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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

The food and beverage department did horrible on the spring campus dining survey. If I was a parent of one of the students attending this university I would be out raged over what is being prepared and fed too my child here. The parents and students pay a ton of money to this University so that meals can be provided.

We just finished up with the fire academy this week, why can't the food that was served this week look that way and taste that way everyday for your students? The attention to detail that was given for this week should be given to the students every single day, without the students all of you would be out of a job. I was the lead senior supervisor (equivalent to a dinning room manager, but with less pay), as of yesterday I'm no longer employed here because employees and management didn't want too be held accountable for their actions and are so childish as to stoop so low as to publicly humiliate me for wanting to bring change and to hold everyone to a higher standard. I even reached out to the university's director of business for assistance and I was told he brushed me off, great directing director.

A university student worker in the dining hall was physically assaulted back in January by an adult dining room worker in front of witnesses, upper management didn't do anything until weeks later when it was brought to my attention by other staff members who knew that I took my job very seriously. I was given a copy of the complaint filed by the student worker and took it too the general manager who was shocked to see it in my hands and literally demanded that he take action to protect the welfare of the student worker, even though I pushed to have this employee fire/removed to protect the well being of the university student and all other students on campus the assaulter is still currently employed as I'm typing this review.

The head of the dining program was here this week on campus in regards to the results of spring dining survey and basically walked around pointing his finger, afterwards the general manager, and operations manager walked around pointing their fingers around as if it was the staffs fault. The staff all know more needs to be done but how can they when the current management staff doesn't manage, they sit in their offices and expect the leads and supervisors to do their jobs for them.

This is just me using my freedom of speech ;0)

This is a student employment position I took before the lab employed a formal manager.  I believe this lab position was likely phased out after my departure, however, it required wearing many hats.  

Duties included: 
+ Software QA testing
+ Assisting researchers with hardware & software, collecting data, and assisting with research methods.
+ Hosting Virtual Reality booth at expo events, showcasing finished software to industry professionals.
+ Oversee and proctor students and faculty lab activities, teaching hardware and software use.
+ Assembly, repair, and maintainance of lab VR-development PCs.
+ Hosting live demonstrations during various open house events, showcasing lab capabilities to groups of up to 25 people at a time including VIP's and CEO's of large companies.
+ Scheduling lab activities.

I wasn't given a dress code, however, I would wear a polo and dress pants when we had anyone important on the schedule.  During normal development or lab maintenance, I would wear jeans and a t-shirt.  I suggested towards the end of my time there we get some nice Polo's made like some other departments have (looking at you sUAS) and have that be our uniform but was told it likely wouldn't get approved.

If my former employer reads this, I was very grateful to have taken this position.  It allowed me to gain a large insight into the field of simulations, software development, and it proved to be an enjoyable experience through my 3 years working in the Lab.

The university is evolving into a totally online institution. They are also waging a serious campaign to recruit students straight from high school. I think diversifying their student population is a good idea, but I do not think it will be as successful as they hope. ERAU is a private university focusing on the aviation/aerospace industry. Students who can afford a private university and are seeking an aviation-related degree will be hard-pressed to find a better university. I don't think there are enough college-bound, high-school seniors--who want to major in an aviation/aerospace field--that will be able to afford ERAU in order for those monies to make a significant difference in enrollments.

Many of the faculty have issues with the administration and how the university is being run. However, ERAU now has a new president, whom I have met and spoken with at length about faculty concerns. I sincerely believe he is going to make many changes that will please the faculty and change the social environment of the university in a positive way.

GO EAGLES!

After 25 plus years in the construction industry and at the pinnacle of my career, this college crushed my dreams. From the executives in Daytona to the lower level managers in Prescott, this Facilities Management department took a turn for the worst. Overbearing, MICROMANAGEMENT and unrealistic work load became the daily task. The department has NO construction management structure in place and, NO support structure for office employees. There is NO assistant position for the PM as there was before new management took over. There was NO available training for my job to help me become a better Project Manager for ERAU. There is a Toxic work environment related to upper management comments and actions or lack there of. I was Bullied from upper management. I became singled out, with the feeling of not being part of the management team. The realization that I have been set up to fail. I was Micro managed with every single thing. Upper management was waiting for me to make a mistake big or small. I truly felt that making me want to quit was the ultimate goal. This was the worst employment experience of my life and I chose to share this with everyone, so that they know what to expect.

I worked at Embry-Riddle Prescott and feel it is important to share an honest perspective. While the campus itself is well maintained and the facilities appear impressive, I found the internal culture to be challenging.

Many students I interacted with expressed feeling disconnected and dissatisfied, and some faculty members voiced concerns that their programs were not progressing or innovating as they should. In my experience, there was a lack of strong leadership to address these issues effectively. HR and upper administration did not provide adequate support when concerns were raised, and this often left staff feeling overlooked.

I personally found that professional growth opportunities were limited, and teamwork was not as collaborative as I had hoped. The environment did not feel welcoming if you did not fit into a certain mold, and I noticed behaviors among staff and students that could feel exclusionary at times.

Overall, while the university presents itself as a prestigious institution, I believe it could benefit greatly from more progressive leadership, improved staff support, and a stronger focus on fostering a genuinely inclusive and respectful culture for everyone.

For many years, the university provided relatively security and opportunities to learn and grow mading working pleasurable even for many years when pay was way below the average pay for the area. But administrative decisions in 2007-8 showed a clear and sharp change in the way business would be conducted. Several dozen mid-level long term employees were let go over a weekend. Several dozen more were downsized. Long-term departments were eliminated and services negated for many students. The results, an unstable and unsettling environment; with little recourse but to be given an $8000 cut, and a dismissive attitude that "we've kept you!" The office where this staff member was placed in was a dark place, with rivalries ongoing with with its senior people. Staff was backstabbing staff. A small opportunity to get out clean, and save my soul came and was taken; never regretting, but saddened by the cold and heartless changes. This had little to due with a financial downturn.

I worked as an Electrician as a "student worker". This job was great for the flexibility that it gave me, along with a friendly and fun working environment. Unfortunately, the higher powers of upper-level management (human resources) made my morale very poor. As a "student worker" they pay you minimum wage and don't allow for raises or evaluations of individual performance. In the 2 years that I worked, I was not rewarded for my performance and was paid the same as someone who sat behind a computer and played on their phone. I have had 6 years of experience working as an electrician and even went to trade school prior to working in the field for several years doing residential and commercial. I find it really unrealistic that Human resources made "student worker" the actual position title; giving them the excuse to pay you less just because you are a student. It was a shame that everything that I did for the University was above my pay grade yet they still didn't care for me as an employee. Maybe they should learn to reward good work and skilled labor which takes years to learn.

Weak upper management with no leadership skills. Innovation was throwing around like a buzz word but they were too backwards for actual change. How do you have the same strategic plan goals for a decade? How do you work there for decades and not know how to do a strategic plan?
Management was toxic. Revolving door of employees. Siloed information, poor management skills, not meeting deadlines, no people skills, stagnant and toxic environment. Lake of diversity in management and staff, especially after driving away diverse staff. Questionable decision making.
The university itself had a lot of great perks. Pay was abysmal compared to libraries in the area and other private academic institutions, but free to reduced tuition depending on degree. Meeting people from other departments was nice. Gym and pool on site. The students are great and it was a pleasure to work with them. A decent place to work if not for their lack of oversight on what is clearly a bad work environment as seen in the constant job openings for the same positions in the library. 


Working at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The institution fosters an environment of growth and innovation, offering ample opportunities for both professional and personal development. As a leading university in aviation and aerospace, it provides access to cutting-edge research and resources, making it an ideal place for individuals passionate about these fields. The faculty and staff are highly knowledgeable and supportive, creating a collaborative atmosphere where ideas and skills can be shared freely. The campus itself is beautiful, with state-of-the-art facilities and a welcoming, inclusive culture. Whether you're working in research, administration, or as a student, Embry-Riddle encourages a work-life balance that helps maintain motivation and productivity. The strong network of alumni and connections within the industry is also a great benefit for career advancement. Overall, Embry-Riddle is a dynamic, exciting place to work and grow professionally in the aerospace and aviation sectors.

Deans run the show. A few good faculty but bad leadership and terrible administration. There is a complete disconnect between Deans, administration and faculty. The President and the Chancellor(s) do not even know faculty by name. Although, faculty are expected to know all students by name.
If you are not part of the inner circle of the “old boys club” (the Deans), you do not have a chance of being successful here. You have to make them look good & make them like you too.
On paper they welcome all views and opinions, but if you try to share a viewpoint that may be different from that of your Dean you are out!
Only the Colleges of Aviation in both campuses are still strong. Every other college is falling apart. There is no academic freedom. You do as you are told. Moral is low, pay is low and there is  no support for personal and professional growth. Students have too much power than they can make enough noise to push you out!  Sadly the so-called premier aeronautical school of the country is fading away… Do not ruin your career. Stay away!


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