# @usnavalacademy on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DYXiJNcADKA
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/65547014-usnavalacademy-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-05-15T17:29:02.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** United States Naval Academy (@usnavalacademy) — https://gondola.cc/usnavalacademy

## Caption

As turnover season begins, today’s #FirstieFriday features our Brigade Public Affairs Officer, MIDN 1/C Arianna Longo.

Originally from Bradenton, Florida, Arianna came to the Naval Academy driven by a family legacy of service and a desire to forge her own path. Inspired early on by her uncle in the Coast Guard and generations of Marines in her family, she chose USNA. 

A History major in 19th Company, Arianna has spent her time at the Academy balancing leadership, creativity, and community. In addition to serving as Brigade PAO, she has been involved with Lucky Bag, the Bodybuilding Team, and the Semper Fi Society, helping tell the stories of the Brigade while building connections across the Yard.

Though she jokingly describes herself as “an all-around grandma,” Arianna’s hobbies reflect the balance she’s found amid the demands of Academy life. Whether crocheting, reading, or spending time with her beloved beagles, she’s learned the importance of finding joy in the small moments.

One of Arianna’s favorite parts of her Naval Academy journey has been the people she’s met along the way. She credits her Plebe Summer detailer for making a lasting impact during one of the most challenging transitions of her life, a mentorship that continues even today.

Her Academy memories span from Service Assignment and Ring Dance to taking the stage as Morticia Addams during the Halloween Concert alongside her fiancé as Gomez. 

Continuing her family tradition, this summer Arianna will commission as a Marine Corps Ground officer. Reflecting on her time at USNA, she says the environment that first drew her in was how the people genuinely want each other to succeed. The people and community here is what she’ll remember most.

With graduation and a wedding both on the horizon, Arianna is excited for the next chapter ahead.

Fair winds and following seas, Arianna!

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