Cadets gathered at Herbert Alumni Center for WPAOG's First Class Social on April 11-12. Sponsored by the Class of 1996, the “Firstie Social” provides First Class Cadets an opportunity to socialize, meet the WPAOG team, and learn about the WPAOG mission to serve cadets, graduates and the Long Gray Line. WPAOG is looking forward to serving the Class of 2022 as future “Old Grads.” Photos.

On Wednesday, April 20, class officers from the Class of 2022 visited Herbert Alumni Center. The class finalized their Class Constitution while enjoying lunch and touring Herbert Alumni Center. Additionally, the class leaders learned about some of the free services provided by WPAOG to include the West Point magazine, Career Services and how to stay connected to the Long Gray Line. This pre-graduation leadership meeting, coordinated by WPAOG’s Class Services team, is to ensure class leaders have a toolkit to transition to leading their class as new alumni after graduation. At the end of the visit, Cadet Harrison Mills ’22, Deputy Ring and Crest Chair, stated “After today’s visit it is clear that WPAOG is more than fundraising and money. It’s actually about just connecting us to each other and to our peers, those who came before us and those who will come after us, and how we can improve cadet lives.”

Over 250 women graduates made their way to West Point April 7-9 for the 4th West Point Women’s Conference coordinated by West Point Women and WPAOG. The three days were filled with an Academy update, a hike up the Trail of the Fallen, a memorial service, general session speakers, workshops, a fireside chat, exhibitors and panels. Learn more. Photos.

WPAOG and the Highland Falls Intermediate School (HFIS) recently launched an after-school partnership program called CONNECT with the goal to provide new impactful learning opportunities for local students as part of assisting in the continuing economic and educational development of Highland Falls. On April 6, students and West Point cadets participated in the latest CONNECT event, where they learned about Capoeira, a Brazilian art that incorporates Portuguese music, acrobatics and dance. Learn more.

The spring issue of West Point magazine explores the four regiments that make up the Corps of Cadets at West Point. Read about the evolution of the USCC Brigade, the Brigade Tactical Department and hear from cadets about today’s Corps. Also check out coverage of this year’s Ring Melt Ceremony for the Class of 2023, which set a donation record of 71 rings. Read the digital edition now.

Filmed during the fall 2021 Superintendent’s Circle Weekend, members of the Superintendent’s Circle talk in this video about why they support the Margin of Excellence and West Point, all while enjoying a Luau at Herbert Hall with members of USMA and WPAOG Leader Teams. The new Superintendent’s Annual Fund (SAF) campaign launched this spring. Learn more about how to become part of the Superintendent’s Circle. Video.

We are counting down the days to our first West Point Challenge, May 1-5! Your gifts to West Point will support Margin of Excellence programs such as cadet internships and overseas experiences, athletic teams, and clubs, as well as the Academy’s world class centers and academic programs. During the competition, see which class is in the lead, which society region has the highest participation and which parent class is raising the most for the West Point Parents Fund. Become a West Point Challenge Ambassador to share your passion before and during the challenge. Ambassadors who secure three donors (themselves and two others) through their Custom Giving Link will receive an exclusive pair of Army “A” socks! Learn more.

The latest episode of the WPAOG podcast features a conversation between Rich DeMarco, Associate Athletic Director and radio play-by-play announcer for the Army Black Knights, and Jeff Monken, Head Coach of Army West Point Football. Listen.

The West Point Entrepreneur Summit will be held in Washington, DC, October 6-7 at the Gaylord Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor. Click here for sponsorship opportunities or email sponsorships@wpaog.org to get more information on how you can sponsor an alumni startup entrepreneur. Registration will be opening this summer. Learn more.

Cadets from the Department of Systems Engineering’s Supply Chain Engineering class enjoyed a site tour of the future Cyber Engineering & Academic Center (CEAC) from 1LT Annie Schreiner ’19. The cadets learned about the importance and complexity of the construction industry's supply chain forecasting and inventory efforts, given the sometimes uncertain and volatile commodities marketplace. The $200M CEAC is scheduled to open in academic year 2026 and will house the engineering laboratory functions of the Departments of Civil & Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering & Computer Science and Systems Engineering together under one roof. View the CEAC virtual video here.

After a stellar performance at the 2022 NCAA Championship, CDT Mathew Davis ’22 of Army West Point Gymnastics has qualified for the 2022 US Championship. The student-athletes are selected based on their finish in the all-around at the NCAA Championships, are U.S. citizens and not members of the Senior National Team. The Frisco, Texas native is the fourth Black Knight to qualify for the championships. Read more.

We have a new top for moms to show their West Point pride! The WPAOG Gift Shop is excited to offer Katie Kime’s best-selling ladies’ oxford shirts, monogramed with any class year. Proudly wear your cadet’s class year on one of these amazing oxfords. The pre-sale is going on now through the end of April. Choose from a white, blue and white striped, or blue oxford style. The monogram is on the pocket of these wrinkle resistant tops. Order now for an early June delivery. When purchasing online at WPAOGGiftShop.com, add the class year and initial (if needed) to the comment section at check-out. You can also order over the phone at 800.426.4725, Mon-Fri from 10am-5pm.