We are officially one full week into Orientation 2025. The cadet candidates have now settled into a routine of morning PT and were treated to yet another beautiful sunrise over the Cape Cod Canal. The rest of the day consisted of meetings and drill.

After breakfast, the Regimental Adjutant taught the cadet candidates the importance of watch duty and how to properly stand watch. Watch is an important part of life at Massachusetts Maritime, as well as in many of the careers cadets pursue after the academy. During the school year, licensed majors stand watch on the training ship, while the other majors stand watch at the Cadet Information Center.

The youngies also received a presentation on military traditions, which covered how to properly wear and respect the uniform, saluting, and greeting. Afterwards, the Regimental Operations Officer and the Battalion Executive Officers gave a presentation on the Regimental Manual, as well as the conduct and disciplinary systems. These are all essential topics for cadet candidates to understand for their first semester at the academy.

The evening concluded with more drill, followed by introductions from the Regimental Staff. Companies were also informed of their current standings in the Admiral’s Cup. Now aware of their position on the leaderboard, the youngies appear more determined than ever to focus their efforts on the competition.