United States Corps of Cadets

Weekly Wrap-up1st REG

29 JAN - 04 FEB 2012

Highlights

Written and Submitted by Kaitlyn Anderson

2nd REG

H1 CDT Steven Sattler wins the brigade open wrestling tournament for his weight class.

I1 During formation, a cadet gets “pied” in the face by fellow companymates. Events such as these help build up morale within the company.

Written and Submitted by CDT Daniel Koszalka

HighlightsB2 Cadets visited the VA Hospital in NYC and met with veterans from WWII, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. CDT Derek Turner, the company’s community service officer organized the event.

Written and Submitted by CDT Ming ki Kwan

C2 CDT Brendan Lorton competes for a spot at the Combat Diving School this summer. He was chosen as the company’s “Ace of the Week” because he placed in the top 5 during tryouts.

E2 CDT Mike Rothenberger talks to CDT Evan Hansen as part of the Firstie-Plebe mentorship program in the company.

Upcoming EventsE2 LTC Huerter will host a leadership meeting for Cows and Firsties on 07 FEB.

United States Corps of Cadets

Weekly Wrap-up3rd REG

29 JAN - 04 FEB 2012

Highlights

Written and Submitted by Kaitlyn Anderson

4th REG

C3 Cadets participated in the annual Help Our Military Heroes Spinathon. This organization raises money to purchase modified vehicles to help wounded veterans. This year, the organization raised $190,000.

F3 The company celebrates every cadet whose birthday was in January at the end of the month.

E3 CDT Zachary Thompson is recognized for performing first aid on his history instructor when the instructor collapsed during class. CDT Thompson successfully treated the instructor for shock and bleeding.

Written and Submitted by CDT Sean Eyre

HighlightsB4 CPT O’Neal, the company’s Tactical Officer, conducted an Officer Professional Development (OPD) session with the Firsties concerning how to fill out important forms such as leave and earning statements. C4 CDT Jeff Powers created videos for Youtube that helps promote the spirit of the company. The names of the videos are “Go Cowboys.”

Written and Submitted by CDT Elizabeth Constantino

B4 CDT Mike Kilby organized a company ruck march in order to challenge and train the company on 31 JAN.

I4 MG Hodges receives an “I-beam Alumni Shirt” from the cadets in the company. MG Hodges graduated from USMA in 1980.

United States Corps of Cadets

United States Corps of Cadets

Weekly Wrap-upBrigade

29 JAN - 04 FEB 2012

Highlights

CDT Grant Ward gets his 100th Night suit checked off by MAJ Soyka. Becacause the Firsties are allowed to wear civilian attire to the formal, company Tactical officers had to check to make sure the attire was, “appropriate.”

CDTs Gavin Chapman and Kevin Ross work with a Chicago middle school student on the fundamentals of boxing.

Post NightYearling Winter Weekend

Upcoming EventsPresident’s Day Weekend100th NightFlipper Dinner

On 02 FEB, the Firsties picked thier first assignment posts. CDT Brett Boyer received her first choice of Ft. Bragg, NC.

During the Army vs RMC hockey game, Army scores a goal. Everyone, including the Zamboni driver celebrated the win.

Created by CDT Noelle KerrQuestions or Comments?

Contact CDT Kyle JohnsonKyle.Johnson@usma.edu

United States Corps of Cadets

Weekly Wrap-upYearling Winter Weekend

29 JAN - 04 FEB 2012

Written By CDT Daniel Koszalka, Photos by CDT Sam Wharton

This past weekend the yearling class, class of 2014, celebrated Yearling Winter Weekend. Yearling Winter Weekend is a special event for the yearling class in which their class along with dates are offered a weekend full of events, including a hop at Ike hall and a class dinner. The formal dinner set in the cadet mess hall the evening of February 4th is the culminating event. This year Ambassador Dell L. Dailey was the guest speaker and gave an address to the cadets. Dell Dailey is a West Point graduate from 1971, and served on active duty for 36 years retiring as a Lieutenant General. During his career he became a master army aviator and over 2400 hours of flight time, 400 of which was conducting wearing at night with night-vision goggles. According to many of the yearlings that went, Ambassador Dailey was able to connect with them through his speech. The focal point of his speech was his experience as a cadet. Keeping the crowd alert with lively commentary and humor, he also shared with them some advice for the future. He explained his cynical outlook when he was a cadet and how he was able to transform himself into having a successful career. He then challenged the yearlings to have a more positive outlook. He explained that he could have been more successful had be kept a more optimistic and positive outlook from the beginning and challenged the yearlings to do so. Although many may not see the benefit now, he explained how the lessons we learn here will matter when we become officers in the United States Army. As one group of yearlings concluded, “He was able to be completely honest and was truly able to relate to our class; a great speaker.” Following the dinner was the hop down and Ike Hall. Cadets and dates alike packed the ballroom as like music from the Benny Haves band played. The first official dance was “Fly me to the moon” by Frank Sinatra which was enjoyed by many. As the night drew on LTC Thompson-Shoats went up to the front and led the whole class in the ‘cupid shuffle.’ All in all it was a great success.

United States Corps of Cadets

United States Corps of Cadets

Weekly Wrap-upSt. Barbara’s and Maneuver Ball

29 JAN - 04 FEB 2012

Written By CDT Noelle Kerr, Photos by CDT Matt Bunker

Last week, the combat arms branches hosted their formal balls. The Fires Braches of Field Artillery and Air Defense Artillery hosted what is known as the St. Barbara’s Ball on Friday at the Officer Club. St. Barbara is the patron saint of artillerymen. The Maneuver Ball, which is celebrated by the Armor and Infantry Branches, hosted their event in Eisenhower Hall. These events inspire camaraderie amongst the cadets and expose them to officers and NCO’s of their respective branches. Since post night has passed, cadets are certain of their future and this offers them the opportunity to form an identity with their branch. The night usually consists of a dinner and drinking from grog to symbolize that camaraderie.