Who are some notable alumni from the Merchant Marine Academy?

I'm doing some research on the Merchant Marine Academy and I'm interested in knowing about its notable alumni. Who are some of the successful graduates who've made an impact in various fields?

The United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) has produced quite a few notable alumni who have gone on to have significant impact in various fields, including but not limited to maritime, military, public service, and sports. Notable alumni include:

1. Mark H. Buzby (Class of 1979): Retired Rear Admiral Buzby served as the Administrator of the Maritime Administration (MARAD) under President Donald Trump, after a long and successful career in the U.S. Navy.

2. Helis Sikk (Class of 2006): She is a notable sailor famous for competing in the Mini Transat 6.50 race, which is a solo transatlantic yacht race that starts in France and ends in Brazil.

3. Michael A. Alfultis (Class of 1982): He is a retired U.S. Coast Guard Captain, and currently serves as the President of the State University of New York (SUNY) Maritime College.

4. Richard Phillips (Class of 1979): Former Captain of the MV Maersk Alabama, he is most widely known for his encounter with Somali pirates which was later depicted in the movie "Captain Phillips" where he was portrayed by Tom Hanks.

5. David Matsuda (Class of 1996): He served as the United States Maritime Administrator under President Barack Obama.

6. Bruce E. Grooms (Class of 1980): A retired Vice Admiral of the United States Navy, Grooms served in a variety of command and staff assignments over his long career.

These are just a few examples of the impressive alumni who have graduated from the USMMA. Many of its graduates have gone on to accomplish significant feats across many sectors, reflective of the high quality education and training the academy provides.