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USMMA Observes Day of the Seafarer

KINGS POINT, N.Y., June 25, 2018 - Merchant Mariners are a vital part of the U.S. maritime transportation system, supporting the nation’s commercial and economic needs. The Maritime Administration (MARAD) affirms momentum building within the industry to address seafarers’ wellbeing, while...

Kings Point Weekend 2018 Highlights

Admiral Buzby Honors Mattis Family Legacy of Service

Maritime Administrator Rear Admiral Mark H. Buzby, USMMA ’79, presents Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis with a commemorative set of the decorations earned by his father as a Licensed Marine Engineer. Administrator Buzby presented the set to Secretary Mattis as part of the 82nd Commencement...

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Graduates 187 Officers

KINGS POINT, N.Y., June 16, 2018  - The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) at Kings Point conducted its 82nd commencement exercises today graduating 187 new Merchant Marine and Military Officers in the Class of 2018.

The keynote speaker, Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis...

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