Adam Slazas

Adam Slazas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Marine Transportation at Maine Maritime Academy, where he has been a faculty member since 2007. He plays a vital role in maritime education, serving as the Senior Deck Training Officer aboard the T.S. State of Maine and as the Marine Transportation Cadet Shipping Coordinator. His expertise spans ship stability, navigation rules, and advanced tanker operations.

His academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation from Massachusetts Maritime Academy, and he holds a U.S. Coast Guard Master’s license for Steam and Motor Vessels of Unlimited Tonnage. His seagoing career encompassed diverse vessels such as petroleum carriers, research ships, and RoRo vessels across global trades.

His research and teaching interests center on marine transportation systems, maritime safety, and operational best practices in commercial shipping. With over 23 years of domestic and international maritime experience, he brings real-world insights into the classroom and training cruises.

His contributions to teaching excellence were recognized with the Academy’s Excellence in Teaching Award in 2011–2012, voted by recent alumni. This honor underscores his impact on students and maritime education.

He advises cadets through structured shipping programs and training cruises, contributing to their professional development. Although specific grants are not listed, his leadership in training and cadet coordination reflects ongoing institutional support for maritime workforce development.

He is actively involved in the training cruise programs aboard the T.S. State of Maine and the Schooner Bowdoin, integral to the hands-on education model at the academy. These programs emphasize practical seamanship, navigation, and leadership at sea.