WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) today announced that, following Brown’s nomination, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point has extended an offer of appointment to Troy native Ian Nadolny.

“I am proud that Ian has been offered the opportunity to attend one of our nation’s most prestigious institutions and will train to become part of the next generation of military leaders,” said Brown. “Mr. Nadolny’s family and the entire Troy community should be proud of this dynamic young man, who embodies the integrity and courage needed to represent and uphold the values of our nation.”

Nadolny is a graduate of Troy High School and now attends Georgetown College in Kentucky. He serves in the Army National Guard and is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta, an academic national honor society.

Each year, Brown nominates students for each slot available at our nation’s service academies requiring congressional recommendations. This year, openings were available for Brown to nominate up to 20 students to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point; up to 10 students to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy; and up to 10 students to the U.S. Naval Academy. A nomination does not guarantee acceptance into a service academy. The Academy’s Admissions Board ultimately decides who receives an appointment.

The nominations are based on the recommendation of a Service Academy Selection Advisory Committee, assembled by Brown. This committee – comprised of former academy graduates, active service members, veterans, parents of academy attendees, and community leaders from throughout the state – conducted rigorous interviews before selecting the final candidates.

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