‘Generals of the Army’ editor conducts autograph session

● Mark Wiggins ● May 18, 2021 ● Featured News Releases School News ● 1 Comment

On May 13, Dr. James H. Willbanks, CGSC Professor Emeritus and editor of “Generals of the Army,” a book commissioned by the CGSC Foundation and published in 2013, was on hand in the Foundation’s offices to meet with staff, faculty and students and sign copies of the book. The CGSC… Read More

Silver Star Service Banner Day 2021

● Elizabeth Hill ● May 1, 2021 ● Featured News Releases ● No Comments

On Silver Star Service Banner Day, we recognize those who have served our nation gallantly and remember the sacrifices of our wounded and ill veterans. The Silver Star is the third-highest military decoration for valor in combat. Many Silver Star recipients are interred at the Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery, including… Read More

CGSC Foundation announces 2021 Scholarship Program winners

● Mark Wiggins ● April 15, 2021 ● Featured News Releases ● 1 Comment

The CGSC Foundation announces the winners of its 2021 competitive scholarship program. Jillian Krysa, a senior from Havelock High School in Havelock, N.C., and Kyle Skinner, a senior at North Scott Senior High in Eldridge, Iowa, won the $500 high school awards. Three $500 college-level scholarships were awarded: Ella Levicki,… Read More

National Library Workers Day

● Elizabeth Hill ● April 6, 2021 ● Featured News Releases ● No Comments

Today, April 6, is National Library Workers Day. The CGSC Foundation would like to say a special “Thank You!” to Sierra Hochstatter, Community Technician at the Ike Skelton Combined Arms Research Library at Fort Leavenworth. The Foundation has worked closely with Sierra over the past year to make sure the… Read More

Foundation celebrates Month of the Military Child

● Elizabeth Hill ● April 1, 2021 ● Featured News Releases ● No Comments

April is Month of the Military Child. For many military families, their time at Fort Leavenworth is a respite from multiple deployments and time away from their loved ones. These challenges can be especially tough for children. Recognizing the unique burden military dependent children bear, Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger established… Read More

CGSC Foundation gift shop features local artists

● Elizabeth Hill ● April 1, 2021 ● Featured News Releases ● No Comments

March is National Craft Month. The Craft & Hobby Association created National Craft Month in 1994 to help people rediscover and learn about the benefits of crafting. This month is also a great time to celebrate the artists and creators that bring color and beauty into our lives. The CGSC… Read More

Arter-Rowland National Security Forum honors National Vietnam War Veterans Day

● Mark Wiggins ● March 31, 2021 ● ARNSF Featured News Releases ● No Comments

The third presentation of the Arter-Rowland National Security Forum was conducted March 29, 2021 in an online conference platform. The program was focused on the Vietnam War. Dr. Jim Willbanks, nationally-recognized scholar of the Vietnam War and Professor Emeritus of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, led the… Read More

Medal of Honor Day 2021

● Elizabeth Hill ● March 25, 2021 ● Featured News Releases ● No Comments

Today we recognize and honor the heroism and sacrifice of those who have received the Medal of Honor – the highest and most prestigious award for valor that may be bestowed upon an individual serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. The Fort Leavenworth community is fortunate that two living Medal… Read More

Partner Spotlight – Armed Forces Bank

● Mark Wiggins ● March 24, 2021 ● News Releases Partner Spotlight ● No Comments

Armed Forces Bank, headquartered in Kansas City, Mo., is selected as the CGSC Foundation Corporate Partner of the Month. Over the years Armed Forces Bank has supported the CGSC Foundation in numerous ways, including sponsorship for leadership awards, fundraising events, and outreach programs for the College and the Foundation. “Armed… Read More

CGSC Foundation supports absolutely incredible kids!

● Elizabeth Hill ● March 18, 2021 ● Featured News Releases ● No Comments

The third Thursday in March is Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®! Today is a day to celebrate kids and to tell the young people in your life what makes them incredible. Over the years, the CGSC Foundation has been fortunate to support countless incredible kids through our family programs, including the… Read More