December 19, 2019

Phoenix Bound!
Join us as we cheer on the Fighting Falcons against Washington State at the Cheez-It Bowl in Phoenix, AZ on Dec. 27th.

• Register for the Air Force Pregame (Friday)
• Register for the Air Force Tee-Off (Thursday)

Jabara Airmanship Award Dinner
The Association of Graduates requests the pleasure of your company at the Col. James Jabara Airmanship Award Dinner to honor Col. Nick Hague '98 and Maj. Caitlin Reilly '07. Each year the United States Air Force Academy and the Association of Graduates present the award to Academy graduates whose airmanship contributions are of great significance and set them apart from their contemporaries.




Single CEO Position
Are you interested in applying for the position of single CEO of the USAFA Association of Graduates and USAFA Endowment? Learn more and apply by Jan. 15, 2020.

12 Days of Giveaways!
Free gift alert! Follow us on Instagram where we're spreading a little holiday cheer with our 12 Days of Falcon Gear Giveaway. Simply like our giveaway posts on Instagram and you'll be entered into each day's giveaway!

Contrails Copies Sought
Your AOG staff would like to obtain and preserve two full sets of Contrails — one at Doolittle Hall and another in a secure location in Colorado Springs. We are close and ask your help in completing our collection. If you possess and are willing to part with a copy of a Contrails from any of the following graduating class years, we would greatly appreciate receiving it: 1968, 1972, 1973, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1982, 1988, 1990, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022 and 2023. Please contact Steve Simon if you can help out.

2020-21 Graduate Dependent Scholarships
Applications are now being accepted for the 2020-21 school year. College and high school applicants will be scored separately, so please make sure that you fill out the correct form. All files must be submitted electronically to gds@aogusafa.org by March 2, 2020. For more information, visit our website.

Young Alumni Excellence Award Nominations
Each spring, the Association of Graduates has the pleasure of honoring graduates who attended the United States Air Force Academy within the last 15 years with our Young Alumni Excellence Award. The award is presented on the basis of the recipient's outstanding professional achievements and contributions to their community, whether in military or civilian life. Nomination deadline: Jan. 10, 2020.

The AOG also is seeking volunteers to evaluate candidates for the Young Alumni Excellence Award. Volunteers are needed to review and rate the applications between Jan. 15 and Jan. 30, 2020. If you are interested in volunteering for this program, please contact Corrie Grubbs by Jan. 10, 2020.

YOU Are On Our Wish List! Less Than 2 Weeks Left on This Deal!
We understand this time of year is full of hustle and bustle! With your purchase of a biennial membership*, we will send you a Starbucks gift card to help you relax and catch your breath during this holiday season. Join your Association of Graduates today and show your support of the AOG mission. 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); a subscription to Checkpoints quarterly alumni magazine; 15% off merchandise at shop.usafa.org; and more. (*Starbucks gift card offer valid for new members. Offer expires 12/31/19.)




Falcon Frenzy Item of the Month
Our Tote Bags are this month's hot item! With three different options, our Strapping Tote, Rucksack and Utility Tote offer a variety of uses. Show your Academy pride with our durable and stylish totes! This item will be at its lowest price for the entire month of December — while supplies last. Click here to see all three options!

New Item of the Month
This month's new item of the month is our squadron stickers! Currently we have all 40 squadrons, based on the most recent insignia. These stickers are easy to apply and allow you to show your squadron pride on any surface! Don't forget, we also carry squadron patches, pins and ornaments. Click here to check out the stickers.

Clearance Item of the Month
Our discontinued item for December is a Thermos Insulated Cup Holder. Keeping your hot beverage warm three times longer than a paper cup, this cup holder is a must have! Simply take your paper cup, insert into the holder and enjoy. Hurry while supplies last — once this item is sold out it will not be restocked. Click here to check it out!




'Fast Neat Average' Tales
Form O-96 has a long and storied history at the United States Air Force Academy. We invite graduates to submit personal stories about the use of "Fast Neat Average" and we will publish the best stories in the March 2020 issue of Checkpoints.

ZoomieLink Alumni Network
Start making connections on ZoomieLink, our NEW online community exclusive to USAFA grads and alumni! Recently launched, this enhanced network features discussion topics, interest groups and a grad map to find Zoomies near you!

Bass Military Scholarship Program
In recognition of the patriotism, scholarship and leadership qualities and capabilities of veterans, Vanderbilt University launched the Bass Military Scholars Program in 2018 to provide financial aid to an annual cohort of highly talented veterans pursuing graduate and professional degrees across five Vanderbilt schools. Application window is Aug. 1, 2019 to Feb. 10, 2020. Learn more.




USC 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 University of Southern California, 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 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 now!




Support 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!

USAA Survey
In the coming weeks, you may receive an invitation to participate in a survey administered by Bellomy Research. USAA would appreciate if you could take 10 minutes out of your day to complete the survey when you get the invitation. Your opinions are very important to USAA and they want your voice to be heard. Please be assured that all responses will be kept anonymous and results will only be used on an aggregate level.

COS Airport
Spend the holiday season with your loved ones and not in line at the airport! The Colorado Springs Airport is a local, hometown airport that offers short lines, on-site car rental, easy pick up and drop off, and a convenient location close to the city. Just 24 miles from the United States Air Force Academy, COS has up to 35 daily departing flights serving 13 nonstop destinations, including seven major hubs connecting travelers to more than 300 destinations on four airlines: American, Delta, Frontier and United. Visit FlyCOS.com for more information.

Pikes Peak Strategic Group
Have you been searching for a discount dental plan that fits in your budget? If so, look no further than Pikes Peak Strategic Group! For the rest of December only, the Deluxe-Plus plan — normally $39.95 a month for your entire "household" along with a one-time $30 registration fee — is now available for $19.95 a month with NO administrative fee, for the life of the program, period!! Don't wait too long as this special pricing will expire the first week of January. Click here for more information!

Wings Over The Rockies
Thank you Capt. Sullenberger! Wings Over the Rockies would like to extend its sincerest thanks to Capt. "Sully" Sullenberger '73 for being their 2019 Spreading Wings Award recipient. The gala ended with photos of Sully with his classmates ('73) alongside members of Wings' adopted USAFA cadet squadron, CS-26. Click here for access to all event photos.

Military OneSource: Support for Airmen and Their Families
Military OneSource is free 24/7 support for all things MilLife. This Department of Defense program can connect you and your dependents to info, answers and support like tax services, financial counseling, spouse job opportunities, relocation resources, confidential support and more. See all the ways we can help at MilitaryOneSource.mil. Our mission is you.

We 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

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
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