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Centurion Pins
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Congratulations to USMA's competitive club team captains who were awarded the Centurion Pin. In the ancient Roman Army, soldiers were awarded the rank of centurion based on strength, size, and skill. The 120 clubs at West Point are made possible by donors supporting the Margin of Excellence.
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Thayer Award
Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States, received the 2024 Sylvanus Thayer Award during ceremonies hosted by USMA at West Point and the West Point Association of Graduates. Obama is the fifth president to receive the award, which is given annually and is the highest honor bestowed upon a non-graduate. Read more. Photos.
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Has Your Cadet Visited the CEP?
On this week's podcast, we chatted with COL Darcy Schnack ’96 and Dr. Kat Longshore about the Center for Enhanced Performance’s (CEP) mission, which focuses on enhancing cadet performance through its key programs: performance psychology, academic excellence, and athletic academic support coordination. Listen.
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West Point, for Thee!
WPAOG serves to connect grads to cadets, builds lifelong networks, and preserves our timeless traditions for everyone in the West Point family. While the Academy experience lasts 47 months, the Long Gray Line is for life!
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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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Women’s Rugby Crushes Mount St. Mary’s
At the Anderson Rugby Complex on Senior Day, the Black Knights were relentless in securing their first win of the season with a 78-0 victory over Mount St. Mary’s. Read more.
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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is the time to raise awareness, educate, and support each other regarding veteran suicide. As a community, we stand strong together, breaking the silence and stigma surrounding mental health among those who have served. Read more.
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Class Spirit
Treat yourself to a little class spirit and proudly wear your cadet’s class year with our pre-order USMA class bracelets. These fashion bracelets mix black, gray, and gold beads with rhinestone separators. Each bracelet has a class year charm and is one size fits most with some stretch. Order now from this grad-owned company for delivery in time for Army-Navy and the holidays. Shop at Herbert Hall or online at WPAOGGiftShop.com.
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