Spring/Summer 2022
Practice Makes Possibilities
Eagle pilots Virgin Orbit’s first night launch, first UK satellite launch
Eagle Helped ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Soar
Navy fighter pilot alum helped the makers of the new movie get it right
Artemis Connection
Scott Cieslak (’09) plays pivotal role in umbilical mate operations for NASA Moon mission
From the President
Innovations
Back to topEmbry-Riddle Alumna Helped Engineer Sunshield for James Webb Space Telescope
Space physics grad tested telescope sunshield at Northrop Grumman
Center for Aerospace Resilience Seeks Cyber Solutions
Research focuses on cybersecurity and data analytics applications for the aviation and aerospace industry
Deputized Drones
Sheriff's deputy grows UAS program in the Midwest
German Air Force Chief Aims to Transform Fleet
Lt. Gen. Ingo Gerhartz used master’s degree to streamline operations
Cyber Scholars
Embry‑Riddle awarded $3.8 million for cybersecurity scholarships
Clearing Space Junk
Professor’s space debris removal device receives patent
Mars Mission
Embry‑Riddle students build instruments for Mars-bound satellites
Snake Trackers
Eagles use drones to track invasive pythons in the Everglades
Exploring Big Questions
Embry‑Riddle’s new Presidential Research Fellows are exploring solutions to aviation’s biggest challenges
Alumni News
Back to topEagle’s Career Encompasses Spy Planes, Spacesuits and the Movies
Alumnus makes the perfect spacesuit fit
Engineer, Author Teaches You to Turn Strangers into Advocates – and Employers
Coming Soon: Webinar from the Author of ‘The 2-Hour Job Search’
Engineer-Test Pilot Enjoys Doing it All
Bobby Drouin helps design the planes he tests
Women’s Giving Circle turns Fledglings into Eagles who Soar
Giving Circle supports women going into aviation and aerospace
Lighting the Fire
Finding meaning in supporting students through Philanthropy Councils
When Your Job is Space Camp
Alumna works on inflatable habitat for Sierra Space
5 Questions with: Carlos D. Aguilar Velin, an Eagle with CP
Alumnus lands job with help from Alumni Career Engagement
‘Greg, I Just Got a Job:’ The Rules of Being a Great Mentor
Boeing exec gives back to the next generation of Eagles
Aviation VP’s Professional Network Extends Her Outreach to Ukraine
Eagle delivers supplies with airlines' help
Eagle Shares Account of SpaceX Mission
Citizen-astronaut inspires students to dream of space
Endless Possibilities
Alumnus overcomes challenges
to complete Earthrounder mission
Navigating Success
Janet Grondin (’89) finds a stellar solution after successful military career
We’re Here for You
A message from
the executive director
New Delta Chi Fellowship is an Investment in Leaders
Chapter establishes fellowship for student leaders
We’re Back!
Alumni Engagement is hosting in-person events around the country
University News
Back to topPropelling Discovery
Duva Fellowship research drives efficiency and safety improvements
Right Place, Right Eagles
Eagles help rescue pilot after emergency landing
From Skyscrapers to Air Power
Renowned photographer Charles Ebbets captured key moments in Embry‑Riddle history
A Career Winner
Angie Engel is eager to help Eagle alumni advance their careers
Floating Mystery No Longer So Mysterious
Alumni chime in on their memories of the Riddle Regatta
Brown Pledge of $25 Million, State of Florida Match to Spur Growth in Innovation, Jobs
Embry‑Riddle receives single-largest gift in its 96-Year history
A Gift That Keeps Giving
Learn how charitable giving helps your loved ones and the causes you care about
Who’s That Lady?
Help us place this photo from the archives