Visclosky to Hold Annual Military Academy Day
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Pete Visclosky’s office will host an informational session for prospective U.S. military academy applicants on Thursday, May 19, 2005 at the NIPSCO Building, 801 East 86th Avenue, Merrillville, Indiana, in the cafeteria from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
High-school freshmen, sophomores and juniors from the First Congressional District interested in attending a military academy, as well as parents, relatives and educators, are welcome to attend the event. There, they will have the opportunity to learn about educational opportunities and application information at the following institutions:
- U.S. Military Academy at West Point
- U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis
- U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs
- U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point
- U.S. Coast Guard Academy at New London
Members of the Congressman’s Academy Nomination Board, as well as local ROTC officers, will be on hand to meet prospective applicants.
“This is a great opportunity for students to learn about the opportunities our military academies offer,” said Visclosky, “It is always an honor for me to nominate many of our future leaders to these great institutions.”
For further information, please contact Visclosky’s district office at 219-795-1844.