6 | 20 | 2016
A weekly publication of Newport News Shipbuilding
NNS Sponsors STEM Day at CNU On June 4, Newport News Shipbuilding sponsored the Christopher Newport University and Newport News Public Schools STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Community Day, which included a health and wellness fair. The event was held at Christopher Newport University’s Freeman Center where students and parents from Peninsula and Isle of Wight County Public Schools were able to enjoy stimulating hands-on activities, health and wellness screenings, robotics competitions, and STEM-related demonstrations from local businesses and organizations. During the event, Career Pathways volunteers from NNS offered visitors
demonstrations of augmented reality and helped students build boats out of duct tape. Pierrette Swan (K18), who helped coordinate the effort for Career Pathways, said, “It was a great experience for the volunteers to be able to participate at this family-friendly event where they could encourage and educate students about STEM.” Career Pathways works with Hampton Roads Public Schools to mentor students and provide opportunities to experience future careers at NNS. To learn more about how to get involved, contact Pierrette Swan at 688-2201.
Lempke to Lead Newport News Shipbuilding’s Energy Programs Newport News Shipbuilding President Matt Mulherin announced on June 13 that Michael Lempke has been appointed vice president of Energy Programs. He will succeed Pete Diakun, who will retire at the end of the year after 31 years of service. Lempke will lead the shipyard’s energy programs strategy once he transitions into the new role. Read Mulherin’s letter to shipbuilders regarding the organizational change and Lempke’s biography.
The Community Congratulates NNS on 130 Years Visit the 130th Anniversary website to watch new congratulatory video messages. New videos are added to the website each week.