February 12, 2021

Voting is Underway!
Login credentials were sent to AOG members either via email or mail starting Monday, Feb. 8. If you are an AOG member and have not yet received your voting instructions, contact the AOG. For all election information to include candidate bios, bylaw change rationale and FAQs, please go to www.usafa.org/election. Make sure to vote early!

Heritage Minute
Before there was an Air Force Academy, the 18,500 acres that hosts USAFA had a few settlements. In this week's episode of Heritage Minute with Steve Simon '77, we explore the history behind the area's most notable community — Husted, CO.

2021-22 Graduate Dependent Scholarships
Applications are now being accepted for the 2021-22 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 5, 2021, to be considered. For more information, visit our website.




Senior Leader Call with the Dean Next Week
Please join us next week when we have the opportunity to hear from the Dean — Brig. Gen. Linell Letendre '96. Register now!

2021 Officer Women Leaders Symposium
Registration is now open for a three-part 2021 Officer Women Leadership Symposium (Mini-OWLS) series! We have designed this series for you based on your feedback — our overarching theme is "Reimagining Meaningful Leadership." We will bring together military women leaders for three half-day, virtual sessions that feature experts, innovators and thought leaders with opportunities for facilitated roundtables.




AOG Service Spotlight
Toward the end of his Doolie year, Mike Thirtle '90 and his roommates hosted a visiting athlete in their dorm during a weeklong Special Olympics competition at USAFA. Now he's the President & CEO of a nonprofit that cares for and supports those with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the country.

Know someone in the USAFA family doing great things for their community? Let us know and we may feature them in the AOG Service Spotlight in the new year.




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! It will be the best five minutes you spend today.

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.




USAFA Alumni: Are You Looking for a New Career for the New Year?
Join us virtually for the Service Academy Career Conference (SACC) Feb. 22-26, 2021. It is a job fair exclusively for service academy alumni. Companies from all throughout the U.S. will be in attendance. Employers are looking for you and your skill set. To learn more about SACC and the upcoming virtual conference, visit sacc-jobfair.com.

Service Academy Career Conference Partners with Brazen — Still Time to Sign Up!
SACC will continue to be virtual for 2021! We have partnered with Brazen, a leading virtual hiring event and online career fair platform, to bring you the best experience. Whether you are considering a career change or your organization is in need of top-tier talent, SACC is dedicated to bringing you the best connections possible. Join us on Friday, Feb. 26, from noon to 5:00 p.m. ET for the first fair of the year. In addition to the career fair, more than 20 company-sponsored webinars and panel discussions will be held Feb. 22-24. Click here to learn more and sign up today!

Northrop Grumman — Transform the Future of Possible
Challenge yourself and begin shaping the future of defense when you start a career with Northrop Grumman. From Day One, you will be working with our team of experts to solve our most critical problems in the most inventive ways. With our flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits, we have been recognized as a top organization to work for post military service. Explore opportunities and connect with us today.

Explore USC's Top Ranked Online Graduate Engineering Programs for Veterans
The University of Southern California, Viterbi School of Engineering is both a Top Ranked Online Graduate Engineering Program for Veterans — across 40+ programs offered — and a Top Ranked Online Graduate Computer Science Program for Veterans by the U.S. News & World Report (2021). DEN@Viterbi, USC Viterbi's online delivery method, enables veterans and active duty military personnel to complete a master's degree or graduate certificate completely online from any location in the world. USC Viterbi supports veterans and active duty service members through a variety of scholarships and military benefit programs, including an application fee waiver and an unlimited number of Yellow Ribbon awards to eligible candidates. Learn more today!




Reading This Ad? So Are Your Customers!
Call Jeff MacLean today at 719-247-8767 or email him at jeff.maclean@aogusafa.org to find out how you can reach Academy graduates, friends and family through our True Blue Business Program, starting at just $100 a month!

Colorado Springs Airport
Colorado Springs Airport is Colorado's small airport. This might seem like an unusual thing to say, but not when you consider that a small airport has small lines, small waits, and small walks to departure gates. Being small means we're friendly and focused on being big on your convenience, comfort and safety. If you want to fly again but feel unsure, start your next trip with COS and discover that in Colorado Springs small also means big options for direct flights and one-stop connections.

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 more than 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 immediate family members to information, answers and support, like tax services, relationship support, spouse career and education opportunities, relocation resources 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

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.