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!
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