An Overview of the US Naval Academy

Introduction The United States Naval Academy (US Naval Academy, USNA, or Navy) is a federal service academy in Annapolis, Maryland. It was established on 10 October 1845 during the tenure of George Bancroft as Secretary of the Navy. The Naval Academy is the second oldest of the five US service academies and it educates midshipmen… Read More

8 Ways Team Sports Can Improve Students’ Social Lives

Introduction Socialisation has always been one of the most important aspects of being a college student. First of all, it has a positive impact on mental health and well-being. Studies have shown that socialising and having a supportive network of friends can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, which are common issues for students. Also, college… Read More

An Overview of Hargrave Military Academy

Introduction Hargrave Military Academy (HMA) is a private, all-male, military boarding school located in the town of Chatham, Virginia. Hargrave is affiliated with the Baptist General Association of Virginia emphasizing Christian values that focuses on a college and military preparatory programme. The school serves boys from around the world for grade 7 through post-graduate (PG).… Read More

An Overview of the US Naval Academy Preparatory School

Introduction The Naval Academy Preparatory School or NAPS is the preparatory school for the United States Naval Academy. NAPS is located on Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island. The mission of the Naval Academy Preparatory School is “To enhance Midshipman Candidates’ moral, mental, and physical foundations to prepare them for success at the United States Naval… Read More

An Overview of the US Air Force Academy Preparatory School

Introduction The United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School – usually referred to as “the Prep School” or “The P School” – was established in May 1961. The school’s founder and first commander was Colonel Lee Charles Black. It is located on the campus of the United States Air Force Academy near the Community Centre.… Read More

An Overview of Northwestern Preparatory School

Introduction Northwestern Preparatory School (NWPS) is a post-high school graduate preparatory school designed to prepare young men and women who aspire to attend United States federal service academies. It focuses on improving students’ standardised test taking skills through English, mathematics, science, and vocabulary study. Background Founded in 1915 in Mound, Minnesota. James Hoiby served as… Read More

An Overview of Greystone Preparatory School

Introduction The Greystone Preparatory School Programme situated on the campus of the University of the Ozarks in Clarksville, Arizona, serves to prepare candidates for nomination, appointment and success at one of the five US Federal Service Academies: Background The Greystone programme was started by Commander David Bailey, US Navy (Ret.), a graduate of the US… Read More