Cadet Field Training (CFT) is underway! CFT is designed to test and enhance cadets' physical fitness, leadership skills, and ability to operate effectively in challenging field environments as it prepares Third Class cadets to assume duties as NCOs in the Corps of Cadets. It encompasses land navigation, combat scenarios, obstacle courses, marksmanship training, and team-building exercises. Cadets are pushed to their limits, fostering resilience, discipline, and teamwork and develop crucial skills required for future military leadership roles. Read more.

Led by cadets, Summer Leaders Experience (SLE) is a weeklong program that immerses potential cadet candidates into a West Point cadet’s academic, military, physical training, and social life. About 500 rising high school seniors participated this week with a second iteration next week. Opportunities like these are made possible by Margin of Excellence donors. Photos.

A big welcome to the Class of 2023! Not only will you now have First Call delivered to your inbox, but the West Point magazine will be coming to you in your mailbox! These are just a few of the perks to being new alumni, so be sure to update your profile and check out our other services like the WPAOG podcast, featured events and networking opportunities, and the online Grad Community in Sallyport.

Army-Navy hotel rooms are now open! Learn more. Tailgate registration will open this fall. Looking to be an official sponsor? Get your brand in front of thousands of Army Football fans. For details on how to customize a partnership for your company, click here.

Get your design in for the 5th annual Army-Navy Tailgate Spirit Button Design Contest! One winner will receive two free tickets to attend the Go Army! Beat Navy! Tailgate and the winner’s button will be handed out to 1,500 attendees. Learn more.

Following a stop in Nashville, the West Point Entrepreneurs are taking it on the road again, meeting grads where they are, this time in Seattle. Join us June 15. This event is free for all grads. Register.

If you are looking for your next opportunity, we invite you to grab your laptop and join our virtual career conference on June 22 from 12-4pm EST. There is no registration fee and both you and your spouse are welcome. And to our alumni recruiters – discover how your company can join and connect with top candidates. Register today!

And – Save the Date: San Diego SACC

Join us at the SACC on August 17. Details on participating companies or how to join us in-person in sunny California, can be found here!

Thank you for making 2022 another incredible year! Whether you are an Old Grad, a parent showing support for your cadet’s 47-month experience, or a friend of the Academy—your commitment to West Point continues to strengthen the Margin of Excellence and the Long Gray Line. The 2022 Report of Gifts is available online only. Thank you for your generous support.

Summer continues at the WPAOG Gift Shop with a salute to the Stars and Stripes! Celebrate Flag Day, the US Army’s birthday, or shop early for Independence Day and pick up flag-themed West Point gear, perfect for all your patriotic events. From now through Flag Day, get 23% off all our flag-themed product. Shop 24/7 at wpaoggiftshop.com or give us a call at 800.426.4725 (M-F/10am-5pm).