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First Call - January 25, 2024
 
               
 
 

24th Annual WPAOG Ring Melt

Ring Melt 2024
 

WPAOG held the Ring Memorial Program for the Class of 2025 adding 88 rings to the Legacy Gold bringing the total to 895 rings that have been donated to the program. Read more.

DGAs Announced

  2024 DGA Announcement
   

We are pleased to announce that six extraordinary graduates have been selected to receive the WPAOG Distinguished Graduate Award (DGA) which will be presented on May 21 at West Point. Funded by a generous endowment from E. Douglas Kenna ’45 and his wife, Jean, the DGA is the highest award given by the Association of Graduates to a graduate whose character, distinguished service, and stature draw wholesome comparison to the qualities that West Point strives for, in keeping with its motto Duty, Honor, Country. Read more.

Rhodes Scholars on the WPAOG Podcast

  WPAOG Podcast with Rhodes Scholars
   

This episode features an interview with 1LTs Evan Walker and Tyrese Bender from the Class of 2021, both recipients of the Rhodes Scholarship and supported through the Graduate Scholarship Program. The West Point Graduate Scholarship Program uses Margin of Excellence funds to offer intensive mentorship of cadet candidates competing for prestigious scholarships. Listen.

Baseball Schedule Released

  Army West Point Baseball
   

The Black Knights will be looking to win their sixth straight Patriot League title and will kick off their 2024 campaign in North Carolina, where they will face Monmouth and Penn State. Patriot League play begins on March 23 with a road trip to Navy for a double header. Read more.

Did Your Winter 2024 Magazine Arrive Yet?

  West Point Magazine Winter 2024
   

Check your mailbox for the latest edition of the West Point magazine. Can’t wait? Find the digital version online! We mixed it up a bit to include additional photos and stories about fellow grads and your Rockbound Highland Home. Be sure to tell us what you think!

Stay in Touch with West Point

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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There’s No Other Event Like It

  SACC Atlanta 2024
   

“I’m connecting on opportunities I wouldn’t have available elsewhere.”
- K.H. ’99, SACC Jacksonville 2023

If you too, are looking for a new opportunity, register for the Service Academy Career Conference. The first stop for 2024 is in Atlanta, February 8-9. Register today.

Let’s Connect at Armor Brewing

  SACC Atlanta
   

Career Services invites you to Allen, TX on February 20 for a networking event at Armor Brewing. Armor was established by Mike Todryk ’98 and his wife, Jennifer who can be seen in the well-loved HGTV show, "No Demo Reno." RSVP today.

Are you a Published Author?

  West Point Authors Bookshelf
   

Feature your work(s) in the West Point Authors Bookshelf section of West Point magazine's print and digital versions. We also have opportunities for you to exhibit and/or book signings at West Point and our events around the country. Learn more.

1924 Inspiration

  WPAOG Gift Shop
   

Time is running out to order your replica 1924 USMA sweater. The classic, 100% cotton style is available with your class year for pre-order only. Add the class year to the comment box at checkout when you order online at WPAOGGiftShop.com or call 800-426-4725 (M/F – 10am/5pm). Orders close February 10 with a fall delivery.



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