On Monday, April 13, 2026, the Regiment of Midshipmen gathered—cheered on by their shipmates—to celebrate outstanding achievement across the Regiment. A total of 91 Midshipmen were recognized for their academic success, leadership, and the vision, effort, and tenacity that define the Regiment. ...Representatives from the Seacoast Alumni Chapter, Bangor Seadogs Alumni Chapter, the Portland Marine Society, the Class of 1972, and individual sponsors presented awards honoring these accomplishments.

Held each spring, the Regimental Awards Ceremony highlights Midshipmen who serve as models for their peers and exemplify the core values of the Regiment: honor, loyalty, and devotion to duty. 

👉 See the full list of award winners and view photos from the ceremony: https://mainemaritime.edu/student-life/regimental-program/regimental-awards-ceremony/

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Meet the Student Crew ⚓
Julia Strauss, Bravo Cadet Third Mate
Mount Desert Island, ME | Marine Transportation Operations

What sparked your interest in the maritime industry?
“My father attended Maine Maritime Academy, and I’ve worked on the ocean my whole life—it’s ...all I’ve ever wanted to do. After graduation, I hope to work aboard an oil product tanker in the Gulf.”

What are you most excited for during Summer Sea Term?
“I’m looking forward to working closely with the ship’s crew to sharpen my skills as a future third mate—and to mentor the freshman class along the way.”

From family inspiration to career ambition, Julia is charting her course with purpose. 🌊

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Ocean Studies professors LeAnn Whitney and Carey Friedman of Maine Maritime Academy’s Corning School of Ocean Studies were recently featured in the Bangor Daily News for their work on “forever chemicals” (PFAS) in Penobscot Bay. Whitney and Friedman plan to continue this research, examining ...PFAS in sediment and marine organisms with the help of Ocean Studies students.

Whitney and Friedman teach in MMA’s Oceanography, Coastal and Marine Environmental Science, and Marine Biology programs.

🔗 Read the full article:
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/04/15/hancock/hancock-environment/penobscot-bay-pfas-testing-joam40zk0w/

🔗 Explore another research project from MMA’s Ocean Studies programs: the Penobscot Bay Plankton Monitoring Project -
https://mainemaritime.edu/penobscot-bay-plankton-monitoring/

#WeAreMariners #WeAreScientists #CorningSchool #ChemicalOceanography #MaineMaritime

This past Saturday, our Woodsmen Club brought their Mariner energy to the 2026 Mud Meet hosted by Colby College, going head-to-head with teams from across New England in a full day of high-intensity timber sports. Events included chainsaw disc stack, standing block chop, axe throwing, log birling, ...pole climbing, pulp toss, log decking, and more!

Competition was fierce yet collegial, and our teams showcased their grit, skill, and outstanding representation of MMA.

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Join us as we celebrate excellence, leadership, and achievement at the 2026 Regimental Awards Ceremony!

📅 Monday, April 13
🕔 5:00 PM (ET)
📍 Field House + Livestream

We’ll honor 94 outstanding Midshipmen whose vision, effort, and tenacity set the standard for ...success—recognized with scholarships, awards, and more.

🔗 Learn more & watch live:
https://mainemaritime.edu/student-life/regimental-program/regimental-awards-ceremony/

#RegimentalAwards #Midshipmen #Leadership #StudentSuccess #MaineMaritime #ExcellenceInAction