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U.S. News Ranks West Point as H.S. Guidance Counselors' Top Pick
The 2017 edition of U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges rankings, released Sept. 13, place the U.S. Military Academy No. 1 on High School Counselors’ Top Picks list for National Liberal Arts Colleges and No. 2 in Top Public Colleges. In the Best Engineering Programs category, West Point ranks No. 4 overall at engineering schools whose highest degree is a bachelor's or master's, and also ranks No. 4 for civil engineering in the Best in the Specialties category. USMA's mechanical engineering program ranks No. 7 at schools where no doctorate is offered. Read more.
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Construction Begins on New Malek West Point Visitors Center
On September 9, after 15 years of planning, designing, and fundraising, ground was broken on the new 31,000-square-foot Malek West Point Visitors Center, located next to the West Point Museum. Envisioned as a 21st century “experience hub,” this new gateway to West Point will feature high-tech and interactive exhibits, state-of-the-art theaters, and modern architectural innovations that highlight the U.S. Military Academy as the world’s premier leader development institution. The Visitors Center is named after its lead donor, Fred Malek ’59, a 2014 Distinguished Graduate. Eight USMA Classes —1972, 1973, 1974, 1978, 1984, 1988, 1990, and 2004 — and other donors also supported the project. Full story and photos.
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Branch Week at USMA Educates Cadets on Career Choices
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During Branch Week, cadets have the opportunity to meet with representatives from each of the U.S. Army branches to help them make informed decisions during the branch selection process. From Thayer Walk to Quarters 100, static displays were set up to give cadets hands-on experience with vehicles, equipment and machinery related to each branch. Read more. View photos.
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West Point Glee Club, Band Perform At Trinity Church for 9/11 First Responders
A WPIX-TV news video highlighted the West Point Glee Club and the West Point Band performance at Trinity Church on the 15th anniversary of 9/11. The church welcomed everyone for the free concert, “just like it opened its Saint Paul's chapel for first responders and those needing comfort on September 11th and in the darks days and months that followed.”
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Collins ’92 Taking All-Army Obstacle Course Team to World Championships
COL Liam Collins ’92, Director of West Point’s Modern War Institute, also coaches the All-Army Obstacle Course Racing Team. These elite racers recently competed at the Spartan Beast and Sprint races in Breckenridge, CO and Collins was pleased with the team’s performance. One member, who took second place both days, will be the defending champion at the Spartan Beast World Championships next month, and West Point may soon host its own Spartan obstacle course race.
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West Point Remembers Buffalo Soldiers at Annual Ceremony
Family members of Sanders Matthews, one of the last Buffalo Soldiers, and the last to serve and work at West Point, were among attendees at the 55th annual Buffalo Soldiers Memorial Wreath Laying ceremony September 2. Superintendent and keynote speaker LTG Robert Caslen ’75 addressed how the Buffalo Soldiers led the way for many African-Americans in service. Guest speaker MG(R) Fred A. Gorden ’62 spoke about a project that was a favorite of Matthews and unveiled an artistic rendition of what will become a Bronze statue of a Buffalo Soldier on horseback. The statue will sit on top of the memorial rock the plaque is attached to now. Full Story.
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Meet Paladin, Army’s Newest Mule Mascot
Army West Point presented Paladin, the newest Army Mule mascot, at the first home football game. Paladin joined Ranger III and Stryker between the first and second quarters in an “A-Day” of his own, taking his place in the long line of Army mascots. Paladin’s “R-Day” was March 31 and you can learn more about him in the Fall issue of West Point magazine.
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Authors—A New Way to Advertise in West Point magazine!
Introducing the West Point Bookshelf, a special advertising section in West Point magazine exclusively for West Point authors. Launching in early 2017, the West Point Bookshelf will showcase books written by USMA graduates and faculty. Email Jess Scheuler, Advertising & Sponsorship Sales Representative, or call 845.446.1577 to learn more. Download the West Point Bookshelf flyer.
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Pre-Game Air Force Tailgate Registration Open
If you’ll be at West Point for the Air Force game on November 5, you will want to sign up for the pre-game tailgate at Herbert Alumni Center! Just steps from Michie Stadium, enjoy a great brunch menu and special appearances by the Rabble Rousers and the Cadet Spirit Band! BEAT AIR FORCE! Register now!
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Order Your Register of Graduates Today!
The 75th Edition of the Register of Graduates & Former Cadets, WPAOG’s oldest publication, has been updated in a new, limited edition. This ultimate West Point reference volume is a wealth of information on all 72,413 West Point Graduates from 1802-2015, including 218 graduating class mottos and crests, West Point ancestry, USMA leadership, Medal of Honor Graduates and more! Makes a great gift. Order yours today at the WPAOG Gift Shop!
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2016 Edition of TAPS Now Available
TAPS, the official memorial magazine of the Long Gray Line, contains the fascinating and inspiring life stories of West Point graduates. Limited copies of the 2016 edition are still available for purchase. Please call 845.446.1545 to order now. Orders for the 2017 edition may be placed online.
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Next Service Academy Career Conference (SACC): San Antonio, TX
SACCs are a great opportunity to leverage the joint Academy Alumni network at the ONLY military career fair exclusively for Federal Service Academy graduates. Don’t miss the next SACC in San Antonio, TX, November 17-18, 2016. Register now through 5pm EDT November 10, 2016 to take advantage of pre-registration pricing. No matter where you are in your career, attending a SACC can help! If you can’t attend this event, log into your SACCentral account to search and apply for job opportunities as well as network with fellow Service Academy alumni.
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