U.S. Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) cadet celebrates after receiving a streamer for their company guidon for outstanding performance of the company during the fall semester, USCGA, New London, Connecticut, Jan. 9, 2026. The change of watch ceremony marked the official transition of leadership for the corps of cadets, formally introducing the new leaders for the spring semester. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer Third Class Leo Avila.)