Journey To Embry-Riddle Aviation has been my life for 37 years, spanning operational to regulatory roles. Inspired by my mother — a lifelong learner who encouraged us to expand our abilities through education — I reached a point in my career where I wanted to further contribute to aviation. At age 57, I enrolled in the Human Factors Certificate program at Embry-Riddle, with no intention of pursuing another degree. But I enjoyed it so much that I decided to complete the full master’s program. Navigating the registration process and mapping out requirements for both my certificate and master’s degree was made seamless by my advisor, Faith Torres. Faith’s willingness to patiently answer my many, many questions with professionalism and care truly alleviated any stress. Her guidance was instrumental in my academic journey. Student Experience Despite repeatedly telling myself I didn’t need another degree, I found the program enriching and valuable. I thoroughly enjoyed engaging with my cohorts and benefited greatly from advisors who encouraged me to share my real-world experiences with others. Faith Torres was a steady, supportive presence throughout, making the experience positive from start to finish.
Impact of Embry-Riddle Throughout my career as a regulator — conducting inspections, audits, assessments and investigations — I’ve experienced many learning moments, but Embry-Riddle pushed me outside my comfort zone and improved my skills in advancing aviation safety. It’s been one of the most influential learning experiences of my career, and I actually apply what I’ve learned daily in my professional work.
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