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Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Angelo State adds new Air Traffic Control degree track
SAN ANGELO, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Angelo State University students can now train to become air traffic controllers through a new Air Traffic Operations degree track in ASU's Bachelor of Commercial Aviation (B.C.A.) program, which is already accepting students into the new track for the upcoming fall semester. With the addition of the ATO track, Angelo State's B.C.A. program now offers three options for students to prepare for essential and rewarding careers in the aviation industry: Air Traffic Operations Flight Operations (pilot) Aviation Administration To integrate the ATO track, ASU will leverage its established aviation curriculum and resources, while also introducing new specialized coursework and simulator training tailored to air traffic control operations. An area of the ASU Rassman Building will be converted this summer into an ATO Simulation Lab. Establishing the ATO degree track is in direct response to the growing shortage of air traffic controllers and the need for a well-trained workforce to support the aviation industry. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has projected a deficit of over 3,000 air traffic controllers, with a prolonged shortage expected to impact the industry for at least the next decade. The shortage of air traffic controllers has also led to increased workload and fatigue among existing controller staff, raising concerns about aviation safety and operational efficiency. Additionally, the pathway to becoming a Certified Professional Controller involves extensive training, starting with programs like Angelo State's B.C.A. degree and continuing with qualification training at the FAA Academy and subsequent on-the-job training, which can span several years. These various staffing challenges emphasize the critical need for institutions like ASU to develop programs that prepare students to enter the field well-equipped and ready to meet industry demands. 'The addition of our new Air Traffic Operations track isn't just about growing our program – it's about doing our part to strengthen the future of the aviation industry,' said Dr. Scott Turner, B.C.A. program director. 'At Angelo State, we're focused on preparing students for careers that are not only in high demand, but also offer real opportunities. This new option reflects our continued commitment to meeting workforce needs and highlights the incredible work our faculty and staff do daily to deliver a career-focused education that truly makes a difference.' ASU enrolled its first students in the B.C.A. program in the fall of 2021 and produced its first graduates in spring 2024. There are currently over 200 students enrolled in the program, more than triple the initial predictions. The ASU/Skyline Aviation fleet of Diamond airplanes has expanded to 27, and ASU's new $10 million Aviation Training Facility at San Angelo Regional Airport – Mathis Field opened for classes in January and is nearing completion later this spring. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ASU named ‘Military Friendly School', wins Gold Award
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — Angelo State University announced on April 15 that Victory Media had designated the university a 'Military Friendly School' for the 16th time. While maintaining this title, ASU also received a Gold Award for ranking among the top of over 80 U.S. institutions that were awarded the 'Military Friendly School' in the Large Public University category for 2025-2026. According to a press release from ASU, the university is one of five Texas institutions to win the Gold Award for this category for 2025-2026. 'Earning Military Friendly Gold status is one of the distinctions we are most proud of because it makes a tangible impact on our student body,' said ASU President Ronnie Hawkins Jr. 'We now have over 2,100 military-affiliated students enrolled at ASU, an increase of more than 750 students in the last year alone. ASU Percussion Ensemble set for spring concert performance The director of affiliated military and veteran services shared that the team strives to make sure military-affiliated students meet or exceed their goals while studying at ASU. 'At Angelo State, we stress the importance of teamwork and shared responsibility in achieving our common mission,' said Phillip Nichelson, director of affiliated military and veteran services. 'The entire ASU team works together to accomplish the mission of collective success for our military and veteran students and their families. We strive to ensure that during their time at ASU, our military-affiliated students will meet or exceed their expectations and satisfy their vision and their goals for the future.' An annual list of top Military Friendly Schools is provided to service members and their families to help them select the best university, college, or trade school that helps ensure a student's success in the classroom and after graduation. Each year, U.S. institutions are evaluated using public data sources and responses from the proprietary Military Friendly School surveys. According to ASU, over 1,8000 schools completed the annual survey and only 830 were awarded the Military Friendly School designation. Angelo State student lands NSA internship in Maryland 'Being a Military Friendly School lets our veterans, active duty military and their families know that we appreciate their service to our nation and are committed to their academic and career success,' said ASU President Hawkins. 'It also shows potential military-affiliated students that wherever in the world they may live or be stationed, the best way to go is to go as a Ram!' Visit the Military Friendly website to see the complete 2025-2026 list. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Ambassador William Taylor is speaker at presentation at ASU
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — The former United States Ambassador to Ukraine, William Taylor, gave a presentation at Angelo State's Annual Foreign Affairs program. Taylor spoke at ASU at 6 p.m. on Feb. 12. Taylor was Ambassador to Ukraine from 2006 through 2009. He continues his visits to Ukraine as the Vice President for Russia and Europe at the US Peace Institute. 'Things are happening, there's a real attempt, there's a real effort to try to solve this problem to be able to end this war,' said Taylor. Taylor graduated from West Point Military Academy before beginning a more than 30-year diplomatic career. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
