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Career Ambassador Crocker To Receive 2020 Thayer Award
The West Point Association of Graduates is pleased to announce that six-time U.S. Ambassador Ryan C. Crocker will receive the 2020 Sylvanus Thayer Award. The award will be presented on October 1 during ceremonies hosted by LTG Darryl A. Williams ’83, 60th Superintendent. Read more.
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WPAOG’s 2030 Strategic Plan
WPAOG’s 2030 Strategic Plan advances our alumni body’s remarkable record of service to West Point and to one another. The plan builds on the many existing connections among graduates, and defines a campaign for the next decade to continue to unlock the power of the Long Gray Line. Our planning process was comprehensive and integrated, with input from individual graduates, volunteer leaders, experts in various alumni industries, WPAOG staff, and key USMA staff and leadership. Among the comments that resonated with us was the observation that “Grads have high expectations of the West Point network.” We have taken that sentiment to heart: facilitating new or expanded connections among graduates will remain the focal point of WPAOG’s efforts to serve the Long Gray Line and to serve our alma mater, West Point.
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Secretary of the Army is Honorary USMA 1996
On February 9, the Class of 1996 formally recognized Secretary of the Army Ryan D. McCarthy as an Honorary Member. As such, he will be included in Class communications and invited to future Class events. McCarthy was both surprised by this recognition and incredibly moved. He said, “I am honored beyond words and grateful for our friendship and shared sacrifice. Tonight was an incredible moment in my life and I remain committed to our Nation, our Army, and the U.S. Military Academy.” For Freedom We Risk!
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Don’t Delay! Pre-Registration for Jacksonville FL SACC Ends 3/13
Transitioning? Ready for a career change? Register for the next Service Academy Career Conference:
Employers have already begun sending electronic interest slips to pre-registered candidates. Click here to register by March 13 to be included in the printed resume book. Email WPAOG Career Services or call the career services team at 845.446.1618 for assistance in preparing for this critical event. Hotel reservations are available at the SACC rate.
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USMA 2020 Two Steps Closer to Graduation
Congratulations to the members of the Class of 2020! They chose their first Army post assignment during Post Night on February 5. The cadets will report to their first post after completing their Basic Officer Leader Course. The class celebrated 100th Night on February 15 with the annual 100th Night Show and Banquet. The guest speaker at the 100th Night Banquet was GEN(R) David G. Perkins ’80, former commander of U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command.
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Cadets Research Bioprinting to Improve Future Soldier Care
LTC Jason Barnhill, USMA life science program director, traveled to Africa last summer to study how 3D printers could be used for field medical care. Barnhill’s printer was not set up to print objects made of plastics as the printers are frequently known for. Instead, his printer makes bioprinted items that could one day be used to save Soldiers injured in combat. Barnhill and a team of 26 firsties are working to advance the research in the field. Full story.
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Last Chance!
Time is winding down to pre-order your customized throwback pullover. Choose from a crewneck or hoodie, whatever suits your style. Personalize the locker tab-style name tape on the back with your name, year group, or “Beat Navy!” Available for a limited time – you don’t want to miss the chance to get the most comfortable sweatshirt you will ever own. Shop online at WPAOGGiftShop.com, or by phone at 1.800.426.4725.
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Save the Date: 27th Annual Alumni Golf Outing
The 27th Annual Alumni Golf Outing at West Point is June 11-13. If you are a golfer, this is a great way to reconnect with alumni, former classmates, and your alma mater. The event includes two rounds of golf, all meals, a boat cruise, and some great prizes! All graduates and their guests are invited! Don’t miss out—register now!
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Calling All West Point Graduate Entrepreneurs
Registration for the 3rd Annual WPAOG Entrepreneur Summit is now open. All graduate entrepreneurs, business leaders (CEOs, CxOs), and investors are welcome to attend. The Entrepreneur Summit will take place April 1-2 in Austin, TX. Click here to register, view the schedule of events and to make a hotel reservation. Only graduates we have coded in our system as Entrepreneurs will receive invitation announcements, so be sure your business information is up-to-date. Would you like to sponsor this event? Or know someone who may? See our sponsorship brochure. Contact us with any questions.
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The West Point Bookshelf is Moving!
Don’t worry, it’ll still be found in West Point magazine, but beginning this fall it will now appear in the Fall and Spring issues instead of Winter and Summer. This gives people time to consider your books for holiday gifts! Reserve your space in the Fall 2020 West Point Authors Bookshelf, a specially-priced advertising section in West Point magazine showcasing books by West Point affiliated authors. Check out the latest West Point Bookshelf in the Winter 2020 issue to discover and support these books. Learn more about this and other WPAOG advertising and sponsorship opportunities.
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Cadets Serve as Role Models, Mentors to Children
Forty-five minutes a week may not sound like much, but for USMA cadets in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America club it is enough time to make an impact. Each week, cadets in the club travel to Highland Falls Intermediate School, in the town outside the Academy’s gates, and give back by mentoring students. The cadets play games, teach the students about character and more than anything are just present as positive role models in the students’ lives. “It would be easy to miss the positive impact the cadets have on their ‘littles,’ as the mentees are called, because our interactions usually last only 45 minutes once a week,” MAJ Clyde Daines, the officer in charge of the Big Brother Big Sisters club, said. “But it would also be hard to overstate the importance of that weekly 45 minutes from the perspectives of some of the children.” Full story.
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Create a West Point Memory Set in Stone
A brick or paver on the historic grounds of Herbert Hall at West Point is a wonderful and permanent way to honor and memorialize a loved one, classmate, friend, or member of the West Point community in a meaningful way. (And it is also a tax-deductible donation!) The deadline to order for the Spring 2020 installation is March 1, 2020. For more information and to place your order, email us at or visit our website.
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Follow WPAOG on Instagram!
Stay up to date on the latest West Point alumni news! We’ve almost got enough followers to get the “swipe up” feature - help us reach our 10,000 follower goal! From exclusive photography to information on upcoming alumni events, like and share our posts and videos with fellow Old Grads.
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