FROM PANOLA COLLEGE TO WEST POINT

Jonathan Bate graduated from Panola College in 2000 with an Associate of Science
degree. Today he is a second-year cadet at the United States Military Academy at West Point.  After completing a full year at West Point, Jonathan is ranked first in his class of approximately 1000 cadets.  This ranking considers cadet scores in the three primary areas of cadet life: academics, military performance, and physical performance. 

 “The academic and extracurricular enrichment I received at Panola was a significant factor in my subsequent success at West Point,” said Bate.  “The study skills and leadership experience I gained during my two years at Panola played a major role in helping me adapt to the demanding life at West Point.  I would like to thank the many dedicated members of the Panola faculty and staff who provided me the tools I needed to serve my country by attending the United States Military Academy.”

While at Panola, Jonathan was active in the Green Jackets, a service organization that serves as goodwill ambassadors for the College; Phi Theta Kappa, and Circle K International, an organization devoted to involving college students in campus and community service. 

Upon graduation from West Point, cadets are awarded a Bachelor's degree and are commissioned as Second Lieutenants in the United States Army.  Jonathan is an Economics major and plans to serve in the Infantry after graduation.