September 27, 2018

Election Information
Check out this new video featuring Cathy McClain, Association of Graduates board chair, explaining the upcoming AOG election. AOG members will soon be voting on an important bylaw change and reaching the required quorum will be essential.

Distinguished Graduate Award Nominations Sought
It's time once again to submit nominations for the 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. This unique honor is bestowed by the U.S. Air Force Academy and the Association of Graduates, and recognizes graduates whose accomplishments are inspirational and elevate the reputation and standing of the U.S. Air Force Academy. Deadline correction: Learn more and submit your nomination package by September 30, 2018.

Service Before Self
USAFA grads all over the world are making a difference in their communities. Explore some of those stories featured on a new section of our website and learn more about how you can help.

Welcome Reunion Classes!
It's reunion weekend! We are excited to welcome the classes of 1978, 1983 and 1988. While visiting, be sure to tag AOG in your social media photos, use your class hashtag (#USAFA1978, #USAFA1983 and #USAFA1988) and download our AOG app to stay connected with all the happenings.

Reunion Classes — Thank You Class of 1978! 20 New Memberships This Reunion Season!
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 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!

Guess the Score and Win!
Air Force football hosts Navy on Oct. 6, 2018, at Falcon Stadium. Be the first to correctly guess the final outcome (or be the closest) and you will win a free USAFA t-shirt! Enter now!




Celebration of Service
We are connected to an institution that builds leaders of character committed to a lifetime of service. Join us for Celebration of Service Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 4-6, 2018, for an opportunity to assess how we are measuring up to that commitment.

Air Force Falcon Nest at Army
Join the AOG, the USAFA Endowment and Air Force Athletics as Air Force fans gather at the Air Force-Army football game on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018! Registration is now open!

Jabara Dinner — Registration Open
On Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, we will be honoring the 2018 James Jabara Award for Airmanship recipient Maj. Marc P. Catalano '06 at Doolittle Hall. Register today! Learn more about the James Jabara Award for Airmanship.




Heritage Minute
One key mission of the Association of Graduates is to highlight some of those things that make the Academy the special place that it is. As a result, the AOG launched a series of "Heritage Minute" videos that will be available weekly Tuesday mornings on our website, Facebook, YouTube and Instagram TV. Subscribe to our channel and follow us on social media so you don't miss out! Each episode of the "Heritage Minute" will feature a historic site or display found somewhere on the Academy campus. Watch our first three episodes online.

Reunion Photos
When you're posting a photo or message on social media that you'd like us and others to find + share online, tag @AirForceGrads or use the #USAFA hashtag. If you're sharing something for your class like reunion photos, use your class hashtag. That's USAFA + class year (ex. #USAFA1988). We'd love to share your Academy-related photos and spotlight some of the best here.

Amazon Alexa
If you own an Amazon Alexa, check out a new app that provides information on activities happening at the Air Force Academy.




Over 80% of Jobs are Secured Through Networking!
USAFA alumni, you are invited to the Service Academy Career Conference (SACC) on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 1-2, 2018, hosted in San Antonio, Texas. SACC is a job fair exclusively for service academy alumni and it is a great way to learn about the current job market, uncover advanced degree options and discover employment opportunities throughout the U.S. SACC allows candidates to connect face-to-face with companies and universities. Whether you are exploring your options, retiring or getting ready to transition, it's a great place to start. Sign up today!




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!

USC - 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 online DEN@Viterbi 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 currently ranked the #2 Online Graduate Engineering Program for Veterans (across 40+ programs offered) by the U.S. News & World Report (2018 edition). 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/

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

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AFA Creations
Rick Broome is one of the most notable aviation and space artists in the world today. His work captures the spirit and wonder of flight from commercial to military aircraft, and from the dawn of aviation to the most advanced aircraft today.