Army Col. Aaron Barton, Marine Lt. Col. Bret Hyla, Army Col. EJ Irvin, and Lt. Col. Mike Ponchak each received a U.S. Army War College diploma, the master’s degree of Strategic Studies, and congratulations from the USAWC military and academic leaders

USAWC Commandant Maj. Gen. John Kem poses with USAWC Class of 2018 graduate Marine Lt. Col. Bret Hyla immediately following an early graduation ceremony, May 22, scheduled to address selected students early-report requirements for follow-on assignmen

USAWC Dean of the School of Strategic Landpower Dr. Richard Lacquement congratulates Marine Lt. Col. Bret Hyla, one of the first graduates of the Class of 2018, May 22.

USAWC Commandant Maj. Gen. John Kem shakes hands with new graduate Army Col. Mike Ponchak who received his USAWC diploma and master's degree in Strategic Studies on May 22, 2018.