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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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Caring Connections: New Veterans Services Initiative
On November 11, 2023, the West Point Association of Graduates (WPAOG) announced that it is launching a new enhancement to its Grads Helping Grads Program, one that is pertinent to every member of the Long Gray Line. The initiative? Veterans services.
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The Fable of the Goat Gift
Richard Olson, who graduated as the Navy Goat’s goat (lowest rank at graduation) or “anchorman” in 1954, is the earliest documented service academy graduate to get one dollar from each classmate.
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West Point Marathon Team Hosts Half Marathon to Honor Fallen Graduates
Hosted by the Army West Point Marathon team on March 17, the 2024 Fallen Comrades Half Marathon at West Point saw approximately 700 participants conquer a challenging 13.1-mile course in remembrance of 13 fallen West Point graduates.
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Class of 1989 35th Reunion
Welcome back to your Rockbound Highland Home for your class’s 35th reunion, a time to Grip Hands with classmates as you relive fond memories from your cadet days and forge new memories with one another. WPAOG, whose mission and vision are to help you maintain connections with the Academy and members of the Long Gray Line, looks forward to supporting you throughout your class reunion, from event registration to event wrap-up.
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Anonybit Announces New Chief Revenue Officer Wilson ’89
Anonybit, a pioneer in decentralized technologies, announced John Wilson ’89 as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), signaling a new strategic growth phase for the company.
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Podcast: Claiming Your Military Benefits with Sue Irons Beachler ’89
This episode features an interview with Sue Irons Beachler, West Point class of 1989, and Veterans Service Officer. Sue talks about the path to becoming a Veterans Service Officer, her involvement within the WPAOG, and the importance of claiming the VA benefits West Point graduates are entitled to.
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WPAOG to Launch Veterans Services Program
To this end, WPAOG is launching a new Veterans Services Program to provide support to USMA graduates and Associate Members during times of transition or need, and to aid in navigating Veterans Administration programs.
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LTG Telita Crosland ’89 Becomes Director of the Defense Health Agency
On January 4, 2023, LTG Telita Crosland ’89, one of only six woman three-stars in the Army, became the fourth director of the Defense Health Agency (DHA), which was mandated by Congress in 2017 to directly manage all military hospitals and clinics around the world and care for approximately 9.6 million active-duty service members, military retirees and their families worldwide.