Ivan Cuadrado: Post-AIM Reflection
Describe your initial impression of AIM in five words or less. A VERY messy hair day. What was the most interesting thing you learned about the Academy that you didn’t already know? There were so many things I learned about the Academy that I didn’t already know; most of which made me want to go […]
Ivan Cuadrado: Pre-AIM Reflection
How did you hear of the Coast Guard Academy? Originally I had been flirting with the idea of going into the Coast Guard Academy at the end of my sophomore year in high school after hearing about the Coast Guard’s search and rescue department. Coincidentally, I received a brochure in the mail for the Coast […]
Jose Uscanga: Post-AIM Reflection
I recently had the privilege of spending an intense and rewarding week in New London, CT, participating in the United States Coast Guard Academy’s Academy Introduction Mission (AIM). Known as one of the most realistic service academy summer orientations, this six-day immersion gave me a firsthand look at the rigorous, nonstop demands of a cadet’s […]
Jose Uscanga: Pre-AIM Reflection
How did you hear of the Coast Guard Academy? Attending Culver Military Academy and serving in the military leadership structure as the Regimental Technology and Academic Aide exposed me to the different service academy paths. I have always been drawn to the Coast Guard Academy because its dual mission of national defense and humanitarian aid […]
Maricela Caceres-Bricheno: Post-AIM Reflection
Describe your initial impression of AIM in five words or less. Challenging, inspiring, unforgettable, motivating, rewarding. What was the most interesting thing you learned about the Academy that you didn’t already know? Before attending, I knew the Academy was demanding, but I did not fully understand how much leadership is built into everyday cadet life. […]
Maricela Caceres-Bricheno: Pre-AIM Reflection
How did you hear of the Coast Guard Academy? As I researched careers that combine leadership, service, and a connection to the maritime environment, I discovered the Coast Guard’s unique missions. I was especially drawn to its focus on search and rescue, marine environmental protection, and humanitarian service. After speaking with Coast Guard Academy graduates […]
Phoenix Booker: Post-AIM Reflection
Describe your initial impression of AIM in five words or less. A necessary challenge. What was the most interesting thing you learned about the Academy that you didn’t already know?The most interesting thing that I learned about the Academy was the variety of majors that the institution provides. Though I did know that there were […]
Phoenix Booker: Pre-AIM Reflection
How did you hear of the Coast Guard Academy?I first heard about the Coast Guard Academy through a video by Nick Foreman talking about his experience as a cadet in the academy. Once doing the research, my parents and I came across information on the AIM program and we believed that it would be a […]
Emma MacCartney: Post-AIM Reflection
Describe your initial impression of AIM in five words or less.Challenging, revealing, and fun experience. What was the most interesting thing you learned about the Academy that you didn’t already know?The most interesting thing I learned was the standard and mechanics of Swab Summer. Before AIM, I didn’t fully understand how much is expected of […]
Emma MacCartney: Pre-AIM Reflection
How did you hear of the Coast Guard Academy?I first heard about the Coast Guard Academy through my grandfather. He attended the Academy and has given me information about Academy life and what it was like to serve as an officer. After looking more in depth at the Coast Guard Academy itself through tours and […]
