- Courses Taught:
- EM-5150: Principles of Emergency Management
- EM-5200: Capstone Advisor
- Education:
- M.S. Maritime Business Management, Massachusetts Maritime Academy
- M.S. Emergency Management, Massachusetts Maritime Academy
- M.A. National Security Studies, Georgetown University
- B.A. International Relations, Suffolk University
- Norwegian Defense College, Oslo, Norway
- Intermediate Norwegian, University of Oslo
- Basic Norwegian, Defense Language Institute (East), Rosslyn, Va,
- US Army Russian Institute, Marshall Center, Germany
- Basic Russian, Defence Language Institute (West), Monterrey, Ca.
Education:
CAGS, Messiah University (Mechanicsburg, PA); M.Sc., Northeastern University (Boston, MA); B.Mus., Youngstown State University (Youngstown, OH); Diploma with Honors, Liberty High School (Liberty Twp., OH).
Background:
Wayne Magee is a dynamic higher education administrator, educator and conductor whose career spans leadership development, student affairs and music education. He currently serves as the Assistant Director of Student Affairs and Residential Life at Massachusetts Maritime Academy, where he has been a cornerstone of the student affairs department since 2008. His portfolio includes overseeing student conduct,leadership development, advising student organizations, and managing crisis response and residential operations. Additionally, he serves as Director of Bands, Honor Guard and Drill Team,the organization better known as the "Pride of the Regiment" under his stewardship has garnered national acclaim performing annually in Boston, New York City and Washington D.C. coupled with numerous invitations to perform internationally.
Wayne Magee’s academic credentials include a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Wind Band Conducting from Messiah University, a Master of Science in Leadership from Northeastern University, and a Bachelor of Music, cum laude, from Youngstown State University. His education has been enriched through mentorship by esteemed conductors and musicians, and he continues to inspire students through his role as a senior lecturer at Bridgewater State University, teaching courses in Organizational Behavior and Strategic Management.
An accomplished author, Wayne wrote Tough Blows: A Life Journey Defying the Odds and has published several articles in respected academic and music education journals. He is a frequent guest conductor and presenter, with appearances at institutions such as Yale University and professional conferences like the College Band Directors National Association Eastern Division Conference.
Beyond academia, Wayne is the founder of WDM 4:13 Company, where he works as a speaker and coach, focusing on leadership and resilience. His media presence includes features in podcasts, university news outlets, and national publications. He holds multiple professional certifications and remains actively involved in associations including the National Band Association and the College Band Directors National Association.
Wayne Magee’s career exemplifies a commitment to service, leadership, and excellence, making a profound impact on students, colleagues, and the broader educational and musical communities.
For more information about Wayne please see his website at : www.toughblows.com
- Courses Taught:
- FM-5180: Capstone Advisor
- Education:
- Ed.D Plymouth State University, 2020
- M.S. Facilities Management, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 2012
- B.S. Marine Engineering, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 2008
- Marine License - Second Assistant Engineer, Steam, Unlimited Horsepower
- Third Assistant Engineer, Motor and Gas Turbine, Unlimited Horsepower
- Stationary License: Massachusetts Third Class
Education: BS MMA Marine Engineering 1981, MBA University of Chicago 1992, Ed.D UMass Boston 2000
Lauren Murphy was a four year member of the Buccaneer women's soccer program from 2010 to 2013. In her time in a Buccaneer uniform, coach Murphy scored 18 career goals, leading the Bucs in goals scored in her freshman (4) and senior (9) seasons. Of those 18 career goals, five were game winners, including three in her senior season. In her final year at Maritime she was named Captain of the team.
Murphy graduated in the Spring of 2014 with her Bachelor's Degree in Marine Transportation. Following graduation, she shipped out with the Master Mates and Pilots Union, of which she is a member.
Prior to coaching, Lauren was a player on the Olympic Development Program for both the state of Massachusetts and the North East Region. She played club level soccer where her team was finalist for the state cup 3 times. During her senior year of high school, she led her team to a Bay State Games Championship.
After four years on the ocean, Lauren has decided to come back and find a job shoreside and work with the program she dedicated so much time to as a Cadet at the Academy.
- Courses Taught:
- FM-5100: Operations Management
- MB-5150: Operations Management in Maritime Business
- MB-5200: Capstone Advisor
- Education:
- M.S. Facilities Management, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 2010
- B.S. Civil Engineering, University of Lowell, 1989
- Courses Taught:
- EM-5120: Emergency Operations
- FM-5090: Emergency Preparedness
- Education:
- M.S. Emergency Management, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 2014
- B.A. Geography & Marine Affairs, University of Rhode Island