Scientist Officer Creed

The idea for a Scientist Creed began at the 2012 USPHS Scientific and Training Symposium. LCDR Seth Green and LCDR Mark Miller proposed a category-specific creed as a way to increase Scientist Officer esprit de corps. As a result, a working group was established within the SciPAC Visibility Subcommittee to develop a creed. With the help and input of many dedicated officers and invaluable feedback from the SciPAC Executive Board, the Scientist Creed shown below was approved in 2015.

Ex Scientia Vera

Truth From Knowledge

Science is our mission

Courage to face any public health challenge

Integrity to lead by example

Eagerness to protect the health and safety of those we serve

Never-faltering values

Trusted by the public we serve

Innovation in the use of resources and talent

Service to our country with pride and honor

Truth from knowledge