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Goetz ’97 Assumes Command of South Pacific Division
BG Joseph C. “Clete” Goetz II ’97 assumed command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers South Pacific Division in a ceremony held September 3 at the Sacramento Public Library in Sacramento, Calif.
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Michie Stadium Preservation Project Dedication Ceremony Marks Reopening of the East Stands
West Point celebrated the reopening of Michie Stadium’s East Stands on September 4 with the dedication and ribbon cutting of the Michie Stadium Preservation Project. The transformation preserves the stadium’s historic character while introducing modern amenities, improved accessibility and new spaces for cadets, graduates and Army fans. Made possible through the generosity of the Long…
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West Point Society of Annapolis Honors Exchange Cadets
On September 1, 2026, 33 members and guests of the West Point Society of Annapolis (WPSOA), including five members of the 50-Year Affiliation Class of 1978, conducted an Affirmation Dinner and Ceremony for the ten exchange cadets from the Class of 2028. The exchange cadets are at the U.S. Naval Academy for the Fall 2026…
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From Darkness to the Light: Raising Awareness of Suicide Prevention
Before sunrise on September 8, members of the Long Gray Line gathered at West Point and around the world for From Darkness to the Light, a walk promoting suicide prevention awareness and the power of connection. Coordinated by WPAOG Veterans Services, the event reinforced a shared promise: no one in the West Point community has…
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Steel Across America Stops at West Point
A steel beam from the World Trade Center was the centerpiece of a ceremony at West Point on September 1 that commemorated the tragic attacks on 9/11. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation (T2TF)’s Steel Across America, a 10,500-mile nationwide journey, stopped at the Malek West Point Visitors Center on its way back to Ground Zero…
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West Point Graduates Selected for Promotion in 2026
Celebrating the 2026 promotions of West Point graduates to Captain, Major, Lieutenant Colonel, reflecting excellence, service, and leadership in the Army profession.
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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is the time to raise awareness, educate, and support each other. As a community, we stand strong together, breaking the silence and stigma surrounding mental health among those who have served. Know the Signs: Be aware of the warning signs of suicide, especially among our fellow Grads. These can include changes in behavior, mood…
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Class of 2028 Cadets Take Affirmation Oath at Air Force Academy
Hosted by the West Point Society of Pikes Peak, ten members of the USMA Class of 2028 participating in an exchange semester at the U.S. Air Force Academy took the Affirmation Oath alongside members of their 50-Year Affiliation Class of 1978, strengthening the bond between generations of the Long Gray Line.
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Farewell Message from LTG (R) Steve Gilland ’90
Farewell message from LTG Steven Gilland, Supt 61, to the Long Gray Line.
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WPAOG Thanks LTG Steve & Betsy Gilland for Their Service
Celebrate the exceptional service of Lieutenant General Steve W. Gilland and his impact on the United States Military Academy.
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