About the Surface Navy Association
History
The Surface Navy Association (SNA) was
incorporated in 1985 to promote greater coordination and communication among
those in the military, business and academic communities who share a common
interest in Naval Surface Warfare and to support the activities of Surface Naval
Forces. The Association's first elected President, Vice Admiral Robert L.
Walters, presided over the first board meeting in January, 1987. The SNA counts
among its distinguished members Admiral Arleigh Burke, a founding member and
Chairman of the Board. In an effort to expand the communication and education
goals of the Association, an annual symposium and convention was begun in 1988.
Purpose
- To promote recognition of the role of the Navy and
Surface Forces in United States' security
- To recognize and publicize professional excellence in
Surface Naval Forces
- To deal with the challenges in the role of Naval Forces
in national security
- To promote liaison and communication among military,
academic and business communities
- To foster and preserve the heritage of the Surface Naval
Forces in the United States Navy
- To provide forums on professional matters affecting
Surface Naval Forces and the United States Navy
Activities
- Recognition of excellence through its Awards Program
- Contributions to scholarship funds
- Support of Navy recruiting programs
- Publication of a periodical to expand communication
within the community
- Annual symposia to promote exchange of information and
ideas
Membership Benefits
- Participation in professional forums
- Subscription to the SITREP newsletter
- Information on National and Chapter events
- Participation in local Chapter events
- Camaraderie within the community
- Surface Warfare Magazine for Life Members
- Invitation to Annual Symposium
- Volunteer opportunities
- Liaison with other professional associations
- Networking opportunities
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Surface Navy Association,
please contact one of our board members or visit the
National Surface Navy Association to
join
online!
Website questions, please contact
YNC(AW) Amanda Turner
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