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Cadets build poise through adversity on CFT confidence courses

The saying “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” describes the experience of West Point cadets, who have built on their strengths and leadership abilities through summer training. ...

U.S. Military Academy Class of 2025 thrives on its way to earning diplomas, commissions

“Together We Thrive” is a motto the U.S. Military Academy Class of 2025 lived and thrived by, as 1,002 members – 82% of those who entered on Reception Day four years ago – graduated on May 24, 2025, at Michie Stadium in front of family, friends, academic and military mentors....

Cadet Cyber Team/EECS squad places second at NSA Cyber Exercise

U.S. Military Academy cadets from the Cadet Cyber Team and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) Department represented West Point in an inter-academy National Security Agency (NSA) Cyber Exercise competition virtually and in-person at the Maritime Conference Center from March 31-April 2, 2025, in Linthicum Heights, Maryland. ...

USMA honored during annual West Point Day in event

The New York Legislature honored the U.S. Military Academy during the 73rd annual West Point Day in Albany on April 9, 2025, at the State Capitol Building in Albany, New York....

LA28 CEO & West Point Grad offers leadership wisdom

Retired Lt. Gen. Reynold Hoover, former NORTHCOM deputy commander and FEMA chief of staff, described it as a startup with the visibility of a Fortune 100 company and a $7.1 billion budget to raise -- and “that’s a challenge.”...

Dean discusses leadership, innovation with retired Gen. Scott Miller during podcast

"As we look at the changes in artificial intelligence, I sense a wave different than even the Internet,” Retired Gen. Scott Miller observes....

West Point Dean unveils season 3 of “Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact” Podcast

West Point is excited to announce the launch of the third season of its podcast, "Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact." Hosted by West Point Dean, Brig. Gen. Shane Reeves, this season delves into the innovative research and pivotal discussions shaping the future of national security. ...

West Point will conduct a full-scale exercise from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. March 26

West Point will conduct a Full-Scale Exercise (FSE) on 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟔 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟖 𝐚.𝐦.-𝟒 𝐩.𝐦. This annual exercise is essential to ensure our readiness to respond to any emergency and keep our community safe and prepared during an all-hazard event....

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....

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, 2025, at Eisenhower Hall Theatre....