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State Project Funds Assist with Continued Aviation Growth
As home to the only public, four-year school of aviation in the state of Georgia, Middle Georgia State is a key component in
the state’s efforts to grow the aerospace industry. With industry projections showing unprecedented demand for aviation
professionals of all types – from pilots to technicians – MGA’s School of Aviation programs remain in high demand.
In order to help meet that demand, and keep our students flying, the Georgia General Assembly, during its 2021 session,
appropriated $250,000 for the School of Aviation. These funds will provide for additional staff and faculty at the Eastman
Campus aviation hub, including additional flight instructors, check-ride instructors, and dispatchers for the University’s
growing fleet of aircraft.
Student Highlight
MGA freshman Marlon Grant was selected as the Boys & Girls Club Southeast Military Youth of the Year, earning a $20,000
scholarship. His award recognizes his launch of the “You Matter” project, a suicide-prevention initiative wherein affirming
messages – “You are loved,” “You belong here,” etc. – are distributed along with gifts to individuals at churches, local
festivals, and other events.
