STUDENT INSIGHTS
No Limits, Just Choices Madeley reflects on Embry-Riddle’s comprehensive aeronautics programs, “Within a day or two, I was able to look through all the courses and plot it out in my mind; here’s what I’d be doing. Here are the aeronautical sciences, here’s the maintenance courses, here’s the general education. It was all available.”
Advice for Success “Learn what works best for you. No two people are the same; don’t compare yourself to others. Focus on yourself and how you can be successful,” Salcido says.
Outstanding Accomplishment Salcido was awarded the Outstanding Graduate Award from the College of Arts and Sciences when she completed her degree at Embry-Riddle.
A Decade of Demand According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of airline and commercial pilots is projected to grow 5% from 2023 to 2033, with about 18,500 openings expected each year, on average.
Why Wait for College? Dual Enrollment = Early Credits + Bragging Rights
Narayt Salcido ’24 FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY
Killian Madeley ’24
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Making an Impact During her time pursuing a B.S. in Forensic Psychology at Embry-Riddle, Narayt Salcido (’24) completed research on the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) crisis. Salcido’s research studied database discrepancies that impact cases of MMIP. She identified and compared both official and unofficial databases to determine the number of cases and how they differ between various governmental agencies. “To find a way to pursue both my passions while going toward a career of helping people is more than I could have ever asked for,” she said. Thanks to earning an Ignite Grant through Embry‑Riddle’s Undergraduate Research Institute, Salcido joined other student researchers at the 2024 National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) to share her findings and raise awareness.
Flying High with Dual Enrollment After a high school teacher mentioned Embry-Riddle’s dual enrollment program, Killian Madeley (’24), inspired by a book recommendation from an airline captain, decided to pursue the opportunity. Now, as he prepares to graduate high school with an A.S. in Aeronautics, he’s already soaring toward his B.S. in Pilot Operations through Embry-Riddle’s Worldwide Campus. “I didn’t even really know dual enrollment was a thing, which I think is the case for a lot of people,” Madeley shared. “It’s sad that more people don’t know about these opportunities.” Although the experience has had its challenges, Madeley is grateful for it all as it has set him up for future success. At 17, Madeley has already earned his private pilot’s certificate and is working toward his instrument rating. His goal? To fly corporate jets, combining his passion for aviation with building lasting connections with passengers.
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