Congressman Stephen F. Lynch recently announced that he has nominated Stephen R. Griffiths, Jr. of Cedarcrest Road in
As part of his annual Congressional responsibilities, Congressman Lynch nominates exemplary candidates to the armed services academies. "Since September 11, 2001, the quality of applicants has steadily improved every year, and this year the decision was especially tough. These candidates are the best of the best, and I am proud of their desire to serve our country.”
"Stephen was highly recommended by his teachers and coaches at
Congressman Lynch and his Congressional Liaison for Military Affairs, Bob Fowkes, examined each candidate’s record of academic, athletic, and service achievements, as well as his letters of recommendation. After an extensive review process and a personal interview, Stephen Griffiths was selected as someone whose scholastic record and community service elevated him to the top of a list of well-qualified candidates.
Congressman Lynch said, "There were many impressive candidates this year from the Ninth Congressional District for the
Students interested in attending one of the United States Service Academies should contact Mr. Robert Fowkes in Congressman Lynch’s
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