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Wing members judge JROTC scholarship contest

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  • By Maj. Andrea Pitruzzella
  • 914th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, NY. --  Two members of the 914th Airlift Wing have been selected to participate in the selection of the Department of New York American Legion Junior ROTC Cadet of the Year and Erie County American Legion Junior ROTC Cadet of the County on Saturday, April 28, 2012.

Captain Michael McNulty, Chief of Tactics and Technical Sgt. Laura Eversole, of the Force Support Squadron both volunteered their time for what they consider to be a very worthwhile cause. "This is my first year participating in this event," said Capt. McNulty, "I have been in the Air Force for nearly 17 years and I enjoy opportunities such as thing where I can have influence on those deciding to pursue a career in the Air Force."

Technical Sgt. Eversole is the first enlisted person to be invited to serve on this judging committee. Having served on other boards in the military, she feels that she brings a fresh perspective on the value of the judging process. "I find it very rewarding," said Tech. Sgt. Eversole, "I enjoy the cumulative judging process, the dialogue and the professionalism that is involved in choosing the most eligible and qualified candidate."

This year marks the 12th Anniversary of the state cadet program and the 3rd Anniversary of the county program. Cadets from all services are invited to compete and are judged on their uniform and personal appearance, academic performance, leadership experience, physical fitness, and an essay on "How JROTC Has Helped Me Deal With Peer Pressure." Their package also must include up to three Letters of Recommendation and a listing of awards and accomplishments.

John Kasmer, Senior JROTC Advisor for the Department of New York American Legion said that this program was developed to meet the needs of cadets leaving high school and starting their college careers. "Scholarships are important to this age demographic, and that is exactly what this program provides. The winning senior for Cadet of the Year wins a $1,000 scholarship and the winning Junior from the Cadet of the County wins a $100 Savings Bond and a medal."