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News Release
Date: June 3, 2011
Contact: CGA Public Affairs
(860) 444-8270
(860) 576-8724
CGA Incoming class expected to be most diverse ever
NEW LONDON, Conn. – The Coast Guard Academy’s class of 2015, who will begin their military training June 27, is projected to be the most qualified and diverse class in the history of the institution.
“The Class of 2015 brings the richness of leadership, academics, athletics and diversity,” said Capt. Stephan Finton, director of Admissions at the academy. “In addition, this year’s class will include six international students from the Philippines, Republic of Georgia, Tunisia and Antigua."
Although the exact makeup of the class has not been finalized, 290 are expected to accept their appointment and report-in. To date, 33% of those offered appointments are from underrepresented minority groups and 32% are women.
Last year’s incoming class of 2014, was made up of 24% underrepresented minorities, an increase from the previous year’s incoming class which included 16% underrepresented minorities. The academy also recently doubled the demographic diversity of its faculty from 7% to its current state of 14%, and women now make up 24% of the faculty at the academy. These efforts are founded on recruiting the best possible talent in order to provide the highest level educational experience.
This year, June 27 marks Reporting-In Day, the traditional start of the Swab Summer training program. Swab Summer is an intense seven-week training program designed to transform civilian students into military men and women who are ready to accept the challenge of becoming Coast Guard officers.
Developing Leaders of Character since 1876.
The United States Coast Guard -- Proud History. Powerful Future.
All without the need for Congressional nominations. Pretty impressive.
Nice job, Admissions Office!