What a night! Over 150 seniors and alumni came together on Wednesday evening to celebrate MMA’s 57th Annual Senior Banquet. The purpose of the event is to connect the graduating class with the MMA Alumni Association and was made possible through the support of our alumni and lead sponsor, ...American Maritime Officers (AMO). President Johnson '91 shared welcome remarks, followed by AMO's National VP for Deep Sea, Jeff Richards '85. Faculty and staff also supported the fun on the casino game tables and a great time was had by all!

Photo credit: Joey Valliere

This week, Maine Maritime Academy welcomed representatives from Mokpo National Maritime University (MMU), Republic of Korea for discussions on the ROK-US Joint Strategic Maritime Professional Training Project.

Since 2010, MMA and MMU have partnered to advance maritime education and ...research. This collaboration is part of a larger effort to train the next generation of maritime professionals in cutting-edge fields such as autonomous ships, eco-friendly vessels, Arctic navigation, and LNG-powered ships.

Through programs like dual-license tracks and industry-linked internships, this initiative creates opportunities for students to earn both U.S. Coast Guard and Korean maritime certifications, preparing them for global maritime careers.

Strengthening the ROK-US maritime alliance, this partnership ensures the future supply of highly skilled engineers and supports international maritime innovation.

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🎖️ Join Us for the 2026 Regimental Change of Command! 🎖️

📅 Date: March 16, 2026
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Alexander Field House, Maine Maritime Academy

Witness the time-honored tradition as the Maine Maritime Academy Regiment of Midshipmen transfers ...leadership from the graduating First Class to the Second Class Midshipmen. This ceremonial exchange of authority marks a year of new leadership, responsibility, and pride.

Can’t attend in person? We’re livestreaming the ceremony so family, friends, and supporters everywhere can watch this special moment.

More information and livestream access at:
https://mainemaritime.edu/student-life/regimental-program/change-of-command-ceremony/

Celebrate leadership, tradition, and the spirit of the Regiment!

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🌊 Ever wondered what’s happening in the invisible world of the ocean?

Join LeAnn Whitney, Associate Professor of Oceanography at Maine Maritime Academy, for a 5-minute Genius presentation at the Maine Science Festival! 🧬✨

🎤 Talk title: Unveiling the Invisible Ocean: ...What Molecular Biology Reveals About Phytoplankton

LeAnn will highlight her research using molecular tools to understand how phytoplankton—microscopic, single-celled photosynthetic organisms—respond when their preferred nutrients become scarce.

A self-proclaimed phytoplankton nerd (her daughter agrees!), LeAnn grew up in Machias, Maine, exploring lakes and raking blueberries with her five older siblings. From a high school spring at Bigelow Laboratory to earning her Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology, she now turns her students into phytoplankton nerds too! 🌱🔬

- When & Where: Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM
- Location: Penobscot Theatre, Bangor, Maine
- Reserve your tickets: https://bit.ly/4aWZzRS

✨ Bonus: The Maine Maritime Academy Admissions team will also be at the festival Friday and Saturday, hosting a fun classification activity for attendees!

This event is open to the public—don’t miss your chance to dive into the hidden world of plankton and explore what the ocean’s tiniest organisms can teach us about life, science, and a changing environment.

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🎓 “Receiving a scholarship wasn’t originally part of why I attended Maine Maritime, but it became the reason I was able to continue.” – Margaret Archibald, Class of 2026, Oceanography & Marine Engineering Technology

For students like Margaret, scholarships are more than ...financial support—they’re a vote of confidence and an investment in their future. Through hands-on learning, leadership opportunities, and the support of generous donors, students are preparing to lead in the maritime industry and beyond. 🌊⚓

Join us at A Night by the Bay on March 27, 2026, and help make stories like Margaret’s possible. Your support helps Maine Maritime Academy students pursue their education and achieve their goals.

📅 Tickets and more information: https://anbtb.mainemaritime.edu

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