University News

Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University has named Joe Gibney, a proven aviation executive and strategic growth leader, as dean of the David B. O’Maley College of Business at its Daytona Beach Campus, effective March 2, 2026.

For the third consecutive year, Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University’s online bachelor’s degree programs were rated the highest among private institutions.

Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University Cadet Alec Bessonny has been named the Air Force ROTC All-American Student of the Year — a distinction awarded to three top ROTC seniors across all branches of military service.

Dr. Jeffrey Miller, a highly accomplished academic leader in the engineering and computer science fields, has been appointed dean of the College of Engineering at Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott, Arizona, campus.

Maj. Gen. Jeannie Leavitt, an aviation trailblazer and global leader in aerospace operations and safety, has been named dean of the College of Aviation at Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott, Arizona, campus.

Gulf Aviation Academy (GAA), the training arm of Gulf Air Group (GFG), recently welcomed a senior delegation from Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University led by President P. Barry Butler, Ph.D., and Dr. John R. Watret, chancellor of the Worldwide Campus.

ATP Flight School, the nation’s largest flight training provider, and Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University have announced a strategic partnership.

Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University Associate Professor of Safety Science Dr. Rajee Olaganathan recently represented the university at the Sustainable Aviation Futures (SAF) North America Congress, held Oct. 14-16 in Houston, Texas.

Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University has established a new tradition of international engagement through its International Ambassador Program, which connects students, faculty and industry partners around the world and is quickly becoming a key part of the university’s commitment to global collaboration, innovation, research and academic excellence.

Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University’s Golden Eagles Flight Team soared to its 39th consecutive regional championship title after dominating the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) SAFECON Region II competition.

A collaboration between Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University and the Prescott Western Heritage Foundation was announced during a private reception at the Western Heritage Center prior to the Foundation’s Boots on the Row fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 27.

Aircraft manufacturer AURA AERO has cut the ribbon on an 11,000 sq. ft facility at Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University’s Research Park that will serve as its U.S. headquarters and first production site. The campus will host the North American Delivery and Customer Support Center for the INTEGRAL program and lay the groundwork for the company’s hybrid-electric ERA aircraft.