February 1, 2019

How to Vote and Win!
The AOG member election starts next week! Check out this new video that explains how to cast your ballot.

Vote and win! AOG members who cast their ballots by Feb. 18 will be entered into a drawing for a FREE iPad. Additionally, the class from each decade with the highest percentage of voters during the upcoming election will receive a $500 donation to its Class Fund.



Listen Online: KAFA-FM
Did you know cadet-run KAFA-FM is streamed online at usafa.org and brought to you by the Association of Graduates? We've recently updated our radio page with photo galleries and a Checkpoints article about the radio station's history. Check it out and turn up the voice of the Academy!

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. 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.

Valentine's Day — 50% Off for Classes 1993 through 2015!!
Roses are red, violets are blue — Celebrate Valentine's Day with our sweet deal for you! Join now at only 1/2 the price! You'll certainly believe that sounds nice? Join us today for an entire lifetime, And we promise it will be worth every dime. Connecting with your AOG this Valentine's Day — whose mission is to support graduates, cadets and the Academy way — will give you more joy than flowers and candy can bring. When you receive discounts, Checkpoints and more, you'll certainly sing! Happy Valentine's Day from your Association of Graduates! (Offer valid through Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019)

We Need Young Alumni in Your Area!
Do you know all the great spots in your city or can share priceless advice about a career field? We are looking for young alumni ambassadors who graduated in the classes of 2003 through 2017 who can share their experience and knowledge. As an ambassador, you will play a crucial role in helping other grads as they navigate new cities or careers and forming the foundation for building a network of forever Falcons. Learn more and submit your application today!

2019-20 Graduate Dependent Scholarship — Apply Today
Applications are now being accepted for the 2019-20 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 3, 2019. For more information, visit our website.






Falcon Fans — Join Us on the Ice!
Join us at Fenway Park in Boston Saturday, Feb. 2, to get a USAFA update and cheer on our Air Force hockey team!

Legacy Class of 1969-2019 100s Night — Only a Few Days Left to Sign Up
Please join the Class of 2019 for 100s Night on Feb. 19, 2019. It is the last legacy event before commissioning and graduation. Deadline to RSVP is Feb. 4, 2019. Simply register by clicking this link!

AF Academy of Washington, D.C. Quarterly Event
Please join fellow AF Academy graduates at CWPS in Chantilly, Virginia, on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, from 3:30-5 p.m. for an afternoon of camaraderie and learning centered around the Tuskegee Airmens' lasting influence on America. At this quarterly event, we are honored to have not only several Tuskegee Airmen in attendance, but also Dr. Alan Gropman, author of "The Air Force Integrates, 1945-1964." Sign up today!

10th Annual Scotch Tasting — Registration is Live!
It's back for a 10th year! The annual Scotch Tasting will be held on Friday, March 15, 2019, at the Great Wolf Lodge in Colorado Springs. We are taking over the whole downstairs for more room, seating and excitement! Please join us for an incredible evening of scotch and bourbon. There will be a variety of mouth-watering hors d'oeuvres from our local catering partners, plus we'll have cigars! Register now!

Founders Day Dinner Registration Now Open
Please join us for our annual Founders Day dinner and Distinguished Graduate award ceremony taking place on Friday, April 5, 2019. We will be recognizing Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Edward R. Jayne II '66 , Col. (Ret.) Dr. H. Michael Lambert '70, Gen. (Ret.) Mark A. Welsh III '76, and Brig. Gen. (Ret.) John C. Inglis '76. Sign up today!




Salute to Service Award Winner
If you follow us on social media, this week we shared news that Ben Garland '10 won the NFL's Salute to Service Award. He will be recognized on Saturday night during the NFL Honors prime-time TV show (9 p.m. ET/PT on CBS).

USAFA Love Story
Valentine's Day is quickly approaching and love is in the air! If you are married to a fellow USAFA grad or have a USAFA love story to share, send an email to socialmedia@aogusafa.org or post using hashtag #USAFALoveStory by Feb. 10, 2019. We'll share some of the gushiest love stories along with then-and-now photos. All submissions will receive an entry to win a couple's prize pack from our gift shop.




See You in Jacksonville!
We are excited to announce that the Service Academy Career Conference (SACC) is moving to Jacksonville, Florida this spring! We look forward to an even more diverse mix of southeastern, national and international companies and firms, as well as our normal roster of prestigious companies and universities.

If you are considering a career transition, a new job field, or just exploring your options, you should attend from March 28-29, 2019. Learn more and register 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!

Practical Aeronautics
"Introduction to Aircraft Systems: A Practical Perspective" is a 2.5 day course, Feb. 26-28, 2019, introducing participants to all the major aircraft systems (fuel, hydraulics, pneumatics, environmental, ice protection, electrical, takeoff and landing, flight control, and avionics) — their purpose, how they operate, integration considerations, challenges, certification requirements, and industry trends (including both civil and military designs). Team taught by experienced aircrew, this course is suitable for anyone wanting to learn more about airborne systems and their integration. This course will be conducted at the Lowry Conference Center in Denver. Review the Practical Aeronautics website to register today: https://practicalaero.com/2019-short-course-introduction-to-aircraft-systems-colorado/ or call 719-659-7319 for more information.

Commemorative Bench Program
The National Museum of World War II Aviation invites you to take advantage of a limited opportunity to purchase a unique commemorative bench to honor a loved one, support the museum or showcase your business or organization. Your bench will be placed in the museum's latest addition — the Kaija Raven Shook Aeronautical Pavilion. This new 80,000-square-foot facility is currently under construction, with Phase I scheduled to open in Summer 2019. Click here for more details.

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

We Salute Your Service
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AFA Creations
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