NIU student a finalist in hero campaign

By Ali Combs

Junior communications major Richard Bennett is a finalist in the “Tribute for Heroes” campaign, according to NIU Today.

Bennett served in the Army’s 101st Airborne Division. Bennett is being considered for shielding his platoon’s medic from enemy fire.

The full list of finalists and the opportunity to vote are at www.tributeforheroes.com. Voting ends June 30.