Washington, D.C.—Senator Jim Risch has announced his nominations to the United States Military Academies for the 2013 school year. The nominees were selected from dozens of applicants and will now be considered by each of the four academies for final selection.
"This year's nominees have met the high standards required to attend our military academies and each of them have demonstrated a level of commitment to our nation that is commendable. They are each truly deserving of this honor and I applaud them for their efforts," said Risch.
Those interested in applying for future nominations to the military academies can find details on Senator Risch’s website or by contacting Vicki Fulton at (208) 667-6130.
U.S. Air Force Academy
Caleb Baker; Caldwell
Evan Barton; Post Falls
Rachel Milam; Eagle
Audrey Florence; Boise
Grant Hruby; Boise
Michael Hinatsu; New Plymouth
Kallie Leonard; Boise
Samantha McCain; Ammon
Colton Sterk; Eagle
Emily Taylor; Salmon
U.S. Naval Academy
David Borden; Rupert
Krystal Busby; Meridian
Evan Bonar; Boise
Cooper Blas; Middleton
Julia Carroll; Idaho Falls
David Freet; Coeur d’Alene
Kevin Fanter; Boise
Danielle Failor; Post Falls
Andrew Fletcher; Boise
Luke Harris; New Plymouth
McCall Kerkman; Boise
Rachel Milam; Eagle
Tevin Manu; Meridian
Nathan Marshall; Idaho Falls
Steven Price; Dalton Gardens
Kaden Steingruber; Meridian
Courtney Tucker; Moyie Springs
Aaron Wagoner; Athol
Jaydon Wilkerson; Emmett
Kyle Flack; Moscow
U.S. Military Academy at West Point
Theresa Konecni; Boise
Julen Totorca; Boise
Tasi Lloyd; Caldwell
Connor McClellan; Mountain Home AFB
Molly Prins; Twin Falls
Bridget Wasdahl; Boise
Benjamin Whipple; Saint Maries
Joel (Parker) Heisey; Hayden
Corey Nielson; Eagle
Travis Griffard; Coeur d’Alene
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Kane Berglund; Kendrick
Matthew Buchanan; Boise
Cyrus Cappo; Eagle
Kellen Copeland; Boise
David Elletson; Eagle
Spencer Goodmansen; Rigby
Connor James; Boise
Danita Knickerbocker; Parma
Skyler Podesek; Mountain Home
Benjamin Whipple; Saint Maries
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