Rep. Cartwright Announces Service Academy Nominations for the Eighth Congressional District
Eighth Congressional District,
January 26, 2023
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Today, U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright (PA-08) announced his nomination of 17 Northeastern Pennsylvania students as candidates to the United States Service Academies. The U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy and the U.S. Merchant Marines Academy require a congressional nomination to be considered for admission “These students are among Northeastern Pennsylvania’s best and brightest. Talented, driven and intelligent, they also possess a strong desire to serve their country,” said Rep. Cartwright “These young people are the next generation of American leaders, and they give me every reason to believe that our future is in very good hands.” To receive a nomination, students completed a rigorous application process, including in-person interviews with members of Rep. Cartwright’s Military Academy Board consisting of Northeastern Pennsylvania veterans and community leaders. Throughout the application process, students must demonstrate their commitment to community service, their desire to serve in the United States Military and their academic and athletic prowess. The Class of 2027 nominees to attend the United States Service Academies from Luzerne County include:
The Class of 2027 nominees to attend the United States Service Academies from Lackawanna County include:
The Class of 2027 nominees to attend the United States Service Academies from Wayne, Pike and Monroe Counties include:
Young adults between the ages of 17 and 22 are eligible to apply for nomination to a United States service academy. Anyone seeking to further their education and serve as an officer in the Armed Forces is encouraged to review the application on Rep. Cartwright’s website and contact his Scranton District Office at 570-341-1050 for more information. |