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10 hours ago
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Family of CAU alumna to file lawsuit against Los Angeles college where she was shot, killed
The family of a woman who was shot and killed by a security guard on the campus of Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology in Los Angeles in May is filing a wrongful death lawsuit against the school, the shooting suspect, and other parties. Police say Dr. Cameisha Clark, a graduate of Clark Atlanta University, who had recently been promoted to Interim Dean of Student Affairs at Spartan College, was attacked in the college's administrative offices on May 2 by campus security guard Jesse Figueroa. Police say Figueroa shot Clark and a co-worker with a handgun. Figueroa ran after the shooting but was captured by police hours later. Clark was taken to a hospital, where she died from her injuries. Her co-worker survived the shooting. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Figueroa has been charged with murder, attempted murder, possession of a firearm with prior violent convictions, and possession of a firearm by a felon with prior convictions. The family's complaint alleges that neither Spartan College nor the security company they hired did a background check that would have revealed Figueroa's criminal history. Clark's family says Figueroa's security guard license had expired nearly 14 years earlier, and neither the school nor the security company checked his license. TRENDING STORIES: 'I miss my community': Acquitted of rape, former Cherokee County teacher wants his job back Child at preschool eats kratom, needs to be revived, police say 'Not aggressive:' Clayton County family upset after officer shoots neighbor's dog to death [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Yahoo
Family of CAU alumna to file lawsuit against Los Angeles college where she was shot, killed
The family of a woman who was shot and killed by a security guard on the campus of Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology in Los Angeles in May is filing a wrongful death lawsuit against the school, the shooting suspect, and other parties. Police say Dr. Cameisha Clark, a graduate of Clark Atlanta University, who had recently been promoted to Interim Dean of Student Affairs at Spartan College, was attacked in the college's administrative offices on May 2 by campus security guard Jesse Figueroa. Police say Figueroa shot Clark and a co-worker with a handgun. Figueroa ran after the shooting but was captured by police hours later. Clark was taken to a hospital, where she died from her injuries. Her co-worker survived the shooting. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Figueroa has been charged with murder, attempted murder, possession of a firearm with prior violent convictions, and possession of a firearm by a felon with prior convictions. The family's complaint alleges that neither Spartan College nor the security company they hired did a background check that would have revealed Figueroa's criminal history. Clark's family says Figueroa's security guard license had expired nearly 14 years earlier, and neither the school nor the security company checked his license. TRENDING STORIES: 'I miss my community': Acquitted of rape, former Cherokee County teacher wants his job back Child at preschool eats kratom, needs to be revived, police say 'Not aggressive:' Clayton County family upset after officer shoots neighbor's dog to death [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Business Wire
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Business Wire
From Hollywood to the Hangar: Spartan Acquires Jet Engine for Aviation Maintenance Training
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology 's Los Angeles area campus proudly received a delivery of a very special piece of aviation equipment —a Westinghouse J34 turbojet engine with an incredible backstory. More than a movie prop of the silver screen, this engine now serves a new purpose—as hands-on training equipment for the next generation of aviation maintenance technicians at Spartan College. Spartan acquired the engine from Steve Bolan, a professional stuntman and aviation coordinator known for flying Japanese Zeros in Empire of the Sun. Beyond the cockpit, Bolan repurposed the engine for use in creating special effects for films you may know. The Westinghouse J34 continues to be an industry relevant training tool that Spartan College students study and disassemble as part of their hands-on training projects. Now, with this recent acquisition, they're enhancing that experience by integrating the engine into a startup sequence training project. Students will train, under the supervision of an instructor, to safely execute startup procedures in a controlled environment. What makes this particular J34 remarkable is its Hollywood past. Spartan acquired the engine from Steve Bolan, a professional stuntman and aviation coordinator known for flying Japanese Zeros in Empire of the Sun. Beyond the cockpit, Bolan repurposed the engine for use in creating special effects in some of Hollywood's most iconic films. The J34 was used to generate fog and wind effects in Forrest Gump, The Matrix Reloaded and Revolutions, The Aviator, Indiana Jones, Pirates of the Caribbean, and many more. You can explore Steve Bolan's full filmography on IMDb. This acquisition underscores Spartan's commitment to providing students with hands-on training opportunities. Their upcoming revamp of engine startup sequence training will incorporate the engine, as it is still used today in commercial and private aviation (Part 91 and Part 135). Whether it's in the classroom, on the ramp, or in a hangar, Spartan students have the opportunity to learn with purpose—and now, with a bit of movie magic! Interested in training to work with engines like this one? Learn more about Spartan's Aviation Maintenance Technology program and how Spartan College helps prepare students for entry-level aviation maintenance roles. Spartan's Aviation Maintenance Technology Program Details: Airframe & Powerplant (Diploma) · 18 Months Associate of Occupational Studies Aviation Maintenance Technology (Degree) · 22 months The Airframe & Powerplant and Aviation Maintenance Technology programs are approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and meet the requirements established in Title 14, Part 147. The programs are designed to teach students entry-level technical skills in airframe and powerplant. Successful completion qualifies graduates to take the written, oral and practical tests with the Federal Aviation Administration for the Mechanic's Certificate with both Airframe and Powerplant Ratings. Third-party certifications are not guaranteed. The skills and information taught are not only relevant in the aviation industry but may be applicable to other maintenance industries. The general education courses in the associate degree program provide students with foundational information of diverse subject matter, fostering critical thinking and communication skills. During the program, Spartan students train hands-on in repairing and assembling aircraft turbines, sheet metal fabrication and repair, painting and finishing, as well as training in aviation science and theories, electrical and fire protection systems, warning systems, pressurization systems, and ignition and electrical systems. For more information about graduation rates, certification disclosure, and other important information, visit About Spartan College Established in 1928, Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology is a system of three schools with four locations and has trained over 100,000 pilots and technicians. Campuses are located in the following areas: Tulsa, OK; Los Angeles, CA; Inland Empire, CA; and Denver, CO. Spartan students have come from across the United States and over 40 countries. To learn more and for consumer information, location of training, school licensing and accreditation visit Programs, credential levels, technology, and scheduling options vary by campus and are subject to change. Third-party certifications and employment opportunities are not guaranteed. Financing options are available for those who apply and qualify. Administrative office: Spartan Education Group, LLC, 1 N. Franklin St., Suite 2125, Chicago, IL 60606
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Mourners say goodbye to one of Clark Atlanta University's best and brightest
In the packed sanctuary of Cascade United Methodist Church in Southwest Atlanta on Tuesday, the mourners were told it was OK to grieve. 'You don't have to pretend to be strong. You don't have to rush past the pain. Because if we're honest, even Jesus wept,' Pastor Kevin Murriel said. They remembered Dr. Cameisha Clark. 'She was a sweet, beautiful person inside and out,' her cousin Chandra said. She was also a student who had a love for learning. Earning a bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degree at her beloved Clark Atlanta University. RELATED STORIES: Family, friends pay final respects to Clark Atlanta alumna killed in California Clark Atlanta alumna identified as California college dean killed in shooting Clark Atlanta University to establish scholarship in memory of alumna killed in shooting 'Yes, she's a Triple Panther,' Clark Atlanta's Dr. J. Fidel Turner said. And a true believer. Those who knew her best say she encouraged her friends to pray and led by example. 'Cameisha, we love you, we honor you, and we miss you,' Turner said. Clark was killed in what police say was a targeted shooting at Spartan College in Inglewood, California. She had recently accepted a job there as a college dean. A former security guard at the school has been arrested and charged in the workplace shooting. Mourners in Atlanta grieved over a life gone far too soon and celebrated a life well-lived. 'Her love meant something. Her legacy means something. And her impact—hear this—will never die,' Murriel said. Clark Atlanta University has set up a scholarship fund in Clark's honor.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Yahoo
Family, friends pay final respects to Clark Atlanta alumna killed in California
Friends and family paid their final respects to a Clark Atlanta University alumna after she was shot and killed. Dr. Cameisha Clark was only 35 years old, but friends told Channel 2's Michael Seiden that she still managed to accomplish things a lot of people only dream about. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] She first arrived at CAU in 2007, where she would later earn not one, not two, but three degrees. She had been living in California, where she was a dean at Spartan College when she tragically lost her life. There were lots of hugs and tears as friends and family came together at a southwest Atlanta funeral home where her loved ones held a public viewing Monday. 'I met Cameisha in the ninth grade when we were all going to Mays,' said her friend, Koko Humphrey. 'Just a beautiful girl. Beautiful spirit.' Humphrey says she made the eight-hour drive from her home in Virginia, because she wanted to celebrate the life and legacy of a childhood friend who never met a stranger. 'She was that girl! Everybody loved her!' she said. 'She embraced everybody, so it hurts to see that she left the way she did.' Police say a former security guard shot and killed her inside her office at Spartan College. Investigators arrested the suspect and described the deadly shooting as 'an apparent act of workplace violence.' The gunman is also accused of shooting a second victim, a receptionist, who was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Clark's death rocked the CAU community. School officials recently announced a $10,000 donation for the establishment of the Dr. Cameisha Clark Scholarship Fund for students who are aspiring educators. Clark's funeral is planned for Tuesday. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
