Naval Postgraduate School Foundation & Alumni Association

The Naval Postgraduate School is at the forefront of innovation with the development of the world’s largest atomic fountain of its kinda. This groundbreaking project is nearing the completion of its first phase, paving the way for advancements in navigation and timekeeping for defense applications. The #NPS Atomic Fountain project is a testament to the collaborative expertise of researchers like Dr. Frank Narducci and NPS students like Cmdr. Eric Berdahl, who are are advancing quantum science to address critical defense challenges. At the Naval Postgraduate School Foundation & Alumni Association we are proud to support the pioneering research and forward-thinking initiatives at NPS. By fostering innovation and providing resources, we help empower the next generation of military and civilian leaders to solve critical global challenges. ?? Learn more about this project and its potential impact: https://ow.ly/v0N650Uc6Lp Together, we are building a future where innovation fuels progress. #Innovation | #STEM | #QuantumSensing |#NPSresearch

?The Naval Postgraduate School Foundation & Alumni Association is proud to support the Institute for Security Governance Women, Leadership, and National Defense resident course, a platform for fostering global dialogue and advancing the Women, Peace, and Security (#WPS) agenda. Our contributions—ranging from transportation funding to hosting a memorable dinner and evening at Santa Catalina School—enhanced the experience of 36 international military officers from 23 countries. This program underscores the vital role of women in peacebuilding and national defense, aligning with broader efforts to empower women leaders worldwide. We are honored to support initiatives that promote collaboration and inclusion in addressing today’s global security challenges. #WomenPeaceAndSecurity | #GlobalLeadership | #NPS

?? Join Us at the I/ITSEC 2024 NPS Alumni Reception in Orlando, FL! ?? Date: December 3rd Time: 5 to 7 p.m. Location: Southside Restaurant, South Concourse, Orange Country Convention Center *Onsite at I/ITSEC* We’re excited to feature Vice Adm. TJ White, Director of Naval Intelligence, Cyber, and Communications (DONICO) Chair at NPS, as our guest speaker for the evening. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the Naval Postgraduate School community of students, faculty, staff, alumni and industry partners! ?? Register for the event: https://lnkd.in/gAg92sG The Interservice / Industry Training, Simulation, and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) is the world’s largest modeling, simulation, and training event, bringing together leaders from military, industry, and academia to drive innovation and collaboration. For more details on I/ITSEC, visit: https://www.iitsec.org We look forward to seeing you there! #IITSEC2024 | #ModelingandSimulation | #DefenseInnovation | #TechInDefense | #NPSAlumni | US Navy | United States Marine Corps

?? Advancing Climate Security through Education and Research ?? Climate Security is an important aspect of national security. Rising sea levels and global temperatures, more severe and frequent droughts, floods, wildfires and extreme weather increasingly inflict devastation across the planet, impacting people and their livelihoods, infrastructure and the environment. It also impacts naval operations and readiness. Naval Postgraduate School faculty, students and partners lead and contribute to #climatesecurity education and research, equipping military and civilian leaders to address these complex threats around the globe. Recently, NPS partnered with NATO and representatives from over 19 countries to deliver climate security education to member states, enhancing collaborative approaches to this growing challenge. Among the leaders in this effort is Rebecca Grippo, a fellow of the inaugural class of the NPS-Stanford Climate Security Fellowship, who helped organize the course and presented two sessions on economics, policy and law. This partnership and the event strengthens international cooperation and underscores the need for shared strategies to safeguard our future. Read more about this vital initiative here: https://lnkd.in/gMvJzafc. Closer to home, NPS researchers are deeply engaged in analyzing the effects of #climatechange on coastal installations like Vandenberg Space Force Base. These studies provide actionable insights to protect mission-critical infrastructure and operations from rising sea levels and extreme weather events. Explore the impactful work our researchers are doing: https://lnkd.in/gbAZkxWn. By fostering innovative partnerships and advancing critical research, #NPS prepares defense leaders to meet evolving security challenges. Through our commitment to the Naval Postgraduate School's mission, the Foundation proudly supports these efforts that strengthen resilience and security across the globe. Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability | Office of the Secretary of the Navy | US Navy | #interoperability | #GlobalSecurity | #NATO | #NPSimpact

"Monterey County is home to key defense organizations, including the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center, the Fleet Numerical Meteorology and Oceanography Center (FNMOC), and the U.S. Coast Guard Station, among others. Together with NPS, these institutions employ nearly 12,000 defense personnel and another 18,000 veterans who contribute both economically and socially to the region. Their presence and work deepen the connection between the military and the local community, where veterans serve as teachers, business leaders, coaches, mentors, and advocates for civic engagement." The NPS Foundation & Alumni Association is proud to support the #NPS military community both locally and abroad and to build partnerships with our local #MontereyPeninsula community. The contributions made by Naval Postgraduate School students, faculty and alumni impact not just #nationalsecurity, but also #energysecurity, #technology, and so much more. We extend our deepest gratitude for their selfless service. #VeteransDay

???? This Veterans Day, the Naval Postgraduate School Foundation & Alumni Association proudly honors the extraordinary service and sacrifice of our joint forces and their families. We are privileged to support students from every branch—Air Force, Army, Space Force, Navy, Coast Guard, Marine Corps—and welcome international students from foreign services who join us to strengthen their capabilities in service to global security. To all who serve and sacrifice: today and every day, we salute you. Thank you for your commitment to protecting our freedoms and inspiring the next generation of leaders. #VeteransDay | #NPSFoundation | #JointForces | #HonorServiceSacrifice | #NPS

?? On #STEMDay, we are proud to highlight the crucial role the Naval Postgraduate School Foundation & Alumni Association plays in advancing the mission of the Naval Postgraduate School, particularly in supporting #STEM education for Naval Postgraduate School students. The NPS Foundation actively supports bringing cutting-edge technologies to campus to support #research and #education and provides opportunities for service members to mentor local #MontereyPeninsula students through STEM outreach activities, fostering collaboration and innovation across all levels of learning. These efforts ensure that NPS students and future tech leaders -- guided by a network of academics, military service members and industry experts -- are well-prepared to be digital citizens and leaders in their fields. By supporting #NPS, we aim to break down barriers to experiential learning and equip our future defense and technology leaders with the necessary skills to succeed. DoD STEM | County of Monterey | #DODSTEM | #DigitalCitizenship | #Innovation | #STEMEducation | #DiversityInSTEM | #IndustryPartnership

Welcome aboard, indeed! ?? We look forward to working with the Naval Postgraduate School's new STEM Director, Dr. Jennifer Carson to support #STEM education and research across the NPS campus and #STEMoutreach in the community.

Congratulations to Naval Postgraduate School Alumnus Robert Taylor, MS in Electrical Engineering '13, on his appointment as Senior Scientific Technical Manager for Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations at Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic. With over 20 years of experience, Mr. Taylor will lead advancements in electronic warfare and spectrum operations to strengthen naval capabilities. His leadership is a testament to the impactful work our alumni are doing to shape the future of defense technology. #NPSAlumni #NavalInnovation #SpectrumOperations #ElectronicWarfare #Leadership

Continuing to build the Global Trusted Alumni Network! The Naval Postgraduate School Foundation & Alumni Association looks forward to supporting "The Americas" International Alumni Symposium in May 2025. Naval Postgraduate School alumni from North, Central, and South America are eligible and invited to apply for the regional international alumni symposium in Chile in May 2025. U.S. #NPSalumni stationed in the region may also apply to attend. Applications will be accepted through 15 December 2024. Naval Postgraduate School International Graduate Programs Office (IGPO) | Office of the Secretary of the Navy | US Navy #GlobalPartnerships #StrongerTogether