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Pesky insect destroys foliage, changes landscape but damage not permanent

Many residents have expressed concern about the appearance of invasive caterpillars, commonly known as the Spongy Moth, on trees in the West Point neighborhoods. ...

CLS, PANE join forces to provide science adventure, discovery for WPES fifth graders

Approximately 50 fifth graders from the West Point Elementary School took a field trip to Bartlett Hall May 29 to experience a science adventure with professors and instructors from the Chemistry and Life Sciences (CLS) and Physics and Nuclear Engineering (PANE) Departments....

Cadets earn Pershing medallion in recognition of top reflective essays through MX400

Through the Simon Center for the Professional Military Ethic (SCPME), MX400 is the superintendent’s capstone course for all U.S. Military Academy firsties with an emphasis on an officer’s duty to provide moral leadership. The course challenges cadets to become commissioned leaders of character who demonstrate virtue, honor, patriotism, and subordination to civilian authority....

West Point Association of Graduates honors six distinguished graduates during alumni ceremonies

At an institution steeped in tradition that has been ongoing for 222 years, alumni ceremonies during Graduation Week are a time to reflect and pay homage to the classes of graduates who have served and sacrificed in the defense of our nation....

Center for Faculty Excellence presents Dean's Awards to deserving faculty members

The Center for Faculty Excellence presents the Dean's Awards Ceremony, a celebration of Dean's Awards winners and the Master Teacher Program graduates on May 13, 2024, in the Haig Room at Jefferson Hall. ...

Graduation Week -- Everything you need to know

Close to 1,025 cadets are expected to graduate from the U.S. Military Academy Class of 2024 and be commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army on May 25. ...

USMAPS Class of 2024 graduates, members accepted into USMA Class of 2028

The U.S. Military Academy Preparatory School honored its Class of 2024 on its achievement with a Graduation Ceremony on May 11, 2024, at Eisenhower Hall Theatre....

DPE recognizes cadet-athletes, coaches, officers, OICs for character through athletic participation during Coach K Awards

The Department of Physical Education (DPE) hosted the 18th annual Coach Mike Krzyzewski Teaching Character Through Sport Award May 9 at the Thayer Awards Room. The award recognizes West Point cadet-athletes, coaches, officers in charge (OIC) and sport educators for their outstanding commitment to the development of noble character through athletic participation and leadership....

Company Athletics participants compete for Spring Brigade Championships

Company Athletics squads competed for the Spring Brigade Championships in Orienteering, Flickerball, Team Handball, Functional Fitness, Grappling and Ultimate Frisbee on May 7 at Daly Field and the Arvin Cadet Physical Development Center....

Cadets Reflect on Military Service during Inspiration to Serve Tour

Cadets, faculty, and staff convened at the West Point Cemetery for the 19th annual "Inspiration to Serve” (ITS) Cemetery Tour & Pre-Affirmation Reflection. The event was a tribute to West Point graduates who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation, held on May 2 at the U.S. Military Academy. ...