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Get PDFFICS would like to extend our gratitude to all those who served as referees for the articles published in the May 1999 issue and/or articles submitted to FICS since January 1999
It's a family affair: Interracial couples' perceptions of familial responses
No full textThis article explores the perceptions of interracial couples of their families' reactions to their relationship. These perceptions play an integral role in how the couples see themÂselves, understand their place in society, as well as how to cope with the problems they face. The findings from this study support other research, which tends to indicate that White families have more difficulty in adjusting to interracial marriages than African American famÂilies. This qualitative study consists of 28 interviews with Black/White couples in the SouthÂern region of the United States over a three year period beginning in 1995
Organization and Funding of Intercollegiate Flight Teams
Get PDFFifteen flight teams were surveyed at the 2006 National Intercollegiate Flying Association’s (NIFA) national flight competition at The Ohio State University. The purpose of the survey was to (a) gain insight into how teams are organized, how much they practice, and how they are funded; (b) correlate this information with overall team rankings at nationals to determine the key characteristics of a top performing team; and (c) to gather ideas and share them with other NIFA teams. Key characteristics of surveyed teams that placed in the top quartile included (in order of their correlation with overall ranking): multiple flight practices per week; three or more ground practices per week; the school absorbed all flight costs; and one or more paid coaches. Methods of fundraising were found to include: washing airplanes, washing cars, selling logo-items, selling donuts, walk-a-thons, and penny-a-pound flights
The Impact of Mentoring on College Mentors: A Student Perspective in an Aviation-Focused Program
No full textServing as a mentor can offer numerous benefits, including the development of interpersonal and leadership skills, increased confidence, and a sense of purpose. However, mentors may also face challenges related to time management, emotional commitment, and balancing academic and personal responsibilities. Despite the growing popularity of mentoring programs, limited research has examined the specific impacts that mentoring has on the mentors themselves—particularly in terms of academic performance, emotional well-being, and career aspirations. This mixed-methods research project investigates the experiences of college-level female students who mentor female high school students pursuing aviation or aerospace-related education. Participants are members of STEM-focused student organizations and serve as mentors to students enrolled in high school programs such as Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Aerospace Career Academies (ACA) and/or Jr. ROTC programs. The study aims to explore how mentoring experience affects college students’ academic progression, leadership development, and emotional resilience. Data collection includes a pre-survey and post-survey administered via Qualtrics, as well as a 45-minute recorded focus group conducted via Zoom. All identifying information will be kept confidential, and pseudonyms will be assigned after initial data collection to protect participants’ identities. By better understanding the effects of mentoring on mentors, this research seeks to inform the development of future programs that foster mutual growth and support, enhancing the mentoring experience and encouraging more individuals to serve in such a role, formally or informally. Additionally, the study aims to explore how serving as a mentor helps students develop transferable skills and professional competencies that positively impact their transition into the workforce and future career paths
Investigating Health-Promoting Lifestyle Factors and Demographic Impacts Among Collegiate Flight Students
Get PDFCollegiate flight students face unique physiological and psychological challenges in maintaining a balanced and health-promoting lifestyle due to the simultaneous pressures of academic coursework and intensive flight training. This study investigated the interrelationships among six dimensions of a health-promoting lifestyle, health responsibility, physical activity, nutrition, spiritual growth, interpersonal relationships, and stress management. A quantitative, non-experimental survey design was utilized with the validated Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile II (HPLP II) instrument. Data was collected from 191 collegiate flight students enrolled in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 141 programs across the United States. Findings indicated a moderately healthy overall lifestyle score (M = 2.64, SD = 0.39), with significant positive correlations among all six lifestyle categories. No statistically significant differences were found between gender or among different flight-certification levels. Results suggest that health behaviors among collegiate flight students are interdependent, with stress management, interpersonal relationships, and spiritual growth demonstrating the strongest associations with overall wellness. These findings provide actionable implications for aviation training programs and policymakers to enhance collegiate flight student well-being, optimize performance, and promote a stronger safety culture in flight training operations
Implementing an Enrollment Cap in a Southeastern Collegiate Flight Program
Get PDFA southeastern land-grant university decided to impose an enrollment cap on its Part 141 collegiate flight program due to increased enrollment pressures and limited availability of training resources. This article presents a case study of the planning and implementation of an integrated two-stage admission program that focused on selecting students based on academic rigor, preparedness, and aviation readiness. A diverse selection committee of both military and civilian flight training experts reviewed 493 applicants using a rubric-based examination of aviation experience and essay responses, while excluding standardized test scores and high school grade point averages (GPAs). In the process, student motivation, ability to perform well on the FAA written exam, and any prior aviation experience were highlighted while avoiding placing a competitive disadvantage on non-pilot applicants. The quality of the essays and the degree to which the candidate demonstrated dedication to aviation made more difference in a person's selection than licensure alone. The study concludes with recommendations for incorporating personality and grit assessments in future iterations to enhance predictive validity and reduce reviewer workload.