On December 3, the Class of 2026 had Branch Night, a longstanding tradition where cadets receive their official branch insignia symbolizing their entry into the profession of arms. Additionally, 50-Year Affiliates, graduates of the Class of 1976, were in attendance to share in the excitement and support the cadets. Read more. 

The winner of the Commander-in-Chief's Trophy will be determined on December 13 when Army and Navy renew their storied rivalry on CBS to cap college football's regular season. Check out USAA’s Rendezvous Point schedule of events. On Friday, be sure to cheer on Army at the Patriot Games. If you’re not headed to the game, connect with a local Society to find a watch party.

Congratulations to West Point's newest Marshall Scholar, CDT Mark Clemons '26. West Point’s first Marshall Scholar graduated in 1983 and since then, the Academy has produced 52 Marshall Scholars. Read more.

Congratulations to the members of the Long Gray Line who continue to demonstrate the values and professional excellence forged at West Point. We honor their achievements, celebrate their continued progression in the Profession of Arms, and recognize the impact they make across the Army and beyond. Read more.

On Army West Point Athletics Giving Day, our community came together at record-levels to raise $2,934,294 from nearly 4,000 donors. This will support cadet-athletes and fuel their mission to lead, serve, and win! Thank you from Army Softball.

The Center for Faculty Excellence and the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, in collaboration with WPAOG Career Services, are offering a free, remote program designed to help you prepare for the PMP credential or earn professional development hours. The course meets  January 8 - February 26 at 4:30pm EST on most Tuesdays and Thursdays and is open to staff, faculty, and community members across all service academies, as well as Service Members and GS employees with a DoD CAC. Enroll now. 

LTG (R) Dan Karbler ’87 shares the behind-the-scenes story of A House of Dynamite, directed by Oscar-winner Kathryn Bigelow. What began as a call for technical insight evolved into a pivotal on-set role shaping authenticity, performance, and national security storytelling. Listen now. 

Make a gift of $2,500 or more before December 31 to the Superintendent’s Annual Fund, the #1 Academy funding priority, and you’ll receive invitations in 2026 to the annual Superintendent’s Circle Weekend, the Projects Day Research Symposium, and other exclusive events. Superintendent’s Circle members take a leading role in strengthening the Margin of Excellence and in sustaining West Point as a leader in all endeavors. Give today.

Get ready for winter and bundle up with our selection of coats, jackets, outerwear, and more! We have plenty of options to keep you warm this season and look good while doing it. With customizable pieces like our Melton jacket, it's easy to melt right into some stylish finds that will keep you cozy and warm all season long. Visit us in store at Herbert Hall, M-F, 10am-5pm or shop 24/7 online at WPAOGGiftShop.com.

Learn more about how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) may reshape charitable giving with an informative discussion with Frank Giordano ’83. Giordano covers what’s changing, what it means for your 2025 plans, and how to prepare for the year ahead in our recent webinar. Listen now.

This is the last First Call of 2025 and we want to wish the Long Gray Line and the extended West Point family a wonderful holiday season!