USMMA to Celebrate Reopening of Rogers Hall

The United States Merchant Marine Academy will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the reopening of newly renovated midshipman barracks on Saturday. 

The 9 a.m. ceremony will be held at Rogers Hall, the fifth of six barracks to be completed as part of USMMA’s overall Capital Improvement Plan. 

Rogers Hall, which will be home to Band Company and the Regimental Staff, has been transformed over the past year. The building has new floor-mounted heat pump air conditioning and heating, wall partitions with reduced sound transmission, and impact-resistant gypsum board, new plumbing , a new fire protection system throughout the building to include smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and each two-person dormitory room has new furniture layouts. 

The new barracks ensure a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment for the Regiment of Midshipmen, according to USMMA officials.

After the ribbon cutting ceremony, media will have an opportunity to visit the barracks during Command Inspection.

WHAT:            Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Renovated Rogers Hall

WHO:                        USMMA Superintendent, Rear Admiral, James A. Helis Ph.D.

Deputy Superintendent, Rear Admiral Dunlap

Deputy Commandant of Midshipmen, Captain Bob DeStafney

Regimental Commander, Midshipman Captain Kevin Berto

WHEN:            Saturday, Aug. 10 at 9:00 a.m

WHERE:              Rogers Hall Entrance - Barney Square