It’s official!
@VP
is scheduled to speak as the keynote speaker at
#USCGA
’s 141st Commencement Exercises Wednesday, May 18, 2022.
This will be Vice President Harris’ first visit to the Coast Guard Academy.
@DHSgov
@USCG
Congratulations graduates! The Academy graduated 240 new officers along with seven international students today. 🇺🇸🇵🇭🇱🇰🇬🇪
Our newest officers will begin to serve as leaders in a variety of operational roles throughout the
#CoastGuard
, mostly on cutters.
@USCG
@ComdtUSCG
@DHSgov
A bad day sailing is better than any day at the office! ⛵️
This week the USCGC Eagle got underway with the Officer Candidates of OCS and BOTC Class 1-23. Just like cadets, officer candidates spend time aboard America's Tall Ship before earning their commission.
February 3, 1976,
@USCGAcademy
announced “Of the four largest federal service academies (Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard) the Coast Guard Academy is the first to offer an appointment to a woman.
#uscga
#WomensHistoryMonth
If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward. –Dr. King
#MLKDay
#MondayMotivation
#uscga
📷 Happy 233rd Birthday, United States Coast Guard! 📷
Today, we honor and celebrate the incredible legacy of the
@uscg
- 233 years of unwavering dedication to safeguarding our shores and protecting lives at sea.
#USCG
#USCGA
Today the CG will: save 15 lives, help 117 ppl. in distress, conduct 90 search & rescue cases, seize $21 million worth of illegal drugs, & much more.
#TuesdayThoughts
#uscga
Sound OFF! ⚓️🇺🇸
Today, approximately 300 of the nation’s best and brightest reported aboard
#USCGA
’s 103-acres to earn their place in the
@USCG
.
We welcome the Class of 2027 as they begin the adventure of a lifetime. They just have to make it through Swab Summer first…
Thank you for your service!
Today, we celebrate
#VeteransDay
with our Secretaries’ Cup Uniforms!
The uniforms are in honor of Douglas Munro, the U.S. Coast Guard sole Medal of Honor recipient.
USCGA’s football team takes on King’s Point tomorrow at noon.
Another Congratulations to the Class of 2024! 🤩
#USCGA
was so proud to watch as the newest ensigns in the
@USCG
raised their right hand and took the oath of office. While their 200 week journey as cadets has come to an end, their careers are only just beginning! 🥹🥳
President Joe Biden is scheduled to deliver the keynote address during graduation ceremonies at the Coast Guard Academy Wednesday, May 19, 2021.
The 140th Commencement Exercises are scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. on Cadet Memorial Field. The event is NOT open to the public.
Douglas Munro is the U.S. Coast Guard's only Medal of Honor recipient.
We are honored to recognize his service and sacrifice with this year's commemorative uniforms.
Big thanks to
@BennieGThompson
for visiting the Coast Guard Academy yesterday!
Your interest in our mission and dedication to our cadets is truly appreciated. Your support strengthens our commitment to maritime security and service. Thank you! 🌊⚓️
Introducing our newest officers! ⚓
The
@USCG
,
@NOAA
and several partner countries, commissioned new officers into their respective ranks today at
#USCGA
! 🦅
It's officially SPARs week at
#USCGA
! 🏀🙌
In anticipation of Saturday's
@uscga_wbb
game, we have the honor of introducing you to Virginia Kellner, who served in the women's reserve during WWII.
@USCG
@CoastGuardBears
Mission Accomplished! 🎉
Today, the
@USCG
welcomed 225 new ensigns as the
#USCGA
Class of 2024 received their commissions and degrees at the 143rd Commencement Exercises!
Bravo Zulu, Ensigns! We are incredibly proud of you! 🚤
#SemperParatus
🇺🇸 Today, we honor and remember the brave women and men who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
This
#MemorialDay
, the
@USCG
Academy pays tribute to the fallen heroes who served with courage and dedication. We are forever grateful.
Today is Commencement!
@POTUS
is scheduled to deliver the keynote address during graduation ceremonies today the
#USCGA
.
Be sure to catch the pre-show today at 9:45 a.m. EST and Commencement at 11:00 a.m. EST.
@USCG
@DHSgov
@SecMayorkas
@WhiteHouse
Today was the day the class of 2026 have been working towards. ⚓💪
No longer swabs, the class of 2026 received their shoulderboards from their cadre, officially making them 4/c Cadets in the United States Coast Guard Academy.
Bravo Zulu!
Mission Complete! ✅🇺🇸
Today, the
@USCG
received a batch of 235 brand new ensigns as the
#USCGA
's Class of 2023 received both their commissions and degrees at the 142nd Commencement Exercises! 🦅⚓️
Bravo Zulu Ensigns, we are so proud of you!⚓️
#USCGA
congratulates Astronaut Candidate and 2008 alumni Andre Douglas! ☄️👩🚀
Earlier today
@NASA
announced their 2021 roster of astronaut candidates with Douglas being 1-of-10 selected out of more than 12,000 applicants! 🌟
@USCG
RIP Former President George H.W. Bush
Who not only served as a President and Vice President, but also a Hedrick Fellow where he volunteered his time at CGA to mentor cadets.
Congratulations graduates! 🎓 The
#USCGA
graduated 252 new officers along with nine international students with keynote speaker
@VP
Kamala Harris in attendance.
And that's a wrap! 🌟⚓
This morning, the
#USCGA
Class of 2024 marched onto Washington Parade Field for the last time. Tomorrow, they will officially begin their careers as officers in the
@USCG
:D
Check it out! 🔥🔥🔥
Coast Guard Athletics just dropped some slick new logos for ALL our sports teams! Semper Paratus, Go Bears, and Go Coast Guard!
⚽️🏀🏈⚾️🏐🏉🥏🏓🎾🏒🏑🥍🏋️♀️🚴♂️🚣🏊♀️⛵️
We believe leadership is an acquired skill, consisting of specific competencies. The Coast Guard Academy leadership development process is designed to help you achieve these competencies, and strengthen them as you acquire experience.
#uscga
#WednesdayWisdom
42 years ago, on the 20th of October, the
@USCG
Cuyahoga sank as a result of a collision with the Argentine coal freighter Santa Cruz II in the Chesapeake Bay.
Today the
#USCGA
held a memorial service in honor of the Cuyahoga and the 11 crew members who lost their lives.
It’s official! ⚓🐻
The Honarable
@SecMayorkas
, Secretary of the
@DHSgov
, has been announced as the keynote speaker at
#USCGA
’s Commencement Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
The event is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. & is NOT open to the public.
@USCG
Always Remember, Never Forget. 🦅 🇺🇸
Today marks 22 years since the September 11th attacks. The
@USCG
played a major part in the evacuation of New York City, the largest maritime evacuation in history, over 500,000 people.
The CG is unique among America’s military services. We are military, but we are also humanitarians. Built on a heritage of lifesaving, we protect those on the sea, we protect the nation against threats delivered by sea, and we protect the sea itself.
#MondayMotivations
#uscga
On Oct. 23rd, the
@USCG
suffered the loss of Morgan Garrett (CGA 2019) in an aviation mishap. We offer our condolences to LTJG Garrett’s family, friends, classmates & shipmates. Today, honored LTJG Garrett's loved ones & shipmates by observing colors. Rest In Peace, Shipmate.
"No nation can rise to the height of glory unless your women are side by side with you." Muhammad Ali Jinnah
#WomensHistoryMonth
@USCGAcademy
we value our diverse workforce. That is why this year our graduating class is 38% female, our highest ever.
#InternationalWomensDay
Did you know that the Class of 2022 has the highest number of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in history? 🌺 🙌
The USCGA Asian Pacific American Council is an affinity group focusing on celebrating Asian cultures and traditions among the Corps, and out in the fleet.
3 February 1976: The Coast Guard Academy announced the appointments of 50 cadets to enter with the Class of 1980, including three women and fourteen women would graduate with the Class of 1980.
#uscga
#WomensHistoryMonth
Diver Down! 🤿⛵️
This week, Divers from the
@USCG
Regional Dive Locker East completed an underwater hull inspection on CGC Eagle! The team was inspecting the hull and cleaning key components, making sure America's Tall Ship is ready for the summer training season.
Congratulations to our Regimental Commander, 1/c Coy Spooner, who recently finished his last round of chemo in his fight against Hodgkins Lymphoma!
He is a true inspiration to the entire U.S. Coast Guard Academy community and we're proud to be
#SpoonerStrong
!
It's National Engineering Week! 👩🔧⚙️🚀
Meet some of the Engineering Instructors who who are building the next generation of Coast Guard leaders!
Lt. Sarah Murallo teaches 'statics' Engineering Mechanics, and Dr. Todd Tailor teaches Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering!
Our deepest condolences are with the family of Angela Chao. Angela was a trailblazer in the maritime industry and a true friend of the Academy. Her grace, compassion and leadership will be remembered by all who knew her.
Our hearts are with the Chaos during this time of sorrow.
Welcome Coast Guard Academy Scholars (CGAS) and congrats on swearing-in today! ✋⚓
The CGAS program sends students for one year of preparatory school to develop academically, physically and militarily for the Coast Guard Academy.
Today 291 young women and men walked through the gates of the
#USCGA
and took their first steps towards becoming the future leaders of the
@USCG
.
Welcome to the class of 2025 - your future starts today!
Read more here:
New mascot?? 🦝🤔
Probably not. Although that didn't stop this furry friend from hanging out in front of Hamilton Hall all day today!
After he was found malingering from class, the raccoon was successfully retrieved by
#USCGA
's grounds crews and transferred to animal control.
One week from now the Class of 2022 will...
🎓 Earn their degree and their commission.
🦅 Swear an oath to defend the Constitution of the United States.
⚓ Begin their careers as officers in the world's BEST
@USCG
.
Class of 2025, welcome to the Corps of Cadets!
Today's Shoulder Board Ceremony signals the end of Swab Summer and the beginning of the new academic year at
#USCGA
.
@USCG
We heard it’s National Signing Day… ✍️👀
While we may not be a D1 school, a commitment to
#USCGA
unlocks a lifetime of opportunity. ⚓️🇺🇸
Will we see you this summer? If you’ve committed to
#USCGA
’s Class of 2027, we want to see it!
Welcome aboard shipmates! 🐻
In order to meet the needs of the CG, the Academy is more demanding than non-military colleges. Our purpose is not simply to educate, but to transform- physically, intellectually, & ethically.
#uscga
Welcome Home!🎉
The crew of the
@USCG
Barque Eagle returned to the ship’s homeport in New London, Thursday, following a four-month deployment.
This year, crew, cadets, and officer candidates sailed over 16,800 nautical miles.
Enjoy some well deserved time with family!
Serving as a military officer is different than any other occupation. At graduation you earn a degree - and a commission. Your commission signifies the President’s “special trust and confidence” in your ability to act on behalf of the Nation.
#uscga
Congratulations to all the Coast Guards new Ensigns and to the siblings, parents and grandparents that supported them throughout this 200 week journey.
Class of 2023, it's the Home Stretch!
Last night the Class of 2023 received orders to their first unit. The class will be going to flight school, cutters, and many other commands in all corners of the globe, in every mission set of the
@USCG
!
Underway is the only way! 🦅 ⛵ 🇺🇸
The Summer Schedule for CGC Eagle just dropped!
May 25 - Santo Domingo
June 4 - Cartagena
June 14 - San Juan
June 24 - Bridgetown
July 7 - Hamilton
July 18 - Halifax
July 26 - Portsmouth
Aug 2 - Rockland
Aug 9 - Boston
Aug 16 - New London
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