Two members of the Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) Employee Resource Group (ERG) were recognized in the Production Resource Department (Code 900) Conference Room Naming Ceremony Feb. 7. This initiative began as an effort to recognize employees for their hard work and dedication to America’s Shipyard and building a better culture – with two employees being recognized each month with a plaque and one of the spaces in Bldg. 1500 bearing their name.
“We started this monthly celebration as a way to honor individuals who go above and beyond the call of duty to service our shipyard and nation’s fleet,” said Code 900 Production Resources Officer Frank Gasperetti. “Their nominations as our next representatives really showcases how highly regarded they are by the STEAM ERG and their peers. Congratulations and know that your achievements will be seen and inspire others to follow by their example.”
Non-Nuclear Trainer and Developer Angela Hill has been an active member in the STEAM ERG since its establishment in November 2018. “Every year, she’s presented fresh ideas has continuously supported the group after- hours and on weekends for events,” said STEAM-ERG Lead Erica Miranda. “She brings both the technology side and the interpersonal side, engaging with the kids and drawn them in closer to their love for STEAM.”
Hill said, “It’s been a pleasure working with the STEAM program because when I was growing up, there wasn’t a program like this for me. But now that I’m older and have a ten-year old daughter of my own, I want her to be involved in programs like this that can accelerate her mind beyond what she’s learning in her school classes. Being able to volunteer and see how enthusiastic the kids are really touches my heart. I’m happy to support them in any way I can.”
Nuclear Engineer Raquita Washington has been at the shipyard for eight years and had a teaching career before joining the America’s Shipyard team. “I found myself still doing tutoring when I changed my career to give back to the kids in the community,” said Washington. She’s repeatedly participated in after-hours events for the STEAM ERG and has also helped recruit others to join the team as well. “I love to be engaged and help support the community. We give the time and attention to help inspire their interests.”
Miranda added, “We have a very active STEAM program here at the shipyard and it takes dedicated individuals like Angela and Raquita to journey out into our community and share their knowledge to students, helping to spark that interest in our field. They take the time to tutor and share ideas with the children – and they inspire others to join in the cause as well. We’re proud to have them on our team and believe they are very deserving of this honor.”
Both were recognized throughout the month of February. As new months bring new recipients, each recognized individual will receive their official plaque and photograph. In addition, their photos and recognition will encircle the conference room to ensure their hard work and dedication is recognized for many years to come.
| Date Taken: | 03.01.2023 |
| Date Posted: | 03.01.2023 11:09 |
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