Contact: Claude Chafin 202-225-1112

Washington, Sep 16 - Rep. Marsha Blackburn (TN-07) today announced the date and location for the next service academy forums. These forums are opportunities for students to get first hand information from the Congressman’s office as well as the Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy, The Merchant Marine Academy, and the United States Military Academy (West Point).

Students will learn how to apply for nominations to the service academy through Congressman Blackburn’s office as well as the rigorous entrance requirements the academies expect.

Doors will open at 9:30 for registration for both events. Speakers and exhibits will run from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Interested students should contact Leanne Durm at (615) 591-5161.

Saturday, September 27, 2008
Memphis-Shelby County Visitor Center
12036 Arlington Trail
Arlington, TN 38002

Saturday, October 11th, 2008
Franklin City Hall- Common Area
109 3rd Ave South
Franklin, TN 37064