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Class of 2027 Ring Melt
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On January 9, WPAOG hosted the 26th Annual Ring Melt Ceremony in Eisenhower Hall. This year’s ceremony marked two milestones: It was the first time that second-class cadets witnessed the donation and melting of the gold that will go into their rings, and it marked the total number of donated rings surpassing 1,000. Read more.
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2026 Distinguished Graduate Award
WPAOG is pleased to announce the 2026 recipients of the Distinguished Graduate Award. This annual award has been bestowed upon those West Point graduates whose character, distinguished service, and stature draw wholesome comparison to the qualities for which West Point strives, in keeping with its motto: Duty, Honor, Country. Read more.
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Countdown to Sandhurst
Less than 100 days remain until West Point cadets take on the ultimate test of grit and teamwork at the Sandhurst Competition. Training is intensifying, focus is sharpening, and every rep now counts toward performance on the world stage. The countdown is on, and the Long Gray Line will be watching. Watch now.
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Stay in Touch with West Point
There’s so much great news around West Point that we often can’t include it all in Parent Review, but you can make sure you never miss a story. A digest of all the news posted on WPAOG’s website can be delivered directly to your email inbox. Visit the news page you are interested in and subscribe. The link is at the top of each page. 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, and Instagram.
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Duffy ’26 Named to Lacrosse’s U.S. Women’s National Team
On January 15, USA Lacrosse announced Army West Point Women's Lacrosse CDT Brigid Duffy ’26 was named to the U.S. Women's National Team. Duffy is the first Black Knight to make the National Field Team. Duffy, a varsity two-sport athlete at West Point, will represent the U.S. this upcoming summer at the 2026 U.S. Women's World Lacrosse Championships, which are set to be held from July 24–August 2 in Tokyo, Japan. Read more.
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Pierce ’18 Named to Forbes ‘30 Under 30’
Congratulations to CPT Bradley Pierce ’18, a Tripler Army Medical Center resident who was recognized by Forbes “30 Under 30” in Healthcare for developing field-ready medical technologies that bridge the gap between engineering and combat casualty care. When Pierce began medical school after graduating from USMA, he brought with him a fascination with engineering, problem-solving, and the possibility of improving trauma care through technology. Read more.
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Track the Season
Cheer on your cadet with our new Army Sports Tracker Bottle, available for pre-sale exclusively at the WPAOG Gift Shop. Designed with shields for all Corps Squad Sports and six Beat Navy Star place holders, this bottle offers Army parents a unique way to proudly support the Corps, one sticker at a time. The 40-oz, double-walled, stainless-steel design keeps drinks hot or cold through long days on post, travel weekends, and game-day tailgates. It’s durable, practical, and full of Army spirit, just like your cadet. Pre-sale now open and only at the WPAOG Gift Shop.
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