We Were Soldiers Once and We Were Young
It seems like yesterday when 1,400+ reported to the Man in the Red Sash on July 8th, 1974 and just 4 years later less than 70% listened attentively to then Army Chief of Staff and Commencement Speaker, General Bernard Rogers. The bond we formed over our 4 years continues to strengthen to this day and it is our hope this website will play but a small role at keeping us close, current and active members of the Proud and Great West Point community.
In coordination with the West Point Association of Graduates, we’ve created this website to serve as a place for classmates to connect with other classmates, find the latest class news, and help contribute to our class’s legacy. West Point has had a remarkable impact on each of us. We are who we are largely due to our experiences at West Point and the Army and we must continue to positively shape our world.
Our 50th Reunion will be here before too long and planning is under way. Dale Hamby, has [again] stepped up to be the Reunion Chair and is in the process of assembling the dream team. It seems each reunion is better than the last and I suspect the 50th will not disappoint.
Whether you’ve been able to attend every reunion the class has hosted, or are looking to attend your first, the 50th Class Reunion is a command performance and we hope the vast majority of you will attend. The 50th will coincide with the graduation of our Affiliate Class of 2028, and as such, will take place in late May of 2028. It's never too early to mark your calendars.
Class Profile
Nominated and examined..........................................6,117
Qualified (academically, medically and physically....2,416
Admitted......................................................................1,435
RANK IN HIGH SCHOOL CLASS
First Fifth..............71%
Second Fifth.........20%
Third Fifth.............6.9%
Fourth Fifth...........1.5%
Bottom Fifth..........4%
ACADEMIC HONORS
Class valedictorians..............................81
Class Salutatorians...............................56
National Merit Scholarship...................301
National Honor Society.........................770
ACTIVITIES
Boys State Delegate..............................302
Student Body President.........................266
Officer of a School Club.........................648
School Publication Staff........................529
Debating..................................................135
Dramatics................................................153
Scouting...................................................724
Eagle Scout..............................................184
Varsity Athletics Letterman.....................1,137
Varsity Athletics Team Captain...............499
Class Documents
Classmates in the News
- Jun 23rd, 2017 - Jim Hoffman Re-Nominated for a second three-year term as a Director of the West Point Association of Graduates
- May 16th, 2019 - Herman Bulls nominated for a three-year term as a Director of the West Point Association of Graduates
CSCMO
- Mar 29th, 2018 - Center for the Study of Civil-Military Operations (CSCMO) Endowment
- Apr 18th, 2018 - Status Report: Class of ’78 Student Workshop For Civil-Military Operations
- Jan 25th, 2019 - Meeting Minutes – Class Advisory Board for the Center for the Study of Civil-Military Operations
- Apr 1st, 2019 - Class of 1978 Student Workshop for Civil-Military Operations
- Oct 14th, 2019 - SAVE THE DATE: Civilian Military Operations Center - 2020 Student Workshop
- Mar 29th, 2023 - 19/20 March 2023 - Follow-On CSCMO Forum: Lecture with LTG (R) Hunzeker
Class Directory
The West Point Association of Graduates maintains an official roster of former classmates, as well as their contact information. Access to this class directory requires West Point AOG credentials.
Fun Stuff from Yesteryears!
The following is a listing of resources that may be helpful. We will plan to add to this page as new information is made available.
- Plebe Parent Weekend Booklet
- The Mortar - Camp Buckner: The Best Summer of Our Lives ;-)
- 1978 Plebe Roster
- Branch Selection: 1951 - 1980
- Graduation Rates: 1947 - 2008
Links
The following is a listing of resources that may be helpful. We will plan to add to this page as new information is made available.