May 24, 2018

Congratulations Class of 2018!
The Association of Graduates welcomes the newest members of the Long Blue Line. Yesterday the 50,000th graduate in the history of the institution received his diploma. Learn more and view photos from graduation.

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 and save on your reunion registration! Join your Association of Graduates and show your support for the Academy's mission for just $60 a year! 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!

Classes of 2010, 2011 and 2012 — 50% Off Membership Special!
Now is your chance to save big and also stay connected through networking events taking place all over the nation, have the graduate directory at your fingertips, shop Air Force merchandise at 15% off, and MORE! This half-price offer would not be possible without the generous donation of a graduate lifetime member who wants to encourage young alumni to participate in membership to their Association of Graduates. Lifetime membership to your Association of Graduates is $850, but can now be yours for only $425! Special payment plans also are available. ENROLL TODAY!

Welcome Class of 2022 — LAST CHANCE FREE GIFT OFFER!
Sign your family up today! An AOG Family Plan Membership provides access to WebGuy and other exclusive membership benefits. As part of your monthly dues, you also are permanently connecting your cadet to their alumni association with a lifetime membership. Join now and you will receive an exclusive "I Survived Inprocessing - Class of 2022 Parent" gift set which includes must haves as you count down to the big day!

Bed & Breakfast Program — Class of 2022
The AOG, with assistance from the Rampart AOG Chapter, is looking for hosts for this year's Bed and Breakfast Program. Each host will provide lodging and transportation for those appointees arriving in Colorado Springs alone. If you are interested in learning more or to sign up, please visit our website.

2019 Trips — Plan Your Next Vacation!
Travel lovers, we are excited to announce that 2019 trips are being added to our website. Check back frequently in the upcoming month for more amazing opportunities to see the world with your fellow Air Force Academy alumni and friends!




Dayton Golf Classic
Please join the Association of Graduates and the Southwest Ohio Chapter of the AOG for a day of incredible golf and camaraderie at the exclusive NCR Country Club on Monday, June 4, 2018. Register now!

Service Academy Global Summit 2018
The fourth annual Service Academies Global Summit ("SAGS 2018") will be held at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel in Arlington, Virginia, June 13-15, 2018. The theme for SAGS 2018 is "Gripping Hands — Unifying Our Communities to Make a Difference Together." The purpose of SAGS is to inspire and promote fellowship, leadership/professional development and service for the "super-community" of graduates worldwide from the five U.S. service academies. The AOG will also be hosting a reception on Thursday, June 14th and all are invited. Register now!

Commander's Trophy Golf Tournament
The National Capital Region Commander's Trophy Golf Tournament is an annual competition — now in its 11th year — among graduates of the Army, Navy, and Air Force service academies. This year the tournament will be held on Monday, July 16, 2018, at Westfields Golf Club in Clifton, VA with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. The cost of the four-ball tournament is $110.00 per person and includes golf, cart and lunch. Contact Jim East '67 to learn more if interested in playing.

Join the Ruck
Celebrate the Golden Anniversary of Air Force Rugby back at the Academy this fall. Learn more and register now to join in on the fun!




University of Southern California - Viterbi School of Engineering
Interested in pursuing a graduate degree in engineering or computer science online? The USC Viterbi School of Engineering's DEN@Viterbi online delivery method provides the opportunity for active duty military personnel and veterans to complete a master's degree or graduate certificate completely online from any location in the world. USC Viterbi is ranked #1 for both our Online Graduate Engineering Program for Veterans (across 40+ programs offered) and Online Graduate Computer Science Program for Veterans (U.S. News & World Report, 2017). An unlimited number of Yellow Ribbon awards are available to eligible candidates, which can provide funding for the majority of your graduate program. Learn more today: https://viterbionline.usc.edu/usaf/




Share Your Graduation Photos!
Use hashtag #USAFA2018 to share your graduation photos and congratulatory messages on social media!




Support Those Who Support Us!
You just proved that this works! If you have a business that can help our Air Force Academy community, consider advertising it here! Perhaps it's a restaurant, hotel, auto service or carpet cleaning service. Whether your business reaches the world or just our locals, I would like to speak with you about becoming a proud True Blue Business partner! Please contact Jeff MacLean at jeff.maclean@aogusafa.org or 719-247-8767 today to discuss how we can partner together!

Axium Inspections — #1 Leading Cause of Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers
Radon is a radioactive, odorless, colorless, tasteless gas which cannot be detected without a radon test, specifically. Radon is attributed to causing more than 20,000 deaths per year, according to the EPA, but Axium Radon Mitigations can help! Call us today to schedule your radon test and make sure you keep your family happy and healthy. 719-785-7671 or AxiumForMilitary.com.

The Bremont USAFA Graduate Watch
The Bremont USAFA Graduate Watch is exclusively for USAFA graduates. Each design features the Academy Crest, Prop and Wings, "The Long Blue Line." To learn more about this watch, go to: https://www.bremont.com/military-orders/usafa-graduate

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