Merrimack Woman Named Midshipman At Marine Academy

MERRIMACK, NH — A former Merrimack High School student will be spending the next four years training to serve as a merchant marine.

Maeve Jackson was recently sworn in as a midshipman at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in New York and as a member of the Naval Reserves. She was nominated by federal officials to attend the service academy. As part of her education, Jackson will spend one year as a cadet aboard an ocean vessel.

When she graduates, Jackson will receive both a bachelor’s degree and a merchant marine officer license. She will serve the country as either an active or reserve officer of the armed forces.

Jackson is a member of the Class of 2021 at Merrimack High School. While attending school, she played volleyball and was a senior class advisor.

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