College of Aeronautics and Engineering

FAA Erik Amend talks with students at the KSU airport

Kent State University’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering Welcomes Federal Aviation Administration Officials to Showcase Facilities and Capabilities

The visit highlighted the college’s current capabilities and plans for additional expansion and growth, particularly in advanced air mobility and aviation maintenance, and capabilities in workforce talent training and development.

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A student observes a drones flight through a video headset

Kent State University Awarded FAA Grant to Propel the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals

Kent State University has been selected as one of thirty-two schools nationwide to receive a significant grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) aimed at fostering the development of the future workforce in the aviation industry.

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"The Spirit of the Flying Deuce" at the Kent State University Airport

IN A FLASH: High Schooler's Photos Take Flight

A future Golden Flash visiting from Niles, Ohio, shared his photos taken at the Kent State University Airport. 

Tags: High School Students, College of Aeronautics and Engineering, Kent State Airport, Information Session, Aeronautics, Engineering, Community Impact

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A red-orange moon rises over the Kent State University Airport.

IN A FLASH: Red Moon Rising

A Kent State staffer captured spectacular views of a red moon over the Kent State University Airport.

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Air Force reserve soldier observes a radar readout

Industry Spotlight - United States Air Force Reserve

The Air Force Reserve served as an Official Corporate Partner for the ’23-24 school year and returns this fall as an Official Corporate Partner for the current ’24-25 school year at Kent State.

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Leah Benson welds in the CAE foundry

Leah Benson: “A Woman with a Dream”

Leah Benson's childhood dreams were filled with visions of flight. If you asked what creature she'd choose to be, she'd promptly reply, "A bird!" Her parents always encouraged her to pursue her passions, and now she's doing just that as a senior aerospace engineering student at Kent State's College of Aeronautics and Engineering (CAE).

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KSU Precision Flight Team shows off their awards from NIFA 2023

Kent State University Flight Team Secures 2nd Place after Updated Scoring

An updated scoring announcement has propelled the Kent State University Precision Flight Team to a 2nd place overall finish at the NIFA Region III Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON) and secured their invitation to the 2024 National NIFA SAFECON in May.

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Dexter Shreve banner portrait

Alumni Spotlight - Dexter Shreve '13

Dexter credits the hands-on learning experiences for preparing him for the real-world challenges of his career. In particular, the Materials and Processes class provided him with essential skills in machining, welding, and casting, which he later applied in various engineering roles.

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2024 FTC Robotics Challenge qualifier at the College of Aeronautics and Engineering

Robots Take Over the College of Aeronautics and Engineering

Kent State's College of Aeronautics and Engineering hosted a qualifying competition for the First Tech Challenge 2024 Robotics Competition.

Tags: College of Aeronautics and Engineering, robotics, Community Impact, Community & Society, Research & Science

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Laura Stephens

Staff Spotlight - Laura Stephens

Laura Stephens is a Career Advisor at Kent State University Career Exploration and Development (CED), serving the engineering, technology, and data community.

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