08 Aug

NMEA offering training sessions at IBEX

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry News, Licensing & Training, Maritime News, Tugboats & Towing
The following is text of a news release from the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA): (TAMPA, Fla.) — The National Marine Electronics Association will offer technical sessions at IBEX, the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference, that detail onboard connectivity, networking options, NMEA 2000 cabling and NMEA OneNet, the new marine Ethernet standard. Also offered will be a full-day NMEA Basic…
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USMMA issues new strategic plan after sex misconduct reforms
07 Aug

USMMA issues new strategic plan after sex misconduct reforms

Professional Mariner StaffIndustry News, Licensing & Training, Maritime News
The following is text of a news release from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA): (KINGS POINT, N.Y.) — Today, the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point issued its new strategic plan. The plan, titled "The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Strategic Plan 2018-2023: Navigating Towards the Future Together," was 18 months in the making and provides guidance and…
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25 Jul

SUNY Maritime establishes Chao scholarship fund

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The following is text of a news release from the State University of New York (SUNY) Maritime College: (THROGGS NECK, N.Y.) — Rear Adm. Michael Alfultis, president of SUNY Maritime College, on Wednesday announced the establishment of the Ruth Mulan Chu Chao and James Si-Cheng Chao Endowed Scholarship Fund as a permanent, need-based scholarship. The scholarship has been funded by…
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25 Jul

Webb Institute gets grant for need-based room and board scholarships

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The following is text of a news release from Webb Institute: (GLEN COVE, N.Y.) — On July 12, the Robert David Lion Gardiner (RDLG) Foundation awarded Webb Institute a $250,000 grant over a three-year period to support need-based room and board scholarships that will meet the full demonstrated financial need for Webb students in the next three years, beginning in…
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11 Jul

NMEA Marine Electronics Installer Training coming to Sarasota

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The following is text of a news release from the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA): (SARASOTA, Fla.) — NMEA Marine Electronics Installer training is coming to Sarasota on July 23-26. When: Monday, July 23 - Basic Marine Electronics Installer (MEI) Tuesday, July 24  - Basic NMEA 2000 Network Installer  Wednesday, July 25 - Advanced NMEA 2000 Network Installer Thursday, July 26 - Advanced Marine Electronics…
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28 Jun

New campaign commemorates 75th anniversary of USMMA

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The following is text of a news release from the USMMA Alumni Association and Foundation: (KINGS POINT, N.Y.) — Alumni of the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) have launched a campaign to mark the federal academy’s 75th year of service and the foundational role it plays in our nation’s security and economic well-being.  “This isn’t just about looking back…
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27 Jun

NAMEPA releases Marine Industry Learning Guide

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The following is text of a news release from the North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA): (WESTON, Conn.) — The North American Marine Environment Protection Association has announced that its newest educational resource, the Marine Industry Learning Guide, is now available for free download. This guide was created for anyone looking to educate others on the marine industry, whether in a…
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26 Jun

More than 1,600 cadets graduate from US maritime academies

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The following is text of a news release from the American Maritime Partnership (AMP): (WASHINGTON) — The American Maritime Partnership, the voice of the domestic maritime industry, congratulates the more than 1,600 young men and women graduating from the seven U.S. maritime academies this year, applauding them for their dedication and commitment to pursuing a career that supports the U.S.…
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