DOWNEY - High school students interested in attending a U.S. service academy are invited to an informational workshop hosted by Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard on Oct. 12 at the Downey City Library.Registration opens at 9 a.m. and the workshop starts at 9:30. The meeting is open to students, their parents and the general public. Students will learn about our nation's five service academies and how to obtain a Congressional nomination to include with the application. Academy representatives will also be present to answer questions about eligibility requirements, cadet life, academics, athletics and career opportunities after graduation. For more details, call Alfonso Alfaro at (323) 721-8790.

********** Published: Oct. 3, 2013 - Volume 12 - Issue 25