Christopher Auger

Colonel Christopher Auger serves as Commander of Air Force ROTC Detachment 765 and Professor of Aerospace Studies at The Citadel. He holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from Norwich University, followed by master's degrees in Aerospace/Aviation Science and Systems Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Air Force Institute of Technology. His military career includes F-15E fighter operations, leadership roles in combat theaters, and strategic planning at the Pentagon. With 3,000 flight hours as a Master Navigator, he has flown T-34C, T-39, AT-38B, and F-15E aircraft. His awards reflect distinguished service in national security and combat operations.

• Education:
• Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering - Norwich University (1999)
• Master of Science, Aerospace/Aviation Science - Embry-Riddle (2011)
• Master of Science, Systems Engineering - AFIT (2012)

Key Roles: Fighter Squadron Commander, Director of Operations, F-35 Integration Office Chief, and Deputy Director for National Security Council Matters. His academic responsibilities include teaching senior cadets and preparing them for Air Force service.

• Awards Highlights:
• Legion of Merit
• Air Medal with multiple clusters
• Global War on Terrorism Medals