Fork Union Military Academy held its annual Senior and Postgraduate Dinner on Saturday, March 23rd, at the Estes Dining Hall. This momentous occasion celebrated the graduating class of 63 seniors and postgraduates, marking their embarkation on a new chapter while solidifying their place within the enduring FUMA brotherhood.

The evening unfolded amidst an elegant atmosphere, with a delightful formal dinner served to the cadets and their families. Inspiring the graduating class was the esteemed guest speaker, Gary Hines, a proud FUMA alumnus from the class of 1978. Mr. Hines' speech inspired the seniors and postgraduates as he shared his experiences and insights, offering valuable guidance for their future endeavors.

Meanwhile, the Academy's Alumni Board, instrumental in sponsoring this cherished tradition, had several members present. They not only supported the graduating class but were also acknowledged for their unwavering dedication and contributions to FUMA.

This annual dinner serves as a poignant reminder of the Academy's legacy of fostering a strong sense of community that extends beyond graduation. As the graduating class embarks on their journeys beyond FUMA, they carry with them not only the invaluable education they received but also the enduring spirit of brotherhood that will forever connect them to the Academy and their fellow FUMA alumni.

Culminating the evening's festivities, the seniors and postgraduates received a special FUMA pin to wear on their uniforms for the remainder of the year. This symbolic gesture solidified their place within the FUMA brotherhood. The pins, featuring the FUMA Crest with Fork Union Military Academy engraved on the top and Alumni 2024 engraved on the bottom, were proudly pinned on by alumni present at the event, creating a heartwarming moment of connection between generations of FUMA men.

The Class of 2024 will be celebrated Friday, June 7, 2024 in a commencement ceremony starting at 10 AM on the Stadium Field. Prior to graduation, the Academy will honor its seniors during the Senior Day Parade on Friday, May 24 at 2 PM at the Stadium Field.