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50 Years Later, the Legacy of President Ford’s Signature

50 Years Later, the Legacy of President Ford’s Signature

Nearly fifty years ago, a groundbreaking moment changed the course of history. On
October 7, 1975, President Gerald Ford signed Public Law 94-106, opening enrollment
to women at all US service academies.

On the 50th anniversary of that signing, Kathleen Kornahrens will tell of her experience
as a member of the first class to include women at the US Air Force Academy. She will
be joined by her classmate Colonel Gail Colvin, USAF (Ret.) to examine the legacy of
President Ford’s signature.

Following the talk there will be a sale and signing of Kathleen’s book, “Bring Me Men…”
Brought Women: Marching with the First Female Cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy.

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library
FREE to the pulblic
06:30 PM - 08:00 PM on Tue, 7 Oct 2025

Event Supported By

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library
(734)205-0569
terra.brock@nara.gov
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library
1000 Beal Ave.
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109
(734) 205-0555
ford.library@nara.gov