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The Facilitated Online Training framework was developed as part of the service’s Modernized Ready Learning Strategy which is focused on adopting current industry technologies to make learning more adaptable, modular, and student centered.

Dec. 18, 2023

Vote to name the new modernized learning management system!

A new LMS is coming your way next year and we need your help to select the name.

Photograph of Coast Guard pilot, LT John C. Vukic, also known as “Big John.”

A Coast Guard PBM-5G jet assisted take-off using JATO rockets. This image shows a sister aircraft to #84738, which flew the Swatow mission. (Coast Guard Aviation Association)

An aerial photograph of the USS Halsey Powell (DD-686) underway during the 1950s.

Dec. 15, 2023

The Long Blue Line: Rescue and sacrifice — PBM-G5 #84738’s Korean War rescue 70 years ago

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the events that transpired in the Formosa Straits – we remember the courageous Coast Guard and Navy men who perished.

Dec. 14, 2023

Best Practice: Fifth District hosts EPO College

You’ve heard of OIC colleges … D5 introduces EPO college.

Dec. 14, 2023

Don’t miss the opportunity! The 2024 Inspirational Leadership Awards are accepting nominations

Nominate the leader that has moved and inspired you. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024.

Dec. 13, 2023

We want to award you for your photos, videos, stories and public affairs campaigns!

It’s that time of year again for the annual Coast Guard Public Affairs Awards. Make sure to coordinate with your servicing public affairs office before Dec. 31 so they can help you publish your content before the deadline!

The Eight Bells Celebration honors traditions of sea service, nautical writings.

Dec. 13, 2023

Eight bells and all is well!

The Eight Bells Celebration honors traditions of sea service, nautical writings.

The LDR provides tools to start a new learning habit and serves as a model for developing customized learning and development at your unit.

Dec. 12, 2023

Leader Development Resources - On-demand!

The LDR provides tools to start a new learning habit and serves as a model for developing customized learning and development at your unit.

Coast Guard watchstanders using Rescue 21 to work a case. (U.S. Coast Guard)

Hull of the Morning Dew after the accident during recovery operations. (National Transportation Safety Board)

Dec. 8, 2023

The Long Blue Line: The loss of Morning Dew and genesis of Rescue 21

By harnessing state-of-the-market technology, Rescue 21 enables the Coast Guard to execute its search and rescue missions with greater agility and efficiency.

Honor, Respect, Devotion to Duty, and the Accountability and Transparency team review updates.

Dec. 6, 2023

Commandant sets course for Coast Guard to improve accountability, transparency

Adm. Linda Fagan directs specific actions based on the Accountability and Transparency Review report.

A picture of a cannon that will become a major display at the National Coast Guard Museum Website.

Dec. 5, 2023

National Coast Guard Museum Website emerges with plans for an interactive, immersive online experience

Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, at 12:30 p.m. EST the NCGM team will host a Facebook live event, don’t miss this!