U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation

✈️ Navy weekend is coming — and we're celebrating all weekend long! Join fellow Falcons, friends and fans for two opportunities to connect, celebrate and get ready to cheer on Air Force as they take on Navy. 🥂 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 Air 📅 Friday, Oct. 2 | 5–7 p.m. 📍 The Aviator at Hotel Polaris Kick off the weekend by reconnecting with fellow graduates and friends, sharing memories and building excitement for one of the Academy's biggest rivalries. 🏈 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 Air 📅 Saturday, Oct. 3 | 7 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Start game day with great food, drinks and unbeatable Falcon spirit before heading to the stadium for the annual battle for the Commander-in-Chief's Trophy. Two events. One unforgettable Falcon weekend. 💙 ➡️ Register for the social: https://bit.ly/3TLFSq5 ➡️ Register for the tailgate: https://bit.ly/4xDWC1a

GPS, satellite communications, missile warning and space-based intelligence have transformed the way America fights wars. In this 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘵𝘦 𝘗𝘰𝘥𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘵 conversation, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Nina Armagno ’88 reflects on key moments that shaped military space — from Desert Storm to the establishment of the United States Space Force. 🎙️ Listen now: https://bit.ly/4gsPrTt

What if you’re stronger than you think? In the latest episode of 𝘓𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘉𝘭𝘶𝘦 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱, Mitch Torrel ’14 explores the idea that our limits often extend further than we believe — and that real strength is built incrementally. From facing challenges to learning from setbacks, growth comes from continuing forward and becoming a little better every day. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode: https://bit.ly/4ht6eH3

Great leaders don’t have all the answers, and they don't need to. In this episode of 𝘓𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘉𝘭𝘶𝘦 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱, Mitch Torrel ’14 shares that success in leadership often comes from creating space for others to contribute. Sometimes the quietest person in the room has the best idea. Empower your team and make sure every voice has a chance to be heard. 🎧 Join the conversation: https://bit.ly/4ht6eH3

Leadership takes many forms. This month on 𝘈𝘪𝘳 𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘤𝘦 𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘵, hear stories of service, mentorship and impact, including the return of Lt. Gen. Paul Moga ’95 and conversations with graduates shaping the future through service and innovation. 🎧 Catch up on the latest: https://bit.ly/4xvVQ66

What do the Thailand cave rescue and everyday leadership have in common? More than you might think. In this conversation from 𝘓𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘉𝘭𝘶𝘦 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱, Mitch Torrel '14 reflects on serving as part of the U.S. Special Tactics response during the 2018 Thailand cave rescue and shares leadership principles that have stayed with him ever since. In this clip, you'll learn: ⏸️ Why the best leaders know when to slow down before taking action. 🧠 Why you don't need to have every answer — you need to create an environment where the best ideas emerge. 🙌 How trusting your team's experience can lead to better decisions in high-pressure situations. These are timeless leadership lessons that apply whether you're leading in the military, business, or your community. 🎙️ Watch the full episode of 𝘓𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘉𝘭𝘶𝘦 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱: https://lnkd.in/edD6B7-Q

The strength of the Long Blue Line is built through connection. This August, the U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation is bringing Next-Level Networking to the Pacific Northwest with alumni gatherings in Bellevue, Tacoma and Boise. These informal socials are an opportunity to reconnect with fellow graduates, expand your professional network and hear what's happening across the Association & Foundation. 📍 Bellevue, Washington – Aug. 17 📍 Tacoma, Washington – Aug. 18 📍 Boise, Idaho – Aug. 19 If you're in the area — or know a fellow graduate who is — we hope you'll join us. ➡️ Register here: https://bit.ly/4xlFsVP