WEST POINT ASSOCIATION OF GRADUATES PARENT HANDBOOK

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1 WEST POINT ASSOCIATION OF GRADUATES PARENT HANDBOOK

2 2 A NOTE OF INTRODUCTION Welcome to West Point! Once your son or daughter reports to Eisenhower (Ike) Hall at West Point, you ll begin a new chapter in your life unlike anything you have experienced. We have designed this booklet to help parents understand and meet the challenges that await you during the next few months at the United States Military Academy. Prior knowledge about the journey is a powerful tool in preparing you for the 47-month cadet experience. TABLE OF CONTENTS Letter from the Superintendent 3 Academy Overview 4 USMA Academic Achievements 5 Parent Support 6 Joining a Parents Club 7 West Point Association of Graduates Overview 8 Parent Support 9 Visiting West Point 10 Developing Leaders of Character 18 Plebe Academic Year 34 Yearling Academic Year 36 Cow Academic Year 38 Firstie Academic Year 40 Special Events Weekends 42 Programs 44 Support Services 47 Glossary of Cadet Slang Army West Point Football 52 Supporting West Point & the Long Gray Line 55 The Long Gray Line Stretches 58 West Point is Everywhere 59 Calendar of Events 60 Herbert Alumni Center 82 The Gift Shop 84 USMA Map 86 On, Brave Old Army Team 87 West Point Alma Mater 88 The Army Song 89 Helpful Phone Numbers 90 Parents Clubs 92 Important Information About My Cadet 98 Proudly Funded By

3 3 LIEUTENANT GENERAL ROBERT L. CASLEN, SUPERINTENDENT Dear Parents, On behalf of the staff and faculty of the United States Military Academy, welcome to the West Point family! We are honored you have entrusted your sons and daughters to us as they prepare for their future roles as leaders for our Army. Our mission is to educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the Nation as an officer in the United States Army. During their 47 months at West Point, your sons and daughters will receive both a world-class education, as well as complete a mentally and physically demanding leader development experience that will prepare them for their future roles as Army officers. Their experiences here will be, undoubtedly, some of the most challenging of their lives and a key part of their success will be your love, encouragement and support. I would encourage you to contact the USMA Parent Communications Liaison, Debra Dalton, or visit our parent information webpage at You can also find information there about connecting to parent s information through social media. Finally, your local West Point Parents Club is a great source of information and support while your sons and daughters attend West Point. GO ARMY! LTG Robert L. Caslen, Jr. 59th Superintendent

4 4 ACADEMY OVERVIEW The mission of the United States Military Academy is to educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the nation as an officer in the United States Army. The academy envisions that graduates will be commissioned leaders of character who, in preparation for the intellectual and ethical responsibilities of officership, are broadly educated, professionally skilled, morally-ethically grounded and physically fit, and committed to continued growth and development both as Army officers and as American citizens. As such, graduates must understand the Profession of Arms and the application of a broad liberal education in the arts and sciences to that profession; the fundamentals of the American Constitution and the responsibilities of commissioned officers to its defense; and the values and ethical standards of the United States Army: the Professional Military Ethic. Graduates must also demonstrate personal devotion to the duties of a commissioned officer: intellectual curiosity, imagination, and creativity; ability to act rationally and decisively under pressure; mastery of the basic military and physical skills required for entry into commissioned service; inspiration and motivation to lead American Soldiers in war and peace leadership characterized by a winning spirit; the ability and motivation to achieve and sustain unit climates that are conducive to military effectiveness and professional excellence; and personal commitment to the selfless standards of officership within the United States Army. Academy systems and programs have been structured to contribute to instilling these characteristics in each graduate.

5 USMA ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS U.S. News & World Report 2017 #1 High School Counselor Ranking #2 Public Liberal Arts College #4 Best Undergrad Engineering Programs #19 National Liberal Arts College Forbes 2016 #1 Public College #6 Liberal Arts College #11 in the Northeast (ranked #14 overall; USNA #24 only two public colleges in Top 25) Princeton Review 2016 #1 Most Accessible Professors (6th year in a row!) #1 Students Study the Most #2 Everybody Plays Intramural Sports #2 Best College Library #3 Best Health Services #3 Most Active Student Government College Choice 2016 #14 Best Bachelor s in Engineering Degree Program (USAFA #17, USNA #18) Business Insider 2015 #13 Best College Campus (only Academy in Top 20) 5

6 6 PARENT SUPPORT DEBRA DALTON, USMA PARENT COMMUNICATIONS LIAISON Our philosophy on parent communication is simply that parents should have the correct information in order to support their sons and daughters while attending West Point. Please keep in mind that it is a college experience, and your cadet will need to navigate much of it on their own. And, we encourage open communication between parents and cadets! That said, it is the role of the Parent Communications Liaison to help answer questions or redirect parents if/when the need arises. West Point Parents Clubs also facilitate communication between the Academy and cadet parents, promoting the image of West Point, assisting the Academy in recruitment efforts, and providing fellowship to parents of cadets. This office is responsible for supporting parents and Parent Clubs that have formed all over the United States. West Point Parents Clubs offer an opportunity for mutual support, fellowship, and access to useful information about the Academy and cadet life. At present, there are more than 85 clubs throughout the United States and abroad. To find a club near you, contact the West Point Parents Club Coordinator at or at deb.dalton@usma.edu. GO ARMY!

7 JOINING A PARENTS CLUB 7 WE UNDERSTAND AND WE CAN HELP! Membership in a West Point Parents Club offers valuable opportunities for mutual support, fellowship, and access to useful information about the Academy and cadet life, although each club is an independent organization, clubs are officially recognized and supported by the Academy. The Parents Club network offers a dynamic line of communication between the Academy and cadet parents. The USMA Parent Communications Liaison, Debra Dalton, relays current information to club presidents, who then communicate with their members through s and newsletters. Typical club activities are meetings, informal get-togethers, tailgates, holiday balls, new cadet picnics, luncheons or dinners, and other events at which cadet families gather. Parents Clubs are not a substitute for communication between you and your cadet s company tactical officer (TAC). Specific concerns or information regarding your cadet should be addressed to the TAC. Many Parents Clubs communicate and interact with West Point Societies and members of the West Point Admissions Field Force in their local areas. Through this networking, these groups are able to gain a broad perspective on the Academy and to assist in telling the West Point story across the country. Some clubs are becoming more involved by working with Admissions Office in spreading the word about West Point to their local communities and high schools. Many work with the West Point Societies by coordinating events at away football games and Founder s Day activities. There are West Point Parents Clubs in most states. To join a Parents Club near you, simply locate the club in your region and contact the president. Please see page 92 of this handbook for a listing of Parents Clubs. If there isn t a club in your area and you would like more information about forming one, please call the USMA Parent Communications Liaison, at

8 8 WEST POINT ASSOCIATION OF GRADUATES OVERVIEW Dear Parents, On behalf of the West Point Association of Graduates (WPAOG), I am pleased to provide the 2017/2018 Parent Handbook. We hope you will find this a useful resource for better understanding the Academy and preparing for your cadet s West Point experience. Before long, your son or daughter will join the ranks of the prestigious Long Gray Line and continue the Academy s great tradition of leadership and service. WPAOG is the Academy s alumni association. We provide programs during the cadet years and a range of services after graduates have left West Point. We rely on parents to help preserve and strengthen our relationships with recent graduates, as they are called away to the farthest reaches of the world. I encourage you to participate in your cadet s experience and take advantage of offerings provided by our dedicated WPAOG team in Herbert Hall: West Point Magazine, a quarterly publication about graduates, cadets and the Academy. WPAOG-hosted events such as the March Plebe-Parent Breakfast and activities during R-Day, A-Day, Army Football games, Graduation, and more. WPAOG s parent portal on our website, which provides useful resources to keep parents informed of happenings at the Academy, Parent Clubs, and with other USMA family members. WPAOG raises funds for the Academy. We manage private funding for additional developmental programs that go beyond the core elements to create the Margin of Excellence. Through the generosity of graduates, parents, and friends, the Academy implements programs that enable cadets to reach their highest potential. We hope you will join us in supporting this important component of cadet education and development through the West Point Parents Fund. Finally, I am happy to introduce our Parents Relations Manager, Shelisa Baskerville. She works closely with Debra Dalton, USMA Parents Communication Liaison, and together they provide a wealth of knowledge and assistance to families when needed. Their contact information is listed on page 90 of this book. Wishing you and your cadet all the best, Todd A. Browne President and CEO of WPAOG

9 PARENT SUPPORT 9 SHELISA BASKERVILLE, WPAOG PARENT RELATIONS MANAGER Welcome to the West Point family! As the Parent Relations Manager at WPAOG, I collaborate with the USMA Parent Communications Liaison, Debra Dalton, to keep cadets, parents and Parent Club presidents informed about the ways WPAOG supports current cadets and their families. I also facilitate parents participation in WPAOG s various programs. Keeping parents well informed enhances the West Point experience for everyone. WPAOG s website WestPointAOG.org hosts a parent portal full of useful resources to make parents aware of what is taking place at the Academy and with the nearly 100 West Point Parents Clubs across the country. Another key role I fulfill is raising private funds for the West Point Parents Fund. The Fund supports Margin of Excellence programs which take cadets out of the classroom and often away from the Academy s grounds. These experiences are frequently life-changing and among the highlights of a cadet s time at West Point. I am here to help you become better acquainted with these programs and the role they play in a cadet s life. Please remember to fill out our data form so that I can better serve you throughout your family s 47-month West Point experience and beyond! I am here to answer your questions, support your Parent Club activities and, through the Parents Fund, help make your cadet s experience at the Academy all that it can be. You can contact me directly at or at shelisa.baskerville@wpaog.org. I look forward to greeting you in person and working with you throughout the coming years! GO ARMY!

10 10 VISITING WEST POINT THE MALEK WEST POINT VISITORS CENTER YOUR FIRST STOP WHEN VISITING THE ACADEMY! Please note The Malek West Point Visitors Center is closed for renovation in June The new Malek West Point Visitors Center is expected to be completed in the Fall of During construction, temporary facilities are located in the Malek West Point Visitors Center parking lot, to include the Army West Point Athletics Gift Shop, restrooms, West Point Tours and the Visitors Control Center. The VCC is where visitors requiring access to West Point and not taking tours can go to get their Local Access Cards. The Malek West Point Visitors Center provides an excellent central starting point for all visitors to the U.S. Military Academy. The Malek West Point Visitors Center and West Point Museum are open to the general public on a daily basis. Visitors may enter the academy grounds by guided tours, however, there are no guided tours during Graduation Week, on Football home game days, or on any days the Malek West Point Visitors Center is closed or closes early. Tours may be canceled at any time. It is strongly recommended that visitors call the Malek West Point Visitors Center at the week they are traveling to West Point to check on the status of the tours. For the current schedule of tours and prices, call West Point Tours, Inc. at or go to westpointtours.com. The original Malek West Point Visitors Center was officially opened May 1, 1952, in the field artillery sheds at the south end of post a site now occupied by the provost marshal s office. The current Malek West Point Visitors Center, which opened September 1, 1989, on the site of the former Ladycliff College Library, continues to attract, educate and inform the public about the Academy and its environs. Videos on cadet life and West Point history are shown continuously throughout the day. Exhibits include a full-scale cadet barracks room, a cadet uniform room, cadet daily life, academic fields of endeavor and the admissions process. The Malek West Point Visitors Center also has a gift shop and public rest rooms. They are accessible to those with special needs.

11 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 11 Identification Requirements to Enter West Point Escorted Visitors Escorted visitors are persons who enter West Point accompanied by a qualified escort. Escorted visitors do not need to visit the Visitor Control Center but must remain with the qualified escort and have in their possession an approved form of identification at all times. DoD Identification Card If you are in possession of a valid (not expired) Department of Defense-issued identification card, you may enter West Point and other federally controlled installations. Qualified Escorts Qualified escorts are Department of Defense identification card holders. This includes Common Access Card holders (Military, Civilian Government employees and contractors) or Teslin identification card holders (Retirees, their spouses and Military dependents aged 16 and older.) A qualified escort must accompany each individual he or she is escorting. When riding in a vehicle through an entrance gate at West Point, a qualified escort may only sponsor those individuals who are in his or her vehicle. A qualified escort may not sponsor a vehicle that he or she is not in. Visitors If you are not a Department of Defense issued identification card holder you must obtain a Local Area Credential (LAC) by filling out a Local Area Credential Request Form and visiting our Visitor Control Center at 2107 New South Post Road, West Point, NY 10996, Tel: or The Visitor Control Center is open Monday-Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. When the Visitor Control Center is closed, visitors will be directed by electronic signs to proceed to Thayer Gate. If you do not have a Department of Defense issued identification card, you will be considered one of three categories: Escorted Visitors, Foreign Visitors and Unescorted Visitors. Generally, a current driver s license or passport will suffice for identification, but driver s licenses and identification cards from specific territories and states that do not comply with the REAL ID Act of 2005 are not to be used as the sole source for identity verification to access Federal installations. A listing of the current state-by-state compliance is available at

12 12 VISITING WEST POINT Foreign Visitors Foreign visitors must be escorted at all times by a qualified escort in order to enter the installation. That requirement can be met by either entering with a DoD identification card holder or taking a bus tour with an assigned guide provided the bus tour agency presents a valid legible manifest. See below for bus tour information. Unescorted Visitors Unescorted visitors are persons 17 years of age and above with a valid (not expired) Department of Defense-issued identification card. Unescorted visitors are asked to report to the Visitor Control Center at 2107 New South Post Road, West Point, NY to apply for a West Point Local Area Credential (LAC). The Visitor Control Center is open Monday-Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. When the Visitor Control Center is closed, visitors will be directed by electronic signs to proceed to Thayer Gate. To expedite the process of obtaining a LAC, we encourage you to fill out and bring a completed Local Area Credential Request form with you. Please visit Westpoint.army. mil/documents/lacrequest.pdf to download the form. Local Area Credential expiration dates vary due to the length of stay and type of visitor. Please inquire at the Visitor Control Center when applying for your credential. Commercial and private delivery vehicles (e.g., household goods shipments, large package deliveries) who arrive Monday Friday from 6 a.m. 6 p.m. should report to the Visitor Control Center to be issued a LAC. If a delivery vehicle arrives on Saturday or Sunday, proceed directly to Stony Lonesome Gate. Requirements for Unescorted Visitors: For visitors 17 years of age and above you will need to have in your possession a valid photo ID (e.g., a driver s license) containing biographical information such as name, address, gender, eye color and height. Generally, a current driver s license or passport will suffice for identification, but driver s licenses and identification cards from specific territories and states that do not comply with the REAL ID Act of 2005 are not to be used as the sole source for identity verification to access Federal installations. Acceptable primary forms of identification, not including a driver s license, are: 1. United States Passport or United States Passport Card. 2. Permanent Resident Card/Alien Registration Receipt Card (Form I-551). 3. Foreign passport with a temporary (I-551) stamp or temporary (I-551) printed notation on a machine-readable immigrant visa. 4. Employment authorization document that contains a photograph (Form I-766) 5. U.S. Military or draft record. 6. U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Card. 7. Transportation Worker Identification Card. 8. Native American Tribal Document. 9. In the case of a nonimmigrant alien authorized to work for a specific employer incident to status, a foreign passport with Form I-94 or Form I-94A bearing the same name as the passport and containing an endorsement of the alien s nonimmigrant status, as long as the endorsement has not yet expired and the proposed employment is not in conflict with any restrictions or limitations identified on the form.

13 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 13 Anyone who does not possess a driver s license or identification card compliant with the REAL ID Act of 2005 is not allowed access onto West Point unless they have a secondary form of identification (see approved list below). A listing of the current state-by-state compliance is available at Acceptable secondary forms of identification are: 1. Select university, library, or school cards containing a photograph, name, and expiration date. 2. Non-government photo identification with a person s name and address. 3. Birth certificate or document with a person s full name and date of birth. 4. Utility bill or other documentation showing the person's name and address of principal residence. 5. Vehicle registration with name and address. Security requirements are subject to change without notice. For updates and current requirements please visit The West Point Museum The oldest museum in the Department of Defense, opened in It is located next to the Malek West Point Visitors Center. It consists of six galleries that focus on West Point and its history, the history of warfare, the history of the U.S. Army in both war and peace, and a history of military small arms and large weapons. The collections are diverse and contain military arms, uniforms, and flags, as well as military battle art, portraiture, and other memorabilia related to West Point and the Corps of Cadets. The earliest exhibits date to 3000 B.C. with artifacts from Egypt s Old Kingdom, and the most current objects are from the Gulf War. Galleries are designed by theme and then chronologically to facilitate self-guided tours. For more information about the museum visit the museum s website at usma.edu/museum. Constitution Island During the Revolutionary War, the fortifications at West Point and Constitution Island were critical to the defense of the Hudson River. The Constitution Island Association runs tours to Constitution Island for the public from late June through late September and at special times during the year. To reach the island, visitors take a ferry from the South Dock at West Point. Tours leave the South Dock at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday. Tours are approximately 2¼ hours in duration. Visit their web site at usma.edu/museum/sitepages/constitutionisland.aspx or call to make reservations.

14 14 VISITING WEST POINT Gift Shops West Point Association of Graduates Gift Shop Association of Graduates Gift Shop located in Herbert Hall at 698 Mills Road, offers a wide variety of West Point related apparel and gifts, including many top retail brands. Open Monday Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and special occasion Saturdays or shop online 24/7 at WPAOGGiftShop.com. Call for more information. Daughters of the United States Army Gift Shop Located in the museum, has a variety of museum related items, West Point souvenirs, and other specialty products. Visit their web site at shop.dusagiftshop.org/ or call the museum at Army West Point Athletics Gift Shop Located in the same building as the Malek West Point Visitors Center, offers a full line of West Point related clothing and souvenir items. The facility is open the same hours as the Visitors Center. Visit their website at goarmysports.com or call / USMA. West Point Women s Club Gift Shoppe Located just north of the cemetery, offers West Point themed jewelry, stationary, children s items, and scrapbooking supplies. Many of the items are handcrafted by military spouses. Store hours are published on their website at shopthepoint.com or call

15 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 15 Lodging Near West Point America s Best Value Inn Central Valley Bear Mountain Inn Cadet Motel Candlewood Suites Nanuet-Rockland County Courtyard Fishkill Courtyard by Marriott Newburgh Stewart Airport Days Inn Harriman Woodbury Days Inn Nanuet Spring Valley Days Inn Newburgh West Point/Stewart International Airport Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Nanuet Econo Lodge Near Stewart International Airport Hampton Inn Fishkill Hampton Inn Harriman Hampton Inn Nanuet Hampton Inn & Suites Newburgh-Stewart Airport Hilton Garden Inn Nanuet Holiday Inn Express Fishkill-Mid Hudson Valley Holiday Inn Express Peekskill Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Point Homewood Suites by Hilton Newburgh-Stewart Airport Howard Johnson Inn Newburgh IHG Army Hotels Five Star Inn Inn on the Hudson New Windsor Country Inn Ramada Newburgh/West Point Residence Inn by Marriott Fishkill Super 8 Newburgh West Point Stewart Intl Airport West Point Motel Windsor Motel

16 16 VISITING WEST POINT Bed & Breakfast Near West Point Bricktown Inn Caldwell House Bed and Breakfast Hudson River Crest B&B La Bel Worstell BandB Overlook on the Hudson Bed & Breakfast Pig Hill Stockbridge Ramsdell House Bed & Breakfast Storm King Lodge Bed and Breakfast Please Note: West Point/WPAOG does not endorse, recommend, or approve any of the hotels listed above. It is provided for informational purposes and for the convenience of parents. Airports Near West Point Albany International Airport John F. Kennedy International Airport LaGuardia Airport Newark Liberty International Airport Stewart International Airport Westchester County Airport

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18 18 DEVELOPING LEADERS OF CHARACTER THE PROFESSION OF OFFICERSHIP Officership is the practice of being a commissioned Army leader. Officers swear an oath of loyalty and service to the Constitution. They serve at the pleasure of the President, who is the commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces. Officers are accountable for the state of the Army and the accomplishment of its missions. Officers apply discretionary judgment and bear ultimate moral responsibility for their decisions. Their commission imposes total accountability and requires service of unlimited liability. Essential to officership is a unique self-concept, shared throughout the profession, consisting of four roles servant of the nation, warrior, member of a profession, and leader of character. Grounded in the Army Values Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity and Personal Courage this shared self-concept inspires and shapes the officer and the Army Officer Corps. Officers must be self-aware and adaptable leaders. As professionals, officers are committed to mastery of the arts and sciences of the Profession of Arms through an inspired quest for lifelong learning. Officers gain expertise se through progressive education, technical training and the experiences provided through increasingly challenging operational assignments. Officers must also be highly educated, not just in military skills, but in a broad range of disciplines, including basic sciences, engineering, the humanities, and social sciences. Military Ethics Ethical Development Professional Military Ethic Education (PME2) The purpose of Professional Military Ethic Education is to provide cadets instruction that reinforces current academy programs and assists in developing the self-concept of Officership and the ethos of the American Military Profession. The PME2 program of instruction attempts to put all lesson objectives into the context of real-life situations. The goal is to show cadets how their education fits into the big picture, both in society as a whole and the Army. The curriculum is designed to reinforce education in three areas fundamentally important to developing leaders of character: Values Education, Officership, and Leader Development. The Honor Program Duty, Honor, Country. Those three hallowed words reverently dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, what you will be. They are your rallying point. Gen. Douglas MacArthur spoke those words to the Corps of Cadets on May 12, 1962, in his farewell address to West Point. The Cadet Honor Program is essential to the character development of cadets throughout their 47-month experience. The program s foundation is the Cadet Honor Code, which states: A cadet will not lie, cheat, steal or tolerate those who do.

19 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 19 The Respect Program The West Point Respect Program is centered on the Respect Creed: Cadets will treat others and themselves with dignity and worth and expect the same from those around them. West Point teaches that truly exercising respect for others is a leadership discipline and a skill that cadets and leaders develop over time. Cadets recognize that, as leaders, they are responsible for instilling a respectful climate in their cadet companies, on their athletic teams, and in their clubs. The Respect Program promotes unconditional respect for all people and courageous communication. The idea of unconditional respect simply means recognizing that each person deserves a baseline of dignity and worth regardless of their capabilities, and courageous communication focuses on promoting respectful confrontation rather than gossiping or ostracizing. As much as CBT develops you militarily and physically, it s the development of the camaraderie over the six weeks of rigor that sticks with you the most. At West Point, you are challenged in a variety of ways in every developmental area mentally, physically, militarily, and socially. The system will find your weaknesses, but that is the point West Point toughens you. CADET LIFE The West Point Experience When cadets enter the Academy, they become active duty members of the U.S. Army and take the first steps toward joining The Long Gray Line, one of the proudest traditions in the Army and in the nation. At West Point, cadets will be developed as leaders of character to prepare to serve our Army and country for a lifetime. The demanding 47-month West Point experience transforms cadets into leaders. This experience includes academic, military, and physical development. A strong emphasis on moral-ethical standards is woven into each developmental area. You can be enormously proud of the accomplishments of your cadet. West Point is extremely selective, enrolling only the most promising young men and women. They are bright, eager, and enthusiastic; and they demonstrate a high degree of extraordinary leadership potential. They are among the finest young people in America, and we are proud that they have chosen to come to West Point. Academic Program During their first two years, the program of study consists of a core curriculum of science, English, mathematics, history, information technology, and behavioral and social sciences. This broad base of knowledge forms the foundation for a higher-level core curriculum, a minimum of three engineering courses, and specialization in an academic major. Your cadets may wish to keep you informed of how they are doing. If they experience difficulty in a course, they should seek help immediately. Additional instruction (AI) is offered in every course. Cadets may also request tutors through their companies. Cadets select their major in the 2nd term of their Plebe year after a eight month exploration of available majors.

20 20 DEVELOPING LEADERS OF CHARACTER Majors and Fields of Study Cadets choose their major in the fall term of their Plebe year. Until the end of their sophomore year, all cadets are taking the same basic core classes. These 31 courses give a balanced education in arts, sciences and the humanities. Majors in the Social Sciences Department Comparative Politics Major Program Economics Major Program: Can also pursue a major with honors. International Relations Programs: Can also pursue a major with honors. English and Philosophy Department Art, Philosophy and Literature Major: The ideal is from Achilles, To be a speaker of words and a doer of deeds. Majors in the Department of Chemistry and Life Sciences Chemical Engineering Major Program Chemistry: This major offers an American Chemical Society Certified Degree Program in addition to the baseline major. Life Science Major Program Majors in the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Major Mechanical Engineering Major Majors in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Computer Science Major Program Cyber Major Program Electrical Engineering Major Program Information Technology Major Program: an additional degree is offered for Bachelor of Science in Electronic and Information Technology Systems. Majors in the Department of Foreign Languages Arabic Chinese French German Persian Portuguese Russian Spanish Majors in the Department of Geography and Environmental Engineering Environmental Engineering Environmental Geography Environmental Science Geospatial Information Science Major Human Geography

21 Major in the Department of History History Major in the Department of Law Law and Legal Studies Majors in the Department of Mathematical Sciences Mathematical Science Operations Research Minors in Applied Statistics and Network Science Majors in the Department of Physics and Nuclear Engineering Advanced Physics Nuclear Engineering Interdisciplinary Science Majors in the Department of Systems Engineering Engineering Management Systems Engineering Operations Research Studies Major Majors in the Department of Behavioral Sciences and Leadership Applied General Psychology Organizational Psychology and Leadership Engineering Psychology Leader Development Science Management Department of Physical Education Kinesiology Department of Military Instruction Defense and Strategic Studies WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 21 United States Military Academy Accreditation The United States Military Academy at West Point has been accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education since It is reaccredited every ten years. Programs in Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Nuclear Engineering are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. United States Military Academy programs in Computer Science and Information Technology are accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.

22 22 DEVELOPING LEADERS OF CHARACTER Military Program When new cadets arrive on R-Day, they begin to experience the military environment ever present at the Academy. They are required to conduct themselves according to military standards. The first phase of military training is given during the seven-week program known as Cadet Basic Training (CBT). CBT is one of the most strenuous and intense periods of training cadets encounter while at the Academy. CBT culminates with CBT Challenge, which includes an air movement of the new cadets out to the training area via helicopters. Once in the field, the new cadet squads compete against each other over a rigorous course using teamwork and their training to navigate, complete military tasks and solve complex problems. CBT is officially over when the new cadets complete the Marchback. Marching alongside the new cadets will be the 50-year affiliate class, which graduated 50 years before this class is expected to be commissioned. Once they enter the gate, new cadets, led by the USMA Band, are greeted by well-wishers lining the streets as they pass in review before the superintendent and senior members of the staff. The new class of cadets will be accepted into the corps and acknowledged as cadets during a brigade review on The Plain. Plebes will then be allowed walking privileges. Each academic year, cadets receive instruction in military subjects. The Military Science instruction during their first academic year is MS100 Introduction to Warfighting; in the Spring Semester, MS100 introduces cadets to the Army. Cadets learn the Seven Army Values; the duties and responsibilities of an officer; and the roles of non- commissioned officers, warrant officers, and DA civilians. Additionally, MS100 provides cadets a foundation of tactical knowledge necessary for success during Cadet Field Training (CFT), which is held in the summer following the plebe year. Tactical instruction includes map reading, troop-leading procedures, and an introduction to military planning. Cadets are also introduced to dismounted platoon operations, patrolling, the organization of a light infantry squad/platoon, and the characteristics of organic weapons.

23 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 23 Physical Program The mission of the Department of Physical Education is to create a cadet-centered educational environment that provides a militarily relevant and scientifically based physical development program, and instills a warrior ethos of physical and mental superiority. The Department of Physical Education develops this environment by engaging cadets in activities that promote and enhance the warrior ethos, physical fitness, psychomotor performance, and a healthy lifestyle. The Physical Program helps cadets develop physical skills, self-confidence, respect for fair play, and a commitment to maintain individual and unit physical fitness. The Physical Program includes physical education instruction, fitness assessments, and a competitive sports program. The Instructional Program is accomplished through enrollment in the Basic Instruction Program (BIP) Fundamentals of Personal Fitness, Army Fitness Development and a variety of Lifetime Physical Activity (LPA) courses. The BIP courses consist of Survival Swimming, Boxing (Men), Fundamentals of Combative (women), Military Movement, and Combat Applications. The LPA program is designed to simulate individual development through participation in a wide variety of physical activity classes, including rock climbing, tennis, alpine skiing, cycling, and scuba. The Competitive Sports Program requires cadets to participate in company athletics, competitive club athletics, or intercollegiate athletics. Participation in competitive sports contributes to the will-to-win and moral-ethical and leadership development of cadets. By providing an environment in which Army values are reinforced and the principles of fair play are promoted, cadets learn how to win the right way, which transfers directly to their roles as officers. Fair play initiatives focus on demonstrating respect for the rules as well as one s opponent, coaches, officials, and teammates. The Fitness Assessment Program is designed to assess a cadet s progress toward achieving a high level of motor and physical fitness. Cadets are required to pass the Indoor Obstacle Course Test (IOCT) during the Second-Class year. Fourth Class cadets are introduced to and evaluated on the IOCT as part of PE 117 Military Movement. This test is designed to monitor progress toward Physical Program goals and to motivate cadets to achieve a high level of physical fitness. In addition to the IOCT, the health-related components of fitness are assessed and embedded in the core curriculum in the Fundamentals of Personal Fitness and Army Fitness Development. The academic year Physical Program is complemented by an intense and progressive Cadet Summer Training (CST) program. The Cadet Basic Training (CBT) and Cadet Field Training (CFT) programs are designed to prepare cadets for the physical demands of cadet/military service life and the combat environment. CFT provides each cadet repeated opportunities to apply principles learned during the academic year s physical education curriculum. Specifically, the CST programs integrate military and physical training. This integration provides a forum where cadets are taught to apply and model the knowledge, psycho-motor skills, attitudes, and behaviors that result in a sustained high level of physical fitness and enhanced combat readiness. The Physical Program contributes to all these aspects of learning. Cadets are challenged to successfully

24 24 DEVELOPING LEADERS OF CHARACTER accomplish physically demanding skills; to increase self- confidence, determination, and the will-to-win; and to think and act purposefully under physical and emotional stress. Fourth Class Year Fourth class year is the most formative time in the 47 months of a cadet s career. Not only does it serve as a key transition step from civilian to cadet life, it also establishes the basis for success in all of West Point s developmental programs. During this important year, the fourth-class cadet will: (a) Learn fundamental Soldier and cadet skills, successfully completing all required baseline elements within the developmental programs. (b) Receive a foundation for understanding and acceptance of the Army s Professional Military Ethic. (c) Develop s elf-discipline, duty motivation, and a commitment to service and teamwork. (d) Learn that success is measured by contributing to a team, performing to challenging standards and continuously pursuing excellence. By achieving these goals, the fourth-class cadets are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities awaiting them in the rest of their West Point Experience. Parents can be of great help to their sons or daughters through the challenging times. Since cadets are new and do not always understand the system and reasons for certain actions, they may misunderstand why certain things are done. Room Assignments Upon arrival at West Point, new cadets will be assigned to a CBT company. Room assignments are two or three-to-a-room and are made on a random basis and are not influenced by race, religion, creed, or socioeconomic backgrounds of individual cadets. Roommates are members of the same squad or platoon and will be responsible to the same upper class leaders. Cadets have the same roommate throughout the summer. Women generally are assigned to squads in pairs, and women will be assigned as roommates. Women live in the same buildings as their male fellow company members but have separate rooms and use separate latrine and shower facilities. New cadets and cadets are required to lock their room doors each night from Taps until Release from Quarters the following morning. The military atmosphere at West Point is maintained even in the cadet s room. For example, here is a cadet s description of a room arrangement: The Army has a place for everything and a way to fold everything. In our closet, clothes must be hung in a certain order. Our underwear must be folded just so, and in a certain part of the drawer. The inside of our desk is supposed to be neat and our books stacked on the shelf from the tallest to the shortest. In the medicine cabinet, the razor must be on a certain shelf and turned a certain way. We have to dust, sweep, clean the sinks, and make sure the mirror is clean. Between the end of CBT and the start of the academic year, cadets will be assigned to rooms in their permanent company areas. Cadets are generally assigned two or three to a room. Once assigned rooms, plebes retain the assignments from August through December. Cadets receive new room assignments each semester.

25 25 BTD XO/HHC TAC BTD OPS/HHC Mentor 1st Regiment Commander 1st Regiment Executive Officer 1st Battalion A D G B E H C F Brigade Tactical Officer BTD NCOIC/HHC TAC NCO Regs & Discipline BTO Admin Assistant BTD S3 R&D Clerks 2nd Regiment Commander 3rd Regiment Commander 4th Regiment Commander 2nd Regiment Executive Officer 3rd Regiment Executive Officer 4th Regiment Executive Officer A D G A D G A D G B E H B E H B E H C F C F C F I I I I

26 26 DEVELOPING LEADERS OF CHARACTER Leaves and Passes Information about leaves and passes is contained in the USCC Standing Operating Procedures (SOP) and associated privilege memorandums for leave periods. Cadets are responsible for submitting all requests and obtaining approval for leaves or passes. Approval must be obtained from the cadet s Tactical Officer before making any travel arrangements. A pass is a privilege that may be earned. It is approved or disapproved by the company tactical officer (TAC). Plebes are eligible for one baseline pass per semester during their first year. Generally, all cadets are authorized leave as a part of the curriculum and as a respite from academic and military duties. Unless otherwise notified, cadets may take leave from West Point during Thanksgiving, December Winter Leave period, Spring Break, and the summer. Cadets will receive specific information through privilege memorandums at the start of the academic year that specifies departure and return times for these leave periods. In the event of a family emergency, TACs may approve leave requests that meet the criteria for Army emergency leave status (death of a parent, in loco parents, or immediate family member). Passes may be granted for situations that do not meet the criteria for Army emergency leave by the Regimental Tactical Officer after approval from the TAC. Neither of these situations count against the cadet s baseline passes for the semester. If parents cannot reach their cadet, they should call the cadet s tactical officer or TAC NCO. Parents may also call the Central Guard Room , which is staffed 24 hours a day. Separation Process Separation from West Point during Cadet Basic Training is not a simple or immediate process in most situations, and can take 2 to 3 weeks. West Point understands that exhaustion and discouragement may be major factors in the desire to leave. Thus, the initial counseling process by the Chain of Command deliberately is extended over the course of a few days to give the New Cadet (NC) every opportunity to assess their situation with Cadre feedback. Once NC has consulted with their TAC officer in charge of the company during summer training and separation is requested, paperwork for the transition is initiated. NC will be allowed to call home to inform their parents about the decision. They will then be transitioned into Summer Garrison Regiment, where they will turn in their equipment and attend regular accountability formation while waiting for their paperwork to be processed. They no longer will be allowed to interact with other NCs, including during meals. Once the paperwork is complete, the NC will be free to return home. Transportation will be arranged by West Point. While the NC is in separation quarters, they may reconsider and wish to rejoin their company and West Point. While permission is often granted to rejoin, it is not guaranteed. If the NC has missed too much critical training, their attitude is toxic and inflammatory, or if their reasons for wanting to separate are entrenched, permission to rejoin may not be granted.

27 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 27 Cadet Home Address If your address changes while your cadet is at the Academy, he/she must go to the Cadet Personnel Office, S-1, to fill out a change of address form. The cadet is the only person authorized to do this. If parents do not reside at the same location, remind your cadet to provide addresses for both parents. Each parent will then receive information sent out by the academy as authorized by the cadet. MAILING ADDRESS FOR NEW CADETS Mail for new cadets should be addressed as shown below: New cadet John/Jane Doe P.O. Box* West Point, New York * * PO box numbers and companies of assignment will be issued to new cadets in a mailing prior to their arrival at West Point. Please note it is used twice in the address. Historic Cadet Mess in Washington Hall The neo-gothic Cadet Mess at West Point is an impressive structure configured like an enormous spoked wheel with six dining wings radiating from a central elevated poop deck. The mess hall seats and feeds the entire Corps of approximately 4,400 cadets in less than 25 minutes. It provides well-balanced, nutritional meals that support the cadets very active daily life. To maintain the unity of the Corps, the use of the mess hall by others is highly regulated. Family members may eat in the mess hall with their cadet under the following guidelines: Official Guests Cadets of any class may invite and escort an official guest (official as deemed by Protocol or Public Affairs) or a member of the Armed Forces during any meal, with minor exceptions listed in the USCC SOP. Unofficial Guests Second class cadets may invite and escort guests to informal meals only, with a maximum of five guests. The exception for fourth class cadets is during Plebe Parent Weekend, when they may escort guests to informal meals. Other exceptions are listed in the USCC SOP. Informal Meals Saturday lunch and dinner or Sunday brunch. Official Weekends Special events are scheduled throughout the year for different classes. At such times guest meal tickets are not authorized. Meal Hours Meal hours are posted on the cadet schedule and are strictly enforced.

28 28 DEVELOPING LEADERS OF CHARACTER A, B and F Saturdays A, B, and F Saturdays refer to three kinds of Saturdays in the cadet academic year schedule. The following explanation is from an academy regulation: Alpha (A) Saturdays are those Saturdays during which all cadets, except those participating in Corps Squad competitions and approved club or academic trip sections at or away from West Point are required to be in attendance for events scheduled on Saturday morning by the Commandant (A/C Saturday) or the Dean (A/D Saturday). Operating rules for A/D weekends include a formal evening study period (ESP) on Friday evening and Dean s activities on Saturday from 7:35 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. Operating hours for A/C weekends are the same as A/D weekends, to include the ESP on Friday evenings and 7:35 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. for Commandant s activities. Bravo (B) Saturdays are those Saturdays during which all events for cadets are discretionary. Extracurricular activities will schedule their away events on Bravo Saturday weekends. Foxtrot (F) Saturdays are those Saturdays during which the only requirements for cadets are in support of the home football game and supporting activities (i.e. guards, parade, march-on and Black Knight Alley). The Corps is required to attend each home game in support of the Army football team. The Commandant and the Dean will schedule no mandatory requirements for any cadets on a Foxtrot Saturday. Operating rules for F weekends include an Evening Study Period on Friday night. Cadets will receive the specific schedule of Saturdays at the start of the academic year. Many parents who plan a trip to West Point often schedule it on a B Saturday weekend, which may allow them more time with their cadet. Reminder: All information provided in this resource guide is subject to an individual cadet s circumstances, eligibility criteria and duty requirements.

29 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 29 Passes and Privileges Cadets in good standing can enjoy privileges while attending West Point. Most notable are passes, allowing the cadet to travel away from the Academy for a weekend. Privileges are earned, are commensurate with rank and are applicable to Cadets proficient in all of the three Academy Program areas: academic, physical and military. The term deficient refers to a snap-shot in time of the Cadet s Performance. Eligible Cadets in their plebe year are authorized routine passes; one pass per term (semester). Eligible cadets in their yearling year are authorized 2 passes in the first term and 3 passes in the 2nd term. Eligible cadets in their cow year are authorized 3 passes in the first term and 4 passes in the 2nd term. Eligible cadets in their firstie year are authorized unlimited passes. Cadets have the ability/opportunity to be awarded a performance pass, a reward for exceptional behavior or performance regardless of position or class. Performance passes may be awarded when a Cadet performs in a truly exemplary fashion in any one of the four pillars (academic, physical, military and character). Spirit passes are passes that authorize a cadet to depart the Academy with the requirement of supporting a designated sporting event while on pass. A Spirit pass does not count against a cadet s routine passes. Cadets do have limits on the number of spirit passes that can be taken each year. (Information from the USCC SOP) Walking Privileges Cadets may take Walking Privileges beyond the gates of West Point. The limits are defined as follows: the northern border of West Point, south to Bear Mountain traffic circle or the state park when traveling by car, east the Hudson River and west west side of Route 9W. Cadets may visit the West Point Morale, Welfare and Recreation facilities in accordance with appropriate privilege periods. Cadets are encouraged to review the USCC Standard Operating Procedure document and policy memos for more detailed information regarding privileges. The information presented here is to assist parents in understanding the basic privileges for cadets. Parameters of Walking Privileges To the North Washington Gate. To the East: The westerly bank of the Hudson River. To the West The easterly side of Route 9W, with the exception that cadets traveling in privately owned vehicles are permitted to ride down the westerly side of Route 9W to access an establishment on the easterly side of Route 9W. To the South To the Bear Mountain Bridge Circle. Cadets traveling in privately owned vehicles may travel to Bear Mountain State Park. Map of Walking Privileges

30 30 DEVELOPING LEADERS OF CHARACTER Computer and Electronic Mail Computing and other technologies are integral to the cadet experience. Each cadet is issued a notebook computer during Reorganization Week. The laptop is chosen through a competition that stresses high technical quality, reliability, and the manufacturer s commitment to support. They are also issued tablets for educational use. Both devices are equipped to be compatible with the West Point computer network, which connects more than 8,000 cadet, faculty, and staff computers, helping people to communicate. Cadet computers have a full, four-year, on-site warranty for routine repairs. Software required to support West Point academics and command functions is already installed on the computer when the cadet receives it. Cadets and parents frequently ask if a computer already on-hand can substitute for the issued computer. The answer is no; cadets have the option to purchase the computer package (which includes all necessary peripherals) negotiated by the academy. The computers are intended to meet or exceed all requirements set forth by the academic departments and support the security policies and regulations of a military network. It is often essential that computers are brought to every class, and, as such, they are an essential part of the teaching environment. The on-site facilities can claim an average 24-hour (or better) turnaround time on hardware and software repairs. These repair facilities only work on the computers issued by West Point due to warranty and training programs. Telephone Barracks are equipped on all floors with an internal antenna system, providing high quality cellular coverage for voice and data transmission. Carriers currently providing service are Verizon Wireless, ATT Mobility, Sprint/Nextel and T-Mobile. The Central Guard Room is staffed 24 hours a day, but should only be called for emergency situations. During the summer, your cadet will be placed in one of the nine CBT companies.

31 CADET MEDICAL CARE WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 31 Healthcare facilities at the United States Military Academy include the Mologne Cadet Health Clinic, Keller Army Community Hospital, and the Saunders Dental Clinic. Mologne Cadet Health Clinic The Mologne Cadet Health Clinic is the sole provider of primary care for the more than 4300 Cadets at the United States Military Academy. It is conveniently located in building 606 in the Cadet central area. The clinic provides a number of services to include routine physical exams, acute care, immunizations and travel medicine. To provide comprehensive care, laboratory, radiology, and pharmacy services are co-located in the clinic. Mologne is also the home of the Concussion Care Institute, which consists of a multidisciplinary team of specialists and research staff to provide optimal care in the treatment of closed head injuries. To receive medical care, Cadets can make an appointment through Tricare Online or by calling the appointment center Cadets can usually get an appointment within less than 48 hours. If emergency medical care is needed, Cadets should go to the Emergency Department at Keller Army Community Hospital. Musculoskeletal Injuries Cadets with musculoskeletal injuries are able to be evaluated by a Physical Therapist at designated daily times at the Arvin Physical Development Center. Following evaluation, they are provided with therapy and referral to other services as indicated. West Point is also home to the only Department of Defense Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship program. Dermatology The dermatology clinic provides treatment for a wide variety of skin conditions to include acne, laser treatments, and surgical procedures. Cadets can schedule a dermatology appointment by contacting the appointment center. No referral is needed.

32 32 DEVELOPING LEADERS OF CHARACTER Optometry The optometry clinic (building 606) provides routine eye exams and care to include providing prescriptions for both eye glasses and contact lenses. Eye glasses are provided free of charge but contact lenses must be paid for out of pocket. Corrective Eye Surgery The ophthalmology clinic (building 606) is home to the Cadet Refractive Eye Surgery Program. This program provides eligible candidates with laser vision correction through LASIK and PRK procedures. In order to be considered for the procedure, Cadets must be 21 years of age and be in their 3rd class year. Behavioral Health Behavioral health services are available for Cadets at the Center for Personal Development (CPD) located in Washington Hall room A behavioral health professional also supports the emergency department 24/7 for crisis situations. Keller Army Community Hospital Keller Army Community Hospital provides high quality, patient-centered care with a focus on health and wellness to improve readiness of the Force and enhance the lives of all beneficiaries. The hospital provides Cadets access to a 24/7 Emergency Department as well as numerous medical and surgical specialties to include orthopedics, podiatry, dermatology, ENT, general surgery, oral surgery, OB-GYN, and physical therapy. Cadets can call the Central Guard Room (CGR) in order to receive transportation to the hospital for medical care. Cadets who require inpatient treatment for medical or surgical needs while at West Point will be cared for on the medical-surgical unit. Family members, friends, or fellow Cadets may visit a Cadet during their hospital stay. One family member (over the age of 18) is allowed to stay the night to provide emotional support for the Cadet. Arrangements for this should be made with the medical-surgical unit front desk Saunders Dental Clinic Comprehensive dental care is included at no cost for Cadets. Saunders Dental Clinic is co-located in Building 606 and provides state of the art dental services. The clinic provides access to all dental specialties including restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, periodontics, orthodontics, prosthodontics, endodontics and oral surgery. Cadets can schedule hygiene and dental appointments by calling Saunders also provides emergency dental care 24/7 with support from Keller Army Community Hospital Emergency Department.

33 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 33 Medical Care When Not At West Point Tricare is the military s health insurance plan. If you receive emergency or urgent care at a United States civilian healthcare facility, you will need to provide your military identification (CAC) card, which serves as your insurance card. The healthcare facility can submit a claim for reimbursement for your treatment through: Health Net Federal Services, Inc., C/O PGBA, LLC/TRICARE, P.O. Box , Surfside Beach, SC Emergency Care If emergency care (needed to save life, limb or eyesight), is needed while away from West Point, immediately go to the nearest hospital emergency department. Cadets then need to follow up with the Cadet Health Clinic upon their return. Urgent Care Urgent care is defined as medical care that cannot be delayed until your return to West Point but is not needed to save life, limb, or eyesight. Urgent care requires prior authorization to ensure it is covered by insurance. If you believe urgent care is needed, contact the Nurse Advice Line (24/7) at 800.TRICARE, , Option 1. A Registered Nurse will provide medical advice and assist in locating a provider and receiving authorization for care. Cadets then need to follow up with the Cadet Health Clinic upon their return. Routine Care Routine medical care is only authorized at West Point military treatment facilities (Keller Army Community Hospital and Mologne Cadet Health Clinic). Dental Care Emergency dental care includes any treatment necessary to relieve pain, treat infection or control bleeding. Contact the United Concordia Active Duty Dental Program ( ), and a United Concordia Dental Care Finder will assist you in receiving care through an authorized dentist. Non-emergent dental care needs should be directed to the Saunders Dental Clinic. Medications Should you need a prescription following emergency or urgent care, contact TRICARE Express-Scripts, , to request assistance in locating an authorized pharmacy. Cadets are not required to pay out of pocket (co-pays) when medications are obtained from a TRICARE network retail pharmacy.

34 34 PLEBE YEAR Military Training Information provided by the Department of Military Instruction Cadet Basic Training CBT New Cadets are enrolled in Military Development 100 (MD100) Cadet Basic Training. This is a complex, demanding progression of sequenced training requirements and events, which form the foundation for all future instruction at the United States Military Academy. It trains, instructs, inspires, and transitions New Cadets from civilians and soldiers to cadets and future officers and begins to inculcate the fundamental military skills and values necessary to develop officers as leaders of character strongly committed to military service. The purpose of CBT Provide leadership opportunities for cadets that will further prepare them to serve as leaders of character in their role as commissioned officers and ensure all cadets are prepared for future basic officer requirements and the military, physical and character program goals. The objectives of CBT Demonstrate familiarity in the military skills, knowledge, and physical fitness requisite for duty in the Corps of Cadets. Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of duty. Develop a growing sense of confidence and self-discipline, and fundamental time-management skills. Demonstrate the ability to function effectively under pressure, individually and as part of a team. Know and adhere to the prescribed standards of conduct expected of aspiring Army professionals. Understand the meaning of the New Cadet Oath taken on Reception Day. Be prepared to join the Corps on Acceptance Day and initiate academic, military, and physical education on the first day of classes. Fourth Class Cadets are trained and evaluated in the practical application of military, physical and character training tasks, and have completed all military training graduation requirements prior to the end of their first class summer. MD Grades Fourth class cadets receive one MD Grade each for the fall and spring term. Military Program Progress for Fourth Class Year Fourth Class cadets must achieve an MPSC of 1.70 by the end of Fourth Class year. Cadets who do not are considered deficient in the Military Program and will be recommended to the Academic Board for action.

35 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 35 A NEW CADET S DAY Below is a schedule showing a new cadet s day for July and August: 5:00 am...wake-up 2:00 3:45 pm...training/classes 5:30 am...reveille Formation 4:00 5:30 pm...organized Athletics 5:30 6:55 am... Physical Training 5:30 5:55 pm... Personal Maintenance 6:55 7:25 am... Personal Maintenance 6:00 6:45 pm... Dinner 7:30 8:15 am...breakfast 7:00 9:00 pm...training/classes 8:30 12:45 pm...training/classes 9:00 10:00 pm...commander s Time 1:00 1:45 pm...lunch 10:00 pm... Taps

36 36 YEARLING YEAR Cadet Field Training CFT Military Leadership 100 (ML100) Third Class cadets (yearlings) learn how to lead, develop, and care for individual subordinates and serve as team leaders for Fourth Class cadets (plebes). Third class cadets are expected to demonstrate proficiency as individual soldiers, as members of teams and continue to demonstrate courage, character, integrity, and toughness. They also gain an initial understanding of tactical problem solving skills and the roles of officers and noncommissioned officers and receive opportunities to accomplish missions as leaders. ML 100 Cadet Field Training (CFT) is a key component of the West Point Leader Development System in which cadets are responsible for planning, resourcing and execution of training and the day-to-day operation of Cadet Companies. It builds upon the base of military skills learned during cadet Basic Training (CBT) and during the academic year through exposure to new combat systems, tasks and more complex environments. The CFT cadet Regiment, conducts a 44 Day program of training events consisting of a 13 day Leader Training Program for Squad Leaders and Company leadership, followed by 31 Days of individual and collective training and assessment for all cadets. The Regiment will reside at Camp Buckner. Training events will take place within the USMA training areas. CFT will conclude with a run back to the West Point Garrison. The purpose of Cadet Field Training is to develop, train, test, and validate specific tasks; prepare Third Class cadets to assume duties as NCOs in the Corps of Cadets; instill the warrior ethos in each cadet; and inspire each cadet to professional excellence through physically- and mentally demanding training.

37 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 37 The objectives of CFT An ability to be a team leader, responsible for the development of one or more subordinates. Proficiency in selected tasks. Familiarity with concepts associated with planning and integrating combined arms environment in a tactical environment. An ability to apply honorable living to the field and combat environments. An ability to understand the challenges and opportunities presented by multi-cultural group dynamics. An appropriate level of physical fitness, self-confidence, and physical toughness. Third Class cadets are proficient in select common core tasks. They are able to live honorably in harsh field conditions and are physically, mentally, emotionally and socially ready to reintegrate into the Corps of Cadets as NCO s.

38 38 COW YEAR Cadet Leader Development Training CLDT Military Leadership 300 (ML300) is the capstone military training event at West Point and ensures that Cadets leaving the Military Academy have the aptitude required to lead American soldiers in combat. Successful completion of ML300 is a graduation requirement for First Class Cadets and selected Second Class Cadets (assessed by their chain of command to have suitable proficiency in Military Science and individual skills). Success requires individual preparation and the characteristics of decisiveness, adaptability, and strength of character. Although the complexities of today s battlefields require more from our officers than simple memorization and a mechanical adherence to processes, leaders must be well-versed in the body of knowledge that constitutes our Army s doctrine. Using that doctrine as a starting point, a good officer is able to quickly adapt to the ever-changing and highly complex conditions of contemporary operating environments.

39 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 39 The purpose of CLDT is to prepare First and selected Second Class Cadets for tactical leadership positions at the platoon level by developing the skills of decisive tactical leadership that will serve them well in the future as Army Officers. The objectives of CLDT Demonstrate the ability to make tactical decisions under pressure with limited information and limited time. Demonstrate the ability to provide sufficient purpose, direction and motivation to subordinates and operate to accomplish the mission and improve the organization. Demonstrate an understanding of how to apply the Troop Leading Procedures to planning a tactical operation. Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental principles that underlie Army doctrine and small unit tactics and how to apply them in a field training environment. Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate a tactical course of action both verbally and visually. Demonstrate the ability to perform individual Warrior Tasks without supervision. Graduates of ML300 demonstrate an ability to lead under pressure; they are able to rapidly apply the Troop Leading Procedures in order to develop suitable, feasible, and complete tactical courses of action (COAs) and plans; they are able to effectively communicate those plans to their subordinates and to lead their unit during preparation and execution of the mission; they are confident and capable of assuming a leadership role in a unit within the Corps of Cadets and as a Lieutenant after commissioning; and they understand their individual strengths and weaknesses relative to the military skills trained and taught at USMA. MIAD Military Individual Advanced Development Cadets have the opportunity to attend additional military training through the Army.

40 40 FIRSTIE YEAR Purpose of First Class Military Program The final two terms of the West Point Experience provides cadets the opportunity to lead as officers and senior NCOs in the Corps of Cadets before they are commissioned. First class cadets will be inspired to achieve professional excellence, are expected to demonstrate foundational military competence, and should demonstrate the courage, character, integrity, and toughness and effective leadership expected of a junior officer in accomplishing assigned missions. Coursework First Class cadets are enrolled in MX400 Officership in the fall or spring term. MX400, overseen by the Simon Center for the Professional Military Ethic (SCPME), complements the first three years of Cadet education and training by engaging in discussion-based seminars based on the Army s professional leadership framework of character, competence, and commitment. Its goals and objectives are described in the Gold Book. The Dean of the Academic Board recently approved MX400 as a new part of the core academic curriculum MD Grades. First class cadets receive one MD Grade each for the fall (MD401) and spring (MD402) term Additional Requirements. In addition to the graduation requirements approved by the Academic Board, first class cadets must meet conduct and performance requirements. First Class cadet will not graduate until all punishment awards have been served or remitted. A First Class cadet will not graduate if deemed deficient in conduct as of Graduation Day. If enrolled in a Special Leader Development Program, a First Class cadet will not graduate until successful completion of the program. Members of the First Class who do not graduate on primary graduation date. A. Academic or Physical Program deficiency are normally remanded to the Summer Term Academic Program (STAP) by the Academic Board. They will normally not participate in any Military Program activities, events, or training during STAP and normally will not receive an MD/LD grade for this period. However, new deficiencies in graduation or commissioning requirements manifested during STAP may delay a First Class cadet s graduation and commissioning until these deficiencies are remediated, even though other graduation requirements may have been fulfilled. B. Military Program deficiencies. First Class cadets who must remediate a Military Program deficiency may be conditioned by the Academic Board in accordance with AR Deficiencies are typically either an MD402 failure, MPSC deficiency, or a failure to complete a summer training requirement, such as a West Point Detail, CTLT or CLDT or IAD. First Class cadets who fail MD402 or deficient in MPSC in their final term will be referred to the Academic Board for action in accordance with AR

41 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 41 (1) Cadets designated as December graduates for Military Program deficiencies. These cadets will normally serve in one West Point Detail during the summer term (MD403) and in an appropriate leadership position in the fall term for MD404. First Class cadets enrolled in MD403 will receive an MD grade based on performance and requirements specified in MD300, and those enrolled in MD404 grade will receive an MD grade based on performance and requirements specified in MD402. (2) Cadets designated as August graduates due to Military Program deficiencies. These cadets will normally serve in two consecutive West Point details; one as a company staff officer or executive officer, and the other as a platoon leader. They will receive a MD grade for each detail (MD403 and MD403A) based on performance and requirements specified in MD300. The average of MD403 and MD403A becomes their final grade and factored into their MPSC. Cadets must achieve passing grades in both MD403 and MD403A, and achieve a final MPSC of 2.00 or higher to meet graduation requirements for Military Performance. (3) First Class cadets who have not completed all Military Program Required Task may be designated by the Academic Board as Summer Graduates. The cadet will be assigned to the appropriate summer activity and, after successful completion of the activity, will be recommended to the Academic Board for appropriate action. C. First Class cadets designated as December graduates for reasons other than discussed in Paragraph 6.06.b.(1), and who have successfully completed all required Military Performance courses will serve on the Cadet Summer Training provisional brigade staff or with specific summer training committees corresponding to their future branch of service during the summer term. They will complete MD404 in Term 1 and will receive an MD grade based on performance and requirements specified for MD401.

42 42 SPECIAL EVENTS WEEKENDS Over the next four years cadets will have special event weekends to enjoy with their invited guests, as well as providing experiences and learning events in social grace and etiquette. Below is a description of each weekend. Plebe-Parent Weekend This is held in the spring of plebe year, just prior to spring break. The upper-class cadets depart on early Friday afternoon, while the plebe class assumes the leadership of their class. Parents are invited to this special weekend to view West Point through their cadet s experience. The staff and faculty offer presentations and open houses, tours of buildings, demonstrations, leader team briefings, a parade and a formal banquet in the cadet mess are all planned to offer visitors more insight into cadet life. Plebes are released on Sunday morning for spring break and return with the rest of the Corps on the following Sunday. Parents Weekend (Fall) ALL parents are invited to attend this event! Parents and guests will have the opportunity to tour facilities, hear from instructors and staff, attend open houses and sporting events, and more. 500th Night The date marking the 500th night before graduation prompts a winter weekend of festivities for cows, or juniors. This milestone in a cadet s schooling is typically celebrated with a Saturday night banquet, followed by a formal dance. Yearling Winter Weekend This weekend occasion is planned for yearlings, or sophomores, and their guests. Winter sports activities at West Point are highlighted, along with a Saturday evening banquet and formal dance. Ring Weekend This event is held in August of a cadet s First Class or Firstie year. Ring Weekend events occur on Friday and Saturday of the designated weekend. On Friday, the First Class cadets will march to Trophy Point and take their position near the band shell. They are in formation by company. At a certain point in the ceremony, the TAC teams distribute the class rings to the cadets. Family and friends who have been invited to attend, fill the area around the cadets on the hillside, watching as the cadets receive and don their rings. The ceremony lasts approximately minutes. At the conclusion of the ceremony, companies will gather for group photos. Cadets are released to spend time with family and friends following the ceremony. On Saturday evening, the cadets and invited guests attend a banquet celebrating the significance of the weekend. The class will invite a guest speaker as their guest for the event. This is a formal event. Cadets wear their India White uniforms.

43 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD th Night Weekend This event is held in February of a cadet s First Class or Firstie year, approximately 100 days prior to graduation. Members of the class will work to tell the story of the class through a musical parody of their 47-month experience. They often poke a little fun at the Academy during the show. On Saturday evening of the designated weekend, the cadets dress in cocktail dresses and suits, then attend a cocktail reception followed by a dinner in the cadet mess. At the conclusion of the dinner, the cadets and their guests make their way to Ike Hall for the 100th Night Show. Graduation Week Many special activities are planned during the week preceding the graduation ceremony. Information for graduation events and activities can be found on the class web page or parent s information page in the months preceding graduation, typically in January or February. Although some events begin as early as Wednesday, Friday is when the graduation parade, reception and banquet occur. Please remember: If you are planning to attend, you will need to make arrangements for lodging well in advance. Parents Weekend (Fall) ALL parents are invited to attend this event! Parents and guests will have the opportunity to tour facilities, hear from instructors and staff, attend open houses and sporting events. When a cadet does not graduate in May (for a variety of reasons) additional graduation ceremonies are held in June, August and December.

44 44 PROGRAMS USCC The United States Military Academy Office of the Commandant 77th Commandant, U.S. Corps of Cadets Brigadier General Steve W. Gilland 90 The USCC and the Office of the Commandant are located in Washington Hall, Building 745, at the United States Military Academy West Point. Our Mission To educate, train and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country; and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the Nation as an officer in the United States Army. Mission of CBT To train, instruct, and inspire New Cadets in order to transition them from civilians to soldiers and to begin to inculcate the values necessary to develop leaders of character strongly committed to military service. What is a Leader of Character? A leader of character seeks to discover the truth, decide what is right, and demonstrate the courage and commitment to act accordingly. BTD Brigade Tactical Department Our Mission To educate, train and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country; and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the Nation as an officer in the United States Army. The members of the BTD accomplish the this mission in diverse ways. The TACs and TACNCOs (Company TAC Teams) are the primary leader developers/integrators of the Academy s developmental programs they oversee each Cadet s individual development in the academic, military, physical, and moral-ethical dimensions within the framework of the Cadet Company. The TAC Teams train, lead, coach, and mentor cadets, with a continual focus on leader development. The TAC is the legal commander of the cadet company, and as such is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a command climate which fosters individual and unit excellence in all program areas. Brigade Tactical Department Headquarters Brigade Tactical Officer Executive Officer Regs & Discipline Officer HHC Brigade Tactical Officer Secretary Central Guard Room (Available 24/7)

45 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 45 Tactical Officers & Noncommissioned Officers 1st Regiment Regimental Tactical Officer E-1 Tac NCO Regimental Executive Officer F-1 Tac Officer A-1 Tac Officer F-1 Tac NCO A-1 Tac NCO G-1 Tac Officer B-1 Tac Officer G-1 Tac NCO B-1 Tac NCO H-1 Tac Officer C-1 Tac Officer H-1 Tac NCO C-1 Tac NCO I-1 Tac Officer D-1 Tac Officer I-1 Tac NCO D-1 Tac NCO Chaplain E-1 Tac Officer Tactical Officers & Noncommissioned Officers 2nd Regiment Regimental Tactical Officer E-2 Tac NCO Regimental Executive Officer F-2 Tac Officer A-2 Tac Officer F-2 Tac NCO A-2 Tac NCO G-2 Tac Officer B-2 Tac Officer G-2 Tac NCO B-2 Tac NCO H-2 Tac Officer C-2 Tac Officer H-2 Tac NCO C-2 Tac NCO I-2 Tac Officer D-2 Tac Officer I-2 Tac NCO D-2 Tac NCO Chaplain E-2 Tac Officer Tactical Officers & Noncommissioned Officers 3rd Regiment Regimental Tactical Officer E-3 Tac NCO Regimental Executive Officer F-3 Tac Officer A-3 Tac Officer F-3 Tac NCO A-3 Tac NCO G-3 Tac Officer B-3 Tac Officer G-3 Tac NCO B-3 Tac NCO H-3 Tac Officer C-3 Tac Officer H-3 Tac NCO C-3 Tac NCO I-3 Tac Officer D-3 Tac Officer I-3 Tac NCO D-3 Tac NCO Chaplain E-3 Tac Officer Tactical Officers & Noncommissioned Officers 4th Regiment Regimental Tactical Officer E-4 Tac NCO Regimental Executive Officer F-4 Tac Officer A-4 Tac Officer F-4 Tac NCO A-4 Tac NCO G-4 Tac Officer B-4 Tac Officer G-4 Tac NCO B-4 Tac NCO H-4 Tac Officer C-4 Tac Officer H-4 Tac NCO C-4 Tac NCO I-4 Tac Officer D-4 Tac Officer I-4 Tac NCO D-4 Tac NCO Chaplain E-4 Tac Officer

46 46 PROGRAMS SCPME Honorable Living Honorable behavior is the manifestation of a Cadet s character. Cadets demonstrate strong character by living honorably in all situations. Honorable actions happen naturally because they flow from internalized Army Values. An analogy used by the Superintendent at West Point, can be a useful illustration of character. If someone bumps your elbow while you are holding a full cup of coffee, the contents automatically spill out. Likewise, our actions that spill out when our character is tested are the manifestation of the character inside each of us. With the right character, one s actions will demonstrate honorable living. The Cadet Character Development Program (CCDP) The CCDP is a collaborative effort between the Brigade Tactical Department (BTD) and SCPME. The CCDP provides the conceptual and inspirational content to support the individual and collective development of Cadets into commissioned leaders of character, and is the foundation of our character education efforts. The CCDP involves instruction and structured reflection on the concepts central to professional and ethical standards of behavior at West Point and within the United States Army. Cadets put these standards of behavior into practice through their participation in the academic, military, and physical programs. The CCDP is the basis for the Character Program: accomplishing the goals of CCDP will allow West Point to accomplish the goals of the Character Program. The Honor System Cadets exercise stewardship of the Cadet Honor Code through the Cadet Honor Committee, the Cadet Honor investigation process, and education from the Cadet Character Development Program (CCDP). The Cadet Honor System is developmental in nature, designed to transform Cadets motivation from compliance with the letter of the Cadet Honor Code to the internalization of the spirit of the Cadet Honor Code by the time they are commissioned into the United States Army. The Cadet Honor System has a progressive set of goals that lead to the internalization of the spirit of the Cadet Honor Code. Cadet candidates arrive at West Point with varying understanding of the Cadet Honor Code. Every Cadet must comply with the Cadet Honor Code upon arrival to USMA but will internalize it prior to commissioning. Additionally, the Cadet Honor System is organized to enhance Cadet Ownership of the Cadet Honor Code and to further an honorable culture. MX400 (Officership) MX400 is the Superintendent s capstone course on Officership for all First Class Cadets at the United States Military Academy. The course is optimally aligned with the Academy mission statement to develop and produce leaders of character. The course content synthesizes the first three years of Cadet Education and training by engaging in discussions on the Army s professional leadership framework of character, competence, and commitment. The course s curriculum is based on a seminar-style format conducive to putting theory into action, with a combination of professional discussion, hands-on experience with tactical decision exercises, role-playing scenarios, reflection exercises, and developmental exposure to contemporary operational leaders. Each of these methods shares a common goal: internalization of a military identity as a commissioned leader of character within the Army profession.

47 SUPPORT SERVICES 47 CEP Center for Enhanced Performance The mission of the Center for Enhanced Performance (CEP) is to educate and train the Corps of Cadets on comprehensive performance psychology and academic skills to develop their full potential. The CEP is West Point s comprehensive student assistance center, providing all cadets with a variety of individual and group programs and services focused on helping cadets further develop as self-regulated learners and leaders of character. The CEP helps cadets achieve excellence in West Point s three developmental pillars academic, physical, and military through targeted education and training on specific strategies and intangible mental skills that underlie elite human performance across all domains. CPD Center for Personal Development The Center for Personal Development (CPD) provides comprehensive counseling services to the Corps of Cadets in an accepting and supportive environment. CPD is staffed by Army and Civilian clinical psychologists with a broad range of experience providing counseling and behavioral health treatment. CPD also provides consultation to the USCC Chain of Command and supporting staff (TACs, instructors, sponsors, mentors, and others) regarding psychological, behavioral, or developmental concerns relating to cadets. Our mission is to facilitate the personal and professional development of cadets into leaders of character as future Army officers. The center s motto Know Yourself to Lead Others embodies our mission and purpose. Purpose Help reduce the impact of stress Improve performance and readiness Develop resiliency and perseverance CPD also provides consultation to the Chain of Command and USMA staff (Professors, Sponsors, Mentors, Coaches) regarding developmental or psychological concerns. We strongly encourage cadets to use our services proactively.

48 48 GLOSSARY OF CADET SLANG A Squad A cadet varsity intercollegiate team 2% Club A cadet is in this club if they have had the same girlfriend or boyfriend from R-Day to graduation AMI Morning Inspection ACU Army Combat Uniform AFC As for Class AI Additional Instruction APFT Army Physical Fitness Test Army Brat Son or daughter of a career army soldier ASAP As soon as possible Authos Authorization to miss drill or other company training AWOL Absent Without Leave Barracks The residence facilities where Cadets live while at West Point Beast Old Corps slang for Cadet Basic Training Boodle Cake, candy, ice cream, etc BS&L Department of Behavioral Sciences and Leadership BTO Brigade Tactical Officer Bugle Notes The Cadet Bible, a book with historical and required knowledge, issued to fourth class cadets Bust To reduce in rank as a result of misconduct proceeding BUTT The remaining of anything, as the butt of a month (e.g., 21 days and a butt until graduation) Butter Bar A new second lieutenant Cadet Honor Code The pledge that all cadets live by, that a cadet will not lie, cheat, or steal, or tolerate those who do Cadre Upper Class cadets orienting new Cadets Candidate Someone, typically High school seniors and/or juniors applying for West Point Candidate Kit An online package of forms and instructions you need to complete your application Candidate Portal A portal where current candidates can access their application files online, a password-protected site where you find your Candidate Kit Candidate Questionnaire An initial candidate application which is considered starting a file Candidate Statement Three questions that the applicant (Candidate) answers in essay form as part of the application package (Candidate Kit) CBT Cadet Basic Training CFA Candidate Fitness Physical assessment that you must pass to be considered for admission to West Point CFT Cadet Field Training Charlie Mike Continue Missions Civvies Civilian Clothes CLS Department of Chemistry and Life Science C&ME Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering Coastie One that attends United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) COM The Commandant of Cadets Companies The groups of cadets that you live with (36 companies total) COR Cadet Observation Report Corps of Cadets The population of Cadets at West Point Corps Squader NCAA (Varsity, JV) Athlete

49 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 49 Cows CPR Cullum Number DFL DMI DPE DAD Dirt Dirt Department DoDMERB EECS Engineer FD Find First Captain Firstie Flirtie Floater Full Bird GENE GI Ghost Goat Goat Engineer Game Gray Hog Green Suiter Hell Cats History Hooah Hop Hours or Area tour Ike IOCT JAG Juice Knowledge Late Lights LAW Letter of Assurance Ma am MAC MATH Cadets in their 3rd year at West Point, similar to being a college junior Cadet Performance Report Reference and identification number assigned to each graduate, often referred to as the C-number Department of Foreign Languages Department of Military Instruction Department of Physical Education Directorate of Admissions or the Admissions Office The core geography class Department of Geographics and Environmental Engineering Department of Defense Medical Examination Review Board which schedules the required medical exam prior to acceptance consideration at West Point Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science One well up in studies. A cadet in the upper section in academic work Full Dress Uniform To discharge a cadet for deficiency in studies, conduct or honor Highest ranking Firstie, also known as the Brigade Commander Cadets in their 4th Year at West Point, similar to being a college senior Flirtation Walk, scenic walk where only cadets and their escorted guests may go A person without a table at a meal who stands under the poop deck waiting to be seated A Colonel in the US Army Department of Geography & Environmental Engineering Government issue (not to be used when referring to enlisted personnel) A fourth class cadet who hides in his/her room to avoid the upper class or work duties. Also refers to an upper class cadet who is rarely seen around a cadet company A cadet in the lower sections. A cadet near the bottom of their class. Lowest-ranking cadet on graduation day A football game between the Goats (the bottom half of the senior (Firstie) class academically), and the Engineers (the top half) Held just before the Army-Navy game An extremely USMA-oriented cadet An Army officer, NCO or enlisted Soldier Musicians who sound reveille and the calls Department of History Meaning yes or I understand Cadet dance A punishment served by a cadet by walking with their rifle or saber, on a weekend in Central Area Eisenhower Barracks or Eisenhower Hall Indoor Obstacle Course Test Judge Advocate General the law firm of the Army Electricity; electrical engineering Information that all plebes should know so they can recite it to upperclassmen When a cadet has his/her room lights on after midnight Department of Law Communication to an applicant (Candidate) that he or she will most likely be offered admission upon completion of their application (Candidate Kit) How to address a female officer MacArthur Barracks Department of Math

50 50 GLOSSARY OF CADET SLANG Max Mess Minutes New Cadet Nomination OCP OD OIC Odin Old Grad P PANE PDA PMI PT Parents Almanac Parents Clubs Personal Data Record Ping Plebe Police Poop Poop-Deck Poop-Sheet Pop Off Post Prospectus RHIP Rabble Rouser Reception Day or R-Day Roger RTO SAMI SE SOD SOG SOP SOSH Sack/Rack A complete success; a maximum The Mess Hall is the facility where cadets eat their meals every day The time remaining before a formation A cadet not yet officially recognized as a member of The Corps (i.e., during CBT) A formal recommendation from a Congressional member or other authorized official that is required for admission Operational Camouflage Pattern (Uniform) Olive Drab Officer-in-Charge A Norwegian god to whom cadets appeal for rain before parades, inspections, etc. One who has graduated from USMA Professor; an instructor Department Physics and Nuclear Engineering Public Display of Affection P.M. (afternoon or evening) Inspection Physical Training Helpful information for parents that is posted on the Candidate Portal, usually in February or March A support network for families of cadets located throughout the U.S. A basic form that the applicant (Candidate) fills out as part of the application process (Candidate Kit) For a plebe to walk at a quick pace of 120 steps per minute Cadets in their 1st year at West Point, similar to being a college freshman To throw away or discard. To clean up Information to be memorized The balcony in the dining hall from which the orders are published (read to the Corps) Page of information Sound-off in a military manner Short for take your post. Go about your business; function; where stationed The viewbook is available in print and online, it explains requirements and important aspects of a West Point education. Rank Hath Its Privileges (as well as obligations). A cadet cheerleader The day that the incoming class of cadets reports to West Point, usually the last Monday in June or first Monday in July I understand Regimental Tactical Officer Saturday morning (a.m.) inspection Department of Systems Engineering Senior Officer of the Day Senior Officer of the Guard Standard Operating Procedure Department of Social Sciences Cadet bed

51 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 51 Scrambling Sham Short Sir SLE Slug Solids Sound Off Spazz Spec (speck) Squared away Squid Star Cadet Staright Strac SUPT TEE TAC TAC NCO TED Thayer Award The Area The Howitzer The Long Gray Line Turnback UNSAT USMA USMAPS WPR West Point Field Force Woop WPAOG WPPSP Writt You Fly, I Buy YUKS Zoomie The changing of cadets between companies To try to get out of doing something that is one's responsibility; take the easy way out Being close to graduation How to address a male officer Summer Leadership Experience, a week-long immersion experience for prospective students the summer before their senior year of high school A special punishment for a serious offense. To impose a special punishment on someone Engineering mechanics A powerful voice. To use a voice so as to be heard. Shout To make a gross error. A cadet who consistently makes gross errors. To memorize verbatim, as to spec blind To be STRAC One who attends the Navel Academy A distinguished cadet (top 5% academically) Observant of the rules; organized; ready Straight, Tough, and Ready Around the Clock Excellent in appearance, organized The Superintendent Term End Examination (Final Exam) The Company Tactical Officer A Tactical Noncommissioned Officer Tactical Eye Device Given annually by WPAOG since 1958, the award honors an outstanding citizen whose service and accomplishments in the national interest exemplify the academy s motto, Duty, Honor, Country Designated area within the cadet barracks Annual yearbook The prestigious corps of West Point graduates who represent high achievement and the promise of outstanding, ethical leadership A cadet sent to the next lowest class Unsatisfactory performance United States Military Academy, also synonymous with West Point United States Military Academy Prep School Written Partial Review; a major examination or mid-term exam Active duty, retired Army officers, or civilian members who help recruit future cadets What members of the other service academies call a West Point cadet The West Point Association of Graduates West Point Preparatory School Program An examination You pick up the food, and I ll pay for it Cadets in their 2nd year at West Point, similar to being a college sophomore One who attends the Air Force Academy

52 ARMY WEST POINT FOOTBALL SEASON TICKET PRICING SECTION Zone 4 DONATION* SEASON TICKET PRICE A Club donation required. For more information, call the Army A Club at Zone 3 $350 $240 $590 Zone 2 $250 $240 $490 Zone 1 $150 $240 $390 Sideline $240 $240 Public $210 $210 Corner $120 $120 Family Plan Adult $210/Child $80** TOTAL PRICE * Note: Season tickets purchased prior to 2012 (2011 and earlier) that are located in a per seat donation required zone will not require a per seat donation in All new or upgraded season tickets in a zone requiring per seat donations will require a per seat donation in ** Note: Family Plan is only available in sections 23 & 24. Child price is only valid for children ages Plan must include one adult ticket at full price.

53 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 53 SINGLE GAME TICKET PRICING SECTION FORDHAM BUFFALO UTEP EMU TEMPLE DUKE Zone 4 Zone 3 A Club donation required. For more information, call the Army A Club at A Club donation required. For more information, call the Army A Club at Zone 2 $95 $95 $95 $100 $100 $100 Zone 1 $75 $75 $75 $80 $80 $80 Sideline $45 $45 $45 $50 $50 $50 End Zone $40 $40 $40 $45 $45 $45 Upper Deck $35 $35 $35 $40 $40 $40 Group (20+)* $29 $29 $29 $34 $34 $34 * Group Tickets: receive a $6 discount, receive a $8 discount, 100+ receive a $10 discount off regular tickets price ARMY-NAVY GAME PRESENTED BY USAA Saturday, December 9, 3:00pm, Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA In order to purchase Army-Navy Game tickets you must be an active Army A Club member, season ticket member, or current USMA cadet. The maximum quantity of tickets you are eligible to purchase is based upon your donation level or amount of season tickets, whichever is greater. Cadets are allowed to order up to eight (8) tickets. All seating is based on A Club Donor Level and Priority Points. Army-Navy Game tickets are available for purchase by calling the Army West Point Ticket Office at 877.TIX.ARMY ( ) or the Army A Club at The Army-Navy Priority Deadline is Tuesday, July 11*. *Subject to availability.

54 54 THE LONG GRAY LINE 4 5-Star General Officers 7 Chairmen of the Joint Chiefs of Staff 3 Foreign Presidents 76 Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients 57 Members of Congress 73,425 Graduates 7 Presidential Medals of Freedom 2 Professional Sports Team Owners 96 Rhodes Scholars 42 Silver Stars 20 U.S. Astronauts 2 U.S. Presidents

55 SUPPORTING WEST POINT & THE LONG GRAY LINE ANNUAL GIVING TO THE PARENTS FUND IS VITAL TO THE SUCCESS OF WEST POINT AND THE MARGIN OF EXCELLENCE TO ENSURE CONTINUED DIRECT SUPPORT FOR WEST POINT S CURRENT NEEDS. The West Point Association of Graduates (WPAOG) proudly serves as both an alumni association and fundraising organization. Our mission is to serve West Point and its graduates all hearts in gray. WPAOG functions as the Academy s fundraising arm because military personnel and representatives of the federal government are prohibited by law from soliciting funds, goods, or services. While the Academy receives federal funding to support its core programs, which provide the basic requirements to earn a Bachelor of Science degree and a commission in the United States Army, many projects and activities that are great value but outside the core designation receive minimal to zero funding from the government. These programs are needed in the highly competitive environment recruiting and educating the very best. This is why private funding from our alumni, parents and friends is so important it fills the gap and supports unique experiences and extraordinary developmental programs that go above and beyond the Academy s core programming to create the Margin of Excellence and provide an educational environment like no other. 55

56 56 SUPPORTING WEST POINT & THE LONG GRAY LINE WPAOG PARENTS FUND From the time that your child is dropped off for R-Day and up until graduation and beyond, parents play an integral role in supporting their child s experience at West Point. Annual giving to West Point Parents Fund is a great way that parents can make a difference for their cadets, both personally and professionally. What Is the West Point Parents Fund? The West Point Parents Fund is a subset of the Superintendent s Annual Fund. By agreement with USMA, the West Point Association of Graduates (WPAOG) asks parents to support the West Point Parents Fund each year. Gifts to the West Point Parents Fund are unrestricted gifts for West Point and all our cadets. The Superintendent receives requests from all of the major activities at West Point for additional funding to support Margin of Excellence needs. What is the Margin of Excellence? The Margin of Excellence is additional developmental programs that go beyond these core requirements. These programs (1) allow the Academy to remain competitive in attracting high quality cadet candidates, (2) enable cadets to achieve their highest potential, and (3) keep USMA in the national rankings. The Margin of Excellence includes: hands-on and out-of-classroom leadership experiences for cadets cultural immersion opportunities for cadets club and athletic team funds and endowments for cadets renovation and improvements to West Point, the landmark academic centers for cadets, the U.S. Army, and the nation Such opportunities make a West Point education like no other, and they are made possible through gifts from graduates, parents, corporations, foundations, and other friends of West Point. How to Make a Gift to the Parents Fund Gifts to the Parents Fund can be made online, by phone, or by mail. Donors can make gifts by check (made payable to the West Point Association of Graduates), credit card, securities transfer, or deferred gifts. Online WestPointAOG.org/parentsfund Phone Mail West Point Association of Graduates Annual Giving Office, 698 Mills Road Shelisa Baskerville, Annual Giving Parent Relations Manager , shelisa.baskerville@wpaog.org How Will I be Solicited? Parents Fund, a subset of the Superintendent s Annual Fund that supports the needs of the Academy and Corps of Cadets. Parents will receive a letter with information about the Margin of Excellence, followed by a phone call from a West Point representative to discuss your annual gift.

57 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 57 WPAOG works diligently with an outside vendor, Advantage Plus, to reach our alumni, parents, and friends each year. Advantage Plus reaches out to parents of upper class cadets throughout the year, while parents of Plebes are called only September through November. Additional correspondence may come via mail, phone, and throughout the year from WPAOG. How is the West Point Parents Fund Allocated? The breakdown of the distribution is as follows: Cadet Activities 38% Academics 33% Commandant Programs 17% Admissions 6% Superintendent s Priorities 4% Athletics 2% Every Gift Makes an Impact Gifts to the West Point Parents Fund for the Margin of Excellence provide support for the following types of activities in 2016: 49 Academic Conferences 24 Graduate Semesters Scholarships 11 Competitive Academic Teams 140 Co-curricular Teams & Clubs 275 Capstone Projects 12 Staff Rides 1,064 Cadet Internships and Cultural Immersion Trips 159 Abroad Leadership Giving Superintendent s Circle The Superintendent s Circle recognizes all donors that make annual gifts of $1,000 or more to the West Point Parents Fund or Superintendent s Annual Fund within the calendar year (January 1 December 31). Giving Levels Diamond: Annual donors of $25,000 or more Platinum: Annual donors of $10,000 to $24,999 Gold: Annual donors of $5,000 to $9,999 Silver: Annual donors of $2,500 to $4,999 Bronze: Annual donors of $1,000 to $2,499 W ill My Gift Make a Difference? Yes! And participation is key. Gifts of all sizes truly make a difference. Contributions from parents, both of current and graduated cadets, add up to more than $700,000 each year for the West Point Parents Fund. Superintendent s Circle members are invited to special events, receive recognition in WPAOG publications, and receive special communications throughout the year.

58 58 THE LONG GRAY LINE STRETCHES ALUMNI PROGRAMS & SERVICES Alumni Events The Alumni Events & Operations Office provides event planning resources to West Point Classes, Societies, parents, shared interest groups, cadets, and USMA staff & faculty, for reunions, Founders Day events and special events. WestPointAOG.org/Events Alexis Davis 04, Director of Alumni Events & Operations Nicole Vitale, Director of Special Events Nicole Corbin, Manager of Alumni Events Home Football Games Open House Army football games at West Point are superb opportunities for graduates, parents, and the public to familiarize themselves with Herbert Alumni Center. Our building is open to the public and allows you to relax a minute, enjoy a few light refreshments and shop in our Gift Shop. Herbert Alumni Center and the WPAOG Gift Shop is open each Home Football game from 9:00 a.m. and will remains open one hour after the game concludes. WestPointAOG.org/Events Amy Hagan, Director of Alumni Services Jamie Rainelli, Coordinator of Alumni Services Career Services The WPAOG Career Services Program supports graduates preparing for career transition, whether it be the initial transition from active duty or a civilian career change. With Joint-Service Academy Career Programs such as the Service Academy Career Conference (SACCs) and the SACCentral database, as well as one-on-one support from the WPAOG Career Services staff, our team is ready to assist graduates with developing a plan for the next steps in their careers. For more information, please visit westpointaog.org/careers. WestPointAOG.org/careers Rachel Coleman, Director, Career Services Kristan Burpo, Coordinator, Career Services Class Services The WPAOG Class Services team anticipates and responds to the needs of the leaders of the U.S. Military Academy classes (81 alumni and four cadet classes), as well as responds to the requests for assistance from individual graduates, U.S. Military Academy agencies, and friends of the Academy.

59 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 59 The 50-Year Class Affiliation Program Beginning on R-Day, the entering cadet class is paired with an alumni class that is fifty years its senior. The purpose of the 50-Year Affiliation Program is to strengthen the ties between the graduates of yesterday and the cadets of today. Graduates from the 50-Year Affiliate Class participate in many of the cadet rites of passage and present the following gifts to their affiliate class: The class flag, presented in a ceremony at the conclusion of Cadet Field Training at Camp Buckner. Class coins, given to each rising Cow reaffirming his or her commitment to the profession of arms. Branch insignia, received by Firsties on Branch Night. Second Lieutenant bars, presented at graduation immediately after each cadet has received his or her diploma. Members of the senior affiliated class also co-host WPAOG s Plebe Parents Breakfast on R-Day, attend the Plebe s unveiling of their class crest, and attend Ring Weekend activities. WestPointAOG.org/50-Year Cathy Kilner 90, Director, Class Services Jo Ann Shipley, Coordinator, Class Services WEST POINT IS EVERYWHERE WEST POINT SOCIETIES & PARENT CLUBS More than 140 West Point Societies, 85 West Point Parent Clubs, and growing! Wherever you reside there is a good chance that a West Point Society or Parent Club is in your area. Each Society and Parent Clubs organizes activities matching their members West Point-related needs and interests: Admissions recruiting Social events and business networking Supporting Army teams and clubs when they travel Outreach to Grads on active duty Community projects Annual Founders Day events Parent Clubs tailgates, hail & farewell lunches/dinners, term end exams (TEE s) snacks Visit the Society and Parent Clubs calendar pages on our website to be connected with a West Point Society near you! Societies, Parent Clubs WestPointAOG.org

60 60 JULY 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WPAOG Class of 2021 Ice Cream Social 2:00 5:00 p.m. West Point R-DAY Class of 2021 Independence Day USMAPS R-Day 16 New Cadet Visitation Visit WP Faculty 1:00 5:00 p.m. 23 CFT Ends Class of 2020 Run Back from Camp Buckner /

61 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 61 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 West Point Band Independence Day Celebration with Fireworks Trophy Point 7:30 p.m West Point Band Summer Concert Series Trophy Point 7:30 p.m West Point Band Summer Concert Series Trophy Point 7:30 p.m

62 62 AUGUST 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY Upper Class Cadets Report to West Point Reorganization Week March Back from Cadet Basic Training Class of 2021 Reorganization Week Reorganization Week Affirmation Ceremony Class of 2019 (Only staff, faculty, TAC Teams & 50-Year Affiliation Class) First Day of Academic Classes

63 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 63 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY West Point Band Summer Concert Series Trophy Point 7:30 p.m August Graduation Class of 2017 West Point Band Summer Concert Series Trophy Point 7:30 p.m Reorganization Week WPAOG Leaders Conference Reorganization Week WPAOG Leaders Conference Reorganization Week Davis Barracks Ribbon Cutting & Dedication Ceremony Acceptance (A-Day) Parade Class of :30 a.m. Summer Concert Series Trophy Point 7:30 p.m Class of 2018 Ring Weekend Class of 2018 Ring Weekend West Point Stakes Day SUPT s Circle Event Class of 2018 Ring Weekend Parents 5K Run West Point Club 8:00 a.m ACADEMICS BEGIN! BEAT THE DEAN! 30 31

64 64 SEPTEMBER 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY West Point Band Labor Day Concert Trophy Point 7:00 p.m. Labor Day No Classes Branch Week Branch Week NYC Tunnel to Towers NYC

65 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 65 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Army vs Fordham Point) WPAOG Football Open House 1 2 WPAOG Donor Event SUPT s Circle BBQ Army vs Buffalo (@West Point) WPAOG Football Open House Branch Week Branch Week WPAOG Donor Event Army vs Ohio State Dinner Branch Week Army vs Ohio State (@Columbus) WPS Tailgate WPAOG Donor Event Army vs Tulane Dinner Army vs Tulane (@New Orleans) WPS Tailgate WPAOG Nininger Award Army vs UTEP (@West Point) WPAOG Open House

66 66 OCTOBER 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY Columbus Day No Classes Family Weekend

67 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 67 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY WPAOG Donor Event Army vs Rice WPS Tailgate WPAOG Donor Event Eastern Michigan Homecoming West Point Army vs Eastern Michigan (@West Point) WPAOG Open House WPAOG Thayer Award WPAOG Donor Event Family Weekend Army vs Temple (@West Point) WPAOG Open House Family Weekend PARENTS MAKE A DIFFERENCE WPAOG will present West Point a check from all parent donors during family weekend. Go Army! Beat Temple! Don t forget to meet the WPAOG Parent Relations Manager at Cullum Hall!

68 68 NOVEMBER 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY Thanksgiving Break (Cadets must return by 7:00 p.m.)

69 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 69 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 WPAOG Donor Event 3 Army vs Air Force (@CO Springs) WPS Tailgate 4 Veterans Day No Classes WPAOG Donor Event (@West Point) Army vs Duke (@West Point) WPAOG Tailgate Branch Night Class of 2018 WPAOG Donor Event Army vs N. Texas (@Denton) WPS Tailgate Modified Class Day (Cadets released by 1:00 p.m.) Thanksgiving Break Thanksgiving Break Thanksgiving Break

70 70 DECEMBER 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WPAOG ARMY-NAVY TAILGATE For more information, contact Shelisa Baskerville, Parent Relations Manager at or GO ARMY! BEAT NAVY! Term-End Exams (Final Exams) Term-End Exams (Final Exams) Term-End Exams (Final Exams) Winter Leave Winter Leave Winter Leave 24 /

71 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 71 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 Patriot Games WPAOG Army vs Navy Modified Class Day (Cadets released by 1:00 p.m.) Army vs Navy (@Philadelphia) WPAOG Army vs Navy Tailgate Last Day of Classes Term-End Exams (Final Exams) Term-End Exams (Final Exams) Term-End Exams (Final Exams) Term-End Exams (Final Exams) Winter Leave December Graduation Class of :00 p.m. Winter Leave Winter Leave Winter Leave Winter Leave Winter Leave

72 72 JANUARY 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY Winter Leave Winter Leave 1 2 Winter Reorganization First Day of Academic Classes (Second Semester) Martin Luther King Jr. Day No Classes

73 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 73 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Winter Leave Ends (Cadets must return by 7:00 p.m.) Winter Reorganization Winter Reorganization Winter Reorganization Class of th Night Weekend Class of th Night Weekend HAPPY NEW YEAR! 31 WELCOME BACK CADETS!

74 74 FEBRUARY 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY Class of th Night Weekend President s Day No Classes

75 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 75 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 Yearling - Winter Weekend Class of Yearling - Winter Weekend Class of Post Night Class of Class of th Night Weekend Class of th Night Weekend

76 76 MARCH 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY FOUNDER S DAY On March 16, 1802, Thomas Jefferson signed the document that founded the United States Military Academy. It read, The said corps, when so organized, shall be stationed at West Point in the state of New York and shall constitute a military academy Plebe-Parent Weekend Class of 2021 Spring Break Spring Break Spring Break Spring Break Ends (Cadets must return by 7:00 p.m.)

77 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 77 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Plebe-Parent Weekend Class of 2021 Plebe-Parent Weekend Class of 2021 WPAOG Plebe-Parent Breakfast Spring Break (Upper Classmen Only) Plebe-Parent Weekend Class of 2021 Spring Break (Upper Classmen Only) Spring Break Spring Break Spring Break Founder s Day Spring Break

78 78 APRIL 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY

79 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 79 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY West Point Hosts Sandhurst International Military Competition West Point Hosts Sandhurst International Military Competition In 1967, the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) presented West Point with a British officer s sword. The intent was for the sword to be the prize for a competition, the aim of which was to promote military excellence among the Corps of Cadets. The original purpose statement read as follows To provide the Corps of Cadets with a challenging and rewarding regimental skills competition, which will enhance professional development and military excellence in selected soldier skills.

80 80 MAY 2018 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY For more information about Grad-Week or a complete schedule of events please visit USMA.edu/parents STAP I Begins (Summer Term Academic Program)

81 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 81 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Project s Day & Inspiration to Serve Cemetery Tour Last Day of Academic Classes Term-End Exams (Final Exams) Class of 2018 Graduation Class of 2018 Graduation Parade WPAOG Parent Breakfast 6 8:00 a.m. WPAOG Parent Lunch 12 2:00 p.m

82 82 HERBERT ALUMNI CENTER HOME FOR THE LONG GRAY LINE, FAMILY, AND FRIENDS OF WEST POINT The James K. Herbert Alumni Center is the social and business center of the West Point Association of Graduates. Graduates and guests are welcome to meet with the staff or visit the WPAOG Gift Shop, within easy walking distance of many athletic venues. Hours Herbert Alumni Center: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays, Graduation Day, and home football Saturdays Gift Shop: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays and during Graduation, football games and special events Great Hall Rental Within Herbert Hall is the elegant Great Hall, a gift from the Class of This facility is available for rent for weddings, retirements, promotions, birthdays, anniversaries, team, department, and club dinners, tailgates, parent and society functions, and corporate events. Hours Regular Office Hours (weekdays, graduation, and home football games): WestPointAOG.org Available Great Hall Rental Hours (excludes home football games, certain holidays, and some Academy event days) 6:00 a.m. 11:00 p.m. WestPointAOG.org/HerbertHall Great-Hall@wpaog.org

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84 84 THE GIFT SHOP WEST POINT ASSOCIATION OF GRADUATES 3 Ways to Shop The Gift Shop Located at Herbert Hall, the Gift Shop is open Monday Friday from 10 am to 5 pm. The shop is also open for special events and on football Saturdays. Call for more information. The Web Store Shop 24/7 online at WPAOGGiftShop.com. Our entire product line, including special order items, is available at the Web Store. The Catalog Produced each fall, our catalog offers a wide assortment of clothing, gifts, and Army fan gear. The proceeds from the Gift Shop cycle back into WPAOG in support of West Point, the Long Gray Line, and Cadets.

85 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 85 THE PERFECT PRODUCT FOR ALL YOUR WEST POINT NEEDS Our Mission The WPAOG Retail Division supports the mission of the WPAOG and the Long Gray Line through the enhancement of the West Point brand by providing high quality goods and unmatched customer service. What Makes us Unique We offer product you cannot find anywhere else. Designed by the retail staff exclusively for The Gift Shop, our unique product includes coffee, soaps, mugs, barware, and apparel. Special Services Parent Club Orders Diploma Frames Class Specific Gear Events & Custom Gifts SAVE 10% on your next in-store purchase Valid through April 30, one time use only - Original coupon must be present at time of use. Coupon cannot be combined with any other offer or discount, and is not valid on previously purchased merchandise. Excludes all special order items (diploma frames, Standard Chairs, clutch crests, etc. see associate for details). No rainchecks or substitutions. Not redeemable for cash or gift cards, or on the purchase of a gift card. Other exclusions may apply. us on Facebook! 698 Mills Road, West Point, New York WestPointAOG.org

86 86 USMA MAP West Point Southeast Parking and Reference Map

87 ON, BRAVE OLD ARMY TEAM 87 The Army team s the pride and dream Of every heart in gray. The Army line you ll ever find A terror in the fray. And when the team is fighting For the Black and Gray and Gold, We re always near with song and cheer And this is the tale we re told: * The Army team Rah! Rah! Rah! Boom! Chorus On, brave old Army team! On to the fray. Fight on to victory For that s the fearless Army way. (Whistle chorus) (Repeat chorus)

88 88 WEST POINT ALMA MATER Hail, Alma Mater, dear! To us be ever near, Help us thy motto bear, thru all the years. Let Duty be well performed, Honor be e er untarn d, Country be ever armed, West Point, by thee! Guide us, thine own, aright, Teach us by day, by night, To keep thine honor bright, For thee to fight. When we depart from thee, Serving on land or sea, May we still loyal be, West Point, to thee! And when our work is done, Our course on earth is run, May it be said, Well done. Be thou at peace. E er may that line of gray Increase from day to day; Live, serve, and die, we pray, West Point, for thee!

89 THE ARMY SONG 89 March along, sing our song, with the Army of the free. Count the brave, count the true, who have fought to victory. We re the Army and proud of our name! We re the Army and proudly proclaim: Chorus First to fight for the right, And to build the Nation s might, And The Army Goes Rolling Along. Proud of all we have done, Fighting till the battle s won, And the Army Goes Rolling Along. Refrain Then it s hi! hi! hey! The Army s on its way. Count off the cadence loud and strong; For where er we go, You will always know That The Army Goes Rolling Along.

90 90 HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS Military Police Front Desk /3312 While visiting West Point, if you hear something or see something say something! West Point Operator West Point Information (Weather and Event Information) Parent Support USMA Parent Communications Liaison WPAOG Parent Relations Manager Aafes (Post Exchange PX) Enterprise Rent-A-Car Gas Station (PX) Military ID Required Post Exchange (PX) Military ID Card Required Optical Shop in PX Military Clothing x147 Admissions Northeast Southeast Great Lakes Southwest Far West Athletics/Tickets Athletic Ticket Office TIX-AR- MY/ Army Sports ARMY Football Office Michie Stadium Boodle Companies Giftworks giftworks4westpoint.com Ohsoooosweet ohsoooosweet.myshopify. com Love a Cadet loveacadet.com For the Love of Bakin LLC facebook.com/4lovebakin Jones Farm jonesfarminc.com Catering Cadet Restaurant (catering) DCA Catering West Point Club Chapels Cadet Chapel /4106 Catholic Chapel /3721 Jewish Chapel /2766 Office of the Chaplains Old Cadet Chapel Post Chapel Community Services Malek West Point Visitors Center West Point Museum Entertainment Bowling Center Eisenhower Hall Box Office Golf Course /2327 Florist Happy Flower Florist Lily s of the Valley Gift Shops Cadet Bookstore Cadet C Store DUSA (WP Museum) Malek West Point Visitors Center Gift Shop WPAOG Gift Shop West Point Women s Club Location Rentals Eisenhower Hall Herbert Hall Thayer Hotel Train Station West Point Club er Lodge Lodging Thayer Hotel IHG Army Hotels Five Star Inn Medical Keller Army Hospital Front Desk/Information

91 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 91 Keller Army Patient Information Line Mologne Cadet Health Ctr Saunders Dental Clinic Other Cadet Hostess Cadet Pay Office Victor Constant Ski Area /4637 West Point Association of Graduates Outdoor Recreation Area/Rentals West Point FMWR Outdoor Round Pond Recreation Area Also handles RV reservations for North Dock Party Equipment Rentals Durants Rental Center (Boats, Camping, etc) West Point FMWR Outdoor Equipment Center Photography Company Legacy Photo Post Office Cadet Mailroom (10997) West Point Post Office (10996) Restaurants First Class Club Grant Hall Hotel Thayer Subway West Point Club Tours Harbor Craft Tours /3011 West Point Tours Transportation Academy Taxi of West Point Amtrak Bus Transportation /2047 Harbormaster Ferry Metro North Taxi Commercial West Point Tours Inc Trailway USMA Support/ Services Cadet Counseling Center Diplomas Diploma Frames Duty Officers Gold Coats (Computer Assistance) Howitzer and Bugle Notes USMA Registar s Office Letters of enrollment, transcripts, etc. Saber for Weddings, Cadet Hostess /2121 Transcripts USMA Academy Advancement USMA Admissions /5724 USMA Central Guard Room USMA Chaplain Office USMA Public Affairs West Point Review (Parade) Information West Point Weather Information

92 92 PARENTS CLUBS US Service Academy Parents Club Co-Presidents: Scott & Hope Grant West Point Parents Club Inland Empire California President: Casandra Smith West Point Parents Club of Alabama Co-Presidents: Jim & Amy Watkins West Point Parents Club of Greater Kansas City Missouri President: Patrick Ryan West Point Parents Club of Alaska President: Mr. Gregory Fast and Mrs. Kathleen Fast West Point Parents Club of Arkansas President: Donna Parmer West Point Parents Club of Central California President: Angelica Rieping West Point Parents Club of Greater Miami Valley President: katherine (Kathy) Schnipke West Point Parents Club of Central Illinois President: COL (Ret) Thomas Weiss West Point Parents Club of Central New York President: Maureen Tonetti West Point Parents Club of Central Ohio Co-Presidents: Tim & Carol Roden WestPoint Parents Club of Gulf Coast Florida Co-Presidents: Robert & Cindy-Jo Thomas

93 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 93 West Point Parents Club of Central Oklahoma Co-Presidents: Charles (Chuck) & Samantha Anderson West Point Parents Club of Central Pennsylvania President: Jennifer Duffy West Point Parents Club of Central Virginia President: Ms. Aleisha Hart West Point Parents Club of Idaho President: Shirley Wentland West Point Parents Club of Colorado Co-Presidents: Matthew (Matt) Wentz West Point Parents Club of Connecticut President: Brianna Schneider West Point Parents Club of Delaware President: Karen Pennington West Point Parents Club of Illinois President: Gretchen O Connor otm613@comcast.net West Point Parents Club of East Tennessee Co-Presidents: William & Carol Onkst Onkst@Embarqmail.com West Point Parents Club of Eastern Oklahoma President: Christella Chavez gichic7@yahoo.com West Point Parents Club of El Paso & S. New Mexico President: Erica Yagel swusmaparents@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Indiana Co-Presidents: Craig & Heather Williams chchg.williams@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Georgia President: Lori Moto wppcog@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Greater Cincinnati President: Lori Payne wppcgreatercinti.wordpress.com West Point Parents Club of Greater Houston Co-Presidents: John & Wendy Polisini membership@wppcgh.com West Point Parents Club of Iowa Co-Presidents: Latinus and Terri Boylston LatinusB@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Lehigh and Schuykill Valley PA Co-Presidents: Kirk & Robin Lysek lysekrs@airproducts.com West Point Parents Club of Llano Estadaco President: Sharon Wilkes swilkes428@yahoo.com West Point Parents Club of Long Island President: Andrew Gerson Andy.WPPCLI@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Louisiana President: Meredith Greer meredithgreer@yahoo.com West Point Parents Club of Maine President: Martha Couturier-Coleman martha.couturier@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Massachusetts President: Diane Bedard & Donna Beaulieu wppc-ma@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of MD, DC & VA President: Melanie Gness wppcmi.president@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Memphis Tennessee Co-Presidents: Mark & LuElla Sprout Mdsprout40@hotmail.com West Point Parents Club of Michigan President: Robert (Bob) Riehl wppcmi.president@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Mid-State Pennsylvania President: Julean Thorpe juleanthorpe@live.com West Point Parents Club of Mid-Tennessee Co-Presidents: Scott and Emily Butler sabutler@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Minnesota President: Heidi Bares WPPCMN@gmail.com

94 94 PARENTS CLUBS West Point Parents Club of Mississippi President: COL (Ret) George T (Thatch) Shepard thatchjennie@aol.com West Point Parents Club of New Hampshire President: Alison Solomonides Stoddard4@comcast.net West Point Parents Club of New Jersey President: Ms. Janet McVicar janet.mcvicar17@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of North Carolina Co-President: Frank & Renay Pugh renaypugh@icloud.com West Point Parents Club of North East Florida President: COL (Ret) William Beiswenger williambeiswengerjr@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of North East Pennsylvania President: Elizabeth Gerchman SFMEIER@AOL.COM West Point Parents Club of North Texas Co-President: William & Elizabeth Griswold wppcntx@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Northeast Ohio President: Steve Meier SFMEIER@AOL.COM West Point Parents Club of Northern Arizona President: Jody Wilkerson xavierw@aol.com West Point Parents Club of Northern California President: Todd Valdez toddvaldez@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Northern New Mexico President: Diane Garcia Piro dgpiro@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of West Point serving NY & NJ President: Peter Russell Prussell556@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Orange County California President: Brian Millsap brianmillsap@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Oregon & SW Washington Co-Presidents: John Dossett & Stephanie Parent jdossett@ncai.org & parentlaw@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of Rhode Island Co-Presidents: Christine Clarkin leamy44@cox.net West Point Parents Club of Rochester NY Co-Presidents: Julie Doyle & Dacie Hill jdoyle04@me.com/hill575@aol.com West Point Parents Club of S. Texas-San Antonio President: Cynthia (Cindy) Stone WPPCSTX@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of San Diego President: Ms. Sarah Mittemeyer Shea sarahamshea@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of San Fernando California Co-Presidents: LTC (Ret) Robert & Ellie Kay robert.kay78@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of South Carolina President: Sally Gardocki gdoc17@aol.com West Point Parents Club of South East Pennsylvania President: Michael Brown West Point Parents Club of South Florida President: Heriberto (Eddie) Aponte heaponte1@gmail.com West Point Parents Club of South West Florida Co-Presidents: Jack and Sheila Ullrich ullrich6@aol.com West Point Parents Club of Southern Arizona President: Mary Beth Schannep wppc.soaz@gmail.com

95 WestPointAOG.org 800.BE A.GRAD 95 West Point Parents Club of St. Louis President: LTC (Ret) Michael Horsey West Point Parents Club of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast Co-Presidents: Dr Robin Poderski & Siw Sleight West Point Parents Club of Upstate New York President: Paul Astemborski West Point Parents Club of USSAPO Northern Nevada President: Lynda Buhlig West Point Parents Club of Utah President: Antionette Stapley West Point Parents Club of Washington President: COL (Ret) Gasper Gulotta 81 USMA West Point Parents Club of Western New York Co-Presidents: Mr. F. David (Dave) Hillis and Mrs. Karen Hills West Point Parents Club of Western Pennsylvania President: Greta Penn West Point Service Academy Parents Club of Las Vegas President: Paul Womack lasvegas.usnaparents.com Wisconsin West Point Parents Association President: Tom Davis

96 96 NOTES

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98 98 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT MY CADET My Cadet s Information Cadet/Company Motto TAC Office Contacts Company Tactical Officer Name Phone Sponsor s Name My Local Parents Club President Phone Website Important Dates New Cadet Visitation Acceptance Day and Parade Affirmation Ceremony (COW) Academic First Day Ring Weekend (Firstie) Family Weekend Branch Night (Firstie) Thanksgiving Break Army/Navy Game Winter Break 500th Night (Yearling) Post Night (Firstie) 100th Night (Firstie) Plebe-Parent Weekend (Plebe) Spring Break Graduation Week Deadlines Class Ring Order Graduation Announcements and Invitations Orders

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100 Serving West Point and the Long Gray Line 698 Mills Road, West Point, New York WestPointAOG.org