Midshipman Ethos

To underscore their commitment to living a life of honor, midshipmen developed and implemented a living document known as the Midshipman Ethos (formerly, the Honor Treatise). Midshipmen recognize that honorable living is more than avoiding wrongdoing, thus the Ethos encompasses aspirational virtues such as wisdom, courage, temperance, and justice, alongside principles like teamwork, respect, and excellence.

In essence, the Midshipman Ethos complements the Honor Concept by providing a positive, inspirational framework that aligns with the personal and professional virtues expected of modern midshipmen, making it relevant for both their time at the academy and their future careers.

Making of the Midshipman Ethos (archived)