John Lunkes

Interview Outine

00:31 Where were you from prior to coming to California Maritime Academy?
02:17 How did your family feel about you being away at school?
03:36 What were your first impressions of CMA?
04:24 Where did you live on campus, and what were the conditions like?
06:16 What did you think of the Corps of Cadets?
08:39 What are some of the courses you took?
11:22 Who were your favorite teachers?
13:00 You were very active in campus clubs and activities. Was this required? Did you have any free time?
15:05 Could you walk us through a typical day for you at CMA?
16:47 What do you remember about your classmates?
18:39 What did you do with your free time?
21:39 What kind of reputation did cadets have in the local area?
22:39 There was some major historical events that happen while you were at CMA, such as the Kennedy assassination. Do you remember how they affected you or others on campus?
25:45 Let's talk about cruise next.
How long were your training cruises?
30:52 What was your experience during the train crash in Cali, Colombia?
40:16 What did you do after graduation?
Did you spend any time in the Navy?
46:37 Do you feel that CMA prepared you well for your career?
50:38 What do you think of Cal Maritime these days?
55:03 Galapagos Expedition Cruise
59:04 What was involved in the equator crossing ceremony?

00:57 Can you give us a brief overview of your life since you graduated from Cal Maritime?
02:28 How do you think your time at the California Maritime Academy influenced your life?
03:17 Could you say more about the opportunities for going to sea during the Vietnam war?
06:24 Are there any words of wisdom you'd like to pass along to current and future California Maritime Academy cadets?
07:55 Do you have any favorite stories from your work life that you'd like to share?
10:41 What are you proudest of in your life?
11:11 What are some of the most important lessons you've learned in life?
11:31 Do you have any stories to share from your time as a cadet?
12:28 Can you tell us about your experience with the 1962 train wreck in Colombia?
16:11 What do you remember most about your training cruises?
22:08 How has the campus changed since your time here?
23:40 What do you envision for the future of Cal Maritime?
24:45 Is there anything else you'd like to add?