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Oct. 16, 2023

New round of leadership classes available to midgrade and senior personnel

FORCECOM opens enrollment for the Leadership Development Center’s FY24 course schedule.

In 1955, Roberto Clemente began an 18-career with the Pittsburgh Pirates. He was a 15-time All-Star, 12-time Gold Glove winner and four-time National Baseball League batting champion. (Smithsonian Institution) Coast Guard photograph of Sagebrush underway in San Juan harbor. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Oct. 13, 2023

The Long Blue Line: Sagebrush’s search for Pittsburgh Pirates Roberto Clemente

Ted took stock of the crew. We had a skeleton crew of 20 or so, including “Onyx,” the ship’s dog. 

A screenshot of the new Direct Access login page.

Oct. 13, 2023

Direct Access celebrates new milestones

Updated article: Direct Access homepage is changing March 28. Here’s what you need to know

The Coast Guard recently removed the requirement for regular Enlisted Evaluation Reports (EER) for junior enlisted to reduce the administrative workload for supervisors allowing them to focus on mentoring and coaching.

Oct. 10, 2023

Coast Guard suspends requirement for regular EERs for members in paygrades E1 – E-3

Change allows supervisors, junior personnel to focus on job proficiencies. 

A 1983 Coast Guard Academy yearbook photograph of Deborah Winnie, one of the first two Latina graduates of the Academy. (CGA Tide Rips) A 1983 Coast Guard Academy yearbook photograph of Jacqueline Ball, one of the first two Latina graduates of the Academy. (CGA Tide Rips) Lt. Cmdr. R Marilyn Melendez Dykman, the first Latina aviator in the U.S. Coast Guard. (U.S. Coast Guard) Rear Adm. Jo-Ann Burdian, first Latina flag officer in the U.S. Coast Guard. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Oct. 6, 2023

The Long Blue Line: Latinas in the Coast Guard—trailblazers of service

The first Latina women to don a Coast Guard uniform served in World War II

Let us help answer your questions about the newly approved and authorized vaccines.

Oct. 3, 2023

Updated changes to COVID vaccine recommendations from FDA, CDC

Let us help answer your questions about the newly approved and authorized vaccines.  Being aware and taking preventive actions are key to safety and readiness.

USCG Virtual Agent: FIONA

Oct. 3, 2023

Save time and effort with FIONA

FSMS virtual agent shortens time to getting your questions answered and reduces the need to submit tickets, providing more efficient and effective service to the FSMS customer.

his October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month reemphasizes the fact that all members deserve personal relationships free from abuse and violence.

Oct. 2, 2023

Uniting against domestic abuse

This October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month reemphasizes the fact that all members deserve personal relationships free from abuse and violence.

A Coast Guard officer's cover, sword, gloves, and ribbons are displayed together with the American Flag.

Sept. 27, 2023

Mid-term Counseling: Do more than check the box

In today’s dynamic work environment, it is critical for organizations to foster continuous professional development opportunities.

Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS) offers programs for officers, enlisted and civilian leaders interested in furthering their homeland security career and growing their network.

Sept. 26, 2023

Calling all Enlisted, Officer, and Civilian Leaders: apply to CHDS now!

Develop your leadership skills at the Naval Postgraduate School’s Center for Homeland Defense and Security. Applications now being accepted!