We proudly recognize West Point’s newest Old Grads and the U.S. Army’s newest second lieutenants! Their 50-Year Affiliate Class of 1976 was honored to grip hands with them throughout their cadet experience, and the Association of Graduates is proud to welcome them as graduates and members of the Long Gray Line. See photos.

Congratulations to the six recipients of the 2026 WPAOG Distinguished Graduate Award:
Mr. Michael C. Mewhinney ’66, 
COL (R) B. Hudson Berrey ’72, 
Mr. Vincent Viola ’77, 
GEN (R) Vincent K. Brooks ’80, 
GEN (R) Bob Brown ’81, 
GEN (R) Darryl A. Williams ’83
2025 recipient Kathy Medaris Widmer ’83 was also recognized during the ceremony. Read more. See photos. 

Cadets from the Classes of 2026 and 2027 have been selected for prestigious opportunities, including the Knight-Hennessy Scholarship, Truman Scholarship, Hertz Fellowship, and National Science Foundation Graduate Fellowship. Their achievements highlight academic excellence, leadership, service, and purpose cultivated at West Point and supported through programs such as the Brigadier General Peter M. Dawkins 1959 Scholars Program and Technical Scholars Program, made possible by private support. Read more.

Since 2005, the West Point Class of 1982 has presented an engraved silver plate to any children of the class who graduate from West Point. That tradition continued on May 21, when WPAOG’s Senior Director of Major and Leadership Giving Mike White ’82 presented the silver plate to Stryker Gay ’26, son of Rocky and Patrice Gay. Stryker Gay is the 100th offspring of the Class of 1982 to receive a plate. Read more.

The Class of 1976 returned to West Point for its 50th reunion and marked the milestone with a record-breaking $9 million class campaign gift. Presented during the annual Alumni Luncheon in Washington Hall, the gift will support the new Cyber and Engineering Academic Center (Goethals Hall), the Modern War Institute/War Studies Program, and the Directorate of Cadet Activities' military and competitive sports clubs. Through this generous commitment, the Class of 1976 continues the Long Gray Line’s tradition of giving back and strengthening cadet development. Read more. 

Join us in congratulating the current list of West Point graduates who were selected for general officer promotion in 2026. These individuals have proven themselves to be exceptional leaders with the skills and talent to lead our most important formations across the U.S. Army. Read more.

Register to attend our next Virtual Career Fair on June 11 from 12–3pm— open to both grads and spouses. Connect with employers who are ready to hire during this online event. Participating organizations include Lockheed Martin, MedTechVets, Sobieski Mechanical Contractors, and New Politics Academy, with more to be announced. Sign up here!
Want your organization represented? Companies can sign up through the same link.

Honor the legacy of the Long Gray Line with TAPS 2026, WPAOG’s annual memorial publication. This year’s edition preserves the stories of more than 293 graduates and former cadets from the Classes of 1933–2009, each reflecting a life of service, leadership, and commitment to Duty, Honor, Country. Copies are available for pre-order through the WPAOG Gift Shop for $25, plus shipping. Orders are expected to ship in late August. Reserve your copy today and help ensure these stories continue to endure. Order TAPS online.

Show your Army spirit all year by pre-ordering our new Army sport flags, banners, and garden flags, available in all 19 Corps Squad sports! Perfect for tailgates, homes, and game day décor, these sport-specific designs are available as a pre-order only with delivery in time for the fall sports season. Pre-orders close June 30 — don’t miss your chance to fly your team colors and Beat Navy! Shop online at WPAOGGiftShop.com or give us a call at 800.426.4725 to order. Watch for more sports coming soon.