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COL Kyle Walton ’01 Named 2025 Nininger
For his unwavering combat leadership and poise, WPAOG is pleased to announce that COL Kyle Walton ’01 has been selected to receive the 2025 Alexander R. Nininger Award for Valor at Arms, which will be presented at West Point on November 21. The Award is named in recognition of the heroic actions of 1LT Alexander R. Nininger ’41. Read more.
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West Point Announces Rhodes Scholars
Class of 2026 CDTs Max Felter, Johnathan Pinc, and Brandon Tran have been selected as Rhodes Scholars, furthering West Point’s long-standing tradition of academic excellence and service-focused leadership. West Point has earned a total of 111 Rhodes Scholarships. Read more.
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Thanksgiving Shuttle Service for Firsties
The WPAOG team is offering our annual Thanksgiving shuttle on November 26 to help firsties get from North Area to their cars in the cadet lots. To help us ensure a timely pickup, please encourage your cadet to register in advance.
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WPAOG’s CONNECT Program Earns Prestigious CASE Award
The West Point Association of Graduates’ CONNECT program is earning national recognition for its powerful impact on Highland Falls students, including a recent CASE Award celebrating its innovation and success. With rising academic performance, growing cadet involvement, and strong community support, CONNECT continues to strengthen opportunities for local children. Read more.
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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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The Doctor Is In: SGB & PTSD
Is a simple nerve block revolutionizing PTSD care? COL (R) James Lynch, M.D. ’89 explains how a century-old procedure is making a powerful comeback in treating trauma and anxiety, especially for Veterans and first responders. With over three decades of military service, including 20 years in special operations, Dr. Lynch shares his journey from Army physician to national expert in Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB). Listen.
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Save the Date: Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is December 2! On this global day of generosity, AOG invites you to join the Long Gray Line and friends of West Point in supporting Margin of Excellence programs and opportunities that go beyond the reach of federal funding. Your gift helps provide resources that enrich the West Point experience, enhancing academic, athletic, cultural, and leadership development for the Corps of Cadets. Together, we ensure that every cadet is equipped to lead with character and serve our nation with distinction. Remember West Point this Giving Tuesday.
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Congratulations to Our 2025 Army-Navy Tailgate Button Winner
Tom Jensen ’01 P ’27 tapped into memories from the Army-Navy game his firstie year held in Baltimore to help design this year’s Go Army! Beat Navy Tailgate button design. Jensen’s design will be printed on 1,500 buttons handed out before the game this year. Read more.
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The Tradition Continues
Our 2025 Vineyard Vines Spirit Tee is here! Almost every year since 2017, we’ve dropped a fresh Vineyard Vines Spirit Tee over Veterans Day weekend. This year’s design salutes Fortress West Point, established in 1775 and a key stronghold of the American Revolution. Two and a half centuries later, we’re celebrating 250 years of history, pride, and perseverance with a signature Vineyard Vines twist. The famous whale is hard at work, hauling the Great Chain across the Hudson! Grab yours now at WPAOGGiftShop.com, at Herbert Hall, or by calling 800.426.4725. We’re open on all home football Saturdays. Come join the tradition and show your Army spirit!
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