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Traditions<\/h1>\n

Let us launch ourselves out on new seas of challenges–brave and bold and each ready to conquer to his own ideal of satisfaction and success.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

~ Yearbook, 1964, p.6<\/p>\n

Founded originally as a nautical training institute to contribute skilled mariners for the war effort in the 1940s, Maine Maritime Academy\u00a0now offers 18 degree options. The college has changed in many ways over the last 75 years. But, some of the traditions–the things that have remained the same–make us unique. Over the years, traditions have honored and carried on the legacy of the first “middies” to graduate from the Academy.<\/p>\n

The College Seal<\/h2>\n

The Academy\u00a0seal is a mark that has been synonymous with the college since its\u00a0founding days. The original seal adorned the first school sign located at the Pentagoet Inn and can be found stamped into the cover of the yearbook of the\u00a0first graduating class of MMA, 1943-1. Although small changes have been made to the seal over the years, the symbols and the meanings behind them remain the same. Illustrations\u00a0of an anchor (originally a sextant) and\u00a0propeller represent\u00a0the first\u00a0major areas of study at the Academy: Marine Transportation (Deck) and Marine Engineering (Engine) respectively. The pine tree is representative of the flag and motto of the State of Maine, D\u012brig\u014d (Latin), meaning “I Lead.” The sailing vessel in the center\u00a0is\u00a0positioned as a privileged vessel on a starboard tack. In the 1980s, the sailing direction was reversed, but was revised back to its original position as of the 75th anniversary as a demonstration of respect for the alumni of our early classes and for the honor and tradition that is the foundation of Maine Maritime Academy.<\/p>\n

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MMA March<\/h2>\n

The MMA March was written by Albert B. Bennett Jr. ’54 who\u00a0gifted it to the Academy. It was\u00a0played officially for the first time in MMA history at the Homecoming March On before the 43rd Admiral’s Cup football game on Saturday, September 19, 2015. Bennett and his wife, Jane, were present to hear it. His\u00a0gift to MMA is\u00a0a lasting musical tradition for generations to come; his love of music is carried on\u00a0through\u00a0the regimental band at Maine Maritime Academy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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  •      <\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span>1-Millenium-Chimes - By Albert B. Bennett, Jr. '54<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/span>