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First Call - January 8, 2025
 
               
 
 

 

“Grip Hands Tho’ It Be From the Shadows”

Ring Melt 2025

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the WPAOG Class Ring Memorial Program, a tradition deeply rooted in the enduring bonds of the Long Gray Line. This year, the gold from donated rings will be used to create the Class of 2026’s rings, continuing a legacy made possible by the Class of 1966’s generous endowment in memory of their fallen brothers. Watch live.

Congratulations Graduates!

  USMA December 2024 Graduation
   

Congratulations to the graduates who were presented their second lieutenant bars by COL (R) John R. Martin, LTC (R) Gary J. Anderson, and LTC (R) Louis Vozzo, USAR who represented the 50-Year Affiliation Class of 1974. Read more.

WPAOG Welcomes New Vice President

  Samantha Soper
   

WPAOG is pleased to announce that Samantha Soper is our new Vice President of Communications & Marketing. She is no stranger to the team as her time at the WPAOG began in 2009 in Development focused on communications, including the seven-year “For Us All: Campaign for West Point.” In 2018, she was promoted to Senior Director of Donor Relations & Advancement Services. She provided strategic direction for the areas of data services, gift operations, events, stewardship, and communications. Prior to WPAOG, Samantha worked for eight years at Vassar College as its Director of Alumni Communications. WPAOG Communications & Marketing serves as the central hub for information about WPAOG, Academy, graduates, and parents. It manages WestPointAOG.org, social media, email broadcasts, and publications like West Point magazine and TAPS. Through diverse media, it covers events and provides written, photographic, and video content to help tell the West Point and Long Gray Line story. 

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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, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn. You can also listen/subscribe to our podcast.

 

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Free VA Wellness Apps

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
   

Did you know the VA offers a variety of free mobile apps designed to make it easier to access healthcare resources right from your phone or tablet? These tools let you focus on what matters most: your health and well-being. Our Veterans Services team picked a few favorites: read more

We’re Here to Support Your Career Transition 

    Career Navigator
     

Looking to transition into a new industry this year but not sure where to start? Career Services offers a database of over 600 alumni who have volunteered as Industry Advisors, ready to share their insights and expertise. Visit Career Navigator on Sallyport to begin your search then connect and introduce yourself via LinkedIn or by email. Explore more Career Services tips and resources here


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