lol that is the exact attitude i have.... anyway here is my reconsideration letter. Any advice would be great. After you guys take a look at this i will post my moto statement for the same advice....
To The Naval Selection Board,
My name is Micah Henzel, I am an American and have an intense desire to serve in the United States Navy. The reasons behind why I want to become an officer within the United States Navy are many, however the honor in doing so is without a doubt at the top of my list. I am proud to be an American and to this end would be thrilled at the opportunity at serving the country I so love. The foundation of America is that of opportunity, and through victory over challenges such opportunities may be capitalized upon. Of the myriad opportunities available to me within America, that which I am most passionate about pursuing is that of the United States Navy Officer Candidate School. For the following reasons it will be abundantly clear as to why I have made this choice, and likewise my potential value to the Navy will be exhibited. I ask that you consider the information contained herein with the meticulous care that went into its writing, as I take this opportunity very seriously and would hope my request for consideration likewise be perceived as such.
The United States Navy as with any other governmental service is based upon the commitment of its members. Commitment is something I understand in full, as throughout life I have learned the value of not only establishing goals, but following them through to their successful end. Such an attitude has enabled me to complete my college-course work, with my graduation from SUNY Albany with a bachelor’s degree in Biology and a minor in economics. This course of study was pursued so as to give me not simply an understanding as to life, but also how it effectively functions within the confines of our modern capitalist society. This appreciation for knowledge and the unknown came about at a young age, when I was enthralled by a neighbor who was an employee of American Airlines, working as a pilot. This experience awakened in me an interest in aviation, with naval aviation being a central focus of mine throughout my early childhood. While this interest would momentarily dwindle it would be reawakened during my educative years due to a chance encounter.
Having graduated high school I moved on to college, studying biology upon beginning my tenure at SUNY Albany. Throughout my education at SUNY Albany I had the opportunity to not only gain knowledge, but also to see it put to work. This is one of the many facets of the Navy that I find attractive, in that not only will I be learning, but I will be doing and utilizing my knowledge in a real-world environment within which it is applicable. This first hand knowledge came in the form of an internship I experienced at Albany Medical Center in the cancer research Laboratory. While my education and experience has opened many available paths to me, I still feel the pull and allure of a career in the Untied States Navy .
Having graduated college and achieved my degree, I feel it is time to pursue that which I would most like to invest my time and life into, that of the United States Navy. The career of naval aviator is my ultimate goal, however I understand the commitment and steps necessary to accomplish prior to achieving this. Through research I have learned that to be a naval aviator one must first be a commissioned officer. Wishing to gain the full benefit of progressing through the ranks, this has brought about my decision and desire to pursue the Officer Candidate School. Should I be given the opportunity of participating in the Navy’s Officer Candidate School the Navy will find in me an exceptionally dedicated and talented individual who will not only fulfill it's requirements, but exceed expectations upon being given the chance to truly contribute.
Thank you all..... please no bashing... constructive criticism and advice will be appreciated
