Fort Wayne South Army Recruiting Center

Congratulations to 2nd Lt. Alma Cooper, USMA Class of 2023, on being crowned Miss USA! 2nd LT Cooper, is the first active-duty soldier to receive this title, attributes her dedication to character, both in and out of uniform, to her years at West Point. 🇺🇸 🫡

"I think the biggest thing I learned at West Point is your character and how fundamental it is and how you lead and how you carry yourself throughout your life. Whether I'm in a uniform or I'm outside of a uniform, wearing this crown as Miss USA... to me service, and your heart and your character truly lead me in every aspiration and pursuit I take on."
- 2nd LT Cooper

We wish her all the best as she competes for the title of Miss Universe next!

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Congratulations to CPT Samantha Sullivan of the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program for helping the U.S. Women’s Rugby Sevens team clinch the Olympic bronze medal in a dramatic 14-12 victory over Australia!
Down 12-7 with less than 20 seconds left, Alex Sedrick of Team USA tied the game as time expired, then made the two-point conversion for the victory! Sullivan adds the Olympic bronze to her gold medal she won at the Pan American Games. GoArmy