(Indianapolis, IN) – U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-IN) has announced his nominations for U.S. service academy appointments.
Applications were received from 150 high school students, and a select group was interviewed by an advisory board chosen by Senator Young.
Out of 77 offered interviews, 51 young men and women from across the state received a nomination from Senator Young, including the following from Southeastern Indiana:
United States Merchant Marine Academy
- Emma Martin – West Harrison, IN/Home Schooled
- Lillia Miller – Lawrenceburg High School
A nomination does not guarantee admission to a service academy, but is required in order to be considered. Nominees are chosen based on personal merit. Criteria considered include evidence of character, leadership, academic excellence, physical aptitude, and extracurricular activities.
“I had the privilege of recommending a talented group of Hoosiers for admission to the United States service academies this year,” said Young. “These young men and women are highly qualified to serve our country, and I’m very proud of their hard work. I wish them the best of luck in their application process.”
