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MISSION, FUNCTIONS AND TASKS OF THE U.S. NAVAL WAR COLLEGE OPNAVINST 5450.207E 18 May 2021 https://lnkd.in/eyawHT5e Mission. The mission of NAVWARCOL is to:  a. Educate and Develop Leaders. ... b. Support Defining the Future Navy and Associated Roles and Missions. ... c. Support the Navy During an Era of Great Power Competition. ... d. Strengthen Global Maritime Partnerships. ... e. Promote Ethical Leadership Across the Force. ...

Absurd. CMOW, at least MSOC, changes the way Navy officers and senior SNCOs think. That’s education, not training. MSOC actually transforms tacticians into officers at the front end of being able to employ Operational Art with some agility atop newly learned ideas and approaches. When they hit the Fleets, many report that they often get crushed by 0-6s and FOs who have spent their entire career excelling at the tactical level within their tribe and are pejorative towards things like the NPP and how to wield it as a weapon. It seems, the author has no idea what CMOW does. If the author thinks that the JPME courses are delivering what Combatant Commanders need from graduates of the Naval War College, I think he is also off base. I also think the Navy doesn’t ask or, maybe until this CNO, doesn’t care. One, the Navy doesn’t select NWC attendees like the other services do. No tie to promotion or command. Rare follow on orders to a Joint Command or MOC in most cases. Thus, I conclude the US Navy Culture has an anti-education bias. Their certifications substantiate this. The warfare tribes don’t reward attendance. I got a Masters from the NWC. Rather happy about it. However, NWC was only of value to me because I came with planning experience, understood the OLOW, Joint Factors, Functions, and Principles. Not so for most Navy Officers. So, if the NWC wants to be a Masters Program, and a College like Brown, so be it. I hope not. The Naval WAR College must balance its curriculum by establishing a laser focus on Naval Warfare, balancing the theory of pure PhDs with the warfighting experience of well educated and degreed ‘Professors of Practice,’ and get the College on a war footing. Now.

As the character of war changes at the pace of technological advancement, it is critical to remember that the nature of war is unchanging. It is fundamentally "a violent clash of...irreconcilable wills, each trying to impose itself on the other" (See MCDP-1). At the strategic level, those wills may be political, but at the tactical level, they are fundamentally human. As many are (rightly) focused on maintaining the United States' technological edge in combat, it is encouraging to see the US Naval Academy continue to hone the human edge that will ultimately deliver victory on the battlefield.

Today, I had the opportunity to expand my knowledge on the U.S. Naval Community College. I encourage all Naval Leaders to read these interesting facts and nominate a creditable Sailor from their command. USNCC provides naval-relevant associate degree levels and stackable certificates in naval-relevant fields to enlisted service members. It became established in 2021 in order to progress war fighting skills capability. Partnering with regionally accredited universities, its goal is to remain responsive to the fleet through emerging Navy programs and needs such as leadership, engineering, data analytics, cybersecurity, aviation and many more. It does not limit service members to in rate only specific classes. It does not touch TA or GI Bill funding. It does not require a specific time in service. It’s 100% funded. To enroll: -command nomination or apply online -application screened -command approves -candidate notified of admissions and next steps

Sharing the work of LCDR Mike Natali, AEP #150 as the Program Officer for the Manpower, Personnel, Training, and Education Information Sciences (MPTE-IS) portfolio at Office of Naval Research. LCDR Natali helps shape the science and technology development relying on experimental psychology to support the Warfighter. The MPTE portfolio focuses on a wide range of initiatives, from manpower modeling and personnel screening to the integration of machine learning and AI in training programs. The MPTE-IS portfolio strives to optimize the effectiveness of warfighters by leveraging advanced data analytics, extended reality technologies, and innovative assessment methods. LCDR Natali's and ONR Code 34’s efforts are vital in ensuring that our Naval personnel are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in dynamic operational environments, while also addressing key challenges in retention and reducing unplanned losses. Learn more about ONR Code 34 Warfighter Performance and the research under LCDR Natali’s portfolio here: https://lnkd.in/e96MFbjZ #scienceandservice #NavalAviation #IOPsych #aerospacepsychology #humanfactors #appliedpsychology

At the Naval Postgraduate School Foundation & Alumni Association, we recognize that students are the cornerstone of NPS, driving forward innovation and excellence. Their outstanding achievements not only reflect the values of our organization but also significantly contribute to #nationalsecurity and military operations. In this month's Faces of NPS: Information & Communication Technologies for Operational Readiness, we had the opportunity to showcase one of our students in the Information Professional (IP) Community. Lt.Cmdr. James Phan highlights the valuable experiences achieved by attending #NPS and why military services want to send their officers and NCOs to Naval Postgraduate School. "I think the most impactful experience since I’ve gotten to NPS has been interacting with other members of the Information Professional (IP) community that are in a similar point in their careers. We are a relatively small community of about 1,000 officers and there are approximately 35-40 IPs here at NPS. Learning what jobs they’ve done in the past can give me a lot of insight on where I might go next and how I can shape my academic curriculum to better prepare myself." Phan also emphasized the importance of investing in service members’ education to help with retention rates and alleviate the strain of increasingly demanding operational tempos. Graduate education offers a fresh perspective and alternative problem-solving approaches that prove invaluable upon returning to the Fleet and Force. Read Phan's full interview for more about his significant takeaways and the value of building connections with industry, academia and other military members: Read more: https://lnkd.in/eFs9c-uX #FacesofNPS #InformationProfessional #NavalPostgraduateSchool #operationalreadiness

The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) welcomed professionals from the operations research and analytics communities to campus for the 92nd Military Operations Research Society (MORS) Symposium, June 24-27, 2024. “I believe we are in a period of significant importance for the analytic community,” said U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Douglas Sasse, Director, Assessment Division (OPNAV N81), during his remarks at the symposium’s kickoff session on June 25. “Most of us that have been in this business for a while have seen the weight decision-makers place on analysis ebb and flow over the years. From my viewpoint, we are seeing a resurgence in demand, and the analytic community needs to remain focused on answering the bell.” The symposium brought together more than 900 attendees from the military, government, industry and academia – mainly from the operations research (OR) field and many NPS graduates – to exchange information, examine research and discuss critical national security issues. “This is the best operations research department in the world. They set the standard for how others do it, and it's the only one that is uniquely focused on the military applications of operations research,” said retired U.S. Navy Capt. Arthur (Trip) Barber, a MORS fellow and 1979 NPS graduate. “It's kind of the Mecca that everyone comes back to when they want to know what the state of the art is, and the technology, and how to teach it.” • Read the full story at: https://lnkd.in/g5yNH2x5 • More about Operations Research at NPS: https://nps.edu/web/or US Navy | United States Marine Corps #usnavy #marines #professionaldevelopment #operationsresearch #defense #education

🛡 Proud to see O2X Human Performance supporting our US Navy ships and commands across the Fleet! This week, we’re working with Naval Base San Diego, delivering an O2X Training & Education multi-day Workshop focused on optimizing mental and physical performance. Later this month, we’ll be bringing our programs to 🚢 ships in both Norfolk and San Diego! From Mental Performance strategies to injury prevention, sleep optimization, and nutrition—our team of experts is committed to enhancing performance, building mental & physical resilience, and reducing injuries across the Navy. 🌟 With on-site workshops led by experienced specialists and "O2X Connect" delivering daily, customized programming, we ensure your team has the resources to perform at their best. Need more support? We can also embed full-time integrated specialists directly within your command to provide ongoing, hands-on expertise. ⚓ ❓ Where do you think performance optimization can have the biggest impact on your command? Drop a comment below or message me to learn how we can tailor a program to support your team’s mission readiness!👇 Let’s improve readiness and support those who protect our freedom every day! 🇺🇸 #NavyStrong #MissionReady #HumanPerformance #O2XWorkshops #FleetReadiness #O2XConnect #InjuryPrevention #MentalPerformance #Resilience #MilitarySupport (Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic, Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic, Commander, Naval Air Force, Pacific, U.S. Naval Surface Force, Surface Navy Association, Navy League of the United States, Naval Education and Training Command, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, United States Naval Academy, Naval Postgraduate School, Naval Health Research Center, US Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery) Paul McCullough // Eamonn Burke // Blake Brinkerhoff // Michael Lombardi

Excellent article. I first contemplated my “leadership philosophy” as part of a course at National Intelligence University in 2016, framing the tenets of service, leadership and humility that ultimately became my Command Philosophy. The origins of “Serve First, Lead Second, Be Humble” are shared in a separate piece here at U.S. Naval Institute Proceedings.

As we navigate the demands of work and strive to foster the next generation of naval engineers, I ponder the value of professional engagement and mentorship. Reflecting on my journey, I have a few questions for you: 1. Are you active in a professional organization? If so, what drives your participation? If not, what barriers hinder your investment in self-growth? 2. For mentors and managers, how do you unlock the potential in your mentees and employees, guiding them towards success? 3. Do you recognize the value of your team members? How do you demonstrate this daily, ensuring they thrive within your organization? 4. Naval engineers, how do you approach professional development for yourself and your team? Personally, as a naval engineer with a background in the U.S. Navy, I've found immense value in organizations like ASNE and SNAME. Networking and sharing insights with fellow professionals have enriched my career. Let's continue this dialogue. What's holding you back from engaging with a professional organization? I challenge you to ask yourself, “If not you, who?” Who is going to invest in your professional development and in your future replacements?” Get involved! Those that are involved, thank you! But, there is still more work to be done to promote civic engagement in our own professions and our communities. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get busy! #ASNE #SNAME #ODU #USNAVY