
From The Seawall Ep. 03: Commandant of Midshipmen CAPT Clint Cornell ‘01, USN
Every USNA alum has a story - every alumni story starts From the Sea Wall.
This monthly podcast and vlogcast brings you conversations with Naval Academy alumni as they share the experiences, leadership lessons and pivotal moments that shaped their lives from the Yard to the Fleet, the Marine Corps and beyond.
In this episode, we travel to Triton’s Light and talk with CAPT Clint Cornell ‘01, USN, the U.S. Naval Academy’s Commandant of Midshipmen, for an exclusive and in-depth conversation about leadership, service and the future of the Brigade. From his days as a midshipman in Bancroft Hall to his current role shaping the next generation of Navy and Marine Corps officers, Cornell shares the experiences, lessons and challenges that have defined his journey. He also offers unique insight into the responsibility of developing the young leaders who will lead our Navy and Marine Corps into the future. Whether you’re an alumnus, parent or friend of the Academy, this is a rare opportunity to hear directly from one of USNA’s most influential leaders about the mission, priorities and future of the Brigade. Check out the full video here:
Real stories. Real lessons. Real experiences.
Watch now and join us as we connect generations of the Naval Academy family — one conversation at a time.
