Lieutenant Vanessa Rodriguez is from Jacksonville, FL. She was commissioned as a Submarine Officer from Jacksonville University's NROTC program in May 2021. She served on the USS LOUISIANA (SSBN 743) as a division officer in Bangor, WA, where she completed four strategic deterrent patrols. Duties assigned include the Electrical Assistant, Ship’s Diving Officer, Tactical Systems Officer, and Assistant Weapons Officer.
Education
MBA, Fordham University (in progress)
B.S., Physics, Jacksonville University
Honors & Awards
- Navy Commendation Medal
- Navy Achievement Medal (2 awards)
- 2024 COMSUBRON 17 Battle Efficiency "E"
Courses
Naval Ship Systems: Engineering
Naval Ship Systems: Weapons