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USAFA Distinguished Graduates Honored
The United States Air Force Academy and the Association of Graduates conducted their joint Founders Day gala at Arnold Hall Friday, April 5. View photos shared from the event and watch the featured videos highlighting USAFA heritage and the accomplishments of our Distinguished Graduate Award winners.


Air Force Academy Alumni Book Club
We're excited to announce the new Air Force Academy Alumni Book Club! In this online community, alumni can connect with each other and enjoy books related to leadership, professional development, personal growth, fiction and non-fiction. There is no cost to participate — you just have to get a copy of the book to enjoy. You can sign up at pbc.guru/usafa. The sign-up window for the program will close on April 21.


2019Parents of the Class of 2019
Ensure your soon-to-be second lieutenant stays connected to this wonderful institution and has access to all the tools he or she needs to be successful during the next chapter in life. Programs offered by the AOG such as career services become even more helpful and effective as the alumni association's membership grows. Most importantly, membership shows support for the mission of the Association of Graduates, which has partnered with the Academy to mold your cadet into who he or she is today. Visit our website to see a full list of membership benefits as well as a special offer on life membership.


March Madness Membership Special — Ends This Week!
Purchase a 2-year annual membership and receive your 3rd year FREE! Join your Association of Graduates today and show your support of the AOG mission. Membership in your AOG will provide: support to our USAFA graduates, current cadets, parents and Academy friends; support for the Academy mission of building leaders of character for the Air Force and the nation; and a solid network to support Academy graduates through all stages of your career. Offer ends April 12, 2019, so JOIN TODAY!



Events

Founders Day Events Throughout the Country
We currently have a listing of the AOG chapters that are doing celebratory events throughout the nation! See if there is an event near you!

Hall of Fame Ceremony
The Athletic Department is celebrating the 2019 Air Force Athletics Hall of Fame inductees. We hope you will consider attending the ceremony on Saturday, May 4th. Open your invitation and purchase tickets today!

Legacy Class of 1970 — Ring Dining Out and Dance May 24th
The Class of 2020 cordially invites their Legacy Class of 1970 and their spouses to attend their Ring Dining-Out and Dance on May 24, 2019. At the Ring Dining out, a commemorative coin will be presented to the class president as well as placed at each member of 2020 at their dinner tables. As part of the Forged In Blue Program, their rings contain amalgam from several of the Class of 1970's rings. Deadline for registration is May 6th. Don't miss this opportunity!

Dayton Golf — June 3, 2019
Please join your AOG, fellow grads, and USAFA supporters in Dayton, Ohio at the NCR Country Club! Shot gun start is at 8:30. Register today!

SAGSService Academy Global Summit 2019
The 5th annual Service Academies Global Summit ("SAGS 2019") will be held at the Westin Annapolis in Annapolis, Maryland, on June 11-13, 2019. The purpose of SAGS is to develop, inspire and promote fellowship, leadership/professional development and service for the "super-community" of graduates worldwide from the five U.S. service academies. Register now!


Reunion Classes of '59, '64, '69, '74, '79, '84, '89, '94, '99 and '09
We are in preparations with your reunion committees for this year's reunions. Please be on the lookout for information regarding your reunion in the next couple of months with registration going live mid to late May with the exception of classes '59 and '64, as their reunion is being held during the summer this year. The registration pages for '59 and '64 will go live by the end of April. Soon, you will find the official registration for your reunion by following the link on the reunion home page. To make sure you are receiving all of your reunion information, confirm that your information is up to date with your AOG. Log in to your usafa.org account, email us at aog@aogusafa.org or call (719) 472-0300 and speak with customer service.


Connections

AOG Chapter Founders Day Photos
Chapters, if you tag us in your social media photos posted from your Founders Day events, we'll share those photos with the graduate community!


Merchandise

shop.usafa.orgThe Ultimate Gift Guide for Upcoming Graduates
Take a look at a variety of options for the upcoming graduates in your life from MLaHart. Free shipping is included in all orders. Take a look!


Tax Break Flash Sale
Check your email on Monday, April 15, 2019, for a special tax break flash sale.


shop.usafa.orgNational Siblings Day
Today is National Siblings Day. Get your "My brother/sister is an Air Force Academy cadet" shirts and more at shop.usafa.org!


Falcon Fan Golf Bag
At the AOG Gift Shop, we strive to continually create products that you want and need. After several requests to produce a Falcon fan golf bag, we have done the research and designed a product with you in mind. Learn more and put in your request.


BremontThe 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


Career Services

USCUSC Viterbi School of Engineering — #1 Ranked Online Graduate Computer Science Program for Veterans
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 #1 Online Graduate Computer Science Program for Veterans and #2 Online Graduate Engineering Program for Veterans (across 40+ programs offered) by the U.S. News & World Report (2019 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-aog


Community

True Blue BusinessSupport Those Who Support Us!
You just proved that advertising with us 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!

Colorado Friends and Family FishingColorado Friends and Family Fishing
Do you love fishing, boating and beautiful mountain scenery? Then check out locally owned, Colorado Friends and Family Fishing. Book today for a 5-hour guided trip with Bob for up to 4 people trolling by boat on either Rampart or 11 Mile Reservoirs and ALL fishing gear and bait are included! They will happily clean the fish for you and can even suggest a local restaurant in town to cook them for you! Contact Bob at 719-659-4053, or bob@cofffishing.com or see their website at www.cofffishing.com. Yes, they do gift certificates as well! A+BBB member, Tri Lakes Chamber, and Colorado Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau.

SCPSCP Hotel
SCP Hotel Colorado Springs greets guests with a fresh and modern setting, and features 174 newly renovated, 100% smoke-free, pet-friendly rooms with keyless entry. Our design philosophy is a refreshing nod to simplicity, with convenient appointments throughout, from personal fridges and fully stocked pantries to hi-speed Wi-Fi, a 50" Samsung Smart TV, and your choice of king or double-queen beds. Click here and save on your next stay with us!

WendysWendy's
When you put something in the freezer, it's for later. That's why Wendy's makes your hamburger with fresh beef — never frozen. Wendy's believes that a great hamburger starts with cooking fresh beef, not thawing like some other guys. Stop in for a Dave's Single today at 13481 Bass Pro Dr. near the North Gate or 8080 Academy Blvd N. near the South Gate!

Amandas CantinaAmanda's Cantina
Amanda's Cantina is now serving brunch! The buffet is only $16.95 and features an omelet bar, breakfast burritos, chicken/beef tacos, chorizo hash browns & more. Come watch the games on the heated, enclosed patio as you sip on $10 bottomless mimosas & Bloody Marys. The brunch buffet is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday. See you soon at 8050 N. Academy Blvd.!

Wings Over the RockiesWings Over the Rockies
Wings Over the Rockies (Wings) is pleased to announce that it has officially secured a TV series on Rocky Mountain PBS. Wings is one of the only museums in the world to self-produce its own series, which is called Behind the Wings, and features long-time museum curator Matthew Burchette as he goes behind the scenes with famous aircraft and aerospace icons. Make sure to tune in to Rocky Mountain PBS on Friday, April 26th for the season 1 premier!

Piedmont AirlinesWe Salute Your Service
Piedmont Airlines values your military service and pilot training. Enjoy the benefits you've earned by letting them help you make the transition to a rewarding civilian career. They'll help you complete the training that puts you in an airline flight deck and custom design your program — with no obligation — to put you on the fastest career path to American Airlines. Click here for more information or check in with a recruiter: Laura.A.Bailey@aa.com

Roger HillLooking 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 — Your Castle Real Estate
-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 303-956-5955 or Roger.Hill1970@gmail.com.


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