Rear Admiral Cedric E. Pringle (born c. 1964) is an active duty United States Navy officer and career Surface Warfare Officer who is currently serving as the 31st Commandant of the National War College. He has been serving in this position since October 16, 2019. As the commandant, Pringle is responsible for formulating academic policies, supervising curriculum planning, preparation, and ensuring excellence in classroom teaching. Prior to this assignment, Pringle served as Commander, Expeditionary Strike Group 3, from December 2017 to September 2019.