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Embry-Riddle Students Take Third in Unmanned Air Systems Competition

Embry-Riddle Repeats on Florida Trend’s Best Companies List

Dassault Falcon Enrolls Falcon 10 in Embry-Riddle Engineering Program

John R. Watret Named Executive Vice President of Worldwide Campus

Strong Finish by Embry-Riddle in Women’s Air Race Classic Competition

Clean Energy Systems to Charge Student Engineers Up

Students Triumph in FAA Design Competition

Prescott Campus Offers Advanced Aircraft Accident Investigation

Embry-Riddle Teams Score Second and Third in National Flight Meet

Alumnus Appointed as Aviation Advisory Committee

Engineering Student Receives Prestigious International Aviation Internship

Boeing Honors Embry-Riddle as Supplier of the Year in Academia Category

Special Guest Speaker at Worldwide Campus Commencement

Astronaut/Alumna Nicole Stott to Speak at Daytona Beach Commencement

Guest Speaker Announced for Prescott Commencement

25 Years since ERAU - by Mark L Berry ('85, DB)

Embry-Riddle Worldwide Focus Newsletter - April issue

Embry-Riddle Plans Women in Aviation Day Program for Local Middle-Schoolers

Embry-Riddle’s Summer Academy Offers Variety of Programs for Teens

Embry-Riddle Elects Three New Trustees: Amore, Keys, Rowe

Read recent issues of 'Worldwide Focus' Newsletter

Request for Well Wishes For Dean Robert Rockett's Retirement

Renowned Military Aviator Mike Durant to Speak at Veterans Appreciation Day

Embry-Riddle Invites Partners in Bid for $1.5 Million Green Flight Prize

Embry-Riddle to Test Biofuel in Bid to Fly First ‘Green Fleet’

Embry-Riddle to Train Unmanned Aircraft Pilots

Worldwide Campus to Offer a Master's Degree Program in Singapore
Landmark agreement to begin offering aviation programs in Asia.

Embry-Riddle Study Predicts Rebound for U.S. Aerospace Industry in 2010

New Helicopter Flight Training Program Takes Flight

Astronaut Terry Virts Jr. to Pilot Space Shuttle Endeavour
Embry-Riddle Alumnus on Construction Mission to International Space Station

Students Begin Nation’s First Aviation Ph.D. Program at Embry-Riddle

Haiti Relief Efforts

NASA Chooses Student Teams to Conduct Experiments

Dubai Airshow a Hit
Eagle of Excellence Awarded to Obaid Hableel ('87, DB)

Embry-Riddle Opens ‘Green Garage’ Doors
EcoCar project advances university’s environmental commitment

South Florida Alumni Chapter Hosts Dinner Dance
Event Combined with Presidential Tour Reception

Virtual Hiring Event

Embry-Riddle Flight Teams Dominate Regional Contests from Coast to Coast

U.S. Rep. John Mica to Speak at Embry-Riddle Commencement

Homecoming Weekend a Success
Alumni and friends celebrated Bright Lights, Big Cities on Daytona Beach campus

New Central Location More Convenient for Alumni
Be sure to visit the new office location on your next campus visit.

Job Openings
Evergreen Aviation is hiring! Find out if these positions are for you.

Embry-Riddle to Collaborate with FAA on Space Transportation Research
New space transportation topics can be supported by Embry-Riddle researchers.

Alumni Chapters Make the World a Better Place
Alumni around the world participate in International Eagle Day

Get Hired!
Leading Aviation/Aerospace and High-Tech Employers Scheduled for Embry-Riddle Industry/Career Expo

Homecoming Entertainment Brings “Bright Lights, Big Cities” to Campus
Comedian Daniel Tosh and Rock Band Blessid Union of Souls in lineup for weekend's entertainment

OctoberWest at Prescott a Success
Celebration attracted alumni from near and far.

President Visits Phoenix
University President John P. Johnson stops in Phoenix as part of his annual Presidential Tour

Embry-Riddle Grad and Boeing Recruiter Gives Book Presentation
First Alumni-Student Connection event of the year helped teach job-seekers how to land an interview.

Original Embry-Riddle Biplane Returns Home
Attend ceremony as historic WACO biplane returns to Daytona Beach campus

Alumnus Takes Over Soccer Programs at Spring Hill
Former men’s soccer All-American Daniel Whelan is interim head coach for the men’s and women’s soccer programs at Spring Hill

Former Embry-Riddle Soccer Player Named to Brown Coaching Staff
Philip Jones ('04, DB) will be assistant coach at NCAA I Brown

Embry-Riddle Gets Vehicle to Transform into Next-Generation Eco Car
Advanced vehicle technology competition for college students aims to minimize fuel consumption and reduce emissions.

Embry-Riddle Remembers 9/11
Students, staff and faculty erect Twin Towers and Pentagon replicas in remembrance of September 11, 2001.

Dr. Johnson Announces New Executive Vice President for Prescott
Dr. Frank Ayers is selected as the Executive VP for Embry-Riddle's Prescott campus

ERAU Partners with Boynton Beach Community High School
Palm Beach County Schools Get Unique Curriculum Option

Sept. 11 Remembrance Ceremony to Be Held at Embry-Riddle
Join us on the Daytona Beach Campus from 9:45-10:30 a.m. on Sept. 11

Embry-Riddle Develops Solution for Unmanned Aerial Systems
Embry-Riddle Researchers Develop Unique Blend of Simulations for UAS with Real-Time Air Traffic

Fred Mirgle Retires After 33 Years of Service
Read the special announcement from the Department of Aviation Maintenance Science

Prescott Campus Opens New Student Union for Student Orientation Weekend
New and returning students impressed with new Jack R. Hunt Student Union

Embry-Riddle Keeps Top Spot in College Rankings
U.S. News & World Report Ranks Aerospace Engineering Program Best in Nation for 10th Straight Year

Astronaut Nicole Stott to Launch on Space Shuttle Discovery
Embry-Riddle Alumna to Live on Space Station for Three Months

Alumni Park for Free When Flying Out of Orlando
Just show your Eagle Card!

Employers and Graduate Schools Invited to Career Expo
Register today to find your next full-time employees, interns and graduate students at the Industry/Career Expo

Alumni and Friends Celebrate at Annual Oshkosh Event

CEO and President of Cessna shares insight with guests during exclusive luncheon

Embry-Riddle Launches Its First Two Ph.D. Programs
Ph.D. in Aviation First in Nation; Ph.D. in Engineering Physics from Leader in Aerospace Research

DreamLaunch Tour Ambassador Motivates Students at EAA AirVenture
Jamail Larkins encourages aviation enthusiasts to follow their dreams along the path of flight

Do You Have What It Takes?
New Alumni Advisory Council seeks your nominations

Get the inside story about the current aviation industry
Bill DeCota, Director of Aviation for The Port Authority of NY and NJ, shared insight about current issues with New York alumni

Embry-Riddle Plans Full Slate of Activities for EAA AirVenture
High-tech aircraft, jet dragster, featured speaker and aviation workshops ... oh my!

Experience the Industry/Career Expos this Fall
Take advantage of these annual recruiting events to recruit employees or find a job.

Ace that Interview!
Learn these tips for making your next job interview a success

Embry-Riddle makes history with two Ph.D. Degree Programs
Aviation and Engineering Physics Ph.D. programs are first-ever for Embry-Riddle

Alumnus selected to fly high with Thunderbirds
Aaron Jelinek ('01, PC) is one of six pilots for U.S. Air Force demo team

Former student-athlete signs contract with Baltimore Orioles
Pat McCrory ('09, DB) will begin professional baseball career with Orioles' rookie league

Embry-Riddle Flight Teams Shine in Women’s Cross-Country Air Race Classic
Daytona Beach and Prescott flight teams turned in impressive performances in the 33rd annual race

Around the Diamond
Five former Eagles Baseball players now on top professional teams

New Graduate Program for Los Angeles Area Alumni
Find out how to earn a Masters of Science in Technical Management degree in two years

Alumnus and Air Force Veteran Awarded $10K Franchise
Cruise Planners’ Corps Care program provides veterans with discounts toward purchasing franchises

Embry-Riddle Class Ring Found
Did you lose your class ring?

Social Networking Sites & Your Job Search
Get tips on creating a professional online profile

Congratulations to Student Flight Teams
Embry-Riddle Teams Score Second and Fourth in National Flight Meet

Eagles win 11-3 NAIA Baseball Championship Tournament
Players get ready for Avista-NAIA World Series in Idaho May 22-29

Embry-Riddle Claims Five Conference Tournament Titles
Men's and women's track, women's golf, men's tennis and baseball teams capture The Sun Conference tournament titles

New Leader for Office of Alumni Relations
Michele Berg appointed as executive director

Embry-Riddle Worldwide Online Wins Distinguished College Course Award
University Takes Top UCEA Honor for Second Year

Worldwide Campus Opens Two Military Locations in Iraq
Embry-Riddle’s Worldwide Campus opened two new locations in Iraq at Camp Victory and at Balad Airbase

Daytona Beach Flight Team Gets New Plane
U.S. Tecnam Distributors Donate New Tecnam P-92 Echo Classic (S-LSA)

Embry-Riddle Unveils New Bio-Fueled Jet Dragster at Sun 'n Fun 2009
Dragster Combines a Symphony of Speed with Green Technology

Wings of Legacy Newsletter Honors Women in ERAU's History
Read about women who influenced the development of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

The Roost Athletics Newsletter
Read about Beth McCubbin, returning National Champion, and more!

Inaugural Veteran’s Appreciation Day Welcomes Hero Back to Campus
Renowned Military Aviator Scott O’ Grady ('89) tells harrowing experience

Aviator and Entrepreneur to Speak to Prescott Graduates
John Wing, Chairman of Wing Aviation, will inspire new alumni at Prescott's Commencement Ceremony

Insitu CEO Steve Sliwa to Speak at Embry-Riddle Commencement
Dr. Sliwa is Former Embry-Riddle President

Chapter Leaders 'Retreat' to Prescott

Guest Speaker Planned for Worldwide Graduates
Sir Stuart Matthews to speak at Embry-Riddle Worldwide Commencement and receive honorary degree

Embry-Riddle Plans Inaugural Veterans Appreciation Day
Renowned Military Aviator Scott O’Grady to Speak

Embry-Riddle Students Named Finalists in NASA Means Business Competition
Marketing Plan Promotes NASA’s Constellation Program

Extreme Training at 30,000 Feet
Embry-Riddle’s High-Altitude Normobaric Lab Is Nation’s First

Alumnus Visits Campus to Share Career Success
Jonathan Tucker ('03, DB) is now a Captain on the Embraer 175.

Upcoming events with Transportation Research Board
View a list of aviation activities that are open to the public.

Matt Chapman's 2009 Airshow Schedule
Find out when Embry-Riddle's aerobatic pilot, Matt Chapman, will be performing near you!

Prescott Graduate to Launch Non-Profit Website
Greg Thomson (’01, PC) seeks other alumni to benefit from his new business

Embry-Riddle and Frasca Develop New Flight Training Device
New Training Device Will Be Unveiled at Embry-Riddle’s 2009 National Training Aircraft Symposium

ERAU Gains Support for Space Transportation R&D Institute
Multi-University Institute Would Boost R&D and Promote Spaceport Competitiveness

Congratulations to Student Newspaper Staff
Prescott's Horizons Receives Associated Collegiate Press Award

New Mentoring Program for Female Engineering Students
Program aimed at retaining female engineering students during first year of college

"Embry-Riddle at War: Aviation Training During WWII"
New Book Chronicles Embry-Riddle's Leading Role in WWII Aviation Training

Generous Gift to Benefit Baseball Program
Sliwa Family Donates $157,500 to Embry-Riddle Baseball Program

Alumni Invited to Campus Summer Programs
Find list of programs hosted at Daytona Beach and Prescott Campuses

Students Design "Greener" EcoCar
Embry-Riddle’s EcoCar Designers Pick Volt-style Powertrain for Their Car of Future

Embry-Riddle Ends To Soar Fundraising Campaign on High Note
University Tops $65 Million in Private Donations

The Need for Speed Continues
ERAU Jet Dragster Fires Up for Expanded 2009 Racing Season

PHL Gets New Aviation Director
Mark E. Gale ('87, DB) named acting aviation director

Embry-Riddle Launches Athletics "Hall of Fame"
Congratulations to the Inaugural Hall of Fame Class!

Undergraduate Named FAA Student Researcher of the Year
Dan Halperin ('09, DB) recognized in FAA’s Center of Excellence (COE) for General Aviation

Are we safer since 9/11?
Alumni invited to discuss intelligence, security, and operational issues facing nation’s airports

Unique products now available for alumni
Plastek LLC announces innovative aviation products offered at eaglesNEST

Ultimate dream comes true for Republic of Maldives woman
First woman from the Republic of Maldives to get an aeronautical degree and pursue piloting career

Alumnus produces his first TV show
Watch the first episode this Sunday, Jan. 11, at 6 p.m.

1991 Alumna Assigned to 50th Space Wing
Lt. Col. Deanna Burt to assume command of 2nd SOPS

Alumnus publishes book
"Project Seven Alpha, American Airlines in Burma 1942" is historically based novel with emphasis on aviation

Lockheed Martin makes $10K Gift
Donation will expand robotics development at Prescott Campus

Annual NYC Event Unites Embry-Riddle Students
Prescott, Daytona Beach and Worldwide Campus students enjoy action-packed trip

The Roost
Get in the game with the latest ERAU Athletics Newsletter

ERAU to Unleash a Symphony of Speed in 2009
See exciting news for an expanded 2009 season schedule

Two Million to Benefit Students
Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust Pledges $2 Million for New Aviation Maintenance Science Building

Are You on Facebook?
Become a member of the Facebook 'ERAU Alumni' Group

AOPA supports Embry-Riddle students
Recent $30K gift will contribute to students' scholarships

Advanced Center for Aero-Propulsion Established at Embry-Riddle
New center devoted to advanced research in aeronautics and propulsion systems.

Blind Alumnus Receives Scholarship
Barry Hyde ('07, DB) still has a vision for the future of aviation.

Embry-Riddle and Research Partners to Demo Weather Info Integration
New Tools Key to Better Air Traffic Control, Reducing Delays and Fuel Consumption

Embry-Riddle Remembers 9-11
Special memorial services hosted on Daytona Beach and Prescott Campuses

Alumnus Wins ASA Award
Ken Dufour named 2008 recipient of Jerry F. Larkins volunteer service award

Embry-Riddle Keeps Top Spot in U.S. News & World Report
ERAU Receives Best College Rankings for Ninth Year in a Row

Carrell Returns as Interim-Chancellor at Prescott
Dan Carrell returns to Prescott Campus as Interim-Chancellor

There are Careers in Aviation
Alumnus Jamail Larkins shares news in the St. Louis American

Sikorsky Engineer to Advise New Female Students at Orientation
Role-Model Alumna Janiece Lorey to Share Her Experiences

People Who Shape Our World
Worldwide alumnus recognized for his successful military career

Read "The Roost"
The official newsletter of Embry-Riddle Athletics

Online Program Gets National Spotlight
Embry-Riddle Worldwide Online Wins Blackboard Inc. Exemplary Course Award

Attention Women in the UK
New Women in Aviation Chapter at Lakenheath/Mildenhall

Ready, Set, Go Green
Embry-Riddle team gears up for GM's EcoCAR Challenge

Lunch With the Stars at EAA AirVenture
Aerobatic Performers, Jet Dragster Driver to Speak to Youth at BBQ

A Moment with the President
Alumnus accompanies U.S. President George W. Bush at France memorial

Alumnus serves community overseas
Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer and other volunteers bring relief to students in Thailand

Big News for Alumnus in France
Alumnus among first to fly Airbus A-380 Super Jumbo

Employment Opportunity at FIT
Florida Institute of Technology, College of Aeronautics seeks Director

Technology to Improve Safety, Lower Costs
Embry-Riddle Leads FAA Group Developing New Airport Lighting System for Remote Airports

New Career Opportunity
Full-Time Contract CFII is Wanted

Rocket-powered airplanes may increase your business
Santa Fe Rocket Racing brings marketing opportunity

The plight of a pilot in today's airline industry
Asst. prof. and former airline pilot Michele Summers-Halleran shares words of wisdom with pilots on national public radio.

Riddle Racers to keep tradition alive
All-women crew follows in footsteps of Heather Cupitt and Ashley Turk ('07).

ERAU Athletics Recognized for Program Excellence
Eagle Athletics Celebrates Program-Best Third Place Finish in Director’s Cup Standings

And the winners are ...
Student Teams Take Top Honors in FAA Design Competition

ERAU to be Honored for ADS-B Role
Embry-Riddle is among winners to receive Collier Trophy

Strata Newsletter

STRATA - Research at Embry-Riddle (Fall 2007 issue)

New & Improved eaglesNEST
The eaglesNEST now offers new and enhanced features to better serve alumni.

National Champions ... Again!
Golden Eagles Flight Team captures 7th National Championship

"I'm a Survivor"
ERAU Professor of Military Science at Prescott is cancer survivor

In Memory
Denis Ferreira ('03, DB) February 21, 2008

Aviation Sciences Professor Will Be Missed
Vance Fitzgerald Mitchell, Feb. 21, 2008

A Special Communication from the President
Alumni have opportunity to impact future of Embry-Riddle students