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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CO’S WORD
MOI’S CORNER
MCO’S CORNER
COMMAND HISTORY
VETERANS DAY PARADE
BLUE ANGEL REPAINTED
CO VISITS 7TH GRADE CLASS
INFORM 2007
NAVY PT
SUMMER CRUISES
HOMECOMING
CORONATION
HMM-774 VISITS SSU NROTC
TOYS FOR TOTS 5K RUN
MILITARY APPRECIATION
MIDSHIPMAN COMPANY INSPECTIONS
NAVY/MARINE CORPS B-DAY BALL
WELCOME ABOARD
GRADUATION/COMMISSIONING
FUN THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER
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BRITTNEY SHERMAN
SHANTE` SMITH
ROBIN SANDERS
MICHAEL WHITAKER
JAY ENGLISH
DEITRA JENKINS
T. BANKS
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OC ADAM HEYDE
MIDN 2/C BRITTNEY SHERMAN
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Capt JOEY MARTIN
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I want to congratulate all of our
December graduates and commissionees. The path to the first
door has ended successfully and
the door to the next path is open
and awaiting your journey. You
are the future of the Navy and
Marine Corps and I am proud to
call you all shipmates! Semper
Fortis and Semper Fidelis.
The midshipman company has
performed very well and
achieved all of their goals this semester. From INFORM to
Commencement, from freshmen to seniors, all of you have made
me proud to be your CO.
Greetings Shipmates. As this
chapter of my life comes to an
end, and the next chapter begins, I look back on all the
memories we have shared while
in this company. I remember
the countless color guards, concessions, and PT mornings, just
to name a few. I can honestly
say that this company is like a
At the end of this semester
(Fall 2007) this NROTC Unit
will commission four (4) Navy
Ensigns and one (1) Marine
Corps Second Lieutenant.
These five new naval officers
will pick up the torch and undertake the tasks of leading
Sailors and Marines in protecting our country’s military interests at home and abroad. I have
said it before, and I will say it again: “because you volunteer to
serve your country during a time of war, you are all heroes in my
book.” Remember however, that one misstep erases five at-aboys, so your hero reputation that I have bestowed upon you will
not survive your first misstep. That means that you have to hit
the deck running. Sustained superior performance should be
your personal standard. I have no doubt that you will all rise to
the occasion when called upon to perform the duties you will be
trained to do. I am extremely proud of all of you, and I wish you
success as you begin your naval career. To the Midshipmen
continuing in the program, keep your eyes on the prize. Here is
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Ethos, logos and pathos. Instead of the usual Greek terms we
see on campus applied to fraternities and sororities, how about
trying these three Greek terms on for size. What is your ethos
or personal credibility? Do you try to display the moral character, practical skills, competence and wisdom, virtue, goodness and goodwill towards others? Are you adept at achieving
logos or logical organization of data and facts in your daily life
and interactions with others? Does your logos or preparedness
and knowledge enhance your ethos? And what about your pathos, or emotional appeal? Are you able to control pathos and
use them to your advantage? Mastery of these three terms,
ethos, logos and pathos, will enhance your ability to persuade
others, your reputation and your credibility as a leader. Keep
pressing forward to learn all you can.
home away from home. I always looked at you as if I was
looking at my own brother or sister.
We stood by each other during the good moments and the bad.
As this semester comes to a close, we all should reflect on the
lessons we have learned and apply those lessons in our life so
that we can become more successful in the future. Remember
to always set a good example for others because there is always someone watching. Stay proud and stay strong. Bravo
Zulu!
the secret to successfully matriculating this NROTC Unit: A +
A = B, (Academics + Aptitude = Bars). Academics (not a car
or an off campus apartment, or pledging a fraternity/sorority or
a girlfriend/boyfriend) is your #1 priority. If your #1 priority is
not academics, then you need to reevaluate why you are in this
program, and take whatever steps you have to, to make academics your number one priority. After academics, your officer
development is your second priority. If you are not seeking
leadership opportunities and actively and willingly participating
in the operation of the Midshipman Company then you are
missing an opportunity to improve your military aptitude and
failing at officer development. When you get to the point
where you can look at the Midshipman Action Plan (MAP),
NROTC semester schedule, and without prompting are driven
to take action to ensure that the Midshipman Company accomplishes even the smallest mission in a professional manner, then
you know that you are on the right track. I look forward to
working with the new Midshipman Company Staff next semester and again I wish the graduating seniors and newly commissioned Ensigns and Second Lieutenant a successful naval career. Semper Fi
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The Naval ROTC Unit at Savannah State University (then Savannah State College) was established on 22 September 1971 with an enrollment of forty-one Midshipmen. The first four officers,
three Navy Ensigns and one Marine Corps Second Lieutenant, were commissioned in June 1974.
That Second Lieutenant is now a Major General. In December 1977, the first "cross-town" Midshipman from Armstrong Atlantic State University (then Armstrong State College) was commissioned. To date, the unit has commissioned 229 officers into the Naval Service:178 Navy Ensigns
(37 Female, 19 AASU) and 51 Marine Corps Second Lieutenants (7 female, 3 AASU).
SSU NROTC graduates include 1 Marine Corps Major General (O-8), several Navy Captains (O6) and Commanders (O-5), as well as the first Black officer to fly with and then command the
Navy Blue Angels. The unit’s first black female captain retired and currently holds a flag officer
equivalent rank in the Senior Executive Service with the NIA. These officers have held positions
in command that include: major Marine Corps commands, a Destroyer Squadron, Aviation Squadrons, Ships at the O-4 and O-5 level in the CRUDES, AMPHIB and MCM communities, Marine
Corps units, O-6 Major Command Ashore and other Shore installations.
On 12 November 2007, the city of Savannah Georgia like many other
cities throughout the nation came together to honor the brave men and
women who serve in our nation’s military. There is no question that our
country needs a military in order to continue to preserve the freedom and
way of live that all Americans enjoy. It is important that we never forget
those who help fight to preserve the freedoms we have become accustomed.
Marching with the Midshipman Company through the streets of downtown
Savannah, the feeling of pride was overwhelming as the supporters cheered
us on. I couldn’t help but be reminded why I chose to be a part of the military. The Veterans Day Parade is something that I will always remember as
I continue to work towards my career goals.
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It is hard to miss the Blue Angels A-4 Skyhawk display
erected across the street from the NROTC building on the
campus of Savannah State University. Donated by the
Naval Air Museum in Pensacola, Fla., the airplane commemorates the accomplishments of retired Navy Captain
Donnie L. Cochran, a Savannah State University NROTC
graduate and the first black person to fly with and later
command the world famous Navy Blue Angels Flight
Demonstration Team.
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sense of pride he felt while volunteering to repaint the
jet. He expressed that most people probably don’t think
twice about the significance of the airplane, but he fully
understands the tremendous accomplishments that had to
be achieved to have a Blue Angels jet with the number
one on its tail on this campus. “This is a great testament
for the unit and the campus,” he said, “This community
should be proud of what this NROTC Unit and its graduates have accomplished and is doing.”
The Staff and Midshipman Company of NROTC Unit,
Weathered by constant exposure to the Coastal Georgia
Savannah State University expresses its sincere thanks to
moist climate, the navy blue color of the A-4 Skyhawk
all those who contributed to the refurbishment of our Blue
replica had become a little faded. From August 17th
Angels A-4 Skyhawk display.
through 19th 2007, GulfStream Aerospace volunteers,
with assistance from three other companies, refurbished
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the A-4 Skyhawk aircraft: United Rental of Garden City,
donated a boom lift; DuPont of Atlanta, donated the
paint; and River Supply of Thunderbolt, donated painting
supplies.
Mr. Billy May, one of the volunteers from GulfStream
Aerospace who repainted the A-4 Skyhawk is a former
enlisted sailor. He worked on Navy F-14s for 10 years
while serving on active duty. Mays expressed the great
In May 2007, Captain Jones visited Bartlett Middle School in Savannah as a guest
speaker for Ms. Rose Williams’ seventh grade language arts class. Captain Jones
assisted in a lesson about Carl Brashear who broke many boundaries in the Navy
becoming the first diver to return to active duty with an amputated limb and also was
the first African American promoted to the rank of Master diver.
Captain Jones read to the class a selection in the children’s textbook, “Men of
Honor: Interview with Carl M. Brashear, Navy Diver” and discussed how adversity
can be surmounted. He emphasized that as in the life of Carl Brashear, hard work
can lead to great accomplishments. Captain Jones also shared
with the class his experiences in
the Navy such as all the places in
the world he has seen. He also
shared with the class his love of
reading and that he constantly is
reading books and encouraged
students to read as much as possible.
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To say that INFORM was a culture shock would be an understatement. Like the other incoming freshmen , I was expecting the process to be regimented, but I didn’t understand just
how much would be expected of the incoming freshman class during INFORM. In retrospect, the process was necessary to readjust our perception of the task that we were about to
undertake. Our upperclassmen troop handlers introduced us to an entirely different point of
view. We were taught to take care of each other and prevent each other from falling behind.
We were taught the fundamental building blocks of leadership. In just one week, the
freshman class came to realize that we needed to depend on each other and pull our own
weight in order to successfully accomplish our goal. When INFORM ended, we were
elated, happy to be free from constant correction and the constant supervision of the upperclassmen troop handlers, but we realized that
somewhere along the way that we were capable of
much more than we thought we were just a week ago. We got a glimpse of the true
potential that we possessed and we also learned that the key to unlocking that potential was within each of us. For those of us who came expecting this to be a repeat of
JROTC, we were now aware the seriousness of what was ahead of us in the near future and we were forced to ask ourselves if NROTC was the right program for us.
All in all, INFORM was a success; everything went smoothly and was a great experience.
MIDN 4/C Stanley, J.
The inventory PFA at the beginning of the semester was a gauge to see what we had done collectively to maintain
the physical fitness standard set last semester. It was also an introduction to the new AMOI. Any thought of breaking in
the new AMOI were quickly erased. GySgt Wright wasted no time explaining that complacency will not be accepted.
Those who were in positions of leadership were expected to lead from the front, not the rear. From circuit workouts on
the football field to a 7-mile run, Gunnery Sergeant Wright has made a lasting impression on the Midshipman Company.
This semester’s PT was mainly targeted at building team morale and stressing the importance of team work. From building houses to platoon challenges, the Midshipmen have found new and more challenging ways to motivate each other.
As a result, we have learned how to rely on each for moral support in trying times. The hard work paid off; the final
PFA was a success with 90 percent of the Midshipman Company passing.
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MIDN 3/C MELENDEZ
CORTRAMID is an opportunity for NROTC
Midshipmen who are on
scholarship to experience
all four branches of the
Navy that can be offered
upon graduation: Surface
Warfare, Submarine Warfare, Aviation, and the Marine
Corps. Due to the vast amount of NROTC Midshipmen
that are in the program, CORTRAMID is broken up into
two sessions, CORTRAMID East and CORTRAMID
West. I had the distinct pleasure of going on CORTRAMID East this summer at Naval Station Norfolk where
they treated all the Midshipmen as though we were officers in training. They expected us to follow the rules set
forth and to act as though we were aspiring to be Naval
officers.
2ND CLASS CRUISES
MIDN 2/C CLEARY
I went on my second class submarine cruise. I flew from
Savannah, Georgia to meet the USS Pennsylvania in Pearl
Harbor, Hawaii. When we arrived at the boat we were
greeted by the COB and then quickly ushered down the
hatch. Our bags were awaiting us in Bunkroom # 2 where
the crew had placed them.
During periods of low operation tempo, I was allowed to
go up on the Bridge and see the sun one last time for
about five days. I tried connecting with the enlisted personnel before I talked to the officers in hopes of perspectives of life underway. I was pleasantly surprised that
both officers and enlisted experienced the same joys and
pains associated with underway life.
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Mountain Warfare Training
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This summer MIDN Whitaker and
Campbell (Marine Option) reported
to Bridgeport, CA, a small Marine
base where the nearest city is an hour and a half away,
not to mention it was 6,500 ft up a mountain, for Mountain Warfare Training.
Upon arrival in Bridgeport, the pair immediately noticed
how different the climate was from Savannah, GA. The
heat was extreme—almost unbearable, but surprisingly
the nights were cold; just breathing regularly was difficult. The training was challenging;
the training area consisted of endless
mountains which seemed to form a
90˚ angle from base camp. Fifty percent of the time was spent in the in
field eating, sleeping, and training.
The training was realistic and motivating; the highlights included learning
how to write a five-paragraph order, and how to kill and
prepare small animals while surviving in the woods.
MIDN 2/C ENGLISH
USS LOS ANGELES
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cruise to expose myself to
other communities in the
Navy before I set myself in
stone. On 8 May 07, we departed for a 14 day trip to
Guam on the U.S. Navy’s oldest commissioned fast
attack submarine, the USS Los Angeles. I learned the
most by being able to watch how a submarine operates
on a daily basis. From the CO on down, everyone was
willing to teach us and explain the operation of a nuclear submarine.
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Homecoming is an event that everyone looks forward to each
year, and for the Midshipman Company it entails a day full of
events. The day began with the annual Homecoming parade.
The weather was perfect for the occasion, and the Midshipman
Company displayed a great sense of pride while wearing their
summer white uniforms. After the parade, the Midshipmen immediately changed over to polos and khakis to work concessions, tailgating, and parking. YNC Byers, along with a few
other Midshipmen, prepared a feast that included macaroni and
cheese, barbeque ribs, chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, potato
salad, and baked beans. While fellowshipping under the Blue
Angel, the Midshipmen had a chance to converse with active
duty staff members, as well as former graduates of the NROTC
Unit. It was extremely motivating to hear about some of their
experiences in the fleet.
MIDN 1/C Jenkins
It was a great pleasure and honor to be Miss NROTC 20072008 of Savannah State University. Being awarded this position came as a surprise to me but my excitement quickly
arose. As Miss NROTC, my duties were to represent the
unit in the Homecoming Coronation and be presented to the
public in the Homecoming Parade. In preparation for the
Coronation, I had to attend Coronation practice in which I
learned a short dance. It was nice to be in the company of
Savannah State’s other queens of organizations as we practiced with our escorts.
As a queen, I was required to wear a formal gown, which
was provided to me by the Midshipman Company. The
event was a very elegant one in which I felt very special.
The coronation represents the change of old queens to new
queens of each organization as well as Miss SSU. My personal part in the Coronation was very small but just to know
that I had some part in this year’s Coronation is a time I will
always remember.
There will be a time that I can tell my little cousins, nieces
and nephews that my NROTC unit saw me fitting to be the
queen. As for the Homecoming Parade as Miss NROTC, I
had the opportunity to ride in the convertible with the Commanding Officer of Savannah State University’s NROTC
unit, Captain Leonard B. Jones. That whole experience was
nice; I practiced my wave and received some lessons along
the ride by the community of Savannah. I am glad that I
had the opportunity to be Miss NROTC and will forever
have the memories of my experience.
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On 16 November 2007, the usual calm on the campus of Savannah
State University was disturbed by the sound of freedom as Major
Charles E. Robinson, USMCR and Major Paul W. Voss, USMCR
from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 774 (HMM-774) landed
their CH-46E helicopter on the campus’ practice football field
across the street from the NROTC building. Along with the Detachment Officer in Charge, LtCol John P. Wilson and the enlisted aircrew the two pilots treated the Midshipmen from NROTC Unit Savannah State University to orientation flights over Savannah and
neighboring cities.
After the orientation flights the crew set up the aircraft for a static
display and invited the general student population to come out and
learn about the CH-46E and it mission. Curious student and faculty
members including members of the university’s executive staff came
out in support of the fly-in. The president of Savannah State University, Dr. Earl G. Yarbrough Sr., displayed his enthusiasm as he interacted with LtCol Wilson and the rest of the aircrew.
The Staff and Midshipman Company express a heartfelt thank you to
the aircrew from HMM-774 and invites them to return whenever their
schedule allows.
MIDN 2/C Sherman
Run by the USMC, Toys for Tots is a program that donates toys to children whose parents can’t afford to buy gifts for
Christmas. It was founded in 1947 by Major Bill Hendrick and operates through donations and fund raisers that help to support its cause. The mission for Toys for Tots is “to collect new, unwrapped, toys during October, November, and December
of each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community in which the campaign is conducted.
On 8 September 2007, the Savannah Marines, Inspector & Instructor Staff of 4th Landing Support Battalion, sponsored a
5K Run to raise funds for Toys-for-Tots. A team of runners from Savannah State University to include Capt Martin, LT
Corbin, 2ndLt Daniels, GySgt Wright, OC Stokes, OC Heyde, MIDNs Cleary, Jordan, Parsons, Melendez, Smith D., English, Litchfield, Campbell, Banks, McCrimmon, and Williams; honorable mention: Quincy Wright, and babies Corbin and
Daniels, braved the comfortable 70 degree weather on Tybee Island to participate in the run.
The US Marine Corps has been conducting the Toys for Tots Program for 59 nine years. Since then, they have distributed more than 370 million toys to more than 173 million
needy children.
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On 16 September 2007, the Savannah State
University Tigers hosted the Bethune Cookman
Wildcats at Memorial Stadium. Our color guard
was fortunate enough to have the privilege to present the national colors during the pre-game salute to all the veterans in the stands . SSU
NROTC Color Guard presents the colors at every
SSU home game however, this day felt extremely
special as the crowd in the stands collectively and
attentively stood in silence as the announcer explained the importance of remembering our military members. The Color Guard seemed to
march a little bit more perfect, the execution was
a little more sharp. It was one of those days that
reinforced and reassured every Midshipman present that we had made the right decision.
MIDN 3/C Bondurant
As a Fourth Class Midshipman in the NROTC Unit at Savannah State University, the frequent Thursday Unit inspections actually meant something to me.
They meant more than the average praise that one would receive for having a
complete set of khakis freshly pressed and ironed and ready for inspection. To
me the Unit Inspections allowed me to show my true colors and represent myself
through the meticulous attention to detail that I put into organizing and readying
my uniform for inspection. By taking the time to look up the uniform regulations
and measuring the distance of anchors and your ribbon bar, it reflects the discipline and time you took to show respect for the military uniform and those who
have earned it before you.
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The Navy and Marine Corps Birthdays are renowned
traditions in the naval service. The Savannah State
NROTCU celebrated the 232nd anniversary of the Navy
and Marine Corps on 10 November 2007 at the Savannah
Riverfront Marriott in Savannah, Georgia. Our esteemed
Guest of Honor was Major General Willie J. Williams, the
Commanding General of the Marine Corps Logistics Command in Albany, Georgia.
from the Guest of Honor, the Commanding Officer declared that it was “party time.” We danced and socialized
with each other and enjoyed the occasion. All in all it was
not only a joyous and memorable occasion, but it was a
night of accomplishment, one that called for us to pay tribute and homage to the sacrifices made by men and women
who take on the challenges of naval service everyday, as
we seek to do soon. Bravo Zulu!
The ceremony began with a traditional military ceremony
which included an outstanding sword detail headed by
Gunnery Sergeant Muse. As the Commanding Officer of
SSU NROTCU Captain Leonard B. Jones and the Guest of
Honor entered the ceremony and the execution of proper
protocol on the part of the detail was very impressive,
which showed that all their hard work and practice really
paid off. After “Anchors Away” and other songs of relevance, we were seated and the ceremony proceeded. After
dinner and a poignant address focused on perseverance,
comradery among Sailors and Marines, and dedication,
MIDN 4/C Carrington, M.
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Hail to CDR Edward GaNun, who replaced CDR Joel Reaves as Executive Officer NROTC
Unit Savannah State University. CDR GaNun comes to us from Fleet Activities Okinawa
where he served as SEVENTH Fleet Liaison Officer, Air Operations Officer, and Officer in
Charge of the White Beach Naval Facility. He is a graduated of Virginia Tech (Go
Hokies!!) Navy ROTC with a Bachelor of Science in Finance in June 1989. Designated a
Naval Aviator in 1991 he was and assigned to HSL-46, a SH-60B Squadron in Mayport,
Florida where he completed two deployments as Detachment Maintenance Officer and Assistant Officer in Charge.
In 1995, he transferred to the Secretary of the Navy’s White House Liaison Office. While in
Washington, he completed a Masters of Business Administration degree at George Mason
University. In 1998 he was assigned to USS Kearsarge where he served as Mini Boss
throughout the MARG 2-99 deployment. In 2000, he returned to HSL-46 and completed a
successful deployment as Detachment FIVE’s Officer in Charge. He later served as the
squadron’s Operations Officer.
In 2003, CDR GaNun transferred to the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. In
2004, he was selected for promotion to Commander and earned a Masters Degree in National Security and Strategic Studies. Upon graduation, CDR GaNun volunteered for an overseas assignment to. His personal
awards include four Navy Commendation and three Navy Achievement Medals. He has earned several unit and campaign awards
including the Global War on Terrorism Service and Expeditionary Medals.
Hail to LT Joshua Corbin, who replaced LT Travis Haire as Junior Senior Advisor at NROTC Unit Savannah State University. LT Corbin comes to us from
the USS Hartford (SSN 768) homeported in Groton, CT. He is a graduated of
Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering.
LT Corbin completed Officer Candidate School in April 2003 and reported to
Submarine Warfare/Nuclear Power School prior to reporting to the USS Hartford (SSN 768). LT Corbin’s personal awards include three Navy Achievement Medals. He has earned several unit and campaign awards including the
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medals and Sea Service Deployment
Ribbon.
Hail to Mrs. Teresa Jenkins Taylor who replaced Mrs Rose Tyson as Savannah
State University NROTC Secretary. Mrs Taylor comes to us from Hickory,
NC where she served as a receptionist for the Hickory Metro Higher Education
Center
Mrs. Taylor is a native of Savannah, Ga. She attended and graduated from
Groves High School. After graduation, she enlisted in the US Navy and served
for 4 years. Mrs. Taylor holds an Associate’s degree in business administration and is currently working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in management. She will graduate in May 2009.
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Midshipman First Class Jeremy Brigham was commissioned an Ensign in the United States
Navy on 29 October 2007. GySgt Wright was on hand to render the first salute to the newly
commissioned naval officer. Ensign Brigham gave a special thanks to those friends and family members who stood by him in times of adversity. A native of Augusta, GA, Ensign Brigham graduated from Cross Creek High School. He was assigned to the USS Fort McHenry
(LSD 43) where he is serving as the Electrical Officer.
Officer Candidate Adam Heyde
Hometown: Mishawaka, IN
High School: Mishawaka High School
University: Savannah State University
Major: Mathematics
Assignment: USS PATRIOT (MCM 7)
MIDN 1/C Deitra Jenkins
Hometown: Fort Gaines, GA
High School: Randolph-Clay H. S.
University: Savannah State University
Major: Electronics Engineering Tech
Assignment: USS COMSTOCK (LSD 45)
MIDN 1/C Ruhollah Mahdi
Hometown: Savannah, GA
High School: Sol C. Johnson H. S.
University: Savannah State University
Major: Computer Science Technology.
Assignment: USS BAINBRIDGE (DDG 96)
MIDN 1/C Kevin Samuels
Hometown: Augusta, GA
High School: Harlem High School.
University: Savannah State University
Major: Computer Science Technology.
Assignment: USS Howard (DDG 83)
GySgt Jared Muse
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Hometown: Jacksonville, FL
High School: Duncan U. Fletcher H.S
University: Armstrong Atlantic State Univ
Major: Psychology
Assignment: TBS, Quantico, VA
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GYSGT Muse, MIDN Sherman, Smith, D. and Smith, S.
at the Halloween party throw by Sisters Striving for
Excellence.
MIDN Sanders, Duhart, Jenkins, Sherman, Brigham, Mahdi, Samuels, OC Heyde and MIDN Pina
onboard the USS Hawes
SGtMaj Kellman, USAA and Seth Kovensky,
Live Oak Financial, provide Financial planning education to the Midshipman Company
Captain Jones cuts the birthday cake at the
Navy/Marine Corps Ball, 10 Nov 2007
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MIDN 2/C Whitaker and MIDN 2/C English enjoying Aviation Day with HMM-774
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Savannah State University
Armstrong Atlantic State University
NROTC Unit Staff
Active Duty
Staff
CAPT Leonard B. Jones, USN
Commanding Officer
Professor of Naval Science
Midshipman Company
Staff
SKCS C. Porter, USN
Supply Officer
MIDN 1/C K. Samuels
Commanding Officer
MIDN 1/C R. Mahdi
Logistics Officer
CDR Ganun, USN
Executive Officer
Associate Professor of Naval
Science
YNC R. Byers, USN
Admin Officer
MIDN 1/C R. Duhart
Executive Officer
MIDN 1/C R. Sanders
Adjutant
GYSGT J. Wright, USMC
Assist Marine Officer Instructor
Sgt L. Ferdinand
Company 1st Sgt
Sgt. M Stroud
Academics Officer
Capt J. Martin, USMC
Marine Officer Instructor
Mrs. T. Taylor
SSU Secretary
MIDN 1/C D. Jenkins
Operations Officer
LT J. Emrich, USN
Freshman/Sophomore Advisor
Recruiting Officer
Mrs. M.T. Shepard
Military Personnel Clerk
LT J. Corbin, USN
Junior/Senior Advisor
MWR/IT Officer
Commanding Officer
Naval ROTC Unit and
Professor of Naval Science
Savannah State University
Savannah, Georgia 31404-9701
Professor of Naval Science
PO Box 20299
Savannah State University
Savannah, Georgia 31404-9701
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SAVANNAH STATE UNIVERSITY NROTC
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