UND Aerospace
2023 EAA AirVenture | Oshkosh WI
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Join our host, Matt Opsahl, as he sits down with former Assistant Dean, Ken Polovitz, and long-time Aviation Professor, Kent Lovelace. Together, they reflect on their experiences working alongside John Odegard to build one of the nation's leading aviation programs.
AeroTalk is the the official podcast of UND Aerospace with new episodes released every Monday! Alongside our host, Matt Opsahl, listeners will explore a range of topics within the field of aerospace. We’ll take you beyond the classroom, talking with alumni, exploring career opportunities in aviation and aerospace, and sharing a few stories along the way. From hands-on tips to industry insights, this podcast is your weekly co-pilot through the ups and downs of life.
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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✅ Time management
✅ Studying methods
✅ What it really means to be "checkride ready"
✅ Aeronautical decision-making
✅ Confidence, Competence, and Safety
AeroTalk is the the official podcast of UND Aerospace with new episodes released every Monday! Alongside our host, Matt Opsahl, listeners will explore a range of topics within the field of aerospace. We’ll take you beyond the classroom, talking with alumni, exploring career opportunities in aviation and aerospace, and sharing a few stories along the way. From hands-on tips to industry insights, this podcast is your weekly co-pilot through the ups and downs of life.
Catch every episode on your favorite platform:
Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4XBDIY9lFbwxTExJxc6b0G?si=pGyUY2JSQZy9iVK_QHTZgg
Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aerotalk/id1840507202
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Thanks for tuning in and supporting the show! Don’t forget to follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode. 🙌
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
00:00 - Intro
01:57 - New pipers for UND
02:24 - DAY 1 UND to Florida
04:46 - DAY 2 Starting for home
09:55 - DAY 3 Going separate ways
17:25 - DAY 4 Closer to home
21:00 - DAY 5 Heading for UND
23:34 - DAY 6 Slow but closer
24:21 - DAY 7 Last leg home
25:08 - Lessons & Advice
27:08 - Favorite Memories
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
00:00 - Introduction
04:27 - Dean Bob Kraus
06:54 - Jim's History, the 1st North Dakotan in space
12:24 - Former Dean Bruce Smith
24:06 - ND Governor, Doug Burgum
48:05 - Portrait Unveiling
51:32 - Jim Buchli
1:03:49 - Space traveled North Dakota flag
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
0:00 - Introduction
1:39 - Dispatch
2:15 - Crookston Wing
2:42 - Admin Building
2:53 - Aircraft Maintenance
4:23 - Inventory Department
4:45 - Line Facility
5:09 - James C Ray Helicopter Hangar
6:06 - Safety Department
7:05 - Wings Cafe
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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This year’s event featured three panels, each focusing on a different aspect of DEI initiatives within aviation. The All Angles of Industry, Allies in Aviation and Future of Diversity in the Industry panels highlighted speakers from all different backgrounds and included discussions of diversity in the aviation industry.
Join the other conversations from the day!
Future of Diversity - youtu.be/oZQgdWyj2h4
Allies in Aviation - youtu.be/DP8049GOtqM
All Angles of the Industry - youtu.be/btKhF_h281o
Keynote - youtu.be/dhU-1efoxTI
00:00 - Introduction
00:30 - Advocacy award
01:53 - Bridge award
04:00 - Legacy award
UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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This year’s event featured three panels, each focusing on a different aspect of DEI initiatives within aviation. The All Angles of Industry, Allies in Aviation and Future of Diversity in the Industry panels highlighted speakers from all different backgrounds and included discussions of diversity in the aviation industry.
Join the other conversations from the day!
Future of Diversity - youtu.be/oZQgdWyj2h4
Allies in Aviation - youtu.be/DP8049GOtqM
Keynote - youtu.be/dhU-1efoxTI
00:00 - Panel introductions
02:13 - Progression of diversity in the airlines
05:09 - Progression of diversity in the military
09:22 - Career in the military
12:31 - Professionalism above all
21:44 - You can do both
35:27 - Overcoming obstacles
40:10 - Support systems
45:13 - Diversity abroad
47:59 - Tolerance of DEI
50:03 - Visibility is important
58:32 - Next generation of pilots
1:06:03 - Q&A
UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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This year’s event featured three panels, each focusing on a different aspect of DEI initiatives within aviation. The All Angles of Industry, Allies in Aviation and Future of Diversity in the Industry panels highlighted speakers from all different backgrounds and included discussions of diversity in the aviation industry.
Join the other conversations from the day!
Future of Diversity - youtu.be/oZQgdWyj2h4
All Angles of the Industry - youtu.be/btKhF_h281o
Keynote - youtu.be/dhU-1efoxTI
00:00 - Panel introductions
02:58 - Relocating and finding support
09:56 - Challenges faced
21:39 - Mental health among the LGBTQ community
33:44 - Mental health resources
34:37 - Building support systems
43:13 - Systematic changes
51:28 - What you can do
1:01:36 - Q&A
UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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This year’s event featured three panels, each focusing on a different aspect of DEI initiatives within aviation. The All Angles of Industry, Allies in Aviation and Future of Diversity in the Industry panels highlighted speakers from all different backgrounds and included discussions of diversity in the aviation industry.
Join the other conversations from the day!
Allies in Aviation - youtu.be/DP8049GOtqM
All Angles of the Industry - youtu.be/btKhF_h281o
Keynote - youtu.be/dhU-1efoxTI
00:00 - Student introductions
04:03 - Student orgs goals & mission
07:36 - Importance of diversity
14:55 - Collaboration
21:42 - Support from collegiate institutions
28:05 - What you can do
31:00 - Hopes for the future
41:04 - Q & A
UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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Claiborne’s career spans more than 20,000 flight hours, flying everything from KC-135 Stratotankers in the Air Force to Boeing 787s for United Airlines. She soloed her first aircraft on May 20, 1981, launching her into a lifelong career in aviation.
Interested in reading more? Visit UND Today - https://blogs.und.edu/und-today/2024/10/focus-of-und-summit-aviation-industry-diversity/
00:00 - Welcome Capt. Claiborne
00:59 - Greetings
02:21 - AOPA video
05:07 - First solo
6:04 - UND Alumni
8:06 - Captain personality
9:56 - Air Force journey
16:47 - United Airlines
19:38 - Closing Message
23:17 - Start of Q&A, finding motivation
29:23 - Burnout
33:01 - Facing adversity and generational differences
36:58 - Military shaping
41:48 - Inspire
43:54 - Advice
46:33 - Mentorship
50:14 - Imposter syndrome
54:29 - Be confident in your abilities
UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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Visit https://aero.und.edu/events/hall-of-fame to nominate an alum for 2025, and to see past recipients.
UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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Video Content:
00:00 - Intro
03:40 - Recognition of Todd Lawrence
08:56 - Speech from Todd Lawrence
21:41 - Recognition of Todd Gierke
28:09 - Speech from Todd Gierke
UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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00:00 - Formation Flying!
01:15 - Oshkosh Arrival
02:28 - UND Aerospace booth tour
03:30 - Airshow highlights
07:05 - Alumni Reception
08:22 - Night airshow
10:20 - Aerobatic team awards banquet
11:40 - Flying the Trimotor!
14:00 - Departure day
UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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UND Aerospace is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for our achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies, and earth system science and policy research. With more than 500 faculty and staff members, 1,800+ students from around the world, and myriad programs and projects, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences is setting the pace for the future of flight.
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