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Class of 2016 Cadet Quintesa Gould (above) instructs the Class of 2018 cadets recently on the proper way to salute during drill and ceremonies instruction during Cadet Basic Training. (Right) Class of 2018 cadets learn how to operate a Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System, or SINCGARS, and perform communications using the device. The radios, which handle voice and data communications, are designed to be reliable, secure and easily maintained. The radios are available for vehicle-mount, backpack, airborne and handheld form. During the seven-week training period, upperclassmen train the new cadets on several military tasks as they make the transition from civilians to cadets. Photos by staFF sgt. Vito bryant/usma Pao

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West Point is the newest “StormReady” communitySubmitted by Dr. Christopher HennenDPTMS’ Emergency Plans Specialist

Representatives from the National Weather Service’s Upton, Long Island, office traveled to U.S. Army Garrison–West Point July 9 to present garrison officials with a certificate and a plaque designating West Point a “StormReady” community. Wilfred Plumley, the deputy garrison commander, and Dr. Christopher Hennen, DPTMS emergency plans specialist, accepted the award from Gary Conte, National Weather Service’s warning coordination meteorologist.

West Point is only the third college and second military installation in New York, and the first of the country’s military academies to achieve the “StormReady” designation.

The “StormReady” program is a nationwide preparedness program started in 1999 by the National Weather Service (NWS) to help arm America’s universities and communities with the communication and safety skills needed to save lives and property before and during a severe weather event.

The program encourages communities to

take a new, proactive approach to improving local hazardous weather operations by providing emergency managers with clear-cut guidelines on how to improve and enhance their hazardous weather operations.

No university or community is storm proof, but being part of the “StormReady” program has proven to save lives.

In order to qualify as “StormReady,” West Point had to meet rigorous criteria established by the NWS and then undergo a comprehensive inspection of their systems by meteorologists from the NWS in order to prove compliance.

“The safety and security of cadets, faculty, staff, community members and visitors is always our goal here at West Point,” Plumley said. “Being a ‘StormReady’ community is an important tool in our readiness arsenal.”

If you have any questions or comments regarding West Point’s severe weather plans or our participation in the “StormReady” program, email Hennen at Christopher.hennen@usma.edu. For general information regarding the National Weather Service’s “StormReady” program, visit http://www.stormready.noaa.gov/.

Gary Conte, the National Weather Service’s warning coordination meteorologist, presents Dr. Christopher Hennen of DPTMS and Wilfred Plumley, deputy garrison commander, with the “Storm Ready” community certificate July 9. Courtesy Photo

Northern Regional Medical C o m m a n d C o m m a n d i n g General, Brig. Gen. Robert Tenhet ( f ront ) , p resents the guidon to Keller Army Community Hospital’s incoming commander, Col. Brian S. Burligame (left), at Trophy Point July 11. Kathy eastwood/PV

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West Point Garrison changes leadership

Regional Director of Installation Management Command, Central Region, Thomas Schoenbeck (wearing suit), presents Col. Landy D. Dunham (left) the Garrison Guidon signifying his new position as Garrison Commander July 10 at Eisenhower Hall.

Story and photo by Kathy EastwoodStaff Writer

The changing of the guardians in West Point’s Garrison Command took place at Eisenhower Hall July 10 when Garrison Commander Col. Dane Rideout handed over command to incoming commander, Col. Landy Dunham, and Command Sgt. Maj. Kevin Fauntleroy handed the CSM duties to incoming command sergeant major, Command Sgt. Maj. Joel Crawford.

“For Dane, it is a reflection of accomplishment, but a relief,” Thomas Schoenbeck, Regional Director of Installation Management Command, Central Region, said. “As the commander, Dane had to think outside the box. During his tenure, he dealt with a dwindling budget and led the workforce through two furloughs, sequestration and two government shutdowns.

“For Command Sgt. Maj. Fauntleroy, you are a model CSM,” Schoenbeck added. “You made sure that what Dane wanted, it was done. There are two people who can look Dane in the eye and tell him he is wrong and you are one of them. Fauntleroy can motivate anyone to get the job done.”

Rideout described his position as garrison commander as being the best thing he has ever done in over 25 years of serving the military.

“This is the first job since being a brand new lieutenant that walking in the door, you are the least knowledgeable person in the organization,” Rideout said. “The Army has no school for garrison commanders or command sergeants majors. It is so complex and diverse, Installation Management Command,

the owner of all 74 posts, camps and stations, does not let its command teams come to the Garrison Pre-command Course until you have been in the seat for several months––simply because you won’t have a clue what they are telling you or what questions to even ask.”

Rideout went on to describe the amazing workforce that accomplished the impossible and said they were “Flat out the most stalwart collection of professionals we have ever served alongside.”

Rideout describe how the Directorate of Emergency Services answered 2,100 calls for fire or medical support, 110 calls for mutual aid, executed the first helicopter hoist mission with the academy’s 2nd Aviation and provided firefighter support to Long Island after Super Storm Sandy devastated the Northeast; Military Police have conducted more than 300 full honors burials, hundreds of color guard missions around the Northeast and produced the IMCOM Solider of the Year.

Incoming Garrison Commander, Col. Landy Dunham, is a 1993 graduate of West Point and commissioned into the Aviation Branch.

Following his commissioning, he attended and graduated from the Aviation Officer’s Basic Course and the Initial Entry Rotary Wing Course and was assigned to Fort Campbell, Kentucky, where he served in several key leadership positions to include Aviation Assault Platoon Leader, Assistant Operations Officer and Battalion Intelligence Officer for 4th Battalion, 101st Aviation Regiment, 101st Airborne Division. Dunham has served in South Korea where he served as the Platoon Leader

and company Executive Officer of Charlie Company, 52nd Aviation Regiment.

While in command of the multifunctional Aviation Task Force, Task Force Talan, Dunham deployed the battalion Task Force to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Upon his return to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Dunham relinquished command. After a short tour of duty serving at HQ FORSCOM, Dunham departed to attend the Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy at the National Defense University in Washington, D.C.

Incoming Command Sgt. Maj. Joel Crawford is a native of Clinton, South Carolina and joined the South Carolina National Guard while still in high school. He attended Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, graduating as a Light Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic in 1987. He enlisted in the Army in March 1990.

Crawford has served from a Light Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic to first sergeant. He also served as a squad leader, senior mechanic, motor sergeant and platoon sergeant. His deployments include Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Saudi Arabia; Operation Uphold/Maintain Democracy, Haiti; and Operation Iraqi Freedom II/III, Operation Enduring Freedom XIV, XVI and XVIII.

Although the team of Rideout and Fauntleroy may be hard to follow, in his concluding remarks, Schoenbeck stated that whatever happens in the future, the new team with Dunham and Crawford at the helm will make good things happen.

“The garrison is in good hands,” Schoenbeck said.

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FEATURED EVENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTSWPWC’s Cookbook and Shoppe hours (updated)

The West Point Women’s Club’s newest cookbook “Eat, Drink and Beat Navy” is available now in the West Point Women’s Club Gift Shoppe.

The Gift Shoppe is doing a special opening in July for the USMAPS R-Day at Eisenhower Hall.

The Gift Shoppe will be set up from 6:30-10 a.m. Monday.

Fitness Center Childcare Co-opThe MWR Fitness Center Childcare Co-op is recruiting new

members for the fall session from Aug. 25-Oct. 23. The co-op is for military spouses with children 6 weeks to 5

years old who want to work out at the gym with free childcare on site. The co-op operates on the West Point Elementary School schedule from 8:45-11:15 a.m. Monday-Friday.

Applicants are required to complete paperwork, a background check and provided training. Packet pick-up and a Q&A in the co-op room is at 6 p.m. Wednesday.

Anyone interested should email theresa.galan@gmail.com.

Motorcycle trainingThe Garrison Safety Office is offering a Motorcycle Safety

Course at A Lot through September.There are various classes for both experienced and novice

riders, and classes for staff and faculty and cadets.The upcoming training schedule is: • July 30-31, Staff and Faculty (Novice riders);• Aug. 1, Staff and Faculty (Experienced riders);• Sept. 19-21, Cadets (Novice riders).For details, call Aubrey Posey, Garrison safety specialist,

at 938-6131.

Protestant Women of the Chapel Summer Schedule Get out of the house and join the Protestant Women of the

Chapel at parks around West Point for a time of fellowship and playtime for your kids, or come for the fellowship even without kids.

Meet us at the park 10-11:30 a.m. on these dates:• July 30, Stony I Hilltop;• Aug. 13, Grey Ghost on Alexander Place. For our Summer Bible Studies and more details, like us on

Facebook West Point PWOC or email wp.pwoc@gmail.com.

Representation of National Guard in the 9/11 Memorial Museum

Active and retired (including reserve) U.S. military members can access the 9/11 Memorial Museum for free. To reserve a free ticket, contact the museum from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday at 212-266-5211 or email reservations@911memorial.org.

Have your military ID card on hand when making a reservation. Advance reservations are recommended, but there are a limited number of tickets available each day at the Museum entrance windows for walkups.

U.S. veterans can purchase tickets at a discounted rate. Once

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again, advance reservations are recommended by contacting 212-266-5211 or reservations@911memorial.org.

WPWC’s Super Sign Up eventThe West Point Women’s Club will be holding its annual

Super Sign Up event from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Aug. 28 at the West Point Club.

This is a great way for those new and old to the U.S. Military Academy to get familiarized with community organizations and vendors, as well as a great way to shop and have fun. Bring your friends and neighbors.

There will be hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, shopping and plenty of door prizes. Tables are now available for vendors, home-based businesses and non-profit organizations.

For details, visit www.westpointwomensclub.com, WPWC’s Facebook page at West Point Women’s Club or email westpointwomensclub@gmail.com.

Watchcare workers Bids are being accepted for FY15 to provide childcare

services in support of Chapel Worship Services and Religious Education Programs.

Tasks include the set-up and recovery of the watchcare space, the sanitization of all toys and other items following each activity and to provide authorized snacks, food and drinks to the children.

Must be over 18 and pass a federal background check. For details, call Sgt. 1st Class David Kress at 938-8813 or email david.kress@usma.edu.

Army Athletics Sports CampsArmy Athletics offers a variety of day and overnight Summer

Sports Camps. Campers participate in a full day of learning, fine tuning fundamental skills, chalk talks, videos, organized games and have around-the-clock supervision.

For details, visit goarmysports.com/camps. To contact a specific sport camp, visit http://register.armysportscamps.com/help.

Counseling availableThe West Point Family Life Chaplain mission is to enrich

relationships by providing preventive and therapeutic pastoral counseling that is 100 percent confidential.

Chaplain John Manuel is an associate professional counselor and a licensed marriage and family therapist associate.

He offers counseling for individuals, couples and families on issues of grief, anger, stress, pre-marital preparation, communication, parenting, post-traumatic stress and spiritual growth. For an appointment, call 938-3875/2003 or email john.manuel@usma.edu.

ACAP Transition Assistance Workshop Army Career and Alumni Program Transition Assistance

Workshop is a five-day event designed to assist separating or retiring service members and their family members in preparing for a smooth transition to civilian life.

The next ACAP TA Workshop is Monday-July 25 that is retirement focused.

The workshop provide information on entitlements and services available, including the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans’ Benefits Briefing.

Registration is required. For details or to register, contact the ACAP Office at 845-938-0634.

ACAP/ACS Mini Job FairsThe next ACAP/ACS Mini Job Fair is 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

July 25 in ACS, Bldg. 622, Swift Road. The fair will include between six and eight employers and is

open to active duty servicemembers, veterans, DOD civilians, retired servicemembers and their family members.

For details, contact the West Point ACAP Office at 938-0634 or the West Point ACS Employment Readiness Program Manager

EDUCATION and WORKSHOPS

Second annual West Point Women’s All-Star Softball Game

MWR is trying to organize a Women’s All-Star Softball Game prior to the West Point Softball Championship Series.

Any women who have participated or who want to participate may do so.

The game will take place either Aug. 6 or Aug. 7 depending on any further rain outs to the softball season.

MWR will need to have at least 20 women interested in playing to make the game happen.

Anyone who is interested send names or for any details, email Jim McGuinness at jim.mcguinness@usma.edu.

Dazzling Dragonflies at Nature MuseumArea residents and summer visitors are invited to the Hudson

Highlands Nature Museum for one of the Museum’s most popular summertime programs—Dazzling Dragonflies, on Saturday at one of two special program times: 9:30 a.m. or 11 a.m.

This program will take place on Muser Drive, across from 174 Angola Road, Cornwall. There is a minimal fee.

For details, visit hhnaturemuseum.org or call 845-534-5506, ext. 204.

Garden Day on Constitution IslandThe Constitution Island Association (constitutionisland.org)

invites everyone to Garden Day on Constitution Island from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. July 26.

Access to the island on the Hudson River across from West Point is by boat only. Check the website for the boat departure schedule from West Point South Dock or Garrison Landing.

There will be boat rides, visits to Anna Warner’s historic garden, a flower arranging project for children presented by the Philipstown Garden Club, garden lectures from Hudson River Valley garden experts, Revolutionary War fortifications tours, information regarding the preservation of the historic Warner House, hiking on the trails and book and bake sales.

Hot dogs and drinks can be purchased on the island or pack your own picnic lunch to eat on the Revolutionary parade field.

There is no charge for active duty military and families, cadets or DOD personnel and families.

Military families get free admission to BoscobelActive duty military and their families can enjoy free

admission at Boscobel House and Gardens in Garrison, plus more than 2,000 other museums nationwide, through Labor Day through the Blue Star Museums program.

For a complete list of participating museums, visit www.arts.gov/bluestarmuseums.

For details, visit Boscobel.org or call 845-265-3638.

West Point-Town of Highlands Farmers MarketThe West Point-Town of Highlands Farmers Market is now

open every Sunday through October, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.The market is located just outside the gates of the U.S.

Military Academy, across from the West Point Visitors Center in Highland Falls.

at 938-5658.

Army Education Center College courses are offered through the Army Education

Center here at West Point. Schools offering undergraduate classes are: • Mount Saint Mary College—Shari Seidule at 845-446-0535

or Sharon.Seidule@msmc.edu;• Saint Thomas Aquinas—Erica Rodriguez at 845-446-2555

or ERodrigu@stac.edu;Schools offering graduate studies are:• John Jay College of Criminal Justice—Master’s Degree

in Public Administration—Jennifer Heiney at 845-446-5959 or jjcwestpoint@yahoo.com;

• Long Island University—Master’s Degrees in School Counseling, Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Counseling—Mary Beth Leggett at 845-446-3818 or marybeth.leggett@liu.edu;

The Army Education Center is located at 683 Buckner Loop (between the Fitness Center and Subway).

Free Computer CoursesThe Information Education Technology Division Computer

Training Program is offering free computer courses. For details or to register for a course, call Thomas A. Gorman,

Information Technology instructor, at 938-1186 or email Thomas.Gorman@usma.edu.

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Summer events with the Outdoor Recreation Equipment Center

• ODR free open play Paintball—9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday;• Bog Meadow Hike—2-4 p.m. Aug. 2.There is a minimal fee for these events. For details, call 938-0123.

Nine, Wine and DineJoin the West Point Golf Course for 30 minutes of instruction,

followed by 3-9 holes of golf July 25. Finish the evening at the “19th hole” for a glass of wine and a light dinner.

There is a fee associated with this event—price includes rentals and range balls, if needed. Lesson begins at 4:45 p.m., with a shotgun start at 5:30 p.m. Check-in begins at 4 p.m.

For details or to register, call the Pro Shop at 938-2435.

Membership Appreciation Night and Membership DriveThe West Point Club Membership Night will be held from

6-8 p.m. Aug. 7 at the Club’s Pierce Dining Room. Come join WPC and reap the benefits of being a Club

member. Not a member? No problem. Become a member and your dinner is on the Club.

Gifts for all the Club’s members and a roulette wheel for chances to win great prizes. For details, call 938-5120.

Wine and Cheese TastingJoin the West Point Club from 6-9 p.m. Aug. 15 for its annual

wine and cheese tasting evening.There is a minimal fee for this event. For details, call 938-

5120.

Staff and Faculty Noontime Ultimate Frisbee LeagueThe FMWR Sports Offi ce will conduct the 2014 Staff and

Faculty Noontime Ultimate Frisbee League. You may enter a team by calling Jim McGuinness at 938-3066 or email at jim.Mcguinness@usma.edu.

Deadline for entries and no play dates will be Aug. 6. League play will start around Aug. 18. For details, call 938-3066.

OktoberfestThe annual West Point Oktoberfest will be held from 4-9

p.m. Sept. 19 and noon-7 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Victor Constant Ski Area, off of Route 218. For details, call 938-4690.

ACS Ready and Resilient Family Resiliency TrainingThe Army Community Service Ready and Resilient offers

Family Resiliency Training. The training events and dates are:• Activating events and consequences (ACT)—Today, 3-4:30

p.m.;• Energy Management—Aug. 21, 3-4:30 p.m.;• Avoid Thinking Traps—Sept. 18, 3-4:30 p.m.Classes will be held at ACS, Bldg. 622 Swift Road. Resiliency classes are open to the entire West Point

Community. Resiliency training can be tailored to meet the needs of your group or organization.

For details and to RSVP, call 938-2519.

Cold Spring ExcursionJoin the West Point Club for two ferry boat cruises and

excursions to Cold Spring Friday. Board at South Dock at 4:45 p.m. and arrive in Cold Spring at 5:45 p.m. Dine and tour Cold Spring at your own expense. Board from Cold Spring at 8 p.m. with an arrival at West Point at 9 p.m.

The excursion includes one free beverage. For details and reservations, call 938-5120.

Ladies “Beat the Heat” Summer ClinicBeat the heat and come out for the West Point Golf Course’s

evening ladies clinic, covering the entire game from tee to green. This clinic will take place from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday

Teen summer boat tripAll teens entering ninth grade at O’Neill in 2014, join CYS

Services for a summer boat ride and meet your classmates.Board the Superintendent’s Boat at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 27 at South

Dock and cruise the Hudson River from 2-4 p.m. Admission is one two-liter bottle of soda, a bag of chips

or package of cookies to share and signed permission slip. Remember to bring your signed permission slip to board the boat.

For details, call 938-2092/0829.

July Trips with Leisure Travel Services (updated)• Theater van to Broadway—Today, leave West Point at 5

p.m., leave NYC at 11 p.m.;• Welcome to Lower Manhattan—Friday, leave West Point

at 8:30 a.m., leave NYC at 5 p.m.;• Classic Hornblower Cruise Brunch on the water in New

York Harbor—Sunday, leave West Point at 8 a.m., leave NYC at 5 p.m.;

There is a minimal fee for these trips. For details, call LTS at 938-3601.

Golf Family Fun DayCome out to the West Point Golf Course with the family

from 2-6 p.m. Saturday. Enjoy crafts, a clown, balloon animals, a mini putt-putt course

CYSS Youth SportsYouth sports registration for fall soccer is ongoing for military

families and starts Aug. 7 for civilian families. For details, contact the youth sports offi ce at 938-3350/8896.

and July 29. Beginners are welcome. There is a minimal fee for this clinic. Call the Pro Shop at 938-2435 for details or to register.

New Parent Support GroupThe Family Advocacy Program invites you to attend the

New Parent Support Group, a supportive program for new and expecting parents.

A lactation consultant from Keller Army Community Hospital and child development specialists are available to answer your questions about breastfeeding, sleep issues, crying and calming, baby proofi ng, safety and much more.

Join the group from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12 and 26, Sept. 9 and 23, Oct. 14 and 28, Nov. 18 and Dec. 9. For details, call 845-938-3369 or 845-938-0629.

Night on the Hudson CruiseJoin the West Point Club from 6-9 p.m. July 25 for a cruise

and buffet on the USMA Ferry Boat. Enjoy a boat ride on the Hudson River with good food, hot and cold buffet and music.

There will be a cash bar available, too. Boarding is promptly at 4:45 p.m. Parking is adjacent to the Harbor Craft building at South Dock.

For details and to make reservations, call 938-5120.

Morgan MudderJoin West Point MWR July 26 at Morgan Farm Stable and

Kennel for its fi rst 4.5-mile course with multiple obstacles with a kids’ course, too.

There will be a food and beer garden available. Individuals and teams are welcome. The fi rst heat runs at 10 a.m. Registration is now open on Active.com. There is a minimal fee for this event.

For details, call 938-4690.

West Point Golf Course Two-Person Team ChampionshipWPGC will host its annual Two-Person Team Championship

on July 26-27. There are fees associated with this event. The cost includes dinner and awards ceremony July 27.

Call the Pro Shop at 938-2435 for details or to register.

BOSS Camping TripJoin Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers on its fi rst

camping trip to Kittatinny Campground Aug. 15. There is a fee for attending this trip—cost includes

transportation, campsite, food and multiple activities. You will be required to bring your own camping gear. For details, call 938-6497.

on the practice green and a lot of family fun for free. For details, call 938-2435.

Family Fun Month at the West Point Golf CourseEvery Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday, children play for

free with a paid adult after 5 p.m. There will be special tees for children (and adults too) to tee up from.

A Kids Saturday Range Special includes receiving two free fountain drinks with the purchase of a large bucket of range balls.

For details, call 938-2435.

West Point Community Fair (updated)Army Community Service will host the annual West Point

Community Fair 4-6:30 p.m. July 24 at Eisenhower Hall. This event is intended to welcome newly-arrived personnel

with open arms and provide plenty of information to help them settle into their new community.

This is also an event that allows the folks that have been here for a while to come out and meet their newest neighbors and have the opportunity to discover something you may not have already known about.

Families are welcome and encouraged to attend the Superintendent’s Welcome Presentation at Eisenhower Hall Auditorium from 1-4 p.m. July 24.

For details, call 938-3487.

ACS Family Readiness Group classesArmy Community Service presents Family Readiness Group

classes in a monthly series intended to span the spectrum of topics. Attendees discuss all aspects of family readiness groups from having an effective FRG, the role of FRGS in today’s army, the role of volunteers in the FRG, or how to keep and raise funds legally and within the army’s regulatory guidance and local procedures.

The sessions will be held at the Army Community Service offi ces in Bldg. 622 from 4-5 p.m. July 30, Aug. 28 and Sept. 25.

For details or to reserve your seat, contact Michelle Bradley at 938-4621 or Michelle.Bradley@usma.edu.

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Friday—Planes: Fire and Rescue, PG, 7:30 p.m.Saturday—Planes: Fire and Rescue, PG, 7:30 p.m.(For movie details, visit www.s h o p m y e x c h a n g e . c o m /ReelTimeTheatres/Movies-WestPoint.htm.)

Theatre schedule at Mahan Hall, Bldg. 752.

MOVIES at MAHAN West Point Command Channel

Army Newswatch Thursday, Friday and Monday through

July 248:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.

For the week of July 17-24Channels 8/23

Keller CornerTraveling with TRICARE Prime

Emergency care while you’re on the road does not need prior authorization. If you think you will lose life, limb or eyesight if you delay care until you return, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.

U r g e n t c a r e r e q u i r e s authorization from Health Net Federal Services before receiving the care. Call 877-874-2273 for prior authorization and assistance fi nding a network provider.

If you are within 40 miles of West Point, you will be directed to make an appointment with your primary care manager.

International SOS can assist active duty servicemembers and their families who need urgent or emergency care while traveling outside the United States and its Territories.

Call 877-451-8659 or 215-942-8393 or go to www.tricare-

overseas.com.

School Physicals The Primary Care Department

is opening dedicated clinics July 24 and Aug. 21 for school physicals.

Don’t wait—call 845-938-7992 to request an appointment.

New York Blood Center’s Kickoff Campaign meeting

There wi l l be a k ickoff campaign meeting at 2 p.m. Aug. 7 in the Army Education Center, Bldg. 683, Training Room #10 in preparation for the upcoming New York Blood Center’s Blood Drive Aug. 25-28.

We request that appointed key personnel from each activity be in attendance at this meeting.

Provide the names of those attending the meeting to Mary Mandia at 938-2583 (BLUD) or via email at mary.mandia.civ@mail.mil by Aug. 6.

You have headaches because you lost your parking spot on post? Sign up for an alternate commuting method by calling Jarod Lehn at 609-556-0961 or email Jarod.Lehn@vRide.com.

As a NAF, DAC, active duty servicemember or federal employee, you are entitled to money from DOT’s Mass Transit Benefi t Program (MTBP) while using train, bus or vanpool to commute to work. Contact your department’s transportation coordinator and enjoy the cure for parking headaches on post (and secure your own VAN-pool parking spot).

ATTENTION: vRide Program available

through DOT’s MTBP • National Ice Cream Day—Enjoy a delicious ice cream sundae from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Monday at 132 Bartlett Loop.

Pile on syrup, sprinkles, candy, fruit mix-ins and the works to create your own sundaes. Email jgellman@bbcgrp.com to register by Friday.

• National Night Out—Come celebrate National Night Out with DES-BBC Aug. 5. See below for more details.

LifeWorks

Submitted by Balfour Beatty Commuities

Neighborhoods throughout West Point are invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the 31st annual National Night Out neighborhood safety event from 5-7:30 p.m. Aug. 5 at Shea Stadium/North Athletic Field.

National Night Out is co-sponsored locally with Balfour Beatty Communities and the Directorate of Emergency Services and will involve more than 16,124 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases around the world. In all, more than 37.8 million people are expected to participate.

National Night Out is designed to highlight neighborhood safety, heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for and participation in local anti-crime efforts, strengthen neighborhood spirit and Fire and Emergency Services-Military Police-community partnerships, and send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fi ghting back.

BBC, DES, the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization, and Security, Army Community Service and other West Point community organizations will highlight neighborhood safety with a fun cookout, displays and giveaways at Shea Stadium/North Athletic Field

From 7:30-10 p.m., residents in neighborhoods throughout West Point and across the nation are asked to lock their doors, turn on outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors.

Some are having ice cream socials, some are having barbeques and others are just having smaller get togethers. It is up to each block that participates to decide how they want to gather together with their neighborhoods. When you register for National Night Out, command staff from DES will stop by your event to recognize your participation.

Register by Aug.1 to DES Operations at 938-2403 or send an email to Edward.Chao@usma.edu.

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Submitted by Balfour Beatty Communities

Balfour Beatty Communities congratulates West Point residents Mirana B. Stoker, Margaret King and James Starke on their academic scholarship award for the 2014-15 school year through the BBC Foundation.

“On behalf of the Foundation, I would like to congratulate this year’s hardworking and dedicated scholarship winners,” Chris Williams, President of Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation, said. “We are proud to support all recipients and hope that with this assistance they are one step closer to fulfilling their dreams and continuing to grow as young leaders and adults who will have a positive effect on their communities.”

Stoker is currently studying collaborative piano at Shenandoah University. King will be studying mathematics at Auburn University. Starke will be studying international studies/international business at Marquette University.

Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation has awarded 27 academic scholarships in total to the children of active-duty military members for the upcoming 2014-15 school year.

As part of the Foundation’s goal to promote the pursuit of education and a commitment to community leadership, BBCF awards academic scholarships to well-qualified military housing residents that are high school seniors and/or undergraduate students attending accredited educational/technical institutions. Qualifying recipients must be family of active-duty military members currently residing in military housing managed by Balfour Beatty Communities.

For details, visit bbcommunitiesfoundation.org.

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West Point Summer Softball League

StandingsSTANDINGS W - L1. ODIA #1 14 - 12. USMA BAND 13 - 3 3. ODIA #2 11 - 54. ENGINEERS 14 - 65. MEDDAC 9 - 66. MATH 9 - 77. MPs 12 - 88. DPW 11 - 89. DMI 9 - 910. CLS 5 - 1511. SOC./HISTORY 5 - 1712. KACH 4 - 1313. ODIA #3 0 - 18Regular season standings as of Tuesday. Regular season schedule runs through July 29. The playoffs will be single elimination.

Enjoy the Michie Stadium experience during the 2014 season as tickets are now available. The first game of the season is Sept. 6 against Buffalo. Photo by sgt. 1st Class ChristoPher FinCham/usma Pao

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Army Football releases promotion schedule

Etrasco joins Women’s Lacrosse staff

By Army Athletic Communications

A host of recognitions, promotions and special events are planned for the 2014 Army football season.

The Black Knights will host five games at Michie Stadium in 2014 with each kickoff set for noon with the exception of the Air Force. The start time of the Air Force game will be released shortly.

Army will welcome Buffalo (Sept. 6), Ball State (Oct. 4), Rice (Oct. 11), Air Force (Nov. 1) and Fordham (Nov. 22) to West Point for the first season under new head coach Jeff Monken.

Promotions and Recognitions• Sept. 6 vs. BuffaloArmy Strong Day: The 16 branches of

the U.S. Army will be on hand with military hardware and other activities representing the Army.

Salute to Heroes Day: All first responders may purchase tickets for just $20. Contact the Army Athletic Ticket Office at 1-877-TIX-ARMY for this special offer.

Post-game autographs: Members of the Army Football team will be available inside Gate 1 following the game.

Reunion Class: 1979. Contact the Army Athletic Ticket Office at 1-877-TIX-ARMY for reunion tickets. Subject to availability.

• Oct. 4 vs. Ball StateHomecoming: The Army Athle t ic

Association welcomes back West Point graduates for one of the most scenic games of the season.

Post-game autographs: Members of the Army Football team will be available inside Gate 1 following the game.

Reunion Classes: 1994, 1999 and 2004. Contact the Army Athletic Ticket Office at 1-877-TIX-ARMY for reunion tickets. Subject to availability.

• Oct. 11 vs. RiceScout Day: $25 tickets will be offered to all

scouts and families. Admission includes a scout patch and cadet-led walking tour. Contact the Army group sales office at 845-446-2375 or email odiamktg@usma.edu to setup your Scout Day experience.

Hall of Fame Weekend: Join us as we honor the 2014 inductees selected into the Army Sports Hall of Fame including Rifleman Chris Abalo, football and wrestling standout John Green, women’s swimming national champion Jennifer Grzbek, boxer Donald Hull, men’s basketball star Jim Oxley, wrestling and football letterwinner Al Paulekas, track and field and cross country extraordinaire Bill Straub, men’s soccer’s Tom Tyree, Dr. John Feagin and former Superintendent Gar Davidson.

Parents Weekend: Several activities specifically for cadet parents, families and graduates will be available during the weekend of Oct. 10-13. For details, visit westpoint.edu/parents.

Post-game autographs: Members of the Army Football team will be available inside Gate 1 following the game.

Reunion Classes: 1969 and 1974. Contact the Army Athletic Ticket Office at 1-877-TIX-ARMY for reunion tickets. Subject to availability.

• Nov. 1 vs. Air ForcePost-game autographs: Members of the

Army football team will be available inside Gate 1 following the game.

Reunion Classes: 1984 and 1989. Contact the Army Athletic Ticket Office at 1-877-TIX-ARMY for reunion tickets. Subject to availability.

• Nov. 22 vs. FordhamMilitary Appreciation Day: All active and

former military members may purchase tickets for $20. Contact the Army Athletic Ticket Office at 1-877-TIX-ARMY for this special offer.

Scout Day: $25 tickets will be offered to all scouts and families. Admission includes a scout patch and cadet-led walking tour. Contact the Army group sales office at 845-446-2375 or email odiamktg@usma.edu to setup your Scout

Day experience. Senior Day: Join us as we recognize the first

classmen members of the Army football team in a special pregame ceremony.

Post-game autographs: Members of the Army Football team will be available inside Gate 1 following the game.

Season, mini-plan, group and individual tickets are on sale now.

Fans can purchase tickets online at goARMYsports.com/tickets, by calling 1-877-TIX-ARMY or by visiting the Army Athletic Ticket Office located near Gate 3 of Michie Stadium.

By Army Athletic Communications

Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach Kristen Waagbo announced the first addition to her coaching staff July 11 with the hiring of Danielle Etrasco as an assistant coach. Etrasco arrives at West Point following one season as an assistant coach with Virginia Tech’s Women’s Lacrosse program.

“I am very excited to welcome Danielle Etrasco as the newest member of the Army Women’s Lacrosse staff,” Waagbo said. “Danielle brings with her valuable experiences as both a decorated player at Boston University and for Team USA, as well as serving as an assistant coach in the highly competitive Atlantic Coast Conference last year. Her competitive spirit is absolutely contagious. She is a very impressive young coach and mentor, and will be a great fit here at West Point as we look to build the women's lacrosse program.”

Etrasco spent the 2013-14 academic year at Virginia Tech, where she served as an assistant under head coach Megan Burker. While in Blacksburg, Virginia, Etrasco worked primarily with the Hokies’ attack, helping produce an All-ACC first team player and working to improve the team’s scoring output from 177 goals in 2013 to 192 goals in 2014.

In her role at Virginia Tech, Etrasco also served as the team’s student-athlete academic liaison and was responsible for developing practice plans, breaking down video and coordinating travel.

Prior to her time at Virginia Tech, Etrasco enjoyed a standout playing career as an attacker at Boston University. Along with

serving as team captain as a junior and senior, Etrasco led the Terriers in scoring during her sophomore, junior and senior campaigns, including team bests of 79 points, 59 goals and 20 assists as a senior.

Additionally, she was named to the Tewaaraton Award watch list in 2013, as one of the top college players in the nation.

A two-time Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) All-American, Etrasco earned IWLCA All-Northeast Region first team and All-America East Conference first team honors in each of her final three seasons at Boston University.

In the summer of 2011, Etrasco was invited to join the United States National Team, eventually earning a spot on the 2013 World Cup squad. Etrasco won a gold medal with Team USA at the 2013 Federation of International Lacrosse (FIL) World Cup in Oshawa, Ontario, totaling 17 goals and three assists in seven games during the tournament.

“I am extremely honored to be joining Coach Waagbo and the Army Women’s Lacrosse program,” Etrasco said. “It’s an exciting time for Army and women’s lacrosse, with the opportunity to provide another Division I women’s sport to these incredible cadets, as well as helping to grow the game. West Point has an amazing amount of leadership, tradition and pride, all of which I cannot wait to be a part of.”

A native of Massapequa, New York, Etrasco also served in a coaching capacity with the Long Island Liberty Lacrosse program in Manhasset, New York, and at the Around the Crease lacrosse camp in Boston.