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| USNA to Welcome Class of 2025 and Families |
 The U.S. Naval Academy is set to welcome the approximately 1,200 members of the Class of 2025 over two Induction Days (I-Days) on 29 and 30 June. While the prospective midshipmen will make their way through legendary I-Day stations including uniform issue, Reef Points introduction, mandatory inoculations and the shearing of too-long locks, their families will enjoy a Plebe Parent Information Fair sponsored by the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation. The fair features food trucks, live music, photo ops and 15 tents staffed by AA&F personnel and partners, eager to connect parents to programs and services that will support their families during their midshipman’s Naval Academy years and beyond. Parents will also have the opportunity to hear a briefing from the Superintendent, Commandant and other senior Yard personnel. The swearing-in will take place at 1900 on Wednesday, 30 June. |
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| McDonough ’94 Now 89th Commandant of Midshipmen |
 The beginning of June marked the change of command for the U.S. Naval Academy Commandant of Midshipmen. RADM T.R. Buchanan ’92, USN, finished his two-year term on the Yard and was relieved by Col James “J.P” McDonough III ’94, USMC. Col McDonough assumed his duties as the 89th Commandant of Midshipmen during a ceremony located in T-Court. Prior to his arrival at the Academy, he served as executive assistant to the Deputy Commandant of Plans, Policies and Operations at the U.S. Marine Corps Headquarters in the Pentagon. McDonough earned a master’s degree in modeling, virtual environments and simulation from the Naval Postgraduate School in 2005 and graduated with distinction from the Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy at National Defense University in 2014. Bravo Zulu to both RADM Buchanan and Col McDonough! |
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| 24 Navy Swimmers Qualify for Olympic Trials |
 A record 24 Naval Academy swimmers qualified for the USA Swimming Olympic Team Trials in Omaha, NE, earlier this month. MIDN Garrett McGovern ’24 and ENS Luke Johnson ’21, USN, placed first and second, respectively, in the 800 freestyle timed final to highlight Navy's efforts during Wave I of the USA Swimming Olympic Team Trials. Both opted not to swim in Wave II, choosing instead to focus on their next NCAA swimming season and new naval career, respectively. While three Navy swimmers automatically qualified for the more competitive Wave II, MIDN Sydney Harrington ’22, ENS Chris Bondarowicz ’21, USN, and MIDN Ethan Tack ’22, none advanced to the finals. |
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| Cavanaugh ’90 Returns to Okinawa to Take Command |
 Marine air power in Japan welcomed a familiar face as its new leader 11 June at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma on Okinawa. BGen Brian Cavanaugh ’90, USMC, took command of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing from BGen Christopher McPhillips during a flight-line ceremony with MV-22B Ospreys and F-35B Lightning II stealth fighters parked nearby. Cavanaugh, a Bronze Star recipient, is no stranger to 1st MAW. He has held every rank in his 30-year career, save for second lieutenant, while serving under its banner, he said. “I understand that 1st MAW, through the work of Gen. McPhillips and his team, is ready to fight now and we will continue to be ready to fight now,” said Cavanaugh, who has been selected for promotion to major general. “All I ask of the Marines and sailors is to be ready.” |
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| Shipmate’s “Alumni Starter Kit”: What the Alumni Association Can Do for You |
 Are you a recent (or not so recent) grad who’s not sure what the Alumni Association has to offer? Check out our “Alumni Starter Kit” feature from the June Shipmate and learn more about how the Alumni Association can help you find a job, get settled in a new town, connect with fellow alumni with similar interests, advise—or learn from—younger alumni and much more. |
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| 2021 Travel Opportunities Still Available |
 Last month, we highlighted our 2022 Domestic Travel options, but there are a number of options still available for 2021, including an exclusive look at the National WWII Museum in New Orleans. Want to venture out further? To join other USNA travelers abroad this year, choose from Stunning Scotland in August, Croatia and the Dalmation Coast in September, Mediterranean Palette in October and a Rhine River Holiday Markets cruise in late November. To view all the 2021 USNA Alumni tours, visit this year’s catalog. If you’re not quite ready to travel now, consider our 2022 catalog and celebrate 50 Years of travel with us. We welcome alumni, friends and family on all of our tours. |
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| “Home Away from Home”: Share Your Sponsor Family Memories |
 Sponsor families offer a “home away from home” for many midshipmen. For many, those relationships last a lifetime. Shipmate wants to celebrate and share what sponsor families have meant to alumni. To share your experiences, please send responses (250 words maximum) to Managing Editor Jimmy DeButts at: jimmy.debutts@usna.com. |
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| Hold History in Your Hands |
 If you’re looking for a unique piece of memorabilia, or a meaningful gift, the new spring collection of heirlooms crafted from the historic copper from the U.S. Naval Academy Chapel dome is a perfect solution. There are more than 30 pieces to choose from including those from our brand-new spring collection, which just arrived last month. Check out the memorabilia here. |
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