College of Aeronautics and Engineering
Fatal Crash to Shape Future Flight Training
Kent State University’s Maureen McFarland, Ph.D., spoke with WKYC-TV on what we know so far about the tragic mid-air collision on Jan. 29 in Washington, D.C., that has left 67 people dead.
Industry Spotlight - High Temperatures Systems
High Temperature Systems, a leader in molten metal handling since 1971, became a corporate sponsor of Kent State University's College of Aeronautics and Engineering in fall 2024, serving as title sponsor for the Design, Build, Fly Team.
Industry Spotlight - The Technology House
The Technology House, a local contract manufacturer since 1996, became a corporate sponsor of Kent State University's College of Aeronautics and Engineering in fall 2024 as title sponsor for the Design, Build, Fly Team.
Kent State Aeronautics Program Receives Groundbreaking FAA Drone Waiver
Kent State University’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering has achieved a significant milestone in advanced air mobility research, receiving a specialized Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) waiver for drone operations over people and moving vehicles.
Innovation in a Flash: Introduction to Engineering Hovercraft Challenge
On Friday, December 6th, students in Dr. Kelsen LaBerge’s Introduction to Engineering course demonstrated their Hovercraft projects.
Student Spotlight - Catherine Veranese Finds Flight Path to Success
For Catherine Veranese, a senior air traffic and airspace management student at Kent State University, the path to becoming an aviation professional has been paved with hands-on experience, leadership opportunities and industry connections.
Innovation Takes Flight: CAE Students Win National Recognition
In a remarkable demonstration of innovation and environmental consciousness, three College of Aeronautics and Engineering students have claimed second place in the prestigious 2023-2024 Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) University Design Competition.
Students in the Wild: Gabriel Colbrunn Pushes Boundaries in Biomedical Engineering Research
As a biomechanical testing intern, Gabe worked with a sophisticated six-degree-of-freedom robot, conducting critical research that could potentially revolutionize surgical practices.
Students in the Wild: Joshua Wood—Building a Foundation for the Future
For Joshua Wood, his summer internship at Primetals Technologies Inc. became more than just a learning experience—it confirmed his dream of becoming an engineer.
IN A FLASH: Bringing Students to STEM Studies
A group of high school students from Cleveland visited campus as part of a grant-funded program designed to showcase STEM education opportunities in robotics and computer science.