🎙️ New Episode: Meet Lex Barker '03 - From Lakers Student-Athlete to Great Lakes Project Manager
From Lakers track athlete to managing an $82 million breakwater repair on the very waterfront where he went to college—Lex Barker's journey is one of unexpected turns, alumni connections, and coming full circle.
In this episode, Lex '03 shares how a double major in Business Administration and Economics led him to nearly 20 years with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, where he manages massive infrastructure projects across the Great Lakes—from Toledo to Massena.
We dive into:• How an Oswego alum opened the door to his first EPA internship in DC• What it's like being a civilian project manager working alongside military leadership• The science and logistics behind dredging harbors and repairing century-old breakwaters• Why storms on Lake Ontario required 20-ton armor stones to protect Oswego Harbor• That time he conducted a site inspection on a Coast Guard vessel in 35-degree weather• The value of adding that "extra" major that ended up defining his career path• Coach Tim Boyce's mentorship in helping him grow as a student-athlete and young adult
Whether you're a recent grad wondering where your degree will take you, or an alum curious about the paths other Lakers have taken, Lex's story reminds us that staying curious, building relationships, and being open to unexpected opportunities can lead to a career you never imagined—right back where it all started.
🎧 Find more episodes here: https://alumni.oswego.edu/s/1552/bp18/interior.aspx?sid=1552&gid=1&pgid=4178
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