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dadof5

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Does anyone know if they are still planning to send out AIM acceptance letters/emails on May 1? Or will that be delayed/held back because of COVID-19?
 
dadof5 said:
Does anyone know if they are still planning to send out AIM acceptance letters/emails on May 1? Or will that be delayed/held back because of COVID-19?
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My guess is their stocking to the time, since they haven’t updated us with a change. USMA updated us before hand when they were putting back the results.
Also, AIM is the only Academy summer camp in July rather than June, so hopefully it’s not affected.
 
I spoke to my AO about this. There may be some delays but absolutely everything will be out by May 15th. We will be notified if the program is even happening by the 15th as well.
 
My son was waitlisted. Is everyone who is rejected waitlisted? Just curious to know if this is just a nice way to reject an applicant.
 
Congratulations, DistanceRunner. Do you know what session you will pick? Son was accepted as well, and still am doubtful it will be a go, but hoping so.
 
@Navy09mom Not sure yet but most likely the second one. I think a decision will be out mid May about the whole situation. They are really trying to have some version of AIM even if it means we're all wearing hazmat suits 😂
 
SwimMom21 said:
Daughter got in! Any advice for her in terms of preparing for AIM, she would appreciate. She's very excited!
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Start a plan preparing her for the physical aspect of aim including the pfe (2 minutes cadence push-ups, 2 minutes sit ups, 1.5 mile run). She can use her pfe score from aim if she decides to apply, and it's just one step less to worry about when the time comes if she's happy with her score.

Past that it's mostly making sure she has everything on her checklist and that travel arrangements and forms are all in order.

AIM is a snapshot of swab summer and is going to be very challenging, but it is extremely rewarding.
 
SwimMom21 said:
Daughter got in! Any advice for her in terms of preparing for AIM, she would appreciate. She's very excited!
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Congratulations to your DD! Although some time has passed, I was both an Aimster (2008) and an AIM cadre (2013). The two pieces of advice I would give your daughter:

1. Be motivated and embrace the opportunity she has been given! AIM is designed to be challenging for a reason, so that you can evaluate yourself and see if an SA environment is truly for you. It is also an opportunity for CGA to evaluate you - every Aimster is evaluated by their AIM cadre and those evaluations are submitted to Admissions. Encourage your daughter to face every challenge at AIM head on, and to always keep a positive attitude. It is okay to struggle, no one expects an Aimster to be perfect, but don't let mistakes ruin your attitude about the opportunity you've been given. Speaking of opportunity, not many people get the opportunity to try CGA out for a whole week. When the opportunity arises to ask questions about the Coast Guard and USCGA, she should be asking questions. This is the only time she will have complete access to that many cadets at one time. Ask about the Coast Guard, academics, physical fitness, military training, how the food is, what do they do for fun, etc. Most 2/c cadets (juniors) request to be AIM cadre because they want the opportunity to help potential applicants decide if CGA is right for them. I'm still in contact with some of Aimsters, and I loved seeing those that were accepted turn up for swab summer and their 4/c (freshman) year.

2. Be physically fit! Although it is not swab summer, AIM is physically demanding - there are of course workouts involved, but there is also a lot of running from one place to the other and she will be on her feet for the most of the day from about 6 AM to 10 PM. CT humidity is also not kind, so the more fit she is, the more adaptable she will be to dealing with the hot and humid summer.

I don't want to be too detailed because, in all honesty, I like preserving some of the "magic" and "unknown" that is associated with experiences like AIM. I would recommend former Aimsters, swabs, and cadets do the same and keep away from giving a blow by blow schedule of what will happen at AIM. Part of the experience is learning to be comfortable with not knowing, and learning how to adapt quickly to new situations.

That being said, Admissions has done a good job of explaining AIM: https://www.uscga.edu/what-to-expect/
 
Drenns3 said:
Where was it posted?
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Daughter logged in to her bears den account and saw it there
trackandfield08 said:
Congratulations to your DD! Although some time has passed, I was both an Aimster (2008) and an AIM cadre (2013). The two pieces of advice I would give your daughter:

1. Be motivated and embrace the opportunity she has been given! AIM is designed to be challenging for a reason, so that you can evaluate yourself and see if an SA environment is truly for you. It is also an opportunity for CGA to evaluate you - every Aimster is evaluated by their AIM cadre and those evaluations are submitted to Admissions. Encourage your daughter to face every challenge at AIM head on, and to always keep a positive attitude. It is okay to struggle, no one expects an Aimster to be perfect, but don't let mistakes ruin your attitude about the opportunity you've been given. Speaking of opportunity, not many people get the opportunity to try CGA out for a whole week. When the opportunity arises to ask questions about the Coast Guard and USCGA, she should be asking questions. This is the only time she will have complete access to that many cadets at one time. Ask about the Coast Guard, academics, physical fitness, military training, how the food is, what do they do for fun, etc. Most 2/c cadets (juniors) request to be AIM cadre because they want the opportunity to help potential applicants decide if CGA is right for them. I'm still in contact with some of Aimsters, and I loved seeing those that were accepted turn up for swab summer and their 4/c (freshman) year.

2. Be physically fit! Although it is not swab summer, AIM is physically demanding - there are of course workouts involved, but there is also a lot of running from one place to the other and she will be on her feet for the most of the day from about 6 AM to 10 PM. CT humidity is also not kind, so the more fit she is, the more adaptable she will be to dealing with the hot and humid summer.

I don't want to be too detailed because, in all honesty, I like preserving some of the "magic" and "unknown" that is associated with experiences like AIM. I would recommend former Aimsters, swabs, and cadets do the same and keep away from giving a blow by blow schedule of what will happen at AIM. Part of the experience is learning to be comfortable with not knowing, and learning how to adapt quickly to new situations.

That being said, Admissions has done a good job of explaining AIM: https://www.uscga.edu/what-to-expect/
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Thank you. You've given great insight here! She's very much looking forward to it. :)
 
Whoot! No email notification for DD, but we logged into her AIM application and acceptance was there! Originally her only option would've been Session 1 due to a special Girl Scout Astronomy trip, but that has been postponed until next year (sadly she won't be able to participate most likely) so now any session is game.
 
SwimMom21 said:
Daughter got in! Any advice for her in terms of preparing for AIM, she would appreciate. She's very excited!
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If she is an athlete and has not already been in contact with the appropriate coach, she should reach out. The Aimsters will have a chance to talk to the coaches at one point during the week. Also definitely agree that when they do get the chance to ask questions, they should take advantage of that.
 
SwimMom21 said:
Daughter logged in to her bears den account and saw it there

Thank you. You've given great insight here! She's very much looking forward to it. :)
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You're very welcome! One other piece of advice I forgot to mention - and that is to have and show humility. The cadre will not care what other SA programs she may have completed before arrival, what her grades are, how great of an athlete she may be, or the awards she may have won over time. There are a few people who show up to AIM, CGAS, and Swab Summer who maintain the "big fish in a little pond" mentality and have a hard time shaking a somewhat "holier than thou" attitude. I'm sure this isn't your DD, but it's just a warning.

Also, don't be that guy/gal in JROTC, CAP, Sea Cadets, etc. that tries to tell a CGA cadet that they have to call the sir/ma'am because they're some kind of cadet officer in their respective program...it won't go over well.

I'd also recommend not wearing CG gear when she shows up for AIM, or any kind of gear representing any other service - the goal at the beginning of the program is to blend in and adapt, not stand out. You're just asking for "special" attention.

Okay - last piece of advice, try to fit everything you need to pack in a backpack or duffel bag - DO NOT bring a regular suitcase. Again, I'm not giving away any details, but just trust me on that one. Your DD will appreciate it.
 
trackandfield08 said:
You're very welcome! One other piece of advice I forgot to mention - and that is to have and show humility. The cadre will not care what other SA programs she may have completed before arrival, what her grades are, how great of an athlete she may be, or the awards she may have won over time. There are a few people who show up to AIM, CGAS, and Swab Summer who maintain the "big fish in a little pond" mentality and have a hard time shaking a somewhat "holier than thou" attitude. I'm sure this isn't your DD, but it's just a warning.

Also, don't be that guy/gal in JROTC, CAP, Sea Cadets, etc. that tries to tell a CGA cadet that they have to call the sir/ma'am because they're some kind of cadet officer in their respective program...it won't go over well.

I'd also recommend not wearing CG gear when she shows up for AIM, or any kind of gear representing any other service - the goal at the beginning of the program is to blend in and adapt, not stand out. You're just asking for "special" attention.

Okay - last piece of advice, try to fit everything you need to pack in a backpack or duffel bag - DO NOT bring a regular suitcase. Again, I'm not giving away any details, but just trust me on that one. Your DD will appreciate it.
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Thanks again! 😊 She's very excited. Just keeping fingers it doesn't get cancelled. 🤞
 
Has anyone checked under their group invitations? My DD doesn't show. Does she have to wait until the 18th for it to be an option to select?
 
rutgerstemple said:
My son was waitlisted. Is everyone who is rejected waitlisted? Just curious to know if this is just a nice way to reject an applicant.
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My DD was rejected from AIM when she applied, and not even waitlisted. Don't read too much into AIM acceptance/waitlist/rejection, though. DD was recently appointed to the C/O 2024. I'm sure the reverse (AIM but no appointment) has happened more than once, too.
 
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