College of Aeronautics and Engineering
Kent State Professional Pilot Major Ashanti Mallit Navigates Challenges as she Soars Toward Goals
As a professional pilot major, Kent State junior Ashanti Mallit's immediate goal is to earn her instrument rating. She's one review flight away from completing the practical portion of her instrument check ride, having already passed the oral examination.
I AM FIRST: Olivia Voyzey ’25
A lifelong love of planes and jets, paired with unwavering support from her parents to pursue her dreams, led Olivia Voyzey through a rigorous aerospace engineering degree at Kent State as a first-generation college student.
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 5XÉçÇø.
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 5XÉçÇø hosted the 2025 National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) SAFECON Region III competition Oct. 19–24 at the 5XÉçÇø 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…
Charting a Path to Aviation Leadership
It was a childhood fascination with aviation that led alumna Linell Homentosky to choose 5XÉçÇø 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.
Chicago Native Pursues Aviation Dream at Kent State
Ashanti Mallit's childhood fascination with aviation led her to Kent State, where she is now a professional pilot major. She discovered Kent State through the United Aviate Program, a career development initiative that helps aspiring pilots transition to United Airlines as first officers.