Coast Guard Academy looking for sponsor families
New London — The Coast Guard Academy is looking for sponsor families for the incoming Class of 2021. Applications are due by June 30.
During the cadets' first year at the academy, they will experience a drastic transition from a civilian to a military way of life. Some cadets adjust well, while others have a more difficult time.
The sponsor program provides cadets with families who can help provide some relief, advice, and guidance. It is also an important means of support, friendship and learning beyond the academy environment, and helps to make the cadets' integration into the military community easier and more effective.
To be eligible for the sponsor program, applicants, both military and civilian, must be at least 28 years old and live within 25 miles of the academy; exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Active-duty military must have a rank/rate of E-7 or O-3 or above to be considered. All potential sponsors may undergo a background security check and will provide two references with their application.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor family or have any questions about the program, go to our website at bit.ly/CGAsponsorfam. The online application is available at www.uscga.edu/cadetsponsor.
For additional information, contact the sponsor program office at (860) 701-6119 or email Lisa.K.Jacobson@uscga.edu.
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