⚓ A Day with the NTSB at Maine Maritime Academy 🚢

Maine Maritime Academy was proud today to welcome two distinguished alumni from the National Transportation Safety Board’s Office of Marine Safety for a full day of engagement with MTO and VOT students.

🎙️ Marcel Muise ...(MMA ’95), Marine Accident Investigator in Charge, brings extensive experience leading major marine casualty investigations — including the investigation of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. His work highlights how thorough investigations translate directly into safer maritime operations.

🎙️ Bart Barnum (MMA ’06), Senior Marine Engineer and Investigator in Charge, offers an engineering-focused perspective on accident investigation, systems failures, and how lessons learned shape regulations and best practices across the industry.

Throughout the day, both speakers will visit multiple classes, discussing:
• The role and methods of the NTSB in the maritime industry
• How accident investigations promote safety and accountability
• Real-world case studies, including bridge resource management and casualty analysis
• The connection between operational decisions, engineering systems, and investigation outcomes

The day concluded with keynote presentations by both speakers, bringing together cadets for a broader look at how accident investigation drives continuous improvement in maritime safety.

This marks the second NTSB visit to MMA in the past two years, reinforcing the Academy’s commitment to preparing students for leadership and safety-critical roles in the maritime industry.

#mainemaritime #NTSB #MaritimeSafety #AccidentInvestigation #MTO #VOT #WeAreMariners

At this morning’s Regimental Muster, special recognition was bestowed upon students who took their U.S. Coast Guard exams in January and passed all seven on their first attempt. Students were presented with a coffee mug, sponsored by the Maine Maritime Academy Alumni Department, to commemorate ...this achievement. Congratulations to Ellis Braga, Noah Daigle, Devon Grant, Colby Guay, Meadow Hughes, Anna LaDue, Trey Marcil, Thomas Murray, Connor Parker, Mason Paulin, Anthony Perron, William Ries, Ethan Rodriguez, Sarah Shank, William Sherrill, Eliza Spear, Kelland Theil, and Jonathan Viens on this outstanding accomplishment.

Personnel in the picture from left to right are:
CDR Lonnie Christian, Deputy Commandant; Captain Justin Cooper, Commandant; MIDN 1/C William Ries, MIDN 1/C Thomas Murray, MIDN 1/C Trey Marcil, MIDN 1/C Ellis Braga, MIDN 1/C Connor Parker, MIDN 1/C Colby Guay, MIDN 1/C William Sherrill, MIDN 1/C Kelland Thiel, MIDN 1/C Jonathan Viens, Jamie Coffey, Director of Alumni Affairs; Assoc. Prof. Chris Monroe, Deck Faculty; Laurie Flood, Dean of Faculty; Dr. Ender Asyali, Dean of Maritime Transportation.

#mainemaritime #GetItDone #MaritimeLeaders #USCG

🚢 Join the Summer Sea Term Crew aboard STATE OF MAINE

Maine Maritime Academy is hiring for Summer Sea Term positions aboard the new, purpose-built training vessel STATE OF MAINE (NSMV III). This state-of-the-art ship represents the next generation of maritime training and offers a ...unique opportunity to work at sea while supporting hands-on education for future mariners.

If you’re looking to spend your summer underway on a modern vessel and be part of an exciting new chapter at MMA, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/MaineMaritimeJobs

#mainemaritime #CareerWithPurpose #NextGeneration

❄️ Get ready for the 55th Klondike Derby – “Going Nuclear”! ❄️

Maine Maritime Academy is excited to host this iconic annual winter tradition on campus, where scouts and teams from across the region come together for a weekend of fun, challenge, and friendly competition. The ...Klondike Derby celebrates teamwork, outdoor skills, and community spirit as participants navigate snowy trails, complete skill stations, and test their endurance through winter challenges. 

Whether you’re building sleds, mastering winter skills, or just enjoying the snowy fun, this year’s Derby promises memorable moments for all.

#KlondikeDerby #mainemaritime #WinterTradition #OutdoorAdventure #GoingNuclear

Winter has arrived at campus! The snow is settling in, turning everything into a true winter wonderland. ❄️ Enjoying these snowy days and the beauty of the season!

#WinterWonderland #SnowDays #CampusLife #mainemaritime #LetItSnow

Maine Maritime Academy’s Combined Open House “Away from Home” is your chance to explore all that MMA has to offer — in one accessible event! 

📅 Sunday, February 15
🕑 2:00–4:30 PM
📍 46 Burbank Avenue, Brunswick, ME 

Discover the breadth of MMA’s... career-focused education and training, including: 

- Undergraduate programs in Engineering, Transportation, Business, and Science — with hands-on training and strong job placement. 

- Graduate programs in maritime management and international logistics — online and hybrid for career advancement. 

- Center for Professional Mariner Development (CPMD) — maritime and workforce training, safety, and certification programs. 

- Associate’s Degree/Bath Iron Works Apprenticeship — earn while you learn with full pay and benefits. 

- Naval Shipyard Institute — paid trade-skills internship preparing you for high-demand careers. 

Come meet the MMA admissions team, ask questions, and see how an MMA education can help you chart your future — all without traveling to Castine. 

Registration and Information:
https://mainemaritime.edu/admissions/general-admissions/connect/open-house-away-from-home/

#mainemaritime #MaritimeCareers #HandOnEducation #CareerPath #EngineeringEducation #workforcedevelopment #CPMD #NSI #BIW

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👏 Congratulations to our students who put in an incredible amount of work this week taking the U.S. Coast Guard licensing exams! These exams are a major milestone and reflect months—if not years—of dedication, preparation, and perseverance. We’re proud of the focus, professionalism, and ...determination shown by everyone who sat for their exams. Well done, and fair winds as you take the next steps forward!

#Congratulations #HardWorkPaysOff #USCGExams #FutureMariners #mainemaritime

Whether your path leads to the deck of a ship, the engine room, shoreside engineering, ocean science, or business, a Maine Maritime Academy education adapts to your goals. Our hands-on, career-focused foundation prepares graduates not just for maritime careers—but for leadership roles across ...industries.

One foundation. Countless career directions.

Join us for our Open House “Away from Home” at our Brunswick facility—an easy and accessible way to learn more about Maine Maritime Academy without traveling to Castine. Explore academic pathways, ask questions, and connect with our admissions team to see how MMA can help you chart your future.

📅 Sunday, February 15
🕑 2:00–4:30 PM
📍 46 Burbank Avenue, Brunswick, ME

Register Now:
https://mainemaritime.edu/admissions/general-admissions/connect/open-house-away-from-home/

Discover what makes Maine Maritime Academy one of a kind—we can’t wait to meet you!

Prefer to experience MMA on campus? Join us in Castine for our on-campus Open House on April 4.

#mainemaritime #CareerPath #QualityEducation #HandsOnLearning

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This week at Maine Maritime Academy, our students are putting their knowledge and training to the test as they sit for U.S. Coast Guard licensing exams. ⚓️📚

A total of 65 students are testing on campus, with 27 Deck students taking their 3rd Mate exams and 38 Engine students sitting... for their 3rd Assistant Engineer exams—key milestones within our unlimited license programs (MTO, MEO, MET, and MSE5).

The exams are administered by the U.S. Coast Guard Boston Regional Exam Center and include seven rigorous modules, each lasting 3.5 hours. These exams are taken by students graduating in May or those who completed their academic requirements this fall.

Best of luck to all of our midshipmen—we’re proud of your hard work and dedication as you take this important step toward your maritime careers!

#USCGExams #FutureMariners #MaineMaritime #UnlimitedLicense #MaritimeEducation #CareerPath

Season’s greetings from Maine Maritime Academy! As we reflect on the year behind us, we’re thankful for our incredible community and all we’ve accomplished together. Take a moment to enjoy a holiday message from President Craig Johnson ’91 and highlights from a year full of unforgettable ...moments.

Warm wishes for a happy holiday season and smooth sailing in the new year! 🎄⚓️

#mainemaritime #HappyHolidays #FairWinds #SeasonOfGratitude

🎉 Congratulations to Our Fall 2025 Dean’s List Students! 🎉

We are proud to recognize 389 students who earned a place on the Fall 2025 Dean’s List through their hard work, dedication, and academic excellence. Your commitment to your studies reflects the high standards and ...determination that define the Maine Maritime Academy community.

Well done on this outstanding achievement—keep up the great work! ⚓️📚

View the Dean’s List at:
https://mainemaritime.edu/academics/academic-leadership-and-faculty/office-of-the-provost/deans-list/

#DeansList #AcademicExcellence #StudentSuccess #mainemaritime