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T/V Kings Pointer Returns from Fall Training Cruise

KINGS POINT, N.Y., November 21,2014 – On Friday, November 7, 2014 the United States Merchant Marine Academy’s (USMMA) training vessel, T/V Kings Pointer, completed her Fall Break Training Cruise to Philadelphia.  The vessel was fully crewed by licensed and unlicensed professional mariners...

USMMA Midshipmen Honor Our Nation's Veterans

KINGS POINT, N.Y., November 11, 2014 -Throughout the year midshipmen support and honor our nation's veterans. Today, midshipmen will participate on various events on and off-campus in honor of our veterans past and present. This photo was taken at the 2014 Shootout for Soldiers event held on...

Kings Pointer Sworn In As Deputy Maritime Administrator

KINGS POINT, N.Y., October 22, 2014 - On Monday, United States Merchant Marine Academy Alum, Mike Rodriguez, Class of 1979, was sworn in as the Deputy Administrator of the Maritime Administration (MARAD).

Administrator Jaenichen said, “Mike’s significant experience sailing as a U.S....

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