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Inside West Point: Ideas That ImpactAuthor: United States Military Academy at West Point
Join Brigadier General Shane Reeves, Dean of the United States Military Academy at West Point, as he takes you behind the scenes to explore the applied research and cross-disciplinary work being done by the Academy's scholars. From high-energy lasers and artificial intelligence to civil-military relations and ethics, this podcast goes beyond the textbook to give you a deeper understanding of the complex issues shaping the modern battlefield. Hear directly from the experts as they make even the most complex topics accessible to a broad audience. Get inside access to West Point's work and see how it's being applied today. Tune in for upcoming episodes by following us on your favorite podcast platform and follow us on Instagram (@dean.usma), Facebook (Dean of the Academic Board-West Point), and Twitter (@DeanUSMA) for updates. Learn more about West Points academic program at https://www.westpoint.edu/academics Disclaimer: This podcast does not imply Federal endorsement. rNvqqZGp9I04WS4M8YSx Language: en Genres: Education, Government Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Bridging Battlefields and Classrooms: LTC Chris Graves on Civil Engineering, Research, and Real-World Impact
Episode 7
Wednesday, 3 December, 2025
In this episode of Inside West Point: Ideas That Impact, Brigadier General Shane Reeves, Dean of the United States Military Academy, engages in a compelling discussion with Lieutenant Colonel Chris Graves. A 2003 West Point graduate, LTC Graves shares his extensive military career journey from the infantry to special forces, his significant research and leadership roles, and his experience in Ukraine supporting the Commander of the Security Assistance Group Ukraine. Back at West Point as the Civil Engineering Program Director, he discusses his award-winning research on assessing critical infrastructure using photogrammetry and remote sensing to enhance military operations. The episode further explores the integration of academic rigor with practical military applications, the importance of integrity and humility in leadership, and the unique mentorship and developmental experiences provided at West Point.00:00 Introduction to Inside West Point00:24 Meet Lieutenant Colonel Chris Graves01:14 Personal Anecdotes and Family Connections02:33 Military Career Highlights02:56 Passion for Civil Engineering03:56 Favorite Bridges and Engineering Marvels05:23 Journey from Infantry to Special Forces07:33 Teaching and Mentoring at West Point08:25 Lessons from the Field12:22 Deployment and Adaptability15:06 Developing Future Leaders17:13 Teaching Problem-Solving Skills17:41 International Collaboration and Support for Ukraine19:04 Research on Military Infrastructure26:05 Mentorship and Development at West Point28:44 Leadership Lessons and Humility32:18 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing RemarksLoved this episode? Remember to rate, review, follow, and share this podcast with others.Resources found in this episode:Learn more:Website: https://www.westpoint.edu/academicsInterested in Teaching at West Point? Join us: https://bit.ly/TEACHWPBooks Mentioned in the Episode:Ukraine Symposium: https://press.westpoint.edu/books/ukraine-symposium/Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Dean.USMA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/usmadean X: https://www.twitter.com/deanusma Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dean.usma YouTube: https://bit.ly/INSIDEWP-YOUTUBECredits:Guest: Lieutenant Colonel Chris Graves - https://www.westpoint.edu/directory/william-c-gravesHost: Brigadier General Shane Reeves: (http://linkedin.com/in/shane-reeves-7950a31b3)Recording: West Point Public Affairs-Visual InformationProduction: Growth Network Podcasts: (https://growthnetworkpodcasts.com) Publisher: West Point Press (
