Recreation, Extracurricular, & Social Activities

The academic schedule at the U.S. Naval War College (NWC) can be rigorous and students are encouraged to enjoy both the range of extracurricular activities at NWC and the attractions of the Newport area. The NWC offers a series of intramural sports and social events and the New England area offers everything from world-class cuisine to summer and winter-themed entertainment and events.

The Naval War College hosted the third annual "Cardines Classic," World War I era Army/Navy baseball game on Friday, Sept. 13, 2019 at Cardines Field, Newport, Rhode Island.
The Naval War College hosted the third annual "Cardines Classic," World War I era Army/Navy baseball game on Friday, Sept. 13, 2019 at Cardines Field, Newport, Rhode Island. The program was organized in close collaboration with Naval History and Heritage Command and the City of Newport. U.S. Naval War College students wore World War I-era replica baseball uniforms, in tribute to the role of baseball as a unifier during the “Great War.” On July 4, 1918, U.S. troops played a historic baseball game in London for 70,000 spectators, including Winston Churchill and King George V. (U.S. Navy photo by Cmdr. Gary Ross / released)

About Social Activities

Throughout the year, students can participate in a wide variety of social activities, from military socials to various cultural and athletic events. These provide an opportunity for interaction between students of other military services and nationalities.

Students can also participate in a wide variety of local community activities, combining recreation with social responsibility.

Many take an active part in holiday food and gift drives; some participate as volunteers for Scout troops, youth sports teams, women’s shelters and soup kitchens; others tutor local elementary, middle, and high school students.

Athletic Activities

Group athletics for students include intramural sports run through the base gym, the President’s Cup Competition, and an Army-Navy Flag Football game.

The Naval Station gym is a full-service facility providing cardio and weightlifting equipment, basketball and racquetball courts, a pool, locker rooms, and saunas. It also has professional athletic trainers on staff and available to assist in developing a conditioning program.

Student Organizations

The resident student organization supports academic, athletic, and social activities. An executive committee appoints members to serve as chairs of the student academic and athletic committees, as well as social committees if the class desires. Each seminar has an appointed leader, who organizes student physical fitness, business, academic, activity, and athletic functions.

Events Around the College

NWC hosts a wide variety of events including lectures, symposia, and conferences throughout the year. Our world-class faculty members are frequent media contributors to both historical and current issues in world affairs, policy, and national security.

To see a listing of upcoming events, please visit our events page.