November 5, 2020

Join Us for Army Week
On Saturday, Nov. 7, Air Force plays Army. A victory would bring the Commander-in-Chief's Trophy back to USAFA, where it belongs. For all Falcons fans, we've put together a webpage and spirit guide to make the most of Army week (Nov. 1-7). The guide is packed full of engagement opportunities for fans of all ages!

Join Us As We Welcome Our New Superintendent
On Tuesday, Nov. 10, the Association of Graduates and the Air Force Academy Foundation will host Lt. Gen. Clark '86 in his first virtual call to the graduate community. Register today!




Meet the Board Candidates for the 2021 Election
The Association of Graduates has 30 board nominations for the upcoming 2021 election that begins Feb. 8, 2021. There will be five open seats and two appointed seats on the Board of Directors starting in May 2021. To see our list of candidates, please go to usafa.org/election/candidate

ZoomieLink — Get engaged today!
ZoomieLink is the USAFA graduate platform to quickly engage with one another. See who's online, explore the community of affinity and chapter groups, and discover much more! Check it out!

ZoomieBrief
Your life-long learning hub! From ZoomieCall with fellow graduates to blue-label webinars, thanks to our partnership with an education consortium, the learning never stops. As ZoomieBrief expands, look for more featured series in the future. See what it is all about!

Graduate Alumni Badge
If you had the Graduate Alumni Badge in the past and still need assistance in accessing the United States Air Force Academy, there is a way. Alumni Badges went away with many things in 2020. The replacement badge is called a DBIDs Badge. This DBIDs Badge is only necessary while USAFA sits at HPCON B during the Global Pandemic. When USAFA goes back to HPCON A, visitor cordons plan to resume as normal. Please fill out this form to request an Access Badge.

Now Accepting Nominations for the 2020 Young Alumni Excellence Award
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 based on the recipient's outstanding professional achievement and contributions to their community, whether in military or civilian life. Visit usafa.org/YoungAlumniAwards to submit a nomination.

A Special Offer for Our Graduates — Buy 2, Get 1 FREE
A special offer is waiting for you, graduates! Purchase a biennial membership and your membership to your alumni association will be good for 3 full years — for only the price of a two-year membership! Join your Association of Graduates and show your support for the Academy's mission. Membership to your alumni association will provide: support for our USAFA graduates, parents and Academy friends; services and assistance to current cadets; connection to the Long Blue Line; a solid network to support you through all stages of your career; a subscription to our award-winning, quarterly magazine — Checkpoints; 15% off merchandise at shop.usafa.org; and MORE! (*Offer valid from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31, 2020.)




Fan Cutouts Honor Fallen Grads
Earlier this week, we shared a story on social media about the Air Force Academy's football fan cutouts that honor fallen grads and help fill stadium left empty by the global pandemic. Click here to learn more.

USAA Fan Photo Mosaic
Falcon fans & alumnus! Join @USAA in showing your Air Force pride ahead of the Army game on Saturday — add your fan photo to the interactive display at usaamosaic.com #LetsFly

Veteran Return Trips to Thailand
If you served in Thailand and are interested in learning more about a return trip to Thailand for veterans through "The Greatest Generations Foundation", please contact JC John Miller '69.




Service Spotlight: Classmates Raise Funds for Cross World Africa
A team of USAFA Class of 1981 classmates — dubbed the Band of Brothers — successfully (virtually) completed the 2020 Marine Corp Marathon on Oct. 25, 2020, at the Washington & Old Dominion Trail in Ashburn, Virginia. The team helped raise over $60,000 for Cross World Africa. View photos, watch videos and learn more about their efforts.




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USC Viterbi School of Engineering — #1 Ranked Online Graduate Computer Science Program for Veterans (2020)
The University of Southern California, Viterbi School of Engineering's online DEN@Viterbi delivery method enables active duty military personnel and veterans to complete a master's degree completely online from any location in the world. USC Viterbi is ranked the #1 Online Graduate Computer Science Program for Veterans and a Top Ranked Online Graduate Engineering Program for Veterans (across 40+ programs offered) by the U.S. News & World Report (2020). An unlimited number of Yellow Ribbon awards as well as scholarships and funding are available for eligible active duty military and veteran candidates. Learn more today!




USAFA 500-Piece Puzzle
We are proud to offer our new USAFA Puzzle! This 500-piece puzzle displays the beautiful Cadet Chapel pictured behind an F-16. Get this one-of-a-kind commemorative item and bring the family together for game night! Get yours now — while supplies last.

See Ya Gaiter Hoodie
Check out our See Ya Gaiter Face Mask Hoodie! This unique hoodie has a built-in neck gaiter that will be sure to keep you warm during the cooler months. Show your Academy pride and get your hoodie today!




Reading This Ad? So Are Your Customers!
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National Museum of WWII Aviation Membership
Join the National Museum of World War II Aviation and become part of our community! Or purchase a gift membership for the military history buff or aviation enthusiast on your holiday list! Your financial support through the purchase of a membership will help us grow and share the story of the important role American aviation played in WWII and its role in shaping the world in which we live. By joining today, you can support the museum as it rebounds from the financial challenges of the COVID-19 crisis. Membership includes unlimited admission to the museum, subscription to our monthly newsletter, special event updates, and a 10% discount to the museum gift shop. Click here to join.

JM Bullion
JM Bullion is an online retailer of precious metals products. We deal exclusively in physical bullion, selling gold and silver that is delivered directly to your door. Since 2011, we have done over $4 billion in sales and shipped over 2 million orders. JM Bullion is proud of the men and women serving the United States of America in the Armed Forces. For those who served in the past and those who serve today, we're happy to offer a military discount which matches our "As Low As" pricing. You can learn more here or call us at 1-800-276-6508.

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.

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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