SEPTEMBER 8, 2016 1 THE SEPTEMBER 8, 2016 VOL. 73, NO. 35 ® UTY ONOR OUNTRY OINTER IEW D , H , C PSERVING THE U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY AND THE COMMUNITY V OF WEST POINT ® Week One Victory! (Above) Sophomore running back Andy Davidson bursts through Temple’s defensive line into the end zone for one of his two touchdowns during Army West Point’s 28-13 win over Temple Sept. 2 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. (Right) The Rabble Rousers celebrated after an Army West Point score by doing pushups and running the Army West Point fl ag in the end zone. See Page 16 for story of Temple game and preview of the Rice game Saturday. PHOTOS BY STAFF SGT. VITO T. BRYANT/USMA PAO 2 SEPTEMBER 8, 2016 NEWS & FEATURES POINTER VIEW Suicide Prevention Awareness: Football Game Day Force “Be There” for Your Teammates Protection Awareness and By Lt. Gen. Robert L. Caslen Jr. Restrictions on West Point USMA Superintendent By the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, an opportunity Security’s Force Protection Office to promote the available resources, increase awareness and focus on how we can help and talk to others about suicide without increasing the risk of harm. In order to better protect West Point residents and the Corps of Cadets With the beginning of a new academic year, this is an appropriate time to during the Army West Point home football game, the following force have the conversation with our teammates about stress and mental wellness, protection measures and restrictions are in effect: as well as being aware of the signs and behaviors that could escalate into a • Military police will patrol the housing areas throughout the day. situation where a teammate considers taking his or her own life. Housing area residents are requested to notify the MP Station at 938-3333 Mental health is something we generally don’t like to talk about, because of any suspicious activity in the housing areas on game day. we may think it’s a sign of weakness. But it is critically important that we do Also, residents are reminded to secure their quarters while attending address it, whether it’s affecting us, or someone around us. football game day activities. West Point is a high-tempo, fast-paced environment, whether you’re a Road Restrictions and Closures: cadet, staff or faculty member. You’re juggling multiple things at once— • Mills Road from Herbert Hall (AOG Bldg) to Stony Lonesome schoolwork or your job, extracurricular activities, military duties and family Road will be closed approximately six hours prior to kickoff. time. We pack a lot into each day for our cadets by design, with the intent of • Beginning about four hours before kickoff, roadways around helping to teach them time management and balancing priorities, while preparing them for their future careers as Army Michie Stadium will be blocked off. Only those vehicles with a proper officers. That can create a lot of stress. vehicle exception pass, or under MP escort, are allowed access around Personal or relationship issues, like a break-up, financial issues, and many others, can also cause stress and affect Michie Stadium. our mental well-being. These things may lead to feeling trapped or hopeless about life, withdrawing and isolating from • Merritt Road will be closed from the Jewish Chapel south to the others or even increasing alcohol or substance abuse. Before long, it could lead one to consider suicide as a way to Stony Lonesome Road intersection about four hours before kickoff and escape the situation. remain closed until after the game. If you experience a life-crisis that starts to make you feel overwhelmed, depressed or isolated to the point of hurting • Stony Lonesome Road will be one-way north from the Delafield yourself or taking your own life—please remember that it is OK to ask for help. It’s not a sign of weakness; in fact, Road intersection to the Washington Road intersection for approximately it’s a sign of strength. It takes courage to admit you need help, but never be afraid to ask for it. one hour after the game in order to facilitate fans using the football Talk to somebody—a friend, a co-worker, or battle buddy, someone in your chain of command, a faculty member, shuttle service. chaplain or a spiritual counselor, anyone you feel comfortable having the conversation with. General Information: The theme for this year’s National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is “Be There.” One of the most important 1. Black Knight Alley opens three hours before kickoff, while Michie things we can do for our teammates who may be dealing with these issues is to simply be there for them. If you know Stadium gates open approximately two hours before kickoff. someone feeling this way or if you suspect someone might be thinking about hurting him or herself, don’t be afraid to 2. Fans attending the game at Michie Stadium are required to be have the conversation. It’s a difficult conversation to have with someone; there’s a fear of being wrong about someone screened at security checkpoints at the stadium gates. needing help or the assumption that it’s not your place to have the conversation and someone else will do it. Never 3. All bags are subject to search at the stadium security checkpoints. assume someone else will do it, because when “someone else” comes along, it could be too late. Just as it takes courage 4. RV parking is available only at North Dock and Round Pond. to admit you need help, it also takes courage to approach someone and ask if they need help. Don’t avoid or judge that 5. Walking and/or using game day shuttle buses to and from the person, or try to be a therapist or counselor. Just be there for them and let them know you care. stadium is highly encouraged. Remember ACE: Remember: If You See Something, Hear Something, Say Something. • ASK: Ask if they’re OK, and ask them directly if they’re thinking about suicide. • CARE: Actively listen to what they have to say. Show them you’re concerned and that you care. Discuss and care about what is troubling them. SHARP Resources • ESCORT: Bring them to someone who can provide professional assistance (medical, chaplain, etc.) and don’t • USMA SARC Program Manager, Samantha Ross—call 845-938- leave them alone. 0508; If you’re feeling overwhelmed or struggling with an issue that’s leaving you feeling depressed or helpless, do not • Garrison SARC, Dan Toohey—call 845-938-5657 or email dan. be afraid to ask for help. We all need a helping hand from time to time, and help is available. Have the courage to ask [email protected]; and reach out before it may be too late. Remember that you’re not alone—there are others who can help. • USCC SARC, Capt. Kathryn Hermon—call 845-938-7479 or email As leaders, we have the responsibility to ensure that everyone feels like a valued member of the team and we must [email protected]; continually reinforce the vital role that every teammate contributes to the mission. Leader intervention does make a • KACH SARC, Dr. Scotti Veale—call 845-938-4150 or email difference. By “being there” for our teammates, remaining vigilant and engaging with them, we can take action when [email protected]; issues do arise to assist our teammates before they reach a crisis. • USMAPS SARC, Dr. Stephanie Marsh—call 845-938-1950 or email Please look out and be there for each other. That’s what battle buddies do. Look for warning signs and don’t be [email protected]; afraid to ask if someone needs help. Sometimes, letting someone know that you care and that you have their back can • USCC Victim’s Advocate, Kerry Dunham—call 845-938-3532 or make all the difference. One conversation can change a life. email [email protected]; Thank you for all you do. • KACH Victim’s Advocate, Staff Sgt. 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