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The Special Forces Scholar
Since 1960, nearly 150 West Point graduates have pursued graduate study as Olmsted Scholars, many of whom later rose to important positions of senior leadership in the Army (including Ambassador and General John P. Abizaid ’73 [Retired], former Commander, U.S. Central Command; and Lieutenant General Patrick J. Donahue ’80 [Retired], former Deputy Commander, U.S. Army…
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COL (R) Viney ’91 Releases Two Books About GEN Earle Wheeler ’32
COL (R) Mark A. Viney ’91 has released two books about the life and career of GEN Earle Wheeler, a 1932 graduate of West Point.
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Roberts ’04 Releases “The Gospel of You”
Thomas Roberts ’04 released the book “The Gospel of You: Start Telling Your Story.” According to Roberts, being able to tell one’s own story in different scenarios, situations, under pressure, under any circumstance, and in any setting can be the difference between a life of advancement and opportunity or a life mired in mediocrity and…
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Johnson ’76 Announced as the 39th Black Engineer of the Year
Ron Johnson ’76, Chief of Staff and Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at Georgia Institute of Technology, was nominated for the prestigious Black Engineer of the Year Award (BEYA) at the 39th Annual BEYA STEM DTX Conference. This event which honors excellence in STEM will take place in Baltimore, Maryland, in February 2025, recognizing…
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West Point Grads Take Charge in Hurricane Relief and Recovery
In the wake of Hurricanes Helene’s and Milton’s devastating impact, West Point graduates have rallied together to provide critical support for relief efforts. Leveraging their leadership and organizational skills, they’ve coordinated fundraising drives, organized supply chains, and deployed teams to assist affected communities.
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Major Floren Herrera ’13 Receives Nininger Award
Major Floren Herrera, Class of 2013, received the 2024 Alexander R. Nininger Award for Valor at Arms, on October 10, 2024.
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MAJ Middlebrooks ’10 Receives Department of the Army Pace Award
MAJ Arthur Middlebrooks ’10, received the annual Department of the Army Pace Award at a Pentagon ceremony in September, presented by the Honorable Christine Wormuth, Secretary of the Army.
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MAJ Phillips ’09 Releases “Number Your Stories and Lead Like a Legend”
MAJ Logan Phillips ’09 released “Number Your Stories and Lead Like a Legend.” Throughout the book, MAJ Logan Phillips shares his thought-provoking, faith-led tales as an Army officer, former Basic Training Commander, and assistant Professor at USMA.
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Duty, Honor, Country—All the Way!
“Stand up! Hook up! Shuffle to the door! Airborne!” Now imagine taking a long walk toward, not away from, a mine or IED and diffusing it without a bomb suit or robot, instead with what could be jumped in: rope, scissors, and explosives. Fire in the hole! Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) combined with Airborne—that’s courageous,…
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Celebrating the Lasting Impact of the Classes of ’79 and ’89
At the Army West Point vs. Rice football game, two generous classes came together to demonstrate the enduring spirit of support for their alma mater.
