KINGS POINT, N.Y., July 29, 2014 - Today, the Maritime Administration (MARAD) released a copy of the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) Advisory Board ‘s Annual Report, which identifies key recommendations that will help fulfill the goals and objectives outlined in the Academy’s Strategic Plan. These recommendations relate to each of the Plan’s five elements: Cutting-Edge Programs; Leadership; Campus Culture; Infrastructure; and Communication and Partnerships.

The MARAD also released a copy of the letter from Secretary of Transportation, Anthony R. Foxx, responding to the Advisory Board’s recommendations. Both of these documents are accessible by clicking the above links.