like each of us. Supporting the Superintendent’s Annual Fund not only helps to maintain the excellence of West Point’s military, academic, character, and extra-curricular programs, but it is also critical in attracting and retaining the best and brightest students. As members of the Long Gray Line, each of us has a role in shaping an even brighter future for today’s cadets and those yet to come. I invite you to reflect on your own West Point experience, the opportunities it gave you, and the lessons it taught, and to join me in continuing your support for the Academy and the leaders it develops. Thank you for considering a gift to the 2026 Superintendent’s Annual Fund . Together, we can ensure that West Point will have the necessary resources to continue graduating the very best leaders our nation needs. ///
armies, then we need to seek additional support, which we refer to as the “Margin of Excellence.” While serving as the Superintendent at West Point, I witnessed firsthand how necessary the Superintendent’s Annual Fund is to support the Margin of Excellence and how it truly sets West Point apart from other top-ranked universities and produces the leaders our nation needs today. Top funding priorities include academic and military enrichment programs and centers, cadet internships and overseas experiences, research, and capstone projects. These invaluable experiences are shaping well- rounded cadets who bring critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills, leadership, character, and real-life experience to our Army, our nation, and to our communities. It cannot be overstated just how much the Academy relies on annual support from donors
LTG (R) Caslen with his wife, Shelly.
“While serving as the Superintendent at West Point, I witnessed firsthand how necessary the Superintendent’s Annual Fund is to support the Margin of Excellence and how it truly sets West Point apart from other top-ranked universities and produces the leaders our nation needs today.”
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