ALUMNI
The Army and Navy Academy Alumni Association (ANAAA) fosters a strong bond between graduates and current Cadets, uniting them through shared experiences since 1910. ANAAA supports the Academy by preserving its legacy and enhancing outreach, ensuring the campus thrives for future generations. Recent projects include renovating the Atkinson Museum to showcase Academy artifacts.
GOLDEN ‘A’ SPOTLIGHT
GENERAL WILLIAM CROUCH
General William W. Crouch was a man who personified human excellence in word, character, and deed. He was among a rare breed of military officers, just 0.4%, who earned the rank of four-star General. His career was marked by exemplary leadership, valor, selflessness, and love of country.
Battle-proven in the fields of Vietnam as a cavalry troop commander, he was awarded the Silver Star for heroism and gallantry in action. He exposed himself to intense hostile fire on numerous occasions as he led his men to defeat the enemy. As a selfless man of honor, he would serve with distinction in the most challenging positions our Army and our nation have to offer, commanding Soldiers at every level from platoon to Army.
General Crouch began his service in 1963 as a cavalry platoon leader in the 5th Infantry Division. He went on to command four companies, two of which were cavalry troops, in combat. His subsequent commands included terms as the Regimental Commander, 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment; Commanding General of the 5th Infantry Division; Commanding General of the Eighth United States Army; Chief of Staff United Nations Command/Combined Forces Command and United States Forces Korea; Commander Allied Land Force Central Europe, and Commander in Chief US Army Europe.
Following his illustrious record of accomplishment in command tenure, wherein he built national security relationships and led forces around the globe, he was selected to serve as the 27th Vice Chief of Staff of the Army from 1997 until his retirement in 1998. In addition to the aforementioned Silver Star, his exemplary leadership and record of service earned him the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, the Army Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, and the Bronze Star. There are no words to adequately capture the breadth and depth of his selfless service to our nation.
Following his inspiring career of service to the Nation, General Crouch gave of his time and talent to Army and Navy Academy through his service on our board of trustees. He was awarded the Academy’s Golden “A” Award for distinguished alumni in 1999 and received the Distinguished Warrior Award in 2017 in honor of his lifetime achievements and unwavering commitment and service to the Academy.
His inspiring leadership endures here at the Academy through the General William W. Crouch Distinguished Leadership Award. It is awarded each semester to Cadets who serve in a leadership position of platoon sergeant or higher and have achieved a semester GPA of 3.3 or higher, and a citizenship grade of excellent or outstanding during each grading period.
General Crouch’s legacy to all of us is the personification and example of all we stand for at Army and Navy Academy: Honor Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Compassion and Gratitude. When asked “what defines a virtuous man,” the answer is simple: General William W. Crouch, Army and Navy Academy Class of 1959.
“As a leader entrusted with your soldiers’ lives and your nation’s security, you always have to find the wherewithal to solve whatever problem or situation that you’re confronting, and to be able to inspire others to succeed.” – General William W. Crouch
GET INVOLVED
Attending Army and Navy Academy is a turning point in a young man’s life, equipping him with the motivation, grit, and skills necessary to succeed in college and far beyond. Alumni involvement is a key component to helping cadets excel. Here’s how you can give back to the school that set you on your path.
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD MEMBERS
President: Jorge Artiles ’96
Vice President: Drew Thomas ’18
Secretary: Lamar Greenwood ’11
Board Members:
Alberto Fernandez ’60
Andy Gilb ’69
Mark Pastore ’75
Randy Stafford ’83
Lane Ginsburg ’88
Jeff Marshburn ’90
Jorge Artiles ’96
E. Vince Torres ’99
NOMINATE THE NEXT GOLDEN 'A'
The Golden ‘A’ is Army and Navy Academy’s highly coveted award for an alumnus of distinction.
Do you know someone who has been a leader in his profession or community and made positive societal contributions grounded in the Academy’s tenets?
Recipients are nominated by the alumni and selected by the Academy’s Board of Trustees.
Email us if you know an alumnus who you wish to nominate.
POST A REVIEW ON A REVIEW SITE
These are all websites where you can post reviews and tell personal stories. In addition, feel free to post a review on our Facebook page.
The sites below are linked for your convenience:
NICHE
BOARDING SCHOOL REVIEW
PRIVATE SCHOOL REVIEW
GREAT SCHOOLS
YELP
DRINKING FOUNTAIN PROJECT
The Classes of 1953 and 2005 donated a pair of water fountains on campus that have been removed for significant restorations. We especially invite members of those classes to help with the expenses directly related to this project, but the association welcomes support from all alumni.
Suggested Donation: $100
CADET REFERRAL REWARDS
By referring cadets to the Academy, you give the gift of a life-changing experience to this generation’s aspiring leaders while forwarding your Warrior legacy.
Army and Navy Academy offers our thanks to every alumnus who refers a cadet. We will send you a $1000 gift card upon a referred cadet’s successful enrollment to the Academy. For details, please contact the Academy’s Dean of Admission, Chris Thaeler ’01 at (760) 547-5231 or by emailing cthaeler@armyandnavyacademy.org.
NOMINATE AN HONORARY ALUMNUS
Being recognized as an honorary alumnus is a great distinction for individuals who have served the Academy in an exemplary fashion and influenced cadets in a positive manner. We recognize a limited number of honorary alumni annually. Please submit your nomination by email so that we can do our due diligence and process potential honorees.
THE NAMETAG PROJECT
The Nametag Project is a recent alumni-initiated project located in our our recently renovated museum at the forefront of campus. Have your cadet nametag displayed for posterity.
Suggested Donation: $40
YOUR WARRIOR PRIDE
The Academy’s bookstore now offers a wide variety of top-quality spirit wear for men and women. You can be Warrior Proud in a variety of styles. When you’re on campus, feel free to drop by the Cadet Store for more great Army and Navy Academy gear. We are Warrior Proud!
SUPPORT THE ACADEMY
Army and Navy Academy’s long tradition of excellence is made possible by the generous commitment of time and effort from our distinguished alumni. Cadets thrive with the benefit of alumni involvement, and from the networking opportunities, business connections, and lived experience each alum brings back to the Academy. If you are unable to give of your time, please consider making a tax-deductible gift to the Academy in support of our mission to educate, mentor, and develop good character and leadership in young men.
SHARE YOUR ANA STORY
We’d love to hear about your own experience at Army and Navy Academy and its impact on your life! Send us your story, or tell us about other alumni happenings here.