Valedictorian DeCarol A. Davis shaking hands with then Vice-President Dick Cheney at her graduation in 2008.
For many individuals, there is no higher honor than to serve one's country. It takes a certain level of academic preparation, dedication and discipline to be accepted at, let alone graduate from, any of the United States military academies. The prestige that comes with attending any of these elite institutions, be it West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy or the U.S. Coast Guard Academy provides unparalleled opportunities like no other.
In 2008, Lt. DeCarol A. Davis made history when she became the first African-American valedictorian at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. It's quite possible, though not confirmed, that Lt. Davis is the only African-American valedictorian from any of the military academies -- a unique distinction worth celebrating.
In this interview, Lt. Davis (a Marine Safety Officer), gives an in-depth look at life inside of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and offers candid advice on succeeding despite the challenges as well as helpful advice for parents and their children.
In 2008, Lt. DeCarol A. Davis made history when she became the first African-American valedictorian at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. It's quite possible, though not confirmed, that Lt. Davis is the only African-American valedictorian from any of the military academies -- a unique distinction worth celebrating.
In this interview, Lt. Davis (a Marine Safety Officer), gives an in-depth look at life inside of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and offers candid advice on succeeding despite the challenges as well as helpful advice for parents and their children.
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