I thought the Baltimore Sun article got the point across about what the Academy is and hopes to be in the U.S. It’s about volunteerism, service, and bettering our communities. Rodricks mentions the other academies that the general public is more familiar with and have come to respect. You would think there would be a similar institution for young people who are interested in serving in a civilian capacity. The overarching theme is that service will be an everlasting theme not just in this administration, but in future ones as well. It is very important to incorporate service into our American values and the Academy is a way to ensure such a value renders true for generations. Hopefully the Academy will continue to get the press and a strong following that it so rightfully deserves.

- Ijeoma Nwatu