MMA President's Watch
Thebeginningofeachacademicyear Oney'96andDanHobart'94andtheircompany
brings with it a series of traditions
Strategic Maintenance Solutions; Scott Searway
that gather us together: Orientation,
'66; Arthur `Kitt' Watson, our newest Trustee; the
Regimental Preparatory Training, the Ship Jump,
Davis Family Foundation; former MMA Trustee
Convocation, Homecoming. Fal traditions
Bil Walsh and Ocean Properties Ltd; William
deliver us into the work of the year. Each of these
Haggett, Campaign Chair; Anne Marie Samway,
rites connects us--to each other, and to our
Chair of the Advancement Committee; and Jim
MMA President
community at large.
Proulx `85, President of the Alumni Association,
DR. WILLIAM J. BRENNAN
Enthusiasm ran high as we launched into
among others.
Homecoming, with plans to celebrate alumni, to
At the Alumni Banquet, we cheered as the
break ground on the ABS Center for Engineering,
Outstanding Alumnus award was given to two
Science and Research, and to participate in the
unsuspecting recipients, Mac Cianchette `73 and
once-a-year occurrences that mark the weekend:
Paul Mercer '73, for their strength of character
"
the March On, the footbal game, the Alumni
and dedication to superior performance, bringing
When we are
Banquet. I know I appreciate the opportunity to
honor and distinction to Maine Maritime
meet alumni, to touch base with friends, and hear
Academy, and serving as shining examples for al
together, we share
stories and news. And for those who were not
who follow.
able to come to Homecoming this year, I hope
Our traditions hit home the importance of
the pride that we
you wil keep in touch, and let me know when
what Maine Maritime Academy is al about:
you are nearby or coming to Castine. I wil make
empowering students to become leaders, to
all feel, that keeps
it a priority to visit with you.
practice rigorous self-discipline, embrace
The weekend began with entertainment by
curiosity, and grasp the skil s and knowledge
us striving for ex-
comedian Bob Marley on Friday evening. The
needed for careers in engineering, science,
event was especial y wel attended, with more
management and transportation. The alumni
cellence from fall to
than 550 alumni, current students, faculty, staff
embody those values. Staying connected is what
and community members present.
allows the Academy family to grow and to foster
fall, year after year.
On Saturday morning, we dedicated our 70-
new careers for our young graduates.
foot navigation training vessel to Susan J. Clark
Homecoming is a great seasonal pastime, and
'85, an outstanding person and professional, and
a great chance to catch up with one another. I
an exceptional role model for our students. We
remain interested in meeting more Academy
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were honored to celebrate her life and to welcome
alumni, and I hope this year wil present
her family on the boat for its first voyage as the
additional opportunities to get together--either
Capt. Susan J. Clark.
in Castine, or through alumni chapter gatherings
Also on Saturday, we held a ceremonial
and events. When we are together, we share the
groundbreaking for the ABS Center for
pride that we al feel, that keeps us striving for
Engineering, Science and Research. Alumni,
excellence from fal to fal , year after year.
trustees, students, faculty, staff, and volunteers
took part in the shovel turning, marking the
beginning of the construction phase of the new
building. The groundbreaking was an opportunity
to thank the alumni, trustees, foundations and
volunteers who have helped to bring the vision
of a new building to reality, including Robert
Somervil e '65; the Libra Foundation; Jason
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