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Latest News
‘Orchestrating Power’ topic of latest Distinguished Speaker Series event
The CGSC Foundation and Alumni Association and its Simons Center hosted the third lecture of the 2026 Distinguished Speaker Series at the Lewis and …
Read MoreCommander emphasizes influence of a field grade officer at CGSOC graduation
(Sarah Hauck, CGSC Public Affairs) The Command and General Staff Officers Course Class of 2026 graduated May 29, 2026 in a ceremony in the Eisenhower …
Read MoreSAMS graduates prepared for war’s changes, pace
(Sarah Hauck, CGSC Public Affairs) The nature of warfare has never been as complex and volatile as its current state. The School of Advanced …
Read MoreFeatured Event
Des Moines National Security Forum
Wed., July 15, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.Des Moines Embassy Club West
You are invited to a Des Moines National Security Forum luncheon presentation on July 15, 2026, at the Des Moines Embassy Club West in West Des Moines, Iowa (520 Market St.).
In this presentation of the forum, Charlie Gilbert, director of global intelligence for Gavin de Becker & Associates and former deputy director of the National Clandestine Service for the CIA, and Todd Schmidt, director of the CGSC Foundation’s Simons Center, will engage in a “fireside chat,” discussing the global intelligence gathering environment and the challenges and opportunities faced by the U.S. intelligence community in a world rapidly evolving and impacted by technological advancements and artificial intelligence.
Foundation News Magazine
No. 38/Spring 2026 (May)
In this edition we highlight the two CGSC International Hall of Fame induction ceremonies and our annual National Security Roundtable program. We’re also fortunate to have a Q&A article with the new commanding general of the Combined Arms Command and Fort Leavenworth, and our usual articles from the commandant and CGSC school directors….
