(Vallejo, California – August 10, 2018) – David Taliaferro, former director of leadership
development at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), is the new Commandant of
Cadets at California State University Maritime Academy.
At USMMA, Taliaferro also served as an adjunct professor and third mate and medical
person-in-charge during training cruises. He led the effort to integrate leadership
development into current academic curricula with a focus on improving student engagement
and cross-functional collaboration.
"David brings energy, passion, and personal engagement that is critical to developing
our students as leaders and citizens of the world," said Cal Maritime President Tom
Cropper.
Taliaferro will be formally introduced to the campus during morning formation on
his first day – Monday, August 20.
Every undergraduate at Cal Maritime participates in the Academy's Corps of Cadets,
an essential component of the leadership and professional development program. The
Office of the Commandant is responsible for combining elements of the cadets' experience
with intentional leadership development in order to create graduates who are recognized
as leaders in their industry.
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ABOUT CAL MARITIME
Established in 1929, California State University Maritime Academy is the only degree-granting
maritime academy on the West Coast. Located in Vallejo, California, the campus offers
undergraduate degrees that prepare students for careers in engineering, transportation,
international relations, business, and global logistics. Cal Maritime also offers
a master’s degree in Transportation and Engineering Management, as well as a number
of extended learning programs and courses.