Spring 2008 issue

Lift: The Alumni Magazine of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

 

 

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PRESIDENT'S LETTER
Alumni succeed at the leading edge of science and industry

CHATTER
Silver Wings Chapter wins prestigious Morley Award • New facilities enhance student life • Embry-Riddle launches Aviation Safety and Security Archives online • No roads needed • Agreement with SpaceTEC supports space workforce transition • Embry-Riddle adds key leadership at residential campuses

ROUNDTABLE
Will ADS-B improve air travel over next 20 years? Three experts weigh in on whether new technology can help solve the air traffic puzzle and prevent delays.

FLIGHT PATH
Keeping it (very) light. With the unveiling of the Eclipse Concept Jet, Peg Billson ('84, PC) is turning heads - and redefining the cutting edge - in general aviation.

FEATURES
High Ideals
Jim Hagedorn's ('79, DB) passion runs strong for business, philanthropy and flying. 

Rocket Woman
An Embry-Riddle education helped Barbara Bendkowski ('01, DB) launch an aerospace career that's out of this world.

Dream Launchers
Shawn Raker ('90, DB) and Jamail Larkins ('07, DB) are inspiring America's youth to explore careers in aviation, and are helping secure the industry's future.

 

TO SOAR
New faces on the fundraising team • Prescott professor's legacy gift honors family • ISTAT gift keeps student press and media running • Embry-Riddle students get Rolls-Royce treatment

ALUMNI NEWS
Message from the executive director • "Riddle Roarin' in the '20" at OctoberWest • Daytona Beach Campus goes 'Prime Time' • Rick Hale shows his Amercan Spirit • Honoring Embry-Riddle's fallen heroes   

CLASS NOTES
Find out what your fellow Embry-Riddle alumni are up to now.

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