Waynesville High School
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Service Academy Nomination Process
Members of Congress have the responsibility to nominate young men and women to the various service academies. In an effort to better inform the residents of Ohio about these schools and the selection process; interested students and their parents may attend an informational seminars co-hosted by Senator Sherrod Brown and Senator Rob Portman. They will jointly host ten seminars across the state throughout the month of April. Liaison officers from the Naval, Military, Air Force, and Merchant Marine academies will be present to speak and to answer questions.
In addition, Academy Coordinators will discuss the congressional nomination process that is used to select qualified men and women. The privilege of nominating candidates to the United States service academies is one that entails a great deal of responsibility. Like the academies, the senators are interested in students who have demonstrated leadership potential and excellence in academics, athletics, and extra-curricular activities. Any freshman, sophomores, or juniors who may be interested in attending one of the seminars, may also contact Michael Dustman, Academy Co-Coordinator at (800) 205-OHIO (6446) or Suzanne Cox:
Suzanne Cox
U.S. Senator Rob Portman (OH)
37 West Broad Street, Room 300
Columbus, Ohio 43215
614-469-6774
portman.senate.gov
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Registering with the Selective Service Is Required
If you are a man ages 18 through 25 and living in the U.S., then you must register with Selective Service. It’s the law.
According to law, a man must register with Selective Service within 30 days of his 18th birthday. Selective Service will accept late registrations but not after a man has reached age 26. You may be denied benefits or a job if you have not registered. You can register at any U.S. Post Office and do not need a social security number. When you do obtain a social security number, let Selective Service know. Provide a copy of your new social security number card; being sure to include your complete name, date of birth, Selective Service registration number, and current mailing address; and mail to:
The Selective Service System
P.O. Box 94636
Palatine, IL 60094-4636
Register below:
If you have a social security number, you can register online (click here). It's quick and easy.
