In September 1872, James H. Conyers reported to the U.S. Naval Academy as the first African American to attend the Academy. 150 years later on 14 November, Conyers’ family members, …
Celebration of the Vietnam Era POWs 50th “Year of Freedom”
Classmates, Rudy Costanzo (16th CO) asked me to share with you news about the celebration of the Vietnam era POWs 50th “year of freedom” from the prisons of Vietnam. Rudy learned about …
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Herndon Climb Page Added to the Website
Joe Stanik (23rd Co.) converted an 8 mm video of our class’ May 30, 1975 assault and conquering of Herndon Monument to a digital format and can be viewed here. Having …
From the Class President – Nearing Last Call for Alumni Center Plankowners
Classmates, “Thanks” to all of you that have donated to our Class Project supporting the building of the new Alumni Association and Foundation Center. So far, we have raised $679,000 …
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Army-Navy 2022 Spirit Tailgate and Bus Trip Registration is Now Live!
Alumni Registration for Army-Navy Spirit Tailgate and Bus Trip Now OpenIt’s the best time of the year! Sign up to cheer on Navy with the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association …
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From the Class President – Class News Fall of ’22
Classmates, We have lots of Class News to share with you. First, this weekend was one year away from our 45th Reunion scheduled for October 19-22, 2023, in Annapolis. John Cooke has led a …
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Forbes Magazine: America’s Military Service Academies: An Outstanding Option For Undergraduate Education
Michael T. Nietzel Senior Contributor I am a former university president who writes about higher education. Aug 30, 2022,06:15am EDT3 The five U.S. military academies operate quite differently from other …
45th Reunion Golf Tournament Details Announced
Reunion golf tournament coordinator Joe Martin (10th Co.) announced that our 45th Reunion Golf Tournament will begin with a 9:00 am shotgun start Thursday, 19 October, at the The Preserve …
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3 NAVAL ACADEMY NAME CHANGES RECOMMENDED DUE TO CONFEDERATE TIES
September 6, 2022 A federal report just released reveals recommendations to rename two buildings and one street at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis that are named for individuals with …
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2022 U.S. Naval Academy Distinguished Graduates
The U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation, in close partnership with the Naval Academy, recognized the 2022 Distinguished Graduates who have demonstrated a lifetime commitment to service, personal character …
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