United States Naval Academy Induction Day

Prospective midshipmen begin the day by reporting to Alumni Hall, the Naval Academy Midshipman Activities Center, where they are welcomed to the Navy by command chaplain staff.

Midshipmen are fitted for their new uniforms and issued much of their necessary equipment, such as professional publications and field gear, which is sent by truck to the midshipman dormitory.

Before midshipmen depart Alumni Hall, they receive their first introduction to the academy's Honor System and are taught basic military courtesies, such as saluting.

They are shown how to mark and stow all equipment and spend considerable time arranging their rooms appropriately.

Parents and families of the new plebes are encouraged to attend this event and the Navy usually arranges for a fly-by of naval aircraft, weather permitting.