Latta to Host Military Academy Informational Nights for Students and Families

Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) announced his office will host two informational meetings for students and families from Ohio’s Fifth District regarding the United States Military Service Academy nomination and appointment process. Elyria Informational Meeting: September 21, 2026, at 7 p.m. Transportation and Community Center 40 East Avenue, Elyria, Ohio 44035 Findlay Informational Meeting: September 24, 2026, at 7 p.m. Owens Community College, Findlay-area Campus 3200 Bright Road, Findlay, Ohio 45840 Education Center, Conference Room 111 These meetings serve as opportunities for potential student candidates to be advised of the congressional nomination process and meet with representatives from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, and the U.S. Coast Guard Academy at New London. Potential candidates may also obtain an application for a military service academy nomination by attending one of the informational meetings or on Congressman Latta’s website at latta.house.gov . Completed applications are due October 9, 2026, with all supporting documents to be turned in by October 23, 2026 . For Questions, Congressman Latta’s office may be contacted at (419) 422-7791.