United States Merchant Marine Academy - Midships Yearbook (Kings Point, NY)

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Regimental Commanders M N CAPT Kyle Buser M N CAPT Landon Norvill Serving is 1st rotation and 2nd rotation Regimenal Commanders, Kyle Buser and Landon Norville led the Regiment through one of the toughest years that USMMA has recently seen. Their efforts have positively impacted not only the Midshipmen, but also the staff and parent?. These two Midshipmen actively live the Academy moto of “Acta Non Verba”. Congratulations on having crossed the finish line! We have overcome much adversity these past four years (five for some), and have become more resilient as a result. Our final year was the most challenging of them all, and certainly one of the most unique Senior years in the history of this institution. All of the challenges we faced, we overcame together, hi the process, we made memories we will never forget, and forged bonds which will last a lifetime. Nothing about our Kings Point experience was typical of a normal college education, and just like you, we would not have wanted it to be any other way. Going forward, there truly is nothing we cannot do, and no challenge we cannot overcome. We leave Kings Point with a world of opportunity at our fingertips. The Academy has helped lay a foundation of professional expertise, self-discipline, resiliency, and personal skills which will enable us to be successful in our professional careers. As we part ways and embark on new adventures, cc work hard, remain humble, and remember to enjoy the journey. We will see you out there! Soli Fortes Supersunt, 'Ktfle London Ifowtlt

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Maritime Administrator To the Great Class of 2021, Congratulation and WELL DONE upon completing your Kings Point voyage and embarking on your life's adventure; I could not be more proud of your accomplishments these past four years under often challenging circumstances. A great preparation for life, my young Mariners! Four years ago, we both arrived at Kings Point; you as Plebe Candidates, and me as the newly appointed Maritime Administrator. We all had much to learn, and much to accomplish. As I told you then, my Number 1 priority as Administrator was to get Kings Point back on an even keel and making headway again - but I needed your help and buy in to do so. Little did you know what a huge role you would play in the next four years to make that so. And so you have. You, the Class of 2021 walk out Vickery Gate leaving behind an Academy far stronger, more cohesive, and producing better leaders and mariners than at any time in its history. You helped to commemorate our Academy's 75,B anniversary by validating and embracing our proud heritage, and honoring the sacrifices of all those who have gone before you - most notably the 142. But your most noteworthy achievement will be your Class' leadership and resilience in the face of the Global pandemic which impacted nearly two years of your Academy studies. You met daunting challenges head on, and working with VADM Buono and his staff, always found a way to maintain course and speed all the way to your graduation day. As it is said: calm waters do not a competent mariner make. I salute you! I am proud to now call you fellow Alumni, and look forward to seeing you on the waterfront. Sail safe my new Shipmates! ACTA NON VERBA RADM Mark H. Buzby. USN (Ret). KP ’79. served as the Administrator of the United States Maritime Administration from August 3, 2017 to January 11. 2021. IK; retired from the Navy in 2013 after 34 years of Naval service, prominently serving as Commander, Military Sealift Command. (MSC) from 2009 until the time of his retirement. In this capacity, he commanded a fleet of IlOJogistics and special mission vessels and over 10.000 personnel afloat and ashore in a S3.5 billion enterprise. After his retirement in August 2013 he joined Carnival Cruise Line’s Safety Reliability Review Board. Mark H. Buzby Mark H. Buzby V C-------- Rear Admiral, US Navy (Ret) 7? In June 2017, President Donald J. Trump nominated Bi zby to be the next Administrator, of the United States Maritime Administration. Within liis first month of bOing inaugurated,lie visited King Point, ' addressing the midshipmen body in Ackerman Tiall. He is still held in high regard, and known for his three priorities, stating that day that “In accomplishing our mission we must put our people first. I expect everybody to be a professional, and I expect everybody to be a good shipmate.”

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 This book is dedicated to:£r. LCDR David Pahs (USN) LCDR Pahs has served in the capacity of Command Chaplain at £ ■ % the USMMA Memorial Chapel since the fall of 2018. During his three years in this capacity. LCDR Pahs has greatly benefited the campus of KP - both inside and outside of his official duties. Whether hosting Midshipmen for Sunday brunch, providing renowned personal counseling, or helping with club operations, the Regiment of Midshipmen at USMMA are thankful for LCDR Pahs' tenure at the Academy Many Midshipmen are also fond of LCDR Pahs' family given their y active approach to participation on campus. Although their absence will be a loss to the Academy, wc know their presence will greatly - benefit their next duty location. - Si' £ During the 2020-21 COVID-19 pandemic. LCDR Pahs and his family supported the USMMA campus in unprecedented ways. When classes went online during 'b the third trimester of AY 19-20, chapel services followed suit by means of LCDR Pahs and his children's efforts. Upon the return , of the Regiment to Kings Point, LCDR Pahs provided two protestant services per day to abide by COVID-19 regulations. In response to what some would $£1 have called a mental health crisis, LCDR Pahs trained and certified over 30 Midshipman in suicide response according to SPRC AS1ST standards. Additionally, LCDR Pahs counseled an unprecedented amount of Midshipmen during this lim Finally, LCDR Pahs took on the official task of overseeing the HR department of Midshipmen.