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Feb. 4, 2026

Forging the Backbone of the Army: NCOLCoE to be Renamed as the United States Army Noncommissioned Officer Academy

FORT BLISS, TX — On March 6, 2026, the Army's NCO Leadership Center of Excellence (NCOLCoE) at Fort Bliss, Texas, will be officially renamed the United States Army Noncommissioned Officer Academy (USANCOA). This change is the latest step in the institution's 50-year history of evolution, which began with its founding as the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy (USASMA) in 1972. The new name is intended to more accurately reflect its comprehensive mission: providing career-long professional education for the entire Noncommissioned Officer Corps, from Corporal to Sergeant Major. Despite the name changes, the institution's core purpose remains to develop the highly skilled and trusted enlisted leaders known as the "Backbone of the Army."

Sept. 23, 2025

Revised Edition of TC 7-21.13, The Soldier’s Guide, Now Available

Fort Bliss, TX — 23 September 2025 - After nearly a decade, a revised edition of TC 7-21.13, The Soldier’s Guide, is

Sept. 11, 2025

NCOLCoE & SGM-A Mourn Loss of Dr. Everett Dague

FORT BLISS, TX – 09 September 2025 – The NCO Leadership Center of Excellence (NCOLCoE) and Sergeants

Sept. 2, 2025

Dr. Nelson Makes History as First SGM-A Faculty Member Promoted to Associate Professor

Fort Bliss, TX – August 12, 2025 – Dr. Robert A. Nelson, assigned to the Sergeants Major Academy at

Sept. 2, 2025

Sergeants Major Academy Class 50 first distance learning class to graduate with degree

Fort Bliss, TX — This summer the Sergeants Major Academy (SGM-A) Distance Learning class 50 graduated after

Aug. 25, 2025

NCO Guide Update Published – August 19, 2025

Fort Bliss, TX — Recently updated TC 7-22.7, The NCO Guide has been streamlined and modernized to better equip Army NCOs for current and future challenges. The NCOLCoE condensed the guide from nine to five focused chapters centered on core NCO competencies, reducing costs and improving usability. Key additions include detailed guidance on topics like IPPS-A, Talent Management, and Holistic Health & Fitness, reflecting the evolving Army landscape. A collaborative review process, incorporating feedback from over 15 Army organizations, ensured the revision met the needs of the field. This revised guide remains a vital resource for NCO professional development, reinforcing their critical role as the Army’s operational backbone.