As your United States Representative, I have the privilege of nominating a limited number of qualified candidates to attend one of the U.S. Service Academies. The honor of attending a Service Academy comes with an obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation.
Approximately 75 students and parents attended my annual U.S. Service Academy Day to learn more about the nation's military academies. Representatives from the United States Military Academy at West Point, the United States Naval Academy, the United States Air Force Academy, the United States Merchant Marine Academy, and the United States Coast Guard Academy were in attendance to provide presentations about their institutions. In addition, we were joined by State Representative Felicia Rabourn, who led us in prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Kentucky State Senator Gex Williams also addressed the participants and offered remarks commending students in attendance.
By attending a U.S. Service Academy, young men and women have the opportunity to serve their country while improving all facets of their character through a rigorous scholastic curriculum and a disciplined moral and physical regimen. Competition for entry into a Service Academy is high, and nominees are chosen based on several factors including character, leadership, academic excellence, physical aptitude, and extracurricular activities.
While it is not necessary to attend Academy Day in order to apply for a nomination, students who attend can learn more about the nomination process. The nomination process also includes an additional day in the fall when applicants have formal interviews with representatives from the academies.
Congratulations to Jake Sendaydiego (U.S. Air Force Academy), Samantha Kang (U.S. Naval Academy; unable to attend Academy Day), Ruby Smith (U.S. Military Academy), Oliver Harris (U.S. Military Academy; unable to attend Academy Day), and Burton Keck (U.S. Merchant Marine Academy) for accepting their appointments to attend their respective academies! To all of the attendees who are veterans or active duty- thank you for your service!