HII celebrates 2024 graduates at Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School

From GlobeNewswire: 2025-03-29 15:30:00

HII hosted commencement exercises celebrating 77 graduates at Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School. The ceremony featured a keynote address by Virginia State Sen. Louise Lucas and remarks by NNS President Kari Wilkinson. The school, accredited since 1982, granted degrees in 2020 and saw Travis Johnson receive the Homer L. Ferguson Award. Johnson, a pipefitting instructor, encouraged graduates to reflect on their perseverance and dedication. The graduating class included military veterans, honorees, and participants in various advanced programs, showcasing the diverse talents and achievements of the apprentices.



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