January 17, 2019

Electronic Election Forum Tonight
AOG Board Chair Cathy McClain '82 will be conducting an Electronic Election Forum at 6:30 p.m. (MT) on Thursday, Jan. 17, to answer questions about the 2019 election. AOG members will be able to attend live via teleconferencing technology. The Election Forum will last for up to 60 minutes and a wide range of questions will be addressed. Please submit your questions ahead of time to elections@aogusafa.org. Those attending the Election Forum live also may submit questions via the Zoom teleconferencing platform.

Attention Members Who Are Affected by the Government Shutdown
Are you a government employee on furlough? Please call or email Megan Bollman, membership manager, for details about skipping your monthly membership payment to help during the government shutdown by phone at 719-472-0300, ext. 108 or email at megan.bollman@aogusafa.org.

Young Alumni Excellence Award — Still Time to Nominate!
Do you know a young alum who has distinguished himself or herself by obtaining a high level of professional or philanthropic achievement and who possesses high standards of integrity and character that positively reflect and enhance the prestige of the Air Force Academy? If so, this award is the perfect way to recognize them. If you would like to nominate an alum who has graduated recently from the Academy (15 years or less from their graduation year), please go to our website and nominate them today! The deadline for submissions is Jan. 19, 2019.

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. 24 and Feb. 1, 2019. If you are interested in volunteering for this program, please contact Corrie Grubbs by Jan. 22, 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 be the foundation to build a network of forever Falcons. Learn more and submit your application today!

Don't Let Another Year Go By! Join Today!
Make joining your Association of Graduates a New Year's resolution you don't skip! Join today and show your support of the AOG mission. 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.

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 to get a USAFA update and cheer on our Air Force hockey team!

Legacy Class of 1969-2019 100s Night — Sign Up before Feb. 4th
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 as well as cigars! Register now!

SAVE THE DATE: MORE INFORMATION TO FOLLOW
Jan. 17, 2019: Electronic Election Forum, 6:30 p.m. (MT)
April 5, 2019: Founders Day Dinner




Service: A Life of Giving Back
From D.C. to Africa, Col. (Ret.) Eric Garvin '81 discovers the beauty behind the core value of service before self.

Connect Online
Re-connecting with old alumni friends in the new year is just a click away. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter to stay updated with the Academy and its supporters online!

Mrs. Colorado America
1Lt Rachael Preslar '15 is participating in the Mrs. Colorado America 2019 Pageant representing the Denver County community as well as the Air Force community at Buckley AFB, CO.




New Year, New Career Opportunities!
We are excited to announce the Service Academy Career Conference (SACC) is moving to Jacksonville, FL 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!

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 a Top 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-aog




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.

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
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

Looking 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.

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.