Just one month after cadets moved onto the Cal Maritime campus, their families are invited for a visit and to spend the weekend learning “How to be Cadet.”
VP of Cadet Leadership and Development Kathleen McMahon shares that: “Family Weekend is the perfect time to reconnect with your cadet and see how they are transitioning to academy life.” In addition, says McMahon, “we are offering families experiences to gain insights into what a cadet does every day, like being on a boat, tying knots, leadership workshops, simulations, and formation. Every parent gets a t-shirt and all will participate in a formation – which will be fun for everyone.”
This year's event coincides with Vallejo's annual Waterfront Weekend, which offers families to chance to participate in a local celebration in addition to the on-campus programming and festivities.
Here’s the schedule:
Friday, October 1st
1730: Wine Reception with Live Music
Saturday, October 2nd
1000: Coffee with Dean of Cadets
1100: Formation
1130: Edwards Leadership Program
1215: BBQ & Beer Garden
1330: Boats | Simulation | Tours
1330: Women’s Soccer Game
1600: Vallejo Waterfront Festival & Dinner on your own
Sunday, October 3rd
Brunch and photos with Golden Beard
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ABOUT CAL MARITIME
Established in 1929, California State University Maritime Academy is the only degree-granting
maritime academy on the West Coast. Located in Vallejo, California, the campus offers
undergraduate degrees that prepare students for careers in engineering, transportation,
international relations, business, and global logistics. Cal Maritime also offers
a master’s degree in Transportation and Engineering Management, as well as a number
of extended learning programs and courses.