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Dr. Kemarie Jeffers
478-374-6702
Chair & Assistant Professor
Credentials: CFI, MS
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| Biography: | I am Kemarie Jeffers, newly appointed department chair in the School of Aviation Safety and Management at Â鶹ÊÓƵ. I strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for students to thrive. Born and raised in Henderson, North Carolina, and part of a large, close-knit family, I have always valued community and mentorship, principles that guide my approach to education. I have been at MGA for just at 3 years and I have taught a variety of courses within the Aviation Program. In addition to my teaching responsibilities, I am proud to serve as a faculty advisor for the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals, a role that allows me to support and mentor the next generation of aviation leaders. I am also actively involved in the university’s Faculty Senate and the Committee for Diversity and Inclusion, where I work to promote equity and representation in the aerospace field. I am a certified flight instructor, holding a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Science from Elizabeth City State University and a Master of Aviation Science from Everglades University. I am currently pursuing a Doctor of Education in Applied Aviation and Space Studies at Oklahoma State University, with plans to graduate in December 2025. My journey in aviation is deeply rooted in the values of perseverance, hard work, and community instilled in me by my family and my upbringing in North Carolina. I aim to pass these values on to my students, inspiring them to pursue their own dreams in the aviation industry. |
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| Education: (All institutions attended and degrees or credentials earned) | Bachelors of Science- Flight Education - Elizabeth City State University Masters of Aeronautics - Everglades University |
| CV: | EDUCATION Oklahoma State University Doctor of Education in Applied Aviation and Space Studies (Anticipated December 2025) Dissertation Research: An analysis of how university funding policies impact the academic progression and graduation rates of undergraduate flight students Everglades University Master of Aviation Science, 2021 Master’s thesis Examined the impact of Part 141 and Part 61 flight training programs on the reduction of fatal general aviation accidents. Elizabeth City State University Bachelor of Science in Aviation Science, 2019 CERTIFICATIONS & RATINGS Commercial Pilot Certificate - Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL) Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) FAA Second Class Medical Certificate ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS Â鶹ÊÓƵ (August 2022 - Present) Assistant Professor & Department Chair, School of Aviation Provide instruction in Aviation Meteorology, Aviation Regulations, Aviation Safety, Private Pilot Ground Lead the Aviation Curriculum Committee to revise and implement program-level improvements Supervise and support full-time and adjunct faculty within the department Oversee departmental scheduling, assessment, and budgeting processes Represent the department in university-wide initiatives and strategic planning PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (May 2023 - August 2023) Summer Youth Employment Program Lead Oversaw daily operations of a citywide Summer Youth Employment Program Designed and implemented aviation-focused career development curriculum Supervised and trained a team of 8 captains Managed payroll and maintained compliance for 130+ students Liaised with upper-level airport leadership to track program metrics and impact Fulton County Schools College and Career Academy (August 2021 - August 2022) Flight / Unmanned Aircraft Systems Instructor Developed and delivered standards-aligned aviation and UAS curriculum Provided instruction in Aviation Meteorology, Aircraft Systems, and operational safety Led an 80% increase in student certification completions Provided differentiated instruction and academic intervention support Elizabeth City State University (September 2018 - June 2021) Flight Instructor Provided ground and flight instruction for Private, Commercial, and CFI-level courses Trained students in aircraft systems, emergency procedures, and operational safety Supported university transport o |
| Organizations: | AOPA WIA OBAP Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated |
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