UND chapter for Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals exhibited at national conference

The John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences’ Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals chapter was one of three collegiate programs to exhibit at the 2022 OBAP “ReYounion” in Chandler, Ariz., Aug. 10-12.

At the conference, UND’s booth exhibit showcased strides in Aerospace programs with regard to diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. The UND collegiate chapter was represented by Maxwell McCoy, chapter president and members Jordon Apienti-Gyapong, Grace Heron and Gabriella Danyo.

Joining chapter members were Elizabeth Bjerke, associate dean, and Kwasi Adjekum, assistant professor of aviation and chapter advisor. Adjekum noted that many interactions with UND alumni took place at the “ReYounion,” including with Capt. Eric Poole of JetBlue, who played a major part in setting up UND’s OBAP chapter in 2020.

UND OBAP extends its sincere gratitude to UND Aerospace leadership for their continuous support of the chapter and other groups that work to enhance DEI.