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Abstract
At conferences or meetings, West Point faculty are often asked, “What’s it like to teach at West Point?” To answer this question we present the unique model that West Point uses to bridge traditional higher education and the United States Army. The West Point model stems from its mission to develop cadets as leaders of character who are prepared to be the future leaders of the U.S. Army. To fulfill the mission, cadets meet physical and military requirements, in addition to earning a Bachelor of Science degree. Here we discuss how the West Point student body, curriculum, and mission affect courses and opportunities in STEM.
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Carolann Koleci
Carolann Koleci ([email protected]) is an assistant professor in the Department of Physics and Nuclear Engineering, United States Military Academy at West Point in West Point, New York.
Eileen Kowalski
Eileen Kowalski ([email protected]) is an associate professor in the Department of Chemistry and Life Science, United States Military Academy at West Point in West Point, New York.
Kenneth McDonald
Kenneth McDonald ([email protected]) is an assistant professor in the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, United States Military Academy at West Point in West Point, New York.