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Air Assault!
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During Air Assault training, cadets practice cold load training. With the engines off, this essential training teaches cadets to safely load into a helicopter in preparation for the fast-paced demands of air assault missions, reinforcing safety, coordination, and mission readiness.
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Hanks to Receive Thayer Award
The West Point Association of Graduates is proud to announce Tom Hanks as the 2025 Sylvanus Thayer Award recipient. A longtime advocate for veterans and military families, Hanks has championed causes such as the WWII Memorial, the Eisenhower Memorial, and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Hidden Heroes campaign. His decades of support reflect a deep commitment to “Duty, Honor, Country.” The award will be presented on September 25, 2025, at the U.S. Military Academy. Read more.
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June Graduation
Congratulations to the newest West Point graduates! On June 13, six cadets graduated from their Rockbound Highland Home during a ceremony in Crest Hall. 50-Year Affiliate, Mr. Timothy Sugrue ’75 proudly gripped hands with the new 2LTs, gifting them engraved '75-25’ butter bars to commemorate their accomplishment. Photos.
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This We’ll Defend
For 250 years, the Army has defended our nation with strength, sacrifice, and honor. West Point has proudly been part of that legacy, from Fortress West Point in the Revolutionary War to developing leaders of character since 1802 as the U.S. Military Academy. This year’s theme, “This We’ll Defend,” reminds us of the Army’s core mission: to fight and win our nation’s wars.
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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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Thank You ’25 Parents
WPAOG would like to thank the Parents of the Class of 2025 for their commitment and generosity to West Point over the last 47 months. As we prepare to welcome the newest class for R-Day, we’d like to remind you that this will be your last issue of Parent Review. Additionally, the West Point magazine will transfer to your 2LT so please ask them to update their address. If you wish to continue to receive West Point magazine yourself, subscribe here.
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Get Ready for Army-Navy
Start making plans to head to Charm City this fall to watch the Army-Navy game! Our Army-Navy hotel blocks are now open. Learn more. Tailgate registration will open in October. Looking to be an official sponsor? Get your brand in front of thousands of Army football fans, plus a chance at premium game access.
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Army-Navy Button Contest
Get your design in for the seventh 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 1,000 attendees. Learn more.
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Go Team!
Cheer loud and proud—right from your front yard! Whether you're a die-hard fan or a proud parent of a cadet-athlete, our Army West Point sport-themed yard signs are a fun and eye-catching way to show your team pride. Made from durable corrugated plastic and printed with UV-resistant ink, these signs are built to last and stay vibrant all season long. Pre-order now to get yours in time for back-to-school. Available for a limited time only at WPAOGGiftShop.com or by calling 800.426.4725.
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