USCGA ESSAY TIPS: ESSAY #2

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USCGA essay 2 question: The Coast Guard Academy is focused on diversity, inclusion and equity-mindedness across campus. What about your background, or what perspective, belief, or experience, will help you contribute to the education of your future classmates and enrich our community? (Limit 250 words on a single page)

USCGA is probably the most progressive of the Academies, so you must pass the culture test that you are a leader who builds bridges with people different from you.

Share 1-2 sentences on why DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) matters to you and the mission of the Coast Guard.

Next, share a STAR (situation-task-action-result) story where you embodied your own definition.

Lastly, share how you plan to contribute to an inclusive environment at USCGA.