Mahoning Valley - Eight local students have been nominated to attend one of the nation's military academies.

This is the last class of nominees being made by Congressman Tim Ryan.

Each nominee completed an application and interviewed with the 13th District Nomination Committee.

"To be considered for acceptance at one of our nation's military academies is a great honor for our students who have excelled in their communities and are now committing themselves to years of service and leadership," said Congressman Ryan. "Despite the difficult times our country faces right now, our future is bright in their hands, and I am grateful for my role in nominating such dedicated and inspiring students."

The nominated students from the Mahoning Valley are as follows:

Arlene Adams
Newton Falls High School
United States Military Academy at West Point

Ethan DunLany
Boardman High School
United States Merchant Marine Academy

Logan Flament
Poland Seminary High School
United States Military Academy at West Point

Hunter Haines
Champion High School
United States Military Academy at West Point

Gavin Hyde
Boardman High School
Naval Academy

Sahara Lawver
Western Reserve High School
United States Naval Academy

Christian Mudrey
Mathews High School
United States Military Academy at West Point

Griffin Wack
Hubbard High School
United States Military Academy at West Point