Crew to deliver heavy payload of ‘Hope’ May 17, 2008
In 1994, Garan went back to school at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to get his master s in aeronautical science. He also earned a master s degree in aerospace engineering from the University of Florida in 1996. (The Citizen - online, TX)
Rays farmhand goes 5-for-5 May 11, 2008
"It was just one of those nights," said the product of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. "Honestly, it hasn't really hit me yet. I'm really excited. It's the first [five-hit game] ever for me and we won the game, so that's great.". (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Graduates face higher salaries but fewer jobs May 5, 2008
Meanwhile, Lisa Kollar, executive director of Career Services at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, said the aviation industry is still hiring and offering "great offers and salaries.". For Sasha Ellis, a 21-year-old recent graduate of Bethune-Cookman University, interviewing for executive retail security positions -- particularly at Target, where she recently completed a 10-week internship -- has been intense and nerve-wracking. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Continental plans to end Daytona service May 4, 2008
Mark Sheldon of New York, whose son attends Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, regularly flies between Newark and Daytona Beach on Continental. "The plane was 90 percent full," he said of his flight that landed at 5:30 p.m. Saturday. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Medallion of Excellence winners Apr 20, 2008
College career plans: Major in engineering physics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to be an engineer for NASA. ... College career plans: Major in mechanical engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to work in the aeronautical industry or Naval architecture ... Honors awards: Completed inaugural Engineering Scholars Program at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with straight A's; won second place in entomology at State Science Olympiad Meet; AP Scholar with honor. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Students Arrested For Allegedly Trying To Steal Baby Gator Apr 18, 2008
Text Size: (AP) Five Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University students are behind bars for trying to steal a baby alligator from a miniature golf course in Daytona Beach. Police say the students were booked into the Volusia County Jail Thursday morning on a felony charge of attempting to capture an alligator. (CBS News)
5 ERAU students charged in attempted alligator heist Apr 18, 2008
Five Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University students went fishing for an alligator from the Congo River Miniature Golf Course early Thursday but police nabbed them instead. Daytona Beach Shores public safety officers were first alerted that something was strange at the miniature golf course on South Atlantic Avenue when they spotted the students bolting from the property. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
More rules may add to airline woes Apr 17, 2008
Industry groups oppose the auctions because it "will create winners and losers within their membership . . . (and) a lot of uncertainty," said Daniel Petree, dean of the College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. CONTINUED 1. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Bumped fliers get more cash, but fares may rise Apr 17, 2008
(and) a lot of uncertainty, said Daniel Petree, dean of the College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. The nation's largest carriers control most of the slots at LaGuardia and don't want to lose or sell them, analysts said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Travelers keeping summer plans, for now Apr 14, 2008
"Airline service gets worse and worse, delays get worse and worse, and yet people are still flying in record numbers," said Alan Bender, professor of airline economics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. A faltering economy, record-high gas prices and upheaval in the airline industry seem like good reasons to stay home, but AAA spokesman Mike Pina expects the steady increase in summer travel to continue this year. (CNN -- Travel)
Letters for Monday, April 14, 2008 Apr 14, 2008
Your paper reported that Daniel Petree, dean of the College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. responded to a question as to why American Airlines didn't comply with the inspection deadline that, because it didn't, has resulted in massive cancellation of domestic flights, by saying, "The likely answer is, they believed they didn't have to.". (North County Times)
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University plans tech park Apr 12, 2008
Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Grounded: Air travelers wonder what's amiss Apr 12, 2008
"At first I thought the FAA overreacted," said William Waldock, a professor of safety science at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Arizona. "But in hindsight, I think they got complacent and let their guard down. So maybe people don't do things to the letter of the law, which can open the door to (safety) getting worse.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Embry-Riddle tech park to include solar plant, retail Apr 11, 2008
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University plans tech park - The Business Journal of Phoenix ... Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University plans tech park. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Questions and answers on the flight groundings Apr 10, 2008
A: "The likely answer is they believed they didn't have to," said Daniel Petree, dean of the College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. In general, businesses don't like to take on extra costs "if there is no payoff for them in doing it.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Maintenance concerns latest headache for fliers Apr 5, 2008
In recent years, public sentiment about regulation has been "less is more, but people have a right to be concerned," said Daniel Petree, dean of the College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. The public spotlight heated up last month after the FAA took the rare step of ordering the audit of maintenance records at all domestic carriers following reports of missed safety inspections at Dallas-based Southwest Airlines Co.. (CNN -- Travel)
Airline Maintenance on Fliers' Minds Apr 4, 2008
In recent years, public sentiment about regulation has been "less is more, but people have a right to be concerned," said Daniel Petree, dean of the College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. 1. (ABC News -- Wire)
New TSA screening helped nab man with bomb parts Apr 3, 2008
Richard Bloom, a dean who directs terrorism and security studies at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, said behavior detection can be effective. He said it takes appropriate research and training, as well as a protected system of detection consistently reviewed and tweaked. (USA Today)
Planning Board targets quirk Mar 28, 2008
Proposed rezoning 77 acres on the east side of Clyde Morris Boulevard, south of Bellevue Avenue, for the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Research and Technology Park. Site plans have not yet been submitted. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Soldier strives to recoverfrom loss of left foot Mar 19, 2008
He graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 2005. Army Lt. Col. Joseph J. Fenty Jr., 41, son of Joseph Fenty of Port Orange, was killed in a helicopter crash May 5, 2006, in Afghanistan. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
College students tackle nation's problems in Model U.S. Senate Mar 15, 2008
But for Langshaw, 38, a political science student at Stetson; Tim Mercer, 22, an aerospace student at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; and Valerie Watson, 22, a political science student at Bridgewater State College in Massachusetts, it's especially exciting. "I've been following the primaries. I know what issues (Sen. John McCain) stands for. I intend to make them clear to the other senators," said Mercer, who is representing McCain and hopes to become an officer in the U.S. Marine Corp.... (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Passengers air grievances on TSA blog Mar 15, 2008
"There are a lot of legitimate grievances and complaints from the traveling public," says Richard Bloom, director of terrorism, intelligence and security studies at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. "To collect them and read them and think about them and take action is a positive thing to do.". (CNN -- Travel)
Runway extension: Really about safety? Mar 15, 2008
"A longer runway is a great attractor," agreed Seth Young, an associate professor in the college of business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach who is not involved with the Craig fight. "With a long-enough runway, you can plan for more regular operations.". (Florida Times-Union)
Former NTSB Investigator in Charge Offers Safety of Flight Assessment on Behalf of Southwest Airlines Mar 8, 2008
He also received the 2001 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Distinguished Alumni Award for "extraordinary distinction and success in the field of aviation and achievements;" and the SAFE Association, Michael R. Grost Award for "outstanding contribution in the field of accident investigation." Greg is currently in private practice as an international aviation safety and security consultant specializing in: aircraft accident investigation, reconstruction and flight safety; expert witness... (PR Newswire)
Boys & Girls Clubs Youth of the Year 'did good' Mar 8, 2008
He has been accepted to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, making him the first in his family to attend college. Now back at Deltona High School, he's also involved in cheerleading and student government. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
NAIA contenders Mar 6, 2008
EMBRY-RIDDLE: The Eagles of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Ariz. continue to soar in NAIA wrestling. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Egg-drop troop Mar 5, 2008
NASA employees are "under a lot of pressure" to cut costs and improve efficiency, said Ericsson, who came to Daytona Beach as a guest speaker for Women's History Month at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Ericsson, 45, is the first black woman with an engineering doctorate to work at NASA's Goddard Flight and Space Center near Washington, D.C.. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Embry-Riddle senior top delegate at Model U.N. Mar 2, 2008
Recently, it was Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University senior Freddy Elorza's job to think like Orlov, act like Orlov, to basically be Orlov. And he did it so well he was named Outstanding Delegate in the Joint Cabinet Crisis committee at the Harvard National Model United Nations. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Black author to lectureon experiences with Klan Feb 28, 2008
Davis, who plans to lecture at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University on Friday night, spoke with The News-Journal recently by phone about hate groups, their motivations and his interactions with them ... WHERE: Willie Miller Instructional Center, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, 600 S. Clyde Morris Blvd., Daytona Beach. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Airplane Asphyxiation Feb 28, 2008
Explainer thanks Richard Fanjoy of Purdue University, Steve Jones of Western Michigan University, and William Waldock of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Related in SlateDaniel Engber asked if you can really get and explained how Airbus aced its. (Slate)
UGF wrestlers win NAIA Western Regional by 3 1/2 points Feb 25, 2008
Menlo College of California was 9 1/2 points behind the Argos in third, followed by Montana State-Northern, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University of Arizona and British Columbia's Simon Fraser University. Argo head coach Caleb Schaeffer said he hopes his team will give him two more weeks of dedication and perseverance. (Montana Standard, MT)
Local woman escapes carjacking and kidnapping Feb 20, 2008
Charity Gibson, who grew up in Chickamauga, is a student at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. She was held at gunpoint and placed into the back of her Mustang on Tuesday, Feb. 12, upon arriving at her residence on Boynton Boulevard in Daytona Beach. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Lunar eclipse area's last until 2010 Feb 19, 2008
"Lunar eclipses helped prove the earth was round," said Jason Aufdenberg, professor of physical sciences at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. "Aristarchus was able to calculate the relative distances of the sun and the moon from the earth by these events.". (Daytona Beach News Journal)
3 arrested in Daytona carjacking Feb 16, 2008
Chitwood said they considered six others before targeting a thin, pretty, soft-spoken Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University student as their victim. The three, who police say are part of a Crips gang, followed Charity Gibson, 26, to her Boynton Boulevard apartment late Tuesday afternoon. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Carjack victim says knowing car's features saved her life Feb 14, 2008
At times emotional, and then with firm resolve, the 26-year-old Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University flight student described the carjacking she endured late Tuesday afternoon. "It was intense," the Georgia native said Wednesday at Daytona Beach Police Department headquarters. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Astronaut encourages Campbell students to find their space Feb 5, 2008
Tweaking students' interest in science is the goal of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, which sponsored the visit by their alumnus. Drew earned a master of aerospace science from Embry-Riddle's Las Vegas campus in 1995. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
AOPAs 2007 Catch-A-Cardinal Nests in Texas Feb 1, 2008
The AOPA said Chase has given more than 6,300 hours of flight instruction during his 15 years as a CFI. Chase earned a bachelor s degree in aviation technology in 1992 and a master s in aeronautical science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Chase also is an FAA-appointed aviation safety counselor. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Guns: Airports should tighten weapons security Jan 29, 2008
But, even now, as Bloom, dean of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Ariz. notes, lax security persists. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Climate change to get intense focus of universities Jan 28, 2008
More than 1,450 campuses are expected to participate in Focus the Nation, which is being dubbed as "the largest teach-in in American history." The event kicks off with the Webcast Wednesday night of a documentary, "The 2% Solution," and continues with group discussion and other events at schools including Bethune-Cookman University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Stetson University and the University of Central Florida ... Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
More of this story Jan 24, 2008
Saturday proved to be a night of double good news as the Royals learned they have the sole lead of the conference due to a loss by No. 3 ranked Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Fla. to Savannah College of Art Design (Ga. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Crash of popular Boeing 777 scrutinized Jan 23, 2008
"It's a mystery from what I see so far," said Dennis Lessard, chairman of the Aeronautical Science Department at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Ariz. The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board has dispatched a team to assist in the investigation. (USA Today)
Do Pilots Practice Crash Landings? Jan 23, 2008
Explainer thanks Frank Ayers at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Steve Jones at Western Michigan University. Related in SlateJuliet Lapidos discovered why there are so many in the Sierra Nevadas. (Slate)
Retired Marine announces bid for 71st district Jan 22, 2008
Ettien received his bachelor s of science degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University while on active duty. He belongs to the American Legion Post 849 and is a life member of the Disabled American Veterans. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
ERAU grad, pilot Ogletree dies in crash Jan 22, 2008
Ogletree, 31, an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University graduate and former flight instructor, died late Wednesday when the plane he was flying crashed just after takeoff from the Tulsa, Okla. International Airport. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Crist wants $1 billion more for public schools Jan 18, 2008
But new students at other institutions, such as Stetson University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, would not. Van Gieson said students already enrolled in private colleges would be able to continue receiving the grants, under Crist's proposal. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Sisters & Success Jan 10, 2008
By the end of the 2007 season, Janelle, the older of the two siblings, set 10 school records in kills, attacks and service aces at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Janelle, a 2003 EUHS graduate, spent her first two years of college at California State University at Stanislaus before moving to Daytona Beach to join the Eagles in 2005. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
40th Expeditionary takes mission today Jan 9, 2008
The captain has a bachelor of science degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott. He has an Army Achievement Medal. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
IHG's Ken Bott to Present at MarketingSherpa Email Summit Jan 9, 2008
Bott holds degrees in Business Administration and Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The Email Summit is known for featuring the latest techniques for email marketing campaigns,'' said Eric Stockton, MarketingSherpa President. (Primezone Releases)
Serving the Flag for Saturday, Jan. 5 Jan 5, 2008
The lieutenant received a bachelor's degree in 2005 from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Camp Pendleton. Army Pvt. (North County Times)
Thomas Morris Jan 5, 2008
He received his training and education from the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and was employed there as an aircraft mechanic and inspector. He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Flight schools accelerate training to meet growing demand for pilots Jan 3, 2008
The lion's share of them are enrolled at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach. Nationally, there are nearly 85,000 student pilots, including more than 5,000 foreign students. (Orlando Sentinel)
Together (12/31/07) Jan 1, 2008
Anchorage Daily News. All Alaska in one click -- news, blogs, videos and more. (Anchorage Daily News)
Southwest hopes changes add up to some ch-cha-ching Dec 28, 2007
Airline economist Alan Bender, a professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, says Southwest is at a crossroads and needs to make some changes. "But these are just baby steps that they've made so far," Bender says. (USA Today -- Money)
Finding some positives Dec 25, 2007
Mary Van Buren, a Sutton Place resident and assistant director for communications for Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, got a phone call about the tornado while celebrating Christmas with her family in Michigan. "It was basically the worst Christmas of my life as you can imagine," she said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
ERAU experience shared by employees Dec 25, 2007
DAYTONA BEACH -- Bob Freshwaters took a job as a security patrolman at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University three years ago to get his son, Rob, a discount on tuition. Freshwaters, 61, is a Vietnam veteran and longtime police officer who's seen California earthquakes and Florida hurricanes. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Cold Case File Dec 24, 2007
Fazeli-Oates, an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University graduate living near Houston, was visiting her mom here. They stopped at several biker bars and shopped together. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Area man captures Carnegie honor Dec 21, 2007
Last year, Stephen Sliwa, a racecar driver and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University student, received the medal for pulling an elderly Daytona Beach woman from a burning car just before it exploded. Aside from a bronze medal, Meeks will receive $5,000. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
More airlines offering a good night's sleep Dec 19, 2007
But because of deregulation and increased competition, the economics of the airline industry changed, said Dan Petree, dean of the College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. It became much more difficult to allocate space to beds over seats, he said. (CNN -- Travel)
Mom of 7 finds new career, calling in chiropractic field Dec 15, 2007
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach. NUMBER OF GRADUATES: 364. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
ERAU men's soccer team tops in academics Dec 13, 2007
DAYTONA BEACH -- Hugh Davey and his 21 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University teammates had a big year on the soccer field, reaching the quarterfinals of the NAIA Men's Soccer National Championship ... Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's soccer team ranked first nationally in academics for the 2006-07 school year with a 3. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
U.S. to limit flights at Kennedy Dec 12, 2007
"Will people get hurt? Of course they will," said Darryl Jenkins, an aviation consultant who currently teaches at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He added, "The flying public is the one that always gets hurt in these things.". (International Herald Tribune)
Sweet dreams: More airlines offering beds Dec 11, 2007
But because of deregulation and increased competition, the economics of the airline industry changed, said Dan Petree, dean of the College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. It became much more difficult to allocate spending space on beds over seats, he said. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Men's Soccer Earns Academic Honors Dec 11, 2007
10 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Ariz ... 31 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Fla. (Gozags.com)
Report: Aviation Officials To Announce Plan Limiting JFK Flights Dec 11, 2007
"Will people get hurt? Of course they will," said Darryl Jenkins, an aviation consultant who currently teaches at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. HOLIDAY SLIDESHOWS. (WNBC.com, NY)
More foreign students study at US colleges Dec 9, 2007
Locally, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the University of Central Florida -- which has a branch campus in Daytona Beach -- showed big gains that offset a drop in foreign students at other local schools, according to the institute. UCF enrolled 1,635 foreign students last school year, a 31 percent increase from the year before. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
