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Meet Sam C.
- Campus: Worldwide
- Degree: Aviation Maintenance
- Hometown: San Diego, California
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Good Morning!
Coffee Culture
Sam is Lebanese — and Lebanese coffee, as opposed to American coffee, is very finely ground and served with cardamom in espresso cups.
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A Day at Work
Valuable Knowledge
Many skills learned at Embry-Riddle, from leadership to project management to team collaboration, are applicable in any field — not just aviation.
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Study Session
Industry Growth
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians is steadily growing at a rate of 4%!
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Getting in Gear
You Have Options
In the B.S. in Aviation Maintenance, students choose a specialty in either Management or Safety.
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Taking a Break
Connecting From a Distance
From logging on to the eUnion to getting involved in organizations to making connections in class, the opportunities to connect with your peers at Embry-Riddle Worldwide are plentiful!
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Accessible Education
The Balancing Act
Many Embry-Riddle Worldwide students maintain their career while completing their degree — thanks to the flexibility of online learning through Embry-Riddle Worldwide.