Rep. André Carson Submits U.S. Service Academy Nominations for Indiana’s 7th Congressional District

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman André Carson announced today his list of nominees for attendance at one of the United States Service Academies.  Nominated students will be considered for acceptance to the Class of 2017, and if accepted, will receive an all-expenses paid education. 

“Our military academies provide a once in a lifetime opportunity for the students who are accepted, and I am proud to offer these young men and women a pathway to that rare level of leadership and service,” said Congressman Carson. “Each year, these nominations embody the best Indianapolis has to offer. These committed and brilliant young people will be outstanding leaders in our nation and community, and I look forward to all they will accomplish.”

Students receiving nominations from Congressman Carson are listed below and organized by academy:

United States Air Force Academy

Caroline Bechtel, Cathedral High School

Kurtis Loy, Roncalli High School

James McCormick, North Central High School

Kynan Valencia, Warren Central High School

John White, Cathedral High School

United States Military Academy (West Point)

Caroline Bechtel, Cathedral High School

Amanda Blanco, Warren Central High School

Seamus Brennan, Cathedral High School

Mason Hunt, Home Schooled

Jacquelyn Stevens, Warren Central High School

Karol Wegrzyn, Irvington Preparatory Academy

John White, Cathedral High School

United States Naval Academy (Annapolis)

Caroline Bechtel, Cathedral High School

Brian Greggs, International School of Indiana

Kurtis Loy, Roncalli High School

James McCormick, North Central High School

John White, Cathedral High School

Receiving a congressional nomination is required for admission but does not guarantee admission to an academy. Academy admissions offices evaluate each candidate’s high school record, class rank, standardized test scores, extracurricular activities, fitness exam and moral character before making their selections.

Members of Congress submit nominations every year, and additional information can be obtained on Congressman Carson’s website at www.carson.house.gov or by contacting his Indianapolis office at 317-283-6516.