Walden’s Bend office to host ‘Academy Day’ Saturday

Rep. Greg Walden, R-Ore., is inviting high school students, parents, and educators to his office’s “Academy Day” in Bend on Saturday to learn more about attending one of the prestigious U.S. service academies.

At the event, local Academy Liaison Officers representing the U.S. Air Force, Merchant Marine, Military, and Naval Academies will give presentations on the nomination and appointment process. There is also an opportunity to meet one-on-one with the liaison officers to ask questions and learn more about each academy. Full details are below.

“Attending a U.S. service academy means a top-notch education, strong leadership skills, and the chance to serve your country in uniform,” said Walden. “Every year I have the honor of nominating a group of young Oregonians who demonstrate outstanding academic, athletic, and leadership characteristics to begin their journey to becoming a military officer.

“While the appointment process is highly competitive, I encourage all interested students who are willing to work hard to achieve this goal to attend my Academy Day and learn more.”

Members of Congress like Walden have the opportunity to nominate students to one of the academies. He has two veterans on staff who will be able to answer questions about the process (Walden will be holding town halls in the area on Saturday, so will not be at this forum).

Students, parents, or educators with further questions should contact Troy Ferguson in Walden’s office at troy.ferguson@mail.house.gov or (541) 776-4646. If you cannot attend, but would like more information on the process, please visit Walden’s website at https://walden.house.gov/academynominations.

Saturday, May 14, 2016

What: Academy Day event for students, parents, and educators
When: 10:00am
Where: Bend Elks Lodge, 63120 Boyd Acres Road, Bend