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Laurie Leshin became the 16th president of Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in June of 2014, bringing with her over 20 years of experience as a leader in academia and government service, and an accomplished record as a space scientist. She combines a life-long love of learning and...
The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy provides a four-year academic program leading to a bachelor of science degree, a license as a merchant marine officer (issued by the U.S. Coast Guard), and an appointment as a commissioned officer in a reserve component of the U.S. Armed Forces (including the...
A series of infrastructure improvements have been instigated at the behest of Transportation Secretary LaHood to provide midshipmen the tools and resources they need for a top-notch education. These include renovations to Delano Hall, campus water main replacement, and installation of emergency...
The United States Merchant Marine Academy is operated by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), one of the modal agencies of the U.S. Department of Transportation. The Maritime Administration has a general oversight role for the civilian maritime industry, comparable to the...
Administrative titles at the Academy differ from those at civilian colleges, but in essence the responsibilities that accompany the titles are the same.
Our StructureThe Superintendent is akin to a college president and ultimately governs all aspects of Academy...