Welcome all to the SUNY Maritime SNAME Section web page.  My name is Noble Davidson, the current Section Chair for our student section here at Maritime.  I just want to say a few quick things about what SNAME means to us as students, and what your membership can do for you. 

Like just about anything else in the world today, your SNAME membership is all about what you make of it.  If you put in the time to go to meetings, get involved with committees, and seek leadership opportunities; you will be astonished with what the society can give back.  Many students join for discounts on text or a nice dinner, which is all fine; however, it’s important to remember that if you really want to get things out of SNAME, it is important that you involve yourself.  Things as simple as joining programming committees can get you on the phone or in face to face conversation with some of the top engineers and executives in our industry.

Aside from the standard reasons for being a member, such as: networking, discounts, and job fairs; there are opportunities to obtain scholarships, travel the country/world, collaborate with peers, tour shipyards or offices, and so much more.

I welcome you all to explore our new site and look into the committee’s section to seek involvement opportunities. Never hesitate to ask for advice from any of the student officers listed under the “Leadership” tab of the site.

             Thank you,

                    Noble Davidson