USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Story Archive
As Sailors and their families get ready for the upcoming holiday season, the leadership of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) kicked off a safe driving campaign with the construction of a powerful display on the pier near the ship, Nov. 6.
Makin Island Medical, Safety Personnel Host a 'Health and Wellness Fair' (6 December 2012)
Medical and safety Sailors from USS Makin Island (LHD 8), along with volunteers from USS Essex (LHD 2) and the guided missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69), hosted a "Health and Wellness Fair," Dec. 5, for Sailors assigned to ships moored at Pier 13 aboard Naval Base San Diego.
Makin Island Sailors Frocked to Next Paygrade During Ceremony (16 December 2012)
A group of 143 Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) were frocked to the next higher paygrade during a ceremony on the ship's flight deck, Dec. 13.
Makin Island FCPOA Helps Bring Joy to Families in Need (17 December 2012)
Members of the USS Makin Island (LHD 8) First Class Petty Officers Association (FCPOA) joined other military and local volunteers to help distribute 3,000 presents to needy families at Cajon Valley Middle School in the San Diego suburb of El Cajon, Calif., Dec. 16.
Makin Island Sailors Support Community Outreach Programs in San Diego Area During December (23 December 2012)
Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) have donated hundreds of hours of volunteer service this month by participating in a variety of community outreach programs in the San Diego area during December.
Makin Island Kicks Off 2013 'Biggest Loser' Competition (22 January 2013)
Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) began a "Biggest Loser" weight-loss and fitness competition Jan. 16, to help promote physical readiness during 2013.
Makin Island Sailors Join Local Students to Honor the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (23 January 2013)
A group of seven Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) joined students at the Oak Park Elementary School and Music Conservatory for a special assembly to honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Jan. 22.
Makin Island Sailors Take Part in Student Incentive Program at Local Elementary School (28 January 2013)
Sailors from amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) participated in a special student incentive program at Willow Elementary School in San Ysidro, Calif., Jan. 25, as part of the ship's community outreach program.
'Biggest Loser' Reality TV Star Talks with Makin Island, Essex Sailors about Healthy Lifestyles (4 February 2013)
The at-home winner of NBC's season 13 "Biggest Loser" reality television series spoke about healthy lifestyles and physical fitness to Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ships USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and USS Essex (LHD 2) at the Harborside Fitness Center aboard Naval Base San Diego, Jan. 31.
Carlson's Raiders Riding Club Helps Promote Motorcycle Safety for Makin Island Sailors (5 February 2013)
The Carlson's Raiders Riding Club, a command-sponsored motorcycle club consisting of Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), hosted a motorcycle safety and awareness ride from Naval Base San Diego to neighboring Alpine, Calif., Feb. 1.
Makin Island Sailors Celebrate Presidents Day with Local School Children (21 February 2013)
A group of 15 Sailors from amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) joined students from Oak Park Elementary School and Music Conservatory in San Diego to celebrate Presidents Day at the school, Feb. 19.
Makin Island Sailors Attend EWTGPAC Black History Month Program (21 February 2013)
Sailors from the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) attended the African American/Black History Month celebration at Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Pacific (EWTGPAC) headquarters in Coronado, Calif. on Feb. 15, 2013.
Makin Island's CPO 365 Program Working to Build Better Leaders in 2013 (25 February 2013)
Two months into 2013, first class petty officers assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) are well on their way to becoming effective chief petty officers (CPO) courtesy of the ship's CPO 365 program.
Makin Island Sailor Selected as SURFPAC Sailor of the Year (8 March 2013)
A USS Makin Island (LHD 8) Sailor was named the recipient of the Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (SURFPAC) 2012 Sea Sailor of the Year (SOY) award during a banquet at the Hotel Del in Coronado, Calif., March 1.
USS Makin Island Receives First Battle "E" Award (12 March 2013)
The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) was named a recipient of the 2012 Battle Efficiency (Battle "E") award, March 9, marking the first time the ship has received the prestigious award.