May 29, 2024

Bridging Island Spirit with Coast Guard Teamwork

“In the islands, we say, ‘It takes a village.’ In the Coast Guard, we say, ‘It takes a team’ to achieve mission success,” Petty Officer Second Class Vinnesha Blas, remarked.  These two ideals, echoed from island roots to the armed forces, pair in a perfect harmony that fully epitomizes Blas’ dedication to community, service, and teamwork.  Born in

May 31, 2023

Putting Passion into Action: Inspiring the Coast Guard’s Workforce of Tomorrow

05/31/23 — “I have always believed in working hard to provide a safe and inclusive workplace where people enjoy coming to work,” states Capt. Eva Van Camp, Commander, Sector Long Island Sound, who has been a proud member of the Coast Guard since she graduated from the United States Coast Guard Academy in 1997. A Korean-American raised in the northeast, Van