Stories from the Blue: Lt. Dustin Picard 

Seven years in command of the Federation starship Enterprise.

www.omao.noaa.gov/learn/noaa-corps/about/class-rosters/botc-122 Ensign Dustin R. Picard reported to the NOAA Corps Officer Training Center on 08 August, 2013 to begin his basic training in the NOAA Commissioned Corps. Prior to joining, he led two short-term study abroad programs to the Southern Caribbean, studying physical and cultural geography while sailing aboard various Tall Ships. Before that, Ensign Picard interned for National Geographic as a research assistant. Ensign Picard graduated from the University of Maryland in 2013 with a degree in Marine Environmental Science and Policy and a minor in Leadership Studies. His passion for service, marine science, and travel led him to pursue a career in the NOAA Commissioned Corps. He holds a PADI Open Water Certification and is determined to become a NOAA Working Diver. He hopes to earn a future Master degree in Marine Conservation. Ensign Picard looks forward to the opportunity to serve his country and his Corps.