WASHINGTON (WDTV)-- U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito announced U.S. Service Academy nominations for 32 qualified high school seniors from 16 counties in West Virginia on Monday.
According to a press release from Senator Capito's office, a board chosen by the senator reviewed each nominee's application, interviewed candidates and made recommendations.
“Reviewing service academy applications each year leaves me so inspired,” Capito said. “These young men and women represent the best and brightest of their class. Their combination of strong academic performance, involvement in extra-curricular activities, and proven leadership skills put them on a successful pathway to becoming the nation’s next leaders. I am thrilled to support them for admission to our U.S. Service Academies and know they will represent West Virginia well.”