About

Welcome to the online home of the West Point Class of 1978.

Classmates Riding Bikes

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

First and last Class to...

  • First class to graduate over 1000 people.  
  • First class to graduate on Astroturf at Michie Stadium.  
  • Last class to buy two full dress coats.  
  • Last class to be awarded the National Defense Service Ribbon.  
  • Last class to fi re M-14s during fi eld training.  
  • Last class to water ski at Camp Buckner (subsequently banned due to pollution issues).  First class to use Eisenhower Hall (as Fourth Classmen).  
  • First class permitted non-combat arms branch selections.  
  • First class allowed to own automobiles during the summer before their First Class year.
  • Last class to be issued slide rules.

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Class Documents

Classmates in the News
CSCMO

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.

Access Directory

Fun Stuff from Yesteryears!

The following is a listing of documents that will undoubtedly bring back memories. We will plan to add to this page as new information is made available.

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.

Give Back to West Point

Gifts to the Class of 1978 Gift Fund will accrue and be allocated toward the next class gift in support of an approved Margin of Excellence project.

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