College of Aeronautics and Engineering
Professional pilot major Reilly Ferrie turns every opportunity into career momentum
From study abroad in Florence to award-winning aviation research and international conference participation, Reilly Ferrie has taken advantage of every opportunity available at Kent State University.
'Defying Gravity' On The Science Corridor
A not-so-wicked, drone-lifted witch flew over the Science Corridor on Kent State's Kent Campus as part of a "Train the Trainer" workshop.
Transforming Career Readiness Through Hands-On IT Experience
This past summer, Nil served as a Service Desk Level I Intern at Flynn Group, providing customer service and technical support across the group's numerous locations, developing essential skills that transformed his career trajectory.
Cole Dockus Takes Flight at Safran Power and Electrical
For Cole Dockus, a student in Kent State's College of Aeronautics and Engineering, finding the right internship meant more than just gaining experience—it meant positioning himself at the forefront of the aerospace industry.
Kent State Finishes Second Overall, Earns Top Honors in Flying Events at NIFA SAFECON Region III
The College of Aeronautics and Engineering at Kent State University hosted the 2025 National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) SAFECON Region III competition Oct. 19–24 at the Kent State University Airport in Stow, Ohio. The weeklong event brought together collegiate aviators from across the region for flight and ground competition focused on precision, safety and professionalism.
Discovering the Power of Industry Connections
Christopher DeDonato, an aerospace engineering major at Kent State's College of Aeronautics and Engineering, completed his internship at Center Street Technologies, a company pioneering polymer-based Big Area Additive Manufacturing (BAAM).
From Blueprint to Build Floor at PCC Airfoils
When aerospace engineering student Adam Varga secured his facilities engineer internship at PCC Airfoils, LLC this past summer, he knew he was stepping into a competitive field. What he didn't anticipate was just how transformative the experience would become.PCC Airfoils manufactures complex, highl…
‘I’m Not Going to Stop Until There’s a “Ph.D.” Next to My Name’
Delonte Goodman is a graduate student in Kent State's College of Aeronautics and Engineering. He will complete his master's program in mechatronics in December, before moving on to his doctoral program in the spring semester. He is active in multiple student and professional organizations at Kent State that enhance and complement his studies and also allow him to assist and mentor undergraduate students.
Charting a Path to Aviation Leadership
It was a childhood fascination with aviation that led alumna Linell Homentosky to choose Kent State University when it came time to pick the ideal college program for her. As she tells it, the interest was first sparked by her aunt, Judy, who was a flight attendant.
