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West Pointers Run Toward the Fire
Images of the devastating Palisades Wildfire dominated headlines in early 2025 as flames scorched 37 square miles, claimed 12 lives and destroyed thousands of buildings, making it one of the deadliest and destructive California wildfires on record. For Lieutenant Colonel Jim Cragg ex-’94 (USAR, Retired), this tragedy hit close to home—his literal hometown of Pacific…
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Jim Nicholson ’61 Honored with Inaugural Business and Civic Leadership Award
Jim Nicholson ’61, former Secretary of Veterans Affairs, has been named the inaugural recipient of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Business and Civic Leadership Award. The award recognizes individuals whose leadership and contributions have made a significant impact on business, public engagement and veterans’ causes.
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Dr. Melissa McCarthy ’92 Combines Army Experience with Motorsports Medicine
Former CPT Dr. Melissa McCarthy ’92 has built a distinctive career at the intersection of emergency medicine and motorsports safety. She serves as program director of the Indiana University Motorsports Medicine Fellowship, a specialized, one-year program that prepares emergency medicine physicians to treat high-speed crash injuries and provide medical care at major sporting events.
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Dr. David W. Polly Jr. ’79 Receives 2026 Scoliosis Research Society Lifetime Achievement Award
West Point graduate Dr. David W. Polly Jr. has been selected to receive the Scoliosis Research Society’s (SRS) 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his distinguished service to the organization and significant contributions to the field of spinal deformity care. The award was announced during the SRS’s 61st Annual Meeting in Sydney, Australia.
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Entrepreneur’s Story: Dean Wegner ’93 – AAW Solutions and Authentically American
For Dean Wegner ’93, the journey from Army Ranger and helicopter pilot to corporate executive and entrepreneur has been shaped by one constant: the power of relationships. As the founder of Authentically American, a mission-driven, USA-made apparel brand, Wegner credits much of his entrepreneurial journey to a lifelong network of mentors, leaders, and trusted advisors,…
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WPAOG Hosts Distinguished Graduates Locke and Brown for Fireside Chat
Two of WPAOG’s Distinguished Graduate awardees toured West Point on Tuesday, October 27 and shared insights in a Fireside Chat with cadets about what they learned both at the Academy and in their post-USMA careers.
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MAJ William Eberle ’04 to Receive Nininger Award
The West Point Association of Graduates is pleased to announce that MAJ William Eberle, Class of 2004, has been selected to receive the 2026 Alexander R. Nininger Award for Valor at Arms, which will be presented at West Point on November 19.
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From Goethals Hall to Ranger V, West Point Looks Ahead
From record-setting reunion gifts to the arrival of Ranger V, West Point celebrated a weekend of generosity, tradition, and progress. Discover how the Classes of 2006 and 2016, along with dedicated alumni, are supporting state-of-the-art facilities, enriching cadet experiences, and preserving cherished Academy traditions for future generations.
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John Fyfe ’60 Becomes an Instagram Style Sensation
John Fyfe ’60 has become an unexpected fashion sensation at age 90. With help from his daughter Katie and a story shared by his nephew, fellow West Point graduate Alex Fyfe, his timeless style and remarkable journey are capturing hearts across the globe.
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WPAOG Tailgates Liven Up Army Football’s Victory
WPAOG brought the West Point community together for a spirited Homecoming celebration on October 17! From the Huddle Up & HOOAH! Block Party featuring Army Football legends Liam ’26 and Kalib Fortner ’26 to the Float the MOAT tailgate, graduates, families, and friends enjoyed a memorable day of camaraderie, tradition, and Army spirit as the…
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