August 2, 2019

Approximately 200 Academy graduates accompanied members of the Class of '23 and their cadre on the march back from Jacks Valley on Wednesday. Grads ranged from the early 60s classes to several members of the Class of '19. Spirits were high during the 5.5 mile march, which took a little over two hours. A special treat awaited the basic cadets and the grad marchers when they reached the Class Wall on the Terrazzo: members of the Academy's first graduating class, the Class of '59, were there to greet them. Watch video and see photos from the march back!

Heritage Day
The Association of Graduates hosted its annual BCT Heritage Day at Doolittle Hall on Thursday. The basic cadets learned about the heritage of USAFA and the Long Blue Line of graduates who have paved the way for the Class of 2023. Members of the Class of 1959 were on hand to talk about the Challenge Bridge and the significance of joining the Long Blue Line. Other volunteer graduates were also on hand to answer questions and encourage the basics. Watch video from the day's activities.

Distinguished Graduate Award Nomination Period Open
We are accepting nominations for the 2019 Distinguished Graduate Award. All nomination packages are due to the AOG no later than October 1, 2019. For information on the award and the nominating process, please visit the AOG website.

Heritage Minute Returns
Heritage Minute with Steve Simon '77 is back and the first three episodes are online! We kicked off Season Two of Heritage Minute by exploring Doolittle Hall, the headquarters of the Association of Graduates and home to the USAFA Endowment and Falcon Foundation, and the adjacent Heritage Trail. Watch now!

Reunion Classes — Members Save on Registration!
Membership in 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!




Save the Date: 2019 Tailgates
Get ready for a packed tailgate schedule this upcoming football season. Register for CU and Navy now! Check back soon for more information and registration links, but save these dates and make your plans now to join us at these games:

Sept. 14 — AF at Colorado (register now!)
Sept. 20 — AF at Boise State
Oct. 5 — AF at Navy (register now!)
Oct. 19 — AF at Hawaii
Nov. 9 — AF at New Mexico
Nov. 16 — AF at CSU

AF Academy Society of Washington DC's Quarterly Event
Please join your fellow alumni on Sept. 17, 2019, from 6-8 p.m. at their September Quarterly event. The guest speaker will be Lt. Gen. Jay Silveria '85, Superintendent of the US Air Force Academy. Please RSVP no later than Sept. 13th. Sign up today! For questions, please contact Chris Hauth.

Reunion Classes of '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. 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 the AOG. Log in to your usafa.org account, email us at aog@aogusafa.org or call (719) 472-0300 and speak with customer service.

KC-135 Plaque Dedication
The official dedication for the plaque commemorating the contributions of USAFA graduates who flew KC-135A/Q aircraft in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019, at 1100 at the Plaza of Heroes near Doolittle Hall. An informal gathering will be held immediately following the ceremony at Doolittle Hall. Dress is business casual/open collar. If you're interested, you're invited! Please RSVP to Dave Kline (dave.r.kline@gmail.com) or John Banbury (ag7n1969@gmail.com).




Falcon Frenzy Item of the Month
The FALCON FRENZY ITEM OF AUGUST is our Duffel Bag! Great for weekend getaways, or a daily bag, this Duffel can meet all of your travel needs. This month ONLY you will be able to purchase our Duffel Bag at its lowest cost — remember to also use your AOG Member ID for an additional 15% off your order. Click here to check it out! While supplies last, limited time offer!

Clearance Item of the Month
August's CLEARENCE ITEM OF THE MONTH is our discontinued Bluetooth Mini Speaker! Great for small spaces and to show your Academy pride. Click here to buy now and enjoy your favorite tunes! While supplies last.

New Item of the Month
Every month in our 7258' newsletter the AOG Gift Shop will highlight one of our NEW items we have received. This month's highlight is our Insulated Wine Tumbler! Great for social hour and to keep your drinks cool on those warm days! This item can be purchased here and don't forget to use your AOG Member ID at checkout for 15% off this item! Whiles supplies last.




Cadet Coverage
This week we shared photos from Big Bad Basic, the march back from Jacks Valley and Heritage Day at Doolittle Hall. Follow us on social media to stay updated on Air Force Academy and AOG activities. For more in-depth coverage of cadet life all year long, make sure to follow the WebGuy blog.




Support Those Who Support Us!
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Wendy'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!

Amanda'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.!

RMCA
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy, a Pre K-8 charter school in District 49 in Colorado Springs, CO, exists to support parents in developing citizens and young people of character who are equipped with a strong knowledge base and academic skills. The basis of this development is rooted in an academically rigorous, content-rich, classical educational program with Core Knowledge emphasis. We create culturally literate citizens who will impact their world for life, liberty and justice. We are currently enrolling and would love to share our vision with you. Please visit us at www.rmcacs.org, give us a call at 719-622-8000 or stop by at 4620 Antelope Ridge Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80922.

We Salute Your Service
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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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