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Together They Thrived: USMA Class of 2025 Graduates from West Point
If it’s Graduation at West Point, summer can’t be far behind. However, with the early drizzle and the later breeze, the weather at the Graduation for the Class of 2025 was more fall than summer, with temps in the mid-50s. Still, nothing could dampen the spirits of the 1,002 graduates who endured the 47-month West…
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NASCAR Honors CPT Joshua Byers ’96
NASCAR racing has become as much a part of the fabric of American life as apple pie. And this Memorial Day weekend, the sport is honoring the solemn holiday by remembering Captain Joshua Byers ’96, emblazoning his name among those of other fallen servicemembers on the 40 cars racing in the Coca-Cola 600.
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2025 Wreath-laying, Alumni Review, and Distinguished Graduate Awards
Join West Point in celebrating the 2025 Alumni Exercises and Distinguished Graduate Awards, honoring legacy, leadership, and the Long Gray Line during Grad Week at the U.S. Military Academy.
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1LT Griffith ’31 Enshrined at the Patriots Peace Memorial
This Memorial Day, the Patriots Peace Memorial in Louisville, Kentucky, will enshrine 1LT Russell Hunter Griffith ’31, whose life and service reflect a deep family tradition of military dedication and sacrifice.
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MG (R) George ’88 Speaks to West Point Engineering Club
MG (R) John George ’88 spoke to cadets in the West Point American Society for Engineering Management Club (ASEM) in April about his experiences as a cadet at West Point, systems within the Army, and leadership. He focused on the power of collaboration. ASEM Club is a student chapter within the Department of Systems Engineering.…
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Brooks ’99 Joins General Officer Ranks
The U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command deputy commanding general for operations promoted to brigadier general during a ceremony at Fort Carson, Colo., on May 9, 2025. BG Donald K. Brooks ’99, who most recently served as the Space and Missile Defense Center of Excellence commandant, joined the general officer ranks shortly after assuming…
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Ranger Qualified, Ready to Lead: 1LT Warren ’21 Reflects on Selfless Service, 250 Years of USACE
1LT Amanda Warren ’21 is taking a well-deserved moment to reflect after becoming one of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ newest Ranger-qualified soldiers. “Ranger School pushed me to my physical and mental limits,” Warren said. “But I knew I was capable and well prepared.” That grit has defined Warren’s journey, fueling her success through…
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Chewning-Kulick ’17 Sets Bomb Suit Run World Record
A U.S. Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal officer proved his mettle by running a mile in a 62-pound bomb suit in 7 minutes and 4 seconds and setting a new Guinness World Record that is currently pending official verification. U.S. Army CPT Travis G. Chewning-Kulick ’17, the commander of the 752nd Ordnance Company (EOD), accomplished the…
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Scott ’54 Receives Charles McCaffree Award
The College Swim Coaches Association of America honored Dr. David R. Scott ’54 with the Charles McCaffree Award on May 5, 2025. This recognition is presented to an individual connected with the sport of collegiate swimming and diving who has achieved outstanding success outside of the pool. Scott is widely recognized for his contributions to…
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Purdue Awards Honorary Doctorate to Marshall Larsen ’70
Marshall Larsen ’70 is one of two Purdue University alumni who will receive honorary doctorates during the spring commencement ceremonies at Elliott Hall of Music, taking place May 15–18. Marshall Larsen first learned leadership skills as a student at the U.S. Military Academy. He later honed those skills as a longtime executive with Goodrich Corp.…
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