As a First Officer for Republic Airways, Anisa says every day brings a new adventure and an opportunity to make a difference. (Photo: Anisa Imtiaz)

Breaking Barriers in the Sky

Anisa Imtiaz (’25) made history as the first female Bangladeshi airline pilot in the United States, overcoming cultural barriers and countless doubts to pursue her dream. Now a first officer for Republic Airways and an Aeronautics student at Embry‑Riddle, she’s inspiring the next generation of women in aviation to soar boldly past expectations.

Find Your Path at Embry-Riddle
Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University is a vibrant academic community of thinkers, doers, discoverers and pioneers at the intersection of aviation, aerospace and the future. We move fast. We take charge. We make groundbreaking discoveries. Our students are leaders of tomorrow — designing, building, piloting and inventing innovations that will change the world.

Featured Stories

Photo collage of Amy Martin from her NOAA internship
Charting New Waters: Amy Martin’s Journey From Aviation to Marine Science
Amy Martin completed a coveted research internship with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), where she worked alongside industry professionals to apply classroom lessons to real-world challenges.
Student seated in Adirondack chair on campus lawn with legs crossed, trees and landscaped walkways around a low academic building in background.
Global Security and Intelligence Studies Major Looks Back on Freshman Year
Sophomore student Alix Craft has some advice for incoming students to help you make the most out of your freshman year.
Joe, piloting an aircraft.
Eagle Grad Builds Career Exploring the Human Side of Aviation
After initially pursuing air traffic control as a career, Joe Jaworski found his calling as a human factor specialist for the FAA.
Darcy Cruz, project manager for Duckweed Labs, a NASA‑funded project, is committed to furthering her research on sustainable solutions for long-term space travel. (Photo: Bill Fredette-Huffman)
Rise and Thrive
Embry-Riddle graduate Darcy Cruz (’25) is a relentless force, driven by a fierce passion for aviation and space operations that powered her journey from military service to leading NASA-funded research.
Barrett Cutshall at the Spruance ROTC Center (Photo: Joey Harrison)
How Embry‑Riddle ROTC Has Impacted Barrett Cutshall
With big plans for her future, Barrett Cutshall is pushing herself as an athlete and Army ROTC cadet — all while pursuing her degree in Aerospace Physiology at Embry‑Riddle.

A Day in the Life

Get to know Marily A.-H., a driven Worldwide Campus Aeronautics student balancing full-time work, online classes and campus involvement, all while chasing big dreams one step at a time.
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Insights

Embry‑Riddle Air Traffic Management students gain hands-on experience in the ATM TRacon and tower labs on the Daytona Beach Campus. (Photo: Embry‑Riddle / Bill Fredette-Huffman)
How to Become an Air Traffic Controller
Worldwide College of Aviation Associate Professor Dr. Linda Vee Weiland shares insights and knowledge on the air traffic industry.
March 20, 2024
Embry‑Riddle students are gaining hands-on experience in the lab on the Daytona Beach Campus. (Photo: Bill Fredette-Huffman)
What is Human Factors Psychology?
Explore human factors psychology, a field that blends psychology, engineering and design to improve safety, efficiency and user experience.
October 3, 2025
Advanced Dynamics Lab
How to Become an Aerospace Engineer
Learn how to become an aerospace engineer at ˛ÝÝ®ĘÓƵ. Discover diverse careers, hands-on experiences and specializations in the aerospace industry.
September 12, 2025
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By the Numbers

Future students and families attend tours and capture memories on Embry-Riddle's campus. (Photo: Embry-Riddle)
1926
the year Embry-Riddle was founded
Air traffic control laboratories
100+
degrees to choose from
Embry‑Riddle researchers recently published findings analyzing how more than 700 participants responded to photographs of potential aviation job applicants in the peer-reviewed journal “Technology in Society.”
93%
employed or continuing education within a year of graduation
Graduation
165,000
alumni around the world
Be a part of Embry‑Riddle’s unparalleled tradition. With more than 165,000 graduates around the globe, our Eagles are not only leading the future, they're shaping it. Our alumni share a determination to succeed and make up a global network that spans 50 states and over 135 countries.

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