WPAOG is pleased to announce that Mr. Kenneth "Ken" Fisher, Chairman & CEO of Fisher House Foundation, will receive the 2022 Sylvanus Thayer Award. The Thayer Award will be presented on October 6 at West Point. The Sylvanus Thayer Award is given annually to a U.S. Citizen whose outstanding character, accomplishments, and stature in the civilian community draw wholesome comparison to the qualities for which West Point strives, in keeping with its motto: “Duty, Honor, Country.” The Thayer Award is the highest honor currently bestowed upon a non-graduate by WPAOG. Learn more.

Check out the digital edition before print copies arrive in mailboxes soon. The winter issue explores character education at West Point. Read how the Simon Center for Professional Military Ethic and other classes and initiatives teach cadets to be leaders of character. Read Now.

Class of 2022 Cadet Zorian Flowers received the Henry O. Flipper Award during the Henry O. Flipper Dinner on February 10 at Washington Hall. The award has been given out during Black History Month each year since 1977 to a firstie cadet who, like Flipper, persevered through unusual adversity during their time at West Point. Full story.

You want your charitable support to outlive you. With some basic planning, it is possible to provide support for West Point after your lifetime. You may choose to name us a beneficiary in a will, a trust, a life insurance policy, or another financial vehicle like a retirement plan account. You can learn how to show your support and appreciation to West Point while accommodating your own personal, financial, estate planning, and philanthropic goals online. Learn more.

Are you interested in working with one of the world's leading talent and entertainment companies? Join WPAOG Career Services for an information session with United Talent Agency on March 23, 1-2pm ET via Zoom. Learn more about UTA’s Agent Training Program and other opportunities! To register, email Careers@wpaog.org.

Army West Point Women’s Tennis reclaimed the historic Gideon Cup after a thrilling 4-3 victory over service-academy rival, Air Force, at the UTSA campus on College Match Day. The Black Knights overcame a 3-1 deficit, rallying back with four singles wins to clinch the match. Read more.

Sir/Ma’am, there are 42 and a butt days until the West Point Women’s Conference! The fourth West Point Women’s Conference will occur in-person at West Point and with a virtual component, celebrating the achievements of over 6,000 West Point Women and counting. Registration opens this week. Learn more. Event Sponsorship Opportunities.

On Saturday, April 9, join us for the West Point Women Basketball Alumni Reunion dinner held in Eisenhower Hall, Class of 1963 Lounge. Registration closes on April 1. For event details and to register, Click here.

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WPAOG Entrepreneur Summit will be held in Washington, D.C., October 6-7. Hotel reservations at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor are now open. Stay tuned for a detailed schedule. Registration to open in the Summer. Learn more.

Who says West Point isn’t a picnic? Our Katie Kime resin dinnerware makes outdoor entertaining easy. Each piece is shatterproof, microwave safe and dishwasher safe. Our plates, bowls, and platters are available now in white and are coming soon in gold. Check out our product assortment from this fun and talented Austin designer at WPAOGGiftShop.com.