UND co-sponsors sixth annual summit on unmanned aerial systems in Grand Forks...
How unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) are used for both peaceful and military purposes will be the focus of the Sixth UAS Action Summit May 22-23 at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks. The conference theme...
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UND’s Dr. Warren Jensen reflects on what it means to be a Chester Fritz...
Dr. Warren Jensen, Chester Fritz Distinguished Professor, University of North Dakota Dr. Warren Jensen, a professor in the Department of Aviation honored as a Chester Fritz Distinguished Professor...
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UND Observatory to host public viewing of rare celestial event
The University of North Dakota Observatory will host a special public viewing of the transit of Venus, a rare celestial event that will be clearly visible in our region (weather permitting). The public...
View ArticleWorld-renowned UND astronomy team to Webcast rare transit of Venus across the...
A world-renowned cosmic observation team from the University of North Dakota is at it again with the second of a one-two celestial punch. Just two weeks after Webcasting a rare annular solar eclipse,...
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UND director of aviation safety earns Hat in the Ring Society achievement award
Dana Siewert Dana Siewert, director of aviation safety at the University of North Dakota John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences, received the Achievement in Aviation Safety Award from the Hat in...
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UND aircraft Aerobatic Team comes out on top again
The University of North Dakota Aerobatic Team again topped its competition last year, finishing the season in the top spot. “That’s five consecutive National IAC Collegiate titles,” said Mike Lents, an...
View ArticleUND Observatory to hold second annual fundraising banquet
The University of North Dakota Observatory will host its second annual fundraising banquet Monday, March 25, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Grand Forks, N.D. from 5 to 10 p.m. The observatory is part of...
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UND’s Al Palmer attends major UAS conference in Turkey
University getting world’s attention about training prowess, opportunities Al Palmer Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Al Plamer, “Mr. UAS” at the University of North Dakota, is spreading the word around the world...
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UND fields its first women-only Air Race Classic team
UND Aviation student Amy Warbalow, left, and UND flight instructor Katrina Kugler Student Amy Warbalow, instructor Katrina Kugler take off June 12 for four day transcontinental race by Juan Miguel...
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UND Student Amy Warbalow, UND instructor Katrina Kugler make picture-perfect...
Team takes along a special passenger, a gift from the North Dakota School for the Blind by Juan Miguel Pedraza, University and Public Affairs writer/editor Flight instructor Katrina Kugler and Aviation...
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UND Aerospace Foundation and Norwegian agency renew air traffic control...
(Back left to right) Jesper Krogh, Avinor; Paul Drechsel, UND Air Traffic Control Department; Cara Miller, UND Aerospace Foundation; (front left) Kristen Kleven, Avinor; and Chuck Pineo, Aerospace...
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UND women pilots complete challenging air race safely and cleanly
School’s first-time entrants finished 2,400-mile course 18th overall out of nearly 50 teams By Juan Miguel Pedraza, UND University and Public Affairs writer (Left to right) Flight instructor Katrina...
View ArticleUND grad Nolby to coordinate North Dakota Space Grant Consortium, N.D. NASA...
University of North Dakota Space Studies alumna Caitlin Nolby has been appointed coordinator for the North Dakota Space Grant Consortium following the retirement earlier this year of Suezette Bieri,...
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Safety is job #1 at UND Aerospace
That’s why the aviation school was asked by the FAA to be part of a pioneering management program to mitigate hazards in the air and on the flight line By Juan Miguel Pedraza Frank Argenziano,...
View ArticleUND Aerospace designated by Draganfly as a UAS factory training center
Designation ? unique to UND ? will enhance UAS education The University of North Dakota John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences (UND Aerospace) was recently recognized as a Factory Training Center...
View ArticleUND first to certify future airline pilots under new FAA rule
Effective immediately, graduates from the University of North Dakota John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences (UND Aerospace) will be able to be hired by the nation’s airlines with less flight time...
View ArticleUND NDX spacesuit featured in current Popular Science Magazine online
Recent tests were part of an ongoing quest to prepare for human exploration of Mars The University of North Dakota’s NDX planetary exploration system has been included as part of a story and photo...
View ArticleHeitkamp to speak with class at UND School of Law, tour UND Aerospace UAS center
Heitkamp to visit UND Law School: Who: U.S. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp What: Heitkamp will visit Professor Julia Ernst’s legislation class and discuss her various roles and experiences in government...
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UND Flying Team captures first place again in regional competition
Back row: Jack Foley, Brian Lee, Travis Wellik, Ross Oleck, Alex Browne, Josh Garner. Front Row: Joe Peterson, Justin Therriault, Jacob Smith, Chris Mohan, Jacob Alvey. Not pictured: Glenn Dodd This is...
View ArticleUND to host story of redemption by retired airline pilot convicted of flying...
WHAT: John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences’ presentation by Captain Lyle Prouse WHERE: Chester Fritz Auditorium WHEN: 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 19 (doors open at 6 p.m.) Background: Each year,...
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