Navy Federal Credit Union honors top ROTC students with scholarships
- Navy Federal Credit Union awarded its ROTC All-American Program Scholarships to top students in the military.
- The selection process involved nearly 1,300 nominations since 2018, with 219 from 216 schools in 2024.
- The initiative underscores Navy Federal's commitment to honoring and supporting future military leaders through education.
In Vienna, Virginia, on December 2, 2024, Navy Federal Credit Union awarded the ROTC All-American Program Scholarships to the top students from the Air Force, Army, and Navy/Marine branches. This program recognizes outstanding ROTC seniors and evaluates candidates based on leadership, military excellence, scholarship, and service, aligned with the program's core principles. Since its inception in 2018, Navy Federal has received approximately 1,300 nominations across the country, reflecting the program's growth and relevance in supporting ROTC cadets. In 2024, 219 nominations came from 216 ROTC units, showcasing the competitive nature of the selection process. Cadets like Radaszkiewicz and Viener exemplify the program's ideals through their leadership experiences and community service engagements, reinforcing the importance of mentor-ship and servant leadership in their academic and professional pursuits. Cadet Kennedy Adkison, a standout from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Navy/Marine ROTC, highlighted the unique opportunities provided by balancing academic excellence with military training. The scholarship program aims not just to reward individual achievements but also to foster community and relationships in service, supporting military and civilian cooperation. As Navy Federal serves a broader audience that includes all Department of Defense and Coast Guard active duty, veterans, and their families, the union’s efforts demonstrate a commitment to nurturing future leaders equipped for service.