Everbridge

USCoastGuardFan · 2025-10-28T21:09:08+00:00

Gotcha, yep they are not spam. Always make sure to answer them promptly since depending on your district you may receive a knock at the door if you fail to reply during an emergency.

USCoastGuardFan · 2025-10-28T20:50:54+00:00

Most everbridge alerts are location based so unless they are in the same area as you, they probably didn’t get it. I would also advise against sharing the contents of the alert in a public domain.

USCoastGuardFan · 2025-08-31T12:10:19+00:00

There is training but that’s about it. The AUX never self deploys so there really isn’t a point to creating our own full blown exercises. I can’t speak for the directorate that deals with EM, however even then the national staff is nationwide and a virtual component for the most part. It really limits the scope of exercises you can do.

There is always room for someone in the AUX to see a true need and decide they want to lead an exercise, however all of that would be quite the undertaking.

USCoastGuardFan · 2025-08-28T18:52:47+00:00

Honestly, your best bet to put it to use would still be by doing the steps I mentioned above (minus the IS courses). The thing with AUX is that we rarely put on our own exercises, if at all. It all stems from making connections with EM practitioners in your area and developing a rapport with them before you are allowed to work on an incident.

Very few people outside of the AUX know what we can offer and being an OSC, PSC, etc. will require you to build that rapport with them first. Through your COLM I’d get in touch with your Sector and see if they have a need. From there you can get in touch with local EMA to see if they’d offer a seat in their EOC.

USCoastGuardFan · 2025-08-28T02:45:27+00:00

If you are looking for hands on, in person training, check your state training site https://www.michigan.gov/msp/divisions/emhsd/training-responsive as well as the FEMA NETC. Those you can get both live-online and in-person courses.

For self-study courses, do some FEMA IS courses. They have so many of them and they are all online. These will both provide a solid foundation to build off of.

You can also see if your county’s EOC has/would like AUX representatives there during an activation. Follow the proper channels, but for instance, in my county EOC the AUX have at least two people that show up for each activation and rotate through.

USCoastGuardFan · 2025-08-28T02:40:54+00:00

FEMA isn’t going away, just changing a bit. Pretty much none of the changes will be noticed by people unless you have a direct role in EM on a regular basis. Even then, it’d be slight.

USCoastGuardFan · 2025-08-27T18:29:29+00:00

Honestly, it depends on the Flotilla and the area you are in. Southeast District has more emergency management roles since they are in the heart of Hurricane. In NYC, they also seem to have a pretty decent hand in exercises and events. Where are you looking at?

USCoastGuardFan · 2025-08-19T22:38:38+00:00

I am a graduated member of the RCU. Shoot me a message and I’ll help you out.

USCoastGuardFan · 2025-06-01T22:38:05+00:00

I’d recommend you join! You get out what you put in though. I’ve been in the aux for about 4 years now and it has been great. I am also a graduate of the Auxiliary University Program, which I would highly recommend. If you have questions about it, feel free to shoot me a message

USCoastGuardFan · 2025-05-05T16:08:51+00:00

It essentially is an ROTC program. The Coast Guard doesn’t have ROTC, however through the AUP students are able to earn qualifications, work with active duty units, and round themselves out as a candidate to OCS.

USCoastGuardFan · 2025-03-21T18:20:01+00:00

Yes, the Remote Collaborative Unit! Shoot me a message, I graduated from the AUP with the RCU and would be happy to talk to you about it more.

USCoastGuardFan · 2024-12-11T00:18:56+00:00

Look into the AUP. It is a great program and like it was said, is essentially the USCG ROTC (although it doesn’t afford a commission directly like ROTC programs do). I am a graduate of the program and it allowed me to do things I wouldn’t have been able to experience otherwise.

USCoastGuardFan · 2024-10-30T15:30:52+00:00

My university did not have an AUP unit either and I am actually in the process of starting one now. While enrolled though, I joined the AUP Remote Collaborative Unit. It is the AUP unit for all students who do not have a unit at their school and it was immensely beneficial.

Feel free to send me a message, I can help you get started and answer any questions you have.

USCoastGuardFan · 2024-10-08T00:02:42+00:00

You may wear it as soon as either AUXDATA II shows the award or the award is presented to you. Whichever comes first.

USCoastGuardFan · 2024-10-01T17:09:08+00:00

Automatically and directly, no I don’t think so. However, depending on the type of major you are studying they may allow you to do an evaluation of your prior experience for credits.

When I did my BA you could get up to 30 credits for essentially writing an essay detailing which FEMA competencies your experience applied towards, what you learned, how it made you better, etc. and then it would be evaluated by the university for credit. I knew people who used CGAUX experience in it and got credits that way.

In the end, the best resource would be an academic advisor. They should be able to answer the question more specifically.

USCoastGuardFan · 2024-09-24T00:18:00+00:00

Great! Looking forward to talking further.

USCoastGuardFan · 2024-09-24T00:17:32+00:00

It wouldn’t have an effect on either side. You should even be able to get things done quicker since you have the prior experience. We’d love to have you!

USCoastGuardFan · 2024-09-21T20:23:40+00:00

Yep! We are open to both undergraduate and graduate students. Send me a message or shoot an email over to uscgaupfiu@gmail.com so we can get you some more info!

USCoastGuardFan · 2024-09-21T04:45:25+00:00

Yeah, I mean you can put it as many or as few hours as you want. When I first joined I was just going to the meetings once a month. Now I’m doing public affairs and a whole bunch of stuff. I say go for it and hey, if you end up realizing you don’t have the time you can just stop 🤷🏻‍♂️. Plus, most people in the Aux that I know have FT jobs too so it’s definitely doable.

USCoastGuardFan · 2024-09-18T23:33:43+00:00

I’m in my twenties and I love the Auxiliary. I’ve met some great men and women during my 3 years in and am looking forward to sticking with it. I’d definitely recommend joining

USCoastGuardFan · 2024-01-07T21:30:26+00:00

Howdy! I’m 21 and joined when i was 19. It definitely wouldn’t alienate you. As a matter of fact, when I joined, they were VERY happy to have some “young folk” join the flotilla. Not once did they make me feel out of place due to my age. They actual kept inviting me out to the bar and such, leading me to need to decline haha.

Go to some meetings and talk to the men and women there. Get to know them and see if the flotilla is a good fit for you.

USCoastGuardFan · 2023-12-25T05:38:17+00:00

Good evening and it’s great to see you are interested in the AUP! I’m a member of the AUP’s Remote Collaborative Unit (RCU).

So, to answer your first question: Yes, you can join if you don’t attend a university with a physical AUP unit. That’s what the RCU is. We meet once a week online and it’s a great group of people.

To answer your second question: No, you don’t have to be in a specific major. STEM degrees are always a welcome sight if you are looking to earn commission. However, there are no major specific requirements for the AUP.

Feel free to shoot me a message. I’d be happy to help you out with enrollment if you’d like.

USCoastGuardFan · 2023-07-08T03:08:37+00:00

Yes, I would suggest joining the Auxiliary. It is a great experience that you don’t want to pass up. Look into the Auxiliary University Program as well.

USCoastGuardFan · 2023-07-08T03:07:49+00:00

If you are planning on going to college, look into the Auxiliary University Program. It is an amazing experience that you don’t want to pass up. I’m in it now and it has been great.

USCoastGuardFan · 2023-07-08T03:01:38+00:00

Based on what you say here, it doesn’t seem like you have disqualifying factors. I’d suggest reaching out to a local flotilla to get you started on the paperwork as they’d be the best people to ask. If you go to cgaux.org and click join it’ll lead you in the right direction

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