Election Results
The election results are in. Congratulations to the five newly elected directors for the AOG Board: Hans Mueh '66, Cathy McClain '82, Emma Przbyslawski '10, Bob Munson '73, and Virginia Caine Tonneson '80.

Academy Mixer in Las Vegas
It was a great time to celebrate Mountain West Conference basketball last Tuesday at Bahama Breeze (see photo above). Graduates enjoyed listening to all the exciting news from our USAFA Athletic Director, Jim Knowlton! Please see the thank you note from your athletic director.

Checkpoints Online
The March issue of Checkpoints features Jack Fischer '96 who is heading to the International Space Station in April. Other features include a 1971 graduate who helped Donald Trump make history, bonus articles you'll only find online and so much more!

Class Advisory Senate Minutes Online
Read your January 2017 AOG Class Advisory Senate (CAS) minutes online. In the January minutes, you will see the notes of our guest speaker, Brig. Gen. Andrew Armacost, dean of the Faculty. He shared the plans for the ongoing modernization of the Academy library. He reported on the current class, the faculty senate, and how cadets continue to bring national recognition to the Academy. In addition, you will see updates from other leaders. Finally, check out the CAS roster and communicate with your class senator. All graduates are invited to attend the CAS meetings which are listed on the website.

It Takes More than the Luck of the Irish to Support the United States Air Force Academy
Become an annual member today! Join your Association of Graduates and show your support for the Academy's mission for just $60 a year — that's only $5 a month! Membership to your alumni association will provide: support for our USAFA graduates, parents and Academy friends; services and assistance to current cadets; connection to the Long Blue Line; a solid network to support you through all stages of your career; a subscription to Checkpoints quarterly alumni magazine; discounted event registration for you and your guest(s); 15% off merchandise at shop.usafa.org; and MORE! Sign up for membership today!

USAFA Falcon Polo
Now available for pre-order is a new Air Force Academy polo! It is embroidered with the classic falcon logo. Perfect for a day on the golf course with its durable moisture wicking fabric or comfortable casual wear. Purchases can be made through the AOG online store at shop.usafa.org now through March 19, 2017, only. Don't delay, order yours today and receive it by the end of April.

Slam Dunk Deal from Church Hill Classics
From March 15-20, 2017, Church Hill Classics is offering free shipping on all spirit and showcase frames. Use promo code SPIRIT17. Shop now!

Parents of the Class of 2020 – Recognition: Most Memorable Academy Experience!
We asked the Class of 2015 and 2016, "What was your most memorable experience at the USAFA?" We received nearly 400 responses and Recognition was mentioned more than anything else. Don't miss out on what could be your son's or daughter's most memorable moment at the Academy. If you’ve never had a WebGuy membership before, join today! If your membership has lapsed, click here to reinstate your WebGuy account! Your message will be sent to our Director of Membership.

"Recognition would be the one event at the Academy that is most memorable to me because it made me feel like I finally joined the culture of the Academy." – 2d Lt Charles E. Aly '15

"Completing Recognition. There will just not be anything else like that experience." – 2d Lt Amanda Beranek '15

Don't miss another memorable moment! Follow all the milestones in your cadet's Academy experience today!

Give Back When You Shop Thru The Heart at No Additional Cost to You!
When you shop for your business or personal needs, go to USAFAAOG.shop. Get started today.




Calling All Chapters: When is Your Founders Day Event?
Is your chapter planning a Founders Day event? This is one of the essential activities required for reaching the distinguished chapter level and the associated rewards that come with that distinction. Please let us know the date and time of your event so that we can make sure to help promote it on our events calendar and provide any other support you may need. Simply email your event details to chapter support at chapter.support@aogusafa.org. Thanks!

AF Academy Society of Washington, D.C. Events
Please join fellow graduates and USAFA supporters for 2017 Founders Weekend Events hosted by the AF Academy Society of Washington, D.C. (AFASW) for the benefit of the USAFA Endowment. The 7th annual golf tournament will be on April 21, 2017, followed by the Founders Day Dinner on April 22, 2017. Learn more and register online.

2017 St. Louis Gateway Chapter Founders Day
Please join us on Saturday, April 29, 2017, at the Stonewolf Golf Club to celebrate Founders Day. The guest speaker for the evening is Tim Cantwell, USAFA '76, Mid America Airport director. Learn more and register online.

Service Academies Global Summit
Join graduates from the five service academies in Washington, D.C., June 14-16, 2017, for personal and professional development, networking and fellowship. Register today!

Upcoming Events — Save the Dates!
USAFA Founders Day - April 7, 2017
Dayton Golf - June 5, 2017
Service Academies Global Summit - June 14-16, 2017
Air Force Day at the Rockies - August 20, 2017
Michigan Golf - September 15, 2017
Michigan Tailgate - September 16, 2017
Navy Tailgate - October 7, 2017
Dine and Dunk Air Force-Wright State - November 2017



Feeling Anxious About Your Career Transition?
From writing a resume to picking out the right suit, meeting employers and interviewing face-to-face for the first time in your career can be intimidating. We can help you prepare for your career change and answer your questions in our upcoming webinars. Then, put your practice to use by attending our largest career fair of the year in Washington, D.C., on May 10-12, 2017!

March 22: Writing a One-Page Resume
               Developing Your Career Plan

March 29: Developing Your Professional Brand
               Writing a One-Page Resume

Largest Job Fair of 2017 is May 10-12 in Washington, D.C. — Register now!
May 10 - AFA Graduate Networking Social, 5:30-8:30 p.m. (Location: TBD) Register in the AOG Career Center.
May 11 - Professional Development Workshops and Seminars, 12 - 7:30 p.m. (Service Academy Career Conference, Hyatt Regency Crystal City)
May 12 - Career Fair, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Service Academy Career Conference, Hyatt Regency Crystal City)
SACC Registration is open now at sacc-jobfair.com!

50 Employers are Waiting for Your Application in the Next 30 Days!
There are currently 50 full-time career opportunities posted by 11 nationwide employers who are looking for service academy graduates with various backgrounds — entry level up to senior management. Log in to the AOG Career Center to apply for these positions and gain a competitive advantage by meeting some of the employers in person on May 12, 2017. What are you waiting for? View the jobs and apply in the AOG Career Center!



Wings Over The Rockies Hosts Exhibit
When Leonardo DaVinci died in 1519, he left behind some 45,000 sheets of linen paper containing his detailed notes and drawings on his studies, observations, thoughts, designs and inventions. The DaVinci Machines Exhibition, from the Museum of Leonardo DaVinci, brings these sketches and inventions to life! Visitors will find more than 65 interactive DaVinci designed machines focused on flight, war, mechanics and more and will be able to touch and move these unique machines. This one-of-a-kind exhibition will also feature an immersive kids area, a film about the life and times of Leonardo, as well as a unique collection of officially licensed DaVinci artwork including the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper. Click here for more info.

Support 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 need 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!



Hundreds of Photos
With less than 100 days until graduation, you can look forward to hundreds of photos online in the coming months leading up to the big day! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter to stay updated with the Academy and share your support online!

New Website
Our website at USAFA.ORG has a new look and mobile-friendly design. On our new website you'll find years of digitized yearbooks, Checkpoints online archives, interactive Academy photos and video galleries, "This Date in History" USAFA heritage, and personalized menus for grads, parents and cadets. Take a look and let us know what you think.