Last fall, the Middle States Association Accreditation Team concluded that, USMA is a healthy, vibrant institution that is achieving excellence in accomplishing its mission. Even though our programs are in solid shape, much of the infrastructure that houses these programs continues to need work. On the moral-ethical front, a White Paper recently has been produced by our Center for the Professional Military Ethic outlining key changes to the Cadet Honor Code and System over the past 25 years. We have made it available to all of our alumni. We encourage all to take the time to read this document.
Competitive sports are yet another building block of cadet character.
Many of us at West Point have been concerned for some time about the overall success of our intercollegiate teams. But, after national searches, we are thrilled to welcome a new Athletic Director and a new Head Football Coach to West Point. Both Athletic Director Rick Greenspan and Football Coach Todd Berry reflect the core values of the institution, and they will continue to keep athletics in their proper perspective as part of the larger mission for the Military Academy. Needless to say, both also will focus their near-term efforts on restoring Army s fortunes on the fields of friendly strife. USMA graduates in the field continue to excel.