Update on Northern Marianas College in Saipan

In the aftermath of Super Typhoons Sinlaku and Bavi, residents of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands are continuing their road to recovery. Educational facilities across Saipan, from elementary schools to colleges, were forced to postpone their academic years or close completely due to extensive storm damage. Northern Marianas College, the islands’ premier higher-education institution, suffered significant structural damage from Typhoon Sinlaku. To support the institution's recovery and ensure educational continuity, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and its contractors are constructing 18 modular classrooms and two restrooms, July 18, 2026. (U.S. Army photo by Monique Freemon)