Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–October 19, 2015. Today, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) announced she is now accepting applications from high school students seeking a Congressional nomination to a U.S. Military Service Academy through her website. Each year the Congresswoman, along with a panel of judges, select from the applicants a group of outstanding 8th District students to receive Congressional nominations to attend West Point, the Air Force Academy, the Naval Academy or the Merchant Marine Academy. The Congresswoman recently hosted an informational session about the application process at the Elgin Armory for students interested in attending these prestigious, competitive and highly selective institutions that give them the chance serve their country while receiving an exemplary education.
