Upcoming Events

U.S. Naval War College events showcase the expansive depth and reach of our programs and faculty, and enhance our relevance to the U.S. Navy and national security.

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U.S. Naval War College Upcoming Events

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U.S. Naval War College Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday

Thursday, November 28, 2024
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The U.S. Naval War College will be closed November 28th, 2024 to observe the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Executive Level Operational Level of Warfare Course

Monday, December 09-13, 2024
Evans Hall, U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The Executive Level Operational Level of Warfare Course 25-1 begins on December 9th, 2024 and concludes on December 13th, 2024. This one-week course is taught three times a year at the College of Maritime Operational Warfare located at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island.

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11th Annual Women, Peace, and Security Symposium

Monday, December 16-17, 2024
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The Naval War College (NWC) will host its 11th annual Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Conference, December 16-17, 2024, in Newport, Rhode Island. This year's theme is "Rethinking Global Security in a Complex World."

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

Wednesday, December 25, 2024
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The U.S. Naval War College will be closed December 25th, 2024 to observe the Christmas Day holiday.

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

Wednesday, January 01, 2025
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The U.S. Naval War College will be closed January 1st, 2025 to observe the New Year's Day holiday.

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U.S. Naval War College Closed for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday

Monday, January 20, 2025
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The U.S. Naval War College will be closed January 20th, 2025 to observe the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday.

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New Student Orientation

Monday, February 10-12, 2025
8:00 a.m.
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

New student orientation is a multi-day event designed to prepare you for your upcoming U.S. Naval War College experience and give you the information you will need to be ready when classes begin.

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Theater Security Decision Making Course Ends

Thursday, February 13, 2025
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The Theater Security Decision Making (TSDM) course at the U.S. Naval War College (NWC) begins on November 7th, 2024 and concludes on February 13th, 2025. Please follow health and safety guidelines and refer to the orientation material for more guidance.

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

Monday, February 17, 2025
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The U.S. Naval War College will be closed February 17th, 2025 to observe the President's Day holiday.