Hagen Named A Finalist For V Foundation Comeback Award Mar 5, 2008
" The 2008 recipient will be selected by an eight-member sub-committee of The V Foundation Board of Directors. Past recipients of the award are Purdue's Katie Douglas (2001), Western Michigan's Kristin Koetsier (2002), Arizona State's Justin Allen (2003), Texas' Jamie Carey (2004), Washington's Kayla Burt (2005), Western Washington's Grant Dykstra (2006), and the United States Military Academy Women's Basketball Team (2007). 2008 V Foundation Comeback Award Finalists Jermaine Bishop, JR,... (Uncbears.com)
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These Harding Students this past week are warriors or soldiers, just as much as my fellow alumni from the United States Military Academy. They simply wear different uniforms and use different weapons. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Sharing a story about the meaning of giving Feb 29, 2008
Brian, age 19, is currently a student at West Point United States Military Academy in New York, and is expected to graduate in 2011. The youngest of the Bappe children is Cara, 15, who is a sophomore at Nevada High School. (Nevada Journal, IA)
James Robert Malcolm Feb 29, 2008
He was also a 1970 Reagan scholar for California and received his appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point. He graduated in June 1974, joining the Army's Signal Corps as a Second Lieutenant. (Madison County Record, AL)
Thomas W. Rabaut Named to Kaman Board of Directors Feb 28, 2008
A graduate of the United States Military Academy, West Point (BS), and the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration (MBA), Mr. Rabaut started his industrial career with FMC Corporation in 1977, following his military service. At FMC, he held a variety of operational leadership positions, becoming VP and General Manager of the FMC Defense Systems Group in 1993. (PR Newswire)
Regional Roundup Feb 28, 2008
That's what Lodi High School Principal Bill Atterberry said when he marched into Michael Harrick's government class to announce that the senior had been accepted to the United States Military Academy at West Point. The 17-year-old received a nomination from President Bush, a honor reserved for applicants whose parents served in the military. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
In the Military Feb 25, 2008
Lt. Gen. Franklin Hagenbeck, the superintendent of the United States Military Academy, will speak about West Point and building future leaders at 4 p.m. March 5 at Punahou School's Luke Auditorium. The speech is open to the public and is hosted by school junior ROTC program. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Red Raiders Set For 2008 Season Opener Feb 22, 2008
Army - Will mark the first-ever meeting between Texas Tech and the United States Military Academy. The Black Knights finished the season with a 25-23-1 overall record and a 12-7 mark in the Patriot League. (Texastech.com)
More news reports... Feb 20, 2008
The Student Conference on National Affairs will include students from Texas Aersity, Baylor University, United States Military Academy at West Point, Rice University and the University of Texas Thursday through Saturday at the Rudder Auditorium. . (The Battalion, TX)
Nevada High School principal receives award from Naval Academy Feb 15, 2008
In a thank-you letter Murray sent his staff this past Tuesday, he wrote, "As I entered the gym, I saw all the parents but still didn't think of anything unusual. When the gentleman representing the Navy spoke, the true purpose of my presence hit me... My first emotional thought was embarrassment... Here I am receiving (the award) when most of the high school staff did more work... The staff helped inspire these young men to be all they could be. You had high expectations, provided a rigorous... (Nevada Journal, IA)
South Carolina Women's Soccer Completes 2008 Signing Class Feb 14, 2008
Father ran track and cross country at the United States Military Academy (West Point). Born October 15, 1989. (Uscsports.com)
N. Palm residents multiply support for troops Feb 10, 2008
Since then, Pollard and Gebbia, whose son is a senior at the United States Military Academy in West Point, N.Y., have fueled the effort to look after the soldiers. They have raised $15,500, shipped more than 10,000 pounds of goods and rounded up some 50 volunteers. (The Palm Beach Post)
For love of robots Feb 7, 2008
The program is designed to get students "excited about math, science and engineering, said Leah Akins, head of Dutchess Community College's Engineering, Architecture and Computer Technologies department. Students had a chance to apply important math and technology skills while solving a technical problem as a team, Akins said. Junior teams were made up of students from ages six to nine, while senior teams included children from ages nine to 14. Teams were judged in categories that included:... (Rhinebeck Gazette Advertiser, NY)
Windber native promoted to brigadier general Feb 5, 2008
Remarkable, they say, for a man who began his career at the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. in 1977 after being a stand-out athlete with the Windber Ramblers in high school. The former quarterback and track star went on to letter four times on the West Point track, but after graduation in 1981, found helicopters. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
DCC hosts Lego competition; Seymour Smith students set to show their skills Feb 1, 2008
Marist College, Vassar College, the State University of New York at New Paltz, the United States Military Academy at West Point and the Mid-Hudson Technology Council are among the partners in the new event, which came about through a partnership between the non-profit FIRST organization and the Lego Group. IBM has also provided support for the program. (Pine Plains Register Herald, NY)
Rossiter: Hope remains for ring reunion Jan 26, 2008
" That's why he asked me not to name him or write too much detail about the 1967 ring acknowledging its owner - last name possibly beginning with B - as a Georgia Tech graduate. He fears people with bad intentions will claim the jewelry he reasoned as valuable because of the metal and encrusted jewel. But the true value is far greater for the person meant to wear it, he figures. This is true of missing college rings throughout the United States. A quick search of the Internet prompted dozens of... (Athens Banner-Herald)
YESTERDAYS: Mystery Club hosts whist party Jan 25, 2008
Kevin G. Reneghan, 17, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leo J. Reneghan of 168 High St., South Hingham, received a telegram from Senator John F. Kennedy of Massachusetts on Saturday notifying him that he had been named as the principal appointee to the United States Military Academy, West Point. N.Y.. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Chamber selects Junior Citizen Jan 25, 2008
He serves as president of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes organization, and attended the American Legion Boy s State and the United States Military Academy s Summer Leaders Seminar ... Sittnick was accepted to Wheaton College, The Citadel and the United States Military Academy at West Point. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
How the West Point was won: Determination helps former Muscatine resident overcome obstacles, from math to men, to become Muscatine's first female graduate of the U.S. Military Academy in West Point Jan 22, 2008
The next day, April 16, 1994, I received my official nomination as a candidate to the United States Military Academy. The principal made an announcement over the loud speaker and I knew at that moment I had to make it through. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
ON CAMPUS REPORT Jan 14, 2008
n Wagner College got a 14-point night from Chelsey Bunyer, but it was not enough to power Wagner past the United States Military Academy, also known as Army. In the 59-50 Wagner loss, Bunyer hit five field goals and four free throws. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
CGA Mining - Announcement To The Australian Securities Exchange And Toronto Stock Exchange Jan 10, 2008
He was a special assistant to the President of the Philippines from 1992 - 1995, was a commissioned officer in the armed forces of the Philippines, attended the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York, won the Fulbright Scholarship to both the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (where he completed his Master of Science, MBA and PhD) and Cornell University (where he received his Master of Engineering degree), and earned a postgraduate certificate in cross sector partnership at... (Canada Newswire)
Green Gets Impressed Jan 8, 2008
The strong-armed 6-foot-2, 190-pound quarterback from Central Catholic High School in Portland made the jaunt out East to see the United States Military Academy, and while he didn't commit after the trip, the other schools on his short list will have a lot to do to match what he saw at West Point. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (Washington Sports -- Rivals.com)
BILL SPELTZ: Benefits beyond the trophies Dec 30, 2007
Today that little girl is a student at the United States Military Academy at West Point. She graduated from Missoula Sentinel with a 3. (Missoulian, MT)
Notre Dame Topples Bears, 87-54 Dec 30, 2007
Game time is 7:00 p.m. at Cristl Arena on the United States Military Academy campus. (Brownbears.com)
West Point is choice for Exeter High School football player Dec 27, 2007
When Brad Kelly first contacted the United States Military Academy, he made it very clear. "I'm interested in West Point," he said, ". . . and I also play football.". (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Wulff has three coaching slots left to fill Dec 14, 2007
Prior to joining Wulff in Cheney in 2003, Sears spent three seasons on the defensive staff at the United States Military Academy. Niekamp joined Wulff's EWU staff in 2004 as linebackers coach, serving the previous four years as tight ends coach at the United States Military Academy. (Cougfan.com)
Men's Soccer Earns Academic Honors Dec 11, 2007
18 United States Military Academy, Kurt Swanbeck, 3. 14 Upper Iowa University, Brian Bahl, 3. (Gozags.com)
Lindsey Pluimer Nominated For Lowe's Senior CLASS Award Dec 8, 2007
2007--08 Women's Basketball Senior CLASS Award Nominees Nkolika Anosike, F/C, Tennessee Tahnee Balerio, G, Missouri State Essence Carson, F, Rutgers Meagan Cowher, F, Princeton Julie DeMuth, F, Ball State Sarah Elliott, C, Kentucky Cara Enright, G, United States Military Academy Allyson Fasnacht, G, Liberty Emily Florence, G, Washington Hope Foster, F, Bucknell Sylvia Fowles, C, Louisiana State A'Quonesia Franklin, G, Texas A Carlene Hightower, F, La Salle Tasha Humphrey, F, Georgia Tyeisha... (Uclabruins.com)
Biographical Information on James Peake -AP Dec 5, 2007
EDUCATION - B.S., United States Military Academy, 1966; M.D., Cornell University, 1972; graduate, U.S. Army War College, 1988. FAMILY - Wife Janice, two children. (Guardian Unlimited)
Your Opinion Nov 28, 2007
Jefferson Davis graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, served valiantly during the War with Mexico, served as Secretary of War under President Franklin Pierce, served as U.S. Senator from Mississippi and was President of the Confederate States of America. Jefferson Davis was a Christian father and husband. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Retired soldier gauges his success by others Nov 12, 2007
Moffett has had a very decorated military career since he was a cadet at the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1967. He served in Operation Dessert Storm in 1990 and has trained hundreds of troops for Operation Iraqi Freedom. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Participating colleges Nov 5, 2007
United States Military Academy. Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico. (USA Today)
ISSUES & IDEAS Nov 4, 2007
Questions, answers with some authors who'll be at the Book Fair - 11/03/2007 - MiamiHerald (The Miami Herald)
Newsweek: Teaching literature to soldiers Nov 2, 2007
"Writers like Emerson and Thoreau give us our ideas of liberty, democracy and independence. So much of our national identity is part of our literary inheritance." (Samet, who still teaches at West Point, spoke to NEWSWEEK as a civilian, and her views do not represent those of the United States Military Academy, the Department of the Army, or the Department of Defense. . (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Stan Brock addresses the media Oct 31, 2007
I'm no more or less proud to be a part of this rivalry than I am to be head coach at the United States Military Academy. This is part of it. (ArmySports.com)
President Bush Nominates Dr. James Peake as Secretary of Veterans Affairs Oct 31, 2007
And as a young man of 18, he set upon his own lifetime of service when he arrived at the United States Military Academy. After graduating from West Point in 1966, Second Lieutenant James Peake was sent to Vietnam with the 101st Airborne. (White House News Releases)
Text of Bush VA announcement Oct 31, 2007
And as a young man of 18, he set upon his own lifetime of service when he arrived at the United States Military Academy ... United States Military Academy. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Boeing Names New Leader for Middle East and Africa Commercial Airplane Sales Oct 29, 2007
Bentrott graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., in 1980 with a bachelor's degree in engineering. SOURCE Boeing. (PR Newswire)
Three Questions for the Candidates Oct 24, 2007
Every year, Dr. Maxwell speaks to Fortune 500 companies, international government leaders, and organizations as diverse as the United States Military Academy at West Point and the National Football League. His latest book is titled Talent Is Never Enough. (BusinessWeek)
Complex mission lies ahead, but shuttle crew ready Oct 22, 2007
Graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point in applied science and engineering; holds a master's degree in aerospace engineering from Georgia Tech. Army aviator and helicopter test pilot; participated in the development and evaluation of combat and reconnaissance aircraft. (Houston Chronicle)
Cox thriving as lead blocker for Choice Oct 20, 2007
" ------ A SALUTE TO GEORGIA SOLDIERS: Georgia Tech associate athletic director Wayne Hogan said the school has encouraged area military bases to take advantage of the opportunity to see the game. "It is a tremendous honor to host the United States Military Academy to our campus," Hogan said. "We have been in communication with many of our area military bases encouraging involvement. " Fort Benning is sending 200 trainees and 44 Airborne troops to the game. Also, 33 disabled veterans from... (Georgia Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Penguins Notebook: No one hitting panic button Oct 20, 2007
" He said it's the same problem that limited him some last month when the Penguins went through team-building exercises and practices at the United States Military Academy at West Point. He played through the pain before aggravating the injury Oct. 10 against Montreal. Slap shots Penguins chief operating officer Ken Sawyer said things are going as planned with the new arena. "We're still on target for the 2010-11 season," he said. Demolition work continues across the street from Mellon Arena.... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
The McLendon Foundation Announces the Allan H. (Bud) Selig Mentoring Award Oct 13, 2007
"When our committee looked at the body of work created toward diversity and equality for minorities on Commissioner Selig's watch, this became an easy and obvious choice," stated Kevin Anderson, the Division I-A McLendon Steering Committee chair and director of athletics at the United States Military Academy. "The Allan H. (Bud) Selig Mentoring Award will be given annually to a deserving athletics administrator who has been at the forefront of creating opportunities for young minorities looking... (Nacda.com)
Yanks notes: Flood of support for Torre Oct 8, 2007
The national anthem was performed by the United States Military Academy glee club, under the supervision of Constance Chase, and was immediately followed by a flyover of two FA 18E Hornets. Jeter entered having played in 49 career Division Series games and 122 career postseason games, passing Bernie Williams for first place in both categories on baseball's all-time list. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Photo Gallery: Army beats Tulane in OT Oct 7, 2007
Tulane kicker , foreground, reacts fter missing an overtime field goal-attempt against Army during college football action at the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007 ... Tulane running back scores a third quarter touchdown against Army during college football action at the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007 ... Tulane running back Matt Forte, right, celebrates with teammate after scoring a third-quarter touchdown... (ArmySports.com)
More women than ever enter West Point Oct 5, 2007
Mike Groll / APCadets Karina Quezada, riight, and Michelle Shin take part in a combatives class at the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. They are among 225 young women who joined the academy thisyear, the highest number of female cadets in a single class since women first came to the academy in 1976. . (MSNBC -- International)
Penguins Camp 2007: Mini-boot camp ends with fatigue, many favorable salutes Sep 27, 2007
WEST POINT, N.Y. -- As a first-timer, Darryl Sydor had mixed feelings going into the Penguins' team-building and exercise program at the United States Military Academy. "I was worried from the stories they had last year," the defenseman said after practice yesterday as the Penguins got ready to head back to Pittsburgh. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Penguins have their own Mt. Whitney as pillar of defense Sep 26, 2007
"I probably do a little too much of giving guys crap," Whitney said with a grin yesterday at Tate Rink, where the Penguins are practicing while they undergo several team-building exercises and activities at the United States Military Academy. It wasn't so much a mea culpa as it was a my prerogative. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Penguins Notebook: Crosby's groin injury not 'major thing' Sep 25, 2007
He was hoping to take part in military style workouts and team building at the United States Military Academy later yesterday, today and tomorrow. "I want to be doing all that stuff, especially the team building," he said, adding that he doesn't want to risk aggravating the condition. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Student standouts: Chaparral graduate to debate for West Point Sep 24, 2007
Nickelson, a freshman, was one of 250 who applied for the team at the United States Military Academy at West Point. The team's first tournament was this weekend at Kings College. (North County Times)
Post a comment Sep 15, 2007
Senator Jack Reed of Rhode Island, a graduate of the United States Military Academy: Once again, the president failed to provide either a plan to successfully end the war. Sen. (International Herald Tribune)
Bush says success allows for troop cuts Sep 14, 2007
In the Democratic response, Senator Jack Reed of Rhode Island, a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, said that Bush was making the case for an "endless and unlimited military presence in Iraq," and he vowed that Congress would prevent it. "Once again, the president failed to provide either a plan to successfully end the war or a convincing rationale to continue it," said Reed, an author of a Democratic proposal that would withdraw most combat troops by next spring, but... (International Herald Tribune)
Hispanic magazine honors Latina service members Sep 13, 2007
Dominguez said his father's service in the Air Force had served as a stepping stone for him to attend the United States Military Academy. "I am standing here as a direct result of the opportunities afforded to me and my father by the armed forces of the United States," Dominguez said. (The Dolphin, CT)
Fall Foilage in the Hudson Valley Sep 5, 2007
A small fort used during that war now is called the United States Military Academy, better known as. The museum contains one of the world's largest collections of weapons, flags, uniforms and other military artifacts back to the Romans and Egyptians. (Suite101.com)
Walk on of the Week: Josh Dobbie Sep 2, 2007
Not very highly recruited out of Bloomingdale High School in Tampa by many high major schools, Dobbie received a scholarship to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point in West Point, New York. With the opportunity to play football at the Division 1 level, Dobbie took the offer. (TheTerritory.org)
T.D. Decker Joins Aquascape Team As President Aug 30, 2007
Decker earned a B.S. in engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point where he was a quarterback on the Army football team and received an MBA from Duke University where he was president of his class. Decker previously was president of two manufacturing companies, then oversaw a portfolio of service companies and recently was president of a $3 billion hedge fund. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Complete Story Aug 29, 2007
A graduate of St. Joseph Prep in Bardstown, and the United States Military Academy at West Point, Talbott fought in the Battle of the Bulge in World War II.. While Talbott deserves a large measure of gratitude for his outstanding service, he is but one of a generation of heros often described as this nation s greatest generation. (Bradstown Kentucky Standard, KY)
Memorial honors victims Aug 28, 2007
The 22-year-old, who had gone on to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point, was killed by a drunk driver nearly two years ago. Between July 2006 and June 2007, the State College Police Department reported the most annual DUI arrests -- 484 -- in the past four years. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Birth control pills may weaken bones Aug 25, 2007
4 years of age upon entering the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Health)
Oral contraceptives, other factors reduce bone mass Aug 25, 2007
4 years of age upon entering the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York. ADVERTISEMENT (article continues below) The researchers compared the cadets' previous year's exercise; their consumption of milk, yogurt, cheese, and calcium containing vegetables; as well as caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco; and their lifetime history of fractures, age at first menstruation and menstrual frequency, and current and prior use of oral contraceptives. (Scientific American)
Lasers look to learn from lessons Aug 23, 2007
Two of those six all-conference selections have already committed to major college programs: wide receiver-tight end Jeff Zipfel (6'6", 210 pounds), who will play at Western Michigan University, and running back-linebacker Jared Hassin (6'2", 215 pounds), who will attend the United States Military Academy at West Point (Army). "We definitely came in with a chip on our shoulders," Hassin said. (Kettle Moraine Index, WI)
GIs worry illegal relatives will be deported Aug 11, 2007
Every base has immigration problems, said Margaret Stock, an Army reservist and immigration attorney teaching at the United States Military Academy at West Point. The government theyre fighting for is the same government thats trying to deport their families. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
It's a Barker vs. O'Brien Rematch in Virginia's 39th Senate District in November Aug 10, 2007
O'Brien graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, receiving a commission as a 2nd lieutenant in 1973. He served on active duty for five years and then served in the reserves until retiring as a colonel. (Chronicle Newspapers, VA)
Gaudio takes reins of Wake Forest hoops after Prosser's death Aug 10, 2007
He led the Black Knights of United States Military Academy at West Point from 1993-1997, more commonly known as Army, and the Greyhounds of Loyola University in Maryland from 1997-2000. After these coaching jobs, Gaudio joined Prosser's staff at Xavier University and then made the move with him to Winston-Salem in 2001. (U-Wire.com)
Cubs had a challenging season in 2007 Aug 3, 2007
"His ERA says he didn't give up a many runs and had excellent control, we just didn't give him much run support." Brian Bappe gave the team great leadership and he was one of the Cubs' top hitters before leaving for the United States Military Academy midway through the season. He hit. (Nevada Journal, IA)