Gianna Banducci: Post-AIM Interview
Describe your initial impression of AIM in five words or less. Intimidating, Exhausting, Connections, and Structured. What was the most interesting thing you learned about the Academy that you didn’t already know? The most interesting thing I learned about the Academy that I did not fully understand is what SWAB Summer is all about. My […]
Marinn Peters: Post-AIM Interview
Describe your initial impression of AIM in five words or less. Challenging. What was the most interesting thing you learned about the Academy that you didn’t already know? I gained valuable insights about the Academy that were previously unknown to me. One notable discovery is that during 2nd class (2/c) year, cadets at the Coast […]
The Sky’s The Limit at Air Station Kodiak, Alaska: Summer Assignment Series
Nothing short of amazing. That was 1/c Ella Dreier’s first impression of Coast Guard Air Station Kodiak, Alaska. Upon entering the station for her summer assignment, Dreier was welcomed by an inviting staff, picturesque mountain scenery and an expansive lineup of MH-60T Jayhawks and HC-130 cargo planes. “I always loved flying and did a solo […]
U.S. Coast Guard Academy Professor Wins National Science Foundation Grant to Advance Undergraduate Research
Gianna Banducci: Pre-AIM Interview
How did you hear of the Coast Guard Academy? I heard about the Coast Guard Academy from a senior student at Ramey Unit School last year. What is the #1 thing you’ve done to prepare for AIM so far? The #1 thing I have done to prepare for AIM so far is my physical fitness. […]
Marinn Peters: Pre-AIM Interview
How did you hear of the Coast Guard Academy? My first encounter with the Coast Guard Academy occurred during my extensive research on various aviation programs. While most aviation programs share similarities, the Coast Guard Academy stood out due to its opportunities in the field of aviation. Aspiring to become a pilot, I am convinced […]
A Way FORWARD for 1/c Mackenzie Bucki: Summer Assignment Series
When it came to her summer assignment, 1/c Mackenzie Bucki got the opposite of what she requested. Instead of a small, patrol boat in the Pacific, she got a 270-foot ship in the Atlantic. The USCGC FORWARD, based in Norfolk, VA, is a medium endurance cutter focusing on migrant and drug interdiction. “For this patrol, […]
America’s Tall Ship’ returns to New London
Antonio Carmona: Post-AIM Interview
Describe your initial impression of AIM in five words or less. Intense and nerve-racking. What was the most interesting thing you learned about the Academy that you didn’t already know? The most interesting thing I learned about the Academy was the many different opportunities to travel around the world. Whether it’s through international studies or […]
Abby Converse: Post-AIM Interview
Describe your initial impression of AIM in 5 words or less? This will be tough. What was the most interesting thing you learned about the Academy that you didn’t already know? One of the most interesting things I learned about the Academy was a more in-depth look at the variety of majors. Specifically, that there […]
