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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University student Andrew Mayott saw the need for a drone that could carry heavy loads — so he decided to form his own aerospace startup company to design and build one.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University faculty led students this summer in a new study abroad program to India that included a behind-the-scenes tour of the Boeing India Engineering and Technology Center, the largest Boeing facility of its kind outside the U.S.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Worldwide, home to the university’s premier online programs and locations across the globe, honored its 100,000th graduate at a recent commencement ceremony aboard the USS Midway Museum in San Diego.

More than 90 students presented 58 research projects at Embry-Riddle’s second annual Summer Research Symposium. Held at the Mori Hosseini Student Union, the event featured work by students who collaborated with faculty mentors on a broad range of advanced research.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University students delivered an impressive performance in competition at the 2026 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate National Leadership Conference, capturing a national title in cybersecurity and earning top finishes in several other events.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s residential campuses in Arizona and Florida produce the highest-paid graduates in their respective states, according to a Business Insider analysis of federal higher education data.

Families and friends from across the country and around the globe recently gathered to celebrate more than 400 Eagles earning their diplomas from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Worldwide Campus.

Students from Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University’s Cyber Intelligence and Security (CIS) department were invited to develop and host a capture-the-flag competition at the recent Aviation Cybersecurity Summit in Orlando, Florida, Nov. 2-4.

An alumnus and seasoned aviation business executive, Joe Gibney stepped into the role of dean of Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University’s David B. O’Maley College of Business in early March with a clear mandate — strengthen the college’s industry relevance, expand opportunities for students and position the college as the premier destination for aviation and aerospace business education.

Kenn Ricci, an Embry‑Riddle Board of Trustees member and a world-renowned aviation entrepreneur whose companies include private aviation leader Flexjet, told graduates of the world’s leading aviation and aerospace institution that aviators have a special bond.

At the commencement ceremony for Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott, Arizona, campus, more than 500 graduates crossed the stage to receive their degrees.

Michael Manazir, retired two-star rear admiral and author of “Learn How to Lead to Win,” recently encouraged Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University students to embrace their potential as leaders and to reframe mistakes as learning opportunities.