The weekly report on activities at West Point. A very busy week for the Corps of Cadets.

1. United States Corps of Cadets
Weekly Wrap-up
29 JAN - 04 FEB 2012
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H1 CDT Steven Sattler wins the brigade open wrestling C2 CDT Brendan Lorton competes for a spot at the Combat
tournament for his weight class. Diving School this summer. He was chosen as the company’s “Ace
of the Week” because he placed in the top 5 during tryouts.
I1 During formation, a cadet gets “pied” in the face by fellow E2 CDT Mike Rothenberger talks to CDT Evan Hansen as part
companymates. Events such as these help build up morale within
of the Firstie-Plebe mentorship program in the company.
the company.
Highlights Highlights
B2 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.
Upcoming Events
E2 LTC Huerter will host a leadership meeting for Cows and
Firsties on 07 FEB.
Written and Submitted by CDT Daniel Koszalka Written and Submitted by Kaitlyn Anderson
Written and Submitted by CDT Ming ki Kwan

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29 JAN - 04 FEB 2012
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C3 Cadets participated in the annual Help Our Military Heroes B4 CDT Mike Kilby organized a company ruck march in order
Spinathon. This organization raises money to purchase modified to challenge and train the company on 31 JAN.
vehicles to help wounded veterans. This year, the organization
raised $190,000.
F3 The company celebrates every cadet whose birthday was in I4 MG Hodges receives an “I-beam Alumni Shirt” from the
January at the end of the month. cadets in the company. MG Hodges graduated from USMA in
1980.
Highlights Highlights
E3 CDT Zachary Thompson is recognized for performing first B4 CPT O’Neal, the company’s Tactical Officer, conducted an
aid on his history instructor when the instructor collapsed during Officer Professional Development (OPD) session with the Firsties
class. CDT Thompson successfully treated the instructor for concerning how to fill out important forms such as leave and
shock and bleeding. 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 Sean Eyre Written and Submitted by CDT by KaitlynConstantino
Written and Submitted Elizabeth Anderson

3. United States Corps of Cadets
Weekly Wrap-up
29 JAN - 04 FEB 2012
Brigade
CDT Grant Ward gets his 100th Night suit checked off by MAJ On 02 FEB, the Firsties picked thier first assignment posts. CDT
Soyka. Becacause the Firsties are allowed to wear civilian attire to Brett Boyer received her first choice of Ft. Bragg, NC.
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 During the Army vs RMC hockey game, Army scores a goal.
middle school student on the fundamentals of boxing. Everyone, including the Zamboni driver celebrated the win.
Post Night
Highlights
Yearling Winter Weekend
Upcoming Events
President’s Day Weekend
100th Night
Flipper Dinner
Created by CDT Noelle Kerr
Questions or Comments?
Contact CDT Kyle Johnson
Kyle.Johnson@usma.edu

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Weekly Wrap-up
29 JAN - 04 FEB 2012
Yearling Winter Weekend
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.
Written By CDT Daniel Koszalka, Photos by CDT Sam Wharton

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Weekly Wrap-up
29 JAN - 04 FEB 2012
St. Barbara’s and Maneuver Ball
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.
Written By CDT Noelle Kerr, Photos by CDT Matt Bunker