In 1913, John A. Lejeune, then a lieutenant colonel, and the other founders of the Marine Corps Association were not interested in personal gain or recognition when they formed the organization. Their goal was to disseminate knowledge of military art and science to MCA members and to preserve and promote the traditions of the U.S. Marine Corps. Today, almost a century after the MCA was formed, that mission has not changed.
The MCA actively seeks to provide relevant, professional military education for active duty Marines and opportunities to stay abreast of current issues to all our members. To support that endeavor, MCA organizes a number of Professional Military Education Seminars. These special and recurring forums feature prominent speakers, key decision makers and subject matter experts and offer key insights and unique perspectives on current military topics.
Events are held at different locations, allowing active duty Marines and our members nationwide the opportunity to enhance knowledge of military art and science and appreciation of current issues. The MCA works with active duty military and appropriate civilian organizations to arrange for such prestigious military speakers as Gen Anthony Zinni, Gen Michael Hagee, Lt Gen Bernard Trainor, and Gen James L. Jones, Jr. MCA also draws upon prominent journalists, writers and government decision makers to support our events with the widest range of current perspective for the benefit of our member/attendees.
To arrange one of these educational events for your organization, contact the MCA Professional Development Department at 800-336-0291.
To arrange educational events, please contact:
John Keenan
800-336-0291, extension 363
j.keenan@mca-marines.org
