Cecil D. Haney
International Science and Engineering Fair – 1973, 1974
Science Talent Search – 1974
About Cecil D. Haney
In 2017, Four-star Admiral Cecil D. Haney retired after 38 years of distinguished service in the United States Navy. Haney competed in ISEF in 1973鈥1974 and the 1974 STS before earning his bachelor鈥檚 degree in ocean engineering from the U.S. Naval Academy and his master’s in engineering acoustics from the Naval Postgraduate School. Haney held several command positions throughout his service, culminating in his command of the U.S. Pacific Fleet (2012鈥2013) and of the U.S. Strategic Command (2013鈥2016).
Haney earned numerous awards and decorations throughout his career, including two Defense Distinguished Service Medals, two Navy Commendation Awards, and four Legions of Merit.
Retired ADM Cecil Haney on Technology Advancement and Naval Postgraduate School Experience
In this interview, Haney discusses his experience getting his master鈥檚 at the Naval Postgraduate School and remarks on how technology has advanced throughout his naval career.


