WELCOME TO HULL RAISER, a magazine that showcases the craftsmanship of students in our wooden boatbuilding and marine systems programs. Students here learn by doing—whether it’s spiling and installing a plank or designing and installing an electrical system.
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hULL RAISER MAGAZINE: 2025 EDITION
Catch up on a year’s worth of work at the Boat School. In this issue of Hull Raiser, we go behind the scenes with updates on the side-by-side builds of the James Cutter and the Prothero Sloop, show how the Marine Systems program takes the mystery out of inboard and outboard engines, and highlight the marine trades on the Olympic Peninsula. You will also meet last year’s Prothero Interns, learn about the latest campus improvements, and see how the newest commission is shaping up.
HULL RAISER MAGAZINE: 2024 EDITION
In this issue, we go behind the scenes to see how students in the Marine Systems program progress from wiring circuit boards to installing and troubleshooting systems on a variety of boats. On the boatbuilding side, you’ll see a range of new builds from a 24’ troller that’s as Pacific Northwest as you can get to a 30’ Maine lobster boat. What the two boats have in common is the integration of traditional and composite materials and building methods. “That’s what boats are these days, so students need experience with all of it,” says Boatbuilding Lead Instructor Sean Koomen.
We are committed to preparing the next generation of boatbuilders and marine systems technicians and honored to be recognized as a 2024 Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education designee by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration. To make the list, schools have to be fully accredited, demonstrate the relevance of their curriculum, demonstrate the quality of instruction, and show success of graduates in finding employment in their field of study. Thanks to everyone who helped us earn this designation!
