Honoring SERGEANT MAJOR AND

Sergeant Major Jorge Sosa

Dedicated men like Sergeant Major Jorge Sosa have spent decades investing in the lives of young soldiers and in the lives of the cadets at Riverside. Following his retirement from the U.S. Marine Corps, SgtMaj Sosa began his tenure at Riverside in 2010 as a Teaching, Advising, and Counseling (TAC) officer. He was appointed to serve as Riverside’s first Academy Sergeant Major one year later. Along with his many responsibilities as Sergeant Major, he also served as Interim Deputy Commandant for the past two years.

Among Sosa’s deepest joys from his time at Riverside were seeing two of his sons graduate from the Academy, and one of his proudest moments was when the Raiders brought home their first National Championship in 2014. As one of the coaches for the team, Sosa played a vital role in helping the team set high standards to which they held themselves accountable as they won seven National Championships. According to senior Joseph Hudson, “Sergeant Major has taught me that it’s very hard to succeed if you only work when you feel like working. You have to be consistent and put out more effort than your competitors.” Sosa oversaw drill and ceremonies which are integral to the provision of discipline and structure for cadets.

Over the years, Sosa has imparted wisdom to the young men who pass through the halls of Riverside. He has reminded countless boys, “Life is all about attitude. You can overcome anything with a good, positive attitude.” These life lessons continue to shape Riverside’s graduates long after they leave the Academy.

As he prepares for retirement, Sosa said he is looking forward to relaxing and spending time with his wife. As he reflected on his time at the Academy, he said,