by - William B. Garrett Vice Academic Dean U.S. Naval Academy
Character development has been part of the Naval Academy
program since the school was founded more than 150 years ago.
A strong emphasis on moral and ethical behavior has been an
element of continuity throughout the years. Recent events
caused a refocusing on a formal program of character development
which now exists for all midshipmen in a four year continuum.
The presentation will:
outline the historical precedents for a program of
character development
explain recent reemphasis on character development and
creation of a formal program
describe the current Character Development Program
outline methods of assessment
describe the Naval Academy's goals for the future
The Naval Academy has instituted an impressive program of applied
ethics and has established a Character Development Program of
distinctive excellence.