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America's Got TalentAmerica's Got Talent
In The Stairwell, the Air Force Academy's a capella group, has advanced to the semi-finals of America's Got Talent! Thank you all for getting out the vote! The next show they are likely to perform on will be in September, so keep an eye out for reminders on the AOG website and our Facebook page. Way to go guys, we're proud of you and of how you've represented the Academy and the Air Force on national TV! Watch video from their last performance.

Back in Class
Now that the cadets are back in class, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter to stay updated with Academy activities and share your support online!


Events

Air Force Academy Day at Coors FieldCoors Field
The Colorado Rockies would like to invite the faculty, staff, cadets and alumni of the Air Force Academy, plus Air Force personnel throughout the region, to come watch the Rockies take on the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2017. Join us at the ballpark!

Join Us in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Please join us for a day of incredible golf and camaraderie at the exclusive Northville Hills Golf Club! Whether you are a graduate, parent, friend or an Air Force supporter, this is an event not to be missed. A huge thank you to Lockheed Martin for being our Individual Classic Sponsor and to USAA for being our All American Sponsor! Sign up today!

On Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017, come celebrate with us at the BIG HOUSE! The tailgate party is from 9 to 11:30 a.m. before we cheer on our Fighting Falcons vs. the University of Michigan.


Legacy Event for the Class of 1970
Class of 1970 graduates are invited to join the Class of 2020 at their Exemplar Dinner on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017. For questions, contact MJ Kellenbence '80 at 719-472-0300, ext. 139. Learn more and register online.

C-7A Caribou Joins SEA Pavilion
A plaque commemorating the contribution of Academy grads who flew the C-7A Caribou in Vietnam will be added to the Southeast Asia Pavilion. The dedication will take place at the SEA Pavilion on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. followed by a light lunch in Doolittle Hall. Those wishing to attend please RSVP to Bruce Buono via email or phone (703-772-2606) no later than Sept. 22, 2017.

Let's Sink Navy!Sink Navy
Join us in Annapolis as we take on the Navy Midshipmen. All the festivities begin at our tailgate on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017, from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Let's focus on keeping the CIC Trophy!

Dallas Golf Classic
The USAFA Golf Tour is headed to Texas in October. Join us at the exclusive Cowboys Golf Club on Friday, Oct. 27, 2017. Register today!

Programs

GerhartGen. John K. Gerhart Fellowship
The Gen. John K. Gerhart Fellowship is a two-year study program funded by the U.S. Air Force Academy Association of Graduates for the benefit of USAF Academy graduates every year. This year's recipient is 2nd Lt. Ciarra McCarthy '17.

Update Your Profile
Graduates can now enter their non-rated career field into the AFSC title box on their member profile online or call John Rice at 719-472-0300, ext. 132. It is important for all grads to keep their profiles updated with career and contact information so we can stay connected with you! Please update your profile today so we have accurate information for the Register of Graduates.

WebGuyParents and Families — Parents' Weekend Giveaway!
Be sure to stop by the AOG table at the Information Fair in the Arnold Hall Ballroom on Friday, Sept. 1, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Show your membership card, which can be found on our mobile membership app, to spin the prize wheel. We have a lot of fun giveaways for our AOG members as a thank you for your membership and for your support of our programs! Not a member yet? JOIN TODAY and check out your son's or daughter's journey after you parted ways on Inprocessing Day! For questions regarding membership, please contact Megan Bollman, director of Membership.

Reunion Classes — Members Save on Registration!
Membership to your Association of Graduates allows your alumni association to provide: support for our USAFA graduates, parents and Academy friends; services and assistance to current cadets; connection to the Long Blue Line; a solid professional network to support you through all stages of your career; and more. In return, you will receive membership benefits such as: discounted event registration for you and your guest(s) — this includes reunion registration; a subscription to our award-winning Checkpoints quarterly alumni magazine; 15% off merchandise at shop.usafa.org; and more. Life and annual memberships are available. Please see our website for pricing. We look forward to seeing you at your reunion this year!

Career Services

CalendarUpcoming Job Fair Will Be the Largest Ever on the West Coast with 100 Recruiting Organizations!
Meet them all here! Need more job fair info before you decide?

Virtual Career Development Calendar
New webinars every Wednesday at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. (EST). Register in the AOG Career Center.

USAFA Grads are on the Move
Check out who has a new job, post jobs at your company, stay in the loop on events in your region, and join the professional grad network conversation! Join our AOG Official LinkedIn Group, USAFA AOG - West, Midwest, South, Northeast, Rocky Mtn. Region, Global, or Young Alumni LinkedIn groups!

Community

Amanda's CantinaAmanda's Cantina
Amanda's Cantina is having a Grand Re-Opening Party! Come join us on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017, when we will be celebrating all day long with $3 beer specials, $5 Amanda's Margs, $2 Tacos and more. There also will be live music from Zac Charles and the Red (1-3 p.m.) and Exit West (5-9 p.m.) in the Budweiser Beer Garden. See you on Aug. 26 at 8050 N. Academy Blvd!

Black-eyed PeaBlack-Eyed Pea!
If you're looking for fresh salads, steaks, salmon, grilled catfish, wraps, sandwiches and more, the Black-Eyed Pea has home-style scratch cooking worth going out for! We have the best senior menu in town where seniors still get their beverage for free. We have chicken fried Monday where your chicken fried steak meal with two side dishes, rolls and cornbread is only 8.99. Tuesdays are "Kids eat free" day with each paying adult and Wednesdays we salute our active military with "military appreciation Wednesday."

COS AirportCOS Airport
Frontier Airlines begins new direct service from Colorado Springs Airport to Fort Myers Florida on Oct. 5, 2017, and Tampa, Florida Oct. 6, 2017. Book now!

RS Property Management LLCRS Property Management LLC
RS Property Management is a full-service real estate company. If you are thinking about buying a home, or selling we are here to help make the process as simple as possible for you.

SEAKRSEAKR Engineering
SEAKR Engineering is the leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications. We are always searching for the next innovation and the next generation of technology for the future of satellite communications and space exploration.

True Blue BusinessSupport Those Who Support Us!
Will you be visiting the Academy soon and wondering where you will stay, what you will eat or what activities you might do while here? Is your son or daughter (or maybe you) getting married and needing a photographer or a caterer? When searching for these answers and others, please be sure to check out our True Blue Business Partners first. Support those who support us. Support our True Blue Businesses!

True Blue Business — Help Us Build a Stronger Community Together!
Do you or someone you know own a business whose products would be beneficial to our graduate community? Perhaps it's a restaurant, hotel, auto service or carpet cleaning service. Whether your business reaches the world or just our locals, if it's a service that can help our community, I would like to speak with you about becoming a True Blue Business! Please contact Jeff MacLean at jeff.maclean@aogusafa.org or 719-247-8767 today to discuss how we can partner together!



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