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Preparing  for the future of alumni remembrance

Last year, USNA AA&F and the Naval Academy announced the USNA Columbarium—an honored resting place for alumni—had reached capacity. Construction of a new 650‑niche Annex at Hospital Point required $1.8 …

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Posted byMatthew EliasApril 30, 2026

USNA AA&F welcomes aboard LazerEdge as newest merchandise partner

LazerEdge, a family-owned business based in Mount Airy, North Carolina, has officially partnered with USNA AA&F. More about this company: LazerEdge specializes in premium wooden home décor and gifts. Proudly …

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Posted byMatthew EliasApril 28, 2026

Run To Honor May 25th Quantico, VA

Dear Classmates and Company Reps, Like many of you who have gotten involved in local Naval Academy Alumni Association Chapters, I am the chapter President for the Quantico Area Chapter (QAC) …

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Posted byMatthew EliasApril 16, 2026

Call for Nominations: 2026 Thriving As Leaders Awards

Help recognize the alumni who exemplify leadership, service and achievement. USNA Alumni Association members are invited to nominate fellow members for the 2026 Thriving As Leaders (TAL) Awards by 1 …

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Posted byMatthew EliasApril 15, 2026

From the USNA Alumni Health and Wellness Committee — Get assistance filing for veterans benefits

Save time, avoid frustration: Filing to obtain the benefits you have earned as a veteran is more complicated than you would expect; especially if you want to be successful on …

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Posted byMatthew EliasApril 13, 2026April 13, 2026

Athletic & Scholarship Programs announce new name: Naval Academy Athletic Foundation

Annapolis, Md. (13 April 2026) – The U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation’s Athletic & Scholarship Programs (A&SP) transitioned to a new name – now the Naval Academy Athletic …

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Posted byMatthew EliasApril 13, 2026

Another Link in the Chain: Bonds of Gold unite the classes of 1978 and 2028

During the April 8th Bonds of Gold ceremony, the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2028 joined their ALINC 50‑year counterpart, the Class of 1978, whose donated class rings will be …

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Posted byMatthew EliasApril 9, 2026

Alumni Association – Guiding You Through Available Services page added to Naval Academy Links page

The link to the Alumni Association – Guiding You Through Available Services was added to the Naval Academy links page. This page is the ultimate “gouge” handbook for our alumni when …

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Posted byMatthew EliasApril 6, 2026

Bonds of Gold (BOG) Ceremony- April 8, 2026, and new security requirement for Yard access

Dear Classmates, brothers and family,  BOG DATE: As you may recall from all our posts and blast emails, our A Link in the Chain Bonds of Gold Ceremony is scheduled …

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Posted byMatthew EliasMarch 19, 2026March 19, 2026

Ripley ’62’s Navy Cross upgraded to the Medal of Honor

Honor comes 54 years after the destruction of the Bridge at Dong Ha On 3 March 2026, Congress passed a resolution to recommend the President award Colonel John Ripley ’62, …

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Posted byMatthew EliasMarch 6, 2026

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