West Point News Funeral, interment of American hero, Medal of Honor recipient at West Point “Keep smiling,” were two poignant words offered by Becky Baran, the youngest child of Capt. Paul William “Buddy” Bucha, in a message she knew her father would want to convey and advice he wished people would heed most.... Public Affairs Archives Press Releases Community Links Submit Story West Point graduates, commissions 23 Class of 2024 cadets during December Graduation ceremony The word surreal came to mind for a couple of graduating cadets when describing the journey it took to get to graduation day. Class of 2024 Cadets Ye Jin Bae and Alexis Elizabeth-Viola James were joined by 21 other cadets during the U.S. Military Academy December Class of 2024 Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony on Dec. 20 at Eisenhower Hall Theatre.... Marathon Team takes Army-Navy Game Ball Run mantle, begins journey to D.C. Wednesday The approximately 300-mile journey of the Army-Navy Ball Run begins Wednesday, Dec. 11, in front of Quarters 100 of U.S. Military Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Steven Gilland’s home. ... Cadets take big step toward their future, obtain their branches during Branch Night There was an invigorating enthusiasm in the air within the Eisenhower Hall Theatre as the U.S. Military Academy first-class cadets received and held within their hands envelopes containing their future. ... Public Affairs Archives Press Releases Community Links Submit Story Academic News West Point announces new Aerospace Engineering major The U.S. Military Academy at West Point is thrilled to announce its newest academic major — Aerospace Engineering! This program expands on the existing aerospace minor within the Mechanical Engineering program. It will provide cadets with innovative knowledge in aeronautical and astronautical engineering as they prepare for future warfare in a rapidly evolving world. ... Canadian general who led United Nations mission in Rwanda during Genocide donates papers to West Point Memory plays an important part in history. Much is determined by what, and how, events are remembered. They can be traumatic, so much so that we want to erase them, or try to sanitize them. This is why historians, journalists and others who study history have conflicting views, and why it is so important for the people who lived through these events to capture and preserve evidence whenever possible. ... West Point Dean and McMaster discuss the Warrior Ethos and the Future of Warfare “Important for us to be able to fight and win in wars … is our warrior ethos,” retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster explained. “The ethos is what we expect of one another based on the principles, the values we know that we know are essential to combat effectiveness.”... West Point transforms to address future warfare challenges As the battlefield continues to rapidly evolve, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point has launched two transformations to prepare graduates to lead now and through the next evolution of warfare.... Community News Volunteer spirit, hard work in paying respect to those buried at cemetery during Wreaths Across America Whether it is being involved to gain solace in losing a loved one in service to our country or giving back to honor those who served, Wreaths Across America (WAA) provides volunteers a conduit to remember those buried at the West Point Cemetery during the holiday season.... West Point Band gets into holiday spirit, performs annual holiday concert The West Point Band performed its annual Holiday Concert on Dec. 7-8 at Eisenhower Hall.... Community Alert: Phone numbers have been changed for some ACS services In accordance with the post wide telephone system upgrade, some Army Community Service (ACS) telephone numbers have recently changed. Please note the following changes and check back for ongoing updates.... West Point Cadet Glee Club, Harvard Glee Club to perform together in community event The West Point Cadet Glee Club and the Harvard Glee Club will perform together during a community event at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 14 at Eisenhower Hall Ballroom.... Sports & Entertainment News Ivey's overtime winner gives Army Hockey sweep over Air Force Army West Point Hockey (9-15-0, 9-8-0 Atlantic Hockey America) earned the sweep over Air Force (11-14-1, 8-8-0 Atlantic Hockey America) with a 4-3 overtime win on Jan. 18 over the Falcons in front of a sold-out crowd at Tate Rink.... Army Men's Club Hockey improves to 16-2-2 with key non-conference wins against Northeastern, Bentley Army West Point Men's Club Hockey team began last weekend ranked No. 2 in the Northeast Region of the American Collegiate Hockey Association, and the Black Knights solidified that position with victories at No. 1 Northeastern and No. 4 Bentley in the Boston area on Jan. 18 and 19. ... Army Football wins Independence Bowl, becomes first 12-win team in school history The #19 AP-ranked Army Black Knights (11-2, 9-0 AAC) played in the postseason for the first time since 2021, defeating the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs on Dec. 28 in the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl, 27-6, its 12th win of the season, the most wins in a season in school history. ... Army Women's Basketball defeats Boston University The Army West Point Women's Basketball team (10-2, 2-0 PL) defeated Boston University (6-7, 0-2 PL) with a commanding 69-59 victory on Jan. 5 at Christl Arena.... Video Highlights