NEWPORT, R.I. – After six months of rigorous training, determination and professional growth, the students of the Basic Qualification Course (BQC) 2nd Battalion CHARLIE and DELTA Companies, along with BQC-NR 107th Company, have officially graduated and are now proudly ready for sea. 

The graduation ceremony, held at the Navy Supply Corps School (NSCS) on Friday, June 13, 2025, marked a significant milestone in the careers of these new Navy supply officers, each of whom has mastered the foundational principles of Navy supply. From logistics and contracting to disbursing and food service operations, these students are now prepared to strengthen the fleet and demonstrate what right looks like at commands around the globe. 

Presiding over the ceremony as guest speaker was Rear Adm. Jacquelyn McClelland, Deputy Commander of Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP), who inspired graduates with reflections drawn from 35 years of service. With her own retirement approaching this fall, Rear Adm. McClelland shared personal insights on leadership, perseverance and the enduring power of kindness. Her words left an indelible impression on the graduates as they prepare to lead Sailors and support the mission wherever they go. 

“Thank you for the hard work and the focus and the commitment you’ve shown during the past several months – your dedication has not gone unnoticed, and it speaks volumes to the kind of leaders you’re about to become,” Rear Adm. McClelland said. 

As always, graduation is also a time to celebrate excellence. Special recognition was given to several students whose outstanding performance stood out: 

Class 25-020 Honor Graduates 

• BQC 25-020: Lt. j.g. Xiang Chi 

• BQC_NR 107th Co.: Lt. j.g. Ashley Miller 

Top Grades Awards 

• Scott Spencer Food Service Excellence Award: Ensign Jaime Graham 

• Supply Management Excellence Award: Lt. Kyle Teachout 

• Leadership Management Excellence Award: Ensign Scotty Cook 

• Defense Finance and Accounting Service Excellence Award: Lt. j.g. Theodore Fan 

• Navy Exchange Service Command Ship’s Store Award: Lt. j.g. Xiang Chi 

Navy Supply Corps Foundation Leadership Awards 

• CHARLIE Company: Lt. j.g. Vincent Ng 

• DELTA Company: Ensign Lindsay Zike 

Other Distinctions 

• Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Professionalism Award: Chief Warrant Officer 2 Glenna Jane Guevarra 

• Navy League Honor, Courage and Commitment Award: Ensign Scotty Cook 

These awards reflect not only individual excellence but the collective strength of a class that has challenged and lifted one another from day one. 

“What we do is important. What we do is dangerous. And we applaud you for standing in and raising your right hand to be able to join us in the profession of arms in executing the art of logistics,” NSCS Commanding Officer Capt. T. Richie Jenkins said during his remarks. 

As these officers join the fleet, they carry with them the legacy of excellence that defines the Navy Supply Corps. Bravo Zulu to all the graduates - and fair winds and following seas as you begin the next chapter in your naval careers. 

Ready for Sea. Ready to Lead. Ready to Deliver.