It is my great honor and pleasure to serve your Army and Navy Academy as Director of Alumni Affairs.
I’ve had an association with the Academy for many years, starting as a date for various cadets while I was a boarding student at The Bishop’s School in La Jolla in the 1960s … and then as my brother’s connection to the “outside world” when he was a cadet (Don Smith ’68). When I stroll through the front gate and up the sidewalk, I still feel like I’m on my way to one of those formal dances. Ah, sweet youth!
Now I get to attend those dances as a grownup and enjoy the daily life of Army Navy without my own teenage angst. I can tell you that today’s cadets are as nice and as gentlemanly as I remember from years ago. It is so gratifying to hear, “Good morning, ma’am” and “Thank you, ma’am”! I am especially moved when I attend battalion parades and watch the cadets perform traditional drills and marches.
I also get to interact with alumni of every generation and hear the phenomenal stories they have to share. Many attribute their success in life to our school. I laugh with alumni about the mischief they created. I reminisce with them about good times on campus. And I applaud them for staying in touch with us and with their fellow alumni.
Most of all, I remind them (and you) that this is still your school. You, grads and non-grads alike, are always welcome at Army and Navy Academy. Please feel free to visit and reconnect with us.
Warrior Pride!
Susy Smith
Director of Alumni Affairs