Nine proud alumni from Delaware State University call the flight deck of United Airlines aircraft home—and they were particularly happy to take part in a recent event celebrating the inclusion of their alma mater into a new program by the airline to work towards more diversity in its ranks.
Delaware State University Joins United’s Aviate Program
Key Takeaways:
- Delaware State University (DSU) has partnered with United Airlines’ Aviate program, becoming the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) to join the initiative.
- The partnership provides DSU aviation students with a clear pathway to becoming future United pilots, aligning with the airline's goal of training 5,000 new pilots by 2030.
- This collaboration signifies a strong mutual commitment from both United Airlines and DSU to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion within the aviation industry, leveraging DSU's position as a leading provider of pilots of color.
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