We deliver the future leaders of modern warfare. In all, 1,019 Air Force Academy graduates received their diplomas in a graduation ceremony at Falcon Stadium, with 114 of those graduates commissioning into the Space Force. Military training. 1979 Fifty-four are African-American; 102 Hispanic; 58 Asian; seven are Pacific Islanders; four are Native American and 65 are multi-racial, not including international cadets, -- 729 cadets in the Class of 2021 are not minorities, -- 150 Class of 2021 graduates attended the Air Force Academy Preparatory School and 61 graduates were enlisted Airmen, -- The average cumulative GPA for the Class of 2021 is 3.1, -- The attrition rate for the Class of 2021 is 15.5%. Class of 1966, USAFA AOG. Make sure to create an account with us and update your personal email address so you can stay current on the latest news and future events (like class reunions)! The ceremony was held at Falcon Stadium. Air Officers Commanding (AOC) supervise cadets, and are located within each group and squadron. 2007 Western Athletic Conference Offensive Player of the Year, he finished sixth in the Heisman Trophy voting in 1989. With a focus on innovation and adaptation to the changing world of warfare, were setting higher expectations for what it means to serve. Athletics. Academy Military Trainer (AMT) NCOs complement the AOCs and provide an enlisted role model perspective. 2023 United States Air Force Academy, All Rights Reserved, The appearance of hyperlinks does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Air Force or the information, products, or services contained therein. We honor the heritage, history, and legacy of the U.S. Air Force Academy and its accomplished graduates. Share your class photos or messages using hashtag #USAFA Sixty-five cadets are the second child in their family to graduate, 12 cadets are the third child in their family to graduate and two cadets are the fourth child in their family to graduate from the Academy. 1977 Learn more about cutting-edge research that supports the Air Force and our global society. 2009 Take a peek into the life of a United States Air Force Academy cadet. USAFA Cemetery; in the event of inclement weather the service will be moved into the Memorial Pavilion, Deceased on October 22, 2022 Mark Weber, a 2011 graduate killed in a helicopter crash while serving in Iraq, on the one-year anniversary of his death with a memorial and dedication ceremony March 15. I will forever miss my leader and my friend, Hodges said of Roland, his Special Tactics team leader. Matthew D. Roland, Class of 2010 of the U.S. Air Force Academy, was killed in action in Afghanistan, Aug. 26, 2015. Three hundred ninety-seven graduates are scheduled to attend pilot training; 12 will attend combat systems operator training; nine are slated for air battle manager training; and 38 will become remotely piloted aircraft officers. 2013 Brigham Young UniversityDet 855 Host University Favorite Toggle Brigham Young University is home to Air Force ROTC Detachment 855. 1962 on Facebook, Lieutenant General; first USAFA graduate to be Dean of Faculty at the Academy, 1984-86; President of National Defense University 1994-97; President of Moravian College 1997-2006. Your membership helps the AOG in serving the Long Blue Line, but also help yourself to the many rewards of membership. The display stands near the dormitory room he lived in during his time in Cadet Squadron 35. Roland is an individual we strive to emulateIts powerful to see what happens when you uphold the ideals we are honing here at the Academy. -- 58 cadets have one parent who graduated from the Academy and five cadets have two parents who are graduates. Graduation Week is comprised of many activities and events across the U.S. Air Force Academy. overridebuttonBgColor= Deceased on January 14, 2023 Paul E. Carey Memorial Scholarship: Annual scholarship of $1875 is available to deserving AFROTC cadet, comes from a $35,000 endowment set up by his family. Take a peek into the life of a United States Air Force Academy cadet. Simultaneously, instead of ducking for protection, Roland put himself in the line of fire by moving the bus to protect the vehicle occupants. Graduates attending pilot training have an active-duty service commitment of 10 years after receiving their pilots wings. 3116 Academy Drive Graduation Week is traditionally comprised of many activities and events across the U.S. Air Force Academy. )", "Sidney M. Gutierrez (Colonel, USAF, Ret. )", "James D. Halsell, Jr. (Colonel, USAF, Ret. Dawson, Air Force Academy Mortuary Affairs Office, More information about VA burial and Survivor Benefits, The names of U.S. Air Force Academy graduates listed on The War Memorial. Holt said it felt right to dedicate their squadron academic room to Weber, who she described as passionate about helping others learn. Matthew D. Roland, dedicating a memorial display and completing memorial push-ups in formation here Mar. For other than authorized activities such as military exchanges and morale, welfare and recreation sites, the Department of the Air Force does not exercise any editorial control over the information you may find at these locations. Give the detachment a call or send them an email. Richardson 1978 )", "William G. Gregory (Lieutenant Colonel, USAF, Ret. An official website of the United States government, USAFA Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Information, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence iformation. The average donation to the effort was $98. Last year, 967 new officers closed-out their four years at the school by hurling their caps into the air at the end of the ceremony on the terrazzo. Our 40 cadet squadrons have a proud and rich history as exemplified by their unique and meaningful patches. Ervin Rokke becomes first graduate selected as USAFA Dean of Faculty (1984). Played professionally in the, Team handball player which competed in the, Former U.S. Olympian and world champion in. Every time he left on an operation, he had that folded American flag in his kit with him.. This will provide you a set of targeted links to help get you to the content you want to see. Your membership helps the AOG in serving the Long Blue Line, but also help yourself to the many rewards of membership. Brigham Young University is home to Air Force ROTC Detachment 855. There are two sets of twins in the Class of 2021. Seconds before the attack that ended his life, he recognized the imminent threat of attack and gave his convoy enough time to react to the insider attack with a radio call. Lane. Hoover, Mr. - Informed on February 21, 2023, Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. 1998 Stephen Stay up-to-date with the latest information by updating your email address and contact information with the AOG. Please make checks payable to the Benjamin B Talley Scholarship Endowment Fund. https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?frequency_selected=0&sc_icid=home-btn-donate-now&_ga=2.41735970.1816017446.1675100346-193227869.1675100346, Deceased on February 4, 2023 1962 President and CEO, the Summit Group Companies, (1981-2008), President and CEO, Association of Graduates, United States Air Force Academy, (2008-), Colorado Aeronautical Board (2012-). We expect all members to consider the sacrifice, dignity and legacy of those we honor in all posts and comments. Robinson, Jon Staples (Soccer); Robert Baxter (football), Gary Forrest (fencing), Don Baucom (football - academic), Richard Klass, President; Jerry Smith, Treasurer; Scribe: John W. "Jack" Jamba. Funeral Service: 3 Mar 2023 at 1330 hours USAFA Cemetery; in the event of inclement weather the service will be moved into the Memorial Pavilion Col (Ret) Gordon Hendrickson - Class of 1985, CS-38 Deceased on October 22, 2022 - Informed on February 24, 2023 1986 United States Air Force Academy, Colo. -- More than 150 Special Tactics Airmen and USAFA cadets honored fallen Academy graduate and Silver Star medal recipient Capt. Phone: (719) 472-0300 Cadet Richard Klass saves a drowning woman who had fallen into the Seine River in Paris. Cadets live, eat and take part in military training with their squadrons, which are comprised of roughly even numbers of cadets from all four class years. Once the stones are cleaned, the two leave flowers for each man and head home, but Biancur's effort to preserve the memory of fallen Airmen extends far beyond the annual holiday. USAF Academy, CO 80840 )", "Terence T. Henricks (Colonel, USAF, Ret. U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AFNS) -- More than 150 special tactics Airmen and U.S. Air Force Academy cadets honored fallen Academy graduate and Silver Star medal recipient Capt. 2001 For other than authorized activities such as military exchanges and morale, welfare and recreation sites, the Department of the Air Force does not exercise any editorial control over the information you may find at these locations. Memorial service: 4 Mar 2023 at 1400 hours More than 1,000 U.S. Air Force Academy cadets and their loved ones gathered in Falcon Stadium Wednesday for a graduation ceremony that marked the end of a trying year for the senior class. Played for 1976 U.S. Olympic Soccer Team. 1972 Theres no limit to what you will achieve here. 2016 We have posted the information we have and will update this page as Got questions? 2019 Charles W. Smith& Sons Funeral Home, 601 Tennessee, McKinney, TX 75071 Click classmates's name to see yearbook photo. Maj (Ret) You could call him from anywhere in the world, and he would drop what he was doing to help.. It's a great place to start looking for a new career! 1967 CS-01). overrideButtonText=. Over 410 noted scholars from a variety of academic fields are Academy graduates, including: 41 Rhodes Scholars, 9 Marshall Scholars, 13 Harry S. Truman Scholars, 115 John F. Kennedy School of Government Scholars, and 31 Gerahart Scholars. , Jr. Mr. Roland graduated in the Class of 2010 with a Bachelor of Science degree in aeronautical engineering, and then entered the rigorous Special Tactics Officer training pipeline to earn the red beret in June 2012. 1991 2015 The U.S. Air Force's Academy added five new graduates to the "Long Blue Line' Wednesday morning during the fall semester graduation and commissioning ceremony in Arnold Hall.At the ceremony, David Baska, Spencer Boone, Christopher De La Torre, Adetunji Fisayo and Kaleb Jenkins received their 1 Go To Page of 3 2011 Privacy Policy, Maj (Ret) 1980 Fourth-class cadets act as followers and function as cadet Airmen. Weber, formerly of Cadet Squadron 12, began his Air Force career as a contracting officer but later became a combat search and rescue officer. Of those. Here are some of the things the AOG provides. 1992 2003 Weber is survived by his parents Ron and Marge Weber, and four sisters, Leah, Katherine, Lori and Kristen Weber. Review open positions and complete applications to apply for BYU faculty, staff, and administrative positions! As a Special Tactics Officer, he was a qualified battlefield commander prepared to lead reconnaissance, strike and recovery missions, as well as a military static-line and free fall jumper, an Air Force combat scuba diver, and a joint terminal attack controller. - Informed on February 24, 2023, Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence iformation. Obituary: https://www.bendfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Mark-Ronald-Lane?obId=27231188#/obituaryInfo, Deceased on January 13, 2023 [2] Most cadets are admitted through a congressional appointment system. The memorial display holds Rolands personal and professional effects, including the helmet and a pair of American flag shorts he wore during his three deployments. Matthew Roland, 27, killed at a vehicle checkpoint near Camp Antonik, Afghanistan, Aug. 26, 2015. )", "Roy D. Bridges, Jr. (Major General, USAF, Ret. 1963 1. Be Respectful, Kind and Courteous. Former Chief Meteorologist at KIAH/KHCW/KHWB-TV in Houston, Texas, KDLT/KDLV-TV in Sioux Falls, South Dakota and KGWN-TV in Cheyenne, Wyoming. United States Air Force Academy red classes conducted a COVID-19 themed spirit mission this week. Samaritan Inn, 1514 N McDonald St, Mickinney, TX 75071; (972) 542-5302 Long, Col (Ret) -- Eight presidents have addressed 11 graduating classes: John Kennedy in 1963; Richard Nixon in 1969; Ronald Reagan in 1984; George H. W. Bush in 1991; William Clinton in 1995 and 1999; George W. Bush in 2004 and 2008; Barack Obama in 2012 and 2016; and Donald Trump in 2019. Graduation Week is comprised of many activities and events across the U.S. Air Force Academy. The Breakdown 2021. We purposefully left out the century number and used only the year of our graduation, "62." Instagram! St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl, Memphis, TN 38501; (800) 805-5856; https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?sc_icid=header-btn-donate-now This will provide you a set of targeted links to help get you to the content you want to see. overrideTextColor= 2023 United States Air Force Academy, All Rights Reserved, The appearance of hyperlinks does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Air Force or the information, products, or services contained therein. Keep your profile updated! 1983 )", "Steven W. Lindsey (Colonel, USAF, Ret. )", "Curtis L. Brown, Jr. (Colonel, USAF, Ret. "We are honored to share this day with Captain Roland's family, his teammates, and the long line of Cadet Squadron 35Wild Weasels who stand-side-by side in honoring his legacy,Maj. Email us at reunions@aogusafa.org and we'll get back to you within 2-business days. Theres a duty and responsibility to educate others about a member of our family, Cadet First Class Terry Lee said of the experience, CS-35 squadron commander. Gordon You may call Customer Service at (719) 472-0300 or update . 2020 Donald Shepperd named USAFA Distinguished Graduate (2008). 1964 George Names of fallen Classmates are in italics. 24th Special Operations Wing Public Affairs HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. -- To honor the legacy and devotion to a fallen brother-in-arms, an award was dedicated to the life of Lt. Col. William "Bill" Schroeder and given to a Special Operations Weather Team training pipeline graduate here July 21. - Informed on February 15, 2023, Please contact the Association of Graduates for condolence information. St. Andrew Catholic Church, 16300 Domain Ln, Anchorage, AK 99577 Within the Cadet Wing, first-class (senior) cadets hold the positions of cadet officers, second-class (junior) cadets act as the cadet non-commissioned officers and third-class (sophomore) cadets represent the cadet junior non-commissioned officers. Rest easy, brother. (Courtesy photo/Released), Cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy and Special Tactics Airmen dedicated a memorial to Capt. Hendrickson, Mr. 1968 Roland was a member of CS-35 while at the Academy. [6] Additional notable graduates include 794 general officers, 164 graduates who were killed in combat, 36 repatriated prisoners of war, 1 Medal of Honor recipient, and 2 combat aces. We honor the heritage, history, and legacy of the U.S. Air Force Academy and its accomplished graduates. The 4,000+ cadets who comprise the Cadet Wing are divided into four groups of 10 squadrons each. 2000 overrideCardHideByline=false CLASS REUNION REPRESENTATIVES: Watch for an email regarding reunion planning next steps. Take a peek into the life of a United States Air Force Academy cadet. Roland was posthumously awarded the Silver Star medal for giving his last full measure to save his teammates lives. After attending a small ceremony highlighting Rolands impact at the Academy and in the Air Force, members of CS-35 did memorial push-ups for Capt. Capt. Though the primary focus of the Academy is for the Air Force and Space Force, some graduates are given the option of "cross-commissioning" into the United States Army, United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, or United States Coast Guard. Such links provided are consistent with the stated purpose of this DOD Web site. 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Phone: (719) 472-0300 2008 Hours: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Ernest In all, 1,019 Air Force Academy graduates received their diplomas in a graduation ceremony at Falcon Stadium, with 114of those graduates commissioning into the Space Force. 2014 Graduates completing airborne battle manager training incur two concurrent service commitments, the five-year service academy graduate commitment and the six-year airborne battle manager commitment.