Cadet Joseph M. Dillier of Irving, Texas will be one of 233 cadets to graduate Wednesday, from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Naval Architecture - Marine Engineering.
During commencement exercises, graduates of the Class of 2009 will receive their commission as ensigns in the U.S. Coast Guard from Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano.
Dillier’s first tour of duty will be as an ensign.
The Coast Guard Academy offers an integrated life experience which emphasizes academics, physical fitness, character and leadership, in order to graduate officers of the highest caliber. Graduates go directly to positions of leadership and are obligated to eight years service, five of which must be active duty.
