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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....

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. Tuesday, Jan. 14 at Eisenhower Hall Ballroom....

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....

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, 2024, in front of Quarters 100 of U.S. Military Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Steven Gilland’s home. ...

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....

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. ...

Community Alert: Traffic, parking, gameday information for AAC Championship Game on Dec. 6

Army returns to Michie Stadium to host the Tulane Green Wave for the AAC Championship on Friday, Dec. 6 at 8 p.m. Fans are encouraged to arrive early, ALL fans 17 and older must present a valid ID to enter West Point. Access through blocking positions will only be permitted for those with proper credentials or active emergency vehicles. ...

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....

Cadets push themselves to their physical limit during the Indoor Obstacle Course Test

It’s a test of physical endurance, brute strength and the mental will to achieve past one’s bodily limits as U.S. Military Academy second- and first-class cadets push themselves during the Indoor Obstacle Course Test (IOCT) on Nov. 20 at Hayes Gymnasium in the Arvin Cadet Physical Development Center....