La Russa spends off-day in Big Apple Sep 17, 2008
Early in the day, he spoke at the United States Military Academy at West Point, and in the evening, he made one final visit to Yankee Stadium, taking in a White Sox-Yankees game in the Bronx. The manager had been wanting to get back to Yankee Stadium one last time for quite a while, but it was the West Point visit that really made his day. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Movie Gallery Announces Executive Appointments Sep 16, 2008
Mr. Marsala received his Masters of Business Administration from the University of Dallas and his Bachelor of Science from The United States Military Academy at West Point, where he achieved the rank of Cadet Captain. About Movie Gallery. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
EagleBank Signs On as Title Sponsor of Inaugural EagleBank Bowl Sep 11, 2008
Provided they win at least six games this season, The United States Naval Academy (Navy) will serve as the home team for the 2008 EagleBank Bowl, with the United States Military Academy (Army) serving in the same capacity for 2009. The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) will supply the opponent in 2008, provided enough ACC teams are bowl eligible. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Eagle Bank Bowl Takes Flight in D.C. Sep 11, 2008
You know that team down in Dallas said theyre Americas team, but if you look at it, the United States Naval Academy and the United States Military Academy are truly Americas team. West Point Athletic Director Kevin Anderson. (GoMidshipmen.com)
Heavy lifting awaits Ohio State at USC Sep 8, 2008
" Michigan coach Rich Rodriguez on the Wolverines' offense after two games; a loss to Utah and a 16-6 struggle to get past Miami (Ohio). "I'm embarrassed and ashamed I apologize to the Corps of Cadets and the United States Military Academy and anyone who watched that game. " Army coach Stan Brock after a 28-10 loss to New Hampshire. "It's a long season, and the naysayers cannot end our players' season after two games. (USA Today -- Sports)
2008-09 John McLendon Postgraduate Scholarship Finalists Announced Sep 5, 2008
The ADs are Kevin Anderson, United States Military Academy; Sharon Beverly, Vassar; Rudy Carvajal, Cal State Bakersfield; Deborah Chin, New Haven; Earl Edwards, California San Diego; Mike Garrett, Southern California; Dan Guerrero, UCLA; Craig Littlepage, Virginia; Lee McElroy, Albany; Warde Manuel, Buffalo; Bernard Muir, Georgetown; Gene Smith, Ohio State; and Keith Tribble, Central Florida ... Kevin AndersonUnited States Military Academy. (Nacda.com)
In Place of Fatigues, Business Suits Aug 21, 2008
Mr. Szeto has a bachelor s degree in economics from the United States Military Academy at West Point but said he wanted to learn the techniques of business management. Business is simply knowing people, he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
College Ranking Surprises Aug 18, 2008
Courtesy of The United States Military Academy. 6 United States Military Academy(NY). (Forbes)
Dr. Lynch deployed to Afghanistan; MH clinics prepare for his absence Aug 14, 2008
He later attended the United States Military Academy at West Point. He deployed to Mogadishu, Somalia, as a tank platoon leader. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
NEIGHBORS IN THE NEWS Aug 10, 2008
He earned a bachelor's degree in Economics with a minor in Systems Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point. He is employed as an executive group leader with Target Corporation in DeKalb, Illinois. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Countdown to the Battle of Chickamauga: Aug. 3-9, 1863 Aug 9, 2008
He attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill briefly before entering the United States Military Academy at West Point. During his senior year, he joined the Episcopal Church. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Balfour Beatty Communities finalizes $207M West Point deal Aug 6, 2008
Communities has finalized a $207 million agreement with the Army to be its private partner for military housing construction at the United States Military Academy at West Point. The contract is part of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Olympic dreams fulfilled Aug 3, 2008
Scherer, 19, a sophomore-to-be at the United States Military Academy at West Point, is the first Black Knight in any sport to make an Olympic team as a cadet since 1960. He is also the first freshman in school history to do so. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Latest College Rankings List The Greenest Jul 30, 2008
United States Military Academy 8. Middlebury College 9. (CBS News)
West Appoints Chief Operating Officer Jul 29, 2008
He is an engineering graduate of the United States Military Academy and holds an MS in systems management and an MBA. "Steve Ellers has a broad knowledge base to share with Matt and will transfer responsibility for the Company's several business units to him over the next two quarters," said Dr. Morel. "Steve's contributions have been invaluable during his tenure as head of operations, a period of tremendous growth and profitability for West. His leadership in seeing that this transition goes as... (PR Newswire)
For father on 3rd tour in Iraq, family separation the hardest Jul 29, 2008
After graduating high school and knowing nothing about the Army I went to the United States Military Academy at West Point. It was the only free ride I had. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Two Spikes must return to Army Jul 26, 2008
White and Simmons are graduates of the United States Military Academy in West Point, N.Y.. Both White and Simmons were on a 60-day leave that expires this weekend. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Pirates lose four Minor Leaguers for '08 Jul 26, 2008
Catcher Chris Simmons and outfielder Cole White, both of whom were drafted out of the United States Military Academy at West Point last month, have been told by the military that they must report to military duty. On July 8, the Army revised its alternative-service-option policy, which was created in 2005 to allow athletes to postpone their military duty and turn pro immediately following graduation. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
BHS grad spearheads program to support wounded soldiers Jul 25, 2008
Twenty years later, after having attended the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., Swalve teamed up with West Point classmates, Nathan Barto and Tommy Boyer-Kendrick, to see to it that today's returning veterans receive the support they need to transition back to civilian life. After a phone call from Barto, Swalve decided it was time to take action. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Army shapes White Jul 18, 2008
That change in perspective led White to pursue an education at the United States Military Academy in West Point, N.Y.. After four years of college, White was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 42nd round in this year's MLB Draft. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Spikes fall in rubber match Jul 15, 2008
Simmons and White were teammates at the United States Military Academy in West Point, N.Y.. "I was rooting for him all night," White said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Christopher Lawlor Jul 4, 2008
" Like all service academies, Army does not offer athletic scholarships -- a student is given free tuition in exchange for their post-graduate service commitment -- and usually brings in a freshman class with 30 potential players, most of whom attended the United States Military Academy Prep School in Fort Monmouth, N.J. Navy and Air Force also have prep schools. Army's current roster features nearly 80 players who attended the USMAPC. "Once you target your prospects, you develop a relationship.... (ESPN -- Recruiting)
PG West: Montour's Muha, Chartiers Valley's Kush enjoy East-West game experience (06/26/2008) Jun 26, 2008
" Kush also has been told he will play defense in college. After strongly considering an effort to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point, Kush will enroll at California (Pa.). He said California is one of only two colleges in the state that have a technology education program, his desired major. Kush said he didn't have a preference on which side of the ball he will play in college. "It really doesn't matter to me," he said. "I just want to line up and start whipping some... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Pirates Notebook: Nady will have MRI on shoulder Jun 16, 2008
41) from the United States Military Academy and outfielder Cole White (No. 42), also from the United States Military Academy. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Where are the missing Civil War flags? Jun 15, 2008
The West Point Museum, in Highland Falls, New York, just outside the gates of the United States Military Academy, holds seven Tennessee Union flags as part of its collection. The 12th and 13th Regiment U.S. Colored Troops of Middle Tennessee carried three of these flags. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Boltons top student to enter West Point Jun 9, 2008
Burns will join a select group of students this summer as part of the entering class of 2012 at the United States Military Academy at West Point. Burns said that being at the top of his class was never a motivating factor for him to work hard in school, and that he didn t pay much attention to his rank until senior year. (Bolton Common, MA)
Pirates Notebook: Nady adamant ankle injury not serious Jun 9, 2008
The Pirates' 41st and 42nd choices in the draft last week, catcher Christopher Simmons and outfielder Cole White, were from the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. General manager Neal Huntington said that, if the Pirates were to sign either, they would have to negotiate their release with the federal government. First published on June 9, 2008 at 12:00 am Online: Print: Copyright. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sheets, Jacklin cream of the crop in girls soccer Jun 7, 2008
"Our returning club players got on good teams at club tryouts, and I'm sure they will progress as well. We were the first team in school history to be in the state rankings, even though it was 15th. The girls didn't know what to make of it, but they were excited and it put a little pressure on us. I'm just glad we don't have to face Ashleigh any more.''Sheets will be playing soccer for the United States Military Academy (Army) next year. She took a quick glance at Wofford, where she would have... (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
William E. Odom, 75; was chief of the National Security Agency for Reagan Jun 6, 2008
"The son of an agricultural researcher in Cookeville, Tenn., Mr. Odom traced his interest in foreign affairs to childhood debates about capitalism with his father and about socialism with his minister.After graduating from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1954, he spent the late 1950s in Army infantry and armor divisions in the United States and West Germany. In the mid-1960s, he was a liaison to the Soviet military in Potsdam, East Germany. In 1970-71, he served as a... (Boston Globe)
'Everyone can make a difference' Jun 6, 2008
Three have military commitments, including Liberty High School's first-ever congressional appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Estimated value of Kayla Grace Hodges' West Point scholarship: Just less than $500,000. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Eric and Maggie Heeley Jun 5, 2008
The groom, a 2005 graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, is a first lieutenant currently serving as executive officer of D Troop, 1st Battalion (Airborne), 509th Infantry at Fort Polk, La. He is the son of Debi Mann of Exeter, Calif. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Army Head Coach Jim Crews Participates In Operation Hoop Talk Jun 5, 2008
Jeff Bzdelik: University of Colorado Ed Conroy: The Citadel Jim Crews: United States Military Academy (West Point) Dave Leitao: University of Virginia Jeff Nix: New York Knicks (former)/President of Camouflage Kids, Inc. Gary Stewart: University of California Davis. Modeled after the hugely popular Operation Links, Gridiron and Hardwood series', "Operation Hoop Talk" continues the USO's commitment to bringing top sports figures and sports-related events to troops stationed overseas. (Patriotleague.com)
Sports museum? A galaxy of stars Jun 4, 2008
Outside" at the United States Military Academy following his prep career at St. Stanislaus College on the Gulf Coast. His Heisman is on loan from St. Stanislaus, which received it as a gift from Blanchard.The display also shows how to make a donation to St. Stanislaus, which is still recovering from Hurricane Katrina in 2005.The underlying thread is success. Two years ago, USA Football recognized Mississippi as the top football state in the nation. That quality is reflected by the vast number of... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Lodi High's 'spunky' class graduates May 31, 2008
She honored fellow senior Michael Harrich, who will be attending the United States Military Academy at West Point, and all of her peers going into the military, as well as Lodi High's many engineering students and the first-generation Americans who Friday night became first-generation American high school graduates ... United States Military Academy West Point 400,000 over four years. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Bob Knight Highlights Hall of Fame Class of 2008 May 30, 2008
Fishburne, a vital resource in the Kenna Hall of Army Sports, has been a generous supporter of the United States Military Academy. His daughter, Holly, was a women's soccer player while his son-in-law, Mark West, competed in sprint football. (Texastech.com)
Large crowd honors the fallen May 28, 2008
Jake Hagstrom, who is attending the United States Military Academy at West Point, led the Pledge of Allegiance. We come together once again on Memorial Day to remember those who have given their lives for our country and to pledge to them, and to each other, that we will honor their memory in all our days, O Donnell said. (Hingham Journal, MA)
BHS grad marches down a different path May 28, 2008
Cadet Elizabeth Connors, a junior at the United States Military Academy at West Point, poses in her parents' Claflin Street home with mementos from their time at their shared alma mater. BHS grad marches down a different path. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Women's Soccer Program Announces Two New Members For `08 May 25, 2008
" Brendan Lawler joins the Red Foxes as an assistant coach after serving as an assistant for the men's program at the United States Military Academy. While at West Point, Lawler was responsible for training the goalkeepers, assisting team training sessions, and recruiting. He also prepared scouting reports of opponents and designed the team's speed, agility and quickness training. The 2007 season saw the Black Knights achieve their highest win total since 1996. Prior to Army, Lawler was the head... (Goredfoxes.com)
Cadet Dan Fritz makes own mark at West Point May 23, 2008
United States Military Academy Cadet Dan Fritz ... United States Military Academy Cadet Dan Fritz ... Dan Fritz, of Verdon, shares a typical day in the life of a United States Military Academy Cadet at West Point and talks about what motivates him a.. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Division I-A Athletics Directors McLendon Scholarship Steering Committee Looking for Change May 23, 2008
Baughman recently met with Kevin Anderson, athletics director at the United States Military Academy and chair of the Division I-A Athletics Directors McLendon Scholarship Steering Committee, and invited the committee to be the permanent minority advisory committee of the 1A Athletic Directors' Association. "We are very pleased with the progress that has been made towards including all qualified minority candidates in the hiring practices for athletic administrators and particularly head football... (Nacda.com)
MAAC Champs Release 2008-09 Schedule May 21, 2008
The Red Foxes will open their competitive schedule in West Point, N.Y. at the United States Military Academy in the Black Knights' Invite on October 18th and 19th. While at West Point, they will take on Army and Syracuse. (Goredfoxes.com)
Your Opinion May 21, 2008
At the young age of 16, Jefferson Davis received an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. by President James Monroe. He graduated in 1828 with the commission of second lieutenant. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Sanchez on Iraq errors: Don't blame me, I was just a general May 17, 2008
Don Snider, a professor of political science at the United States Military Academy, said Sanchez is right to not take the blame for civilian decisions. "The general's advice is his responsibility," he said. (Anchorage Daily News)
The General George Patton Museum May 15, 2008
In 1909, George Smith Patton, Jr. graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point. He had decided at a young age that he would become a hero, and he set out to do just that. (Suite101.com)
At milestone, local Jews see brighter future for homeland May 15, 2008
Matthew Lampell of the City of Poughkeepsie was preparing to graduate from the United States Military Academy at West Point when Israel declared its independence on May 14, 1948. "I assumed it was going to happen, and I was pleased when it occurred," he said. (Poughkeepsie Journal)
More of this story May 9, 2008
It was eloquently orated on May 12, 1962, following his being presented the Thayer Award at the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York. He was a member of the class of 1903. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Around Montana: Patriot League honors ex-Hawk Kumlien May 9, 2008
- Kevin Kumlien, of the United States Military Academy at West Point, has been named the 2008 Patriot League Men s Track and Field Scholar Athlete of the Year. The junior javelin thrower from Bozeman, who was the top collegiate finisher in every meet he entered this spring, carries a 3. (Bozeman Daily Chronicle)
Notre Dame Athletics Director Kevin White To Participate In Inaugural Football Forum May 6, 2008
In addition to White, panelists scheduled to attend include: , United States Military Academy athletics director; Mark Mangino, University of Kansas head coach; Gary Patterson, Texas Christian University head coach; Jim Tressel, Ohio State University head coach; Dr. T. K. Wetherell, Florida State University president; and , University of Washington head coach (and former Notre Dame head coach). Media currently scheduled to attend include the Associated Press, USA Today, ESPN, CBSSports. (Und.com)
Business briefs May 2, 2008
Micheau received a Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point and a Masters of Science degree in Education from the University of Southern California. He obtained a Master of Science degree in Human Resources from Gonzaga University, where he taught a Management Fundamentals course as an Adjunct Professor in the school s MBA program. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
PG North/West: In first season, Quaker Valley grad Houghton a smash for Army tennis team May 2, 2008
Her biggest concern in going to West Point wasn't succeeding on the tennis court, but rather adjusting to the demanding schedule at the United States Military Academy. "West Point is different," Houghton said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Patriot League Women's Tennis Championship - Day Two Recap Apr 20, 2008
It was another picture-perfect day for tennis to be played as the four semifinal teams took to the courts at the Malek Tennis Center on the campus of the United States Military Academy. In the first match of the day, No. 1 Army took on No. 4 Lehigh, who had advanced to the semifinals with a 7-0 victory over No. 5 Holy Cross on Friday. (Patriotleague.com)
Looking Back... Duke Track & Field Sensation Dave Sime Apr 17, 2008
He wanted to attend the United States Military Academy and become a pilot (the United States Air Force Academy opened in July 1955) but discovered he was colorblind. That ruled out West Point. (Theacc.com)
2008 Patriot League Women's Tennis Championship Preview Apr 17, 2008
The three-day event, which kicks off on Friday morning, will be played at the beautiful Malek Tennis Center on the campus of the United States Military Academy in West Point, N.Y.. The competition will begin on Friday morning, when No. 4 Lehigh takes on No. 5 Holy Cross at 11 a.m. Later in the day, No. 3 Colgate will play No. 6 Lafayette for a spot in Saturday's semifinals. (Patriotleague.com)
West Point commandant speaks at breakfast Apr 11, 2008
Gen. Robert Caslen Jr., commandant of the Corps of Cadets, United States Military Academy, speaks at the Fort Leavenworth National Prayer Breakfast April 4 at the Frontier Conference Center. Lamp photo by Prudence Siebert. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Click here to read more. Apr 11, 2008
His funeral was held at the United States Military Academy at West Point, from which Mallard graduated with honors in 2002. When Mose Mallard entered the West Point chapel, his jaw dropped when he saw Spotsylvania people. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Army, Marist, Renegades Team For Third WPDH Hudson Valley Baseball Classic Apr 9, 2008
"The Renegades and I are excited to be a part of such a great community event again this year.' For the third consecutive year, in conjunction with the WPDH Hudson Valley Baseball Classic, a free baseball clinic for boys and girls ages 8 to 18 will be conducted by players and coaches from both Army and Marist on the Dutchess Stadium playing field prior to the game from 4:00 to 4:50 p.m. The first 150 individuals to pre-register for the clinic will receive a T-shirt commemorating the event, while... (Goredfoxes.com)
Iraq War veteran shares his experiences with Legion Apr 4, 2008
"There's no doubt that when an American soldier comes home and is in an airport, they're appreciated." To illustrate his point, he described what happened last Sept. 11, the day after he had returned to the States: He and Nevada native Dan Kurtenbach, a 2007 graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, dined together at a restaurant. Both were in uniform. (Nevada Journal, IA)
Yanks bring 'October' to home opener Apr 2, 2008
After Stadium organist Ed Alstrom performed "O, Canada," Patrick Henshaw, soloist of the United States Military Academy Glee Club, sang the national anthem. He hit one sour note, which amused the crowd, but finished strongly. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Rain postpones Yanks' Opening Day Apr 1, 2008
The cadet glee club and color guard from the United States Military Academy at West Point unloaded a sport-utility vehicle on East 161st Street, preparing to unfurl a giant American flag across the outfield and cue up the national anthem for a flyover from two U.S. Navy F-18 Hornets. The planes never came, but the rains did. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Stage set for Yankee Stadium opener Mar 29, 2008
" Originally constructed prior to the 1923 season, Yankee Stadium was remodeled in 1974 and 1975. The club will move into a new state-of-the-art Yankee Stadium across the street from the current stadium in 2009. Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson is scheduled to throw out the ceremonial first pitch of a season that marks the 30th anniversary of the Yankees' 1978 World Series championship campaign. In addition to the presentation of colors by the West Point Cadet Color Guard, a giant American flag will... (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Maurer to play basketball for D-I Army Mar 28, 2008
On Tuesday, the six-foot center signed a letter of intent to join the United States Military Academy at West Point and play basketball for NCAA Division I Army. I have always wanted to go to the Army, she said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
McCormick Tribune Foundation and Investment Firms Launch National Campaign to Assist Wounded Soldiers and Veterans Mar 27, 2008
"We respect the initiative and caring shown by our partners in the financial community, and we intend to see that all donated funds are well-used and well-managed." "We selected the McCormick Tribune Foundation as the trusted philanthropic vehicle for this effort because of its proven grantmaking and fundraising experience at a national level," said Rob Healy, a United States Military Academy graduate and managing partner of Chicago Growth Partners. "We know our contribution will be enhanced by... (PR Newswire)
Dr. Augustus Way Fountain III Appointed Senior Research Scientist at Edgewood Chemical Biological Center Mar 20, 2008
In 2003, he served as the United States Military Academy Fellow to the U.S. Army War College. Dr. Fountain's Army service began in 1985 serving in various capacities related to chemical defense, including active participation in Operations Just Cause with the U.S. Army Rangers in Panama and Desert Shield and Desert Storm in Iraq with the 82nd Airborne Division. (PR Newswire)
Man wins Mule Award Mar 20, 2008
e. Receiving the award, the society s highest, is Petersburg resident James H. Ryan, right, a retired lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army, and a member of the West Point Class of 1955. The Progress-Index 2008. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Spellmon assumes command of Enhancement Brigade Mar 18, 2008
Spellmon, a native of New Jersey, earned his commission as a 2nd Lt. in the Engineer Corps at the United States Military Academy in 1986 and is approaching his twenty-second anniversary with the Army in May. From 2006-08, Spellmon attended the U.S. Army War College and served as the director of Infrastructure, Essential Services, and Economics Branch at the U.S. Army Peacekeeping and Stability Operations Institute. (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
