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NSWCDD IT Specialist Finds Passion in Community Service
March 8, 2023 — “I just get personal satisfaction out of helping folks. That’s all.” Those are words from Shelley Butler, an IT specialist in the Integrated Engagement Systems Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD).Butler discovered a passion for community service as a high school student in Colonial Beach. “When I was a senior in... MORE

IMAGE: Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division’s (NSWCDD) Shelley Butler spends most of her weekends assisting with the Guadalupe Free Clinic in Colonial Beach. When the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, Butler knew she could make a difference using her 20-plus years of medical training. For her efforts in the community, Butler is being recognized with the NSWCDD Community Service Award on March 10.

“If There’s a Will, There’s a Way”— NSWC Dahlgren Division Branch Head Finds Ardor in Giving Back
March 7, 2023 — “Stop waiting for things to happen, go out and make them happen.” As a firm believer in making a difference in her community, Milesha Grier is paving the way for the future of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) students through dedication to her community.Early on, one of her field trips as a student included a trip to... MORE

IMAGE: Milesha Grier is a branch head within the Integrated Combat Systems Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD). She is a recipient of the NSWCDD Distinguished Community Service Award.

Longtime NSWCDD Engineer ‘Always Been a Helper’
March 7, 2023 — Gregory Sokolowski often questioned the purpose of life as a young adult.He posed the inquiry to an older mentor who explained that he believes humankind is here to benefit one another.“He said, ‘I think what we’re supposed to do is just help each other get through this journey called life, doing good deeds and treating each other as best we can,’... MORE

IMAGE: Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) engineer Gregory Sokolowski received the Distinguished Community Service Award from NSWCDD for his work serving as a board member with the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board of Directors, among other activities.

NSWCDD Division Head Inspired By Mother to Serve Children
March 1, 2023 — When Jennifer Boyd’s mother served as secretary of Potomac Elementary School in King George County, she ensured children had the essentials they needed in and out of school.She was also very active with Girl Scouts.“I watched the things she did,” Boyd said. “That made a big impact on me.”After Boyd had children of her own, she developed the same... MORE

IMAGE: Jennifer Boyd, a division head in the Warfare Analysis and Digital Modeling Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division, was recently named a recipient of the Distinguished Community Service Award for her work on the Fredericksburg School Board.

Computer Scientist Enjoying Second Stint at NSWCDD
February 28, 2023 — Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) computer scientist Marjorie Parish Taylor and two of her siblings became first-generation college students after graduating high school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.The three siblings were intent on having an experience at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), so they all headed south... MORE

IMAGE: Marjorie Parish Taylor is the lab lead for Ground/Air Task-Oriented Radar in the Electromagnetic and Sensor Systems Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division.

NSWCDD Hosts Black History Month Observance to Highlight Impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities on the Scientific Communities
February 28, 2023 — In honor of Black History Month, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) hosted an observance to highlight the impact of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU) on the scientific communities, Feb. 22.NSWCDD Deputy Technical Director Darren Barnes opened the event with welcoming remarks to the in-person and virtual... MORE

IMAGE: On Feb. 22, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division hosted an observance to highlight the impact of historically Black colleges and universities on the scientific communities in honor of Black History Month. Individuals from left to right are Vandy Jones IV, Willie Crank Jr., Alicia Wilkerson, Gilbert Harper and Desmond Ellsworth.

NSWC Dahlgren Division Employee Charts Career Path with an Engineer’s Heart and Mind
February 27, 2023 — I can. I will. I must. Watch me! These powerful words are what drive Desiree’ Whitener to keep striving for excellence and success in her personal life and professional career. A constant reminder in the form of an engraved bracelet gifted by her mother to always do her best, continue learning and explore all possibilities, Whitener applies that... MORE

IMAGE: Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division highlights engineer Desiree Whitener for her outstanding leadership, knowledge and technical contributions to sensors and radar systems. Whitener currently supports the Marine Corps with the Ground/Air Task-Oriented Radar Program Management Office as lead engineer for Naval Integrated Fire Control and Integrated Air and Missile Defense, engaging with multiple communities and taking point on communicating information through briefings to move forward in achieving the program’s end goals.

NSWC Dahlgren Division Work Inspires Sensor Engineer to Travel the World
February 23, 2023 — As a kid, Jshuntume (JUN-too-may) McCollough traveled up and down the east coast, stopping at various events and locations to perform African dancing and drumming with his family. Since joining Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), McCollough has traveled the world. McCollough grew up in Baltimore, Maryland, along with two... MORE

IMAGE: Jshuntume (JUN-too-may) McCollough has traveled around the globe as a sensor engineer for Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. Those work trips have inspired his passion for international travel. McCollough is especially fond of the Caribbean and has visited Antigua, Cuba and Jamaica, to name a few.

NSWCDD’s Weisman Went from Outward to Upward Bound
February 21, 2023 — Before Michael Weisman became a whiz at augmented reality and virtual reality in the Weapons Control and Integration Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), he provided encouragement to youth who were seeking guidance.The Brooklyn, New York native was a mentor with Outward Bound USA while living in his home state. He... MORE

IMAGE: Michael Weisman is the augmented reality and virtual reality lead in the Battle Management Systems program in the Weapons Control and Integration Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. He also serves as the 3D laser scanning subject matter expert.

NSWCDD New Employee Shines Under Pressure
February 15, 2023 — From the time Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) employee Joshua Carter was a young boy, he had enormous potential in the STEM field. The Kansas City, Missouri, native excelled in athletics, theater and STEM-related classes.Carter’s parents and several teachers picked up on his impressive abilities. “I feel like my parents saw... MORE

IMAGE: Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) highlights Joshua Carter, a Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation Scholarship program student. He made his way to NSWCDD in February 2022 and works in the Strategic and Computing Systems Department.