West Point Society of DC and the National Capital Region

09/13/2026

What in the world is the Army West Point Athletic Association (AWPAA)?

You can find out more information here but we wanted to give them the opportunity to explain it to our society and more importantly allow you to ask questions.

We are fortunate to have Bryant "Corky" Messner and our AD Tom "Theo" Theodorakis provide a presentation on the AWPAA.

Please join us on Thursday, 17 September 2026, at 6 pm ET. Join the Zoom meeting at the sign in information below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82565623430?pwd=pXhd1zqnI2Q5kyCvPxh5hbOW14azGb.1

Meeting chat link

https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/82565623430

Meeting ID: 825 6562 3430
Passcode: 426972

09/12/2026

WPSDC Fall Luncheon at The Fairfax at Belvoir Woods on September 1st featuring General (RET) Poppas ‘88 who spoke about service to the nation. More than 100 graduates attended, spanning the Classes of 1950 through 2026, representing generations of service from World War II through Iraq and Afghanistan.

08/31/2026

Join us this Saturday September 5 at noon at the NCR"s Home of Army Football, Ireland's Four Courts Pub at 2051 Wilson Avenue in Arlington. There is no cost but, wear your spirit wear so you fit in with other Army Fans. We'll be in the back bar for the season opener, and every football game this season.

08/21/2026

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I’m proud to support the Emily J.T. Perez Foundation as we commemorate 20 years since 2LT Emily J.T. Perez (USMA 2005) was killed in action.

On September 12, join us for the 2026 Legacy Dinner: Courage to Lead at the National Museum of the U.S. Army. This black-tie evening will honor Emily’s sacrifice, celebrate the people carrying her mission forward, and help fuel the work still ahead.

Join me in advancing Emily’s legacy. Attend the Legacy Dinner, become a Courage to Lead sponsor, or share this invitation with someone who should be in the room.

emilysway.org/legacy-dinner

08/19/2026

How often does this happen?

GEN (R) Poppas and LTG (R) are inviting you personally to attend the society’s fall luncheon at the Fairfax on September 1st

Time is running out. Register No Later Than August 23rd, 2026 at the link in earlier IG post

08/11/2026

Congratulations and Welcome to Lieutenant General Retired Omar Jones IV ’92 for his election as the President of the West Point Society of Washington DC.

He last served as the commanding general of the United States Army Installation Management Command from 2022 to 2025. Prior to that role, he commanded the United States Army Military District of Washington and Joint Task Force – National Capital Region from 2019 to 2021. Commissioned in the infantry after graduation, he commanded infantry and cavalry units, and held senior public affairs roles. His 33-year career included deployments to Panama, Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

As a cadet, he served as First Captain for his class, graduating in 1992 with a B.S. degree in operations research. LTG (R) Jones later earned a Master of Public Administration degree from Harvard University and a master's degree in national security strategy from the National War College

A native of Baltimore Maryland, he married his high school classmate Tracey Jones at West Point one day after his graduation in 1992. They have three sons, two of whom have also graduated from West Point and are currently serving in our Army today as Captains.

LTG (R) Dave Halverson and LTG Omar Jones will begin their transition of the Society leadership during the next few months. Afterwards, we look forward to many Founders Day, luncheons, celebrations, and other events in the future with LTG (R) Jones leading our Society.

Beat Navy Sir!

08/07/2026

TGIF! Don't forget to get your tickets for Service Academy Women's night on 28 August! Several service academy women grads will be recognized in honor 50 years of women at the academies!!

8/28/26 @ 6:45 PM - Service Academy Women - Women's Night Offer

08/07/2026

The West Point Society of DC and the National Capital Region is pleased to announce our Spring Luncheon takes place on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 1130-1300, at The Fairfax at Belvoir Woods Senior Living Center.
Our guest speaker is GEN (Ret) Andrew Poppas '88 who retired in January 2026, after serving 38 years in the Army. His last position was as the Commanding General of U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM), the Army's largest command Following his retirement from the Army, General Poppas became the Chief Executive Officer of Cypress International, where he continues to support national security and defense initiatives.

RSVP NLT 23 August 2026 at https://sallyport.westpointaog.org/events/218254

If you have further questions, please feel free to reach out to Lorraine Parrish ’85, WPSDC Outreach Chair at [email protected] or 336-409-5637.

08/05/2026

Army Men's and Women's Tennis is coming to the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington September 11th through the 13th.

Come on out and watch Army beat the other Service Academies on the courts. You might get credit for a workout just watching the tennis balls fly back and fourth.