U.S. Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard will host a free information workshop for high school students interested in attending a U.S. service academy.  Students will learn about the academy requirements, including the application process for receiving a nomination from the congresswoman. The service academies provide a free college education in return for five years of military service as a commissioned officer following graduation.

WHO:                  
High school students and their parents are invited to meet with representatives from the U.S. Military Academy (West Point), U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.

WHEN:              
Saturday, October 17 8:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.

WHERE:
The Downey City Library
11121 Brookshire Avenue
Downey, CA 90241

(Located near corner of Firestone Blvd and Brookshire, next to Downey City Hall)

CONTACT:          
Diana Porras at (213) 628-9230