Message From the Aerospace Advisory Board Chairman Faculty and administrators at the COA are accountable to stakeholders for the relevance and quality of academic
Benefits to Faculty and the Program Assessing the quality of student learning is a priority in higher education. Because of the AAB’s involvement in assessment, faculty have modified assignments and learning outcomes and adjusted teaching strategies. Faculty model how to involve community members in curriculum development, an established practice in family- life education, which enhances well-being and strengthens interpersonal relationships. Faculty have gained additional credibility with students because the AAB provides an efficient mechanism for learning about changes in licensing, procedures, community services, program funding and data on the aerospace community. Benefits to AAB Members At the 2022 AAB meeting, members reported that students and graduates were better prepared than several years ago to enter their organizations and agencies. Agency staff spends less time “teaching” basic skills. Growth is due to our advisory board’s commitment to ensuring a vibrant academic program that prepares our students. Members were gratified with recent program contributions, expressing, “We are listened to and see change because of our input.” This level of stakeholder engagement fosters continued board service. Current trend reports indicate sharing information through meeting minutes and updates has proven helpful to community collaborations and strengthening relations. This provides an additional benefit for board members. Finally, all stakeholders are ambassadors and nurture partnerships for success. I strongly believe this to be a mutual benefit.
programs. The Aerospace Advisory Board’s (AAB) partnership with the COA supports academic program accountability by providing guidance and feedback, serving as partners in research and pursuing community collaborations while sustaining the fundamental mission. The AAB is comprised of accomplished experts (66 members) from the government (U.S. Air Force, Department of Transportation, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Transportation Safety Board, National Aeronautics and Space Administration), industry (airlines, helicopters, safety, meteorology) and alumni. They offer innovative advice, dynamic perspectives and strategic direction, as well as guiding continuous improvement and assessing program efficiency. Embry-Riddle Prescott welcomes this substantial opportunity of a diverse range of knowledge, skills and abilities to offer the best ideas. Benefits to Students The student learning outcomes and curricula reflect community needs and employer expectations to prepare students for success as entry-level professionals. When AAB members are guest speakers, students hear examples about how their degree program prepares them for a range of positions. The board’s assessment centers on knowledge, skills and assessment, which enhances rigorous coursework and guides improvements in curriculum instruction. In addition, board members’ discussions of organizational needs and clientele success affirm curriculum choices. As a result, students graduate from a credible program.
Sincerely,
Steven Schmidt AAB Chairman
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