Meet the Student Crew ⚓
Alexander Powers, Third Mate, Charlie Company
Sandwich, MA | Marine Transportation Operations

What sparked your interest in the maritime industry?
“Growing up on Cape Cod near the Cape Cod Canal, there was always something magical about watching ...massive ships pass under the bridges. That made a lasting impression on me. I also have family members who attended Maine Maritime Academy and built careers in the industry.”

What are you most excited for during Summer Sea Term?
“I’m excited for the opportunity to train on our new ship and work alongside new shipmates from Texas A&M. Being part of the maiden voyage is an incredible honor—it marks the start of a new era in maritime training for both the U.S. and MMA.”

#SST #SummerSeaTerm #STATEOFMAINE #TSSSOM #MaineMaritime #CareerGoals #HandsOnLearning #CareerPath

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/

#MaineMaritime #RegimentOfMidshipmen #Leadership #MaritimeExcellence #FutureMariners

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. 🌊

#SST #SummerSeaTerm #STATEOFMAINE #TSSSOM #MaineMaritime #CareerGoals #HandsOnLearning #CareerPath

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.

#MaineMaritime #MarinerPride #Woodsmen #TimberSports #MudMeet #ColbyCollege #StudentLife #HardWork #Teamwork #LumberjackLife

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

Last Friday evening, members of the Junior Class gathered for the 2026 Ring Dance. Dating back to 1963, this longstanding tradition marks a defining milestone, as juniors celebrate the near completion of their year and look ahead to the start of their senior year. At the heart of the evening was ...the ring blessing ritual, during which each student dipped their class ring into water collected from the seven seas. The event is entirely student-driven and organized by a core group from the class. This year’s theme was "The Rose Garden".

#RingDance2026 #JuniorClass #ClassRing #MaineMaritime #MarinerTraditions #StudentLife #TheRoseGarden

✨ What a night to remember! ✨

A Night by the Bay was an incredible success—together, we raised over $100,000 for student scholarships! 🎉

It was an evening filled with energy, generosity, and a shared commitment to supporting our students. From the exciting auction to the ...meaningful moments of connection, the power of our community was on full display.

Thank you to our sponsors, donors, and guests who made the night so impactful (and so much fun!). Your support is helping open doors and create opportunities for the next generation.

Sponsors: ANDREW & LINDA VIENS l CAMDEN NATIONAL BANK l AMERICAN MARITIME OFFICERS l GLOBAL ENERGY SERVICES ALLIANCE l STRATEGIC MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS l REED & REED l BOSTON MARINE SOCIETY l CENTRAL MAINE POWER CO. l WEBB LAW FIRM l HARRIMAN l MARITIME COFFEE TIME l GENERAL DYNAMICS BATH IRON WORKS l KELLEY & WAYNE NORTON '86 l WASHBURN & DOUGHTY ASSOCIATES, INC. l PORTLAND YACHT SERVICES l MATSON l FARRELL SMITH O'CONNELL AARSHEIM APRANS LLC l PORTLAND TUGBOATS l SAFE HARBOR FRONT STREET l HAMILTON MARINE l NORMAN HANSON DETROY, LAW FIRM l KATIE HUTCHINSON-PULLMAN '11 & KURT PULLMAN '10 l ANDREW STROSAHL '05 l MORAN TOWING CORP. l PAUL GALLAGER '87 l THE WATER DOCTORS, LLC l EAST COAST YACHT SERVICES l MMA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

#ANightByTheBay #StudentScholarships #SupportStudents #ScholarshipFund #CommunityImpact #GivingBack #AnnualFund #InvestInStudents #EducationMatters #StudentSuccess #MaineMaritime #MarinersPride #StrongerTogether

We are hiring Professors of Engineering!

MMA’s engineering faculty provide students with robust training and hands-on learning opportunities that prepare them for careers in maritime or power engineering. The ideal candidate will teach courses focused on engineering principles and the ...technologies used in marine and/or power engineering. They should possess a strong understanding of the practical, real-world application of these principles within marine and/or power engineering environments.

Are you an industry veteran and leader with marine or power engineering experience? Apply today!

More information at:
https://mainemaritime.edu/employment-at-mma/faculty-positions/

🚢 Don Carrigan took viewers aboard the STATE OF MAINE during tonight’s broadcast! Explore the ship, its mission, and how it’s shaping the next generation of mariners.

Watch the full story now -
...https://www.newscentermaine.com/video/news/local/207/207-april-2-2026/97-d8d739bd-ba09-4fce-bf14-e642301a5747

#STATEOFMAINE #mainemaritime #MaritimeEducation #TrainingShip #FutureMariners #MARAD #ShipTour #HandsOnLearning #MaritimeIndustry #Seafarers #CareerPath
#NewsCenterMaine207