The members of U.S. Military Academy Class of 2026 had a chance to sit back, relax and take a breath from their hectic schedule to enjoy a banquet and dance during the Yearling Winter Weekend (YWW) event Feb. 24 at the Cadet Mess Hall. The evening included words of wisdom from guest speaker, Command Sgt. Maj. Brett Johnson, the regimental command sergeant major of the 75th Ranger Regiment, who reiterated to the future officers that they have “one shot” to make an impression in all the things they do in life....

Cadets at the U.S. Military Academy have been learning and cultivating their ability to lead formations and organizations in the U.S. Army for the past 222 years at West Point. Those who are tasked to help teach and nurture them on their journey must also grow in their development to foster future leaders by attaining higher levels of education for themselves. ...

The annual Northern Warfare Challenge, hosted by the Eagle Battalion at University of Wisconsin La Crosse, unfolded with unparalleled intensity and camaraderie on Friday and Saturday, Feb 23-24. Drawing a record 49 teams from coast to coast, this year's event promised to test the mettle of cadets in the crucible of winter survival and endurance. ...

More than 250 Soldiers, scholars, diplomats and other subject matter experts from around the world participated in the Department of Social Sciences (SOSH) Security Seminar from Feb. 7-8 at the West Point Club Ballroom and Jefferson Hall. ...

The video gaming industry is a prosperous business that has evolved from its infancy in the 1970s as a leisure pursuit with enthusiasts to a skyrocketing juggernaut enterprise that offers esports professional team and career options among its most gifted gamers. ...

It was a moment the Class of 2024 would never forget as they rejoiced at the noteworthy accomplishment of reaching their 100th-day mark until graduation during the 100th Night Banquet on Feb. 12 at the U.S. Military Academy....

In a poignant celebration of dedication and service, the National Infantry Association West Point Chapter hosted the distinguished 20th annual National Infantry Association Ball on Jan. 26 at Eisenhower Hall. This event, steeped in tradition, served as a profound reminder of the sacrifices made by those within the Infantry community. ...

The U.S. Military Academy welcomed Lt. Gen. Braga (USMA Class of 1991) and Command Sgt. Maj. JoAnn Naumann, the Commanding General and Command Sgt. Maj. of the U.S. Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) at Fort Liberty, North Carolina. Both embarked on a collaborative journey from Feb. 7-9 at the U.S. Military Academy. Their visit, spanning various engagements with cadets, staff and faculty, underscored the essence of leadership, innovation and academic-practitioner collaboration. ...

In experiencing Augmented Reality (AR), cadets and U.S. Military Academy staff took part in a technology demonstration with Magic Leap and EolianVR on Feb. 6 at the West Point Simulation Center. As the technology grows, cadets gain experience on potential applications of AR technology for training and education. Examples of AR software can be in the form of an AR sand table used for tactical planning with multiple users in the same AR environment. ...

The U.S. Military Academy at West Point proudly announces the launch of the second season of its podcast, “Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact.” Brig. Gen. Shane Reeves, the Dean of the Academic Board, will bring listeners along for an exclusive exploration of the academy’s top scholars as they delve into cutting-edge research and pivotal discussions shaping our nation’s future. ...