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First Call - April 10, 2024
 
               
 
 
 
 
West Point Spring
 

Spring is nearly here, and we hope to see you for a visit soon! Be sure to grab your exclusive 5-year Grad Pass to ease your entry onto Post. Learn more.

Goldwater Scholar

  Goldwater Scholar
   

CDT Garret Longstaff '25 has been named a Goldwater Scholar by the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation. West Point has earned 15 Goldwater Scholarships since competing in 2018. Read more.

West Point Ranked in Top 5

  West Point Parade
   

The Wall Street Journal named USMA Among the Top Colleges for High-Paying Careers in Finance, Tech, and Consulting. The WSJ noted that Service-academy graduates acquired potentially lucrative traits like perseverance and diligence. Read more.

Michie Renovations Begin

  Michie stadium renovation
   

Michie Stadium, one of America's most prestigious and iconic venues, will begin construction on April 15, announced Army West Point Director of Athletics Mike Buddie. The project aims to preserve the stadium's rich 100-year history while providing a world-class experience for cadets, graduates, families, and fans alike. Read more

Where on West Point?

  Where on West Point?
   

Have you seen this image? If so, Where on West Point? Submit your answer here! We’ll randomly select one person with the correct answer to win a $50 gift card to the WPAOG Gift Shop!

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There’s so much great news around West Point that we can’t include it all in First Call. Grad News is all about the Long Gray Line, and USMA & Cadet News highlights the Corps and the Academy. You can also follow WPAOG on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. You can also listen/subscribe to our podcast.

 

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Rabble Rousers

  West Point Rabble Rousers
   

Army West Point Rabble Rousers competed at the New England Cheerleading Association (NECA) competition. The Dance Team clinched first place in the Pom Division, while the cheer team secured an impressive second place in the Cheer COED D-1 Division. The team heads to the 2024 NCA/NDA Collegiate National Championships in Daytona April 11-13. Read more.

The LGL Supports Rugby

  West Point Rugby team
   
The Long Gray Line showed up strong to support Women's Army Rugby during the Tropical Sevens Rugby tournament in Tampa.  The team advanced to the playoffs, where they ended the weekend with a third-place finish.

 

Deloitte Workshop

    Deloitte
     

On April 30, attend an in-person career transition workshop hosted by Deloitte and Career Services at West Point, focusing on military servicemembers transitioning from the military to Corporate America. While Deloitte conducts the training session, the lessons taught apply to every industry type, not just consulting. Lunch provided. Register by April 16.

Spring Career Fairs

    Career Fair calendar graphic
     

If you are looking to make a career move and for opportunities to connect with veteran-friendly employers, join us on April 11 during our free Virtual Career Fair and/or May 9-10 at the Chicago SACC.

Let Those Colors Fly

  West Point AOG Gift Shop Flags
   

The WPAOG Gift Shop is currently offering custom flags, banners, and garden flags as a pre-order opportunity. Our flags, banners, and garden flags are ready to fly proudly over your house or add a little Army spirit to your garden. Order yours today by adding the desired class year to the comment section at checkout. Shop online at wpaoggiftshop.com or give us a call at 800.426.4725 (M-F/10am-5pm). Pre-orders close May 3, with delivery in mid-summer.


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