NStar Articles

The pool was cold, the instructors were unrelenting, and the first week of summer training seemed designed for one purpose only: to make candidates quit. For Midshipman 1/C Lily Williams, that was exactly the point. She hadn’t signed up for Navy Search and Rescue (SAR) school in Jacksonville, Florida, expecting it to be easy - she had signed up to be tested.

Fall at the U.S. Naval Academy means one thing: it’s time for tailgate season! Diehard Navy fan? Proud parent of a midshipman? Someone who loves a good time? We’ve got a great tailgate party for you.

In autumn, Annapolis comes alive with art in its many forms. Music is just one of them, and the upcoming months on the Yard are packed with musical performances by Navy bands, Navy musicians, and other performers showcasing the Brigade’s tremendous talent, dedication, and spirit.