
Paul Papineau
USS Nautilus (SSN 571/SS 168) Scholarship
“Being selected as a Nautilus Scholar means a great deal to me because it represents both an incredible opportunity, and a connection to my family’s history in the submarine community. Growing up with my father having served as a Navy submarine commander, I saw firsthand the dedication, sacrifice, and leadership that comes with that role, and those values have strongly influenced the person I am today. Receiving the USS Nautilus Scholarship motivates me to continue working hard in my education and future career while honoring the service and commitment that define the Submarine Force.”
About Me
Selected: 2026
Sponsor: CDR Paul Papineau, USN (Ret.)
Education
College: North Carolina State University
Year: Freshman
Major: Aerospace Engineering
Academic & Extracurricular Highlights
• Summa Cum Laude
• Eagle Scout
• FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Team, Team Captain
• 5 Star Award recipient for leadership, commitment, and achievement
