⚓ Cadet Shipping Spotlight

Midshipman Ryan Dudley, a Marine Systems Engineering major in the MSE-5 program, is spending his summer at sea with Interlake Steamship Company aboard the Kaye E. Barker on the Great Lakes.

This hands-on experience is a key part of his education at ...Maine Maritime Academy—putting theory into practice and learning from seasoned professionals out on the water.

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🌊 Cadet Shipping Spotlight 🌊

Midshipman Meredith Spotts, a Marine Transportation Operations major, is currently sailing the Korea Strait as part of her summer cadet shipping billet with U.S. Marine Management (USMMI).

While gaining valuable hands-on experience at sea, she ...also had the chance to catch up with classmate MIDM Kylie Cantlon and recent graduate Zach Hammel.

Stay safe out there, Meredith — we’re proud to see our Mariners navigating the globe! 🌍⚓️

#MaineMaritime #CadetShipping #MarinerAtSea #HandsOnLearning #WomenInMaritime #womenonthewater

Student Summer Experience Spotlight: Gavin Nueslein ’26

Marine Transportation Operations major Gavin Nueslein is spending his summer at sea aboard the Honorable James L. Oberstar, sailing on Lake Michigan as part of his cadet shipping experience.

His billet is sponsored by ...Interlake Steamship Company, giving him the opportunity to apply what he’s learned in the classroom to real-world commercial operations. From standing watch to navigating busy shipping lanes, Gavin is gaining valuable hands-on experience that will prepare him for life after graduation.

#MaineMaritime #CadetShipping #InterlakeSteamship #LakeMichigan #ExperientialLearning #MaritimeEducation

Real-world training in action!

Samuel Bates, a Marine Transportation Operations major at Maine Maritime Academy, is gaining hands-on experience this summer with Moran Towing during his Cadet Shipping assignment.

This past weekend, he worked his first job pushing an LNG tanker on ...and off the dock—and even got to test out firefighting equipment on the way back.

“Testing the firefighting gear was really cool,” he said. “A great start to the summer!” 🔥

#MaineMaritime #CadetShipping #MaritimeTraining #HandsOnLearning #MoranTowing

🚢 Summer Sea Term 2025: Life at Sea, Lessons for Life

From starlit night watches and engine room discoveries to unexpected friendships and leadership growth, cadets aboard the T.S. Kennedy are sharing what it means to live and learn at sea. Whether it’s navigating by sextant, standing... watch, or just enjoying the quiet beauty of a sunset on the fantail, these firsthand stories capture the heart of the cruise experience.

New blog posts are now live on the Cruise Blog (https://cruise.mainemaritime.edu) —
check them out to discover how Maine Maritime Academy cadets are putting classroom learning into action, building community, and gaining unforgettable insights along the way.

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