PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
IN 2016, WE CELEBRATED THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY of the founding of Maine
Maritime Academy. We commemorated decades of history; recognized those
who have contributed to this great institution; and celebrated the attributes
that make us mariners--united as a community, providing leadership, and
contributing to society and the world.
Our highest achievement is the success of our students. Even in difficult
economic times, employers seek our graduates for career employment in
diverse fields and industries. Acknowledgment of the value of a Maine Maritime
education has grown too, including mention in the national press and college
rankings. Interest in academy programs is high.
Our challenges are to keep up with infrastructure and technology demands,
meet student needs for financial aid, guide enrollment to fit capacity, and
manage budget limitations due to declining state appropriations as a percentage
of total revenues.
The next chapter of MMA history is in our hands. As a community of alumni,
students, parents, employees, and friends of the academy, we al need to know
what makes this organization tick; to know our strengths and challenges, and
to understand how we can assist the college to be successful on our way to 100
years and beyond.
Navigating the Future, MMA's strategic plan, was initiated in 2014-15. Its four
main goals lead our vision and mission:
1 - Assure that our curriculum, faculty, campus, and infrastructure
support our commitment to provide students the best marine and related
educational opportunities.
2 - Assure MMA is affordable for our students and the college of tomorrow
is economical y sound and sustainable.
3 - Continuously demonstrate overal student satisfaction and success are
central to our management philosophy.
4 - Elevate MMA's profile and stature through thoughtful and effective
outreach, brand, and communication strategies.
This publication provides a profile of institutional progress to assist as we create
a bright future for the college. If the members of the Maine Maritime Academy
community, near and far, continue to track our success, our future wil , indeed,
be bright.
William J. Brennan, Ph.D.
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Our highest achievement is
the success of our students.
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