OLD DOMINION STUDENT WINS NATIONAL ESSAY CONTEST

David C. McClees, a recent graduate of Old Dominion University's master's of public administration program, was one of only six students nationwide to win in the 24th National Maritime Essay Contest for College Student Port Members.

McClees won a voyage by TOTEM Ocean Trailer Express for his essay based on the theme "The New Millennium -- What's Ahead for the U.S. Maritime Transportation Industry?"

A december graduate of the public administration program, McClees attended a certificate program in maritime port and logistical management last semester at Old Dominion.