Service Academy Day at LSUS Gives High School Students Insight into Military Academies
SHREVEPORT, La. – Members of the Louisiana congressional delegation hosted Service Academy Day at LSU-Shreveport on Saturday to provide high school students with valuable insight into the various military academies and ROTC programs available at local colleges.
Unique Opportunity
According to Blue and Gold Officer Roman Farrar, all the academies were represented at the event, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Merchant Marine, and Coast Guard. The purpose of the event was to help young students understand the different service academies, the application process, and the commitment required to attend.
“It’s an opportunity for young students, high schoolers, to get information as far as what service academy they’re interested in, what the process is, to get into that service academy, and what their commitment is,” said Farrar.
Pursuing a Dream
One of the attendees, Cadet Ajay Letchuman, a graduate of Captain Shreve High School who is currently in his second year at West Point, shared his motivation for pursuing a career at a service academy.
“All my life, I’ve wanted to make an impact in my community and really wanted to make an impact on the American people. I wanted to learn leadership from the best; that’s why I’m here, and that’s why I’m learning from the best. Hopefully, one day I might get to be like them,” said Letchuman.
When asked about the commitment required to attend a service academy, Farrar emphasized the core values that drive individuals to make such a significant decision.
Commitment to Duty, Honor, and Country
According to Farrar, the decision to attend a service academy is rooted in values like duty, honor, and country. He explained that those who are drawn to this path are individuals who have a strong desire to serve their country and strive to become the best version of themselves.
“If words like duty, honor, and country resonate, if you want to serve, if you really want to see the best version of yourself that you possibly can be, then a service academy is going to make you the best version of yourself that you can be,” Farrar stated.
Letchuman echoed Farrar’s sentiments, highlighting the challenges of attending a service academy and emphasizing the immense personal growth and fulfillment that come with the experience.
Applying for a Service Academy Nomination
For those interested in learning how to apply for a service academy nomination, the contact number provided is (225) 929-7711.
As high school students explore their options for higher education and consider a future in the military, events like Service Academy Day at LSUS play a crucial role in providing them with valuable information, guidance, and inspiration to pursue their goals.
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