Smith Announces Service Academy Open House

Today, Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) announced the 2014 Third District Service Academy Open House will take place on Saturday, April 19, in Grand Island. The event will help young people in Nebraska learn more about the U.S. Service Academies and other opportunities for military service.

“The U.S. Service Academies and ROTC programs are great opportunities for exceptional young men and women to serve their nation, receive an education, and develop leadership skills and character,” said Congressman Smith. “I encourage any interested young people to attend this event and learn more about opportunities for military service.”

The Third District Service Academy Open House will take place on Saturday, April 19, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 pm CDT. The event will be held at Central Community College’s Grand Island Campus in the Health Sciences 500 Building (3134 W Highway 34, Grand Island).

Representatives from the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, and Army ROTC will be on hand to answer questions and provide information about opportunities each offer. Representatives from the offices of Congressman Smith, Senator Johanns, and Senator Fischer will also be in attendance to answer questions about the Service Academy nomination process.