Department of Defense Awards Scholarships to Six Embry-Riddle Students
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Six students from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University recently received Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) scholarships from the United States Department of Defense.
Ph.D. student Nicholas Zhu conducts research on experimental aerodynamics in the subsonic wind tunnel on Embry-Riddle’s Daytona Beach Campus. (Photo: Embry-Riddle/David Massey)
“This scholarship will make a huge difference in my life. Now I can focus more energy into my classes, as well as gain experience through internships while I am still in school.” - Kayann Coote, Aerospace Engineering junior DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (PRWEB)
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As aircraft become more electric, engines become more efficient and spacecraft seek to conquer new frontiers, the aerospace and defense industry needs fresh ideas from younger generations that grew up with a passion for sustainability and innovative technologies.
Through the annual 20 Twenties program, the Aviation Week Network and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) recognize young, rising stars within the industry. Top students working to solve aerospace challenges are nominated by universities around the world, and a judging panel comprised of hiring managers, engineers and academics selects 20 exceptional winners. Nominees are evaluated based on academic performance, civic contribution and the value of their research or design projects.