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Fleming Hosts “Service Academy Day” for Students Interested in Military Academy Admission
Congressman John C. Fleming, M.D. announced today he and Senator David Vitter will be hosting a “Service Academy Day” for young men and women interested in seeking nominations to the U.S. Air Force, Merchant Marine, Military, and Naval Academies. “Service Academy Day” gives high school age students the opportunity to learn about each service academy and meet with academy representatives and congressional staff for more information on the application and nomination process. The event will be held on Saturday April 30, 2011 at the: Bossier Parish Community College (Click here to view the invitation) Members of Congress are authorized by law to nominate candidates for appointment to the four U.S. Service Academies. These institutions provide college-age Americans with a tuition-free, four year undergraduate education and prepare them to be officers of the United States uniformed services. Upon graduation, service academy graduates are commissioned as officers in the active or reserve components for a minimum of five years. Young people seeking nominations should write to Congressman Fleming at 103 North Third Street, Leesville, Louisiana 71446, call 337.238.0778, or go to www.fleming.house.gov for more information. Dr. John Fleming is Chairman of the Natural Resources Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, Oceans and Insular Affairs and a is member of the House Armed Services Committee. He is a physician and small business owner and represents the 4th Congressional District of Louisiana. |
