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Spring Council of Class Presidents Report

Classmates, Recently I had the opportunity to participate in a Council of Class Presidents meeting in Annapolis. We meet twice a year, Spring and Fall, to discuss and share topics …

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Posted byMatthew EliasMay 16, 2026

The 2026 Great Class Challenge Results Are In!

Last week our alumni took the helm and showed up to support the Brigade. Achieving 113% of the 6,400-donor goal, 7,293 supporters answered the call and raised $3,432,625 during the …

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Posted byMatthew EliasMay 15, 2026

Navy AD open to moving Army game to accommodate CFP schedule

There’s a lot of discussion taking place about the college football playoff and what an expanded field might mean for the regular season schedule. For one thing, it might mean that the …

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Posted byMatthew EliasMay 14, 2026

7,419 donors bring competition and momentum to the Great Class Challenge

Bravo Zulu and thank you to all 7,419 alumni who supported this year’s Great Class Challenge.  You helped support new records in this year’s Great Class Challenge and brought true …

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Posted byMatthew EliasMay 12, 2026

2026 Great Class Challenge ends, final results revealed Tuesday

As the Great Class Challenge comes to a close, we want to pause and say a sincere thank you to the alumni, friends and parents who stepped up to give …

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Posted byMatthew EliasMay 11, 2026

Final Update: USNA 2026 Great Class Challenge Standings

Classmates, Thanks to all for such a great response to the Great Class Challenge! Our class has jumped from third place with a 27% participation rate to second place with …

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Posted byMatthew EliasMay 8, 2026

2026 Great Class Challenge, May 4 – 8

Classmates, This year’s Naval Academy Foundation “Great Class Challenge” starts tomorrow and runs from May 4 through May 8. You may have received information from the Foundation in the mail …

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Posted byMatthew EliasMay 3, 2026

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

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