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Welcome Aboard - From the Commanding Officer

Captain Duff Welcome to Officer Development School! ODS is one of five officer accession programs operated at Officer Training Command Newport (OTC), and is the foundation for your success as a member of the Naval Officer Corps. The course is both comprehensive and intense, and is designed to facilitate the introduction to your responsibilities as a naval officer. ODS is physically demanding, but will also mentally challenge you as you learn about different aspects of the United States Navy including military structure, traditions and customs, the legal system, and finally, military etiquette. The website addresses check-in procedures, lodging, messing, transportation, uniforms and various other topics.

We look forward to your arrival. Please read through all the information on this page and the subpages. They contain important information on reporting, check in, and what you are required/allowed to bring. Report to the quarterdeck (lobby) of King Hall (Bldg. 291) in appropriate business casual civilian attire.  Your class team will reach out about 2 weeks prior to your convening date and be able to answer any specific questions at that time.

Safe travels and again, Welcome Aboard!

Austin W. Duff
Captain, United States Navy
Commanding Officer

 
 
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