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Merle Smith, a 1966 Coast Guard Academy graduate, was the first African-American graduate of the academy. He went on to become a distinguished combat officer in Vietnam, earning the Bronze Star Medal. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Feb. 25, 2022

The Long Blue Line: A look at the Coast Guard Academy producing minority Coast Guard officers for 80 years

The United States Coast Guard has had a history of ethnic diversity that rivals all other federal agencies. Therefore, it is only fitting that we should document the diversity history of the Coast Guard Academy, which has produced minority officers for 80 years.The Coast Guard first opened up the academy to minority trainees during World War II. In

Adm Karl Schultz testifies before the House Committee on Homeland Security on June 23, 2021.

June 23, 2021

Commandant outlines diversity and inclusion progress, goals

Adm. Karl Schultz testified before the House Committee on Homeland Security