ODU鈥檚 political science program provided a strong foundation for my ultimate career and service in maritime law.聽聽As a Chesapeake, Virginia native, I was aware of the vibrant maritime industry in Eastern Virginia and wanted to be part of it.聽聽Its global reach was fascinating.聽聽For years I have represented first and foremost men and women who work on ships as crew, or load and unload ships in our harbors.聽聽Little did I know the deep involvement in the maritime industry would lead me to be appointed a member of the Board of Commissioners of Virginia Port Authority, charged with overseeing the world-class Virginia marine terminals that move cargo in and out of the United 91短视频s as part of the great global supply chain.聽聽My ODU education opened the door for that involvement.聽聽I will be forever grateful to ODU for the opportunity it provided me.