Outreach Team

Deciding which college to attend is a uniquely personal choice. If a sense of belonging at your future college is an important factor in your decision, then we invite you to explore further. Academy grads are standing by to help!

Academy Minority Outreach Team

Members of the Academy Minority Outreach Team (AMOT), volunteer to share their educational, career, and life experiences with prospective cadets. Most are Academy graduates on active duty. Each cares deeply about diversity and, together, they are committed to paving the way for a seamless transition into Academy life.

Please contact the Outreach Team member of your choice for an authentic conversation about their experience at the Coast Guard Academy.

Outreach Team Members

David Anderson

Rank: Lieutenant (LT),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Manama, AE

Marcus Canady

Rank: Captain (CAPT),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Washington, D.C.

Karida J. Harris

Rank: Lieutenant (LT),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Washington, D.C.

Christine Torres Igisomar

Rank: Lieutenant Commander (LCDR),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Guam, AP

Kody Kekoa

Rank: Lieutenant (LT),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Air Station Cape Cod, MA

Victoria Schreffler

Rank: Lieutenant (LT),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Bethesda, MD

David A. Smith

Rank: Commander (CDR),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Pensacola, FL

David Anderson

Rank: Lieutenant (LT),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Manama, AE

Marcus Canady

Rank: Captain (CAPT),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Washington, D.C.

Karida J. Harris

Rank: Lieutenant (LT),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Washington, D.C.

Christine Torres Igisomar

Rank: Lieutenant Commander (LCDR),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Guam, AP

Kody Kekoa

Rank: Lieutenant (LT),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Air Station Cape Cod, MA

Victoria Schreffler

Rank: Lieutenant (LT),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Bethesda, MD

David A. Smith

Rank: Commander (CDR),
U.S. Coast Guard
Stationed in: Pensacola, FL

Campus Diversity

Nothing beats a visit to see what campus life is all about. Consider the following specialized programs when you make plans to visit. Financial assistance may be available – just ask!

Genesis Invitational: An overnight program for prospective students of color and first generation college students
Academy Experience Program: An overnight orientation for admitted students
International Orientation: A four-day orientation for matriculating international cadets, taking place immediately before you report
Respect and Inclusion Summer Experience (RISE): Get the jump on Swab Summer with this two-day program taking place immediately before you report. Intended for first-generation students, students of color, and first-time visitors plus their parents.

BY THE NUMBERS

FACTS AND FIGURES

states and 6 U.S. territories represented in the Corps of Cadets

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international cadets

Diversity Clubs

Notable People

Sponsor Family Program

Contact Information

Katy Robbins

Associate Director for Diversity, Outreach and Student Engagement
860-701-6177
Katy.A.Robbins@uscga.edu