2008-2009 Class of White House Fellows
Here is a little bit of the press release below:
The White House announced the President's appointment of 14 White House Fellows, selected by the President's Commission on White House Fellowships, to participate in America's most prestigious fellowship program for leadership development and public service. The 2008-2009 Class of White House Fellows represents a highly distinguished group of men and women exemplifying a diverse cross-section of professions including medicine, education, business, and science technology. Additionally, three branches of the military are represented among the newly appointed Fellows.
View the full press release HERE and also read Chris' bio.
At 26, Chris is the second yougest person in history to hold this. He has settled in DC and is learning his way around the Pentagon. He was officially placed with Secretary Gates at the Department of Defense. Chris says, "It is such a privilege to serve our troops during a time of war." He will be traveling with the Secretary over the coming months, including trips to Brussles, Iraq, Afghanistan, Bahrain, and some bases throughout the U.S.
The fellows have their first 2 hour meeting with President Bush on October 1st in the Oval Office.
As the Lord leads, please pray for Chris and his wife, Alice. Chris says he feels so honored and humbled by this whole experience and opportunity. He also knows it is God's doings that has place him where he is at this time in his life.
1 comment:
Woohoo! So excited to see Chris is progressing in his service to the White House and our country! What an honor! Congrats! amp
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