The Pentagon today announced that Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Michael Borgschulte has been nominated to lead the U.S. Naval Academy, while its current head, Navy Vice Adm. Yvette Davids, has been tapped to serve as the next deputy chief of naval operations for operations, plans, strategy and warfighting development (N3/N5/N7).
Borgschulte, who currently serves as deputy commandant for manpower and reserve affairs, would be the first Marine to lead the Naval Academy. Davids has held the post since January 2024 and is the first woman to do so.
The Naval Academy superintendent typically serves a three-year term and is legally required to retire after leaving the post unless Congress approves a waiver allowing continued service. The Navy secretary is also required to explain the superintendent’s early departure to Congress.
In a Friday statement, Navy Secretary John Phelan congratulated both officers on their nominations and praised their service records.
“The Naval Academy remains one of the most consequential institutions in American public life. It forges leaders of character, men and women of integrity, resilience, and intellect who will guide our Fleet and our Nation through the challenges of an increasingly contested world,” Phelan said. “Lt. Gen. Borgschulte is uniquely prepared to lead the next generations of naval and marine officers and ensure they are ready for the future fight.”
The release also includes a statement from Davids.
“I’m honored to be nominated as Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Operations, Plans, Strategy, and Warfighting Development. I look forward to continuing to serve alongside America’s strongest warfighters,” she said.
Originally published Inside Defense
