As seniors approach graduation and plan for their lives after high school, they consider how they will continue to be “Men for Others.”

Seniors Conrad Dorn and Andrew Hunt have decided to serve by becoming a part of the US Military. Dorn will go into the Naval ROTC, and Hunt will become a student at the US Naval Academy.

Conrad Dorn

Dorn has accepted the call to become a part of the United States Navy. ROTC (Reserve Officers’ Training Corps) awards college scholarships in return for a five year commitment to a branch of the military. Dorn has been accepted into the NROTC and is waiting on a decision from the Army. The ROTC program consists of training to become an officer after college.

While the commitment to serve is not an easy one, Dorn is confident in his decision.

“It fits my style, with the leadership, dedication and staying in shape,” Dorn said.

In addition, Dorn comes from a military home. His father served in the Marine Corps for 20 years as a pilot who flew A4 Skyhawks.

Conrad’s scholarship has been assigned to RPI, but he is still waiting on letters from Cornell University and UMKC.

Andrew Hunt

Andrew Hunt, who will be attending the US Naval Academy, also comes from a family that has served in the military. Both his parents attended the Air Force Academy, and Hunt has been exposed to the military his whole life.

“My mom and dad both went to the Air Force, so I grew up around the lifestyle. I honestly didn’t even think about taking up the challenge [of attending the Naval Academy] until junior year, but as soon as I visited, I knew it was the right place for me,” Hunt said.

The Naval Academy is one of the most selective military programs for high school graduates. The application process consists of many parts and is a long and challenging road.

Out of the thousands of applicants, only 1,200 will become midshipmen. Students must make a commitment of at least two years of active duty.