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USMMA Honors Our Nation's Veterans

KINGS POINT, N.Y., November 11, 2016 -Throughout the year the United States Merchant Marine Academy host events that honor and support veterans.

Yesterday, the Regiment of Midshipmen, joined by faculty, staff and alumni, participated in a ceremony to honor our Nation's veterans. The...

USMMA Celebrates 241st Birthday of the United States Marine Corps

KINGS POINT, N.Y., November 10, 2016 - Midshipmen at the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) took time to honor Marines - past, present and future by sharing a birthday cake, as is tradition.

During a lunchtime ceremony Gunnery Sergeant Tran Phung and several midshipmen who...

USMMA Welcomes International Maritime Officers to Kings Point

KINGS POINT, N.Y., October 31, 2016 — On Tuesday, the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) welcomed Lieutenant Commander Michelle M. Schopp, Chief, International Resident Training, of the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Training Center Yorktown and 40 international maritime officers...

USMMA Midshipmen Are Enrolled in TSA Precheck In Time For Fall Break

KINGS POINT, N.Y., - October 28, 2016 -  Today, as United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) Midshipman finish their final exams and travel home for Fall Break or join vessels, they will enjoy shorter lines at New York City airports.

When TSA first approved expedited screening for...

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