Ruppersberger Named to Naval Academy’s Board of Visitors

(Washington, D.C.)- Congressman C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger (D-MD) has been named to the United States Naval Academy’s Board of Visitors.  In this position, Congressman Ruppersberger will help oversee the inner workings of the prestigious institution as it works to shape America’s future leaders. 

“It is an honor to be appointed to the United States Naval Academy’s Board of Visitors.  The Naval Academy trains the future leaders of our country and teaches them the core values of courage, honor, and commitment to serve their country.  In the changing world we live in, it is more important than ever that we develop strong leaders for the challenges of today and tomorrow,” said Congressman C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger (D-MD).     

The Board of Visitors inquires into the state of morale and discipline, the curriculum, instruction, physical equipment, fiscal affairs, academic methods, and other matters relating to the Naval Academy and its midshipmen and women.  The Board submits its findings to the President of the United States in an annual written report. 

More than 4,000 midshipmen and women from all fifty states are enrolled in the Naval Academy.  Graduates of the institution usually serve their country through joining the Navy or Marines. 

The Naval Academy was founded in 1845 by the Secretary of the Navy, George Bancroft, in the historic City of Annapolis.  Congressman Ruppersberger was appointed by Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi.  The Board of Visitors consists of fifteen members.

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