October 12, 2017

F-4 Phantom Plaque Dedication
A plaque commemorating the contribution of Academy grads who flew the F-4 Phantom was dedicated on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017. The weather was sunny and beautiful with over 100 graduates and families in attendance. To view the photos of this dedication, please go to our Facebook page.

Stop by the Southeast Asia Memorial Pavilion on your next visit to the Air Force Academy along the Heritage Trail at Doolittle Hall.

C-7A Caribou Plaque Dedication
On a cloudy and rainy Wednesday (Oct. 4, 2017), approximately 40 people attended a special ceremony to recognize those who flew the C-7A Caribou during the Southeast Asia War. View photos and learn more.

Class Reunions
Welcome back the USAFA classes of 1977, 1982 and 1987 to your alma mater for reunions this weekend! View photos from last week's reunions for 1962 and 1967.

Distinguished Graduate Award
The Distinguished Graduate Award recognizes exceptional graduates who have set themselves apart by making extraordinarily significant contributions to our nation, our school, and/or their communities. If you know an exceptional member of the graduate community who deserves recognition as a Distinguished Graduate, submit a nomination package no later than Monday, Oct. 30, 2017.

Wreaths Across America
Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, our mission to Remember, Honor and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Air Force Academy Cemetery, as well as over 1,200 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea, and abroad. If you would like to donate a wreath in someone's name or to honor our military veterans, please go to the organization's website.

Colorado Unlimited Discount Cards
We have an opportunity to partner with Colorado Unlimited to offer a Colorado Area Savings Card for purchase. You can purchase a Colorado Area Savings Card for your cadet, your cadet's roommate, your cadet's sponsor family — the list goes on! Your purchase of a Colorado Area Savings Card also supports the mission of the Association of Graduates — $21 of each card purchased will support the Academy and provide service and support to graduates, friends and cadets. The discount cards are just $30 and can be purchased on our website.

Reunion Classes — Members Save on Registration!
A special thank you to all of our long-standing and newest members in this year's reunion classes! 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!

Update Your Profile
It's time for our AOG members to update their member profile online or call 719-472-0300. It is important for all grads to keep their contact information and personal details updated so we can stay connected with you! Please update your profile today so we have accurate information for the new Register of Graduates, being printed in 2018.



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. Sign up before Oct. 13 and get even better savings! Thanks to our great sponsors Lockheed Martin and USAA. Register today!

North Carolina Grads
The Air Force Academy Society of North Carolina has several events ahead, including a family picnic and watch parties for Air Force vs. Navy and Air Force vs. Army. Learn more and register on their website.



46 Employers are Looking to Hire YOU!
You are invited to the Service Academy Career Conference (SACC) on Nov. 16-17, 2017, hosted in San Antonio, Texas. Connect with service academy alumni and companies all throughout the U.S. Discover new businesses and employment opportunities as you begin your transition from the military or looks for your next civilian job. SACC puts you in an exclusive setting where employers are looking for you and your skill set. Whether you are exploring your options, retired, or getting ready to transition, SACC is the great place to start.



Black-Eyed Pea
It's fall now. Kids are in school, soccer practice, school activities, lots of running around and you don't feel like cooking tonight, but want a great eating experience with made to order food for your family? Think the Black-Eyed Pea. If you're looking for fresh salads, steaks, salmon, grilled catfish, wraps and sandwiches, think Black-Eyed Pea. We have chicken fried Monday, where your chicken fried steak meal with two side dishes is only 8.99 with rolls and cornbread. Tuesdays is "Kids eat free" with each paying adult. Don't forget that military members receive 10% off every day, and Wednesdays we salute our active military with "Military Appreciation Wednesday!" where you receive 25% off!

Wings Over the Rockies
For a limited-time at Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, guests will be immersed in the world of space exploration and discovery. For the next 6 months, "Be The Astronaut", an immersive traveling exhibit, will make its home at Colorado's Official Air & Space Museum. Guests will learn about the concepts of the universe, technology involved in space exploration and jump into the pilot's seat of spacecraft, rovers and more, all designed with assistance from NASA's Langley Research Facility. To learn more visit WingsMuseum.org/Astronaut.

Collette Travel
The AOG is happy to announce its newest travel partner, Collette Travel. To kick off the partnership, Collette is offering a beautiful trip to Sunny Portugal! We invite you to register for a cost-free informational webinar to learn more about the trip and see if Portugal is the right fit for your next vacation. Sign up online!

Looking to Move to, From, or Within Colorado? Contact Roger Hill, the Realtor You Can Trust!
-USAFA Grad, Class of 1970
-More than 26 years of experience as a Licensed Realtor
-Ethical, professional, and always looking out for your best interest
-Specializing in the Front Range: Denver, Castle Rock, Monument, Colorado Springs
Contact Roger Hill at B737KID@aol.com.

SEAKR 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.

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!





Social Media Hashtags
Join fellow Falcons fans on Twitter all season long using hashtag #GoAirForce during football games!

Share your reunion messages and photos using your class hashtag with graduation year (ex. #USAFA1977 #USAFA1982 #USAFA1987).