Valwood alumnus, Andy Slater '06 graduated in May of 2010 from the United States Coast Guard Academy with a Bachelor of Science in Marine and Environmental Science (High Honors) and was recently promoted to the rank of Lieutenant JG. Andy serves aboard the USCGC RESOLUTE based in St. Petersburg, Florida. The Resolute patrols the Caribbean in its mission to combat drug trafficking and illegal immigration along with aiding vessels in distress. In this photo, Andy's mother Dr. Robbie Slater, is installing Andy's new rank under the watchful eye of Commander Sam Jordon, Captain of the USCGC Resolute.