Past Events

The U.S. Naval War College (NWC) event calendar is expansive. Through reflection and examination, past NWC events may still highlight our educational and research position in the naval community and the wider defense audience.

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U.S. Naval War College Past Events

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Lectures of Opportunity: "China’s Use of Military Power"

Wednesday, January 03, 2024
12:00 p.m.
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Road, Newport, RI 02841

The People's Liberation Army (PLA) is the largest military force in the world, with improved capabilities threatening United States military dominance.

Patio chairs on the U.S. Naval War College campus overlooking the Narragansett Bay and Pell Bridge.

U.S. Naval War College Closed for the New Year's Day Holiday

Monday, January 01, 2024
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The U.S. Naval War College will be closed January 1st, 2024 to observe the New Year's Day holiday.

Patio chairs on the U.S. Naval War College campus overlooking the Narragansett Bay and Pell Bridge.

U.S. Naval War College Closed for the Christmas Day Holiday

Monday, December 25, 2023
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The U.S. Naval War College will be closed December 25th, 2023 to observe the Christmas Day holiday.

Navy Band Northeast performed in a holiday concert at the U.S. Naval War College’s Spruance Auditorium, Dec. 11.

Navy Band Northeast Holiday Concert 2023

Sunday, December 17, 2023
3:00 p.m.
Spruance Auditorium, U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Road, Newport, RI 02841

Navy Band Northeast will perform their holiday concert in Spruance auditorium.

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Issues in National Security: "Taiwan"

Tuesday, December 12, 2023
4:30 p.m.
Spruance Auditorium, U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Road, Newport, RI 02841

The 'Issues in National Security' lectures represent current political, military, economic, and social issues that challenge strategists and concern citizens therefore the lectures are tailored to the spouses and significant others of U.S. Naval War College students, staff, and faculty.

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Lectures of Opportunity: "5th National Climate Assessment and National Security"

Friday, December 08, 2023
12:00 p.m.
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Road, Newport, RI 02841

The LOO will address the 5th National Climate Assessment—how it was written, what are the key overall takeaways, and a deep dive into the National Security section of Chapter 17: Climate Effects on US International Interests.