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Fork Union Military Academy, a renowned college preparatory boarding school, has honored Nehemiah Allen with the 2024-2025 Board of Trustees Scholarship. Allen, an incoming sophomore from Beaverdam, Virginia, showcased his academic prowess, extracurricular involvement, and future aspirations, impressing the selection committee.
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As a standout at Patrick Henry High School, Allen excels in both football and track and field. His aspirations include playing college football while pursuing a career in culinary arts. His dedication to academics is exemplified by his consistent placement on the honor roll for three consecutive years and his membership in the Beta Honor Society.
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Beyond his academic achievements, Allen demonstrates leadership potential through his active role in the VTSS Student Council. In recognition of his civic-mindedness, he was honored with the DAR Citizenship Award in 2022.
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The Board of Trustees Scholarship is a prestigious merit-based award that covers full tuition, room and board, and uniforms for an eligible student entering eighth, ninth, or tenth grade. This year, Fork Union Military Academy received applications from exceptional candidates across the country and internationally.
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After a rigorous evaluation process, the Scholarship Committee narrowed the pool to three finalists who participated in individual interviews in April. Director of Enrollment Management expressed admiration for the exceptional quality of applications and highlighted Allen’s well-rounded profile and potential to thrive in the academy’s distinctive academic and military setting. Fork Union Military Academy extends a warm welcome to its new scholarship recipient.
