2025. It details course realignments, discontinued off...

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From the Executive Editor 7/31/2025

Julia Bell, Executive Editor of the Army Civilian Professional Journal, reflects on the importance of embracing change within the Army Civilian workforce. She di...

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From the Editor 7/31/2025

The Line of Departure is the premier platform for accessing the latest articles, insights, and discussions from official U.S. Army branch journals. Designed to f...

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Empathy: An Imperative Leader Attribute 7/31/2025

Army Civilian Professional Journal article examining empathy as a critical leadership attribute in the U.S. Army's Leadership Requirements Model, covering practi...

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Why All Army Civilians Should Explore Deploying Under the Army’s Expeditionary Civilian Workforce Program 7/31/2025

This article highlights the benefits of deploying as part of the Army’s Expeditionary Civilian Workforce (AECW). Drawing on personal experience, the author expla...

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Army Civilians of Today and Tomorrow: Implications for Future Recruitment and Development 6/30/2025

This article explores the evolving identity and future of the Army Civilian Corps. It highlights how emerging workforce trends, unknown job requirements, and com...

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From the Executive Editor 6/30/2025

In the inaugural issue of the Army Civilian Professional Journal, Executive Editor Frank Wenzel invites Army civilians to share insights and ideas to drive leade...

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