B-CU president defends students, fires 2 dorm workers Oct 1, 2009
The number of service calls -- particularly for assault and battery cases -- at Cookman this year are on a par with two larger schools in the city, Daytona State College and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Reed said universities with their own security forces manage better than those with outsourced firms. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Mercury ready for a rare close-up Sep 26, 2009
"Anything that creates a lot of liquid spinning really stands in the way of spacecraft stability," says of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. Shifting liquids might set the spacecraft pointing the wrong way, for example, or choke the combustion of fuel. (USA Today -- Tech)
State official: Volusia needs emphasis on education to help economy Sep 26, 2009
Larger colleges with campuses in Volusia County are Bethune-Cookman University, Daytona State College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Stetson University and the University of Central Florida. Coupled with its tourist attractions and the cultural amenities, higher education can bring new people and new ideas to the community, Williams said. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Judge orders Kuwaiti freed from Gitmo Sep 26, 2009
Al Rabiah is a 50-year-old father of four with degrees in aviation studies from AST University in Scotland and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. He worked for Kuwait Airways for 20 years, was part owner of a health club in Kuwait and often traveled to impoverished countries he said it was for charitable relief work, but government attorneys argued it was in support of terrorist organizations. (MSNBC -- International)
AIR FORCE -- Two Airmen Assigned to 2010 Space Shuttle Mission Sep 25, 2009
NASA officials assign crew for final scheduled Space Shuttle mission (DOD DefenseLINK)
Pilot George Maddox, 54, died of injuries from plane crash in NJ Sep 25, 2009
At 30, he earned a bachelor s of science degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. Afterward, he worked as a flight instructor several years for Epps Aviation at the DeKalb-Peachtree Airport. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Volunteers take time to create sundial Sep 24, 2009
DAYTONA BEACH -- Jason Aufdenberg, a professor of astronomy and physics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, is a vegetarian and avid bicyclist who doesn't even own a car. And these days, like a lot of folks, he's interested in "going green" and being of service to humanity. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Students would welcome proposed Pell Grant boost Sep 23, 2009
"I'm mad I can't fly now," Robinson said Friday in the student union of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he is a sophomore. He's struggling to come up with flight fees, which, along with tuition, room and board and other fees at Riddle, add up to an estimated $53,000 a year for aeronautical science majors. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
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East Volusia News - newsjournalonline. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2009. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Little-used airports cost taxpayers big money Sep 17, 2009
Three-quarters of general-aviation airports lose money every year and stay solvent only with cash from local taxpayers, says Vitaly Guzhva, a finance professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida. "An awful lot of them are in very deep financial trouble," airport consultant David Plavin says. (USA Today -- Money)
Sister Cities of Volusia founder started friendship with world Sep 14, 2009
Nelson retired in 1989, at age 66, as the head of the English department at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. "I couldn't sit and play bridge and knit," Nelson said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Official honored for years of public service Sep 10, 2009
Large was born in New York City, graduated from Marist College, Poughkeepsie N.Y., with a bachelor's degree in physics, and graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a master's in aeronomical engineering. While he was working for IBM in 1971, Large and his wife, Peggy, bought a motel in the Shores. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Meals become balancing act when cafeterias forgo trays to save water Sep 10, 2009
The other day, Jonathan Barksdale, a freshman at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University couldn't decide between pizza and a burger with fries. So he chose both, balancing one dish on top of the other while holding a drink in his other hand as he made his way to a seat in the University Village cafeteria. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Area skies good place to stretch wings Sep 7, 2009
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University stands as the flagship for flight training locally, but not everyone is looking for a four-year degree or to become a professional pilot. Hobbyists and business people looking to avoid the hassles of commercial flying keep flight schools busy. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Sept. 11 ceremonies planned Sep 7, 2009
SEPT. 11 REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY: with opening by ERAU president John P. Johnson, color guard ceremony by Daytona Beach Fire and Police Departments and contributions by students, faculty and campus clubs, 9:45-10:30 a.m., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Spruance Field, 600 S. Clyde Morris Blvd., Daytona Beach. 386-226-6198. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Milo Zonka does his homework Aug 31, 2009
Zonka toured Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and, as an aside, visited Florida Tech. He decided he liked the Melbourne school better because of its diverse academic offerings. (Florida Today)
College's enrollment through the roof Aug 31, 2009
Stetson University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University might see a small downturn, while Bethune-Cookman University is anticipating the same or slightly more students than last year. The recession, officials say, has a lot to do with it. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Ormond lawyer hopes to ride waves to championship Aug 28, 2009
His skills improved, however, during four years of college, thanks to a surfing roommate at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. After graduation in 1992, though, career and family took over. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
ERAU grad to call space station home Aug 25, 2009
DAYTONA BEACH -- Astronaut Nicole Stott came to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in the mid-1980s dreaming of traveling into space. A quarter-century later, she was scheduled to do just that early this morning on Space Shuttle Discovery. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
News from area colleges and universities Aug 23, 2009
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Preparing to launch its first doctoral programs in aviation and engineering physics. Stetson University: New president, provost overseeing rollout of new course-delivery system. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Students learning to cut back as college costs rise Aug 22, 2009
School costs are up, estimated enrollments and scholarship opportunities are down, and money is tight for the estimated 10,000 students attending Stetson University in DeLand, and Bethune-Cookman University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, both in Daytona Beach, this fall. "It's definitely a tighter belt. It wasn't until just a couple of weeks ago that I even knew I would be coming back here," Sam Callahan, a 19-year-old female sophomore from Delaware, said Wednesday while spending more... (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
KSC job gave astronaut special insight Aug 21, 2009
Stott earned a bachelor's degree in aeronautical engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 1987. Then she took a job as a structural design engineer at Pratt ey in West Palm Beach. (Florida Today)
Stetson, ERAU listed among best colleges Aug 15, 2009
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, based in Daytona Beach, was rated 581st nationally and 15th in the state. The magazine rates 600 of the best private and public colleges and universities in the United States based on students' evaluations of courses and professors, graduate success, average student debt, graduation rates, prestigious student and faculty awards and other data. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Holding out hope for economic unity Aug 14, 2009
Since then, the Virtual Entrepreneur Center was established at Daytona State College as a resource for businesses, and the University of Central Florida teamed with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to develop a master's program in simulation. "Cooperation like this is always important, but it is even more critical when times are tough," Wakefield said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Many Near-Misses in N.Y. Skies Aug 14, 2009
"I'm surprised we haven't had more incidents," said Chris Meigs, an assistant professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University who became familiar with the Hudson River airspace while flying for a commercial airline out of Newark, N.J.. "It's a really, really busy airspace," she said. (Fox News)
Colleges look to make campuses smokeless Aug 12, 2009
Daytona State College, the University of Central Florida, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Stetson University and Keiser University. -- Tobacco is banned from the entire Bethune-Cookman University campus. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Business events Aug 9, 2009
Speaker: Brandon Young, human resources executive director, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Cost: $18. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
New GI bill offers college for free Aug 5, 2009
The other participating Hawaii schools are Argosy University, Central Michigan University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Heald College, Remington College and the University of Phoenix ... The other participating Hawaii schools are Argosy University, Central Michigan University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Heald College, Remington College and the University of Phoenix. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Wade keeps post Jul 26, 2009
Members of The Sun Conference include Ave Maria University, Edward Waters College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida Memorial University, Johnson & Wales University, Northwood University, Savannah College of Art and Design, St. Thomas University, University of South Carolina at Beaufort, Southeastern University, Warner University, and Webber International University. With 50,000 student-athletes competing at nearly 300 member schools, NAIA promotes character-driven intercollegiate... (Lake Wales News, FL)
Efforts to resolve Ormond airport noise issues still up in the air Jul 26, 2009
Pilots from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University flew two aircraft on different patterns around the airport last week while members of the Aircraft Noise Abatement Task Force and residents listened from the ground. Some task force members also were passengers on the planes, said Frank Ayers, a task force member chairman of ERAU's flight training department. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
ERAU scientist awarded $500,000 grant Jul 25, 2009
Katariina Nykyri, a 34-year-old physical scientist at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, recently received a National Science Foundation grant worth nearly $500,000 over the next five years to study plasma and its interactions with the Earth's magnetosphere. PLASMA. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Thirteenth Annual Capital Alumni Network Softball Tournament Hosting Record Number Jul 25, 2009
Sponsored by Glaceau Vitaminwater, OnTap Magazine, Union Mortgage Group, NORPress Photo & Printing Services, Dick's Sporting Goods, Summit Marketing and Panera Bread Company, this year's tournament field is comprised of teams representing the following Washington, D.C. Alumni Chapters: American University, Arizona State University, Auburn University, Baylor University, Boston College, Boston University, Bucknell University, Carnegie Mellon University, Clemson University, Colgate University,... (PR Newswire)
Colleges need shot in financial arm Jul 22, 2009
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University -- which prepares its students largely within one industry -- has targeted partnerships with the companies that are hiring. In any event, local colleges and universities need the shot in the arm that philanthropy can provide. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Study questions if colleges will be ready for soldiers Jul 22, 2009
SERVING THOSE WHO SERVED: Faith DesLauriers, director of veterans affairs at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, said she hopes the study will serve as a catalyst for more administrators to recognize the needs of student-veterans. NEW GI BILL: The Post-9 11 GI Bill provides men and women with as few as 90 days' service since Sept. 10, 2001, with new benefits starting in August. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Hawaii may apply for spaceport license to alleviate tourism slump Jul 15, 2009
"It's hard to tell whether the industry is ahead of its time, or if some of the launch sites may be too late getting into the game," said Edward Ellegood, space policy analyst and director of aerospace development at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. "It might be a really good time, if that industry is really going to take off. But if that industry is not advancing as hoped, then it could be awhile before it develops a sufficient base to really become a viable business... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Change of command for fort's Air Force training detachment Jul 12, 2009
Besides his bachelor s degree in Russian area studies, he has a master s of aeronautical science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University at Nellis. His decorations include two Meritorious Service Medals, three Air Force Commendation Meals and an Air Force Achievement Medal. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Test flights may help ease airport noise concerns Jul 2, 2009
ORMOND BEACH -- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is flying in a pair of planes for a workshop in hopes of finding routes more pleasing to the ears of residents around the Ormond Beach Airport. "We are going to experiment with different patterns that reduce the noise footprint of the airplanes flying at the airport," said Frank Ayers, chairman of the university's flight training department and a member of a city task force formed to deal with complaints from residents about airplane noise. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Holiday closings Jul 1, 2009
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is closed Thursday and Friday. All other colleges are closed Friday. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Safety 'faults' in jet draw scrutiny Jul 1, 2009
"The plane didn't come screaming out of the sky at high speed," said safety expert Bill Waldock of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Arizona. "The plane was probably under a more controlled descent and came down at a shallower angle.". (USA Today)
City College program lands at McClellan Park Jun 30, 2009
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University teaches about 15 students at its year-old center at Mather, said Sheri Byrd, western regional marketing manager. The school has boosted outreach in an attempt to grow the local program. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Ormond task force takes on aircraft noise issue Jun 25, 2009
Later, Frank Ayers, a task force member who is also chairman of the Flight Training Department at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, was emphasizing the school's professional standards. Kinsler challenged that. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Local corner Jun 24, 2009
Michel Dhainaut, who is a professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, competed in five races and medaled in each of them. Dhainaut won a gold medal in the Men's Quad; silver medals in the Men's Master double scull, the Men's Master single scull and the Men's Lightweight single sculls; and a bronze medal in the Men's Open double scull with Chris Staley. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
ERAU students flying in 2,400-mile competition Jun 23, 2009
DAYTONA BEACH -- Two Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University students will join more than 60 other women today in taking off on a four-day air race. Pilot Marisha Falk and co-pilot Hannah Northern are scheduled to leave Denver this morning on a zigzag route that will cover about 2,400 miles, ending at Atlantic, Iowa, on Friday. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Junior ROTC students learn about leadership, eggs Jun 18, 2009
But this weekend, the Silvas will attend Rubiano's graduation from a weeklong NJROTC program hosted by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The first-time event brought 300 top cadets, selected from 75,000 at 639 high schools in 40 states and overseas military bases. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Coast Guard officer killed in helicopter crash off Oahu receives posthumous degree Jun 17, 2009
U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Josh Nichols was posthumously awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in professional aeronautics by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in a ceremony Saturday at Hickam Air Force Base. Nichols' wife, Danielle, accepted the diploma. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Embry-Riddle gets $600,000 grant to sponsor needy nonflight students Jun 16, 2009
DAYTONA BEACH -- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University will be able to open its doors to 13 additional financially needy students, thanks to a National Science Foundation grant. The university will get nearly $600,000 for qualifying students in fall 2010, said Massood Towhidnejad, chair of computer and software engineering. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Former Plano student commissioned as officer Jun 5, 2009
She fell in love with the idea of flying and set her sights on attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Throughout the application and scholarship process, Napoli supported her. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Council picks beach vendors Jun 5, 2009
Moved forward with a plan that would allow Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to develop park-related facilities in a portion of a 35-acre undeveloped area bordering the Daytona Highlands neighborhood. Representatives of the neighborhood -- where the issue has been controversial -- offered preliminary support for a negotiated proposal that would leave the vast majority of the tract undeveloped. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Brazil: More debris found from Air France jet Jun 4, 2009
"There was some kind of in-flight violent" incident, said Bill Waldock, an air-crash expert at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Ariz. Waldock suspects weather namely, the 100-mph winds the airplane apparently encountered that could have gotten underneath the wings and shaken the plane. (USA Today)
Holly Hill youths earn Eagle rank Jun 4, 2009
He will be attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University starting this summer. He is the son of Teana Sowers and Dale Sowers both of Holly Hill. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
> read more Jun 3, 2009
Plenty, says Jason Aufdenberg of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida, who was not a member of the discovery team. For starters, we get the diameter of the eclipsed star, putting an upper limit on its mass. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
How Do You Find a Jet That's Crashed in the Ocean? Jun 3, 2009
Explainer thanks Les Dorr of the Federal Aviation Administration, Lt. Col. Jed Hudson of the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center, Ted Lopatkiewicz of the National Transportation Safety Board, Richard Schaefer of the Coast Guard Office of Search and Rescue, and Bill Waldock of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Juliet Lapidos is a Slate assistant editor. (Slate)
Search for Flight 447 could be lengthy Jun 2, 2009
But if the plane came apart at 35,000 feet, "you could have debris scatter a couple of hundred miles," said Bill Waldock, an air-crash expert at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. "The currents could carry parts of the airplane a long, long ways away.". (USA Today -- News)
Inaugural job fair offers opportunity Jun 2, 2009
The following educational institutions will attend: Allan Hancock College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Lompoc Unified School District Adult Education Office, Santa Barbara City College and University of Laverne. Excel and Express Personnel Services will also attend. (Lompoc Record, CA)
The list: Largest area colleges and universities May 31, 2009
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, 600 S. Clyde Morris Blvd., Daytona Beach; John P. Johnson; 1925; 4,723. 3. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Who's new, what's new May 31, 2009
He has a bachelor's degree in aeronautical science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The Daytona Beach News-Journal publishes notices of new hires and promotions of managers and professionals in Volusia and Flagler counties. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Fair to connect job seekers, employers May 27, 2009
Hancock, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Lompoc Unified School District Adult Education office, the University of LaVerne and Santa Barbara Business College, as well as others, will be there to talk about career paths. May 27, 2009. (Lompoc Record, CA)
ERAU graduate heads off to 2nd tour in Iraq May 26, 2009
Scott Capehart, a Spruce Creek High and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University graduate, recently deployed for a second time to Iraq ... Scott Capehart, 37, a Spruce Creek high School (1989) and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University graduate. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Ocoee plans Memorial Day ceremony this Friday, May 22 May 21, 2009
In 1992, he got his MBA in aviation at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. In 1999, he retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of major and joined the Orange County Facilities Management, where he is currently employed. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
Space Littering Can Impact Earth's Atmosphere May 20, 2009
That study published in Astropolitics this past March, an international journal of space politics and policy includes analysis from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona, Fla. and provides a market analysis for estimating future ozone layer depletion based on the expected growth of the space industry and known impacts of rocket launches. (Fox News)
Daytona club gets kick out of rugby May 19, 2009
At first glance, Catania and his teammates looked as if they were playing touch football -- passing, catching and kicking an oddly shaped ball across a bumpy field at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. But touch football and rugby are about as different as veggie burgers and hamburger. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
American Pacific Mourns the Loss of Board Director Norval F. Pohl, PhD May 14, 2009
LAS VEGAS, May 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Pacific Corporation (Nasdaq: ) today reports that board member Norval F. Pohl, PhD, Chancellor of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott passed away at his home in Phoenix, Arizona on Tuesday, May 12 ... Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is the world's largest accredited university specializing in aviation and aerospace ... Dr. Pohl joined Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 2007. (PR Newswire)
Grad with edge lands job May 14, 2009
Nicole Lambiase was the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University student wearing the cap. A mechanical engineering major, Lambiase started her job search last September. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Flagler County mandiscovers 2nd career ascaretaker of exotic wildlife May 11, 2009
Jen Haydt graduated Tuesday from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. 4 cougars. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Lesson in Life May 10, 2009
Jen Haydt graduated Tuesday from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University ... Jen Haydt, who graduated Tuesday with a civil engineering degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, is the only one of our six who plans to pursue a career-oriented job right out of school. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
