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| 2022 U.S. Naval Academy Distinguished Graduates |
 The U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation, in close partnership with the Naval Academy, recognized the 2022 Distinguished Graduates who have demonstrated a lifetime commitment to service, personal character and distinguished contributions to our nation. Peter de Vos ’71; VADM William “Doug” Crowder ’74, USN (Ret.); J. Michael Yeager ’76; RADM Margaret “Peg” Klein ’81, USN (Ret.); and VADM Walter “Ted” Carter ’81, USN (Ret.), were honored for fulfilling their potential to serve the highest responsibilities of command, citizenship, and government. See more coverage of the event on our Facebook page. The nomination window for the 2023 DGA is open now and closes on 15 October, 12 midnight EDT. Please find complete nomination process and selection criteria here. Watch Admiral Ferguson’s call to action for the 2023 DGA award cycle. |
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| Plebe Summer Concludes with Brigade Reform |
 Parents and families returned to the Yard to see their plebes after a long and sweltering Plebe Summer. On 11 August, the Class of 2026 reunited with their families and spent time in downtown Annapolis, enjoying time with loved ones before the official reform of the Brigade. To view photos from Plebe Summer, check out our Plebe Summer Photo Program. The Brigade returned to the Yard on 22 August to kick off their 2022-2023 academic year. Stay tuned for Yard updates and Alumni Association & Foundation events on our Facebook page. |
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| Call for Nominations for Eastern and Central Regional Trustee Candidates for Board of Trustees |
 In May 2023, CDR Bill Squires ’75, USNR (Ret.), Eastern Region Trustee and CDR Richard Cataldi ’69 USN (Ret.), Central Region Trustee, will complete their terms of office on the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association Board of Trustees (BOT). Both positions are now open for nominations. Section 4.5(b) of the Bylaws states, “Any regular member may propose candidates to the nominating committee to be considered for the positions of the Chair, Vice-Chair, and regional trustee.” Regional trustee candidates must be regular Alumni Association members – defined in our Bylaws as “graduates of [USNA] and former midshipmen who did not graduate, after the last Academy class of which they were a member has graduated, and who, in any case, have applied for membership and been admitted” – who express a willingness to serve as a Trustee while residing in the region they serve. Nominations must be received by 1 October 2022. The BOT Nominating Committee will certify all nominations and forward the final slate of nominees to the BOT for approval in November/December 2022 – elections will occur in the spring 2023. Please submit nominations to the Nominating Committee, U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association, 247 King George Street, Annapolis, MD 21402-5068. Nominations and petitions can be sent by email to nominating_committee@usna.com. |
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| Who's the Old Goat Now? |
 Have you heard of the Old Goat Award? It is held by the longest serving U.S. Naval Academy graduate still on active duty. The Award was recently passed from ADM Bill Lescher ’80, USN, to ADM Frank Caldwell ’81, USN, as part of the tradition of the Old Goat. Find out more about this award on our Facebook page. |
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| Join myUSNA! |
 Are you connected with your classmates? Join myUSNA to engage with fellow alumni and receive updated information about the Naval Academy and the Alumni Community. This platform is a one-stop shop for connecting with Chapters, Shared Interest Groups, Parent Clubs, and the Alumni Association and Foundation. This site allows you to search and connect with anyone in myUSNA under People, which is one of your tabs. You can search for others in your service, profession, skills, name, or location. Visit myUSNA.com | Activate your account to activate your account, start engaging and even become a myUSNA plank owner. Find instructions here to get started with account activation. Contact sofi.loomis@usna.com with questions or more information. |
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| #BecomingBlue&Gold: Share Your Story |
 The USNA Alumni Association and Foundation wants to hear your Becoming Blue and Gold story. Peter Blackledge ’69, shares his unique family ties to the Naval Academy. Hear more Becoming Blue and Gold stories from fellow alumni who share their background before attending the Academy, their midshipmen experience and how these experiences shaped the way they lead and serve today. Hear Peter tell his story and how the Blackledge family continues to make an impact at the Naval Academy. Share your Becoming Blue and Gold story here. |
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| Protect You, Your Loved Ones, and Your Life’s Work |
 October is National Estate Planning Month - A perfect time to learn the basics of estate planning and why it is important to start now in order to protect your family, loved ones and your philanthropic priorities. Join Mike Leher of Sims & Campbell, LLC in Annapolis, MD, in partnership with USNAAA&F’s Senior Director of Planned Giving, Patti Bender, for their in-person and virtual seminar presentation titled, “Dirty Dozen Estate Planning Mistakes,” on Wednesday, 19 October at 2:30 p.m. EDT. Contact Patti Bender or Jenn Macris for more information and to register. |
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| Navy Vs. Notre Dame Merchandise Now Available |
 We are less than one year away from the 2023 Navy vs. Notre Dame football game. Grab our new Ireland and Navy merchandise to celebrate and cheer on the blue and gold! Plus, more than 500 travel packages to Ireland are now available on the Navy2Ireland.com website. Do not miss your chance to travel with us in style in 2023. See you in Ireland! |
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