Homecoming 2017

Homecoming 2017 was an enjoyable event for alumni and friends alike. A grand reception, inductions, music, a road race, golf, athletic events, children activities, March On, boat rides, and a barbecue highlighted an event-filled weekend on campus. Here are a couple of comments we received following the festivities:

“It was an outstanding event. I have never seen so many people in Castine.” – Member, ‘Class of ’62

“Great job this weekend. We had a good time. I know it’s early but do you know when next year Homecoming date will be decided? Bunch of us have been talking over the weekend and we are making plans ;-)” – Member, Class of ’93.

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New for this year: Alumni Honor Alley on Pleasant Street  “…was a stroke of genius. It created an excellent venue for classes to mix and mingle.” (class member, ’72). The “Alley” gives noteworthy recognition to MMA’s Honor Classes, offering reserved reunion tents for your class gathering.

Homecoming 2018 is September 28 – 30, 2018.  Honor classes are ’53, ’58, ’68, ’73, ’78, ’83, ’88, ’93, ’98, ’03, ’08, and ’13. Pack your favorite snacks and beverage to enjoy while watching the football game from a prime viewing spot.  If your class wishes to gather but is not celebrating an Honor year, contact MMA Conferences and reserve a spot for Tent City, located opposite Pleasant Street. Room is available.

October - 2017
Passage to Freedom Video
Jacobs and USS Kirk Crew RecognizedThe Asian Heritage Society of San Diego CA recently held ceremonies commemorating the largest humanitarian effort in U.S. naval history.
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Outstanding AlumnusThis year, the Maine Maritime Academy Alumni Association awarded the prestigious Outstanding Alumnus Award to Charles “Cal” Lechman, Class of ’65 at the Alumni Reception held Friday night during Homecoming Weekend.
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Alumni Seal
ABCs of the Alfond Challenge and the MMA Annual FundThe Harold Alfond Foundation has challenged Maine Maritime Academy to raise a cumulative total of $2.25 million dollars over the next three...
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Al Bennett
Bennett, ’54, a Hit at HomecomingDr. Al Bennett, Class of 1954,  highlighted March On festivities at Homecoming this year as he led the crowd in a spirited rendition of the Maine Maritime Academy March. 
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Capt. Steve Pellegrino
On the MoveCapt. Steve Pellegrino, ’93, participated in the 50-mile leg of Pedal the Penobscot, a bicycle ride along...
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Class of 1986
1986 Mini – MusterThe Class of 1986 mini-muster, Biddeford Pool, post-Seacoast Alumni Chapter Golf fundraiser. The Seacoast Chapter awarded $5,000 in scholarships at Homecoming.
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Save the Date

Sea Dogs Alumni Chapter
Sea Dog’s Restaurant, Bangor
October 6, 2017

PenBay Alumni
Chapter Meeting
Trackside Station, Rockland
October 17, 2017

MMA Career Fair
October 19, 2017

Casco Bay/Ned Andrews Chapters
Dockside Grill, Falmouth, ME
November 2, 2017

Upstate NY and VT
Lake George, NY
Contact Capt. Bill O’Reilly ’86
November 4, 2017

Int’l WorkBoat Show Reception
The Westin at Canal Place
November 30, 2017

So. CA Chapter Alumni
Holiday Gathering
Dick Laub NavTraCen
Liberty Station, San Diego
Reception, Stockdale Exhibit
December 2, 2017

MMA Alumni Senior Banquet
Bangor Civic Center
February 6, 2018

Night by the Bay
Sable Oaks Marriott, Portland
April 7, 2018

Stay Connected

Alumni for Dining In

Alumni who wish to “host” a table at the student Dining In program, please contact Janet Acker at (207)326-2251.  Dates are November 13, 15, 28 and 30, 2017.

Hosted by the MMA President and Commandant of Midshipmen, this etiquette training program exposes all sophomores to the courtesies of a formal dinner setting. A receiving line, utensil use, table manners, and conversations prepare students for a business dining experience.

Night By The Bay Returns

Due to popular demand, MMA’s Night by the Bay will return to the Portland area on Saturday, April 7, 2018, at the Sable Oaks Marriott, South Portland. Bill Full ’76 is chair of this alumni effort, with a team to procure sponsorships, donations and items for the silent and live auctions. If interested in assisting Bill, contact the Alumni Relations at alumni@mma.edu. The event will have a Mardi Gras theme, featuring the State Street Traditional Jazz Band and MMA’s own John Page ’68.

Did you Know?

Alumnus Student Debt Reduction Information

The Alfond Leaders student debt reduction program provides student loan repayment assistance to people who live and work in Maine in a STEM – (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) designated occupation at a Maine-based employer. Alfond Leaders may qualify for loan repayment up to half of their outstanding student loan balance at the time of application to the program, not to exceed $60,000. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.

E-Newsletter Facelift

To provide the most information in a timely manner to our alumni, the next e-newsletter will  be sent in January 2018 so as not to conflict with the December delivery of the next Mariner.  The e-newsletter will continue to be delivered every other month. Also, the e-newsletter will be aligned with the new branding and design of the Mariner Magazine in print and digital formats. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

Office of Alumni Relations

Wyman House
Maine Maritime Academy
167 Battle Avenue
Castine, ME 04420
alumni@mma.edu
(207)326-2337