'Newport News Shipbuilding graduates: You build America, you run America, you are the backbone of America, and we are so proud of you,' Youngkin said. 'As Governor of
'You chose to answer the noble call to become a shipbuilder, to give of yourself to build the world's most powerful nuclear-powered aircraft carriers and submarines,' Beale said. 'You completed thousands of hours of rigorous classroom and on-the-job training to become experts in your fields. You graduate today, armed with the craftsmanship, scholarship and leadership necessary to become our next generation of shipbuilding leaders.'
Tutt first graduated from William & Mary with a degree in chemistry. During her time at
During her address, Tutt asked graduates to reflect on the experiences that have shaped their apprenticeships and set them up for success as shipyard leaders.
'We're stronger together than we are alone. Don't forget those feelings as you help guide the next generation of apprentices and shipbuilders, because we'll leave today as new members of a unique community of graduates unlike any other,' Tutt shared. 'Within this community exists a bond of hard work, dedication, and sheer grit that is unique to having been an apprentice.'
Replay coverage of the ceremony is available at: https://hii.com/events/nns-as-graduation/
The following is a profile of the graduating class:
Thirty-two completed an optional, advanced program, earning an associate's or bachelor's degree. The program includes coursework in subjects such as marine design, production planning, modeling and simulation, and marine engineering.
Seventy-nine earned honors, a combination of academic and craft grades that determine overall performance.
Two completed the Advanced Shipyard Operations Program, allowing them to continue their postsecondary education, expand their experience in waterfront operations and develop leadership skills to improve the quality and efficiency of production, manufacturing and maintenance processes.
Forty-three completed Frontline FAST, an accelerated skills training program for potential foremen.
Thirty-three inducted into
Six completed the World Class Shipbuilder Curriculum and advance optional program with a perfect 4.0 GPA
Six are military veterans or are currently serving in the armed services as reservists and guardsmen, representing every branch of the military.
Twenty-two earned athletic awards.
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