Latest "West point" stories

A view of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., May 2, 2019.

West Point sued over using race as an admissions factor

The lawsuit was filed by the same group behind the lawsuit that resulted in the U.S. Supreme Court striking down affirmative action in college admissions.

3 months ago

DoD review calls for reforms after sexual assault spike at academies

Academies must improve their leadership, stop toxic practices such as hazing and hold classroom training to halt rising incidents of sexual assault.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

4 months ago

Military academies’ diversity efforts draw GOP concerns, Dem support

The schools' inclusion programs are the latest military training work to draw the ire of conservative critics.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

‘The Pale Blue Eye’ is a truly macabre military murder mystery movie

“The Pale Blue Eye” premieres on Dec. 23 and lands on Netflix Jan. 6.

By Sarah Sicard

12 months ago

Budget bill would let Army football star enter NFL draft after all

New legislative language would allow the football standout to play professional sports right away.

By Leo Shane III

12 months ago

Meet the cadet who serves as West Point’s mascot: ‘BlackJack’ the mule

BlackJack the mule is one of two mascots representing West Point.

By Sarah Sicard

12 months ago