Newport, R.I. — The Navy Supply Corps School (NSCS) wrapped up a highly productive 2025 Board of Visitors (BoV) conference on May 30, welcoming more than 60 logistics leaders and stakeholders from across the fleet to help shape the future of supply officer training.
Starting May 27, the four-day BoV provided a critical opportunity for senior leaders to review, assess and improve the curriculum delivered to the Navy’s next generation of supply officers. Attendees included representatives from Commander, Naval Air Force (CNAF); Commander, Naval Surface Force (CNSF); Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistic Centers; Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM); Pacific Fleet; and Naval Forces Europe and Africa, among others.
“The BoV is more than just validating training; it’s about ensuring we’re preparing officers for the dynamic challenges of the modern fleet,” said NSCS Commanding Officer Capt. T. Richie Jenkins.
Throughout the week, participants engaged in working groups, strategic briefings and in-depth discussions on topics such as active versus passive learning, training under Distributed Maritime Operations (DMO) and the integration of modern instructional strategies. One of the highlights included an active learning demonstration that sparked meaningful dialogue on how to engage students more effectively.
“Conversations like these are essential if we want to stay ahead of the curve,” noted NSCS instructor Brian Mitchell. “They challenge us to think differently and improve how we deliver knowledge.”
On the final day, working groups presented their findings, outlining both the challenges ahead and clear, actionable goals to modernize and refine curriculum and instruction at NSCS. The conference concluded with a renewed commitment to innovation, agility and relevance in officer education.
NSCS leadership extended their gratitude to all participants for their time, insight and collaboration. Their contributions will drive meaningful change that supports the operational readiness of the Navy supply community well into the future.
“Now it’s time to turn plans into action. It’s incumbent upon all stakeholders to keep the momentum as we approach 2027,” said Capt. Jenkins.
