Feb. 11

CURRENTS

A weekly publication of Newport News Shipbuilding

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11 Shipbuilders Attend WiSE’s “Go Red for Women” Seminar Read on p. 2 NNS Holds a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the CTB Read on p. 2 Changes to NNS’ General Information Telephone Line Read on p. 2

NNS Engineers Honored at the 27th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference Feb. 7-9 (L to R): Bernard Johnson Jr., Tennyson Garrett, Denise Martin, Robert Walker III, and George Holmes Jr.. Photo by Chris Oxley

Five NNS Engineers Presented with Black Engineer of the Year Award Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) Engineers Tennyson Garrett (E21), George Holmes Jr. (E25), Bernard Johnson Jr. (O51), Denise Martin (E80), and Robert Walker III (E56), were recognized for their achievements in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) during the 27th annual Black Engineer of the Year Award (BEYA) STEM Global Competitiveness Conference in Washington D.C. Feb. 7-9. More than 8,000 participants attended the three-day event which included networking and professional development. Attendees included high school and college students, along with young and seasoned professionals from across the country who represent the upper echelon of the STEM disciplines and careers. “I am truly honored to have been recognized as a Modern Day Technology Leader for the 2013 BEYA STEM Conference,” said Walker III. “While it is nice to be recognized for my achievements, the best thing about the award is that the various events held at the conference instilled in me a sense of purpose to mentor others to help them achieve their dreams.” Mark Your Calendar! Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) Night with the Norfolk Admirals is scheduled for Friday, March 8. Read on p. 3

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USS Abraham Lincoln. U.S. Navy Photo

RCOH on USS Abraham Lincoln Delayed On Friday, Feb. 8 the Navy announced that Refueling and Complex Overhaul (RCOH) on USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) would not start due to lack of funding. Lincoln was scheduled to arrive at Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) on Thursday, Feb. 14. In a letter to employees, NNS President Matt Mulherin said that a new arrival date for Lincoln has not yet been scheduled. “I will continue to communicate information as it becomes available,” said Mulherin. “I ask you to stay focused on the work at hand and not be distracted by this change of plans.” Read the full letter to employees on Yardnet.

NNS Employee Information Phone Line: 1-877-871-2058

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WiSE Hosts “Go Red for Women” Seminar Women in Shipbuilding Enterprise (WiSE) hosted a “Go Red for Women” seminar on Feb. 7 in conjunction with February’s American Heart Month. Julia Spruill, a nurse practitioner in the Advanced Heart and Failure Program at Sentara Hospital, was the guest speaker at the event and spoke about the need to raise awareness and hold discussions about heart disease. Spruill said, “As women, we need to make sure that we are the strongest advocates for our health care. If you know you are not feeling well, it is ok to challenge your medical team to keep testing, and if necessary, to get a second opinion -- it could save your life.” WiSE Vice Chairperson Linda McMillian (O22) said, “Getting educated about heart disease is the first step to prevention and saving a loved one. After attending the ‘Go Red for Women’ seminar, it made me sad

Attendees at the “Go Red for Women” seminar (L to R): Linda McMillian, WiSE vice chairperson, Elizabeth Fentress, Sentara Hospital, guest speaker Julia Spruill, Sentara Hospital, Britta Zambrana, WiSE chairperson, and Jennifer Stuebbe, Go Red for Women Hampton Roads chairperson. Photo by John Whalen

because if I had been educated about the symptoms of a heart attack earlier in my life, I may have been able to save my mom who died of a heart attack. Now that I know what symptoms to look for, I can save my own life as well as other loved ones.” WiSE would like to encourage all shipbuilders to take advantage of the free blood pressure check HealthWaves is offering through their “Pressure Points version 2.0” program. HealthWaves is able to attend staff meetings, group lunches, and take walk-in screenings. Shipbuilders interested in the program should send an email to [email protected] for more information.

NNS Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the CTB Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) opened the doors to the Consolidated Trades Building (CTB) on Tuesday, Feb. 5. Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, shipbuilders were given the opportunity to tour the new facility, which will house members of the Refueling and Complex Overhaul (RCOH) team. “I think it is a big step toward engaging the leadership and working together to continue the RCOH program as truly one of the best programs in the Navy, as well as submarines and aircraft carriers,” said NNS President Matt Mulherin. Pictured: Newport News Shipbuilding’s newest RCOH facility. Photo by Chris Oxley

Automation of NNS’ Main Phone Line Beginning Feb. 18, Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) will automate the switchboard for the company’s main information telephone number (757) 380-2000 and Information Line, (757) 380-4591. The phone line is being modernized not only to be more cost effective, but because it is a more efficient way of routing calls. As technology has changed, many of the tasks that were performed by the telephone switchboard operators are now being handled directly by employees or administrative assistants.

The new automated system will be available 24/7 and will provide callers with a menu of eight options to assist in routing the call to the desired person or department at NNS and Huntington Ingalls Industries. Emergency calls will be transferred to the Security Communications Center and answered by a Security technician. For more information about the switchboard changes, view the FAQS, on Yardnet.

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Next Virginia-Class Submarine to be Named Washington On Thursday, Feb. 7, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus delivered remarks at a ceremony celebrating the naming of the Navy’s next Virginia-class Submarine, Washington (SSN 787), at the Port of Seattle Headquarters in Seattle. Mabus thanked the people of Seattle for their support and contributions to the Navy and discussed the special bond that exists between a state and its namesake vessel.

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It’s Not Too Late to Sign-up for “Couch to 5K”

Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus autographs a photo of a Virginia-class submarine during the naming ceremony on Feb. 7. AP Photo/The Seattle Times, Greg Gllbert

NNS Night with the Norfolk Admirals is March 8 Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) Night with the Norfolk Admirals is scheduled for Friday, March 8. Discounted tickets are available for NNS employees and family. Visit www.norfolkadmirals.com/group_sales_intro.php from a home computer to purchase tickets (code NNS2013). Contact Jeremy Bustin (O29) at 380-4384 for questions.

This year’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) 5K race is scheduled for Saturday, May 4. In preparation for the 5K, HealthWaves is offering a 10-week “Couch to 5K” program free to all NNS shipbuilders beginning on Monday, Feb. 25. Each participant will be given a packet filled with the tools and tips necessary to run the 5K by May and will be asked to participate in weekly group runs. Registration is currently ongoing. To sign up or for questions, contact Brady Goggin (O28) at 380-7647 or via email.

Are You a Graduate of Heritage High School? Career Pathways is looking for Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) employees who are graduates of Heritage High School. The school recently dedicated an office to NNS to assist students with career readiness skills, mock interviews and to help students apply for positions. In the new office, Career Pathways would like to identify and recognize Heritage High School graduates. If you are a graduate of Heritage High School, send an email to [email protected] and include the year you graduated, college attended (if any) and your current position at NNS. Shipbuilders can also contact Shauntel Foster (O44) at 688-0224 or Gordon Sproat (O44) at 688-3176 for questions or additional information. PARKING REMINDER Park-and-Ride Shuttle Service Changes to Begin Feb. 14 The Navy parking lot located at 50th St. and Warwick Blvd. will no longer be available for Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) employees, contractors or leased employees beginning Feb. 14. Shipbuilders currently using this lot are encouraged to park at the Hidens North parking lot located at 63rd St. and Warwick Blvd. The lot has approximately 300 painted spaces and will be available beginning Feb. 14. The delay of USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) will not affect the change to begin parking service at Hidens North parking lot. NNS’ park-and-ride shuttle service will continue operating from 5-8 a.m. and 2-5 p.m. Monday through Friday excluding the holidays. Beginning Feb. 14, the shuttle will pick-up and drop-off shipbuilders in the North Yard, at the 50th St. gate and the two locations in the Hidens North parking lot. View the Feb. 4 edition of Currents for more information or contact John Gies (O45) for questions.

Read what NNS shipbuilders had to say about their “Couch to 5K” experience last year: “Enjoyed the Wednesday runs at the Noland Trail. They got me out of the house for running and walking that I probably wouldn’t have done if it wasn’t for the Couch to 5K. It was a workout for a non-runner.” “I really enjoyed the training. It was beneficial in preparing me for race day.” “This was an excellent program! I’m looking forward to the opportunity to participate in both the program and race this year!” “Couch to 5K was a good training program. It gave individuals a chance to prepare for a 5K, whether it was their first time or a pro. I really enjoyed it and I enjoyed the people I met.”

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SEEKING LEADERS: employment opportunities with Newport News Shipbuilding Job Title

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Mgr Mat Process Eng 2

3564BR

O37

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Mgr Production 2

3344BR

X70

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Mgr Eng 2

1301BR

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Foreman

3307BR

X82/X43

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Give Blood. Save a Life. Visit the Red Cross Bloodmobile at 8 a.m. on Feb. 19 at Bldg. 802 (NetCenter) or at 7:30 a.m. on Feb. 21 at Bldg. 520. Call 688-7196

Let HRT Drive You to Work Tired of driving to work? Visit at www.gohrt.com/services/peninsula-commuter-service.

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The International Compliance Office will conduct Annual Export Training-Basic from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. Both sessions will be held in Bldg. 520-6 (James River Room). Register via the Learning Exchange (LX). Contact Kim Rice (O19) at 380-3599. The Spear and Gear Club will host a Table Topics and International Speech Contest from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Bldg. 903 (Room 214A). Various prizes will be awarded to the winners of each contest. Contact Eldeania Speller (K05) at 380-3764 for questions or for additional information. SNAME will host a meeting with guest speaker Bill Boze (K82) on “NSRP: Cable Way Management using Technosoft” from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at SMOKE in Newport News. All shipbuilders are invited. Contact Julie Lane (X70) at 688-7622 to RSVP. The Hampton Roads Section of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) will host a presentation, “Antenna Platform Analysis,” by Jeffrey Tharp, Ph.D., Senior High Frequency Application Engineer with Ansoft/ANSYS at 6:30 p.m. at the Hampton Main Library. Reservations are required. Visit http://meetings.vtools.ieee.org/meeting_view/list_meeting/13817 to register. Contact Mike Cooper (E44) at 688-1503. The Apprentice School Baseball team will play in the Builder Invitational vs. Bloomsburg at 3 p.m. at the A-School Baseball field. Visit www.gobuilders.com for more information.

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African American Shipbuilders Association will host its annual Black History Month Celebration from 4-7 p.m. in Bldg. 520-6. The event will include music, refreshments and special guest speaker, Rev. Dr. Jerome A. Barber, president and co-founder of Six House, Inc. Contact Purcell Robinson (E83) at 688-5220 for more information. The Progressive Club will host the 2013 “Cabin Fever” Golf Classic at Sleepy Hole Golf Course in Suffolk. The cost is $300 per team. The registration deadline is March 15. Contact Kenny McBurney (X88) at 380-3659 to register or for more info.

PEC to Host Annual Banquet on Feb. 23 Join the Peninsula Engineers Council (PEC) for their Annual Banquet on Feb. 23 to celebrate “Engineers Week 2013.” The event will be held in Bldg. 520-6 from 6-10 p.m. Peninsula engineers including shipbuilder John Edwards (E84), recipient of the 2013 Doug Ensor Award for Young Engineer of the Year, will be recognized for contributions to their profession and community. This year’s guest speaker is Newport News Shipbuilding’s Vice President of Engineering and Design Jennifer Boykin. Tickets can be purchased online from a home computer at www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=234896 or by contacting Susan Brooks (K03) at 534-4431 or via email.

Editor: Lauren Ward

Currents is published every Monday for employees of Newport News Shipbuilding. Visit the archives.

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