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Cadets from the Class of 2022 at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy receive their first duty assignments during Billet Night, March 3, 2022. One of the most anticipated events of the 200-week cadet program, Billet Night is a night of energy and excitement as the cadets near Commencement where they commission as officers in the U.S. Coast Guard. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Matthew Abban)

WHAT: Billet Night for the Class of 2025

WHERE: U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, Connecticut

WHEN: March 6, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Who: Cadets from the Class of 2025

NEW LONDON, Conn. — The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is proud to announce Billet Night for the Class of 2025 will take place Thursday, March 6, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Leamy Hall Auditorium.
Billet Night is a pivotal moment for senior cadets at the Academy as they receive their operational Coast Guard assignments and prepare to join the fleet upon graduation. During the event, each cadet will receive their billet, a specific job assignment at a Coast Guard unit. This is a highly anticipated event, as it marks the first step towards a fulfilling career of service to the country.

The event will be livestreamed on the U.S. Coast Guard Academy's YouTube page here. Media representatives interested in covering the event in person must RSVP via email to: cga-public-affairs@uscga.edu before 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 5. For more information about the Coast Guard Academy, please visit www.uscga.edu.

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