Free Service Academy Forum on September 11th
Washington,
Sep 1 -
On Saturday, September 11th at 2:30 p.m., U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson (3rd Dist.-Texas) will host the annual Service Academies Forum for young people and their families interested in pursuing an education at one of the nation’s prestigious service academies. The free informational event will take place in the Conference Center of the Collin County Community College Spring Creek Campus located at 2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway in Plano. No R.S.V.P is needed.
“I can’t think of a better way to mark September 11th than to spend time with young adults eager to learn more about serving their country as leaders in the armed forces,” said Johnson. “These kids grew up with America at war in two countries. They know what it means to stand up and wear the uniform. This information session will help students and families decide if the service academy route is right for them.”
Cadets receive free tuition, room and board, as well as a monthly stipend. Upon graduation, they are commissioned as second lieutenants or ensigns in their branch of service, where they must complete a multi-year obligation.
Students interested in seeking a nomination to the U.S. Military, Naval, Air Force, or Merchant Marine Academies are encouraged to attend. At the event, representatives will present highlights of each Service Academy and provide details on student evaluation, nomination and appointment procedures. Following this overview, people will break into groups. This allows students and parents to speak directly with representatives from each academy. Students who attend the forum are under no obligation to apply or enroll in an Academy.
Students must be nominated for the U.S. Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs, CO), the U.S. Military Academy (West Point, NY), the U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis, MD), and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point, NY). Students applying to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy (New London, CT) do not need a congressional nomination.
Typically, students in 8th – 11th grade, as well as their families, attend this event. In most cases, seniors have passed the information-gathering process for the service academies and started the application process, if desired. For more information, contact Johnson’s office in Richardson at 972-470-0892.
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