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March 30, 2026

Cadets focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics

Cadet 1st Class Lauren Mirande, left, and Cadet 2nd Class Abigail Anderson, right, learn about volcanic rock types in the Geospatial Science Laboratory, at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., March 19, 2026. Mirande and Anderson are learning to interpret and analyze data for future operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor Cokley) By Harry Lundy U.S. Air Force Academy Strategic Communications U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. - The U.S. Air Force Academy is a leading science, technology, engineering and mathematics institution, frequently ranked among the nation’s top STEM programs. Cadets develop analytical thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills to operate...

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Cadet 1st Class Lauren Mirande, left, and Cadet 2nd Class Abigail Anderson, right, learn about volcanic rock types in the Geospatial Science Laboratory, at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., March 19, 2026. Mirande and Anderson are learning to interpret and analyze data for future operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor Cokley)
February 11, 2026

Nuclear Weapons and Strategy Minor builds strategic deterrence expertise

(From left to right) Cadets 1st Class Andrew Katz, Joseph Phetmixay, Maria Davison and Lilliana Turra pose in front of a government building in Helsinki, Finland, June 18, 2025. The cadets interviewed officials from Finland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs about Finland’s internal posture and nuclear deterrence policy. (Photo by Dr. Shane Smith) By SSgt Michael Ward U.S. Air Force Academy Strategic Communications U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. - As global deterrence dynamics continue to evolve, the Air Force is renewing its focus on strategic readiness. The Nuclear Weapons and Strategy minor at the U.S. Air Force Academy helps cadets develop...

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(From left to right) Cadets 1st Class Andrew Katz, Joseph Phetmixay, Maria Davison and Lilliana Turra pose in front of a government building in Helsinki, Finland, June 18, 2025. The cadets interviewed officials from Finland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs about Finland’s internal posture and nuclear deterrence policy. (Photo courtesy of Cadet 1st Class Andrew Katz)
January 26, 2026

Quantum Technologies minor equips cadets for emerging technologies

Cadet 1st Class Emma Williams and Cadet 2nd Class Jacob Grayson align an optical track to maximize laser power at the Laser and Optics Research Center, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., Jan. 13, 2026. The Quantum Technologies minor integrates physics, computer science and engineering to prepare cadets for future operational and technical leadership roles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ray Bahner) By SSgt Michael Ward U.S. Air Force Academy Strategic Communications U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. - Quantum information science is a new field at the intersection of physics, computing and engineering, rapidly shaping the future of warfare, communication and...

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Cadet 1st Class Emma Williams and Cadet 2nd Class Jacob Grayson align an optical track to maximize laser power at the Laser and Optics Research Center, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., Jan. 13, 2026. The Quantum Technologies minor integrates physics, computer science and engineering to prepare cadets for future operational and technical leadership roles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ray Bahner)
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