March 31, 2017

Checkpoints Online
The March issue of Checkpoints features Jack Fischer '96 who is heading to the International Space Station in April.

Membership Corner
The Association of Graduates would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our members for your support and commitment to the United States Air Force Academy through your membership to the alumni association. We would not be able to fulfill our vision and mission if it were not for the support of our members. We would like to thank each of you personally as you join for the first time or renew. Please help us in welcoming our new and returning members.

SAVE $$ on Your Reunion Registration!
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!

Class of 2017 Parents — Less Than 60 Days To Go!
We believe that your Air Force Academy that your son or daughter is attending is the premier institution for developing leaders of character. We believe connecting your son or daughter with those who have gone before them will only intensify the power of their success. We believe in the men and women (past and present) who have answered the call to serve our nation. Do you believe? Purchase a membership for your soon-to-be second lieutenant today!

Be sure to check out your Class of 2017 graduation page which includes helpful information, the latest announcements and a countdown to the big day!

WELCOME Class of 2021 — We look forward to meeting you!
Congratulations on accepting your appointment to the United States Air Force Academy! We're the Association of Graduates (AOG) and we are here to support you, your family, your Academy and the graduates who have gone before you. We will be with you throughout your Academy experience, your Air Force career and beyond. Join us today! For questions regarding membership, feel free to contact our Director of Membership, Megan Bollman. We look forward to serving you and yours for decades to come!

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, and each purchase benefits the AOG!




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 all 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
AFA Graduate Networking Social - May 10 5:30-8:30 p.m.
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 vs. 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., Wednesday through Friday, May 10-12, 2017!

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!



Pinot’s Palette
Looking for something fun to do that is close to the Air Force Academy? Join us at Pinot's Palette, North Colorado Spring's best paint and sip. Come sip on a glass of wine, while you listen to music and paint your next masterpiece. You'll receive world-class customer service and step-by-step instruction. We offer $5 off for ALL MILITARY! Use promo code: military at www.pinotspalette.com/northgatevillage

Wings Over The Rockies
Don’t forget! Tomorrow, Saturday, April 1 2017, at Wings Over The Rockies is hosting The DaVinci Machines Exhibition, from the Museum of Leonardo DaVinci! This exhibit brings DaVinci’s sketches and inventions to life! Visitors will find more than 65 interactive DaVinci-designed machines focused on flight, war, mechanics and more. You 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. Although this exhibit will be on display until September, tomorrow's event is sure to be unforgettable! Click here for more info http://wingsmuseum.org/portfolio/davinci/

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 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!



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.