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Featured in this issue:
1. Rosie: By Any Other Name - The Riveting True Story of the Labor Icon
2. DOT opens online dialogue on our next Strategic Plan
3. Position Open: Marine Transportation (Assistant Professor/Master of Training Vessel)
4. ACADEMY NEWS
5. Rep. Israel Meets with USMMA Midshipmen Before Homeless Veteran Summit
6. Ehrhardt First Classmen EMS Service Award ceremony Wednesday September 4, 2013
7. U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Announces Acceptance Day Ceremony and Parade
8. WWII Veterans Participate in 50th Honor Flight Chicago
9. U.S. Coast Guard MERPAC Meeting on Sept. 11-12 at MITAGS [Event]
10. USCG - members sought for MERPAC
11. USMMA Sports – Upcoming Events
12. USMMA Athletic Hall of Famer Jules A. "Red" Wagner '45 Passes Away
13. USMMA Picked Fifth in Landmark Conference Preseason Poll
14. USMMA Athletic Director Sue Petersen Lubow Named Katherine Ley Award Winner
15. USMMA Soccer Players Instruct at Youth Clinic in Long Beach
16. Service Aces Propel Merchant Marine in Season Opening Victory
17. Mariners Claim 2013 Kings Point Invitational Title; Defeat CCNY & Farmingdale St.
18. USMMA Falls to RPI, 2-0, in First Round of Union Soccer Classic
19. Late Goal Not Enough as Mariners Fall at Union, 2-1
20. USMMA Night at Citi Field – New York Mets
21. USMMA Sports Hall of Fame Adds 7
22. KP Chessie Shotgun Tournament - Saturday September 14, 2013 – RSVP!
23. Sarah Feinberg Takes On Executive Role at USDOT
24. USMMA Hosts Parents Weekend
25. LISCR Appoints New Vice-President
26. JOBS AT MSC: Frequently asked questions, part 5
27. KP Club of Washington, D.C Chapter Hosts Fifth Annual Secretaries Cup Golf Challenge 100813
28. Visit the Academy Web site: http://www.usmma.edu
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** Academy Website Alumni Information page http://www.usmma.edu/alumni
29. Annual Kings Point Sea Fair September 25, 2013
30. KP Alumni – DE Shore Chapter Fall Cruise SATURDAY SEPT 21, 2013 – SAVE THE DATE!
31. USMMA KP ALUMNI - NEW ORLEANS CHAPTER To Host INTERNATIONAL WORKBOAT SHOW EVENTS
32. WorkBoat Show – New Orleans Chapter Events October 10, 2013
33. Port Fourchon Visit Scheduled October 11, 2013
34. USMMA Cadets Corps Dedication ceremony planned in Pass Christian, MS. October 12, 2013
35. KP Chesapeake Veterans Day Commemoration Dinner Honors RADM Buzby (KP ’79) 110713
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1. Rosie: By Any Other Name - The Riveting True Story of the Labor Icon
Attribution: U.S. Department of Labor, Frances Perkins Building, 200 Constitution Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20210
www.dol.gov Telephone: 1-866-4-USA-DOL (1-866-487-2365) Story: http://www.dol.gov/laborday/history-rosie.htm
Labor Day: Monday September 2, 2013 - How it Came About; What it Means
Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic
achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength,
prosperity, and well-being of our country.
Rosie: By Any Other Name - The Riveting True Story of the Labor Icon
Certainly, one of the more readily recognizable icons of labor is "Rosie the Riveter," the indefatigable World War II-era woman
who rolled up her sleeves, flexed her arm muscles and said, "We Can Do It!" But, this isn't the original Rosie.
In 1942, as World War II raged in Europe and the Pacific and the song "Rosie the Riveter" filled radio waves across the home
front, manufacturing giant Westinghouse commissioned artist J. Howard Miller to make a series of posters to promote the war
effort. One such poster featured the image of a woman with her hair wrapped up in a red polka-dot scarf, rolling up her sleeve and
flexing her bicep. At the top of the poster, the words ‘We Can Do It!' are printed in a blue caption bubble. To many people, this
image is "the" Rosie the Riveter. But it was never the intention to make this image "Rosie," nor did many Americans think of her as
"Rosie." The connection of Miller's image and "Rosie" is a recent phenomenon.
The "Rosie" image popular during the war was created by illustrator Norman Rockwell (who had most certainly heard the "Rosie
the Riveter" song) for the cover of the Saturday Evening Post on May 29, 1943 — the Memorial Day issue. The image depicts a
muscular woman wearing overalls, goggles and pins of honor on her lapel. She sports a leather wrist band and rolled-up sleeves.
She sits with a riveting tool in her lap, eating a sandwich, and "Rosie" is inscribed on her lunch pail. And, she's stepping on a copy
of Adolph Hitler's book "Mein Kampf."
The magazine cover exemplified the American can-do spirit and illustrated the notion of women working in previously maledominated manufacturing jobs, an ever-growing reality, to help the United States fight the war while the men fought over seas.
The cover was an enormous success and soon stories about real life "Rosies" began appearing in newspapers across the
country. The government took advantage of the popularity of Rosie the Riveter and embarked on a recruiting campaign of the
same name. The campaign brought millions of women out of the home and into the workforce. To this day, Rosie the Riveter is
still considered the most successful government advertising campaign in history.
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After the war, numerous requests were made for the Saturday Evening Post image of Rosie the Riveter, but Curtis Publishing, the
owner of the Post, refused all requests. The publishing company was possibly concerned that the composers of the song "Rosie
the Riveter" would hold them liable for copyright infringement.
Since then, the J. Howard Miller "We Can Do It!" image has replaced Norman Rockwell's illustration as "Rosie the Riveter" in the
minds of many people. Miller's Rosie has been imprinted on coffee mugs, mouse pads, and countless other items, making her and
not the original "Rosie" the most famous of all labor icons.
2. DOT opens online dialogue on our next Strategic Plan
FAST LANE: The Official Blog of the U.S. Secretary of Transportation – August 27, 2013
http://www.dot.gov/fastlane/dot-opens-online-dialogue-updated-strategic-plan
Posted by Anthony Foxx
The U.S. Department of Transportation has been working on our strategic plan for FY 2014 to FY 2018 since early this spring.
Developing and implementing our strategic plan is an important step in helping the Department address key priorities that
represent the diverse interests of our stakeholders across the country.
Transportation is an engine for growing our economy and creating American jobs. Every day, people and businesses rely on a
multi-modal transportation system to travel and to move goods to consumers at home and abroad. We know that wherever we
invest in transportation infrastructure, opportunities for countless Americans follow. So we want to ensure that our strategic plan
serves as a foundation for building, operating, and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation system.
We also want to ensure that all of our stakeholders have an opportunity to read the plan and weigh in. And that means you.
For the next few weeks, you can review the plan and submit your ideas and comments at the DOT Strategic Plan Online Dialogue
(http://dotstrategicplan.ideascale.com/). The dialogue also provides an opportunity to read and respond to what others are saying
about the plan. Your participation will help us shape the future of transportation in America.
I appreciate any time you can offer to provide this important feedback, and I encourage you to give the Online Dialogue site a visit.
If you prefer, you can also email your comments directly to DOTstratplan@dot.gov.
Thank you!
Anthony Foxx is the 17th U.S. Secretary of Transportation.
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Editorial Notes:
The following “Topics” of particular Maritime applicability have been provided as excerpted for our readers.
DOT Draft Strategic Plan OMB submission public_comment_508
http://dotstrategicplan.ideascale.com/
Maritime (PDF Page 50 of 100 …Numbered as Page 44)
Ports serve as gateways for the import and export of goods in the global economy. Just as DOT is the steward for ensuring that
the interstate highway system is in a state of good repair, DOT has a role in ensuring that access into and out of our ports and
marine facilities can meet both our security needs and the needs of the economy.
There are 400 ports owned and operated by State and local governments, private corporations, or a combination of those entities
in the U.S. Historically, our role in financing port infrastructure has been limited. Through federal investments in port infrastructure
using Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grants and America’s Marine Highway Program, we
incentivize improvements in operations, facilities, and equipment that will make our Nations’ ports more efficient and productive.
The maritime system is a shared responsibility. Federal, State, local, and private sector entities provide input to the condition and
operation of existing facilities. To remain competitive in a global economy, the maritime network will require both technical
assistance and incentives to improve efficiency and maximize the use of existing facilities—and the associated costs are not
insignificant. For example, U.S. public ports spent nearly $9 billion on capital improvement projects from 2004 to 2008.
Additional public investment is needed. By one estimate, the costs attributed to delays in the nation’s inland waterways system
were $33 billion in 2010, and it is expected to increase to nearly $49 billion by 2020. The American Society of Civil Engineers
estimates that an additional, cumulative investment in ports and waterways of $15.8 billion between 2012 and 2020 would protect
a total of $697 billion in GDP during that period and, as of 2020, 738,000 jobs.
The U.S. will need sufficient maritime port capacity to meet the requirements of current and projected import and export trade.
Transportation planners must be prepared to respond to changing trade patterns necessitated by the widening of the Panama
Canal and the potential for the development of an Arctic transportation corridor, which could accommodate cargoes between the
Far East to the U.S. East Coast.
Commercial and government access to privately-owned U.S.-flag commercial ships serving international markets is augmented
through the Maritime Security Program (MSP). MSP provides an annual stipend payment to 60 modern and efficient U.S.-flag
vessels that also participate in the U.S. Voluntary Intermodal Sealift Agreement (VISA) program. The VISA program provides for a
time-phased activation of state-of-the-art commercial intermodal equipment to coincide with DOD requirements while minimizing
disruption to U.S. commercial operations. The MSP and VISA programs help to ensure that the United States will have U.S.-flag
commercial companies, vessels, and crews operating in U.S. foreign trade, along with the intermodal assets of the companies—
providing reliable and efficient commercial and military access to critical foreign markets in the event of disruptions to global
supply chains.
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) (PDF Page 56 of 100 …Numbered as Page 50)
STRATEGIES TO BUILD A DYNAMIC NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION WORKFORCE …
* Advance education programs of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and State Maritime Academies to help meet the needs for
trained merchant mariners for industry and national security;
Maritime Security Program (MSP) (PDF Page 57 of 100 …Numbered as Page 51)
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES, PERFORMANCE GOALS, AND INDICATORS
We will monitor our progress in achieving the Strategic Objectives for the Economic Competitiveness goal using the Performance
Goals and Indicators in Table F.
Table F. Performance Goals, Indicators, and Lead by Economic Competitiveness Strategic Objective.
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Ship Disposal Program (PDF Page 76 of 100 …Numbered as Page 70)
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES, PERFORMANCE GOALS, AND INDICATORS
We will monitor our progress in achieving the Strategic Objectives for the Environmental Sustainability goal using the Performance
Goals and Indicators in Table I.
Table I. Performance Goals, Indicators, and Lead by Environmental Sustainability Strategic
National Defense Reserve Fleet (NDRF) (PDF Page 86 & 87 of 100 …Numbered as Page 80 & 81)
STRATEGIES FOR NATIONAL SECURITY
DOT has responsibility for a number of modal emergency preparedness programs that provide the DOD and civilian agencies with
assured access to commercial transportation during times of national emergency. One of our competencies is to maintain reserve
sealift capacity in support of national defense. We maintain government-owned ships in the Ready Reserve Force (RRF), which is
a part of the National Defense Reserve Force (NDRF). The RRF is comprised of 46 vessels that provide surge sealift capacity for
DOD deployments and other emergencies. These RRF vessels are operated and maintained according to strict DOD readiness
timelines, employing the expertise of commercial ship management companies and civilian crews to be mission ready within five
days of activation. In response to Superstorm Sandy in late 2012, MARAD activated one RRF vessel and two NDRF training
vessels to provide berthing and meals to for Federal-relief workers in the New York City area.
Our strategies for ensuring defense mobility include:
* Maintain government-owned transportation assets, and provide access to commercial transportation assets for critical support
for defense mobility and emergency response;
* Maintain steadfast defense readiness across all operating administrations in their respective national security responsibilities
through interagency cooperation and drills with the DOD, DHS and other Federal, State, and local agencies.
DOT FY14 Presidents Budget to Congress April 2013
http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/budget/fy2014/assets/transportation.pdf
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3. Position Open: Marine Transportation (Assistant Professor/Master of Training Vessel)
Attribution: USMMA Website – www.usmma.edu
Career Opportunities http://www.usmma.edu/about/employment/career-opportunities
Updated: Monday, August 9, 2013, Marcie Katcher, Director of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
https://cms.usmma.edu/about/employment/marine-transportation-assistant-professormaster-trng-vessel
Job Title:
Marine Transportation (Assistant Professor/Master of Training Vessel)
Department: U.S. Department of Transportation
Agency: Maritime Administration
Sub Agency: U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Job Announcement #:
USMMA-2013-14
OPEN PERIOD: August 19, 2013 to September 9, 2013
SALARY RANGE: $63,066.00 - $135,385.00 Per Annum
JOB SUMMARY: The Mission of the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) is to educate and graduate merchant
marine officers and leaders of honor and integrity who serve the maritime industry and armed forces and contribute to the
economic, defense, and homeland security interests of the United States.
The position is that of the Master of the Training Vessel Kings Pointer and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Marine
Transportation, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, N.Y. The Academy is a degree granting institution fully accredited
by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Upon graduation, the Midshipmen (male and female) are awarded
Bachelor of Science degrees, licensed as Merchant Marine Officers by the U.S. Coast Guard and are commissioned as Officers in
the U.S. Reserves or Active Duty Military Service. Located on the North Shore of Long Island in Western Nassau County, it is one
of the world’s foremost institutions in the field of maritime education and consists of 82 acres of waterfront land including a
Museum, library and fitness/recreational facilities available to both faculty and staff. For further information, visit our web site
at http://www.usmma.edu.
4. ACADEMY
NEWS
We congratulate Marcie Katcher - Director of External Affairs, for her outstanding work of “upgrading“ the Academy website!
Visit the site for up-to-date ACADEMY COMMUNICATIONS http://www.usmma.edu/communications
Marcie Katcher - Director of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, 300 Steamboat Road, Wiley Hall, Kings Point,
New York 11024 katcherm@usmma.edu Ofc: 516-726-6048 Fax: 516-773-5582
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5. Rep. Israel Meets with USMMA Midshipmen Before Homeless Veteran Summit
Attribution: USMMA Website – www.usmma.edu ACADEMY COMMUNICATIONS http://www.usmma.edu/communications
Media Advisory: August 27, 2013, Marcie Katcher, Director of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
https://cms.usmma.edu/node/2466/draftan-summit
Kings Point, N.Y. - On Friday, August 23, Representative Steve Israel (D-NY) hosted a summit at the U.S. Merchant Marine
Academy (USMMA) to discuss the issue of homelessness among veterans and solutions to combat it. Before the start of the
session, he had a tour of the Academy’s capital improvements and met with his nominee midshipmen in front of Melville Hall
where the summit took place.
Admiral James A. Helis, Ph.D., superintendent at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, introduced the congressman at the summit.
According to the Veteran Administration, more than 60,000 veterans were homeless on any given night in 2012, representing
roughly 13% of entire homeless population. Congressman Israel moderated a panel discussion and welcome feedback from
various stakeholders for a solution to address this importance issue.
Updated: Tuesday, August 27, 2013
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6. Ehrhardt First Classmen EMS Service Award ceremony Wednesday September 4, 2013
Attribution: USMMA Website – www.usmma.edu ACADEMY COMMUNICATIONS http://www.usmma.edu/communications
Media Advisory: September 3, 2013, Marcie Katcher, Director of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Invitation
The Academy community and press are invited to a very special mid-day event on Wednesday, 04 September, at the U.S.
Merchant Marine Academy, at 12:15 p.m. The Ehrhardt First Classmen EMS Service Award ceremony is taking place to honor
outstanding EMT services to the community. We hope you will join us after the holiday.
In 2009, the Erhardt First Classmen EMS Service Award was created to recognize graduating midshipman Emergency Medical
Technicians (EMT’s) for outstanding service and accomplishments throughout their tenure at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.
The $1,000 award can be given to one or two graduating midshipmen each year and is funded for 30 years.
The 2013 awards ceremony marks the fifth year anniversary that the award will be given to graduating midshipmen EMTs.
In order to memorialize the accomplishment of these outstanding midshipmen, Mr. Ehrhardt will donate a perpetual plaque to the
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy which will record the name of each recipient of the award for the first 30 years of the awards
existence.
Join us in honoring the selfless service and contribution of the EMT service to our community.
When: Wednesday, 04 September 2013, 1215 – 1230
Where: Wiley Hall, Steps facing the War Memorial (Rain location - Wiley Quarterdeck)
What: Christian Erhardt will be presenting the gift of a plaque in honor and recognition of USMMA’s EMTS and their work with
Rick Sager, B.S., M.P.S., administrator of the Department of Health Services & Emergency Medical Services.
Who: Captain Kennedy, Commandant, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Welcome and introduction of Christian Erhardt
•
Christian Erhardt
•
Rick Sager, B.S., M.P.S., Administrator of the Department of Health Services & Emergency Medical Services
•
Rear Admiral Helis, Ph.D., Superintendent of U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.
Background
This event highlights the service and value of the USMMA EMT program to the community.
Christian Ehrhardt, long-time resident of Long Island from Manhasset and Great Neck grandparents were Great Neck residents for
over fifty years. His mother and four siblings part were an integral part of the Great Neck community. When their father had a
medical crisis at the house, Midshipman Patrick Gorman '07, part of the USMMA EMT program and volunteer with Great Neck
Vigilant Fire Department responded and saved his life.
Christian established a thirty year monetary award for outstanding USMMA EMT midshipmen that is given each year in memory of
his grandfather’s life being saved. He is now donating a plaque that will engrave the award winners names each year.
Over the last five years Mr. Ehrhardt has delivered guest lectures at the Academy on the topics of international security and
leadership, served as a mentor to the Midshipmen EMTs and has been a member of the USMMA Alumni Association and
Foundation’s Superintendents Council. He serves as a career member of the United States Foreign Service with prior overseas
postings in Iraq, Libya and Haiti. He is a resident of Manhasset and a volunteer firefighter/EMT with the Manhasset-Lakeville Fire
Department.
Editorial Note:
Pictured: Christian Ehrhardt (Left Photo middle) attends USMMA Superintendents Council Day April 29, 2011
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7. U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Announces Acceptance Day Ceremony and Parade
Attribution: USMMA Website – www.usmma.edu ACADEMY COMMUNICATIONS http://www.usmma.edu/communications
Media Advisory: September 3, 2013, Marcie Katcher, Director of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
237 Plebes Join the Regiment of Midshipmen and U.S. Navy Reserve
KINGS POINT, NEW YORK, September 3, 2013 - The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) will welcome 237 “plebe
candidates” of the Class of 2017 into the Regiment of Midshipmen as they take the Academy oath administrated by Rear Admiral
Helis during Acceptance Day Ceremony and Parade, Saturday, September 7, 2013 at 9:30 a.m.
They will be sworn in as U.S. Navy Reserve midshipmen by Vice Admiral Robin R. Bruan, chief of Navy Reserve, commander,
Navy Reserve Force. Braun has accumulated 5,800 flight hours in Navy aircraft. Her awards include Defense Superior Service
Medal, Legion of Merit (three awards), the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (two awards), and the Navy and Marine
Corps Achievement Medal (three awards).
On Friday, September 6, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. “The Ceremony of the Beating Retreat,” a musical extravaganza takes place as a
tribute to the midshipmen’s parents for the guidance, support and encouragement provided to our new future “national leaders.”
The program includes a special joint performance with the Nassau County Police Pipes and Drums as part of the grand finale.
WHAT: Acceptance Day Ceremony and Parade – marks the official advancement of the Class of 2017 from their status as “plebe
candidates” to “plebes,” and their formal acceptance into the Regiment of Midshipman and the U.S. Navy Reserve.
WHO:
 Acting Maritime Administrator, Paul “Chip” Jaenichen
 Chief of Navy Reserve, Vice Admiral Robin R. Braun
 USMMA Superintendent, Rear Admiral, James A. Helis Ph.D.
 Deputy Superintendent, Rear Admiral Dunlap
 Commandant Capt. Kennedy
 Deputy Commandant, Capt. DeStafney
WHEN & WHERE:
 Friday, Sept 6, at 7:30 p.m., “The Ceremony of the Beating Retreat” O’Hara Hall
 Saturday, Sept. 7, at 9:30 a.m., Brooks Stadium, Tomb Field
VISUAL: Formal marching parade and regimental band performance includes the Color Guard, formal ceremony with official oath
taken for the U.S. Navy Reserve and the Regiment of Midshipmen. As a symbol of their change in status, the plebes will be
pinned after the Acceptance Day Ceremony and will wear their United States Navy Reserve, Merchant Marine Reserve pin.
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8. WWII Veterans Participate in 50th Honor Flight Chicago
Honor Flight Chicago Web site: http://www.honorflightchicago.org/
The 50th Flight of Honor Flight Chicago took place on August 7, 2013. Honor Flight Chicago was founded to recognize our
Veterans – most specifically our WWII Veterans – with a day of honor, remembrance and celebration from a proud and grateful
nation. 700+ Guardians and Volunteers work tirelessly year round to not only raise money for these flights, but also to provide
Veteran outreach, community and school education, and public relations support. Without their dedication and commitment, we
would not be able to deliver on the promise of Honor Flight Chicago.
http://www.honorflightchicago.org/
50th Flight of Honor Flight Chicago at the WWII Memorial, Washington, D.C.
Among the 92 honorees selected was John Peterlin Jr., father of Captain John Peterlin III (KP ’76). John states, “My Dad will turn
87 years old this December. I am really pleased beyond measure that he is going to be able to experience this. He was in the
U.S. Army Air Corps stationed at Clark Air Base on Luzon in the Philippines at the end of World War II. He went over and came
back on troop ships. I believe there is a photo of one of his troop ships hanging in the hallway over at MITAGS.”
The organization states,
“The day with Honor Flight Chicago will be a long and emotional yet exhilarating one. To prepare yourself be sure to get lots of
rest and plenty of nourishment, especially fluids, during the days leading up to your flight.
Flight day itineraries vary, but here is an idea of a “typical” flight day:
You’ll arrive at Midway Airport for check in at approximately 4:30am. This early arrival allows time for checking in, meeting up with
your guardian for the day, processing through TSA security and enjoying a light breakfast at the gate before boarding the flight to
Washington D.C. At the airport we will climb aboard our deluxe motor coaches and head toward our first stop.
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The highlight of every trip is a visit to the World War II Memorial where you will have ample time to marvel at the beauty and
symbolism, explore the site and simply sit and remember those who were left behind. There are endless opportunities to take
pictures to remind you of the visit to your memorial.
There are a number of locations around the Washington area we would like to visit, but we must limit the number we can go to.
These vary from trip to trip, but may include some of the following: Air and Space Museum at Chantilly, VA (where the Enola Gay
and other WWII aircraft can be seen), Iwo Jima Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, Fort Myer, Lincoln Memorial, or the
Korean and Vietnam Memorials. After visiting the memorials, we will head to the airport for our flight home.”
The youngest sister of Captain John Peterlin III (KP ’76), Josette (Peterlin) Szalko, lives with her husband and son in the Chicago
area near their parents. Josette states, “During the flight home, there will be a surprise Mail Call for the veterans. Each will
receive a package of letter and cards from people thanking them for their service. Many of these will be from people the veterans
do not know. I am gathering some notes and bring them to the airport on Wednesday when I drop off Dad. It would be nice for
Dad to have some notes from his loved ones.”
The USMMA KP Alumni – Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc. was pleased to provide such a letter of congratulations to honoree
John Peterlin, Jr., on behalf of all our KP Alumni! We appreciate the thoughtful note that we received in turn.
John Peterlin, Jr., Veteran, U.S. Army Air Corps, WWII
The American veteran is one of our greatest treasures... those men and women who answered our nation's call, especially at
times of our greatest need. The mission of Honor Flight Chicago is to honor and thank those veterans - especially now our
WWII veterans, by bringing them to Washington DC, at no cost to them, for a day of honor.
Would you like to assist join Honor Flight Chicago as they treat these humble, unassuming men and women to a most
extraordinary day? Volunteer to help with the flight logistics or become a guardian to safeguard our vets on their flight day. The
cost is roughly $500 per veteran to go to Washington. Donate with your time or resources to help send as many vets as possible.
There are an estimated 21,000 WWII veterans in the Chicagoland area - Honor Flight Chicago would like to reach every one.
Visit Honor Flight Chicago Web site: http://www.honorflightchicago.org/
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9. U.S. Coast Guard MERPAC Meeting on Sept. 11-12 at MITAGS [Event]
Attribution: The Maritime Executive, August 28, 2013 By MarEx
http://www.maritime-executive.com/article/Event-US-Coast-Guard-MERPAC-Meeting-on-Sept-1112-at-MITAGS-2013-08-28/
The U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Personnel Advisory Committee (MERPAC) will be meeting on September 11-12, 2013, at the
Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies (MITAGS). The meeting is open to the public.
The agenda can be viewed HERE (http://www.maritime-executive.com/media/files/m39-Agenda-final.doc).
Attendees that need sleeping room accommodations, MERPAC has arranged a special rate of $167/night that includes meals.
To make a reservation, go to www.ccmit.org, select “reservations” and enter:
Group ID 19960, Password 37001422
10. USCG - members sought for MERPAC
Attribution: Bryant's Maritime Blog, September 3, 2013
Bryant's Maritime Consulting - 4845 SW 91st Way - Gainesville, FL 32608-8135 - USA
Tel: 1-352-692-5493 - Email: dennis.l.bryant@gmail.com - Internet: http://brymar-consulting.com
The US Coast Guard seeks applications for membership on the Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committee (MERPAC).
Applications should be received by 4 November. 78 Fed. Reg. 54265
(http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2013-09-03/pdf/2013-21291.pdf) (September 3, 2013).
Editorial Note:
Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committee
http://www.uscg.mil/hq/cg5/cg522/cg5221/merpac.asp
Establishment and Purpose:
The Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committee (MERPAC) was first established in 1992 at the request of the Commandant.
MERPAC's purpose is to advise the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), via the Commandant, U.S. Coast
Guard, on matters relating to the training, qualification, licensing, certification and fitness of seamen in the merchant marine. The
Committee acts in an advisory capacity in accordance with 5 U.S.C. App. I (1976), the Federal Advisory Committee Act.
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Membership and Staff Support:
The Committee consists of up to 19 members who have particular areas of expertise, knowledge, and experience in the maritime
industry. The Committee's charter outlines specific groups from which these experts shall be chosen. A member's term lasts three
years, with approximately one-third of the members' terms expiring each year. From these members, the Commandant will
choose a Chair and Vice-Chair, who will preside over the committee. In addition to its membership, the Committee has an
Executive Director. This individual is a full-time salaried official of the U.S. Coast Guard. The Executive Director furnishes
administrative and staff support for the committee, and he or she will be present, or be represented by an Acting Executive
Director, at each meeting.
11. USMMA Sports – Upcoming Events
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com
Friday, Aug. 30 Women's Volleyball vs. Wentworth 7:00 PM Kings Point Invitational
Saturday, Aug. 31 Women's Volleyball vs. CCNY 10:00 AM Kings Point Invitational
Saturday, Aug. 31 Women's Volleyball vs. Farmingdale State 4:00 PM Kings Point Invitational
Saturday, Aug. 31 Men's Soccer at Rensselaer 4:30 PM Union Tournament
Sunday, Sep. 1 Men's Soccer at Union (NY) 2:00 PM Union Tournament
Wednesday, Sep. 4 Men's Soccer at Rutgers-Newark 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Sep. 4 Women's Volleyball at Manhattanville 7:00 PM
Saturday, Sep. 7 Football vs. Susquehanna 2:30 PM
12. USMMA Athletic Hall of Famer Jules A. "Red" Wagner '45 Passes Away
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com General Sports News – August 27, 2013
http://www.usmmasports.com/General/2013-14/RedWagner
The Merchant Marine Athletics family lost a true friend and legend as Jules A. "Red" Wagner passed away earlier this week.
Wagner was inducted into the Merchant Marine Athletic Hall of Fame as part of the 2005 class. He continued to serve and
support the Academy throughout his life and will be fondly remembered by the entire Kings Point community. We offer our
condolences to the Wagner family and to Red all we can say is thank you for everything and you will be greatly missed.
Jules A. "Red" Wagner's Plaque in the USMMA Athletic Hall of Fame Reads:
Jules A. “Red” Wagner, a 1945 USMMA graduate, became one of the athletes to represent the academy in high-profile
competition. He was an accomplished speed skater prior to arriving at Kings Point and represented the academy well with
numerous top finishes in Middle Atlantic States Skating Association competitions. Wagner advanced to the finals of the Senior
Men’s Silver Skates Derby at Madison Square Garden in 1943, and recorded a fifth-place finish in 1945.
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Adm. Giles C. Stedman recognized Wagner for his efforts by writing a letter of commendation, and ordered Kendrick Field to be
flooded to create a practice rink for Wagner. He has also been an active supporter of the Academy following his graduation.
Wagner has been actively involved with the Northern New Jersey Alumni Chapter Mariners Award since its inception in 1964, and
has chaired the program since 1970. He worked in the press box at Mariner’s football games from 1974-1994, including spending
five years as the public address announcer.
Wagner also received a number of awards for his contributions to the Academy, including: the first Northern New Jersey Alumni
Chapter Achievement Award, the Blue & Gray Outstanding Alumni Service for Varsity Athletics Award, the 1980 Meritorious
Alumni Service Award, and the 1983 Alumni Association Information Representative of the Year. He has also been a loyal
member of the Mariners gridiron club for over 20 years. Wagner has additionally served on the Alumni Association Board of
Directors and was Regional Vice President. He has continued to compete in athletic events since leaving the Academy,
completing five New York City Marathons and a Long Island Marathons from 1985-1990. He has earned over 200 awards in
downhill skiing in the Slalom, Giant Slalom, and Super G events. In the 2004-05 season alone, he won 15 first-place medals and
won the American Ski Racing Alliance 2005 Season class championship; which he also won in 2004.
13. USMMA Picked Fifth in Landmark Conference Preseason Poll
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Men’s Soccer – August 21, 2013
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/msoc/2013-14/releases/20130821fidhgy
Kings Point, NY – The Landmark Conference released its 2013 preseason soccer poll this morning, tabbing the Mariners fifth
heading into the 2013 campaign.
Scranton was selected tops in the conference receiving six of seven possible first-place votes, with Catholic and Susquehanna
respectively rounding out the top three:
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2013 Landmark Men's Soccer Preseason Poll
Rank
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Institution (First Place Votes) Points
Scranton (6)
67
Catholic (1)
46
Susquehanna (1)
42
Drew
37
USMMA
24
Juniata
17
Goucher
16
Moravian
7
Looking to rebound from their first season with less than 10 wins since 1990, Merchant Marine has its sights set on a bounce back
year with the return of All-Conference goalkeeper Gary Poulin, who missed the entire 2012 season.
"Last fall was a season full of trials and tribulations," said Head Coach Michael Smolens. Coach Fitzgerld, Coach Banks, and I are
pleased with the work our guys have done so far, and we're looking forward to getting back to the type of success we've had over
the past few decades here at Kings Point."
The top four teams in the final regular season standings qualify for postseason play in the Landmark Conference Tournament.
The top two seeds will host semifinals Nov. 6 with the highest remaining seed scheduled to host the championship Nov. 9. The
conference champion will earn the automatic qualifier to the NCAA Division III Tournament.
USMMA kicks off their season at the Union Tournament when they take on Rensselaer Saturday August 31st at 4:30 PM in
Schenectady, NY.
14. USMMA Athletic Director Sue Petersen Lubow Named Katherine Ley Award Winner
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com General Sports News – August 29, 2013
http://www.usmmasports.com/General/2013-14/LubowECAC
*Courtesy of ECAC.org*
CENTERVILLE, Mass. - Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Commissioner Dr. Kevin T. McGinniss announced today
that United States Merchant Marine Academy Athletics Director Susan Petersen Lubow has been named the recipient of the 2013
Katherine Ley Award. Petersen Lubow will be recognized at the 2013 ECAC Honors Dinner held in conjunction with the 25th
Annual ECAC Convention and Trade Show that will be held September 29-October 1 at the Sea Crest Beach Hotel in North
Falmouth, Mass. The Honors Dinner is Sunday, September 29 at 6:30pm.
“It is an extreme honor to be the recipient of the 2013 Katherine Ley Award,” Petersen Lubow said. “The previous winners of this
award have contributed so much to college athletics, more specifically women’s athletics. To have my name join theirs on this
prestigious award is truly humbling and remarkable."
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The Katherine Ley Award was established in 1983 for the purpose of honoring an eastern women's athletics administrator who
exemplifies the values and characteristics displayed by Katherine Ley which include: a strong proponent of women's issues; a
creator of programs and opportunities for women in athletics; an idea person; a role model for women coaches and administrators;
a person of demonstrated leadership, one who has the ability to make things happen and the ability to work with others; a person
with a sense of what the past has to offer and what the future may bring; a person with a sense of humor that makes good times
better and bad times easier to bear.
Peterson Lubow has served as the Head of the Department of Physical Education and Athletics at the United State Merchant
Marine Academy for 25 years. Upon her appointment in July, 1990, she became the first female to hold the position of Director of
Athletics at any of the United States Federal Academies. in 1979, she became the first female head coach of a men’s varsity team
at any United States Federal Academy as she took over the men’s and women’s swimming and diving programs. During her 11year tenure, the men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams compiled a 148-67 record, amassed 48 All-Americans and a
men’s and women’s NCAA Division III individual National Champion.
“Sue is a role model for both men and women in athletics,” said United States Merchant Marine Academy Assistant Athletic
Director of Recruitment and Retention Charlie Pravata. “She has always had the ability to lead, listen and mentor the people in her
department. She is a great administrator.”
Petersen Lubow has served on numerous committees within the ECAC. She has been Chairperson of the Marketing Committee,
Chair of the Swimming and Diving Committee, Chair of the Finance Committee, an Executive Board member and was the first
woman in conference history to chair the ECAC Division III Football Committee. At the 1998 ECAC Honors Dinner, Petersen
Lubow was awarded the ECAC Jostens’ Female Administrator of the Year. Nationally, she is heavily involved with both USA
Swimming and Diving and NCAA Swimming and Diving. Currently, she serves as the Secretary and Rules Editor for the NCAA
Division I, II and III Swimming and Diving Committee.
In 1966, Katherine Ley was one of the founders of the Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics for Women, the forerunner of the
Association of Intercollegiate Athletics for Women. After serving a 12-year tenure at the State University College at Cortland as
chair of Physical Education and Athletics for Women, Ley became athletics director at Capital University in Ohio. At the time, she
was one of only two women athletic administrators heading both men's and women's athletics.
15. USMMA Soccer Players Instruct at Youth Clinic in Long Beach
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Men’s Soccer – August 21, 2013
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/msoc/2013-14/releases/20130830qaxkcp
For the second consecutive year the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy soccer team ran a youth soccer skills clinic for the Long
Beach Soccer Club. The team administered drills, gave instruction and played games with a number of young players at Veterans
Memorial Field at Long Beach Middle School. The players ranged from ages 6-12 and were taught about proper sportsmanship
as well as soccer fundamentals.
"It is great to see the youngsters learn more about the game and having fun while doing it, but our guys also gain a lot from the
experience," said USMMA Head Soccer Coach Michael Smolens. "It is terrific that our players get to share their knowledge of the
game with the kids, and they truly enjoyed the interactions during the clinic."
The Long Beach Soccer Club strives to provide developmental and competitive soccer for community children ages 4-19 in a safe
and nurturing environment. Over the last two years, USMMA's relationship with the Long Beach Soccer Club has been mutually
beneficial.
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"When coaching youth sports, our goal is that the players apply the lessons and skills we teach beyond the playing field," said
Mary Conway of the Long Beach Soccer Club. "Having the young men from the Merchant Marine Academy come down not only
gave our children some great lessons on soccer, but also some great role models to look up to."
The USMMA soccer team opens the season this weekend at the Union Soccer Classic where they will square-off with the host
Dutchmen as well as Rensselaer.
16. Service Aces Propel Merchant Marine in Season Opening Victory
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Women' s Volleyball – August 30, 2013
http://usmmasports.com/sports/wvball/2013-14/releases/20130830gtathj
Kings Point, NY – Junior Michelle Danhof's (San Antonio, TX) 11 service aces are now third most in Academy history in a single
match as the Mariners rattled off 18 total aces in a 3-1 triumph over Wentworth Friday night in the 2013 Kings Point Invitational.
Cassandra Palma (Loomis, CA) also had a huge night for USMMA as she paced the team with 18 kills and eight digs. The result
also gives new Mariner Head Coach Iain Bradbury his first collegiate victory.
Merchant Marine (1-0) got off to a blistering start behind a raucous crowd of over 200 Midshipmen as four Danhof service aces
quickly made it 7-1. The visitors battled back to cut the deficit to 13-12 before back-to-back kills from Jennifer Perkins (North
Attleboro, MA) reestablished a cushion for the Mariners. USMMA claimed five of the last six points in the set and a block from
Charlene Swick (Incline Village, NV) and Jordy Macbeth gave Merchant Marine the first set of 2013, 25-18.
Wentworth (0-1) earned a 7-3 advantage early in the second set but the Mariners chipped away until they took six straight points
on the serve of Danhof to gain a 19-16 edge. The home side again was superior down the stretch and went up 2-0 with a 25-20
decision. Macbeth registered four blocks in her first collegiate match as the Mariners six blocks as a team matched its highest
total from last season.
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The Leopards refused to go quietly and a 5-1 spurt in the middle of the third game would ultimately be the difference in a 25-21
victory for the visitors. Wentworth was led by the double-double performance, 13 kills and 14 digs, from Hannah Bailey.
However, the Leopards only swung at a .129 clip for the match and registered just 32 total kills compared to 48 kills for Merchant
Marine.
USMMA blew open what was a tightly contested fourth set by engineering a 9-2 run that included three Danhof service aces and
three Palma kills. Perkins had the duty of sending the final point to the floor with one of her six kills of the match ending the set,
25-20, and the match 3-1.
The Mariners return to action tomorrow with matches at 10:00 am and 4:00 pm against CCNY and Farmingdale State to close out
the 2013 Kings Point Invitational. Merchant Marine will be attempting to win its own tournament for a second straight year.
Wentworth at. Merchant Marine @ Kings Point, NY (O'Hara Hall) 8/30/2013 at 7:20 pm
FULL STATS: http://usmmasports.com/sports/wvball/2013-14/boxscores/20130830_zud8.xml
17. Mariners Claim 2013 Kings Point Invitational Title; Defeat CCNY & Farmingdale St.
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Women' s Volleyball – August 31, 2013
http://usmmasports.com/sports/wvball/2013-14/releases/20130831i41j0w
Cassandra Palma (’15)
Kings Point, NY – The USMMA volleyball team completed a perfect opening weekend of the 2013 season, claiming their own
tournament for the second straight year, with 3-0 victories over CCNY and Farmingdale St. Saturday inside O'Hara Hall.
Cassandra Palma (Loomis, CA) was named Tournament MVP after recording double-digit kills in every match. Freshman Jordy
Macbeth (Orlando, FL) also secured a spot on the All-Tournament Team after hitting .438 and posting eight blocks on the
weekend.
Merchant Marine (3-0) opened day two of the tournament with a 3-0 sweep of CCNY in which the Mariners dominated at the net.
USMMA recorded 11 blocks in the match with junior Jennifer Perkins (North Attleboro, MA) earning seven total blocks, one solo
and six assists. The Mariners dropped in nine service aces in the opening game, including three from Perkins, en route to a 25-19
win.
CCNY (1-2) claimed four straight points late in the middle set to grab a 23-19 and burn the Mariners' final timeout. The Beavers
had a pair of set points at 24-22 following a USMMA attack error. However, Merchant Marine responded with back-to-back points
on kills from Michelle Danhof (San Antonio, TX) and Palma to level the score line at 24-24. Danhof gave USMMA set point with a
service ace and Palma hammered home one of her match high 11 kills to end the set, 26-24, and put the home team up 2-0
overall.
The Mariners ran away with the third set, opening up a comfortable 12-3 cushion and eventually cruised to a 25-16 victory that
secured the 3-0 sweep. Perkins supplied four kills and four blocks in the final frame as the Mariners hit at a .192 clip. Riley
Huelbig (Poolesville, MD) dished out 14 assists in the match while Paige Queen (Falcon, CO) added 10 helpers of her own.
Merchant Marine wrapped up the weekend with its best hitting performance of the tournament, notching 46 kills against
Farmingdale State. The Mariners got five kills in the opening set from Charlene Swick (Incline Village, NV) as USMMA netted 17
kills along with a .250 hitting mark. Macbeth supplied the final kill on one of Huelbig's 32 assists to give the home team the 25-20
victory.
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Farmingdale State appeared to be in control of the second set and held a 21-17 advantage before USMMA Head Coach Iain
Bradbury called for a timeout. The first year head coach's team responded by winning five straight points as well as taking the
momentum. Macbeth again came up huge late as she powered down another set point to end the frame, 28-26. Macbeth totaled
eight kills and did not make an error in the match, good for a superb .667 hitting percentage.
The Mariners engineered a 9-3 run midway through the final set to take a commanding 19-12 lead. Palma would fittingly end the
tournament with one of her 14 kills of the contest to claim the set, 25-17, and the match 3-0. A pair of freshman anchored the
USMMA defense as Darin Zacharias (Virginia Beach, VA) posted a match high 12 digs and Amanda See (Waukesha, WI) chipped
in seven digs of her own.
The USMMA volleyball team returns to action Wednesday night as they travel to Manhattanville to take on the Valiants at 7:00 pm.
2013 Kings Point Invitational All-Tournament Team
Cassandra Palma – USMMA (MVP)
Jordy Macbeth – USMMA
Hannah Bailey – Wentworth
Amanda Husson – Wentworth
Sarah Palladino – Farmingdale St.
Leticia Marotti – CCNY
Farmingdale State at.Merchant Marine @ Kings Point, NY (O'Hara Hall) 8/31/2013 at 4:00 pm
FULL STATS: http://usmmasports.com/sports/wvball/2013-14/boxscores/20130831_54bf.xml
CCNY at. Merchant Marine @ Kings Point, NY (O'Hara Hall) 8/31/2013 at 10:00 am
FULL STATS: http://usmmasports.com/sports/wvball/2013-14/boxscores/20130831_cq4f.xml
18. USMMA Falls to RPI, 2-0, in First Round of Union Soccer Classic
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Men’s Soccer – August 31, 2013
http://usmmasports.com/sports/msoc/2013-14/releases/20130831echjdo
*Courtesy of Union Sports Information*
SCHENECTADY, NY- The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute men's soccer team defeated the United States Merchant Marine
Academy 2-0 in the second game of the Union Soccer Classic.
RPI opened the scoring early as sophomore midfielder Matt Carberry buried the feed from sophomore forward Esmir Hadzic at the
1:15-minute mark of the first half.
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An abundance of mid-field play was the theme of the game as both teams shook off the dust of a long offseason. The first half
ended with the Engineers leading 1-0.
RPI was quick to strike in the second half as well as senior defenseman Ian Halter registered his first goal of the season. Halter
buried a header past senior goaltender Gary Poulin. Junior midfielder Matt Koizol, one of Engineers' captains and the leading
scorer from a year ago, registered his first point of the season with the pass to Halter off a free kick.
USMMA sophomore forward Dan Weldon received a yellow card after an incident at the 88-minute mark.
RPI goalkeeper Rob Dewald made the lone save of the night off a quick shot by Mariner's senior midfielder Kevin Pfeil.
Both teams return to action tomorrow in the second leg of the Union Soccer Classic. The Mariners will take on Union College at 2
p.m. at College Park. RPI will play Berkeley College at 4:30 p.m.
Merchant Marine vs. Rensselaer at Schenectady, NY 8/31/2013 at 6:15
FULL STATS: http://usmmasports.com/sports/msoc/2013-14/boxscores/20130831_yl9e.xml
19. Late Goal Not Enough as Mariners Fall at Union, 2-1
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com USMMA Men’s Soccer – September 1, 2013
http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/msoc/2013-14/releases/20130901if2xd1
Schenectady, NY - The USMMA men's soccer game dropped a 2-1 decision to Union Saturday afternoon at the Union College
Soccer Classic. Freshman Tim Hughes (Ballston Lake, NY) registered the first goal of his collegiate career and of the Mariners
season in the 90th minute. Classmate Brennan Becker (Weston, FL) earned an assist on the tally but the Mariners were unable to
complete a late comeback.
"We have a lot of different guys in different roles for us this season," said Head Coach Michael Smolens. "However, while we
obviously didn't want to start 0-2 this year we learned a lot about our team. We learned those things and will get better because of
the quality competition we played this weekend."
Union (2-0-0) opened the scoring just 1:45 before halftime as Kevin Janson converted on a penalty kick, finding the lower right
corner of the net. The Dutchmen made it a 2-0 affair just under five minutes into the second half as Daniel Miller's strike from just
outside the 18-yard box also found the back of the net.
Merchant Marine (0-2-0) scored with 37 seconds remaining in regulation as Hughes struck a header through traffic for USMMA's
first marker of the 2013 campaign. The Mariners outshot the home team in the second half but dropped its second straight
contest.
The USMMA soccer team will look to bounce back Wednesday night as they take on Rutgers-Newark on the road at 7:00 pm.
Merchant Marine vs. Union (NY) at Schenectady, NY, 9/1/2013 at 2:00
FULL STATS: http://www.usmmasports.com/sports/msoc/2013-14/boxscores/20130901_m3ff.xml
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20. USMMA Night at Citi Field – New York Mets
Attribution: http://newyork.mets.mlb.com/nym/ballpark/index.jsp The Official Site of the New York Mets
http://newyork.mets.mlb.com/nym/ticketing/group_offers.jsp?group=usmma
Attribution: Photographic credit to Midshipman Shawn Wehking, Class of 2015, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
https://picasaweb.google.com/111336988680407575770/MNWehking2015GonzalesAndSee2017MetsGame2013
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21. USMMA Sports Hall of Fame Adds 7
Attribution: Great Neck Patch, Posted by Jason Molinet (Editor) , August 27, 2013 at 11:01 AM
http://greatneck.patch.com/groups/sports/p/usmma-sports-hall-of-fame-adds-7
Merchant Marine Academy HOF to induct seven sports stars during Homecoming weekend.
The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Athletic Hall of Fame. Photo Credit: USMMA.
Homecoming weekend will take on special significance for seven new inductees to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Athletic
Hall of Fame.
The 15th induction class in USMMA history features: All-American wrestler Les Kempf (Class of 1967); football standouts Tyler
Caruso (’70) and Chris Fiore (’86), basketball’s John Doherty (’89), volleyball and swimming star Michelle May Porter (’95), AllAmerican sailor Bill Hardesty (’98) and former USMMA volleyball coach Jim Hettenbach.
“I have been very fortunate to be present for every Hall of Fame induction since its inception in 1990,” AD Sue Petersen Lubow
said. “In my 34 years at the Academy, it’s been an honor and privilege to, literally, watch the careers of our accomplished athletes
and coaches. This group is no stranger to success and it’s going to be special to celebrate this wonderful achievement with them.”
The event, hosted by the USMMA Alumni Association and Foundation, is Sept. 27 at 6 p.m. at the academy’s Melville Hall Officers
Club.
There are 106 USMMA Hall of Famers.
Editorial Note: USMMA Athletic Hall of Fame (List of Members)
http://www.usmmasports.com/traditions/Hall_of_Fame_Roster_-_Photos/HOF_Roster
Attribution: www.USMMASports.com General Sports News
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22. KP Chessie
Shotgun Tournament - Saturday September 14, 2013 – RSVP!
KP Chesapeake Shotgun Tournament Competition!
Saturday September 14, 2013 - 9:00AM to 1:00PM
A NRA Shooting Sports Competition Camp Program,
Directed by Long Branch Rifle Association, Inc.
Loch Raven Skeet & Trap Center, 12301 Dulaney Valley Rd, Phoenix, MD 21131
Join the fun- test your skill! Support our Annual September Shotgun Competition Event.
Tournament open to EVERYONE - ALL AGES – NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!
Proceeds to support USMMA Shooting Sports:
United States Merchant Marine Academy Pistol Team & Rifle Club Team
Shotgun Tournament Cost: $ 40.00 all-inclusive per shooter. EVERYTHING IS PROVIDED including:
Shotguns, Ammunition, Drinks, Snacks, Expert Coaching, Awards, & Luncheon! Luncheon (12:30 PM) provided in the LRS&T
Pavilion. FIREARMS Note: Shotgun Tournament will be shot using any safe shotgun that is suitable for target shooting. All
shotguns, ammo and clay targets will be provided. Youth & ladies model shotguns provided. (Please specify 12 or 20 gauge with
registration)
* ALL USMMA MIDSHIPMEN ARE INVITED – AS OUR GUESTS! NO $ CHARGE!
Tournament Agenda:
9:00 AM Check-in, issue participant badges.
9:20 AM Range Orientation & *Safety Briefing – Trap & Skeet Ranges. *All participants must attend briefing to shoot!
9:30 AM Tournament Commences – Trap & Skeet Ranges.
Each participant fires 1 complete round of 25 shots on both Trap & Skeet Ranges.
Total Tournament: 50 Shots.
12:30 PM Afternoon Luncheon Complete - in the Pavilion. Awards Ceremony
Registration & Remittance Mus be Received By DEADLINE: Friday September 13, 2013 at 12:01PM
Gary G. Hicks ’76 - President, USMMA KP Alumni – Chesapeake Chapter, Inc.,
Fortune Center, 42 Idlewild Street,Bel Air, MD 21014 Tel: (410) 420-0080
E-mail: kpchesapeake@comcast.net Web site: http://www.kpchesapeake.com Check payable to: KPChesapeake
Complete Information, Registration & Payment is available online...
Visit our web site http://www.kpchesapeake.com KP Chesapeake - Shooting Sports Events page
Complete Event Information: KP Chesapeake Shotgun Tournament 091413
http://kpchesapeake.com/Events/KP%20Chesapeake%20Shotgun%20Tournament%20091413.doc
23. Sarah Feinberg Takes On Executive Role at USDOT
Attribution: The Maritime Executive, August 29, 2013 By MarEx
http://www.maritime-executive.com/article/Sarah-Feinberg-Takes-On-Executive-Role-at-USDOT-2013-08-29/
WTS Congratulates Feinberg on Chief of Staff Role at USDOT
U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx has announced that Sarah Feinberg will be joining the U.S. Department of
Transportation as his Chief of Staff.
“WTS International would like to congratulate Ms. Feinberg on her new post at the DOT. Secretary Foxx’s selection of a woman
for an executive role illustrates his commitment to an administration led by a gender-diverse team,” said Marcia Ferranto, WTS
President and CEO.
WTS, the association whose mission is to build the future of transportation through the global advancement of women, has
historically had great support from the USDOT for its programs. In May of 2010, former DOT Secretary Ray Lahood signed a
memorandum of understanding with WTS to establish the Transportation YOU program that has already proliferated across the
U.S. with local programming aimed at generating awareness among 13 – 18 year-old girls about the depth and breadth of
transportation career opportunities.
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The appointment of Feinberg to the Chief of Staff post—in addition to the appointment of Beth Osborne as Acting Assistant
Secretary for Transportation Policy—are steps that further the WTS mission. “WTS looks forward to continuing our work to attract,
retain, and advance women in transportation with Secretary Foxx’s team,” Ferranto added.
According to Secretary Foxx’s announcement, Feinberg served in the Obama Administration as a Special Assistant to the
President and Senior Advisor to White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel, serving as his liaison to the Obama economic team,
the national security team, and the press and communications departments. Most recently, Feinberg managed Facebook’s
Washington-based outreach and communications as well as the company’s political and crisis communications. Prior to that, she
served as Director of Communications and Business Strategy at Bloomberg LP, where she managed Bloomberg’s Washingtonbased communications.
Editorial Note:
Sarah Feinberg, former White House staffer,
currently the director of policy communications for Facebook
24. USMMA Hosts Parents Weekend
Attribution: USMMA Website – www.usmma.edu ACADEMY COMMUNICATIONS http://www.usmma.edu/communications
Media Advisory: July 17, 2013, Marcie Katcher, Director of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
http://www.usmma.edu/about/communications/usmma-hosts-parents-weekend
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This page will answer questions about Parents Weekend, hosted by the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Friday,
September 6 to Sunday, September 8, 2013. Please check this page frequently for any new updates before finalizing your travel
plans.
What is Parents Weekend?
Parents Weekend is a celebration that incorporates the USMMA’s Acceptance Day Ceremony with a weekend schedule that
includes a formal parade, sports events, classroom visitations and more. This weekend is the first opportunity for parents to
reunite with their plebe candidate since the first day of Indoctrination on July 2. Parents are traditionally surprised to see the
changes in their son or daughter made in a few short weeks. These young mariners and future leaders have made tremendous
growth in pride, determination, initiative, and maturity as they learn about leadership. These qualities are their admission ticket to
the Regiment of Midshipmen.
As the last weekend of plebe indoctrination comes to its traditional close with Acceptance Day, the candidates will formally join the
Regiment of Midshipmen and will be sworn into the U.S. Navy Reserve. They also drop the "candidates" label and will be known
as plebes until they are recognized as midshipmen on Recognition Day.
Is there a schedule or itinerary for the weekend?
Please keep in mind the Parents Weekend schedule is subject to change. Check here for the most updated information before
you plan your trip.
The Parents Weekend schedule can be found by clicking here.
(http://www.usmma.edu/about/communications/parents-weekend-schedule-2013)
Do I have to register for Parents Weekend?
Yes. All guests register to attend Parents Weekend and pre-purchase their meal tickets for the weekend. Please fill out the
registration form indicating the number of meals needed, calculate your total meal costs and write a check for your pre-paid meals
to the Regimental Affairs NAFI. Mail your check and registration form to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, no later than August
15, 2013.
The one exception is Sunday brunch with your son or daughter at Delano Hall. Payment for the meal will be made at the Delano
Hall reception table before you enter.
Click here for the registration and pre-paid meal form.
(http://www.usmma.edu/about/communications/2013-parents-weekend-registration-and-meal-ticket-form)
When should I arrive?
Parents, family and other guests usually arrive on Friday or Saturday from 0700 to 1300, as their schedule permits.
What do we do upon arrival?
When you arrive at Vickery Gate, you will be directed to Land Hall. On Friday, from 0730 to 1300 and Saturday, from 0800 to
1130, you can pick up your pre-paid meal tickets, campus map and Parents Weekend schedule and have your questions
answered at the Land Hall Information Table.
Is it customary to bring siblings or other family members?
Many families choose to bring the entire family for the weekend. All are welcome.
Can our plebe stay with us over the weekend?
Plebe candidates will not have overnight liberty on Friday. Saturday liberty is at the discretion of the Commandant of Midshipmen,
and will be announced after the football game.
Do you have travel directions to the Academy?
Click here for travel directions.
(http://www.usmma.edu/about/directions-kings-point)
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Do you have a list of local hotels in the area?
Click here for a list of local hotels?
(http://www.usmmaaf.com/s/1175/index.aspx?sid=1175&gid=1&pgid=389)
Where can I find more information on the National Parents Association?
For more information on the National Parents Association, click here.
(http://www.usmmaaf.com/s/1175/index.aspx?sid=1175&gid=1&pgid=309)
If I have additional questions, what is the best way to reach the Academy?
For additional questions, the quickest way to get a response will be to write an e-mail to publicaffairs@usmma.edu. If you do not
have access to e-mail you can telephone the information line at 516-726-5745.
Updated: Wednesday, July 17, 2013
25. LISCR Appoints New Vice-President
Attribution: World Maritime News, August 22, 2013 http://worldmaritimenews.com/
http://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/91776/liscr-appoints-new-vice-president/
The Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR), a member of the YCF Group of companies and exclusive
administrator of the world’s largest quality ship register, has appointed Christian Mollitor to the position of vice-president.
This newly created role represents a return to LISCR for Mollitor. Having formerly held the position of Assistant Department Head
of Seafarer Certification & Documentation, he left the registry in 2001 to further develop his career. This included practicing law in
Alaska and carrying out maritime and environmental regulatory compliance roles at Royal Caribbean International and Holland
America Line.
During that time, he served as the NorthWest Cruiseship Association’s representative to Washington State’s ballast water policy
work group and as co-director of the joint US Coast Guard/Holland America Line cruise ship mass rescue operation exercise held
in Ketchikan, Alaska.
Mollitor, a graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy and Tulane University Law School, also recently earned his
Master of Business Administration from Western Washington University. He is a member of the Alaska Bar and the Maritime Law
Association of the United States.
In his new role, Christian Mollitor will augment the registry leadership team’s marketing and business development efforts,
oversee head office support of the global network of regional offices, and manage special projects. He says, “I am pleased to have
the opportunity to return to LISCR. The last twelve years of my career have given me a greater perspective of the needs of the
shipping industry and a specific view of how the premier maritime administrator, LISCR, can best provide regulatory compliance
services.”
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Scott Bergeron, CEO, says, “We are delighted to have been able to recruit Christian back to the registry. His experience and
academic achievements will serve us well as the registry continues its global expansion. It is always deeply satisfying to have
great employees return to the company after further developing their credentials.”
Editorial Note:
Christian “Chris” Mollitor is a graduate of the USMMA Class of 1996.
Scott Bergeron is a graduate of the USMMA Class of 1993.
26. JOBS AT MSC: Frequently asked questions, part 5
Attribution: Sealift – Official Blog of the Navy’s Military Sealift Command
By JMARCONI – August 28, 2013 Posted in: People, We are MSC http://mscsealift.dodlive.mil/
http://mscsealift.dodlive.mil/2013/08/28/jobs-at-msc-frequently-asked-questions-part-5/
Underway replenishment with USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10) in the Pacific.
What types of positions does MSC hire for? MSC hires civil service mariners (CIVMARs) to fill positions in the deck, engine,
supply (culinary) and communications departments, depending on the command’s manning needs.
What positions are currently open? All positions currently or soon-to-be open are listed on our website, where you can view
and print a complete job description, or view a brief position and departmental overview video. Currently we have ongoing needs
in the engine and supply departments.
What is the application process? To apply you must have a valid, current Transportation Worker Identification Credential card
(TWIC), a current U.S. Coast Guard-issued Merchant Mariner’s Credential (MMC) and a current U.S. passport. You must also
meet MSC’s conditions of employment along with the specific minimum employment requirements, which are listed in the job
announcement for each position.
What training and promotion opportunities does MSC offer? MSC requires training for newly hired CIVMARs, which the
command provides at schools in Freehold, NJ, or San Diego. Additional paid training and upgrade opportunities are based on
position held, ship requirements, self-initiative and the ability to advance through our merit promotion process.
MSC offers excellent federal civil service benefits and numerous promotion opportunities. You can build a rewarding career while
operating forward to support our nation’s warfighters. To speak with a recruiter you can attend one of our many job fairs, or call
the CIVMAR Support Center at 866-562-7672. You can also post a message to our Facebook page.
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27. KP Club of Washington, D.C Chapter Hosts Fifth Annual Secretaries Cup Golf Challenge 100813
Fifth Annual Secretaries Cup - Golf Challenge
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Army Navy Country Club, Arlington, Virginia
Cost:
ANCC Members - $75 (covers players’ bar tab)
Non-Members - $110
Tee times start at Noon
The field is limited to 40 golfers. The first 20 graduates from each Academy to sign-up get to play. Players don’t need to be
regular golfers because the two man teams will be handicapped and the team Captains will strive to put a golfer with an
occasional golfer. Format of Play: Matches will be played with two-man teams in an 18 hole match play, Captain’s Choice format
(chose the best ball from the two shots). Each match will vie for one point with ten total points for the challenge. We will be
teeing-off from two tees so the last two groups can finish up within one hour after the first two foursomes finish.
Après’ Golf Dinner in Sun Room:
All participants are encouraged to attend the dinner. $40 for a Fixed Price Dinner w/half bottle of wine and cocktails before dinner
at the Eisenhower Lounge/Sun Room Patio included. A sports coat or blazer is required, no tie. Blazer patch is mandatory for
KPers. Cocktails - 6:00 to 7:00. Dinner - 7:00 to 9:30. KP players will be charged separately for a new blazer patch if they don’t
have one.
*New* KP Blazer Patch
For more information please contact Roy Rogers at: 703-627-2321, rrogers41@cox.net, and roy.r.rogers@dni.gov and Tom
McCabe at: ftjmccabejr@yahoo.com and 949-525-1623 for USMMA or John Felker at: felks@cox.net and 202-491-3581 and
Don Bruzdzinski at: dbruzdzinski@aol.com, 703-659-3127, and 202-447-4878 for USCGA.
Webcast provided by Maritime TV
Dave Gardy (KP ‘80 ) - Chairman and CEO, TV Worldwide / Maritime TV http://www.TVWorldwide.com
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28. Visit the Academy Web site: http://www.usmma.edu
Academy Website Communications page http://www.usmma.edu/communications
The Office of External Affairs works closely with stakeholders from congress, community, industry, government and members of
the press providing information on the life, events and policies of the Academy. It is the liaison with the Office of Communications
at the Maritime Administration and the Department of Transportation.
From Homecoming to Graduation the Office of External Affairs is part of the management team for Academy special events,
community outreach, press conferences and VIP tours. Throughout the year the Office of External Affairs works closely with the
alumni and parents and the Merchant Marine Museum.
Contact Us - External Affairs ExternalAffairs@usmma.edu Phone: (516) 726-6048
300 Steamboat Road, Kings Point, New York 11024 Business hours: 0800-1630 ET, M-F
Academy Website Alumni Information page http://www.usmma.edu/alumni
Want to keep in touch with all the latest Academy news and events?
Click here to sign up for the Academy’s newsletter featuring a message from Admiral Helis and other Academy news.
Interested in learning how to make a donation to the Academy?
As part of its five-year strategic plan, the Academy has created a new Needs List, outlining its top ten Margins of Excellence
needs for the coming year. Each item on the list will help the Academy achieve the goals defined its Strategic Plan, from
providing Cutting-Edge Programs and developing Sound Leadership to creating a Dynamic Campus Culture.
Alumni, parents and other Kings Point supporters can review the Needs List:
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2013 Margins of Excellence Needs List
You can also learn more about how to make a donation here:
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Guide to Gift Giving
Alumni also can stay involved with the Academy by joining one of several Kings Point alumni groups, including:
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The KP Alumni-Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc.
The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association and Foundation
The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Sailing Foundation
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29. Annual Kings Point Sea Fair September 25, 2013
For additional information contact: Captain Eugene Albert (KP ‘'79), Master Mariner
Department Head, Professional Development & Career Services, United States Merchant Marine Academy,
300 Steamboat Road, Kings Point, NY 11024-1699 Tel: (516) 726-5821 Fax: (516) 706-1146 albertg@usmma.edu
30. KP Alumni – DE Shore Chapter Fall Cruise SATURDAY SEPT 21, 2013 – SAVE THE DATE!
Invitation to Annual Delaware Shore Chapter Fall Cruise
Saturday, September 21, 2013
Sailing Between Cape May, New Jersey and Lewes, Delaware
Join the Kings Point Alumni Delaware Shore Chapter for our Fall Cruise aboard the MV DELAWARE. USMMA alumni, parents,
friends of the Academy, and their friends are invited to gather In the Crow’s Nest Lounge for lunch during a scenic crossing of
Delaware Bay and return. You may Board at either the Lewes, DE or Cape May, NJ Ferry Terminals. Details are being finalized
and will be available soon. The group will be limited to 50 attendees, so make your plans now!
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31. USMMA KP ALUMNI - NEW ORLEANS CHAPTER
To Host INTERNATIONAL WORKBOAT SHOW EVENTS
OPEN TO ALL GRADUATES AND THEIR GUESTS
Any graduate planning on attending the International Workboat Show in New Orleans is invited to participate in our annual KP
events. Rear Admiral James Helis USMS, Superintendent of USMMA, and Acting Maritime Administrator Captain Paul “Chip”
Jaenichen will be our honored guests. There also will be six (6) midshipmen courtesy of the Class of 1962’s gift.
* On October 10, 2013 we will hold our annual social at Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar located at 701 Tchoupitoulas Street, minutes
from the Workboat Show. Times are 1700-2000.
* On October 11, 2013 a dinner reception for Rear Admiral Helis and Acting Maritime Administrator Jaenichen at the Westin Hotel
at Canal Place from 1930-2230 hours in the Terrace Room on the 12th floor.
*On October 12, 2013 there will be a Special Re-dedication ceremony in Pass Christian, MS (1 hour east of New Orleans) to
replace and restore the USMMA Pass Christian Cadet Corps Memorial established by this chapter in 1979 and damaged in
Katrina. It was established to honor the cadets who died at sea and comprises part of the 142 killed at sea. Read more about the
school at http://www.usmm.org/cadetcorps.html. A reception will follow at the Bay Waveland Yacht Club on the west side of Bay
St Louis.
Lucy’s can be paid at the door or online. Friday night’s dinner and Saturday’s Memorial Service must be prepaid and booked no
later than Oct 7th as we must give the facilities a head count.
Full details and directions are on our website www.kpnola.org and payment can be made there for any event. Just click on the
Workboat Show event page.
ANV - Board of Directors, USMMA KP New Orleans Alumni Chapter
32. WorkBoat Show – New Orleans Chapter Events October 10, 2013
On Thursday Oct 10th, 2013 we will tour the Show followed by our annual Social at Lucy's Retired Surfer bar from 1700-2000.
North America’s largest commercial marine tradeshow has NEW DATES! October 9-11, 2013 in New Orleans, La.
The WorkBoat Show is the only solution that can connect you to the best resources in the maritime industry all in one convenient
location. With over 1000 exhibitors and thousands of innovative products, you’ll be able to meet and negotiate face to face with
colleagues and suppliers to find the new ideas that bring in business and save you money.
Set a course for October and make your plans to attend today. http://www.workboatshow.com/
Over 1,000 marine product and service suppliers exhibited at last year's show, and 85% have already said they'll be back. When
face-to-face negotiation is critical this is the best place to get the job done; meet and troubleshoot with product experts, negotiate
directly with multiple suppliers, discuss the latest advancements in vessel technology, and find the solutions that are right for your
business.
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33. Port Fourchon Visit Scheduled October 11, 2013
On Friday 101113 we will tour Port Fourchon. The Administrator and Admiral will be escorted by the port manager who will give
them a tour of the port and they will visit a new DP Platform Supply Boat. They will also stop in at Edison Chouest' s facility to see
their DP training facility which is in Golden Meadow, LA which is on the way back to New Orleans. Afterwards, our chapter is
hosting a dinner event at the Western for both men from 1930-2230.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfr5yXzkKMs
Port Fourchon 2010… Uploaded on May 23, 2011
This film explains the significance of Port Fourchon not just to Louisiana, but to the economy of the entire country. Dramatic aerial
footage highlights the geographic and commercial assets of the Port
34. USMMA Cadets Corps Dedication ceremony planned in Pass Christian, MS. October 12, 2013
On Saturday, Oct 12th, 2013 we have a special Dedication ceremony planned in Pass Christian, MS. In 1979 our chapter, with the
assistance of the USN Seabees from Gulfport, MS. erected a memorial to the USMMA Cadets Corps which was located in Pass
Christian, MS. at Henderson Point. As you well know, this was one of the two facilities used as KP before the government bought
the Chrysler Estate. Many who passed through those gates were part of the 142 and the memorial is dedicated to those who died
as cadets from Pass Christian and Sam Mateo. In 1950 the campus was finally shut down and sold to the Mississippi Baptist
Convention Board. Numerous hurricanes and finally Katrina destroyed all remnants of the buildings. However, because the
Seabees installed the Memorial which consisted of an old ketch sailing anchor (donated by the Seabees) and plaque, they
remained in place.
USMM Cadet Corps Basic School Memorial, located in Pass Christian, MS. at Henderson Point. Original Dedication Plaque & Anchor, and Visitor Center which
was destroyed in Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
The Mississippi Baptist Convention Board (MBCB) removed these items for safe keeping. Fast forward to July of this year and
our chapter was notified that a couple in Bay St Louis, MS was working with the MBCB to try and restore the memorial. Mr. John
Ohman and his wife Katharine, who have no relationship with KP, reached out to us for help. John is a retired C/Eng with Lykes
and ABS. He knew and sailed with many KP grads and his dedication to the project should be commended.
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Original Anchor
Original Dedication Plaque
We met with John, the MBCB and have submitted plans to the MDOT to recreate this memorial and it was approved The MBCB
handed me the original bronze plaque and we immediately sent it to be refurbished by the father-in-law of
Kevin Stith '96 who is a professional in this field. The anchor is located in West, MS, a four hour drive from the coast and is being
retrieved for restoration as well. The USN Seabees have agreed to help us again in setting and mounting this memorial. So at
1000 hours on Oct 12, 2013 we will rededicate the USMMA Pass Christian cadet Corps Memorial to the men who lost their lives at
sea s cadets in WWII. The Admiral and Acting Maritime Administrator will be on hand along with six midshipmen traveling thanks
to the great gift of the class of 1962. Reception to follow. The Memorial will be in Henderson Point Park which is 0.6 miles NNE of
the original campus. Henderson Point is still demolished from Katrina and we wanted the memorial to be in a location where
people will actually see it.
Henderson Point Memorial Site, overlooking Bay St. Louis
Tree to be replaced with original Plaque (refinished)
and original Anchor (refurbished)
Original Dedication Plaque (refurbished).
Plaque text highlighted below.
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THESE GROUNDS, FROM SEPTEMBER 16, 1942
TO MARCH 21, 1950, WERE THE SITE OF THE PASS CHRISTIAN
UNITED STATES MERCHANT MARINE CADET CORPS BASIC SCHOOL.
FROM HERE AND THE SISTER SCHOOL AT SAN MATEO, CALIFORNIA,
OVER 6000 UNDERGRADUATES OF THE U.S. MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY AT KINGS POINT,
NEW YORK, WENT TO SEA IN WAR AND PEACE.
TO THOSE CADETS, WHO IN THE COURSE OF THEIR TRAINING OR SUBSEQUENT SERVICE,
GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR OUR COUNTRY, THIS MONUMENT IS RESPECTFULLY DEDICATED.
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Our chapter has no greater mission than this project. Many need to be thanked and will be. This is our history and legacy and we
shall never forget the sacrifices made by these young men in time of war. Think about it, how many would volunteer to go to KP
knowing when they set sail a U-Boat could and would sink them. Yet, many not only were sunk and survived; they went back
again and were sunk again. Their story, bravery and dedication must never be allowed to fade. These brave men set the course
and bar for the rest of us. We are extremely proud to restore and dedicate what this chapter created in 1979.
Captain Ronald L. Campana ’71
President – USMMA KP Alumni - New Orleans Chapter
Regional Vice Chairman - Southeast & International - Caribbean
USMMA KP Alumni – Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc.
Cell: (504) 415-7960 E-mail: ships@cox.net
History and Photos of Merchant Marine Cadet Corps Life in the 1940's
Attribution: American Merchant Marine at War, www.usmm.org
The Merchant Marine Act of 1936 directed that the merchant marine be "manned with a trained and efficient citizen personnel,"
but did not specify any structure for the Maritime Commission to follow. The Bland amendment of June 1938, created the United
States Maritime Service for "training of licensed and unlicensed merchant marine personnel." The Maritime Commission's first
report to Congress in January 1939 recommended establishment of a federal cadet system, and pointed out the need for officers
with gunnery skills in case of war. In July 1942 control over the Cadet Corps was transferred from the Coast Guard to the War
Shipping Administration.
Richard McNulty, who for years had preached the need for a formal training organization, became the first Supervisor of Cadet
Training, a position he held for 12 years. McNulty and a staff of four worked out a curriculum and in September 1939 appointed 3
"Port Inspector-Instructors" in New York, San Francisco, and New Orleans for 325 cadets.
The Maritime Commission made selection to the Cadet program based on a National Competitive Examination, the first held on
April 17, 1939. Of the 450 applicants, 166 passed the exam. Cadets were assigned to ships, whose Masters were responsible for
supervising their work. Ashore, Port Inspector-Instructors supervised the training program which included an exam at the end of
each sea year.
The need for a permanent shore facility became obvious quickly. After several years of temporary facilities, Congress
appropriated funds in 1942 for the purchase of the former Chrysler estate for an Academy at Kings Point, Long Island, New York.
At the same time the Merchant Marine Cadet Schools were established at Pass Christian, Mississippi, and San Mateo, California.
Gulf Coast Cadet Corps
The Gulf Coast Cadet Corps found its first home in June 1940 at the Coast Guard Air Station in Biloxi, Mississippi. By winter they
moved to the commandant's old house at the Algiers Navy Yard. Evicted again, the District Cadet Training Instructor bought the
North Star, a 120-foot houseboat, and leased land along Bayou St. John. Old Civilian Conservation Corps buildings were
reassembled on the site.
During a cruise, the North Star took shelter from a storm at the Inn-by-the-Sea resort in Pass Christian. An officer learned the
hotel owners were willing to sell to the government and the deal was approved on August 29, 1942. The North Star was used to
move the cadets to their new home in mid-September 1942. The training vessels at Pass Christian were: North Star (renamed
Robert Waterman), Oneida, Alfred Haag (renamed John Land), Samuel Samuels (renamed Joshua Humphreys) and a submarine
chaser renamed Ensign Strom.
The cadets at San Mateo were transferred to Kings Point in September 1947, and the school closed, becoming a junior college,
and later, a nature preserve. Pass Christian Cadet School, already suffering severe financial problems, was devastated by a
hurricane in September 1947. The School closed in 1950, the facilities turned into a religious college, then a resort.
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Aerial view of Pass Christian Cadet Corps School
"Shooting the sun" is done outside, the problem being worked out afterward
in the classroom.
Aerial view of Pass Christian Cadet Corps School
Pass Christian Cadet Corps School training vessel Joshua Humphreys
Inspection at Pass Christian Cadet Corps School by U.S. Navy officer
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The Merchant Marine Act of 1936 directed that the merchant marine be
"manned with a trained and efficient citizen personnel," but did not specify
any structure for the Maritime Commission to follow. The Bland amendment
of June 1938, created the United States Maritime Service for "training of
licensed and unlicensed merchant marine personnel."
35. KP Chesapeake Veterans Day Commemoration Dinner Honors RADM Buzby (KP ’79) 110713
KP Chessie
Charter Member Chapter
KP Chesapeake - Veterans Day Commemoration Dinner Thursday November 7, 2013
The KP Alumni
Chesapeake Chapter will host a Veterans Day Commemoration Dinner on Thursday November 7,
2013 beginning at 5:30PM. We are pleased to include the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots as our
Maritime Industry Event Partner! This annual event will be hosted at The Conference Center at the Maritime Institute, 692
Maritime Boulevard, Linthicum Heights, MD 21090 Tel: Toll Free (866) 629-3196 Web site: http://www.ccmit.org
Veterans Day Commemoration Program
“Honoring All Who Served”
Special Guest - Rear Admiral Mark H. “Buz” Buzby, (KP ’79) USN (Ret.),
former Commander, Military Sealift Command
Our guest of Honor - Rear Admiral Mark H. “Buz” Buzby, (KP ’79) USN (Ret.), former Commander, Military Sealift
Command, will serve as our speaker. We have also invited our USMMA Midshipmen (Color Guard, Drill Team, Vocalist etc.),
the Delaware Military Academy – NJROTC Cadets and the Baltimore Maritime Industries Academy – NJROTC Cadets to
participate in this Annual Veterans Day Commemoration Dinner Program. The Chesapeake Chapter will also provide a
Maritime Industry Tabletop Exhibit Program (30 Tables) as well as our Brochure Advertiser Program, to be included in our
Event Program Brochure.
Evening Agenda
4:30PM - Our evening event begins with a Hosted Tour of the MITAGS Simulator Technology Center. RSVP Required.
5:30PM - Social / Cash Bar / * 30 Industry Table Top Exhibits * “Business Development - Card Exchange - Networking Opportunity!”
Industry Table Top Exhibitors and Program Advertisers will be presented in our Event Program Brochure. (see details below)
6:30PM to 6:50 PM –
Welcoming Ceremony: (details TBA)
Annual Veterans Day Commemoration: This honor will be highlighted with a presentation by our USMMA Midshipman, Delaware Military
Academy – NJROTC Cadets and the Baltimore Maritime Industries Academy – NJROTC Cadets (invited).
Special KP Alumni Honors for Rear Admiral Mark H. “Buz” Buzby, (KP ’79) USN (Ret.)
6:50 PM - Dinner - Complete 3 entrée unlimited buffet, including beverages and assorted desserts
7:30PM – Honoring Remarks: (various speakers TBA)
8:00PM to 8:15PM - Speaker: Rear Admiral Mark H. “Buz” Buzby, (KP ’79) USN (Ret.)
8:30PM – Finale
Event Costs:
Dinner Program Complete - $ 35.00 advance registration, $ 40.00 for payments received at the door
Table Top Exhibitors - $ 100.00, includes Dinner, Exhibit Table and Program Brochure listing.
Program Brochure Advertisers - $ 100.00 (1/4 page) $ 200.00 (1/2 page) $ 400.00 (full page).
Publication is sized 8.5" (H) x 5.5" (W), Multi-page, bi-fold, color printing. Ad copy is due Monday 110413.
Payments Must Be Received By DEADLINE: Tuesday November 5, 2013.
Mail to: Gary G. Hicks ’76 - President, USMMA KP Alumni – Chesapeake Chapter, Inc.,
Fortune Center, 42 Idlewild Street,Bel Air, MD 21014 Tel: (410) 420-0080 E-mail: kpchesapeake@comcast.net
Secure Payment can also be made online
.
Visit our web site http://www.kpchesapeake.com Veterans Day Dinner 110713 web page
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About our Dinner Speaker…
Rear Admiral Mark H. Buzby, USN (KP ’79) (Ret.)
former Commander - Military Sealift Command
Rear Admiral Mark H. Buzby is a 1979 graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy where he received a Bachelor of Science
in Nautical Science and U.S. Coast Guard Third Mate License. He was commissioned in June 1979, is a graduate of the Joint
Forces Staff College and holds master's degrees from the U.S. Naval War College and Salve Regina University in Strategic
Studies and International Relations.
As a surface warfare officer, Rear Adm. Buzby made numerous deployments aboard cruisers and destroyers to include: USS
Connole (FF 1056), USS Aries (PHM 5), USS Yorktown (CG 48) and USS Shiloh (CG 67). Buzby commanded the destroyer USS
Carney (DDG 64) which included the ship's first Mediterranean/Persian Gulf deployment. Under his command, Carney was
awarded two Battle Efficiency awards, the Navy Unit Commendation, Gold and Silver retention excellence awards and the USS
Arizona Memorial Award as the most combat-ready ship in the U.S. Navy over a two-year period.
Following this tour, Buzby returned to sea as 6th Fleet Assistant Operations Officer participating in combat operations as part of
NATO's Operation Allied Force in Kosovo. He then assumed command of Destroyer Squadron 31 as the Sea Combat
Commander for the Abraham Lincoln Battle Group during two deployments in support of operations Southern Watch and Enduring
Freedom in Iraq and Afghanistan, respectively.
Ashore, the admiral has served on the Navy staff as the Point Defense Anti-Air Warfare (AAW) Section Head for Surface Warfare
Division (OP-352E) and as Aegis Combat System Development Officer (N865G3). Early joint experience was on the Joint Staff,
Joint Operations Division (J-33/JOD) as an Operations Officer and Chairman's Briefer. He was the 16th Commanding Officer of
Surface Warfare Officers School Command.
As a flag officer, Rear Adm. Buzby has served on the Navy Staff as Deputy for Surface Ships (N86E), deputy for Surface Warfare
(N86B) and Deputy for Expeditionary Warfare (N85B). He has also served as Commander, Joint Task Force Guantanamo, and
most recently as Deputy Chief of Staff for Global Force Management and Joint Operations, U.S. Fleet Forces Command (N3/N5).
In October 2009, Rear Adm. Buzby assumed his most recent position as Commander, Military Sealift Command.
Buzby's personal awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit (four awards), Bronze Star, Defense
Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (five awards) and various other unit and campaign awards. In 1984, he was
an Atlantic Fleet Junior Officer Ship handling Award winner.
Rear Adm. Thomas K. Shannon relieved Rear Adm. Mark H. Buzby as commander, Military Sealift Command, during a change of
command ceremony aboard USNS Spearhead (JHSV 1), Norfolk, VA, on May 10, 2013.
KP Chesapeake - Veterans Day Commemoration Dinner Thursday November 7, 2013
Webcast provided by Maritime TV
Dave Gardy (KP ‘80 ) - Chairman and CEO, TV Worldwide / Maritime TV http://www.TVWorldwide.com
All Are Welcome! Register Today! Share our Special Commemoration Dinner Program!
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Fraternally,
Gary
Gary G. Hicks ‘76
Chairman & President
USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc.
Fortune Center, 42 Idlewild Street, Bel Air, MD 21014
Tel: 410-420-0080 E-mail: kpa-cpa@kpa-cpa.com
Web: http://www.kpa-cpa.com
Cell: (410) 652-8141
KPA-CPA
"Tell America!” “Tell America About Kings Point and the U.S. Merchant Marine!”
Northeast & International - Canada East - Regional Vice Chairman - Richard J. Roche '81 (Central NY Chapter)
Mid-Atlantic & International - East – Regional Vice Chairman - Tim Sumner '66 (Delaware Shore Chapter)
Southeast & International - Caribbean - Regional Vice Chairman - Captain Ronald L. Campana ’71 (New Orleans Chapter)
Southwest & International - Latin America - Regional Vice Chairman - Captain John G. Peterlin III '76 (Galveston Bay-Brazosport Chapter)
Mid-Continent & International - Canada Central - Regional Vice Chairman - Robert H. Cooper '77 (Central Ohio Chapter)
Pacific & International - West - Regional Vice Chairman – Kenneth J. Fidyk '71 (Santa Barbara /Ventura County Chapter)
MISSION
"The Chapters shall exist to serve, assist and perpetuate the United States Merchant Marine Academy, its Regiment of Midshipmen, faculty,
staff, alumni and the United States Merchant Marine. It shall foster and encourage the development of the Academy and the Merchant Marine,
and shall enhance the prestige thereof by acquisition, preservation and dissemination of information pertaining to their history, activities,
methods and objectives, and shall render moral support and material aid thereunto.”
USMMA KPA-CPA - 128+ USMMA KP Alumni Chapters worldwide, working together in Mission Support to Kings Point!
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