Marine Corps University Foundation

06/14/2026

Honoring the Stars and Stripes on Flag Day

Today, Marine Corps University Foundation recognizes the symbol that represents service, unity, sacrifice, and national purpose.

One Nation.
One Flag.
One Purpose.

As we honor Flag Day, we also reaffirm the importance of developing strong leaders through education, character, and commitment to service.

Share this post to honor the Stars and Stripes and visit mcufoundation.org to learn more about our mission.

06/11/2026

Leadership Excellence will return soon.

Join the Marine Corps University Foundation for the 2026 Russell Leadership Award Luncheon on October 20, 2026, at The Union League Club in New York City. This special luncheon supports Marines and their Professional Military Education worldwide while honoring leadership, character, and excellence.

Stay tuned for more updates.

Comment “Semper Fi” if you believe in supporting the next generation of Marine leaders.

06/09/2026

🏆 Celebrating Excellence at Marine Corps University

Marine Corps University Foundation proudly congratulates this year’s award recipients for their outstanding achievement, leadership, scholarship, and commitment to Professional Military Education.

Please join us in honoring:

Gunnery Sergeant Cesar D. Flores-Oliva - Resident Enlisted Rose Award
Major Jess M. Hessock, USMC - Staff Ride Excellence Prize
Major David Fuentes, USMC - Streusand-Cooper Award
Lieutenant Colonel Joseph McAlarnen - Resident Officer Rose Award
Major Thomas C. Johnson, USMC, SAW - Colonel Arthur Corbett Award
Major Ian S. Lynch, USMC - Colonel Franklin Brooke Nihart Award
Lieutenant Colonel Mathison Hall - Expeditionary Warfare School Distance Education Program Rose Award
Dr. Michael F. Morris - Resident Civilian Rose Award
Lieutenant Colonel Christiana Crawford - Command and Staff College Distance Education Program Rose Award
Master Gunnery Sergeant Albert Mediate, USMC (Ret.) - Enlisted College Distance Education Program Rose Award

These recipients represent academic excellence, professional dedication, and strategic thinking that continue to strengthen Marine Corps University and shape the Marine leaders of tomorrow.

👏 Share your congratulations in the comments and share this post to recognize these outstanding award recipients.

Learn more about MCU Foundation’s impact: mcufoundation.org

06/09/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Marine Corps University Class of 2026!

Today’s graduates represent academic excellence, professional growth, and an unwavering commitment to service. As these leaders move forward, they carry the knowledge, discipline, and strategic mindset needed to meet tomorrow’s challenges.

Join us in celebrating the Class of 2026 prepared to lead, committed to excellence, and ready for the future.

👏 Drop your congratulations in the comments, tag a graduate, and share this post to honor their achievement.

Learn more about how Marine Corps University Foundation supports the next generation of Marine leaders: mcufoundation.org

06/03/2026

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, the Marine Corps University Foundation pauses to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation.

For duty. For country. For freedom. 🕊️

Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Learn more about our mission: www.mcufoundation.org

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from the Marine Corps University Foundation. 💐

Behind every mission is a mother’s strength. Her love, sacrifice, guidance, and unwavering support help shape the leaders who serve our Nation.

Today, we honor the mothers, grandmothers, spouses, mentors, and mother figures whose care inspires courage in every generation. ❤️

Thank you for everything, Mom.

04/27/2026

Wharton Leadership Ventures donates $15,000 to MCUF after the Quantico Military Experience.

Read more about it here:

Darrel Choat, MCUF COO receives a donation for MCUF from Jules Roy, Wharton Leadership Ventures Director on behalf of Wharton Leadership Ventures.

04/17/2026

Dr. Jon T. Kosloski, Director of All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), was the guest lecturer for the fourth Presidential Lecture Series at Marine Corps University. Dr. Kosloski offered insight about Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).

For more information about the lecture, take a look at the article: https://mcufoundation.org/eyes-on-the-unknown-lecture-explores-unidentified-anomalous-phenomena/

04/07/2026

Legendary Marine. Visionary Leader. The Marine Corps University Foundation is honored to present Bob Parsons with the Semper Fidelis Award. Through his incredible success and his legendary philanthropy, Bob continues to prove that "Once a Marine, Always a Marine" isn’t just a motto—it’s a way of life.