50-Year Affiliation Program

Develop and strengthen the ties between the Class of 1978 and the Class of 2028, as both teams work together to strengthen the Long Gray Line as it serves our nation.

About the Program

The West Point Association of Graduates’ 50-Year Affiliation Program (50-YAP) began when the Class of 1949 supported the Class of 1999. Over the years, the 50-YAP has created extremely successful links between West Point Classes, and – starting this summer – the Class of 1978 will “Grip Hands” with the Class of 2028, as they tackle the rigors of West Point.

Main Events

Mar 15, 2025

About the Program

Main Events

2028 Class Crest Unveiling & Ceremony

Yearling Flag Ceremony

Cow Affirmation Ceremony

Ring Weekend

Branch Notification Event

Graduation - 2LT Bar Presentation

Related Info & Resources

50-YAP: Activities/Events Committee Status Update

50-YAP: R-Day -- Billy Harner Update #2

Reception Day Welcome Letter & Poster

50-YAP: R-Day -- Billy Harner Update #3

R-Day Photo Album

1978 Proud and Great Prayer Warriors

R-Day: After Action Report

Past Events

USMAPS R-Day

USMAPS Graduation - Parade, Ball, and Ceremony

Reception Day, aka R-Day

Grad March Back

Acceptance Day

News & Updates

WP ’78 Cadet Character Education Program

50-YAP Status Update Letter from Jim Hoffman & Reese Delorey

50-YAP: Activities/Events Committee Status Update

Jim Hoffman Letter & Reese Delorey Information Paper

Letter from Jim Hoffman, Program Chair

Letter from Les Szabolcsi

Resources