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Congressman Turner released the following statement after announcing students from the tenth district who have been nominated to attend the U.S. Service Academies:

“Year after year, young men and women at such a young age raise their hand and volunteer to serve and protect this country. I am honored to recognize these students who will be attending Service Academies next year and representing Southwest, Ohio with great pride and patriotism.”

In order for a student to be considered for a military academy appointment, he or she must be recommended by an authorized nominating source. This could include the President, Vice President, a Member of the Senate or a Member of the House of Representatives.

Receiving a nomination is only the first step in the process of receiving an offer of appointment to a U.S. military service academy. Students must qualify academically and are subject to character, leadership physical fitness, medical fitness and motivation evaluations. 

To attend the United States Naval Academy:

  • Jared Fuerst – Fairborn, OH
  • Eric Towe – Vandalia, OH
  • David Vine – Dayton, OH 

To attend the United States Air Force Academy:

  • Michael Chuck – Beavercreek, OH
  • Matthew Kuhn – Centerville, OH
  • Tyler Wiederholt – Bellbrook, OH

To attend the United States Air Force Prep Academy:

  • Callie Wolfenberger – Beavercreek, OH

To attend the United States Military Academy (West Point):

  • Alexander Decker – Kettering, OH
  • Holly Hulett – Bellbrook, OH
  • Gavin Tom – Spring Valley, OH

To attend the United States Merchant Marine Academy:

  • Caitlin Erbacher – Fairborn, OH

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