WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King and Representatives Mike Michaud and Chellie Pingree will host an upcoming Military Academy Seminar, in cooperation with Maine Maritime Academy, in Portland on Tuesday, September 17, 2013 at the Clarion Hotel, 1230 Congress Street, from 5:30–8:00 PM. Students, parents and guidance counselors who are interested in the application process for the United States Military, Naval, Air Force, Merchant Marine and Coast Guard Academies, state maritime academies, as well as private military colleges, Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC), and National Guard Scholar programs are encouraged to attend.

There will be a short presentation by representatives from the various organizations, followed by an opportunity to collect applications/brochures and speak with the individual representatives.  Also, congressional aides from the offices of Senators Collins, King, and Congressmen Michaud and Pingree will be available to answer questions regarding the congressional nomination process.

To register, contact Maine Maritime Academy at (800) 464-6565, however, preregistration is not required and walk-ins are welcome.

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