Norwich University U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary University Program - AUP

02/26/2026

Norwich Forever!

02/25/2026

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02/24/2026

Way to go fellow Senior Military College AUP!

02/23/2026

See our Link In Profile for more: https://home.norwich.edu/on/corps-cadets/rotc/us-coast-guard

Are you interested in the United States Coast Guard? Can you see yourself serving your nation after graduation? Seeking a U.S. Coast Guard Commission? - Join the AUP!

See our Link in Profile: https://www.cgauxedu.us/

02/20/2026

Way to represent Norwich University AUP graduate; LTJG Hannah Shaner!

🚨 Did you know the AUP is a pathway to a Coast Guard commission?

The Auxiliary University Program (AUP) develops college students into well-trained officer candidates ready for a wide range of Coast Guard careers—from Surface & Air Operations, Environmental Protection, and Marine Science, to Legal, Engineering, Humanitarian Assistance, and Homeland Security. All this without committing to ROTC!

Through hands-on training, leadership mentorship, and internship placements, AUP students gain real Coast Guard experience while completing the Program of Study.
With the Coast Guard looking to commission 500 new officers each year, AUP is striving to provide the remaining officer candidates needed to serve. 🌊⚓
Interested in serving?

Learn more here: https://www.cgauxedu.us

02/19/2026

This could be YOU!

02/19/2026

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02/17/2026

Thanks for the shoutout!

02/12/2026

to our Spring 2025 Auxiliary Training Exercise (ATX) at U.S. Coast Guard Sector New York.

AUP students from the Norwich University Auxiliary University Program (AUP) had the opportunity to shadow Sector NY Marine Safety Technicians (MSTs), serving as break-ins during a foreign vessel examination in Bayonne, New Jersey. The team conducted a comprehensive inspection of vessel documentation, certifications, and required safety equipment.

AUP students also responded independently to reports of discrepancies aboard a South Korean–flagged vessel, performing their own detailed examination. This included reviewing licenses, logs, and compliance records, as well as inspecting critical systems throughout the ship—from the control room and electrical spaces to fire detection systems and the five-story engine room. They verified auxiliary steering, CO₂ systems, navigation equipment, and lifeboat readiness to ensure full safety and regulatory compliance.

Hands-on experience like this prepares AUP students for real-world Coast Guard marine safety operations.

Learn more about how you can get involved at: https://home.norwich.edu/on/corps-cadets/rotc/us-coast-guard

02/11/2026

From Branch Assistant to Branch Chief 🇺🇸 | U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary University Program (AUP) National Staff

Auxiliarist Braeden Krzenski has been appointed from Branch Assistant to Branch Chief, AUP Public Affairs (BC-SUM) on the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary University Program (AUP) National Staff under the Directorate of Student Programs (S). He previously served one year as Branch Assistant, AUP Public Affairs (BA-SUMA).

In this role, Auxiliarist Krzenski oversees the AUP National Website, social media platforms, and publications, ensuring professional, timely, and accurate materials for flotillas, universities, and students. He previously served three years as Norwich University AUP Unit Public Affairs Officer and is an Auxiliary member of Flotilla 054-10-01 (Wrightsville Beach, NC).

Auxiliarist Krzenski is radio watch stander qualified with U.S. Coast Guard Station Wrightsville Beach and is working toward his AUX Boat Crew and PA3 qualifications. A member of the Norwich University Corps of Cadets, majoring in Environmental Science, Class of 2026, he plans to commission in spring 2027 hopefully as an afloat officer in either the U.S. Coast Guard, serving initially as a deck watch officer with a desired subspecialty in Public Affairs.

In Summer 2026, he plans to complete his Auxiliary Boat Crew qualification, pursue additional operational qualifications, and participate in an AUP internship aboard a Coast Guard cutter.

02/10/2026

Throwback Tuesday ⚓️

In Spring 2024, the AUP Unit of Massachusetts Maritime Academy and Norwich University AUP collaborated during our 2024 Spring Auxiliary Training Exercise (ATX).

After introductions, a brief campus tour, and dinner on the mess deck, cadets moved to the Mass Maritime Emergency Operations Training Center to conduct a Search & Rescue exercise. The scenario was developed by Mass Maritime AUP 2023–2024 Unit Leader Mitch Campbell, who now serves as an Ensign in the U.S. Coast Guard at Sector Miami.

This Search & Rescue exercise focused on Coast Guard units and assets around Cape Cod responding to a chemical tanker in distress. The scenario provided an excellent opportunity for MMA and Norwich cadets to collaborate, apply operational knowledge, and demonstrate different leadership styles in high-stress situations.

The Auxiliary University Program (AUP) provides hands-on training experiences that directly translate to real-world active duty Coast Guard operations. Collaborative training events like this ATX are essential to the success of AUP units, strengthening teamwork, leadership, and operational readiness across institutions.

Overall, it was a valuable and rewarding training experience for all involved.

02/08/2026

Highlighting AUP Internships with Norwich University's AUP

Norwich University’s U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary University Program (AUP) provides students with hands-on Coast Guard internships. AUP students intern alongside active duty, reserve, and auxiliary members at air stations, boat stations, sectors, cutters, bases, and flotillas.

At these internships, students earn operational qualifications such as boat crew, radio watch stander, vessel examiner, air observer, and more — gaining real-world experience in Coast Guard missions and leadership without the commitment of a traditional ROTC program.

Learn more at: https://www.cgauxedu.us/