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Military training and education begin during Basic Cadet Training (BCT) and continue through the next four years at the Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Military training and education begin during Basic Cadet Training (BCT) and continue through the next four years at the Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Cadet 2nd Class Caitlyn Budd and Cadet 1st Class Jaden Liu look at a control panel in the Madera Cyber Innovation Center, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo, Aug. 7, 2025. […] The post A comprehensive approach to developing a cyber mindset appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
On the first day of class for the academic year, cadets walk across the Terrazzo at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., Aug. 7, 2025. Amid a Department of Defense-wide […] The post U.S. Air Force Academy adapts to civilian workforce reduction, maintains academic excellence appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
The new Cadet Warfighter Instructor Course enhances cadets' basic warfighting skills and prepares them to train lower-classmen.| United States Air Force Academy
Cadet 2nd Class Michael Fays poses for a picture with fellow Cadet Summer Research Program participants at NATO School in Oberammergau, Germany, June 12, 2025. As part of the Cadet […] The post CSRP 2025: taking research beyond the classroom appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
The U.S. Air Force Academy Basic Soaring Program introduces cadets to airmanship and the foundations of flight.| United States Air Force Academy
From business to government to law, a degree in political science will prepare you to be a leader during domestic and international political events.| United States Air Force Academy
Appointees wait to board the bus that will take them to the footprints area, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., June 25, 2025. The Class of 2029 in-processing stats show cadets […] The post The breakdown: Class of 2029 in-processing stats appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Cadet 1st Class Mark Tang, Class of 26, has been selected to receive the Harry S. Truman Scholarship, making him the 27th Truman Scholar.| United States Air Force Academy
This Academy Assembly hosts prominent academics, business leaders, government officers and more as speakers and roundtable leaders.| United States Air Force Academy
The U.S. Air Force Academy graduation is an exciting time for cadets, family and friends. Find upcoming dates, events schedule and more.| United States Air Force Academy
A Class of 2029 basic cadet is learning to stand at attention on one of the footprints at the base of the core values ramp, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., […] The post Class of 2029 appointees arrive for in-processing appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Academy Military Trainers at the U.S. Air Force Academy shape cadet leadership, discipline and officer development through mentorship and sharing real-world experience.| United States Air Force Academy
National Character and Leadership Symposium, NCLS 2025, will feature a warfighting-focused speaker lineup focused on the Warrior Ethos theme.| United States Air Force Academy
The Research and Scholarship Division at the Academy disseminates, produces, and encourages research in character and leadership development.| United States Air Force Academy
Integration Division collaborates with teams across the U.S. Air Force Academy to leverage the Leader of Character Development Framework.| United States Air Force Academy
Basic Cadet Training (BCT), the first of many challenges at the Academy, where a commitment to pushing your limits is key to succeeding.| United States Air Force Academy
A management major prepares cadets for leadership roles in today’s technologically complex, global Air Force.| United States Air Force Academy
Build your expertise in the study of law and its role and function in American society and the international community through the Department of Law.| United States Air Force Academy
The Department of Astronautics has designed, built and launched rockets to the edge of space. See what else we’ve been up to since 1958.| United States Air Force Academy
What other university guarantees a job after graduation? See how our academics blend STEM with the arts and humanities to elevate your career.| United States Air Force Academy
The United States Air Force Academy isn’t just a university. It's an unparalleled academic and military institution that provides young men and women with rewarding opportunities to transform into the leaders of tomorrow. It’s life at a different altitude.| United States Air Force Academy
Cadet 1st Class Caleb Kavanaugh, Class of 2025 president, speaks to graduates and audience members during the U.S. Air Force Academy’s 2025 graduation ceremony held at Falcon Stadium in Colorado […] The post Integrity first: 2nd Lt. Caleb Kavanaugh’s leadership path appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Marine veteran Carl Lewis salutes Cadet 1st Class Billie Botes at the Cadet Squadron 14 commissioning ceremony at Arnold Hall in the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., May 28, 2025. […] The post Service Before Self: 2nd Lt. Billie Botes’ combats veteran homelessness appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2025 graduates toss their hats skyward in Falcon Stadium May 29, 2025. Class of 2025 stats indicate 791 cadets were commissioned into the Air […] The post Graduation Breakdown: Class of 2025 stats appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Brig. Gen. Linell A. Letendre at her retirement ceremony, where alumni and faculty honor her impactful 29 years of service and leadership.| United States Air Force Academy
Then-Cadet 1st Class Mark Carnes, Class of 2025, is pictured in front of the F-15 Eagle on the U.S. Air Force Academy Terrazzo, May 12, 2025. Carnes will begin EURO-NATO […] The post From Cadet-for-a-Day to Class of 2025 graduate appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink speaks to graduates and audience members during the U.S. Air Force Academy’s 2025 graduation ceremony held at Falcon Stadium in Colorado Springs, Colo., […] The post SECAF gives commencement speech to USAFA Class of 2025 appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Members of the Bluebards Theatre Troupe rehearse “Legally Blonde: The Musical” at the Arnold Hall Theatre, U.S. Air Force Academy May 21, 2025. The musical marked the final production of […] The post Bluebards deliver with ‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’ production appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Ring Dance is a longstanding tradition for second-degree cadets. They receive their rings and reveal their class crest.| United States Air Force Academy
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Benjamin Roth briefs Cadet 1st Class Matthew Sharkey at the U.S. Air Force Academy Observatory, April 29, 2025. An education with a space mindset focus […] The post Space mindset: understanding the future battlefield appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Class of 2028 cadets participate in the Run to the Rock during the U.S. Air Force Academy inaugural Recognition and Promotion weekend, April 26, 2025. The weekend-long event recognized all […] The post Cadet Wing participates in inaugural Recognition and Promotion appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Madera Cyber Innovation Center represents the U.S. Air Force Academy’s commitment to providing cadets with world-class facilities.| United States Air Force Academy
Cadet 1st Class Kylie Swartz received the 16th annual 1st Lt. Roslyn L. Schulte Cadet Award and Recognition Ceremony during a ceremony at the U.S. Air Force Academy, April 23, […] The post Ceremony honors 16th Schulte Award recipient appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Dr. Brian Johns, U.S. Air Force Academy Department of Mechanical Engineering assistant professor, is helping shape the next generation of U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force leaders by combining […] The post Engineering the future: Professor bridges innovation, leadership in the classroom appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
A first-degree cadet fires an M-18 pistol at the Combat Arms Training and Maintenance firing range, Feb. 28, 2025. Small arms marksmanship is one of the basic combat and warfighting […] The post Day one ready: cadets hone their basic combat skills appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Lt. Col. Emily Bulger, Department of Management assistant professor, brings strategic depth to the Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Wing Commander Cadet 1st Class Joseph Tschetter takes command of the Cadet Wing on the Terrazzo, Jan. 3, 2025. As the Academy’s highest-ranking cadet, Tschetter […] The post Cadet Wing commander promotes warrior ethos appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Cadets 2nd Class Anna Bardorf, Emma Bingen and Jordan Martinez stand with Cadets 1st Class Billie Botes, Colby Deleeuw and Kelsey Monaghan-Bergson on the Turnagain Arm Scenic Boardwalk at the […] The post Arctic research examines impact on operational readiness appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
Mrs. Alicia Shamblin, a registered nurse and military spouse, embraces Cadet 3rd Class Boaz Abramoff during an award ceremony at Polaris Hall, March 31, 2025. Shamblin was recognized for her […] The post Academy recognizes military spouse for heroic life-saving actions appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
The U.S. Air Force Academy’s 10th Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms Training and Maintenance (CATM) facility recently underwent extensive renovations, significantly improving operational efficiency, training capacity, and safety. These upgrades, […] The post CATM renovations enhance training efficiency, safety appeared first on United States Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
The Center for Character & Leadership Development (CCLD) ensures integrity and honor are built into every aspect of the cadet experience.| United States Air Force Academy
Forty cadet squadrons test their warfighter skills during the 2024 Fall Culminating Exercise at Jacks Valley, U.S. Air Force Academy.| United States Air Force Academy
U.S. military leaders headlined a senior leader panel during the 32nd annual National Character and Leadership Symposium.| United States Air Force Academy
NCLS is the annual National Character and Leadership Symposium, the United States Air Force Academy’s flagship event.| United States Air Force Academy
Airmanship involves flying, soaring, instruction in concepts of flight and navigation, and real-life application of these principles.| United States Air Force Academy
C.S. Lewis course provides unique critical thinking and ethics education for Department of Philosophy cadets.| United States Air Force Academy
