Congressman Carson Submits U.S. Service Academy Nominations for Indiana’s 7th Congressional District
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — 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 2018, and if accepted, will receive an all-expenses paid education.
"Our military academies provide outstanding educational and leadership opportunities, and I am proud to nominate these young men and women to be considered for acceptance," said Congressman Carson. "These students are smart, dedicated, and eager to serve. I know they will make our city and our nation proud as they grow into our next generation of leaders."
Students receiving nominations from Congressman Carson are listed below and organized by academy:
Air Force Academy
- Josiah Bryan, Home Schooled
- Jackson Golden, Cathedral High School
- Alondra Rojas, Perry Meridian High School
- Jack Weldon, Decatur Central High School
Military Academy
- Andres Alejos, Lawrence North High School
- Madison McGinn, Ben Davis High School
- Blake Koppel, Franklin Central High School
- Karol Wegrzyn, Irvington Preparatory Academy
Naval Academy
- Andres Alejos, Lawrence North High School
- Jessica Collins, IUPUI
- Alondra Rojas, Perry Meridian High School
- Zachary Tyra, Greenwood Christian Academy
While receiving a congressional nomination is required for admission, it does not guarantee admission to an academy. Final decisions are made by Academy admissions offices based on 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.