Student Spotlight
RILEY GRANT
- Riley chose the GSIS program at Embry Riddle to make a meaningful impact. “What drew me to GSIS was the wide toolkit and opportunities the program provided,” he explains. Visual impairment limited certain career paths, but Riley found flexibility and resources within GSIS to explore his interests. During his internship at Geogentia, a geospatial Riley Grant (‘26) is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Global Security and Intelligence Studies (GSIS). Awarded a prestigious Presidential Scholarship, Riley’s academic path is a testament to his intellect and determination. Riley’s life is defined by perseverance. “I am blind in one eye,” Riley shares, “so getting to where I am has been a bit of a battle.” Despite this, he has developed a passion for exploring the world, particularly through mapping and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). intelligence firm, Riley worked on critical projects such as uncovering sex trafficking networks and tracking terrorist activities. By analyzing data from online advertisements and social media, he helped identify key figures in a trafficking ring, leading to the arrest of seven individuals. “Seeing the direct impact of my work was incredibly fulfilling,” Riley reflects. “It’s why I chose this field in the first place.” Whether in public service or the private sector, Riley aspires to apply GIS technology to tackle global challenges. “GIS isn’t just a tool — it’s a way to understand and solve problems that affect the world,” he says.
This story was originally written by Ashley Williams with Embry-Ridle’s Marketing Communications.
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