Dear Kings Point Community:

Today we celebrate National Maritime Day, recognizing the enduring importance of America’s Merchant Mariners, the U.S. Merchant Marine, and the U.S. maritime industry—the men and women who keep our country moving, secure, and connected to the world.

KINGS POINT, N.Y., May 18, 2026 – Members of the United States Merchant Marine Academy’s (USMMA) Class of 2026 will ring the bell at Powell Oval after passing U.S.

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KINGS POINT, NY, April 7, 2026 — The United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) hosted its 37th annual Battle Standard Dinner on Thursday, April 2, bringing together First Class Midshipmen, Academy leadership, distinguished guests, and families to honor Kings Point graduates who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the Nation.

KINGS POINT, N.Y., February 23, 2026 — On February 13, 2026, 80 midshipmen, along with faculty and staff from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), joined volunteers at The Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church in Port Washington to take part in Night to Shine, the Tim Tebow Foundation’s global prom night for individuals with special needs. The evening celebrated 125 honorees.

   UNITED STATES MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY

go to: Operating Status | U.S. Merchant Marine Academy for details and updates

KINGS POINT, N.Y. — The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) on Monday formally installed Rear Adm. Anthony J. Ceraolo, USMS, as its fifteenth superintendent during a ceremony in Ackerman Auditorium.

KINGS POINT, N.Y., January 30, 2026 -The United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) hosted