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  October 21, 2021
 
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Last week, we hosted a special event at Doolittle Hall, as the United States Air Force Academy renamed a support building to honor one of its engineering pioneers. The Col. Arthur G. Witters Civil Engineering Building was named in memory of Witters, the first civil engineer at USAFA and one of the primary designers of the campus. Learn more and watch the ceremony online.


Events

Legacy ClassBeat Army! Upcoming Commanders' Classic and Campaign Events
Join us and other Air Force fans at Globe Life Park the morning of Nov. 6 to kick off the 2021 Lockheed Martin Commanders' Classic Presented by USAA as the Falcons take on the Knights! Sign up for the tailgate, sponsored by Army and Air Force Exchange Services.

Check out all the week's events surrounding the Air Force vs. Army weekend, including the Commanders' Classic Golf Tournament, presented by the North Texas USAFA AOG.



Programs

Sullenberger Award for Courage
Do you know of a graduate who has demonstrated an exemplary act that well exceeded expectations in a singular or short series of events? Nominations are open until Nov. 1. For full criteria for this award and submit a nomination, go to: usafa.org/Heritage/Awards.

Cadets ReadingGraduate Author's Corner
Looking for a good read? Look no further than the Author's Corner, a listing of known Air Force Academy graduates who are authors. If you are a graduate and would like to add your book to the listing, please contact marketing@aogusafa.org at the AOG.


Service

SpotlightAOG Service Spotlight
This month, we shine the service spotlight on Professor Eric Hanushek '65. Recently awarded the 2021 Yidan Prize for Educational Research, he is deeply committed to closing the gap between the rich and poor parts of the world through transforming education.

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 this year.



Connections

Share Photos with Reunion Hashtags
It's another big week for reunions. Make sure to share your reunion photos on social media using your class hashtag so that others can see them too! Just type #USAFA + your class year (ex. #USAFA1960). We can't wait to see all your photos from this year's reunions! Follow us on social media to see all the reunion coverage.

ZoomieLinkZoomieLink — Get Engaged Today!
ZoomieLink is the USAFA graduate platform that allows you 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!

ZoomieBriefZoomieBrief — Explore Our Virtual Events!
From USAFA classes and senior leader calls to graduate panels, explore our life-long learning hub!

Heritage Minute Replays
Our Heritage Minute with Steve Simon '77 episodes are always a big hit! As we prepare for a new season, check out the previous four seasons of Academy history on our website.


Community

True Blue Business
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WWII MuseumWWII Museum
On Saturday, Oct. 23, the National Museum of WWII Aviation will open early for a special history presentation about the F3A-1 Brewster Corsair aircraft focusing on its development and performance in combat. There is no additional charge for the event — just purchase a ticket to the museum in advance online or at the front desk that morning. Doors open at 8 a.m. and the presentation begins at 9 a.m. Taxi and takeoff is scheduled for 10 a.m., subject to weather conditions and runway availability.

U.S. Taekwondo CenterU.S. Taekwondo Center
U.S. Taekwondo Center is celebrating 35 years of business in Colorado Springs. To commemorate this milestone, they are offering a 2-week trial for $35 (includes a free uniform). All funds will be donated to our non-profit partner Angels of America's Fallen. Try Taekwondo and help a great cause.

Pardon My QuirkPardon My Quirk
Mo Barrett (USAFA '93 grad) has compiled childhood, USAFA and Air Force anecdotes, presented in a poignant and witty manner, the same way Mo approaches her keynotes, workshops and emcee engagements on stage. Hailed as "a quirky twist on a modern version of Aesop's Fables meets I Love Lucy," Pardon My Quirk is meant to engage the reader down a path of laughing, learning and thinking.

Northrop GrummanNorthrop 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 a team of experts to solve our most critical problems in the most inventive ways. With a flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits, Northrop Grumman has been recognized as a top organization to work for post military service. Explore opportunities and connect with Northrop Grumman today.

Military OneSourceMilitary 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.

BremontThe 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

Roger HillLooking to Move to, From, or Within Colorado? Contact Roger Hill, the Realtor You Can Trust!
-USAFA Grad, Class of 1970
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Contact Roger Hill at 303-956-5955 or Roger.Hill1970@gmail.com.


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