Edinburg Grad Ximena Falcon Meza To Attend West Point Military Academy

Photo above – Ximena Falcon Meza, at podium, was honored during a recent Edinburg City Council meeting. Standing behind Meza are members of her family.

Edinburg TX — U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez has announced eight students from who have received nominations to attend the U.S. military academies. Among them was an Edinburg High School student.

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Ximena Falcon Meza, an Edinburg High School senior who graduated this past May, will attend the U.S. Military Academy (West Point). Meza also graduated with an Associate Degree from South Texas College in Interdisciplinary Studies earlier in May.

Only 11% of those who apply to West Point get accepted.

“These exemplary students are taking the first step on the path to becoming leaders and I am honored to have a hand in their journey,” Gonzalez said. “These young leaders, in more ways than one, embody the values that our military instills in our service members as well as what makes South Texas a great place: humility, leadership, loyalty, and a strong work ethic.” 

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These academies include U.S. Military Academy in West Point, N.Y. (West Point); U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo.; U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md.; and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, N.Y., the congressman’s news release said.

Applicants need to be of appropriate age, have an aptitude for leadership, and possess the commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation.

Applicants must meet all academic requirements and admissions interviews before being recommended by their Congressional representative. 

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