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Archived Press Releases

USMMA Holds 45th Festival of Lights

KINGS POINT, N.Y., December 20, 2022 – The United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) hosted its 45th annual Festival of Lights last week in the Mariners’ Memorial Chapel.

USMMA Holds Change of Command Ceremony

KINGS POINT, N.Y., November 28, 2022 – Just before Thanksgiving, the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) held a Change of Command Ceremony in Delano Hall.

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